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SUBMITTED BY DON EDWARDS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE Does science fascinate you? Do you want to make a difference and assist scientists, land managers and policy makers in decision making? Consider becoming a citizen scientist. The Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge has three projects you can get involved with, ranging from recording bird use on a re-vegetated trail, uploading photographs of King Tide events, to helping document effects of climate change. These projects are ideal for individuals who come to the refuge regularly to hike, and for families and school groups who want to make a difference and take part in the scientific process. Join in one, or all of the projects listed below. No experience necessary. Science of the Seasons Phenology is the term used to study seasons. At the Don Edwards Refuge, two monitoring areas (Alviso continued on page 17
BY JESSICA NOËL FLOHR The cool, crisp days of fall are quickly slipping away into winter. It’s time to bundle up and gather around the fireplace! Holiday shopping is well under way, and Hanukkah has already come and gone. Candy canes, lights, evergreens, and ornaments decorate shop windows and street lamps. What is it that makes this time of year so special? Some of the ancient holiday stories are familiar. The baby born in a manger, given gifts by kings, is one we’ve all heard. The miracle of one
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day’s oil lasting eight days in the temple is also a treasured favorite. But is there something even more ancient than these? Long before the baby from Bethlehem, even before the oil in the temple, seasonal celebrations marked a turning point of the year. Pre-Christian peoples acknowledged seasonal change with festivals full of light, feasting, dancing, and song. Many symbols of these ancient festivals were adapted into newer stories and celebrations. continued on page 11
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The Newark Symphonic Winds returns for it annual Christmas Holiday Concert Saturday, December 21st at Newark Memorial High School Theatre. A rollicking good time for all, many in the Tri-City community mark their calendars for this event as a seasonal favorite. Find out what many already know; this is the best free musical review of the holidays. Attendees will enjoy the new theatre seats as they listen to contemporary and traditional holiday music. As always, the free concert begins at 7 p.m. sharp; there is no admission charge (donations are welcome). Come a bit early to assure a good seat, as a “full house” is anticipated. For chil-
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dren, grandchildren and the young at heart, there will be a performance of “The Night Before Christmas” just prior to intermission in case the little ones have to catch an early bedtime. It is rumored that Santa and Mrs. Claus will make an appearance right after “The Night Before Christmas,” and elves will prepare a tasty smorgasbord of intermission goodies for sale. This concert is sponsored by Fremont Bank Foundation. Christmas Concert Saturday, Dec 21 7 p.m. Newark Memorial High School 39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark www.newarksymphonic.org Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Subscribe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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he holiday season, from Thanksgiving through New Year’s, is the hardest time of the year for people to manage their weight. Holiday parties, family dinners, lunches out during shopping excursions, bowls of candy, and plates of cookies available at every turn can make it difficult to maintain a healthy diet. Lots of tasty, appealing food abounds at most parties and office gatherings. By the end of the season, all those festive moments and celebrations can easily lead to a notch or two adjustment of the belt. And, once the resolve to lose those pounds surfaces in January, it is much more difficult to do than anticipated. The danger comes when people don’t lose those extra pounds gained during the holidays. Over the years, the weight keeps building up and often leads to high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, and other problematic health issues. Kimberlee Alvari, registered dietitian and director of food and nutrition services at Washington Hospital, suggests a few smart strategies for the holidays. Keep these tips in mind to maintain a healthy weight this holiday season. • Smart Step #1: Keep moving so the pounds can’t catch up. Sneak in a little extra physical activity, and definitely don’t skip planned exercise. This will burn off the additional calories and produce the beneficial stress-reducing effects of exercise. • Smart Step #2: Limit treats to one small serving a day during the holiday season, such as a cookie or piece of candy. Remember, it may be necessary to increase exercise or reduce total caloric intake based
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on the circumstances. Also, skipping a treat one day does not mean it’s okay to overdo it the next day… keep the treats to just one per day. • Smart Step #3: Be a “mindful eater,” especially at parties. Do not to go to a party hungry. Take a smaller plate and load it with plenty of fruits and veggies. Pay attention to every bite and take a second look at it. The visual connection will allow you to keep a mental checklist of how much you are eating. • Smart Step #4: Control temptation by keeping treats out of sight, not on your desk or in places you frequent. • Smart Step #5: Don’t skip meals to “make room” for food later. Skipping meals earlier in the day usually leads to over consumption of calories later. Be sure to eat when you are hungry and stop when you are satisfied, not stuffed. Here’s just one example of a healthy holiday recipe that you can make:
Green Bean Casserole • 1 1/2 pounds green beans, trimmed and halved crosswise • 2 tablespoons olive oil Click to see savings • 3 cups chopped sweet onion • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme • 8 ounces shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced • 1 (8-ounce) package pre-sliced button mushrooms • 1/3 cup Madeira wine or dry sherry • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Kimberlee Alvari, registered dietitian and director of food and nutrition services at Washington Hospital, suggests that you keep moving so the pounds can’t catch up, limit treats to one small serving a day, be a “mindful eater,” control temptation by keeping treats out of sight, and not skip meals to “make room” for food later.
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour Click to see savings • 1 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth Click to see savings • 1 cup (about 2 ounces) canned fried onions (such as French’s) Click to see savings • 1/2 cup (2 ounces) grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Preparation 1. Preheat oven to 425°. 2. Place beans into a large saucepan of boiling water; cook 4 minutes. Drain and rinse with cold water; drain well. Place beans in a large bowl; set aside. 3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add onion and thyme to pan; sauté 4 minutes or until onion is tender, stirring occasionally. Add mushrooms; sauté 10 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates, stirring frequently. Stir in wine, salt, and pepper; cook 2 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates. Stir in flour; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually stir in chicken broth; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly. Add mushroom mixture to green beans; toss well. Place green bean mixture in a 2-quart glass or ceramic baking dish. Combine fried onions and grated cheese in a small bowl.Top green bean mixture evenly with fried onion mixture. Bake at 425° for 17 minutes or until top is lightly browned. Source: David Bonom, Cooking Light
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Living Well with Diabetes: Overcoming Challenges
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Lunch and Learn: Healthy Holiday Cookies (New)
Arthritis: Do I Have One of 100 Types?
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handrika Patel had always been the picture of health. The only time the 56-year-old pharmacist had ever been in the hospital was for the birth of her daughter. Two years ago, however, she began experiencing sporadic pain in her left leg. She thought the pain was probably the result of standing so much while she worked at the pharmacy or from moving improperly. “I was treating the pain with analgesics and anti-inflammatory medications,” Patel explained. “Then last December, the pain became more acute, and it was unbearable. If I moved in a particular way, I would get shocking pains. I couldn’t even lie down or move. The only time I could bear it was when I was standing.” Mrs. Patel consulted her regular physician, Dr. Ranjana Sharma, a family medicine specialist with the Washington Township Medical Foundation. Dr. Sharma ordered an MRI and referred Mrs. Patel to Dr. Eldan Eichbaum, a neurosurgeon and member of the medical staff at Washington Hospital’s Minimally Invasive Spine Program. “The MRI showed a large mass in the lower back – the lumbar section of the spine,” recounted Dr. Eichbaum. “The mass was a part solid, part liquid cystic lesion, and it appeared to be consistent with a non-malignant tumor. The tumor was causing severe nerve compression that produced her leg pain. In Mrs. Patel’s case, the tumor was a nerve sheath tumor – called a schwannoma – inside the spinal canal. It was already quite large – over 15 millimeters in diameter- and filled the entire spinal canal when she came to see us. If the
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tumor continued to grow, it could have resulted in even more serious problems, such as incontinence, weakness in the leg or perhaps even paralysis.” At her first appointment on January 3, Dr. Eichbaum explained the possible consequences of not removing the tumor to Mrs. Patel. “He also explained the possible adverse consequences of surgery,” she noted. “But the risks associated with not having surgery were greater than the surgical risks, and Dr. Eichbaum said it would be better to do the surgery before the tumor grew even larger. He also assured me that Washington Hospital was a really good facility for performing the surgery, and since I live in Union City, I was glad I could have the surgery close to home.” Before performing surgery, Dr. Eichbaum ordered a brain and spine MRI to rule out other possible tumor sites. Then, during the surgery on January 17, he removed the tumor and sent it for a pathology assessment to determine whether or not it was cancerous. He also performed spinal fusion of her vertebrae from L-3 to L-5 to stabilize her spine. (The lumbar region of the back contains five vertebrae, from L-1 to L-5.) Finally, two titanium rods and fives screws were inserted into Mrs. Patel’s back, using very narrow diameter screws because of her small body size and narrow bones. “In this type of case, we needed to get the tumor out, regardless of whether it was cancerous or benign,” Dr. Eichbaum said. “Fortunately, the tumor was successfully removed, and it was not malignant.” Despite the lengthy and complicated surgery, recovery was quick, with only a
Hodgkin’s lymphoma and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma are cancers of the lymphatic system, which is part of the body’s immune system. According to the American Cancer Society, about 9,300 cases of Hodgkin’s lymphoma occur in the U.S. each year. Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma is far more common, with about 69,700 cases diagnosed each year, accounting for about four percent of all cancers.
Vandana B. Sharma, M.D., Ph.D., says that, in most cases, lymphomas are curable.
“The good news is, in most cases, lymphomas are curable,” said Vandana B. Sharma, M.D., Ph.D., a medical oncologist and medical director of the Cancer Genetics Program at Washington Hospital. “Lymphomas start in cells called lymphocytes – a type of white blood cell,” Dr. Sharma explained. “The lymphatic system is like a highway with ‘rest stops’ called lymph nodes along the highway. These nodes become swollen as the white blood cells that help the body fight infections stop at the nodes. But a person can also develop swollen lymph nodes if the lymphocytes become cancerous and grow abnormally. A diagnosis of lymphoma may be suspected when a person has swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpit or groin in the absence of infection.” continued on page 9
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Thanks to new surgery suite technology at Washington Hospital, neurosurgeon Dr. Eldan Eichbaum is performing advanced minimally invasive spine surgery that is helping patients recover faster and get back to their daily routines.
couple of days spent confined to bed in the hospital. On the third day, Mrs. Patel could sit up at a 45-degree angle. She began walking on the fourth day and worked with a physical therapist on the fifth day, just prior to being discharged from the hospital. “While I was in the hospital, the nurses all looked after me and were very good,” Mrs. Patel said. “I was lucky to have the same nurses for most of my stay. They were very kind and responded promptly whenever I needed help. It was actually a very pleasant experience, although I don’t want to go back any time soon.” Once Mrs. Patel returned home, her mother traveled from Dallas to help care for her for about five weeks. The hospital also arranged for a physical therapist to work with her at home. “My body heals fairly quickly, and the fact that I’ve always been healthy probably helped my recovery,” she added. “Plus, I’ve always maintained a positive attitude, and I was determined to get back to work. The physical therapist was wonderful, and I was so delighted to go outside for a walk within two weeks of surgery.” The switch from using a walker to walking with only a cane for support came after about six sessions with the physical therapist. She wore a specially designed body brace for about three months and
was back at work within five months. “I needed to avoid lifting heavy objects and twisting or turning awkwardly,” she stated. “I also took more breaks at work to sit and rest, but my workplace was very accommodating, and my co-workers have been a great help.” Mrs. Patel also credits Dr. Eichbaum’s care coordinator, Judy Komenovich, with making her recovery easier. “Judy always swiftly returned my calls with answers to all my questions,” she said. “It makes a big difference to have someone handle all those details. I have been planning a trip to Dallas to visit my mother, and Judy even helped me obtain a letter explaining the titanium rods in my back, so I can go through airport security with ease,” she continued. Overall, Mrs. Patel’s experience with Washington Hospital’s Minimally Invasive Spine Program was positive. “I want other people to know that there is hope when you face a situation like I did,” she added. “I’ve heard of people who had to undergo repeat surgeries or who had complications with conditions like mine. I was very, very fortunate to find Dr. Eichbaum. He’s an awesome doctor, and I’ve told him I had a lucky star over my head when I found him.” To learn more about the Minimally Invasive Spine Program at Washington Hospital, visit www.whhs.com/neuroscience/spine.
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Auto Review
Buick Enclave: the big Buick is no longer a sedan BY STEVE SCHAEFER
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uel injection systems rely heavily on information gathered about the motor’s current operating conditions in order to calculate the correct fuel mixture to optimize both power and fuel economy. So, it is understandable that a vacuum leak can disrupt the engine computer’s ability to get the information it needs to run correctly. Instead, a vacuum leak may force it to run a “rich” mixture as a means of protecting it from running “lean,” which may lead to engine damage caused by predetonation. As a result of unmetered air entering the engine and upsetting the fuel/air ratio, drivers are most likely to notice fluctuations in the idle and little effect at high speed. This rather
Buick has built its reputation on producing and selling some large, fine and fancy sedans. With
mpg during a week in my Cyber Gray Metallic test car. Green numbers are a mid-pack 6 for Smog and 4 for Greenhouse Gas. My tester had an old-fash-
subtle symptom should not be ignored. Fixing a vacuum leak is usually a small and inexpensive repair, especially when compared to replacing or rebuilding an entire engine. But the symptoms are subtle and you might miss them in the hustle and bustle of your everyday life. At BAY STAR AUTO CARE, our friendly technicians can provide the regularly scheduled care that can catch a vacuum problem before it damages your engine. Give us a call today for an appointment. HINT: A vacuum leak can typically be traced to a loose vacuum fitting, a ruptured vacuum line, a broken connector, or a faulty intake manifold.
Gary Singh is the owner of Bay Star Auto Care at 1275 Atlantic St. near Western Ave., here in Union City. Phone: 489-3331
Over the past 21 years, Steve Schaefer has tested more than 1,000 cars and published a weekly story on every one. As a teenager, he visited car dealers’ back lots to catch a glimpse of the new models as they first rolled off the transporter. He is a founding member of the Western Automotive Journalists. Contact Steve at sdsauto@sbcglobal.net.
all the changes in the auto industry, Buick has found itself marketing a likeable and capable crossover SUV in 2013, which may be the best thing they sell today. The public has become enthusiastic over crossover SUVS, the ones built on car-style unibody platforms. Unlike the truck-based pioneers of this body style, these new models are simply bigger, taller cars. So, why not have a Buick SUV with all the trimmings? There’s no mistaking that this is a Buick. The redesigned grille is as toothy and shiny as the one gracing the 1953’s. Even inside, there is more chrome trim than you’ll find on any Chevrolet, including the brand logo on the steering wheel, the clock, the knobs, vents and panel edges. The gently curving instrument panel has five chrome rings that contain a 140-mph speedometer and a tachometer with no visible redline. My tester featured full instrumentation, including oil pressure and temperature gauges — not just a set of lights. I was surprised at the strange pattern on the artificial wood trim in the cabin and by the sticky feeling of the plastic around the interior door handles, but otherwise, the trappings inside seem quite elegant. The Enclave is a two-and-ahalf-ton, three-row family vehicle, powered by a robust 3.6-liter V6 engine. It generates 288 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque, which makes it quick to respond. Properly equipped, the Enclave can tow up to 4,500 pounds. My tester had optional all-wheel drive, which aids in poor weather and surface conditions, but is not an invitation to take the Enclave over rough offroad terrain. The EPA gives the AWD Enclave 18 mpg as the Combined fuel economy number (16 City, 22 Highway). Front-wheel-drive models are rated 17/24. I averaged 16.1
ioned real key — not just one of those blobs of plastic that start the car by being nearby when you press the Start button. You have to insert it into a keyhole on the steering column and turn. Another old-fashioned item is the gear selector area, which somehow channels the “moderne” look of the 1930s. You’d have to see it to know what I mean. But to make it a car of today, there’s a thin strip of LEDs that runs over the door tops and around the dashboard below the windshield. At night, it emphasizes the dramatic, sweeping lines. Of course, safety abounds here. There is the industry’s first front center airbag, which can protect passengers from crashes to the opposite side of the car. Also, the Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning get your attention when you may be heading toward a collision. I found the former to be a bit quick to flash, but I didn’t run into anybody. The premium 10-speaker Bose sound system made my extended commutes much more bearable. And, for rear passengers, there was an overhead fold-down display and two sets of earphones (hidden in the center console) for shortening the experience on long-distance trips. New for 2014 is text message support and XM Tune Select. With text message support, you are alerted to new messages and
can view and respond to them (legally) through the features of your smart phone. XM Tune Select lets you create alerts for favorite songs or artists (available only on Enclaves with a Navigation system). There’s no shortage of space in the Enclave. Depending on whether the middle row of seats is two buckets or a bench, the car holds seven or eight passengers. There is more than 23 cubic feet of room behind the third row of seats, and if you fold the second and third rows down, there’s more than 115 cubic feet. Buick reminds you that that beats several luxury crossover competitors. Of course, there’s all the stuff you expect here, including heated and cooled seats (with eight way power adjustment for both front seat passengers). There’s a power liftgate and a rearview camera system. The sunroof takes up almost the entire roof. And Buick’s IntelliLink radio touch screens let you hook up numerous wireless devices. Prices start at $39,665, including shipping. The Premium, all-wheel-drive model like my tester begins at $48,165. I grew comfortable with the Enclave over my test period. The ride was firm but not harsh, certainly not like a land yacht. The features worked well and the car delivered what its looks promised. Although I don’t need a car this large with my small family, I began to see why someone might want one.
Goodbye to Bob’s Giant Burger? SUBMITTED BY CHRIS AND ALICE CAVETTE The Connolly Center on Fremont Boulevard, including the popular Bob’s Giant Burger, could be torn down and replaced with three and four-story condominiums and townhouses if the Fremont City Council approves a proposal by Warmington Residential developers. Bob’s Giant Burger has been in this location since 1961 and is considered by many people to be an Irvington landmark. Connolly’s Furniture and Conklin Brothers Floor Coverings have occupied this site since the late 1940s. Several other businesses would also be affected. In order to proceed, the developer proposes to have the land use designation changed from commercial to residential. The project would then require both further review and approval of an amendment to the General Plan before work could begin. Opponents point out that businesses on the property are doing well, and the center is a good commercial location that continues
to serve the community. They feel that any future plans should retain existing businesses rather than tear them down. The Fremont City Council will vote on the land use proposal on Tuesday, December 17. Members of the public are invited to attend and express their views. The public may also email comments to Joel Pullen in the City of Fremont Planning Department at jpullen@fremont.gov. Connolly property land use decision Tuesday, Dec. 17 7 p.m. Fremont City Council 3300 Capitol Ave, Fremont
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BY KATHLEEN HANNON, TEEN SERVICES, NEWARK LIBRARY Are you all ready for the Holidays? Well, if you are like many of us your answer is probably no. However, in the midst of all the stress of getting presents, baking sweet confections, and hanging up those bright colorful decorations, perhaps you can take a quiet moment and enjoy the gift of children’s imaginations. The Newark Library started the Summer Reading Buddies program in 2006 in response to customers’ requests for assistance in maintaining their children’s reading levels during the summer months. The program, which has become increasingly popular, consists of high school volunteers listening to students in grades one through five read for about twenty minutes, and then asking the students questions about the chosen material. On the last day of the program I played a game with the students in which they told me a story. Below are four stories the students created in response to the starting phrase “Once upon a time.” Michael and the Mouse By Summer Reading Buddies - Group One (3:00 p.m. -3:30 p.m.) Once upon a time there was a dinosaur that was afraid of mice. The dinosaur wanted to eat the mice. He tried to chase the mice, but he was scared. The dinosaur’s name was Michael. The mice tried to eat the dinosaur. There were 105 mice. Would the mice eat Michael or would Michael eat the mice? They began to fight. Michael began to chase the mice, but then they both got tired. The End. An Adventure By Summer Reading Buddies - Group Two (3:30 p.m. -4:00 p.m.) Once upon a time I flew 93 million miles away from the earth and jumped off an airplane. I used my parachute, and got on another airplane. I jumped off the second airplane into a pool, and started swimming. I started to run out of air. A shark ate me, and I ended up in the shark’s tummy. I met a live scientist in the shark’s tummy experimenting with the shark’s lungs.
Then the earth and the sun exploded. The End. Tom, the Dog By Summer Reading Buddies - Group Three (4:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m.) One morning it was sunny, and a dog wandered on the driveway. Tom, the dog, was a German shepherd looking for a bone. He found a bone in the dirt. He also found a toy dog. Tom brought the bone and the toy dog into the house. Tom’s owner got mad because Tom, the bone and the toy dog were muddy. Then Tom got very hungry. He saw a sandwich on the table, and ate it. He really liked the ham sandwich. Tom’s owner was mad, and made him go outside. And that Tom found another bone, and it started all over again. The End.
A Romance By Summer Reading Buddies - Group Four (4:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.) Once upon a time there was a boy named Chris and a girl named Aleesa. They were in love. They went to a horror movie together. The movie was about a couple named Chris and Alyssa. In the movie Chris and Alyssa were frightened by the nightmares they had. The nightmares were about ghosts, zombies and skeletons. There was also a demon. The monsters died in the movie. After the movie, Chris and Aleesa went out for an ice cream cone. Chris got vanilla ice cream and Aleesa got chocolate. Then they walked back home. The End. A special thanks to Alyssa Suba, from Moreau Catholic High School, a Summer Reading Buddy volunteer who transcribed the creative contributions from the students as they said them. The Reading Buddies program at the Newark Library begins again in January. The program is still in need of high school volunteers. Please contact Chien-Chun Chang the Newark Library’s Children’s Librarian by phone (510) 795-2627 ext. 23 or by email: cchang@aclibrary.org. The Alameda County Library wishes you and your loved ones a very happy and peaceful holiday season.
Technical education is available close to home SUBMITTED BY ALLISON ALDINGER Starting a career, switching a career, or just wanting to learn something new? The New Year is a great time to look into your education options. Mission Valley ROP (MVROP) is a provider of career technical training for high-tech, high demand professions. In existence for over forty years, MVROP has been instrumental in preparing students for successful business, medical, and technical careers. Operating under a partnership with the Fremont, New Haven, and Newark Unified School Districts, nearly 4,000 students (adult and high school) participate each year in MVROP’s exemplary Career Technical Education (CTE) programs. Upon successful completion of MVROP courses and programs, each student will demonstrate: workplace basic skills and behav-
iors, career technical skills, and job employment skills. Mission Valley ROP provides a leadership role in improving and enhancing Career Technical Education programs in local high schools and the community by offering over 100 sections in nine career pathway areas of study. The nine pathways consist of: Arts, Media, and Entertainment; Building and Construction Trades; Engineering and Architecture; Health Science and Medical Technology; Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation; Information and Communication Technologies; Marketing, Sales, and Service; Public Services; and Transportation. Mission Valley ROP believes in one common objective: inspiring and enabling its students to reach their full potential. For more information about Mission Valley ROP go to www.mvrop.org or call (510) 657-1865.
