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ake a trip down memory lane and enjoy a blast from the past at the 48th annual Niles Antique Faire & Flea Market Sunday, August 26 in Fremont’s historic Niles District. This event draws an estimated 30,000 attendees each year, many of whom attend the faire to view vintage items and reminisce with stories from their childhood. Niles is known for its shopping and silent film vintage in a quaint main street setting. The event will begin bright and early with the popular pancake breakfast at 4 a.m. for vendors and eager, hungry early bird customers.

"The success of the Niles Antique Faire is that we look for many different vendors each year with several types of items for sale," said faire coordinator Keith Elrod. From antique jewelry to vintage clothing, over 200 vendors will showcase charming antiques and memorabilia.

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SUBMITTED BY CHRISTINE BENDER Every year, Sun Gallery celebrates the creative work of its members with an annual exhibition dedicated to them. This year the theme is “I Can See Clearly Now...”, an apt description of the way in which art displayed in the Gallery has come to change the lives of those who make the work and also encounter it when they visit the space.

Our members are as diverse as the work they produce and this exhibition is a wonderful illustration of that thought; paintings in oil and acrylic, ceramic figurines, photography, handpulled printmaking, and sculpture. If you ever wondered what goes on in art studios of the East Bay, look no further. Artists in the exhibition include: Fleur Spolidor, Tracy Ricks, Nina Starr, Alex Milarodovich, Patra Nesseth Steffes, David Nesseth Steffes, Marjorie Wagner, Valerie Caveglia,

BY M. J. LAIRD PHOTOS COURTESY OF KATHLEEN SAGE A local nonprofit organization that funds projects assisting women at critical junctures in their lives is hosting a laid-back afternoon of music and wine at Westover Winery on Sunday, August 26.

The rustic tasting room of Westover with its open, tree-accented courtyard provides a relaxing place to take in the last breaths of summer. William and Jill Smyth own and operate the award-winning winery, known for its large variety of port wines. Smyth began the vineyards, just a mile from where William Westover Smyth’s grandmother, Ione Westover was born in 1906. His partner and wife, Jill, grew up in the wine industry, learning from local winemaker, Bob Burger.

Music in the Vineyard returns for the third year as the primary fundraiser for Soroptimist International of the Tri-Cities at a local winery off Niles Canyon Road. Attendees can purchase wine by bottle or glass, while listening to the classic rock, country and Southern rock sounds of

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n the last 15 years, studies reported by the Centers for Disease Control indicate that the percentage of Americans with cardiovascular problems is declining. Yet, heart disease remains the No. 1 killer in the U.S. Every year, thousands of people in this country undergo surgery to treat problems associated with heart disease. In Alameda County, according to the 2010 Community Needs Assessment, more than 40,000 people were hospitalized for coronary heart disease between 2006 and 2008, the most recent local statistics available. Many of these patients went into the hospital to undergo cardiac surgery.

For the past 17 years, Washington Hospital’s Cardiothoracic Surgery Department has provided this community with innovative, state-of-the-art surgical care for adults with heart problems. One of the Department’s greatest strengths is its multidisciplinary, comprehensive approach to care, which brings together physicians specializing in cardiac surgery and a range of other accomplished healthcare professionals to provide the treatment and support needed to achieve the best patient outcomes.

Before having cardiac surgery at Washington Hospital, patients meet with their surgeon, anesthesiologist, members of the Hospital staff who provide care and support before surgery, and a nurse from the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department. After all the critical information is gathered, a plan is devel-

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Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) and heart valve surgery.

CABG procedures are intended to improve blood flow to the heart when there is a significant blockage of one or more coronary arteries. These blood vessels are critically important because they carry oxygen-rich blood to the heart muscle. A severe blockage causes muscle damage and may lead to a potentially fatal heart attack.

This surgery creates a blood vessel graft, providing a path around the blockage and oped to meet the patient’s individual needs restoring blood to the heart. before, during and after surgery.

CABG procedures have traditionally been Advanced procedures performed at Washington Hospital include Coronary done by placing the patient on a heart-lung machine, which does the work of the heart and lungs during surgery. With this on-pump approach, the patient’s heart is stopped and a heart-lung machine supplies the blood with oxygen, pumping it back through the patient’s body.

Now, surgeons at Washington Hospital also perform the innovative off-pump—or “beating heart”— procedure.

In this case, the heart-lung machine is not used and the heart is not stopped while the surgeon performs the procedure.

With off-pump CABG surgery, the patient receives medication to slow down the heart rate. The surgeon uses special tools that stabilize one part of the heart to provide the best access to the blocked arteries. Meanwhile, the rest of the heart pumps oxygen-rich blood to the paWashington Hospital heart surgeon Dr. Jon-Cecil Walkes performs tient’s body.

Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) surgery using the innovative “We focus on doing the off-pump—or “beating heart”— procedure. Learn more about the first-class cardiothoracic surgery performed at Washington Hospital off-pump procedure because by visiting www.whhs.com/openheart. it can offer some distinct ad-

vantages to the patient, such as fewer blood transfusions. The on-pump approach can be associated with longer hospitalizations and less satisfactory outcomes. Off-pump procedures also decrease the risk of stroke after surgery,” reported Jon-Cecil Walkes, M.D., a board certified cardiovascular surgeon on the medical staff at Washington Hospital. Dr. Walkes practices with the Washington Township Medical Foundation.

Dr. Walkes and other cardiac surgeons at Washington Hospital also perform different types of heart valve surgery, ranging from the traditional sternotomy to an innovative, minimally invasive approach. With traditional heart valve surgery, the surgeon makes an incision in the center of the chest and divides the breastbone to gain access to the heart and surrounding structures. It usually takes patients about six to eight weeks to fully recover from this procedure.

With select patients, the surgeon can use a minimally invasive approach to repair or replace the heart valve through a small incision in the right side of the chest.

Patients typically require fewer blood transfusions and the recovery time, including hospitalization, is shorter. This procedure can be used to repair an aortic valve or mitral valve. In some cases, it can also be used to treat heart tumors.

“With mitral valve surgery, many hospitals do mainly valve replacements but, at Washington Hospital, 90 percent of the mitral valve procedures we do are valve repairs,” explained Dr. Walkes. “This avoids many unnecessary replacements, which are riskier and require more complicated postsurgical care.”

For further information about cardiothoracic surgery at Washington Hospital, go online to the Hospital’s Web site at www.whhs.com/openheart. To learn more about Dr. Walkes and other physicians with Washington Township Medical Foundation, go to www.mywtmf.com.

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

Washington Township Health Care District Board Meeting August 8, 2012 Show Times: Tuesday, Aug. 21 - 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Wednesday, Aug. 22 - 2 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Thursday, Aug. 23 - 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Friday, August 24 - 2 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Saturday, August 25 - 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Sunday, August 26 - 6 a.m. and 6 p.m.

Monday, August 27 - 2 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Turning 65? Get to Know Medicare Show Times:Tuesday, August 21 (12 a.m. and 12 p.m.;Thursday, August 23 (4 a.m. and 4 p.m.); Saturday, August 25 (8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.)

If you or someone you know is 65 or older, it’s important to know about Medicare coverage.

Two unbiased experts will cover Medicare plans, prescription coverage and how Medicare works.

Don’t Let Back Pain Sideline You Show Times:Tuesday, August 21 (2 a.m. and 2 p.m);Wednesday, August 22 (8:30 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.); Sunday, August 26 (2 a.m. and 2 p.m.)

Are you among the millions who suffer from low back pain? Learn about low back pain and the techniques you can use to lessen pain and discomfort, as well as when you should visit a doctor.

Learn the Facts About Shingles Show Times:Tuesday, August 21 (5 a.m. and 5 p.m.); Friday, August 24 (12 a.m. and 12 p.m.); Monday, August 27 (6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.)

Years after you’ve recovered from the Chicken Pox, the virus can be reactivated, causing shingles.A physician specializing in infectious disease discusses how to recognize the symptoms of shingles and how to reduce your risk

Diabetes Matters: What’s New? Diabetes Update Show Times:Wednesday, August 22 (4:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.); Friday, August 24 (4:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.); New research could mean even better outcomes for people with diabetes. Learn about one of the biggest recent advances in the treatment of type 1 diabetes, as well as current research involving treatments for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

Colorectal Cancer: Healthy Diet to Prevent Cancer Show Times: Wednesday, August 22 (5 a.m. and 5 p.m.)

You can lower your risk for colorectal cancer. A gastroenterologist and a registered dietitian will discuss screening for prevention, as well as certain dietary and lifestyle changes you can make to help reduce your risk for developing the disease.

Diabetes Matters: Dietary Supplements – What You Need to Know Show Times:Wednesday, August 22 (10 a.m. and 10 p.m.); Sunday, August 26 (9:30 a.m. and 9:30 p.m.)

Are you doing more harm than good by adding supplements to your routine? Get the facts. Lori Roffelsen, R.D., C.D.E., discusses how to evaluate if a supplement is right for you, as well as Internet resources for evaluating them, and the latest research available.

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Don’t forget that you can now watch InHealth Channel television shows and other Washington Hospital videos at any time from your mobile device or tablet computer. Visit www.whhs.com or www.inhealth.tv to downstream InHealth programs 24/7.

You can now stay connected to Washington Hospital on Facebook and Twitter. Browse our calendar of upcoming events, seminars and other happenings taking place at your community hospital.

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Make Exercise a Regular Part of Your Routine and Reduce Stroke Risk

H Success in School is Easier with Good Nutrition It is estimated that 30 to 50 percent of the nutrition an average child gets in a day comes from what they eat away from home. During the school year that means lunch at school. At a time when nearly 30 percent of children are overweight or obese, making sure your kids eat breakfast before school and enjoy a healthy lunch during the day may be the two most important things you can do to ensure they get the nutrition they need, and the foundation to succeed in school.

“With meals away from home, it can be challenging to meet a child’s daily nutrition needs, especially for calcium, iron and vitamin C,” says Kimberlee Alvari, a registered dietitian and director of the Food and Nutrition department at Washington Hospital.

“You should aim to include at least three different food groups in breakfast and lunch,” says Alvari. “For instance, a tortilla with peanut butter and

A little advance planning, letting kids help choose healthy items at the grocery store, and making foods that do double-duty can help you get your family on the path to good nutrition for the school year.

banana gets you grains, protein and fruit.”

Including a healthy mix of foods isn’t the only challenge for parents who want to ensure kids have a nutritious lunch.

“Mornings can be chaotic, and planning a healthy lunch can get lost in the rush,” notes Alvari.

“That’s why advance planning is so important.”

Making Healthy Lunches Happen Alvari has a number of simple tips to make packing a healthy lunch less stressful on busy school day mornings, and for increasing the chances your kids will eat what you pack.

Get kids involved in grocery shopping. Have them pick healthy items they’re interested in eating. When kids are involved in planning, shopping, and packing their own lunch they are more likely to eat it than throw it away or trade it for something less nutritionally sound.

Put lunches together the night before. All non-perishable items can be gathered. Prep fresh items – you can cut vegetables or fruit, and put perishable items in an easy-to-access spot in the refrigerator. Getting organized ahead of time means lunch can be easily packaged in the morning so you can grab and go.

Be creative – think outside the lunch box. Do you have dinner leftovers that can be sent for lunch?

Egg dishes, like mini turkey sausage quiches (see recipe on page 9), are an easy and healthy choice.

They also do double duty – have them for breakfast one day, and lunch on another.

Keep it fun and make it easy. Cut sandwiches or fruit into fun shapes. Peel fresh fruit and cut large fruits and vegetables into bite size pieces.

Kids tend to rush through lunch so they can play – make food easy to access and eat.

Trying something new? Send extra for sharing.

Kids are more likely to try something new together.

Keep food cool. Food will stay fresh at room temperature for 2 hours, not long enough to last from breakfast to lunch time. If possible, get an insulated lunch bag with an ice pack. You can also freeze 100 percent juice drinks (no added sugar) or a bottle of water, then pack it with lunch as a chiller to keep food fresh. continued on page 9

aving a stroke, also known their risk of stroke,” Dr. Jain says. “The Take it from Dr. Jain: It’s best to adas a “brain attack,” is not reality is that high blood pressure and dress these issues early with your doctor inevitable or something diabetes contribute to atherosclerosis, to make sure stroke doesn’t catch you by that “just happens” to peowhich can cause plaque on the arterial surprise. ple when they get older. In fact, stroke walls. As plaque progresses and causes Making good habits has been shown to be up to 80 percent arterial blockage and decreased blood During his portion of the seminar, preventable. flow, it leads to cell death; or a clot can Doug Van Houten, R.N., clinical coorThat just leaves the question of how break off and block a smaller artery, dinator of Washington Hospital’s Stroke to prevent stroke from happening. And which also can lead to cell death.”

Program, will take an in-depth look at a good way to find out is by attending Dr. Jain says the surest path toward what steps people can take to reduce the free Stroke Education Series seminar, stroke prevention is identifying risk factheir stroke risk simply through lifestyle Stroke Prevention and Other Disease tors, including diabetes and hypertenchanges.

Processes/Healthy Lifestyle—Be Smart sion, and talking to the doctor about “This time I really want to focus in and Avoid Stroke, on Tuesday, Sept. 4. how to best get them under control. on why exercise is so important,” he Get the upper hand in “Stroke is commonly known as a says. “First, it strengthens your heart and stroke prevention silent killer, because most of these risk reduces blood pressure. Second, it re“Stroke is a disease process that I factors build up over time without duces stress, which helps reduce blood would like to see community members symptoms before a stroke finally ocpressure and decrease anxiety. It also is take an active role in learning about,” curs,” he points out. “I never want to see associated with weight loss, which can says Ash Jain, M.D., medical direduce blood pressure. The other rector of the Stroke Program at thing is that it’s also a mood elevaWashington Hospital. “Stroke is a tor, which generally has a positive highly preventable disease, but it is health effect.” absolutely devastating when it Exercise, he says, also helps to happens and often comes as a surraise high-density lipoprotein prise to people. It’s true that most (HDL), the “good” cholesterol, strokes occur in people over the which helps to remove low-density age of 65, but strokes can happen lipoprotein (LDL), the “bad” choat any age.” lesterol, from the blood.

More than 140,000 people die “One of the best ways to ineach year from stroke in the crease HDL is to exercise,” Van United States, according to The Houten says. “Also, exercise has Internet Stroke Center, and stroke Make sure stroke doesn’t catch you by surprise.Talk to your doc- sort of a natural insulin effect. Intor about an assessment of your risk factors including diabetes, has also long been the leading sulin’s job is to move glucose from high blood pressure, cholesterol issues, and smoking habits. Any cause of serious, long-term disabil- risk factors you have should be addressed aggressively. Attend the the blood vessels into the cells by free seminar on Tuesday, Sept. 4: Stroke Prevention and Other Dis- helping glucose cross the cell memity in the United States. ease Processes/Healthy Lifestyle—Be Smart and Avoid Stroke. Reg- brane. If you don’t have enough in“During this segment of the ister online at whhs.com. stroke series, I will be discussing sulin, glucose collects, which causes other diseases processes—such as diaa patient in the ER for a stroke that did- damage to the blood vessels.” betes and hypertension—that contribute n’t have to happen.”

“Take, for example, someone with dito increased risk of stroke, as well as how “The important thing is to talk to abetes who is sedentary after a meal. to manage these conditions.” your physician about assessment of risk They might need five units of insulin. In Some risk factors that increase the factors including diabetes, high blood contrast, if they exercise after a meal, likelihood of having a stroke, like obepressure, cholesterol issues, smoking they might need only two units. Anysity and smoking, often can be improved habits, and also to make sure that these thing that helps reduce glucose levels in through lifestyle modification. Others— are addressed aggressively by the physithe blood helps to reduce damage to the such as irregular heartbeat and fullcian. Also, if you have problems with blood vessels.” blown diabetes—require supervision by circulation in the body—like blockages Van Houten says one key to success a physician and other members of the in the heart, legs, or other areas—then when incorporating regular exercise into health care team. you have to be very aggressive in manyour routine is to find something that “Very often people may not realize agement as the chance of having a stroke will fit in with your lifestyle. just how much these factors increase is much higher.” continued on page 11

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Jo Trisler, a returning vendor representing her store, Lost in the Attic, has built solid relationships with customers through the annual event.

"You meet lots of people at this event and end up making a connection. Many of our customers have become close friends of mine," Trisler said.

Unique items for sale at the Lost in the Attic booth include vintage bears, old fashioned cash registers, and old metal finds. "People are buying back their youth through reliving childhood memories at this event," Trisler said.

Mantiques store manager Joseph Tarquini shared his experience as a vendor at the faire saying, "The faire is overwhelming. It is a buyer and seller’s dream because there is so much to see both in the amount of people who attend and the antiques for sale."

Many vendors have also been devoted customers throughout the years, including Cottage Charm shop owner, Alberta Perkins. "I have been coming to the faire as a customer for 20 years. As a buyer, I love coming to the Antique Faire because it has vintage and antique finds, and as a seller I enjoy being part of an old fashioned atmosphere," Perkins said.

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add variety to the faire; unique plants from Crescent Hill Nursery will occupy several booths. The Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum will be open from noon - 4 p.m. offering various historic items from the silent film era including a historic tour guide, Broncho Billy postcards and Essanay book plates.

Popular, mouth-watering Niles eateries will make sure hunger pangs are satisfied with food choices including Thai barbeque, Mexican food, corndogs, scrambled eggs, Italian food, and linguica sausage sandwiches.

Boy Scout Troup 20 park cars on Nursery Avenue for $5 and Boy Scout Troup 132 will park cars near the train overpass coming in from Niles Canyon for $8. All parking proceeds go directly to the scouts.

The Niles Antique Fair & Flea Market is an opportunity to spend quality time and appreciate rare quality antiques; it’s a fun extravaganza for the whole family.

Niles Antique Faire & Flea Market Sunday, August 26 6 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Historic Niles District Niles Blvd., Fremont Between G & J Streets (510) 742-9868 http://www.niles.org/ Free

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id you know that blue is named by most people as their favorite color? If you study color psychology, a topic I find fascinating, you will learn that being surrounded by blue actually has a calming effect on the body. It can reduce blood pressure and slow down your heartbeat. It must have something to do with the ocean and sky. I don’t know about you, but being by the ocean immediately calms me down.

The right shade of blue in the home can bring about a sense of peace and tranquility. That’s why it is a wonderful color for bedrooms. Choose muted, soft blues to create a relaxing feeling in your room. A hint of gray in the color will keep it looking sophisticated.

Once I was called to help a client correct a color mistake. She had painted her bedroom blue, but she didn’t like it at all. When I got there, I could immediately see why. She had picked a pastel blue with a lot of yellow in it, which was making her master bedroom feel more like a baby’s room. I helped her pick a darker, more muted shade, with some gray in it, and showed her how it would blend better with her bedding and artwork.

Blues are lovely in children’s rooms. Please forgive me for being a little bit stereotypical here: paired with lavender, pink

and yellow, periwinkle blue is delightful for a girl; paired with tan and red, sky blue is perfect for a boy. A friend of mine painted her sons’ room in beautiful dark, marine blue. With white wood blinds for contrast, and oak furniture for warmth, the room was both youthful and sophisticated, not to mention striking.

In my own home, it is evident that I am a “blue person:” I’ve got cobalt blue glass tile on my kitchen backsplash, my bedroom is painted a dark blue called “Wonderful World” with accents of brown and red, and my guest bath is blue and white with blue glass mosaic tiles in the shower.

My daughter’s room is a very pale shade of blue, with a darker shade on the ceiling, with crisp white trim, oak floors, and green accents. I’ve deviated from blue in past decorating projects, but always seem to come back to it. It has been my favorite color as long as I can remember.

Darker blues evoke the qualities of leadership and authority.

Navy or Cadet blue is a great color choice for offices, libraries, and dens. Paired with neutralcolored upholstery, and dark wood furniture, a dark blue office can send a message of productivity and efficiency. I will be using a deep blue called “Luxe” in the library of a client. That name doesn’t lie—Luxe will undoubtedly give that room an ele-

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gant, luxurious feel. Accent colors will be gold and burgundy.

My own home office is painted in the pale blue of my logo. I accented it with touches of lime green and orange to give it an energetic, friendly feel. Combining blue with orange, the complement, or opposite, of blue on the color wheel, always creates a dynamic look.

For an easy, casual look, what could be better than blue jeans?

For one client’s family room we combined a blue denim sofa with soft yellow walls, a red leather chair, and crisp white shutters.

Patterned throw pillows and an area rug containing all of those colors tied everything together.

With gorgeous shades of blue appearing in nature - blue irises, forget-me-nots, lapis lazuli, aquamarine - it is no wonder that blue has withstood the test of time in decorating.

Letter to the Editor

The goodness of people I was waiting at the SF BART station for the Fremont train to arrive. A young fellow and I were chatting. When my train arrived, I got up and he accompanied me. At the door, he announced to the passengers seated in the car, “Would anyone like to offer a seat to this nice elderly lady?”

At least 15 passengers immediately arose from their seats!

How can anyone not be proud of peoples’ humanity!

Ruthe Gomez, Fremont

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August 21 2012

Candle-light vigil

BY SIMON WONG

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ollowing the fatal shootings of a dozen theater-goers and the wounding of 58 others at the Century 16 movie theatre in Aurora, Colorado, on July 20 and the deaths of six people and injury of four others, including a police officer, at the Oak Creek Gurdwara, Wisconsin, on August 5, 2012, Tri-City residents held vigils to remember those lost and offer hope for the future.

Friday, August 10, 2012 saw local support on the steps of numerous city halls across the nation.

In Union City, approximately 300 members of the Sikh community, supported by friends and civic leaders, assembled to pray and sing hymns for those whose lives were tragically and needlessly cut short and to give thanks for those who survived. There was much reflection on open-mindedness, tolerance, unity and what is acceptable in America.

Sikhism is a monotheistic faith, founded in 1469 by Guru Nanak in the Punjab, and is the fifth largest religion in the world.

More than 700,000 Sikhs live in the United States and are identifiable by their five articles of faith, viz. Kesh (unshorn hair), Kanga (comb to nurture a tidy living), Kirpan (ceremonial sword for self-reliance and defense of all), Kara (iron bracelet tending towards right action) and Kachera (working man’s shorts). The most visible identifier is the turban, or Dastar, which is worn by all practicing Sikhs.

Sikhs are encouraged to integrate in and serve the communities where they live while earning an honest living and sharing a tenth of their income with the underprivileged. They defend the rights of everyone, regardless of association. All humans are equal before God, across gender, race and ethnicity.

Since the late 1800s, Sikhs have contributed to the development and growth of the United States.

“Sikh Americans have had notable achievements as farmers, military officers, entrepreneurs, congressman, scientists, scholars, transporters and media personalities, inter-woven into the fabric of the United States. The inventor of fiber optics and America’s largest peach grower are Sikh Americans.

The largest federal court security contractor for the US Marshals Service is a Sikh-American business. Also, one of the first doctors to arrive on the scene to treat victims at ground zero, and a hero of 9/11, is a Sikh American.”

[Source: The Sikh Coalition].

“We’re grateful for Oak Creek Police Department’s rapid response.

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Lt. Brian Murphy, who is recovering from multiple gunshots, and with the members of the Sikh community, killed, injured and terrorized, and their families,” said Union City Planning Commissioner Harpal Singh Mann. “Since 9/11, tragedy has befallen the Sikh community which had nothing to do with what happened in 2001.

