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BY ALISSA GWYNN PHOTOS COURTESY OF KATE AMON Every year, Crippsmas Place wows visitors during the holiday

season with its fabulous display of lights, character cutouts, and other decorations. This year is no different; residents of namesake Cripps Place in Fremont, nearby Wellington Place, Nicolet Avenue

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and the surrounding neighborhood are celebrating and giving back to the community once again from December 11-25. The tradition of Crippsmas Place dates back to the 1960s,

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when Robert “Spider” Cantley first created the fundraiser to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Today, the event has grown into a local phenomenon: decorations now

span five cul-de-sacs and feature almost every cartoon character imaginable, from Disney classics and “Sesame Street” to newer adcontinued on page 18

BY PATSY LEDBETTER

he Christmas season is in full swing as bells ring, carolers sing and shoppers search for bling. Letters to Santa have been mailed by hopeful children and the old fellow seems to be everywhere at once. But, this is the nature of a guy who can traverse the globe in one

night! Among all the festivities, Yule Logs, cookies and Nutcracker performances, a magical location in Fremont becomes even more so The tranquil 200-acre Ardenwood Historic Farm welcomes visitors all year with strutting peacocks, farm animals, a horsedrawn railroad, blacksmith shop… a working 1890’s farm. The centerpiece, Patterson House, former home of George Washington Patterson, his wife

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Clara, and their sons Henry and William, has been preserved by dedicated docents who add a special touch for Christmas. Decorating plans, evolving over the past 12 months, become reality as a group of docents, each with a different room assignment, transform the house to reflect a variety of Christmas decorating ideas in a unique setting. Windows glow as Patterson House takes on a festive aura, but the

How do photographers communicate similarities in cultural diversity around the world? The same things that drive one culture to succeed in one part of the world are often mirrored in one’s own community. How do various cultures survive? You may find answers waiting for you at PhotoCentral’s upcoming exhibit “Cultures in Transition.” This show demonstrates how local photographers and photojournalists view the trials various cultures experience, and how they are experienced worldwide. This exhibit seeks to inform the viewer on how to link these cultures to our own. Geir and Kate Jordahl, founders and co-directors of PhotoCentral for the last 27 years, will make you feel very much at home in the cozy photo gallery in Hayward, located next door to the Hayward Area Recreation and Parks District on E Street. Geir writes, “To curate Cultures in Transition is a humbling continued on page 34

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Vitamins: A Part of the Total Health Package Physicians, Dietitians Discuss Vitamin Supplements During InHealth Segment

his month on Washington Hospital’s InHealth Channel on Comcast Channel 78, members of Washington Hospital’s medical staff and Washington Hospital staff dietitians will take an in-depth look at a potentially confusing subject: vitamin supplements. Part of the Your Concerns InHealth programming, the segment premiered last week and will continue airing this month, focusing on the merits of taking vitamin supplements, how to choose the appropriate ones, as well as when and how to use them for optimal health benefits. The segment opens with a description of the benefits of vitamins, organic compounds that are necessary for proper health and function. “In short, vitamins are essential for life,” says Barbara Kostick, M.D., a family physician on the Washington Hospital medical staff and InHealth’s television host. Essential vitamins are found naturally in foods, but during the past couple of decades the popularity of manufactured supplements has exploded and Dr. Kostick points out that most people, while curious about vitamin supplements, are confused about exactly how to use them effectively. Dr. Steven A. Curran, M.D., a family practice physician on the Washington Hospital medical

staff, and Anna Mazzei and Lorie with your physician and get the • Do some research on Web sites Roffelsen, both registered dietilatest information before purchas- like ConsumerLab (www.contians at Washington Hospital, ing a supplement. Roffelsen sumerlab.com) and NSF Internajoin Dr. Kostick for this televised points out that if you want a one- tional (www.nsf.org). discussion in which each member size-fits-all multivitamin, it’s best • Ask your physician for a brand of the panel shares his or her not to go overboard, since more that he or she recommends. unique insights about vitamins, isn’t always better. During the segment, Dr. Curincluding benefits and risks. “If you’re wanting to add a ran, Mazzei and Roffelsen also “Vitamins are vital amines, or- multivitamin to you’re regimen, discuss specific vitamins that can ganic compounds that lead to dangerous overour body needs that in doses if taken in excess. most cases we can’t “On occasion we see make on our own,” exvitamin toxicity,” Dr. plains Dr. Curran. Curran says. “With For this reason, we niacin, we frequently use need to obtain essential that as a pharmaceutical nutrients—vitamins medication to treat a and minerals—from cholesterol problem and the foods we eat and, it has a narrow therapeuunder the right circumtic window. Anything stances, supplements. above 2,000 milligrams Dr. Curran, Mazzei can result in liver and and Roffelsen all agree blood sugar problems.” that while supplements Other vitamins that can be useful, it’s imEssential vitamins are found naturally in foods, but the popularity of can lead to overdose issues portant to get the right manufactured supplements has risen over the past couple of if taken in excess include amounts by not ingest- decades.To learn more about vitamin supplements, their benefits Vitamins A, D, E and K. and risks and how to choose the appropriate supplement for you, ing more than the rec- tune into Your Concerns InHealth:Vitamin Supplements on In“So there is too much of ommended daily a good thing,” concludes Health, a Washington Hospital Channel, on Comcast Channel 78. allowances (RDA) unDr. Kostick. less otherwise directed by your we usually recommend choosing Additionally, the panelists disphysician. one that’s at RDA levels and not cuss some of the hot ticket vitamins “It’s a fluid process,” Dr. Curran at mega-dose levels,” she says. and supplements that have been says of governmental recommended When choosing a vitamin sup- generating a lot of press lately, inRDAs. “The recommended daily plement, Roffelsen has a few cluding Vitamin D, which Dr. allowances are constantly changing basic guidelines: Curran calls “the darling child of and are often set at minimums to • Look for an approval stamp the supplement world.” prevent disease.” from the United States PharmaDr. Kostick points out that Because of this, it’s important copeia (USP) for good manufacthe supplement industry is a $25 to discuss your individual needs turing processes. billion business and the value of

supplements depend greatly on individual needs. People with certain vitamin deficiencies, due to factors like diet and age, may benefit more from supplements than others who may not necessarily need a multivitamin for better health. “Look at your whole lifestyle,” Mazzei suggests. “Vitamins are part of the whole package.” This whole package, she says, includes proper sleep, stress management, physical activity, avoiding smoking and not drinking too much alcohol—all actions that help decrease the risk of disease and improve overall health.

Watch InHealth on the Web! To hear more about vitamin supplements, their benefits and risks and how to choose the appropriate supplement for you, tune into InHealth, a Washington Hospital Channel, on Comcast Channel 78. You can also watch the full schedule of InHealth television programs on the Washington Hospital website. Visit www.whhs.com/inhealth and click on the show titles to view the programs in real time.

InHealth broadcasts on Comcast Channel 78 in Fremont, Newark and Union City and online at www.inhealth.tv The full schedule of InHealth programs listed below can also be viewed in real time on the Washington Hospital website, www.whhs.com

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Kidney Disease

What Are Your Vital Signs Telling You? (New)

Your Concerns InHealth: Vitamin Supplements

Inside Washington Hospital: Patient Safety

Superbugs: Are We Winning the Germ War?

Women's Health Conference: Complementary Therapy: Art,Yoga and Meditation

Learn Exercises to Help Lower Nutrition for People with Your Blood Pressure and Slow Kidney Disease Your Heart Rate (New)

Women's Health Conference: Digestive Disorders

Think Pink: Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Think Pink: Updates: Washington Women's Center Breast Health Program

Osteoporosis and What to do to Prevent it

Washington Women's Center: Circulation 101 for Women - Part 1: Varicose Veins

Voices InHealth: Washington's Community Cancer Program Tips to Making Your Golden Years Healthier

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Influenza and Other Contagious Respiratory Conditions

Washington Township Health Care District Inside Washington Board Meeting November Hospital: The Green Team 10, 2010

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Arthritis: Do I Have One of 100 Types?

InHealth Special Report: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Part 3

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Inside Washington Hospital: Patient Safety

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Heel Problems and Treatment Options

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Lower Back Disorders

(Late Start) George Mark Children's House - A New Way Home (New)

Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Tremors and Epilepsy

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Your Concerns InHealth: Senior Scam Prevention Financial Scams: How to Protect Yourself

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Voices InHealth: Nursing Excellence - Journey to Magnet Status

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Cough or Shortness of Breath, What to Do About It

The ABC's of Diabetes A1C, Blood Pressure and Cholesterol

InHealth Special Report: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Part 1

Inside Washington Hospital: Pediatric Care

Living Arrangements for Seniors: What Are Your Options?

Inside Washington Hospital: Stroke Response Team

Community Based Senior Supportive Services

What Are Your Vital Signs Telling You? (New)

Healthy Aging and Longevity

Learn Exercises to Help Lower Your Blood Pressure and Slow Your Heart Rate (New)

Sepsis: Treatment of a Top 10 Killer

George Mark Children's House - A New Way Home (New)

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting November 10, 2010

Surgical Interventions for Sleep Apnea Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting November 10, 2010

Voices InHealth: Nursing Excellence - Journey to Magnet Status

Disaster Preparedness

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting November 10, 2010

Peripheral Vascular Disease: Leg Weakness, Symptoms and Treatment & Percutaneous (Under the Skin) Treatment

Planning Your California Advance Health Directive: Now is the Time

InHealth Special Report: The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act Part 3

Surgical Treatment for Diabetes

Do You Suffer From Breathing Problems? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease or Asthma Voices InHealth: The Greatest Gift of All

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting November 10, 2010

Superbugs: Are We Winning the Germ War?

Raising Awareness About Stroke Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting November 10, 2010

(Late Start) Learn About Foods That Help Your Digestive System

Obstructive Sleep Apnea

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Crohn's & Colitis, Stomach Cancer and Irritable Bowel Disorders

(Late Start) Prostate Enlargements and Cancer

Fitting Physical Activity Into Your Day

Learn About Nutrition for a Healthy Life

Washington Women's Center: Arthritis Exercise Program

Connecting the Dots Diabetes and Gum Disease

Skin Care and Prevention of Skin Cancer

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Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting November 10, 2010

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(Late Start) George Mark Children's House - A New Way Home (New)

Your Concerns InHealth Sun Protection

Eating Out with Diabetes Latest Principles for Wound Care New Surgical Techniques for Minimally Invasive Knee Replacement

Alzheimer's Disease Research Update

(Late Start) The Latest Technology in Treating Brain Tumors and Parkinson's Disease

Fitting Physical Activity Into Your Day

How Diabetes Affects People of Indian/South Asian Descent

Learn About Nutrition for a Healthy Life

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From Nursing School Grads to Practicing R.N.s Hospital’s In-House Program Prepares New Nurses for Their Role

Therapeutic Massage Can Help Relieve Pain and Improve Your Overall Well Being Nothing says “I care” quite like a deep, relaxing massage. In the spirit of the holiday season, the Washington Women’s Center is now offering four rejuvenating massage packages. If you want to experience wellness massage in a warm and welcoming environment that promotes a sense of relaxation, Washington Women’s Center has an affordable type of massage therapy just for you. “The best gift you can give yourself or a loved one is an opportunity to relax and feel pampered,” says Kathy Hesser, R.N., coordinator of the Washington Women’s Center. “We now offer convenient Saturday appointments and a new hot stone massage that is ultra-relaxing.” Wellness Massage for women at the Women’s Center is a therapeutic service intended to promote your overall well-being and is an important part of the wellness, balance and life campaign that the Washington Women’s Center continues to support. “Massage is a very important therapeutic approach which is underutilized and underappreciated,” says Kathy Hesser, R.N., Washington Women’s Center Coordinator. “A lot of people think massage is good for muscle aches and pains. But what we have found is that massage activates the body’s own healing system and can complement medical therapies.” The Women’s Center will be selling 50-Minute gift certificates throughout the month of December, which may be pur-

The Washington Women’s Center is offering special massage packages and gift certificates through December 23. Give the gift of massage for that someone special in your life. Call (510) 608-1301 to schedule an appointment or visit www.whhs.com/wom enscenter for more information.

chased to treat that special person to a healthy and relaxing holiday gift. Certificates must be purchased by the Thursday, December 23, but they don’t expire and women can schedule their massage at a date that is convenient for them. Massage can help reduce the discomfort with the following ailments: • Stress • Migraine Headaches • Pregnancy Related Back Pain • Lower Back Pain • Sports Related Injuries • Muscle Tightness • Fibromyalgia Massage Packages are Now Available The Washington Women’s Center offers the following types of massage packages this month which include: • De-Stress Package – Get six 15-minute chair massages focusing on the back, neck and arms – a gift even sweeter than a box of chocolates. Holiday Special: $100 • Balance Package – Maintain energy and balance with this sixsession package. Choose any 30 minute massage therapy session. Swedish, therapeutic or foot reflexology. Holiday Special: $180 • Rejuvenation Package – Restore energy and balance with this six-session massage package. Choose any 50 minute massage therapy session: Swedish, therapeutic, deep tissue or sports. Holiday Special: $270 • Introducing Hot Stone Massage – The Women’s Center is now pleased to offer an ultra-relaxing 75-minute hot stone massage for just $80. Massages performed by experienced therapists Some people do feel a little awkward the first time they get a massage but we’ve found that those feelings fade very quickly when you’re in the hands of a real professional. Wellness Massage at the Women’s Center is performed by licensed massage therapists that have received training at accredited institutions. Every woman receiving a massage treatment is greeted with a fresh robe and has her own private dressing area with individual lockers for personal items. Other massage treatment amenities include: hot tea and coffee, fresh fruit, a library with internet connection and a pleasurable ambiance with soothing background music. We understand the concept of convenience Just give the Women’s Center a call and make an appointment. If you have scheduled a diagnostic exam or mammogram at the Women’s Center, you can also schedule a massage before or after your appointment. It’s just that easy. Since massages range in time from 15 minutes to an hour, you can stop by on your way home from work, after your workout or during lunch. One hour is all you need. You’re in and then you’re out. Wellness massage at the Women’s Center is competitively priced and our massage therapists don’t accept tips or gratuities. “We’ll make every effort to ensure that your wellness massage is a relaxing experience and the Women’s Center offers so many amenities,” says Hesser. “We offer friendly and courteous receptionists, comfortable rooms and therapists that are focused on tailoring your massage precisely to your liking.”

Purchase a Massage Package Today Call the Washington Women’s Center wellness desk at (510) 608-1301 to purchase a massage, schedule an appointment or receive more information. We now offer Saturday appointments. The Women’s Center is located at 2500 Mowry Avenue (1st floor, Washington West) in Fremont.

n many cases, newly hired employees find themselves navigating their new jobs with an employee manual and perhaps an encouraging word from a manager. For registered nurses, whose primary responsibility is direct patient care—often in a life-saving capacity—Washington Hospital’s leadership team decided to offer much more. To bridge the gap for newly hired nursing school graduates, Washington Hospital’s administration has put in place a program to make sure the hospital’s nurses are familiar with everything from the patient populations they serve to the equipment and other employees they will come into contact with in their day-to-day operations. Learning the ropes “The new graduate program is meant to train nurses who have just come out of school and just received their licenses—essentially new graduates or Above: Washington Hospital’s class of nursing graduates go through a comprehensive course of study that six months of school or includes a combination of mentorship, classroom training and clinical practice. To bridge the gap for newly less,” says Nurse Manager hired nursing school graduates, Washington Hospital’s administration has put in place a program to make Sam Avila, R.N., who co- sure the hospital’s nurses are familiar with everything from the patient populations they serve to the equipment and other employees they will come into contact with in their day-to-day operations. ordinates the program. “These nurses have just says. “I think it’s really important in response to what’s happening in passed their R.N. boards and our infor us to have the program for both the hospital,” Avila says. “While tent is to train them to become practhe clinical training and ongoing the core concepts are the same, no ticing R.N.s on the nursing floors.” emotional support that new grads two programs are ever identical.” The program lasts between eight receive, because it is a big adjustPatient care from A to Z and 10 weeks, with two and a half ment going from student nurse to What doesn’t change is the proweeks of classroom training spread practicing R.N.” gram’s comprehensive nature. throughout a preceptorship, a period During this time, new nursing Newly hired nurses who go of time in which an experienced school graduates learn more about through the program undergo clinnurse is teamed with a new graduate the patient populations they will ical training with practitioners to work together so that the less excome into contact with, as well as from all over the hospital, includperienced person can learn and the different departments they ing respiratory therapists and dietiapply knowledge and skills in the might work in, from wound and tians, as well as learning about practice setting with the help of the ostomy care to joint surgery. quality and patient safety initiamore experienced person. “If we have changes in patient tives; safety standards; policies and “Not all hospitals have a dedipopulations, the new grad program cated program like we do,” Avila continued on page 7 changes to address these new needs

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Auto Review

Toyota 4Runner: sometimes big is good A BIT EXCESSIVE

hen an engine cranks excessively before finally starting, there are a number of places that the auto technician will look. One of the primary culprits in this situation is the fuel pump, which should have its pressure tested. If there is little (or no) fuel pressure, the fuel pump will need to be replaced. The fuel injectors should also be checked. Included on the list of possible causes of excessive cranking is the idle air control motor, which also might need to be tested. If this component (which adjusts the amount of air released into the engine when the engine is at idle) contains deposits resulting from air impurities, its operation can be

slowed or stopped. Because there can be so many difference causes for your car’s excessive crankiness, you want to make sure that your technician is experienced and knowledgeable enough to get the job done right the first time. At BAY STAR AUTO CARE, our technicians are ASE Certified, which means that you can feel confident that we have the know-how to fix your car right, fix it fast, and fix it the first time. In addition, we can provide the preventative maintenance that will stop excessive cranking before it starts. Call us today for an appointment. HINT: Two possible causes of excessive engine cranking are vacuum leaks and a faulty fuel pressure regulator.

BY STEVE SCHAEFER riginally not much more than a compact pickup with a shell over the bed, today’s fifth-generation 4Runner is a substantial SUV. In Toyota’s wide range of SUV choices it fits between the smaller RAV4 and lumbering Sequoia. You can order up your 4Runner in three flavors—SR5, Trail and Limited. My 2010 Classic Silver Metallic tester was an SR5 with four-wheel drive. I drove it

cabin. You can operate the prominent audio and climate knobs while you’re wearing your work gloves. It provided fine accommodations for my family as we drove about; the only downside was that it was a bit of a climb up for my spry but 80year-old mother—and my youthful wife wasn’t that keen on that either. Driving the 4Runner reminded me of why people buy Toyotas. The engine sounds happy—when you even hear it.

when driving over bumpy surfaces or when cornering. It upgrades the 17-inch wheels to 20’s, adds chrome to the grille and enjoys other upgrades. Pricing for the 2011 models starts at $26,335, including destination charge. That represents a 1.2 percent boost. However, the Limited with four-wheel drive— at the top—is actually slightly less than last year, at $40,495 (down 0.3 percent). My SR5 tester had some significant options, including up-

across the long, flat street grid and freeway loops of greater Phoenix, where my family was visiting to attend my niece Rachael’s wedding. However, I did take it onto some dirt briefly. I shifted into 4WD using the sturdy console lever. While many SUVs offer effortless buttons, there’s nothing like a real lever. It’s a reminder of the 4Runner’s truck origins.