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Friday, December 6 The large car show crowd returned to Pacific Commons and was over 1,000 strong. The majority of the people and vehicles were on the private property where In N Out and Costco are located. FPD Dispatch received several calls from Costco management about the disturbance the crowd was causing. Several officers responded to the area to keep the peace. At midnight, officers shut down the event without incident. Traffic Unit Sergeants are following up with the property owners. Officers responded to the ECHO Lounge in Ardenwood for a fight where three males were hit in the head with bottles. The victims each had head injuries and there was a lot of blood at the scene; however, none of the injuries were serious. Two suspects were described by witnesses as being Asian males (nothing further). The establishment is not allowed to serve, furnish or allow patrons to bring in alcohol. Officers found evidence of beer bottles and alcohol throughout the establishment. Officer Madsen is the case agent and he is forwarding the assault with a deadly weapon case to detectives for follow-up. Officers are also sending a copy of the report to Code Enforcement for follow-up related to violations of the establishments Conditional Use Permit. Saturday, December 7 Shortly after 9 a.m. officers responded to a residential burglary report on the 40200 block of Grimmer Blvd. At approximately 1 a.m. the home owner returned home to find his garage open and a suspicious vehicle out front. The homeowner does not believe anything was taken, but wanted to report it due to the suspicious activity and in case other similar incidents had been reported in the neighborhood. Suspect #1: Unknown race female with long dark/wavy hair, wearing a red plaid jacket, approximately 5’6” and an average build. Suspect #2: Driver of the suspect vehicle. No description for this suspect. Suspect vehicle: Older model 1989-1991 red/maroon Honda Accord. First character in the license plate is the number 5. Officers responded to the 3800 block of Darwin Dr. to take a stolen vehicle report. A gray 1996 Honda Accord 4-door, bearing license plates 5VLU563 was stolen between 3 p.m. on 12/6/13 and 10 a.m. on 12/7/13. At 11p.m., Sgt. Fowlie was driving by 4222 Central Ave and could see smoke. He discovered a dumpster on fire in the rear parking lot. Fremont Fire responded and put out the fire. At approximately 12:30 a.m. Officers were dispatched to a fight at the Saddle Rack. Security had called after separating two males who had been in a fight. Officer Piol investigated and accepted a citizen’s arrest of a 27 year old adult male, Newark resident, for battery. The second man had facial injuries consistent with the fight, but they were not serious. The suspect was booked into Santa Rita. Sunday, December 8 Officers responded to a residential burglary on the 38600 block of Cherry Ln. The reporting party stated that the burglary had occurred sometime over the last couple of days. Officers were not able to locate the point of entry, but a snowboard with bindings and boots, a fruit and veggie juicer, and an electric screw-
driver were missing from the home. The female victim had just finished shopping at FoodMaxx, when she was approached near her vehicle in the parking lot by a suspect who was on his phone. The suspect reached for the chain around her neck and ripped it off, leaving a 5” red mark and scratch on her neck. The suspect is described as a black male adult, 6’01”, thin build and he fled in a grey 2-door coupe with paper plates. Officer Valdes is investigating. Monday, December 9 Employees at the Goodwill store on Mowry Ave. arrived at work only to find that their front window had been shot out. Officer Harvey investigated the incident. CSO Baca investigated a vehicle theft report where a company van (White Ford Econoline van) was taken from the 38900 block of Blacow Rd. A hit and run collision occurred at Walnut and Liberty. The suspect fled the scene and was followed by a City employee who was able to give a good description of the vehicle to officers. The employee stopped following and Officer Huiskens spotted the suspect vehicle at Stevenson and Davis where she conducted an enforcement stop. The male was positively identified and he was arrested and booked at Santa Rita. At approximately 7:20 p.m. officers responded to a family fight on Baine Ave. The suspect, later identified as a 35 year old adult male, had attacked a female in the residence and fled the scene on foot. Officers were unable to locate him. At approximately 7:45 p.m., we received multiple 9-1-1 calls that the man had returned and was trying to break down the door. Officers responded and the suspect fled again, but this time officers spotted him. He started fighting with officers and after a brief struggle, officers were able to detain him. The suspect had been drinking and continued to be belligerent. The suspect had to be wrapped and was direct booked at Santa Rita. One officer was treated at a local hospital and released for an injury to his eye. CSI Allen responded to a residential burglary on the 3600 block of Pennsylvania Ave. CSI Allen investigated and developed a suspect and vehicle description. Vehicle: Red Honda with Washington plate similar to “326XBV” Suspects: #1 - White female adult, 20’s, brown buzz-cut hair. #2 - White female adult, 20’s, shoulder length dark blonde hair. Officers responded to 24 Hour Fitness on Auto Mall Pkwy after the manager called to report that a male who was recently seen on surveillance video driving a stolen vehicle was back in the health club. The man was contacted and identified. In the end, the man was confirmed to be the same person featured in the video but the car he was seen driving away in, was not the vehicle that was actually stolen. During the course of this investigation, another stolen vehicle was found abandoned in the 24 Fitness lot. It appears this may be a new hot spot for stolen vehicles. December 10 Officers were dispatched to the 46100 block of Warm Springs Blvd. (Marina Food) after an adult male committed a petty theft and fought with employees who attempted to detain him. Sgt. Snelson arrived to find the suspect fleeing from the store with employees giving chase. Sgt. Snelson detained the male after a short foot
pursuit and Taser deployment. Officers were called to a theft report at the Marshall’s located at Pacific Commons. The caller stated that a woman was stealing items and then trying to return them for money. Officer Hollifield detained and arrested a 34 year old adult female, Oakland resident, who had prior convictions for theft. She was booked into our jail. December 11 Officer Peters was dispatched to an address on Landon Ave to investigate a burglary. The elderly resident reported that two males, whom he described as Middle Eastern, came and knocked on his door. They explained to the homeowner that their neighbor was repairing their fence and that they needed him to look at it. The homeowner took the men into his backyard and left the front door unlocked. They engaged in a conversation for about 20 minutes and then left the home. The victim discovered that cash and jewelry was missing from him home. Suspects are described as two Middle Eastern male adults, one was 25 years old, average build and the other was described as 30 years old average build. Both approximately 5’08-5’10” and were wearing khaki pants. Suspects fled in a vehicle. No further description could be provided. We had a second similar “contractor” scam reported last week in the south end of town, but are unaware of any victims. In that case the men were knocking on doors telling residents that the City was doing attic inspections. Please continue to be on the lookout and report any and all suspicious activity to the Fremont Police Department. Dispatch received a call of a possible mountain lion walking through the Niles Park located off of School Street. The caller continued to watch the large cat and followed it to one of the dry ponds. Officers and Animal Services were immediately dispatched and responded to the scene. Niles Elementary School was temporarily placed on lockdown at 9:35 a.m. due to the proximity of the sighting. Officers walked the area on foot, but were unable to locate a mountain lion. They did locate an orange/white domesticated short haired cat in the area. The lockdown was later lifted and we believe that it was the orange and white cat that was reported to us. The neighbor who reported this did the right thing by calling us and while we feel fairly confident that there is not a mountain lion in the area, we would encourage anyone who believes they see a mountain lion to call 9-1-1 right away. A citizen on Ross Common called 9-1-1 to report that there was a male walking through the complex with a gun and that the male had pointed the gun at him. Numerous officers converged on the complex and confronted the male who was a juvenile in possession of an air-soft replica pistol. He had a second one in his back pocket. Officers met with the caller and no crime was established. An unknown person entered a bedroom window on the 33800 block of Whitehead Lane by bending the window frame and then also kicked open the front door. The loss is jewelry and electronics. No suspects were seen in the area by neighbors. Officers responded to a residential burglary that occurred on the 600 block of Saddleback Terrace sometime during the day. Loss is cash, jewelry and a purse.
Accreditation commission to assess Hayward Police Department SUBMITTED BY SGT. KEN FORKUS, HAYWARD PD As part of a three year accreditation process, a team of out-of-state assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) will visit the Hayward Police Department this month. The assessment aims to provide an outside examination into the agency’s policies, procedures, operations and administration. The assessors will review written materials, interview employees, and ride along with police officers during the onsite assessment. This isn’t the first time Hayward Police has welcomed this type of outside scrutiny of its policies
and practices. The agency first welcomed a team of assessors in 2009 to conduct a similar assessment, to which led to the agency’s accreditation award. “Independent verification that the Hayward Police Department meets the Commission’s high law enforcement standards has proven to be an invaluable benefit to this organization and the community we serve,” Hayward Police Chief Diane Urban said. As part of the assessment process, agency personnel and members of the community were invited to offer comments to the assessors at a public session and by phone on December 9. Written comments can be sent to: Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), 13575 Heathcote Blvd., Suite #320, Gainesville, Virginia 20155.
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Dr. Sharma notes that people may develop additional symptoms with lymphoma, including: • Recurrent fevers and chills • Unexplained weight loss, as much as 10 percent or more of body weight • Drenching night sweats, generally more severe than night sweats commonly experienced during menopause “Fatigue can also be a symptom of lymphoma, but fatigue can be a symptom of so many other things,” she added. “Diagnosing lymphoma requires a physical exam to determine the size of the lymph nodes and whether or not the liver and spleen are enlarged. Blood and urine tests help rule out infections or other diseases, and imaging tests and lymph node biopsies are used to confirm a lymphoma diagnosis. Other types of cancer can spread to the lymph nodes, but cancers that start elsewhere and spread to the lymph system are not lymphomas.” Lymphomas can affect men and women across a wide range of ages. There are some people who are more at risk of developing lymphoma, however. “People who have a compromised immune system may be more at risk for lymphoma,” said Dr. Sharma. “That includes people with HIV or chronic immune disorders such as lupus. Also, people who underwent an organ transplant or use medications that suppress the immune system are more susceptible to lymphoma. Some rare familial disorders may also lead to lymphoma, but they are not well understood yet, and there is no genetic testing currently available for them.” Because Hodgkin’s lymphoma and nonHodgkin’s lymphoma involve different cell types, they behave and respond to treatment differently. In addition, there are three main subtypes of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma: aggressive, intermediate and indolent (a synonym for “lethargic” or “inactive”).
“Indolent lymphoma usually lays dormant for a while and then becomes active,” Dr. Sharma said. “People who have indolent lymphoma may go for many years with a painless swollen lymph node and no other symptoms, so they don’t realize there is a problem.” People with indolent lymphoma may not require treatment for years, and a waitand-see approach with regular checkups may be recommended. For aggressive or intermediate lymphoma, however, early treatment is key. Treatment options depend on the type of lymphoma and the extent – or stage – of the disease. “Many chemotherapy drugs are very useful in treating lymphoma,” Dr. Sharma explained. “We may also use radiation therapy in combination with chemotherapy. In cases of lymphoma that recur, the physician may decide to use high-dose chemotherapy followed by a stem cell transplant. The stem cells can come either from the patient’s own body or from a donor whose tissue type matches the patient’s very closely – usually a sibling or other close family member.” Surgery is seldom used to treat lymphoma. However, in rare cases, surgery may be used to treat lymphomas that start in the spleen, thyroid gland or stomach that are outside of the lymphatic system. “The key to successful treatment of lymphomas is early diagnosis,” Dr. Sharma emphasized. “If you notice a hard, swollen lymph node larger than one centimeter in diameter, or any other changes in your lymph nodes over the last month in the absence of infection, consult your doctor right away.” For people who would like to learn more about lymphoma, Dr. Sharma recommends the websites of the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society at www.lls.org. To learn more about Washington Hospital’s Cancer Genetics Program, visit http://www.whhs.com/cancer/cancergenetics.
SUBMITTED BY GEETA ARORA PHOTO BY NIMAR ARORA The Rowdy Robots, fourth grade students at Delaine Eastin Elementary School in Union City, recently competed in their first “FIRST Lego League” (FFL) competition and learned to work as a team when under pressure. Team members Albert An, Rayna Arora, Esha Bhasin and Sean Lee, coached by Nimar Arora and DarShyang Lee are part of a worldwide effort led by For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) to instill interest in science and technology. Each year, FIRST competition is centered on a topic that challenges teams to create innovative solutions for a universal problem. This year, the task was to find an answer
to the havoc created by natural disasters – “Nature’s Fury; when intense natural events meet the places people live, work, and play.” Teams were judged on not only robot competition, but an explanation and demonstration of problem solving as a team, creativity and robot design. A well-stocked underground tunnel system was proposed by Team Rowdy Robots to protect citizens during times of natural disasters. The team performed a skit to help judges understand their concept. In the robotics challenge, Team Rowdy’s robot did well in the practice round, but suffered technical difficulties during qualifying matches. Though they didn’t qualify for the Northern California Regional Tournament, the Rowdy Robots are looking forward to a bright future.
Pictured in back row: Coach Nimar Arora, Rayna Arora, Esha Bhasin, and Coach DarShyang Lee. Bottom row: Sean Lee and Albert An
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Teenagers turn seniors into techies
SUBMITTED BY SUNIL S. DHAWAN A teenage-run non-profit group, SOS (Service Over Self ), has been working at multiple senior residential facilities over the last two years teaching computer skills to the senior residents. This project started in early 2012 with the first classes held at Emeritus/Merrill Gardens senior residential facility in Fremont. Since then, the group has held classes in multiple cities, such as Palo Alto, San Ramon, and Oakland.
“We felt that there was a need for seniors to learn how to use modern devices,” said Akash S. Dhawan, founder of SOS. “Many residents receive gifts, such as iPhones, iPads, Kindles, and laptops from their relatives, but they have no idea how to use these devices. Many of the residents just want to be able to email their sons and daughters to stay in touch, look at digital photos, go to websites of interest, and enjoy the benefits of our technologically advanced time.” The members of the organization go to these facilities on a weekly basis. Since its conception in late 2011, the volunteers of SOS have made great progress with the residents at each facility. The residents express much gratitude towards the members for taking time out of their busy schedules to teach valuable computer skills. The members of SOS are actively looking for new volunteers and accept inquiries about setting up classes at other senior centers/facilities, or non-profits that would welcome these services. “We benefit from the interaction with the seniors, and get a great sense of pride by helping them,” said Anish Mokha, head of information systems for SOS. For more information on Service Over Self, visit www.SOSbayarea.org.
Rotarians help Nicaraguan hospital SUBMITTED BY FRANK DE SMIDT A few years ago Milpitas Rotary’s International Service team tried to raise about $3,000 for a worthy cause. After much hard work, Norm LaCroix, Alan David, and Darshan Shah found funds from Rotary members and other Rotary Clubs. It was decided to use the $20,000 they raised to send badly needed medical supplies and equipment to a poorly equipped maternity hospital in Nicaragua. A 40-foot shipping container, filled with surplus medical gear and provisions from MedShare valued at from $150,000 to $300,000, was delivered to hospital staff in Chinandega, Nicaragua earlier this year. LaCroix and David helped to get the container through customs with the assistance of The Nicaragua American Foundation. The local Chinandega Rotary Club was also involved with this important program.
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Origins of winter solstice celebrations are unknown, but evidence of early observance may date back to the late Stone Age; the sun, moon, and stars served as a calendar. Early humans observed changes in the seasons and assigned personal meaning to them. As winter approached, temperature dropped, days were short, and nights longer. The short day of winter solstice proceeds the longest night of the year. After the solstice, days gradually lengthen and nights become shorter until the summer solstice in June, when the process reverses. Fire became a natural focal point for the solstice celebration. The use of evergreens and lights remind us that life goes on—longer hours of sunlight will return. The rebirth of the sun, its light and warmth is a central focus of winter holiday celebrations. Coyote Hills Regional Park is hosting a “Winter Solstice Celebration” on Saturday, December 21. This event is open to the whole family, but especially for children ages ten and up. Park naturalist Kristina Parkison will lead park-goers on a hike through the marshland habitat and share stories from a wide variety of winter holiday traditions. “I’m planning to talk about the evolution of the holidays: where did mistletoe come from, what is celebrated in different traditions and who celebrates these holidays,” says Parkison. When asked
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what draws her to the winter solstice she says, “I like winter a lot. I like that the solstice is the first day of winter and the longest night of the year. It makes me feel like I want to get cozy, drink hot chocolate, and eat soup.” This is the first year the park is hosting a winter solstice event, though they have held several summer solstice celebrations in previous years. The hike and talk will begin at 4 p.m. and last about an hour and a half. Boys and girls will be invited to construct a solstice crown from paper flowers. At evening’s end, attendees can help themselves to some soothing hot chocolate. Earlier in the day, Coyote Hills will host an Open House. Participants can join in nature crafts, listen to stories, and visit the animals in residence. On Sunday, December 22, children ages 14 and up are invited to make miniature tule basket ornaments using natural, local materials. Naturalist Dino Labiste will lead this class on the variety of ways to use the tule plant. Parent participation and registration are required for these events. Please contact Coyote Hills Regional Park at (510) 5443220 for more information. Coyote Hills Open House Saturday, Dec. 21 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Solstice Celebration Saturday, Dec. 21 4 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Mini Tule Basket Ornament Workshop Sunday, Dec. 22 Noon - 4 p.m. Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Road, Fremont (510) 544-3220 Free event Parking: $5
Fremont student honored at Johns Hopkins SUBMITTED BY HAILNG WANG Hudson Shou, a student from Fremont, was honored as one of the brightest middle school students in the world at a national awards ceremony sponsored by the Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY). The Center honored Hudson, a student at California Connections Academy Charter School, for his exceptional performance as a middle school student on the college SAT, ACT or similar test as part of the 2012-2013 CTY Talent Search. CTY uses above-grade-level tests (such as the college SAT for
middle school students) because they provide a clear picture of advanced students’ academic abilities. Of the 17,670 seventh and eighth grade participants in the 2012-13 CTY Talent Search, only 1,075 U.S. and international middle school students scored high enough on their above-grade-level tests to be invited to the ceremony on the Johns Hopkins University campus. Of the invited students, at least 106 students achieved a perfect score on the reading or math section of the test taken, including three students who received 800 on both math and verbal sections of the SAT. “Under the skin, beneath the divisions and differences, human intelligence is a force that knows no geographical or linguistic or ideological distinctions,” said Elaine Hansen, executive director of CTY. “Today we take a moment to recognize these young students for their remarkable achievements. We also honor the parents and educators who have helped these promising young people on their road to success.” For more information, or to enroll in this year’s CTY Talent Search, visit http://cty.jhu.edu/talent/.
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Board approves eminent domain move for train BY JULIET WILLIAMS ASSOCIATED PRESS SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), A state board gave approval Friday for the California High-Speed Rail Authority to start the process of seizing its first piece of property through eminent domain for a $68 billion bullet train. The State Public Works Board voted 3-0 to approve a request from the authority to try to seize a 2.5-acre parcel in Fresno that is needed to build an underground trench for the project. The authority has declared an impasse with the owner of property. Fresno County records value the property at $2.4 million. It includes a 20,000 square-foot commercial building that is leased to the state Department of Corrections. Rail officials said they have been unable to reach an agreement with owner Frank Solomon Jr. after making an initial offer in May. Details of the offers have not been made public. Solomon did not appear at the hearing and a phone listing under that name in Fresno could not receive messages.
Don Grebe, director of real property for the rail authority, said the parcel has been pegged as critical to acquire early because of the complicated construction needed to be done there. He said the rail authority is still open to negotiations with the owner. The action by the board allows the rail authority to file paperwork in court asking a judge to determine the fair market value of the property as well as compensation the owner is entitled to for relocation. The legal action also could allow the rail authority to access the property and start construction even before the state owns it. Frank Olivera, co-chairman of the group Citizens for High-Speed Rail Accountability, told the board it would be premature to let the state acquire the property, given recent legal and administrative setbacks for the project. Last month, a Sacramento County judge invalidated the state’s funding plan and said it must have 300 miles of environmental clearances in place to meet the terms of Proposition 1A, the bond measure voters approved to sell nearly $10 billion in bonds for high-speed rail.
FDA approves breakthrough hepatitis C drug BY MATTHEW PERRONE AP HEALTH WRITER
Costly Homeseller Mistakes You Need to Avoid When You Sell Your Home! Tri-City – A new report has just been release which reveals 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling their home, and a 9 Step System that can help you sell your home fast and for the most amount of money. This industry report shows clearly how the traditional ways of selling homes have become increasingly less and less effective in today’s market. The fact of the matter is that nearly three quarters of homesellers don’t get what they want for their home and become disillusioned and – worse – financially disadvantaged when they put their home on the market. As this report uncovers, most homesellers make 7 deadly mistakes that cost them literally thousands of dollars. The good news is that each and every one of these mistakes is entirely preventable. In answer to this issue, industry insiders have prepared a free special report entitled “The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar”. To hear a brief recorded message about how to order your free copy of this report, call 1-800-228-3917 and enter ID #1000. You can call anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This report is courtesy of Capital Realty Group. Not intended to solicit properties currently listed for sale.
WASHINGTON (AP), Federal health officials have approved a highly anticipated hepatitis C drug from Gilead Sciences Inc. that is expected to offer a faster, more palatable cure to millions of people infected with the liver-destroying virus. The Food and Drug Administration said Friday it approved the pill Sovaldi in combination with older drugs to treat the main forms of hepatitis C that affect U.S. patients. Current treatments for hepatitis C can take up to a year of therapy and involve weekly injections of a drug that causes flu-like side effects. That approach only cures about three out of four patients. Sovaldi is a daily pill that in clinical trials cured roughly 90 percent of patients in just 12 weeks, when combined with the older drug cocktail. Between 3 million and 4 million Americans are estimated to carry the blood-borne virus, though most do not even know they are infected. Others have tested positive but are waiting for more effective treatments to become available. Hepatitis C symptoms may not appear until two or three decades after infection, though the virus can cause liver failure, cirrhosis and cancer if left untreated. Dr. Donald Jensen of the University of Chicago said he’s optimistic that new drugs like Sovaldi will increase treatment of the disease, which is blamed for 15,000 U.S. deaths per year. “I’m hoping that these new, less toxic therapies will drive more people to get tested and more primary care physicians to test their patients, knowing that the therapy is going to be more effective and easier,’’ said Jensen, who directs the university’s center for liver diseases. Gilead Sciences Inc., based in Foster City, Calif., is one of a half-dozen companies battling over the market more effective treatments for hepatitis C. Many industry analysts expect Sovaldi to quickly dominate the field with sales of over $1.6 billion next year. Gilead said Friday it would price the drug at $84,000 for one 12-week supply. Patients with a less common subtype of the disease may need to take the drug for 24 weeks, raising the cost to $168,000 for one course of treatment. Drugs already on the market run between $25,000 and $50,000 for a course of treatment. The approval comes as the federal government urges all baby boomers to get tested for the disease. People born between 1945 and 1965 are five times more likely than other age groups to have hepatitis C, with many having contracted the virus by sharing needles or having sex with an infected person in their youth. For most of the last 20 years, the standard treatment for hepatitis C involved a grueling one-year regimen of pills and injections that caused nausea, fever and headaches and cured fewer than half of patients. Then in 2011, the FDA approved two new drugs from Merck and Vertex Pharmaceuticals that raised the cure rate to about 65 and 75 percent, respectively, when combined with the older treatments. Gilead’s once-a-day pill pushes the cure rate much higher. continued on page 37
“I question the necessity to even take this parcel when the rail authority may not even be able to pay for it,’’ Olivera said. Grebe said the authority has closed escrow on five of the 380 parcels needed to complete the first nearly 30-mile stretch from Madera to Fresno. “Overall we have people that have been signing agreements. I think it’s been going quite positively, slowly,’’ he said. Still, he estimated that as many as 20 percent of the properties could end up going through the eminent domain process. Olivera, the rail opponent, said the prospect of eminent domain has cast a pall over many residents and business owners in the train’s proposed path. “Everybody is scared of the state of California coming to your house and saying we’re going to take this, we’re going to take your parking lot or your business, and they don’t know what to do,’’ he said. Grebe said if the project were scrapped at some point and the property was no longer needed, state law gives the original owner the first option to buy it back.
