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BY MAURICIO SEGURA Like the iconic Charlie Chaplin and slap-stick genius Buster Keaton, Broncho Billy Anderson is a symbol of the silent film era. But more importantly for this area's cinematic history, he was also co-founder of Essanay Studios. A moment in the life, which as Paul Harvey would say, is ‘the rest of the story.’ His legacy lives on in the annual Broncho Billy Silent Film Festival, celebrating its 15th anniversary this week. Born in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1880, Gilbert M. Anderson was the sixth child of a middleclass Jewish family. By age 18, his dreams of entertainment stardom led him to a vaudeville career in New York City. continued on page 19

SUBMITTED BY DIANE LEYS "From the Flame," an exhibit featuring the work of nine Califor-

torch and kilns to produce his/her work. With this technique the artist can achieve a finer level of detail.

“Leaves and Transom” pate de verre and fused glass by Susan Longini

experiment and test the boundaries of glass. While working with cast-glass, artist Michele Burr began to experiment with bronze, and salvaged bent, rusty, metal objects. Her resulting sculptures juxtapose a cast glass base, salvaged metal, and bronze female figures. Barbara Maricle’s Encaustic paintings utilize a technique dating back to the Greeks who used heated wax to caulk ship hulls. Pigmenting the wax allowed them to decorate their warships while making them more seaworthy. Maricle uses heated beeswax, pigment and resin to stir her imagination. She layers the Encaustic paint then inscribes and scrapes back surfaces exposing continued on page 18

Big Cat Tolefree

nia artists who utilize heat or flame in the creation of their work, will open at Olive Hyde Art Gallery on Friday, June 22 with a reception from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and run through July 21. Looking for a different twist on exhibits, curator Sandra Hemsworth has selected artists whose inventions transform fire, heat, glass, wax or clay into unique works of art. Creating and decorating an art piece from glass can be accomplished in many ways. Using hand tools, metal rods and molten glass, a glassblower works at a furnace to blow and shape a form in glass. In flame-worked glass the artist uses rods and tubes of glass with hand tools, a

Cast glass, another technique, is done with a torch or in a kiln. The artist makes a mold which is then filled with glass. Large sculptures are typically created using this method. Pate de verre, a method dating back to the ancient Egyptians, involves making a paste of glass using frits and powders and placing them in a mold which is then fired in a kiln. With work held in public and private collections, Bay Area artists Susan Longini, Dean Bensen, Kathy Elliot, and Demetra Theofanous continue to

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ummer concerts return to Fremont’s Central Park June 28 against the scenic backdrop of beautiful Lake Elizabeth. Concerts are held Thursdays (no concert July 5) through August 9 and feature a variety of musical genres from R&B and soul to the best of rock ‘n roll. continued on page 31

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“Figs” by Kathleen Elliot

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Join Washington Hospital for Family-Friendly Music and Kids Activities

remont’s Central Park Health Clinic staff members will will come alive with be conducting free blood pressure the sound of music screenings. The W.O.W. van is a when the Central Park 36-foot mobile clinic that travels Summer Concert Series at Lake throughout the Tri-City area proElizabeth kicks off on Thursviding health services for children, day, June 28. Washington Hosadults and seniors. To learn more pital is the main sponsor of this about the W.O.W. van’s normal year’s concert series and the service schedule, visit event promises something fun www.whhs.com/wow or call (510) for everyone. The series will 608-3203 for more details. feature family-friendly music Staff members from the Washand the popular Kids Fun ington Women’s Center will also Zone, complete with arts and be on hand to provide information crafts, bounce house and interabout health screenings, massage active games. Each concert is and diagnostic and educational free and open to the public. programs tailored to meet a This year the concert series will woman’s needs. The Women’s feature Chaka’s MMM Sauce Center is located 2500 Mowry specialty barbecue to purchase. Ave., Suite 150 (Washington West) Concert-goers may also bring Washington Hospital is the main sponsor of this year’s Central Park Summer Concert Series. Washington Hospital will stage a fun in Fremont. For more information, and interactive information booth each week featuring a variety of programs and services. Attendees are welcome to grab some free visit www.whhs.com/womenscentheir own food. East Bay Mudd will headline popcorn and enjoy a spin of our prize wheel. ter or call (510) 608-1301. and enjoy a spin of our prize wheel. Durand top-notch medical programs. Hospithe first concert and the big horn band Come and Say Hello! ing the concert’s intermissions, one of the tal representatives from several departwill play a popular R&B hits. (See below Over the six-week concert series, staff members of the Washington Township ments will be available during the concert members from a range of departments infor upcoming dates and a complete list of series to advise members of the commubands.) All of the concerts will be held on Health Care District Board of Directors cluding the Washington Maternal/Child will make an appearance to thank and adnity about specific medical services, Thursdays at Central Park’s Performance Education Center, Washington Outpatient dress the audience. classes, and resources that are accessible Pavilion over a six-week period, from 6 to Imaging Center, Washington Outpatient Learn About throughout the Washington Hospital 8 p.m. (note new concert time) Diabetes Center, Washington Hospital Washington Hospital Services Healthcare System. Free Popcorn and Prizes Service League and the Washington HosPeople attending the festival are enWashington On Wheels Washington Hospital will stage an inpital Green Team will be on hand to an(W.O.W.) Mobile Health Clinic formation booth each week featuring a va- couraged to stop by and visit the Washswer questions. ington Hospital booth to learn more During several of the concerts, Washriety of programs and services. Attendees continued on page 5 about the Hospital’s community services ington On Wheels (W.O.W.) Mobile are welcome to grab some free popcorn

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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Healthy Nutrition for Your Heart

Do You Have Sinus Problems?

New Techniques to Treat Back Pain

Diabetes Health Fair 2011: Living Well with Diabetes: Marvelous Meals in Overcoming Challenges Minutes

Cancer Caregivers: Mobilizing Resources Men's Health Expo 2011

Women's Health Conference: Weight Management

Washington Women's Center: Cancer Genetic Counseling

Vitamins and Supplements - How Useful Are They?

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting June 13th, 2012

Washington Women's Center: Heart Healthy Foods

Women's Health Conference: Chronic Pain Management

Diabetes Matters: Key To A Healthy Heart with Diabetes

Women's Health Conference: Pain and Rehabilitation Voices InHealth: New Surgical Options for Breast Cancer Treatment

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Diabetes Matters: Key To A Healthy Heart with Diabetes

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Superbugs: Are We Winning the Germ War?

Diabetes Matters: Key To A Healthy Heart with Diabetes

Raising Awareness About Stroke

Learning How to Prevent and Live with Congestive Heart Failure

Healthy Nutrition for Your Heart

Treatment Options for Knee Problems

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Heart Irregularities

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Voices InHealth: The Legacy Strength Training System Minimally Invasive Surgery for Lower Back Disorders Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting June 13th, 2012

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Community Based Senior Supportive Services

Raising Awareness About Stroke

Cataracts and Diabetic Eye Conditions

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting June 13th, 2012

Diabetes Matters: Manage Your Diabetes SMART Goal Setting Caring for an Older Adult: Everything You Need to Know about Caregiving How to Maintain a Healthy Weight: Good Nutrition is Key

Community Based Senior Supportive Services

The Weight to Success Get Back On Your Feet: New Treatment Options for Diabetes Matters: Manage Ankle Conditions

Living with Heart Failure

Your Diabetes SMART Goal Setting

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Wound Care Update

What Are Your Vital Signs Telling You?

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Voices InHealth: Bras for Body & Soul

World Kidney Day Treating Infection: Learn About Sepsis

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Do You Have Sinus Problems? Diabetes Matters: Manage Your Diabetes SMART Goal Setting

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Voices InHealth: New Surgical Options for Breast Cancer Treatment

Diabetes Matters: Key To A Healthy Heart with Diabetes Wound Care Update Inside Washington Hospital: Patient Safety

Voices InHealth: The Legacy Strength Training System

Personal Emergency Preparedness Training

What Are Your Vital Signs Telling You? Osteoporosis Update: Learn About Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Vitamins and Supplements How Useful Are They?

Influenza and Other Contagious Respiratory Conditions

Diabetes Matters: Key To A Healthy Heart with Diabetes Tips to Making Your Golden Years Healthier Voices InHealth: Update on the Journey to Magnet Status

Inside Washington Hospital: Stroke Response Team

Strengthen Your Back! Learn to Improve Your Back Fitness

Diabetes Health Fair 2011: Positivity - A Positive Approach to Managing Learning How to Prevent Diabetes and Live with Congestive Heart Failure Diabetes Health Fair 2011: Marvelous Meals in Minutes

Do You Have Sinus Problems?

Learn Exercises to Help Get Back On Your Feet: Lower Your Blood Pressure New Treatment Options and Slow Your Heart Rate for Ankle Conditions

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Scholarships Aid Students' Quest Toward Careers in Health Care

M Experts Talk About Stroke and Its Risk Factors It’s hard to know whether you’re at risk for something when there are no outward signs. Stroke is a good example. Also known as a “brain attack,” stroke has many risk factors you wouldn’t know about unless you go to the doctor to get them checked out. Dr. Ash Jain, medical director of Washington Hospital’s Stroke Program, says it’s vitally important for community members to take some time to learn about stroke and how they can address risk factors like high blood pressures and diabetes. “I want people to know that it’s not just their own lives they could save by learning more about stroke,” Dr. Jain says. “By attending the free Stroke

any young people set their sights on a career in health care, but it can be a long and expensive road to reach their destination. To help students who are planning to enter the health care field, Washington Hospital's volunteer organization, the Service League, grants annual health career scholarships in the honor of some of the league's founding members. Each year, two health career scholarships are awarded to graduating high school seniors and/or college students who reside in Washington Township

Washington Hospital student volunteers Becky Hui (left) and John Doner (far right) have both been awarded health career scholarships by the Washington Hospital Service League. They are congratulated by Sharon Stagg,Washington Hospital Service League President. Hui plans to attend U.C. Irvine this fall and Doner will attend the University of Pennsylvania.

Scholarship recipient Nicole Bonilla plans to attend U.C. Davis this fall.

It’s important to know that stroke warning symptoms are the signs of an emergency. For every minute that brain cells are deprived of oxygen during a stroke, brain damage increases. Call 9-1-1 immediately if you suspect that you or a family member is having a stroke. To learn more about the risk factors for stroke, attend the upcoming Stroke Education Series at Washington Hospital on Tuesday, July 3. The free seminar will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Conrad E. Anderson M.D. Auditorium, located at 2500 Mowry Avenue in Fremont. Visit www.whhs.com/stroke for more details.

Education Series, they will learn information that could save a family member.” Dr. Jain characterizes stroke as a “devastating” disease that a majority of patients don’t see coming until it’s too late. “Washington Hospital is a Primary Stroke Center certified by The Joint Commission and the American Stroke Association, which means that we have the most advanced tools available for the acute management of stroke,” Dr. Jain says. “However, I like to catch people before they have a stroke and make sure that they take the initiative and learn about the disease and their own risk factors.” A Silent Killer Ischemic strokes, which account for 90 percent of all stroke cases, occur when a blood clot travels to the brain and cuts off vital oxygen and nutrients that keep brain cells alive. “After brain cells die, there is no regenerating them,” Dr. Jain points out. “What we want to do is treat the patient as fast as possible to prevent further damage. The sooner patients arrive in the hospital, the more effectively we can reopen the blood vessels and improve their outcomes.” The challenge is that most of the time risk factors like the ones that will be addressed in the upcoming seminar don’t have any symptoms, which means they can go undetected unless you go to the doctor for regular checkups. “Stroke is often called a silent killer because risk factors like hypertension don’t have any obvious symptoms,” according to Dr. Jain. “But even if there are no symptoms, that doesn’t mean the problem doesn’t need to be addressed.” As a result, it is the community members’ responsibility to learn about stroke, it’s risk factors, and signs that someone is having a stroke so that they can take appropriate action. “If a stroke does occur, we want to make sure that everyone in the family recognizes the symptoms and that they don’t delay in seeking immediate emergency medical attention.” Know When to Act FAST Doug Van Houten, R.N., says he likes to make things easy when talking about stroke, a disease that remains a top ten killer in the United States and is the leading cause of long-term disability. “My goal now is to try to make it as simple as I can when I talk to people about stroke and really focus on “Think FAST,” he says. “People can remember that, and that’s what’s important in an emergency.” continued on page 5

Health Care District and are pursuing studies in a health-related field. These scholarships are renewable for up to four years. This year, two one-time scholarships have been awarded as well. The recipients of the 2012 Health Career Scholarships are: Stacey Yi A student of Irvington High School in Fremont, Stacey plans to attend Rice University in Houston, Texas to study biochemistry and cell biology. She would like to pursue pediatric oncology and palliative care. Stacey volunteered as a newborn photographer at Washington Hospital and also participated in the Medical Explorer program. She was awarded the “Josephine

Walton” Yearly Scholarship which is renewable for three additional years. Becky Hui A student at James Logan High School in Union City, Becky plans to attend the University of California, Irvine to major in nursing. Becky has volunteered at the Washington Hospital lobby desk, in the hospital gift shop, and as a newborn photographer. In total, she volunteered more than 250 hours. Becky was awarded the “Katherine Fusco” Yearly Scholarship which is renewable for three additional years. “If you ever find yourself feeling hopeless and discouraged about the future of our society, spend time talking with the applicants for our Service League scholarships,” says Jeannie Yee, first vice president of the Washington Hospital Service League Board of Directors. “You will meet incredible students who will inspire you with their dedication, maturity, diligence and compassionate hearts. What a privilege it is to play a small role in helping them to achieve their dreams and career goals!” Nicole Bonilla Nicole is a student at James Logan High School and she plans to attend the University of California, Davis to major in biomedical engineering. Her

career goal is to become a pediatrician. She has volunteered as a newborn photographer at Washington Hospital. Nicole was awarded the “Anna Elola” Health Career Scholarship which is a one-time award. John Doner John is a student at Irvington High School and plans to attend the University of Pennsylvania to major in nursing. John has volunteered in the Critical Care/Intensive Care Unit at Washington Hospital. He was awarded the “Rose Burgess” Health Career Scholarship which is a one-time award. Congratulations to this year’s Washington Hospital Service League Health Career Scholarship winners!

Learn More About Volunteering at Your Community Hospital To learn more about volunteering and scholarship opportunities for adults and students, visit www.whhs.com and click on “Giving and Volunteering.”

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Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn about the Washington Hospital Health Insurance Information Service and the resources available at

the Washington Hospital Community Health Resource Library. Attendees are more than welcome to say hello and meet our friendly staff.

Summer Concert Series Schedule June 28 6 – 8 p.m. East Bay Mudd (Big Horn Band – R&B Hits) (No Concert on July 5) July 12 6 - 8 p.m. Petty Theft (Tom Petty Tribute Band) July 19 6 - 8 p.m. Juke Box Heroes (Decades of Billboard Hits) July 26 6 - 8 p.m. Big Cat Tolefree (New Flava Blues & Soul)

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FAST is an acronym for how to identify stroke and what to do about it: • F stands for Face. When you ask the person to smile, does his or her face droop on one side? • A stands for Arms. When you ask the person to raise both arms, does one arm drift downward? • S stands for Speech. When you ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, do they slur or sound unusual? • T stands for Time. If you see any of these signs, call 9-1-1 immediately. “When I go to events in the community and ask people if they know the signs of stroke,

Aug. 2 6 - 8 p.m. Georgi and the Rough Week (Blues with a Rock Flair) Aug. 9 6 - 8 p.m. The Houserockers (Rock n Roll Favorites) The Performance Pavilion is located in Central Park (Lake Elizabeth) near the Fremont Community Center, 40204 Paseo Padre Parkway. For more information about the Summer Concert Series, please contact the City of Fremont Park and Recreation Department at (510) 494-4300 or go to www.fremont.gov/Concerts.

they’ll say, “Pain in the left arm? Shortness of breath?” Van Houten says. “I tell them to remember face, arms, speech. I’m really hoping to get people to remember this.” Even if you don’t think you’re at risk for stroke, Van Houten says it’s still important to learn more about it. “I tell people to learn these things for your family and your friends,” he says. “Most times if you’re having a stroke, you’re impaired and you can’t make that call. You have to have your family pick this up. If you learn it and someone is having symptoms, you’ll be able to help save them by calling 9-1-1.” “I’m starting to have more people say to me, ‘I called 9-1-1 even though they didn’t want me to.’ That’s a funny thing about stroke is that people don’t want to make a big to-do about it. They say, ‘I’ll call the doctor tomorrow,’ or ‘I’ll take a nap.’’” Van Houten adds that delaying is one of the worst things you can do in the case of stroke. “Time really does matter,” he states. “Consider FAST a quick tool in your first aid kit of knowledge. In as little as 30 seconds you’ll know with 80 percent ac-

curacy and what to do in case of stroke, which is call 9-11 as quick as you can.” High Marks For the second year in a row, Washington Hospital is a FiveStar recipient for Stroke Care. Washington Hospital was also named a recipient of the 2012 HealthGrades Stroke Care Excellence Award and ranked among the top 5 percent in the nation for the treatment of stroke. These distinctions place Washington Hospital in an elite group of hospitals across the nation.

Learn More About Stroke Next Tuesday, July 3, Dr. Jain and Stroke Program Clinical Coordinator Doug Van Houten, R.N., will present a free overview of what stroke is, how to identify its signs and symptoms, how to determine risk, and why it’s so vitally important to call 9-1-1 if you suspect that you or a family member is having a stroke. The seminar will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium, at 2500 Mowry Avenue (Washington West) in Fremont.

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Tri-City Stargazer JUNE 27 – JULY 3, 2012 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: The archetypal battle in the sky is Power versus Social Justice versus the sovereign rights of the Individual. This is symbolic of the birth of the Aquarian Age. It is a quarrel that will last for much of this decade at multiple levels. If you pay attention, you will see it in the news, perhaps in your neighborhood or job, and also inside your own head. For example: You like to have control but that does not really seem fair to your family or other groups in your life. Meanwhile, you know that individuals need/want their freedom and it is not your “right” to remove it. Watch Congress for other examples of this war. Aries (March 21-April 20): You may become caught in the crosshairs of a major tug-of-war. One side wants control, and the other wants security. Both want you on their side, but you personally seek freedom and do not want to be a pawn. This story might also be internal: a battle of three sides within yourself. Taurus (April 21-May 20): Your ruling planet turns direct today. It may take a few days, but soon you will be ready to make a decision to move forward with your life. You have experienced a time of withdrawal. Meanwhile, you have been evaluating the next step. Sometimes, we need to pull inward and reflect, especially in matters of love. Gemini (May 21-June 20): You have a desire to reach outward to others. You want to share ideas and express yourself in a larger framework. Circumstances on the romantic front are favorable with one who shares intellectual interests. Activities involving teaching/learning are favored along with good aspects for travel. Cancer (June 21-July 21): Your plans and ideas may be challenged by another at this time. In order to

hold your own in this situation, you must have clarity about who you have become. Do your best to generate a win-win situation from the duel and avoid a frank battle of wills. Meanwhile, changes in your life direction are complicating everything. Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug 22): On the surface of your life, things could not be better. Aspects smile on your attitude and your social life. This is a fine time for a vacation or a weekend jaunt. There is a brew developing among coworkers or employees. Keep one eye on the developments. Virgo the Virgin (August 23September 22): Circumstances at your workplace or in your life direction have improved considerably. You have the satisfaction of knowing that your work in the background helped to make these favorable changes. You are not likely to toot your own whistle over it, but such is the nature of Virgo. Libra (September 23-October 22): Your ability as a negotiator or peacemaker may be called upon now in more ways than one. People all around you are frantic. You

can feel their pain even as you see them make mistakes. Hopefully, you can act as the one who can help others by reframing their situations or offering a fresh perspective. Scorpio (October 23-November 21): Drive and use tools with special care this week. You may be distracted and thus open for an accident. You are stretched like a wire, and it is important for you to take very good care of your physical and mental health. Watch your sharp tongue when dealing with family and co-workers. Sagittarius (November 22-December 21): This is a wonderful time for a vacation. All the aspects suggest “go” signals. Personal and social life will flow easily. If, instead, this energy is directed toward teaching or learning, you still have a glowing report. It is a fine time to connect deeply with your partner. Capricorn (December 22-January 19): The time is a study in the use of power. There are issues related to your home and/or family that are threatening change; you may feel out of control of your situation. Your significant other,

client, or partner demands security, regardless of cost. Things are happening quickly. Have faith in the ability of others to work through their problems. Aquarius (January 20-February 18): People around you, especially those in the workplace, may be caught up in crises. Offer empathy, but do not take over anyone else’s problem. It is far too complicated for your mental health. Issues in love life or with children may seem tiresome. You might prefer to be alone.