The controls move with a satisfying heft. Seats are neither too firm nor too squishy. Surfaces are nicely finished but not overdone. The word “quality” comes to mind—something Toyota is carefully reminding the buying public in light of recent recalls. The 4Runner SR5 comes with the things people want and expect today—power windows and locks, a good audio system,

graded audio with USB port and steering wheel controls; a very welcome backup camera system; a power moonroof with shade (a necessity in Arizona), and Lexusgrade leather seating. It came to $37,649. The 4Runner should definitely be on your shopping list if you’re looking for a midsize SUV. It is unapologetically a substantial vehicle and with the right

Looking at the 2011 models now on sale, all 4Runners come with a 4.0-liter six-cylinder engine, good for 270 horsepower and 278 lb.-ft. of torque. That represents a 34 horsepower gain over the previous generation V6 and is actually 10 horsepower more than the previous generation’s optional V8. So there is no V8 option for the truck anymore. All 4Runners use an electronically-controlled five-speed automatic transmission. The V6 feels strong in traffic, while not exactly neck-snapping on uphill grades. The EPA says it should get 17 City, 22 Highway; I averaged 17.4 mpg. EPA Green Vehicle Guide numbers are 6 for Air Pollution and 4 for Greenhouse Gas. The 4Runner is the epitome of what an SUV should be. It stands tall and wears a carefully crafted rugged look. The trapezoidal grille has one solid bar within it and the rectangular headlamps sit back from it; its chin juts out. The bold fender lines are straight horizontal folds and the taillight lenses protrude from the rear fender corners. It’s chunky. Inside, man-sized, solid looking shapes evoke toughness and strength. The padded doors and armrests are comfortable despite the rugged look of the rest of the

air conditioning, and the Star Safety System. This includes Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control, anti lock brakes, Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Brake Assist. All of these use the vehicle’s electronics to monitor and correct wayward vehicle behavior (caused by the driver or not). If you want to take the 4Runner seriously off road, the Trail grade has Toyota’s Crawl Control (CRAWL) feature, which helps make traversing difficult terrain easier and safer. It’s an adjustable electro-mechanical system that you can tune to match the terrain by selecting any of five speed levels. The Trail model also features the Multi-Terrain Select system, which dials in wheel slip control to match the terrain, including mud and sand, bumpy moguls, or solid rock. All four-wheeldrive 4Runners feature Downhill Assist Control (DAC). It helps the low-speed ascending ability of low-range by holding the vehicle to a target speed without driver intervention. The Limited grade adds luxury features like a leather interior and smart key. It comes standard with an X-REAS suspension system that automatically adjusts the damping force of shocks

model, you can take it rock climbing in the morning and to the country club (or a wedding) in the afternoon.

Gary Singh is the owner of Bay Star Auto Care at 1275 Atlantic St. near Western Ave., here in Union City. Phone: 489-3331

Steve Schaefer’s first car memories are of riding in his father’s Austin-Healey with the top down to get ice cream on a summer afternoon. He was four. As a teenager, Steve rode his bike to car dealers’ back lots to catch a glimpse of the new models when they first rolled off the truck. A founding member and currently vice president of the Western Automotive Journalists, he has been testing and writing about cars since 1992. Contact him at sdsauto@sbcglobal.net.

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From Nursing School Grads to Practicing R.N.s procedures, including compliance with evidence-based protocols; and well as appropriate communication practices. “When the new graduates complete the program, they’re more comfortable and confident to work with complex cases involving patients with multiple health issues,” according to Avila. “You can’t just go from nursing school and go jump right into acute care practice. These nurses are going from being students to taking care of someone’s family member. We’re there to provide the extra information and guidance to be a successful nurse. “Washington Hospital is very lucky to have the support of the administration for this type of program because it’s a big commitment to the community to provide adequate, safe, patient-first patient care.” Jennifer’s story Jennifer Yuhas, R.N., a newly hired Staff Nurse I at Washington Hospital can attest first-hand to the value of the New Nursing Graduate Program. Jennifer, who graduated from Sonoma State University with her degree in nursing, was hired at Washington Hospital in September and will complete the new grad program in December. “What has been really helpful during the classroom training is that Sam brings in guest speakers, like respiratory therapists and dietary specialists, which makes it easier for me to interact with them and learn about the resources we can offer them as nurses and what they offer us,” Jennifer says. “Also, learning about Washington Hospital’s individual polices and practices clears up some of the gray areas as a new grad. Other than that, the support that I get in the program is just great.” Jennifer says that having a more experienced nurse available to support the new graduates has been priceless. “It’s helpful to have a mentor, someone to go to if you’re stuck, and to know that you don’t have to be afraid to ask questions,” she points out. Relationships she’s built with her peers have been just as important. “When my preceptor is not available, I can always ask a new grad,” she says. “My classmates are people I can go get a cup of

coffee with and who understand what it’s like being a new nurse. I think those relationships are going to be really long lasting. I think that’s jut how Washington Hospital is based on talking to nurses four or five years into their careers. They say, ‘I still talk to those people from my new grad class.’ “Everyone has really good relationships here—the nurses, the certified nursing assistants, the physicians, the housekeeping staff. It’s been a very positive work environment.” Jennifer’s path toward a career in nursing began in eighth grade and she hasn’t looked back since. “My uncle was diagnosed with brain cancer and was in the hospital for surgeries, rehab, procedures and radiation treatment, and I saw all the different nurses he had interaction with,” she says. “The hospice nurses really had an impression on me and I said to myself, ‘I want to make some patient’s life easier—do something for a family, repay the favor.’ I decided in high school that I would take all these science classes and then I went to Sonoma State and graduated with my degree in nursing.” Jennifer, who’s originally from Livermore, says her path to working at Washington Hospital feels a little destined. “I was actually born at Washington Hospital,” she says. “My mom’s always told me all my life that the nurses and doctors were great at Washington Hospital. It’s funny how I ended up there after all this time. My mom drove me to my final interview and she said she would have been shocked if the doctor had said, ‘This baby would be working here in 22 years!’” After completing most of her new graduate training, Jennifer has some of her own advice to pass along to future new graduates. “Don’t be afraid to ask questions,” she says. “I’ve always felt intimidated by more experienced members of the health care team like nurses and doctors, but I’ve been surprised when people say, ‘That’s not a stupid question; it’s a good question.’ To anyone starting the new grad program I would say, ‘Don’t be afraid to ask for help.’” To learn more about careers in nursing at Washington Hospital, visit www.whhs.com and click on the “Careers” tab.

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Suspect arrested for sexual assault SUBMITTED BY LT. KELLY MUSGROVE, UNION CITY PD PHOTO COURTESY OF UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT A registered sex offender was arrested recently on suspicion of sexually assaulting a two-year-old girl. The incident happened on Wednesday, December 1 at 1 p.m., inside the “Dollar Tree” store located at 1720 Decoto Road in Union City. The suspect was a stranger to the victim and family. 36-year-old Eugene Melendres Ramos allegedly grabbed the victim when she went to return a ribbon to the Christmas aisle. This victim was in the company of her grandmother and aunt who noticed that the child was missing after less than a minute.

Assault with a deadly weapon SUBMITTED BY SERGEANT DARYL SEQUEIRA, MILPITAS PD Milpitas Police have arrested three suspects for assaulting a 27-year-old male who was treated at a local hospital for a laceration on the back of his head. The incident happened last week on Tuesday afternoon, November 30, when a police officer saw a disturbance on the 1100 block of Columbus Drive near Sandalwood Park. Multiple subjects were in the area when the assault victim, a San Jose resident, suffering from the head injury was located. Police have identified the suspects involved in the assault. Two are 18-year-old San Jose residents and the third a 15-year-old Milpitas resident; their names are not being released at this time. Anyone with information regarding this case is encouraged to call the Milpitas Police Department at (408) 586-2400. Information can also be given anonymously by calling (408) 586-2500 or online at www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov.

Eugene Melendres Ramos, a registered sex offender, was arrested on suspicion of sexually assaulting a two-year-old girl

Soon the grandmother found the child pinned down by the suspect in the next aisle. The child had her pants and diaper removed and was being straddled by the suspect. The suspect had pulled his pants and underwear down and was sexually assaulting the

child. The suspect fled the store while pulling up his pants as the grandmother and aunt chased him. Several other customers also chased the suspect through the shopping complex. A solicitor in front of the store chased and tackled the suspect. Fortunately, a BART police officer was nearby and stopped when he was flagged down by the small group holding the suspect. Ramos has been arrested and booked for kidnapping, rape, sexual acts with a child, and false imprisonment. If someone else has also witnessed this crime please call Detective Sergeant Jared Rinetti at (510) 675-5229. If you wish to use the tip line please call (510) 675-5207 or e-mail information to tips@unioncity.org.

A home for the holidays SUBMITTED BY CAPT. KYLE KEY Daniel J. Sanchez woke up one morning and knew his day was going to be different than the one before—today would be the last day he would wake up on a park bench or worry about his next meal. Sanchez’ mother was only 17 when she gave birth to him. With no money, job or support, she put him up for adoption and at age six, his adopted parents divorced and he “ping ponged” for the next 11 years. Even when things were “good,” Sanchez lived without running water or electricity in a trailer in Apple Valley, California. At age 17, Sanchez was kicked out and went into survival mode; he dropped out of high school halfway through his senior year and found one deadend job after another to make ends meet. Sanchez wandered from place to place, staying with friends, shelters and under the stars. After working as a ranch hand, Sanchez’ adopted father asked him to come to San Diego but things didn’t work out. “It’s just been really rough,” said Sanchez. “My dad couldn’t afford to have me in his house. I stayed at my sister’s house, but it was the same situation.” Health issues and hard economic times hit his family hard forcing him to go it alone. Sanchez hit the streets again.

Sanchez called the Army National Guard (1-800-GoGuard) and spoke with Sgt. Arkadiy Knopov. “He was ecstatic when I confirmed everything that he read about GED Plus,” said Knopov. “Part of the reason why I became a National Guard Recruiter is because I want to help young individuals like Pvt. Sanchez get on the right track in life.” Through the GED Plus program, Sanchez was able to enlist, get full time pay, benefits, housing, and three square meals a day while going to school to earn his GED credentials. “I wasn’t taking him seriously at first,” said Sanchez. “But when he told me there actually was a program like this, I really started to get into it.” The National Guard GED Plus Program at Camp Robinson in North Little Rock, Arkansas lasts from two to three weeks and prepares new recruits for the GED examination, administered at the end of the course. Upon successful completion, recruits depart for Army Initial Entry Training. Sanchez took the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery exam and scored well above average, allowing him to select fire support specialist as his military occupational specialty. After completing a physical examination, he raised his right hand and became Pvt. Daniel continued on page 33

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Oholone Humane Society

BY NANCY LYON Whatever the cause, it looks like unpredictable weather is something we may have to get used to. This time of year, in a very short span of time, temperatures can drop a great deal and heavy rains give rise to concern for the less fortunate among us who are unprotected from the elements. Yet it may not cross your mind that one of those unfortunates may be a member your family. If your companion animal is delegated to the backyard or cold garage during freezing or rainy weather, most animal lovers would say that you are failing in your role as his guardian and friend. Our companion animals, through their long association with humans, have long ago lost whatever protection evolution may have given them to face weather extremes. The erroneous belief persists that because they have fur or feathers they will somehow adjust to damp and chilling temperatures. But the truth is they get just as cold in icy and wet weather as humans, and are subject to chilling with all the same resulting misery and health problems. They must trust that you will be aware of their need to also be kept warm and dry in the company of loved ones. One of the saddest things to see is a loyal family “pet” looking longingly through a window at the rest of his “pack” inside as he sits isolated and alone, and it is doubly so in bad weather. Animals left outside can suffer from hypothermia and frostbite. Wind-chill can threaten their welfare and life no matter what the temperature, with young and senior animals being especially at risk. If you are away a lot, there are ways to insure your animal’s comfort and well-being in chilly times. Consider installing a doggie door so your dog can take potty breaks and come in out of the cold. Most of us of a “certain age” can tell you that cold weather is tough on old joints, and if your animals are seniors the cold and damp weather also makes things worse for them. Special care needs to be taken to insure that arthritic joints are treated gently, and while

exercise is important, they should not be kept out for long periods of time during cold weather. The happiest dogs are those who are taken out frequently for walks and exercise but kept inside the rest of the time. Geriatric and shorthaired dogs may need the protection of a warm doggy sweater or jacket on wintry outdoor excursions. Cats, rabbits, and other small animals need warm bedding to snuggle in when it grows cold. Everyone knows that any self-respecting cat would not consider venturing out into the cold and wet by choice. Heat-seeking outdoor cats and wildlife may also try to find sanctuary from the cold on a warm car engine without knowing the danger. Parked cars can attract small animals that may crawl up under the hood looking for warmth. It only takes a moment to bang on your car’s hood to scare them away before starting your engine. Avoiding injury to any hidden animals and the damaging results to your car are well worth the effort. Looking at everyone bundled up against the cold reminds us we will soon be seeing increasingly cold and wet weather. So don’t delay in making winter weather provisions to protect your animal family. It’s really not that difficult to help insure they remain healthy and comfortable. If you have any concerns about their well-being and health during the cold period ahead, consult your veterinarian. Keep in mind that prevention is far less costly to your animal friend’s health and beats paying a big veterinary bill. But probably the best prescription for winter’s woes is to keep them inside with you. Companion animals are social and crave human companionship; they are your devoted friends who deserve to live indoors with you and the rest of your – and their – family. For further cold weather tips check out: http://www.hsus.org/pets/pet_care/protect_your_pet_from_winters_woes.html

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Notice of Public Hearing and Availability of the Draft Initial Study / Mitigated Negative Declaration for BART’s Proposed Hayward Maintenance Complex Project What:

BART is holding a public hearing to receive comments on the Hayward Maintenance Complex Project Draft Initial Study / Mitigated Negative Declaration (Draft IS/MND). The project site is located predominately in the City of Hayward along the existing BART alignment, between Industrial Parkway and Whipple Road. The proposed project would expand the BART Hayward Yard by adding additional tracks within the existing property line, and purchasing four industrial buildings to the west of the yard for maintenance and warehousing. The proposed project, which includes some demolition and renovation, would allow BART to maintain its fleet more efficiently. The proposed project could have potential impacts to visual quality, air quality, biology, cultural resources, greenhouse gases, hazardous materials, hydrology, noise, vibration, and transportation. The study concludes that the project’s mitigation measures would ensure all impacts remain at a less than significant level.

Where:

New Haven Adult School 600 G Street Union City, CA 94587

When:

6:30 P.M. on Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Contact: For more information or to obtain a copy of the Draft IS/MND, visit our web-

site at www.bart.gov/hmc, or contact Ellen Smith at (510) 287-4758, or esmith1@bart.gov. The IS/MND and all documents referenced in the IS/MND are available for review at 300 Lakeside Drive, Floor 16, Oakland, CA 94612. Comments:

Written comments on the Draft IS/MND may be sent to BART at P.O Box 12688, Attn: Ellen Smith, Oakland, CA 94604, faxed to (510) 464-7673, or emailed to esmith1@bart.gov. Comments must be received by 5 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2011.

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History

he weather in Washington Township is usually mild and pleasant, but records reveal some historic storms through the years. The winter and spring rains of 18611862 created widespread damage and destruction throughout Alameda County; northern California tides were high, creeks flooded, snow fell often on the hills and laid in the valley, and ice formed an inch thick. Niles residents recalled the floods and destruction. Rains commenced in the last of December and continued for six weeks. Alameda Creek flooded and conAlameda Creed, 1980’s

Flood, Alavrado/Niles Road, January 24, 1914

tinued to rise. Niles residents became so alarmed they posted a night watchman. Many people awoke to find themselves surrounded by water which flooded cellars and then their houses. Victims rescued what furniture they could and retreated upstairs. One family took refuge on an island and watched as their house and all their belongings were swept down the stream. One man was forced by rising waters to climb a tree. He lighted a lantern, and his wife said he had “gone to roost.” The roar of waters rushing down the canyon was so deafening it could be heard for miles. Floods swept through the valley washing away houses, fences, trees and everything in its path, and stood three to four feet deep on ranches near the creek. “As far as the eye could see there was water, water everywhere,” but no one drowned. The winter of 1871-1872 was a time of rain, storm, and flood. Railroad beds were washed away and trains stopped running. Mission San Jose had no Alameda Creek, but it could not escape the storm. Torrents of water poured off the hills and “swept through the streets in rushing and roaring streams.” A cloudburst in February 1876 also flooded the Mission San Jose area and washed out Mission Creek Bridge. The area was hit with an unprecedented early season storm in November 1892. The gale winds blew down fences and trees near Centerville and tore off the roof of a warehouse in Irvington. Alameda Creek rose to the highest peak known in 30 years, swept away railroad tracks and bridges, and flooded houses in the lower part of Niles. A cloudburst near Mission Creek washed away fences and fruit trees, and caved in Charles McIver’s Mission San Jose wine cellar. The stream rose so rapidly that over a dozen families living in the canyon were compelled to leave their belong-

ings and scramble to higher ground. Some people were forced to abandon their homes and seek emergency shelter wherever they could find it. Indians living on the “island” near Niles were forced to aban-

washed out in the severe winter of 1911. This storm also washed away valuable land along the creek and destroyed nearby railroad tracks. The “most severe weather ever known” gripped the area in December 1932. Water pipes and radiators froze and forced schools to close. Snow fell throughout the township and torrents of rain fell causing severe flooding. Writers recorded in 1950 that this was “the last bad flood in Alvarado.” The Alameda Creek Channel has been deepened, widened, and channeled so it no longer poses an obvious flooding threat, but

Niles canyon bridge flood, 1917

don their house. The stream came up into James Shinn’s orchards on Alameda Creek’s north bank, covered the roadway at G. E. Chittenden’s place, flooded over half of the California Nursery grounds, and continued in a mile-wide sheet of water for four miles. Residents had labored for years to maintain a passable road through the canyon, and now they were forced to try to establish some kind of road along the south bank. The flood was the worst since 1862. Laura Thane, a Niles writer, described the devastation left by the storm in Niles Canyon. “Old landmarks are gone, fine old trees have been carried down with the flood, favorite campgrounds are completely ruined, and the roadway is totally unfit and dangerous to travel from one end to the other of the canyon. In several places the roadway is entirely gone for sections of 500 feet or more; and it is extremely doubtful if a roadway can ever be built along the old line. There is no means of getting in or out of the canyon with a team.” The men living in the canyon cut a trail over the hill so they could get to Niles by horseback. All three of the Niles bridges survived this storm but were

we still have little control over rain and storms. The heaviest rains of the year soaked the Township in December 1952, but authorities said “Don’t worry. There is no immediate danger because Alameda Creek is flowing in its normal course, and Calaveras Dam is nowhere near being full.” Then it really began to rain, and the heaviest downpours in 50 years drenched the saturated ground, and the highest floodwaters on record pounded ceaselessly against the Alameda Creek levies. The levee near Niles broke December 24th, and the waters flooded northern Niles and adjacent areas. Residents put aside Christmas and election issues, and helped flood victims dig out and recover. It was a month, a Christmas, and a flood to remember among the historic floods of the area. A more detailed account of the flood appeared in The Tri-City Voice in December 2004.

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Bunting Photo, Alameda Creek flood, 1955

Photos courtesy of The Museum of Local History

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s I sit down with my family during this holiday season, there is much for which I give thanks - health, happiness and freedom. I want to take a moment to give thanks to the brave men and women who make it possible for me to enjoy these things. Regardless of your views on the reasons for the current wars in the Middle East, the fact remains there are hundreds of thousands of U.S. troops stationed around the world, serving our country – far away from home. I joined many of you to celebrate our veterans on Veteran’s Day. However, that is only one day. Please join me in honoring our soldiers throughout this holiday season and on the other 364 days of the year. There are many ways to do so, from volunteering at a local United Service Organizations (USO) center to sending a care package to a soldier abroad. Even something as simple and quick as a short, personal letter of thanks to a soldier for his or her service can have a profound impact. The purpose of these activities is to show our soldiers their efforts are not forgotten and we appreciate their sacrifices. While I can only highlight a few opportunities, everyone can do something to help. For the most direct contact with a soldier, the USO is always looking for volunteers to staff their centers where soldiers can relax, connect with loved ones back home, enjoy snacks and a wide range of USO programs and services. For more information about how to help and locations of USO centers, visit www.USO.org. If you do not have the time to volunteer at a USO center, a very popular option is to send a care package to a soldier overseas. There are many organizations, such as Soldiers’ Angels, that help to organize and send packages. There are many levels of commitment, such as sending hand-made blankets, donating a few dollars to help purchase supplies or even building your own care package. Anything that gives a soldier the comfort or taste of home is cherished. For more information about Soldiers’ Angels, visit www.SoldiersAngels.org.