Nationwide, there have been 22 senseless and unprovoked assaults, beatings, murders, incidences of harassment, arson and vandalism and even humiliation directed at Sikhs and their property. Victims were targets because of who they were, their appearance, faith and names.

Why us? This not what America is about.

“Sikhs fought with the Allies in both World Wars and have served in the American military and with American forces since 1945. We’ve never been disloyal to anyone. It’s time to come together as a community to speak out against hatred and violence.

Nobody should have to face this,” stated Mann.

“Union City’s elected officials have always stood by the Sikh com-

Mayor Mark Green (at the podium), Union City City Hall

munity which accounts for approximately 12 percent of the City’s population. We’re thankful for their continued support. Mayor Mark Green is a friend and has stood steadfastly by the Fremont Gurdwara. Whenever problems have arisen, he has attended in person, often at short notice.

“Unfortunately, there are at least 84 hate groups in California, the greatest number in any state. Sikhs and non-Sikhs must resist and educate hate-mongers. What happened in Wisconsin should never recur.

We’re not angry, don’t seek revenge and accept what has happened; this is our country and do not want others telling us or the United States, in whose systems we’ve complete faith, what to do. After 130 years, America is home to us.

The Stockton Gurdwara celebrates its centenary later this year. We’re Americans,” concluded Mann.

“The gathering in Fremont Central Park on August 8, 2012 exuded a sense of peacefulness; it’s a blessing for all who attended and for the rest of the country.

It’s difficult to imagine the Oak Creek and Aurora tragedies in Union City but they could happen anywhere. Sadly, sometimes a mad man is in your midst. We must combat discrimination when it arises, not let it endure

and fester. Union City’s Youth & Gang Prevention Program could be augmented to include an antidiscrimination component. The recent tragedies are a catalyst for progress, locally and nationally; we must reach out to those at risk of succumbing to, and those who hold, extreme and misplaced views. Speaking as an American, many in this country are unlike us. Now is the opportunity to establish a stronger bridge between all races, ethnicities and religious backgrounds to share commonalities, celebrate our diversity and learn from each other. Sikhs are part of the social fabric in Fremont, Union City, Newark, Hayward and Milpitas; attendance at this vigil is a positive contribution to our society. Union City welcomes and recognizes that,” said Mayor Green.

“Union City is one of the most diverse cities of its size in America but society is far from perfect. To reach the ideal, we must win individuals’ hearts and minds; the process is slow, hence the need to act whenever prejudice and bigotry show themselves. I’ve been fortunate to serve in Union City with very tolerant people; such open-mindedness must continue. If you’re a racist, this isn’t the place for you; Union

SUBMITTED BY MIKE LIBERTY Academic Year in America (AYA) is looking for Fremont area families to play host to the world by welcoming an exchange student into their home for 4 to 6 weeks.

This year, AYA is bringing hundreds of high school students age 15 to 18? to the United States.

With AYA's tailored matching system, families have the unique opportunity to find a student who will be the perfect fit for their household. Students come from more than 30 countries such as Germany, China, Brazil, and Italy and have a multitude of diverse talents and interests.

Bringing an international student into your home is an excellent way to give your family a "world view" of a different culture, according to

City is a place for integration and cooperation,” he reminded everyone.

“This municipality has five sister cities, including Jalandhar in the state of Punjab, India.

Union City hosts an annual Sister Cities Festival at which all are welcome. The 20th Festival of India will be held in Fremont. I encourage attendance at such events, even though some harbor animosity. In America, however, freedoms of protest, religion, speech and association exist but positive exposure and education can only benefit the greater good.

“Remember those who’ve perished by facing down hatred and ignorance whenever we see it.

Please continue to attend the Gurdwara and to participate in your communities because we need your help across the entire spectrum of occupations, activities and expertise. Your past and future contributions to the United States are needed and appreciated,” concluded the Mayor.

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host dad Tim McMahon, whose family has hosted five AYA students.

"The result is that my children have made friends and traveled around the globe," McMahon said. "My children have visited several of our students on their own and have made extremely close and personal friendships. In fact, our entire family has visited the families of two of our exchange students and developed close friendships between the families."

There are several key elements to the hosting experience. For five or 10 months, host families must provide their student with two meals a day and a place to sleep and study. Most importantly, they must welcome their student into their home as if they were a son or daughter. To help facilitate the exchange experience, host families will receive full support from an AYA Local Coordinator located in their community.

AYA is a not-for-profit organization designated by the U.S. Department of State to offer J-1 visas to international students. AYA is sponsored by the American Institute For Foreign Study Foundation, which was founded with the assistance of the late Robert F. Kennedy.

To learn more about hosting an exchange student with AYA, call Stella at (800) 322-4678, ext.

5164 or e-mail aya.info@aifs.org. Visit AYA on the web at www.academicyear.org.

Prowler Arrested SUBMITTED BY LT. SANDY HOLLIDAY, MILPITAS PD On August 5, 2012, at approximately 10:54 p.m., an alert resident reported seeing two male subjects looking into parked vehicles at 1400 Big Basin Drive. Milpitas Police officers arrived within three minutes of the call, and contacted Jesus Saueedo of San Jose who matched the description provided by the resident.

Saucedo was detained and stolen property taken from an unlocked vehicle was located in his possession.

A records check of Saueedo revealed he is currently on parole for burglary. Milpitas Police Department arrested Saucedo for prowling and a parole hold was obtained, Saucedo was booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail. The second suspect has not been identified and remains at large, Anyone with any information regarding this investigation is encouraged to call the Milpitas Police Department at (408) 586-2400.

Information can be given anonymously by calling (408) 586-2500 or via the Milpitas Police Department website at http://www.ei.milpitas.ca.govigovernment/police/crime tip.asp

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Auto Review

Infiniti FX35: Swirly Curly!

BY STEVE SCHAEFER The original sport utility vehicles (SUVs) were truck-based and boxy, but today’s tall, people-and-stuff-hauling crossovers are anything but. And Infiniti (Nissan) gave the sensuous exuberance of their cars to the big FX35. It offers some of the most evocative styling of any car in the industry. My mother called it “swirly curly.”

The FX debuted back in 2003 with its extreme shape, and for 2012, it receives a new face with a bold new grille and fascia design. This is an influence from the stunning Infiniti Essence Concept. This year also marks the debut of a special new model - the Limited Edition, which is based on the all-wheel-drive version of the FX35. My test car was that model.

Offered in a special Iridium Blue exterior color, the FX35 Limited Edition boasts 21-inch 10-spoke aluminum-alloy graphite finish wheels with P265/45R21 V-rated all-season tires, darktinted headlights with Adaptive Front lighting System (AFS) and auto-leveling, and dark-tinted side air vents and lower door trim.

Other features for this special vehicle include aluminum roof rails and roof rail crossbars with graphite finish, aluminum pedals, graphite floor mats with unique blue piping, Infiniti Hard

Drive Navigation System, Around View® Monitor (AVM) and much more.

That Around View® Monitor is one impressive high-tech device. It uses four small superwide-angle cameras – mounted on the front, side and rear of the car. It gives you a virtual 360° view of objects around the vehicle, helping you maneuver it in and out of tight spots. The

system employs advanced image processing to combine the images from the four cameras to provide a unique “Birds-Eye View” of the vehicle’s surroundings. My passengers asked me, “How do they do that?”

There's plenty of power from the 3.5-liter V6 - 303 horsepower and 262 lb.-ft. of torque to be exact - and intelligent all-wheel-drive handles the light offroading chores. There's a ski mode for going up to the cabin in Lake Tahoe, but you won't want to do much more dirty driving than that. You don't want to damage those 21-inch rims!

The FX comes with a seven-speed standard 7-speed automatic transmission featuring Adaptive Shift Control (ASC). It reads the way you drive and sets itself up to accommodate you.

The FX35 earns 16 City, 21 Highway (18 mpg average) from the EPA. I averaged 19.2 mpg. The EPA Green Vehicle Guide numbers are 5 for Air Pollution but just 3 for Greenhouse Gas. It's a world of leather inside, where the rounded look continues. You'll find hides on the seats, (with 10-way heating), steering wheel and shift knob. The interior panels have an "inflated" or convex feel to them, implying fullness and richness.

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

Features to coddle you include the Infiniti Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition and Sequential Welcome Lighting Illuminated Entry system. It starts with turning on the outside mirror courtesy lights as you approach the car and continues to light key areas as you and your passengers settle into the interior.

I was very impressed with the advanced Bose® Premium Audio system, acoustically engineered to optimize sound inside the FX. It features 11 speakers, an AM/FM/CD player and a USB connection port for iPod® Interface and other devices. Also standard are XM® Satellite Radio (you pay for the subscription separately), diversity antenna and steering wheelmounted remote audio controls.

I was annoyed at how nonintuitive the Bluetooth phone connection was, but I’m getting used to it being tucked away in hard-to-find places.

Someday it’ll be easier. Also, this vehicle proved to be one of the ones that can’t retain your track shuffle when you turn off the ignition. I had to re-select it each time.

Another great high-tech feature is the Distance Control Assist (DCA) system. It automatically helps you maintain a set distance to the vehicle ahead when traffic conditions require frequent braking.

DCA gives the driver feedback through the accelerator pedal. If the distance falls below a certain threshold when approaching a car from behind, the FX automatically brakes to help maintain a safe distance. If you’re on the throttle and the system thinks you need the brakes right now, DCA pushes back gently on your foot. If you don’t act, you’ll feel a more insistent double impulse from the pedal and hear a signal. As soon as you release the throttle, DCA automatically engages the brakes.

My all-wheel-drive Limited tester came to $52,445. The FX35 starts at $44,595 for the rear-wheel-drive model and the all-wheel-drive model that’s not a Limited is $1,450 over that. The FX50, with a 390-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 engine, will run you $60,695.

I like the way you can see the curving front fenders from the driver's seat. So often these days you can't see the outside of the car at all from the driver’s seat.

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Fatal automobile collision SUBMITTED BY LT. HENRY KWONG, MILPITAS PD On Friday, August 3, 2012, at approximately 6:59 a.m., Milpitas Police Department and Milpitas Fire Department personnel responded to a traffic collision between two vehicles at the intersection of Jacklin Road and Hamilton Avenue. The driver of a white 1997 Mitsubishi Galant sedan, a 65 year-old male Milpitas resident, was transported by paramedics to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

The other driver of a tan 2004 Volvo XC90 SUV, Mr. Adam Close, remained at the scene and did not require any medical attention. Officers conducted a DUI investigation and determined Mr. Adam Close had been driving under the influence of alcohol. He was booked into the main jail for vehicular manslaughter.

The investigation is on-going, and officers are seeking any witnesses who might have seen the collision. Anyone with any information regarding the collision is encouraged to call the Milpitas Police Department at (408) 586-2400.

National Night Out 2012

Adam Kimball Close

Fremont Police Log SUBMITTED BY DET. WILLIAM VETERAN, FREMONT PD

SUBMITTED BY OFFICER W. QURESHI, MILPITAS PD The Milpitas Police Department wishes to acknowledge Milpitas residents for their participation in the 29th National Night Out, “America’s night out against crime,” on Thursday, August 9th, 2012. National Night Out is a central point of focus for our community to rally together to fight crime and allows our entire community to showcase community pride and spirit.

Approximately 1,438 members of the Milpitas community participated in National Night Out 2012. Officers from the Milpitas Police Department visited the individual gatherings, met with residents, and distributed crime prevention information. Police stickers, McGruff the Crime Dog and police car tours were favorite activities for the children who attended the events.

National Night Out has again proven to be an effective, inexpensive and enjoyable program to promote neighborhood spirit and police-community partnership in our fight for a safer city and nation. With the support of our City Council and City Manager, this event has been another successful collaboration between the community, the City of Milpitas, the Community Advisory Commission and the Milpitas Police Department in promoting cooperation in the battle against crime. Each year a significant number of National Night Out events mark the beginning of new neighborhood watch groups. Your participation benefits your community and extends well beyond this one night.

The Milpitas Police Department encourages residents to stay involved in crime prevention and community awareness by participating in the Milpitas Neighborhood Watch Program. Milpitas residents interested in Neighborhood Watch should contact Officer Waqar Qureshi at (408) 586-2529 (email:wqureshi@ci.milpitas.ca.gov).

August 13 At noon, a witness called to report seeing a male jumping over a neighbor’s fence on Everglades Park Drive. The male returned and jumped into a vehicle driven by another male, and the car drove off. Officers Dias and Singleton spotted the car and detained the suspects. Officer Gourley conducted the investigation and located stolen property inside the car, including jewelry, etc. A 22 year old adult male and a 23 year old adult male were arrested.

Officers were dispatched to a residential burglary at 4:37 pm, that occurred on the 39000 block of Argonaut Way sometime between 10:30 am – 4:10 pm. Suspect(s) had entered the home via an unlocked sliding glass door in the back of the residence.

Several items were removed, but later located wrapped in a blanket in the backyard. Investigation by CSO Codey.

Officers were dispatched to a residential burglary attempt that occurred on August 7, 2012 between 7:00 am – 5:00 pm on the 4800 block of Richland Terrace. Investigation by CSO Goralczyk.

Officers responded to a residential burglary that occurred on Winston Court. Investigation by Officer Lobue.

Officers were dispatched to an attempted armed robbery that occurred at the Taco Bell located at the Hub Shopping Center. A male suspect approached a group and demanded all of their money. The victims refused and fled the scene and called the police. Officers checking the area found the suspect and took him into custody.

August 15 A witness reported seeing a male point a handgun at another male who was riding by on a bicycle. The witness gave an excellent description of the occurrence and the suspect.

Officer Fuellenbach located the suspect and detained him without incident. The 17 year-old male was found in possession of an airsoft gun. The victim was never located, and probably wasn’t even aware of what had happened. Officer Singleton investigated.

Residential burglary during the day at 5550 Roundtree Common Officer Chinn investigated.

Officers responded to Walgreens on Decoto Rd. for a reported prescription fraud case. The suspect was back in the store trying to pick up a fraudulent prescription. Officer Kwok and Sgt Griese arrived and located the suspect leaving the store on foot. The uncooperative suspect was taken into custody after a short struggle. The suspect was arrested for burglary and prescription fraud.

August 16 Officer Lambert conducted a stolen vehicle investigation in Newark. Detectives were assisting when one of the stolen vehicles were spotted. Officer Lambert and Sgt. Harnett pursued the fleeing suspect vehicle into Fremont where the vehicontinued on page

School starts, expect traffic delays SUBMITTED BY LT. HENRY KWONG, MILPITAS PD The Milpitas Police Department would like to remind residents that school will be back in session on Monday, August 20, 2012. The first week of school brings changes to the daily schedules of many people. This will undoubtedly affect the morning and afternoon traffic flow as people acclimate themselves back into their routines.

In order to minimize traffic impacts, we would like to offer some simple suggestions: • Utilize public transportation.

• Carpool as much as possible.

• Walk or bike to school with classmates.

• Plan for additional travel time.

• For those going to Milpitas High School, consider using safe, alternate drop-off & pick-up locations, including the loading zone on Jacklin Road and the loading zone on Arizona Avenue, in order to avoid the traffic in front of Milpitas High School.

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Mini Turkey Sausage Quiches Make these double-duty quiches ahead of time for an easy lunch or breakfast. Individually wrap in plastic and refrigerate for up to three days or freeze for up to one month. To reheat, remove plastic, wrap in a paper towel and microwave on High for 30 to 60 seconds.

8 ounces turkey breakfast sausage, removed from casing and crumbled into small pieces 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil School Lunch Program Can be Healthy, Too If your child is purchasing lunch at school, there are several things you can do to help your child make good choices for himself. The best thing for a parent to do is model at home the choices you want him to make when he’s away from you. That means choosing to eat more fruits and vegetables, drinking milk or calcium-fortified beverages, and limiting junk foods and sugary drinks.

Review the school menu together. Talk with your child about making healthy choices and why it’s important.

Don’t Forget Breakfast Studies show that kids who eat breakfast do much better in school. They concentrate better, earn higher grades and make fewer visits to the school nurse. Here are a few things you can do to make sure breakfast doesn’t get lost in the rush.

• Stock your kitchen with healthy breakfast options • Prepare as much as you can the night before • Let kids help plan and prepare breakfast have grab-and-go alternatives (fresh fruit, individual boxes of cereal, yogurt or smoothies, trail-mix) on days when there is little or no time to eat Healthy Choices, Healthy Kids A little advance planning, letting kids help choose healthy items at the grocery store, and making foods that do double-duty can help you get your family on the path to good nutrition, whether eating at home or away.

Learn More To learn more about nutrition programs at Washington Hospital, visit whhs.com/nutrition. You can also visit whhs.com and click on the button “Upcoming Health Seminars” for classes and lectures on a variety of healthrelated topics. Many of the classes are offered free to members of the community.

8 ounces mushrooms, sliced--optional ¼ cup sliced scallions ¼ cup Swiss cheese 1 tsp freshly ground pepper 5 eggs 3 egg whites 1 cup 1% milk Preparation Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 325°F. Coat a nonstick muffin tin generously with cooking spray (see Tip).

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage and cook until golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a bowl to cool. Add oil to the pan. Add mushrooms and cook, stirring often, until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer mushrooms to the bowl with the sausage.

Let cool for 5 minutes. Stir in scallions, cheese and pepper.

Whisk eggs, egg whites and milk in a medium bowl. Divide the egg mixture evenly among the prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle a heaping tablespoon of the sausage mixture into each cup.

Bake until the tops are just beginning to brown, 25 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes. Place a rack on top of the pan, flip it over and turn the quiches out onto the rack.

Turn upright and let cool completely.

Note: A good-quality nonstick muffin tin works best for this recipe. If you don't have one, line a regular muffin tin with foil baking cups.

Nutrition Per quiche: 90 calories; 5 g fat ( 2 g sat , 1 g mono ); 105 mg cholesterol; 3 g carbohydrates; 0 g added sugars; 9 g protein; 0 g fiber; 217 mg sodium; 108 mg potassium.

SOURCE: EATING WELL

Corbett calls for greater scrutiny of non-profit hospitals SUBMITTED BY ANDREW LAMAR Senate Majority Leader Ellen M. Corbett (D-San Leandro) is calling for greater scrutiny of non-profit hospitals following a state audit’s revelation that there is no defined amount of community benefits hospitals must deliver to obtain tax-exempt status.

The audit, requested by Corbett in 2011, was released just a few days before a hearing of the Select Committee on Charity Care and Non-profit Hospitals which will discuss the issues raised at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, August 15, 2012 in state Capitol Room 3191.

“Communities across California are served by non-profit hospitals and we must ensure they are honoring their commitment to serve the public that comes with their special tax-exempt status,” Corbett said. “This audit makes clear there are no uniform standards or requirements for non-profit hospitals when it comes to charitable care.”

Hospitals receive non-profit status, and the bene-

Newark Police Log SUBMITTED BY NEWARK PD August 13 At 12:09 a.m., Officer Katz observed automotive alternators and starters being thrown over the fence of the Pick-N-Pull auto dismantler business, at the west end of Mowry Avenue, into the public parking lot. With no suspect vehicles parked in the lot, Officer Katz quietly backed his patrol vehicle out of the area and set-up surveillance on the front of the business. Within an hour, the suspect vehicle arrived at the business and loaded approximately $6600 worth of used auto parts. As the vehicle drove away from the business, with the rear

fit of not paying taxes, due to their commitment to provide charitable care. Many non-profit hospitals make a significant effort to honor that mission but questions have arisen as to whether others do not.

Non-profit hospitals have come under increasing investigation in recent years, with the Internal Revenue Service, the California Franchise Tax Board and the California Board of Equalization taking a closer look at whether they fulfill their responsibilities and if the tax trade-off is merited.

The audit, released on August 9, 2012, made several key findings. Neither federal nor state law requires non-profit hospitals to deliver a specific amount of community benefits to qualify for tax exemptions, and, there is no standard methodology for calculating the costs associated with uncompensated care. Each of the hospitals reviewed used different methods to calculate and report the cost of uncompensated healthcare services.

To view the audit, visit www.bsa.ca.gov. For more information, visit www.sen.ca.gov/corbett

bumper almost dragging on the ground due to the weight of all the vehicle parts, officers stopped the vehicle. Mario Silva-Galicia of Daly City was taken into custody without incident. SilvaGalicia was later booked at Fremont PD Jail for grand theft.

August 14 Officer Eriksen arrested Anthony Boyd of Newark at 2:07 p.m. for attempted robbery, assault with a deadly weapon, and possession of an illegal weapon.

Boyd confronted and attacked a juvenile with a baton and attempted to steal a cell phone from the juvenile. The juvenile was medically evaluated at the scene as a precaution and released. Boyd was booked at Fremont Jail.

Officer Johnson and Officer Saunders are detailed to the west end of Mowry Avenue at 6:47

p.m. on a report of a male possibly jumping fences or dumping garbage. The officers located an associated vehicle and quickly determined that the suspect was stealing auto parts from the Pick N Pull auto dismantler yard. Officers set up surveillance on the suspect vehicle and the vehicle left a short time later. Officers stopped the suspect vehicle and ultimately arrested Antonio Cuestas of Oakland for possession of stolen property. Cuesta was booked at Santa Rita Jail.

This was the second theft at this business this week where NPD Officers located and arrested the suspects.

Officer Kovach responded to the 36200 block of Worthing Drive at 7:11 p.m. on a report of an auto burglary. The victim’s continued on page

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Ohlone Humane Society

Resting on our laurels isn’t an option

BY NANCY LYON

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ast spring we were all hopeful that the close to 1,000 spay/neuter surgeries OHS had financed in 2011, and countless others done by local agencies would make a huge difference in the number of companion animals and feral cats born locally.

When the much dreaded “kitten season” that normally occurs in the spring didn’t produce the usual overwhelming number of kittens there was an air of hushed optimism that this year would be a significant milestone on the path toward a Lesser Kill Nation.

While the combined efforts of so many dedicated individuals made an enormous difference in reducing the number of unwanted animals born, when spring finally arrived along with warmer weather, it still brought too many innocent kittens and puppies that overflowed the shelters and rescues. The end result was that many adoptables did not find homes.

The Humane Society of the United States estimates that four million cats and dogs—about one every eight seconds—are destroyed in U.S. shelters each year.

That’s a pretty staggering number of innocent lives taken; many would have made wonderful companions. “The answer is too often that these animals are the offspring of cherished family pets. Spay/neuter is a proven way to reduce pet overpopulation, ensuring that every pet has a family to love them.”

When you bring an animal into your family it’s important to remember one of the most important decisions you will make is to spay or neuter them before they reproduce. Spaying – a surgical procedure that removes the ovaries and uterus of a female “pet” – done before her first season will greatly reduce her chance of getting mammary tumors (breast cancer) later in life. Neutering a male - by removing his testicles – is a minimal surgical procedure that will reduce his risk of testicular cancer and vastly improve his behavior and help keep him from wandering. Neither procedure will change their basic personality; they will be the same lovable companion as be-

fore, only with a better chance of living longer a life with you.

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) adds the following benefits of spaying and neutering: Spayed females won't go into heat. Unspayed female cats can go into heat for four to five days every three weeks during breeding season. To attract a mate, they yowl and frequently may spray urine everywhere!

Neutered males are less likely to want to roam looking for females.

An intact male will often dig under or jump fences hoping to find a mate. Free roaming animals are at risk of injury or death in traffic and may end up in the local shelter incurring expensive fees.