Pisces (February 19-March 20): Avoid allergens at this time. Your immune system is in a mild droop. You may be entertaining guests in your home during this period. Communication in all forms may be prominent. Steer clear of anything that looks like it is “too good to be true.” It is!

Are you interested in a personal horoscope? Vivian Carol may be reached at (704) 366-3777 for private psychotherapy or astrology appointments (fee required).

www.horoscopesbyvivian.com

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Free Career Strategy Forum to help job aeekers SUBMITTED BY RHEA SERRAN The Northern Silicon Valley Partnership (NSVP) will host the third annual Career Strategy Forum Thursday, June 28. This free event will teach new skills for career development, including how to use online networking to boost your job search. In addition to different workshops and networking opportunities throughout the morning, additional services will include a free one-on-one resume review with HR professionals, exhibitor booths, and job placement assistance. NSVP is a collaboration of four cities – Union City, Fremont, Hayward, and Newark – and the Alameda County Workforce Investment Board along with the East Bay Economic Development Alliance in the Northern part of Silicon Valley. These cities and organizations have joined together to share their resources and highlight the many advantages they offer for businesses to locate in the region: attractive lease rates, a

highly trained workforce, large and diverse business communities, close proximity to major freeways, rail, BART, ports, and airports, excellent quality of life, affordable housing, exceptional educational resources, and a broad range of business friendly services. The NSVP goal is to attract and retain businesses in our communities through joint sponsorship of events and other business-related programs. To register, visit www.fremont.gov/careerforumreg. For more information, please contact (510) 284-4029 or visit http://northernsiliconvalleypartnership.com. Free Career Strategy Forum Thursday, June 28 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Crown Plaza Hotel 32083 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 284-4029 http://northernsiliconvalleypartnership.com www.fremont.gov/careerforumreg

Volunteer, make a difference BY SIMON WONG The City of Hayward will host a Volunteer Open House at the City Hall Rotunda on June 27, 2012 at 5 p.m. Representatives from the city's boards, commissions, committees and task force will be available to speak with and answer questions from residents and business people interested in learning more about serving as commissioners, committee and task force members. “What makes the perfect volunteer?” has no definitive answer. Each body consists of people with different backgrounds, occupations, experiences and knowledge. This diverse range of perspectives and ideas, hopefully, represents the community and is essential for devising sensible and equitable solutions to complex problems that affect Hayward's citizens. Seriousness and the willingness to devote time are desirable. Each board, commission, committee and task force has its own workloads and some meet more frequently than others but, ultimately, each exists for the good of the City of Hayward and its residents. Appointees serve in an advisory capacity to City Council and must reside within the city limits and be registered voters. The City of Hayward invites applications from individuals for the following boards, commissions, committees and task force: Community Services Commission (no current vacancies); Council Economic Development Committee (no current vacancies); Downtown Business Improvement Area Advisory Board (2 vacancies, 1 potential vacancy); Keep Hayward Clean & Green Task Force (5 potential vacancies); Library Commission (1 potential vacancy);

News from New Haven Unified School District SUBMITTED BY RICK LA PLANTE Student Achievements: Logan High juniors Sarah Dahdouh and Deborah Witherspoon won the national championship in the Duo Interpretation category at the National Forensic League championships. “All 14 Logan students advanced to the octofinals (top 60), which means that everyone broke to outrounds, which is a very rare occurrence,” Coach Tommie Lindsey reported. Logan also won a School of Excellence award for the 20th year in a row. Former Logan High triple-jumper Ciarra Brewer recently qualified to represent the United States in the World Junior Track and Field Championships next month in Barcelona, Spain. Ciarra, a 2011 graduate now attending the University of Florida, jumped 42 feet, 9 inches to finish in second place, just three-quarters-of-an-inch behind the winner, in the U.S. Junior Championships in Indianapolis. Her effort marks the 21st time that a Logan athlete or coach has qualified or been named to represent the U.S. in an international competition, Coach Lee Webb reports.

Personnel Commission (1 potential vacancy); Planning Commission (2 potential vacancies). Applicants for the Downtown Business Improvement Area Advisory Board need not live in Hayward; however, they must own a business in the Downtown Business Improvement Area of Hayward and pay assessments. Should vacancies arise on the Council Economic Development Committee, applicants must reside in Hayward, own/operate a business in Hayward, be senior management at a corporate business in Hayward or be formally affiliated with and represent another entity or agency concerned with economic development in the city. Some of the commissions/committees/task force members may need to file a disclosure Statement of Economic Interests, Form 700. Interested individuals may obtain applications from the Office of the City Clerk, 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541, by calling (510) 583-4400 or by visiting the City’s website at www.hayward-ca.gov. The deadline for submitting applications is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July 18, 2012. Interviews with the City Council are scheduled for Tuesday, July 24, 2012. Applicants will be notified when interview times are confirmed. Volunteer Open House Wednesday, June 27 5 p.m. Hayward City Hall 777 B Street, Hayward (510) 583-4400 www.hayward-ca.gov

School Calendar: With New Haven teachers and administrators having voted to work and be paid for nine fewer days than during a normal school year – to help the District cope with a $12 million deficit caused by continuing state budget cuts – and with the association representing classified employees having reached a tentative agreement, the District has updated the student calendar for 2012-13. Pending approval of the budget by the Board of Education, the school year once again will be 175 days, five fewer than in 2010-11. All employees will sacrifice four additional work days and take a 1 percent salary reduction, assuming classified employees vote to ratify their tentative agreement. The first day of school will be Aug. 29 and the last day will be June 12. There will be no school Sept. 3 (Labor Day), Nov. 12 (Veterans Day), Nov. 19-23 (Thanksgiving Recess), Dec. 24-Jan. 4 (Winter Recess), Jan. 21 (Martin Luther King Day), Feb. 18 (Presidents Day), April 1-5 (Spring Recess) and May 27 (Memorial Day). The non-student budget-cut days are Oct. 19, Nov. 9, Jan. 18, Feb. 11, March 29 and May 24. There are six dates instead of five because teachers also are giving up their grading day, which would have been Oct. 19 for primary teachers (K-5 schools would have been closed, but 6-12 students would have been in school) and Jan. 18 for secondary teachers (6-12 schools would have been closed, but K-5 students would have been in school). Teachers also are giving up their two preparation days before the start of school and one day at the end; classified employees and administrators also are giving up four non-instructional days.

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Fremont Police Log SUBMITTED BY DET. WILLIAM VETERAN, FREMONT PD June 15 Residential Burglaries A residential burglary occurred on Hyde Park Drive, entry via bathroom window, unknown loss. A residential burglary occurred on White Birch Terrace, entry via unlocked sliding glass door, loss included cameras, laptops and passports. A residential burglary occurred on Chapel Way, entry via unlocked window, loss included jewelry. Officers were dispatched to Thornton Avenue & Fremont Boulevard on a report of a man and woman fighting. Officers located both parties and the male was arrested for domestic violence.

Union City Police Log SUBMITTED BY UNION CITY PD June 13 On Wednesday (6/13) at about 1:30 am, UCPD received several phone calls that shots had been heard in the area of Wal Mart. One homeowner reported that a bullet had struck their condominium on Flint Drive. Officers flooded the area but could locate no injured parties or additional evidence of a shooting. Investigators are examining parking lot footage from Wal Mart’s surveillance system in an effort to corroborate the incident. UCPD officers assisted the Oakland Housing Authority police in service of a search warrant on the 32400 block of Crest Lane. A marijuana grow was located in that residence and Housing Authority police are following up on suspect identifications. A residential burglary occurred on the 32700 block of Moccasin but was not reported until the following day. The point of entry was the front kitchen window, which had been lifted out of its track. The burglary occurred between 10:30 am and 4:30 pm. An IPAD and a flat screen TV were reported stolen. June 14 Additionally, an officer on routine patrol in the area of Osprey and Quarry Lakes at about 11:27 pm observed a 1987 Ford Mustang “spinning doughnuts” in a reckless manner in the middle of the intersection. The officer made an enforcement stop and found that the driver also had an arrest warrant for similar activity. The officer arrested the driver for reckless driving, as well as the warrant and impounded his vehicle for 30 days. June 15 At 10:39 a.m., officers responded to the “All About Pets”

Officers were dispatched to investigate a loud group on Greystone Terrace. Officer Fuellenbach was first on scene and one subject ran. After a brief foot pursuit, the juvenile was arrested for resisting and warrants. Also arrested was an adult for contributing to the delinquency of a minor and a warrant. At 1:51 a.m., dispatch received a call stating a woman was shot at a residence on Sundale Drive. Officers responded and contacted a full house containing the victim and several witnesses. Detectives were notified and responded to assist with interviews and investigation. June 16 Officer Candler arrested an adult female for theft out of Safeway 5 Corners.

June 17 Officer Leopardi arrested an adult male for trespassing and vandalism at a construction site located at 3651 Walnut. June 22 A commercial burglary was reported at 6900 Dumbarton Circle. Circuit breakers from the power panel were stolen. CSO Allen investigated a residential burglary at 40835 Mission Boulevard. The point of entry was a pried side door. Officer N. Johnson investigated a window smash auto burglary in which a purse was stolen in the area of 4600 block of Thornton Avenue.

retail store located on Alvarado Niles Road to investigate a report of a drunken woman creating a disturbance at the store. The first officer to arrive met with the subject outside of the store and she admitted to the officer that she had been drinking. The woman appeared to be agitated and claimed to have a knife in her pocket. As the officer grabbed the subject’s arm, she spat in his face. The female began to flail her arms so the officer placed her on the ground. A second arriving officer assisted in handcuffing the subject and attempted to place her in the patrol car, but she began to use her feet and legs to brace against the patrol car in an effort to prevent being placed in the car. After a brief struggle, the officers were able to secure her in the car and transport her to Santa Rita Jail for being drunk in public, assault on a police officer, resisting arrest, and disturbing the peace. June 16 At 1:35 a.m. between 10 and 20 unknown subjects crashed a party at a residence located on the 5000 block of Anaheim Street. When the subjects were asked to leave, they began to batter several of the residents and party goers. They also threw beer cans and bottles all over the interior of the house. The victims told police that they did not know the suspects, could not describe them, and did not want any further police involvement. June 17 At 8:30 am, officers responded to a residence on the 5000 block of Anaheim Loop to investigate a domestic battery. Arriving officers found that the victim had been struck in the face by her husband causing a laceration to her eyelid. Their grown son came to his mother’s aid and punched his father in the face to stop the attack. The suspect then fled the scene, but later turned himself into police. He was arrested and taken to jail after being medically cleared at a local hospital. Later this night about 10:39 p.m., officers responded to the 32000 block of Brenda Way to investigate a report of gunshots being heard. Arriving officers found bullet casings and damage to two parked vehicles. Officers searched for any victims and suspects, but did not locate any. An employee at the Applebee’s restaurant located in the Union

Landing Shopping center was confronted by a car-load of female subjects at 11:26 p.m. who appeared to have been waiting for her to leave work. A fight between the employee and one of the car’s occupants ensued after a brief argument. Arriving officers detained all of the subjects involved and found that no one wished to cooperate with police. One of the subjects had an active arrest warrant and was taken into custody. June 18 At about 11:48 p.m., officers were sent to the Burger King restaurant located at 1801 Decoto Road to investigate a suspicious vehicle in the parking lot. Arriving officers found the vehicle stopped in the exit area of the drive through driveway. A passenger in the vehicle exited the vehicle, walked around to the driver’s side of the vehicle, and looked as if he was attempting to awaken the driver. The officer contacted the subject and asked him if the driver had a medical issue or if he had been drinking. The subject told the officer that he had just been drinking. Due to the driver’s level of intoxication, the officer assisted the driver out of the vehicle and arrested him for driving while under the influence of alcohol. June 19 Officers responded to the railroad tracks near 10th Street and Decoto Road at 6:28 p.m. to investigate a report of a person being struck by a train. Arriving officers found that the Amtrak train had stopped, and officers then located the remains of an adult female nearby. The area was secured and turned over to Union Pacific Railroad to investigate. At 8:52 p.m., officers responded to the Wal*Mart parking lot to investigate a report of a suspicious vehicle reported by Wal*Mart employees. The vehicle was suspected to have been involved in an altercation the week before in the parking lot, possibly involving a firearm. Arriving officers found the described vehicle occupied by two subjects. As the officers approached the vehicle, they noticed what appeared to be a bullet hole in the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The occupants were detained and found to have 4.8 grams of methamphetamine, 14 doses of morphine, and additional evidence indicating drug sales. Both subjects were arrested and transported to jail.

Fremont Fire Department Report SUBMITTED BY CAPT. STEVE SILVA, FREMONT FD June 21 At 12:59 p.m., Fremont Fire and Cal Fire jointly responded to a Vegetation Fire off the right hand shoulder of 680 Freeway northbound, south of Vargas Road. The grass fire of approximately one acre was controlled with initial requested resources. Firefighters were able to contain the fire before it threatened any nearby structures.

June 22 At 2:47 p.m., Fremont Fire Department responded 20 personnel to a reported vegetation fire at 45275 Northport Court. While responding, a second fire was identified approx. 1/4 mile away and additional resources were requested. Both fires were approximately 1.5 acres and controlled in 20 minutes. Crews remained on scene for over an hour overhauling the perimeter of the fire. The cause for both fires is still under investigation.

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Tri-City Voice Up Date Judge Robert McGuiness has not decided if we get to move forward with our evidence that we qualify as a Newspaper of General Circulation for the City of Fremont. It has been over 3 weeks since we went to court and many of you have called to ask. We will let you know as soon as we find out. Thank you again for all of your prayers and support.

Newark Police Log SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD June 15 Officers responded to the area of McDonald’s (Mowry Avenue) at 9:42 p.m. on a report of a male subject carrying a stick and yelling he had a gun. Officers surrounded the male, later identified as David Edwards, (transient) and arrested him for his eight warrants. He did not have a gun and was carrying a large “Pixie Stick”. He was booked at Santa Rita Jail. June 16 At 12:24 p.m., officers responded to the 37600 block of Goldenrod Drive on a report of an interrupted theft of a bicycle from a backyard. The victim confronted the suspect who fled on foot. Officers located and arrested Jose Garcia (transient) for theft and public drunkenness. He was booked at Santa Rita Jail. Officers responded to Home Depot at 1:13 p.m. on a report of a theft. Officers arrested Rudy Garcia (transient) for felony theft with priors and public drunkenness. He was booked at Fremont City Jail. A CHP pursuit came into Newark at 4:25 a.m. and terminated near 8300 Central Avenue. CHP took one male subject into custody. No further information. June 17 Officers responded to the former Newark Fire Station #1, Elm Street at 6:50 p.m. on a report of a burglary in progress. Officers arrested two juveniles for burglary, possession of burglary tools, and resisting arrest. Officers responded to a residence on Rosewood Drive at 12:54 a.m. on a report of an unknown emergency. Subsequent investigation determined that an intoxicated Qi Li of Fremont assaulted his ex-girlfriend, her current boyfriend, and a roommate with a baton. All three victims sustained minor bumps and bruises. One of the victim’s was treated at the scene by Alameda County Fire. Li was booked at Fremont City Jail for assault with a deadly weapon, possession of a deadly weapon, felony domestic violence, and terrorist threats.

June 18 At 10:53 p.m., officers responded to 6237 Graham Avenue on a report of an extremely intoxicated male randomly pounding on people’s doors and throwing bicycles off a balcony. Officers arrested Paul Brown, of Oakland for public drunkenness and vandalism. He was cited at the hospital. Any person with any information concerning these incidents can contact the non-emergency line at (510) 5784237. Information can also be left anonymously on the “silent witness” hotline at (510) 578-4965. June 20 At approximately10:30 a.m., Newark Police received a 911 call advising that a male subject with a large knife was chasing another male on the 37000 block of Olive Street. Arriving units located the victim who informed them that his adult son, Arthur Paco of Newark had threatened to kill him and chased him with a knife to the gas station at the corner of Thornton Avenue and Olive Street. The victim advised that his son had gone back to the house prior to police arrival. Newark Police set up a perimeter and evacuated adjoining residences. The Newark/Union City SWAT Team responded, along with Fremont PD and CHP, to assist with traffic control. The Newark Police Department Hostage Negotiation Team responded and contacted Paco via telephone; he surrendered to the SWAT Team without incident. Paco was booked for assault with a deadly weapon and terrorist threats. June 21 Officers responded to the 36900 block of Locust Street at 8:56 p.m. on a report of shots fired into a house. Investigating Officers found several bullets struck the house and two parked vehicles were also struck. There were no reported injuries and the investigation is ongoing.

SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD It’s travel season. Here are some helpful tips to keep you and your family safe while traveling: 1. Don't answer the door in a hotel or motel room without verifying who it is. If a person claims to be an employee, call the front desk and ask if someone from the hotel staff is supposed to have access to your room and for what purpose. 2. When returning to your hotel or motel late in the evening, use the main entrance of the hotel. Be observant and look around before entering parking lots. 3. Close the door securely whenever you are in your room and use all of the locking devices provided. 4. Don't needlessly display guest room keys in public or carelessly leave them on restaurant tables, at the swimming pool, or other places where they can be easily stolen. 5. Don't draw attention to yourself by displaying large amounts of cash or expensive jewelry. Leave the fancy jewelry at home! 6. Don't invite strangers to your room. 7. Place all valuables in the hotel or motel's safe deposit box. 8. Don't leave valuables in your vehicle. 9. Check to see that any sliding glass doors or windows and any connecting room doors are locked. 10. If you see any suspicious activity, please report your observations to the management. 11. What's the safest hotel floor? Always try to get a room on floors 2-8. A room on the ground floor will be more easily accessible to criminals from the outside. A high level - such as the 20th floor - may be quieter, but in case of a fire, there's little chance firefighters could reach you with even their tallest ladder. 12. Dressing safely: Blending in makes you less of a target than if you announce your home country by wearing your country's flag or national colors. 13. Instincts: Trust your instincts and don't venture through side streets, even if it seems like a convenient shortcut. Criminals like to strike in secluded areas. If you stick to the well-traveled streets, you'll be less likely to have criminals approach you. 14. Carry your wallet in your front pocket, or better yet, get a money belt or a passport holder/wallet you can wear around your neck (but be sure to keep in under your shirt when you can). Be aware that people who are jostling you are potential pickpockets. 15. Clean out your wallet before you leave home. Don't carry any more credit cards than you need. Make sure you leave your Social Security card behind.