Great expectations for an investment rotation BY STAN CHOE AP BUSINESS WRITER NEW YORK (AP), Dec 12 – After years of sticking with plain-vanilla bond funds, investors are starting to turn their backs on them and opt for stocks instead. The move isn’t big enough to be the ``great rotation’’ from bonds to stocks that many experts predicted — it’s more of a good rotation — but fund managers say more is on the way. Investors plugged $198 billion into stock mutual funds through the first 11 months of the year. That’s the most since the dot-com stock bubble in 2000, according to Morningstar. Bond mutual funds are also taking in money, but the dollars are increasingly going only to niche corners of the market. Investors pulled $73 billion out of the largest category of bond mutual funds, intermediate-term bond funds, over that time. It marks a stark shift in behavior. Since the 2008 financial crisis, investors have largely sought the safety of bonds and shunned stocks. Heading into this year, many strategists expected investors to dump their bonds and move into stocks en masse. Bonds had served investors well for three decades, but interest rates had fallen sharply. Stocks, meanwhile, have the potential to offer bigger returns. Early this year, there was no rotation, as investors were comfortable adding money to both stock and bond mutual funds. “Then a switch went off in May,’’ says Michael Rawson, a fund analyst at Morningstar. That’s when worries about rising interest rates began to spike, which hurt bond prices. Investors have since increasingly shown their preference for stocks over traditional types of bond funds. Consider: – In June alone, investors pulled $16 billion out of municipal bond mutual funds, according to Morningstar. Through November, investors have yanked a net total of $49 billion this year. – Net investment in stock mutual funds and exchange-traded funds this year will likely top that of the four prior years combined, according to Strategic Insight, which tracks the mutual fund industry. – In a sign of how the tide has turned, Vanguard earlier this week closed one of its stock mutual funds to most new accounts and re-opened two of its bond funds. Funds typically close to new investors when they’re attracting lots of money and want to keep from getting too big and unwieldy. They re-open when they want to attract more dollars. A major driver for the shift is fear that rising interest rates will hurt bond funds. When interest rates rise, prices for existing bonds fall because their yields suddenly look less attractive. During the summer, such worries flared as the yield on the 10-year Treasury note nearly doubled from 1.6 percent at the start of May to roughly 3 percent in September. Stocks, meanwhile, have climbed around the world amid rising corporate earnings, stimulus from continued on page 36
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Judge lets case challenging teacher laws proceed AP WIRE SERVICE LOS ANGELES (AP), A judge has decided to let a lawsuit go ahead against California public officials and the Los Angeles
Unified School District that could radically change the way the district hires and fires public school teachers. Judge Rolf Treu of the Los Angeles Superior Court rejected a motion by state defendants and
LA psychic paid for ‘curse removal’ arrested BY JOHN ROGERS ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES (AP), Bryan James was having a tough time. His finances weren’t in order. His emotional health wasn’t great. And his love life needed a boost. That’s when the 25-year-old Los Angeles man met Michelle Morgan, who worked in the San Fernando Valley at an office with a neon sign out front proclaiming “Psychic Readings.’’ All he had to do to solve his problems was to get a pesky curse removed, but it would cost him plenty, according to a private investigator who James hired to look into the psychic. Two years later, authorities say, James is out nearly $1 million. And Morgan, whose real name is April Lee, and her husband, Michael Johnson, are free on bail after they were charged with grand theft, attempted grand theft and extortion. They are due in court Dec. 19 for a pretrial hearing. They were arrested in November when Lee and James traveled to San Jose to collect a final payment of $500,000 his mother was supposed to give them after selling her house. Instead, authorities said, the psychic was surprised to find police waiting for her. Lee’s attorney, James E. Silverstein, declined to discuss the allegations in detail Friday, but said his client maintains her innocence. “It’s not a crime to be a psychic,’’ Silverstein said. Prosecutors say whatever the job or title it’s a crime to steal someone’s money. “You have to get away from thinking of it as proving or disproving spirits and curses and look at the fraud,’’ Santa Clara County Deputy District Attorney Cherie Boulard told the Los Angeles Daily News, which first reported the story. James was having emotional, financial and relationship issues, said New York private investigator Bob Nygaard, who ultimately helped him build a case against Lee, 28, and her 32-year-old husband. “So it basically made him the perfect mark,’’ he told The Associated Press. He said there was a specific person James had a romantic interest in but the psychic told him he couldn’t approach her until the curse was lifted. “Because if he were to do so, her alleged ‘curse removal work’ would fail and my
client’s romantic interest would die,’’ Nygaard said. Instead, he said, Lee claimed she would become a go-between for the couple, and sent James text messages from her cellphone that she claimed to have forwarded from the woman. One said the woman couldn’t wait to get together with him once that curse was broken. James kept forking over money, much of it from his mother’s retirement savings, Nygaard said, until he finally became suspicious and approached the woman directly. When he learned she’d never sent him any messages, he went to the police. There, he was mocked by an officer, who told him what a sucker he had been for giving money to a psychic, Nygaard said. That’s when he sought out the private investigator, a retired policeman who has recovered tens of thousands of dollars for victims of other psychics. The initial police response, said both Nygaard and Boulard, wasn’t surprising. “It’s really common for law enforcement to see it as a civil matter and not criminal,’’ Boulard told the Daily News. “They think, ‘Oh, well, they gave them the money voluntarily.’’’ She added she was happy to take on James’ case because so many similar victims are too embarrassed to come forward. Lee’s attorney said there may be crooked psychics out there, but his client isn’t one of them. “No matter which profession you deal with there are always going to be really good folks and some folks that are, you know, they are criminals. But just because you’re a psychic doesn’t mean you’re a criminal,’’ he told the AP. “There are plenty of good people, good psychics, who help people,’’ he added. Nygaard said it’s too early to speculate on whether James will get any of his money back. He said his client gave Lee and her husband more than $925,000 and that both he and his mother have been financially devastated. “Bryan is still emotionally fragile, but he’s doing a lot better now that the arrests are made,’’ Nygaard said. ––– Associated Press writer Sue Manning contributed to this story. Information from: (Los Angeles) Daily News, http://www.dailynews.com
teacher unions to throw out the case. The lawsuit was brought on behalf of students in a low-income area who claim current laws keep bad teachers on the job, violating their right to a good education. It
Hagel: All states complying with same-sex benefits BY LOLITA C. BALDOR ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP), The Pentagon says that all states are now complying with new rules allowing the same-sex spouses of military members to get ID cards in order to claim benefits. Nine states, including Texas,
Florida, Georgia and Mississippi, initially defied the Pentagon by refusing to allow National Guard facilities to issue the ID cards, triggering sharp criticism from Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel. Officials have worked to bring all the states on board. Hagel said in an October speech that the states’ refusal to comply
BY MICHAEL R. BLOOD AP POLITICAL WRITER LOS ANGELES (AP), California has long been a union stronghold, but voters in the reliably Democratic state are gradually taking a more negative view of organized labor, a poll released Friday suggested. The independent Field Poll said that by a narrow margin, more voters said unions do more harm than good, as opposed to those who see organized labor as generally beneficial. The figures represent a turnaround from a 2011 Field survey, when more voters said unions resulted in more good than harm. The shift comes at a time of ongoing labor conflicts in the state and nation, often involving government employee pensions and retirement benefits. It also tracks a long-running national trend, in which support for labor unions has gradually slipped. Retirement costs for government workers contributed to bankruptcies in three California cities in recent years – Stockton, Vallejo and San Bernardino – and municipal budgets have been squeezed by growing worker benefits and pay. In the San Francisco Bay Area, two transit strikes this year caused headaches for hundreds of thousands of commuters. In many communities “public pensions are starting to crowd out the services that local governments can provide. That doesn’t sit well with the public,’’ pollster Mark DiCamillo said. Compared to the earlier poll,
unions lost ground across most age, political and demographic groups. Since 2011 “virtually every voter subgroup now displays a shift toward a somewhat more negative view of labor unions than they had expressed previously,’’ the survey said. The poll of 1,002 registered voters, conducted Nov. 14 to Dec. 5, found that 45 percent said labor unions do “more harm than good.’’ That compared to 40 percent who said unions do ``more good than harm.’’ The findings were nearly identical when voters were asked about labor unions, generally, or public employee unions. California Labor Federation spokesman Steve Smith said the figures show the results of a wellfunded, coordinated attack on unions by corporate interests that want to abolish organized labor. He agreed that the San Francisco transit strikes and ongoing disputes over the cost and size of pensions had some impact in shifting public views, but added that the public often overlooks the positive work union members do, including helping low-wage workers and pushing for a higher minimum wage. “Year to year, poll to poll, these numbers fluctuate,’’ he said. “We’ve got to continue to fight those fights, and fight those fights in a very visible way.’’ “Without a labor movement, the middle class will disappear,’’ Smith added. According to the poll, those viewing unions more negatively increased 10 percentage points
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from March 2011, while the percentage of those viewing unions as more beneficial dropped 6 points during the period. Democrats, who hold every statewide office and control both chambers in the Legislature, have long had close ties to unions. But the survey found 30 percent of registered Democrats now say unions do more harm than good, up from 21 percent in the 2011 survey. More than half of whites, 51 percent, say unions do more harm than good, up from 39 percent in 2011. Even in households with a union member, 31 percent said unions do more harm than good, up from 18 percent in 2011. Los Angeles, the state’s largest city, has struggled to keep growing worker retirement costs from eating into the budget for tree trimming, libraries and street repairs. Last year, voters in San Diego and San Jose overwhelmingly approved cuts to retirement benefits for city workers. Several California mayors want voters to consider an initiative on next year’s ballot that would amend the state Constitution to allow local governments to negotiate changes in pension benefits for current and future employees. Last year, labor groups and other Democratic interests funneled at least $75 million into their drive to defeat Proposition 32, which would have starved unions of the tens of millions of dollars they use to finance campaigns and political organizing. The survey had a margin of error of plus or minus 3.2 percentage points.
New Calif. chemical flame retardant rules adopted AP WIRE SERVICE SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP), California has adopted new flammability standards for furniture and other products that will allow manufacturers to stop using chemical flame retardants. Gov. Jerry Brown on Thursday said the new standards were a badly needed update to nearly 40-year old rules that led to the widespread use of chemicals known as PBDEs.
Brown said the new standards will keep furniture in homes fire-safe while limiting chemical exposure. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says animal studies show PBDEs can affect brain development, but human health effects are still unknown. California is the only state with a mandatory residential furniture flammability standard, a rule that has become the de facto standard for the rest of the nation. The rules require manufacturers to be in compliance by Jan. 1, 2015.
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Poll: Californians gradually souring on unions
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seeks to eliminate the last hired-first fired rule; overturn a law that outlines steps districts must take before teachers can be fired; and abolish a teacher tenure law. The court set a trial date of Jan. 27.
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ou want to spruce up your home, but you don’t want to spend a lot of money. In this column, I’ll give you suggestions for how to improve the look and feel of your rooms without spending a fortune. Entry: Let’s begin at the front door. Create a welcoming space for your family and guests. If your entry is too small for a table, hang a crown-molding ledge with a mirror above it to create a space for dropping keys and mail. An entry is a great place to try a bold color or wallpaper pattern, since it is a self-contained, small space. Wallpaper or paint the largest wall, or go for it and do the whole entry. Living room: Blinds or shades on the windows are great, but to really finish off your windows, add some curtain panels on each side. They don’t need to close all the way; they are merely decorative, but boy do they add a lot to a room. The fabric will really add some softness, weight and color to the space. Use fabric in a color similar to the wall color to keep the room looking large and formal; use a contrasting color for a more casual, friendly look. Instead of matching table lamps on either side of your sofa, update your lighting by installing wall sconces above the side tables. There are many plug-in varieties,
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so no hard-wiring is needed. Another option is to hang pendant lights from the ceiling right above the side tables. It’s a great look, and it also frees up space on the tables. This is a great look in a bedroom too. Dining room: Most people have matching dining chairs, which is expected and certainly reasonable. But for a little more pizzazz try one of these ideas: Replace your head chairs with fully upholstered wing chairs or parson’s chairs. Choose a fabric and color that blends with your living room, so the chairs can be brought in for extra seating. Or reupholster your existing chairs in two different fabrics—one fabric for the side chairs and another for the head chairs. As in the living room, add curtain panels to plain windows to add texture, color and softness. Add crown molding to the ceiling to define the space, and paint or wallpaper inside the crown. Bathrooms: Perk up a plain bathroom with large, colorful artwork. Pull a bold color from the artwork and paint the ceiling with it—you’ll love it! Keep the walls neutral. Repeat this bold color in towels and accessories. Bedrooms: I love lots of pillows on the bed. I know it’s harder to make in the morning,
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but it sure looks pretty! For a queen size bed: two Euro pillows (large square) in the back with decorative shams, then two standard pillows with decorative shams, then two decorative throw pillows, then one smaller rectangular pillow or round bolster pillow in the front. The pillows you use for sleeping should hide behind the Euro pillows. Please use sheets in coordinating colors! A cozy duvet or throw blanket (again, coordinating colors please!) can be folded at the foot of the bed. Anna Jacoby of Anna Jacoby Interiors is a local interior designer. Send your design questions to her at info@annajacobyinteriors.com. Call or fax to (510) 490-0379 or visit www.annajacobyinteriors.com.
US woman’s last name too long for driver’s license BY AUDREY MCAVOY ASSOCIATED PRESS HONOLULU (AP), A U.S. woman’s last name is so long that she can’t get a driver’s license with her correct name. Janice “Lokelani’’ Keihanaikukauakahihuliheekahaunaele is fighting to make it happen. The documents only have room for 35 characters, so Hawaii County instead issued her driver’s license and her state ID with the last letter of her name chopped off. And it omitted her first name. The 54-year-old wrote her mayor and city councilwoman for help, but the county said the state of Hawaii computer system they used wouldn’t allow names longer than 35 characters. Her name has 35 letters plus a mark used in the Hawaiian alphabet, called an okina. Keihanaikukauakahihuliheekahaunaele got the name when she married her Hawaiian husband in 1992. He used only the one name, which his grandfather gave him. The name came to his grandfather in a dream that also told him he would have a grandson.
Her husband died in 2008, but he had similar problems when he was alive, she told The Associated Press. The name has layers of meanings. One, she said, is “When there is chaos and confusion, you are one that will stand up and get people to focus in one direction and come out of the chaos.’’ It also references the origins of her and her husband’s family. Keihanaikukauakahihuliheekahaunaele was compelled to bring attention to the issue after a policeman last month gave her a hard time about her driver’s license when he pulled her over for a traffic stop. “I said wait a minute, this is not my fault. This is the county’s fault that I don’t have an ID that has my name correctly,’’ she said. Caroline Sluyter, state Department of Transportation spokeswoman, said Thursday the state is working to increase space for names on driver’s licenses and ID cards. By the end of the year, the cards will 40 characters for first and last names and 35 characters for middle names, she said.
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SUBMITTED BY GUY ASHLEY The Alameda County Arts Commission announces the release of the 2014 ARTSFUND Grants Program Application Packet for Alameda Countybased nonprofit organizations. The ARTSFUND Grants Program supports all types of arts programming such as dance, literature, media arts, music, theater, visual arts, and multidisciplinary arts programs presented in Alameda County by Alameda County nonprofit organizations. Last year’s ARTSFUND program awarded grants of $1,000 to $2,500 to 48 nonprofit organizations throughout Alameda County. During the 2014 funding cycle, between 4050 arts organizations may be awarded grants. The Alameda County Arts Commission, a division of the County of Alameda, is dedicated to improving the quality of life in Alameda County by nurturing a thriving environment for the arts, promoting economic opportunities for Alameda County’s artists and arts organizations, and encouraging public participation in the arts.
The Arts Commission staff will host three free workshops to assist organizations in preparing their grant applications. Reservations are required. RSVP to attend a workshop at least seven days prior to the workshop date. Standard grants awards are $1,000 each. The application deadline is March 5, 2014. Free Workshops Wednesday, Jan. 15 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd, Fremont Wednesday, Jan. 22 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Alameda County Lakeside Plaza Building 1401 Lakeside Dr, Oakland Wednesday, Feb. 5 6 p.m. – 7:30pm Livermore Community Center 4444 East Ave, Livermore To RSVP, contact the Arts Commission at artscommission@acgov.org or phone (510) 208-9646. For more information, or to apply, visit www.acgov.org/arts.
Elks announce Drug Awareness contest winners
SUBMITTED BY JOAN WHITE The Fremont Elks Lodge recently held a drug awareness contest in which seven Fremont elementary schools submitted a total of 212 entries for: “Down with Drugs, Up with Awareness.” Linda Anderson, principal of Olivera Elementary School, was presented with an award for the school with the largest participation, 58 entries. Lisa Schinkel, fifth grade teacher at Niles Elementary School, received the award for teacher with the largest number of entries at 29. All third grade winners were from Olivera Elementary School – first place is Giselle Hernandez, second Isabelle Castro, and third Sharanya Vangeepuram.
Fourth grade first place is Lilly Garcia from Vallejo Mills, second Jennifer Kim from Forrest Park, and third Ashley Bautista from Glenmoor. Fifth grade first place is Rachel Cheung from Vallejo Mills, second Gabrielle Malcampo from Mattos, and third is Matthias Palmon, also from Mattos. The sixth grade winners were required to compose an essay. All three winners are from Ms. Dillon’s class at Brookvale. First place went to Brandon I. Reganit, second place Riya Kataria, and third Russell Scott. All first place winners competed at the district level; all four have moved on to statewide competition.
Jewels on French mountain may be from plane crash BY LORI HINNANT ASSOCIATED PRESS PARIS (AP), A French mountain climber stumbled upon a case of dozens of cut jewels, worth hundreds of thousands of dollars – believed to be debris from one of two Air India crashes decades ago, police said. Police commander Sylvain Merly of France’s Savoie region said the experienced Mont Blanc climber, who asked to stay anonymous, found the box marked “Made in India’’ while scaling one of the peak’s glaciers and turned it in on Sept. 9. Authorities hope to find someone connected with its owner, who is presumed to have been a passenger on one of the two jets that crashed in 1950 or 1966. Merly said Thursday the metal box, slightly smaller than a shoe box, was filled with small bags of loose jewels, mostly emeralds and sapphires. Merly said debris from the Air India crashes regularly rises to the surface on Mont Blanc. “Things come up from the glaciers,’’ Merly said. “They’re always moving.’’ Merly said the climber’s decision to turn over the box immediately “means that there are still honest people.’’ “He could have kept them but he chose to turn them in because he knew they belonged to someone who probably perished,’’ Merly said. It wasn’t immediately clear what would happen to the jewels if nobody claimed them.
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BY RESHMA PARMAR The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Fremont Branch and Kimbookai Children’s Museum will jointly host a holiday “Nutcracker” puppet show at the Fremont Main Library. On Saturday, December 21, two shows will be held to delight audiences. Each holiday season, children are enchanted by the story of the Nutcracker, whose ballet and music was composed by Peter Tchaikovsky around 1892. Now you can experience a lively, imaginative puppet show rendition of this holiday favorite – a
classic tale that includes the eccentric Uncle Drosselmeyer; a girl whose toy soldier comes to life after everyone goes to sleep on Christmas Eve; a grand fight to the finish with a mouse army; a magical journey to the land of sweets; Spanish, Arabian, Chinese and Russian dancers; and the wondrous dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy. Renowned puppeteer Randall Metz of The Puppet Company will be back to entertain us after a very successful “Sorcerer’s Apprentice” show last spring at the library. The Puppet Company has been bringing classic, creative puppet tales to Bay Area audiences for over 30 years. Metz holds a
bachelor’s degree in Theater and Children’s Theater from San Francisco State University and has apprenticed with Master Puppeteer Lewis Mahlmann of Children’s Fairyland in Oakland for 20 years. This is a free event sponsored by AAUW Fremont Branch and Kimbookai Children’s Museum. AAUW’s mission is to advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy and research. Kimbookai is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to create a children’s museum for the Tri-Cities area. Free tickets are available 15 minutes before each performance at the Children’s Information Desk at the Fremont Main Library. Nutcracker Puppet Show Saturday, Dec 21 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Fremont Main Library Fukaya Room 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421 www.aclibrary.org Free
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and Fremont) have been chosen for those interested in observing plants and documenting how climate change may affect them. The timing of when plants leaf out, flower, and form fruit may have consequences for wildlife migrating through the area.
phone, you can enter the data from the refuge by using the WiFi service offered by the San Francisco Bay Wildlife Society. Directions on where and how to make your observations, and instructions on how to upload the information can be picked up at
Recording these changes over time can help refuge managers and others manage lands in a more effective manner. Training will be provided. Training in Fremont In Fremont, see a presentation about the importance of phenology, the plants chosen for data collection, and how to up-load your findings onto Nature’s Notebook on-line. Training is scheduled for Saturday, December 21 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Please go to http://donedwardsphenology.eventbrite.com to register, or call 510-792-0222 ext. 362. Training in Alviso In Alviso, coupled with the training, you will also help restore habitat! Bring your own gloves or borrow a pair of ours – tools are provided. Dress in layers and bring water and sunscreen. Be prepared to get dirty! This is geared toward ages 9 and up. Participants under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Contact Julie Kahrnoff at 408-262-5513 ext. 104 or julie.kahrnoff@sfbws.com for more information. Scheduled dates are: December 7; December 21; January 11; January 25; February 8; and February 22. All trainings and community service work are 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bird Use Monitoring at the Environmental Education Center in Alviso In 2008, the Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge received several grants to restore the upland areas along the Marsh View Trail at the Environmental Education Center in Alviso. The restoration project involved hundreds of hours of nonnative vegetation removal by staff and volunteers, and the planting of native grasses and forbs. We would like to gather data on what birds use this habitat. The data collected will provide managers with valuable information on what species use this restored habitat. The data could also show changes in bird use over time, and may provide insight into why this may be the case. The San Francisco Bay Bird Observatory has developed a bird monitoring protocol for the data collection. Individuals will submit their observations on-line to http://www.eBird.org from home. Or, if you have a smart
the Environmental Education Center , or downloaded from our website at http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Don_ Edwards_San_Francisco_Bay/Get Involved.html California King Tides Initiative This initiative encourages the public to take and upload photos of coastal areas during king tide events. In the simplest terms, king tides are the highest tides of the season. Photographs can help planners and coastal managers identify at-risk areas of flooding and aid them in future planning. For the national wildlife refuges, this can help with wetland restoration planning. Upcoming dates for King Tides are December 30-31, January 1-2, and January 29-31. Take a photograph of refuge lands on the Tidelands Trail overlooking Newark Slough in Fremont or on top of the hill at Bedwell Bayfront Park in the City of Menlo Park overlooking the Don Edwards Refuge’s Greco Island. Upload your photographs through the California King Tides Initiative website at http://www.californiakingtides.or g. You can also email them, with the date and time, to Carmen_leong-minch@fws.gov. Take your pictures from these coordinates: Tidelands Trail Coordinates from Google Earth: 37o 31’54.04N, 122o 4’27.40W Bedwell Bayfront Park Coordinates from Google Earth: 37o 29’42.11N, 122o 10’8.70W Science of the seasons Saturday, Dec 21 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Don Edwards National Wildlife Refuge 1 Marshland Rd., Fremont (510) 792-0222 ext. 362 https//donedwarsphenology.eve ntbrite.com http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Don _Edwards_San_Francisco_Bay Saturdays: Dec 21; Jan 11; Jan 25; Feb 8; and Feb 22 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Don Edwards Environmental Education Center 1751 Grand Ave., Alviso (408) 262-5513 ext. 104 julie.kahrnoff@sfbws.com http://www.fws.gov/refuge/Don _Edwards_San_Francisco_Bay
Hilarious Holiday Farce David Tuttle is moonlighting as a department store Santa so he can buy his wife a fur for Christmas. He tells her he’s working late at the office, but she finds out he isn’t at the office. A suspected other woman, hypnotism, the notorious Santa burglar, Kris Kreigle, and his gun-toting fiancée, and a confused policeman add up to a rollicking tale that is hilarious Christmas (or anytime) entertainment.