Neutered males are more focused on home and family.

Neutered cats and dogs focus their attention on their human families.

They are less aggressive to other animals if neutered at an early age.

Spaying or neutering will NOT make your pet fat. One of the oldest and most inaccurate excuses around. Just like with you

ized animal greatly cuts down the number of animals on the streets.

Teaching the children the “miracle of birth” doesn’t mean bringing a litter of unwanted pets into the world.

Letting your pet produce offspring you have no intention of keeping is not a good lesson for your children—especially when so many unwanted animals end up in shelters. There are tons of books and videos available to teach your children about birth in a more responsible way.

Spaying and neutering helps fight pet overpopulation. The death of millions of cats and dogs of all ages and breeds that are euthanized or suffer as strays is preventable.

This is a direct result of unplanned litters that could have been prevented by spaying or neutering.

It’s obvious that controlling the companion animal over-population is a war of attrition and while there are still too many animals being born into this world, we are making an enormous difference in limiting those numbers - literally hundreds and hundreds

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or I, diet and lack of exercise is the culprit when it comes to weight gain—not neutering.

It is highly cost-effective. Producing and caring or a litter of pups or kittens is far more expensive than spaying or neutering. It also beats the cost of treatment when your unneutered tom escapes and gets into fights with the neighborhood stray!

Spaying and neutering your animal companion is good community relations.

Stray intact animals can prey on wildlife, cause car accidents, damage the local fauna and frighten children. Having a steril-

of thousands of animals, the majority that would live lives of deprivation and suffering before an early death.

So it’s time to ‘soldier on,’ change comes slower than we would like but change for the better is coming.

Need help spaying or neutering your animal companion or assistance in limiting the feral cat population?

SPAY USA 1-800-SPAY; Ohlone Humane Society (510) 792-4587; East Bay SPCA (510) 510-639-7387; Animal Birth Control Assistance (408) 244-8351; Tri-Valley SPCA (925)479-9674.

Letter to the Editor

Symphony musicians dismayed by changes The musicians of the Fremont Symphony Orchestra were surprised and dismayed to learn on July 31st, 2012 that its Board of Directors voted to summarily dismiss Music Director of 32 years, Maestro David Sloss. Maestro Sloss's dismissal, coming one month after the Symphony Board voted to cancel the upcoming 2012-2013 season due to inadequate funding, was a condition of the Board's acceptance of a $33,000 challenge grant offered by the Board President, Steve Pietkiewicz.

In return for receiving matching funds of $1 from Steve and Edith Pietkiewicz for every $2 raised by the Symphony, the Symphony Board is required to hire Lee Foster as the new Executive Director and her husband, Greg van Sudmeier, as the new Music Director/Conductor of Fremont Symphony. Lee Foster is also the Executive Director of the Hillbarn Theater in Foster City, and Greg van Sudmeier is the Music Director at Hillbarn. Steve Pietkiewicz was adamant in his condition that Maestro Sloss be replaced, saying he believed that "32 years is too long for one person to hold that position."

As of this writing, there are no guarantees for the jobs of the Fre-

mont Symphony musicians, though the Board has said it will recommend that Mr. Sudmeier retain current orchestra personnel.

Lee Foster has been given ultimate say in the hiring of FSO administrative staff and Sudmeier ultimate control over the orchestra personnel.

Board members expressed reservations over accepting the grant, which resulted in replacing Sloss, saying, "We didn't know what else to do," and, "I don't like it, but the bottom line is do we want the money?" Only a portion of the Fremont Symphony's annual budget, around $250,000, would be covered by the $33,000limit challenge grant and the grant funds would only be available should the Board raise the amount of $66,000.

Fremont Symphony musicians similarly expressed outrage over the firing of Maestro Sloss, saying they felt the Symphony had been "sold for only a potential of $33,000" and questioned the ethics of firing and hiring a conductor without any input from the musicians themselves.

The orchestra agreed that Maestro Sloss was the heart of the orchestra, collectively praising "his knowledge of classical repertoire, passion for the genre, program-

ming abilities, conducting skills, and his respect and appreciation of the musicians that make it come to life."

They further noted that throughout Maestro Sloss's 32year tenure, Fremont Symphony championed the careers of young Bay Area artists and composers through its annual competitions; featured Bay Area musicians as soloists with orchestra; performed annual educational concerts for over 5,000 Fremont-area public school children; commissioned local composers to write and arrange music for Fremont Symphony, including the Anthem for the City of Fremont, composed

by San Francisco Symphony violinist/composer/arranger Mark Volkert, premiered during Fremont's Centennial in 2006. Musicians compared Maestro Sloss's longevity with the orchestra to the illustrious careers of Eugene Ormandy, 44 years with the Philadelphia Orchestra; Herbert von Karajan, 36 years with the Berlin Philharmonic; and locally Sandor Salgo, conductor for over 30 years with Marin Symphony, San Jose Symphony, and Carmel Bach Festival.

Fremont Symphony Orchestra Player’s Committee

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LIFE ElderCare

SUBMITTED BY MAUREEN PARENT I’d like to share my exercise success story.

No, I wasn’t in the Olympics but I’m feeling rather proud. Recently I celebrated my 71st birthday and decided it was time to get serious about exercising regularly. Knowing that I’ve started down the road of good intentions before, only to find myself unable to cross the finish line, I realized I would have to find some fool-proof techniques to keep me going. Here are some that worked for me: I set a realistic goal. I’m out of shape, so I set a goal of 15 minutes of exercise, four days a week. I could always add more time or days later, but in the beginning I wanted something manageable that I knew I could accomplish.

I made it special. My family bought me a comfortable pair of athletic shoes, and I set aside a bright, pink t-shirt to wear. I also set aside a towel and water bottle. This helped me create a unique ritual that was distinct from my other activities.

I wrote my goal on paper and posted it on my refrigerator where I knew I would see it often. I also had my photo taken while I was exercising and posted that next to my goal.

This helped to preserve an image of myself as a person who exercises.

I teamed up with a friend and we called each other once a week to share our success

and challenges. It’s great to hear my friend saying what a great job I’ve done or telling me she knows I’ll succeed if I simply stick with it.

I didn’t abandon my plan when I didn’t exercise for a day or two. I know it’s less about being perfect and more about not giving up – so I got “back in the saddle” as soon as I could.

And finally, my favorite part, I rewarded myself each time I stuck to my plan. I like old movies, crossword puzzles, and a good cup of tea – so when I finished my exercise, I picked one of these as my reward.

Already I can feel a difference. I’m a bit happier these days and more engaged. I feel more stable when I walk and like that I have a longer stride. With my plan in place I’m looking forward to “crossing that finish line” to a more energized 72nd birthday!

Are you a senior in the Tri-City area who would like to learn balance exercises in your own home? LIFE ElderCare provides free, customized exercise routines that will help improve your balance. Nursing students will come to your home once a week for 12 weeks to provide instruction and encouragement.

Many seniors report better balance and improved confidence after participating in the program. Call Sandy at 574-2087 for more information.

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“My wife doesn’t like the treadmill or the elliptical,” he says as an example. “Instead, she likes to get up early and go to Lake Elizabeth where she walks around the lake really fast twice. It’s a good time for her to get her head clear.”

“I find that I can’t do exercise when I get home. It’s too late with dinner and then getting to bed, but I actually live close enough to cycle to work. I do 20 minutes in the morning and 20 in the afternoon. Everybody has some little thing they can do.”

If you think you don’t have the time to exercise, Van Houten says this is a good opportunity to take a closer look at your habits.

“You have to make exercise a habit,” he says. “We all have habits that we do already

that aren’t so good, like after dinner we go and sit down in front of the TV. That’s a habit, but you can form a better habit. Your new habit can be to get up and take a walk around the block with your spouse in the evening. Once you do it regularly, it will feel odd not to do it.”

Prevent stroke To learn more about what you can do to decrease your risk of stroke, make sure to attend the upcoming free stroke seminar focusing on prevention. The class will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 4, in the Conrad E. Anderson, M.D. Auditorium located at 2500 Mowry Avenue (Washington West) in Fremont.

To register, call Health Connection at (800) 963-7070 or visit www.whhs.com.

Hayward Area Recreation and Park District August 13, 2012 Appointed John Gouveia as General Manager and approved a new employment contract.

Rejected claim received from Ms. Emily Schober regarding alleged property damage sustained to her vehicle on February 4, 2012. Staff was directed to notify claimant, District Legal Counsel and insurance broker.

Approved request to allow beer sales at the Alden E. Oliver Sports Park of Hayward and Larry Standley Field on September 7-9, 2012 for the Men’s Masters 50 and Over Fastpitch National Championship hosted by the District and the Amateur Softball Association of America (ASA).

Approved Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $4,248 for the construction of a retaining wall at Memorial Trail by Northwest Demolition, Inc., San Francisco.

Approved Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $26,313 for the ADA upgrade to the Kitchen at the Hayward Area Senior Center.

Granted Staff Post-Authorization to expend funds not to exceed $24,223 for the asphalt repair of the driveway and parking lot at the Hayward Area Senior Center

by Eagle’s General Construction Co., Millbrae.

Authorized Staff to expend funds not to exceed $32,438.62 for the purchase of one Jacobsen GP-400 Triplex Gas Riding Greens Mower with both 7- and 11blade cutting units for the Mission Hills of Hayward Golf Course.

Authorized Staff to expend funds not to exceed $55,546.01 for the purchase of one Jacobsen R-311 T60 HP 4WD 11’ Rotary Mower for the Skywest Golf Course.

President Dennis Waespi - Yes Lou Andrade - Yes Paul Hodges - Yes Minane Jameson - Yes Carol Pereira - Yes

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Calif. sues doctor over aggressive billing tactics AP WIRE SERVICE LOS ANGELES (AP), The California attorney general's office is suing a Los Angeles County doctor over her practice of refusing to accept lower insurance company reimbursements and instead billing patients for the full amount.

The lawsuit against South Pasadena physician Jeannette Martello is the first of its kind in the state, the Los Angeles Times reported Saturday.

The California Medical Board is also moving to revoke Martello's license over the same issue, known as ``balance billing,'' which is illegal.

Martello's attorney Andrew Selesnick said the doctor has done nothing wrong and she is lawfully pursuing her right to be paid a fair amount for her services.

A judge in May ordered Martello to stop her aggressive tactics, including lawsuits and liens on homes, to force patients to pay for emergency care when they were covered under managedcare health insurance plans.

According to state law, that is illegal because emergency room patients have little say in who treats them. Under a 2009 California Supreme Court decision, payment disputes are supposed to be settled between the health insurer and the physician, and not involve the patient.

Selesnick said that even though Martello was treating patients in the emergency room, the patients were in stable condition. Because it was not emergency treatment, she was allowed to bill them for the amount insurance companies would not cover, he told the Times.

Court records show Martello has filed more than 50 lawsuits in the past two years, mostly for breach of contract. In one case, she started the process to force the sale of a patient's home to pay a $12,630 bill for emergency room treatment of a severed fingertip.

In that case, Martello sent back a $3,500 insurance check and then sued patient Bill Buck, his wife and his business for the full amount.

In another case, Martello took a patient's mother to small claims court for a $2,000 bill and lost. She then filed a lien on Nancy Hauser's home to recoup ``post judgment costs'' and again lost.

The California Medical Board is also basing its petition to revoke Martello's license because she requires emergency patients to sign agreements stating that they are liable for the full amount of her fees if they not covered by the insurer.

Huntington Memorial Hospital, where Martello worked as a contract emergency room doctor, no longer employs her, the hospital told the Times.

The state attorney general's lawsuit seeks to stop Martello's billing collection policies and to have her pay back the patients.

The least loved day is also the market's worst

BY CHRISTINA REXRODE AP BUSINESS WRITER NEW YORK (AP), It's not just in your head. Mondays really are the worst.

Monday is the only day the stock market is more likely to fall than to rise. The Dow Jones industrial average has been down 10 of the past 11 Mondays. And the two worst days in market history are both known as Black Monday.

There's no single reason why Mondays are so blue.

Then again, there's no single reason the market rises or falls on any given day, driven as it is by the whims of traders placing millions of individual buy and sell orders.

Some anecdotal evidence comes to mind: Companies are prone to release bad news on Friday nights, when fewer people are paying attention. Monday is the first day investors can react.

And when companies collapse, they often do it late Sunday or early Monday, after spending a last weekend trying to stay afloat. See Wachovia, Bear Stearns and, most famously, Lehman Brothers investment bank, on Sept. 15, 2008.

Maybe people are just grumpier. They are at least more anxious: The so-called Vix, a gauge of investor fear, tends to go up on Mondays, notes Ryan Detrick, senior technical strategist for Schaeffer's Investment Research in Cincinnati.

The Vix has risen on two-thirds of this year's Mondays. On Tuesdays, the second-most-anxious day, the Vix was up just 58 percent of the time.

Or maybe it's a fluke – another pattern people latch on to to make the market seem more understandable, same as the stories that hemlines go up in bull markets, or that stocks rise if a team from the NFC wins the Super Bowl.

Burton Malkiel wrote about those last two theories in his finance classic, “A Random Walk Down Wall Street.”

He stuck them in a section called “A Gaggle of Other Technical Theories to Help You Lose Money.”

He found the “blue Monday” phenomenon equally underwhelming. “Far from dependable,” he says, and “most likely due to chance.”

Still, there is a pattern.

Howard Silverblatt, senior index analyst for S&P Dow Jones Indices, crunched numbers for the Standard & Poor's 500 stock index back to 1928 and found that melancholy Mondays are a long tradition.

Over the past 84 years, the S&P has declined on 52 percent of the Mondays, Silverblatt says. Same goes for the Dow, going back to 1900. On each of the other four days, the market is more likely to rise than fall.

The S&P averages a decline of 0.12 percent on Mondays over history. On each of the other four days, the market averages a gain. (The best is Wednesday, averagcontinued on page 28

Many question life sentences for juveniles

BY PAUL ELIAS ASSOCIATED PRESS SAN FRANCISCO (AP), Sara Kruzan was 17 when she was sentenced to die in prison for killing and robbing a pimp in a Riverside motel. Now, at 32, Kruzan has a chance at being freed, along with thousands of other juveniles convicted of murder who were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole.

Those life sentences are coming under increased attack from activists, lawmakers and even the U.S. Supreme Court, which recently struck down mandatory life without parole sentences for juveniles as unconstitutional “cruel and unusual” punishment. On Thursday, the California Assembly passed a bill by the slimmest of margins that would give juvenile lifers in that state a shot at freedom.

Nationwide, there are roughly 2,500 inmates who killed as juveniles that are serving life in prison

without parole, including 309 California inmates serving such sentences, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.

“Because their brain is still developing, they have the ability to rehabilitate,” said Michael Harris, a senior attorney at the National Center for Youth Law. “They are more likely to rehabilitate than an adult.”

Despite the legal rulings and the legislative activity, some survivors of people killed by juveniles are pushing back and arguing that a life sentence is appropriate punishment for juveniles who commit heinous murders.

“They say they deserve a second chance, but the victims don't get a second chance,” said Maggie Elvey, whose husband was murdered in 1993 by two teens during the robbery of his gun shop in Vista, Calif.

She called Thursday a “sad day” because of the California Assembly's passage of a bill introduced by state Sen. Leland Yee, D-San Fran-

cisco. The bill allows lifers to seek a sentence of 25-years-to-life with a chance for parole after serving 15 years. It passed the state Senate last year but failed repeatedly in the Assembly before Democrat lawmakers approved it by a single vote after a heated debate. The bill moves back to the state Senate for final approval. Passage is expected.

Criminal defense lawyer Daniel Horowitz, whose wife was murdered in 2005 by a 16 year old now serving life without parole, largely sides with Elvey.

Releasing most of the thousands of juvenile lifers “would open the gates of hell,” Horowitz said.

“We aren't trying to punish these young people,” he said. “We are trying to protect the public from this happening again.”

Still, Horowitz said Kruzan may warrant an exception because of her compelling life story, which includes sexual abuse at a young age.

Kruzan's case began to garner continued on page 32

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BY GUSTAVO LOMAS

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What is summer in the middle of fall?

They are memories or thoughts of a time and place once visited or waiting to be seen.

Instead of wondering about a conclusion or impatiently seeking an arrival, why not choose to be part of the spectacle instead? Why not experience each day with a sense of curiosity, allowing them to become a part of overall happiness and longevity as opposed to a concern or mere memory? This year, at the 3rd annual Four Seasons of Health Expo in Fremont, this marvelous task can become a reality.

Conducted by the Tri-City Elder Coalition and the City of Fremont Human Services Department, the expo’s purpose is to help inspire wellness of senior citizens through activities, demonstrations, and presentations. This year’s motto is “Engaging in Aging” with examples of mental health and positive attitude, how to stay healthy when it comes to meals and physical exercises such as Yoga, Zumba and instruction on low impact cardio exercises.

The event is intended for people age 50 and up, but unlike the previous years, the event will also include information for and honor U.S. Veterans; they are encouraged to bring their families to enjoy the friendly and natural atmosphere as well as acknowledge and support family members. There will be over one hundred vendors including health care services, transportation services, and clipper cards ready for purchase compliments of AC Transit and BART, as well as onsite help. Local state and federal agencies, non-profit local agencies, and a variety of health screenings will be available. Ask questions about current or future medications, presentations on new health care policies and the effect they will have, and examples of technologies available to help with healthy living.

SUBMITTED BY SHIVAM PARIKH As an active leader in the fight against cancer, high school senior Mili Parikh has held key committee positions in American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life, a 24hour walkathon designed to raise funds and awareness for the fight against cancer.

The Mission San Jose High School student channeled that passion for fighting cancer when working toward Girl Scouting’s highest ranking achievement, the Gold Award. To earn this honor, a Girl Scout must plan and implement an individual “Take Action” project that reaches beyond the Girl Scout organization and provides a sustainable, lasting benefit to the community at large.

For any early birds, the Senior Center will offer breakfast for $3 for Senior Center members and $3.50 for non-members. A delightful barbeque lunch will be available for $5 for members and $7 for non-members. Dr. Ray Grimm, coordinator of Senior Services for the City of Fremont said, “The expo is really about health and wellness. We have Tri-City staff and volunteers as well as sixty plus agents working with us to increase both efficiency and wellness.” The goal of the event was originally to attract fifty people plus, but now that goal has doubled in a short amount of time. “The main emphasis is to have fun while gaining better health, to combine them both for overall happiness.”

The event will be a Tri-Cities event including Newark and Union City; everyone is invited to participate in raffles throughout the day. Multiple interpreters including A.S.L. will be on hand so anyone and everyone can be involved in this event.

Six to eight veteran organizations are expected as well as local politician tables.

The expo runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, August 29 and will occupy Central Park from the boat house to the Senior Center as well as inside the pavilion. Parking spaces are limited and street parking is not permitted so public transportation is recommended; a parking shuttle will be available for those who take public transportation throughout the day.

Among this year’s sponsors are The City of Fremont, Alameda Alliance for Health, and Washington Hospital Healthcare System.

For more information call (510) 790-6600 or contact Raymond Grimm at (510) 574-2063, or email rgrimm@fremont.gov.

Four Seasons of Health Expo Wednesday, Aug 29 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Senior Center 40086 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont (510) 790-6600

Parikh spoke with various leaders of the community and of the American Cancer Society in order to identify a pressing issue that affects blood cancer patients worldwide – bone marrow transplants. Every year, thousands of children and adults need bone marrow transplants, a procedure which may be their only chance for survival. Although some of these blood cancer patients have a genetically matched family member who can donate, about 70 percent do not. These patients' lives depend on finding an unrelated individual with a compatible tissue type, often within their own ethnic group, who is willing to donate bone marrow for them.

Addressing this need, Parikh planned and organized six Bone Marrow Registry Drives in Fremont with the help and support of DKMS Americas. As three of those drives took place at cultural centers, Parikh believed she was able to focus on an issue within the Bone Marrow Registry. “The Indian population is one of many ethnic groups that are heavily underrepresented in the National Registry.

When a patient of South Asian descent is in need of a bone marrow

transplant, it’s that much more difficult for him or her to find a match,” she explained.

In addition, Parikh brought this issue to light in front of the entire Fremont community by hosting two successful drives at the annual Fremont Festival of the Arts. “I’m glad we were able to educate and inform an audience of thousands about the pressing need to join the National Registry. Hopefully more people will take up this cause and help save the lives of blood cancer patients worldwide,” said Parikh.

Through the six drives, Parikh and her team of volunteers were able to register 133 adults committed to donating bone marrow and raise awareness of many more. Parikh noted, “I’m excited about the success of this project! I hope to continue hosting Registry Drives in the future, and I hope we as a community are able to make a difference in this way.”

For more information on how to register as a Bone Marrow Donor, visit www.getswabbed.org. For further information about Girl Scouts and the Gold Award, visit www.girlscoutsnorcal.org.

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Tri-City Stargazer AUGUST 22 – AUGUST 28, 2012 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: This challenging era of the Uranus/Pluto square that began in 2008 will continue through 2015. The fallout will continue for another decade. It is time that we take responsibility for managing our emotions and grow beyond our collective adolescence. Big egos make Big Wars. The Ego is only one part of the psyche. Seek to distinguish egoistic motives from the authentic and the fact that we must be contributors to the whole. It is important that we return to integrity in our dealings with each other.

Aries (March 21-April 20): You are at the end of a cycle that began in early July. On the 23rd your attention will begin to shift toward issues of intimacy and partnership, joint and corporate financial matters, taxes, and/or estate and business planning. Your instincts regarding investments will be good through the end of this month.

You want to put your best foot forward, but circumstances do not feel quite right. If the conflict is deep, it is usually best to wait and not yield to whatever pressure is around you. While being still, you will sort it all out.

you want to handle. Too many requests may lead you to think that you should quit or leave the scene.

Do what you can to put off some demands until next week when you will generally feel better.

Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug 22): After the 22nd your locus of attention shifts to the subject of finances and scrutiny of your values.

Is your money following that which you hold in highest regard?

You may be taking a good look at your debt or your estate. If you have avoided these topics for a while, you may be in for a surprise.

Scorpio (October 23-November 21): Mars, the warrior, enters your sign this week and will be traveling with you for seven weeks. This energy is especially helpful in defining our boundaries. Periodically we need to examine who we are and also who we are not. Often something is eliminated. In general, it increases your courage and physical strength.

Gemini (May 21-June 20): You have favorable aspects for travel, education, and socializing with neighbors, roommates, and siblings through the weekend. As next week begins, you may encounter troubles with your vehicle.

Take pleasure in your weekend activities.

Virgo the Virgin (Aug 23-Sep 22): The Sun has re-entered your birth sign. Generally this is uplifting. However, this year, before you can truly celebrate, you must face a Gorgon. It might be your Inner Critic (which always exaggerates negatively). If the Gorgon is someone else, then maybe you are realizing you have a vampire and must disentangle yourself.

Sagittarius (November 22-December 21): Issues with property or needy family members are still ongoing. Meanwhile, this week you have an aspect that favors travel, legal interests, education, Internet activities, and enjoying your relationship to your partner.

Focus your attention on the positive. The rest will generally resolve itself.

Cancer (June 21-July 21): You might feel out of sorts this week.

Your feelings are in conflict with your ideal self and your values.