Source: National Crime Prevention Council. www.ncpc.org

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o you long for days gone by when barbershop quartets serenaded as customers relaxed in their chairs for a shave? A nostalgic experience awaits you at the upcoming show “Harmonize the World” presented by the Bay Area Showcase Chorus. The women’s a cappella singing group has been harmonizing since 1956. It is a chapter of the Sweet Adelines International group, founded in 1953. This year, they are competing in the 7th World Choir Games and hope to share their excitement and talents with the local community. The Sweet Adelines International was formed in response to the many men’s groups that led the Barbershop revival movement in the early 1940s. Sweet Adelines’ purpose is to educate people in the art of barbershop and a cappella music, as well as to preserve these modes of singing. The Bay Area chapter came along less than ten years after the international group. Says Bay Area Showcase Chorus member, Kevran Day, “They are part of a worldwide organization of women who are committed to advancing the musical art form of barbershop harmony.” Barbershop is uniquely American form of singing, initially popular in the United States a century ago. It is this particular form of music that these musical organizations perform and seek to educate others in. One intention of the Barbershop Revival was to preserve this style of music for future generations. It is a valuable piece of our nation’s musical history. Kevran Day has been a member of the Bay Area Showcase Chorus twice: first in 1988 for about three or four years, and then again in the early 2000s. She says, “I really love acapella singing. It’s a lot of fun. It’s really interesting to be able to form with just the human voice what composers use musical instruments for.” Day grew up singing in a church that regularly used a cappella music. Since moving on from the church of her youth, Day loves the sisterhood and camaraderie of the chorus group. “The chorus itself is wonderful! I feel like I have

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120 good sisters and friends. It’s always fun to be there and laugh and have a good time.” On June 30, the Bay Area Showcase Chorus will be hosting a special preview of the performances they are preparing for the World Choir Games competition. This is the first year that the Games have included a barbershop segment. Accompanying the Chorus will be two guests: the Cantabella Children’s Chorus and the Canzonet Quartet. They will also be competing in the July 2012 games in Cincinnati, Ohio. This concert is a chance for the local community to experience the beauty of this traditional and lively music, and to cheer on the singers who will be representing the community in the competition. In addition to competing, preserving musical heritage, and educating the public about barbershop music, the Bay Area Showcase Chorus also offers singing telegrams over the winter holiday season and Valentine’s Day. What a treat to receive a song as a gift from a loved one! The Chorus is a volunteer membership organization. If you love singing, you may want to check out one of their rehearsals, which are open to the public. Many skill levels are accepted, and there’s always room to learn. This group is a treasure for anyone who appreciates music and musical history. Join them on June 30 for their preview performance and cheer them on in their endeavors! Tickets are available at http://www.singharmony.org/events/upcomingshow.html. For more information, visit http://www.singharmony.org or call (408) 973-1555. Harmonize the World Saturday, June 30 3 p.m. (doors open at 2:30 p.m.) Smith Center, Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (408) 973-1555 www.singharmony.org Tickets: $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under Parking: $2

Student art contest commemorates 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation

SUBMITTED BY KATHY KUPPER Calling all teenage film makers, poets, and photographers! The National Park Service, in partnership with the National Park Foundation’s African American Experience Fund, recently launched Expressions of Freedom, a nationwide artistic competition to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation. Contest submissions will be accepted from students 13 to 18 years old in three categories – photography, poetry, and digital short films. The first-place winner in each category will receive a $2,500 academic scholarship and the second-place winner will receive a $1,000 academic scholarship. The deadline for entries is October 15. Details are available at http://www.nps.gov/freedom. Expressions of Freedom is designed to connect student artists to the significance of the American Civil

War, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the system of national parks that commemorate events associated with the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement. “The issue that was at the heart of the Civil War – the continual struggle for equality for all – remains relevant today,” said Jonathan B. Jarvis, Director of the National Park Service. “This contest encourages young people to reflect on their own personal meanings of freedom and creatively express those thoughts.” “One hundred fifty years ago we began a great journey toward equality and freedom in this nation,” said Neil Mulholland, President and CEO of the National Park Foundation. “The story of that journey is told through our national parks, the important work being done by the African American Experience Fund, and now through the creativity of our young people with the launch of this unique project.” For more information, visit www.nps.gov/freedom

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Fremont Fire Chief Bruce Martin Retires SUBMITTED BY CAPTAIN STEVE SILVA, FREMONT FD

ire Chief Bruce Martin, a 34-year veteran of the fire service as well as Fremont's fire chief for the past seven years, has retired. His last day was June 20. Chief Martin's long and distinguished career spans over three decades and six fire departments. He began his career in 1978 as a volunteer firefighter. At that time, engines did not have roofs, radios only had two to four channels, and firefighters had to memorize streets and hydrant locations. Nowadays, enclosed cabs, seat belts for everyone, radios with 142 channels, and mobile data computers for all the routing, address, and hydrant locations are the norm. The City of Fremont Fire Department has had many accomplishments under Chief Martin's leadership, including building three new replacement fire stations, performing major remodels on three more, and seismically upgrading the rest as part of the Fire Safety Bond, passed by Fremont voters in 2002. The department has also retooled the entire apparatus fleet, updated codes and ordinances, built training teams, created a Special Operations

Task Force, and implemented a SWAT tactical Paramedic position. "The Fremont Fire Department was ready for the stability that Bruce brought to our organization," said City Manager Fred Diaz. "His quiet and thoughtful leadership style has been a true asset to the City organization. He will truly be missed." Diaz added, "The entire Fremont community will enjoy the benefits for years to come of Bruce Martin's accomplishments while serving as our Fire Chief." "After 34 years, I look back with pride and appreciation for the people and organizations with whom I've worked," said Fire Chief Bruce Martin. "In Fremont, I leave behind a professional and mission-driven fire department." Chief Martin is proud of the participative atmosphere that energized the organization throughout his tenure with the Fremont Fire Department. Upon retirement, he plans to continue teaching at the College of San Mateo and Cogswell Polytechnic University, as well as vacationing and enjoying time with his family. Fremont Fire Deputy Chief Geoff LaTendresse has been appointed Interim Fire Chief. His first day as Fremont's Interim Fire Chief is June 21.

The economic case for higher education SUBMITTED BY U.S. TREASURY, OFFICE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS A report released on June 21 by the U.S. Department of the Treasury, with the U.S. Department of Education, examines the economic case for higher education. As the President calls on Congress to keep interest rates low for the 7.4 million borrowers who are expected to take out subsidized Federal student loans next year, this report demonstrates the economic case for higher education as a source of both economic opportunity and mobility. Without Congressional action, interest rates on new subsidized loans will double, increasing from 3.4 percent to 6.8 percent on July 1. The data and analysis confirm that higher education is critical for socioeconomic advancement and an important driver of economic mobility. As state budgets have repeatedly come under stress, state support for higher education has declined as a share of funding for public higher education, increasingly pushing students and their families to count on education grants and affordable loans through Federal financial aid. Because the Federal government cannot address this issue alone, the President has also called on states and colleges to come together around our shared responsibility for college affordability. With middle-class families facing greater financial stress and more students than ever trying to achieve their educational goals, access to higher education should be a national priority, not a luxury. Where we make our investments demonstrates our priorities. In order to ensure access to higher education, we must all do our part toward our shared responsibility to make these critical investments in today’s students and tomorrow’s workers. Highlights Include: There is substantial evidence that education raises earnings. The median weekly earnings for a full-time, fullyear bachelor’s degree holder in 2011 was 64 percent higher than those for a high school graduate ($1,053 compared to $638). The earnings differential grew steadily through the 1980s and 1990s. Recent evidence suggests that today’s earnings gap is the highest it has been since 1915, the earliest year for which there are estimates of the college wage gap. Higher education is important for intergenerational mobility. Without a degree, children born to parents in the bottom income quintile have a 45 percent chance of remaining there as adults. With a degree, they have less than a 20 percent chance of staying in the bottom quintile of the income distribution. Federal financial aid represents 55 percent of all financial aid to undergraduates at two- and four-year institutions. The two largest components of Federal financial aid are Pell Grants and Stafford loans. Economic evidence suggests that increased grants and affordability of student loans both increase college-going. Pell Grants provide eligible undergraduate students with grants for higher education. The Obama Administration has increased the maximum Pell Grant by over $900 and provided support to more than 3 million additional students. Stafford loans are part of the Federal student loan program for undergraduate and graduate students. Forty-four percent of all Stafford loans are subsidized, meaning that students do not pay interest while in school. For more information, visit www.treasury.gov

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Calif. to act on mortgage protections BY DON THOMPSON ASSOCIATED PRESS

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), Democrats who control California's Legislature have come up with a new plan to regulate the state mortgage industry that gives homeowners more leverage against their lenders. The draft legislation, provided Friday to The Associated Press, would bar banks from foreclosing on homes while loan modifications are pending, let homeowners sue mortgage providers who break state law and require lenders to provide a single point of contact to borrowers. The plan is an extension of a national settlement that imposed new restrictions on the five largest U.S. banks. Under the bill, which a special legislative committee will consider next week, all California lenders that process more than 175 foreclosures per year would have to adhere to the new regulations. Previous efforts to reform California's mortgage industry have stalled amid stiff opposition from banks and other lenders, and from Republicans and moderate Democrats who were concerned more sweeping restrictions might raise borrowing costs and further stall the recovery of the state housing market. The latest plan came after weeks of negotiations. Sen. Ron Calderon, a moderate Democrat from Monterey Park who opposed the original legislation, now supports the compromise after helping negotiate key concessions. The changes include giving lenders the chance to fix problems before consumers can file lawsuits, limiting costly nuisance lawsuits, and exempting small lenders from some of the requirements. “We focused mainly on two principles: fair treatment of borrowers and keeping California's economy on track,” Calderon said. “I think that we struck a very good balance.” Beth Mills, spokeswoman for the California Bankers Association, said her organization was still reviewing the draft bill but initially believes it is still too broad and could allow frivolous lawsuits by borrowers who cannot afford to stay in their homes. Dustin Hobbs, spokesman for the California Mortgage Bankers Association, said it was too early for his organization to take a position, but he criticized the committee for scheduling a vote next week before interest groups have had a chance to analyze the latest language. Meanwhile, a coalition of homeowners, Occupy groups, unions and others announced they will rally Monday at the Capitol to push for a moratorium on all foreclosures, something that goes well beyond the legislative compromise. The package would: – Let homeowners sue mortgage providers if they violate state law, but only if there is a significant violation. Homeowners could ask judges to halt pending foreclosures but could collect monetary damages only

if the foreclosure took place. Lenders would be liable for triple damages if they engage in willful, reckless or intentional violations. – Give lenders a chance to fix problems with individual borrowers on their own before they can be penalized – a key demand by the banking industry. – Require lenders to provide a single point of contact for borrowers who want to discuss foreclosures or refinancing, with an exemption for smaller lenders. – Ban what are known as “dual-track foreclosures” by barring lenders from filing notices of default, notices of sale, or conducting trustees' sales while they are also considering alternatives to foreclosures like loan modifications or short sales. – Increase penalties for banks that sign off on foreclosures without properly reviewing the documentation, a process known as robo-signing. But the $7,500 civil penalty would be limited to one for each loan – not one for each improperly filed document, as lenders had feared. While some changes would be permanent, others such as the higher penalties for robo-signing would end after five years in deference to bankers' arguments that legislators were demanding a permanent solution to what lenders say were temporary excesses. Consumer groups and labor unions have been heavily lobbying legislators to approve the homeowner protections sought by Attorney General Kamala Harris, a Democrat who helped negotiate the February settlement that requires banks to pay $18 billion in penalties to California homeowners. That settlement included Bank of America Corp., JPMorgan Chase & Co., Wells Fargo & Co., Citigroup Inc. and Ally Financial Inc. but excluded other lenders. Harris said the new proposal would help borrowers stay in their homes if they can afford to do so. The compromise was developed after initial versions of Harris' proposals foundered in regular committees. That forced legislative leaders to create a special conference committee to bypass normal procedures. Democrats have large majorities in both chambers and can pass the bill without Republican votes, provided enough moderate Democrats will accept the compromise. A vote by the full Legislature is planned before lawmakers leave for a monthlong summer recess in early July. Senate President Pro Tem Darrell Steinberg, DSacramento, has said passing mortgage reforms are key to Democrats' election strategy and are needed to help persuade voters to approve Gov. Jerry Brown's proposal in November to temporarily raise sales and income taxes to fund state programs. Steinberg spokesman Mark Hedlund said Democrats are confident the revised bill can pass both the conference committee and the full Legislature. “We found good middle ground on some of the issues that were sticking points for parties on both sides of the issue,” Hedlund said.

Middle-income family spends $235,000 to raise baby BY SAM HANANEL ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP), For $235,000, you could indulge in a shiny new Ferrari – or raise a child for 17 years. A government report released Thursday found that a middleincome family with a child born last year will spend about that much in child-related expenses from birth through age 17. That's a 3.5 percent increase from 2010. The report from the Agriculture Department's Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion said housing is the single largest expense, averaging about $70,500, or 30 percent of the total cost.

Families living in the urban Northeast tend to have the highest child-rearing expenses, followed by those in the urban West and the urban Midwest. Those living in the urban South and rural areas face the lowest costs. The estimate also includes the cost of transportation, child care, education, food, clothing, health care and miscellaneous expenses. The USDA has issued the report every year since 1960, when it estimated the cost of raising a child was just over $25,000 for middle-income families. That would be $191,720 today when adjusted for inflation. Housing was also the largest expense in raising a child back in 1960. But the cost of child care for young children – negligible

50 years ago – is now the second largest expense as more moms work outside the home. The report considers middleincome parents to be those with an income between $59,400 and $102,870. It says families that earn more can expect to spend more on their children. The cost per child decreases as a family has more children. The report found that families with three or more children spend 22 percent less per child than those with two children. The savings result from hand-me-down clothes and toys, shared bedrooms and buying food in larger quantities. ––– The full report is available at www.cnpp.usda.gov

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What is Elder Abuse? SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD Elder abuse is any form of mistreatment that results in harm or loss to an older person. It is generally divided into the following categories: • Physical abuse is physical force that results in bodily injury, pain, or impairment. It includes assault, battery, and inappropriate restraint. • Sexual abuse is non-consensual sexual contact of any kind with an older person. • Domestic violence is an escalating pattern of violence by an intimate partner where the violence is used to exercise power and control. • Psychological abuse is the willful infliction of mental or emotional anguish by threat,

humiliation, or other verbal or nonverbal conduct. • Financial abuse is the illegal or improper use of an older person's funds, property, or resources. • Neglect is the failure of a caregiver to fulfill his or her care giving responsibilities. Self-neglect is failure to provide for one's own essential needs. How big a problem is it? Although estimates vary, it is generally believed that 4-6% of the elderly are abused. According to the National Incidence Study on Elder Abuse, approximately 450,000 elderly experienced abuse in 1996 nationwide. If selfneglect is included, the number is 551,000. About Adult Protective Services Adult Protective Services (APS) responds to reports from individu-

als, concerned citizens, social service and health providers, and law enforcement representatives about adults with developmental disabilities, physically and mentally disabled adults, and the elderly, who may be physically or financially abused, neglected, or exploited. Anyone aged 18 to 64 who, because of their mental or physical disability, or who is aged 65 or older and is suspected of being abused or neglected, is eligible for APS. Reporting Abuse Persons interested in obtaining more information or who wish to report adult or elder abuse should call 24 hours a day: 510/577-3500 or toll free at 866/225-5277 (866-CALLAPS). ALL REFERRALS ARE CONFIDENTIAL.

New Haven Board of Education report SUBMITTED BY RICK LA PLANTE The Board of Education, on June 19, approved a 2012-13 budget made possible when members of the New Haven Teachers Association and the New Haven Administrators Association voted to work and be paid for nine fewer days and take an additional 1 percent pay cut, to help mitigate cuts forced on the District because of the ongoing state budget crisis. The District also has a tentative agreement with the California School Employees Association, pending a vote by members. The employees’ sacrifices will enable to District to continue to offer middle school electives such as music and art and retain most of the elementary school specialists who teach science, music and physical education. About 25 percent of library services will be maintained at the secondary level, and two-thirds funding will be provided for stipends for after-school activities such as athletics, band and forensics. The school year will remain at 175 days, the same as in 2011-12 but five days fewer than in previous years. Teachers will give up four additional workdays – two days of preparation time at the beginning of the school year, a midyear grading day and one day at the end of the year – and classified employees and administrators also will give up four additional workdays. The changes also include a one-year freeze on “stepand-column” salary increases. The Board also received a “State of the District” presentation from Chief Academic Officer Wendy Gudalewicz and her staff from the Division of Teaching and Learning. Some of the highlights: The rate of English Language (EL) learners attaining English proficiency improved from 23.5 to 26.3 percent for those in EL less than five years and from 43.2 to 48.2 percent for those in EL for more than five years, putting the District in position to shed its federal Title III “Program Improvement” designation. Of the 3,243 students in grades 2-9 who scored below grade level in reading in the fall, 1,371 (42 percent) exceeded goals by improving at least 1.5 grade levels in the spring. Among traditionally lower-performing subgroups, African-American students exceeded national norm growth in grades 5 and 8, Latino

students in grades 7 and 8, English Learners in grades 6-9 and students from low socio-economic situations in grades 5, 7 and 8. Sub-groups in grades 5, 6, 8 and 9 exceeded District averages in meeting growth targets in reading. James Logan High students took 1,181 Advanced Placement tests, up from 1,027 in 2011, and a remarkable increase from the 662 AP tests administered as recently as 2010. Expulsions fell for the fourth year in a row, to a total of 12, down from 66 in 2008-09, 37 in 09-10 and 16 in 10-11. At the conclusion of the presentation, Board members offered good wishes to Ms. Gudalewicz, who is leaving the District at the end of the month to become Superintendent of the Cupertino Union School District. Also, the Board: Met incoming Chief Academic Officer Arlando Smith and welcomed veteran New Haven educators Nancy George, Jessica Wilder and Jesus Varela. Ms. George will become Executive Director of the Union City Kids’ Zone, Ms. Wilder will take over as Principal of the New Haven Adult School, and Mr. Varela will become Principal at Alvarado Middle School. Approved the appointment of Sara Wiford as Director of Special Education, replacing Anjanette Pelletier, who is leaving the District to become SELPA (Special Education Local Planning Agency) Administrator for the San Mateo County Office of Education. Ms. Wiford, who spent more than 10 years in New Haven’s special education department, returns to the District form Newark, where she was a special education program specialist for the past four years. Approved the appointments of Mary Rodriguez as a house principal at James Logan High and Heather Thorner as a part-time assistant principal at Alvarado Middle School. Ms. Rodriguez, a former Logan student, returns to the District after serving as a vice principal in Santa Clara. Approved reductions from the classified workforce of 19 full-time equivalents: 7.67 FTE as part of the process necessary to balance the budget, and 11.33 FTE as part of a reorganization of the Kids First program that provides before- and after-school care.

