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et ready to rock your Sunday afternoons with the return of Newark's Music at the Grove on July 12. The free community event is celebrating its 25th season (surviving a brief hiatus in 2010 due to budget restrictions) under the eucalyptus trees of Shirley Sisk Grove, offering a great experience of live music and community fellowship. David Zehnder, Director of Recreation and Community Services for the City of Newark, describes the series as a lively, family atmosphere with music for everyone… “family entertainment appealing to all musical tastes." Big Bang Beat, The Fundamentals and Kelvin Boyd’s Drifters will have you on your feet with dance and party songs from every era, including big band, Motown, disco, and favorites from the 70s, 80s, 90s, and today. Big Bang Beat: continued on page 15

BY MAURICIO SEGURA PHOTOS BY BILL MANCEBO The blues… for some, it can mean the feeling of depression, dark moods, and loneliness. For others, it is a soundtrack of the spiritual soul of the Deep South. Since the turn of

Get your cultural infusion by attending the annual Japanese Bazaar hosted by the Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church in Union City. Celebrating their 50th year, the event was begun as a fundraiser for the church

and a way to provide a social outlet and introduction to the community. It has since grown into a long-standing tradition that reflects Japanese culture, offering two days of entertainment, games, shopping, and great food.

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the 20th Century, musicians like Robert Johnson, Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, and Ray Charles have brought this unique musical style to the masses. So influential has it been, that it crossed genres to artists like Elvis Presley, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Eric Clapton, and Bruno Mars who all incorporated it into their own styles, giving it continuity to generation after generation. From 1853 to 1964, a small unincorporated community known as Russell City existed in Hayward. Its residents consisted mostly of African Americans relocated from the south. Through them, the area's blues heritage quickly gained notoriety, and although Russell City is no longer on the map, its legacy lives on in an annual Blues Festival. On July 7 and 8, the 13th annual Hayward Russell City Blues Festival will be held on the grounds of Hayward City Hall. Over thirty acts will fill two stages with their sweet soulful blues sounds, while 3,500 expected attendees will enjoy amazing food continued on page 32 Bookmobile Schedule . . . . . . 23

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Dermatologist Talks About Causes, Prevention and Management of Skin Cancer

S Plan Ahead with Washington Hospital’s Advance Care Planning Services It’s difficult to sit down with loved ones and talk about dying and your end-of-life wishes. But it’s nothing compared to the difficulty we may face if we don’t. “Families end up standing at the bedside of their loved one struggling with the decisions that have to be made, wondering what that loved one would have wanted, possibly experiencing conflict with other family members about decision making or living with guilt about whether they made the right choices,” says hospice nurse Ellen Cuozzo, R.N., CHPN. “It happens all too often when end-of-life plans aren’t put in place.”

Washington Hospital’s new Advance Care Planning program is a free service aimed at helping community members complete an advance directive. Once a month, Ellen Cuozzo, R.N., CHPN, Washington Hospital’s Director of Hospice Services, will be available in the Washington Community Health Resource Library to answer questions, provide the necessary documents, and help get those documents put into place.

Cuozzo is determined to spare others that pain with Washington Hospital’s new Advance Care Planning program, a free service aimed at helping community members make informed decisions about their end-of-life health care. Once a month beginning this month, Cuozzo, director of hospice services, will be available in the Washington Community Health Resource Library to answer questions about advance care planning, provide the necessary documents to complete an Advance Directive or POLST, and help get those documents implemented. Advance directives – easier than you think “Advance care planning is about deciding treatments tailored to patient’s health care goals; what medical care you want and don’t want at the end of your life, and writing those wishes down,” says Cuozzo. That written document is known as an advance directive. “It’s a legal document that allows you to speak when your voice is absent, for whatever reason,” explains Cuozzo. “People have a tendency to be fearful of this document,” she says. “I tell them what a gift it is for those who have to make decisions for you when you’re no longer able to. It’s so much easier to make those decisions when you have your loved ones wishes, in their own words.” In addition to stating your health care wishes, an advance directive allows you to name two people as agents to speak on your behalf – a process known as appointing a power of attorney for health care. However, when an advance directive is created, no attorney involvement is required. “People tend to think this is a much more complicated process than it is,” notes Cuozzo. “The biggest challenge is getting all the elements to come together – having the form in hand, the time to think about your wishes, and a resource available to answer any questions about end-of-life health care choices and treatments. All those opportunities come together here.” Who will speak for you? Cuozzo sits down with visitors and goes through the advance directive document section by section. She explains what the patient needs to fill out, discusses their values and goals for end-of-life care, and answers any questions about general medical procedures or life-prolonging treatments that might be used. Patients needing more detailed or specific information about their own medical condition are referred to their doctor. She also explains what the role of the agent is, if the person chooses to name an agent. “I ask people who would be the best advocate for you and your wishes?” says Cuozzo. “Who would uphold your values? Who would stand up and ask the questions that you would ask and make the decisions that you would make, if you could still speak for yourself?” continued on page 5

ummertime is here. Warmer Basal cell carcinoma (BCC) repHe points out that skin cancer weather. Sunshine. And resents the most common type of cases have stayed constant or gone we’re spending more time skin cancer and typically causes loup in recent years, explaining that enjoying the outdoors, which calized damage to the skin. Unlike it takes 20 to 25 years for prevenmeans our skin is, too. melanoma, it most often does not tion measures to take effect. In As the largest organ of the body, metastasize to other areas of the other words, for younger generathe skin has many important functions, including providing a vital layer of protection from the outside, helping to maintain a constant body temperature, and making us aware of external stimuli. While one of the skin’s main jobs is to protect, it is susceptible to damage from the sun’s rays—either from prolonged exposure or even a single acute burn—that can lead to skin cancer. Next Tuesday, July 17, Sunil Dhawan, M.D. a dermatologist on the Washington Hospital medical staff, will present a skin cancer screening and lecture. “This seminar is meant to help people understand the causes of skin cancer and how to prevent it, Skin is susceptible to damage from the sun’s rays—either from prolonged exposure or even a single acute burn—that can lead to skin cancer. Dr. Sunil Dhawan, a dermatologist on the Washington as well as to talk about manageHospital medical staff, will present a skin cancer screening and lecture on Tuesday, July 17.To register ment of the disease,” Dr. Dhawan for the screening, you must call (800) 960-7070. states. “Usually older, fair-skinned individuals are at high risk for skin body. According to the Skin Cancer tions, it’s what you do now to procancer. The screening hopefully will Foundation, there are an estimated tect your skin that will cut your help address those at risk. Typically 10 2.8 million cases of BCC diagnosed skin cancer risk many decades into percent to 20 percent of cases we see in the United States annually, makthe future. during the screening are issues that ing it the most frequently occurring Dr. Dhawan says one of the need to be taken care.” form of all cancers. biggest mistakes he sees people make He says it’s a good idea to pay at“By visiting the dermatologist, you in regard to skin cancer prevention tention to your skin to identify any can identify and address pre-cancers is misunderstanding the sun protecspots that are growing or changing so early,” according to Dr. Dhawan. tion factor, also known as SPF, listed that you can address the problem early. “There are also preventive creams to on sunscreens. “It’s important to see the dermaabort early skin cancer, something peo“People don’t apply sunscreen tologist if you notice changes in ple are often not aware of.” regularly,” he says. “All too often your skin, because it could be a “It’s best to get seen and get they assume a high SPF will protect melanoma, which needs to be restarted on prevention strategy.” them for longer, when a higher SPF moved as soon as possible,” he says. He adds that safe sun practices only protects for two to three hours Melanoma is the most dangerous include: at a time regardless of the number.” type of skin disease since it is fast • Staying out of the sun from To learn more about the causes, growing and, if left untreated, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. prevention, and management of skin quickly spreads to other organs of • Wearing sunscreen cancer—and have your skin examthe body. According to the most re(SPF 30 or higher!) ined by a dermatologist—attend the cent statistics cited by the Centers • Reapplying sunscreen at regular upcoming seminar and screening on for Disease Control and Prevention intervals Tuesday, July 17. The screening will (CDC), in 2008, 59,695 people in • Avoiding tanning booths take place from 5 to 7 p.m. with the the United States were diagnosed “I estimate that less than 20 perlecture following from 7 to 9 p.m., with melanomas of the skin, includ- cent of people have good skin cancer in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. ing 38,484 men and 25,211 women. prevention habits,” Dr. Dhawan Auditorium, Rooms A and B, loOf those, 8,623 people in the says, adding: “Skin cancer is comcated at 2500 Mowry Avenue United States died from melanomas mon enough that someone you (Washington West) in Fremont. of the skin, including 5,672 men know has some type of skin cancer To register, call (800) 960-7070 and 2,951 women. or will get it in their lifetime.” or visit www.whhs.com.

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Martial arts, dancing, Japanese drums, and singing will be part of the entertainment, as well as Bonsai and Ikebana exhibits. Tote bags, aprons, folded birds, and other handmade craft items in Asian and Hawaiian patterns can be found in the Women’s Auxiliary boutique. A bookstore will offer Buddhist books and kids’ stories, as well as information on the religion; attendees can learn more from “dharma talks,” which explain Buddhist teachings and practices. For a minimal cost, kids can purchase a ticket for games such as nickel pitch, bingo, fish pond, and demon smash, receiving card punches for each game completed, which can then be turned in at the prize booth for a special treat. Traditional and American tastes will both be satisfied by an array of food including gyoza, udon, sushi, and manju, as well as chicken teriyaki, teriyaki burgers, cornon-the-cob, and ice cream. There will also be a takeout

area for those who just want to stop by and get some great food to take home. Experience another culture without straying far from home and see what delights you discover!

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Japanese Bazaar Saturday, July 7: 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday, July 8: 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church 32975 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City (510) 471-2581 www.sacbc.org Free

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Typically the patient then takes the document home to think through everything, talks with their potential agents to make sure they would honor their wishes and desires, then fills out the form and gets it signed by two witnesses. The witnesses must sign an advance directive the same day it is signed by the individual completing it. “It’s difficult to get the form witnessed here in the library because health care employees can’t legally serve as witnesses,” notes Cuozzo. “I recommend asking two good friends or neighbors.” Once an advance directive is implemented, it should be easily accessible and taken with you when you go to the hospital or medical appointments. Copies should be given to your agents and doctors. Cuozzo recommends carrying a small card in your wallet stating you have an advance directive and where it can be found. “Finally, keep in mind your advance directive can be changed any time your health care wishes change,” she stresses. Doctor’s orders The new program also offers help with another endof-life planning tool known as the POLST form, or Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment. The POLST form goes a step beyond an advance directive by turning your health care wishes about life-sustaining treatments – such as resuscitation if

SUBMITTED BY KATIE DERRIG Abode Services would like to thank the members of the Fremont Elks Lodge #2121 for their “home warming” donation to a formerly homeless family at Sunrise Village Emergency Shelter. Lodge members provided this family with a basket of household items (including bedding, towels, and cleaning supplies) to help them settle into their new apartment, which they secured during their stay at Sunrise Village. “This donation is just the most recent example of the Fremont Elks Lodge #2121's generosity toward families in need here in our community,” said

your heart stops or whether or not you want a feeding tube – into specific medical orders that should be followed by health care professionals. The form is signed by you and your doctor based on your wishes about the end-of-life health care you do and don’t want. “The POLST form is meant for someone who is critically, chronically or terminally ill, who may intermittently be in and out of the hospital (on a regular basis) and transported by emergency responders,” explains Cuozzo. The two-sided, hot pink form is easily recognizable and easily portable from one care setting to the next. Start the conversation Once the subject of end-of-life health care is broached, Cuozzo sees a transformation in people from “I can’t do this” to “I have to do this.” “They see how practical advance care planning is, and what a gift it is to those we leave behind,” she says. “Life is fragile,” adds Cuozzo, “Anything can happen to anyone at any time. We can be up and alert and able to speak for ourselves one moment, and lose that ability in the next. I encourage everyone over the age of 18 to plan ahead and make your end-of-life health care choices known today, for yourself, and your loved ones.” Learn more about Washington Hospital’s Advance Care Planning program The Advance Care Planning program will be held once a month in the Washington Community Health Resource Library. Walk-ins are welcome, or you can schedule an appointment by calling (510) 791-3496. When: Third Tuesday of the month, 3 to 5 p.m. Upcoming Dates: July 17, August 21, September 18, October 16, November 20, December 18 Location: Washington Community Health Resource Library, Washington West (2500 Mowry Avenue) first floor. For more information, visit www.whhs.com/hospice. For more information about advance directives, visit www.whhs.com/advance-directives.

Abode Services Executive Director Louis Chicoine. “For well over a decade, the Lodge members have given both monetary and in-kind donations to Abode Services, making a real difference in the lives of people in our community who are experiencing homelessness. We are very grateful to have the Elks as a community partner, and for the members' thoughtfulness and commitment to service.” Sunrise Village Emergency Shelter, located in Fremont, provides shelter and services to as many as 66 adults and children at a time. Residents receive three daily meals, housing and job search assistance, budgeting and life skills support, and other services that assist them in regaining self-sufficiency.

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Alicia Trost SUBMITTED BY JAMES K. ALLISON BART Communications Department Manager Alicia Trost will began work on June 18, 2012, overseeing the activities and operations of BART Communications Department. Trost has been the Communications Director for Senate President Pro Tempore Darrell Steinberg since 2011 and served as Press Secretary for Steinberg since 2008. She also

SUBMITTED BY DIANE DANIEL A piece of art by Cal State East Bay alumna Rozita Fogelman (’09 graphic design, ’11 MA interdisciplinary studies) will be on display at New York’s Times Square for millions of people to see and enjoy. Fogelman’s artwork is among thousands selected for the Art Takes Times Square billboard premiere event that opened Monday, June 18 when the NASDAQ bell rang at 9:30 a.m. EST. Selected pieces are displayed on bright, nine-foot by 12-foot LED screens on Broadway and W 43rd Street in place of advertisements. Fogelman, who lives in Berkeley, is a RussianAmerican conceptual artist and eco-art activist. The style of her work is mainly abstract expressionism with emphasis on experimental use of unconventional tools and techniques. Her work's primary focus is on energy, color, and surface. Thematically, her compositions explore three elements: body, land, and water.

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served as Press Secretary for Senate President Pro Tempore Don Perata from 2004 until 2008. Trost served as official spokesperson for both senators and managed strategic communication for high profile legislative actions. She was formerly an awardwinning news program producer for KTVU's "Mornings on Two," where she worked from 1998 to 2004. In November 2011, BART announced a reorganization of its communications and spokesperson functions to include one Department Manager and two Communications Officers to work with subject matter experts to respond to media inquiries and provide more transparent information.

The nonprofit arts organization, chashama, in collaboration with the Times Square Alliance and Artists Wanted, designed the exhibition on the screens of the busiest area of New York City so the pieces can be enjoyed by all. The space is being donated by billboard owners NASDAQ, Thomas Reuters, Clear Channel Spectacolor, and a2a MEDIA. Media featured in the exhibition will include photography, paintings, and digital works from around the world. Artwork in the show is in competition for prizes and will be included in an “Art Takes Times Square” book to be distributed worldwide. A winner’s party, with a Grand Prize of $10,000, was held the evening of the exhibition. Artists Wanted, chashama, and members of the public all had a chance to vote for their favorite works. Exhibition information can be found at www.chashama.org. Learn more about Fogelman’s work online at http://rozitafogelman.artistswanted.org/atts2012.