Libra (September 23-October 22): Your “public” world has expectations and just right now it may feel like they are more than

Capricorn (December 22-January 19): You are experiencing changes in the areas of shared resources, investments, alimony, or

Taurus (April 21-May 20): You have been concerned with issues of security. For many people, this is related to money and resources.

You have been fortunate in the past year that money owed to you has been paid. This week you are likely to feel compelled to focus on your economic future.

inheritance. At this time you are mentally quarreling with yourself or with others over finding a solution to the problem. You want things as they were and that is not possible. Ask your Supervising Self for a perspective change.

Aquarius (January 20-February 18): It appears that your nerves are on edge. Therefore partners seem to be the irritant. Before you point fingers, give thought to what is “off” inside yourself.

Maybe you are bored and need something fresh to focus upon.

Perhaps you simply need to be alone for a day or two.

Pisces (February 19-March 20): You have the green light in the following areas: legal interests, travel, education or teaching, dealing with people at a distance, i.e.: via the Internet, your place of worship, and meditation. This door is open and positive for two weeks.

Enjoy!

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Vivian Carol may be reached at (704) 366-3777 for private psychotherapy or astrology appointments (fee required).

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Highway 4, an East Bay band that performed last year and has a familiar playlist encouraging audience participation.

Food sales are planned but attendees are welcome to bring their own and picnic or graze. A number of vendors will show their wares - Dove Chocolate Discoveries, DGUY Jewelry Design, Cake Handcrafted Soaps, Squirt & Doodle Pet Supplies, BB Buckles and Debbie Baldwin Handmade Crafts - giving attendees a head start on holiday shopping. A host of auction and raffle prizes will be offered, ranging from restaurant vouchers to Oakland A’s passes to a two-night stay at a Reno casino.

Soroptimist has set an admission price of $45 per car since Westover has a 75-space parking area; reservations are required. “So come in a two-seater convertible or pack into a 12-seater van,” says Kathleen Sage, a graphic designer who co-chairs the event with Debbie Derham. “It doesn’t matter, the admission price is the same.”

In past years, about 100 people have attended but as word has spread about this great event, about 150 people are expected this year.

Celebrating its 10th year since the local club recharted, Soroptimist has looked to musical events for community enrichment and fundraising for its projects. Prior to Music in the Vineyard, Soroptimist co-

The Bookworm

hosted the Tri-City Blues Festival with Newark Chamber of Commerce.

Soroptimist International of the Tri-Cities disbanded more than a decade ago but the embers were rekindled to support local women. The re-chartered organization now meets on the third Monday of each month at Papillion Restaurant for a dinner program, often with a speaker on topics pertaining to needs of women. Locally, Soroptimists sponsor the Women’s Opportunity Award for heads of household returning to college and the “Pretty Bags” project providing per-

sonal care items to survivors of human trafficking, survivors of domestic violence, and homeless women living in a shelter. In October, Soroptimist will sponsor a lobster sale fundraiser.

The organization hosts a number of workshops to help women through major life transitions, including workshops to prepare for work and obtain financial assistance. Soroptimist also recognizes efforts of female teen volunteers who work for community improvement with its Violet Richardson Award, named for one of its founding members. The first Soroptimist chapter began in California in Oakland in 1921 and expanded to become an international organization.

Sage, who has been a Soroptimist for five years, finds satisfaction in “just knowing that even though I am part of a small group, I am helping women and girls. I know I am making a difference in their lives.”

Music in the Vineyard Sunday, August 26 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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The Bookworm is Terri Schlichenmeyer. Terri has been reading since she was 3 years old and she never goes anywhere without a book. She lives on a hill in Wisconsin with two dogs and 11,000 books.

An Economist Gets Lunch New Rules for Everyday Foodies by Tyler Cowen The fridge was empty the other day.

No milk, no OJ, no breakfast fixin’s. You were out of bread, cereal, snacky stuff, and lunchmeat.

There was barely a crumb for supper, either, so it was off to the grocery store for you.

Yes, the fridge was empty the other day. And now your wallet is.

You have to eat, and you’d rather eat well. So how do you do it with economy in mind when the economy stinks? Grab “An Economist Gets Lunch” by Tyler Cowen and get some lessons.

Every now and then, says author Cowen, the world needs a “special kind of revolution” in food. It happened with Upton Sinclair, it occurred with the perfection of frozen food and the invention of the microwave. Today’s changes will “happen only gradually” but it’s possible to eat better now “for your own good and for everyone else’s.”

First of all, throw out all the fads: delete “locavore” from your vocabulary and forget about “slow food.”

Eating locally is not always, economically speaking, a good idea and it’s not always the best choice, environmentally. You can, furthermore, eat fast food cheaply and nutritiously, as long as you’re willing to expand your definition of “fast food.”

What’s important to remember, he says, is that we’re eating better than ever before. Yes, obesity is a problem here but we aren’t starving. Many worldcitizens can’t make that claim.

To find “better eating,” Cowen says to remember this principle: “Food is a product of economic supply and demand, so try to figure out where the supplies are fresh, the suppliers are creative, and the

demanders are informed.” This, he says, will help you make every meal count and it will help you understand that the best food doesn’t have to empty your wallet.

Remember that ambiance and presentation often have nothing to do with the taste of the food. Shop at ethnic markets and don’t be intimidated. Keep in mind that politics has a lot to do with the price of what you eat. Become educated about “cross-subsidy” food and learn to spot a trendy restaurant before it becomes trendy. And remember that much of what we produce and you eat has economic and environmental domino-effects on every other country in the world.

No doubt about it, “An Economist Gets Lunch” is a joyful book.

Author Tyler Cowen is funny and flippant, and his wry observations are a delight for foodies and everyday consumers alike.

The problem comes if you’re expecting a lot about economy here, because there isn’t much. Cowen is a professor of economics at George Mason University, but his food critic side-interest consumes the majority of this book. That doesn’t make it bad in any way, but it might disappoint readers who expect something more serious and less edible.

Still, I definitely think this is a book that might change the way both kinds of readers perceive that which is on their plates. What’s in “An Economist Gets Lunch” will, in fact, give you lots to chew on. c.2012, Dutton$26.95 / $28.50 Canada 293 pages, includes index

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Christine Bender, Jacqueline Cooper, Betty Ferguson, Ron Orpitelli, Maureen Langenbach, Peter Langenbach, Amy Nelson Smith, Christine Ortiz, Richard Longo, Joan Miller, Felton Parker, Maggie Lorius, and Dr. Htain Win. An Artist Reception will be held Saturday, September 8 from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. This reception will be a potluck and fundraiser for the gallery.

Artists/members will provide the potluck, and guests will be asked to donate $5 for a wonderful meal and party celebrating the artists and the fantastic art exhibit!

For a full list of artists and details about the reception, please visit the Sun Gallery’s website at www.sungallery.org. For more information, please contact Jacqueline Cooper, Artistic Director, Sun Gallery at icanseeclearlynow@yahoo.com.

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“That Little Shop in Venice” (oil on canvas) by Nina Starr

I Can See Clearly Now… August 22 - September 29 Wednesday – Saturday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Artist Reception Saturday, September 8 1 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Sun Gallery 1015 "E" Street, Hayward (510) 581-4050 sungallery@comcast.net

Fremont resident awarded Good Citizen Scholarship SUBMITTED BY NANCY ORLANDO RBS Citizens Financial Group, Inc. (RBSCFG) announced August 16, 2012 that

Christina Wang of Freemont is a second prize winner of its annual TruFit Good Citizen Scholarship program. She receives a $1,000 scholarship to help supplement the cost of tuition for the fall semester at the University of California, Irvine.

Started in 2011, the scholarship program recognizes and rewards students whose volunteer efforts have made a lasting impact in their communities. Winners were chosen based on the responsibility and leadership skills they have demonstrated through their community service.

More than 5,000 high school seniors and college students applied for the scholarships.

Wang founded the largest Leo Club International since 1957, by involving more than 100 members. The club raises money for the Lions Center for the Blind in Oakland and Daraja Academy in Africa. Wang contacts senior centers, elementary schools and other organizations in need of volunteer support and donations so members can offer their services.

Wang and 39 other winners are featured in more detail on the Charter One Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/charterone).

For more information on the TruFit Good Citizen Scholarship program and the TruFit Student Loan product, please visit http://www.charterone.com/trufitstudentloan/.

RBSCFG’s website is citizensbank.com.

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he Board of Directors of LIFE ElderCare named Patricia Osage as its new Executive Director August 16, 2012.

Osage brings over 20 years of experience in helping vulnerable populations in the nonprofit sector. Board President Judy Zlatnik, said, "We are delighted to welcome Patricia and look forward to working with her to strengthen and expand our services to older adults, and to more actively engage community members in fulfilling our mission."

Osage was formerly the Director of Resident Services at Satellite Housing where she developed expansive programs around civic engagement and intergenerational opportunities that helped senior residents to not only age in place, but to also thrive in their community. "When seniors recognize that they are truly being seen and heard," she says, "they open up and are able to collaboratively tailor their own services in ways that work."

Prior to Satellite Housing, Osage worked in San Francisco as a director of social service programs providing case management to formerly homeless adults living in the Tenderloin district. In 2005, the agency opened its doors to a new type of housing, the Ramen Hotel on Howard Street, a residence designed solely for seniors. Her commitment to the wellbeing of this most vulnerable population quickly became a life direction.

Originally from Missouri, Osage moved to the Bay Area in 2001 and has been living in Fremont for the past eight years. "I am thrilled to be working in my hometown," she says, "alongside the passionate staff and volunteers at LIFE who help older adults in the Tri-City area get the services they need to remain independent and healthy."

To share her experience working with seniors who are hardest to reach, Osage created a guidebook called Connecting with Socially Isolated Seniors: A Service Providers Guide. With the help of many colleagues, and suggestions from hundreds of seniors themselves, the book is filled with concrete, real-life methods that can be used to connect with those most at risk for isolation and increased emotional, cognitive and physical health issues.

Osage can be reached at posage@fremont.gov or by phone at (510) 574-2091.

Since 1975, LIFE ElderCare has been providing direct services to home bound seniors living in Fremont, Newark and Union City, California. Their four direct service programs, Meals on Wheels, Friendly Visitors, VIP Rides and Falls Prevention promote healthy aging and enable independent living for as long as safely possible. To learn more, visit http://lifeeldercare.org.

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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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August 21 2012

Curtain Call promises new, edgier take on classic tale

SUBMITTED BY DAVID OJAKIAN

the coming-of-age tale, resulting in a feast for the eyes and ears. Referring to a genre that incorporates elements of science fiction, fantasy, Curtain Call Performing Arts (CCPA) and alternate history, Steampunk features is set to premier the Broadway Enchanted technology, or futuristic innovations as Victorians might have envisioned, based on a Victorian perspective on fashion, culture, architectural style, and art. Unique and daring set and lighting design, paired with edgy costumes and the talent of the cast make this show a must-see for Bay Area theatre buffs, families, and casual fans alike.

“We’ve ‘steampunked’ Cinderella, making it as Rogers and Hammerstein has never been seen before,” said Andrea Gorham, CCPA Co-Founder and Catherine Williamson as Cinderella Artistic Director. “The direction of the show allows us to push the envelope with set design, cosversion of Rogers and Hammerstein’s tumes, lighting, and staging with an edgier “Cinderella,” August 24-31 at the Castro look that is all the trend in Hollywood and Valley Center for the Arts. The show beyond. We can’t wait to open this show,” brings a dramatic conclusion to the comcontinued Gorham. pany’s fourth season with a new take on “Cinderella,” featuring a cast and crew the classic tale, and showcases some of the from around the Bay Area and beyond, is Bay Area’s best talent. directed

by Misty Megia (Pleasanton), “Cinderella,” is the classic story of a beauwith musical direction by Jedediah da tiful young woman put to task by her wicked Roza (Lafayette), and stars Catherine stepmother, true love discovered at a royal Williamson (San Leandro) as Cinderella, ball, and a handsome prince to the rescue.

Matt Ono (Aiea, Hawaii) as the Prince, But CCPA promises a version of the tale that Kristina Stasi (San Francisco) as the Fairy has never been seen. Curtain Call brings the Godmother, Kevin Foley (Castro Valley) as science fiction and fantasy of "Steampunk" to

SUBMITTED BY RON CARIÑO Soulciety is a Hayward-based non-profit that empowers youth and young adults through leadership-development, job placement and training, performing arts and community service.

The organization stages Empower, an annual performing arts spectacular. This year’s production, Empower: Master of the Three Rings, sees the stage, street and circus collide. It is a collaboration between 50 youth and young adult performers, 100 volunteers and numerous schoolbased and non-profit organizations working together to inspire the community. The funds raised benefit local youth and the young in the Philippines.

Since 2009, the show’s proceeds have funded The Bridge Program, Soulciety’s overseas educational program, which has provided more than 110 Pentium III+ computers and thousands of hygiene supplies, school materials, books and shoes to children living in the provinces of the Philippines. Along with this aid, some of Empower’s performers teach educational workshops on health and hy-

Lionel, Ali Lane as the Stepmother, Martie Muldoon (Livermore) as the Queen, Phil Smotherman, Jr. (Castro Valley) as the King, Alice Beittel (San Leandro) as Joy, and Kate Offer (Oakland) as Grace.

Ticket prices remain low at $25 for adults and $15 for students and seniors, offering an affordable entertainment value for live theatre. All shows will be performed at the Castro Valley Center for the Arts on the Castro Valley High School Campus. For tickets visit http://www.cvartsfoundation.com/ or call the box office at (510) 889-8961. For more information on the show and Cur-

giene, technology and the performing arts for these youth.

Empower’s success is impossible without the hard work, professionalism and dedication of the performers, volunteers and everyone involved. Performances of each production have played to a full house. This year, the show will appear in Hayward and San Francisco.

Soulciety is in need of donors. They are fundraising through Indiegogo.com to cover the cost of the Empower production.

A further $8,000 is needed by August 26, 2012 to reach their goal of $10,000 which is just a fraction of the production’s costs.

Donations through Indiegogo.com will receive perks that include event tickets, Soulciety shirts and even services such as wedding photography and DJ-ing/emceeing. Please support Soulciety and their cause by donating before August 26, 2012 at www.indiegogo.com/empower2012.

The organization also needs make-up artists, hair-stylists, volunteers for performance-days, college-based and non-profit organizations with whom to collaborate and marketing opportunities including radio, TV and billboard advertising.

For more information, visit www.soulciety.org/empower or email Executive Director Ron Cariño at ronnie@soulciety.org.

tain Call, visit http://www.curtaincallperformingarts.org/ or call (510) 909-9516.

Follow Curtain Call Performing Arts, San Leandro on Facebook.

Cinderella August 24-31 8 p.m., 2 p.m. matinees August 25 and 26 Castro Valley Center for the Arts 19501 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley (510) 889-8961 http://www.curtaincallperformingarts.org/ Tickets: $15 students and seniors, $25 adults

Court Jester, played by Mario Rodrigues, Soulciety’s 2010 production “Empower III: Under the Big Top.”

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$ = Entrance or Activity Fee R= Reservations Required Schedules are subject to change.

Call to confirm activities shown in these listings.

Continuing Events Wednesday, Apr 25 - Saturday, Dec 29

In Memory of Thomas Kinkade

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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

Sunday 10:00 AM Rev. Ken Daigle Senior Minister

www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234

Tell A Friend

Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480

Kindergarten to 4th grade

A year in the life of two young boys. No performance August 5th

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

Chanticleers Theatre 3683 Quail Ave., Castro Valley (510) 733-5483 Thursday, Aug 3 - Sunday, Sep 1

Features paintings in a variety of media, styles & subjects

Wednesdays, Thru Dec 26

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

Help veterans find career opportunities

Al-Anon Beginner Meeting

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

Support group for friends & family of problem drinkers

Kaiser Permanente 3555 Whipple Road, Union City Thursdays, Thru Dec 27

Free from Hurts, Habits and Hang-Ups Celebrate recovery. Meets every Thursday

Victory Center A.M.E. Zion Church 33450 Ninth Street, Union City (510) 586-5747

12 noon - 5 p.m.

Olive Hyde Art Gallery 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 791-4357 www.fremont.gov www.stage1theatre.orgTues Tuesdays, thru Dec 25

Meditation, Buddhism in Plain English

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

American Buddhist monk teaches & answers questions

Buddhanusorn Buddhist Temple 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont www.watbuddha.org Wednesday, Aug 22 - Saturday, Sep 29

I Can See Clearly Now...

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Member show of photography, oil, ceramic, & sculpture

Sun Gallery 1015 E St., Hayward (510) 581-4050 www.sungallery@comcast.net Thursday, Aug 23 - Saturday, Oct 13

New Members and Emerging Artists

1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Mondays, Jul 2 thru Aug 27

Art created by Hayward Arts Council

Teen/Senior Computer and Gadget Help

Foothill Arts of the Bay 22394 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (510) 538-2787

1:30 - 3:30 p.m.

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

2:30 p.m.

Fri. & Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 6 p.m.

Smith's Cottage Gallery 37815 Niles Blvd., Fremont (510) 793-0737

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

36600 Niles Blvd, Fremont

Lost in Yonkers $

In Full View

Wednesdays, thru Dec 26

Unity of Fremont

Tuesday, Aug 21

Browse through the cottage gallery

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

A positive path for spiritual living

Friday, Aug 3-Sunday, Aug 26

Teens helping seniors with electronic gadgets

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

School-Age Storytime

Tuesday, Aug 21

"Deathtrap" Auditions

7:30 p.m.

Prepare a 2 minute monologue & cold reading from script.

Chanticleers Theatre 3683 Quail Ave., Castro Valley (510) 304-4124 Tuesday, Aug 21

"Bill Nye's Climate Lab" $

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Hands-on exhibit for children ages 7 14

Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland (510) 336-7300 www.chabotspace.org Tuesday, Aug 21

Healthy Minds and Healthy Bodies

6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Cooking demonstration & advice on growing produce

San Lorenzo Library 395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo (510) 670-6283 Wednesday, Aug 22

Student Artist Series $

4 p.m.

Recital A: performance art of the subject of sex, race, and body politics

Cal State East Bay University 25800 Carlos Bee Blvd., Hayward (510) 885-3118 www.csueastbaytickets.com Wednesday, Aug 22

Better Breathers Club Support Group

10 a.m. - 12 noon Help for those with COPD

St. Rose Hospital 27200 Calaroga Ave., Hayward (510) 264-4044

Thursday, Jun 14 -Saturday, Aug 31

The Golden Gate at 75

11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Art exhibit celebrating the iconic bridge

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

$2,200 - $2,500!!!

Move in by September 30th

Saturday, Jun 16 - Sunday, Sep 9

Emerging Patterns: Sea to Sky

10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Depictions of the salt marsh landscape Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center

4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270 Wednesdays, Jul 11- Aug 29

Algebra & Geometry Summer Tutoring

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Trained teen volunteers provide drop-in help

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 Thursday, Jul 12 -Sunday, Aug 26

Animal Feeding $

3 p.m.

Feed the pigs, check for eggs & bring hay to the livestock

Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797 Mon, Aug 1-Sunday, Aug 31

Painters Exhibition

Mon. - Fri., 5 a.m. - 9 p.m. & Sat. - Sun., 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Watercolor paintings & rice paper collage works

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

Join us for fun day in the Sun!

FAMILY & FRIENDS

BBQ

Tuesday, August 30th ● 12 -2 pm

FREE EVENT ● Food & Entertainment RSVP by Thursday, August 23rd

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Friday, Aug 24

Saturday, Aug 25

Saturday, Aug 25

Casino Royale Dinner $R

Science Lecture for Children

Ice Cream Making $

6 p.m. - 12 Midnight

2 p.m.

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Dinner, dancing & casino games

Presented by Science for Youth for schoolage children

Learn how ice & salt help create a delicious treat.

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

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

Fremont Marriott 46100 Landing Pkwy., Fremont (510) 754-2157 Friday, Aug 24

Latino Business Roundtable Meeting

Saturday, Aug 25

James Lee Stanley $

Saturday, Aug 25

8:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

7 p.m.

Sponsored by the Hayward Chamber of Commerce

Solo guitarist & outrageous monologues

San Lorenzo Pioneer Cemetery Clean-Up

St. Rose Hospital 27200 Calaroga Ave., Hayward (510) 264-4044

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

9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Bring your gloves, gardening equipment and rakes. Water & light snacks provided

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

Friday, Aug 24 - Sunday, Aug 26

Saturday, Aug 25

Cinderella $

7:30 p.m.

8 p.m.

"Underworld", "The Cartoon Factory" & "Limousine Love"

Saturday, Aug 25

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

6:30 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Classic fairy tale with a twist

Castro Valley Center for the Arts 19501 Redwood Rd., Castro Valley (510) 889-8961 www.cvartsfoundation.org

Movie Night $

Saturday, Aug 25 Friday, Aug 24

"Send in the Clowns" $R

Flight to Freedom Celebration $

12 noon

6:30 p.m.

Featuring guest speaker Pat Hocking. Includes tea

Fundraiser release of two Great Horned Owls

Shinn House 1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont (510 793-9352

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

Friday, Aug 24

Saturday, Aug 25

The Smurfs

Cars, Karts and Kids Car Show $

8:15 p.m.

Family movie night. Bring a low chair or blanket

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

11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Car show, silent auction, food, kart racing

Wilderness Moon Hike for Women - R Three-mile round trip night hike

Sunol Regional Wilderness 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol (888) 327-2757 Saturday, Aug 25

Star Party $

10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Basics of astronomy & telescope viewing tips

Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland (510) 336-7300 www.chabotspace.org Sunday, Aug 26

Music & Art in the Park

1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Lemans Karting 45957 Hotchkiss St., Fremont (408) 429-5918 www.carskartsandkids.com

Big Band & Jazz. Bring a blanket, lawn chair & picnic (no alcohol)

Greek Festival

Saturday, Aug 25

Sunday, Aug 26

Fri: 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Sat: 12 noon - 10 p.m.

Sun: 12 noon - 7 p.m.

"Our Stream, Our Stream, We all Scream for Our Stream!" $R

Charity Fashion Show $R

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

Food, music, dancing & shopping

Children ages 3-5 & their parents poke about for swimmy creatures in Alameda Creek.

Benefit for the Children's Research Institute

Friday, Aug 24 - Sunday, Aug 26

Resurrection Greek Orthodox Church 20104 Center St., Castro Valley (510) 581-8950 www.GreekFestival.me Saturday, Aug 25

Summer History Walk: What Lies Beneath?

10 a.m.

Discuss Native American burials in Downtown Hayward

Hayward Area Historical Society Museum 22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward (501) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org

Sunol Regional Wilderness 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol (888) 544-3249 www.ebparksonline.org

Hayward Memorial Park 24176 Mission Blvd., Hayward

1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Children's Hospital Oakland 5700 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland www.chochoarityfashionshow.eve ntbrite.com Sunday, Aug 26

Saturday, Aug 25

AC Transit Job Fair - R

Niles Antique Faire & Flea Market

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

6 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Recruitment of bus operators

Collectibles, crafts, garden art, jewelry & more

AC Transit Training and Education Center 20234 Mack Street, Hayward www.ACTransit.org

Niles Town Plaza 37592 Niles Blvd., Fremont www.niles.org

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Sunday, Aug 26

Sunday, Aug 26

Music in the Vineyard $R

Summer BBQ Party - R

2:30 p.m.