SmartMoney to close print edition, boost online BY RYAN NAKASHIMA AP BUSINESS WRITER LOS ANGELES (AP), After three straight quarters of steep advertising declines, SmartMoney's print magazine is ceasing publication and switching to an alldigital format aimed at online users. Dow Jones & Co., a unit of News Corp., said 25 positions at SmartMoney will be eliminated. It will increase SmartMoney.com's staff from nine to 15 editorial employees. Dow Jones Editor-in-Chief Robert Thomson said the move will address ``the need for rapid delivery of personal finance intelligence'' at a time of volatile financial markets. The publication found that readers were increasingly going to the Web for up-to-date information and analysis. SmartMoney content will be melded more closely with MarketWatch.com, another Dow Jones property that is available for free online. Dow Jones sells ads across several websites that it calls The Wall Street Journal Digital Network. The network includes sites for The Wall Street Journal, Barron's magazine and AllThingsD. Both The Wall Street Journal and Barron's require paid subscriptions for full online access. Circulation at SmartMoney held relatively steady over the years – at 815,154 per issue in the last six months of 2011 compared to 815,951 in the same period in 2006, accord-

ing to the Audit Bureau of Circulations. But ad revenue was dropping quickly. It was down 19.3 percent from the previous year in the quarter through March at $6.9 million, following a 22.3 percent drop in the quarter through December and an 11.7 percent drop in the quarter before that, according to the Publishers Information Bureau. Meanwhile, ad revenue for U.S. magazines overall fell at a slower rate of 8.2 percent in the quarter through March. Print publications have been losing revenue and readers as more content and advertising moves online. Some publishers have chosen to cut costs by slashing their print runs. This month, Advance Publications moved to lay off about 600 employees at newspapers in Alabama and Louisiana, including The Times-Picayune in New Orleans, as it prepars to cut the print run from daily to three days a week in the fall. Merging SmartMoney with MarketWatch may provide some protective cover. SmartMoney had just 2.5 million monthly visitors, but MarketWatch's online audience has grown 50 percent over the last 12 months to 17 million, Dow Jones said. The Wall Street Journal's chief revenue officer, Michael Rooney, said in a statement that SmartMoney's content and innovative online tools ``will be a needle-moving addition to MarketWatch's already strong portfolio of content.'' SmartMoney's last print issue, the September edition, will hit newsstands on Aug. 14. SmartMoney was launched jointly between Dow Jones and Hearst Corporation in 1992. Dow Jones acquired Hearst's 50 percent interest in 2010. Dow Jones said laid-off employees will be able to re-apply for SmartMoney.com jobs and elsewhere in the company.

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iabetes is a lifelong disease affecting nearly 26 million Americans—more than 8 percent of our population. Of these, 19 million children and adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, while an estimated 7 million are not yet aware that they have it. In 2010 alone, 1.9 million adults in the U.S. were newly diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes. When someone has diabetes, they have high levels of sugar, called glucose, in their blood. Glucose is a source of energy for the body. People with diabetes have abnormal levels of blood sugar because their body is unable to move the glucose from the bloodstream into the muscles, fat and liver, where it can be used as fuel. In a normally functioning body, the pancreas makes insulin, which moves the glucose for storage. With diabetes, the pancreas doesn’t make enough insulin and/or the body’s cells don’t respond normally to insulin. Type 1 diabetes, in which the body makes little or no insulin, is most often diagnosed in children. Type 2 diabetes, which represents the greatest number of diabetes cases, occurs most often in older adults, but young adults and even children are now being diagnosed more often. There is no cure for diabetes . The purpose of diabetes treatment is to manage a person’s glucose levels, while preventing symptoms and other problems from developing. When the blood sugar is poorly controlled, with levels swinging from high to low, there is a higher risk that disease of the kidneys, eyes or nervous system may develop, or that a heart attack or stroke may occur. “Today there is a technology that can help us get a better overall picture of a person’s blood glucose level,” said Prasad Katta, M.D., an endocrinologist with Washington Township Medical Foundation who is also on the medical staff at Washington Hospital. “The continuous glucose monitor measures glucose levels over a period of time. This

Dr. Prasad Katta, an endocrinologist with Washington Township Medical Foundation (WTMF) sees many patients whose diabetes isn’t well controlled. He says that continuous glucose monitors help detect a better overall picture of a person’s blood glucose level which can help lead to better treatment of the disease. To find a physician or for more information about WTMF, visit www.mywtmf.com

gives us a better view of the pattern of their glucose level, rather than a snapshot in time, which is what we get from the finger-stick blood test.” Data gathered by continuous glucose monitoring is also a valuable addition to the results of the commonly used A1C test, which measures a person’s average blood glucose level over three months. The continuous glucose monitor, measuring slightly larger than a quarter, is attached to a small tube inserted under the skin, usually in the stomach area. The device measures the level of the person’s “interstitial” glucose, which correlates well with blood glucose levels. Readings are automatically taken every five minutes, 24 hours a day, and the data is checked and stored in the monitor. “My patients usually wear the monitor for three or four days,” reported Dr. Katta. “Then, they bring it into our office so the

information can be downloaded and analyzed. While the patient wears the monitor, they must also continue to do regular finger-stick blood tests to check their glucose level throughout the day. All of this information, along with a record of what and when they eat, gives us a fuller picture and helps us make better decisions about the insulin regimen the patient should follow to help achieve the best possible management of their diabetes.” According to Dr. Katta, the continuous glucose monitor is an excellent tool for patients who are taking multiple insulin injections throughout the day, who use a pump to deliver their insulin, or who aren’t checking their sugars often enough. In addition, it can be helpful for people who are having a lot of unexplained highs and lows in their glucose level. “In my practice, about 50 to 60 patients have their own monitors and bring

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them to my office each time they come in, so the data can be downloaded,” added Dr. Katta. “Most use the monitor in combination with an insulin pump.” People who use an insulin pump control the timing and amount of insulin they take by programming the necessary information into the pump. A background amount of insulin is administered to keep a person’s glucose levels normal when they are not eating. Then, an additional dose of insulin can be given on demand, if needed when they eat a meal. The continuous glucose monitor communicates with the insulin pump. If the blood glucose level is abnormal after eating, a warning alarm goes off, alerting the person to adjust the amount of insulin they need. People who take three to four insulin injections per day instead of the pump can also benefit from the monitor. It gives them an overall picture of their glucose levels over a four-day period. Once the data is downloaded in the doctor’s office, they can work with their doctor to develop the best overall plan for taking insulin, checking glucose levels and eating meals. “With my patients who don’t have the insulin pump, we use the continuous glucose monitor two or three times a year,” stated Dr. Katta. “It helps us to manage their glucose better, especially if they are experiencing highs and lows or taking multiple daily injections.”

Learn more For more information about diabetes and continuous glucose monitoring, go online to, www.diabetes.org, the Web site of the American Diabetes Association. To find a physician with Washington Township Medical Foundation, go to www.mywtmf.com.

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he long hot days of summer are here. For kids that means more time for swimming, biking, skateboarding, and other outdoor activities. “Have fun this summer, but also think about your child’s safety and take precautions,” said Fremont pediatrician Dr. Amy Tun, who is a member of the Washington Township Medical Foundation and the medical staff at Washington Hospital. “The risk for injury increases in the summer months, when children tend to be more active and spend more time outdoors playing.” She said water safety is important to think about during the summer months. Whether you have a pool or a boat, or just spend time near the water, there are ways to prevent children from drowning. “Drowning is one of the top causes of death among children, especially among children between the ages of 1 and 4,” Tun said. All children, regardless of their age, should be supervised by an adult at all times when swimming, she added. Infants and toddlers should have “touch supervision,” which means they should be within reach while in or near water. “Supervising adults should not be preoccupied by their smart phones or other activities while sitting poolside,” Tun said. “They should be free from distractions and it is best if the supervising adult can swim. I also suggest having someone who knows CPR available. In a drowning situation, the minutes before the paramedics arrive are critical. Immediately performing CPR can save lives and improve outcomes.”

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Put Up a Barrier For families who have pools, it’s important to have a foursided barrier around the pool. It should be at least four-feet high with no footholds or handles that make it easy to climb over.

“In 2010, 72 percent of boating deaths were caused by drowning, and 88 percent of those were not wearing life jackets,” Tun said. Playground Safety Most kids will spend more time at the playground this summer, raising their risk for a multitude of injuries. Close supervision is important for preventing playground injuries. According to Tun, a lot of playground injuries occur when falling off high equipment like monkey bars, which can sometimes result in a serious injury.

Learning swimming safety skills is vital to a child’s well being and these skills stay with them for life. Some tips to prevent drowning include installing barriers around the pool to prevent access, using pool alarms and closely supervising children when they swim.

“Studies have shown that a foursided isolation fence reduces drowning by 83 percent compared to a three-sided fence,” she said. “It also helps to have pool rules like no running around the pool and no diving. Do not leave toys around the pool when they are not in use. Kids may be tempted to enter the pool area unsupervised. Deflate blowup pools when not in use for the same reason.” She said it is also a good idea for children to take swimming lessons at a young age. Kids who can swim are safer around water. Regardless of their ability to swim, children should always wear life jackets when boating. Not only is it a good idea, it’s the law in California.

“Make sure the surface under the equipment can absorb the impact of a fall,” Tun advised. “Rubber mats, wood chips, or sand can absorb the impact much better than cement or asphalt. Wooden play equipment should be checked for splinters or bolts that are jutting out on a regular basis. When available, children under age 5 should play on equipment separate from older children to prevent injury.” Children should wear helmets and other protective equipment when riding their bikes or skateboards. It is important for adults to be role models and wear helmets as well. No matter how hard you try to keep them safe, children do

hurt themselves. Minor cuts and bruises can be treated at home. You can wash cuts with plain water. An ice pack wrapped in a

increases the risk for melanoma skin cancer. Sunscreen can help to prevent sunburns and skin cancer. Tun said when choosing a sunscreen, look for one that has a broad spectrum, meaning it protects against both UVA and UVB rays. To be effective, sunscreen should be reapplied often and sunscreens that are water resistant hold up to water and perspiration longer. “Children should wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15,” Tun explained. “Babies have more sensitive skin, so choose chemicalfree sunscreens that instead Dr. Amy Tun is a board certified pediatrician with contain titanium dioxide or the Washington Township Medical Foundation.To zinc oxide. Babies under 6 learn more information about the Washington Township Medical Foundation and its more than months old should be kept 60 board-certified physicians with expertise in a out of direct sunlight.” broad range of medical specialties – from neuShe suggested parents rosurgery to pediatrics – visit www.mywtmf.com try a patch test to see if or call (866) 710-9864. their child’s skin is sensitive towel can be used for bumps, to the ingredients in the sunbruises, and minor sprains. screen. You can do this by applyShe said deep cuts and possiing a small amount of sunscreen ble fractures require emergency on the arm or leg and see if the medical care, particularly if the skin becomes red or irritated. If cut is bleeding profusely. it does, you should use the “If a cut is bleeding, put a chemical-free types. sterile gauze or cloth over it and “It’s also important to limit apply pressure for 10 minutes,” sun exposure during the peak Tun said. “If the bleeding does hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.,” Tun not stop, reapply pressure and added. “Children should wear contact your provider or go to protective clothing, including the nearest emergency room. If a long sleeves and a wide-brimmed cut is more than half an inch hat. To protect their eyes, use long, or if it is deep, it probably sunglasses that have at least 99 will require stitches.” percent UV protection. Children If your child falls and is unrespend a lot of time outdoors, so sponsive or vomits more than we need to help them learn how once, you should seek emergency to enjoy fun in the sun safely.” medical care, according to Tun. Your health care, your way “Children should be watched For more information about closely for signs of unusual beWashington Township Medical havior after a fall,” she added. Foundation and its more than “They could have a head injury.” 60 board-certified physicians Cover Up in the Sun with expertise in a broad range Children as well as adults need of medical specialties – from to be protected from the sun’s neurosurgery to pediatrics – harmful rays while outdoors. Just visit www.mywtmf.com or call a few serious sunburns as a child (866) 710-9864.

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under layers. She then applies the scrapings back onto the panel, repeating the process several times. With heat the paint flows and melds. There is a long history of ceramic art in almost all developed cultures. With the desire to make a piece of clay into something memorable and interesting, the artist creates a vessel or a figurative piece. Artist Andrea Clak begins with wheel-thrown vessel forms and adds color with stains or red clays. After burnishing her pieces they are raku or saggar fired. Well known for his zany sculptures, local artist Peter Langenbach investigates the political with his “In-

carcerated Rat” series of wheel thrown and sculpted pieces. Fremont artist Lisanne Gollub hand sculpts her figures which she then underglazes and fires in a kiln. Innovation, experimentation, creativity, perseverance, and fire have brought the works of these nine artists to the Olive Hyde Art Gallery for your pleasure. From the Flame June 22 - July 21 Thursday-Sunday: 12 noon - 5 p.m. Opening reception Friday, June 22 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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Through hard work and positive connections, his big break came in 1903 when he was cast -to play three separate roles - in Edwin Porter's “The Great Train Robbery.” Moved by the audience’s reaction to the film during its premier, Anderson concluded that film acting would be his career of choice, and began writing, directing,

and acting in his own westerns. In 1907, he and fellow filmmaker George Kirke Spoor founded Essanay Studios (“S and A” for Spoor and Anderson) in Chicago. Looking for a “western” location to shoot his films, Anderson and a trainload of actors and workers headed west to Fremont, California, and constructed studios in

Friday, June 29 8 p.m. -“Atlantis” (1913, Great Northern Film Company) -Preceded by shorts: “Arrival of Essanay in Niles” (2012, NESFM); “The New York Hat” (1912, Biograph) with Mary Pickford and Lionel Barrymore; “The Musketeers of Pig Alley” (1912, Biograph) with Elmer Booth and Lillian Gish; “The Tourists” (1912, Biograph) with Mabel Normand. Tickets: Museum members $10, nonmembers $12

Tickets: Museum members $8, nonmembers $10

Saturday, June 30 12:30 p.m. -“Silk Husbands and Calico Wives” (1920, Garson Studios) staring House Peters. -Murray Glass, founder of the Em Gee Film Library (now part of the Niles Museum’s film collection), in an interview by David Shepard will talk about his long career collecting, preserving and making films available for viewing.

3:30 p.m. Essanay Niles Films (all made in Niles) -“Broncho Billy’s Narrow Escape” (1912, Essanay) with G. M. Anderson, Vedah Bertram, Arthur Mackley, Brinsley Shaw, Fred Church, Victor Potel, Harry Todd, Jack Roberts, Pat Rooney. -“A Wife of the Hills” (1912, Essanay) with G. M. Anderson, Arthur Mackley, Brinsley Shaw, Vedah Bertram. -“An Indian Sunbeam” (1912, Essanay) with Edna Sharpe, True Boardman, Fred Church, Brinsley Shaw, G. M. Anderson, Victor Potel, Spider Roach. -“The Tomboy on Bar Z” (1912, Essanay) with Virginia Eames, Jay Hanna, Brinsley Shaw, Fred Church, Augustus Carney, Rollie Totheroh, Texas George Briggs, True Boardman. -“Broncho Billy’s Heart” (1912, Essanay) with G. M. Anderson, Fred Church, Arthur Mackley, Julia Mackley, True Eames

SUBMITTED BY IVY WU Have your moves performed by hundreds! Fremont United Student Store (FUSS), is looking for four original and cultural (i.e. Polynesian, American, Chinese, etc.) choreographed dance segments to be performed at a “Smart Mob” (Flash Mob) fundraiser for Fremont schools on Saturday, August 4. FUSS is a newly created non-profit organization, whose sole purpose is to raise money for Fremont Unified School District. FUSS provides a platform for people in the community to offer creative ideas and share resources to support our schools. There are many who want to contribute to our school district, but don’t necessarily know how to do it. FUSS helps them capitalize their ideas so that they are empowered to contribute more effectively.

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Niles. There, they filmed hundreds of silent films starring many of the day’s top actors. Anderson himself took his persona as Broncho Billy to a worldwide audience, making him the most famous western star of the silent film era. After selling his share of Essanay in 1916, Anderson retired from acting except for a few cameos through the years, the last in 1965 in “The Bounty Killer” at the age of 85. He passed away peacefully five years later, survived by his wife Mollie and their daughter Maxine. The 15th Annual Broncho Billy Film Festival kicks off on Friday, June 29 and continues all weekend through July 1. Over 15 films accompanied by a live pianist will be shown, with an official opening day reception from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Fre-

mont Bank Building. Along with the films, there will be short lectures about the history, studios, and stars that brought them to life. Needless to say, downtown Niles will be abuzz with activity during the weekend with plenty of eating, shopping, and of course, movie watching.

Boardman, Audrey Hanna, Victor Potel. Tickets: Museum members $10, nonmembers $12

Sunday, July 1 1 p.m. -“Baby Peggy, the Elephant in the Room” (2011, Vera Iwerebor), a new documentary about Diana Serra Cary, known as silent star Baby Peggy, followed by an inperson interview with Diana Serra Cary by Larry Telles. -“Brownie’s Little Venus” (1921, Century Film Company) with Baby Peggy, Bud Jamison. -“Little Red Riding Hood” (1922, Century Film Company) with Baby Peggy. Tickets: Museum members $8, nonmembers $10

7:30 p.m. Ray Hubbard Award Presentation -“Helen’s Babies” (1924, Sol Lesser Productions) Baby Peggy, Clara Bow and Edward Everett Horton. -Preceded by shorts: “Twin Peaks Tunnel” (1917) documenting the digging of the tunnel from Market Street to West Portal in San Francisco; “The Shotgun Ranchman” (1912, Essanay, made in Niles) with Arthur Mackley, Julia Mackley, Audrey Hanna, True Boardman, Jay Hanna, Harry Keenan, Victor Potel; “The Prospector” (1912, Essanay, made in Niles) with Fred Church, Arthur Mackley, Evelyn Selbie, Audrey Hanna, Jay Hanna. Tickets: Museum members $10, nonmembers $12

Broncho Billy Silent Film Festival Friday, June 29 - Sunday, July 1 June 29: 8 p.m. June 30: 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 7:30 p.m. July 1: 1 p.m., 4 p.m. Niles Edison Theater 37417 Niles Boulevard, Fremont www.nilesfilmmuseum.org (510) 494-1411 Tickets: $8 - $12

4 p.m. -“Cleopatra” (1912, Helen Gardner Picture Players) -Preceded by: “The Canyon” (2012, NESFM), the latest news on the progress of the new one-reel western in Niles which will be shot with a hand cranked camera. Tickets: Museum members $8, nonmembers $10

Revenue generated may be donated to the school district for a general or specific purpose, depending on the dollar amount and needs. For consideration, submit a video of your choreography to: SMARTMOB@FUSS4SCHOOLS.ORG or INFO@FUSS4SCHOOLS.ORG You may also mail the entry to 47000 Warm Springs Blvd., Suite 266, Fremont, 94539. Dance segments must be no longer than 30 seconds, accompanied by music and should be simple and appropriate enough to be performed by all ages. Deadline for submission entries is July 16.

Cardboard boat races in Newark Build a boat using cardboard and duct tape… and nothing else (you provide your own material). The boat must carry at least one rider. Race will consist of a 25-yard paddle. Races will be done in age categories; winners will participate in an overall competition. Participants will get into recreation swim for free on the day of the event. You must pre-register your boat either online or at our front desk by Thursday July 5th. Only those who register prior to the event will be permitted.

Cardboard Boat Races Friday, July 6 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Check-in begins at 11:15am) Silliman Activity and Family Center 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark (510) 578-4620

Vote for America’s favorite park SUBMITTED BY SAMIRA HAMID Two of Hayward’s beloved parks, Kennedy Park and Sulphur Creek Nature Center have been entered into Coca Cola’s “America Is Your Park” contest. They compete in an online voter contest with local parks throughout the nation to win much-needed funds for park improvements. With just the click of a mouse, voters can help either park win up to $100,000 for First Prize. Parks that place in the top 25 will have a chance to win $15,000. You can vote as many times as you want for as many parks as you want. Checking in at a park counts for 100 total votes! So vote daily, and vote often. Put Hayward on the map! As part of Coca Cola’s Live Positively campaign, the “America is

Your Park” contest gives park lovers an opportunity to make a difference in their local community, where voters can help their favorite park receive one in four recreation grants from The Coca-Cola Company. These funds are provided to assist in restoring, rebuilding or enhancing places within the park where people can play and be active. Voters can vote online or by checking in at a park to earn more votes for their favorite park. The total number of votes earned will determine the winning parks. Contest ends July 15, 2012. To vote, log onto http://apps.facebook.com/coca-colaparks/ and input Kennedy Park or Sulphur Creek Nature Center. You can also find the link by visiting HARD’s website at www.HaywardRec.org or by logging onto Sulphur Creek Nature Center’s Facebook page.