School Districts statewide prepare for Transitional Kindergarten SUBMITTED BY JENNIFER KERN With the Kindergarten Readiness Act intact and unchanged by the newly-passed state budget, school districts around the state continue to roll out transitional kindergarten, with approximately 2,000 classrooms opening in Fall 2012 and 6,000 total classrooms to be in operation by 2015. “With statewide transitional kindergarten implementation underway, we’ll see greater academic achievement, higher graduation rates, and fewer students being held back or placed in special education,” said Assemblymember Susan Bonilla (D-Concord). “Transitional kindergarten is going to be a game changer of immense proportions,” said Senator Joe Simitian (D-Palo Alto), who authored the law. “Full implementation will help reduce the drop-out rate and propel students to achieve math and English language proficiency by third grade.” To support high-quality statewide implementation this fall, Preschool California is launching new resources on tkcalifornia.org next month, which will provide teachers and administrators with expert-recommended best practices for getting their transitional kindergarten classes up and running. “Preschool California and all of our partners thank state legislators, superintendents, teachers and parents for their strong support of transitional kindergarten,” said Catherine Atkin, President of Preschool California. “We’re excited to launch new resources to support administrators and teachers to prepare their classrooms for the fall.” Transitional kindergarten supporters include the Advancement Project, Association of California School Administrators, Bay Area Council, California Federation of Teachers, California Kindergarten Association, California School Boards Association, California State PTA, California Teachers Association, Education Trust-West, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids California, Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce, Silicon Valley Leadership Group, Small School District Association and school districts, teachers and parents across California. Superintendents around the state praised the full implementation of transitional kindergarten, noting the significant educational gains they have already seen in their schools. Parents and teachers throughout the state hailed the significance of full implementation. “Kindergarten teachers over the years advocated valiantly for younger children to have a program that addresses researchbased, developmental goals to strengthen foundational learning,” said Ada Hand, President of the California Kindergarten Association. “We are thrilled to be moving toward implementation of transitional kindergarten! In TK, children will learn essential skills of self-control, how to cooperate with other children, build their fluency with English, and gain academic and physical skills that will enable them to succeed in kindergarten and beyond.” “The California State PTA strongly supports statewide implementation of transitional kindergarten, which will prepare children to enter kindergarten ready to learn and prepared to succeed,” said California State PTA President Carol Kocivar. “Parents know the confidence and skills their children gain in transitional kindergarten will lay the foundation for their academic careers.” The Kindergarten Readiness Act is the California law that changed the kindergarten entry date so that children enter school at age 5 and established transitional kindergarten, a developmentally-appropriate grade to serve those younger students with birthdays between September and December. As schools will serve the same number of students in transitional kindergarten that they previously served in traditional kindergarten, the law requires no additional funding allocation. Learn more at: www.preschoolcalifornia.org

Alameda County adopts budget with an uncertain future SUBMITTED BY LAURA LLOYD-JENKINS Even though State budget details continue to materialize, the Alameda County Board of Supervisors adopted a balanced, on-time FY 201213 Final Budget that approved a $2.6 billion spending plan and closed an $88.1M funding gap. Although this is the first funding gap of less than $100M in the past four years, tough cuts were made - including eliminating 37 vacant County positions and cuts to critical health and human services programs as a result of Stateimposed reductions in funding those programs. If the Governor’s package of tax-increases on the November ballot, is not passed, it could mean further reductions to programs important to local residents and leave a question mark related to guaranteed, ongoing funding for the State’s “realignment” plan which transfers responsibility for many public safety and health and human services programs from the State to local governments. “Realignment is taking us into uncharted territory,’’ said Supervisor Carson, “I believe it will be some time before we truly understand the full impact of these plans on Alameda County and the people we serve.’’ “We hope that details emerging at the State level and the passage of the final budget bill don’t further negatively impact the county”, said County Administrator Susan S. Muranishi. “We’re already squeezed financially as a result of a protracted economic slump, with demand for safety net services remaining unusually high and the resources to pay for these services diminished.”

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BY ANNIE YU Once upon a time, a man named John Rock decided he wanted to have his own plant nursery. He founded his nursery in 1865 in San Jose but later relocated to a much larger, almost 500-acre piece of land in Niles, with rich soil, a temperate climate and an abundance of water. On a normal work day, 175 men and 35 horses plowed, hauled, dug, pruned, washed

ing, descendant of the Roeding family that once operated the vast nursery. “We have so many catalogs and so many photographs. His family is just unbelievable, the pictures he has in there,” Blueford said of Bruce. “We’re inventorying what we have and trying to figure out how to use it to create a coherent tour to generate money to maintain [the nursery].” Blueford’s ambitions for the nursery may sound daunting, but she compared the task

The Vallejo Adobe, preserved at the California Nursery Company, is the second oldest building in the South Bay.

and gathered while working at the nursery. It became the largest retail nursery on the West Coast and was not only recognized as the best nursery in California but also won international recognition and praise. In 1917, several years after Rock’s death, George C. Roeding bought the California Nursery Company. The Roeding family made important contributions to various fruit tree industries and operated the nursery until the 1970’s. What was once the prime, family-operated and must-see attraction of Fremont has dwindled to a mere 20 acres of city-owned land leased to other nurseries. Sadly, many Fremont residents are not even aware of the once-famous nursery in their city. However, the non-profit educational organization, Math Science Nucleus (MSN), has accepted the challenge to restore part of the nursery and restore community appreciation of this valuable asset. “What our group is trying to do is to clean it up enough to start doing tours and get more interest in the place, because historically, this is just wonderful. And it’s just, nobody knows about it,” MSN president Joyce Blueford said. “It’s agricultural history upon which all of the South Bay - from Fremont to San Jose and Santa Clara valley - was built and nobody seems to celebrate it anymore.” MSN will be hosting volunteer clean up events at the nursery– including high school students looking for community service hours – to help restore the nursery. The first clean-up is Friday, July 6 from 10 a.m. to noon and will feature an introduction to the nursery. On following Tuesdays, weekly clean-ups will be held starting July 10 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Some volunteers need to be prepared for physical labor but not everyone. “We’re going to work on the big trees, said Blueford. Help is needed for physical work but also to help organize and archive historical items and documents owned by Bruce Roed-

to famous horticulturist and plant wizard Luther Burbank’s Santa Rosa home. “They make a ton of money on [that] and have tours all the time. These are famous people of the past… if you celebrate them, people will come to learn about them,” Blueford enthused. “It’s just like the Edison place, which is cool! It’s just cool. And then you have people coming. You just got to get the word out.” MSN focuses on increasing children’s and the public’s awareness of science through various classes, workshops, museums and historical points of interest. “But in order to do it [at the nursery] we have to preserve it first,” Blueford said. In addition to taking on the nursery project, MSN manages Tule Ponds and the Children’s Natural History Museum as well. “[Tule Ponds] started from nothing and we restored it to an urban forest, so that was real successful. Same with the children’s museum – all the fossils were going to get dumped and we saved them,” Blueford said. Blueford envisions a restored nursery that attracts busloads of kids for field trips on plant science and local history and creates a community that is aware and proud of their city’s historical significance. “We have all this beauty and all this history in Fremont,” Blueford said. ‘This is a big project, but taken one day at a time, we will make it work.” How you can help: California Nursery Clean-ups 36501 Niles Blvd., Fremont (from Mission Blvd., take a left on Nursery Ave. and head straight into the nursery) Friday, July 6 from 10 a.m. – noon (Walkthrough introduction) Every Tuesday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (starting July 10) Tule Ponds Work Days 1999 Walnut Ave., Fremont (behind the BART station) Every Saturday: 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Free water and energy audits SUBMITTED BY STEPHANIE NEVINS The Alameda County Water District, together with the City of Fremont and the City of Union City, are bringing the Rising Sun Energy Center’s Green House Calls program to residents of Fremont, Newark, and Union City once again this summer. Through the Green House Calls program, professionally trained, local Youth Energy Specialists will visit area homes to conduct free water and energy audits. Audits may include the installation of

free water and energy saving equipment such as efficient showerheads, faucet aerators, and CFL light bulbs. Participants will also receive a personalized water and energy savings plan. The Green House Calls program will run from July 3rd through August 9th. Audits are free to any interested renter or homeowner in the ACWD service area and are scheduled in advance. Call (510) 665-1501, ext. 10 or visit www.risingsunenergy.org for more information or to schedule an audit.

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Fremont Police Log SUBMITTED BY DET. WILLIAM VETERAN, FREMONT PD June 28 A residential burglary occurred at the 48000 block of Ventura Drive; investigated by CSO Aguirre. A residential burglary at the 3500 block of Sutton Loop; investigated by CSO Allen. A residential burglary occurred at 45900 block of Paseo Padre between 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 p.m.; investigated by Officer Hamblin. Officer Wilson stopped a bike near Merganser / Falcon; the subject fled over several residential fences leaving behind his bike, meth pipe and bolt cutters. June 29 The victim was a potential buyer of a vehicle from Craigslist. He met the suspect and seller of the vehicle at Greenpark Common and Ashwood Common. After the test drive, our victim decided not to buy the car. The suspect became angry and demanded gas money. Our victim who brought $1,100 dollars cash pulled out his wallet to give the suspect some gas money. The suspect saw the money and grabbed the wallet. The victim struggled to hold on to his wallet. The suspect punched the victim to get away. The loss was one bill from the wallet. An attempt commercial burglary occurred at 1611 Washington Boulevard; investigated by Officer Hollifield. A residential burglary occurred at Trinity Way Apartments at approx 6 p.m.; it was interrupted by neighbor. Two male suspects, one a Filipino male, 25 years “fat.” Case investigated by Officer Gilfoy. June 30 A residential burglary occurred on Twilight Common between Wednesday and Saturday;

entry from rear sliding glass door. Investigated by CSO B. Aguirre. Officer Lambert located a juvenile victim of a hit and run collision near 7-11 on Central. The 15-yearold male was riding on his skateboard in the crosswalk when he was hit by a car. The driver talked with the juvenile briefly then fled the scene. The victim sustained minor injuries. Investigated by Traffic Officer Tran. A residential burglary occurred at 384 Olive Drive; investigated by CSO Allen. Kohls Security called after watching two suspects committing theft inside the store. As the suspects exited the store they encountered store security and FPD Officers. One adult male parolee and his female companion with felony warrants were arrested for burglary and the loss was recovered. Investigated by Officer Hamblin. Officers were dispatched to Blackstone Way after a Hispanic male juvenile of small stature, wearing a black hoodie with a gun entered the unlocked front door. The adult baby sitter encountered the suspect just as he entered the home. The suspect ran out the front door after being seen by the baby sitter. Officer Zargham is investigating. At 10:56 p.m., a suspected gang member arrived at Washington Township Hospital with multiple stab wounds including a punctured lung. Officers learned that he was involved in a fight inside of the Kwik and Convenient Market (3157 Walnut Avenue) during which he was stabbed. He was uncooperative and told Officers that he would not assist in the investigation. Video surveillance was recovered from the business with images of potential suspects. Flores' injuries were initially life-threatening; however, he was treated and later released. Investigated by Officer Gilfoy. At 10:59 p.m., officers re-

SUBMITTED BY LT. ROGER KEENER, HAYWARD PD The U.S. Department of Justice Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) has awarded the City of Hayward $3.6M to hire nine police officers to supplement current public safety efforts to reduce teen crime and truancy and bolster other community policing efforts across the City. Like all local governments, Hayward has faced significant budget challenges in recent years; this Federal funding will allow the City to provide specialized police prevention and protection services to community members, including mentoring and teen programs. It will also strengthen community involvement in public safety programs and allow the City to maintain crit-

sponded to an address on Adobe Drive for a report of a fight between two family members. One of the combatants was arrested and booked at Santa Rita Jail. The victim was transported to Eden Hospital for treatment. At 11:11 p.m., officers were dispatched to a large fight at a wedding reception banquet at Los Cerritos Park. It was reported that there were over 100 people at the reception. Witnesses reported hearing someone mention a weapon being involved. Upon arrival, the party had broken up and no victims had come forward with any information. Investigated by Officer Zargham. At 12:18 a.m., FPD Jail requested assistance for several Detention Officers fighting with a prisoner. Patrol Officers arrived on scene in less than 60 seconds and assisted in subduing the suspect who had bitten a Detention Officer’s arm. The suspect was transported to WTH for medical clearance and then to Santa Rita Jail for booking. The Fremont Detention Officer was treated and released from Washington Hospital. July 1 A stolen vehicle was recovered and subsequently, a probation search of a house on Dali Street was conducted; no one was arrested. What started as a suspicious persons call near Sundale turned into a possible auto burglary on Trinity with the same subjects. A subsequent call on Wheeler, a few minutes later, resulted in these subjects stealing a purple back pack, etc. and being chased by the victim. Both cars were unlocked so these were cases of petty theft. Shortly after that, Officer Haugh saw a suspect jumping fences on Stevenson frontage. Sergeant Gott pinpointed the area between Stevenson & Margery. A canine search was conducted but only the loss was recovered.

ical public safety resources during this time of economic crisis. “The City of Hayward and the Hayward Police Department are exceptionally grateful to the COPS Office for recognizing that Hayward's needs were not overlooked, even though our City is situated squarely between Oakland and San Jose, two major cities that also have significant public safety concerns. We are very grateful for the support of Senators Boxer and Feinstein and, particularly, Congressman Stark. With this funding, the Hayward Police Department will be able to make a real and measurable difference in the excellent service provided to our residents,” said Hayward Police Chief Diane Urban expressed appreciation for the grant award. Hayward was only one of only 220 cities nationwide to receive a combined total of $111M to pay for about 800 police officers. Hayward and other grantees, including Alameda County, were selected based on fiscal need, local crime rates and each agency’s strategy to address specific problems such as increased homicide rates and gun violence. The COPS Hiring Program is highly competitive and makes grants to state, local and tribal law enforcement agencies to hire or re-hire community policing officers. The program provides the salary and benefits for officer and deputy hires for three years. As part of the program, Hayward has agreed to fill the police positions with veterans who served at least 180 days in the military since September 11, 2001. COPS Director Bernard Melekian explained that the COPS program seeks to “promote public safety through community policing and that involves applying the resources available to areas with both legitimate need and do-able solutions.” “The City is faced with making tough funding decisions during this extremely challenging economic time,” explained Mayor Michael Sweeney. “The Council has made public safety one of our highest priorities. We are pleased that the COPS program acknowledged our funding needs. The City maintains a strong commitment to supporting community policing and increasing efforts to ensure that Hayward is a city where residents feel safe.”