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attos Elementary School, a science “magnet” in Fremont, recently attracted a bundle of energy direct from the glitz and glamour of Hollywood. On Friday, December 6th, in the multipurpose room, students gathered to sing and dance with singer/actress Veronica Powers who has been performing since entering a school talent show at age 5. Among many accomplishments, Veronica is a voiceover veteran of The Simpson’s television show. Visiting the Bay Area from her home in Los Angeles to participate in several Bay Area events including visits to Ronald McDonald House, Jack London Square Tree Lighting, Christmas in the Park (San Jose) and the American Children’s Holiday Parade in Oakland, Veronica found time to share her talents with excited Mattos students, singing pop favorites and signing autographs. She completed her Bay Area visit with a performance along with show business personalities includ-
ing her voice coach CeCe Sammy at the Richmond/Ermet AIDS Foundation gala on December 9th in San Francisco. Veronica brings much more than a voice of an animated series to the stage. At age 12, she is a confident, polished performer that enthralled her audience and soon transformed the room to party central. Accompanied by mom and dad as well as her vocal coach, the visit was an introduction of Ms. Powers to fans who might not know about the person behind her voice. She is introducing her debut extended play recording, “Shimmer.” Parents Travis and Jeanne Powers were surprised by her passion for performing, and didn’t even know that Veronica, at age 5, entered a school talent show (“We had to watch it on a neighbor’s video since we weren’t there,” says Veronica’s father). There is, how-
ever, a strong family affinity for show business. Her father is a celebrated sound designer who has a long list of credits including work on The Simpson’s television show. On the maternal side, Veronica’s grandmother, Jeanne Gray McDonald (aka Jean Lacy) was a television pioneer, president and founder of the Southern California chapter of the American Women in Radio and Television and recipient of a Genii award (named in her honor), recognizing her accomplishments. Spirited and epitomizing the essence of show business success, Veronica appears to be a natural performer. She says that when beginning her career before a live audience at her elementary school, she was met by the obstacle that “first graders don’t sing in the talent show,” but her audition proved she was an exception. Duplicating the spunk of “Annie,” part of her repertoire, Veronica has not stopped since that “scary but exciting” performance in front of 300 people. Now a veteran performer, Veronica admits to “just a little” butterflies when she is about to go on stage, but the excitement overcomes any trepidation. “It’s my world, it what makes me happy. I love being creative and active.” Fitting her busy schedule with the demands of school and normal stuff is not easy but she says, “It all works well.” Travis adds that Veronica’s school is very understanding and flexible. Through much hard work and perseverance, her career is taking off. Her mother recounts the milestones of successful auditions for acting, national commercials, short films and features. “She has quite a resume going, starting at six years old, half her life!” Veronica adds that when home with her friends, she tries to “fit in and stay in touch through texting and social networking when she is away. They have known me since I started school and they know I sing in church, act and sing.” Through appearances, such as her recent performance in Fremont, Veronica adds another enthusiastic circle of friends. Asked about the future, Veronica’s passion is evident, “I want to start posting more YouTube videos, acapella, writing my own songs and just keep doing what I am doing; mix it all in! Voice Coach CeCe adds that Veronica is currently writing tracks for an album and will be touring the United States to spread the message that ‘you can dream and be anything you want to be.’ That’s what I love about her!” For those who missed her local performances, visit Veronica at: www.veronicapowers.com.
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(left to right) LIFE ElderCare Board President Judy Zlatnik, Linda Wasserman and LIFE ElderCare Executive Director Patricia Osage
LIFE ElderCare recognizes volunteers PHOTOS: BY BONNIE KELLOGG In a festive setting on December 3rd, the auditorium at Centerville Presbyterian Church in Fremont quickly filled with hundreds of volunteers who have served their local community throughout the
year. A wide variety of ages and services were represented as the group was treated to a buffet, entertainment and program that honored all of them. In a special ceremony, Board President Judy Zlatnik and Executive Director Patricia Osage presented the “Friend for LIFE” Award to Linda Wasserman in honor of her contri-
butions as well as her late husband, Fremont Mayor Bob Wasserman. Remarks by local, county and state representatives echoed the sentiments of the festive occasion’s theme, “You Mean the World to Us,” thanking everyone for their efforts. LIFE ElderCare coordinates a collection of programs that support Tri-City
Seniors including: Meals on Wheels, Friendly Visitors, Fall Prevention and VIP Rides. For more information about LIFE ElderCare, donation and volunteer opportunities, visit: www.lifeeldercare.org.
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San Leandro Art Association Member Exhibit
Friday, Dec 6-Saturday, Dec 21
11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Much Ado About Nothing $
Variety of art work on display
7 p.m.
Casa Peralta 384 West Estudillo Ave, San Leandro (510) 357-4650 Saturday, Oct 26 - Sunday, Jan 5
Shakespeare’s comedic play about young love
Washington High School 38442 Fremont Blvd., Fremont (510) 791-3414 www.whstheater.com
Featuring the works of various artists
Hayward Chamber of Commerce 22561 Main St., Hayward (510) 537-2424 Thursdays, Dec 12 - Sundays, Dec 22
Christmas Patterson House Tours $
1 p.m., 2 p.m. & 3 p.m. Guided tours of historic home
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 791-4196 www.ebparks.org Monday, Dec 17 - Sunday, Dec 31
The Book of Revelation Comes to Life
11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
“Lure of the Wetlands”
Fridays, Dec 6 thru Dec 27
Paintings based on the New Testament
10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Laserium: Laser Holidays $
Artwork display by June Yokell
6:30 p.m. & 10:00 p.m.
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270 shoreline@haywardrec.org
Laser light show & holiday music
New Park Mall Cultural Corner 2086 Newpark Mall, Newark (510) 794-5523 www.NewParkMall.com
Friday, Nov 1–Sunday, Jan 12
“Still Here”
Art Works of Al & Joe Mudach
Hayward Area Senior Center 22325 North Third St., Hayward (510) 881-6766
PhotoCentral 1099 E St., Hayward (510) 881-6721 www.photocentral.org Through Saturday, Dec 21
Sorry! Wrong Chimney! $
8 p.m. (Sunday matinees: 1 p.m.) Mistaken identities and zany foul-ups
Broadway West Theatre Company 4000-B Bay St., Fremont (510) 683-9218 www.broadwaywest.org Monday, Nov 26 - Sunday, Dec 24
Santa Claus is Coming to Town $
11 a.m. - 8 p.m. Meet Santa & share your wish list
Prices vary for photos Great Mall 447 Great Mall Dr., Milpitas (408) 956-2033 www.greatmallbayarea.com Friday, Nov 29 - Thursday, Dec 24
Christmas Tree Lot and Store $
3 p.m. - 9 p.m. Trees & decorative items for sale Open daily The Pentecostals of Hayward 25715 Mission Blvd., Hayward (510) 733-0443 Friday, Nov 29 -Sunday, Dec 29
Train of Lights $
4:30 p.m. excursion
Monday, Dec 9 - Friday, Jan 15
Various pieces by father & son duo
Native American Portraits exhibit
Holiday Canyon
Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland (510) 336-7300 www.chabotspace.org
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Mondays, Sep 9 - Thursdays, Dec 20
Drop-in program, no day care 10th Street Community Center 33948 10th Street, Union City (510) 675-5276 wwwUnionCity.org
510-790-1118 www.insurancemsm.com
Watercolor Passion
Tuesday, Dec 3 - Thursday, Dec 19
Sports, arts-n-crafts, games & special events
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Monday, Dec 9 - Friday, Jan 31
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1421
Continuing Events
4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Open Every Day Until Christmas. Mon - Sat 10am- 6pm Sun 12 noon - 5pm
Help for children grades K - 6th grade
through
Niles
Niles Station 37001 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 996-8420 www.ncry.org Saturdays, Nov 30 - Sundays, Dec 22
Rocking Around the Christmas Tree
Sat: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Sun: 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Visit the house decorated for the holidays
McConaghy Victorian House 18701 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward (510) 581-0223 www.haywardareahistory.org Monday, Dec 3 - Thursday, Dec 19
Homework Help Center
3:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.
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Farmers’ Markets 0FREMONT: Centerville
MILPITAS: Milpitas Farmers’ Market at ICC
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Year-round Bonde Way at Fremont Blvd., Fremont (510) 909-2067 www.fremontfarmersmarket.com Kaiser Permanente Fremont Farmers’ Market
Thursdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Sundays 8 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Year-round India Community Center 525 Los Coches St. 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com NEWARK: Newark Farmers’ Market
Year-round 39400 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com
Sundays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Irvington Farmers’ Market
Year-round NewPark Mall 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark 1-800-897-FARM www.agriculturalinstitute.org
Sundays 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Bayfair Mall
Year-round Bay Street and Trimboli Way, Fremont 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com HAYWARD: Hayward Farmers’ Market
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Year-round Hayward City Plaza 777 B. St., Hayward 1-800-897-FARM www.agriculturalinstitute.org Kaiser Permanente Hayward Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Year-round 27400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com South Hayward Glad Tidings
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Year-round W. Tennyson Rd. between Tyrell Ave. and Tampa Ave., Hayward (510) 783-9377 www.cafarmersmarkets.com
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Year-round Fairmont and East 14th St., San Leandro (925) 465-4690 www.cafarmersmkts.com UNION CITY: Kaiser Permanente Union City Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Year-round Kaiser Permanente Medical Offices 3553 Whipple Rd., Union City 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com Union City Farmers’ Market
Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Year-round Old Alvarado Park Smith and Watkins Streets, Union City 800-949-FARM www.pcfma.com
A positive path for spiritual living
Unity of Fremont Sunday 12:30 pm
1351 Driscoll Rd, Fremont (at Christian Science Church) www.unityoffremont.org 510-797-5234
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Tuesday, Dec 17 - Wednesday, Dec 18
Wednesday, Dec 18
Wednesday, Dec 18
Prevent Elder Abuse
NHUSD Chromebook Introduction
1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Women’s Council of Realtors Leadership Installation – R
Learn to avoid becoming a victim
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
6 p.m.
Program for older adults Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400
Support local chapter & enjoy refreshments
Parent information meeting for new classroom computers
Cesar Chavez Middle School 2801 Hop Ranch Rd., Union City (510) 675-5482 Tuesday, Dec 17 - Wednesday, Dec 18
NHUSD Chromebook Introduction
6 p.m. Parent information meeting for new classroom computers
Alvarado Middle School 31604 Alvarado Blvd., Union City (510) 489-0700 Tuesday, Dec 17
Year End Tax Planning
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Tips for entrepreneurs & small businesses
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400 Tuesday, Dec 17
Las Posadas Celebration
6 p.m. meeting time Old Mission Museum 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont Join the procession & sing Christmas carols
Destination: Holy Family Sisters 159 Washington , Fremont (510) 207-8186 Tuesday, Dec 17
BART Warm Springs Extension Project Meeting
6:30 p.m. Discuss Sabercat Creek Restoration Project
Olive Hyde Art Gallery 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 476-3900
Wednesday, Dec 18
Tips for Successful Interviews
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Hilton Hotel 39900 Balentine Dr., Newark (510) 881-1234 x 105 grejones@gregjonesrealestate.com Thursday, Dec 19
Learn & practice new skills
Holiday Showcase
Union City Library 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 745-1464
Enjoy music, dance & theater performances
Wednesday, Dec 18
Las Posadas Celebration
6 p.m. meeting time Old Mission Museum 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont Procession enjoys pop songs of Christmas
Destination: Olive Hyde Art Gallery 123 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 791-4357
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Ruggieri Senior Center 33997 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City (510) 675-5482 Thursday, Dec 19
Celebrate Las Posadas
6 p.m. meeting time Old Mission Museum 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont Procession enjoys classic Christmas carols
Destination: Mission Coffee Roasting House 151 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 474-1004
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BOOKMOBILE SCHEDULE Alameda County Renew books by phone (510) 790-8096 For more information about the Bookmobile call (510) 745-1477 or visit www.aclibrary.org. Times & Stops subject to change Tuesday, December 17 10:00 -11:15 Daycare Center Visit UNION CITY 1:30 – 2:30 Mission Hills Middle School, 250 Tamarack Dr., UNION CITY 2:45 – 3:30 Purple Lotus Buddhist School, 33615 - 9th St., UNION CITY 4:50 – 5:30 Mariner Park, Regents Blvd. & Dorado Dr., UNION CITY 5:40 – 6:20 Sea Breeze Park, Dyer St. & Carmel Way, UNION CITY Wednesday, December 18 3:00 – 4:00 Warm Springs Community Center, 47300 Fernald St., FREMONT 4:15 – 4:50 Lone Tree Creek Park, Starlite Way & Turquoise St, Warm Springs, FREMONT 6:00 – 6:30 Camellia Dr. & Camellia Ct., FREMONT Thursday, December 19 9:30 –10:15 Daycare Center Visit UNION CITY 10:30–10:50 Daycare Center Visit UNION CITY 1:55 – 2:20 Daycare Center Visit - SAN LORENZO
SUBMITTED BY CANDY ALCOSIBA Cedar Boulevard Neighborhood Church invites you to join them as they celebrate Christmas. The Christmas season is a treasured time at CBNC and they want to extend their holiday cheer to the community. On December 22, during the regular services, CBNC will be hosting a children’s Christmas pageant. The performance, that will be put on by the church’s youth, is a look back to the birth of Christ, reminding us all of the relevance of December 25. Following the pageant will be a short message and worship, concluded with refreshments and fellowship. In addition to the Christmas pageant, CBNC is hosting a Christmas Eve service on Tuesday, Decem-
ber 24 beginning at 6:30 p.m. This is a wonderful time for family and friends to come together to celebrate, and welcome Christmas. The service will be a time of singing Christmas carols, worship, fellowship, and welcoming the Savior. If you are looking for a warm, safe, and Godcentered place to go this Christmas, stop by Cedar Boulevard Neighborhood Church.
2:45 – 3:40 Bay School, 2001 Bockman Rd., SAN LORENZO Monday, December 23 10:00–10:25 Daycare Center Visit FREMONT 10:25–10:50 Peace Academy, Peace Terrace, FREMONT 1:30 – 2:00 Acacia Creek Retirement Community, 34400 Mission Blvd., UNION CITY 2:45 – 3:45 Ardenwood School, 33955 Emilia Lane, FREMONT 5:15 – 6:45 Forest Park School, Deep Creek Rd. & Maybird Circle, FREMONT Tuesday, December 24 9:45–10:15 Daycare Center Visit UNION CITY 10:45–11:15 Daycare Center Visit FREMONT 2:15 – 3:00 Daycare Center Visit NEWARK 4:30 – 5:20 Weibel School, 45135 South Grimmer Blvd., FREMONT 5:50 – 6:40 Booster Park, Gable Dr. & McDuff Ave., FREMONT
Milpitas Bookmobile stops Renew books by phone (800) 471-0991 For more information (408) 293-2326 x3060
FREE Adult Reading and Writing Classes are offered at the Alameda County Library
Tell A Friend
Call Rachel Parra 510 745-1480
Children’s Pageant Sunday, Dec. 22 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. service Cedar Boulevard Neighborhood Church 38325 Cedar Blvd, Newark For more information, or questions, contact Pastor Lindsey Alcosiba at (510) 791-8555.
SUBMITTED BY JUDY LAM Virtuoso International Flute Ensemble, VIFE, is hosting a Christmas Concert to benefit Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN). Admission is free. Guest Performers include PDQ Quartet an award winning ladies vocal quartet that you don’t want to miss, Tony Bolivar - the musical gem of Fremont whose Saxophone performance will literally blow you away, and Dream Achievers - a band of all autistic young musicians whose performances warm many hearts and move many to tears. You’ll be amazed! VIFE Christmas Concert Saturday, Dec. 21 3 p.m. Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave., Fremont (510) 979-9263
SUBMITTED BY FUSS The Fremont Unified School District’s Got Talent Show is a wrap. All of the participants who performed at the December 7 show are winners because they all did their best! Everyone did such an incredibly great job that the judges had a tough time deciding. The schools who won are as follows: Elementary Schools: $800 - Mattos (Eden M. for Singing) $500 - Green (Amay G., Prachi S., Shravan R. Mehek P., Aarush P., Mithil S., Khyati P., Shivani M. for performing a skit) $300 - Warm Springs (Aria L. and Ojaswee C. for performing a Classical Northern Indian Dance) Junior High Schools: $800 - Thornton (Sebastian M. for playing the clarinet) High Schools: $800 - American (Natalie D. for singing with Lance F. who played guitar) FUSD Staff: $800 - Ardenwood Teachers (Adrien G. and Jamie S. for singing a duet with piano accompaniment by Gloria C.)
SUBMITTED BY NILES DISCOVERY CHURCH For many, Christmas time is a bittersweet time of year. For people who are dealing with grief, significant life changes, sobriety, and other challenges, this time of year can be especially difficult. “This is also the time of year with the longest nights,” Rev. Jeffrey Spencer notes. “So on the longest night of the year, our congregation will offer to anyone in the community a special meditative worship service that makes time for remembering, sharing our hurting places with God, and preparing our hearts for the coming of Christ.” This “Longest Night Service” will be held at Niles Discovery Church. The service includes special music, scripture, stories, silent reflection, anointing, and healing prayer. The service will be followed by a simple time of fellowship for those who wish to participate. “Attendees will be invited [to] light candles during the service as a quiet response and act of prayer,” Spencer explains. “This is our pre-Christmas gift to the community,” he said. Longest Night Service Saturday, Dec. 21 7:30 p.m. Niles Discovery Church 255 H Street, Fremont (510) 797-0895 www.nilesdiscoverychurch.org
Havens for Heroes will serve at-risk Veterans SUBMITTED BY GENNY PRICE East Bay Community Recovery Project (EBCRP) is proud to announce the opening of Havens for Heroes, a joint project among the East Bay Community Recovery Project, the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul of Alameda County and Urojas Community Services. Through this collaboration, EBCRP will provide homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing services to 200 homeless and imminently homeless veterans and their families in Alameda and Contra Costa counties each year. While the program will serve any veteran in need, it will specialize in working with women veterans, and veterans of the Iraqi and Afghanistan wars. In addition to assistance with housing, Havens for Heroes can provide eligible veteran families with outreach, case management, and assistance in obtaining VA and other benefits, which may include: health care services, assistance with daily living tasks, personal financial planning, transportation, fiduciary and payee services, legal assistance, child care services and housing counseling. In addition, Havens for Heroes may also provide time-limited payments to third parties (e.g., landlords, utility companies, moving companies, and licensed child care providers) if these payments help veteran families acquire or remain in permanent housing. Havens for Heroes is funded by a grant from Support Services for Veteran’s Families, a program of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. To access services, veterans and their families can call Havens for Heroes at (510) 903-1200. For additional information about East Bay Community Recovery Project, visit: www.ebcrp.org or contact Marta Rose at 510-446-7111.
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Thursday, Dec 19
Saturday, Dec 21
Saturday, Dec 21
Saturday, Dec 21
East Bay Stompers Band
The “Real Life” Plankton
Marvelous Monarchs $
Nutcracker Puppet Show
7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
11 a.m. - 12 noon
11 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Children look at tiny animals in microscopes
Learn about the lifecycle of the butterflies
Puppeteer Randall Metz delivers classic tale
Sunday, Dec 22
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400 www.aclibrary.org
6 p.m. meeting time Old Mission Museum 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont
8 p.m. - 9 p.m. Meditative style of prayer
Saturday, Dec 21
Saturday, Dec 21
Saturday, Dec 21
Longest Night Service
Recycled Paper Ornaments – R
Dominican Sisters of Mission San Jose
7:30 p.m.
11 a.m. - 12 noon
Team Citizen Scientists: Community Service – R
43326 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 933-6335 www.msjdominicans.org
Holiday service for those dealing with grief
Create art for the holiday season
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday, Dec 22
Sunol Regional Wilderness 1895 Geary Rd., Sunol (510) 544-3249 www.ebparksonline.org
Participate in habitat restoration
Mini-Tule Basket Ornament – R
Dixie, swing & standards music
Bronco Billys Pizza 41200 Blacow Road, Fremont (510) 438-0121 Friday, Dec 20
Taize: Prayer Around the Cross
Friday, Dec 20
Friday Night Hang Out!
6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Play pool, air hockey & video games
Ages 12 -17 Union City Teen Center 1200 J St., Union City (510) 675-5600 www.UnionCity.org Friday, Dec 20
Science Lecture for Children
4:30 p.m. Especially for school-age kids
Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont (510) 745-1400 Friday, Dec 20
Las Posadas Procession
6 p.m. meeting time Old Mission Museum 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont Enjoy Christmas past, present & future
Destination: Museum of Local History 190 Anza Street, Fremont (510) 623-4344 Saturday, Dec 21
The Science of Seasons – R
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Help document climate change
SF Bay Wildlife Refuge 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 792-0222 https//donedwarsphenology.event brite.com
Niles Discovery Church 255 H Street at 3rd, Fremont 510-797-0895 Saturday, Dec 21 - Sunday, Dec 22
Saturday, Dec 21
The Nutcracker $
7:30 p.m.
1 p.m. & 5 p.m. Classic holiday tale
The Ten Commandments
Basics of Salt Pond Restoration
Niles Essanay Theater 37417 Niles Blvd, Fremont (510) 494-1411
1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Presented by Berkeley City Ballet
Smith Center 43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6031 www.smithcenter.com Saturday, Dec 21
Newark Symphonic Winds Christmas Concert
7 p.m. Enjoy contemporary and holiday music
Newark Memorial High School 39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 791-0287 Saturday, Dec 21
Winter Solstice Celebration $
4 p.m. - 10 p.m. Enjoy hot cider, caroling & star gazing
Chabot Space & Science Center 10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland (510) 336-7300 www.chabotspace.org Saturday, Dec 21
School-Age Storytime
11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. For grades preschool – kindergarten
Union City Branch Library 34007 Alvarado Niles Rd., Union City (510) 745-1464
Movie Night $
Saturday, Dec 21
Las Posadas Celebration
12 noon - 4 p.m. Use marsh plants to create holiday decorations
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (888) 327-2757
Interactive talk & walk along trail
Sunday, Dec 22
Alviso Environmental Education Center 1751 Grand Blvd., Alviso (408) 262-5513
Children’s Christmas Pageant
9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Youth performance for the holiday
Cedar Boulevard Neighborhood Church 38325 Cedar Blvd., Newark (510) 791-8555
2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Destination: Flower Pavilion 43393 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 656-4444
Share nature time with your kids
Sunday, Dec 22
Ages 5 – 10 SF Bay Wildlife Refuge 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 792-0222
Bird Watching for Beginners
Saturday, Dec 21
Coyote Hills Open House
1 p.m. - 3 p.m. Meet the reptiles & hear stories
Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220 Saturday, Dec 21
Solstice Celebration – R
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Family Bird Walk – R
Saturday, Dec 21
An Evening with Santa at the Fire House
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Photos with Santa, refreshments & entertainment Newark Fire Station 7550 Thornton Ave., Newark (510) 618-3479 www.acgov.org/fire
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Learn to use binoculars & a trail guide
Ages 10+ SF Bay Wildlife Refuge 1 Marshlands Rd., Fremont (510) 792-0222 Monday, Dec 23
Las Posadas Celebration
6:15 p.m. Enjoy Christmas music & children’s piñata
Old Mission San Jose 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont (510) 659-6158
Stroll through the marsh & hear stories
Sunday, Dec 22
Ages 10+ Coyote Hills Regional Park 8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont (510) 544-3220
Shark Feeding Frenzy
Tuesday, Dec 24
2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Christmas Eve Service
Kids feed aquarium animals
6 p.m.
Monarch Walk $
Virtuoso International Flute Ensemble Concert
10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
1:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
Meet snakes & a falcon up close
Stroll through the grove & observe butterflies
Benefit for children with special needs
On Wednesday, December 11, the Fremont Police Department hosted its 10th annual “Shop with a Cop” event at the Target Store, Fremont Hub. With the help of law enforcement officers and many generous sponsors, “Shop with a Cop” allows children in our community to purchase holiday gifts for their families that they wouldn’t otherwise be able to afford. This year 20 children between the ages of 6-8 years old, selected by the City of Fremont Human Services Department, participated. The children began their experience by being chauffeured from school to the Target store by a Fremont Police Officer driving a patrol car disguised as a reindeer. At Target, volunteers will greeted the teams where they participated in fun activities, face painting and arts and crafts. Throughout the morning kids met a police canine, sat on a police Harley motorcycle and met with Santa. In between all of the fun and games, officers escorted their child into Target where they helped select and purchase holiday gifts for their family members. Once shopping was completed, they stopped by the
Destination: Tavares Realty 270 Washington Blvd., Fremont (510) 651-0600
Enjoy holiday carols
Saturday, Dec 21
SUBMITTED BY GENEVA BOSQUES, FREMONT PD
Enjoy contemporary Christmas songs
Saturday, Dec 21
Nature Detectives: Top Predators of the Marsh
Ardenwood Historic Farm 34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont (510) 544-2797
Saturday, Dec 21
Celebrate Las Posadas
6 p.m. meeting time Old Mission Museum 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont
Saturday, Dec 21
Saturday, Dec 21
Ages 3 – 5 Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270
Bring gloves. Ages 9+ Alviso Environmental Education Center 1751 Grand Blvd., Alviso (408) 262-5513
(510) 791-8186 info@musicatmsj.org
Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave., Fremont (510) 979-9263
“wrapping station” to wrap their family’s gifts. At the end of the morning, participants were provided lunch courtesy of Outback Steakhouse Restaurant and then escorted back to school. The program, created in 2003, was designed by members of the Fremont Police Department, the Mission San Jose Rotary and Target as a way to provide children in our community with the most important gift of the holidays - the gift of giving. Gifts for each of the children were pre-purchased and wrapped ahead of time! All of the gifts will be delivered before the holidays to each of the children’s families by our Human Services Department elves. This event, funded by donations, would not be possible if it weren’t for our generous sponsors. We’d like to thank Target Stores, the Mission San Jose Rotary, the Fremont Police Officer’s Association, Fremont Bank, Outback Restaurant, Starbucks (Civic Center), Half Price Books, the Irvington Business Association, Walmart, Whole Foods, Costco and employees of the Fremont Police Department who contribute to this event. The Fremont Police Department and all of our sponsors are honored to continue the tradition of brightening the holiday experience for families in our community.