BY JULIE GRABOWSKI Traditional songs and homesick hearts remind us that there’s no place like home for the holidays. But how about enjoying someone else’s home? Residents of Niles offer their finest holiday decor and Christmas cheer as part of the Niles Holiday Home Tour, Saturday, December 11. From noon to 5 p.m. holiday revelers can take a self-guided tour of homes decorated in festive styles. In addition to sparkling lights, animated features, gingerbread houses, and candy treats, one location will feature a collection of over one hundred Department 56 houses. Now in its 14th year, the Home Tour is a fun way to get into the Christmas spirit and enjoy the charm and creativity of the season. “The historic presence of Niles is an experience in itself,” says Niles Main Street Association board member and tour coordinator Diana Liles. Established in the 1850s, the town of Niles has best been known as a railroad junction, the home of Essanay Studios and Charlie Chaplin movies, and once boasted the largest nursery in the state with the largest rose plantation in California. Today, Niles is a historic shopping district and flourishing center of community activity with annual car shows, antique fairs, parades, silent film festivals, and the Niles Canyon Railway. “We’re a festive little town,” says Liles. And what could be more festive than Niles at Christmas? Maps for the Home Tour will be distributed at the Niles Depot in Niles Town Plaza where tickets can also be purchased the day of the event.

Dispose of excess Halloween candy for a good cause through the Halloween Candy Buy Back Program which enlists local dentists to purchase surplus candy from neighborhood kids to send to troops overseas. To find a local dentist participating in this program, visit www.HalloweenCandyBuyBack.com. The simplest way to thank a soldier for their hard work is to send a “thank you” letter. For just the cost of a card and a few minutes of your time, you can have an enormous impact on the daily life of a hero. A short letter of gratitude and a positive update on current events back home can really lift their spirit. Operation Gratitude’s program (www.OpGratitude.com) does not even require a postage stamp. As you, your friends and family enjoy the festivities together this holiday season, please join me in giving thanks for the American soldiers who enable us to continue our traditions and enjoy our freedoms back home. Let us practice what we preach by volunteering or sending cards and care packages to our brave soldiers. There are many other organizations besides the ones that I have mentioned. If you would like help finding a specific organization or would like to talk with me on any other subject, please contact me at (408) 299-5030 or Dave.Cortese@bos.sccgov.org.

The first stop is Color Me Quilts, which is hosting refreshments as well as representatives from Blue Star Moms, a military support through service group in the East Bay. Attendees are then invited to enjoy visiting in Niles and take in the sights. In addition to an opportunity to admire beautiful holiday homes, Santa and his sleigh will be at the Niles Depot from 2:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. listening to Christmas wishes and posing for pictures; Saturday is the last opportunity to bid in a silent auction for one of a dozen table top trees decorated by Niles merchants. The trees reflect the style and flavor of various Niles shops; proceeds benefit needy families in Niles. Trees are on display at Color Me Quilts, 37485 Niles Boulevard, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets for the Home Holiday Tour are $15 when purchased in advance or $20 on the day of the tour. Tickets may be purchased online at www.niles.org or from Niles shops including Color Me Quilts, Antique Treasures, My Friends and I, and Keith’s Collectibles. It is recommended to start the tour by 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit the non-profit Niles Main Street Association, which is dedicated to the preservation and revitalization of the historic Niles District. Niles Holiday Home Tour Saturday, December 11 Noon – 5 p.m. Niles Depot, Niles Town Plaza 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 742-9868 www.niles.org Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 on event day

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Toyota sues old GM for California plant damages BY YURI KAGEYAMA AP BUSINESS WRITER TOKYO (AP), Dec 01 - Toyota is suing the company handling bankrupt General Motors’ assets, demanding $73 million in damages from the shuttering of a joint-venture California plant. Toyota Motor Corp. spokesman Paul Nolasco said Wednesday the lawsuit was filed Nov. 24 for research and development costs that weren’t recouped because of the shuttering of New United Motor Manufacturing Inc., or Nummi, plant in Fremont, California. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court Southern District of New York, targets so-called “old GM,” or Motors Liquidation Co., which is separate from General Motors Co., the Detroit-based automaker that is recovering after a U.S.

BY JEANNINE AVERSA AP ECONOMICS WRITER WASHINGTON (AP), Dec 03 - In a surprising setback, the nation’s unemployment rate climbed to 9.8 percent in November, a seven-month high, as hiring slowed across the economy. The report was a reminder that the economic recovery is proceeding more slowly and fitfully than many economists had expected. It is likely to push lawmakers before year’s end to pass an extension of long-term unemployment benefits, which expired this week. Employers added a net total of only 39,000 jobs last month, a sharp decline from the 172,000 created in October, the Labor Department said Friday. The weakness was widespread. Retailers, factories, construction companies, financial firms and the government all cut jobs. The disappointing figures caught economists off guard. They had predicted the addition of 150,000 jobs, based on a raft of positive reports that showed busier factories, rising auto sales and a good start to the holiday shopping season in November. Yet all that failed to translate into mass hiring. Contributing to the surprisingly scant job gains in Friday’s report was the difficulty the government had in adjusting for seasonal factors, economists said. The government’s seasonal adjustments considered the previous two Novembers when calculating last month’s employment numbers. Hiring during the past two Novembers was highly volatile, which made the task harder than usual. Joel Naroff, president of Naroff Economic Advisors, said

SUBMITTED BY MIKE WOOD Premiering Monday, January 3, “Peep and the Big Wide World” is back for a new season of adventures with 25 never before seen episodes on public television. Narrated by Joan Cusack, this Emmy-award winning preschool science and math series tracks the adventures of Peep, a newly hatched chick; Chirp, a smart and sassy robin; and Quack,

government bailout. Separately, Nummi is demanding $360 million from Motors Liquidation Co. for costs related to investments in the plant that weren’t recovered. Nolasco said talks had been going on among Nummi, Toyota and the old GM for about a year, but were never resolved. Toyota feels the departure of GM from the joint venture unfairly left Toyota to sort out what was left, he said. Nummi was a 50-50 joint venture between Toyota and General Motors, which began in 1984, and was heralded in its heyday as a new partnership that crossed borders, allowing both sides to learn from each other. After General Motors pulled out, Toyota stopped production at Nummi in April. Since then, Toyota has forged a new relationship with U.S. luxury electric-car maker

Tesla Motors Inc. Tesla has set up a factory at the Nummi site for the next-generation electric sedan in partnership with Toyota. Model S sedan production is expected to start 2012, and the plant has already begun hiring. In November, General Motors pulled off an IPO worth $15.8 billion, signaling the revival of an American icon that collapsed into bankruptcy protection and was rescued with a $50 billion bailout from U.S. taxpayers. Toyota, which makes the Prius hybrid and Lexus luxury models, dethroned General Motors as the world’s biggest automaker in 2008. Since last year, it has suffered a serious image problem because of massive recalls around the world, and faces hundreds of lawsuits of its own in the U.S. related to accidents suspected of being linked to quality lapses.

December’s employment figures would probably show a rebound. “We shouldn’t panic,” Naroff said. “In any recovery, it is not smooth sailing.” Investors on Wall Street seemed unrattled by the job figures. The Dow Jones industrial average fell about 30 points in early trading, after two days of strong gains. Private companies - the backbone of the economy - created only 50,000 jobs. That was down significantly from the 160,000 private-sector jobs created in October and was the smallest gain since January. With hiring so weak, the unemployment rate rose from 9.6 percent to 9.8 percent. The jobless rate has now topped 9 percent for 19 straight months, the longest stretch on record. The rate could hit 10 percent next year. “November’s U.S. employment report is a painful reality check for those hoping that a meaningful acceleration in economic activity was under way,” said Paul Dales, U.S. economist for Capital Economics. “The truth is that the economy is going nowhere at a time when companies are not willing to boost hiring.” Other reports out Friday offered mixed signals for the economy: - The service sector, which employs approximately 80 percent of the U.S. work force, expanded for the 11th straight month in November and at the fastest pace in six months. The Institute for Supply Management says that its service-sector index rose to 55 last month from 54.3 in October. It was the highest reading since May. Any figure over 50 indicates growth. - Orders to U.S. factories fell in October by the largest amount

in five months, reflecting a sharp drop in demand for aircraft, the Commerce Department said. Excluding the transportation equipment, orders were down a smaller 0.2 percent. There were 15.1 million people unemployed in November. Adding those unemployed people to others who are working part time but would prefer full-time jobs and those who have given up looking for work, 17 percent of the labor force is “underemployed.” That was the same as October. Still, the figure remains close to a record high set last year. Another grim figure: There was a record 1.3 million ``discouraged’’ workers in November. Those are persons not currently looking for work because they believe no jobs are available to them. Last month, retailers slashed 28,100 jobs. Factories sliced 13,000. Financial firms cut 9,000 and construction companies trimmed 5,000. The public sector eliminated 11,000 positions, mostly reflecting cuts from local governments. Those adding jobs: health care, with 19,000 new positions, mostly at hospitals. Temporaryhelp firms added 40,000 jobs, educational services companies added 6,200 positions, and leisure and hospitality expanded payrolls by 11,000. The economy needs to add at least 120,000 jobs to prevent the unemployment rate from rising. To reduce the unemployment rate significantly, monthly job creation has to be a lot stronger up to 300,000 new jobs a month. Economists say it could take until near the end of this decade to drop the unemployment rate to a more normal 6 percent. Before the lame-duck Congress adjourns later this month, lawmakers are expected to pass legislation renewing aid to the unemployed. Extended benefit programs that provide up to 99 weeks of extra aid to the unemployed expired at the end of November because Congress failed to extend them. Nearly 2 million stand to lose unemployment benefits as the holiday arrives.

an irascible and endearing duck. In the season premiere, “Quack Quack” and “One Duck too Many,” Megan Mullally, best known for her work on the NBC hit series “Will and Grace,” lends her voice as an obnoxious duck who takes all she can from Quack, including his lunch, his pond, and even his name! Exiled from his home and forced to crash with Beaver Boy, Quack en-

lists the help of Peep and Chirp in a quest to get his life back. Also this season, Oscar winner Holly Hunter guest stars as a real, live, capital “R” Robin. She can sing, build nests, take baths, and even fly! Should Chirp go south with Robin, or stay and face another dreary winter? Please check your local PBS listings or visit www.peepandthebigwideworld.com

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Do you like to write about interesting topics? Are you a whiz with words and like to share your thoughts with others? Can you find something fascinating about lots of things around you? If so, maybe writing for the Tri-City Voice is in your future. We are looking for disciplined writers and reporters who will accept an assignment and weave an interesting and accurate story that readers will enjoy. Applicants must be proficient in the English language (spelling and grammar) and possess the ability to work within deadlines. If you are interested, submit a writing sample of at least 500 words along with a resume to tricityvoice@aol.com or fax to (510) 796-2462.

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Sudoku: Fill in the missing numbers (1 – 9 inclusive) so each row, column and 3x3 box contains all digits.

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Your Weekly Horoscope 12/05 - 12/11 BY MINERVA (AP) ARIES: MARCH 21 - APRIL 20 Money is no longer the motivating factor because the things that you want more than anything can't be bought. Whatever it took to get you here has to be redefined in terms of whether or not it has any meaning for you. TAURUS: APRIL 21 - MAY 20 Change is afoot and it's freaking you out! Letting go of your fears will involve accepting that fact that what you thought would always be your life is about to become the foundation for whatever's next. GEMINI: MAY 21 - JUNE 20 Something clicked and you're crystal clear about how to handle a situation that had you flummoxed until not too long ago. When one thing changes, everything changes; this time things have changed for the better. CANCER: JUNE 21 - JULY 20 If this feels like the same old story, you can take comfort in the fact that you've gotten better at reading the signs. Others are making enough of an effort. Who knows? The two of you might get it right this time.

LEO: JULY 21 - AUGUST 20 Some things never lose their sting. If your memories won't leave you alone they will cast their shadow on you until you face them or at least begin to realize that all of that happened in spite of you, not because of you. VIRGO: AUGUST 21 - SEPTEMBER 20 You aren't quite ready to give up. Even though part of you feels like this is over, you have reason to believe that there's enough of you left to dare to scale the walls of justice and/or heartache one more time. LIBRA: SEPTEMBER 21 - OCTOBER 20 You can't afford to let others interfere with your plans. You don't owe them anything. If it's guilt that keeps you here, any one can tell you that it'll go on forever - or at least until you decide to cut the cord. SCORPIO: OCTOBER 21 NOVEMBER 20 Backing off would make more sense than trying to force this. Give people room to make up their minds and give yourself room to trust that everything you want

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would be more easily had if you weren't so pushy. SAGITTARIUS: NOVEMBER 21 - DECEMBER 20 In the midst of an identity crisis it makes no sense to blame what you're feeling on others. This is about you and about the fact that things have changed too fast for you to be able to feel anything but confused.

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own feelings to consider. Before you decide to tell anyone off, think about how it will affect those who just happen to be here by default. PISCES: FEBRUARY 21 MARCH 20 The last person you wanted to see is back. It's time to decide how much of their BS you're willing to put up with. Before you open your door to another round of chaos, ask yourself if it's worth all the aggravation.

FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at the Alameda County Library Tell A Friend Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480.

BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE Alameda County Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (510) 790-8096. For more information about the Bookmobile call (510) 745-1477. Tuesday, Dec. 7 2:15 - 3:15 p.m. Schilling School, 36901 Spruce St., Newark 3:25 - 4:00 p.m. Ash St. & Wells Ave., Newark 4:50 - 5:30 p.m. Mariner Park, Regents Blvd. & Dorado Dr., Union City 5:40 - 6:20 p.m. Sea Breeze Park, Dyer St. & Carmel Way, Union City Wednesday, Dec. 8 2:15 - 3:00 p.m. Purple Lotus Buddhist School, 33615 9th St, Union City 3:45 - 4:30 p.m. Warm Springs Community Center, 47300 Fernald St., Fremont 5:15 - 5:50 p.m. Jerome Ave. and Ohlones St., Fremont 6:00 - 6:30 p.m. Baywood Apts. 4275 Bay St., Fremont Thursday, Dec. 9 1:45 - 2:15 p.m. Stellar Academy 38325 Cedar Blvd, Newark 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Ardenwood School 33955 Emilia Lane, Fremont 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Weibel School 45135 South Grimmer Blvd., Fremont 5:50 - 6:20 p.m. Contempo Homes 4190 Gemini Dr., Union City Monday, Dec. 13 1:00 - 1:25 p.m. Baywood Court 21966 Dolores St., Castro Valley 2:30 - 3:30 p.m. Cherryland School 585 Willow Ave, Hayward 5:10 - 5:45 p.m. Sparks Way Commons 2750 Sparks Way, Hayward Tuesday, Dec. 14 2:30 - 3:25 p.m. Cabrillo School 36700 San Pedro Dr., Fremont

3:45 - 4:15 p.m. California School for the Deaf, 39350 Gallaudet Dr, Fremont 5:25 - 6:10 p.m. Booster Park, Gable Dr. and McDuff Ave., Fremont 6:25 - 6:55 p.m. Camellia Dr. and Camellia Court, Fremont Wednesday, Dec. 15 1:00 - 1:45 p.m. Hillside School 15980 Marcella St., San Lorenzo 4:30 - 5:10 p.m. Palomares Hills HOA Clubhouse, 6811 Villareal Dr., Castro Valley 5:25 - 5:50 p.m. Lomond Way & Greenridge Rd., Castro Valley Thursday, Dec. 16 2:45 - 3:40 p.m. Bay School, 2001 Bockman Rd, San Lorenzo 4:05 - 4:40 p.m. Falcon Dr. and Merganser Dr., Fremont 5:20 - 5:50 p.m. Los Robles Apts 32300 Almaden Blvd., Union City 6:05 - 6:35 p.m. Mission Gateway Apts. 33215 Mission Blvd., Union City

Milpitas Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (800) 471-0991. For more information about the Bookmobile call (408) 293-2326 x3060. Wednesday, Dec. 8 No Service Wednesday, Dec. 15 2:00 - 2:20 p.m. Pioneer Park 60 Wilson Way, Milpitas 2:30 - 2:55 p.m. Friendly Village Park 120 Dixon Landing Rd., Milpitas 3:20 - 4:00 p.m. Foothill School 1991 Landess Ave, Milpitas

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BY PAT KITE Columbine came to my garden quite by accident. On a museum tour bus, I sat next to a nice lady and nattered about travel, leaving my address for further information. She must have confused me with another Pat, because several weeks later I got a Holiday card and a packet full of Columbine seeds. I tend to avoid really fragile appearing flowers, given my ability to destruct. However, also having an inability to waste, I casually sprinkled the teensy seeds in the vicinity of my fuchsia-laden walkway. Goodbye and Good luck was my thought. However, come spring, lo and behold, I had dancing delicate Columbines. They were white or blue, and lasted and lasted. Every time I thought they were a summer goner, another few peeked up. Columbine is said to come from the Latin Columba or “dove,” as the curved flower spurs resemble, according to texts, either a dove’s head or a nest of doves. Other names for these up-

side-down bell-shaped flowers are doves in the ark, dove-plant, granny-bonnets, and fool’s cap. And, once upon a time, it was said the Columbine flower resembled a royal crown. Because we have just survived another election saber-fight, I found a political story about Columbines and their crown shape. It goes back to ancient Persia, where the forest’s wild beasts were making quite a fuss over who should be king. The lion, tiger, bear, leopard, wolf, and hyena all considered themselves the perfect monarch. Finally the god of beasts got angry at their incessant squabbling. He told them all to go home, and the next morning he would appoint the true king of beasts. At dawn the lion, tiger, bear, leopard, wolf, and hyena returned to the anointing site. Each wore a crown on his head, presuming this appearance of kinglyness a totally brilliant idea none of the others had the brains to consider, believing appearance alone would get them appointed. However, the lion was really furi-

ous that anybody else had this great idea. So he leaped upon each of his competitors and knocked their crowns off. When the god of beasts arrived, only the lion had a crown. So the god of beasts figured the lion had convinced the others of his royalness. Which is why, in this story, the lion became king of beasts. The knocked-off crowns re-

were not going well but it was hoped that direct conflict could be avoided. While “Axis” powers continued to occupy and dominate many other countries and their territories, officially, the United States remained neutral. Unofficially, however, U.S. naval power was used to escort British convoys in the Atlantic Ocean and guard much of the Pacific Ocean; Japan-

ese occupation of China was opposed. One of the greatest concentrations of U.S. naval assets was at Pearl Harbor in the Hawaiian Islands, a U.S. Territory. As part of a series of coordinated attacks in the Pacific, the Japanese launched a surprise

Happy New Year!

Friends of Heirloom Flowers Work Parties - Every Tuesday - at Shinn Park, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

1251 Peralta near Mowry, Fremont (510) 656-7702 Bring gloves and tools. - Social Hour afterward Every Thursday, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Niles Rose Garden - 36501 Niles Boulevard, Fremont Bring gloves and tools. [Across Driveway from Mission Adobe Nursery] Contact Joyce Ruiz: 659-9396 or Caryl Gentile: 557-9246 Meetings are held quarterly. Call for details Fremont Senior Center Garden Club First Friday of each month, 2 p.m. Janice Anderman, program coordinator 510-790-6602 Fremont Garden Club The Fremont Garden Club meets the third Wednesday of each month, February - October, in members’ homes & gardens, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Locations are posted on the Fremont Garden Clubs’ web site at www.fremontgardenclub.org or email: fremontgardenclub@hotmail.com

“sneak attack” on U.S. Naval forces at Pearl Harbor and decimated the fleet. Shock and horror spread throughout the nation and precipitated an official declaration of war bringing the United States of America into the global conflict of World War II. Although many U.S. citizens are too young to have personally experienced the pain of that day

Three U.S. battleships are hit from the air during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1941. From left are: USS West Virginia, USS Tennessee, both damaged; and USS Arizona, sunk. (Courtesy of U.S. Navy)

ant memories of an earlier world conflict, World War I, U.S. foreign policy carefully straddled isolationist sentiment with divided opinions over German and Japanese militarism. Negotiations with Japanese diplomats in Washington, D.C.