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Fireworks – where can you use them? Dublin, Newark and Union City are the only cities in Alameda County where fireworks are allowed. Newark – Yes, “Safe and Sane” fireworks only. Only allowed between midnight June 30 and midnight July 4. Residential areas only. All parks close at 7:30 p.m. on July 4. (Newark municipal code 15.32.050.3302.8.1) Union City – Yes, “Safe and Sane” fireworks

Fireworks regulations Visitors and Residents are reminded that Dublin, Newark and Union City are the only places in Alameda County where fireworks are allowed. Fireworks are not allowed in Milpitas. Incorporated cities: Alameda – no Albany – no Berkeley – no Dublin – Yes, “Safe and Sane” fireworks only. (Dublin municipal code 5.24) Emeryville – no Fremont – no Hayward – no Livermore Newark – Yes, “Safe and Sane” fireworks only. Only allowed between midnight June 30 and midnight July 4. Residential areas only. All parks close at 7:30 p.m. on July 4. Oakland – no Piedmont – no Pleasanton – no San Leandro – no Union City – Yes, “Safe and Sane” fireworks only. Only allowed between 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the days fireworks are sold (July 1-3); on July 4 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. All parks close at 7:30 p.m. on July 4. Not allowed: on public streets, City-owned buildings/land/parks, within 10 feet of a residence, or east of Mission Blvd due to high fire danger. Must have written approval from property owner if not on your own property. Unincorporated communities: Ashland – no Castro Valley – no Cherryland – no Fairview – no San Lorenzo – no Sunol – no

only. Only allowed between 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. on the days fireworks are sold (July 1-3); on July 4 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. All parks close at 7:30 p.m. on July 4. Not allowed: on public streets, City-owned buildings/land/parks, within 10 feet of a residence, or east of Mission Blvd due to high fire danger. Must have written approval from property owner if not on your own property. (Union City municipal code 15.20.210)

Camping Fire Safety SUBMITTED BY DANIEL BERLANT For many, the 4th of July signals the start of summer and time for fun family outings and vacations, especially camping. However, with hot and dry conditions, summer is also the time for wildfires. CAL FIRE would like to remind all campers and outdoor enthusiasts to keep these summer time safety tips in mind while enjoying the great outdoors. Fire safety plays an important role outdoors, especially when it comes to campfires and outdoor cooking. If left unattended and not properly extinguished, campfires can produce a wildfire. Campfires can also be extremely dangerous for children. Children should never be allowed to play around campfires or outdoor cooking appliances. Devastating burn injuries are all too common when these safety rules are not followed. In addition, it is important to use flammable liquids (lighter fluid, kerosene, propane) and related appliances safely. Just a little forethought could protect you and your family. CAL FIRE offers the following safety tips for outdoor recreation, cooking and camping: • Obtain a campfire permit before starting any campfire. • Use only approved and established campgrounds and campfire rings. • Locate the campfire a safe distance away from tents, trees, or buildings. • Clear the area around your campfire down to soil for 5 feet in all directions. • Teach everyone “stop, drop, and roll”. • Use electric or battery lights in RVs. • When using a propane appliance, light a match before turning on the gas. • Store flammable liquids away from your tent or RV, and away from open flames. • Use flammable liquids only for their intended purpose. • Never let children use or play with lighter fluid or have them start a campfire. • Clear vegetation from around the tent for at least 3 feet. • Keep lanterns and open flames outside of the tent. • Completely extinguish fires, and turn off all lanterns and stoves, before going to bed. When it comes to firewood, don’t forget to buy it where you burn it. By burning firewood where you buy it, you can eliminate the chance of spreading nonnative pests and diseases from one area to another. This is an important step in preserving and protecting our natural resources. Have a safe summer and prevent fires and injuries to your family. For more camping safety and campfire tips, visit: www.fire.ca.gov.

Going away? Request a vacation security check SUBMITTED BY FREMONT PD With the warm weather and summer break just around the corner, some of you may be planning an upcoming vacation. Here are some tips to think about before you leave... Request a Vacation Home Security Check from the Police C.A.R.E. Volunteer Unit: Go to www.fremontpolice.org/vacationrequestform and fill out the online form a few days before you leave. Vacation Home Security: An empty house is a tempting target for a burglar so make sure you do your best to have your home look occupied while you are away. Find a trusted friend or neighbor to watch your house. Give them your contact information in case they need to get a hold of you. Never broadcast your travel plans on a community email group, blog, Facebook, or other social networking site and remember if you check-in on foursquare or Facebook, everyone knows you aren't home! Install good locks on the doors and windows and use them. Engrave your valuables with your phone number and place Operation Identification stickers on your entry door and front window. Never leave a house key hidden outside of your home. If it is hidden in a pot, under the mat, beneath a rock or in a fake rock someone else may

find it and enter your home while you are away. Stop all deliveries or arrange for someone to pick up your mail, newspapers, and packages. Arrange for someone to mow your lawn and maintain the yard while you are away. This keeps your home looking lived in. Place your inside lights and a radio on timers so that they go on and off, periodically in the evening hours. Hide your garbage cans out of sight. If your garbage cans are empty when everyone else’s are full, it is a sign that you are not at home. Turn the ringer on your telephone down low or off so that people outside of your home will not hear the phone ringing go unanswered. Be sure to close and lock the garage door too. When possible have a friend or family member park a car in your driveway occasionally so that it looks like someone is still at home. Leave your blinds and drapes in their normal position on second floor windows (closed on ground level so no one can look inside and view an empty home). Remember, when you return home if it looks like someone has entered your home. Don’t go inside! Instead use a cell phone, go to a neighbor’s house or other safe location to contact the police. Let the police check the home before you go inside. Fremont Police Department In-Progress Emergency # 9-1-1 Fremont Police Department Non-Emergency #510-790-6800, option 3

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History

One Hundred Years Ago

t was the year 1912, an election year and one of great turmoil and excitement. Presidential candidates were fighting for the nomination. The Republic party appeared unable to choose a candidate, and there was talk of forming a third party. There were investigations and discussions about who could be trusted to control the government. Bob La Follette, a senator from Wisconsin, came to Niles to wage his “battle for the people.” Some residents waited three Mission San Jose

Over 100 Native Sons and Daughters journeyed to Mission San Jose to perfect plans to restore the Mission. They came by train to Niles and were conveyed to Mission San Jose in buckboard and touring cars. Congressman Knowland, his wife and his daughter, rode in the Essanay stage coach. They lunched at Palmdale and assembled at the Mission to make speeches and discuss restoration plans. The Mission San Jose boosters welcomed a number of visiting

Essanay Camera Crew

Essanay Cast and Crew in Niles

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hours to be among the crowds that thronged to hear him speak. Life continued in Washington Township in spite of the political situation. Residents obtained much of their news from the two local papers. Students attended local elementary schools and were loyal to Washington High, though it was still known as “Centerville.” Each village had business houses to meet the need and cars were beginning to replace horses. Electricity was becoming common and trains provided somewhat dependable transportation. Most people lived and worked on farms. The Alviso School District sold their old site and buildings for $1320 and purchased a new site on the old Beard Ranch. They issued bonds and erected a modern two room school. Niles school trustees sold the site in Old Town and purchased a site on Second Street and a smaller one on Walnut Avenue. They sold bonds, hired architect Alfred Griffin and built two schools, one on Second Street and Ward School on Walnut Avenue. Fernbook Park opened April 14 and hosted 16 large group picnics in May and June. At one gathering, there were over 100 riders of Indian motorcycles. Gamblers were attracted by the large crowds and had to be dispersed by Constable Roderick. New potatoes grown on the Niles hillsides brought $6.00 a sack, and green peas sold for $8.00. Dairies were so important that two

milk trains a day came through. The Niles Canyon Rock and Gravel Company leased 30 acres and opened a gravel pit at the mouth of Niles Canyon. The Niles Realty Firm of Jones and Ellsworth was given credit for getting the company to locate at Niles. Merchants of Washington Township met and agreed to close their shops on Sundays, beginning April 21, 1912. All but one or two stores agreed to the closing. Water politics continued to dominate the headlines. The City of San Francisco was working to perfect its water rights in the Sierras. Local residents were trying to help them so they could keep part of the Washington Township water supply. It was a very dry year and many wells failed. Residents appointed a water committee, petitioned for a water district along Alameda Creek and waged a battle to survive. Gilbert M. Anderson visited Niles and decided that it would be a great place to produce western movies. A company of some 52 actors and helpers with a huge array of equipment and 16 head of horses disembarked from the train at Niles one April afternoon. The Township Register reported on April 6 that the Essanay Film Manufacturing Company had located in Niles. It had become a movie town and would never be the same again. The company purchased the Damon house and fixed up the barn as a movie set. They bought the Mortimer tract and began erecting residences for the actors and crew. Anderson was chosen manager of the Niles baseball team and promised to get the team in shape. George Spoor, Anderson’s partner, visited Niles and announced plans to erect a $25,000 studio.

groups this year and made improvements to their branch library. The Chamber of Commerce was so proud of the 20 street lights that they decided to keep them even though they had to pay for maintenance. Centerville enjoyed a building boom that included several cottages, school improvements, a new hotel, plans for the Country Club house and a new burglar alarm in the bank. There was also a great demand for larger houses and a shortage of rooms to rent. Niles had its own building boom with two new schools, several homes and the Essanay cottages. The most imposing structure was the new two-story MacRae theater building. The downstairs had two stores and a handsome theater entrance. Upstairs consisted of two five-room apartments with modern conveniences. The Niles Chamber of Commerce chose a committee to form a sanitary district. They also proposed that something be done about “the overflow of dogs in town.” They appointed a committee to do something about bicycles using sidewalks and addressed the problem of stock grazing in the streets. As usual, it was easier to identify problems than to actually fix them. And that was the year 1912, one hundred years ago.

PHILIP HOLMES PEEK INTO THE PAST www.museumoflocalhistory.org Photos courtesy of The Museum of Local History Washington High School

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SUBMITTED BY BRIANNA CHAVEZ With the presidential election only months away, summer is an ideal time to engage children in activities that teach them about voting, the election process and the role of the president. The following is a list of suggested activities for families to participate in together: “President for a Day” – Designate a day when your child is president for a day. Discuss the role and responsibilities of the president, and work with your student to create a schedule of what he or she would during his or her one day as president. Walk the footsteps of our nation’s leaders – Local historical sites, government buildings, and, if nearby, homes of past Presidents make for an exciting day trip for students of all ages. Be sure to brush up on a few facts about the location before you go and take guided tours where offered. Historical documents

and artifacts are often on view and provide a glimpse into the past that is sure to spark children’s imaginations. Visit the National Park Service’s National Historic Landmarks website to scout out your adventure. Get presidential with poetry – Inspire children to write about their hopes and dreams with poetry. Have children start with, “If I were President, I would…” and encourage them to fill in the rest with a paragraph or more (depending on the child’s age) about what they would strive for as President. Children can even share their poems with the President. Visit the White House website to learn how to mail letters to the President. Homemade ballot box and ballots – Families can create a homemade ballot box and ballots. Hold a family vote to determine what to have for dinner, places to visit or things to do throughout summer. Map to track a campaign trail – Parents and students can track candidate campaign trails on a map using color-coded pins, yarn or markers. In November, watch the election to see how each state voted. Election BINGO Board – Create a game of “election bingo” that encourages students to read the newspaper and keep up with election news. Information provided by California Connections Academy @ Ripon, a free online public virtual school serving students in grades K–12.

City employees give back to community SUBMITTED BY JOANNE BURKMAN

ayward’s bargaining groups have taken a significant regional leadership role in achieving major and on-going healthcare and pension reform. Led by the Mayor and City Council, all employees are making personal sacrifices to save jobs and preserve services for the Hayward community by foregoing or absorbing over $20 million in contractually obligated wage and benefit costs during the next two years. After over six months of collaborative discussions, the City reached agreements with all bargaining units that resulted in substantial changes to current benefit offerings. Not only are all groups, including the Mayor and Council and the City’s executive team, continuing to give up cost of living adjustments, they are increasing what they pay for their healthcare and increasing their contributions towards retirement benefits. The end result is a decrease in take home pay, a reduction in overall costs to Hayward taxpayers, and protection of service levels to the community, while still preserving employee benefit levels. A very slow recovery from the national economic recession continues to impact City revenue growth, while costs for employee healthcare, retirement, and salaries continue to increase. The City is a service-based organization, which means employee salaries and benefits comprise approximately 80% of the City’s budget, making a reduction in personnel costs essential to avoiding drastic expenditure cuts that would have included layoffs and substantial service reductions to the Hayward community. Facing a projected General Fund budget shortfall of $14.9 million in FY 2013 that would have grown to $19.4 million in FY 2014, the City’s negotiating team started work in October 2011 with a message to its bargaining groups that the City could not close the overwhelming budget gap without recurring, structural changes to employee compensation packages; and this could not be accomplished without everyone’s engaged and committed participation. Hayward enjoys a history of strong relationships with its labor organizations; and the City Council and City leadership team stress the importance of a strong and continuing partnership with bargaining groups that is built on open communication and transparency. Throughout this process, the negotiating team and labor leadership shared information and actively listened to each other. Fran David, Hayward City Manager, applauded City employees and the leadership of Council during these challenging economic times: “City employees have made impressive and extremely difficult contributions toward reducing wage and benefits costs, allowing us to significantly reduce the structural budget gap for fiscal years 2013 and 2014. The key to Hayward’s success is its solid labor-management partnerships, thoughtful and engaged elected leadership, transparency at all levels, and more importantly, employees that genuinely care for one another and the community they serve.” The City organization will continue to work collaboratively to close any remaining structural budget gaps, with a focus on preserving service levels to the community and maintaining employee compensation and benefit levels.

Supersized hen egg in Texas had another egg inside AP WIRE SERVICE ABILENE, Texas (AP), A Texas woman who found an egg the size of a baseball in her chicken coop cracked it open to find another full egg inside. Cookie Smith of Abilene found earlier this week what she calls the “mutant super egg” that was an inch longer and triple the weight of a regular hen's egg. She initially took pictures of the egg and showed photos to her co-workers at an Abilene hospital. She cracked it open only after an Abilene ReporterNews (http://bit.ly/KgoXCA ) photographer accompanied her home. Inside was a large yolk – and another intact normal-sized egg. Smith says she knows the eggs may have been OK to eat, but she's opting to pass. ––– Information from: Abilene Reporter-News, http://www.reporternews.com

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News Corp. says it's considering split in 2 BY RYAN NAKASHIMA AP BUSINESS WRITER

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LOS ANGELES (AP), Under pressure to limit contagion from the British phone hacking scandal, Rupert Murdoch's News Corp. said Tuesday that it is considering splitting into two publicly traded companies. The move comes as Britain's communications regulator, Ofcom, enters the final stages of its review of whether satellite TV firm British Sky Broadcasting – of which News Corp. holds a 39 percent stake – is “fit and proper” to hold a broadcast license. The separation of News Corp.'s tainted newspaper division from the lucrative TV and movie assets might appease regulators, analysts said. “I'm not saying it completely ameliorates Ofcom's concerns. But I think it helps,” said Canaccord Genuity analyst Tom Eagan. British investigators have been probing allegations that News Corp.'s U.K. newspaper journalists hacked into phones and bribed public officials in the hunt for scoops. The probe has caused the company to abandon its bid for full control of British Sky Broadcasting. A split could help the company avoid being forced to sell off its remaining stake in BSkyB, worth some $6.9 billion. The media conglomerate did not specify Tuesday which businesses each company would contain. The Wall Street Journal, News Corp.'s flagship newspaper, reported late Monday that the company is considering separating the newspaper and book publishing businesses from the entertainment arm, which includes Fox News Channel, its broadcast TV network and the 20th Century Fox movie studio. The entertainment arm is far more profitable. It accounted for about 75 percent of the company's revenue and nearly all of

the operating profit in the first nine months of the fiscal year. Bernstein analyst Todd Juenger said in a research note the split would allow the company to invest more in the growing entertainment field “without the baggage of publishing.” Investors welcomed the news. News Corp.'s stock hit a new 52week high, rising $1.27, or 6.3 percent, to $21.35 in midday trading. A former News Corp. executive familiar with internal company deliberations says such a split has been talked about for years, although discussions gained new momentum in the wake of the phone hacking scandal which erupted last July. The split would allow Murdoch to keep control of his prized publishing operations through his voting shares while pleasing investors who have viewed the newspapers as a drag on shareholder value. The 81-year-old billionaire built the company from a single Australian newspaper he inherited from his father. The Murdoch family controls about 40 percent of News Corp.'s voting shares. The former executive, who spoke on condition of anonymity in order to speak candidly about internal company deliberations, said no final decision has been made. Evercore Partners analyst Alan Gould said the publishing assets, which include Dow Jones & Co. and newspapers such as The Times of London, could be worth about $5 billion. Without them, he estimated revenue growth of the bigger TV and movie entity would nearly double to about 7 percent a year. It is unclear if the spun-off publishing unit would also bear the legal costs of the U.K. probe. In the first nine months of the fiscal year, probe costs have totaled $167 million. The point of a split is not to create a smaller company ``that would just wither and die,''

New Sales and Use Tax rates in Santa Clara County SUBMITTED BY BILL AINSWORTH Voter-approved sales and use tax increases will take effect on July 1, 2012 in Santa Clara County, including the unincorporated areas and all 15 cities within the County. The rate will increase by 0.125 percent, resulting in a new rate of 8.375 percent for the County and all cities, except Campbell. In Campbell, which previously had a rate of 8.5 percent, the new rate will be 8.625 percent.