Music by "Highway 4"

4 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Bring a picnic & enjoy wine tasting

League of Women Voters 45 Zacate Place, Fremont (510) 792-1645 kay1945@sbcglobal.net

Westover Vineyards 34329 Palomares Rd., Castro Valley (510) 793-7254 www.sitricities.org

Celebrate Women's Equality Day

Monday, Aug 27

Sunday, Aug 26

Newark Parade "Drill Team" Rehearsal

Bay Run/Walk Fundraiser Event $

7 p.m.

7:30 a.m.

5K and 10K walk or run

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270 www.shoreline@haywardrec.org

Volunteers practice with streamers & pennants. Family-friendly event

Newark Community Center 35501 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 742-4437 sflusche@comcast.net

Concert Schedule HAYWARD Music and Art in the Park Sundays: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

August 26: Big Band music and jazz Three O'Clock Jump and the Herd of Cats September 9: Beatles tunes - No Fly List and the Two of Us September 16: Celtic Celebration September 23: Original rock/pop music - Kari McAllister & the Sweetspots and Sezu Hayward Memorial Park 24176 Mission Blvd., Hayward www.HaywardLodge.org

Cheer for the Oakland A’s & support Drivers for Survivors

CASA receives Nancy's Hero Award

SUBMITTED BY JAN VINCENT

SUBMITTED BY GINNI RING

The Drivers for Survivors mission is to alleviate stress associated with some of the more practical aspects of a cancer diagnosis. We provide free transportation services and supportive companionship during treatment for cancer patients and their families living in Fremont, Newark and 'Union City, freeing them to focus on their health and treatments.

To help support our work, Drivers for Survivors will be selling tickets for the Oakland Athletics game Saturday, September 15 at 6:05 p.m.

Tickets are lower box seats and cost $30 each. The best news is half of the proceeds go to Drivers for Survivors.

As part of our Oakland Athletics game fundraiser we will be selling high quality lives Beefy T shirts for $15. These can be ordered when placing your ticket order through Cherie Tarantino at 510-508-4776. Ordering deadline is August 27, 2012.

By purchasing a ticket, you will automatically be entered in for a drawing for two pregame field passes. If you are the winner you will be notified several days before the game so that you can come early.

Alameda County Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) has received the 2012 Nancy's Hero Award from Alameda County District Attorney Nancy O'Malley for the agency’s commitment and success in advocating for abuse, neglected and abandoned children in the juvenile court system.

Each year O'Malley presents this award to individuals and organizations to recognize their exceptional service to the community.

Please mark your calendars for Thursday, August 23 at 5:30 pm for the Summer Family Fun barbeque at the Alameda County Fairgrounds - Ivy Glen picnic area to celebrate all of Nancy's Heroes.

Fun for kids of all ages with a jumpy house, face painting, and a tasty barbeque.

Tickets are $65 Individual ($80 at the door) and $100 Family ($125 at the door). Register at www.nancyomalleyforda.org.

Summer Family Fun BBQ Thursday, August 23 5:30 p.m.

Ivy Glen Picnic Area Alameda County Fairgrounds 4501 Pleasanton Avenue, Pleasanton www.nancyomalleyforda.org

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SUBMITTED BY OHLONE COLLEGE The Ohlone College and Fremont Bank Annual Golf Tournament is scheduled for Monday, September 24, at The Course at Wente Vineyards in Livermore.

Now in its 28th year, this annual golf tournament is packed with entertaining activities and prizes including Longest Drive, the Vegas Hole, Most Accurate Drive, and multiple Hole-in-One contests featuring prizes such as a new Lexus IS 250, or a $10,000 CD from Fremont Bank. Multiple hospitality tents will keep players refreshed on the course.

The annual golf tournament benefits the College’s award-winning athletic department. Most of

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the volunteers are players and coaches from Ohlone’s Renegades and Lady Renegades athletic teams. The tournament is followed by the College’s Athlete of the Year awards at a special reception with an athletic basket raffle and silent and online auctions.

“This is our signature athletic event of the year,” said Chris Warden, Athletic Director for Ohlone College. “Our teams and coaches are gearing up for a great event. It’s an opportunity to thank the community for their strong support of our programs.”

To register or for more information please visit www.ohlonecollegegolf.org. The tournament sold out last year and registration is now underway.

Community Fund hosts violence prevention event

SUBMITTED BY KEVIN CHENG Michael Pritchard, nationally acclaimed keynote speaker praised by the Wall Street Journal, CNN and Time for his ability to use humor to inspire and educate, presented a violence prevention program to the Newark Junior Giants on August 10. Sponsored by the San Francisco Giants Community Foundation, kids, their parents and Coach Bryan Cobb enjoyed the afternoon of humorous and thoughtful comments about kindness and caring.

For more information about Mr. Pritchard, visit http://www.michaelpritchard.com/about

SUBMITTED BY TRACY YOTT & MARTY FROOMIN

C

ribbage, or "crib" for short, is a popular British pub game. The game originated by the English poet Sir John Suckling in 17th century England. It holds a special place among American submariners, serving as an "official" pastime. The wardroom of the oldest active submarine in the United States Pacific Fleet carries World War II submarine commander and Medal of Honor winner RADM Dick O'Kane's personal cribbage board on board, and upon decommissioning, it is transferred to the next oldest boat.

Starting its 27th season, the American Cribbage Congress (ACC) Grass Roots Club #43 has thrived since its charter in early 1987. The club holds a nine-game tournament every Wednesday evening where each player faces nine random opponents.

The Grass Roots points system allows for rating players locally, regionally and nationally during the official season which consists of 36 tournaments between Sept. 1 and May 31.

Cribbage can be played by 2 to 4 people. Our weekly tournaments are two-person play. To play cribbage you need a standard deck of 52 playing cards and a cribbage board for keeping score. Points are scored for card combinations that add up to fifteen, and for pairs, triples, quadruples, runs and flushes.

The game is divided into two distinct rounds: one playing round and one scoring round. The winner is the first person to peg 121 points. A win is worth two game points and a “skunk” (beating your opponent by 31 our more holes) is worth three game points.

Celebrating its first complete year, the beginners club has introduced tournament style cribbage to over a dozen players on Tuesday evenings.

These minor leaguers play games against opponents of equal skill while veteran players offer playing tips and teach strategies during play. They also learn the rules that govern tournament play and differences from playing at home. Ten of those players have since joined the American Cribbage Congress (www.cribbage.org) and the Grass Roots Club #43. It’s a great place to make new friends and enjoy one of the best 2-handed card games in the world.

Roy Kaufmann of San Leandro started the 2011-2012 season with a bang by winning all nine games (known as a Grand Slam) of the first official tournament with a repeat “Grand Slam” performance late in the season. But it was Charlie Dunn of South San Francisco who finished the season as Club Champion with 271 points. Roy finished in second place with 221 points, followed by Bill Wakeman (San Lorenzo) with 217 points, Bob Christopher (Oakland) with 178 points and Farokh Ziari (Fremont) with 161 points.

ACC Grass Roots Club #43 welcomes all players of any skill level to join us. Tuesdays evenings are open to everyone while Wednesdays are for intermediate to advanced players capable of playing a game in 15 – 20 minutes. For more information, email cribbagegr43@yahoo.com or call Tracy Yott at (510) 793-6472. Or simply show up any Tuesday before 6:15 p.m. at Round Table Pizza (Centerville), 37480 Fremont Blvd., Fremont.

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New Haven Adult School educational services SUBMITTED BY NHAS New Haven Adult School (NHAS), a WASC accredited center for career and educational training at 600 G Street, Union City, has been committed to excellence in educational services for adult learners and their families since 1980. Although the recent economic crisis has required the Adult School to greatly reduce the quantity and variety of services once provided, NHAS remains committed to its mission of empowering students to become productive life-long learners able to communicate clearly, collaborate with others and solve problems effectively. The Adult School enables students to achieve their individual goals by helping them transition from English language classes into the High School Diploma program and the career skills training center.

SUBMITTED BY SALLY THOMAS

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ather to hear participants of Hayward Library’s Writers’ Group present samples of their work, along with our featured guest Judith Offer, Oakland-based playwright and poet. With

over a dozen plays produced, as well as four books of poetry, including Double Crossing, a collection of poems about her local neighborhood, Judith has a devoted audience. Judith's poetry has been pub-

In September 2012, NHAS will continue to offer courses in the following areas: Computer Training in MS Office 2010 for beginner through intermediate skill levels; Healthcare training classes (CMA, Pharmacy Tech, and other Continued Ed opportunities); English As a Second Language (ESL) for literacy through Intermediate High levels; High School Diploma program for adults 18 years and older; GED Test Preparation class; Yoga with Shubhangi; Traffic Violator School.

Additionally, NHAS hosts the Migrant Education (Programa Migrante), an on-site educational service for

Pre-K thru 12 migrant students. The Adult School also provides pre-employment skills verification tests in typing, data entry, MS Word (2003/2007), MS Excel (2003/2007), Basic Computer Skills testing for Allied Healthcare students and more.

At this time, NHAS offers classes Monday through Thursday, 8:30a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and on Tuesday and Thursday, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Online classes are available, allowing learners to access the classroom 24/7 from anywhere with an Internet connection.

Registration is in progress for new classes scheduled to begin September 10, 2012.

For more information, call (510) 489-2185 or visit http://adsweb.nhusd.k12.ca.us/ or FaceBook at www.facebook.com/nhadultschool.

lished in a number of magazines, and has been broadcast on National Public Radio.

The peer writers’ group has recently celebrated its first year anniversary. Start-

monthly, local residents of varying experience as writers gather to review and critique each others’ work. The group welcomes community members to drop in (no need to register in advance) and get feedback on their writing.

Local writer Leticia Garcia Bradford provides a supportive environment, to help individuals get the support they need to stay on track with their writing, whether it’s fiction, non-fiction, or poetry. Hay-

ing out last year with a special grant from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian, the group is now supported by the Hayward Friends of the Library. Meeting twice

ward resident Lorie Miller, who is also a member of the Hayward Library’s Mostly Literary Fiction Book Group, describes her progress in the writers’ group: “Eight months ago I began just formulating cohesive sentences. Now I am completely enjoying myself exploring the power of

words, creating inspirational short stories and poetry. "Check it out for yourself!

Bring 5-10 copies of the piece you wish to share with the group. For more information, call (510) 881-7700.

Peer Writers’ Group meetings: Saturday, Sept. 8: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Monday, Sept. 24: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 13: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.

Monday, Oct. 22: 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Narrative reading with Poet Judith Offer Saturday, Aug 25 2 p.m.

Hayward Main Library 835 C Street—Downtown Hayward (510) 881-7700

Robson Homes and Abode Services assist families in need SUBMITTED BY CAROL ARATA Robson Homes recently made a significant donation of beautiful furniture to Abode Services after a close-out of one of its model home communities.

After receiving a call from Robson Homes about the furniture, Abode Services staff quickly identified four families in need at Main Street Village Apartments, Abode Services' supportive housing complex for formerly homeless and very low-income households in Fremont.

Abode Services volunteer Walter White provided assistance with pick-up and delivery of the furniture to these four families.

This was not the first time that Walter, an active member of the Fremont Rotary Club, had put his truck at Abode Services’ disposal. During the 2011 winter holidays, he and his grandson de-

livered a truck full of food from a food drive; Walter has responded to many other requests for help picking up or dropping off donations.

The four families who received the furniture were, Abode Services staff members reported, “Beyond grateful” for the donation.

Robson Homes has been a longtime supporter of

Abode Services, providing financial assistance and other support for more than ten years. Abode Services thanks them for putting this model home furniture to such a great use.

To learn more about Robson Homes and Abode Services, visit their websites at www.robsonhomes.com and www.abodeservices.org

After disasters, social media helps find lost pets

BY JAMIE STENGLE ASSOCIATED PRESS FORNEY, Texas (AP), After seeing the remnants of his tornado-ravaged home, Juan Ventura Jr. held out little hope he would ever see his dog Oscar again. But later that day, about a mile away, a family snapped a photo of a frightened brindle boxer who, like many pets during natural disasters, had dashed away from home.

Oscar was in the backyard when a tornado swept through Forney, just east of Dallas, damaging more than 100 homes last week. There was no sign of him when Ventura returned to the splintered wood and collapsed walls that had been his family's home. The dog house and the backyard fence were gone.

“When I saw the way his house was, I assumed the worst,” said Ventura, who is married with two children ages 2 and 5, who have a special fondness for Oscar.

But within days, thanks to Facebook postings, the photo had spread across the Internet, including to at least one of several

sites dedicated to helping owners find their beloved pets after wildfires, tornadoes, flooding or other natural disasters. Someone who saw Ventura on television talking about his missing dog also saw the photo, and word quickly got back to the family – and Oscar, tail wagging, got back to Ventura.

“I think this type of thing is really starting to pick up speed,” said Heather Mathewson, who runs several Facebook pages and a website to help find missing pets in Texas, including one featuring Oscar that was set up after more than a dozen tornadoes hit North Texas on Tuesday. “Social media can really function as such an effective means after this kind of disaster.”

Mathewson got involved after the deadly wildfires last year that destroyed more than 1,600 homes in Bastrop, a town near Austin.

She said information about lost or found animals will get posted on one site but quickly spread to others. If a shelter allows it, pictures of animals at the facility will get posted.

They also try to be in touch with local veterinarians who may have been brought pets.

A day after a deadly outbreak of tornadoes hit Alabama on April 27, Michelle Amaral of Birmingham and other animal lovers set up a website and Facebook page.

“Almost immediately” they began getting descriptions and pictures of lost and found pets, she said.

“Even though a lot of the electricity was knocked out in a lot of areas, people still had their cell phones or they had their car charger to still power up their cell phones,” Amaral said. “They were able to communicate with us on social media through that mechanism.

It was incredible.”

Those who work with such sites say flyers, newspaper ads and contacting local shelters and veterinarians are still musts. Social media is simply another resource, said Amaral, whose network has since expanded to include Twitter and Pinterest accounts and grown into a lost-and-found site in Alabama.

“So many people are on Facebook. If you have a photo that starts to go viral on a platform like that, somebody sees a pet outside and says, ‘Wait a minute, I saw a picture of that guy

somewhere’ and then they pick him up and figure out where he belongs,’” she said.

That's exactly what happened when the tornado hit Ventura's subdivision on Tuesday. Trent Welch was spending the evening at his parents’ house about a mile away when he and other family members spotted Oscar behind the house.

“He was just so shaken up and so scared. He didn't want to come to us. It took about an hour and a half,” said Welch, who added that once they got ahold of Oscar, he was calm.

Then they started posting pictures online.

“I just started posting on Facebook, any chance I got I posted on Facebook. I posted on every website you can think of, every link somebody told me, I posted,” said Welch's fiancé, Mandy Hernandez, adding, “I had many, many friends share my picture.”

Thanks to the observant web-surfing Good Samaritan, Welch reunited Ventura and Oscar less than two days after the tornado hit.

“As soon as he saw Juan's truck he started wagging his little tail,” Welch said.

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PUBLIC NOTICES tion 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).

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CITY OF UNION CITY NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the City of Union City for the purpose of considering the following: Municipal Code Amendment (AT-12-003) The City of Union City is proposing to modify Title 7 to consolidate the requirements associated with solid waste, organic waste, and recyclable materials, add requirements for waste and recycling enclosures, incorporate the requirements listed in the Alameda County Waste Management Authority Mandatory Recycling Ordinance that address mandatory commercial recycling, and incorporate the requirements listed in the Alameda County Waste Management Authority Plastic Bag Ordinance that prohibit certain grocery and retails stores from distributing single-use carryout bags. The City of Union City is also proposing to update Title 18 to reference the requirements for waste and recycling enclosures.

Notice is also given that this ordinance is not a “project” within the meaning of section 15378 of the State California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, because it has no potential for resulting in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment and no additional action under CEQA is required. For further information regarding this project, contact Carmela Campbell, Planning Manager, at (510) 675-5316. Written comments regarding this project should be received by the Planning Division prior to Thursday, September 6, 2012.

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING September 6, 2012 Said hearing will be held at 7:00 p.m.

In the Council Chambers of City Hall, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City.

City Hall is accessible by Union City Transit lines 1A, 1B, 3, 4 and AC Transit line 97.

BART riders can transfer to these bus routes at the UC BART station. For information, please contact: Union City Transit at (510) 471-1411, AC Transit at (510) 891-4777, or BART at (510) 465-2278.

JOAN MALLOY Economic & Community Development Director

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Judge of the Superior Court 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/12

CIVIL ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12642179 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Wen-Hsin Chang for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Wen-Hsin Chang filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Wen-Hsin Chang to Hailey Rae Chang 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: December 28, 2012, Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 504 The address of the court is 24405 Amador St., 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: August 3, 2012 Winifred Y. Smith Judge of the Superior Court 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/12 CNS-2359429# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12641920 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Diana Whangmeowsue Hu for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Diana Whangmeowsue Hu filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Diana Whangmeowsue Hu to Miaoshu Diana Huang 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: Nov. 2, 2012 (Fri), Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 504 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: Aug. 3, 2012 C. DON CLAY Judge of the Superior Court 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/12 CNS-2358784# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12640302 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Olivia Guitron-Nuñez for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Olivia Guitron filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Olivia Guitron-Nuñez to Olivia Guitron 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: 10/19/2012, Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 504 The address of the court is 24405 Amador Street, Room 108, Hayward, CA 94541 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: Tri-City Voice Date: July 23, 2012 WINIFRED Y. SMITH Judge of the Superior Court 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/12 CNS-2353088# ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. HG12640075 Superior Court of California, County of Alameda Petition of: Stacy Encinas on behalf of Alex Jacob Armendariz for Change of Name TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner Stacy Encinas filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Alex Jacob Armendariz to Alex Jacob Kanoho 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: 10-19-2012, Time: 8:45 AM, Dept.: 504 The address of the court is 24405 Amandor St., 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: Tri-City Voice

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 468204-205 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. S.W.I.R. L, 2. The Switchers, 1188 Huron Lane, Hayward, CA 94545, County of Alameda Yvetta Doll Franklin, 1188 Huron Lane, Hayward, CA 94545 Ramona L. Thomas, 28826 Bayheights Rd., Hayward, CA 94545 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 August 06, 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/ Yvetta D. Franklin, Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on August 06, 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).

8/21, 8/28, 9/4, 9/11/12 CNS-2363585# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 468007 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Snow Fall Ice Cream, 4308 Ogden Dr., Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda; Mailing Address: 39900 Blacow Road #28, Fremont, CA 94538 Jarnail Singh Lakha, 39900 Blacow Rd. #28, 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/ Jarnail Singh Lakha This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 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).

8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/12 CNS-2360315# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 468042 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Magic Clipper, 20 Fremont Hub Courtyard, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Jackie Tran, 39383 Sutter Dr., 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/ Jackie Tran This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 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).

8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4/12 CNS-2359427# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467906 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Mowry Plaza Pharmacy, 668 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Mowry Plaza Pharmacy, Inc., California, 668 Mowry Ave., Fremont, CA 94536 This business is conducted by a Corporation The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on August 1, 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/ Amarjean Kaur Basrai, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 26, 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),

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467738 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Adapt Certification Service, Inc., 6803 Central Ave., Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Adapt Certification Service, Inc., 6803 Central Ave., Newark, CA 94560 California 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 June 6, 2007 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/ Tim Kirkland, Secretary /Treasurer This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 23, 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).

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/12 CNS-2358455# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467605 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Tri-City Plastics, Inc., 6803 Central Ave., Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Tri-City Plastics, Inc., 6803 Central Ave., Newark, CA 94560 California 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 Jan. 1, 2001 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/ Tim Kirkland, Secretary/Treasurer This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 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).

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/12 CNS-2358449# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467925 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Maluhia, 2803 Dune Circle, Hayward, CA 94545, County of Alameda Elenoa Kalei Aipoalani, 2803 Dune Circle, Hayward, CA 94545 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/ Elenoa Kalei Aipoalani This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 27, 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).

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/12 CNS-2357568# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467917 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Dinfamous Productions, 3851 Oakes Drive, Hayward, CA 94542, County of Alameda Danielle D Cartier, 3851 Oakes Drive, Hayward, CA 94542 Don K Wycoff, 2756 Bal Harbor Ln., Hayward, CA 94545 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 June 22, 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/ Danielle D Cartier, General Partner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 26, 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).

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/12 CNS-2357093# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 465020-21 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. Burnt Sushi LLC, 2. Burnt Sushi, 31383 Santa Ana Way, Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Burnt Sushi LLC, 31383 Santa Ana Way, Union City, CA 94587; CA 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 1/3/12 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/ Stephen D Chappell, CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on May 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).

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NAME STATEMENT File No. 467940 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Better Living Residential Care, 3934 Haven Avenue, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda.

Bernhard T. Taloma, 3934 Haven Avenue, 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/ Bernhard T. Taloma, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 27, 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).

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/12 CNS-2356626# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467845 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Global Trades, 38400 Garway Dr., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda.

Shailesh Gandhi, 38400 Garway Dr., 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/ Shailesh Gandhi This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 25, 2012.

NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28/12 CNS-2356623# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467538 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Europa Organics, LLC, 39120 Argonaut Way, #523, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Europa Organics, LLC, CA, 39120 Argonaut Way, #523, 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.) /s/ Paula J. Santiago, Manager This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 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).

7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/12 CNS-2353969# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467398 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Hot Cuts, 699 Lewelling Blvd. #102, San Leandro, CA 94579, County of Alameda.

Lac Vuong, 699 Lewelling Blvd. #102, San Leandro, CA 94579.

This business is conducted by an individual.

The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/16/2012.

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/ Lac Vuong This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 16, 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).

7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/12 CNS-2353849# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 466971 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Jus Becuz T’s, 3727 Village Terrace #276, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda.

Charles Ray Rivers, Jr., 3727 Village Terrace #276, 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 7/2/12.

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/ Charles Ray Rivers, Jr. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on July 2, 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).

7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/12 CNS-2353099# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 467400 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Elisa’s Beauty Salon, 2860 Country Dr., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda, 3700 Horner St., Union City, CA 94587 Elisa Mota, 3700 Horner St., 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 6/19/12 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.)

Alameda County on July 16, 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).

7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/12 CNS-2353095#

GOVERNMENT GENERAL MUNICIPAL CONSOLIDATED ELECTION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2012 NOTICE OF NOMINEES FOR PUBLIC OFFICE Notice is hereby given that the following persons have been nominated for the offices mentioned below, to be filled at the general municipal election to be held in the City of Union City on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, in the order that their names will appear on the ballot.

For Member of the City Council JOSE ESTRELLA Tax Preparer JIM NAVARRO Incumbent For Mayor CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI Small Business Owner DATED: August 16, 2012 /s/ Reneé Elliott Renee Elliott, CMC City Clerk/Elections Official This notice is posted and published in accordance with E.C. 12110.

8/21/12 CNS-2365581# Notice is hereby given that sealed competitive bids will be accepted in the office of the GSAPurchasing Department, County of Alameda, 1401 Lakeside Drive, Suite 907, Oakland, CA 94612 NETWORKING BIDDERS CONFERENCES for RFP #901035 Juvenile Facility Food Services North County – Tuesday, September 18, 2012, 10:00 a.m. at General Services Agency, 1401 Lakeside Drive, Room 1107, 11th Floor, Oakland, CA and South County – Thursday, September 20, 2012, 2:00 p.m. at Fremont Library, Conference Room A, 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont, CA Responses Due by 2:00 pm on October 30, 2012 County Contact: Ann Marie Romero (510) 208-9742 or via email: annmarie.romero@ac gov.org Attendance at Networking Conference is Non-mandatory. Specifications regarding the above may be obtained at the Alameda County GSA Current Contracting Opportunities Internet website at www.acgov.org.