A note: Garden groups and similar clubs often ask about speakers. Nancy Overton recently gave a delightful seminar at my garden club, where we had fun making greeting cards from pressed flowers. Check out her web site at www.nancyovertondesign.com.

TRI-CITY GARDEN CLUB MEETINGS:

December 7, 1941 or many United States citizens, the morning of December 7, 1941 held promise of a pleasant day, attending church, visiting with friends, free from the stress of the work week. By that evening, the turmoil that engulfed Europe and Asia had spread to the United States of America. With scars and unpleas-

mained where they fell, eventually turning into columbines. Columbines also go by the official name Aquilegia, in case you are checking for further information. If you have a site with regular water and semishade, give them a try. With the New Year approaching, now is the time to strew seeds for the springing future.

and can only read historical recollections and analysis, those who survived that event and the years of war that followed will always remember the morning of December 7, 1941. mmm

PAT KITE L. Patricia [Pat] Kite’s several garden books include KISS Guide to Gardening, Gardening Wizardry for Kids, Raccoons, Ladybug Facts and Folklore and Silkworms. They may be found at Amazon.com and Alibris.com.

Richard King performs at Christmas Cabaret Well known Bay Area attorney, Las Vegas entertainer, past world President of Rotary International Richard King will present “A Christmas Cabaret” on Saturday night, December 11. The performance is free to the public, one of 100 free performances being presented to the public during the month of December. King, a longtime resident of Fremont and a former Fremont Planning Commissioner, has been a practicing trial lawyer for 48 years in both Utah and California. He has performed professionally in leading roles of many West Coast productions of Broadway Musical Comedies; among them “The Music Man”, Oklahoma!”, “South Pacific”, “Guys and Dolls” and “Finian’s Rainbow.” King performed in his own shows at the Las Vegas Desert Inn and has sung across the country in many venues. A much sought after public speaker, King travels the globe addressing Rotary Conferences and reviewing humanitarian projects. He has long been involved in the Rotary club campaign to eliminate polio from the world.

King is married to noted Bay Area dancer, choreographer and dance line captain, Cherie King. They have two sons and were just presented with their first grandchild seven months ago. King’s longtime accompanist on the piano will be Steve Duarte, who King refers to as the “best in the business”. Christmas Cabaret Saturday, Dec 11 8 p.m. Temple Hill – LDS Temple 4780 Lincoln Ave., Oakland (510) 531-1475 www.templehillevents.com

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free candy canes are handed out to passersby, and any donations visitors wish to give for the charities are cheerfully accepted. Crippsmas Place’s hours are Monday-Thursday, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Don’t miss out on this year’s fantastic holiday display!

ditions like “Avatar” and “Up.” Candy canes are passed out to visitors as they walk by and admire the decorations. Much of this growth is due to the hard work and dedication of a group of neighbors, dubbed the “Crippsmas Club.” The Club is led by Kate Amon, who took over as Crippsmas Club Coordinator when Cantley retired and moved out of town in 2004. Amon says, “I’ve been very impressed to discover how resourceful and generous my neighbors are! Between getting decorations made, setting up the candy cane handout, and the daily tasks every evening, there’s a lot to do. There’s no way

I could personally do it all myself. But I think it’s a great thing more people are involved – it builds community!” Some notable members include artists Laverne and Francis Metzger, who create and restore decorations; Wendy Arnold, who schedules the “candy cane volunteers;” Loren Wiseman; Elizabeth Haddad; and Georgia Butterfield. In keeping with Cantley’s original vision of giving back to the community, the Crippsmas Club will be splitting all donations evenly amongst six local charities: • Leukemia Lymphoma Society“Fighting blood cancers”

• Juvenile Diabetes Resarch Foundation-”Dedicated to finding a cure” • Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments (SAVE) - “Because Peace begins at Home” • HERS Breast Cancer Foundation- “Caring for Women and families until there’s a cure” • Kidango’s Gifts from the HeartBasics and school supplies for low income and homeless children • Adopt an Angel- Gifts and basics for children in the Alameda County’s Protective Child Services Last year, Crippsmas Place raised $16,000, and they hope to reach a similar number this year. At the end of Wellington Place,

Theater Review

Spirited twist to holiday classic SUBMITTED BY DIANE DANIEL Take the Charles Dickens holiday classic, set the story in 2010’s cyber-crazed world, bring on a band of musical and spiritual creatures, spice with imaginative reggae rappin,’ rock n’ roll and hip-hop, and you have “Scroogie: A Modern Musical Carol,” California State East Bay’s (CSUEB) December family production. In this new musical, we find Scroogie isolated from the East Bay community in which he resides and living in a virtual world of cyber greed and avarice. As Scroogie is downloaded into the past he encounters a ghostly visitor who dresses and sings like Elvis. When he is uploaded into the present, he is reprimanded by a reggae rappin’, hip-hop apparition while Tiny Tim diets on fast food. With a new musical score, loads of singing and dancing, and a hysterically funny satirical point of view, this clever adaptation of the Dickens classic promises to be in the “spirits” of the season. Students from the summertime “Dramatic Activities for Children” class wrote the outline for

the script that theatre faculty A. Fajilan and Darryl V. Jones have refined into this holiday show. Loaded with singing and dancing, Scroogie’s ghosts and business partner have been morphed into pop images who gently remind us of the true meaning of the season. “I hope the new script and holiday message will make the audience aware that we are all the creators of our communities. We are the ones who can proactively change our circumstances when we are guided by empathy, kindness and compassion. Of course, we all need a little help, so let’s engage all social participants,” said Fajilan. Contributing to the performance are Sierra Dee, musical associate; Amy La Faille, associate choreographer; Cat Howser, scenery; Dannia Ciolo, costumes; and Alena Samoray, lighting. The cast includes Joe Loper, Kristian Stovall, Salvador Valladolid, Diana Rais, Nick Vincent, Kyung H. Ji, Sami Jo Guida, Marie Ibarra, Keri Kudrov, Josh Fellion, Hendrix Erhahon, Cynthia Kihn, and Sara Prince. As in past years, attendees are encouraged to bring donations of non-perishable food items to

donate to the Alameda Food Drive. Tickets may be purchased at the University Bookstore, reserved at http://class.csueastbay.edu/theatre/Ticket _Reservations.php or by calling (510) 885-3118. Scroogie: A Modern Musical Carol Friday, December 10 8 p.m. Saturday, December 11 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. CSUEB University Theatre 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward (510) 885-3118 http://class.csueastbay.edu/theatre/Tick et_Reservations.php Tickets: $15 for adults; $10 youth (13-18), seniors (55+), and alumni; and $5 for CSUEB students and children (313); or $30 for a family (1-2 adults and 2-3 children).

Crippsmas Place Sat, Dec 11 – Sat Dec 25 Mon-Thurs: 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Fri-Sat: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. Sun: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Donation Center: Wellington Place, Fremont www.crippsmasplace.org

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News from New Haven Unified School District SUBMITTED BY RICK LA PLANTE BY SIMON WONG PHOTOS BY GARY GIN

Student Council launches projects at Hillview Crest: The student council at Hillview Crest Elementary School is planning a “Gingerbread House Night” on Wednesday, December 15, to support community service projects, teacher Kelly Payton reports. Students are looking for donations of graham crackers, canned frosting, and candy. Items can be dropped off in the school office. The student council is also looking for donations of new or gently used books for a Spring Book Carnival. “The intent is to provide a variety of books for students to read over the summer vacation that are at the student’s reading level,” Ms. Payton says. Donations can be dropped off in the school office. For more information on either event, contact Ms. Payton at (510) 471-5720, ext. 60914.

t is the time of year when pets and their owners look forward to Christmas cheer but not all animals have a comfortable home and doting families. Hayward Animal Shelter Volunteers are keen to find their charges new homes in time for Christmas. The more the merrier. Anyone seeking an addition to their household is encouraged to attend the animal shelter’s Christmas adoption event, “A Home for the Holidays,” between 11 a.m.

Hopeconnections deadline nears: The deadline is fast approaching to donate to the annual Hopeconnections winter drive at James Logan High. Clubs, teams, classes, and staff are adopting needy families, referred by each New Haven school, and raising money to provide a $100 food certificate for each. Logan graduate Sharan Johal, a student at UC Berkeley who is serving as Hopeconnections advisor, is helping coordinate the drive, with assistance from Activities Director Monique Walton and House 1 Principal Francis Rojas. Their goal is to serve 160 families again this year. Deadline for donations is December 10. Contact Logan High School at (510) 471-2520.

of the adoption process. Please remember a puppy is not just for Christmas, it is for life. A Home for the Holidays Saturday, December 11 Sunday, December 12 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Hayward Animal Shelter 16 Barnes Court, Hayward (510) 293-7200, ext. 7

and 5 p.m. on the weekend of December 11 and 12. Dogs, puppies, cats, kittens, rabbits and other cute critters are searching for loving companions. There will be games and facepainting for the children, a holiday boutique and tasty sweets for sale. The shelter does charge adoption fees (see panel) and potential owners and the chosen pet will be assessed for compatibility as part

Hayward Animal Shelter adoption event Hayward Animal Shelter Adoption Fees Female cats/kittens: $107 Male cats/kittens: $97 Female dogs/puppies: $166.50 Male dogs/puppies: $141.50 Male and female rabbits: $50 All other animals - turtles, hamsters, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, etc.: $20. Dog and cat fees include sterilization, shots (not rabies), a microchip, a cardboard carrier for cats, and a license

for dogs if the adopters are Hayward residents. If the adopter lives outside the City of Hayward, the license fee is deducted. If a pet enters the shelter already spayed or neutered, the fee is reduced because the shelter does not have to subsidize the procedure. Low-cost Spay/Neuter certificates (to owners whose pets are intact) Male cat/kitten: $20 Male dogs: $35 Female dogs: $60

Prevent holiday weight gain SUBMITTED BY RENEE SNYDER, ST. ROSE HOSPITAL The holiday season is a time to celebrate with family and friends. However, plentiful food and drink means, unfortunately, weight-gain for many. According to the National Institutes of Health, holiday eating, or rather over-eating, can result in an extra pound or two every year. If this additional weight is not shed, a slight gain every year amounts to a substantial increase over a lifetime. The festive season does not have to mean destroying waistlines or going without favorite holiday goodies.

BY SIMON WONG More than 60 percent of Union City voters approved Measure AA (half-cent sales tax increase for four years) on November 2, 2010 to raise additional revenue and avoid further cuts to essential public services. Sales tax will increase to 10.25 percent as of April 11, 2011 and applies to all items currently subject to sales and use tax administered by the California Board of Equalization. The revenue-enhancement measure is expected to generate $3.5M in FY 2011-12, with the first allocation of receipts scheduled in June 2011.

Attend this free class, to learn more about healthy eating with a balance of food, festive activity and fun with family and friends during the holidays. Learn how to adjust favorite seasonal recipes to produce healthier dishes without destroying gaining weight. To register, call (510) 2644044. Prevent Holiday Weight Gain Wednesday, December 8 12 noon – 1 p.m. St. Rose Hospital Sherman L. Balch Pavilion 27200 Calaroga Avenue, Hayward (510) 264-4044 Free class.

Council will create a fivemember committee consisting of members of the public. Its primary role will be to review Measure AA revenues and expenditures. A resolution will be adopted before April 1, 2011 to establish the committee’s composition and wider remit. During Measure AA’s fouryear term, tax revenues are expected to increase by $100,000 annually from $3.5M (FY 201112) to $3.8M (FY 2014-15) and close anticipated budget gaps between $1.7M (FY 2011-12) and $1.1M (FY 2014-15), assuming expenditure levels remain relatively unchanged. Taking into account likely increases in expenses, the city forecasts a General Fund deficit of $1.9M in Measure AA’s first year will increase to $3.5M in the fourth year, leaving sales tax-revenue surpluses of only $1.6M in the first year, and $300,000 in each subsequent year, to restore or fund new programs and services. continued on page 33

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$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change. Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.

Wednesday -Thursday, Dec. 8-9

2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401

Winter Concert

1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. “I’ve Got the Joy!”

California School for the Blind 500 Walnut Ave., Fremont (510) 794-3800 Wednesday, Dec. 8

Mission Gold Jazz Band

7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Danceable Dixieland music

Swiss Park 5911 Mowry Ave., Newark (510) 657-0243 Wednesday, Dec. 8

Hayward Chamber Mixer

5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Enjoy appetizers, holiday cheer, raffle prizes

Me Restaurant and Lounge 926 B Street, Hayward (510) 538-1012 Wednesday, Dec. 8

Holiday Dietary Class

12 Noon - 1 p.m. Avoid gaining weight during the holidays

Sherman L. Balch Pavilion - St. Rose Hospital 27190 Calaroga Ave., Hayward (510) 264-4044 Thursday, Dec. 9

Festival of Trees

5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Gala and Silent Auction

Milpitas City Hall 455 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 320-7026 www.milpitasfoundation.org Thursday, Dec. 9

Gingerbread and Jingle

5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Leave your children with Santa’s helpers. Dinner provided.

Community Center 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas Pre-registration, but walk-ins accepted if space available $25 per person Ages 5-12 years old (408) 586-3210 Thursday, Dec. 9

AAUW Book Discussion

7 p.m. – 8 p.m. Hot, Flat and Crowded – One Book/One Community selection

Half Price Books 43473 Boscell Rd., Fremont (510) 728-9700 (AAUW) (510) 744-0333 (Half Price Books) Thursday, Dec. 9

Benefit Concert

7 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Benefiting Fremont’s Adopt a Family / Adopt a Senior Program

Nile Cafe 121 I St., Fremont (510) 489-7396 Friday - Saturday, Dec. 10 - 11

The Power of a Woman $

8 p.m. Performance by Bliss Dance Company

Gary Soren Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 Friday, Dec. 10

Holiday High Tea $R

1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Traditional English Tea and treats

Kenneth C. Aitken Center 17800 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley (510) 881-6738 Friday - Sunday, Dec. 10 - 12

Ballet Folklorico Mexicano $

Come “home” to…..

Unity of Fremont Sunday 10:00 AM A prayer centered church of spiritually bonded friends

36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont

www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234

8 p.m. 2 p.m. (Sun.) Traditional Mexican music and dance

Chabot Performing Arts Center 25555 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward (510) 562-6046 Friday, Dec. 10

Home Compost Demonstration

4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Hands on activities, demos, and raffle

Fremont Main Library

Friday, Dec. 10

Don Edwards Visitor Center 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 745-8695

Ohlone College Jazz/Rock Combos $

Saturday, Dec. 11

7 p.m.

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Jazz, funk, Latin, hip-hop, metal and more

Slide show and short walk to eucalyptus grove

Gary Soren Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

Friday - Saturday, Dec. 10 - 11

Saturday, Dec. 11

Snow White $

Webelos Naturalist Program R

8 p.m. (Sat.) 2:30 p.m. (Sun.)

9:30 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Can Snow White thwart the evil plot of her Wicked Stepmother?

Don Edwards Visitor Center 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 745-8695

Newark Memorial High School Theatre 39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 791-0287 Saturday, Dec. 11

Twilight Marsh Walk R

4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Stroll along Tidelands Trail

Marvelous Monarchs

Earn your naturalist badge in two hours

Saturday, Dec. 11

Old Fashioned Games $

2:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. Play games of the Victorian Era

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

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Sunday, Dec. 12

Movie Night $

Monarchs for Kids $

7:30 p.m.

11 a.m. - Noon

Wild Oranges, The Fortune Teller, and Curses

Their life cycle and walk to the eucalyptus grove

Tuesday, Dec. 14

Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 494-1411

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

7 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 11

Sunday, Dec. 12

Children’s Program $

Kayaking for Folks 50+ $R

10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Christmas crafts, traditions, and carols

Learn kayaking skills

Tuesday, Dec. 14

McConaughy House 18701 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward (510) 581-0223

Quarry Lakes 2250 Isherwood Way, Fremont (888) 327-2757

Volunteers Needed

Saturday, Dec. 11

Sunday, Dec. 12

Dance Auditions

LOV Holiday Pops concert $

11 a.m.

The Newark Symphonic Winds, benefitting Toys 4 Tots

Shinn Park 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont (510) 557-9246

Auditions for the Spring Dance Concert in April 2011

Ohlone College, Dance Studio Room 174 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6258 www.ohlone.edu/instr/theatredance Saturday, Dec. 11

Bird Walk

Noon - 3 p.m. For ages 12 and up Eden Landing Ecological Reserve

39450 Royal Palm Dr., Fremont (510) 657-3900

Engineering: How Ants Move Learn how bugs walk all over the earth and where they are going

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401

10 a.m. - Noon Help maintain flower gardens every Tuesday year round

MacGregor/Bridgepoint School Auditorium 35753 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 793-5683

Thursday, Dec. 16

Sunday, Dec. 12

American High School MPR 36300 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-794-1776 x57708

A fundraiser for Burma $

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Winter Concert and Dessert $

7:30 p.m. Marching Band, Concert Choir, Concert Band and Symphonic Band

Enjoy Burmese food and cultural entertainment

Newark Pavilion 6430 Thornton Ave., Newark (408) 347-1962

Continuing Events:

Exhibits

and

Eden Landings Corner of Clawiter and Arden, Hayward (408) 262-5513

Sunday, Dec. 12

Saturday, Dec. 11

6:30 a.m. - 9 a.m.

12 Noon - 4 p.m. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. (Fridays)

Bring your camera

Guided tours of the decorated house

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220

Shinn House 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont (510) 795-0891

Opera San José

2 p.m. Opera selections

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401

A Photographers Angle on Sunrise $

Monday, Dec. 13 Saturday, Dec. 11

Friday - Sunday, through Dec. 10

Christmas at the Shinn House $

Thursdays - Saturdays, Dec. 3 - Feb. 11

Hayward Eagles Auxiliary Luncheon $

Art Exhibit

Niles Holiday Home Tour $

12 Noon - 5 p.m.

Noon

Pen Women Show

Enjoy stylishly decorated homes in Historic Niles

Benefitting the Jimmy Durante Abused Children’s Fund

Niles District, Fremont (510) 742-9868

Eagles Hall 21406 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (510) 785-8174

John O’Lague Galleria 777 B Street, Hayward (510) 538-2787 www.haywardarts.org

Saturday, Dec. 11

Fridays - Sundays, Dec. 3 - 12

Christmas Stories $

Monday, Dec. 13

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Hot cocoa and listen to stories

Chinese Immersion Program Meeting

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797

Learn more about program from District staff and parents

Saturday, Dec. 11

Homemade Holiday $

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Make handmade gifts

Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 Saturday, Dec. 11

San Francisco Bay: From the Gold Rush to Today

2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Learn how local citizens struggled to save the Bay and its wetlands

Don Edwards Visitor Center 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 745-8695 Saturday, Dec. 11

Christmas Extravaganza $

2 p.m. Ohlone Community Band, Wind Orchestra, Mission Peak Brass Band and Tuba Ensemble

Gary Soren Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 Saturday - Sunday, Dec. 11 - 12

Christmas at the Mission $

8 p.m. (Sat.) 4 p.m. (Sun.) Performance by Ohlone Chamber Singers and Chamber Orchestra

Old Mission San Jose 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6158 Sunday, Dec. 12

Weed Warriors R

1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Help clean and remove non-native plants

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

6 p.m.