Eagan said. It would have to contain enough profitable businesses to attract investors. Eagan pointed to the successful spin-off of cable TV giant Time Warner Cable Inc. from the entertainment company Time Warner Inc. in March 2009. Because the cable division was more willing to pay out dividends and buy back shares, its stock price has more than tripled since then. Meanwhile, Time Warner's stock price has doubled. Time Warner shareholders were granted stakes in both separated companies, but “overall you are better off” with the split, Eagan said. The problem for News Corp. isn't just that newspapers and books make less money than television and film. It's also that investors value the earnings from each differently. They are willing to pay less for a single dollar of earnings from the former than they are for a single dollar of earnings from the latter. On Monday, investors buying News Corp. stock were paying the equivalent of $5.80 for every $1 of operating earnings that the combined company is expected to generate this year, according to Gould. That is 20 percent lower, or $1.50 less, than investors are paying for more pure play TV and film companies like CBS Corp. and Viacom Inc. Do the math on News Corp.'s expected $6.6 billion in operating earnings this year, and that means the company is being valued $10 billion less than its TV and film rivals. Gould says the idea behind the split is to capture some of that $10 billion, and he thinks the company could do it. He is recommending that his investing clients buy the stock. Associated Press writer Raphael Satter in London and Business Writer Bernard Condon in New York contributed to this report.

Retailers generally need to apply the new tax rates if they operate within the taxing area and have merchandise sold and delivered within the area; operate outside of the taxing area but are engaged in business within the area and sell merchandise for use in the area; sell autos, boats, or aircraft to customers that register them within the taxing area; collect tax on lease payments from property used in the taxing area; are engaged in business in the area. Retailers are considered to be engaged in business in the area if they either have a business location in the tax area; deliver into the tax area using their vehicles; or have an agent or representative in the area to make sales, deliveries, installations or take orders. If a retailer is not required to collect the additional tax as described above, the purchaser may be responsible for reporting and remitting use tax to the BOE, depending on the circumstances of the sale or use of the property. For general information visit www.boe.ca.gov/or call the Taxpayer Information Center at 800-4007115. For a complete list of all city and county sales and use tax rates, visit www.boe.ca.gov/sutax/pam71.htm

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Wells Fargo, HDFC Bank partner for US-India remittance service

Wells Fargo and HDFC sign an agreement announcing their partnership. L-r: Wells Fargo's Executive Vice President and Head of Global Remittance Services Daniel I. Ayala, President of Wells Fargo East Bay Micky S. Randhawa and HDFC Bank's Executive Director Harish Engineer.

SUBMITTED BY RUBEN PULIDO Wells Fargo & Company has doubled its ExpressSend remittance network payout locations in India through an agreement with HDFC Bank. With the addition of more than 2,500 branches and 8,900 ATMs belonging to HDFC Bank, Wells Fargo customers’ beneficiaries can now choose from a network in India of more than 5,200 branches and 16,000 ATMs for remittances to India. “India has one of the highest remittance volumes in the world according to the World Bank,” said Daniel Ayala, executive vice president and head of Wells Fargo's Global Remittance Services. “This is evident from high customer demand as well. We are glad we can make payout locations even more convenient by expanding our remittance payout network in India with HDFC Bank.” “While we’re a major player in the Gulf-India remittance market, this alliance with Wells Fargo will help us expand in the USIndia sector, which has been growing exponentially. Given our reach and the web-based nature of the service, this will allow people to send money back home in one of the safest and fastest possible ways. HDFC Bank places

great emphasis on use of technology to provide faster and better service and this remittance alliance is testament to the leadership position in technology the Bank is striving towards,” said Harish Engineer, executive director, HDFC Bank. “Wells Fargo’s expansion of its remittance service over the years has been remarkable for its steadiness and success,” said Gwenn Bézard, Aite Group research director. “When other U.S. banks were distracted from money transfers, Wells Fargo invested in improving the product. When private equity firms with grandiose plans to roll up the market threw in the towel, Wells Fargo continued to expand its network. The deal with HDFC Bank highlights once more the value of time and commitment over fast and furious in this market.” “This agreement demonstrates Wells Fargo’s commitment to the growing South Asian community in Silicon Valley, the New York tri-state area, Houston and in all the communities across the United States,” said Micky Randhawa, President of Wells Fargo East Bay, which encompasses Silicon Valley. “By deeply understanding each of our diverse customer segments, we can continue to provide new services that

meet their financial needs.” Wells Fargo ExpressSend customers can send up to $5,000 per day to their beneficiary’s HDFC Bank account using the accountbased ExpressSend service for a $5 fee. The fee for account-based transfers to HDFC Bank will be waived through August 31, 2012. Remittances to HDFC Bank are denominated in Indian Rupees. Once a customer has set up the ExpressSend agreement and the beneficiary account information is verified with HDFC Bank, the customer needs to conduct their first transaction in a store. Subsequent account-based transactions can be conducted online through Wells Fargo.com, at a Wells Fargo banking location or through Wells Fargo Phone Bank. Funds are sent to HDFC Bank quickly for credit during HDFC Bank’s local processing hours, Monday – Saturday, excluding India holidays. Wells Fargo provides multiple channels for transferring money, including by Wells Fargo Phone Bank (800-556-0605 or 1-800TO-WELLS), at one of Wells Fargo’s more than 6,000 banking locations and online at WellsFargo.com- more channels to serve customers than most competitors. The Wells Fargo ExpressSend customer experience is consistent among all channels.

Run to the Lake Eden Medical Center invites the community to support better health and take part in their annual Run to the Lake on Sunday, July 8. A 5K and 10K race will take runners from Eden Medical Center to Lake Chabot Regional Park and back, while little ones ages three through eight can take part in a 50yard Kids Dash. All child participants will receive a ribbon, T-shirt, and goody bag. Top runners will receive gift certificates from Transports and an FRS Healthy Energy Gift Pack, and all finishers will receive a Run to the Lake Tshirt, refreshments and gifts, and website results. A free Health Expo is open to the entire community from 7:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. featuring health information, free health screenings, and an expired medication and mercury thermometer drop-off center, as well as music, refreshments, and giveaways.

No dogs, bicycles, wagons, roller skates or rollerblades are allowed on the course or in the Expo areas. All proceeds from the event benefit Eden's Trauma Center. For more information or to register, visit www.edenmedicalcenter.org. Run to the Lake Sunday, July 8 5K/10K at 8 a.m. Kids' Dash at 9:30 a.m. Health Expo from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Eden Medical Center 20103 Lake Chabot Drive, Castro Valley (510) 727-2744 www.edenmedicalcenter.org Registration: $30/35 for adults; $11/15 for children

Laptop snaps thief's photo, leading to his arrest AP WIRE SERVICE ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP), Open an app. See a flash. Get arrested. Police in Michigan say a stolen laptop took a picture of the thief and sent it to a security website, leading to his arrest. The computer's owner, Logan Chadde, installed Orbicule security software before a weekend break-in at his home in Ann Arbor. Chadde told AnnArbor.com (http://bit.ly/MsdCQs) on Monday the program captured the thief using Facebook and talking with another person about how he was going to sell the stolen laptop. Chadde sent the information to police, who arrested a 19-year-old man. Police Lt Renee Bush says officers knew the suspect from an earlier encounter. Chadde says such cases are frustrating, but ``this is one of the few times the police had a lot of information to go off.'' ––– Information from: AnnArbor.com, http://www.annarbor.com

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Newark's program was launched as a way to bring more arts and entertainment to the community. Music at the Grove, a pioneer of free city concerts, is a self-sustaining program, funded by corporate and local businesses, the Friends of the Grove program, and by "passing the hat" at each show. "Friends of the Grove" was established plays a vital role in keeping the concert series alive. "It provides an opportunity for individuals to help sustain the arts in Newark.” The concerts are a popular summer activity with average attendance exceeding 1,500 people, some shows drawing up to 2,500. "It's a great family outing, and you can't beat the price for quality musical entertainment in a relaxed outdoor setting; a unique Newark thing that appeals to the whole Tri-City area," says Zehnder. Crowd favorite Big Bang Beat is expected to attract 2,000 people. "The Music at the Grove summer concert series is a wonderful, popular, community-enhancing event that all ages seem to enjoy. It is one of my favorite programs as it affords everyone a chance to kick back on a lazy Sunday afternoon, picnic with friends and family and enjoy a wide range of music from Motown to Modern Rock n Roll," says Zehnder. "Some people come to party and dance while others are content to sit back on their lawn chairs and blankets and soak up the sounds of summer. It's a community-building event that attracts an eclectic and diverse crowd of music lovers." Parking is easy and plentiful in the adjacent NewPark Mall. Gates open at 11 a.m., so grab your lawn chairs and picnic baskets and get ready to party. For more information on Music at the Grove or how to contribute to the Friends of the Grove program contact David Zehnder at (510) 578-4405 or Peter at (510) 578-4630 Music at the Grove Sundays, July 8, July 29, August 12 1:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Shirley Sisk Grove Cedar Blvd. at NewPark Mall, Newark (510) 578-4405 or (510) 578-4630 www.ci.newark.ca.us Free

Big Bang Beat:

Concert Schedule July 8: Big Bang Beat (Party Music of various genres) July 29: The Fundamentals (Motown, Funk, R&B, “Rockin’ Soul”) August 12: Kelvin Boyd’s Drifters (Pop, R&B)

A 12-piece review featuring the favorites of the 60’s Motown sound and the fabulous funk of the 70’s through to dance hits from the 80’s and 90’s. Led by four dazzling female singers plus a crack horn section, this precision choreographed stage show is filled with zany, non-stop energy. Critics have called Big Bang Beat a realistic soul sensation, and band that can transform a soul classic like Jr. Walker and the All Stars Hotgun into a near religious experience. Nine members of the band are veterans of the Zasu Pitts Memorial Orchestra; newcomers are superior musicians who have played with Santana, The Tubes and Sylvester.

Fremont Bank customers can deliver a “win-win” through the B-CharitableSM checking account… nonprofit organizations win by receiving additional funding and customers win by supporting their favorite charity. To be part of the charitable buzz come to a local Fremont Bank office, call (800) 359-2265 or visit www.fremontbank.com/bcharitable. See how easy it is to B-CharitableSM If you think one person can make a difference Imagine what an entire community can do

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Tri-City Stargazer JULY 4 – JULY 10, 2012 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: We have been on a Whitewater rafting trip since 2008. Our boat is named, “World Economy”. During the years ’08 through ’11, this trip, which began with a bang in ’08, has continued through what might be called mild to mid-level rapids. Now we are entering the rush of water that will eventually become a torrent. If you knew you were boarding this Economy boat, what gear would you want to have in your possession? Think carefully. Sharp turns ahead. No bailouts for the Average Joe. Secure your tools now, while we are still just waist deep. Then enjoy the excitement of the ride. Aries (March 21-April 20): Your partner may take on an uncharacteristic manner of self-assertion. He or she is not so likely to back down from a fight. Life will be generally more harmonious if you stay off the hot topics. If it is important to tackle them, seek a counselor, a trusted friend, or a negotiator to keep things fair. Taurus (April 21-May 20): You are drawn to all things beautiful and truly tempted to buy the wonderful items you see, especially those for your home. If you need to watch your dollars, leave your credit cards at home and wait a couple of days before making a big purchase. Discussions with your partner about the relationship should go well. Gemini (May 21-June 20): Love and social life are high on your priority list now. You may not have the time to attend to all your invitations! Short distance trips, errands, and education, whether it involves teaching or learning, are all on the A-rated list. You have a need to communicate the ideas that rush through your mind. Cancer (June 21-July 21): Your peace is disturbed by lurking fears.

Instead of avoiding the problems, you could look directly into Fear’s eyes and determine precisely what it is about. Do whatever seems right to diminish the potential trouble and then let it go, knowing you have done the best you can.

you need to examine who you are and also who you are not. Often, something is eliminated. In general, it increases your physical strength.

your life for the moment. Take advantage of the restful time now because next week you’ll begin a new set of goals. The goat rarely rests for long.

Leo (July 22-Aug 22): Any activity that involves travel, legal affairs, publishing, education or church functions are given a “thumb’s up” signal. It feels important to communicate. You are loaded with ideas, so remember to give others the option to also speak if you want to be heard.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21): Over the next six weeks, life will work more smoothly if you let yourself be led by the "signs," circumstances, and people around you. It will not be a time to attack in anger or initiate new ideas, but to respond to what comes your way. On the other hand, if someone else takes a swing at you, you may defend yourself as you need.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18): This is a fine time to enjoy lovers, children, or partners. Communication flows freely, whether that is verbal or written. You are of a particularly creative mind at this time. Follow your intuition about where and with whom you should be to make the most of a good week.

Virgo (August 23-September 22): You hold a privileged position during this period. You are an “advisor” to the authority, or whoever is in charge. Your intuition is on target and you can offer significant help. Therefore, you can benefit from your own advice to yourself. “Tune in” with meditation, art, music, or connecting to the spirit of your understanding.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21): The shift of Jupiter (your ruling planet) to Gemini last month has brought you face to face with your past in relationships. You may be dealing with a homecoming friend, or you may be behaving with an outdated pattern from the past. Look at it directly and change the pattern if it does not make you happy.

Libra (September 23-October 22): Mars, the warrior, enters your sign this week and will be traveling with you for seven weeks. This energy is especially helpful in defining your boundaries. Periodically,

Capricorn (December 22-January 19): You will soon be beyond a dilemma that has caused you blockage. It may have to do with an issue of debt, investments, or a loan. It’s quiet in

Pisces (February 19-March 20): Be gentle with yourself this week. You are on a physical or emotional low. Avoid your allergens and get plenty of rest. Both your body and your feelings are hypersensitive. Step aside from stressful situations if at all possible and don’t become embroiled in the trouble of others. A useful adjective for you now is “raw”. Fortunately it will not last long.