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center 4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward (510) 670-7270
Communion & candlelight sermon
Harbor Light Church 4760 Thornton Ave., Fremont (510) 744-2216
Sunday, Dec 22
“Bayanihan” Typhoon Relief Concert $
8 p.m. Musical performances & guest speaker
Mission San Jose Museum 43300 Mission Blvd., Fremont
Merryhill students assemble holiday gifts SUBMITTED BY ASHLEY BOARMAN Preschoolers from Merryhill School assembled and stuffed more than 52 shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child, an international humanitarian organization that sends care packages to children in third world countries. Throughout November, Merryhill students and their families collected items to fill the boxes, including shirts, socks, pencils, books, puzzles, games, stuffed animals, and hard candy. On November 22, students formed an assembly line and stuffed the boxes, which are being mailed to boys and girls in Africa, Indonesia, and the Philippines. Once an Operation Christmas Child box is delivered to its recipient, students will receive a photo of the boy or girl who received it. To learn more about Operation Christmas Child, visit www.samaritanspurse.org.
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Letter to the Editor
Expand background checks SUBMITTED BY TONI SHELLEN The tragic mass shooting at Sandy Hook School took place approximately one year ago. On December 14, 2012, twenty young children and six teachers lost their lives in one of the most horrific acts of gun violence this country has ever known. Every time there is a mass shooting in this country we say that something must be done. Yet even after this heart-breaking tragedy at Newtown, Congress has failed to pass any legislation to strengthen our national gun laws. America has a problem with gun violence. On average, 32 Americans are murdered with guns every day and 140 are treated for a gun assault in an emergency room. The U.S. firearm homicide rate is 20 times higher than the combined rates of 22 countries that are our peers in wealth and population. More than thirty-one thousand people are killed by gun violence in our country each year. We just marked the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Brady Bill. The Brady Background Check is an effective tool that has blocked more than 2 million purchases, keeping guns away from convicted felons, domestic abusers, and other dangerous people. A large number have been fugitives. Sadly, about 60% of gun sales undergo this background check while approximately 40% are sold with no questions asked, including many online sales. Now it is time for Congress to finish the job and make a good thing even better by closing the loopholes that allow prohibited persons from buying guns. Background checks need to be expanded to cover all gun sales, including those sold on the internet and at gun shows. Even the National Rifle Association has admitted that “hundreds of thousands” of firearms are sold each year by unlicensed sellers at gun shows. Who ends up with these guns? The unrecorded nature of these sales makes it impossible to pinpoint all gun show sales, but we know they are a major supply source for criminals. The tragic consequences of no-check gun sales are that dangerous people are able to get their hands on guns far too easily, and people are often killed or are seriously injured as a result. This loophole has dangerous consequences. Nine out of ten Americans agree that we should have universal background checks, including three out of four NRA members. Last April, although a majority of U.S. Senators supported expanding background checks to online and gun show sales, the Senate failed to pass even this responsible common sense law. Now there’s a bipartisan bill before Congress (HR 1565) to expand background checks to online sales and gun show sales. Tell Congress that you want the Brady Background Checks expanded to include ALL gun sales. Our children deserve better. Toni Shellen is president of the Tri-City Alameda County Chapter Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence
Question: I got an email that says it’s from Social Security, but I’m not so sure. They want me to reply with my Social Security number, date of birth, and mother’s maiden name for “verification.” Did it really come from Social Security? Answer: No. Social Security will not send you an email asking you to share your personal information, such as your Social Security number, date of birth, or other private information. Beware of such scams — they’re after your information so they can use it for their own benefit. When in doubt, or if you have any questions about correspondence you receive from Social Security, contact your local Social Security office or call us at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1800-325-0778) to see whether we really need any information from you. Question: I run a small business and I am hiring a few employees. How can I recognize a valid Social Security card? Answer: There are more than 50 different versions of the Social Security card, all of which are valid. Although there are several versions of the card in circulation, all prior versions of the card are valid. The number is what is most important. The best way for you and other employers to verify a name and Social Security number is to use the free Social Security Number Verification Service (SSNVS). Once you register for Business Services Online at www.socialsecurity.gov/bso, you can start using SSNVS. SSNVS allows you to quickly verify whether a person’s name and number match Social Security’s records.
Question: What benefit amounts may a spouse be entitled? Answer: A spouse receives one-half of the retired worker’s full benefit if the spouse retires at full retirement age. If the spouse begins collecting benefits before full retirement age, we reduce those benefits by a percentage based on how much earlier the spouse retires. However, if a spouse is taking care of a child who is either under age 16 or disabled and receiving Social Security benefits, a spouse gets full (one-half ) benefits, regardless of age. If you are eligible for both your own retirement benefit and for benefits as a spouse, we always pay your own benefit first. If your benefit as a spouse is higher than your retirement benefit, you’ll receive a combination of benefits equaling the higher spouse’s benefit. Learn more at www.socialsecurity.gov. Question: My wife and I plan on visiting the grandchildren over the winter, during which time my wife will turn 62. Can she apply for retirement benefits in another state, or do we have to wait until we get back home to apply for retirement at our local Social Security office? Answer: These days, you don’t have to be near a Social Security office to apply for benefits. Regardless of where you and your wife are living or traveling, you can apply for retirement benefits online at www.socialsecurity.gov/applyonline. It’s so easy to do, and it can take as little as 15 minutes to complete and submit the application. In most cases, once you submit your application electronically, you’re done. You can go back to enjoying your grandchildren.
Ax-wielding woman chases thief from home AP WIRE SERVICE HEMET, California (AP), Police say a Southern California woman can throw a mean ax – and she used one to chase a burglar from her house. Hemet police say the woman called the emergency police dispatcher on Saturday morning and
said she’d been awakened by a man trying to remove her watch from her wrist. The woman told police she’s a tomahawk-throwing champion, and she quickly grabbed a throwing ax and chased the man out of the apartment. Police searched the area and found a man hiding behind some
nearby bushes, along with property belonging to the woman. Twenty-two-year-old Nicholas Ulloa was arrested on suspicion of burglary. He remains jailed Monday, and police say they don’t know whether he has an attorney.
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Tri-City Stargazer DECEMBER 18 – DECEMBER 24, 2013 BY VIVIAN CAROL For All Signs: The winter solstice this year is timed at 12:11 p.m. EST on Dec. 21st. This is the point of the year at which the northern hemisphere is tilted furthest from the sun. Therefore our nights are longest at this time. Ancient people of the north celebrated the "return" of the sun within a few days following the winter solstice, at the point when it became apparent that the sun would, indeed, return to bring heat, light and life back to the people. This holiday was widely celebrated among the paAries the Ram (March 21April 20): Venus is retrograding in your career territory. You may back away from recent decisions in this area. “Career” includes life direction, so you may be reevaluating that as well. Former partner(s) and client(s) may return. If you have a huge expenditure in mind concerning career, it is a good idea to put off the final decision until after Venus turns direct (Feb.). Taurus the Bull (April 21May 20): People who live at a distance are likely to seek out contact with you. If anyone who reappears is known to you to be of less than favorable character, use extreme wariness about mixing again. On the brighter side, you may be traveling or studying and returning to places where you have previously been. Gemini the Twins (May 21June 20): This will be a time to evaluate resources that you share with others, including stocks or investments. You may be drawn to make changes in your estate planning. Consider your options but don’t make final decisions until after February. Someone may contact you regarding an old (and maybe forgotten) debt.
gans (country people) at least as far back in time as the dating of Stonehenge in the British Isles, carbon dated at 2500 B.C.E. to 1700 B.C.E. Another notable feature of the week is that Venus is turning retrograde on the solstice. She will appear to be going backward until the beginning of February. During this time, buried resentment or old hurts and losses may surface for another review. It is better if we examine our personal contribution to the old problems, rather than
Cancer the Crab (June 21July 21): You and your partner have need of increased space between you. You have been so in tandem that the Self is getting lost. It does not matter who initiates the idea for a breathing space. It comes from a joint need. This does not mean anything about love, so don't misinterpret trouble where there is not. Leo the Lion (July 22-Aug 22): Venus retrograde will cause you to focus on your health unless that is normal for you. For those who are routinely conscious of fitness, you may be surprised that you are prone to let good habits slide. Don’t beat yourself to pieces. A retrograding planet in this territory asks us to make positive health decisions over and over. Virgo the Virgin (August 23September 22): Venus is beginning to retrograde in your territory of romance, play, creativity, and children. This suggests that there is some need to "go back" or reevaluate your position in these areas. You may need to slow down or take a breather from forward motion so you can look more deeply at your personal needs before pursuing
activity here. Don’t fall into old mistakes. Think carefully. Libra the Scales (September 23-October 22): Use special caution when handling beautiful items in your home, office, or vehicle. Breakage is more than normally possible. You may have a need to reconnect to family members who have been out of the loop in your life. Don’t let anyone draw you into discussions of traumas in bygone times, lest it put a kink in your mood. Scorpio the Scorpion (October 23-November 21): Venus will be rolling backward in your third house of communications and local travel. It is possible you will be seized with an intense desire to purchase a vehicle, but that is ill advised. Try, but don’t buy. Double check any contractual process with a magnifying glass. Hold your tongue if you become angry during a conversation. Avoid bringing up old injuries in relationships unless you are apologizing. Sagittarius the Archer (November 22-December 21): Venus will be backtracking in the territory of finances and other personal resources, so these topics will have special priority this fall. It is
pointing a finger in the other's direction. When we hold onto anger it is because the unconscious wants to teach us something. Ask what it wants you to know, make a conscious commitment to remember the lesson but forget the pain, and you can let it go more easily. Check your sun sign and ascendant below for the areas retrograde Venus may trigger in you.
in your better interest to conserve assets (money, time, health, and energy) during this period. Think carefully about the future before you spend your holdings. Capricorn the Goat (December 22-January 19): You may be experiencing some odd feelings about yourself in relationship at this time. Venus is turning retrograde in your sign and what you thought was great two weeks ago is now causing you to think again. Don't consider this the last word on the matter. It is an inner sense to take your time and use caution. Aquarius the Water Bearer (January 20-February 18): In some way you will be dealing with people or situations from the past. You may be returning to some-
place you have been. This energy is best used for reflecting on how the past may be interfering with your present. Your unconscious mind is ripe to help if you will focus on it through studying dreams, psychotherapy, journaling, meditation or prayer. Pisces the Fish (February 19-March 20): You may be backing out or avoiding commitments in the community. Possibly you will become bored with the usual activities or people in your 2nd tier circles. It is OK to give yourself R&R in this area for the next couple of months. Maybe you will return refreshed in the spring. It is possible that friends from long ago will resurface. Or perhaps you will take the initiative to find them.
Are you interested in a personal horoscope? Vivian Carol may be reached at (704) 366-3777 for private psychotherapy or astrology appointments (fee required).
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PUBLISHER EDITOR IN CHIEF William Marshak
Annual Physical spondents indicate they feel it is a safe and welcoming city, growing at an acceptable pace. Although strong feelings were mitigated by many who answered with qualified or milder responses, the trend is good.
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s individuals, it is considered good practice to assess our general health each year. Professionals advocate an evaluation of physical and mental wellbeing to give indications of which personal life factors are positive and those that require attention and correction. Local governments can also perform similar appraisals to assess the results of their year’s labor. In an attempt to feel the pulse of the City, Fremont City Council recently reviewed results of a community survey that captured a snapshot of attitudes in October, 2013. Although presented as generally positive and supportive, council and staff should look at these findings as indicators rather than static attitudes. Fremont and cities of the Greater TriCity area are located in a zone of mild climate, enhanced technology and economic and social vigor achieved through integration of many cultures, ideas and economics. International influences trigger trade and commerce as well as an historical and traditional immigrant drive to achieve success for succeeding generations. This is the story of immigrants throughout the history of our country and continues today. Fremont and environs appear to be a welcome haven as re-
There were, however some issues that bear attention in which strong, negative responses spell existing or potential problems. For instance, it should be of no surprise that residents are unhappy with traffic and the cost of housing. As kids leave home, without substantial income, there are few opportunities to live on their own nearby. Bay Area travel is a mess! A glaring problem is attracting attention to government actions through any medium. Survey results are not unexpected when they indicate that few residents pay attention to City Council meetings. Relevancy and brevity are keys to citizen involvement. Oratorical garbage and politicking on camera pave a road to boredom and lack of attention. If our elected officials value participatory government, at least at the local level, council meetings need to be brief and businesslike. To Fremont’s credit, with a few regrettable exceptions, leadership of the council has veered away from nonsense and toward responsible businesslike meetings. Respondents indicated they receive local news through television, but this begs the question of what is considered “local” news. The City of Fremont prepares a newsletter/bulletin that appears to be a moderate source of information on city doings although confusion between it and another publication using a similar name is evident. Pollsters, unfamiliar with the area, obviously did not qualify their questions adequately in this case.
with satisfaction. Although I do not have scientific surveys to refute this finding, from previous reports by economic experts hired by the City and anecdotal evidence, this conclusion is hard to believe. The survey finally gets to its crux when asking whether residents would support a sales tax or utility tax. Here the news is both good and bad. With changing times and an improving economic environment including trips to India, there is less sympathy for augmenting city coffers without good reason. While a majority support increased taxes to some extent, that group is weakening. If the City is ready to propose more taxes, there is a solid minority that will need to be convinced. Not only civic leaders, but staff, need to engage the public at business, organization and public functions as well as council or commission meetings. A majority of citizens do not listen or pay much attention to council meetings. They need to form connections outside the walls of City Hall. Some city officials have learned that an essential part of government is active involvement and presence within the community they serve; others hide behind paperwork and meetings. To really know what is going on, take ongoing snapshots of constituent health and welfare, an annual – monthly, quarterly? – physical exam of the City is necessary.
William Marshak PUBLISHER
In another questionable finding, questions about retail and dining opportunities indicated that Fremont is viewed
Images show woman on Chicago train with alligator AP WIRE SERVICE CHICAGO (AP), After tracking down a small alligator scurrying around in a baggage claim area at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport, authorities are now hunting for its traveling companion. The Chicago Transit Authority has released a series of images showing a woman who they believe rode to the airport on a CTA Blue Line train with the 2-foot-long gator in the early morning hours of Nov. 1. Thanks to one of the most extensive surveillance systems in the United States, officials know this about the alligator’s trip to O’Hare: It boarded a train at the Pulaski stop – with the woman – at 1:17 a.m. The security camera captured the woman petting her little friend on her
knee as she talked on her cellphone. An hour later, the woman, presumably with the alligator, disembarked the train at the airport. Then, at 2:44 a.m., she is again recorded by the security cameras near the O’Hare stop, but with no alligator. An airport employee found the alligator later in the day under an escalator near baggage claim No. 3 (Insert alligator bag joke here). Police captured he reptile by trapping it beneath a trash can. Not only did officials give the alligator a name – Allie – but it was handed over to people who could care for it, just in the nick of time. “He’s in pretty bad shape and was probably not being fed a proper diet,’’ Jason Hood, president of the Chicago Herpetalogical Society, told The (Arlington Heights) Daily Herald at the
time. The society took custody of the alligator. As for the woman, she could be in trouble because while carrying an alligator bag may be considered stylish, carrying a live alligator is a crime. Hood said the Illinois Dangerous Animals Act makes it illegal to own an alligator in the state. Further to that, the CTA said she could be in yet more trouble. “Those responsible for this act can face a misdemeanor charge of cruel treatment of an animal or face a fine of $300 to $1,000 for cruelty to animals for abandoning the animal in a public place,’’ the authority said in a news release. CTA did not explain how it knows – for certain – that the alligator spotted on the train is the same animal captured at the airport.
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Pioneers defeat Otters of Monterey Bay Basketball SUBMITTED BY STEVE CONNOLLY December 14, 2013 CSUEB 76, CSUMB 61 Senior Gabe Kindred (Oakland, Calif.) scored a career-high 28 points and set a school record going 16-for-16 at the free throw line as the Cal State East Bay men’s basketball team (4-4, 2-1 CCAA) defeated visiting Cal State Monterey Bay (2-4, 0-3 CCAA) on December 14, 2013 by a score of 76-61. It’s the most lopsided victory of the season for the Pioneers.
Women’s hoops hold off Otters SUBMITTED BY SCOTT CHISHOLM December 14, 2013 CSUEB 66, CSUMB 59 Cal State East Bay spotted visiting Cal State Monterey Bay the opening six points in a December 14 conference matchup. The Pioneers responded on their home floor with a 31-7 scoring run and held on late for the 66-59 victory in California Collegiate Athletic Association (CCAA) action. Cal State East Bay led by as many as 20 in the first half in large part to the damage inflicted at the free throw line. The Otters were called for 17 personal fouls leading to 23 Pioneer free throws, while Monterey Bay (3-3, 0-3 CCAA) did not attempt any. The visiting side used the 3-pointer to cut a 20-point first half deficit to just 39-33 by half-
Logan vs Deer Valley
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Men’s Soccer SUBMITTED BY JAMES WILLIAMS December 11, 2013 Logan 2, Deer Valley 1
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1st Half Scoring: DV: Alex Lee 10:00 JL: Martin Sierra (Jason Jattan) 26:00
De La Salle Tournament December 5, 2013 Logan 62, Deer Valley 52
2nd Half Scoring: JL: German Villalobos 52:00 JL Goalie: Andres Marquez, 80 min, 4 saves, 1 GA DV Goalie: Ryan Santos, 80 Min, 6 Saves, 2 GA JV Result: Logan 2, DV 2 Frosh Result: Logan 2, DV 1
1st Half Scoring: None 2nd Half Scoring: DLS: Joey Jones 50:00 (PK) JL: German Villalobos 55:00 DLS Goalie: Keegan Murphy. 80 Min, 5 Saves, 1 GA JL: Andres Marquez, 80 Min, 6 Saves, 1 GA
Music at the Mission, along with the Filipino American National Historical Society (East Bay Chapter) and Design2Market, have come together to stage a relief concert to support victims of Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan). Performing artists and community members from all walks of life are volunteering their time and effort for the “Bayanihan” Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) Relief Concert in the spirit of people helping people. The goal of the concert is to raise $10,000 for typhoon victims. All proceeds from this concert will go toward Typhoon relief distributed by Give2Asia to local relief agencies on the ground in the Philippines. In Tagalog, the term “bayanihan” refers to a
Logan Keyro 14, Schaper 16, Loza 5, Godfrey 13, Leno 14 Deer Valley Johnson 5, Jordan 5, Wallace 4, Fox 16, Hunter 2, Rogers 7, Thompson 4, Goings 5, #35 4
December 14, 2013 Logan 1, De La Salle 1
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JV: Logan 44, Salesian 52 Frosh: Logan 17, De La Salle 59 December 10, 2013 Logan 61, Freedom 84
spirit of communal unity or effort to achieve a particular objective. Performers and guest speaker include: Christina Mok, violin, Karen Shinozaki Sor, violin, Elizabeth Prior, viola, Richard Andaya, cello, Adele-Akiko Kearns, cello, Aileen Chanco, piano, and Kate Gillis, Medical Relief Worker, who recently returned from disaster sites in the Philippines. Bayanihan Concert Sunday, Dec. 22 8 p.m. Mission San Jose 43300 Mission Blvd, Fremont http://musicatmsj.org/bayanihan/index.html Tickets: $25 - $30
time. East Bay again pulled away by as many as 15 points in the second half, but Monterey Bay closed the gap to just five points with 85 seconds left in regulation. “We are incredibly fortunate to win the game. I thought Monterey Bay outplayed us all night long,” said East Bay Head Coach Suzy Barcomb. “We did not value the basketball. We made poor decisions on the defensive end of the floor and gave up too many easy looks.” A big effort from sophomore Tori Breshers proved the difference as she scored a career-high 17 points. Down the stretch she halted a fastbreak scoring opportunity and took a charge with 24 seconds left to seal the game. “If Tori had not delivered the way she did, we would have taken the loss tonight,” said coach Barcomb. “She played with good energy and a big heart.” Breshers picked up most of the slack, and teammate Meaghan Cichoke appeared in her first game of the season as teammate Danielle Peacon was limited to just 12 first half minutes. Rachel Finnegan hustled her way all night to the tune of seven points and season-high nine rebounds in a very efficient evening. Brianna Terrance played a team-high 34 minutes and scored 14 points on 5-of-8 shooting from the floor. Sarah Finlay netted both of the team’s 3-pointers while scoring eight points. Monterey Bay’s Nikki Beckman matched her career-high with 19 points on 18 shots, to lead her team. Ashley Morgan scored in double figures for the third straight conference game with 13. The Pioneer defense took away one of the big three for Monterey Bay as Angelique Bailey, who averaged 15 points in two previous CCAA contests, was held scoreless. Saturday makes it back-to-back victories over Cal State Monterey Bay after the Otters got the better of the Pioneers during the first seven meetings.
Logan Harris 6, Keyro 4, Schaper 12, Rodriguez 2, Loza 14, Godfrey 9, Fortenberry 1, Leno 13. Freedom Evans 4, D. Pope 8, Thomas 3, Mallett 18, E. Smith 24, R. Pope 15, McIntosh 5, Roxas 4, K. Smith 1, Mixon 2 JV: Logan 41, Freedom 81 Frosh: Logan 67, Freedom 83
December 12, 2013 Logan 43, Castro Valley 55
Logan Harris 4, Schaper 6, Loza 14, Godfrey 8, Leno 11. Castro Valley Johnson 10, McFerren 18, Harley 12, Garcia 6, Valli 4, Lane 5 JV: Logan 42, Castro Valley 73 Frosh: Logan 39, Castro Valley 48 Logan 49, St Francis 51 (December 14, 2013)
SUBMITTED BY HAYWARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Would you like to have your family photo in the Hayward Area Historical Society’s new exhibition at the HAHS Center for History & Culture? HAHS is looking for “home” photos - images, past or present, of your family outside or inside the place you call home. Send your images to the attention of Diane Curry at: HAHS, 22380 Foothill Blvd, Hayward, CA 94541or email to info@haywardareahistory.org. Please include your name, contact information, and any additional information about the image (who, what, when, where).