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he 2012 Fremont Fourth of July Parade committee is pleased once again to invite everyone to salute our Veterans as this year’s theme for the city of Fremont July 4th parade. The community member committee has raised enough funds to ensure this great event happens for the estimated 15,000 spectators. Grand Marshal is NBC Bay Area reporter Mike Inyoue from Today on the Bay. The title sponsor this year is Fremont Chevrolet. Other contributors include Robson Homes, Tri City Voice, Chapel of the Angels, Washington Hospital System, Chapel of Roses and multiple other local businesses and organizations. Come see an event that puts Fremont on the map! Parade Chair and owner of Schaa's Lawnmower's in Fremont, Jesse Schaa, has done an outstanding job of working with other community members to plan the perfect event, garnering community and City support, planning the event, leading the advertising and publicity, and raising the over $40,000 necessary to put on the event! The money raised assures the parade will happen this year, and Jesse is closely watching the budget to assure the parade will have seed money for next year as well. City Council Member Anu Natarajan, has been instrumental in securing over $10,000 for the parade. The parade provides a unique advertising opportunity for small and large businesses throughout the city. In a one mile loop, businesses have visibil-

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ity to 15,000 Fremont residents. The more creative your float or entry, the more memorable your business will be. The 2012parade route will around the heart of Fremont future downtown, beginning on Capital, down Paseo Padre and finish up on Beacon. The parade will once again feature float and display entries from community businesses, various youth and non-profit groups. Be there early to see the Beech Boys flyover kicking off the start of the parade. The committee continues to seek sponsors as well as volunteers. Each of the volunteers will be trained in a dedicated position. Volunteers must be 18 years of age. We still need help. If you would like to be a sponsor or volunteer for the parade, please contact the 2012 Committee Chair Jesse Schaa at the Irvington Business Association at irvingtoniba@yahoo.com. Schaa would like to give special thanks to his special team of community members that worked their tails off to make sure Fremont enjoys another 4th of July parade, and assure its existence in the future: A big “thank you” to Roberta Fischer and Maggie Pederson for their work on securing sponsors. Thank you to Kim Mathis of the Mission San Jose Chamber of Commerce for recruiting volunteers needed to support this event Thanks to other members of the group who have been participating in meetings and planning sessions and Ray Pulver of Upbeat Parades for all his help and guidance through this process.

BY ANNIE YU “I see a little bit of a weight difference… let me see you again in four weeks.”

ost people would have agreed to the doctor’s words and come back in four weeks for another check-up, but Fremont resident Kannan Dorairaj was suspicious. “Hold on, what are you checking for? What are you talking about?” he asked. “When there is a weight difference, there may be a chance of Twin-to-Twin Transfusion Syndrome,” was the reply. When Dorairaj found out that Twin-toTwin Transfusion Syndrome (TTTS) could be life-threatening to his wife Priya’s expected twin daughters, he refused to

Founder Kannan Dorairaj with his wife Priya and son Amit at the foundation’s inauguration, held exactly one year after they lost the twin girls to Twin-toTwin Transfusion Syndrome.

wait four weeks; he pressed his doctor for more information. “[He’s] saying that I could lose a baby. There must be something I can do,” Dorairaj said. “After I pushed [the doctor] so much, he referred me to an experimental surgery at UCSF.” TTTS, a completely random and nonhereditary syndrome, only affects mono-

chorionic identical twins – identical twins that share one placenta. According to the TTTS Foundation, most identical twins are monochorionic, and of these about 15 percent develop TTTS. Twin fetuses affected by TTTS have connected blood vessels within the shared placenta, which causes blood to be passed from a “donor” twin to a “recipient” twin. The donor may die from lack of blood and nutrients while the recipient may have heart failure from excess blood. Laser fetal surgery separates the connected blood vessels with a success rate of up to 80%, according to Texas Children’s Hospital. However, 80 to 90 percent of untreated TTTS that occurs before the 24th week of pregnancy, results in the death of one or both twins – and Dorairaj’s girls were at 22 weeks development when diagnosed. Therefore, it is crucial for parents expecting identical twins to be especially alert. “We knew by the fifth week [of pregnancy] that they were identical twins, but nobody told us we should be monitoring the babies,” Dorairaj said. “They should have been monitored every week.” Even after they were diagnosed, the doctor offered no information on the available treatment until pressured to do so.

The couple fought for their twin daughters but lost them on June 16, 2011, only 16 days after being diagnosed with TTTS. Heartbroken and in pain, Dorairaj decided he had to do something to raise awareness of TTTS, especially among expectant parents of identical twins. That same day, Dorairaj created the Aarna and Aanya Foundation, named after his twin girls. Saturday, June 16 marked the one year anniversary of the passing of Dorairaj’s twin girls. The Aarna and Aanya Foundation held its inauguration that day at Lake Elizabeth with the introduction of new board members. Dorairaj’s five-year-old son Amit cut the ribbon and led the foundation supporters in a walk around the lake. Last year, Dorairaj would tell Amit, every day, all about how he was soon going to have two new sisters. Following the devastating news, Dorairaj told Amit that they had lost the babies. “Why did you lose them? Where are they?” the then four-year-old Amit would ask. When October rolled around, a confused Amit would again raise his questions. “You said they were coming in October right? Why don’t you go bring them from the hospital?” “He remembered them and he kept

asking about them,” Dorairaj said. “That was really tough.” To raise awareness about TTTS, Dorairaj’s first goal for the foundation is to prepare a TTTS informational pamphlet to place in every gynecologist’s office. The foundation is also planning to establish a medical board to guide others and provide financial aid in the future for couples with twin fetuses struggling with TTTS. Through the Aarna and Aanya Foundation, Dorairaj hopes to prevent other parents from suffering the same loss due to a lack of knowledge about TTTS. “I had to watch them die, to sit there with my wife and see their pulses go down,” Dorairaj recalled. “But throughout the pain, the one thing that kept coming back to me was that there wasn’t enough information out there… there’s something I can do.” “That’s our logo,” public relations officer Sivakumar Ponnuswam added. “By spreading the word, we can save babies.” The foundation is holding a 5k run at Quarry Lakes on Oct. 27, the approximate anniversary of Aarna and Aanya’s due date. For more information about the Aarna and Aanya Foundation, please visit www.pinkdoves.com or email info@pinkdoves.com.

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

Continuing Events Wednesday, Apr 25 - Saturday, Dec 29

Alameda County Superior Court needs Volunteers to support The Information Kiosk in the Fremont and Hayward courthouses. Training provided. Phone 510-891-6209 or e-mail ralvarez@alameda.courts.ca.gov

Smith's Cottage Gallery 37815 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 793-0737 Monday, Jun 18 - Friday, Aug 2

Ohlone for Kids $R

8 a.m. Summer Enrichment Program. Registration begins April 1

Al-Anon Beginner Meeting

7:45 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday, Jun 22 -Saturday, Jul 21

From the Flame

12 noon - 5 p.m. Artwork utilizing heat or flame

Olive Hyde Art Gallery 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 791-4357

Summer Recreation Program $R

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Supervised activities for Tri-City children ages 5 - 12. Registration open thru 6/29

LOV Community Service Center 35120 Ruschin Dr., Newark (510) 793-5683 Wednesday, Jun 13 - Saturday, Jun 30

Spring at the Adobe: The Garden

Tuesday, Jun 26

Show Me the Money! $R

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Revenue & funding strategies for your business.

Milpitas Chamber of Commerce 828 N. Hillview Dr., Milpitas (408) 262-2613 info@milpitaschamber.com

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Tuesday, Jun 26

Images of spring

Evergreen Oil Community Meeting

Adobe Art Gallery 20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley (510) 881-6735 www.AdobeGallery.org

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Promoting communication between Newark plant & the community

Silliman Activity Center 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark (510) 742-4400

Kaiser Permanente 3555 Whipple Road, Union City

"Reading is So Delicious!" - R

Tuesday, Jun 26

Summer reading game for school age children

Land the Job You Love!

Union City Branch Library 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 745-1464

Surefire strategies for jobseekers over 50

2 p.m.

6 p.m. Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley (510) 667-7900

Presented by Science for Youth. For school-age children

Thursday, Jun 14 -Saturday, Aug 31

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421

The Golden Gate at 75

Wednesday, Jun 27

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

McNevin & Friends $

Art exhibit celebrating the iconic bridge

8 p.m.

Adobe Art Gallery 20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley (510) 881-6735 www.AdobeGallery.org

Enjoy an evening of entertainment & great microbrews

Saturdays, Thru Jul 7

Qigong and Tai Chi Fitness Prep $R

10:00 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

The Bistro Brew Pub 1001 'B" Street, Hayward (510) 886-8525 www.the-bistro.com

Workout for the mind, body & spirit. Utilizes basic stretching techniques

Saturday, Jun 16 - Sunday, Sep 9

Ohlone College, Dance Studio Room 174 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 742-2303

Emerging Patterns: Sea to Sky

Wednesday, Jun 27

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Depictions of the salt marsh landscape

Amazing Bubble Man - Louis Pearl

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center

Entertainment for kids of all ages

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

Castro Valley Library 3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley (510) 667-7900

Thursdays, Thru Dec 27

Free from Hurts, Habits and Hang-Ups

7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Celebrate recovery. Meets every Thursday

Victory Center A.M.E. Zion Church 33450 Ninth Street, Union City (510) 586-5747 Thursday, Jun 7-Sunday Jul 1

“The Member of the Wedding” $

Thurs - Sat 8 p.m. & Sat – Sun 2 p.m. Coming-of-age story

Douglas Morrison Theatre 22311 N Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 Tuesday, Jun 12-Friday, Jun 29

"Impressions" and "Creations in Wood"

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Watercolors by Emily Chen & woodwork by Norman Prince

Fremont Cultural Arts Council 3375 Country Drive, Fremont (510) 794-7166 Tuesdays, Jun 12 - Sundays, Aug 3

Teen Summer Reading Program

various times Visit the library for registration

www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234

Monday, Jul 9 - Thursday, Aug 9

Milpitas Community Center 457 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210

Monday, Jun 13 - Sunday, Aug 11

Science Lecture for Children

36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont

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

Preschool age children learn phonetics, motor & social skills via music, games and water play

Support group for friends & family of problem drinkers

Saturdays, Thru Jun 30

Rev. Ken Daigle Senior Minister

Mondays, Jul 2 thru Aug 27

Teens helping seniors with electronic gadgets

Wednesdays, thru Dec 26

Sunday 10:00 AM

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421

Browse through the cottage gallery

Unitek College 4670 Auto Mall Parkway, Fremont (510) 552-8845 www.unitekcollege.edu

Unity of Fremont

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Help veterans find career opportunities

A positive path for spiritual living

Busy Bee Summer Camp $R

Reading board game for all ages; prizes and free books

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Alameda County Veterans Employment Committee 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480

2012 Summer Reading Game

Teen/Senior Computer and Gadget Help

Wednesdays, Thru Dec 26

Tell A Friend

Monday, Jun 18-Friday, Aug 10

In Memory of Thomas Kinkade

Ohlone College for Kids 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont (510) 742-2304 www.ohloneforkids.com

FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at the Alameda County Library

Tuesday, Jun 12 - Sunday, Aug 11

Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7980

2 p.m.

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Wednesday, Jun 27

Friday, Jun 29

Volunteer Open House

Fireworks Show

5 p.m.

9:30 p.m.

Learn about serving on Hayward's committees & task force

Spectacular fireworks display

Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward (510) 208-0410 www.hayward-ca.gov

Saturday, Jun 30

Alameda County Fairgrounds 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton (925) 426-7600 www.alamedacountyfair.com Saturday, Jun 30

Wednesday, Jun 27

Milpitas Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet $R

Women's Cancer Resource Center Benefit $

Knights of Columbus Golf Tournament & Dinner $R

7 a.m. Includes green fees, cart, prizes & dinner

SkyWest Golf Course 1401 Golf Course Road, Hayward (510) 468-2461

3 p.m.

6 p.m.

Monday, Jul 2

Various musical acts, food & microbrews

Business Person, Corporate Citizen & Chamber Ambassador of the Year Awards

The Bistro Brew Pub 1001 'B" Street, Hayward (510) 886-8525 www.the-bistro.com

"Tales of the Hairless Raccoon" $

Crowne Plaza Hotel 777 Bellew Dr., Milpitas (408) 262-2613 Wednesday, Jun 27

Boswick the Clown - R

2:00 p.m. & 3:30 p.m. Magic & juggling act for school age children

Saturday, Jun 30

Computer Basics Part 2: Microsoft Windows - R

8 p.m. Top five 20-minute scenes from various playwrights

Douglas Morrison Theatre 22311 N Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org

12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Hands-on experience working with files & printing

Wednesday, Jul 4

Waving the Red, White & Blue - Pool Party $

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421

Union City Branch Library 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 745-1464 x 7

Wednesday, Jun 27

Saturday, Jun 30

"Feed the Need" Food Drive and $1 Rides

Harmonize the World $

Tues – Thurs: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Fri – Sun: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Bay Area Showcase performs with special guests, The Cantabella Children's Chorus

Wednesday, Jul 4

Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 www.singharmony.org

7 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Bring 4 non-perishable food items & receive free fair admission

Alameda County Fairgrounds 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton (925) 426-7600 www.alamedacountyfair.com

Retirement Discussion Group R

7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Finding your correct asset allocation. Discussion format - bring questions. RSVP Paul Andrus

One Fremont Place 39650 Liberty Street, Suite 200, Fremont (510) 207-5751 Thursday, Jun 28

Music, games & food. Pre-buy tickets

Milpitas Sports Center 1325 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210

3 p.m.

Saturday, Jun 30 Thursday, Jun 28

1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Bats & Brews $R

"Red, White & Boom" Fireworks Show & Concert $ Fireworks display with music. Pre-buy tickets

Milpitas Sports Center 1325 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210

7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Taste a variety of beers & learn how bats help the crops

Sulphur Creek Nature Center 1801 D. St., Hayward (510) 881-6747 www.HaywardRec.org In tribute to recent high school graduates, the following poem was submitted by a fellow student...

East Bay Mudd

6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Big Horn Band Playing R & B Hits

Fremont Central Park Performance Pavillion 4000 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont (510) 790-5546 www.fremont.gov Thursday, Jun 28

"Happy Feet 2"

11:30 a.m. Preschool & school-age children's film rated PG

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 Thursday, Jun 28

Career Strategy Forum for Job Seekers - R

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Workshops, networking & resume review

Crown Plaza Hotel 32083 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 284-4029 www.fremont.gov/careerforumreg Friday, Jun 29 - Sunday, Jul 1

Broncho Billy Silent Film Festival $

Fri. 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Sat. 12:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Various films Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411 www.nilesfilmmuseum.org Friday, Jun 29 - Saturday, Jun 30

Broadway Mashup: Putting it Together $

8:30 p.m. Performers dance, sing & perform favorite Broadway moments

Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 www.smithcenter.com Friday, Jun 29

Men in Black Singles Party $

8 p.m. - 12 midnight Meet that special man & dance the night away

W Silicon Valley 8200 Gateway Blvd., Newark (510) 494-8800 www.thepartyhotline.org

BY NISHEVITHA RAMESH Four seasons pass by me, As they merge into three, Summer, fall, and spring. I feel as though I have come to the end of my simple path. I will meet the crossroads of destiny, Where I will choose what is right for me. And this is where I am right now. There will be one, and only one path that I choose, And there is no looking back. So let me look back now, reminisce, and try to still the memories in my thoughts, as I step into a whole different world. I look back to the fall, where everything, was anew. A feeling of nostalgia rushes over me, as I smell my musky wind coat, A faint scent of my light perfume, and the familiar feeling of anxiety at the pit of My stomach. I go back to the first day of high school. Amazing at first, new surroundings and people, fascinated me. Weeks and months passing by, left me to experience high school it at its best. Fascination was replaced by a feeling of comfort, safety, and of course, boredom. Nothing ever shines like the first time. But nonetheless, I knew that the Warriors were now my official mascot. There was no turning back now. And, Mission San Jose was my home for the years to come.

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njoy entertainment under the stars all summer long, started with a live music event in the Ohlone College outdoor amphitheatre. “Rockin’ the Hill” June 22-23 Live performances continue on June 29 - 30 with “Broadway Mashup: Putting It All Together,” as a group of talented dancers and singers showcase the ultimate Broadway entertainment package. This talented ensemble of entertainers will perform your favorite Broadway numbers from musicals including: “A Chorus Line,” “Sunday in the Park with George,” “West Side Story,” “Wicked,” and a contemporary Broadway twist on the classic “Wizard of Oz.”

Enjoy movie musicals in July and August, all in sing-along format, featuring “Singin’ in the Rain” and “The Sound of Music” and childhood favorites like “The Lion King” and “The Muppets.” And for faithful grown-up fans: Do the Time Warp again with “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” (rated R). And catch a live production of “Legally Blond” presented by StarStruck Theatre.

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-The Lion King: Friday, July 13, 8:30 p.m. (Sing-along Movie) -The Muppets: Friday, July 20, 8:30 p.m. (Sing-along Movie) -StarStruck Theatre Presents: Legally Blonde The Musical: July 27-28, August 2-4, 9-11, Jackson Theatre (Live) -The Sound of Music: Friday, August 24, 8:30 p.m. (Sing-along Movie) -The Rocky Horror Picture Show (rated R): Friday, August 31, 8:30 p.m. (Interactive Sing-Along) All shows are at the Smith Center Amphitheatre at Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Boulevard in Fremont. “Rockin’ the Hill” and “Broadway Mashup” are $12 for premium tickets and $10 general; movie musicals are $5 general. Event parking is $2 with permits available online. For tickets or more information visit www.smithcenter.com or call the Box Office at (510) 659-6031.

Summerfest 2012 Calendar: -Rockin’ The Hill: Friday and Saturday, June 2223, 8:30 p.m. (Live) -Broadway Mashup: Putting It Together: Friday and Saturday June 29-30, 8:30 p.m. (Live) -Singin’ in the Rain: Friday, July 6, 8:30 p.m. (Sing-along Movie)

SUBMITTED BY SUSAN E. EVANS The Douglas Morrisson Theatre (DMT) in Hayward proudly announces its first Playwriting Cage Match on Monday, July 2. Five playwrights enter but only one will emerge victorious! A month and half ago, DMT began asking for submissions to our first playwriting contest, Tales of the Hairless Raccoon. The only requirements for aspiring contributors: the scenes could be no longer than 20 minutes, have no more than four characters and be set at the fictional Hairless Raccoon Saloon, an out-ofthe-way, hole-in-the-wall, dive bar somewhere in Northern Mississippi. We’re thrilled with the response; we’ve had entries from all over the U.S., and even a couple from abroad. And the entries are still coming in! The Douglas Morrisson Theatre is a program and facility of the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District. We’re in a gorgeous wooded area of Hayward, right next to some Japanese gardens. But woods tend to attract wildlife, and that means deer, wild turkeys, possums and, yes, raccoons, even one of the hairless variety, thus inspiring our theatre staff. DMT Artistic Director Susan E. Evans will pick the top five submissions and each of the five gets one rehearsal. On July 2, the scenes go head-to-head at a live staged reading event at the theatre. Our audience decides the winner. Admission for the reading is free and it’s just $5 for a ballot to cast a vote. The Hairless Raccoon Saloon promises to be full of surprises! The Douglas Morrisson Theatre is located at 22311 N. Third St. in Hayward, next to the Senior Center and the Japanese Gardens. The Box Office is open Tuesday through Friday, 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and can be reached at (510) 881-6777. Information is also available at www.dmtonline.org.