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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BY ANNIE YU Riders on your mark, get set, paddle! The Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center’s annual cardboard boat challenge is set for Friday, July 6. Participants will try to successfully paddle 25 yards in a homemade

Participants must pre-register either online or in person by Thursday, July 5 in order to compete. Have fun and good luck!

boat of cardboard and duct tape. This event combining fun and water may be the perfect quirky event for your family. Aquatics director Peter Beireis says the secret to success is “Lots of duct tape.” Although there is no artistic requirement, some people get really creative,” Beireis said. “Our overall goal is just to provide a fun event for the community,” “It’s fun for the kids, it’s safe and everybody can have a good time.”

SUBMITTED BY SACHIE JOHNS The Fremont Art Association is pleased to present its third showcase of the year featuring the unique works of P. Kay Hille-Hatten, an award-winning contemporary photo artist. The show will run from Friday, July 6 through Sunday, July 27 at The Fremont Art Centre in Niles. A variety of new works from additional member artists will compliment the gallery’s third quarter offerings.

Living at a time of generic and mass produced items, the artist’s mission is to create pieces that are unique, evolved from inspiration and skill. The main focus of Hatten’s art today is photography, printmaking, and artist books. Working as a book artist, Hatten, sorts through her photographs, collage materials, printmaking, and sketches for inspiration, then with the final selections and the use of Adobe Photoshop, the book is created. She also uses photography and printmaking as stand alone or combined creations. Hatten, who has an extensive formal art education in the Bay Area, strives to enrich her art knowledge by attending seminars and workshops throughout the Bay Area, including workshops with Cooksey Talbott of The Fremont Art Association. The

Cardboard Boat Races Friday, July 6 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. (Check-in begins at 11:15 a.m.) Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center 6800 Mowry Avenue, Newark (510) 578-4620 artist’s photography and books have been exhibited in numerous galleries, colleges, and museums throughout the Bay Area. The centre is open Wednesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and a reception honoring the unique artist will be held on Sunday, July 8 from 1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. For details, call (510) 702-0905 or visit www.FremontArtAssociation.org. Showcase III Friday, July 6 - Sunday, July 27 11 a.m. – 5 p.m., Wed. – Sun. Reception: Sunday, July 8 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. The Fremont Art Association Centre 37697 Niles Blvd., Niles-Fremont (510) 792-0905 www.FremontArtAssociation.org Free

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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 PATRICE BIRKEDAHL Make ‘em Laugh! Gotta Dance! Those two phrases pretty much express what will happen in “Singin’ in the Rain,” the great American musical starring Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds, and Donald O’Connor. They’re also the titles of two of the great song and dance numbers from the film, an ageless musical that turns 60 this year! It’s back on the big screen and outside under the stars in the Smith Center Amphitheatre at Ohlone College. Snuggle up together and marvel at the comic antics, acrobatic-like dance feats, and romantic love songs that fit neatly into this story within a story about Hollywood’s transition from silent movies to talkies. But this movie is as much a depiction of the large scale Technicolor musicals of the ‘50s, featuring the genius director of musicals Stanley Donen who teamed up with Gene Kelly, who choreographed as well, and an award-winning screen writing team. Donald O’Connor’s unforgettable dance number on the importance of comedy won him an Academy Award and has earned him a place in the annals of film history alongside comic geniuses like Chaplin and Keaton. Equally memorable is Gene Kelly’s larger than life declaration of love performed with an umbrella as a partner and rain drops and puddles as a counterpoint. And there’s a cameo appearance of Cyd Charise’s impossibly-long-legs (plus the rest of her) as the lady in green for the tour de force dance number “Gotta Dance” that is so representa-

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tive of the 1950s musicals. And Debbie Reynolds makes her adorable debut as the ingénue breaking her way into movies. “Singin’ in the Rain” is the first of our Summerfest movie musical series that includes “Lion King,” “The Muppet Movie,” and “Sound of Music.” In addition, StarStruck Theatre presents a live theatre presentation of “Legally Blonde, the Musical” for three weekends in July and August. And we round out the summer with Rocky Horror for the faithful fans that, yes I know, keep coming back every year!

Summerfest 2012: Movie Musical Sing-Along Singin’ in the Rain Friday, July 6 8:30 p.m. Smith Center Amphitheater at Ohlone College 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 www.smithcenter.com Tickets: $5 General Admission; $2 Event Parking

Ricks named Comcast SportsNet All-Star Teacher SUBMITTED BY JAY DELA CRUZ Comcast SportsNet, the home of “Authentic Bay Area Sports,” announced that Dr. Paul Ricks of Hopkins Junior High School in Fremont is the winner of the 2012 All-Star Teacher Award, presented by Provident Credit

Union. Dr. Ricks was presented a $20,000 check for his school during an on-field ceremony at AT&T Park, prior to the June 27 San Francisco Giants/Los Angeles Dodgers game. In its sixth year, the All-Star Teacher Award recognizes middle and high school teachers in Northern and Central California

for their extraordinary dedication to their students and significant presence within their respective communities. An esteemed panel of community leaders selected five finalists based on four categories: Overall Commitment, Excellence in Teaching, Rapport with Students, and Level of Distinction.

(Left to right) Heidi Parks, Provident Credit Union Vice President of Marketing; Dr. Paul Ricks, Hopkins Junior High; Jeremy Affeldt, San Francisco Giants pitcher; Micah Hawk,Vice President of Human Resources, Comcast California; and Ted Griggs,Vice President and General Manager, Comcast SportsNet Bay Area.

Final pieces of Castro Valley Veterans Memorial fall into place SUBMITTED BY THE VFW & CVVM COMMITTEE With the VFW and the Castro Valley Veterans’ Memorial Committee’s announcement of Silicon Valley Paving, Inc. as their General Contractor for the Castro Valley Veterans’ Memorial (CVVM) in Castro Valley, all of the contractors needed to build the CVVM are now in place.

On Wednesday, June 20, 2012, the building process began in earnest. According to Silicon Valley Paving’s Forrest Williams, who is Build Supervisor, now that the work has started, they hope to complete their part of the project (the Memorial site pad and upgraded parking lot in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) by the end of July 2012. Granite supplier Bob Mattos also stated that work has begun on inscribing the Memorial’s service stones and brick pavers and they will be installed at the Memorial site at the end of October 2012, in time for the Dedication. Dedication of the Memorial is set for Veterans’ Day, Sunday November 11, 2012 at 11 a.m. with a pre-dedi-

cation dinner on Saturday, November 10, 2012, at 6 p.m. at the Castro Valley Moose Lodge, sponsored by the VFW Post 9601. The original dedication date of July 4, 2012 has been changed.

This year’s five finalists were Dr. Paul Ricks of Hopkins Junior High School (Fremont); Ronnie Cato of Mt. Eden High School (Hayward); Todd Higashi of Alameda Science and Technology Institute (Alameda); Claudia Natale of Cupertino Middle School (Sunnyvale) and April Silva of John F. Kennedy Junior High School (Hanford). Each All-Star Teacher Award runner-up will receive $2,000 for his/her school. Heidi Parks, Vice President of Marketing, Provident Credit Union, stated, “Provident Credit Union is honored to take part in such an amazing award that recognizes the tireless efforts of teachers within our community. All of the finalists demonstrated such a high level of dedication to their students’ education, and they are all to be commended. On behalf of all Provident members, we congratulate Dr. Ricks on his achievement.” “Comcast SportsNet and Provident Credit Union are honored to name Dr. Paul Ricks the 2012 All-Star Teacher and to present him a $20,000 check for Hopkins Junior High School,” said Ted Griggs, Vice President and General Manager, Comcast

SportsNet Bay Area. “Dr. Ricks has demonstrated tireless dedication and loyalty to his school and community, and thanks to his commitment he has been able to help shape the lives of his young students. We would also like to celebrate and thank the other finalists and all the award nominees for their invaluable contributions in their classrooms and communities.” Many teachers were nominated by peers, students, parents and principals, and the finalists were chosen by panel of judges consisting of Doug Bartlett, Senior Marketing Director, BART; John Haggarty, AVP Marketing of Provident Credit Union; Lorena Hernandez, Director of Community & Media Partnerships, Comcast California; Detra Paige, Director of Community Relations, Oakland Athletics; and Sue Petersen, Executive Director of the Giants Community Fund. Members of the public voted for the All-Star Teacher finalists online at CSNBayArea.com from April 16 through June 3. More information is available at www.providentcu.org or ComcastSportsNet.com

“VFW and CVVM are still looking for donors to help pay for the Memorial,” stated Michael L. Emerson, the Memorial’s designer and Build Manager. “We need to establish a fund to ensure the Memorial is

properly maintained and cared for once construction has finished.” To donate and learn more about the Castro Valley Veterans’ Memorial, visit www.CVVM.info

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

Monday, Jun 13 - Sunday, Aug 11

"Reading is So Delicious!" - R

Continuing Events Wednesday, Apr 25 - Saturday, Dec 29

In Memory of Thomas Kinkade

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Browse through the cottage gallery

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

Ohlone College for Kids 43600 Mission Blvd, Fremont (510) 742-2304 www.ohloneforkids.com Wednesdays, Thru Dec 26

Alameda County Veterans Employment Committee 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Help veterans find career opportunities

Unitek College 4670 Auto Mall Parkway, Fremont (510) 552-8845 www.unitekcollege.edu Wednesdays, thru Dec 26

Al-Anon Beginner Meeting

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

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 Tuesdays, Jun 12 - Sundays, Aug 3

Teen Summer Reading Program

various times Visit the library for registration

Hayward Main Library 835 C St., Hayward (510) 881-7980 Tuesday, Jun 12 - Sunday, Aug 11

2012 Summer Reading Game Reading board game for all ages; prizes and free books

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 Mondays, Jul 2 thru Aug 27

Teen/Senior Computer and Gadget Help

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

Rev. Ken Daigle Senior Minister

36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234

The Golden Gate at 75

Contemporary Photography Showcase

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Art exhibit celebrating the iconic bridge

Features works by P. Kay Hille-Hatten

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

Fremont Art Association 37697 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 792-0905 www.FremontArtAssociation.org Monday, Jul 9 - Friday, Jul 13

Saturday, Jun 16 - Sunday, Sep 9

Golden State Warrriors Basketball Camp $R

Emerging Patterns: Sea to Sky

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Boys & Girls ages 7 - 15 of all skills and abilities Silliman Activity Center 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark (510) 742-4400 www.warriors.com

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Depictions of the salt marsh landscape Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center

4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270 Monday, Jun 18-Friday, Aug 10

Monday, Jul 9 - Friday, Aug 3

Busy Bee Summer Camp $R

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Curriculum to encourage critical thinking & problem solving

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

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

Summer Preschool Program $R

India Community Center 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas 408-934-1130 Monday, Jul 9 – Friday, Aug 17

Art creation & appreciation for ages 612

Thursdays, Thru Dec 27

Sunday 10:00 AM

Friday, Jul 6 - Sunday, Jul 27

From the Flame

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

Unity of Fremont

Mission Coffee Roasting House 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 474-1004

Kaiser Permanente 3555 Whipple Road, Union City

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

A positive path for spiritual living

View landscapes & seascapes in oils and acrylics

Summer Art Day Camps $

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

Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480

Thursday, Jun 14 -Saturday, Aug 31

6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Friday, Jun 22 -Saturday, Jul 21

Qigong and Tai Chi Fitness Prep $R

Tell A Friend

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

Original Works by Douglas McKay

Support group for friends & family of problem drinkers

Saturdays, Thru Jul 7

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

Summer reading game for school age children

Monday, Jul 3 - Sunday, Jul 30

Teens helping seniors with electronic gadgets

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1401 Monday, Jul 9 - Thursday, Aug 9

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

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

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

9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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

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Tuesday, Jul 3

Saturday, Jul 7

Michael Herrera Guitar Trio

6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Setting Limits Without Ever Saying "Time-Out" Again

Pop, jazz & classical performance

10:30 a.m. - 12 noon

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

Presented in Spanish. For caregivers of children ages birth - 8 years old

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

Wednesday, July 4

Pancake Breakfast

8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Saturday, Jul 7

Estate Planning Seminar

Alameda County Fire Station #27

2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

39039 Cherry Street, Newark (510) 667-3148 Cost: $5

Learn about wills, intestacy & revocable trusts

Wednesday, Jul 4

Fremont 4th of July Parade

10 a.m. Beginning at State Street and Capitol Ave., Fremont

http://fremont4th.org/ Free Wednesday, Jul 4

Old Fashioned Fourth of July

11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Games, crafts & live music. Bring a picnic or purchase lunch

Meek Mansion 17365 Boston Rd., Hayward (510) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org Wednesday, Jul 4

Old Fashioned Independence Day $

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Games, music, magic show, train rides & Patterson House tours

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org Wednesday, July 4

Waving the Red, White & Blue Pool Party

1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Milpitas Sports Center

1325 East Calaveras Blvd. Milpitas (408) 586-3210 Admission: $2 Wednesday, July 4

Concert and Red, White & Boom Fireworks Show

7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Milpitas Sports Center 1325 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210 Admission: $3 Thursday, Jul 5

Pioneer Cemetery Friends Group Meeting

6 p.m. Join the effort to preserve the historic cemetery

San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery Corner of Usher Street & College Street, San Lorenzo (510) 581-2516 Friday, Jul 6

Cardboard Boat Races

12 noon - 1 p.m. Build your boat using cardboard & duct tape. Provide your own materials

Silliman Aquatic Center 6800 Mowry Ave., Newark (510) 578-4620 Friday, Jul 6

Singin' in the Rain $

8:30 p.m. Classic American musical

Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 www.smithcenter.com Friday, Jul 6

Fireworks Show

9:30 p.m. Spectacular fireworks display

Alameda County Fairgrounds 4501 Pleasanton Ave., Pleasanton (925) 426-7600 www.alamedacountyfair.com Saturday, Jul 7 - Sunday, Jul 8

Japanese Bazaar

11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Food, exhibits, entertainment & bingo

Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church 32975 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 471-2581 www.sacbc.org

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 Saturday, Jul 7 -Sunday, Jul 8

Russell City Blues Festival

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Live music & food

Hayward City Hall 777 B St., Hayward (510) 208-0410 Saturday, Jul 7

Hawks in Flight $R

4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Adult only nature presentation

Sulphur Creek Nature Center 1801 D. St., Hayward (510) 881-6747 www.haywardrec.org

Saturday, Jul 7

Cafe Musique

7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Classical, swing, folk & tango music

Mission Coffee Roasting House 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 474-1004 www.fremontcoffee.com Sunday, Jul 8

Music at the Grove

1:30 p.m. Big Bang Beat

Cedar Blvd. at NewPark Mall, Newark (510) 578-4405 Sunday, Jul 8

University of Philippines Chorus $

5 p.m. Sing Kenta, Sing Kwela concert

Union City Apostolic Church 33700 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 468-3402 Monday, Jul 9

Backyard Chicken Basics

7 p.m. The cost, care & benefits of raising chickens

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

London Olympics Invitational performance SUBMITTED BY MARLENE ELLIS Thirty-five dancers from Yoko’s Dance & Performing Arts Academy have been invited to perform in London during the Summer Olympics. They will be traveling to London the first week of August and performing at Warwick Castle and Island Gardens along the Thames. The dancers have been rehearsing for months in preparation for this special event, and will be presenting a special preview show on Saturday, July 7 at 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. at Ohlone’s Gary Soren Smith Center of the show they will perform in London. Tickets for this special show are available at the Ohlone Box Office and at Yoko’s Dance & Performing Arts Academy. Contact Ohlone at (510) 659-6031 or Yoko’s at (510) 651-7827. Yoko’s Dance & Performing Arts London Olympics Invitational Saturday, July 7 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont www.smithcenter.com www.yokosdance.com

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WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE tional Anthem in honor of the late Mayor Bob Wasserman. The parade, about two hours in length, begins at State Street and Capitol Avenue, travels down Paseo Padre Parkway, along Walnut Avenue, and Liberty Street, and ends on Beacon Avenue.