Azevada Elementary School, Multi-purpose room

Dinner Theater $

6:30 p.m. A trip back to the ‘50s for an evening of food, music and fun

Christ Community Church of Milpitas 100 S. Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas (408) 240-7971

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Irving Berlin’s White Christmas $

8 p.m. Dec 3, 4, 10, 16, 18 2 p.m. Dec 11, 18 Mission San Jose High School 41717 Palm Ave., Fremont (510) 668-6077 Friday - Sunday, Dec. 3 - 10

Christmas at the Shinn House $

12 Noon - 4 p.m. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. (Fridays) Guided tours of the decorated house

Shinn House 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont (510) 795-0891 Thursdays through Dec. 18

Sundays,

Broadway West Theatre Company 400-B Bay St., Fremont (510) 881-6777 Saturdays – Sundays, Thru Dec. 19

8 p.m. (Sun. at 1 p.m.) A series of cryptic yet charming tales

37001 Mission Blvd., Fremont Sunol Depot 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. 6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol (925) 862-9063 (408)249-2953 www.ncry.org

A Star-Spangled Christmas $

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. (Sun.)

TREE LIGHTING

McConaghy House in patriotic ornaments and decorations

McConaghy House 18701 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward (510) 581-0223 Fridays - Sundays, through Dec. 27

Train of Lights $ Decorated holiday train ride between Fremont and Sunol

An O. Henry Christmas $

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Niles Station 4:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m.

FREMONT Saturday, December 11

Irvington Tree Lighting

5 p.m. - 7 p.m. Christmas on Bay Street and Tree Lighting

Caroling, refreshments and the tree lighting Bay Street and Fremont Blvd., Irvington District (510) 366-8130 or (510) 6565375 www.irvingtonbusiness.com

Holiday Boutiques Thursdays - Saturdays, thru Dec. 14

Thursdays – through Dec. 23

Holiday Show

Holiday Boutique Show

FAA Holiday Boutique

10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Noon – 6 p.m. (Thurs. and Fri.) 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Sat. and Sun.)

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Original art

Green Shutter Gallery 22654 Main St., Hayward (510) 538-2787

Sundays,

Wednesdaythrough Dec. 31

Sunday,

Fine art and handmade crafts

Quality handmade original art gifts at desirable prices

Sun Gallery 1015 E St., Hayward (510) 581-4050

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real treat for visitors is when they are guided through the majestic home’s rooms and hallways. Christmas at Patterson House is the result of distinctive and separate efforts. Each docent signs up to decorate a room with their own items, ideas and creativity. Though docents will be dressed in period costume during holiday tours, decorations are not necessarily typical of a Victorian home in the 1890’s; a home in that era might have had one tree with candles and a few ornaments. Patterson House Manager Randy Hees and a “docent book” provide facts and information about each room but docents bring their own perspective to the house. Tours are distinctive too as guides often “tweak” each tour to the interest of the group they lead, focusing on history, furnishings, building materials, etc. While much of the Christmas season is peppered with commercial events, Hees says that at the Patterson House visitors “can come to [experience] Christmas and simply enjoy it.” For those who have been absent from Ardenwood for several years, Patterson House Christmas tours offer a wonderful opportunity to become reacquainted with this 1800s time capsule. And for

those who have yet to visit, this Christmas season is a perfect time to begin a relationship with Ardenwood Historic Farm for all seasons of the year. Elegant Victorian Holiday Evening Fri, Dec 10 5 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. Open house with special holiday music $6/Adults & seniors, $3.50 children (5+yrs) Discount tickets available at www.regerec.com Patterson House Christmas Tours Thu – Sun 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. (also 11 a.m., 12 noon on Sat & Sun ) Sat, Dec 11 & Sun, Dec 12 11 a.m., 12 noon, 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. $4/Adults & seniors, $3 Children (3+yrs) Plus park admission $2 Adults; $1 Children Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont Reservations and Information: (510) 796-0663 (510) 796-0199 www.ebparks.org

Washington Hospital Library Book Sale Coming in December! The Washington Community Health Resource Library is having a gently used book sale. Categories include health and wellness, alternative medicine, nutrition, and other healthy topics for both children and adults. The sale begins December 7th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and runs through December 9th from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prices: Books: $5, Children’s books $1; VHS $1; DVD’s $5. Cash and checks with proper identification will be accepted. Sorry, no credit or debit cards. Proceeds from this event support the Washington Community Health Resource Library.

The CHRL is located at 2500 Mowry Avenue, 1st floor (Washington West) in Fremont. Call (510) 494-7030 or visit www.healthlibrary.com for more information.

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Iron Man Duals recap BY SIDA LU PHOTO BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW Newark Memorial High School held their 22nd Annual Iron Man Duals for prep boys wrestling on Friday, Dec. 3, and

Saturday, Dec. 4. Twelve schools took part in the annual event, splitting the field into two, sixteam divisions, blue and gold. Each division had five preliminary duals, with the sixth being an intra-division match based on division rankings. Of the Tri-City teams, none fared so well in Friday’s portion of the tournament, where Cupertino defeated Ukiah, 44-24, Newark defeated Amador Valley, 64-13, Ponderosa defeated Mission San Jose, 64-9, and Fremont-Sunnyvale defeated Marin Catholic, 46-26, in round one. In round two of day one, Amador

inched by Los Gatos, 29-27, Newark Memorial defeated Cupertino, 43-25, Ponderosa shutout Fremont-Sunnyvale, 760, and St. Francis pushed past Marin Catholic, 62-8. Round three, the final of the first day, featured a pair of very

all records for the day. Ponderosa defeated St. Francis earlier in the day, 38-25, but left before wrestling the final match-up, resulting in a forfeit and giving first overall to St. Francis. Newark Memorial went 3-1 on day two of the event, falling to Fire-

close and entertaining match-ups in Newark Memorial defeating Los Gatos in a hard-fought bout, 37-32, and Amador Valley getting past Ukiah, 41-40, as well as a shut out and a convincing victory respectively in Ponderosa annihilating Marin Catholic, 82-0, and St. Francis defeating Mission San Jose, 51-19. Saturday’s continuation of the tournament featured rested wrestlers ready to take the mat early in the morning. Although there was no awards ceremony or announced rankings, Ponderosa and St. Francis were the most dominant and had the best over-

baugh, 51-24, to start the day, before reeling off three consecutive wins – 44-36 over Ukiah, 69-4 over Fremont-Sunnyvale and 40-33 over Mission San Jose – to take fifth overall in the tournament. Mission also went 3-1 on the day, beating Marin Catholic, 70-33, FremontSunnyvale, 47-30, and Amador Valley, 38-24, before falling to Newark to take sixth overall. The bright spots from Tri City wrestlers were Will Booth from Mission San Jose, Tung Le of Newark Memorial and Victor Pereira of Newark Memorial. All three went undefeated, anchoring their teams.

Chabot sends five wrestlers to state championship SUBMITTED BY STEVE SIROY Chabot College men’s wrestling team traveled to Modesto Junior College this past weekend, Saturday, Dec. 4, to wrestle in the Northern California Regional Wrestling Championships. The top six placers in each weight class advanced to the California Community College State Wrestling Championships (Thursday, Dec. 9 through Saturday, Dec. 11) at Victor Valley College in Victorville. As a team, the Chabot Gladiators finished sixth and had six wrestlers who placed. Five of the six will advance to the State Wrestling Championships. Wrestlers who advanced for Chabot College are: Janik Santana (125 lbs.) placed third, defeating Ruben Gonzales from Shasta College, 12-9, in the consolation finals match; Alex Williams (133) also placed third, defeating William Sepulveda from Lassen College by a score of 10-3; Craig Sherman (157) placed fourth and lost by injury default to Craig Simon of Shasta College; Ira Goosby (174) also placed fourth, losing to Nick Gill from Sierra College by a fall 2:14; and Milo Anderson (184) placed third defeating Adam Charles in overtime, 3-1. Sam Gomez (285) will attend the State Championships as an alternate after he placed eighth, losing to Rafael Iriarte from Sierra College, 3-1.

Local collegiate update BY GARY VAN DEN HEUVEL Chabot College men’s basketball team continued their early season run of success, advancing to the final of the Cosumnes River Tournament. The Gladiators scored a total of 201 points in their first two wins. Against Feather River College, Chabot were led by four players who scored in double digits: Jacob Noisat (19 points), Kyle Luckett (14), Tobias Royal (14) and Joshua De La Torre (11). That offensive burst was but a precursor to Chabot’s semifinal win, a 107-95 sprint over Modesto. Chabot improved to 8-1 on the season with a win in the finals over the host school, Cosumnes River, defeating them by nine, 84-75. Chabot’s women fared well in the Contra Costa Tournament over the weekend of December 2-4. Following an opening round 59-54 loss to Los Medanos, the Gladiators rebounded with a win over Siskiyous by the identical score of 59-54, and a consolation final 72-38 throttling of Contra Costa. Samantha Gipson was the Gladiators’ leading scorer in both wins, with 16 points against Siskiyous and 19 versus Contra Costa. Charnay Bell scored 15 in the Siskiyous win, and Dominique Oglesby added 13 against Contra Costa. At week’s end, the women’s team sits at 6-3 in preseason action. Sticking in Hayward, but moving to the four-year university at Cal State University-East Bay, their men and women basketball teams played on back-to-back nights, Friday, Dec. 3, and Saturday, Dec. 4, with no success, going 04 combined. On Friday, East Bay went to San Francisco State, with the men losing 79-54 and the women falling 46-38. A day later, at Cal State University-Monterey Bay, the women dropped another 38 points, but let up 10 more than Friday, losing 56-38. Meanwhile, the men played a tighter game, but still came up on the losing end, 67-60. In the early going, neither team is off to a fast start. East Bay’s men are 1-4, and on a four-game slide since beating Academy of Art in the season opener. The women are 0-4 to start the campaign. Each team will be back on the hardwood on Saturday, Dec. 11, looking to right the proverbial ship: the men, at home, vs. Notre Dame de Namur tipping off at 3 p.m., and the women on the road at Dominican, tipping off at 3:30 p.m.

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Mission Valley United Girls advance SUBMITTED BY CALVIN CHINN California Youth Soccer Association’s tournament season has begun. With the Presidents Cup, the highest level of competitive play; Association Cup for developmental teams; and Founders Cup for recreational play, this past weekend launched the U-10 and U-11 girls and boys competitions for all three cups in Mistlin Sport Complex in Ripon. Mission Valley United (MVU) of Fremont sent three teams to the President’s Cup for a weekend of skills and thrills. Led by the scoring forward Kyllie Glock, a pressing defense and persistent stops by goalkeeper Danielle Vis, MVU 99 Girls Black advanced to next weekend’s quarterfinals. MVU 99 started with an insightful reminder by coach Bri O’Dowd to shoot high at the goal and shoot often. These competitive games can be won by surprising outcomes when

BY BIFF JONES Boys Basketball In action last week, Milpitas High School boys basketball, led by coach Champ Wrencher, opened with a close home loss to Leigh High School, 44-42. Derek Fox and Buddy Ames led the Trojans with 14 and 13 points respectively. Then last weekend they played in a tournament at McKinleyville High School where they defeated Fortuna High School 7151 before losing the third place game to Arcata High School 7353. Ames had 15 points in the Fortuna game and Hartley 13 against Arcata. Next home game for Milpitas is against Balboa High School of San Francisco on Thursday, Dec. 16, at 7 p.m. Coach Curtis Coffey’s Fremont Christian High School Warriors lost a road game to American High School 78-47 last Wednesday, Dec. 1, before winning the next night at International High School of San Francisco, 55-41. Jeremiah Herzog led the Warriors with 24 points against American. Next home game for Fremont is Dec. 16, 8 p.m. against Athenian High School of Danville. Oskar Schugg, coach at California School for the Deaf Eagles, took his team to the Redwood Classic at Anderson Valley High School in Boonville last weekend. They defeated Cloverdale High School, 60-47, lost to Valley Christian High School of Roseville, 8449, and won against Hoopa Valley High School, 75-71. Next home game is after the first of the year. Girls Basketball New coach Klint Chang of Milpitas saw his girls go 1-3 in last week’s tournament held at Irvington High School. Trojans lost 6341 to Evergreen Valley High School of San Jose, 46-35 to Washington High School, and 58-47 to host Irvington. Lone victory was 70-47 against Encinal High School of Alameda. Freshman Jalaena Bumagat led Milpitas with 14 points vs. Evergreen. Next homes games for the Trojans are Tuesday, Dec. 7, 7 p.m. against Carlmont High School of Belmont; Saturday, Dec. 11, 4:30 p.m. vs. Castlemont High School of Oakland; and then away to Newark Memorial High School, Dec. 14, 7 p.m. Fremont Christian girls of coach Michie Sierra lost at International last Thursday 64-52 then won a home game on Friday, 5536 against Redwood Christian High School of San Lorenzo. Kem-

one does the extraordinary. Glock heeded that call to start off the scoring against a red and navy blue team from Folsom, the American River YSL Freedom, with a high long kick from the right that went over the defending goalkeeper’s hands untouched. Freedom had its own skillful pass and play, with a crossing pass from the right after the player dribbled pass a defender and placed perfectly to a charging teammate in front of the goal who scored. At halftime, it appeared that the 99 girls needed another boost of motivation from coach O’Dowd again, and they did, coming back out with more pressure defense that continually denied Freedom any free passes anchored by repeated stops by “Dani” Danielle. Finally, a quick slip pass by Haley Torsney allowed Kyllie to chase it down in a breakaway for a score. The 99 girls second game was against Redwood City Juventus Blast. MVU played with pre-

cision by keeping the ball on the offensive end. Repeated kicks at the goal missed the mark. Even a penalty kick from a handball by Juventus gave the 99 girls an opportunity to score but an unlucky result left the score at 0-0. Juventus was to strike first with a strong kick that came off of a finger tip save attempt and into the net. At the half, the 99 girls were down one goal. What to do next, but to try different field positions and different goalkeepers. That they did and Kyllie came through with a score from another breakaway, this time a line pass from Claudia Chinn gave Kyllie the assist to score. The game ended in a 1-1 draw. Kyllie scored all of the team’s three goals, and all recognized that they had won with their pressing defense. The story continues next week in the quarterfinals. MVU would like to thank ARCO on Grimmer and Auto Mall for their continuing support of MVU girls soccer.

ana Otosi and Shelby Bolduc led the Warriors with 13 points each including two, 3-pointers by Bolduc against International. Next home game for FC is Friday, Dec. 10, 6 p.m. vs. Valley Christian High School of Dublin. Head coach Debbie Ayers of California School for the Deaf Eagles saw her team travel to San Domenico High School in San Anselmo last week to play in the Sister Gervaise Tournament. CSD dropped their opener to Piner High School of Santa Rose 58-52, but rebounded to defeat Burton High School of San Francisco, 5930 to win the Consolation Championship. Priscilla Castaneda poured in 17 points for the Eagles against Piner. Eagles have a home game, Wednesday, Dec. 8, 6 p.m. against St. Lawrence Academy of Sunnyvale. Boys Soccer Milpitas traveled to a very cold Santa Cruz Coast last Tuesday evening to take on Soquel High School. Martin Lopez got the Trojans on the board first when he slotted a goal after receiving a cross from Ramiro Ceja. However, Soquel tied it 1-1 shortly thereafter which was the halftime score. Second half saw the host go up 2-1 and forced Milpitas to play catchup. As the visitors picked up the pace they found themselves taking shots that bounced off the goal posts. Finally, with less than two minutes to go, Ceja took a free kick from 25 yards out and curved it around the Soquel wall and into the next for a 2-2 tie and the final score. Both Trojan goalies, Zach Ebright and Alex Ramirez, played with each giving up one goal. Last Friday the young Milpitas team hosted a strong Mountain View High School team and fell 4-0. Next home game is a 3:15 p.m. encounter, Dec. 8 against Pioneer High School of San Jose. Girls Soccer Coach Mike Tomlin saw his Lady Trojans drop two road encounters last week to Prospect High School of San Jose, 5-2, and to Pioneer, 1-0. Then last Friday they came home and defeated San Leandro High School 2-0. Both of the Trojan goals against Prospect came in the second half and were scored by Laura Cosgrove and Kayla Owens. Milpitas’ next four games are all at home, beginning Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. against Piedmont Hills; Dec. 9 vs. Overfelt at 3:30 p.m.; San Benito on Dec. 11, kicking off at 11 a.m.; and Live Oak on Dec.14 at 3:30 p.m.

MVAL basketball roundup BY KEVIN YIN This past week in the prep boys basketball scene, American High School opened the season with a busy week of action, playing three games in four days. On Tuesday, Nov. 30, American was defeated by Amador Valley, 56-49. The Eagles rebounded, however, with a pair of victories. On Dec. 1, American clobbered Fremont Christian, 78-47, then, on Dec. 3, American pulled out a 61-60 overtime win over Clayton Valley. American’s next game will be on Dec. 7 against Rowland. John F. Kennedy High School started the season off strong, defeating blowing out Dougherty Valley, 62-38, in the season opener on Nov. 30. Senior guard Chris Murry led Kennedy with 16 points. Kennedy followed up with another win, this time against Dublin on Dec. 3. Kennedy fell behind in the first quarter, 21-14, but rallied for a 67-62 final. Murry again led Kennedy’s effort, this time with 20 points, while senior forward D’vaughn Mann backed him up with 17 points. James Logan High picked up a close win over California, 52-49, on Nov. 30. Logan fell behind early in that game, 16-9, but was able to come back thanks to 22 points from senior guard Larry Jones. Logan then faced Servite on Dec. 2, but was defeated 65-50. Sophomore guard Clarence Kaye paced Logan with 17 points. Logan then faced MVAL foe Washington, beating the Huskies 46-32. Jones again led Logan in scoring, with 16 points. Newark Memorial lost a close one to Oakland 59-58 on Nov. 27. Junior guard Yusuf Faroqui was on fire, scoring 22 points including seven three pointers. Newark rebounded from the disappointment to thrash San Leandro 68-46 on Nov. 30. Thirteen different Newark players scored in that game, including Faroqui, who again led his team, this time with 12 points. Washington was forced to endure a tough week. The Huskies dropped a 71-69 overcontinued on page 26

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time decision to Livermore on Dec. 2 before being thumped by Logan, 46-32. Junior guard Matt Songponnopachon almost pulled the Huskies through against Livermore, with 18 points. No Washington player managed to score double figures against Logan; senior forward Zuri ChuHall led the Huskies in that game with nine points. Washington’s next game is on Dec. 7 against Granada. Mission San Jose also experienced a painful week of action, losing three games—two of them by a combined total of five points. On Nov. 27, Mission lost to Livermore 89-86. Three days later, Mission lost to El Camino, 50-48. Then, on Dec. 4, the Spartans were crushed by Mt. Eden 64-48. On the girls basketball court, Mission is having more success than the boys side, putting together quite an early season start,

picking up three victories this week. First, Mission defeated Fremont High of Sunnyvale by the staggering final score of 6114 on Nov. 30. Mission’s team effort was reflected in the final stats, which showed that 12 different players scored. Mission gave the same rough treatment to Saratoga the next night, posting a 54-23 win in which Mission led 28-6 at halftime. Maya Ramachandran scored a game high 19 points. The following night, Dec. 2, Mission picked up its third blowout victory in as many nights, beating Wilcox 5426. Jessica Woo scored 16, while Ramachandran added eight points and 11 rebounds. Logan’s season is also off to a fast start. The Colts wiped out Foothill on Nov. 27 by the score of 54-37. Senior guard Chelsea Salom led Logan with 13 points, while junior guard Nikki Icban contributed 12 points. Logan then

BY NICK ZAMBRANO The 2010 hoops season has gotten underway in the Hayward Area Athletic League (HAAL) and already teams have begun to show signs of promise. Hayward High boys team was on the short end of their season opener against San Marin High. The Farmers dropped the Dec. 2 showdown, 6453. It’s the second straight season that Hayward has lost their season opener as well their home opener. Hayward is still looking to recapture the glory of their 2008-09 season, a season in which they made a deep run into the North Coast Section Division II. Last year, Hayward finished 1412 and finished fourth in the HAAL. Hayward will attempt to rebound from the San Marin affair with their second straight home game on Dec. 11. They’ll square off with Alameda High at 7 p.m. The Moreau Catholic Mariners won their first game under new head coach Frank Knight. A 5446 handling of San Rafael High marked the beginning of what Mariner fans hope to be a winning season. In the past three years, Moreau has a combined win total of only 23 games.

beat Monte Vista 41-25 on Dec. 1. Salom again led Logan in scoring, this time with nine points. Logan followed the blowout wins with a one-point win over Santa Rosa, 42-41, on Dec. 4. Newark Memorial picked up a big 56-52 victory over Skyline on Dec. 2. Sophomore forward Taylor Norman led Newark with 23 points, while senior forward Kelsey Pease added 18 points. Kennedy faced a team from an exotic locale this week, losing to Box Hill of Melbourne, Australia by the final score of 60-37. Sophomore forward Becca Jacobson led Kennedy in a losing effort with 12 points. Kennedy recovered to post consecutive wins, first over Urban, 41-36, then over University, 88-81. Jacobsen again led Kennedy against Urban with 12 points, while junior guard Haley McDaniel exploded against University with 31 points.