Playwriting Cage Match: "Tales of the Hairless Raccoon" Monday, July 2 8 p.m. Douglas Morrisson Theatre 22311 N. Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6777 www.dmtonline.org Free admission $5 for a voting ballot

The ancient Christian Faith alive today & here in the Tri-Cities! All services are celebrated in English

The Orthodox Church is Evangelical, but not Protestant. It is Orthodox, but not Jewish. It is Catholic, but not Roman. It isn't non-denominational - it is pre-denominational. It has believed, taught, preserved, defended and died for the Faith of the Apostles in Jesus Christ since the Day of Pentecost over 2000 years ago. Regular Schedule Saturdays 6pm Great Vespers (Beginning of Sunday Services) Sundays 9:30am Hours & Divine Liturgy followed by common meal & Children’s Christian Education *Tuesdays 10-11:30am Father’s Café (Informal discussion with Q&A over coffee) *Wednesdays starting June 13 2-3:30pm Father’s Café 2nd Thursday of the Month Service of Intercession for those suffering from alcohol and/or drug dependence *Tuesdays May 8- June 12 – Adult Ed: The Ancient Christian Understanding of Salvation *Classes & meetings take place in our Church Offices.

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Little League D14 TOC BY BIFF JONES PHOTO BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW District 14 (Fremont & Newark) Tournament of Champions continued this past week in the Minor Invitational (9-11 years old), Major (11-12) TOC and Senior (15-16) TOC Divisions. Seniors At Gomes School (best of three) Mission San Jose Little League vs. a combined team of Newark American LL, Centerville American LL and Niles-Centerville LL. Game 1: Monday, June 18 MSJLL came from behind to take and hold a 6-4 lead in the top of the seventh inning Game 2: Wednesday, June 20 MSJLL shutout 10-0 to capture the D14 Senior TOC crown D14 All Stars Championship on June 26 and 28 at 5:30 p.m. and June 30 at 1 p.m. if necessary Majors Saturday, June 16: Warm Springs LL beat Centerville National LL 6-5 while Centerville American won their game with Newark American 5-3. Bottom half of the draw saw Niles-Centerville shutout Mission San Jose

8-0 and Newark National LL defeated Fremont American LL 4-3. Monday, June 18: Centerville American beat Warm Springs 7-1 and Newark National over NilesCenterville, 6-5. Finals on Wednesday, June 20: Centerville American bludgeoned Newark National 25-0 for the D14 Major TOC Championship. Minor Saturday, June 16: Mission San Jose beat Warm Springs 14-4 while Fremont American defeated Centerville National 10-8. Other half of the bracket saw Centerville Ameri-

Mission San Jose Seniors Roll to TOC Crown SUBMITTED BY ED HUGO PHOTO BY VICTOR CHO The Mission San Jose (MSJ) Senior Giants have claimed the 2012 Tournament of Champions in a two-game sweep over the Nationals – a team made up of players from other leagues in District 14. The games were stark contrasts of each other as MSJ won the first game with a dramatic seventh inning rally and the second by the 10-run mercy rule behind a dominating one-hit pitching performance by Mark Cho.

final inning. With Wallace no longer on the mound due to the 95-pitch limit rule, MSJ slowly mounted a rally and were able to load the bases but had two outs. That’s when MSJ bats came alive as Mark Cho doubled to drive home two runs and Mitch Broadwin and Thomas Rodriguez both singled to highlight a six run rally that put MSJ on top 6-4. Rodriguez, who had taken over the mound duties for MSJ in the sixth inning, pitched a clean seventh inning putting MSJ up 1-0 in the best of three series.

can top Newark American 9-8 and Newark National beat Niles-Centerville 9-1. Semi-finals on Tuesday, June 19, Mission San Jose beat Fremont American 4-1 and Newark National clobbered Centerville American 20-7. Championship game of the D14 Minor Invitational was played on Thursday, June 21. Newark National Captured the championship by defeating Mission San Jose Little League 7-3 in a game that saw the lead change hands several times.

six innings on the mound. MSJ’s first inning outburst was highlighted by Cho’s second tworun double in as many games. MSJ added a run in the third inning as Cho double once again and came home on a ground out by Spoorthy Vemula. MSJ broke the game open with a six-run rally in the top of the sixth inning combining three hits with four National errors to put MSJ comfortably ahead 10-0. Cho did the rest as he set the Nationals down in the bottom of the sixth inning to close out the game. After the final out, an exuberant Giants’ manager Mark Rowell could not hide his satisfaction at the way the two games turned out. "In both the games, the MSJ

Mission San Jose claims TOC Senior Championship

The Nationals jumped out to a quick 3-0 lead after two innings of the initial contest. David Williams, Dru Olson and Cooper Smith rapped out RBI singles providing pitcher Zac Wallace with the support he needed as Wallace no-hit the Giants over the first five innings. The Nationals added a run in the sixth inning on two walks and an MSJ error to give the Nationals a 4-0 lead as the game headed to its

In the second game of the series, the MSJ bats woke up early as they scored three runs in the top of the first inning to provide pitcher Mark Cho all the runs he would need. Cho did a masterful job of mixing his fastball with darting off-speed pitches keeping the National batters off balance for the entire game. Cho gave up only two hits (two doubles by John Johonnot), stuck out eight and walked only one batter in his

Giants showed how they can win; coming from behind in the first game and in the second game getting out in front and holding the lead," Rowell said. The same two teams will meet again in a best two of three series at Gomes School to determine the District 14 all-star champion. That team will move onto the Senior Sectional tournament which will be hosted by District 57 beginning in mid-July.

Yankees Eliminated in TOC Play SUBMITTED BY

KENNY JACOBY

The Mission San Jose Yankees took on the NilesCenterville Giants on Saturday, June 16 in the first round of the Major Division Tournament of Champions. Though both teams played strong baseball, the Giants won big by a final score of 8-0. Isaak Huffman crafted a gem for the Giants, pitching six shutout innings for a complete game in less than 70 pitches. Huffman also added a two-run, bases loaded single in the bottom of the first that put the Giants in the lead. The Giants would score two more runs later that inning, setting the score at 4-0, where it would remain for most of the game. In the bottom of the fifth, Niles-Centerville’s Andrew Gaspar blasted a high fly ball over the fence in

right-center for a two-run home run, which sealed the game for the Giants. Brian Gonzalez and Frankie Lawrence would add RBI singles to put the Giants ahead 8-0. The Yankees’ Brett Hansen pitched three solid innings, amassing several strikeouts with his strong fastball. Sean Hamedanian took over in the bottom of the fourth and picked up some key outs in the heart of the Giants’ order. The Yankees had numerous scoring opportunities, but could not turn the base runners into runs. Hansen, Hamedanian, and Vincent Chiao were each robbed of base hits on excellent defensive plays by the Giants. Yankees manager Matt Hansen said after the game, “It was just one of those games where nothing went right for us.”

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Mission Valley in close matchup with San Leandro BY: MAYURI JAYARAMAN PHOTO BY GARY WU

SUBMITTED BY PATRICE BIRKEDAHL Paul Moore, longtime Ohlone College baseball coach, was inducted into the Hall of Fame for Community College Baseball Coaches last month in conjunction with the Final Four state championships in Bakersfield, California. Moore served 18 years as men’s baseball coach and took the Renegades to conference championships and to regional and super regional playoffs a dozen times. He established a winning attitude for the franchise that led to Ohlone winning the state championship in 2010, according to then-coach Jordan Twohig. Moore began at Ohlone College in August 1989, hired as a professor and men’s baseball coach. A year later men’s baseball won the Coast Conference Championship. The wins continued in 1991, 1997, and 2002. Under his leadership, the team went to the California Community College Athletics Association baseball playoffs 11 times. In 2004, the Ohlone College Renegades not only won both regionals and super regionals, but also finished third at

the State Championships. Moore commented, “As a coach, my goals were to elevate us to a level that was collegiate and competitive… I wanted to leave the program with the possibility of getting better. Obviously they have because Ohlone is now expected to be a play-off team.” He was promoted to Ohlone College Athletic Director in July 1993, and made it his goal to obtain a new wood floor for the Epler Gymnasium and to provide better transportation for Ohlone College athletic teams. Both of these goals were accomplished during his tenure. Moore helped to hire Ohlone’s first full-time trainer, a women’s soccer coach, and a men’s basketball coach. He also was instrumental in building a new fitness room, athletic weight room, training room, team rooms, and a soccer field. After his retirement, in July of 2006, Moore became the president of the California Community College Baseball Coaches Association, a position he still occupies. He says that his “successes are all directly related to the people [he] worked with, student-athletes, colleagues, and administrators.”

On Saturday, June 16, the San Leandro Drowning Darryls welcomed Mission Valley Barracudas to the San Leandro High School pool for the third dual meet of the season. The day started warm with no clouds covering the sky. With beautiful weather, the Barracudas were reviewing their practice races in their heads before the meet started. They knew that they had to do their best because they were competing against a very strong team. San Leandro had narrowly beaten the Barracudas in Championships last season. As usual, Barracudas shouted their team’s Color Shout before the meet started. As the meet progressed, the Mission Valley Barracudas could be heard cheering their teammates on. Team points were very close but in the end, the Drowning Darryls won by a final score of 589 - 483. The Barracudas season score is now 2-1. The Barracudas sorely missed teammates who were absent due to Graduation Night. Next week, the Mission Valley Barracudas will compete against the Newark Bluefins. The Barracudas will be hosting this meet at their pool and look forward to another exciting meet.

The Olympics are Special Every Day for These Athletes

Don’t leave children in cars SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD We all know the sadness and disbelief we feel when we read local headlines about a child dying after being left unattended in a hot car. In the last twelve years, nationwide over 450 children have died after being left in a hot car (sometimes on relatively mild days with only 70 degree temperatures) most of them ages three and younger. They died from heat stroke after being trapped in the car. In the summer of 1999 alone, an average of one child every four days died after being trapped in a car parked in the searing heat. Many parents mistakenly think they can leave a child in a vehicle while running a "quick" errand. Yet, a delay of just a few minutes can lead to tragedy. Heat is much more dangerous to children than it is to adults. When left in a hot vehicle, a young child’s core body temperature can increase three to five times faster than that of an adult causing permanent injury or death. Children should never be left alone inside of your car, even for a few minutes. California has a law prohibiting unattended children in a vehicle. As school's out for summer, kids are everywhere and parents should be too. Even though your children may be older, make sure you're on watch, so that you won't have to take a trip to the emergency room. Enjoy the summer with your children SAFELY!

SUBMITTED BY HAYWARD FIRE DEPARTMENT Every year in the United States, we celebrate the Fourth of July with community parades, picnics, barbecues, and fireworks - the things of which happy memories are made. But sadly, Independence Day also includes tragic events resulting from fireworks use. The safest way to enjoy them is through public displays conducted by professional pyrotechnicians, hired by communities throughout the Bay Area. All fireworks are banned in Hayward and the Fairview Fire Protection District. Why? Fireworks can be dangerous, and severe injuries can be caused from fireworks. An estimated 9,800 people – an average of more than 26 people every day– were treated in emergency departments for injuries sustained from fireworks, and more than half of those injured were children. More than two of every three fireworks-related injuries occur between June 22 and July 22. During that time period: • More than 4 of every 10 people injured were children under15 years of age. • People under twenty sustained more than half (54%) of all injuries from fireworks.

Law Enforcement Torch Run

SUBMITTED BY SHANNON WATKINS PHOTO BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW Davis, California will host the Special Olympics Northern California 2012 Summer Games. More than 900 athletes and volunteer coaches will convene at UC Davis June 22-24 to experience the thrill of competing against other athletes from all over Northern California. Leading into Summer Games, athletes train for six to eight weeks and then compete in a Regional Competition: 1,109 Aquatics athletes competed in five Regional Competitions, 6,776 Track & Field athletes competed in 12 Regional Competitions, 821 Bocce athletes competed in three Regional Competitions, and 245 Tennis Athletes competed in three Regional Competitions. Summer Games will commence with the lighting of the cauldron. The cauldron will be lit at Opening Ceremonies with the “Flame of Hope” that has journeyed throughout Northern California on the official Law Enforcement Torch Run. There is no admission fee to watch Opening Ceremonies or the competitions. For up to date info go to www.SummerGamesSO.com. For more information on Special Olympics Northern California or to donate, visit www.SONC.org or join us at Facebook /SONorCal and Twitter @SONorCal.

• People actively participating in fireworks–related activities are more frequently and severely injured than bystanders. • Most injuries result from being too close to fireworks when they explode. In spite of federal regulations and varying state and local prohibitions, many types of fireworks are still accessible to the public. Distributors often sell fireworks near state borders, where laws prohibiting sales on either side of the border may differ. Any firecracker with more than 50 milligrams of explosive powder and any aerial firework with more than 130 milligrams of flash powder are banned under federal law, as are mail order kits and components designed to build these fireworks. However, 92% of the fireworks injuries treated in hospital emergency rooms involved fireworks that Federal regulations permit consumers to use. Among the various types of fireworks, some of which are sold legally in some states, bottle rockets can fly into peoples' faces and cause eye injuries or start roof fires; sparklers can ignite clothing. Sparklers burn at more than 1,200°F this

is hot enough to cause third degree burns; and firecrackers can injure the hands or face if they explode at close range. Damage associated with fireworks: • 30,100-Estimated number of fires caused by fireworks each year. • These fires resulted in $34 million in direct property damage. • Younger children often lack the physical coordination to handle fireworks safely. • There were 1,100 injuries associated with sparklers, many never being reported. • Sparklers cause 200 injuries to children less than 5 years of age. • Think about your pet. Animals have sensitive ears and can be extremely frightened or stressed on the Fourth of July. Keep pets indoors to reduce the risk that they'll run loose or get injured. The safest way to prevent fireworks-related injuries and to keep your family protected is to attend fireworks displays and leave the lighting to trained professionals. Don't allow kids to pick up pieces of fireworks after an event. Some may still be ignited and can explode at any time. Here is a list of Bay Area locations where you and your family can view pub-

lic fireworks displays: • Alameda County Fair Fairgrounds • Berkeley Marina • Concord - Dave Brubeck Park • Livermore - Las Positas College • Martinez - Waterfront Park • Oakland - Jack London Square • Pleasant Hill - College Park High • Richmond - Craneway Pavilion • San Francisco - Pier 39 • San Jose - Municipal Stadium • San Pablo - El Portal Soccer Field Remember, All Fireworks are prohibited (including all “Safe and Sane” fireworks) within Hayward and the Fairview Fire Protection District. If you see someone playing with fireworks, even if they are the “Safe and Sane” variety, call the Hayward Police Department at: (510) 293- 7000. If a fire develops, call 911 immediately! For more information on Disaster Preparedness related materials please see our website at: www.hayward-ca.gov click on the red “Disaster Preparedness” button or contact the Hayward Fire Department Emergency Services Office for additional information at (510) 583-4948.

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PUBLIC NOTICES CIVIL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12626866 Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA Petition of: YEE MAN HO for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner YEE MAN HO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: YEE MAN HO to DOROTHY HO The Court orders that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. Notice of Hearing: Date: 7-13-12, Time: 8:45 A.M., Dept.: 504, Room: N/A The address of the court is 24405 AMADOR STREET, HAYWARD, CA 94544 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: What's Happening Tri City Voice Date: APRIL 23, 2012 WINIFRED Y SMITH JUDGE of the Superior Court 6/15, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/12 CNS-2331183#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465821 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Auto Sound & Auto Care, 3050 Osgood Court, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Joo Choe, 6353 Potrero Dr., Newark, CA 94560 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/ Joo Choe, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 31, 2012 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2336695# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466481 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Disceli Services, 36857 Newark Blvd., Unit A, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Adriana Discuo, 36857 Newark Blvd., Unit A, Newark, CA 94560 Ervin Discuo, 36857 Newark Blvd., Unit A, Newark, CA 94560 This business is conducted by Husband and Wife 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/ Adriana Discuo This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 18, 2012 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2336693# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466265 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Professional Patrol Services, Inc., 6258 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda, 35111 - F Newark Blvd., #92, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Professional Patrol Services, Inc., California, 6258 Cedar Blvd., Newark, CA 94560 This business is conducted by a Corporation 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/ Jeffrey Koroyan, Chief Executive Officer This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 12, 2012 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2336495# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465903 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: The Cheese Steak Shop, 40839 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Bilpol Enterprises, LLC, CA, 40839 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538 This business is conducted by a 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.) Bilpol Enterprises, LLC /s/ Ruth A. Kish, Member This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 04, 2012. 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2335342# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465819 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Lalo's Sewer & Drain Cleaning Services, 37790 Blacow Rd., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda, P.O. Box 1728, Fremont, CA 94538 Ejlalio Lauregin, 37790 Blacow Rd., Fremont,

CA 94536 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 4/20/2004 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/ Ejlalio Lauregin This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 31, 2012. 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2335340# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466328 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Mission Driving School, 1122 B Street, Ste. 305, Hayward, CA 94541, County of Alameda Balwant Singh Mangat, 3402 Bigoak Court, Hayward, CA 96542 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 20, 2006 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/ Balwant Singh Mangat, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 13, 2012. 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2335338# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466338 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Eds Electric, 3852 Jersey Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Eduardo Reynoso A, 3852 Jersey Rd., 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 6/13/12 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/ Eduardo Reynoso A This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 13, 2012 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2333309# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466266 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MOWRY DENAL PRACTICE OF THI HOANG DDS INC., 2147 MOWRY AVE SUITE A5, FREMONT, CA 94538, County of ALAMEDA THI HOANG DDS INC., 2147 MOWRY AVE SUITE A5, FREMONT, CA 94538 (CA CORPORATION) This business is conducted by A CORPORATION The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 4-23-12 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/ THI HOANG This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JUNE 11, 2012 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). 6/26, 7/3, 7/10, 7/17/12 CNS-2333172# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465513 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PACIFIC COAST SYNERGY, 30093 AHERN AVE., UNION CITY, CA 94587, County of ALAMEDA CORINA RODRIGUES, 6232 ROBERTSON AVE., NEWARK, CA 94560 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/ CORINA RODRIGUEZ This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on MAY 22, 2012 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). 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/12 CNS-2332874# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466358 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Better Trade Discount Cigarettes, 1623 Park St., Alameda, CA 94501, County of Alameda Shakti Khanal, 22270 Montgomery St. #2, Hayward, CA 94541 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/ Shakti Khanal This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 13, 2012. 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). 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/12