Fremont: Fourth of July Parade Nothing brings a community together like a parade, and Fremont’s annual 4th of July Parade kicks off the day with a dramatic pre-parade flyover from the Beech Boys at 9:45 a.m. Over 76 entries of locally designed floats, marching bands, equestrian units, custom and antique vehicles, and balloons will raise spirits and boast U.S. pride as they travel along a one-mile route featuring Fremont’s Centerville District. A special “Welcome Home” tribute to military members begins with a Patriotic Guard starting the parade followed by a military color guard and convoy, the Blue Star Mothers, Operation Mother, and the Gold Star Mothers. Tuskegee Airmen will be serving as honorary Grand Marshals alongside NBC Bay Area’s Mike Inouye, who serves as this year’s Grand Marshal. There will also be a moment of silence following the opening Na-

Fremont 4th of July Parade Wednesday, July 4 10 a.m. Beginning at State Street and Capitol Ave., Fremont http://fremont4th.org/ Free Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebrate the holiday by going back in time at Ardenwood Historic Farm. Indulge in fun and games such as pie eating, watermelon seed spitting, and egg toss, or the non-food related activities of nail driving, tug-o-war, and bucket brigade. Enjoy patriotic music, magic show, train rides, and tours of the Patterson House.

Old-Fashioned Independence Day Wednesday, July 4 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

SUBMITTED BY BILL NYE, “THE SCIENCE GUY” Summer is here and with it the opportunity for students of all ages to spend the next 100 days learning, exploring and even possibly changing the world. It’s no secret that kids revel at the thought of a summer without homework. However soon after that last bell rings, kids often feel a sense of longing for schedules, activities and yes, learning. It’s estimated the students can lose up to 40 percent of what they learned the previous school year over the summer. That means weeks of review in the fall for teachers and a re-training for kids as they get re-acclimated to learning. Think of our athletes preparing for the Olympics this fall. They don’t take a day off from training. Why should kids take one-third of the year off from exercising their brains? Technology has put an enormous amount of information at our fingertips. It’s all there for the taking if you know where to look. Let’s make 2012 the summer of learning by engaging kids and keeping their brains active. I’ve teamed up with Sophia.org – a free site that offers 25,000 tutorials

(510) 544-2797 www.ebparks.org Admission: $8 adults, $6 seniors, $5 kids (ages 4-17)

Hayward: Old Fashioned Fourth of July Or get your history fix at Meek Mansion where the Hayward Area Historical Society will be hosting their OldFashioned Fourth of July. The family-friendly schedule of activities includes sack races, tug of war, a park-wide History Hunt, free crafts and face painting. Tours of the historic Meek Mansion are $5 per person. Bring along a picnic lunch or purchase hot dogs and soda on the grounds, and enjoy live Americana music by The Banjo Racketeers.

Old-Fashioned Fourth of July at Meek Park Wednesday, July 4 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Meek Park 17365 Boston Rd., Hayward (510) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org Free

Milpitas: The City of Milpitas welcomes the public to celebrate with them at their annual 4th of July Pool Party, Concert and Fireworks Show at the Milpitas Sports Center Complex. Jump into the “Waving the Red, White & Blue” Pool Party for $2 admission and enjoy music, games, and lots of fun. Hot dog lunches will be available for purchase, benefiting Milpitas Youth Theatre programs. Gates open at 6 p.m. for the Concert & “Red, White & Boom” Fireworks Show. The Houserockers open the evening with a live concert, and will be followed by a spectacular fireworks show. Space is extremely limited so pre-buy tickets to avoid the line at the event. Tickets are available for early purchase at the Milpitas Community Center and Milpitas Sports Center. Admission is $3, and the show is for ages 2 and up. The July 4th Concert and Fireworks show has been made possible by the generous sponsorship of Allied Waste Services, Dr. Horton, Headway Technologies, Robson Homes, Preston Pipelines, DRG Builders, Less Properties, Lyon Communities, and Shapell Industries.

on a variety of subjects – to develop a Summer Challenge for students. By completing tutorials and quizzes, they expand their minds and also have a chance to win prizes. They also can learn about science through a variety of experiments I developed and follow the Curiosity rover that will land on Mars in August. Now’s your chance to get them excited about math, science, English and more by taking advantage of the free resources that are all around us. Learning can happen anywhere and opportunities are all around us. The dog days of summer provide an immense opportunity for kids to explore, experiment, and even develop a passion for something new. We just need to

SUBMITTED BY JOHANNA FASSBENDER Celebrate Independence Day at the third annual Old Fashioned Fourth of July at historic Meek Park in Hayward from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free event for kids and adults. Sack races, tug of war and many classic organized children’s and family games, along with a hilariously fun park-wide History Hunt, are on the schedule of activities where all participants may win prizes. Free crafts and face painting will also be taking place. Everyone can kick back, relax with neighbors and listen to live music by The Banjo Racketeers playing a program of great Americana music. Bring your own family picnic or purchase hot dogs and soda at the event. Tour the historic Meek Mansion, built in 1869, where history will brought to life by actors portraying members of the Meek family talking about the house and their 19th century California life. Meek Mansion tours are $5 per person and all proceeds support the preservation of this East Bay architectural treasure. The event is organized and presented by Hayward Area Historical Society (HAHS) in partnership with Douglas Morrisson Theatre, Hayward Area Recreation and Park District and the Cherryland Community Association. The Hayward Area Historical Society (HAHS) preserves and interprets the diverse history of the Hayward, Castro Valley and San Lorenzo areas through educational programs, history exhibitions and the preservation of historic sites and artefacts. For more information, contact Hayward Area Historical Society at (510) 581-0223 or visit www.HaywardAreaHistory.org. Fourth of July at Meek Estate Wednesday, July 4 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Meek Park 17365 Boston Road, Hayward (510) 581-0223 www.HaywardAreaHistory.org

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Waving the Red, White & Blue Pool Party Wednesday, July 4 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Milpitas Sports Center

1325 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210 Admission: $2 Concert and Red, White & Boom Fireworks Show Wednesday, July 4 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Milpitas Sports Center 1325 East Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas (408) 586-3210 Admission: $3

Newark: Firefighters are famous for controlling fire and using it to cook great grub. Satisfy your stomach with all-you-can-eat pancakes at the annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast while supporting the Alameda County Firefighters-Local 55 Charity Fund, which funds community projects and organizations.

4th of July Pancake Breakfast Wednesday, July 4 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Alameda County Fire Station #27 39039 Cherry Street, Newark (510) 667-3148 Cost: $5

remember to keep it active, entertaining and fun! Visit www.Sophia.org

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Barracudas win over tough competitor BY MAYURI JAYARAMAN The Barracudas welcomed the Chabot Marlins to their pool on Saturday, June 30. They knew that they were competing against one of the toughest teams in the league. Cloudy and very cold in the morning, the day got warmer as the meet progressed. The Cudas were eager to know the score throughout the meet, but coaches insisted that they would have to wait until end to know the result; Barracudas win 594 to 484, definitely well deserved. Preparations are starting now to prepare for Championships, the final meet of the season, where all of the teams in the league compete against one another. At Saturday’s meet, many swimmers improved their times. The following improved their times by more than four seconds: Freestyle, Christina Bean improved her time by 6.61 seconds; Backstroke, Sanah Bhardwaj improved her time by 11 seconds, and Roman Nathan improved his time by 7.54 seconds; Breaststroke, Eva Rachal and Christina Bean improved their time by over 27 seconds!; Individual Medley, Michael Chang and Calvin Mei improved their times by 7 seconds. Also in the Individual Medley event, Stephen Jeffery improved his time by 4.91 seconds. Very good job, all of you!!! The Barracudas are excited to host the next meet against the Mission Highlands Sharks at their pool on Saturday, July 14.

Barracudas Win Closest Meet of the Season BY MAYURI JAYARAMAN PHOTO BY GARY WU The Barracudas definitely had a tense meet June 23. They visited the home pool of the Newark Bluefins at Newark Memorial High School. The meet started off cloudy and very cold in the morning; however the day got warmer as the meet progressed. The Cudas were eager to know the score throughout the meet, but the coaches would not whisper a word. In the end, the Barracudas brought themselves to another win, but the score was very close. It was 554 to 524. This has been the closest meet of the season, but the Barracudas will not let that stand in their way. At this meet, a few swimmers improved their

times. The following people improved their times by more than four seconds: in freestyle, David Lin improved his time by 4.63 seconds. In backstroke, Miguel Punzalan improved his time by 11 seconds, and Shreya Kaipa improved her time by 9.33 seconds. Also in backstroke, Hayden Crane improved his time by 4.17 seconds. In breaststroke, Elizabeth Deng improved her time by 4.65 seconds. In individual medley, Victoria Poole improved her time by 6.26 seconds and Melissa Ng improved her time by 6.22 seconds. Also in the Individual Medley event, Evan Huang improved his time by 5.5 seconds. Very good job, all of you!!! The Barracudas are excited to host the next meet against the Chabot Marlins at their pool Saturday, June 30.

Newark Soccer Club Fall Registration Love @ First Slice 36601 Newark Blvd, Newark Every Tuesday & Thursday ONLY, June 10th - June 28th & July 10th - 19th 6:00 - 8:00 PM

Newark Soccer Club Firework Booth Home Depot Parking Lot July 1st - July 4th 4:00 - 7:00 PM

Registration Ends: July 23rd Season Dates: August 25th – October 27th Season Fee: $140 (June 24th-July 8th) $150 (July 9th- July 23rd)

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Bluefins Fight in Tough Waters SUBMITTED BY CANDY ALCOSIBA The Newark Bluefins held their own against the Mission Valley Barracudas on Saturday, June 23. Although they ended up losing 524 to 554, the Bluefins had many successful victories throughout the day leaving the Barracudas trailing in the water. However, victory was ultimately halted by events that cost them the meet. The Bluefins - who claimed many victories throughout the day – are no stranger to the intense competition with the Barracudas, and Saturday’s meet was no exception. With many dominating events, the Bluefins gave the Barracudas a fierce competition. The swimmers showed off their expertise in the water by clinching first, second and third place position in many events. The eleven and twelve year old girls swept the fifty-yard freestyle event leading off with Caitlin Jackson, followed closely by Emily Losaigia and completing the top three was Jennifer Wang. The girls were thrilled with their performance and their times. But it wasn’t just the girls that dominated events, the fifteen-eighteen boys took the first, second and third place spots in the fifty-yard breaststroke. Kenny Alcosiba owned the first place position easily, followed another talented breast stroker, Jerry Quan. Completing the top three was Kevin Alcosiba who not only took the third place position, but also achieved a new personal record for the stroke.

Ohlone coach takes team to China John Peterson – head coach for men’s basketball at Ohlone College in Fremont – will be the head coach of a team of U.S.A. All Stars in the "Men's National B Team" Invitational Tournament in China from June 28 - July 10, 2012. Host teams in the event are China, Lithuania, and Germany along with the USA team. Peterson’s assistant, Justin Carter, will be assisting with the team as well. Three games will be held in each of three designated cities in China – Liuzhou, Taiyuan and Guangzhou. The U.S.A. team will play Germany, Lithuania, and China in each city and have one day of travel between cities for a total of nine games. The Invitational Tournament is an event with an Olympic-style format including "opening ceremonies," a parade of teams, and national anthems for all the countries. Typical attendance is somewhere between 8,000-10,000 people every night. The National B Team format is not one the U.S.A. typically uses because we have NBA players on our Olympic Team. However, a lot of other countries do use this system. The B Team is made up of players who were recently cut from the London Olympics squad or are future National Team members for the 2014 World Championships or 2016 Brazil Olympics. Players representing the U.S.A. include three recent college graduates who just finished playing NCAA Division 1, and the rest are either playing professionally in European leagues or in the NBA Development League. Their motivation is obviously to represent the United States as well as to try and secure a professional contract either in the U.S.A. or abroad. All game results will be posted after each contest at www.netscoutsbasketball.com/blog.

And although there were not quite enough wins to clinch a win, there were many first place swimmers. Lindsey Schaeffer took first in the 15-18 fifty-yard breast and the girls 15-18 two hundred yard medley relay was easily taken by Lindsey Schaeffer, Angela Longarini, Victoria Gerome and Allison Garret – an unbeatable relay team with a continuing momentum of breaking their times. The boy’s 15-18 unstoppable medley relay team has also been experiencing great success throughout the season, Sean Tillman, Kenny Alcosiba, Adam Garret and Albert Lee have dominated the event. Victoria Gerome crushed the girl’s15-18 fifty yard butterfly as well as Adam Garret who place first for the boy’s 15-18 fifty yard butterfly. The Bluefin swimmers are relentless in their efforts to rule the water, they work and train extremely hard and although each swimmer is unique and has their own specialty, they all have one common denominator – to drop time. Sebastian Gonzalez who competes in the 11-12 boys group continues to push himself at each meet. “My goal is to drop time every race.” Gonzalez said. And although there are

events that he is not so fond of, like the 100 individual medley, he still pushes himself to perfection. The strong team work ethic is contagious. Older swimmers give one hundred ten percent effort mirrored right down to the youngest swimmer. The team’s work hard ethic has spilled over on younger newer swimmers like Ellie Todd and Shelby LaPorte. And the coaches’ kids do not get a free pass; they also must rise to expectations. Veteran Jacob Crosby, son of head coach Gordon Crosby has been on the team long enough to know that nobody can slack. Everyone swims hard, stretches hard, and runs hard.

The team has fought hard for victory over the Barracudas over the past sixteen years and has narrowed the point spread significantly, even beating the team in 2009. “It was a close meet and unfortunately, we came out on the losing end of it today, but a defeat is not fatal unless it is final and you must get back up and fight again,” said Head coach Gordon Crosby. Although this was an upsetting loss for the Bluefins, it is one that has motivated them to push harder for this week’s meet with Highlands, another very competitive team. The team’s passion and perseverance to be the absolute best will eventually prevail.