Knight and the Mariners won’t have much time to rest. They will leap directly into the 2010 HAAL pool when they hit the road and play Mt. Eden on Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. After they finished the 2009-10 season looking up at Bishop O’Dowd High, the 2010 Lady Mariners came out with their guns blazing. Before their most recent loss - a 63-29 thumping by St. Mary’s High in the Marin Catholic Lady Cat Classic - ripped off wins in their first two games. In game one of the new campaign, Moreau came out on the winning end of a tight battle with Mission High, 49-47. Game two provided the Lady Mariners with just a bit more space, this time narrowly escaping Ursuline High, 64-60. Anchored by senior powerhouse Megan Scully, Moreau returns seven players from the ’09 season. Scully and company will get the ball bouncing with their next contest - the HAAL opener against Mt. Eden on Dec. 7. For a complete look at the scores and schedules for all-things HAAL basketball, log onto the TriCity Voice Sports website, http://sports.tricityvoice.com.

Teacher Corps recruits SUBMITTED BY MIRA BROWNE

he California Teacher Corps, the statewide organization representing California’s alternative certification programs, recently announced that nearly 50 percent of teachers placed in the classroom from Teacher Corps programs for the 2009-10 school year were under-represented minorities, according to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Additionally, Teacher Corps programs recruited twice the percentage of African Americans and 50 percent more Latinos than are currently teaching in the broader California public school system. These numbers represent a steady increase in under-represented minorities being recruited into the teaching profession by alternative certification programs.

“Our programs have made it a priority to increase the representation of African American and Latino teachers in the teaching profession,” said Catherine Kearney, president of the California Teacher Corps. “By diversifying the profession, we are providing students with teachers who are representative of their own community. We are actively encouraging under-represented minorities to join the teaching profession, recognizing the positive impact they are having on California’s changing student population.” For the 2009-10 school year, approximately eight percent of teachers from Teacher Corps programs were African American, compared to four percent within the state’s overall teaching workforce, according to the California Department of Education (CDE). Similarly, approximately 25 percent of teachers from Teacher Corps programs were Hispanic, compared to 17 percent of the broader teaching workforce. “It is important that we actively recruit members of underrepresented groups into teaching, especially people of color and males,” said Dr. Martin Haberman, distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee’s School of Education and researcher of alternative pathways into the classroom. “They serve as role models of success, but even more importantly, they communicate continued on page 27

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PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF William Marshak DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Sharon Marshak

Birth of a councilmember WILLIAM MARSHAK

ow that Bob Wieckowski is safely sworn into the California State Assembly and no longer warming a seat in Fremont’s council chambers, it is time for remaining councilmembers to orchestrate the public unveiling of a replacement. The final product of selection may already have been determined, but engineering a public process to reach that result can be a delicate balance between the theory of transparency in government and reality. Since two years remain of Wieckowski’s term, the impact of a new councilmember will not be trivial. Also, the favorable record of reelection for incumbents and possible internecine battle for mayor in 2012 are both important factors in deter-

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mining the result. It is more than likely that the political ramifications of this selection will weigh heavily on councilmember’s minds. As witnessed in a previous selection process to replace the council seat vacated by Bob Wasserman when first elected Mayor, even though the method may be questionable, a qualified candidate can emerge from political maneuvering and enhance the council. However, the charade used at that time to ensure a predetermined result was obvious and demeaning. It may be that a closed door, political process is inevitable on these occasions but creating a pretense of intent is disingenuous. In my opinion, discussions and political maneuvers have already determined the result so the question of who will emerge as the chosen candidate is best handled quickly and efficiently with a minimum of grandstanding. Realpolitik dictates a set of qualifications that will serve the council majority and unseen strategists, otherwise a token outsider will simply be marginalized and serve little

purpose except as a foil for other councilmembers. We have enough pomp and prattle without additional acting and repetitious questions already asked and/or answered by staff in summaries. Even with a predetermined selection, differences of opinion and contrasting perspectives are possible. As the council exists at the present time, representation of government service, consultancy to it as well as individual professional practice – medical and accountancy - is represented. Choosing someone with a different orientation could bring valuable counterpoint to deliberations.

issue that has to be addressed. With any real sincerity, the City can address the issue of the Center Theater. It’s historical, let’s preserve it. Our City fathers and mothers need to step up to the plate and take care of business. William Marshak’s other comments were well reasoned, certainly stand on all fours, and demand attention. Since I do not do write letters to the Editor often, there is also another point of interest I wish to raise to the community in regard to Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church and that is the disturbing and revolting sale of cemetery property in Mission San Jose to developers who will build homes. These are sacred grounds and should not be disturbed. What is even more upsetting is that this is a

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Mona Shah EDUCATION Miriam G. Mazliach GOVERNMENT Simon Wong PROTECTIVE SERVICES Meenu Gupta SPORTS Giovanni Albanese Jr. SPORTS REPORTERS Biff Jones Jeff Weisinger Gary van den Heuvel David Nicolas Sanjna Shukla Kevin Yin PHOTOGRAPHERS Mike Heightchew Don Jedlovec DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Gerry Johnston ADVERTISING REPRESENTATIVE Colleen Ganaye ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS Pahoua Sayaovang Patricia Cragin BOOKKEEPING Vandana Dua CARTOONS Angelo Lopez

William Marshak PUBLISHER

STARR TEAM Denny Stein J. D. Wolfe REPORTERS

Taking care of business

While I often disagree with the comments made by William Marshak (the editor) in his Opinion column, nevertheless, I feel compelled to comment on his editorial concerning the Center Theater in a positive fashion. While the Center Theater pre-dates my time in this community (even though I have been a life-long resident), there are many fond memories. It seems a prevalent pattern for our City to preserve little and waste many historical resources. After so many years of serious efforts by the community to preserve the Center Theater, often spearheaded by Dirk Lorenz, why can’t the City put a package together that will work for the community? This is not a $100,000,000

PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGN Ramya Raman

very old site in Mission San Jose where there are quite a number of unaccounted-for pauper graves and it is not specifically known where all the individuals have been laid to rest. It sounds as if this is a script for the latest horror movie. By the way, the City has approved this at the request of Saint Joseph’s. Over and above this being obviously distasteful, the ingress/egress problems are catastrophic. On that basis alone, this development should never be approved. Otherwise, all is well in the City of Fremont.

Julie Grabowski Janet Grant Philip Holmes Robin Michel Susana Nunez Suzanne Ortt Praveena Raman Rajeswari Ramanathan Joe Samagond Shavon Walker Alyson Whitaker INTERN Alissa Gwynn WEB MASTER RAMAN CONSULTING Venkat Raman LEGAL COUNSEL Stephen F. Von Till, Esq.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 445234 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Bay Area Truck Driving School, 39420 Liberty St., #162, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda. Arvinder Paul Singh, 2425 Sacho Way, Fremont, CA 94539 Kulwinder S. Gill, 5 Via Cerrioni, Madera, CA 93637. This business is conducted by a general partnership. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on July 1997. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Arvinder Paul Singh, Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 23, 2010. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 12/28/10 CNS-1999125# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 445114 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Vaibhav Indian Cuisine, 600 West Harder Road, Hayward, CA 94544, County of Alameda Ruchi Indian Cuisine, 600 Wet Harder Road, Hayward, CA 94544; CA This business is conducted by Limited Liability Company. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Gopal Krishna Rad Shetty, Member This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 19, 2010. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-1995218# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 444387 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Therafit, 4121 Ferry Ln., Fremont, CA 94555, County of Alameda Marta Rivera, 4121 Ferry Ln., Fremont, CA 94555 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Marta Rivera This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on October 28, 2010 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/23, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1989818# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 444486 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: XYZ FASHIONS, 42731 ROBERTS AVE., FREMONT, CA 94538, County of ALAMEDA YEONNETTE JORDAN, 42731 ROBERTS AVE., FREMONT, CA 94538 This business is conducted by AN INDIVIDUAL The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ YEONNETTE JORDAN This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on NOVEMBER 1, 2010 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/16, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1987396#

GOVERNMENT NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 13 , 2011 , at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: LED STREETLIGHT RETROFIT ON STEVENSON BLVD FROM MARIETTA DRIVE TO MISSION BLVD , CITY PROJECT PWC 8725 Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at Peninsula Digital at 44846 Osgood Road, Fremont, CA 94539 or 599 Fairchild Drive, Mountain View, CA 94043, or through Planwell at www.peninsu ladigital.com, Phone (510) 490-7411, Fax (510) 657-7248. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents. For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at (510) 494-4620. CORINA CAMPBELL PURCHASING MANAGER CITY OF FREMONT 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1998172# NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, January 13 , 2011 , at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: Traffic Signal Modifications on Stevenson Boulevard from Blacow Road to Davis Street , City Project PWC 8701,

Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at Peninsula Digital at 44846 Osgood Road, Fremont, CA 94539 or 599 Fairchild Drive, Mountain View, CA 94043, or through Planwell at www.peninsu ladigital.com, Phone (510) 490-7411, Fax (510) 657-7248. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents. For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at (510) 494-4620. CORINA CAMPBELL PURCHASING MANAGER CITY OF FREMONT 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1998133# CITY OF FREMONT – PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City of Fremont City Council will hold a public hearing to consider the following proposal. Said public hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, December 14, 2010, Council Chambers, 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg. A, Fremont, CA, at which time all interested parties may attend and be heard: DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE ANNUAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009/10 Consideration of the Development Impact Fee Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2009/10 and Findings Required by the Mitigation Fee Act If you challenge any decision of the City Council in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. DAWN G. ABRAHAMSON CITY CLERK 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1996757#

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF STEVE CHAO, AKA SICK SHEN CHAO CASE NO. FP10530684 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Steve Chau, aka Sick Shen Chao A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Mei Juan Hu aka Merry Hu Chao in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Mei Juan Hu, aka Merry Hu Chao be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. A HEARING on the petition will be held on December 17, 2010 at 9:30 a.m. in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, CA 94704. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a formal Request for Special Notice (DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Vivian Lu, 35485B Dumbarton Court, Newark, CA 94560, Telephone: 510-494-1188 11/26, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1993608#

PUBLIC AUCTION/SALES NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION Notice is hereby given that personal property in the following units will be sold at public auction: on the 17th DAY OFDecember 2010at or after 12:00 pmpursuant to the California SelfStorage Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: Thornton U-Haul, 4833 Thornton Ave. Fremont, CA 94536. The items to be sold are generally described as follows: clothing, furniture, and / or other household items stored by the following people: Name Unit # Paid Through Date Adam Rollins B294 9/30/2010 Frederick Virger B314 8/14/2010 Phillip Steck C129 10/11/2010 David Diaz C141 9/16/2010 Cicely Wright C222 10/1/2010 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1995877#

TRUSTEE SALES TSG No.: 4524481 TS No.: CA1000209389 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 475-0153-045 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/28/2010 at 12:00 P.M., First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC f/k/a First American LoanStar Trustee Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 03/01/2006 as Instrument No. 2006076925, in book, page, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of California. Executed by: MELVIN A. MORALES AND MARILYN M. MORALES, 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) *12:00 P.M. ON THE STEPS OF THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, 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: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 475-0153-045 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2625 TEAL LANE, UNION CITY, CA 94587. 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 $430,108.00. 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. Requirements of SB1137 have been met pursuant to the Notice of Sale Declaration of Record. The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporations a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is

current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or the timeframe for giving Notice of Sale specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and has been provided or the loan is exempt from the requirements. First American Title Insurance Company First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC f/k/a First American LoanStar Trustee Services, 3 First American Way Santa Ana, CA 92707 Date: 12/ 01/2010 Authorized Signature DeeAnn GregoryFOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-480-5690. www.tacforeclosures.com/ sales First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC f/k/a First American LoanStar Trustee Services, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. TAC: 921900 PUB: 12/07; 12/14; 12/21/10. 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001814# Trustee Sale No. 09-16952 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT DATED 11/9/2009. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/28/2010 at 12:00 PM., Allied Trustee Services, (Trustee) under and pursuant to Notice of Delinquent Assessment, recorded on 11/12/2009 as Instrument 2009357403 Book - - Page - - of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, property owned by: Narinder Singh Randhawa will sell at public auction to the 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: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA all right, title and interest under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment in the property situated in said County, describing the land therein: A.P.N.: 475-0157-053 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 32648 Brenda Way #2, Union City, CA 94587 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 due under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment, with interest thereon, as provided in said notice, advances, if any, estimated fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee. The estimate total amount of the unpaid balance at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $9,909.55 property will be sold subject to the right of redemption. The claimant, Edgebrook Manor Homeowners Association under said Notice of Delinquent Assessment 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. Date: 11/2/2010 Allied Trustee Services Nicole Thornsberry, Authorized Signature For Sales Information Please Call: (714) 573-1965 Allied Trustee Services 990 Reserve Drive, Suite 208, Roseville CA 95678 (800) 220-5454 P774503 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001667# Trustee Sale No.: 20090159910873 Title Order No.: 090782547 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 8/25/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NDex West, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 09/07/2006 as Instrument No. 2006339593 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California. Executed By: Jeff Paiva, 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: 12/27/2010 Time of Sale: 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Street Address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 32246 Crest Lane, Union City, CA 94587 APN#: 475-0167-031-00 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 $558,351.41. 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: Priority Posting & Publishing 17501 Irvine Blvd., Suite One Tustin, CA 92780 714-573-1965 www.priorityposting.com NDex West, LLC as Trustee Dated: 11/30/2010 NDex West, LLC may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. P776015 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001666# TS # CA-10-384310-RM Order # 100526894CA-BFO NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/13/2007. 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 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): Beth Dianne Howell , an unmarried woman Recorded: 04/27/2007 as Instrument No. 2007166218 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California; Date of Sale: 1/3/2011 at 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $413,213.43 The purported property address is: 3503 Ellery Common Fremont, CA 94538 Assessors Parcel No. 525-1663-103- The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256. 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: (714) 573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 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. P776133 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001665# Trustee Sale No. 741747CA Loan No. 0083518308 Title Order No. 100254279-CA-MAI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/21/2004. 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 12/28/2010 at 12:00 PM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 07/01/2004, Book , Page , Instrument 2004301056, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by: Arnold Valdecanas and Pricelle Valdecanas, 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: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Legal Description: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $546,003.35 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 4337 Nicolet Avenue Fremont, CA 94536 APN Number: 5430398-030-00 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: 12/1/2010 See Attached Exhibit Exhibit 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. JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Name: Ann Thorn Title: First Vice President California Reconveyance Company, as Trustee (714) 259-7850 or www.fidelityasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com Deborah Brignac 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 Avenue MailStop N110612 Chatsworth, CA 91311 P776161 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001664# TS # CA-09-334442-TC Order # 090889250CA-DCI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/5/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 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): Muhammed R Husain and Naghmana Hashim husband and wife Recorded: 03/11/2008 as Instrument No. 2008087625 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California; Date of Sale: 1/3/2011 at 12: 00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $423,338.06 The purported property address is: 5080 Brian Ct Fremont, CA 94538 Assessors Parcel No. 525-0969-063-00 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 OneWest Bank, FSB 2900 Esperanza Crossing Austin TX 78758. 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: (714) 573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: (877) 908-4357 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. P776589 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001663# Trustee Sale No.: 20100159901228 Title Order No.: 100186721 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/ 16/2006. 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 03/22/2006 as Instrument No. 2006106424 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California. Executed By: Romulo M. Olano and Teresita M. Olano, 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: 12/27/2010 Time of Sale: 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St. emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse 1225 Fallon St., Oakland, CA. Street Address and other common designation, if any, of

the real property described above is purported to be: 4634 Carmen Way, Union City, California 94587 APN#: 483-0106-068-00 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 $619,882.94. 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: Priority Posting & Publishing, Inc. 17501 Irvine Blvd., Suite One Tustin, CA 92780 714573-1965 www.priorityposting.com NDex West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 12/01/2010 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. P777003 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001661# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 100111360 Title Order No. 10-8-417201 APN No. 475-0167-085 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 04/13/2007. 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 MANUEL E. MOYA, JR., AN UNMARRIED MAN dated 04/13/ 2007 and recorded 04/23/07, as Instrument No. 2007158479, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County State of California, will sell on 01/04/2011 at 12:00PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, Alameda, CA 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: 2552 CORONATION DRIVE, UNION CITY, CA, 94587. 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 $649,289.72. 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 with out 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 at provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon at provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. If required by the provisions of section 2923.5 of the California Civil Code, the declaration from the mortgagee, beneficiary or authorized agent is attached to the Notice of Trustee’s Sale duly recorded with the appropriate County Recorder’s Office. DATED: 12/04/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone/Sale Information: (800) 281 8219 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. FEI # 1006.119581 12/07, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001624# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 742461CA Loan No. 3017780267 Title Order No. 100323644-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05-24-2007. 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 12-28-2010 at 12:30 PM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 06-06-2007, Book , Page , Instrument 2007211434, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California, executed by: ABEGAL DALMAN AND JULIUS DALMAN, WIFE AND HUSBAND, 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 FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET , OAKLAND, CA Legal Description: LOT 8, AS SAID LOT IS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF ‘’TRACT 3191, CASA VERDE UNIT NO. 6, CITY OF UNION CITY, COUNTY OF ALAMEDA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA’’, FILED APRIL 2, 1971, IN BOOK 67 OF MAPS, PAGES 13 TO, 14, INCLUSIVE, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF ALAMEDA COUNTY. EXCEPTING THEREFROM ‘’ALL MINERALS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES LYING UNDER A PLANE 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, TOGETHER WITH THE EXCLUSIVE RIGHT TO ENTER INTO AND DRILL THROUGH SAID PROPERTY BELOW SAID PLANE, FROM OTHER PROPERTY, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRODUCING, EXTRACTING AND TAKING THEREFROM ALL SUCH MINERALS, OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES’’, AS GRANTED IN THE DEEP TO GREENWOOD SALES CO., RECORDED APRIL 2, 1971, ON REEL 2820, IMAGE 391, OFFICIAL RECORDS, INSTRUMENT NO. 37790. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $567,665.07 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 3178 SAN RAFAEL WAY UNION CITY, CA 94587 APN Number: 4830047-021-00 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 email; by face to face meeting. DATE: 12-01-2010 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# 3832817 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001509# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 2726-40 Loan No. 628500332 Title Order No.