CNS-2332789# STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 427263 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Better Trade Discounts Cigarettes, 1623 Park St., Alameda, CA 94501 The fictitious business name statement for the partnership was filed on 07/22/2005 in the County of Alameda. Abdulmalik S. Harbi, 1339 Pierce Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577 Moad S. Harbi, 1339 Pierce Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577 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/ Abdulmalik Harbi Moad Harbi This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 13, 2012. 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/12 CNS-2332785# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466311 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: US Perishables, 7700 Edgewater Dr. #606, Oakland, CA 94621, County of Alameda P.O. Box 4681, Hayward, CA 94540 Great Rate Quote, Inc., California, 7700 Edgewater Dr. #606, Oakland, CA 94621 This business is conducted by a Corporation The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/1/11 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/ Sea Mackay, Exec. Vice Pre. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 12, 2012 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). 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/12 CNS-2332394# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466173 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SAI IMPEX, 38440 PRINCETON TERRACE, FREMONT, CA 94538, County of ALAMEDA ANIL KUMAR GUPTA, 38440 PRINCETON TERRACE, 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/ ANIL KUMAR GUPTA This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JUNE 8, 2012 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). 6/15, 6/26, 7/3, 7/10/12 CNS-2331194# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466032 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: STEP IN FITNESS/CURVES 6335 JARVIS AVE NEWARK CA 94566, County of ALAMEDA MAMATA S DESHPNDE 5910 REMER TERRACE FREMONT CA 94555 SHRIKANT C DESHPANDE 5910 REMER TERRACE FREMONT CA 94555 This business is conducted by HUSBAND AND WIFE 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/ MAMATA S DESHPANDE This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on JUN 5 2012 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). 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3/12 CNS-2328377# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465668 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Sourpuss Sweets, 38660 Pickering Terr, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Judith Ann Player, 38660 Pickering Terr, Fremont, CA 94536 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/ Judith Ann Player This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 24, 2012 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). 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3/12 CNS-2328094# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465806 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TJ Truck and Tires Repair, 42400 Boyce Rd., Suite E, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Grutej Singh, 42400 Boyce Rd., Suite E, Fremont, CA 94538 Jaswinder Singh, 42400 Boyce Rd., Suite E, Fremont, CA 94538 This business is conducted by a Joint venture The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 05/30/2012 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/ Grutej Singh Jaswinder Singh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 30, 2012 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 autho-

rize 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). 6/8, 6/15, 6/26, 7/3/12 CNS-2325686# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465836 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Kehleidoscope, 32728 Gilroy Ct., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Kehlei Chen, 32728 Gilroy Ct., Union City, CA 94587 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/ Kehlei Chen This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 31, 2012 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). 6/8, 6/15, 6/26, 7/3/12 CNS-2325659# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465777 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Naturals 365, 48255 Turquoise St., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Aihong He, 48255 Turquoise St., Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 05/30/2012 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/ Aihong He This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 30, 2012 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). 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/12 CNS-2325036# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465812-814 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Pro Local Movers, 2. Bay Area Moving & Californias Movers Moving, 3. California's Movers, 47000 Warm Springs Blvd., #260, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Champions Movers Inc., 47000 Warm Springs Blvd., #260, Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by a Corporation 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/ Maul Kadish This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 31, 2012 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). 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/12 CNS-2325032# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465788 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Neesh Travels, 39800 Fremont Blvd., #124, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Ravinder Singh Arora, 39800 Fremont Blvd., #124, 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 05/30/12 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/ Ravinder Singh Arora, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 30, 2012 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). 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/12 CNS-2324438# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 465789 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Limo Alpine, 39800 Fremont Blvd., #124, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Limo Alpine LLC, California, 39800 Fremont Blvd., #124, Fremont, CA 94538 This business is conducted by a limited liability company The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 05/30/12 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/ Ravinder Singh Arora, Sole Member This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 30, 2012 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). 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/12 CNS-2324434# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465644 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: California Trucking Services, 34937 Silverlock Ct., Fremont, CA 94555, County of Alameda Parminder Singh, 34937 Silverlock Ct., 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/ Parminder Singh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 24, 2012

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). 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26/12 CNS-2324383# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465705 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SP TECH, 40894 GAUCHO WAY, FREMONT, CA 94539, County of ALAMEDA SHIRLEY CHAN, 40894 GAUCHO WAY, FREMONT, CA 94539 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/ SHIRLEY CHAN This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on MAY 25, 2012 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). 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/26/12 CNS-2323074# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465692 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: US PREMIER TRAVEL, 40336 PACIFIC ST., FREMONT, CA 94538, County of ALAMEDA XIAOMING LIU, 40336 PACIFIC ST., 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 5-25-2012 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/ XIAOMING LIU This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on MAY 25, 2012 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). 6/1, 6/8, 6/15, 6/26/12 CNS-2322866#

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JAMES WILLIAM FISCHER CASE NO. RP12628926 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: James William Fischer A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Elizabeth Jo Wegstein in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Elizabeth Jo Wegstein be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on July 25, 2012 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: David B. Pastor, Esq., 1280 Boulevard Way, Suite 212, Walnut Creek, CA 94595-1102, Telephone: (925) 932-3346 6/26, 6/29, 7/6/12 CNS-2335458#

PUBLIC AUCTION/SALES NOTICE OF LIEN SALE AT PUBLIC AUCTION Purchase order #707003197A Notice is hereby given that personal property in the following units will be sold at public auction: on the 13th of July 2012, at or after 11:15 am pursuant to the California Self-Storage Facility Act. The sale will be conducted at: U-Haul Moving & Storage of Fremont, 44511 Grimmer Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538. 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 Karen Schneider 188 3/27/12 Tonya James 256U 5/1/12 6/26, 7/3/12 CNS-2336582# NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. .seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on July 19, 2012 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other household items located at: Public Storage 27019 47209 Warm Springs Blvd. Fremont , CA 94539-7461 (510) 659-6993 Time: 1:30 PM Stored by the following person (s): A087 - Barnes, Matt

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PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF William Marshak

Political ethics a governmental decision in which he [or she] knows or has reason to know he has a financial interest.”

WILLIAM MARSHAK

lthough combining “political” and “ethics” in the same sentence may be considered by some to be an oxymoron, strict rules are applied – in theory – to those elected to public office. The California Fair Political Practices Commission is charged with the responsibility of proposing and amending regulations for public officials. Many of these regulations govern the limit and valuation of gifts, economic interests and other matters that could unfairly affect or influence voting. When is it proper for an official to participate in votes that could affect the economic well-being of citizens, friends, business associates and/or their own interests? The use of “recusal” – disqualification from discussion and participation - is to protect the public from biased votes that may result in unfair outcomes. When can acceptance of any economic reward be considered a bribe or prejudicial? When is an ethical line crossed if a friend, business acquaintance, associate or client might be able to exert disproportionate pressure on a decision? An entire section of the California Code of Regulations deals with these thorny issues; elected officials are instructed to seek assistance guidance from legal counsel when in doubt. Government Code Section 87100 provides that “no public official at any level of state or local government shall make, participate in making or in any way attempt to use his [or her] official position to influence

As complex as the rules are, much comes down to common sense and the responsibility of each member of a decision-making body to fulfill their role as representatives of the electorate. On many city councils there are only five councilmembers entrusted with the burden of making important decisions. In the absence of even one member, the result of voting by those remaining can be significantly altered; an evenly split vote, 2-2, is not a majority. Additional sections of the Code clarify the legality of actions by elected officials in a myriad of situations. For instance, Section 87103 provides that an official has a financial interest in a decision “if it is reasonably foreseeable that the decision will have a material financial effect, distinguishable from its effect on the public generally, on the official, a member of his or her immediate family, or on any of [certain enumerated economic interests.]” An analytical process has been developed to determine if a conflict of interest exists and how it should be resolved. In many cases, withdrawing from the decision-making process is the best course of action when the result of an action has a direct and undeniable impact on the economic well-being of an elected official or immediate family. In such a case, the path is obvious – abstention from consideration and voting. It is only when economic interests are less clear that problems of interpretation may arise. Politicians are required to publically disclose financial interests and determine if they will be compromised by business or personal circumstances. If business or personal holdings are widespread and pervasive, the effectiveness of an elected official may be severely compromised to the point of near total neutrality. In that case, the seat held is marginalized and of no practical use.

As November elections draw closer and political choices are presented to voters, candidates will be required to disclose material interests and be scrutinized for possible conflicts of interest. Past and future decisions of governing bodies will be at stake when considering which votes may be compromised by recusals. For incumbents, a record of past recusals and their basis can indicate vulnerability of future votes on critical issues. Scrutiny of all candidates’ financial and business interests is important to determine problems for future decisions. We elect our public officials to make decisions – popular and not. If issues are relegated to a host of recusals due to conflicting interests or perceived economic pressure, the loss of a vote can be debilitating to the process. Rules apply to real property and material changes affecting licensing and severe economic consequences, but the rules are designed to clarify rather than obscure. When decisions are relegated to economic recusal or timidity, the result is ineffective governance. Political ethics rules were instituted to protect the public from back room deals and politics for profit. Both candidates and voters need to be wary of elections that create the opposite effect – no voting due to too many conflicts of interest. Disclosure statements for public review give valuable clues for voters; Tri-City Voice will examine these statements and include pertinent information in candidate summaries as elections become imminent. For more information about political practice regulations, visit the Fair Political Practices Commission website: www.fppc.ca.gov

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Probation chief resigns ADJUDICATION:

SUBMITTED BY GUY ASHLEY David Muhammad, Alameda County’s Chief Probation Officer, has decided to resign from his position effective August 3, 2012, in order to pursue other opportunities. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors today accepted Mr. Muhammad’s resignation and wishes him the best in his future endeavors.

A thorough investigation conducted by an impartial third party concluded that allegations of sexual harassment and assault against Mr. Muhammad were not substantiated. Given this conclusion, Alameda County and Mr. Muhammad will continue to defend the civil action filed against them. Acting Probation Chief LaDonna Harris will continue in her role pending further action by the Board of Supervisors.

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Summer Travel Safety Tips SUBMITTED BY CHRIS COCHRAN Final school bells are ringing, graduations are underway, hot weather and vacations are on tap. Millions of Californians are expected to hit the roads on the way to the beaches, mountains and all of the state’s scenic and fun-time wonders. Whether you have longstanding travel plans, a last minute road trip in mind, or just sticking around town this summer, the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) reminds you to give some thought to your summer travel to ensure everyone arrives safely and can enjoy the trip. Plan Your Trip Plan, map and estimate the duration of your driving ahead of time and let others know your plans. You can estimate the cost of gas for your trip at http://fuelcostcalculator.aaa.com/. Expect to encounter roadwork, delays & detours – ‘Slow for the Cone Zone’ Check road conditions, including possible road closures. Visit www.dot.ca.gov for real time highway conditions. Prepare Your Vehicle Check the tires, including the spare – proper inflation and good tread can save money, time and lives. Inspect the engine, battery, hoses, belts and fluids for wear and proper levels. Check the A/C. Do a “once around” – test all the lights, wipers

and clean the windows (inside and out) If you’re not sure of what to do, consider a quick inspection by a qualified technician. A few dollars up front can mean peace of mind and safe arrivals, as well as no costly on-the-road repairs and trip interruptions. Prepare an Emergency Roadside Kit, including jumper cables, a flashlight and plenty of bottled water. For a complete list, visit www.ots.ca.gov/roadsideemergencykit.asp Safety First and Always Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time. If you have a flat tire, engine problems or a fender bender, drive out of traffic lanes and off the highway if possible – freeway shoulders are not safe for repair work Always plan ahead, use a Designated Sober Driver. If you see suspected drunk drivers, it is legal and encouraged for you to call 911. Clues can help motorists detect a drunk driver: excessive weaving/swerving, especially in and out of the lane; traveling at speeds much slower than the flow of traffic; braking erratically or stopping in the lane; sudden stops for signal lights and slow starts once they change; remaining at the signal lights after they turn green – asleep at the wheel; making wide turns and/or cutting the corner striking the curb.

Doing business in California, now easier with eReg SUBMITTED BY YATING CAMPBELL Starting or doing business in California is now easier with eReg, the Board of Equalization's (BOE) new secure electronic registration system. The user-friendly service offers a convenient, fast and free way to apply online for a permit, license or account. “BOE remains committed to improving taxpayer experience. With eReg, taxpayers can be confident they have necessary permits and licenses required for their business,” said Betty T. Yee, First District Board of Equalization Member. Beginning June 18, 2012, users can access eReg from the BOE’s secure website, around the clock, to apply for a seller’s permit, pay use tax and egister for other tax and fee programs. Answer a few simple questions and the system guides the user through the process of acquiring relevant permits, licenses or accounts. If users do not have the time to finish the application process, they can save it and complete it later. Additionally, eReg allows users to register for a special tax or fee account such as International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) accounts and Cigarette and Tobacco Products Retailer's Licenses; add a new business location; easily make use tax payments; view the status of your account(s) online; and access helpful reference materials, forms, and publications. View a short video about eReg at youtube/yajs02nalvQ. For a complete list of features and to learn how eReg can help, visit www.boe.ca.gov/elecsrv/ereg/index.html.

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Government Briefs City Council summaries do not include all business transacted at the noted meetings. These outlines represent selected topics and actions. For a full description of agendas, decisions and discussion, please consult the website of the city of interest: Fremont (www.ci.fremont.gov), Hayward (www.hayward-ca.gov), Milpitas (www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov), Newark (www.ci.newark.ca.us), Union City (www.ci.union-city.ca.us).

Fremont City Council Fremont City Council June 19, 2012 Consent Calendar: Authorize networking equipment purchase from NetXperts, Inc. in the amount of $247,120.80 Award a 3-year maintenance contract for landscape and streetscape services to Gachina Landscape Management in a amount not-to-exceed $630,000 plus 20% extra work and one-time baseline upgrades of $150,000. One year amendments can extend the contract term to eight years. Revise Bay Friendly Landscape requirements for Civic Improvement projects with 2,500 – 10,000 square feet of irrigated landscape area. Remove landmark status from 42 trees that no longer exist and extend status to 23 other trees. Appropriate $969,800 from Public Safety Bond funds to Police Seismic Retrofit project. Authorize consulting services and software from Oracle/PeopleSoft Human Capital Management Human Capital Management 9.1 system. Contract with CedarCrestone, Inc. in an amount not-toexceed $560,736 and Gideon Taylor Con-

sulting in an amount not-toexceed $176,191.25 Added to Consent: Appoint Vice Mayor Anu Natarajan as voting delegate to League of California Cities Annual Conference with Councilmember Bill Harrison as voting alternate. Ceremonial: Honor Kourosh Nikoui for 25 years service to the City of Fremont as a forensic specialist with Fremont Police Department. Public Communications: As a member of the Fourth of July Citizen’s Committee, Steve Cho asked the council Kourosh Nikoui was honored at the Fremont City Council meeting on June 19 for 25 years service with Fremont Police for some City support for the Department. Mayor Gus Morrison and Police Chief Craig Steckler presented a plaque and spoke of Nikoui’s achievements. parade, currently funded entirely by private donations. Another member of the Fourth of July Mayor Gus Morrison Aye This request has been made before and he Parade Committee, Maggie Pederson, also Vice Mayor Anu Natarajan Aye noted that although the City of Fremont spoke about the upcoming parade. Bill Harrison Aye pays a fee for a parade outside Fremont, it Successor Agency: Suzanne Lee Chan Aye does not lend any support to the Fourth of An oral report by Community DevelDominic Dutra Absent July Parade held within Fremont and for opment Director Jeff Schwob was received Fremont. He praised some councilmemregarding oversight of former Redevelopbers for active fundraising help, notably ment Agency asset disposition. Next meetVice Mayor Anu Natarajan. ing scheduled for October 3, 2012.

PUBLIC NOTICES B065 - GROCOCK, SUSAN C136 - Thompson, Booker All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. Dated on this 26th day of June 2012 and 3rd day of July 2012, by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 244-8080, Bond No. 5857632 6/26, 7/3/12 CNS-2333951# NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to the California Self-Service Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. .seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on July 17, 2012 personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other household items located at:

Public Storage 22317 35360 Fircrest St . Newark , Ca 94560-1004 (510) 792-7172 Time: 9:45 AM Stored by the following person (s): A071 - Leslie, Debbie A086 - Lopez, Desiree B003 - Bryant, Tracie C139 - Lindberg, John A035 Appice Steven Public Storage 08026 37444 Cedar Blvd , Newark , Ca 94560-4134 (510) 790-0112 Time: 10:30 AM Stored by the following person (s): 2126 - Miller, Carrie 3031 - Johnson, Jeff 3032 - Gharzouzi, Jean 5026 - Swanson, Robert 6011 - Tift, Kristy

Letter to the Editor

The need for dialogue June 5, 2012 results show that voters want an honest, broad-ranging dialogue about the future of Silicon Valley and our nation at-large and I look forward to continuing the conversation, as our

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campaign is about engaging with each voter throughout the new 17th Congressional District. As I travel the district, people are asking that together we continue our work to strengthen the local economy and bring high quality jobs to Silicon Valley, reform health care and revolutionize our educational system for each child. I’ve heard the voice of the unemployed

Fremont, Ca 94536-5736 (510) 792-3490 Time: 11:45 AM Stored by the following person (s): A120 - Pittman, Joyce A159 - Nadeemullah, Najeeb E615 - Jackson, Joyce E654 - Hill, Aritha F428 - Kerlegan, Francis

D130 - SANKARARAMAN, PREMA Public Storage 00303 4444 Enterprise Street Fremont , CA 94538-6307 (510) 656-7268 Time: 1:30 PM Stored by the following person (s): A037 - Sanders, Alana B006 - Roper, Claudia D051 - Demetro, Rick All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale. Dated on this 26th day of June 2012 and 3rd day of July 2012, by PS Orangeco, Inc., 701 Western Avenue, Glendale, CA 91201, (818) 244-8080, Bond No. 5857632 6/26, 7/3/12 CNS-2333940#

Public Storage 24211 42101 Albrae Street Fremont , CA . 94538-3123 (510) 657-6077 Time: 12:45 PM Stored by the following person (s): A219 - Blanco Diaz, Leticia A235 - Ferguson, Jesse A348 - Thach, Theresa A353 - Martinez Jr., Arcenio C007 - Villa, Jesse D103 - Cox, Tammi

line worker in Sunnyvale who is ready to return to work. I’ve heard the voice of the grandmother in Newark who fears her Social Security check is in jeopardy. I’ve heard the voice of the young father, who worked hard to immigrate to Silicon Valley so his children could have limitless opportunities. I remain ready to continue representing in Congress the diverse voices of our community.