Seals Step Up Despite Sharks Loss On Saturday June 23 the Seals were hosted by the spirited Highlands Sharks. Hawaii was the theme and there was no shortage of aloha printed shirts and island décor. Swimming under mostly clouds and an occasional spread of sunshine, the Seals swam a very tough meet against the closely matched Highlands Sharks. Last season, the Seals met the Sharks in their home opener and won by 87 points. Today – the Seals really stepped up – but fell short losing by about the same margin they won by last season. The final score was 487 to 587. Posted on Facebook was a shout out from Assistant Coach Desiree Fasolis - “Hey Seals, the official score was 587.5 (Highlands) to 487.5 (Seals). Great job today; there were LOTS of awesome swims! Keep it up!” Head Coach Robb Herndon announced the swimmers of the week. The Seals are proud of all their swimmers, however each week special recognition is awarded to four swimmers whose efforts, dedication to attending practices, and performance go over and above. This week, the Seals recognized Bethany Kiang, Armand Shah, Kami Mak, and Carlos Gonzales. Due to a lean swim roster this week – Matthew Lin was asked to race in a higher age bracket. Originally scheduled to swim in the 13-14 boys Medley Relay he agreed to swim up in the 15-18 event. His heart, determination, and commitment to the team carried him through as he found himself standing on the block among swimmers over twice his size. The crowds cheered the team on to a strong second place finish in standings – but it was certainly a blue ribbon finish in pride and determination. “I was a little nervous – but after I was in the water all I thought about was swimming my best.” commented Matthew Lin. Strong performances were posted by many of the Seals. Finishing first in all their events were Jessica Amaral, Virginia Xie, and Hoangkhanh Nguyen. The 8 and Under Girls Relay team of Kyra Vickery, Kelly Ohata, Hoangkhanh Nguyen, and Mikaela Lin took first and also beat a team record! Additional first place finishes are: Girls Events 8 and Under Medley (Kelly Ohata, Wenti Mercado, Hoangkhanh Nguyen, Mikaela Lin), 11-12 Medley (Kayla Hirsch, Mikayla Lee, Virginia Xie, Mercedes Reichel) 13-14 Medley (Jessica Amaral, Katie Leong, Hamaseh Pourhamseh, Geralyn Moore)

7- 8 Free and Back (Kyra Vickery) 9-10 Back (Emily Rozul) 9-10 Breast (Katelyn Farmer) 13-14 Breast (Katie Leong) 13-14 Fly (Hamaseh Pourhamseh) 13-14 Free Relay (Emily Gutierrez, Geralyn Moore, Katie Leong, Hamaseh Pourhamseh) Boys Events 11-12 Medley (Brandon Ohata, Victor He, Joey Fraticelli, Kyle Vickery) 6 and Under Free and Back (David Taylor) 11-12 Breast (Kyle Vickery) 13-14 Breast (Marvin Li) 11-12 Free Relay (Drake Moore, Luc Mercado, Joey Fraticelli, Victor He) The Seals’ fifth meet of the season is on June 30 against the 2011 EBSL League Champions – the San Leandro Drowning Darryls. Special thanks to Dave and Elise Leong for news pictures!

Bethany Kiang, Armand Shah, Carlos Gonzales, Kami Mak

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-todate 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, according 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 employ-

ees 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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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. 466366 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Devout Coffee, 40247 Besco Dr., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda. Jonathan Jay Fisher, 40247 Besco Dr., Fremont, CA 94538. Steven Robert Pape, 246 Grove Ave., Fremont, CA 94539. This business is conducted by a general partnership. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 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/ Jonathan Fisher This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 14, 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). 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2340617# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465772-73 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Fremont Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, 2. Fremont C D J R, 39639 Balentine Drive, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda; Mailing Address: 911 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall, San Jose, CA 95136, Santa Clara County Fremont Del Grande, Inc., 911 Capitol Expressway Auto Mall, San Jose, CA 95136; California 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/ Shawn Del Grande, President 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). 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2339496# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466580 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AK Films, 37097 Denning Ter. #392, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Aaron Neill Kelly, 37097 Denning Ter. #392, Fremont, CA 94536 Patricia Lori Walsh Kelly, 37097 Denning Ter. #392, Fremont, CA 94536 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 6/20/12. 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/ Aaron Kelly, Patricia LW Kelly This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 20, 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). 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2339273# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466680 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Hame Trucking, 39900 Blacow Rd. Apt 18, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Amarjit Singh, 39900 Blacow Rd. Apt. 18, 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/ Amarjit Singh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on June 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). 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24/12 CNS-2338920# 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 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-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#

GOVERNMENT CITY OF UNION CITY 34009 ALVARADONILES ROAD UNION CITY CA 94587 NOTICE OF GENERAL MUNICIPAL CONSOLIDATED ELECTION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2012 (Pursuant to Elections Code 12101) NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a General Municipal Consolidated Election will be held in the City of Union City on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, for the following officers:

For Mayor (1 seat) Full Term of 4 Years For City Council (1 seat) Full Term of 4 Years The polls will be open between the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 8:00 P.M. The nomination period for the General Municipal Consolidated Election will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July 16, 2012, and continue through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, August 10, 2012. If an incumbent does not file nomination papers, the nomination period will be extended, for non-incumbents only, until 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 15, 2012. Nomination papers will be available after 8:00 a.m. on Monday, July 16, 2012, at the Office of the City Clerk, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California. Please call the Office of the City Clerk at (510) 675-5348 for more information or to make an appointment to take out nomination papers. If no one or only one person is nominated for an elective office, appointment to the elective office may be made as prescribed by Elections Code Section 10229 and 10515 of the State of California. DATED: June 28, 2012 Renee Elliott, City Clerk/Elections Official Posted: July 3, 2012 7/3/12 CNS-2340503# ORDINANCE NO. 770-12 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY AMENDING TITLE 2, SECTIONS 2.21.020 AND 2.21.030 OF THE UNION CITY MUNICIPAL CODE (YOUTH COMMISSION) The above entitled ordinance was adopted by the City Council on June 26, 2012. This abbreviated notice is published in lieu of the full text of the ordinance. A copy of the full text of the ordinance, as it was read and adopted on June 26, 2012, is available on the City’s website at: http: //www.ci.union-city.ca.us/ordinances.html. A copy of the full text of the ordinance is also available at the Office of the City Clerk, 34009 AlvaradoNiles Road, Union City, California, during normal business hours. The City Clerk can be reached by phone at 510-675-5348 if you desire a copy of the full text of the ordinance sent to you via email or by first class mail. ORDINANCE NO. 770-12 WAS PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Union City at a regular meeting held on June 26, 2012, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Duncan, Ellis and Navarro, Vice Mayor Gacoscos, Mayor Green NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None APPROVED: /s/ Mark Green MARK GREEN, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Renee Elliott RENEE ELLIOTT, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ Benjamin T. Reyes II BENJAMIN T. REYES II, City Attorney 7/3/12 CNS-2339485#

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 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 6019 - Mendez, Francisco 6034 - Lipps, Thomas 7034 - Washington, Joy 9061 - Jones, Freddie Lee Public Storage 27265 38290 Cedar Blvd. Newark , CA 94560-4604 (510) 793-7093 Time: 11:00 AM Stored by the following person (s): B018 - Vakauta, Penisimani C066 - Pivin, Amy C102 - MARQUEZ, MARGARET C130 - Penny, Christina C145 - Miller, Bernadette D178 - HOWARD, CARSILLA F011 - LecCompte, Monique Cheree D110 - ROTOLO, SAL Public Storage 24613 4555 Peralta Blvd 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 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 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#

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Oh Freedom

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"Before I'll be a slave, I'd be buried in my grave / And go home to my Lord and be free."

powerful folk song/spiritual song – Oh Freedom - sung by musical maven Odetta in the 1950s became a powerful affirmation of the inalienable right by every individual to be free in thought despite intellectual conflict with others. The United States of America became, at its founding, and has remained, the beacon of this concept throughout the world. The audacity of this idea and this nation’s attempt to put it into practice has sparked anger and retaliation by those who seek to restrict and shackle creative debate and innovation.

Our finer moments as a nation demonstrate the tenacity and indomitable nature of freedom. All of our history is not laudable, but whose is? We are constantly besieged by enemies of free thought both within and outside our borders. These are the folks trying to sell the notion of carefully controlled access to information through economic or militaristic management. This evil takes many shapes and forms, some easily recognizable while others are insidious and cleverly disguised as familiar icons, especially in the dissemination of news through traditional channels, gossip, half-truths, rumor and hearsay. The idea that individuals can think and act appropriately without strict supervision is anathema to them. Although many U.S. institutions – executive, legislative, legal - are imperfect and outright corrupt, the ideal of freedom and justice for all remains as a guiding principle which has somehow prevailed over time. Even when passions run high and outright fraud is exposed, many of us still cling to the belief that we have something valuable to offer to our society and others around the world. For many citizens of the United States of America, patriotism is more complex than simply pledging allegiance to a flag

or defending this country. It is an affirmation of our souls and belief in the sanctity of individual accomplishment in pursuit of the common good. Freedom is messy and filled with angst, despair and disappointment, but the opportunities, possibilities and rewards are worth the risk. In spite of our flaws, the United States of America remains a land of hope and opportunity, compassionate, strongly individualistic and committed to our country’s Declaration of Independence [and Bill of Rights].

The 2012 Panetta Institute Internship from the Cal State East Bay campus has been awarded to Emily Flemming, a senior in Sociology, with an emphasis in Social Services. She hopes to earn an additional minor in Political Science through the award. Flemming will go to the Panetta Institute for Public Policy at the CSU Monterey Bay campus for two weeks of training in August, then spend 11 weeks in Washington, D.C. working full-time in the office of a U.S. Congress person and attending special seminars. The Castro Valley resident knew the Panetta was right for her the moment she learned of it. “I love people and decided to study sociology so I could position myself to be in a career where I could help people better their lives and make a difference,” said Flemming. “The internship fits in with my career goals because it will avail me with the opportunity of seeing which side of working with the public I like best and place in me in international atmosphere, which I like. “This internship will change my perspective not only of politics and government, but of the position I want to play in my future

career and the type of leadership role I can see myself in, and for that I'm grateful. Since, I want to make the biggest impact I can I'm looking forward to getting a glimpse of what it's like to work on the behalf of others on a national level,” she said. Flemming impressed her mentor, Holly Vugia, assistant professor of Sociology and Social Services, when she sought independent study on

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SOUTHINGTON, Conn. (AP) – What started out as a pet project for Rebecca Brown and her kids became an addition of some feathered fowl to their family of four. “To us, they're like a part of our family,” said Brown. “They've been very positive in our lives.” Brown, a single mother of three and a resident of Andrews Street, is one of many Southington residents to raise backyard chickens in residential areas of town. Despite some neighborhood concerns about noise, odor and attracting wild animals, the poultry population seems to be on the rise, and owners say the benefits far outweigh the risks. For Brown, the chickens began three years ago as a family project and a way to spend time with her children, Elizabeth Nichols, 21, Daniel Brown, 16, and Cody Brown, 14. “It was something we wanted to do together as a family,” said Rebecca Brown. “I grew up on a farm raising chickens, and my kids wanted to understand how a chicken gets to a table.” Instead of purchasing fully grown chickens, Brown and her children raised their two chickens from eggs. The family purchased fertilized eggs from a farm in Manchester and hatched them in a homemade incubator made out

of a plastic-foam cooler, Christmas lights and wire mesh. As the chickens matured, the family also built a coop and a fenced-in pen complete with raised garden beds and a compost pile for the chickens to roam, scratch and hunt for worms. “We built the fence together, we built the garden together, so I think it was family time for us together,” said Brown. Three years later, the flock continues to be a family project. Every week, Brown's kids take turns feeding, watering and collecting the two eggs laid every day. “They're very fresh,” said Brown. “I can tell the difference between grocery store eggs and our eggs. They're very bright, yellow, vibrant yolks and there's a big difference, even with cooking hard-boiled eggs. The taste is so much fresher.” Brown's flock, originally three hens and one rooster, now consists of two hens. Peanut Butter, Peanut for short, is a Polish fancy chicken. She has orange and black coloring and a crest of feathers covering her eyes. Whitey, a mix of a Rhode Island white and an unknown breed, is mostly white with black accent feathers along her neck and in her tail. Brown said both Peanut and Whitey have distinct personalities. “Whitey is very quiet, docile, where Peanut tends to be a little more uppity and flighty,” said Brown. “But Peanut's my favorite one because I love her colors, so I tend to pick her up more. She

tends to be more agitated when you pick her up.” “They're great pets” Christine Barry, a Cheshire resident and chicken owner, said her flock of three chickens is an endless source of amusement. “They're great pets,” said Barry. “They're funny because they come in the house. We don't intentionally let them in, but you leave a door open and suddenly you have chickens in your kitchen. They make us laugh a lot.” In addition to providing eggs, Brown said the chickens have been therapeutic for her youngest son, Cody, who was in a car accident shortly before she purchased the chickens. When Cody was out of school for almost six months, the chickens provided both physical rehabilitation and emotional comfort. “Part of his therapy was getting him thinking and doing stuff,” said Brown. “And with the chickens he could come – hate to say this – and talk to them. He won't admit it, but he would come and talk to them. They're the same regardless of who you are. They treat you the same.” Barry said her flock was also beneficial for her son, Casey, now a rising senior at Cheshire High School. In 2008, Barry, along with Casey and Brown's husband, John, fought the Cheshire Zoning Board of Appeals to keep chickens on their two-acre property after a neighbor complained they were in violation of the

town's then-required three acres for chickens. “When we had to fight the town of Cheshire to get the zoning changed, my son got up and spoke in front of the Town Council and he learned a lot about changing laws and the process,” said Barry. “We actually succeeded in changing the law. He felt like he really accomplished something with that.” Brown had to appear in front of the Southington Zoning Board of Appeals in April when a neighbor complained about a rooster she had among her hens. Brown, who has since removed the rooster, said she didn't realize she had a rooster since, she hatched her chickens from eggs and roosters don't begin to crow until reaching adulthood. Despite the recent conflict, Brown said her overall experience with the neighborhood has been positive. “Where we live our chickens are not noticeable to our neighbors except for one,” said Brown. “Other than that, when people come over, we have to tell them we have chickens because they don't realize. And they're very receptive, they take pictures of them and I've had a book club here and all the ladies come over and check them out because they can't believe we have chickens and are actually eating the eggs from our chickens.” Barry, who has since moved to a 12-acre property in Cheshire,

also said that the overall neighborhood reaction at her old home to her chickens was enthusiastic. “I would say 99 percent of the people I know in the neighborhood absolutely loved the chickens,” said Barry. “They think it's quaint and they love to watch and feed them.” Although Barry and Brown have had many positive reactions to their flocks, Southington Town Planner Mary Savage Dunham said the town has dedicated a lot of time to the poultry issue. “We have received a lot of complaints in town,” said Dunham. “Many people keep poultry and livestock and have no permits for that, and as the town becomes more of a bedroom community as opposed to rural, residential uses and farm uses don't always make good neighbors.” The Southington Planning and Zoning Commission recently tabled a proposal to require two acres for the keeping of chickens. Brown, who lives on an acre and a half of land, thinks two acres is excessive. “I have just barely an acre and a half and you wouldn't know walking up here even if I had chickens,” said Brown. “I think you just have to have a relationship with your neighbors and an understanding. You have to educate them, I think, is what half the battle is.” Information from: Record-Journal, http://www.recordjournal.com

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Elected Women of Newark greet Supervisor Valle SUBMITTED BY EILEEN MCDONALD As a traditional cool evening breeze swept through Newark, over 100 people packed the McDonald residence to welcome newly appointed Alameda County Supervisor Richard Valle to the community. The event hosted by the Elected Women of Newark was neither a campaign kick-off nor a fund raiser for his November election, but rather an opportunity to “meet and greet” Mr. Valle. The open house reception featured desserts created by the hosts: Pat Kite, Union Sanitary District; Patricia Danielson, Washington Hospital; Vivien Larsen, Ohlone College; Nancy Thomas, Newark School Board; Sucy Collazo, Newark City Council; and Eileen McDonald, Alameda County Board of Education. Alameda County Superintendent of Schools, Sheila Jordan, sent a cake in Valle’s honor. “He will be a tremendous asset on the Board of Supervisors. I congratulate him and wish him much success,” stated Jordan. Many Newark residents had supported the appointment of Vice-Mayor Ana Apodaca. Just as Union City stood firmly beside their city icon, Richard Valle, many in Newark had been pulling for Apodaca. “I have known Ana since she was born and watched her mature into a fine young woman and a powerful leader - the future