8/21/12 CNS-2362812# NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS Sealed bids will be received in the Office of Purchasing Services at 3300 Capitol Ave., Bldg B, Fremont, California, up to the hour of 2:00 PM on September 11, 2012, at which time they will be opened and read out loud in said building for: FUEL TANK REPLACEMENTS- PWC 8655 PRE-BID CONFERENCE: A pre-bid conference is scheduled for 2:00 PM. on August 28, 2012 with stops at all tank replacement sites. Contractors are to meet at Fire Station #5 located at 55 Hackamore Lane, Fremont, CA. at 2:00 p.m.

Plans, special provisions and standard proposal forms to be used for bidding on this project can be obtained for a non-refundable fee at ARC/ Peninsula Digital located at 1654 Centre Pointe Drive Milpitas, CA 95035 or through Planwell at www.e-arc.com, Phone (408) 262-3000. No partial sets will be issued, cost is non-refundable. Call to confirm availability of copies before coming to pick up documents. For more information on this project, contact the City of Fremont Purchasing Department at (510) 494-4620.

CORINA CAMPBELL PURCHASING MANAGER CITY OF FREMONT 8/14, 8/21/12 CNS-2362538#

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: RICHARD DONOFRIO CASE NO. RP12641500 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of RICHARD DONOFRIO. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by SANDRA M. DONOFRIO in the Superior Court of California, County of ALAMEDA. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that SANDRA M. DONOFRIO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act . (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 09/11/12 at 9:30AM in Dept. 201 located at 2120 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. WAY, BERKELEY, CA 94704 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code Section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner JANICE CROSETTI-TITMUS LAW OFFICES CROSETTI & TITMUS P O BOX 1428 889 MORAGA RD. LAFAYETTE CA 94549-1428 8/7, 8/14, 8/21/12

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Signs of Fall

PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF William Marshak DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Sharon Marshak

and colors are flourishing. Permission to advertise candidacy is protected by our laws but with the hope that private property rights are respected and, following election fervor, signs are removed. Whatever the color, size or shape of the signs, it is incumbent on all of us to look beyond their physical presence and think of who they represent.

WILLIAM MARSHAK

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here are sure indicators when new seasons emerge, but none more definite than when we bid adieu to summer and look forward to autumn.

Though the calendar doesn’t recognize this change for another month, there is no denying the signs: waking up to dark mornings, a cooling trend (although September usually has a few weather surprises), harvest festivals and the return to school for millions of students. Mother Nature responds to shortened days by turning leaves into a myriad of colors. As September nears, there is a sense of impending and dramatic transformation.

In the political world, the season is changing too. The rhythm and tempo may differ from natural makeovers, but as City Councilmembers return from their August summer hiatus, elections loom in the near future. Those who have decided to participate in November contests are about to unleash their rhetoric although most citizens are just beginning to adjust to life after summer, barely cognizant of the political drumbeat that will become deafening in the next few months. As leaves fall from trees, a forest of political signs is rising, covering any landscape that offers room for nails or tape. Cardboard signs of all shapes, sizes

There will be advocates of particular candidates or causes that will vie for each voter’s attention in the coming weeks. This is to be expected and should be welcomed.

However, the reverse is true as well. Voters now have the opportunity to speak directly to candidates, asking about progress of projects, candidate promises and future visions for their cities and counties. Forums, personal contact and websites can offer information for those who take a bit of time to consider the future which, although hard to predict, is usually framed by a culmination of past events, votes and statements that can be examined and questioned.

A well-known quote of poet and philosopher George Santayana states, “Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” The simplicity of this statement is deceiving; over time, institutional memory fades and generations cycle through political positions of public trust. Energy and new approaches are welcome but should be accompanied by a requisite stability of longevity and experience.

As we enter a season of short days, memories of past decisions, promises, use of resources and prior actions should not shorten as well, notwithstanding appearance and ethnic affiliation.

prove that they have fulfilled prior votes of confidence while newcomers should be challenged on the same issues. It is not enough for politicians to expect that time served on boards or councils is satisfactory for continuation in public office. How have they voted – or not - on important issues? It is our right as citizens to vote; it is not a politician’s right to continue their political career without our acquiescence.

Tri-City Voice does not endorse particular candidates except in extreme situations but we will try to help voters remember specific issues – past, present and future – that should be of concern to our communities. Elected city offices are dependent on grass roots participation and, in theory, free from political affiliation. Although it is unrealistic to presume that this is entirely true, voters do have an opportunity at this level to know candidates, understand the issues and take an active role in defining the course of their future. As elections draw closer, candidates will have an opportunity in Tri-City Voice to express their thoughts on specific questions. Our readers should expect explicit answers.

The political signs of fall have appeared and will proliferate; it is up to each constituent to acknowledge their presence and understand the effort behind them. But in the end, this is one sign of fall that is in our hands.

Our communities face challenges that will have long-lasting effects on all of us.

Now is the time for voters to demand strong leadership, illustrated by clear and specific conviction. Incumbents must

• What is a healthy eating plan?

• How do my traditional cultural foods fit into a healthy eating plan?

• Do older adults have special nutritional needs?

• What kinds of physical activities would benefit me?

• Should I take supplements?

Join us in discovering how to eat healthy for life. Learn about nutrition and diet.

Mary Collett, MPH, RD coordinates Healthy Living Councils in several senior centers and works with seniors to ensure that

older adults eat healthy and stay physically active, and is part of the Alameda County Nutrition Services team. She previously worked for the American Heart Association, and is a registered dietitian with a master’s degree in Public Health from UC Berkeley.

Mary Louise Zernicke, MS, MPH, RD, CSG currently is the Department Chair, Program Director at Merritt College. Previously, she was the Senior Nutritionist at Alameda County. In addition to supporting and monitoring local nutrition programs, she has worked on health and fitness issues for seniors. She is a graduate of UC Berkeley.

Wednesday, Sept. 12 1:30 p.m.

Union City Library

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Sharon Marshak EDUCATION Miriam G. Mazliach FEATURES Julie Grabowski GOVERNMENT Simon Wong TRAVEL & DINING Sharon Marshak PHOTOGRAPHERS Cassandra Broadwin Mike Heightchew Don Jedlovec DISTRIBUTION MANAGER Gerry Johnston

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS Karin Diamond Margaret Fuentes BOOKKEEPING Vandana Dua

REPORTERS Jessica Noël Flohr Janet Grant Philip Holmes Catherine Kirch Susana Nunez Suzanne Ortt Praveena Raman Mauricio Segura Angie Wang

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For more programs and information on Healthy Eating, go to http://guides.aclibrary.org/food Library is wheelchair accessible.

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The least loved day is also the market's worst ing an increase of 0.08 percent.)

This year follows the pattern: For both the S&P and the Dow, Monday is the only day to average a loss.

Notably horrible was Monday, June 11, when the Dow fell 142 points because of worries about Spanish debt. Almost as bad were June 25, also capsized by worries about Spain, and April 9, after an anemic jobs report.

“Maybe over the weekend, that's when reality sets in,” says Tim McCandless, senior stock analyst

at Bel Air Investment Advisors in Los Angeles.

Three of the five worst days in the history of the S&P 500 were Mondays, including two days known as Black Monday: Oct. 19, 1987, when stocks plunged more than 20 percent, and Oct. 28, 1929, which helped set off the Great Depression.

So pity the poor Monday. Even pop culture is stacked against it. The Mamas & the Papas sang that every other day of the week is fine. Nobody names a restaurant T.G.I. Monday's. The Titanic

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sank on a Monday, for crying out loud.

It wasn't always like this, with Mondays representing the dreaded beginning of the workweek in Western countries. Monday probably got its bad name when the Roman emperor Constantine invented the weekend, as David Ewing Duncan, author of a book on the history of the calendar, is fond of saying.

Constantine made Sunday a rest day, an attempt to please both sun-worshippers, who were already observing it, Duncan says, and

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So Monday, named for the moon, became the day for going back to work.

Which, in some ways, is only fitting.

“There's always been some mystery around the moon,” Duncan says. “Much like how the stock market works on Mondays.” qqq

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Special Life Events

Gloria R. Rodriguez and Adolfo Zavala Engagement

BY MARIAELENA LEMUS SOCIAL SECURITY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST IN SAN JOSE

Gloria R. Rodriguez and Adolfo Zavala will be tying the knot on Friday September 14th. 2012.

Living a real life fairytale and turns out they will get their happily ever after, after all. Wedding will take place at Union City City Hall. Directly accross from their High School where they met.

Mary King appointed to represent BART District 3 SUBMITTED BY JAMES K. ALLISON The BART Board of Directors appointed Mary King, on August 16, 2012, to fill a vacancy on the governing board until an elected Director is seated on December 7, 2012.

The vacancy arose on June 21, 2012 when Director Bob Franklin resigned to accept a position at BART as Department Manager of Customer Access. Voters will have an opportunity to elect a Director for District 3 in the November 6, 2012, election for a full fouryear term. In the interim, King will represent the District.

Director King is a former Interim General Manager of AC Transit and the first African American woman to be elected as an Alameda County Supervisor and also served as a Metropolitan Transportation Commission Commissioner. She will not seek election to the Board in November 2012.

"Mary’s unique blend of talent and experience should serve the public well until voters have an opportunity to elect a Director for this important District,” said BART Board President John McPartland. “We’re fortunate to have Mary work with us over the next several months.”

King will represent District 3, which lies in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Its boundaries generally include Ashland, Cherryland, Piedmont, San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Kensington and portions of Berkeley, Castro Valley, Hayward and Oakland.

"I’m enthusiastic about serving the people of Alameda and Contra Costa Counties again in this small way,” said King. “I’ve had the opportunity to work closely with General Manager Grace Crunican and her staff on a variety of issues facing BART and I look forward to resuming that working relationship.”

For more information, visit www.bart.gov/board.

SUBMITTED BY NATIONAL PARK SERVICE It’s our birthday and we hope you’ll visit a national park and help us celebrate! On August 25, the National Park Service turns 96 years old and we are inviting everyone, especially children, to join in the festivities taking place coast-to-coast. If you want to share birthday wishes or stories, pictures, or video from your trip to a park, our friends at the National Park Foundation have created a birthday website www.NPSbirthday.org to get the celebration going!

“National parks belong to all Americans and we invite everyone to join us on this special day,” said National Park Service Director Jonathan B. Jarvis. “There are hundreds of events planned. Take the kids on a snorkel adventure, bike ride, kayak tour, hike, or archeological dig. See a blacksmith demo, living history encampment, or Native American concert. Or join me and thousands of children at Rocky Mountain National Park’s big BioBlitz.”

You can choose the park you would like to visit by location or by event at www.nps.gov. NPS works with partners to help preserve local history and create close-to-home recreational opportunities that revitalize neighborhoods and enhance the quality of life. Go to www.nps.gov/communities/states.htm to see what we do in your community.

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City Manager Tony Acosta expressed their condolences and support but Ragi would like to see a national dialogue to raise awareness and avoid further tragedy.

“We’re gathered here today in our collective grief as are thousands of others… we stand as Americans mourning the loss of six valuable lives in Wisconsin. They were lost to a man’s anger, his ignorance

Just as Social Security is an American cornerstone, baseball is America’s pastime.

Baseball is an annual rite of summer and a game that is known for its numbers. Joe DiMaggio’s 56-game hitting streak, Cal Ripken’s record 2,632 consecutive games played, and Hank Aaron’s 755 career home runs all tell stories greater than the numbers themselves. Mention any one of these numbers to a baseball fan and you’re sure to call to mind memories and stories.

Social Security’s numbers tell stories too. The first lump sum Social Security payment of 17 cents was made to Ernest Ackerman in 1937.

The first monthly Social Security check of $22.54 went to Ida May Fuller in January of 1940. This year, about 55 million Americans will receive $760 billion in Social Security benefits. The average monthly benefit for a retired worker in 2012 is $1,229.

An estimated 159 million workers are covered under Social Security — that’s 94 percent of the workforce. Fifty percent of workers have no private pension coverage and 31 percent have no savings set aside specifically for retirement. These and other numbers make it easy to appreciate the value of Social Security.

Ninety percent of Americans age 65 and older receive Social Security benefits. And among the unmarried, 41 percent rely on Social Security benefits for 90 percent of their income.

Social Security is more than just retirement benefits. Disabled workers and their dependents account for 19 percent of the total benefits paid, while survivor’s benefits account for 12 percent. Almost one in four of today’s 20-year olds will become disabled before reaching age 67, and the majority of these workers have no long-term disability insurance besides their Social Security coverage. About one in eight of today’s 20-year olds will die before reaching age 67.

Baseball and Social Security: America’s pastime and America’s retirement program. Both have long and storied histories and associations with statistics.

Learn more about Social Security by visiting www.socialsecurity.gov.

BY JESSICA NOËL FLOHR Summertime is great for hiking, and the Bay Area has an abundance of scenic landscapes for hikers of all skill levels to explore.

Sunol Regional Wilderness is a hidden oasis in the East Bay offering meandering pathways as well as steeper inclines, all with views of rolling, golden hills and native California plants and wildlife. On Saturday, August 25, Sunol will be host to Women on Common Ground’s Wilderness Moon Hike led by long-time Sunol-Ohlone Regional Wilderness naturalist Katie Colbert.

Colbert, founder of the women’s hiking group, joined the Sunol team in 1985. She brings a broad perspective to the nature scene, with a bachelor’s degree in English and Art History, and a nearly completed master’s in Ecology, focusing on local rattlesnakes. Colbert founded Women on Common Ground as a unique hiking group specifically for women who want to enjoy the outdoors but have reservations about personal safety. Women on Common Ground holds an ongoing series of special hikes for women.

The Wilderness Moon Hike is a three-mile round trip night hike by moonlight to Sunol’s High Valley by way of the Indian Joe Creek Trail. Hikers will enjoy stargazing, the view of the waxing gibbous moon, and the sights and sounds of local, nocturnal wildlife. Amateur astronomists will benefit from Colbert’s knowledge of the stars; she led an astronomy campfire earlier in the month at Del Valle.

The moonlight hike is free to participants, but reservations are required. For more information, and to make a reservation, call (888) 327-2757 and select option 2, program 30029.

Wilderness Moon Hike for Women Women on Common Ground Saturday, August 25 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Sunol Regional Wilderness 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol 1 (888) 327-2757 Free of charge, but reservations required

Candle-light vigil and hatred; his hatred not only for the people whose lives he took but his ignorance about the Sikhs and other diverse groups and about this country’s values.

Every time flags fly at half-mast, it’s because harm was inflicted upon one of us by one of us… by one of our very own.

Why does this occur? What should be done?” asked Ragi.

When should a dialogue commence to openly discuss hatred, mental illness and reform of gun control? Another vigil would be too late. According to Ragi, nations do not fall because of enemies from without but because leaders become complacent and accept wrong. He encouraged DutraVernaci to initiate the dialogue in Union City, which holds the designation “All

American City,” and concluded by emphasizing the need to act upon the following well-known passage from President John F., Kennedy’s Inaugural Address: “Ask not what your country can do for you - ask what you can do for your country.”

For more information, visit www.SikhCoalition.org and www.UnitedSikhs.org

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FREE Places of Worship Listing - Call 510-494-1999

ASSEMBLY OF GOD Calvary Assembly of Milpitas 130 Piedmont Rd. Milpitas (408) 946-5464 www.camilpitas.org Christian Life Center 33527 Western Ave., Union City 510-489-7045 Convergence House of Prayer 40645 Fremont Blvd., Ste 16, Fremont 510-656-2335 www.ichop.org Harbor Light Church 4760 Thornton Ave., Fremont 510-744-2233 www.harborlight.com Light of the World Christian Center Assembly of God 43297 Osgood Rd., Fremont 510-651-5922 Templo De La Cruz All services in English 24362 Thomas Ave., Hayward 510-886-1644 www.tdlc.org

BAHA’I FAITH Alameda County West Center 21265 Mission Blvd., Hayward 510-377-3392

BAPTIST Alder Avenue Baptist Church 4111 Alder Ave., Fremont 510-797-3305 www.alderavebc.com Bay Area Baptist Church 38517 Birch St., Newark 510-797-8882 www.bayareabaptist.org Berean Baptist Church 2929 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-792-3928 Calvary Baptist Church 28924 Ruus Rd., Hayward 510-589-9677 Chinese Independent Baptist Church 37365 Centralmont Pl., Fremont 510-796-0114 www.cibcfremont.org Christ Centered Missionary Baptist Church In the Broadmoor Community Church Bldg., 301 Dowling St., San Leandro Community Church of Hayward 26555 Gading Rd., Hayward 510-782-8593 Fairway Park Baptist Church 425 Gresel St., Hayward 510-471-0200 www.FPBC.org First Baptist Church of Newark 6320 Dairy Ave., Newark 510-793-4810 Heritage Baptist Church 2960 Merced St., San Leandro 510-357-7023 www.hbc.org Landmary Missionary Baptist Church 573 Bartlett Ave., Hayward 510-918-0663 www.LMBCHAYWARD.org Memorial Baptist Church 4467 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont 510/657-5522 www.bmaca.org/fremont2.html Mission Peak Baptist Church 41354 Roberts Ave., Fremont 510-656-5311 www.missionpeakbaptist.org Mission Way Baptist Church 38891 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 797-7689 New Hope Baptist Church 925 F St., Union City 510-487-7472 Palma Ceia Baptist Church 28605 Ruus Road, Hayward 510-786-2866 www.palmaceiachurch.org Park Victoria Baptist Church 875 S. Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas 408-263-9000 www.parkvictoria.com Pathway Community Church 4500 Thornton Ave., Fremont 510-797-7910 www.pathwaycommunity.info

PLACES OF WORSHIP

Resurrection Baptist Church 1221 Pacific Ave., San Leandro 510.363.3085 www.therbchurch.org Shiloh Baptist Church 22582 South Garden Ave., Hayward 510-783-4066 shilohbc @sbcglobal.net Warm Springs Church 111 E. Warren Ave., Fremont 510-657-4082 www.warmspringschurch.org

BUDDHIST Buddhanusorn Thai Temple 36054 Niles Blvd., Fremont 510-790-2294 Purple Lotus Temple 30139 Industrial Pkwy SW, Unit J&K, Hayward 510-489-8868 www.plbs.org/www.purplelotus.org So. Alameda County Buddhist Church 32975 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City 510-471-2581 www.sacbc.org

CATHOLIC Corpus Christi Church 37891 Second St., Fremont 510-790-3207 www.corpuschristifremont.org Holy Spirit Catholic Church 37588 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-797-1660 www.holyspiritfremont.org

Christ Community Church of Milpitas 1000 S. Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas 408-262-8000 www.cccmilpitas.org Christian Worship Center 241 So. Main St., Milpitas 408-263-0406 http://www.cwcsj.org Church of Christ 977 Grant Ave., San Lorenzo 510-276-4693 www.church-of-christ.org/slzca Church of Christ of Fremont 4300 Hanson Ave., Fremont 510--797-3695 www.fremontchurchofchrist.org Church of Christ – Hayward 22307 Montgomery St., Hayward 510-582-9830 www.haywardchurchofchrist.org Church of Christ South Hayward 320 Industrial Pkwy.,Hayward 510-581-3351 www.churchofchristhayward.com Discovery Fremont 38891 Mission Blvd. (@ Walnut), Fremont 510-797-7689 East Bay Christian Fellowship 1111 H Street, Union City 510-487-0605 www.ebcf.net Emmanuel Mission Church 5885 Smith Ave., Newark (510) 793-6332 www.cmalliance.org

Old Mission San Jose Church 43266 Mission Blvd., Fremont 510-657-1797

Family Bible Fellowship 37620 Filbert St., Newark 510-505-1735 www.fbfministries.org

Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish 41933 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-657-4043 www.guadalupe-parish.org

First Church of Christ Scientist 1351 Driscoll Rd., Fremont 510-656-8161

St Anne Catholic Church 32223 Cabello St., Union City (510) 471-7766

Fremont Asian Christian Church Meets Centerville Community Center 3355 Country Drive, Fremont 510-795-2828 www.fremontasianchristianchurch.org

St. Elizabeth Catholic Church 750 Sequoia Dr., Milpitas 408-262-8100 St. James the Apostle 34700 Fremont Blvd. (w. of Decoto Rd.), Fremont 510-792-1962 www.sjapostle.net St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish 279 S. Main St., Milpitas 408-262-2546 www.sjbparish.org

CHINESE CHRISTIAN Home of Christ Church 35479 Dumbarton Ct., Newark 510-742-6848 www.hoc6.org Silicon Valley Alliance Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-668-1989 www.svacnewark.org

CHRISTIAN Abundant Grace Community Church meets at SDA Church 32441, Pulaski Dr, Hayward (650)575-3345 http://www.abundantgcc.org/ Bay Area Dream Center 22100 Princeton St., Hayward Calvary Bible Church of Milpitas 1757 Houret Ct., Milpitas 408-262-4900 www.calvarybiblechurch.us Calvary Chapel Hayward 1244 B St., Hayward 510-396-0318 www.calvaryhayward.com Calvary Chapel San Leandro Marina Community Center 15301 Wicks Blvd San Leandro 510-421-3207 www.calvarysanleandro.com Cedar Blvd. Neighborhood Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-791-8555 www.cbnc.net Christ's Chosen Vessel Ministries International (Meets at Spring Valley Bible Church Building, 220 S. Main St. Milpitas (650) 834-3776

August 21 2012

Fremont Community Church 39700 Mission Blvd., Fremont 510-657-0123 www.gofcc.org Fremont Journey of Faith Church 39009 Cindy St., Fremont 510-793-2100 www.jof-fremont.com Good Shepherd South Asian Ministry MultiCultural Worship 4211 Carol Ave., Fremont 510-552-4476 gssam@sbcglobal.net.

Great Exchange Covenant Church Fremont (GRX) Sunday Services at Cabello Elementary School 4500 Cabello St., Union City www.grxfremont.org Hayward First Church of the Nazarene 26221 Gading Rd., Hayward 510-732-0777 Hillside Alliance Church 944 Central Blvd. Hayward (510) 889-1501 www.hillsidealliance.org Hope Lighthouse Foursquare church 36883 Niles Blvd., Fremont 510-796-0730 InRoads Christian Church 3111 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-657-0251 www.inroadschurch.com Jyoti Fellowship church Located in First Church of the Nazarene 26221 Gading Rd., Hayward 510-427-0491 Liberty Church International Veteran’s Bldg., 37154 Second St. (Fremont Niles) 510-324-1400 www.libertyvision.org Mount Olive Ministries 1989 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas 408-262-0506 www.mt-olive.org

New Covenant Evangelistic Christian Center 3801 Smith St., Union City 510-487-0886 New Life Community Church 39370 Civic Center Dr. #119 Fremont 510-432-9250 www.newlifeeastbay.org New Life Christian Fellowship 22360 Redwood Road Castro Valley, 510-582-2261 www.newlifebayarea.org New Life Church 4130 Technology Pl., Fremont 510-657-9191 Newlifechurchofsf.org Our Father’s House 42776 Albrae St., Fremont 510-796-1117 www.ourfathershousefremont.org Resonate Church Forest Park Elementary School 34400 Maybird Circle, Fremont 510-713-8703 www.resonatemovement.org Resonate Church at the Fremont Adult School 4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont San Lorenzo Japanese Christian Church 615 Lewelling Blvd., San Leandro 510-483-9455 www.slzjcc.org Solid Rock Church of God In Christ 5970 Thornton Ave., Newark 510-791-7625 www.solidrockcogic.org Tree of Life. Lord's Harvest Christian Church 4140 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-739-6133 www.living-tree.org WORD OF LIFE - A Foursquare Church 1675 Graham Ave., Newark 510-754-9438

CHRISTIAN (ESPANOL) Arbol de Vida 4140 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-790-2140 Iglesia Apostolica de Union City 33700 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City 510-489-0687 www.ucapostolic.org Iglesia Biblica El Faro 280 Mowry Ave., Fremont Estudio Bíblico 510-585-1701 lbfchurch.org Ministerios Cosecha "Fuente de Vida" 4360 Central Ave., Fremont (510) 573-1800 mcofremont@yahoo.com Mision Hispana Esperanza Viva 4673 Thornton Ave. Suite P, Fremont 510-754-5618 www.esperanzaviva.org

CHRISTIAN FILIPINO Christian Fellowship International Church (Meets in the Park Victoria Baptist Church bldg.)