I'd also like to express my appreciation to Charles Richardson, whose candidacy for the 17th Congressional District demonstrated care for our diverse community and served as a fine example of our participatory democracy in action. Thank you, Charles, for your commitment and service. US Representative Mike Honda

How stocks will fare in court ruling on health law BY BERNARD CONDON AP BUSINESS WRITER NEW YORK (AP) Insurers and other health care companies are facing costly new restrictions and fees under the new law. The Republicans, the party most associated big business, hate it. So if President Obama's health care overhaul is repealed by the Supreme Court this month, companies would rejoice, right? Well, not all of them. For many companies, overturning the law could mean less profit, not more. Certain health care insurers and hospitals could no longer expect to get payments from millions of newly insured patients. What's more, health care experts say many big companies want to see the law upheld because they've worked hard to adapt to it, and fear legislation replacing it might prove more costly to them. “There's no guarantee that Washington wouldn't come up with something more disruptive,” says Matthew Coffina, a health care analyst at Morningstar, a research firm. “You have to worry about what comes next.” The Supreme Court is expected to rule on the law, called the Affordable Care Act, by the end of the month. The justices will decide whether Congress went beyond its authority in the Constitution in passing it. They could throw out all of the convoluted law, part of it or decide to keep it intact. Opponents have focused on the so-called individual mandate. This requires virtually every U.S. resident to carry health insurance. Most of the estimated 50 million currently uninsured will be able to obtain taxpayersubsidized coverage, either through an expansion of Medicaid eligibility or new markets for private insurance

called exchanges. Some people are exempt from the mandate, illegal immigrants, for example. Here is how some companies will win or lose under four possible rulings by the high court. THE COURT THROWS OUT THE INDIVIDUAL MANDATE BUT KEEPS THE REST OF LAW Hospitals could find themselves in the sick ward. Hospitals have to foot at least some of the bill when uninsured patients show up for treatment. The law would help put an end to that by requiring most people to get coverage. Cut the requirement, and hospitals would have to continue paying out of pocket. Plus they would still have to swallow Medicare cuts in the law. Though it's not clear investors are anticipating this, they have been selling stock of hospital chains lately. Since the high court started considering the case in late March, they have pushed down the stock of Universal Health Services, Tenet Healthcare and Kindred Healthcare by 6 percent or more. The Standard & Poor's 500 fell 3.6 percent in the same period. But investors should be careful not to overreact. If the high court rejects the individual mandate, hospitals would still be better off than if there were no law. The tax credit to help pay for insurance and the expansion of Medicaid might remain. That would make it easier for millions of uninsured people to get coverage, meaning fewer non-paying patients. Some insurers could get hit, too. In a partial repeal, the law would still require insurers to offer policies to people with prior medical conditions such as diabetes and cancer. That raises the scary prospect of only costly, sick people signing up for coverage. Healthy people who would otherwise help pay for sick people's

bills with their premium payments might choose to stay uninsured. After all, they could always sign up for coverage once they got ill. This is why the Obama administration has asked the court to get rid of the coverage guarantee if the mandate is thrown out. But, again, investors shouldn't overreact. Insurers could limit losses under this scenario by dropping out of the business of directly selling coverage to individuals and sticking with just employer-sponsored plans. Or they could decide to stay in the individual market and recoup the cost of covering their new, sick customers by raising premiums. Studies suggest premiums in the individual market could jump by 10 percent to 30 percent. THE COURT REPEALS THE INDIVIDUAL MANDATE AND THE NEW COVERAGE RULES Insurers would win. They wouldn't have to worry about people signing up for coverage only after they got sick. They could just reject them. And the tax credit and Medicaid expansion would remain. Experts expect many uninsured would take advantage of those incentives to get coverage, and insurers would make more money. “You have the market you have today, plus you have subsidies,'' says Robert Laszewski, president of Health Policy and Strategy Associates, a consulting firm in Washington D.C. “That's Disneyland, that's fabulous.” Whether investors think the high court is likely to rule this way is another matter. Since the judges began reviewing the case three months ago, they've been selling managed care stocks, pushing a dozen of them down an average 9 percent, according to Bespoke Investment, a research firm. Just how much of a benefit insurers would see under this scenario is difficult

to know. Many insurers do the bulk of their business with employers, with individual policies accounting for a tiny share. At Wellpoint, one of the biggest providers of individual insurance, policyholders getting such coverage make up less than 5 percent of the total. THE COURT REPEALS THE ENTIRE LAW Insurers focused on Medicaid recipients could lose. Of the estimated 30 million people gaining coverage under the law, more than half are expected to benefit from the expansion of eligibility requirements for Medicaid, the federal-state program for low income families. Take away the law, and you take away those new customers. But it's unclear how much insurance stocks would fall, if at all. Morningstar's Coffina says he doesn't think Medicaid will pay as much in premiums for the new recipients as they do for the elderly, blind or disabled already in the program. And so he questions whether insurers specializing in Medicaid will lose much if the law is repealed. The stocks of two big insurers in this area – Centene Corp. and Molina Healthcare – are down more than 30 percent in the past three months. But Coffina says those companies have struggled with mispriced policies and other issues unrelated to the health care law. For the rest of the insurance industry, not much is likely to change in a full repeal. The law requires them to provide new benefits such as preventive care with no copayments and coverage for young adults until age 26 on a parent's plan. So it might seem that their costs would fall if the law is struck down. But insurers are already charging higher premiums for family plans to

compensate for these younger customers. And the costs aren't that steep anyway – less than 2 percent in additional annual costs to the insurers, Coffina estimates. What's more, insurers seem to like the new business. Earlier this month, UnitedHealth Group, Aetna and Humana said they'll continue to allow children to piggyback on their parents policies no matter how the court rules. They also said they will continue to not charge co-pays for preventive care. One winner could be drug companies. Under the law, they have agreed to pay a fee and cut the price of some medicines. Medicare recipients with high prescription drug costs are getting discounts averaging about $600. The companies could stop offering discounts if the law is repealed, though Wall Street stock experts who follow the industry aren't sure. The drug companies have spent time and energy negotiating the discounts, and so may be reluctant to throw all that work away. THE COURT KEEPS THE LAW In a sense, healthcare companies, and their investors, win. Laszewski, the consultant, says insurers and drug makers know the problems and costs of the law, and have already spent time and money complying with it, and so many don't want to it thrown out. Plus, they fear that the vacuum that a repeal would create could be filled with a more restrictive, more costly overhaul in the future. “No one really likes this law, but what's the alternative?” Laszewski says. “It's easier to fix a law in place with obvious flaws than starting over from scratch.” AP writers Tom Murphy in Indianapolis and Mark Sherman and Ricardo Alonso-Zaldivar in Washington contributed to this report.

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Shandra Martin passed away peacefully on June 15, 2012 in Fremont, CA at the age of 105. She was born to Rosendo and Carolina Diaz on May 3, 1907 in Spain. Beloved wife of the the late Galo Martin, she was a Fremont resident for 50 years and previously resided in Hayward.

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Tuesday, June 26 2:45 – 3:15 p.m. Cabrillo School, 36700 San Pedro Dr., Fremont 3:35 – 4:10 p.m. Parkmont School, 2601 Parkside Dr., Fremont 5:25– 6:10 p.m. Booster Park, Gable Dr. & McDuff Ave., Fremont 6:25– 6:55 p.m. Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., Fremont Wednesday, June 27 1:15 – 1:45 p.m. Hillside School, 15980 Marcella St., San Lorenzo 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Eden House Apartments, 1601 165th Ave., San Leandro 3:15 – 3:45 p.m. Baywood Ct., 21966 Dolores St., Castro Valley 4:50 – 5:15 p.m. Palomares Hills HOA Clubhouse, 6811 Villareal Dr., Castro Valley 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. Lomond Way & Greenridge Rd., Castro Valley

lage Apartments, 2999 Sequoia Terrace, Fremont Monday, July 2 2:00 – 2:45 p.m. Pioneer School, Blythe St. & Jean Dr., Union City 3:00 – 3:30 p.m. Alvarado Elementary School, Fredi St. & Smith St., Union City 4:15 – 4:45 p.m. Greenhaven Apts., Alvarado Blvd. & Fair Ranch Rd., Union City 5:15 – 6:45 p.m. Forest Park School, Deep Creek Rd. & Maybird Circle, Fremont Tuesday, July 3 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. Corvalis School, 14790 Corvalis St., San Leandro 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 Milpitas Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (800) 471-0991 For more information (408) 293-2326 x3060

Loving mother of Linda Stuart of Muldrow, OK and Richard Martin of Fremont, CA. Dearest sister of Mary Brockway of Colorado, and cherished grandmother of 2 and great-grandmother of 5. Shandra loved her family and garden. She enjoyed socializing at her son Richard's Beauty Salon, Martin's Beauty Salon and Supplies. She was a long time member of Holy Spirit Church. Family and friends are invited to celebrate Shandra's life at a 12:00 P.M. Memorial Mass on Monday, July 2, 2012 at Holy Spirit Church, 37588 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536. 39737 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont, CA 94538 510-494-1999 fax 510-796-2462 tricityvoice@aol.com www.tricityvoice.com

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For more information, call (510) 790-5546. Central Park Summer Concert Series Thursdays, June 28 – August 9 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Central Park Performance Pavilion 40000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont (510) 790-5546 www.fremont.gov Free

A bounce house and kids’ activities in the Kids' Fun Zone sponsored by NewPark Dental and Bay Area Jump will add to the family and kid-friendly environment. Chaka's MMM Barbecue Services will sell barbecue dinners at the concerts, with each week's menu a tasty surprise. All concerts are held at the Central Park Performance Pavilion from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. free and open to the public. Plan to arrive early, if you want a good parking spot; lots near the concert venue fill up by 5:15 p.m. The 2012 Summer Concert Series is presented by Washington Hospital Healthcare Systems with support from Dale Hardware and the Niles Rotary.

Concert Schedule: June 28: East Bay Mudd (big horn band playing R&B hits) July 12: Petty Theft (Tom Petty tribute band) July 19: Jukebox Heroes (decades of Billboard hits) July 26: Big Cat Tolefree (new flava Blues and Soul August 2: Georgi and the Rough Week (Blues with a Rock flair) August 9: The Houserockers (all your Rock ‘n Roll favorites)

Santa Clara County Library and Cupertino Library during the month of May. Explaining why the exhibit has been such an outstanding success, Raza says, “People look at other peoples’ religions and art, and appreciate it because every country and region of the country has their own history, and it is a part of human history to value these differences.” For more information, visit: www.islamicartexhibit.com.

BY NISHA PATEL PHOTOS COURTESY OF NABEELA RAZA Throughout the month of June, the Islamic Art Exhibit will be displayed at the Fremont Main Library including a children’s section in the computer room; additional artwork can be seen throughout the main hallway area. Local artists expressing the wide diversity of those following the Islamic faith are represented; Muslims from India, Pakistan, Africa, the Middle East, and America. Nabeela Raza, founder of the exhibit, stated that the primary purpose of the display is “To present Islamic art to the whiter, American community, and to build bridges among Muslims; to showcase art for everyone to enjoy. It provides a platform for Muslims from different backgrounds and origins to come together to

present their art.” Artwork displayed includes photographs, oil paintings, acrylic paintings, beadwork, calligraphy, digital art collages, ceramic pieces and visual art. Raza says that this year’s theme, “Miracle of Quran” is in recognition that although the Quran was received 1,400 years ago, much scientific knowledge was known at the time despite the lack of technology. These ideas are now resurfacing. Verses from the Quran, significant to science and nature, were used for artist inspiration. This is the third consecutive year of the Islamic Art Exhibit in Fremont which began with the help of Fremont Cultural Arts Council President Margaret Thornberry and Margaret Talt as an offshoot of a cross-cultural art exhibit. The current display was initially shown in April at the Islamic Cultural Center of Northern California in Oakland and visited the

Islamic Art Exhibit Through June 30 Monday and Tuesday: 1 p.m. – 9 p.m. Wednesday: Noon – 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday: 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401 www.islamicartexhibit.com

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Local schools win water conservation contest School in Fremont were the three winners. More than 2,000 students from these three schools entered the contest. Altogether, nearly 7,000 students from the Tri-City area entered the contest. Frank Jahn, ACWD Senior Public Information Representative, presented the schools with their checks during awards assemblies prior to the end of the school year. As a token of appreciation to those who helped their schools to win, each student received an ACWD aluminum water bottle emblazoned with the slogan, “There’s Never Enough Water to Waste.” Water conservation assemblies are only one part of ACWD’s School Education Program. Other facets of the program include classroom presentations, field trips, teacher workshops, a lending library, and free educational resources. The School Education Program reaches more than 27,000 TriCity students each year. For more information, please visit www.acwd.org.

SUBMITTED BY FRANK JAHN Three local schools have won $1,000 each in the Alameda County Water District’s “Let’s Save Water” Water Conservation Contest. Throughout the past school year, ACWD sponsored water conservation assemblies in 31 schools in Fremont, Newark, and Union City. Performed by ZunZun, a musical duo from Santa Cruz, the assemblies focused on how students can save water around the house. At the end of each assembly, students were encouraged to visit a “secret” page on the ACWD website where they could enter a contest to help their schools win $1,000. Once on the “secret” page, students watched a fun video featuring water conservation tips, took a short quiz about what they had learned from the video, and submitted their answers to ACWD. The three schools submitting the most valid entries would win $1,000. Eastin Elementary School in Union City, Mission Valley Elementary School in Fremont, and Chadbourne Elementary

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SUBMITTED BY CHRISTINE BENDER Sun Gallery’s week-long summer program for ages 6-12 will immerse the child artist in a holistic visual art education experience. Program hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with one day drop-in available during weeks that we have at least four students in full week art camp. There will be different themes each week. Daily guided discussions in the gallery teach children to think and talk about art. They visit our gallery art exhibit (at same location) to discuss the art and practice sketching. Curriculum is a direct, hands-on experience that explores two and three dimensional art forms, line, color, texture, space and shape. Projects may include drawing, painting, bookmaking, masks, fiber art, recycled

art, paper mache, and sculpture. Children bring their own lunch each day with a healthy snack and water provided. A full week of classes, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., is available for a fee of $225, or a one day drop in for a fee of $45 per day. Parents can register early with no advance registration fee, and payment must be made before the camp starts. To learn more, call Sun Gallery at (510) 5814050, e-mail sungallery@comcast.net, or visit online at www.sungallery.org. Gallery hours are Wednesday - Saturday, 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Summer Art Day Camps July 9 – August 17 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Monday - Friday Sun Gallery 1015 E Street, Hayward (510) 581-4050 www.sungallery.org

he National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) is leading the way by measuring how well students apply their understanding of science in real-life contexts. The Nation’s Report Card Science in Action: Hands-On and Interactive Computer Tasks from the 2009 Science Assessment marks the first time that both tasks were included as part of the NAEP science assessment. The results reveal that America’s fourth, eighth, and 12th graders can conduct science investigations using limited data sets, but many students lack the ability to explain results. The report shows that students were challenged by parts of investigations requiring more variables to manipulate, strategic decision-making in collecting data, and the explanation of why a certain result was the correct conclusion. The new interactive computer tasks and updated hands-on tasks that involve more open-ended scenarios were administered as part of the 2009 science assessment by the National Center for Education Statistics to a nationally representative sample of more than 2,000 students in each of grades 4, 8 and 12. The findings provide important insights for educators and policymakers who are looking for academic approaches that support careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields, and encourage scientific inquiry. “Science is fundamental to education because it is through scientific inquiry that students understand how to solve problems and ultimately how to learn,” said David Driscoll, chairman of the National Assessment Governing Board, which sets policy for NAEP. “So it’s tragic that our students are only grasping the basics and not doing the higher-level analysis and providing written explanations needed to succeed in higher education and compete in a global economy.” The purpose of using hands-on and

interactive computer tasks in testing is to determine whether students can solve problems as a scientist would and require students to perform actual science experiments. Interactive computer tasks require students to solve scientific problems in a computer-based environment, often by simulating a natural or laboratory setting. “This innovative format allows for a richer analysis than a paper-and-pencil test,” Driscoll said. “Interactive computer tasks allow us to more deeply examine students’ abilities to solve problems because the tasks generate much more data.” Only 53 percent of 12th graders reported that they were enrolled in a science course, and only 28 percent reported writing a report on a science project at least once a week. Ninety-two percent of fourth graders and 98 percent of eighth graders had teachers who reported doing hands-on science activities with students at least monthly. Thirtynine percent of fourth graders and 57 percent of eighth graders had teachers who reported having at least a moderate emphasis on developing scientific writing skills. The assessment measures science skills in a number of ways. Some questions use a model known as “predict-observe-explain” to examine students’ ability to combine their science knowledge with real-world investigative skills. To correctly predict, students had to provide an accurate description of what might happen in a situation. For instance, when asked what kind of sunlight conditions were needed for a sun-loving plant and a shade-tolerant plant, 59 percent of fourth graders showed understanding that different plants have different sunlight needs. Through the observe phase, students watched what happened as they conducted their experiments. Eighty percent of fourth graders made straightforward observations and tested how fertilizer and sunlight affected plant growth, but

Fremont Interim Fire Chief named SUBMITTED BY CITY OF FREMONT Geoff LaTendresse has been appointed as Interim Fire Chief of Fremont following Chief Bruce Marin’s retirement. Chief LaTendresse is responsible for the operational readiness of the Fremont Fire Department - 153 full-time employees and 11 fire stations. Chief LaTendresse was raised in the City of Fremont and attended Vallejo Mills Elementary, Gomes Elementary, Hopkins Jr. High and graduated from Mission San Jose High School. A 26-year veteran of the fire service, LaTendresse spent the first five years of his career with the Campbell Fire Department as a Firefighter/Paramedic before coming to Fremont in 1990. As a member of the Fremont Fire Department he has held the ranks or Firefighter/Paramedic, Captain/Paramedic, Division Chief and Deputy Fire Chief. His career as a Paramedic spanned 14 years.

only 35 percent could perform a higherlevel task that required them to make decisions about the best fertilizer levels for a sun-loving plant. Students were then asked to explain what they had observed by interpreting data or drawing conclusions. Across all grade levels, a majority of students could observe, but far fewer could predict or explain. In fourth grade, fewer than 50 percent of students could explain why they selected a given fertilizer amount to support plant growth and use evidence to support their answer. At grade 8, 88 percent of students could correctly identify which liquid flowed at the same rate as water at a given temperature, while only 54 percent could support this answer with a written explanation of the evidence. At twelfth grade, 64 percent of students could recommend the site for a new town based on information provided about water quality, while 75 percent of students could perform a straightforward investigation to test the water samples and accurately tabulate data. But only 11 percent were able to provide a valid recommendation and support their conclusions with details from the data. For more detailed information and materials on recent results, visit http://www.nagb.org/science/hots-icts/ Science in Action: Hands-On and Interactive Computer Tasks from the 2009 Science Assessment is available at www.nationsreportcard.gov About: The Nation’s Report Card is the largest nationally representative, continuing evaluation of the condition of education in the United States and has served as a national yardstick of student achievement since 1969. The National Assessment Governing Board is an independent, bipartisan board whose members include governors, state legislators, local and state school officials, educators, business representatives and members of the general public.

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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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SUBMITTED BY MILPITAS HISTORICAL SOCIETY The Milpitas Historical Society is sponsoring a "Community Tour" on Saturday, June 30 starting at 10 a.m. The tour is scheduled for three stops, but can be joined anywhere along the route. The tour is free and open to the public to acquaint them with historic places in and around Milpitas. The first stop, at 10 a.m., is at the Higuera Adobe, the first Rancho in Milpitas, at North Park Victoria Drive and Wessex Place. There will be a tour of the building and grounds to learn about the main structure, the out-buildings, the 150-year-old pepper trees, the giant sycamore, the Higuera rose and cactus hedge. The story of the Higuera family and the adobe, which is now a Milpitas Park, will be told for all to enjoy. The second stop, at 11 a.m., will be in the parking lot of AnJans Pet Supply Store, 111 South Main Street, which was the former Maple Hall. Visitors will see the 100-year-old tiles, where the old Penitencia Creek bed was and tour the Venturini House. The tour will also include the Milpitas Hotel site, Smith's (then Campbell’s) Corner (site where the first murder in Milpitas took place), the first fire station, and the site of the first store. At 11:30 a.m., the tour will make its final stop: a visit to the Silva apricot ranch at 891 Piedmont Road. This is the last working apricot ranch in Milpitas, where Kelly Silva and his family have cared for this vintage farm for almost 60 years. They will show how their Blenheim apricots are cut, laid out on trays, and taken by rail carts to be dried. Visitors will taste this delicious fruit and can even buy some to take home. The Milpitas Historical Society was founded in 1980 by concerned citizens to preserve the heritage and history of Milpitas. Some of the most involved citizens, and the ones most involved in the Society’s creation, were Elaine and Mort Levine – also the founders of the Milpitas Post newspaper. The Milpitas Historical Society7 has been involved in many fundraisers, given donations, and held events since their founding and are still very much active today. For further information on the Milpitas Historical Society or to sign up for the tour, call (408) 320-9587.

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