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Quadracycle a new form of transportation BY TONY REID (DECATUR) HERALD AND REVIEW TUSCOLA, Ill. (AP), In the old song about a financially challenged beau lusting after a sweetheart called Daisy, he tells her: “It won’t be a stylish marriage/I can’t afford a carriage/but you’ll look sweet upon the seat of a bicycle built for two.’’ Well, ditch that old-fashioned tandem and wait until Daisy gets a load of this: introducing the Quadracycle, the 21stcentury answer to heading out on the highway in search of romance or whatever comes your way. Born to be mild rather than wild, the Quadracycle is a two-seater bicycle with the seats side by side and the bike has four wheels rather than just two. Only one person steers, but both parties pedal, and they motivate themselves via a 21-speed shifting system on each side so you could argue the Quadracycle actually has 42 speeds. But a clever gearing system blends the power so you basically move at the speed of whoever is pedaling fastest. This four-wheeled chariot is more about comfort than velocity, however. As-
sembled at the Amish-owned Schlabach’s Bike Shop near Tuscola, it’s crafted with the cruising class in mind. The cushy seats, with their padded backrests, are normally found on boats, and the bike is steered with a steering wheel rather than handlebars, the smooth mechanism working through a rack-andpinion system just like in your car. The front axle also pivots up and down to smooth out the way ahead, and the overall effect is a far cry from the shock and awe of regular cycling on Illinois’ less than bike-friendly road surfaces. “Nice, isn’t it?’’ asks Quadracycle sales representative Rich Flavin as he takes a visitor out for a test drive. Flavin, 48, is a non-Amish four-wheel bike believer from Peoria who runs a sales website for the Quadracycle. On this fine day, the September sun beats down out of an azure blue sky, but that doesn’t have to be a problem for long: The Amish, having access to just about every skill set available in God’s green creation, Schlabach’s has contracted with a specialist shop called Otto’s Canvas to build brightly striped canopies that shelter the seats and are available as an option, along with chrome chain guards and fend-
MVROP students are finalists in national contest
ers, dual mirrors and a horn. Daisy would no doubt be impressed. “This is what you would call a more sociable tandem,’’ Flavin adds. It’s not cheap, but you are getting made-in-America quality that is built to last. Schlabach’s is owned by Eli Mast, 31, and his cousin John Mast owns Okaw Machine LLC, which handles the steel frame welding and custom powder coating paintwork in either red, blue, yellow, green, white or black. A standard basic two-seater called a ``Sport’’ costs about $2,200, while a single-seat version for those who just want to be alone – the ``Sprint’’ – goes for $1,650 in base trim. If you really want to put the pedal to the metal and go for the ultimate multipassenger bike experience, there is the Quadracycle ``Metraquad Deluxe’’ package at $2,000 that adds another two seats and two wheels to the Sport to seat one driver and three Daisys at the same time. ``We’ve previously sold one, and we’ve got a second guy just picked his up the other day, and there is a third guy in the wings looking at one,’’ said Flavin. Mast, who owns Schlabach’s, says sales are going well across all Quadracycle categories as America embraces a bike with a
City of Fremont Briefs SUBMITTED BY CHERYL GOLDEN Calling All Fremont Shutterbugs
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ALLISON ALDINGER Mission Valley Regional Occupational Program (MVROP) students enrolled in the, Electronic Media Production (EMP) Academy on the James Logan High School campus submitted a video project which has been selected as one of the top ten final entries in a national contest to win “the world’s smallest HD mobile production vehicle.” EMP Academy, instructed by Richard Yacco, is a career technical education program in which students learn video production art skills. Academy students who created the entry include: Mohammed Ali, Augustus Egipto Jr., Jennifer Eubank, Brandon Evangelista, Michael Fajardo, Ricardo Guzman, Terrance Ramirez, Ranelle Sanchez, Sean Stewart, Ulysses Tan, Kiersten Villanueva, and Isaiah Wahilani. Contest sponsor, NewTek, selected the MVROP EMP Academy at James Logan from hundreds of submissions
throughout the nation. Logan, along with seven other high schools, and two university contest finalists will receive a $5,000 prize. The grand prize for the contest, a TriCaster 455 with 3Play 425, is a complete video production system that allows live-streaming of a multi-camera video production incorporating 3D visual effects and slow-motion. All of this HD gear is built into a custom SmartCar that allows live sports coverage for both home and away games, and is valued at more than $50,000. The contest required numerous stages of entry submissions. The EMP Academy final submission consisted of a three-minute video to convince the judges that their program is the best home for the NewTek Streaming Sports Car. Kiersten Villanueva, student video director states, “We had a lot of fun creating our entry. We think we did a great job and our chances of winning are good.” The winner of the NewTek contest will be announced in midDecember. To view the contest video entries go to www.mvrop.org.
Bikes gifted to special needs program SUBMITTED BY JENNIFER LUCAS Mission San Jose High School held a reception to welcome a great partner and future sponsor – Special Need Children Center Foundation (SNCCF) – to their Adapted P.E. Special Needs Biking program that began in 2001 at Fremont Unified School District by Jennifer Lucas. Special Need Children Center Foundation has an incredible heart by gifting brand new bikes, bike helmets, safety vests, and other maintenance items to the biking program to ensure the program’s safety and future success. Zia Oboodiyat (SNCCF President) has blessed Special Needs Children with an early Holiday Gift this year. FUSD Superintendent, Dr. Morris, and Karen Russell, Director of Special Services both spoke at the reception. For more information on the Special Need Children Center Foundation, visit www.snccf.org.
The City of Fremont is in the process of revamping its website, www.Fremont.gov, which will launch next year. One of the primary goals is to make the site a very visual experience. That’s where you come in. We’re looking for high-quality photos that truly capture the spirit of Fremont, whether that means showcasing a local event, taking a landscape shot of Lake Elizabeth and Central Park, or featuring the faces that make up this wonderful city. It’s completely up to you. You can submit your photos to enews@fremont.gov. Please keep in mind that any given email must be less than 10MB. Local photographers may also share their work via a URL. Also, please be sure to include your contact information so we know how to get in touch with you. If your photo is selected, please be prepared to sign a photo release form. We will, of course, be giving you photo credit on the new website as a token of our appreciation for your contribution. Thanks for being part of the action! We can’t wait to see what Fremont looks like from your eyes. Information Technology Strategic Plan On Sept. 17, Fremont took a big step toward growing its technological footprint. On this day, Marilyn Crane, Fremont’s director of information technology services, presented the City’s first Information Technology Strategic Plan to the City Council. The Strategic Plan is a roadmap for technology, which outlines how the City will provide technological resources to residents and City employees over the course of five years. The Plan identifies eight major technology initiatives that
wheel on each corner. ``We’re selling them all over the United States, shipping them to Washington state, the state of Texas, New York and Florida,’’ explains Mast. ``We’ve been to all four corners now.’’ Mast has been producing and refining Quadracycles since 2010, after buying out the original Indiana company that developed them. He describes it as a specialist niche market that appeals to his bike sensibilities and is on an upward cycle in customer demand. “It’s a good way to go riding together,’’ he says of the multiseaters. “And you can carry on a conversation much easier if you are sitting side by side.’’ Flavin says one grandfather customer he knows is getting his two-seater Quadracycle upgraded to a Metraquad so he and grandma can go for a spin with the grandchildren. ``He tells me he is hoping to put the grandkids on the front and him and his wife at the back,’’ Flavin said. ``And then the grandkids won’t know if he is pedaling or not.’’ Source: (Decatur) Herald and Review, http://bit.ly/1eFAcD9 Information from: Herald & Review, http://www.herald-review.com
will improve delivery of services: open data, mobile applications, enterprise applications, business intelligence, citywide security, IT fiber optic infrastructure, Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telecommunications, and citywide broadband (Internet) and wireless access in the community. These eight technology initiatives support the City Council’s goals for an effective and efficient city government, a vibrant local economy, civic engagement, and access to open government. The IT Strategic Plan marks an important milestone for Fremont. The City’s first priority has always been its residents. By proactively embracing new technology, this initiative will significantly improve accessibility and open up the channels of communication between the City and its residents. Plus, it’s further validation that Fremont is an innovative, tech-savvy city to look out for. To view the full IT Strategic Plan, please visit www.Fremont.gov/ITStrategicPlan. City of Fremont Holiday Closures Police, Fire Services Not Affected
The City of Fremont is implementing a Holiday Closure for many non-essential City Services from Monday, Dec. 23, 2013, through Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2014. The Holiday Closure is scheduled for Dec. 23, 26, 27 and 30, 2013, while City holidays are observed on Dec. 24, 25, 31, 2013, and Jan. 1, 2014. City offices participating in the Holiday Closure will re-open for business on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2014. This closure will not affect police and fire services. Offices that are taking part in the Holiday Closure include: • City Hall, 3300 Capitol Ave., Building A and Building B (Administrative offices) • Fire Administration, 3300 Capitol Ave., Building A • Development Services Center, 39550 Liberty St. • Maintenance Center, 42551 Osgood Rd. • All Community Centers
Offices and facilities providing limited services during the Holiday Closure include: • Parks and Recreation, 3300 Capitol Ave., Building B (for enrollment of recreation programs only, from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (510) 494-4300 for additional information.) • Community Centers and Recreation buildings with Holiday Day Camps, Programs, and prebooked facility rentals • Life Eldercare (clients should contact (510) 574-2090 for additional information) • Afghan Elderly Association (clients should contact their caseworker for additional information) During the Holiday Closure: • The Fire Department and Police Department will continue to provide public safety services. • A minimum number of City staff will be available in an on-call status to provide emergency maintenance services such as responding to storm-related issues. • Animal Services will provide regular services and the Tri-City Animal Shelter, located at 1950 Stevenson Blvd., will be open Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Dec. 26-28. • The Human Services Department will have two crisis counselors available at the Family Resource Center, located at 39155 Liberty St. • The Parks and Recreation Department will offer camps and other programs. • Community members with active building permits can call (510) 494-4885 for inspections on Dec. 23, 26, 27, and 30, 2013. • The Fremont Tennis Center will be open for public play, weather permitting. Some holiday public hours; call (510) 790-5510 for tennis-related information. Historically, demand for many City services during the December and January holiday season is low. It is anticipated that the Holiday Closure will have little or no impact on service delivery efficiency. For more information, visit www.Fremont.gov/HolidayClosure or call (510) 284-4093.
Contest tests basic fire safety knowledge SUBMITTED BY THE NFPA The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) launched the fourth and final contest in the series in which participants can test their fire safety knowledge and enter for a chance to receive an Apple® iPad mini®. The contest runs through December 22. NFPA developed this contest series to give people an easy and fun way to brush up on basic fire safety tips, said Lorraine Carli, NFPA vice president of Communications. By taking just a few minutes out of their day to participate in this month’s contest, people can take steps to improve their personal safety by learning or reviewing a few basic tips on smoke alarms. The contest is available online at: www.nfpa.org/2013FPWContest.
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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 485618 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Avenue Properties, 39199 Paseo Padre Pkwy #E, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda; P.O. Box 3836, San Ramon, CA 94583 Waheed Popal, 8026 Calvert Circle, San Ramon, CA 94582 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/ Waheed Popal This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on December 5, 2013. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/17, 12/24, 12/31, 1/7/14 CNS-2566890# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 485185 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Chef Chai, 47894 Warm Springs, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Chonthicha Tieojaroenkit, 2151 Oakland Rd., Spc. #137, San Jose, CA 95131 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/ Chonthicha Tieojaroenkit This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 19, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2565910# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 485650 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Landream Law Firm, 35640 Fremont Blvd. #122, Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Guolan Chen, 34241 Xanadu Ter, Fremont, CA 94555 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Guolan Chen This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on December 5, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2565898# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 484971 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Leandros Publishing, 2940 Claremont Ave. #3, Berkeley, CA 94705, County of Alameda James E. Ohara, 2940 Claremont Ave #3, Berkeley, CA 94705 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/ James E. Ohara This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 14, 2013. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2565396#
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 484973 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Strategic Solutions HR Consulting, 150 Cherrywood Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577, County of Alameda Elisha T. Moody, 150 Cherrywood Ave., San Leandro, CA 94577 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/ Elisha T. Moody This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 14, 2013. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2565392# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 485497 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Eva Learning Center, 35233-G Newark Blvd., Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Siyu Yan, 6057 Birch Pl., Newark, CA 94560 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2014 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/ Siyu Yan This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on December 3, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2565282# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 485106 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Patterson Power Group, 5486 Clarendon Park Court, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda, 45252 Industrial Drive, Suite 47, Fremont, CA 94538, County of Alameda Malcolm L. Patterson, Jr., 5486 Clarendon Park Court, 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/ Malcolm L. Patterson, Jr., This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 18, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2564894# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 485201 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Shine Insurance Agency, 652 Boar Circle, Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Hardeep Kaur Rajasonsi, 652 Boar Circle, Fremont, CA 94539 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/10/2013. 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/ Hardeep Kaur Rajasonsi, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 20, 2013. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2564585# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 485303 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Fty-East Bay, 4636 Alameda Dr., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda
Transbay Tube retrofit complete SUBMITTED BY BART BART passengers traveling through the Transbay Tube will no longer endure single-tracking delays caused by earthquake retrofit work as BART engineers have completed one phase of the important project ahead of schedule. In March, BART began work installing heavy steel plates inside the tube to make it stronger against an earthquake. BART originally estimated the project to last 14 months, but instead, it took only eight. “We are thrilled the work was finished early and BART passengers will no longer be inconvenienced from this phase of our larger project to make the tube as resilient as possible,” said Tom Horton, group manager of BART’s Earthquake Safety Program. “With this phase of strengthening complete, BART will begin planning the next stages of this multi-year effort. All work will be planned to minimize impact to our riders. The result will be a stronger, safer Transbay Tube.” This work is part of BART’s Earthquake Safety Program to strengthen not only the tube but also 34 stations, 22 miles of elevated track (including 1,918 support columns) and parking structures and other facilities. The program is on budget. For more information about BART, visit www.bart.gov.
Justin Dutcher, 3542 East Ave., #A, Livermore, CA 94550 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/ Justin Dutcher This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 22, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/10, 12/17, 12/24, 12/31/13 CNS-2564583# STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 431736 The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the fictitious business name: Economy Air Travels, 1945 Berry More Common #L, Fremont, CA 94538; Mailing Address: 39962 Cedar Blvd., #278, Newark, CA 94560 The fictitious business name statement for the Partnership was filed on 11/18/2009 in the County of Alameda. Jaffar Salih Shaik Abubacker, 350 Franciscan Ct., #19, Fremont, CA 94539 Shakila Banu Syed Jaffar, 1945 Berry More Common, #L, Fremont, CA 94538 This business was conducted by: General Partnership S/ Jaffar Salih Shaik Abubacker This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 22, 2013. 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 12/24/13 CNS-2563890# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 484902 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: J & D Custom Cabinets, 5423 Central Av., Suite #13, Newark, CA 94560, County of Alameda Julio R. Chamale, 36436 Buckeye St., Newark, CA 94560 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Julio R. Chamale This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 13, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 12/24/13 CNS-2563237# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 484831 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Cal Bear Scientific and Engineering, 2452 Silsby Ave., Union City, CA 94587, County of Alameda Jeffrey E. Huling, 2452 Silsby Ave., Union City, CA 94587 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) /s/ Jeffrey Huling This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 8, 2013. NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/26, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17/13 CNS-2560973# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 484913 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Irvington Auto Center, 43600 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94536, County of Alameda Michael T. Nguyen, 4417 Elaiso Common, 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/ Michael Nguyen This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 13, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before
the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/26, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17/13 CNS-2560684# FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 484914 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Irvington Auto Service, 493 Washington Blvd., Fremont, CA 94539, County of Alameda Minh Kha Nguyen, 4497 Cherrywood Ave., Fremont, CA 94538 This business is conducted by an individual The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/12/13 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/ Nguyen Minh This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on November 13, 2013 NOTICE-In accordance with Section 17920(a), a Fictitious Name Statement generally expires five years from the date it was filed with the County Clerk, except as provided in Section 17920(b), where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A New Fictitious Business Name Statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a Fictitious Business Name in violation of the rights of another under Federal, State, or common law (See Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 11/26, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17/13 CNS-2560681#
GOVERNMENT ORDINANCE NO. 791-13 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY AMENDING CHAPTER 5.42, ADDING CHAPTER 5.43, ADDING SECTION 18.04.210, AND AMENDING CHAPTER 18.08 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT MEDICAL MARIJUANA DISPENSARIES, E-CIGARETTE BARS/ LOUNGES, VAPOR BARS/LOUNGES, AND HOOKAH BARS/LOUNGES; TO REGULATE THE SALE OF CIGARS, CIGARILLOS, AND ELECTRONIC CIGARETTES; AND TO REPEAL RELATED TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ORDINANCES (AT-13-002) The above entitled ordinance was adopted by the City Council on December 10, 2013. This abbreviated notice is published in lieu of the full text of the ordinance. A copy of the full text of the ordinance, as it was read and adopted on December 10, 2013, is available on the City’s website at: http: //lf2.unioncity.org/weblink8/0/fol/112/Row1.aspx. A copy of the full text of the ordinance is also available at the Office of the City Clerk, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California, during normal business hours. The City Clerk can be reached by phone at 510-675-5348 if you desire a copy of the full text of the ordinance sent to you via email or by first class mail. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Union City at a regular meeting held on December 10, 2013, by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Duncan, Gacoscos, and Navarro, Vice Mayor Ellis, Mayor Dutra-Vernaci NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None APPROVED: /s/ Carol Dutra-Vernaci CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI, Mayor ATTEST: /s/ Renee Elliott RENEE ELLIOTT, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: /s/ Benjamin T. Reyes II BENJAMIN T. REYES II, City Attorney 12/17/13 CNS-2567795# CITY OF UNION CITY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) TO PROVIDE DESIGN SERVICES FOR ALVARADO-NILES ROAD PEDESTRIAN SAFETYIMPROVEMENTS PROJECT CITY PROJECT NO. 12-10 FEDERAL PROJECT NO. HSIPL-5354 (035) Proposals to provide design services for the Alvarado-Niles Road Pedestrian Safety Improvements will be received at the City of Union, Public Works Department, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, California until Monday, January 13, 2014 at 5 p.m. This project includes federal funds. The City has established a DBE goal of 8.0% for this contract. Contact the Department of Public Works at (510) 675-5308 to request a copy of the RFP. All questions should be faxed to Michael Renk, City of Union City at (510) 489-9468 or emailed to mrenk@ci.unioncity.ca.us. City of Union City Dated: November 26, 2013 12/10, 12/17/13 CNS-2564593#
PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MABEL M. LUI CASE NO. RP13703518 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Mabel M. Lui A Petition for Probate has been filed by Raphael Mak in the Superior Court of
California, County of Alameda. The Petition for Probate requests that Raphael Mak be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The Petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. 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 on 1-22-14 at 9:30AM in Dept. 201 located at 2120 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley, Calif 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 the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 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: Gerard Lam, 1407 Webster Street, Suite 216, Oakland, California 94612, Telephone: (510) 4656685 12/3, 12/10, 12/17/13 CNS-2562923#
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LARRY CALLOWAY SMITH SR. CASE NO. RP13704068 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Larry Calloway Smith, Sr. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Gene L. Smith in the Superior Court of California, County of Alameda. The Petition for Probate requests that Gene L. Smith 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 on 1-28-14 at 9:30 am 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 the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. 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. Petitioner: GENE L. SMITH, 300 Pinto Court, Vallejo, CA 94591, Telephone: 707557-2862 12/3, 12/10, 12/17/13 CNS-2562918#
Dash re-united after missing three years SUBMITTED BY GENEVA BOSQUES Dash, a handsome orange tabby cat is finally going home after being lost for three and a half years. As good guardians, Dash’s family had him neutered and micro-chipped when they got him as a young kitten. The family then moved from San Jose to Fremont and Dash got scared and ran away. Dash’s family searched high and low for several weeks, but were never able to locate him. This week Dash was brought into the TriCity Animal Shelter by a new homeowner who found that the house she had just purchased came with an orange tabby cat! The seller said that she had been feeding the orange tabby for three years but she always thought it was the neighbor’s cat. The cat expected the new home owner to provide him with food and they thought he was a stray in need of a new home, so they brought him to the shelter.
Staff at the shelter did a quick scan and located the microchip. The microchip brought up Dash’s special registration number and they were then able to contact his original family. When the staff called the family, they had the following conversation: Shelter staff, “Did you lose a cat?” Dash’s family: “Yes”... “Is it an orange tabby?” Shelter staff, “Yes” Dash’s family, “Oh my goodness, you found Dash!” The owner was thrilled to hear that Dash was in good shape and ready to be reunited with the family. Three and a half years is a long time to be a homeless cat and luckily for Dash, he will be homeless no more. Dash was reunited at the Tri-City Animal Shelter on December 5, 2013. The Tri-City Animal Shelter is located at 1950 Stevenson Boulevard in Fremont.
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Government Briefs City Council summaries do not include all business transacted at the noted meetings. These outlines represent selected topics and actions. For a full description of agendas, decisions and discussion, please consult the website of the city of interest: Fremont (www.fremont.gov), Hayward (www.hayward-ca.gov), Milpitas (www.ci.milpitas.ca.gov), Newark (www.ci.newark.ca.us), Union City (www.ci.union-city.ca.us).
Fremont City Council
nificant environmental effect Ceremonial: Honor Alameda Lodge #167 Free and Accepted Masons of the State of California Honoring Jim Pierson on his retirement Public Communications: Fremont Employee representatives noted that current communication with City regarding withholding of dues and resolution of this issue is welcome Scheduled Items: Review of Community Survey of 602 randomly-selected residents. According to the survey, most residents rate quality of life good or excellent.
December 10, 201
Honor Alameda Lodge #167 Free and Accepted Masons of the State of California
Honoring Jim Pierson on his retirement
Consent Calendar: Award contract for base repair and
overlay to Fonseca/McElroy Grinding Company in the amount of $5,845,554. Accept annual Development Impact Fee report Approve renewal of janitorial service agreement with GSA Services Group, Inc. for 2014 in the amount not to exceed
Hayward City Council December 10, 2013 Public Hearing: Introduce ordinance to prohibit simulated gambling devices except “amusement devices” that are within State Law and internet access usage at approved businesses. Legislative Business: Preliminary year-end General Fund review includes a General Fund gap of $2.6M in 2014 and growing. One-time payments have helped balance the General Fund in 2013. A General Fund review and 10 year plan will be presented in March 2014. Although some income categories are growing, others are not and some critical expenses are not included in the budget such as retiree medical, infrastructure, staff resources. (no action) FY 2015-16 council priorities including safety, school performance, citizen satisfaction, infrastructure, disaster preparedness, library services, blight, climate action plan, health, employee retention and satisfaction and a sustainable economy using safe, clean and green land use policies. Adopt 2013 building and fire codes that are updated every three years by the State of California. Mayor Michael Sweeney Barbara Halliday Greg Jones Al Mendall Marvin Peixoto Mark Salinas (Mayor pro tem) Francisco Zermeno
Absent Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye
Newark City Council December 12, 2013 Public Hearings: Approve General Plan update and certify Environmental Impact Report. Public comments reflected concern over changing the land use of Area 4 from open space/agriculture to low density residential development including loss of wildlife habitat and sea level rise concerns. Consent: Approve project specific funding agreement for engineering/environmental and plan design with Alameda County Transportation Commission for Central Avenue overpass project Cancel Council Meeting on December 26, 2013 Accept work of G. Bortolotto & Company, Inc. for asphalt concrete street overlay Amend employee classification for Information Systems Specialist Approve side letter agreement with Newark Police Association for additional health care compensation Accept annual report on Newark Development Impact Fees for FY 2012-13 Award contract for Jerry Raber Ash Street Park turf renovation from Pacheco Brothers Gardening, Inc. Authorize conditional payment to BLT Enterprises for interim agreement and amendment of biennial budget for FY 2013-14 Approve purchase of body worn camera system for Police Department Nonconsent: Approve alternative compliance of Inclusionary Housing Ordinance for Timber Street Project. Approve contract with Keyser Marston Associates, Inc. for residential nexus study and documentation for an affordable housing impact fee ordinance. Legal challenges to inclusionary requirements make this essential. Using same organization that has completed study for Fremont eliminates duplication and saves costs. Amend contract between CalPERS and City of Newark for employee cost sharing City Council Matters: Reappoint Ana Apodaca as Mayor Pro Tempore Reappoint Bernie Nillo to the Planning Commission, declare vacancy on commission Approve appointment of Commissioner Michael Hannon to Community Development Advisory Committee Approval and post 2014 Local Appointments list Mayor Alan Nagy Vice Mayor Ana Apodaca Luis Freitas Maria “Sucy” Collazo Robert Marshall
Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye
$1,243,155 and 2015 not to exceed $1,267,042 Approve Disposition and Development Agreement with BHV CenterStreet Properties for Artist Walk/Centerville Unified Site. Find that zoning text amendment will conform to General Plan and has no sig-
Union City City Council Meeting December 10, 2013 Presentations and Proclamations: The council honored Luzon Brokerage Corporation for contributing to aid for victims of Typhoon Haiyan. Councilmember Lorrin Ellis appointed as Vice Mayor. Consent: Accept work for the 2013 Slurry Seal Project Re-appoint Alternate Commissioner Dave Sweilem to a four-year term on the Planning Commission. Items removed from consent: Adopt an ordinance to place restrictions on tobacco-and-marijuana-related venues and sale of tobacco-related paraphernalia. Approve business license compliance review fees. Establish budget of $42,610 in FY 13-14 for monument sign design and branding for the Old Alvarado District. (Dutra-Vernaci recusal)
Ohlone College Board of Trustees December 11, 2013 Ceremonial Items: Emeritus for Thomas McMahon Recognition of Service for Robert Douglass Organizational Meeting: In 2014, Garrett Yee will serve as chair of Board of Trustees, while Greg Bonaccorsi will serve as vice chair. Ohlone President/Superintendent Gari Browning will continue as the Board Secretary. Consent Agenda: Approval of October 2013 payroll warrants: $2,232,137.76 Authorize membership in Community College Insurance Group Recognize in-kind contributions to District: $215.53 Review purchase orders: $159,968.86 and bulk purchase orders: $122,290.85 Ratify contracts: $257,108.