(Left to Right): Patricia Danielson,Washington Hospital Board; Sucy Collazo, Newark City Council; Nancy Thomas, Newark School Board; Eileen McDonald, Alameda County Board of Education; Richard Valle, Alameda County Board of Supervisors;Vivien Larsen, Ohlone College Board; Pat Kite, Union Sanitary District.

of our community,” stated Alameda County Board of Education member Eileen McDonald, organizer of the event. “When Richard received the appointment I thought it time to put politics aside and give Richard a huge Newark welcome. I have worked with him at the county level. He is amazing and will represent us well. He has my vote in November,” said McDonald. Retired Newark teacher and North Fre-

Planning for urban wildfire SUBMITTED BY THOR POULSEN Fire in the hills can occur where urban-interface areas pose threats to citizens and homes. An urban-interface fire creates complex challenges for firefighters. Residents in or near an urban/wildland area, should design and maintain their homes and landscaping with wildfire-safety in mind. Simple steps to make a home fire-safe, inside and out, not only reduces the threat to the property but helps protect families. Everyone in these areas should understand some basics and be prepared: Construction materials, landscaping plants and design, surrounding wildland fuels, the location of their home, on a slope or flat area, and more all affect exposure to, and threat from, wildfire. Fuel Fuel includes anything that will burn trees, shrubs, grass, homes, fences, decks, sheds and more. Unchecked, an urban wildfire makes no distinction between wildland and urban fuels - between grass, trees or a home. Preventative measures, however, can alter a fire's behavior and reduce risk. Low-lying fuels, such as grass and shrubs, often carry a fire more quickly than larger fuels but usually at lower intensities and with shorter flame-lengths. However, if they form a continuous path to a deck or home, the property can burn as easily as in larger fuels. Just as firefighters create firebreaks in the wildland, it is important for property owners to create space between plants and establish breaks in landscaping to alter a

fire's path to the home. Ladder fuels are grasses, brush and shrubs that carry fire from low-lying, surface vegetation into tall trees. Confine a fire near the surface and reduce its intensity by trimming or removing ladder fuels near trees and keep low-hanging branches trimmed to a minimum of six feet above the ground. Crown fuels are tall trees which, once alight, are difficult to manage and often pose the greatest threats because of high temperatures, high burn-intensities, long flame lengths, the probability of spreading embers widely, and more. Stands of trees should be thinned to create space between them, with branches trimmed and out of contact with the ground. Trees next to and touching a building are best removed. Weather Critically, weather affects a fire's intensity and rate of spread. High temperatures, low humidity and wind can make a wildfire in grass or brush as dangerous and threatening as a crown fire and exacerbate the intensity and spread of crown fires. A long, dry spell or drought conditions only intensify a wildfire's behavior and threat. When considering one’s home, understand that wind can carry embers and firebrands up to more than a mile from the main fire. Embers landing on a roof or in gutters containing leaves, or other flammable debris, or getting trapped beneath or on decks, are responsible for the loss of many homes each year. Terrain A property’s surrounding terrain must be considered. Fires tend to burn uphill more quickly and intensely than downhill

mont resident, Suzanne Miller commented in an email, “How wonderful it was to meet Mr. Valle. It is nice to meet my representative personally.” Ohlone College Trustee, Vivien Larsen echoed those feelings adding, “What a kind, humble man he is. I look forward to working with him on issues that pertain to Ohlone.” In an email, Supervisor Valle gratefully thanked the Elected Ladies of Newark.

“Thank you all so much for the warm welcome to your community. I was pleased to meet so many people and look forward to being your representative.” Many felt that it was nice to be able to move on and sweep away the controversy that surrounded the previous representative who had resigned due to personal issues. It’s time to get on with county business!

or across flat areas. This effect is worse, if the upslope includes a narrow drainage, called a chimney, which can funnel and intensify the wind and flames. Buildings at or near the top of a slope are at a greater risk and require proper landscape management over a greater distance downhill than on flat ground to reduce risk by an equivalent amount. What Can Homeowners Do? First, reduce the property’s exposure and flammability; this entails one or more steps ranging from installing a fire-resistant roof to removing debris from beneath decks, keeping roofs and gutters free of leaves and other flammable material and storing firewood away from the house. Second, reduce and manage fuels surrounding the home to increase fire-resistance. This ranges from keeping the landscaping low and clean near the building to raking away leaves and other debris and creating enough space between trees and plants to slow an approaching fire. Think and Act in Zones When preparing a property to withstand a wildfire, think in terms of zones and consider a 200-feet radius around the home. In some cases, this may require working with neighbors or other landowners. Zone 1: Home Ignition Zone The most critical area is the “home ignition zone” which includes the building and landscaping within a 30-feet radius. Wind-blown embers and firebrands can ignite a home while leaving the surrounding vegetation untouched or only charred. Better protection of this zone includes removing leaves or other wooden debris from gutters and roofs; clearing away vegetation and debris from under decks and any touching the foundation; ensuring eaves and attic vents have a small, quarter-inch screen; keeping firewood away from the building; and keeping vegetation in this area trimmed short, well-irrigated, free of dead material and spaced apart to prevent a continuous path of fuel to the structure. Zone 2: Defensible Space Zone This is the second-most critical zone and includes the area between 30 feet and 100 feet around the building. Remove

dead and dying grass, shrubs and trees; thin vegetation and ladder fuels and keep them free of dead material; and replace hazardous vegetation with less flammable, irrigated landscaping, including lawn or low-growing ground cover and flowering plants. Zone 3: Wildland Fuel Reduction Zone In this zone, 100 feet and beyond, remove dense undergrowth and thin denselycrowded smaller trees. Experts recommend a 10-feet gap between trees and shrubs. The lowest branches on mature trees should be at least six feet above the ground, out of reach of fire. There are many measures to enhance the survivability of one’s home when wildfire occurs but each step, no matter how small, can make a big difference. Multiple steps can vastly reduce risk and subsequent loss. When Fire Strikes Waiting until smoke is in the air, before taking precautionary measures, is too late. When a fire occurs nearby, be prepared to evacuate. Park the car facing out of the garage or in the direction of departure. Gather important and irreplaceable photos, documents, heirlooms and pets and put them in the car. Take flammable deck or patio furniture indoors and move all flammable furniture away from windows. Close all windows, doors, vents, blinds and non-flammable window coverings. If possible, turn off all gas and propane utilities. Leave on a porch or outside light. Listen to local TV or radio for evacuation news. Local authorities may also drive through the neighborhood with public announcements. Leave immediately when asked to do so. Every year, across the Nation, some homes survive, while many others perish, major urban wildfires. Properties belonging to owners who prepared for the eventuality of fire, which is an inescapable force of nature in fire-prone areas, are the ones that usually survive. For more information on Disaster Preparedness-related materials visit www.hayward-ca.gov and click on the red “Disaster Preparedness” button or contact the Hayward Fire Department Emergency Services Office at (510) 583-4948.

Concussion testing for high school athletes SUBMITTED BY KATE LECORNU One in 10 high school athletes will suffer a concussion during the fall season. Concussions can be difficult to diagnose, however the most common initial symptom will be a change in the athlete’s behavior. Symptoms may include amnesia, balance or vision issues, fatigue, headache, sensitivity to light or noise, confusion, nausea and, in some cases, loss of consciousness. An athlete with a suspected concussion should NEVER return to the prac-

tice/game where he or she was injured, no matter the symptoms’ severity or longevity. Every concussion is dangerous, no matter how seemingly mild. There is no timetable – recovery time varies from person to person. Each athlete with a suspected concussion should ALWAYS be evaluated by a certified athletic trainer, physician trained in concussions or a neuropsychologist before returning to practice or play. ImPACT is the leader in baseline concussion testing which is performed during pre-participation sports physicals. The test

takes about 20 minutes and measures the individual’s memory, attention span and processing speed. The test is recommended for youth aged 12 and older who participate in a sports program such as football, soccer, basketball and/or lacrosse. Through the use of this baseline test, the athlete has a personal report that can be used determine an individualized “return to play decision” should an injury occur during the season. This comprehensive, computerized approach is the standard adopted across the NFL, NHL, Major League Baseball, the Indianapolis Racing League, the U.S.

Ski and Snowboard team, college and high-school athletics with roughly 2 million people tested. Dr. Jim Dhanoa, Sports Medicine physician at Fremont Orthopaedic and Rehabilitative Medicine, a Credentialed ImPACT Consultant says, “Concussions can result in serious health problems if the athlete returns to play before the concussion has time to heal. Therefore it is important that anyone who has symptoms of a concussion is evaluated by a physician experienced in treating concussions.”

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James Pello, III James Pello III, 58, of Oakland/Fremont, California, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2012 at his sister’s home in Show Low, Arizona. Jim is survived by his daughter, Angela Pello of Menlo Park, California, granddaughter, Raneecia Allison, of Tacoma, Washington, brother, Donny of Newman, California, sisters Kathy Wise of Redwood City, California and Theresa Coscia of Show Low, Arizona, as well as many friends and family members throughout the country. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, James II and Vivian Crow, and brothers Larry and Cory. No services will be held. Owens Livingston Mortuary of Show Low handled the arrangements. For those who have special memories and would like to send private condolences or sign our online guest book, we invite you to visit our website at www.owenslivingstonmortuary. Owens Livingston Mortuary 320 N. 9th Street Show Low, Arizona 85901 Phone: 928-537-2141 Fax: 928-537-8175

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Tuesday, July 10 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, July 11 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

Gregory Griggs

On June 25th, at the age of 70 Gregory Griggs passed away with his loving family gathered around him. Although he lived six more amazing years after losing a lung to cancer, his body grew tired and he knew it was time to join his Heavenly Father. A truely compassionate man with a heart of gold who loved people, his wife, his family and friends (and his beloved dog Cali). He will be missed by many. He is survived by his wife Jeanie, his Father Glenn Griggs and children Curtis Griggs and wife Carrie Griggs, his daughters Tamera Junier and husband Kenny, and Karen Griggs. He leaves behind his grandsons Ryan,Glenn, Timothy, Gregory and Jacob, his Grand-daughter Rachel and one great- grandson Holden. His Sisters and Brothers-in-law Rosemary and John Cook, Glenda and Gilbert Hohn, Fern and George Staton, Brenda and Chip White. His Brothers and Sisterin-law Dennis and Diane Griggs and Bryan Griggs and many other beloved family members. He is preceded in death by his mother Goldie Griggs and grandson Jason Holden Griggs. Services have been previously held.

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local scenes. Most of these paintings are studies from the group’s weekly informal plein air excursions. Although our schedule is maintained on the Fremont Art Association Plein Air (FAAPA), we are also known as East Bay Outdoor Painters (EBOP) and we are looking for more people to come out and paint, sketch with us. The location changes every two weeks; all mediums are welcome. There is nothing you need to do to join in except show up and paint, sketch or whatever. Join us on Wednesday mornings from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. For more info call Robyn at (510) 656-4939 or visit http://www.fremontartassociation.org/faapa.php.

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Landscape Painting Exhibit Thursday, July 5 - Thursday, August 2 Wednesday: 5:30 p.m. - 11 p.m. Thursday, 5:30 p.m.: 11:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 5:30 p.m. - 1:30 a.m. Reception: Thursday, July 12 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. The Wild Vine Wine Bar and Lounge 2187 1st Street, Livermore (925) 321-5463 www.wildvinelounge.com Free Mike Polanski at Regan’s

SUBMITTED BY SACHIE JOHNS PHOTO BY SACHIE JOHNS The Fremont Art Association’s new outdoor painting group, Fremont Art Association Plein Air/East Bay Outdoor Painters (FAAPA/EBOP) will exhibit their landscape paintings of scenery of the Bay Area at The Wild Vine Wine Bar and Lounge in Livermore starting Thursday, July 5 through Thursday, August 2 with a reception on Thursday, July 12, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. En plein air is a French expression which means “in the open air” and is used to describe paintings that have been created chiefly outdoors, rather than in the studio. Painting in plein air is one of the most difficult and challenging ways of painting. Plein air artists attempt to capture an impression of what the eye sees, rather than what the viewer knows or feels about the scene. The landscape paintings that comprise the exhibit are for the most part created directly on location and are all

Are you interested in gaining a better understanding of how your police department operates? The Newark Citizen Police Academy (CPA) provides participants with an overview of the department’s structure, services, and personnel through classroom discussion, hands-on instruction, and demonstrations. Police officers with extensive knowledge and expertise will discuss topics such as Gangs, Narcotics/Vice, Crime Scene Investigations, SWAT/Hostage Negotiations, K9, and Firearms Familiarization, just to name a few. Eligible participants must: 1) Be at least 21 years of age 2) 2) Live or work in the City of Newark 3) 3) Have no prior felony or serious misdemeanor convictions 4) 4) Be willing to have a background check completed 5) 5) Be committed to attending all sessions The next CPA is scheduled for Thursday evenings from 6:30-9:00pm beginning on September 6, 2012 and ending with a graduation/pot luck dinner on October 25, 2012. Most sessions are held at the police department, with the exception of firearms familiarization and the K9 demonstration, which will be held off-site. Participation is limited to the first 20 applicants to pass the background process. Applications can be downloaded on our website at www.newark.org or contact Beverly Ryans at (510) 578-4352 or beverly.ryans@newark.org for more information.

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Cletus will be promoting his new material, including the single, “Leftside Right.” To learn more about Cletus, visit www.justcletus.com. Apart from the festival, several pre-festival events are scheduled for the week prior. On Monday a lecture will be held at the Hayward Main Library, followed by a second lecture Tuesday, July 3 at the Russell City Grill & Sports Bar. Patrons will be treated to a live performance at Buffalo Bills on Thursday, July 5, with a final Friday evening kickoff at The Bistro. Presented by the Bay Area Blues Society and the City of Hayward, this year's festival promises to be memorable. Music, food and good times are on tap for everyone, so head over to Hayward this weekend, and get the blues! Tickets are $20 in advance, $25 at the door per day, or $35 for a two-day pass in advance. Students and seniors (62+) pay $15 in advance or $20 at the door per day with ID. Purchase tickets at www.highsierratickets.com or at The Bistro on B & Main Streets, and The Cobbler on Foothill. Hayward Russell City Blues Festival Saturday and Sunday, July 7 and 8 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. Hayward City Hall Plaza 777 B Street, Hayward (510) 836-2227 www.bayareabluessociety.net Tickets: $15 - $35

and plenty of crafts and souvenirs for purchase. Among those gracing the stages during the festival will be Cletus, fresh from a highly heralded performance at the Monterey Blues Festival. This R&B singer-songwriter will bring his diverse musical

style in a live performance sure to keep all captivated. Having collaborated on projects with the likes of Stevie Wonder, Sly and the Family Stone, Celine Dion, Wynton Marsalis, Jeffrey Holder, Chris Botti, Chicago, the New York Philharmonic, and the New York Pops,

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