875 S. Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas 408-386-2215 http://cficmilpitas.multiply.com/ Christ's Chosen Vessel Ministries International (Meets at Spring Valley Bible Church Building) 220 S. Main St., Milpitas 650-834-3776 Filipino-American Evangelical UCC Meets at: Fremont Community Center 40204 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont 510-487-3891 www.faeucc.org

CHRISTIAN INDONESIAN Graceful Christian Community Church At Immanuel Presbyterian Church 4333 Hansen Ave., Fremont 510-792-1831 www.gracefulcommunity.org Adonai Indonesian Christian Fellowship 2603 Quail Ct., Union City 510-475-5377

CHRISTIAN CHURCH (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont 510-793-5439

CHRISTIAN REFORMED Christ’s Community Church 25927 Kay Ave., Hayward 510-782-6010 ccchayward@sbcglobal.net

EPISCOPAL St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Terr., Fremont 510-797-1492 www.saintj.com Holy Cross Episcopal Church Heyer and Center St., Castro Valley 510 - 889-7233 www.holycrosscv.org

EVANGELICAL COVENANT South Bay Community Church 47385 Warm Springs Blvd., Fremont 510-490-9500 www.sobcc.org

EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH OF AMERICA Newark Community Church 37590 Sycamore St., Newark 510-796-7729 www.newarkcommunitychurch.org Asian Indian Church Ministries Meet at Newark Community Church 510-795-7770 www.asianindianchurchministries.org Bridges Community Church 505 Driscoll Road, Fremont 510-651-2030 www.bridgescc.org

HINDU TEMPLE

Light By The Mountain Church 606 H St., Union City 510-378-0159

Paramahamsa Nithyananda Meditation - Sundays 451 Los Coches St., Milpitas 510-813 6474 www.LifeBliss.org

Word International Ministries 35501 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-366-5995 www.wordinternational.com

Shreemaya Krishnadham 25 Corning Ave., Milpitas 408-586-0006 www.bayvp.org

August 21 2012 Vedic Dharma Samaj Hindu Temple and Cultural Center 3676 Delaware Dr., Fremont 510-659-0655 www.fremonttemple.org

JEWISH Congregation Shir Ami 4529 Malabar Ave., Castro Valley 510-537-1787 www.congshirami.org Temple Beth Torah 42000 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 510-656-7141 www.bethtorah-fremont.org

KOREAN NC HAN MA EUM KOREAN CHURCH 4500 Thornton Ave., Fremont 510-661-9079 www.j-church.org

LDS (MORMON) Bayside Ward 36400 Haley St., Newark 510-796-0914 Centerville Ward 38134 Temple Way, Fremont 510-797-1200 Central Park Ward 820 Walnut Ave., Fremont 510-795-6658 Fremont (Deaf) Branch 820 Walnut Ave., Fremont Glenmoor Ward 38134 Temple Way, Fremont 510-793-8060 Irvington Ward 510-656-8754 510-656-7522 (Foyers) Mission Peak Ward (English and Chinese) 48851 Green Valley Rd., Fremont 510-657-2156 510-623-7496 (Foyer) Newark (Spanish) Branch 36400 Haley St., Newark

LUTHERAN Christ the King Lutheran Church 1301 Mowry Ave., Fremont 510-797-3724 www.Ctkfremont.org Epiphany Lutheran Church ELCA 16248 Carolyn St., San Leandro 510-278-5133 www.eastbayepiphany.org Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 166 W. Harder Rd., Hayward Iglesia Luterana "El Buen Pastor" 510-782-0872 www.gslchayward.org Good Shepherd South Asian Ministry 4211 Carol Ave., Fremont 510-656-0900 www.gssam.org

WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE Holy Trinity Lutheran Church 38801 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-793-6285 www.holytrinityfremont.org

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Hope Lutheran Church 3800 Beard Rd., Fremont 510-793-8691 http://hopelutheranfremont.org/

Cathedral of Faith–Milpitas Service held at: Curtner Elementary School 275 Redwood Ave., Milpitas www.cathedraloffaith.org

Memorial Lutheran Chapel for the Deaf 874 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-276-3860

Central Church of Christ 38069 Martha Avenue, #100 Fremont 510-792-2858

Messiah Lutheran Church 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward WWW.messiahhayward.org 510-782-6727

Crossroads Church 41386 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-651-0301 www.crossroadsfremont.org

Oromo Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church 100 Hacienda Ave., San Lorenzo 510-276-7980 ollibuse@yahoo.com Our Savior Church & Preschool 858 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-657-3191 www.oslfremont.com

Prince of Peace Lutheran Church/School 38451 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-793-3366 www.popfremont.org St. Steven Lutheran Church 1046 Grove Way, Hayward 510-581-6637 www.ststephenclc.org

METHODIST African Methodist Episcopal Church 201 E St., Union City 510-489-7067 www.tricityame.org First Chinese United Methodist Church 2856 Washington Blvd.

Fremont (510) 490 – 0696 www.chinesemethodist.org First United Methodist Church 1183 B St., Hayward www.southhaywardumc.org First United Methodist Church 2950 Washington Blvd, Fremont 510-490-0200 www.fremont-methodist.org South Hayward UMC 628 Schafer Rd., Hayward (510) 780-9599 www.SoHayUMC.org St. Paul United Methodist 33350 Peace Terr., Fremont 510-429-3990 www.stpaulumcfremont.org VICTORY CENTER A.M.E. ZION CHURCH 33450 Ninth Street- Union City 510-429-8700

MUSLIM Islamic Society of East Bay 33330 Peace Terr., Fremont 510-429-4732 www.iseb.org

Grace Lutheran Church LCMS 1836 B St., Hayward 510-581-6620 Holy Redeemer Lutheran Church 35660 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-793-1911 office@hrlc-newark.org

Grace Church Fremont 36060 Fremont Blvd., Fremont 510-936-1423 www.gracechurchfremont.org Fremont Community Church 39700 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 657-0123 www.gofcc.org Mission Springs Community Church 48989 Milmont Dr., Fremont 510-490-0446 www.msccfremont.org Morning Star Church 36120 Ruschin Dr., Newark 510-676-1453 www.msconline.org New Birth Christian Ministry Center 3565 Arden Rd., Hayward 510-782-1937 Revelation Christian Fellowship 1670 Orchard Ave., San Leandro 510-352-4707 www.revelationcf.org True Jesus Church 1190 Davis St., San Leandro 510-522-2125 www.tjc.org Victory Outreach Fremont 40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 510-683-4660 info@vofremont.org

ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN St. Christina Orthodox Church 3612 Peralta Ave., Fremont 510-739-0908 www.stchristinaorthodox.org

PENTECOSTAL Glad Tidings Church of God in Christ 27689 Tyrrell Ave., Hayward 510-783-9377 www.gladtidingscogic.com Union City Apostolic Church 33700 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City 510-489-0687 www.ucapostolic.org

PRESBYTERIAN Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave., Fremont 510-793-3575 www.cpcfremont.org

First Presbyterian Church of Hayward 2490 Grove Way, Castro Valley (510) 581-6203 http://firstpreshayward.com First Presbyterian Church of Newark 35450 Newark Blvd., Newark 510-797-8811 www.newarkpres.org First Presbyterian Church San Leandro 180 Estudillo Ave., San Leandro 510-483-2772 FPCSanLeandro.org Immanuel Presbyterian Church of Fremont 4333 Hansen Ave., Fremont 510-494-8020 www.ipcf.net Irvington Presbyterian Church 4181 Irvington Ave. (corner Chapel & Irvington), Fremont 510-657-3133 New Bridges Presbyterian Church 26236 Adrian Ave., Hayward 510-786-9333 newbridgespresby@gmail.com

REFORMED CHURCH IN AMERICA New Hope Community Church 2190 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-739-0430 www.newhopefremont.org

RELIGIOUS SCIENCE Center For Spiritual LivingFremont 40155 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-656-9955 www.CSL-Fremont.org

SALVATION ARMY Hayward Citadel Corps 430 A St., Hayward 510- 581 - 6444 The Tri-Cities Corps 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark 510-793-6319 Korean Congregation Army 36700 Newark Blvd., Newark 510 - 793 - 6319

SEVENTH DAY ADVENTIST Community Seventh-Day Church 606 H St., Union City 510-429-8446 www.unioncity22.adventistchurchconnect.org/

SIKHISM Fremont Gurdwara 300 Gurdwara Rd., Fremont 510-790-0177 www.fremontgurdwara.org

UNITARIAN Mission Peak UU Congregation (meets at FUMC's Cole Hall) 2950 Washington Blvd., Fremont 510-252-1477 www.mpuuc.org

UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST Eden United Church of Christ 21455 Birch St. @ Grove Way, Hayward 510-582-9533 www.edenucc.com Filipino American United Church of Christ 4587 Peralta Blvd., Fremont 510-797-8408 filamucc@sbcglobal.net Fremont Congregational Church 38255 Blacow Rd., Fremont 510-793-3970 www.fremontucc.net Niles Congregational Church 255 H St., Fremont 510-797-0895 www.nccucc.org San Lorenzo Community Church 945 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo 510-276-4808 The Little Brown Church 141 Kilkare Rd., Sunol 925-862-2004 www.littlebrownchurchofsunol.org United Church of Hayward 30540 Mission Blvd.

Hayward (510) 471-4452 www.haywarducc.org

UNITY CHURCH Unity of Fremont 36600 Niles Blvd., Fremont at the First Christian Church 510-797-5234 www.unityoffremont.org

VIETNAMESE CHRISTIAN CHURCH Vietnamese Christian & Missionary Alliance Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark 510-623-9063 www.htnewark.org

East Bay Fil-Am Seventh Day Adventist Church 32441 Pulaski Dr., Hayward 510-324-1597 Fremont Chinese Seventh-Day Adventist Church 1301 Mowry, Fremont 415-585-4440 or 408-616-9535 Fremont Seventh-Day Adventist Church 225 Driscoll Rd., Fremont 510-384-0304 http://fremont.netadvantist.org Milpitas Adventist Center 1991 Landess Ave., Milpitas 408 726-5331 www.milpitas.netadventist.org

West Nile Virus found in Alameda County SUBMITTED BY ERIKA CASTILLO The Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District reported a dead bird that tested positive for West Nile Virus (WNV) on August 17, 2012.

This is the County’s first indication of active virus transmission this year.

The bird was an American Crow, picked up in the City of Livermore (Zip Code 94551), and was tested in house via RAMP test.

Since West Nile Virus is a mosquito-transmitted disease, controlling the mosquito population is paramount. District staff have been checking and treating all known sources in the area, including but not limited to storm drains, catch basins, and neglected swimming pools. “We predict that the Tri-Valley area, being the warmest part of the county, will be the focus of West Nile Virus infections this year. That has proven to be the case in the past” said District Manager John Rusmisel. “We need all residents of the county, especially those in the Tri-Valley area, to check

their own front and backyards for any standing water.”

Rusmisel said “Don’t wait until someone you know gets sick with West Nile Virus before taking steps to protect yourself from mosquitoes. Do it now! Use mosquito repellent containing either DEET, picaridin, IR3535, or oil of lemon eucalyptus and wear long sleeves and long pants when going outside; put screens on your windows and doors; get rid of any standing water in your backyard.”

Use the following list to protect yourself from mosquito bites: Drain all sources of standing water that can support mosquito breeding, and don’t overwater your lawn Avoid spending time outside when mosquitoes are most active, especially at dawn and the first two hours after sunset Apply insect repellent containing DEET, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus or Picaridin according to label instructions When outdoors, wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts (you can now buy

clothing with insect repellent built into the fabric) Repair or replace screens that have tears or holes.

Contact us if you are being bothered by mosquitoes or know of a potential mosquito breeding source.

Most people who become infected with WNV do not experience symptoms or become ill. Only about one out every 150 people infected with WNV may develop a more severe form of the illness. Adults over 50 years old and people with weakened immune systems are at increased risk of serious complications from WNV infection. Anyone who develops symptoms such as a high fever, confusion, muscle weakness, severe headaches or stiff neck should seek medical care immediately.

As part of an on-going surveillance program, the Alameda County Mosquito Abatement District is asking the public to report any wild birds, specifically crows, ravens, jays, magpies and birds of prey that have been dead less than 48 hours (and

show no signs of decomposition), to the California Department of Health Services. Their website address for reporting the dead birds is: www.westnile.ca.gov. They can also be reached by phone: 1(877)WNV-BIRD 1(877)968-2473.

Since horses are very susceptible to WNV, and the mortality rate for infected horses is exceptionally high, horse owners are advised to contact their veterinarians immediately about vaccinations.

To date this year in California WNV has been detected in 32 counties for a total of 23 human cases, 4 horses, 718 dead birds, 1,136 mosquito pools (pools are groups of ~50 mosquitoes tested together), 75 sentinel chicken flocks, and 2 squirrels. In 2011, California had 158 human cases of West Nile Virus including 9 fatalities.

The current surveillance program to monitor for WNV in California has been established by CDHS in collaboration with the University of California at Davis, California Department of Food and Agriculture, local mosquito

and vector control districts and other state and local agencies.

The public can access information about mosquitoes and West Nile Virus on our website: www.mosquitoes.org. Residents can also pick up mosquito-larvae eating fish at our District office from 7:30-4:30pm for their fish ponds, horse troughs, etc.

We are located in Hayward at 23187 Connecticut St. Our phone number is (510)783-7744.

For information concerning human West Nile Virus symptoms, prevention or testing please contact the Alameda County Public Health Department at (510) 267-8001.

For information regarding horses and WNV, contact the California Department of Food and Agriculture: Equine West Nile information line at 1(800) 268-7378 WNVirus@cdfa.ca.gov http://www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/ah/w nv_info.htm

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10 lines/$10/ 10 Weeks $50/Year Rotary Club of Niles We meet Thursdays at 12:15 p.m.

Washington Hospital West 2500 Mowry Ave. Conrad Anderson Auditorium, Fremont www.nilesrotary.org

(510) 739-1000

Rotary Club Mission San Jose Fridays at 12:15 p.m.

Papillon Restaurant 37296 Mission Blvd.

Fremont (510) 656-5056 Visit our club. See why we joined for business & fellowship and stayed to change the world.

We welcome new members

Kennedy High School Flea Market First Saturday Every Month Except January 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

All Spaces $20 For more info call 510-657-4070 x27150 bsterling@fremont.k12.ca.us 39999 Blacow Rd., Fremont

COME JOIN US FOR THE JEWISH NEW YEAR Services and programs for all ages.

High Holiday Season begins Sept 8th.

We welcome you to explore Temple Beth Torah, an inclusive Reform community.

For details, call us or visit web page www.bethtorah-fremont.org (510) 656-7141

Union City Football & Cheer League Season 2012 For more information call Colt Hotline (510) 441-8235 or Check our our website www.ucflcolts.org We are also looking for Cheer & Football Coaches

Country Club of Washington Township Women’s Club First Tuesday of each month at 1:00 p.m.

October through June St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Terrace (off Thornton Ave., Fremont) maryingold06@sbcglobal.net (510)656-2521

FREE FILMS AND PUBLIC DISCUSSIONS Screenings on the Second Saturday of each month except August 1:30pm, Niles Discovery Church 255 H Steet at 3rd 510-797-0895 www.TriCityPerspectives.org

Having trouble controlling the way you eat?

Today there is a solution.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 PM Centerville Presbyterian Church, Room E-204 4360 Central Ave., Fremont Teri M. 510-757-8214 www.foodaddicts.org Is Food a Problem for You? Overeaters Anonymous NO dues - NO fees - NO diets Monday 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

St. James Episcopal Church 37051 Cabrillo Ter, Fremont Saturday 10:30 a.m. - Noon 1st Presbyterian Church 35450 Newark Blvd, Newark southernalamedacountyoa.org

SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments) Domestic Violence Support Group (Drop In & FREE) Tue & Thur 7 pm – 9 pm Fri 9:15 am – 11 am 1900 Mowry, 4th Fl. Fremont Office (510) 574-2250 24/7 Hotline (510) 794-6055 www.save-dv.org

Friendship Force

Meditation, Buddhism

Quarterly meetings Homestays abroad Hosting visitors “Changing the way you see the world” www.ffsfba.org www.thefriendshipforce.org 510-794-6844

in Plain English 7-9pm Tuesdays except 8/14 36054 Niles Blvd.

650-556-6428 Meditation, discussion, Q&A with Ajahn Guna, American Buddhist monk in Ajahn Chah Thai Forest Tradition.

All are welcome. Free.

October 4,5,6, Thurday 10am-6pm Friday 10am-6pm Saturday 10am-5pm 1608 Via Sarita, San Lorenzo (Follow Signs on Bockman Road) Hundreds of Handmade Gifts for Giving and Keeping

Huge Side Walk Sale Saturday, Aug. 18 31010 Vallejo St. U City, EVERYTHING MUST GO...

5 Families Selling....New & Used Items...50%, 60%, and 80% off.....electronics, clothing, etc.

New Life Community Church "Transforming Lives" Worship Service: 4PM Sunday Community Group: 7PM Friday 39370 Civic Center Dr. #119 www.newlifeeastbay.org rwong@newlifeeastbay.org contact: 510-432-9250 A church for the Tri-City!

Caregivers of loved ones with Serious Mental Illness NAMI-Alameda County offers a free 12 week course beginning September 8th from 9:00 to 11:30 Union City. Registration required.

Call Peggy Rahman at 510-825-1564 e-mail nami-ac@mhaac.org http://nami-acnews.blogspot.com http://www.namialamedacounty.org

SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments)

League of Filipino American Veterans Annual Picnic Kennedy Park Hesperian Blvd., Hayward Sat., Sept 8 - 7am - 6pm Call Sam Manalo 510-565-4371 or Rober Gulen 510-429-0603

Sat. Oct. 6th - 10am-5pm Behind Mission San Jose Dominican Sisters Olive Grove Live Music - Food - Beer/Wine Special Olive Oil & Specialty Vendors - Food Demonstrations Arts & Craft - Kids Area - Prizes Drawings - Fun www.msjchamber.org

tims serving lengthy murder sentences to seek shorter ones if their attorneys had failed to invoke domestic violence as a defense.

Riverside County District Attorney Paul Zellerbach will decide whether to free her, schedule a hearing or do nothing, letting her life sentence stand. Zellerbach, who has until Sept. 18 to decide, declined comment.

Meanwhile, courts in Florida, California and elsewhere are beginning to examine yet another wrinkle of “extreme” sentences for juveniles: the “de facto” life sentence.

On Thursday, the California Supreme Court unanimously overturned a 110-year sentence of a 16-year-old gang member Rodrigo Caballero for attempted murder, ruling it was essentially an unconstitutional life sentence.

The court called on lawmakers to prohibit juvenile prison sentences for non-homicide crimes without a meaningful chance for parole.

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The “NO” List: • No commercial announcements, services or sales • No personal services (escort services, dating services, etc.)

• No sale items over $100 value • No automobile or real estate sales • No animal sales (nonprofit humane organization adoptions accepted) • No P.O. boxes unless physical address is verified

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Many question life sentences for juveniles pimp as a result of “intimate partner abuse,” a defense that has until now been limited to battered wives and girlfriends.

In court documents, Kruzan said her pimp, George Gilbert Howard, began wooing her when she was 11 with ice cream, roller skating outings and rides in his Cadillac. Along the way, Kruzan said Howard sexually assaulted her and coerced her to work the streets of Riverside in Southern California as a prostitute beginning when she was 13.

Kruzan said in her clemency application that when she entered the motel room that night in 1994, all “the fear, anger and panic from all of the past abuse exploded inside of me and I shot him.” Howard, 36, died of a neck wound.

Her lawyers are seeking a reduction of her first-degree murder conviction to manslaughter, which would mean her immediate release or a new trial. They contend her case should fall under a 2005 California law enabling domestic violence vic-

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widespread publicity in 2010 after Human Rights Watch posted a sixminute interview with her on YouTube that received 300,000 hits.

The year culminated with Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger commuting her sentence to 25-years-to-life with the possibility of parole on Dec. 31, 2010, his last full day in office. Schwarzenegger said he still considered her guilty of first-degree murder, but he sympathized with her defense that the man she killed had sexually abused her and served as her pimp for years.

“Given Ms. Kruzan's age at the time of the murder, and considering the significant abuse she suffered at his hands, I believe Ms. Kruzan's sentence is excessive,”the governor wrote in his commutation message, “it is apparent that Ms. Kruzan suffered significant abuse starting at a vulnerable age.”