Mayor Bill Harrison Vice Mayor Vinnie Bacon Anu Natarajan Suzanne Lee Chan Raj Salwan
Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye
City Manager Reports Recommendations from the Economic Development Advisory Team to develop an incentive program for business investment such as a business license tax with a maximum cap of $43,000 and a fee reduction for Old Alvarado. (No action) Authorize the city manager to negotiate and execute agreement with BLT Enterprises of Fremont, LLC in the not-to-exceed amount of $20,642.61. Opt out of participating in phase 2 of Alameda County’s waste management mandatory recycling ordinance. Fiscal Year 2013-14 report estimates $45,042,388 as year-end revenue. (No action) Mayor Carol Dutra-Vernaci (1 abstention) Vice Mayor Lorrin Ellis Emily Duncan: Pat Gacoscos: Jim Navarro:
Aye Aye Aye Aye Aye
Ratify an agreement of landscape architectural services with Verde Design, Revision #1 for the Athletic Fields Project: $263,400. Approve parking lot improvement contracts with Redgwick Construction Co.: $1,047,839. To the Board for Discussion/Action Approve the academic core buildings agreement for preliminary services with Sundt Construction, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $475,000. Accept Independent auditor’s report, the performance audit of Bond Measure A, and Measure G of the fiscal year 2012-2013 ending June 30, 2013, which puts the current net position at $83,438,821. Approve Trustee Compensation increase from $291.72 per month to $306.31 month in 2014. Ms. Vivien Larsen, Chair: Mr. Garrett Yee, Vice Chair: Mr. Greg Bonaccorsi: Mr. Kevin Bristow: sent (auditor’s report) Ms. Teresa Cox: Ms. Jan Giovannini-Hill: Mr. Rich Watters: Ms. Prabhjot Kaur, Student:
Aye Aye Aye 5 ayes, 1 abAbsent Aye Aye Aye
New Haven Board of Education Briefs SUBMITTED BY NEW HAVEN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Jonas Dino, in his fourth term and the longest-serving member of the Board of Education, was elected by his colleagues on Dec. 10 to serve as Board President through December 2014. Michelle Matthews was elected Clerk. Also, the Board approved the first interim budget report for 2013-14 as well as multi-year projections for 2014-15 and 2015-16. Interim Co-Superintendent and Chief Business Officer Akur Varadarajan told the Board that the 201314 California Budget Act provides public education with its most stable fiscal footing in more than a decade, including $1.2 billion in one-time funds to support the implementation of Common Core State Standards for instruction. New Haven will receive $2.5 million for Common Core implementation, to be used for instructional materials, technology and professional development. In addition, Mr. Varadarajan reported, the passage of Proposition 30 affords temporary tax revenues that will provide additional funding to schools, primarily in the form of $2.1 billion statewide to implement the new funding structure known as the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF). With more stable funding, the District can begin working to gradually reverse some of the budget cuts it has been forced to adopt over the past several years; cuts that resulted in a shorter school year, increased class sizes, fewer work days for employees and across-the-board salary reductions. Also, the Board: Accepted and approved the Facilities Master Plan, including site-by-site projects categorized as follows: health and safety, technology classroom enhancements, non-classroom enhancements, deferred maintenance and miscellaneous items. Appointed representatives to the following committees and agencies: Regional Occupational Program Board (Jonas Dino, Sarabjit Cheema); Alameda County School Boards Association (Mr. Dino, Ms. Cheema-alternate); Special Education Local Plan Area Policy Board (Michael Ritchie, Michelle Matthewsalternate) California Interscholastic Federation (Ms. Matthews, Ms. Cheema-alternate); Board of Education/City Council Sub-Committee (Mr. Dino, Ms. Matthews); Union City Youth Violence Prevention Advisory Committee (Ms. Matthews, Linda Canlas).
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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 of Fremont We meet Wednesday at 12:15 p.m. at Spin-a-Yarn Restuaruant 45915 Warm Springs Blvd. Fremont, 510-656-9141 Service through Fun http://the/ fremontrotaryclub.org Please come visit our club We wlecome new members
Dawn Breakers Lions Club Our Motto is: WE SERVE Meetings -1st & 3rd Thursdays 6:45am-8am El Patio Restaurant 37311 Fremont, Blvd., Fremont We welcome Men & Women with desire to serve our community 510-371-4065 for Free Brochure
Daughters of the American Revolution Ohlone Chapter Visit our meetings. We have activities promoting historic preservation, education & patriotism 1st Sat of each mo. Sept - May - 10 am-12 p Centerville Presbyterian Church 4360 Central Ave, Fremont
Friendship Force of San Francisco Bay Area Experience a country and its culture with local hosts and promote global goodwill. Clubs in 56 countries. Visit Australia in Feb. Host French in Sept. Monthly programs & socials. www.ffsfba.org www.thefriendshipforce.org Call 510-794-6844 or 793-0857.
Afro-American Cultural & Historical Society, Inc. Meetings: Third Saturday 5:30pm in member homes Call: 510-793-8181 for location Email: contact@aachisi.com See web for Speical Events www.aachis.com We welcome all new members Celebrating 40th anniversary
The League of Women Voters invites you to visit our website at www.lwvfnuc.org
NARFE National Assoc of Active and Retired Federal Employees
You'll find valuable information about your community and voter issues. Keep up to date & learn about our Tri-City area monthly programs. Our programs are non-partisan and free to the public.
Meet 4th Friday of Month Fremont Senior Center Central Park @ Noon All current or retired Federal Employees are welcome. Call Ellen 510-656-7973
Hayward Demos Democratic Club Monthly meetings-learn about current issues from experts, speak with officials. Annual special events such as Fall Festival, Pot-lucks and more Meetings open to all registered Democrats. For information www.haywarddemos.org
Bring Your Heart to Hospice Hold a hand, lend an ear, be a hospice volunteer. Vitas Innovative Hospice Care Call Alicia Schwemer at 408/964/6800 or Visit Vitas.com/Volunteers
Celebrate Recovery Free yourself from any hurt, hang-up or habit Join us at 33450 9th street Union City Thursdays 7pm -9pm or call anytime 510-586-5747 or 510-520-2769
SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments) Domestic Violence Support Group (Drop In & FREE) Tue. Hayward PD 1-4 pm (510) 293-7125 Wed. Fremont PD 9 am-1pm (510) 790-6939 Thu. San Leandro PD 9 am-12pm (510) 577-3267
AARP Newark Meetings Newark Senior Center 7401 Enterprise Drive., Newark last Monday of each month at 10:00 am. All seniors (50+) are welcome to attend Contact 510-402-8318 http://aarp-newark-californiawebs.com/
Tri-City Volunteers Food Bank Invigorate your spirit & volunteer. Drop ins welcome Mon - Fri. Work off your Traffic violation by giving back to the community in need. Students 14 years & older welcome. Email Erin: ewright@tri-Cityvolunteer.org
Sun Gallery Holiday Boutique Event All kinds of hand made items for Holiday Gift Giving. Supports our Children’s Art Programs 1015 E Street Hayward Thursday, Sat & Sun 10-4pm Fri noon-6pm 510-581-4050 Need Vendors Also
SAVE (Safe Alternatives to Violent Environments) FREE Restraining Order Clinic (Domestic Violence) Tues. Hayward Police 1-4 pm Wed. Fremont Police 9 am - 1 pm Thurs. San Leandro Police 9 am - noon
Fri SAVE Office 9 am - noon Office (510) 574-2250 24/7 Hotline (510) 794-6055 www.save-dv.org
Serious Mental Illness Free 12 week course for caregivers of someone with a serious mental illness. Starting Jan 11 From 9am-11:30am in Fremont. Registration required. Contact: Joe Rose at 510-378-1578 or email to info@NAMIacs.org www.NAMI.org
Maitri Immigration Program Free Assistance and Referrals for Domestic Violence Survivors. Provide Services in Hindi, Punjabi, Bangla, Tamil and many other South Asian languages. Crisis line: 888-8-Maitri Please call for screening.
Fremont Area Writers Want to write? Meet other writers? Join us from 2-4 p.m. every fourth Saturday except July and December. Rm. 223 at DeVry University, 6600 Dumbarton Circle, Fremont Call Carol at (510) 565-0619 www.cwc-fremontareawriters.org
KIWANIS CLUB OF FREMONT We meet Tuesdays at 7:00 a.m. Fremont/Newark Hilton 39900 Balentine Drive, Newark www.kiwanisfremont.org Contact Elise Balgley at (510) 693-4524
Fremont Cribbage Club teaches cribbage to new players & tournament cribbage to all players of any skill level every Tues. 6:15pm at Round Table Pizza 37480 Fremont Blvd., Centerville Email:Accgr43@gmail.com Or call Tracy (510) 793-6472 American Cribbage Congress www.cribbage.org
Writers Open Mic Share your creativity with an audience! 7-9 p.m. fourth Mondays BookSmart, Lower Level, NewPark Mall, in Newark Tony Pino (510) 857-6722 www.cwc-fremontareawriters.org
Interested in Portuguese Culture and Traditions? PFSA (Portuguese Fraternal Society of America) Promotes youth scholarships, community charities, and cultural events. All are welcome. Contact 510-483-7676 www.mypfsa.org
Steps Along the Way The Journey to Healing and Wholeness from hurts and hangups using the 12 steps Wednesday nights 7pm New Hope Community Church 2190 Peralta Blvd., Fremont www.newhopefremont.org 510-739-0430
Enroll in CS 162:HTML5 This class starts on Wed. 1/29/14 in the Fremont Campus, room HH-117, 6:30-9:30pm Contact 510-659-6080 510-402-8318 https://webadvisor.ohlone.edu
Shout out to your community Our readers can post information including: Activities Announcements For sale Garage sales Group meetings Lost and found For the extremely low cost of $10 for up to 10 weeks, your message will reach thousands of friends and neighbors every Friday in the TCV printed version and continuously online. TCV has the right to reject any posting to the Community Bulletin Board. Payment must be received in advance.
Payment is for one posting only. Any change will be considered a new posting and incur a new fee. 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 by TCV
FREE AIRPLANE RIDES FOR KIDS AGES 8-17 Young Eagles Hayward Airport various Saturdays www.vaa29.org Please call with questions (510) 703-1466 youngeagles29@aol.com
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
Unity of Fremont A Positive Path for Spiritual Living 12:30 am Sunday Service 1351 Driscoll Rd (at Christian Science Church), Fremont 510-797-5234 www.unityoffremont.org “The Church of the Daily Word”
LOTS OF NEWS AT TEMPLE BETH TORAH Pre-Hanukkah dinner/ services Fri., Nov 22nd (RSVP) Fun event Dec 25th! Sanctuary remodel almost complete! Openings preschool. Explore our Inclusive Reform community. 510-656-7141 www.bethtorah-Fremont.org
Troubled by someone’s drinking? Help is Here!
Serious Mental Illness
Al-Anon/Alateen Family Groups A no cost program of support for people suffering from effects of alcoholism in a friend or loved one. Call 276-2270 for meeting information email: Easyduz@gmail.com www/ncwsa.org You are not alone.
Free courses and presentations for caregivers of someone with a serious mental illness and those with a mental illness in Alameda County. For details, confidentially contact: Joe Rose at 510-378-1578 or email to info@NAMIacs.org www.NAMI.org
The Union City Historical Museum
Help with Math & Reading
Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Caring, Sharing, Serving God 38801 Blacow Rd., Fremont Sun Worship:8:45am 11:00am Child-care provided.Education for all ages: 10:00am. Nacho Sunday: First Sunday of every month. (510)793-6285 www.holytrinityfremont.org
Messiah Lutheran Church Church Service - Sunday 10 a.m. Bible Study - Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School 2nd & 4th Sunday each month @ 11:15am and community events 25400 Hesperian Blvd., Hayward Phone: (510) 782-6727 www.MessiahHayward.org
FREMONT UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFERS CHINESE IMMERSION K THRU 6TH GRADE Immerse your child in Mandarin with a diverse group of students. The benefits of a dual language will last a lifetime. Call 24/7 (510) 857-1038
Tri-City Ecology Center
3841 Smith St. Union City Open Thurs.-Sat 10am-4pm Visit our Museum. You’ll find valuable information about our community, past history and current happenings. www.unioncitymuseum.com Call Myrla 510-378-6376
You can make a difference by helping Newark children with Math and reading. If you can give one hour a week, you can give a life-long gift of learning to a child. Contact 510-797-2703 dia_aarp_4486@yahoo.com
Your local environmental leader! Eco-Grants available to Residents & Organizations of the Tri-City area working on Environmental projects. www.tricityecology.org Office open Thursdays, 11am-2pm 3375 Country Dr., Fremont 510-783-6222
Help with Home Repairs from Alameda County
New DimensionChorus Men’s 4 Part Vocal Harmony In the “Barbershop” style
Little Lamb Preschool Open House Saturday, March 15
No cost or favorable, low interest loans are available for home remodeling for qualified homeowners in Fremont, Union City, Sunol and Newark. Call (510)670-5399 for an application and more information. http://www.acgov.org/cda/nps/
Create & Design Websites At Ohlone College
510-494-1999 tricityvoice@aol.com
The Bridge of Faith Christmas Crafts Boutique 27343 Whitman, Hayward December 7, 8am-4pm Starts 10am Santa presents Bring own cameras Arts-CraftsRaffle-Bake Sale! Contact: Priscilla For Details 510-861-2680 Kauaistar59@yahoo.com
Thursdays at 7pm Calvary Luther Church 12500 Via Magdelena SanLorenzo Contact: ncchorus@Yahoo.com 510-332-2489
50th Year Class Reunion Washington High School Class of 64’ & Friends September 26 & 27, 2014 Spin A Yarn Steakhouse,Fremont Contact Joan Martin Graham billjoan3@pacbell.net
1pm-4pm. Drop in and visit the class rooms ad meet the teachers. Registration information will be available. Free ice cream sundaes. Everyone invited!
Premier Soccer Development Program Tryout for U11 & U14 Boys PSDP is designed to identify and develop talented, committed youth soccer players Call 510-516-3031 or Email TCPSDP@gmail.com Signup now by Visiting http://tcpsdp.wix.com/psdp
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HOME SALES REPORT CASTRO VALLEY | TOTAL SALES: 06 Highest $: 868,000 Median $: 450,000 Lowest $: 329,000 Average $: 543,833 ADDRESS
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4106 David Street 3025 Grove Way #B6 4121 Krolop Road 19250 Rollinghills Court 19530 San Miguel Avenue 21259 Tyee Street
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FREMONT | TOTAL SALES: 26 Highest $: 2,150,000 Median $: Lowest $: 270,000 Average $: ADDRESS
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38623 Cherry Lane #224 38730 Chimaera Circle 38037 Conrad Street 38717 Crane Terrace 37031 Dondero Way 4040 Hemingway Common 38376 Timpanogas Circle 40326 Condon Street 4128 Converse Street 5541 Farina Lane 40241 Fremont Boulevard 40733 Greystone Terrace 39109 Guardino Drive #139 39059 Guardino Drive #206 4442 Ladner Street 4578 Porter Street 3542 Yorktown Road 40440 Carmelita Court 3392 Monte Sereno Terrace 40959 Nunes Court 41825 Paseo Padre Parkway 635 Pinot Blanc Way 34203 Aberdeen Terrace 5987 Via Lugano 5069 Xavier Common
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22551 Arlette Avenue 1311 Ash Street 1140 Gilbert Street 523 Ginger Avenue 2151 Parkhurst Street 20373 Royal Avenue 22638 Teakwood Street 22729 Watkins Street 26969 Hayward Boulevard 4435 Quicksilver Court 30988 Meadowbrook Avenue 145 Orchard Park Place 25096 Pleasant Way 673 Royston Lane #134 575 Telford Court 28548 Anchorage Lane 27679 Cliffwood Avenue 26276 Coventry Lane 2317 Cryer Street 21100 Gary Drive #203
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1974 1996 1963 1985 1952 1999 1955 1953 1955 1962 1958 2007 1987 1987 1956 1959 1955 1966 1997 1969 1960 1987 1970 2007 1990
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HAYWARD | TOTAL SALES: 20 Highest $: 725,000 Median $: Lowest $: 275,000 Average $: ADDRESS
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1947 1948 1951 2011 2004 1951 2005 2008 1994 1955 2001 1946 1988 2000 2009 1955 1960 1957 1980
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MILPITAS | TOTAL SALES: 18 Highest $: 1,250,000 Median $: 587,500 Lowest $: 93,000 Average $: 583,056 244 Arbor Way 95035 387,000 2 924 1992 11-15-13 1254 Calle De Cuestanada 95035 705,000 3 1528 1992 11-19-13 2042 Calle Mesa Alta 95035 685,000 3 1990 1990 11-08-13 271 Carnegie Drive 95035 635,000 3 1689 1955 11-15-13 686 Elderberry Drive 95035 676,000 - 11-14-13 1824 Ellwell Drive 95035 580,000 3 1318 1960 11-21-13 387 Fir Tree Court 95035 500,000 3 1166 1965 11-21-13 246 Images Circle 95035 730,000 3 1609 1996 11-21-13 150 Junipero Drive #3 95035 361,000 2 882 1971 11-20-13 1705 Lee Way 95035 587,500 - 11-18-13 667 Murphy Ranch Road 95035 633,000 - 11-15-13 671 Murphy Ranch Road 95035 588,000 - 11-20-13 572 Shelley Court 95035 1,250,000 4 3274 1997 11-15-13 1756 Snell Place 95035 530,000 3 1253 2010 11-19-13 1882 Snell Place 95035 576,000 3 1359 2010 11-14-13 96 Solar Court 95035 605,000 5 1682 1958 11-20-13 244 South Temple Drive 95035 93,000 3 1102 1960 11-18-13 1768 Strawberry Lane 95035 373,500 3 1150 1971 11-19-13 NEWARK | TOTAL SALES: 07 Highest $: 640,000 Median $: Lowest $: 299,000 Average $: ADDRESS
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39975 Cedar Boulevard #138 39887 Cedar Boulevard #249 5309 Greenwich Court 35229 Lido Boulevard 36764 Port Sailwood Drive 39771 Potrero Drive 35789 Sheridan Court
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SAN LEANDRO | TOTAL SALES: 142 Highest $: 866,000 Median $: 415,000 Lowest $: 269,000 Average $: 462,375 ADDRESS
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1550 Bancroft Avenue 94577 510 Dowling Boulevard 94577 307 Estabrook Street 94577 364 Haas Avenue 94577 2567 Humboldt Drive 94577 298 Peralta Avenue 94577 338 West Broadmoor Boulevard94577 1624 162nd Avenue 94578 1502 166th Avenue 94578 454 Lloyd Avenue 94578 15672 Atlantus Avenue 94579 15394 Beatty Street 94579
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SAN LORENZO | TOTAL SALES: 05 Highest $: 423,000 Median $: 330,000 Lowest $: 280,000 Average $: 347,600 ADDRESS
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1599 Bandoni Avenue 17 Paseo Grande #A 554 Rutgers Street 15958 St. Johns Drive 17222 Via La Jolla
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UNION CITY | TOTAL SALES: 05 Highest $: 970,000 Median $: Lowest $: 435,000 Average $:
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35011 Clover Street 34980 Eastin Drive 4188 Glenwood Terrace #1 32473 Monterey Drive 33164 Palmetto Drive
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR
An unexpected visit Tuesday, Dec 3 was a hard day as my stomach pain was getting worse with each passing hour. Thinking that this was a regular pain, I medicated myself but it didn’t work since it turned out to be a case of an inflamed appendix - appendicitis! Due to unbearable pain, I was taken to the Emergency Room of Washington Hospital in Fremont. Since I was on a research assignment from Pakistan, with no travel insurance, this was of serious concern. Upon arrival, I was immediately taken to for all necessary tests. Within an hour, a radiologist confirmed my case as an inflamed appendicitis and that I must undergo a surgery right away. Damn! What do I do now with no travel insurance and not enough cash for treatment? It was an extremely frightful feeling, away from home and family. I made special prayers! I was amazed. Treatment started right away without discussion of any financial matters. Soon, I was confirmed for my surgery and taken to a room where I met my surgeon, Dr William E. Dugoni, called in for my surgery from his regular time off, a few hours before my operation was scheduled. Assistants, along with the surgeon, explained the process of my surgery which was petrifying. However, the entire team cheered me up including Dr Dugoni, who was really supportive and pleasant while reading about my case and explaining it to me. “What luck you have… appendix surgery in the United States, in California, in Fremont, at Washington Hospital, by Dr Dugoni!” he smiled. “You don’t have to worry, you will be fast asleep while we take it out with a few insertions and within 24 hours, you will be discharged.” My surgery lasted hardly 30 minutes. I was pleased to be under the care of doctors who spent hours on me to stabilize my blood pressure since it was too low. After three hours in the recovery room, I was shifted to a semi-private room, where the nurse on the duty took amazing care of me, followed by other nurses for the day. On Wednesday, December 4th, I visited with Maria Contreras, Washington Hospital Healthcare System Financial Counselor, who explained the process to submit a financial assistance request to the hospital. Later that evening, I was discharged with extreme care. As I write this, in another hour, I have a follow-up appointment with Dr Dugoni. I am truly surprised by the way lives are saved in this part of the world in contrast to where I live. I truly appreciate the entire Washington Hospital team efforts! Meena Ahmed Freelance journalist from Pakistan
Students unite to help typhoon victims SUBMITTED BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW PHOTOS BY MIKE HEIGHTCHEW American High School’s (Fremont) Leadership Class organized a Showcase Benefit Show on Saturday, December 14th to help victims of Typhoon Haiyan. Seventeen great performances included a variety of acts including singers, magicians and talented musicians. Admission was simple, a can of food or emergency supplies that will be sent directly to the Philippines though Reach Out Worldwide. Additional donations can be made through: https://www.roww.org/donate. During an intermission, food was provided by KA Linda’s Restaurant & Catering. This was a great effort that inspired students of American High School to help others truly in need.