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PUBLIC NOTICES 800002547 APN 901-0185-049 and 901-0185050 TRA No. 11033 and 11007 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/20/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/28/2010 at 12: 30PM, CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY, a California corporation as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded on 09/03/2008 as Document No. 2008267629 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by: Tasann Ting Group, a California corporation, as Trustor, in favor of Cathay Bank, a California Banking Corp., as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). At: the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County, California describing the land therein: PARCEL 2, PARCEL MAP 7552, FILED JULY 20, 2000, BOOK 252 OF PARCEL MAPS, PAGE 48, ALAMEDA COUNTY RECORDS. Beneficiary Phone: (626) 279-3642 Beneficiary: CATHAY BANK, A CALIFORNIA BANKING CORP., ATTN: TOM NGUYEN, SPECIAL ASSET DEPARTMENT, 9650 FLAIR DRIVE, 2nd FLOOR, EL MONTE, CA 91731 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: 39889 Eureka Drive, Newark, CA 94560. 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 the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $17,236,889.20 (Estimated) Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. The Beneficiary may elect to bid less than their full credit bid. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. SALE LINE PHONE NUMBER: (714) 259-7850 or (714) 730-2727 DATE: 11/29/2010 CHICAGO TITLE COMPANY FORECLOSURE DEPARTMENT 560 E. HOSPITALITY LANE SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408 (909) 884-0448 Teresa M. Drake, Asst. Vice President ASAP# 3831060 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001494# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-09313431-CL Order #: 090657113-CA-LPO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/29/2006. 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): JOJO CAYABYAB AND CHARLIE CAYABYAB HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 12/7/2006 as Instrument No. 2006448465 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/3/2011 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $628,449.13 The purported property address is: 5919 WOODBINE PL NEWARK, CA 94560 Assessor’s Parcel No. 092A-2593-033-00 092A-2593-033 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: 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: 619645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3830345 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001360# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. T1063204-CA / APN: 486-0057-049 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07-27-2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer, or authorized agent, declares as follows: [ X ] 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 and [ X ] 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 Trustor: MIAN NAEEMUDDIN, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: CR Title Services, Inc. P.O. BOX 16128, TUCSON, AZ 85732-6128 866-7029658 Recorded 08-04-2005 as Instrument No.

2005331831 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California, Date of Sale:12-28-2010 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $449,839.33 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 33728 DARTMOUTH AVENUE UNION CITY, CA 94587 A.P.N.: 4860057-049 Legal Description: LOT 4, BLOCK F, AS SHOWN ON THAT CERTAIN MAP ENTITLED, ‘’TRACT 2137’’, FILED JUNE 14, 1968, IN BOOK 42 OF MAPS, PAGE 15, ALAMEDA COUNTY RECORDS. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. The Trustee shall incur no liability for any good faith error in stating the proper amount of unpaid balances and charges. For Sales Information please contact AGENCY SALES AND POSTING at WWW.FIDELITYASAP.COM or 714-730-2727 REINSTATEMENT LINE: 866-702-9658 Date: 1207-2010 CR Title Services, Inc. P.O. BOX 16128 TUCSON, AZ 85732-6128 STEPHANIE ABCEDE, TRUSTEE SPECIALIST ASAP# 3833939 12/07/ 2010, 12/14/2010, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001348# Trustee Sale No. 14461CA Loan No. 1007567108 Title Order No. 100102719-CA-GSI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/13/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/28/2010 at 12:00 PM, MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 04/21/2006, Book , Page , Instrument 2006157169 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by: Melesio Sanchez, a married man as his sole and separate property as Trustor, Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as nominee for Mason-Mcduffin Mortgage Corporation, 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 convenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possesssion, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the notes (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: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Legal Description: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $491,138.48 The street address and other common designation of the real property purported as: 1960 Tulane Street , Union City, CA 94587 APN Number: 486-0054-045-00 See Declaration, as required by California Civil Code Section 2923.54, attached hereto and made a part hereof. CALIFORNIA FORECLOSURE PREVENTION ACT DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE (California Civil Code § 2923.54(a)) The undersigned mortgage loan servicer hereby declares under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, as follows: [ ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. Therefore, the mortgage loan servicer has waited an additional 90 days before giving notice of sale as required by Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.52(a). [X] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. [ ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.52(a) does not apply because: [ ] The loan was not recorded between January 1, 2003 and January 1, 2008. [ ] The loan is not secured by residential real property. [ ] The loan is not secured by a first priority mortgage or deed of trust. [ ] The borrower did not occupy the property as his/her principal residence when the loan became delinquent. [ ] The loan was made, purchased or serviced by (1) a California state or local public housing agency or authority, including state or local housing finance agencies established under Division 31 of the Cal. Health & Safety Code and Chapter 6 of the Cal. Military & Veterans Code, or (2) the loan is collateral for securities purchased by any such California state or local public housing agency or authority. [ ] The borrower has surrendered the property as evidenced by either a letter confirming the surrender or delivery of the keys to the property to the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary or authorized agent. [ ] The borrower has contracted with someone whose primary business is advising people who have decided to leave their homes on how to extend the foreclosure process and avoid their loan obligations. [ ] The borrower has filed for bankruptcy, and the bankruptcy court has not entered an order closing or dismissing the bankruptcy case or granting relief from the automatic stay. OneWest Bank, FSB By: Vicki Brizendine ATTACHMENT TO NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 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”. DATE: 11/24/2010 MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE, As Trustee 4675 Macarthur Court Suite 1540 Newport Beach CA 92660 Sales Line: (714) 5731965 (702) 586-4500 PRIORITYPOSTING.COM Stephanie Farrell, Foreclosure Assistant MTDS, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION DBA MERIDIAN TRUST DEED SERVICE IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. P774250 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2001118# TSG No.: 4529658 TS No.: CA1000209749 FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 483-0117-061 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/ 22/2007. 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 12/27/2010 at 12: 00 P.M., First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC f/k/a First American LoanStar Trustee Services, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 10/30/2007 as Instrument No. 2007378898, in book, page, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of California. Executed by: ANN BESS CHANCO, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN 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) *12:00 P.M. ON THE STEPS OF THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, 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: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 483-0117-061 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 30954 RANDALL COURT, UNION CITY, CA 94587. 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 $671,053.72. 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. Requirements of SB1137 have been met pursuant to the Notice of Sale Declaration of Record. The beneficiary or servicing agent declares that it has obtained from the Commissioner of Corporations a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the Notice of Sale is filed and/or the timeframe for giving Notice of Sale specified in subdivision (s) of California Civil Code Section 2923.52 applies and has been pro-

vided or the loan is exempt from the requirements. First American Title Insurance Company First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC f/k/a First American LoanStar Trustee Services, 3 First American Way Santa Ana, CA 92707 Date: 12/04/ 2010Authorized Signature DeeAnn Gregory- FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-480-5690. www.tacforeclosures.com/ sales First American Trustee Servicing Solutions, LLC f/k/a First American LoanStar Trustee Services, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. TAC: 920752 PUB: 12/07; 12/14; 12/21/10. 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-2000906# Trustee Sale No.: 20100169811206 Title Order No.: 100531764 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE 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 06/30/2006 as Instrument No. 2006251974 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California. Executed By: Susie M. Kramer, 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: 12/27/2010 Time of Sale: 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St. emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St., Oakland, CA. Street Address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3439 Pennsylvania Ave, Fremont, California 94536 APN#: 501-1594-05700 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 $332,679.26. 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: Priority Posting & Publishing, Inc. 17501 Irvine Blvd., Suite One Tustin, CA 92780 714-573-1965 www.priorityposting.com NDex West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 12/03/2010 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. P772506 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/2010 12/7, 12/14, 12/21/10 CNS-1998480# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10382532-VF Order # 100511648-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/16/2009. 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. 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): ALFREDO MARTINEZ, JR., AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 3/24/2009 as Instrument No. 2009085147 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/20/2010 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $236,688.67 The purported property address is: 5852 BIDDLE AVENUE NEWARK, CA 94560 Assessors Parcel No. 092A-0779-051-00 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 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: 11/29/2010 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# 3800187 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996492# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10383059-AL Order #: 100514927-CA-GTO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/26/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): OAHN V. TRAN , A MARRIED WOMAN AND KENNY HWA , AN UNMARRIED MAN Recorded: 11/2/2005 as Instrument No. 2005472774 in book - , page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/27/2010 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $261,229.06 The purported property address is: 235 ENTRADA PLAZA UNION CITY, CA 94587 Assessor’s Parcel No. 087-0033-124 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the

referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256 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: 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 holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3804148 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996486# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA10-381515-VF Order #: 556052 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/20/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): DEBORAH J LOELOFF, AND BURTON A LOELOFF, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 1/26/2005 as Instrument No. 2005031398 in book XXX, page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 1/3/2011 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $360,629.36 The purported property address is: 2628 GREAT ARBOR WAY UNION CITY, CA 94587 Assessor’s Parcel No. 475-0176-067-00 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 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: 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: 619645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders 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# 3803521 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996446# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-10382555-VF Order # 100511659-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/22/2008. 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): VILMA A. TAPIA , AN UNMARRIED PERSON Recorded: 2/21/2008 as Instrument No. 2008062685 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/20/2010 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $453,813.59 The purported property address is: 3172 SAN GABRIEL WAY UNION CITY, CA 94587 Assessors Parcel No. 483-0042-092-00 483-0042-092 483 004209200 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 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: 11/29/2010 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# 3800192 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996393# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015008426 Title Order No.: 100511344 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/20/2004. 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 07/26/2004 as Instrument No. 2004339617 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: LOURDES S YAP, 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: 12/20/2010 TIME OF SALE: 12:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 6106 CIVIC TERRACE AVENUE #A, NEWARK, CALIFORNIA 94560 APN#: 092A-1045-136 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 $272,995.41. 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. 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. 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. as Trustee Dated: 11/27/2010 ASAP# 3814116 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996383# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100169806127 Title Order No.: 100329938 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/11/2005. 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 10/25/2005 as Instrument No. 2005459381 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JOHN G. GRAY AND SANDRA G. FLORES AND MARY GARY, 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: 12/20/2010 TIME OF SALE: 12:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 6105 CASTILLON DRIVE, NEWARK, CALIFORNIA 94560 APN#: 92A-616-49 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 $528,808.37. 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. as Trustee Dated: 11/26/2010 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. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 75001-9013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 3813263 11/ 30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996376# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 100099304 Title Order No. 10-8-386714 Investor/ Insurer No. 1703419178 APN No. 901-0193-074 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/27/2007. 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 LEW E WADE, AN UNMARRIED MAN AND BRYAN M WADE, AN UNMARRIED MAN AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 02/27/2007 and recorded 03/02/07, as Instrument No. 2007091373, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 12/28/2010 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 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: 6362 BUENA VISTA DRIVE, UNIT B, NEWARK, CA, 94560. 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 $418,481.86. 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: 11/27/2010 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.

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PUBLIC NOTICES ASAP# FNMA3807990 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996374# Trustee Sale No. 441924CA Loan No. 3013752062 Title Order No. 392049 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/8/2007. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12/21/2010 at 12:00 PM CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 05/15/ 2007, Book , Page , Instrument 2007186754 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by: Roberto S Herrera and, Jeanine S Herrera, husband and wife as community property, 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: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Legal Description: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $389,236.32 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 4005 Malva Terrace, Fremont, CA 94536 APN Number: 543-0394-13800 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: 11/24/2010 See attached Exhibit Exhibit 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. JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association Name: Ann Thorn Title: First Vice President California Reconveyance Company, as Trustee (714) 2597850 or www.fidelityasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com Deborah Brignac 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 Avenue Mail Stop N110612 Chatsworth, CA 91311 P773953 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1996017# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale # CA0854449 Loan# 5100103588 Order # 090608031 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/14/2006. 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 12/21/2010 at 12:30PM, MTC FINANCIAL INC., dba TRUSTEE CORPS as the duly appointed Substituted Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/29/2006 as Document No. 2006438564 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, CALIFORNIA, executed by, BASKARAN SUBBIAH AND UMA SOMASUNDARAM, as Trustor, ASTORIA FEDERAL MORTGAGE CORP., as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States, by cash a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). AT: AT THE FALLON STREET ENTRANCE OF THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET, OAKLAND,CA The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. 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 describing the land therein: APN # 087-0102-034-00 AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 34768 CHESAPEAKE DRIVE, UNION CITY, CA 94587 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 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 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 Trustee’s Sale is: $761,352.63 (estimated amount). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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 and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. 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. See Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made a part hereof. Compliance with California Civil Code Section 2923.52: 1. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: X Servicer does hereby state that 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 of the notice of sale is filed. 2. Timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) Section 2923.52 ? Does X Does not apply pursuant to section 2923.52 or 2923.55 Dated: 11/30/2010 MTC FINANCIAL INC., DBA TRUSTEE CORPS, as Successor Trustee By: CLARISA GASTELUM, TRUSTEE SALES OFFICER TRUSTEE CORPS 17100 Gillette Ave, Irvine, CA 92614 FOR SALE INFORMATION CONTACT: (714)730-2727, (949) 252-8300 FOR REINSTATEMENT / PAY OFF REQUESTS CONTACT: (949) 252-8300 RPRequests@trusteecorps.com ASAP# 3821499 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1995729# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10383080-AL Order #: 100515016-CA-GTO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/27/2007. 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): ELIDA CARRANZA , AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 5/11/2007 as Instrument No. 2007184540 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/27/2010 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $569,467.09 The purported property address is: 36920 MULBERRY ST NEWARK, CA 94560 Assessor’s Parcel No. 092-0029-023 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256 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: 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: 619645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3804186 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1995394# TS # CA-10-380751-RM Order # 100493142CA-GTI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/9/1998. 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 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): Christopher Hongtu Li, a married man, as his sole and separate property Recorded: 12/18/1998 as Instrument No. 98444216 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California; Date of Sale: 12/27/2010 at 12: 00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $172,171.87 The purported property address is: 5671 Spry Common Fremont, CA 94538 Assessors Parcel No. 531-0241-204 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 Chase Home Finance LLC 800 Brooksedge Boulevard Westerville OH 43081. 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: (714) 573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 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. P773196 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1994430# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 901-0193012 Trustee Sale No. 1295690-10LOAN NO: XXXXXX0654 TRA:11003 REF: DOMINGUEZ, RAUL UNINS Property Address: 6394 BUENA VISTA DRIVE, #B, NEWARK CA 94560 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED May 30, 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 On December 13, 2010, at 12: 30pm, CAL-WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded June 09, 2009, as Inst. No. 2009181258, in book XX, page XX, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of ALAMEDA County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: RAUL DOMINGUEZ, A SINGLE PERSON 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 FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE 1225 FALLON STREET OAKLAND 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: 6394 BUENA VISTA DRIVE, #B NEWARK CA 94560 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: $288,423.30. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of mon-

ies 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. CALIFORNIA DECLARATION 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 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. Dated and Place 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: November 22, 2010 CALWESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION By: Authorized Signature ASAP# 3800716 11/23/ 2010, 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1991965# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-09253095-ED Order #: 090143417-CA-DCI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/26/2006. 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): RODOLFO HERNANDEZ, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 11/1/2006 as Instrument No. 2006407784 in book -, page - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/20/2010 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $579,100.57 The purported property address is: 34950 ROBERTS ST UNION CITY, CA 94587 Assessor’s Parcel No. 087-0006-05100 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256 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: 11/22/2010 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 holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3821160 11/23/2010, 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1991963# Trustee Sale No. 16546CA Loan No. 3003055526 Title Order No. 100504104-CA-MAI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/6/2005. 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 12/21/2010 at 12:00 PM MTDS, Inc., a California Corporation DBA Meridian Trust Deed Service as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 05/13/ 2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005199186 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Alameda County, California, executed by: Ricky Barber And Vilma Barber, husband and wife, as joint tenants, as Trustor, First Federal Bank Of California, a federally chartered savings bank, 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 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 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: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Legal Description: As more fully described in said Deed of Trust Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $374,845.34 The Street address and other common designation of the real property purported as: 5583 Magnolia Terrace, Fremont, CA 94538 APN Number: 531-0040-105-00 See Declaration, as required by California Civil Code Section 2923.54, attached hereto and made a part hereof. California Foreclosure Prevention Act Declaration Of Compliance (California Civil Code § 2923.54(a)) The undersigned mortgage loan servicer hereby declares under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California, as follows: [ ] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. Therefore, the mortgage loan servicer has waited an additional 90 days before giving notice of sale as required by Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.52(a). [X] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.53 that is current and valid as of the date that the Notice of Trustee’s Sale was filed or given. [ ] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in Cal. Civ. Code § 2923.52(a) does not apply because: [ ] The loan was not recorded between January 1, 2003 and January 1, 2008. [ ] The loan is not secured by residential real property. [ ] The loan is not secured by a first priority mortgage or deed of trust. [ ] The borrower did not occupy the property as his/her principal residence when the loan became delinquent. [ ] The loan was made, purchased or serviced by (1) a California state or local public housing agency or authority, including state or local housing finance agencies

established under Division 31 of the Cal. Health & Safety Code and Chapter 6 of the Cal. Military & Veterans Code, or (2) the loan is collateral for securities purchased by any such California state or local public housing agency or authority. [ ] The borrower has surrendered the property as evidenced by either a letter confirming the surrender or delivery of the keys to the property to the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary or authorized agent. [ ] The borrower has contracted with someone whose primary business is advising people who have decided to leave their homes on how to extend the foreclosure process and avoid their loan obligations. [ ] The borrower has filed for bankruptcy, and the bankruptcy court has not entered an order closing or dismissing the bankruptcy case or granting relief from the automatic stay. OneWest Bank, FSB By: Vicki Brizendine Attachment To Notice of Trustee’s Sale 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”. Date: 11/29/2010 MTDS, Inc., a California Corporation DBA Meridian Trust Deed Service, as Trustee Sales Line: (714) 573-1965 (702) 586-4500 PRIORITYPOSTING.COM Stephanie Farrell, Foreclosure Assistant Meridian Trust Deed Service 4675 Macarthur Court Suite 1540 Newport Beach CA 92660 MTDS, Inc., a California Corporation DBA Meridian Trust Deed Service is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. P770557 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1991165# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 443460CA Loan No. 0704155175 Title Order No. 463927 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-22-2005. 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 12-14-2010 at 12:30 PM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11-01-2005, Book , Page , Instrument 2005469571, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California, executed by: WILLIAM J. O’CONNELL AND NANCY L. O’CONNELL, 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 FALLON STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON STREET , OAKLAND, CA Legal Description: LOT 34, TRACT 3099, FILED MAY 21, 1969, MAP BOOK 59, PAGE 88, ALAMEDA COUNTY RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $565,550.00 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 32371 SHEFFIELD LANE UNION CITY, CA 94587 APN Number: 4750142-112-00 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. 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: 11-17-2010 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# 3818736 11/23/2010, 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1990908# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 100098473 Title Order No. 10-8-383517 Investor/ Insurer No. 1701985389 APN No. 092A-0775-061 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/28/2006. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by NICK ALLEN AND SARAH ALLEN, dated 08/28/2006 and recorded 09/05/06, as Instrument No. 2006336633, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 12/21/2010 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 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: 5427 MACDONALD AVENUE, NEWARK, CA, 94560. 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 $450,342.05. 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: 11/20/2010 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# FNMA3804079 11/23/2010, 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1990906# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 100096812 Title Order No. 10-8-377651 Investor/ Insurer No. 1705383656 APN No. 092A-1045080 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 STEVEN LOERA, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 10/25/2007 and recorded 10/31/07, as Instrument No. 2007380713, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, will sell on 12/21/2010 at 12:30PM, At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 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: 6276B CIVIC TERRACE AVENUE, NEWARK, CA, 94560. 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 $318,410.41. 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: 11/18/2010 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# FNMA3797955 11/23/2010, 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1990905# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA09-256142-PJ Order #: 102355 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/12/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. 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): SUNG HEE HUH, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 7/25/2006 as Instrument No. 2006286208 in book XXX, page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/17/2010 at 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $362,213.89 The purported property address is: 39965 PARADA ST #C NEWARK, CA 94560 Assessor’s Parcel No. 901-0193-020-00 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. 7301 Baymeadows Way Jacksonville FL 32256 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: 11/23/10 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: 619645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. ASAP# 3817531 11/23/2010, 11/30/2010, 12/07/2010 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1990904# Trustee Sale No.: 20100169810838 Title Order No.: 559250 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/ 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. NDex West, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/15/2007 as Instrument No. 2007301092 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California. Executed By: Edward M. Gallagher And Sunshine M. Gallagher, 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: 12/20/2010 Time of Sale: 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA. Street Address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5567 Magnolia Terrace, Fremont, California 94538 APN#: 531-0040-113-00 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 $250,304.70. 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: Priority Posting & Publishing, Inc. 17501 Irvine Blvd., Suite One Tustin, CA 92780 714573-1965 www.priorityposting.com NDex West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 11/28/2010 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. P770353 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/2010 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1990033# TS #: CA-10-378466-AB Order #: 4510568 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/27/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of