Today, Kruzan is fighting for an even bigger reduction of her prison sentence, arguing she killed her

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HOME SALES REPORT CASTRO VALLEY | TOTAL SALES: 21 Highest $: 750,000 Median $: 465,000 Lowest $: 185,000 Average $: 458,452 ADDRESS

ZIP

4822 Audrey Drive 2438 Fox Ridge Drive 4508 Hillsborough Drive 2220 Jeffer Street 1867 Knox Street 18249 Lake Chabot Road 20551 Marshall Street 18437 Pepper Street 4845 Proctor Road 17485 Redwood Road 17605 Rockhurst Road 3740 Rosalee Court 3025 Sydney Way 4968 Vannoy Avenue 20261 West Ridge Court 20293 Woodbine Avenue 5627 Crow Canyon Road 20623 Glenwood Drive 7303 Longmont Loop 7336 Longmont Loop 20042 Rawhide Way

94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94546 94552 94552 94552 94552 94552

SOLD FOR BDS

454,000 595,000 750,000 220,000 410,000 465,000 339,000 255,000 528,500 358,000 600,000 510,000 320,000 528,000 475,000 185,000 700,000 590,000 575,000 455,000 315,000

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1458 2252 2891 1018 1428 2255 1600 1044 1402 1510 2634 1264 1176 1854 2165 1847 2188 1978 2251 1887 1350

1954 1995 1965 1948 1947 1976 1922 1973 1954 1952 1963 1955 1950 1954 2001 1949 1990 2000 2002 1986

07-13-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-12-12 07-12-12 07-13-12 07-17-12 07-11-12 07-12-12 07-12-12 07-17-12 07-12-12 07-16-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-16-12 07-17-12 07-11-12 07-17-12 07-13-12

FREMONT | TOTAL SALES: 34 Highest $: 1,600,000 Median $: Lowest $: 85,500 Average $: ADDRESS

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37956 Abraham Street 94536 37267 Ann Marie Terrace 94536 37720 Arlene Court 94536 2563 Bishop Avenue 94536 3429 Foxtail Terrace 94536 2220 Harrisburg Avenue 94536 294 Hirsch Terrace 94536 36732 Niles Boulevard 94536 1439 Peralta Boulevard 94536 35621 Purcell Place 94536 3171 Puttenham Way 94536 35558 Woodbridge Place 94536 40542 Blacow Road 94538 41627 Carol Common 94538 4021 Park Center Lane 94538 3695 Stevenson Boulevard #B13394538 3655 Wilmington Road 94538 44840 Camellia Drive 94539 43672 Ellsworth Street #1 94539 40883 Gaucho Way 94539 47144 Male Terrace #83 94539 44126 Paseo Padre Parkway 94539 820 Phoenix Court 94539 448 Pine Street 94539 48580 Spokane Road 94539 44241 Topaz Way 94539 1014 Whitmer Court 94539 34435 Benedick Lane 94555 3790 Bobwhite Terrace 94555 4332 Jessica Circle 94555 34674 Loreal Terrace #26 94555 34246 Northwind Terrace 94555

582,000 643,221

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SQFT

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CLOSED

722,500 350,000 510,000 685,000 85,500 639,500 282,000 440,000 551,000 520,000 584,500 631,000 441,000 488,000 582,000 136,000 540,000 602,000 660,000 1,435,000 285,000 1,600,000 1,210,000 895,000 700,000 1,025,000 1,410,000 555,000 460,000 655,000 337,000 636,000

2267 1558 2595 2246 421 1939 1016 1281 1785 1528 1942 1703 1316 1332 3368 723 1314 1134 1320 3829 894 4807 2830 2352 1639 2052 2966 1354 1853 1717 892 1544

1985 1988 1951 1986 1986 1979 1975 1947 1978 1967 1972 1967 1960 1994 1964 1991 1960 1961 1994 1990 1987 1999 1985 1969 1977 1988 1957 1987 1989 1980 1987 1988

07-13-12 07-12-12 07-12-12 07-17-12 07-11-12 07-12-12 07-12-12 07-17-12 07-12-12 07-13-12 07-12-12 07-12-12 07-17-12 07-12-12 07-11-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-13-12 07-17-12 07-13-12 07-12-12 07-16-12 07-13-12 07-12-12 07-11-12 07-12-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-12-12 07-17-12 07-13-12 07-11-12

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August 21 2012

WHAT’S HAPPENING’S TRI-CITY VOICE

Letter to the Editor

HOME SALES REPORT 2851 Sanderling Drive 5272 Tacoma Common

94555 94555

910,000 306,500

4 2

2883 952

HAYWARD | TOTAL SALES: 35 Highest $: 760,000 Median $: Lowest $: 103,000 Average $: ADDRESS

ZIP

21365 Birch Street 94541 2955 Blanding Court 94541 1841 Dahill Lane 94541 22724 Happyland Avenue 94541 2525 Jacobs Street 94541 705 Mesa Circle 94541 22557 Norwood Drive 94541 2736 Pickford Place 94541 424 Shirley Avenue 94541 339 Williams Way 94541 347 Williams Way 94541 2477 Creekside Court 94542 3058 Cromwell Place 94542 3412 Pinewood Drive 94542 2663 Spencer Lane 94542 25299 Spring Drive 94542 27068 Belvedere Court 94544 29157 Bowhill Road 94544 934 Cheryl Ann Circle #27 94544 24577 Diamond Ridge Drive 94544 29192 Dixon Street 94544 26034 Eastman Court 94544 366 Fairway Street 94544 945 Fletcher Lane #D335 94544 28179 Karn Drive 94544 32248 Payne Street 94544 30705 Prestwick Avenue 94544 32137 Seneca Street 94544 1150 Silver Maple Lane 94544 29591 Vanderbilt Street #208 94544 24163 Alberta Court 94545 2850 Breaker Circle 94545 25072 Copa Del Oro Drive #20494545 2401 Depot Road 94545 27501 Stromberg Court 94545

Highest $: Lowest $:

280,000 262,000 425,000 250,000 359,000 202,000 390,000 257,500 263,500 346,000 358,500 185,000 635,000 460,000 418,000 330,000 487,500 410,000 130,000 145,000 205,000 228,000 258,000 119,000 290,000 328,000 338,000 193,000 606,000 112,000 509,000 760,000 103,000 285,000 160,000

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111 Carnegie Drive 941 Del Rio Court 122 Edgewater Drive 300 Moretti Lane

95035 95035 95035 95035

SOLD FOR BDS

425,000 700,000 850,000 440,000

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39017 Alpine Street 6419 Broadway Avenue 5029 Chelsea Drive 6628 Dairy Avenue 7860 Hazelnut Drive 38912 Larkspur Street 36633 Munyan Street 36913 Newark Boulevard #D 6721 Normandy Drive 36696 Port Sailwood Drive 36496 Shelley Court 7801 Wells Avenue 35258 Wycombe Place

94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560 94560

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416,000 288,000 560,000 255,000 380,000 320,000 301,000 270,000 270,000 385,000 510,000 229,500 425,000

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285,000 316,800 BUILT

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2018 1092 1694 1152 1274 1174 1671 1220 1090 936 3243 1396 2038 1620 3168 2064 977 1150 1609 1086 1620 740 1335 1031 1430 820 2785 878 3100 3711 608 1502 1220

1964 1954 2002 1930 1953 2003 1952 1987 1951 1991 1960 1972 1985 1986 1963 1997 1979 1991 2006 1952 1955 1986 1981 1951 1955 1951 2000 1988 1978 2005 1986 1930 1970

07-12-12 07-13-12 07-17-12 07-17-12 07-12-12 07-11-12 07-17-12 07-12-12 07-16-12 07-16-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-17-12 07-17-12 07-12-12 07-11-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-13-12 07-12-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-17-12 07-12-12 07-17-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-12-12 07-11-12 07-16-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-12-12 07-11-12

440,000 603,750

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1154 2566 2697 1522

1955 1979 1993 1986

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NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 13 560,000 Median $: 229,500 Average $:

ADDRESS

1993 07-13-12 1989 07-12-12

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MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 04 850,000 Median $: 425,000 Average $:

ADDRESS

Highest $: Lowest $:

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320,000 354,577

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1372 1054 1707 850 1725 1025 1051 1330 1100 1930 1908 836 1407

1979 1954 1967 1946 1964 1963 1955 1987 1961 1975 1971 1946 1971

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SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES: 24 Highest $: 1,385,000 Median $: 310,000 Lowest $: 138,000 Average $: 358,542 ADDRESS

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727 Bancroft Avenue 275 Belleview Drive 1991 Cleveland Street 400 Davis Street #305 824 Evergreen Avenue 113 Rantoul Circle 1725 148th Avenue 1515 162nd Avenue 424 Bradrick Drive 455 Central Court 14835 East 14th Street #28 16610 Foothill Boulevard 16069 Gramercy Drive 833 Hollyhock Drive 14221 Ivy Court 2191 Placer Drive 14760 Saturn Drive 14775 Saturn Drive 2450 Yaffe Drive 1838 Arena Street 14003 Corvallis Street 1061 Devonshire Avenue 1627 Lanier Avenue 2313 Spinnaker Court

94577 94577 94577 94577 94577 94577 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94578 94579 94579 94579 94579 94579

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400,000 240,000 268,000 199,000 310,000 535,000 390,000 162,000 305,000 1,385,000 138,000 175,000 355,000 420,000 250,500 171,500 275,000 420,000 425,000 370,000 270,000 315,000 336,000 490,000

1645 1083 978 1468 1620 2972 2710 1080 1107 1560 958 1150 2192 1659 868 1501 1326 2616 2084 1169 1081 988 1154 2225

1936 1938 1944 1982 1945 1952 1945 1947 1953 1960 1997 2007 1950 1978 1942 1954 1963 1930 1957 1956 1951 1950 1957 2000

07-11-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-17-12 07-11-12 07-17-12 07-17-12 07-11-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-12-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-13-12 07-11-12 07-17-12 07-11-12 07-13-12 07-16-12 07-12-12 07-11-12 07-11-12 07-12-12

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SAN LORENZO | TOTAL SALES: 04 Highest $: 320,000 Median $: 310,000 Lowest $: 280,000 Average $: 305,000 ADDRESS

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718 Paseo Grande 16312 Ria Drive 147 Via Linares 1723 Via Lobos

94580 94580 94580 94580

SOLD FOR BDS

320,000 310,000 280,000 310,000

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1944 1950 1951 1955

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UNION CITY | TOTAL SALES: 15 Highest $: 652,000 Median $: Lowest $: 143,500 Average $: ADDRESS

1008 Boyle Street 4905 Bridgepointe Place 32251 Chechester Drive 34750 Chesapeake Drive 32441 Elizabeth Way 33774 Heartland Court 34899 Limestone Drive 4127 Polaris Avenue 3323 San Marco Court 34329 Sandburg Drive 1884 Serpentine Drive 32509 Shiela Way 4276 Solar Circle 32251 Valiant Way 110 Windflower Lane

ZIP

94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587 94587

SOLD FOR BDS

490,000 143,500 475,000 635,000 435,000 600,000 546,000 200,000 420,000 516,000 500,000 525,000 223,500 415,000 652,000

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490,000 451,733

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2442 888 1848 2320 1566 2521 1988 1390 1349 1881 2008 1480 1390 1805 2670

2004 1985 1979 2000 1972 1999 1997 1974 1977 2000 1999 1974 1973 1971 2001

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Freedom for North Koreans “Let the North Koreans go free!” This simple and yet powerful cry brings to attention the injustices that persist even today. For over three generations, the North Korean people have struggled and labored under the Stalinist dictatorship of the Kim-family regime. These people have been oppressed physically and psychologically and have been devoid of the most basic human rights: life, liberty, and conscience.

Martin Luther King Jr. once said, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” North Koreans are silently suffering against malnutrition and starvation daily. With limited hospitals, medicines, clean water, food, sanitation, and equipment, illnesses, such as tuberculosis, hepatitis, dyspepsia, appendicitis, and injuries to lower extremity, are prominent and often lead to premature death. For this reason, many North Koreans look beyond their country’s borders in hopes of a better life.

On July 9-12, 2012, I, and other youth from different states across the nation, advocated for North Korean freedom, calling upon U.S. representatives to support the North Korean Refugee/Orphan Adoption Act of 2011, the North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act, and the House Congress Resolution 109.

The North Korean Refugee/Orphan Adoption Act of 2011 develops a strategy to assist stateless refugee children from North Korean. It helps families in the United States, and international adoption agencies, to adopt North Korean children who have lost or destroyed documentations.

Thousands of North Korean children are threatened with starvation and disease daily. In addition, the North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act promotes human rights, delivery of humanitarian assistance, and refugee protection. It urges the US government in cooperation with foreign governments to allow the resettlement of North Korean refugees in the United States, radio broadcast in North Korea, and continue to support humanitarian assistance and human rights. House Congress Resolution 109 expresses that China should not repatriate North Korean refugees detained in China, but rather allow their resettlement in South Korea and other willing countries.

It is for these two acts and one resolution that I and other supporting youth from across the nation went to Washington D.C. to be the voice for the voiceless North Koreans. They need our help and our support.

Kara Yi, Fremont

Fremont Police Log cle started driving on the wrong side of the road. The pursuit was terminated on Central near Blacow. While officers were checking the area officers located the abandoned stolen vehicle that had crashed into a tree on Thornton near Dusterberry. Witnesses directed officers to the suspects who fled on foot and three females were taken into custody.

A Robbery occurred at 4303 Stevenson Blvd (Crestwood Manor Apts). The victim was approached in the parking lot by the suspect who tried to choke victim and took a pendant from her neck. Investigation by Officers Hanrahan and Chan.

Officers responded to a burglary in progress at 43555 Grimmer Blvd (Durham Green Apts).

Newark Police Log wallet, cell phone and I touch was taken.

August 15 Officer Bloom was detailed at 9:16 p.m. to a residence on the 6100 block of Moores Avenue on a report of a residential burglary. The victim’s home was broken into while they were on vacation.

The RP said there was an unknown suspect in their house.

The victim confronted the suspect in the house. The suspect brandished a knife prior to fleeing the residence. Arriving officers located the male juvenile and arrested him for burglary, possession of a dangerous weapon, possession of Cocaine, and brandishing a weapon. Officer Hamblin is investigating.

August 17 Residential Burglary occurred on Sandpiper Place. Investigation by CSO Escamilla.

Major injury collision occurred on Warm Springs and Warren. A motorcyclist was splitting lanes at a high rate of speed collided with a car changing lanes. The motorcycle rider

sustained major injuries and was transported to San Jose Regional Medical Center. Investigation by Traffic Officer Tran.

Officer Blass located a suspicious Volvo cruising around the Deep Creek area. Plate came back to a Toyota. The 57 year old male suspect was arrested for possessing a stolen vehicle. Investigators are following up on property located in the vehicle.

If you would like more information about criminal activity in your neighborhood, please visit www.crimereports.com. If you have information about one of the above listed incidents, please email us at fremontpolice@fremont.gov or send a tip by using one of our online tip programs www.fremontpolice.org/tip.

August 16 at 9:23 a.m., NPD units responded to 6187 Dairy Avenue to assist Alameda County Health Department (ACHD). ACHD believed that a clandestine laboratory may have been operated at the address. Further investigation revealed that the house was not being used as a lab however the occupants were stealing electricity from the neighbor’s house via extension cords. Officer Horst subsequently arrested Kim O’Toole of Newark for being under the influence of a controlled substance, a violation of

the Health and Safety (H&S) Code. Kim Brigman of Newark was contacted by Officer Revay and arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia. Brigman was later cite and released. O’Toole was transported and booked at Fremont Jail.

Any person with any information concerning these incidents can contact the non-emergency line at 510-5784237. Information can also be left anonymously on the “silent witness” hotline at 510-5784000, extension 500.

How to be a good witness Becoming a victim and/or witnessing a crime can be a traumatic experience. Should you become an unexpected victim or witness of a crime, you should immediately call 9-1-1. While you are waiting for the police to arrive and/or dispatch to ask you questions, try and write down or mentally take note of everything you remember about the suspect and the event.

In the event you don’t have a pen, you could also use your smart phone. Many phones have text and note features and some even have voice recorders. If you don't have a phone, find a stick, rock or piece of tanbark and draw in the dirt. All of these tools can be helpful when police arrive.

Everything you can remember is important for the identification and apprehension of the suspect(s). Here are a few questions police will ask you: • What is the suspect(s) description? Height, weight, build and the color/style of hair are all very helpful.

• What color and type of clothing and shoes was he/she wearing?

• Were there any unusual scars, tattoos, or logos on the suspect(s) clothing or hat?

• Have you ever seen this suspect before?

• Was there a vehicle involved? (color, make and model)?

• Do you remember any part or all of the license plate? (This is when that pen, phone, stick, rock or tanbark will come in extremely valuable to police!)

• Did the car have any damage and/or special markings?

• Which direction did the suspect flee?

• What exactly did the suspect(s) say prior to, during or after the incident?

• What exactly happened, step-by-step.

• Are there any witnesses in the area that could help with describing what occurred?

• Do you remember anything seeing anything suspicious before the incident occurred?

You can reduce your chance of becoming a victim by taking the following steps: • Don’t walk alone.

• Always walk confidently, directly and at a steady pace.

• Walk facing traffic when possible.

• Walk in busy, non-isolated areas where people are coming and going.

• Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times.

• Don’t present yourself as a target. Leave your expensive jewelry and watches at home.

• If you’re out after dark, make sure you travel in well lighted areas.

• Trust your instincts and when possible avoid groups of suspicious people walking towards you.

• If you feel you are being followed, head to an occupied house or business.

• Share these tips with your friends and family.

Be safe and always report suspicious non-urgent activity to the Fremont Police Department at 510790-6800 (option 3). If you believe that you are witnessing a crime, dial 9-1-1.

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September 16, 1930 – August 10, 2012 Resident of Union City Joe passed away peaceful at home at the age of 81. He is survived by his loving Wife Irene Wolfe-Schindler and his children James Powell, Shirley Fortney and Kathy Smith.

Joe will be remembered for his warmth, intellect, and his sense of humor. He served in the Army during World War 2 and received a Korean Service Medal and 2 Bronze Stars. A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, August 26, 2012 from 1-5 p.m. at the Tropics Club House in Union City.

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BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE Alameda County Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (510) 790-8096 For more information (510) 745-1477

Tuesday, August 21 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, August 22 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 Thursday, August 23 2:45 – 3:30 p.m. Independent School, 21201 Independent School Rd., Castro Valley 4:55 – 5:30 p.m. Falcon Dr. & Merganser Dr., Fremont

5:50 – 6:20 p.m. Creekside Village Apartments, 2999 Sequoia Terrace, Fremont Please note: there will be no Alameda County Bookmobile service from August 27-31.

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August 21 2012

BY ANNIE YU BART is currently in the process of constructing the Oakland Airport Connector (OAC) for passengers wanting fast, reliable transportation to and from the

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OAC project manager Tom Dunscombe estimates that the one-way OAC fare will be $4-$6. “It’s certainly a good amount of money, but it’s not an everyday commute,” he said. “So when you compare it to any other way to get to the air-

The OAC guideway is currently in the middle of construction.

The subway structure will allow OAC trains to travel underneath the intersection of Airport Access Road and Doolittle Drive.

Coliseum/Oakland Airport station and Oakland International Airport. Although currently AirBART shuttle is available, its travel and wait times are unstable due to unpredictable traffic congestion and large crowds on busy Coliseum event days.

The 3.2-mile-long OAC will replace the AirBART system with an automated train, elevated above normal traffic on Hegenberger Road. Passengers will be able to exit BART trains at the Coliseum/Oakland Airport station, walk upstairs and pass through a fare gate to catch the connector which will leave every four to five minutes and arrive within eight and a half minutes at the Oakland Airport. The Automated Guideway Transit system will include stations at the current Coliseum/Oakland Airport BART station and the other at the Oakland airport, with room for future construction of a stop near Doolittle Drive. Passengers leaving the airport board the connector and pass through a fare gate after they arrive at the Coliseum/Oakland airport BART station.

port, whether it’s taking a cab or driving and paying for [daily] parking, it’s going to be a lot less.”

The OAC concept has been explored since the 1970’s but construction has been

difficult to start. “Any of these big transit projects kind of take a minor miracle to happen,” Dunscombe said. “The business and the local community really needs to feel like it’s time and be behind it.”

The BART board adopted the project in March 2002 and awarded a contract in the fall of 2010. Construction began that November with soil investigations and the demolition of a BART-owned building for future OAC facilities. In 2011, the construction team conducted utility relocation work and began construction of a maintenance and storage facility, the OAC BART station and guideway foundation. They also began reconfiguration of Hegenberger Road for the guideway foundation and column structures.

This year the team has done more guideway foundation and column construction as well as road reconfiguration.

They are also currently working on building both stations, the maintenance facility, and tunnel and subway structures. The first 1,200 feet of the steel, six-mile-long guideway has already been placed on top of the columns.

The OAC Maintenance & Storage Facility, still under construction, will house drive machinery for the system as well as vehicle maintenance, system control and administrative facilities.

The team still has a lot of work to do on the vehicles, cables, central control room and equipment that will run the vehicles in an automated fashion. Much of the electrical, mechanical and system components are being designed and fabricated now. The team must also prepare for a safety certification process by the California Public Utilities Commission before opening for service in 2014.

The $484 million project went through a financial crisis in 2010 when federal transportation officials revoked $70 million of funding, saying that BART had failed to comply with proper procedures under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. However, Dunscombe says the flaws were in BART’s overall work and not in the OAC plan. “They used the deficiencies that BART claimed to have as a way of taking funding from the project,” he said.

“It was a highly unusual move… we [had] very close coordination with the FTA and it was a pretty stunning thing.”

Now, $378.4 million of funding is from private, local, state and federal grants; the other $105.7 million from debt; BART will issue bonds.

The OAC has created jobs for local people, should increase BART ridership and contribute to growth at the Oakland airport. According to BART spokesman Jim Allison, about 800,000 passengers a year use AirBART. The OAC will have a much greater capacity; 3.2 million passengers annually.

Dunscombe says he is excited about the OAC because he believes in transit. “I think what we should be doing is connecting our urban core centers with our major destinations,” he said. “We want to provide that opportunity [to] give the people like myself… every opportunity to leave our cars at home and get to these major destinations in a convenient way that, hopefully, will save them money and be a real asset to the Bay Area’s transit system.”

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Ms. High School America, Bianca Vierra, models one of Neha Verma’s designs.

SUBMITTED BY ARTHI RAO PHOTOS COURTESY OF NEHA AND RITAM VERMA After last year’s Sweet Sixteen success, Neha Verma decided to do it all over again. Her birthday party was like every girl’s dream party; but, there was one additional element that made it memorable and unique, not only for her and her guests, but also for patients at the Children’s Hospital & Research Center Oakland (CHO). It was a charity fashion show.

Last year’s successful “birthday” fashion event and community support inspired Verma to stage the fundraiser again. This year, on Sunday, August 26, models will showcase new designs by Verma on the runway. The event has been set to take place at Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute, in order to allow patients to be part of the audience.

The whole idea originally came about from her English class, after learning about “upstanders” (those who stand up for a cause or belief ). Verma realized that her sweet sixteen would be an opportunity to show that she could make a difference.

Her interest in fashion design, kindled by her grandmother and mother, could finally be put to use. Last year, she was able to put together a show which raised $9,000 for Children’s Hospital & Research Center Oakland.

As a volunteer at the hospital and an intern at the research department this year, Verma decided to organize the fundraiser again, with a few additions. This time she created many more opportunities for people to participate in the event, whether through singing, dancing, or modeling.

“I wanted to show more people that they have the talent and that they have something that they can offer,” says Verma.

As a high school student, factoring in the work of the show isn’t easy. Verma must design the outfits, then choose the fabrics and finally, send her designs to a tailor in India. Once the dresses are created, they are properly fitted to the models. Accessories must be finalized, and decorations prepared. After rehearsals, the show will be ready for its first and final public performance.

Along with help from the community, Verma gives special thanks to her family, the Alameda County Commission on the Status of Women Junior Commission, Ms. High School America Bianca Vierra, and Volunteer Director Ana Morales from Children’s Hospital & Research Center Oakland.

The charity fashion show will be held at Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute on Sunday, August 26, from 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. All are welcome to attend, but due to limited seat-

ing, RSVPs are requested through chocharityfashionshow.eventbrite.com. There is no ticket necessary to enter, but a donation of at least $25 is required at the door. For additional questions, please email nehajcfashionshow@live.com.

Neha Verma is the perfect example to show that there is no age limit when it comes to helping our community. No matter what form it may come in, there is always something that can be done to make a difference. This only goes to show that it is never too early to get involved, as stated by Mahatma Gandhi, “We must be the change we wish to see.”

Charity Fashion Show benefit Sunday, August 26 1 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Children’s Hospital Oakland Research Institute 5700 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland Info: nehajcfashionshow@live.com $25 donation at door with prior RSVP RSVP requested: chocharityfashionshow.eventbrite.com

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