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PUBLIC NOTICES 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): HORACIO GUTIERREZ AND YAJAIRA CUEVAS HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 7/7/2005 as Instrument No. 2005281625 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/21/2010 at 12:00:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Fallon St. emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St. Oakland, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $354,100.69 The purported property address is: 32030 ARYA COURT UNION CITY, CA 94587 Assessor’s Parcel No. 483-0073-174 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 Nationstar Mortgage LLC 350 Highland Drive Lewisville TX 75067 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San

Letter to the Editor The news that a Whole Foods store might replace the Barnes & Noble bookstore in the Fremont Hub fills me with a sense of melancholy. Don’t get me wrong; having a child with allergies, I have been making the trek across to the Palo Alto store regularly, and my family is a fan of the large variety of organic foods the store stocks. And Whole Foods is certainly a desperately needed sign of upward mobility for this sleepy town, especially if you’re Indian-American and have to deal with the patronizing sneers of your peers across the bay. But replacing food for thought with, well, just food is also a sign of the times. When I arrived in Fremont over a decade ago, the NewPark Mall in neighboring Newark was a favorite destination

Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. 11/30, 12/7, 12/14/10 CNS-1988301# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 129572502 APN: 087-0036-145 TRA: 15064 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx6321 REF: Hartwell, Ronald IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED December 14, 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 December 13, 2010, at 12:00pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded December 27, 2007, as Inst. No. 2007432140 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, executed by Ronald D Hartwell An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the steps to the entrance of the county courthouse 1225 Fallon Street Oakland, 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: 710 Tamarack Dr Union City CA 94587-1439 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: $525,134.09. 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. This California Declaration is made pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54 and is to be included with the Notice of Sale. I, Jaimee Gonzales, of Wachovia Mortgage, FSB (‘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 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 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: 7/22/09 Name

of Signor: Jaimee Gonzales Title and/or Position: Vice President For sales information: Mon-Fri 9: 00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: November 22, 2010. (R-353908 11/23/10, 11/30/10, 12/07/10) 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1983828# NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 129524402 APN: 087-0007-065 TRA: 15011 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx3418 REF: Abaa, Dino G IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED June 27, 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 December 13, 2010, at 12:00pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded July 07, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005281283 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of California, executed by Abaa Family Trust, A Trust, Dated September 15,1992, With Dino G. Abaa & Nenita J. Abaa Acting As Initial Trustee For Abaa Family Trust, 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 steps to the entrance of the county courthouse 1225 Fallon Street Oakland, 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: 35005 Perry Rd Union City CA 94587-6229 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: $425,533.88. 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. This California Declaration is made pursuant to California Civil Code Section 2923.54 and is to be included with the Notice of Sale. I, Jaimee Gonzales, of Wachovia Mortgage, FSB (‘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 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 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: 7/22/09 Name of Signor: Jaimee Gonzales Title and/or Position: Vice President For sales information: Mon-Fri 9: 00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: November 22, 2010. (R-353883 11/23/10, 11/30/10, 12/07/10) 11/23, 11/30, 12/7/10 CNS-1983653#

Food for Thought for me and my young son. The toy store was an attraction, sure, but if I recall correctly, there were also two bookstores spread across the sprawling space. For a new immigrant coming to an unknown town, it was a reassuring indication that my future home was filled with fellow bibliophiles. I don’t think I ever made a trip to the mall without returning with a handful of picture books and novels. Alas, those stores have vanished much too quickly, falling under the dual onslaught of cheap online retailers and the decline of print. Dollar stores have cropped up in their place, plastic-y symbols of the economic recession. But the B&N bookstore has held on despite competition from another bookstore right across the

street. I remember several lastminute dashes to pick up birthday and Christmas gifts. Meetings with friends would be set for the coffee shop next door, but invariably one’s feet would wander into the aisles of bargain books, and minutes would be spent browsing through the shelves of cookbooks and romance novels. In my 40s, I think I belong to last generation that truly loves the feel of a book; the rustle of the pages, the smell of printer’s ink, the heft and weight of a book on my quilt-covered stomach on a rainy winter’s day. To this day, if I find myself at a loose end, there’s no other place I’d rather be than a bookstore, hoping to discover a new series of thrillers, or stumbling upon the latest No.1 Ladies

Detective Agency novel. I hope I’ve communicated that love of reading to my children. Many a lazy Saturday morning has been spent sprawled in the children’s section of local bookstores, introducing them to the wonderful imaginations of Maurice Sendak and James Stevenson. But these sanctuaries of the printed word are fast disappearing, along with newspapers and magazines. My children’s children will probably never know anything but digital media, preferring backlit text in unyielding electronic slabs to pliable paper. But that’s not my real concern. What I worry about is the message the loss of these bookstores is sending the next generation; that, as a community, we value upscale

produce over intellectual stimulation. In an era of corporate media and reality TV, erudition is already deemed to be elite; politicians tout their shallow understanding as representative of their constituencies; gut instincts and strong convictions seem to trump bookish learning and Ivy-league educations. We may not be burning our books like in “Fahrenheit 451”, but the slow extinction is even more insidious, because it is gradual and cloaked in a sense of inevitability. This is not to put down progress, but, without a book, how I am I going to occupy myself while sipping my cup of organic tea in the Whole Foods café? By Vidya Pradhan Fremont

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Festival of Trees A brightly decorated forest has appeared at the Milpitas City Hall; a host of sponsors have provided this eclectic mix of trees and wreaths for holiday cheer and fundraising. As a benefit for The Milpitas Parks and Recreation Foundation Grant and Scholarship Fund, proceeds from a Gala and Silent Auction scheduled for Thursday, December 9th will support residents participating in sports and music programs. Eric Wright (49er and four-time Super Bowl Champion) will give a keynote speech and Ms. Lissa Kreisler of KBAY FM will Emcee the Gala. Milpitas Festival of Trees Gala Thursday, Dec 9 5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. City Hall Rotunda 455 E. Calaveras Blvd. Milpitas (408) 320-7026 www.milpitasfoundation.org Tree viewing 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. City Hall Rotunda

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important events that occur during the cycle of life in our community. In order to give a broad and fair opportunity for all citizens to be recognized, a basic listing is offered at no cost. Such announcements may include births, deaths, marriages, anniversaries, bar/bat

mitzvah, Quinceañera, etc. Many cultures celebrate different milestones in life and this list will be as inclusive as possible. Due to space limitations, only a brief announcement is possible without charge. Those who decide to publish more extensive information and/or a picture may do so at

low prevailing rates – as low as $35 - on this page. Although every attempt will be made to include announcements in a timely manner, since TCV is published weekly, submissions received after Friday of the week preceding a distribution date may not be published until a later issue.

Obituaries Please contact TCV at (510) 494-1999 or email tricityvoice@aol.com for submissions or further information. Free listings are limited to residents and families of the

Greater Tri-City Area.

Obituaries Lucille Brown RESIDENT OF FREMONT September 8, 1916 – December 2, 2010

Scott A. Mitchell RESIDENT OF FREMONT March 15, 1967 – November 29, 2010

Anthony “Tony” Bettencourt RESIDENT OF FREMONT January 13, 1916 – December 1, 2010

Gene A. Erickson RESIDENT OF NEWARK March 31, 1925 – December 2, 2010

James Don Tygerson RESIDENT OF FREMONT October 22, 1926 – December 2, 2010

Alvirda Hyman RESIDENT OF FREMONT June 24, 1919 – December 04, 2010

Nuncia M. Torres RESIDENT OF UNION CITY November 1, 1922 – November 18, 2010

June DuCoty RESIDENT OF FREMONT May 27, 1920 – November 18, 2010

Olivia S. Perez RESIDENT OF FREMONT March 29, 1919 – November 19, 2010

Bob B. Polehla RESIDENT OF FREMONT September 15, 1932 – November 22, 2010

Glenn J. Wilson RESIDENT OF FREMONT February 5, 1934 – November 23, 2010

Jean Carrillo RESIDENT OF FREMONT November 15, 1926 – November 24, 2010

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Obituary Alvirda Hyman June 24, 1919 - December 04, 2010 Alvirda Hyman, wife of Fremont Bank founder, Morris Hyman, passed away on Saturday, December 04, 2010 at the age of 91 of

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A home for the holidays J. Sanchez, the newest recruit in the California Army National Guard. Sanchez and other recruits like him not only have a home now, but have become part of something even greater. “We’re changing lives at the National Guard GED Plus Program,” said Causby. “It’s not unusual for us to be a source of refuge for young adults facing hardship, adverse conditions or dangerous situations. Many times, we have coordinated to get family members or our recruits off the streets and into better living situations. The day they graduate they become a part of a huge family, the National Guard family, and we take care of our family.” Sanchez said he’s got big plans. “It’s good to know that I have a bright future ahead of me. Right now, I just really want to support myself.” For more information call 1800-GoGuard or visit nationalguard.com.

FY 2011-12 retirement costs for sworn police officers and all other employees are set to increase by 2.6 percent and 1.5 percent, respectively, because CalPERS needs to recoup losses incurred during the economic downturn. This equates to an additional $245,000. These costs will rise in subsequent years with a four-year cumulative impact of $1.045M. After 18 years, Union Sanitary District will make its final, annual payment of $500,000 to the city in June 2011 for FY 2011-12. An American Recovery and Reinvestment Act three-year grant funds a sergeant and three police officers and requires the city to assume responsibility in the fourth year in the amount of $739,000, commencing FY 2012-13 (Measure AA’s second year). According to official sources, economic recovery is likely to be slow and painful with unemployment remaining at current rates before falling to high single-digits for several years. A lack of consumer confidence, subdued real estate market, foreclosures and

downwards reassessment of property values will continue to dampen property tax income, the city’s largest revenue source. The bi-annual FY 2009-11 Budget was reduced by $6M ($3.9M for FY 2009-10; $2.1M for FY 2010-11). The city eliminated 32 positions in the current and previous fiscal years and has reduced or terminated services, supplies, contracts and capital purchases totaling $563,000, such as the police computer lease, police team building and training and safety consulting and training. Staff and Council will review previous reductions when setting the bi-annual budget for FY 2011-12 and FY 2012-13. Measure AA is a short-term, revenue-enhancement solution to prevent severe cuts to essential public services. Without it, further budget reductions are likely to impact public safety and jeopardize the quality of life in Union City. The additional sales tax revenue and current spending cuts will help the city maintain existing services and begin to restore some of those which have been lost.

AP WIRE SERVICE SWISSVALE, Pa. (AP), Nov 23 - A Pittsburgh-area school district is promising to discipline some junior high students who got so rowdy their bus driver made an unscheduled stop at a police station to quiet them down. Woodland Hills School District spokeswoman Maria McCool says the incident happened Friday when the driver for A.J. Myers and Sons was taking students home from an after-school activity about 5 p.m. McCool says the driver stopped at the Swissvale police station, where an officer quieted the students. Some students opted to walk home from the station but McCool says no students were ejected from the bus and all were offered rides home or were given the option of calling their parents. McCool says the district is still trying to determine how many students were involved and how they’ll be disciplined.

natural causes. Born in Bayou Lafourche, Louisiana, she moved with her husband to California following WWII. Together they had very little - but with encouragement, a little financial support, and tremendous love, Alvirda and Morris created and led Fremont Bank to become a leading institution in community banking and mortgage lending. Today, Fremont Bank has over $2.4 Billion in assets and serves the greater East Bay area with 19 branch offices. Alvirda was also instrumental in creating the Fremont Bank Foundation, whose grants have been used to help create the Fremont Bank Aqua Adventures Water Park, the Morris and Alvirda Hyman School for Business and Technology at Ohlone College, the Alvirda Hyman Center for Learning at the Fremont Adult School, as well as a recent large grant to Washington Hospital of $1.5 Million for the construction of new Emergency and Intensive Care facilities. Numerous other grants by the Fremont Bank Foundation include the areas of health and human services, education, and the arts. Her personal volunteer services included being a founder of the Candle Lighters Ghost House in Fremont which celebrated its 40th Anniversary and has contributed in excess of $500,000 to charitable causes. She was also an active member of the Child Welfare League, the Philanthropic Educational Organization, and the Niles Congregational Church. As part of a highly politically active couple in the 1960’s, Alvirda campaigned heavily for the election of Edmund Brown, Sr. and attended the 1968 Democratic Convention, where Morris served as a voting delegate. The Hyman’s were also guests of the Inaugural Ball for President Jimmy Carter. Alvirda was an avid golfer and cook, while also enjoying wine, travel, and friendships. Past memberships included Presidio Golf Club, Castlewood Country Club, and Monterey Peninsula Country Club. Alvirda Hyman is survived by her three children, Hattie Marie Hyman- Hughes of Fremont, Alan Hyman of Diablo, and Howard Hyman of Pebble Beach, California; five grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren/ A public visitation with the family will be held on Wednesday, December 8, 2010 from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Berge Pappas Smith - Chapel of the Angels, 40862 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA. Services for family and close friends (limited space) will be held at Niles Congregational Church, 255 H Street, Fremont, CA at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 9, 2010. Contributions to Niles Congregational Church or the Fremont Unified School District for Alvirda Hyman Center for Learning 39150 Fremont Blvd, Fremont, CA 94538 in lieu of flowers are appreciated. BERGE-PAPPAS-SMITH CHAPEL OF THE ANGELS 510-656-1226

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experience. Pictures, as the cliché goes, speak for themselves, but to write about the work is a daunting task. Yes, I did ask all the artists in the show to exhibit their work with the intention that they all show together, yet what I did not expect however, was the synergy resulting from the juxtaposition of these fine talented artists having such a transformative impact on my perceptions of the meaning of life.” On Saturday, December 11 from 3 p.m. - 6p.m., four of the five artists will be on hand to discuss their work with the public. Their photographs will be available for interested buyers, and refreshments will be served. The reception is free of charge. Geir encourages families with children to attend. He feels it will be an amazing learning experience, fostering many teachable moments. Five photographers, including 1987 Pulitzer Prize winner Kim Komenich, will display their works. Kim is a professor of journalism at San Jose State University. His photos depict the fall of the Marcos’ regime in the Philippines. He is known for his worldwide travel and photography books, and most recently has been in the local news because he prevented a bank robbery. He is the only photographer who will not be on hand at the reception, due to a trip to the Philippines. Karna Kurata’s photographs, which are passionate and dramatic visual displays of Mongolian Nomads, will be available for viewing. Their road to survival is in herding their animals. Many of these families are transitioning into the larger cities so their children can receive an education. A photographer with a fascinating subject, the plight of the Uyghurs sect in China, is Aphra Pia. The Chinese government, while desperately trying to preserve their culture, currently eradicates this group of people. Aphra writes, “The intrigue of the Silk Road has captured my imagination for many years. By serendipity, a photography trip to the far western corner of China coincided with an up rising of the Uyghurs, a population of Turkic non-Chinese people who have lived for thousands of years in a region they refer to as East Turkestan. These tenacious people were unknown to me and most of the Western world. My photographs show current conditions of the Uyghur people who are still living there, which have withstood generations of challenge.”

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One of the poorest nations in the world, Burkina Faso in Africa is the setting for David Pace’s photos, which examine the lives of the Vereda tribe as they quarry bricks to construct homes. David states, “Karaba is a rural village in the southwestern corner of the small West African country of Burkina Faso. It is a poor agricultural community, without electricity or running water. Outside the village, a short distance of the dusty main road is a

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quarry where men carve bricks from solid stone using picks and shovels. The Karaba bricks are loaded into wagons and taken to a nearby village. They are the basic building blocks for the homes, buildings, and walls that structure the community.” Rick Rocamora who has been actively involved in providing recognition for Filipino World War II veterans surmises, “I hope that my work will remind future generations of Filipinos and Americans that Filipino World War II veterans were unjustly treated by the country they served with honor and blood. Without full equity, they will remain American second-class veterans.” This show is meant to be an allencompassing experience. Geir is hoping you will set aside some time, enjoy the photos and read the texts on the wall while interacting with the artists. It is guaranteed to teach you something new and different not only about other countries, but also about our own culturally diverse community. Cultures in Transition: 5Views of Our World Closing Reception December 11 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. 1099 E St., Hayward (510) 881-6721 www.photocentral.org Gallery Hours: Monday: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday: 10 a.m. -1 p.m. Saturday: 12 Noon - 3 p.m.

Mission San Jose High School in Fremont is offering a bright and cheery holiday confection: Irving Berlin’s musical Valentine to the Christmas Spirit, White Christmas. This is the stage version of the movie classic, starring Bing Crosby, Rosemary Clooney, Danny Kaye and Vera Lynn. It’s been recreated with brilliant, 1950’s style costumes, Monica Kraft’s live orchestra and a cast and crew of over 50. Together they offer a romp that’s both funny and heartwarming. The story is set in 1954. Karthik Raman and Jonathan Barouch, two ex-GI’s (now a nightclub buddy-act) meet a very attractive sister act: Lizzy Bode and Amy Mendonca. They follow the girls to their next job at a quaint New England Inn, which promises oodles of snow, sleigh bells and cider for a perfect, Christmas card holiday. Instead they find a heat wave in Vermont, and an inn on the verge of bankruptcy. Worse, that inn is owned by the stern but fatherly general, played by Erik Scilley, who pulled the boys through WW2. The general has no idea that his quirky but lovable housekeeper (Shivani Ariathurai) has been hiding huge stacks of unpaid bills that arrive in each day’s mail in a misguided effort

to save what’s left of his pride. The show people enlist the help of his precocious granddaughter, played by the irrepressible Stephanie Hom and a cast of 24 show biz volunteers as old Army pals try to save the General’s livelihood by publicizing and putting on a Broad-

way variety show in five days. I can tell you from personal experience. It can be done, but it AIN’T easy. The show is funny, with some great moments delivered by Jonathan Barouche and Lizzie Bode as Phil and Judy. It is brimming with some of Irving Berlin’s greatest hits, including “Happy Holidays”, “White Christmas”, and the show-stopping “Sisters” which had the audience laughing so loudly they were rocking in their seats. Other highlights of the show included Karthik Raman ‘s clear, warm voiced rendition of “Blue Skies” beautifully set off by Justin Isla’s Fred Astairereminiscent, 1950’s style choreography and a fabulous looking chorus, all clad in white tuxedos. Between numbers there were lots of fun bits from a supporting cast ranging from the bucolic Ezekiel (Hank

Huang) to the bubbly (and leggy) blonde “Buy Oxydol” Twins (Marie Anderson and Noa Kretchmer). This is a show that’s unpolished. Theatre Director Anne Riley trains these kids by giving student directors real responsibilities, making key decisions in character interpretation, tech, costuming, lighting; the works. It’s an educational opportunity very few schools offer, so you won’t get a stage version that looks like the lifetime achievement of 50-year-old pros backed by state of the art equipment and limitless funding. Instead, every night and every performance is an adventure, with lots of unpredictable moments, but the show goes on, with tons of energy and vitality. When you greet the Season with White Christmas, you’ll be supporting a great school program and walk out with a big holiday grin on your face. White Christmas December 10, 16, 18 8 p.m. December 11 and 18 2 p.m. Mission San Jose High School Little Theatre 41717 Palm Avenue, Fremont (510) 668-6077 up.msjhs@gmail.com General Admission: $12 Seniors/children under 12: $10 On-line tickets at www.msjpups.org