Red light camera tickets Cities that install red light cameras use a Courtesy Notice when the driver’s image does not seem to match that of the vehicle owner. This notice is mailed to the owner and asks the owner to “nominate” the driver. Typically, the driver is a friend, relative, or employee of the owner. Fremont, however, in these sorts of cases involving an obvious mismatch, issues a real ticket, not a courtesy notice. There is a world of difference. Courtesy notices have no legal weight and can be ignored. The real tickets (Notices to Appear) which Fremont Police issues in cases of an obvious mismatch require the owners to pay the fine or appear in court or face real legal consequences which include a $300 additional assessment and suspension of the owner’s (not the driver’s) driving privileges. To contest the citation, which should not have been issued in the first place, takes multiple trips to the courthouse requiring 3-6 hours or more. These tickets, issued by Fremont, are made under the penalty of perjury signed by the issuing officer that the image captured by the camera matches the owner’s description when it clearly does not. Perhaps as many as 100 to 200 times each month, the officer stipulates to the court to something which is obviously not true. Fremont Police and the City Attorney’s office steadfastly defend this practice. Which offense is more egregious? Allowing someone to use your car or committing perjury? Roger Jones Fremont
Christmas tree fire safety urged SUBMITTED BY DANIEL BERLANT Christmas trees are a popular holiday decoration this time of year, but fire officials warn that Californians must take several steps to ensure they don’t become an increased fire hazard inside the home. In mere seconds, a fire can spark and quickly engulf a Christmas tree. “The holiday season brings an increase of hazards into the home,” said State Fire Marshal Tonya Hoover, CAL FIRE – Office of the State Fire Marshal. “The key to a safe Christmas tree is keeping it watered and away from heat sources.” Christmas tree safety begins when you purchase your tree. When selecting a tree from a sales lot, do the “tap test”, lift the tree up and tap it on the ground. If any needles fall off, it’s already too dry and you should look for another tree. Cut trees can need as much as a gallon of water a day to help keep them from drying out too fast. Having your tree located too close to heat sources dries the tree quicker, making it a greater fire hazard. Here are some additional fire safety tips: choose a fresh tree with green needles, recut the trunk at least two inch above the old cut as soon as you get it home, keep the trunk in water immediately after it is recut, check the water levels daily, never let the water level go below the bottom of the trunk, locate any tree at least 3 feet away from sources of heat, and never place a tree where it blocks exits. Remove the tree immediately after the holidays. Even a properly cared for live tree will eventually die. Take it to a recycle center or leave for your refuse collector. For more Christmas tree and holiday decoration fire safety tips, visit the CAL FIRE website at www.fire.ca.gov.
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The Bookworm 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.
“Contagious: Why Things Catch On” by Jonah Berger Your office is like a petri dish. Someone lets loose with a minor sniffle and – boom! – you’ve all got colds. A little runny nose and everybody’s fighting the latest bug, the community handsanitizer bottle becomes the new
hang-out spot, and the workplace is a real barrel of fun. Wouldn’t it be great if your business caught on and spread as quickly as the latest ailment? It might, with the help of “Contagious: Why Things Catch On” by Jonah Berger. A hot new lunch spot. A yellow rubber band worn around the wrist. That cute new car that everybody wants. Those are examples of social contagion, and while it might seem that those things enjoyed instant popularity upon release, it’s actually very hard to get products to catch on. The best (and arguably most cost-effective) way for marketing contagion to happen is by wordof-mouth. People love to share, show off, and talk about the hottest product or place. The thing to remember is that you have to know how to harness buzz correctly – and the right way, says Berger, is by STEPPS. Present your product as Social Currency. People want to look cool by impressing others with that which is unique. Do something no one expects, make people feel like insiders, be remarkable, and they’ll about you because it makes them look remarkable, too. Tie your business to a Trigger. Learn to position yourself to be top-of-mind by taking advantage of environmental cues that already surround your potential customers. Harness Emotion. There’s a reason that heart-tugging videos
and tick-you-off posts go viral. Happiness is good, but anger can work, too. Monkey see, monkey do isn’t just a saying. Do what you do in Public and don’t be afraid to go big; the easier something is to see,
the more people will buzz about it. Imbue your product with Practical Value. Harness the power of coupons, promotional offers and free advice, but be careful: having too many sales or giving away too many products can sharply backfire. Finally, tell Stories. Use all of the above methods and slip your story inside. Then make sure it’s so imbedded in your business that people can’t talk about you without telling your tale, too. In every office, it seems, there’s a joke, e-mail forward, video, or meme that’s caught the fancy of everyone. “Contagious” explains how that happened and how you can snag that power to make your business into the same kind of sensation. True to his methods, author Jonah Berger uses stories to illustrate how others have utilized word-of-mouth as a successful marketing tool, but he also shares tales of buzz gone bad. Those examples fill this book with useful ideas that are also interesting to read and to check out online, so keep your laptop or smartphone handy. Marketers will be glad to know that this books’ practicality isn’t limited by business size. Managers will love its infectious nature. So if you’re ready to see your product spread around the world, then “Contagious” is a book you should catch. c.2013, Simon & Schuster $26.00 / $29.99 Canada 256 pages
Holiday Bus offers free rides
SUBMITTED BY CLARENCE JOHNSON
In the spirit of sharing, AC Transit is once again celebrating this holiday season by offering all passengers who board AC Transit’s cheerfully decorated “Holiday Bus” free rides to their destinations. Every year, AC Transit transforms one of its buses into a special holiday coach with brightly colored decorations that depict the joy and merriment of the season. Each day, the bus runs along a different route, giving riders throughout the district a chance to both see and ride the festivelooking bus. And again this year, in a gesture of appreciation of its patrons, AC
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Transit has added a twist: The coach’s fare box will be covered for the duration of the holidays. That means anyone who boards the bus from December 16, 2013 through January 3, 2014 will be allowed to ride for free. “The Holiday Bus is a token of gratitude to our riders,” said AC Transit General Manager David Armijo. “It’s a small thing but it is a way for us to contribute in this season of sharing, and we intend to do so in hopes of making the season a little brighter for anyone who boards the bus.” For more information on AC Transit, visit www.actransit.org. 1600 Franklin Street, Oakland, (510) 891-4745 cljohnson@actransit.org
Great expectations for an investment rotation the Federal Reserve and hope that economies from Europe to Japan are improving. The Standard & Poor’s 500 index set a record high earlier this week. To be sure, most investors will always have some interest in bonds. They tend to be less volatile than stocks, and the need for income investments will rise as more Baby Boomers retire. Pension funds and other institutional investors also need the steadiness that bonds provide. “You need to have that anchor to lower volatility,’’ says Avi Nachmany, director of research at Strategic Insight. Investors used to flip between investments quickly and opportunistically, Nachmany says. But now, they increasingly stick to a plan and keep a certain percentage of their portfolios in stocks and a certain percentage in bonds. Target-date retirement mutual funds have grown in popularity, for example, and they always keep a portion of their investments in bonds. This means money will continue to flow into bond
SUBMITTED BY VANDANA DEEP PHOTOS BY MEHBOOB KADRI AND VANDANA DEEP Two teams from Alvarado Middle School in Union City participated in the 2013 Nature’s Fury Challenge organized by the
funds, particularly those that can better weather rising interest rates. These include floating-rate funds, whose yields ratchet higher with broad market rates, and possibly high-yield bond funds. Investors are also turning to mutual funds that use hedge-fund techniques to try to provide steadier returns, Nachmany says. Investors who have made the move from bonds to stocks have set themselves up well, if Wall Street strategists are to be believed. Most investment banks are forecasting continued gains for stocks in 2014, though more modest than this year’s 24.5 percent surge. This year is on track to be the best for the S&P 500 in at least a decade. Investment banks also are calling for continued struggles for bonds. “Investors have begun to see the potential for stocks after 10 to 12 years of getting not much return, versus high-quality bonds,’’ says John Manley, chief equity strategist at Wells Fargo Funds Management. “I think it’s just the beginning’’ of the rotation into stocks from bonds.
first to go to the practice round. Everything went haywire; their robot was not performing the tasks as programmed. Determining the root cause of the problem was a color sensor that would not work as intended with the room lighting, they quickly implemented a solution addressing this issue. Shortly afterwards, they lost one
“Dream Machines”
First Lego League (FLL). This year’s challenge was based on the theme of Natural Disasters. The challenge included three components: The Robot Game, The Project and Core Values. The Robot Game took place on a game table; each team’s robot had to complete specific tasks that simulated a real life situation. Each team built and programmed a robot to accomplish as many tasks as possible in head-to-head competition with other teams. The Project component explored creative ways to solve problems associated with natural occurrences such as earthquakes, storms and tornadoes; the teams then had to present their solution to judges at the tournament. Teams had to identify a problem resulting from natural events in a given community, do research to better understand the problem, and work with experts in the field to present a potential solution. Alvarado Middle School team, “Middle School Mechanics (MSM),” 7th graders Haaris Kadri and Riya Arora, coached by Mehboob Kadri developed a mobile device app, as their project solution, to educate first graders about natural disasters. For the final presentation, the team put together a short skit demonstrating the usefulness of their app. In the Qualifying Tournament at Play Space in San Jose on November 23, team MSM was the
of their attachments, 10 minutes before their assigned first “scored” round of robot challenge! They quickly recovered from that situation by putting together a makeshift attachment for the challenge, and could perfect it only after the first round was over. Despite all these challenges, they displayed commendable resilience and kept their cool under pressure. The team qualified for the next round - the Northern California Regional Tournament. “The Dream Machines” members Arshia Deep, Anwesh Mo-
hanty, Samay Mishra, Natalie Rodgers, Jazem Siddiqui, Neyaz Siddiqui, Viren Srivastava, coached by Faraz Siddiqui and mentored by Michelle Rodgers and Vandana Deep approached the robotic problem by pairing team members for specific tasks. They developed a solution for emergency responders at the school in the event of a serious earthquake. Their project demonstrated a handheld device TEKNOLINK which ensures only authorized adults can pick up students even when power and networks are out, a great improvement over the current time-consuming, paper-based process. Prior to the tournament, the team presented their solution via a creative iPad simulation to the school administration and members of the emergency response team, who endorsed it as a viable option. In the qualifying tournament at Sunflower Academy in Pleasanton on November 24, team Dream Machines received the Best Project Award. The judges felt the presentation was concise, clean, well organized, and addressed the most precious resources in the event of a disaster – the students. Both teams worked tirelessly over many weeks to develop their robots, attachments, and programming, in order to accomplish their missions, while focusing on learning about natural disasters and coming up with creative project solutions. Although the First Lego League (FLL) is a competition, the true benefit is to enable students to become independent thinkers, problem solvers, and excellent teammates.
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FDA approves breakthrough hepatitis C drug In a company study of patients with the most common forms of the disease, 90 percent of participants had undetectable levels of the virus after 12 weeks taking Sovaldi plus the older pill-and-injection cocktail. The forms of the disease studied in the trial account for more than 75 percent of hepatitis C cases in the U.S. Gilead’s drug is less effective in treating a less common form of the disease that accounts for about 10 percent of U.S. cases. Patients with that strain of the virus had to take the drug for 24 weeks, twice the normal duration, to achieve an 85 percent cure rate. But even for those patients, experts say Gilead’s drug represents an important step forward. The company’s approach for those patients – Sovaldi plus another antiviral pill – is the first alloral regimen to treat hepatitis C, eliminating the need for interferon, the injectable medication that is the backbone of standard treatment and causes diarrhea and other taxing side effects. Next year Gilead expects to file for FDA approval of a combination pill containing sofosbuvir and ledipasvir, another antiviral drug, that could become the first all-oral regimen for the most common form of hepatitis C, long viewed as the holy grail of treatments by drugmakers. Similar development efforts are underway from competitors like Abbott Laboratories, Bristol-Myers Squibb Co., Vertex Pharmaceuticals and others.
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Shop Local and Support Small Businesses Now that California’s economy has begun to improve, many local residents—myself included—have been shopping for the ‘perfect gift’ for our family, friends and loved ones during this year’s holiday season. Though many people prefer to shop online or at big box corporate retailers, I urge local residents to seriously consider supporting small businesses, particularly those in local communities. According to the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), “California’s 3.4 million small businesses account for 99 percent of the state’s employers and employ 52 percent of the workforce.” Clearly, small businesses—including a significant number of ‘mom and pop’ stores in our local communities—provide much of the economic engine for our state. It is critical that local residents help these small businesses thrive by making a strong effort to support local merchants that will further reinvigorate local economies and create jobs. I have been committed to helping small businesses succeed throughout my career, particularly since serving as an East Bay mayor in the mid 1990’s through today. Earlier this year, I authored, the Legislature passed and Governor Jerry Brown
signed important legislation that will help California small businesses market and promote their high quality products within the state and throughout the world. SB 12, which will take effect on January 1, creates the “Made in California” label program that allows consumers to more easily identify California produced goods. This unique program will help spur the California economy by enabling shoppers to buy local and in-state products. During these times of economic recovery, I know that shoppers are looking for opportunities to buy local goods made by local businesses. Thanks to the passage of SB 12, consumers will be able to buy “Made in California” products and know with certainty that those goods were made within the state or even locally. So before you finish your holiday shopping, I hope that you will consider shopping local so that our communities and businesses will continue to prosper in the months and years ahead.
SENATE MAJORITY LEADER ELLEN M. CORBETT (D—EAST BAY ) 10TH STATE SENATE DISTRICT
VTA Board elects new chair SUBMITTED BY VTA The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) Board of Directors elected VTA Director and San José City Councilman Ash Kalra as Chair for 2014 and VTA Director and Gilroy City Councilman Perry Woodward as Vice Chair. Director Kalra served as Vice Chair for 2013 and will replace outgoing Chair Joe Pirzynski, a Los Gatos Town Councilman. He has been on the VTA Board of Directors since 2009 and has been a member of VTA’s Administration and Finance Committee, where he served as vice chair in 2012 and as chair in 2013. Kalra was elected to the San Jose City Council in 2008 representing Council District 2 (South San Jose). Director Woodward also served on the VTA Board of Directors in the past year and on VTA’s Administration and Finance Committee. He is the Mayor Pro Tempore of Gilroy, and was elected to the City Council in 2007. He has served on the VTA Board of Directors since 2010. For more information about the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, visit www.vta.org.
SUBMITTED BY JEFFREY GARRETT PHOTOS BY AUREA QUINTONG In an effort to promote reading and invigorate the school in a fun and unifying experience, Schilling Elementary Principal Nicole Paredes spent Friday, November 15 dressed in her pajamas. Armed with a blow-up cushion, a quilt, night stand, table lamp, two couches, three rocking chairs, several rugs, a window scene made out of craft paper, some imagination, and multiple boxes of books, Mrs. Paredes and Librarian Kathy Canario assembled a reading corner in the middle of the courtyard at school. All of this was done as part of the “Book It! Reading Challenge” offered by Pizza Hut. This particular challenge is the “Read Your Heart Out” Principal Challenge in which the principal agrees to spend the entire day, from start to closing bell, reading. Mrs. Paredes took it a step further. While demonstrating to the students that reading is a very impor-
SUBMITTED BY AL MINARD PHOTOS BY TOM BATORSKI Farmers & Farmerettes Square Dance Club invites everyone to learn to Square Dance on Wednesday nights at the Newark Pavilion, beginning January 15, 2014 from 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Square dancing is an American Dance based on French Quadrilles and the English Country Dance. Modern Square Dancing is a group of eight people executing dance moves as a team at the instruction of the caller. Square dancing to all types of music has been standardized worldwide and dance calls are taught the same around the world; allowing people that speak different languages to all dance together as a team. Different dance movements are given universal names like Do-si-do, Allemande left, and Load the Boat. Square dancing is for anyone that can walk at a reasonable pace and follow instructions of the caller. The Farmers & Farmerettes, square dance club will teach anyone interested in Square Dancing how to have fun, meet new friends, get some good exercise and learn to dance. The first three lessons on January 15, January 22 and January 29, 2014 are FREE. We have danced at the Newark Pavilion (6430 Thornton Ave., in Newark) at the corner of Cherry and Thornton Ave. for over 30 years. After learning some of the dance steps, area Hoedowns bring groups together to meet new people and dance to different callers. We invite any person from age 16 to 90 to attend our classes and learn to square dance and have a lot of fun. For more information, visit: www.farmersandfarmerettes.org or call Don Baker at (510) 793-7015
tant part of her day, she also wanted them to join in. Throughout the day, teachers were invited to bring their classes to the courtyard to read beside her; there was a steady stream of readers all day. Many students brought their favorite books. Others chose books they hadn’t seen before. Office staff and custodians took time from their busy schedules to read to students. A large group of students even chose to postpone kickball and monkey bars and instead, came to read with their principal at recess. In addition to spending a wonderful day bonding with the students and reinforcing the idea that reading is important and valuable, the challenge may have another benefit. For participating in the challenge, the school has been entered into a contest where one winner will win 101 copies of the newest book from the wildly popular “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” series. Given the amount of fun the kids all had on this day, even if the school is not chosen as the winner of the contest, students at Schilling are still winners!
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The tiny moon that created Saturn’s largest ring Hayward Police Blotter SUBMITTED BY CITY OF HAYWARD POLICE DEPARTMENT December 4 A robbery occurred in the parking lot of Southland Mall. The manager from a mall store was walking through the parking lot to make a bank deposit with three days worth of sales. The manager was approached by the suspect who brandished a handgun and demanded money. After receiving the money the suspect had the manager lay down on the ground and then fled in a tan Saturn. The suspect is described
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Plumes of water ice, termed by some as the “Fountains of Enceladus,” are ejected into space from Enceladus’ south pole. Credit: NASA/JPL/Space Science Institute.
ALEX H. KASPRAK, NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION Saturn has many beautiful rings. But the largest of these majestic rings is its E-ring. The ring is almost as wide as the distance between the Earth and the Moon. It is made up of billions of microscopic icy particles. These shiny particles have an unlikely source. Zipping around Saturn in the same place as the E-ring is a tiny moon called Enceladus. Enceladus is just about 1/7th the size of Earth’s moon. You might think that such a small moon so far away from the Sun’s warmth would be a frozen wasteland. But, as a Black male, 5’5”, medium build, dark complexion and brown eyes; he was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and a black mask partially covering his face. Anyone with information is encouraged to call the Hayward Police Department Investigations Division at (510) 293-7034. December 7 A robbery occurred at 27300 Hesperian Blvd. (FoodMax). The suspect approached a patron in a wheelchair and assaulted him while taking money. The suspect was located by a patrol officer and a foot chase ensued. The suspect was eventually captured and arrested for robbery.
shockingly, Enceladus has volcanic geysers. These geysers erupt tiny particles high into space. The particles are the same shiny particles that make up the E-ring. The volcanic eruptions on tiny Enceladus are constantly ‘feeding’ Saturn’s Ering with material. But these eruptions are nothing like the ones created by volcanoes found on Earth. On Earth, volcanoes eject melted rock, ash, and gases. On Enceladus, volcanoes eject water vapor and ice. This icy material may come from an ocean of liquid water under Enceladus’ frozen surface. But for liquid water to exist, it must be heated. Scientists think that at least some of this heat comes from
Patrol officers conducted a probation search at 2286 Industrial Pkwy. (Phoenix Lodge). During the search officers located two sawed-off shotguns and latex mask. The suspect was arrested for possession of the firearms. An assault with serious injury/mayhem occurred in the 25000 block of Cypress Ave. The victim and the suspect got into an argument over Christmas tree decorations that led to a physical altercation. During the fight the suspect pulled the victim’s ear partially separating it from the scalp. The victim required sutures to re-attach the ear, and the suspect was arrested at the scene.
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Saturn’s gravity. Saturn’s massive gravitational pull bends and warps Enceladus. This warping causes friction. The friction creates heat. The warmed water builds up pressure. This pressurized water ejects through cracks in Enceladus’ surface. The jets of water freeze into tiny, icy particles as they shoot into space at over 1300 miles per hour. This mysterious little moon is the reason for the largest ring found in our Solar System! Check out Space Place’s new Space Volcano Explorer to learn more about the many Volcanoes found in our solar system: http://spaceplace.nasa.gov/volcanoes.
Union City Police blotter SUBMITTED BY UNION CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT Reported Commercial Burglary Reports: Mathew’s Mechanical –Western Ave – the incident occurred on Dec. 6 Safeway – Decoto Road – the suspect was arrested by Loss Prevention for stealing. Domino’s Pizza – Alvarado Niles Road – On Dec. 9, the front window of the business was smashed, the suspect removed a safe. New Haven School District Yard – Smith Street – incident occurred over the weekend. Safeway – Decoto Road – two suspects were arrested for theft and transported to jail. Reported Vehicle Burglary Reports: TGI Friday’s – Union Landing – occurred on Dec. 7. A window was shattered; a purse was stolen from front seat. Pump It Up on Whipple Road, occurred on Dec. 7. A window was shattered; a purse and backpack were stolen. Chevy’s – Union Landing – occurred on Dec. 7; window shattered, backpacks were stolen. Chevy’s – Union Landing – occurred on Dec. 9; window was shattered and a backpack was stolen. Anyone with information on any of the above listed cases should contact the Investigations Division at (510) 675-5247. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact the tips line by calling (510) 6755207 or email Tips@union-city.org.
San Leandro PD awarded gang prevention grant SUBMITTED BY GUY ASHLEY
SUBMITTED BY RHEA SERRAN The Union City Police Department recently participated in Urban Shield, the largest training event of first responders in the nation. This year, UCPD was ranked 14 out of 35 teams, an increase of 16 spots from 2012. Congratulations to the 2013 UCPD Urban Shield team: Sergeant Mike Mahaney, Corporal Paul Kanazeh, Corporal Yousuf Shansab, Officer Czar Valdehueza, Officer Manny Leon, Officer Ryan Seto, Officer Sergio Quintero, Officer Nate Gelderman
Optimist Club honors high school seniors SUBMITTED BY DENISE FULLERTON PHOTOS BY MARLA BLOWERS At their November 13 morning meeting at the Newark IHOP Restaurant, the Newark Optimist Club honored two Newark Memorial High School (NMHS) seniors who epitomize what is “right with American youth.” With the aid of NMHS Student Activities Director, Patricia Charron, the club chose Nicole Anne Denise Hu and An(L to R): Nicole Hu, Newark Mayor Alan Nagy, and Andrew Reynolds drew Reynolds to receive the 2013-2014 Newark Students of the Year awards. Optimist President, Robert Higday and Newark Mayor, Alan Nagy, helped Youth Activities Chairman, Denise Fullerton, present plaques to the students. The students were chosen to receive the honor for their outstanding service to the school, their volunteer efforts at the school and in the community. Congratulating the students, along with club members, were Mayor Nagy, and Mrs. Charron, proud parents, and Mr. Phil Morales, Principal of NMHS. This year, Mayor Nagy, as directed by the City Council, proclaimed November 10 to 16 as Youth Appreciation Week in Newark. He also presented Nicole and Andrew with official commendations for their superior volunteering services to their school and (L to R): NMHS Student Activities Director Patricia Charron, Andrew community. Reynolds, Nicole Hu, and NMHS Principal Phil Morales
The San Leandro Police Department, in partnership with REACH Ashland Youth Center, will receive a 2-year California Gang Reduction Intervention and Prevention (CalGRIP) grant in the amount of $500,000. The CalGRiP initiative is designed to address the presence and proliferation of gangs throughout the State. Cal GRIP awarded $9.2 million through competitive grants to 20 California cities with gang violence. San Leandro Police Chief, Sandra Spagnoli stated, “Community partnerships are key to public safety and protecting our youth from being enticed to join organized street gangs. CalGRIP funding is an investment in the
San Leandro Police Log SUBMITTED BY LT. RANDALL BRANDT, SAN LEANDRO PD Saturday, November 23 Officers made a traffic enforcement stop at 1:25 a.m. on a vehicle on Bancroft Avenue, near Durant Avenue. During the investigation, an illegal loaded firearm was recovered from the vehicle. Kevin Watts, resident of in San Leandro, was arrested for the incident. An officer attempted to make a traffic enforcement stop on a vehicle in the area of Galt Street and Fargo Avenue. The driver abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot. Officers determined the vehicle had been reported stolen on 11/21 to the Alameda County Sherriff’s Department. Officers converged on
community’s youth that will pay off in the future through programs and initiatives designed to keep kids and families on the right track.” The funding will allow the San Leandro Police Department and Alameda County’s REACH Ashland Youth Center to work collaboratively with local agencies and non-profits including the Alameda County Art Commission, Alameda County Office of Education, Alameda County Probation, Alameda County Sheriff ’s Office, and the City of San Leandro. This group will work together on the project called REACH Out. For more information on the REACH Ashland Youth Center, visit www.reachashland.org. the area and located and detained the suspect. The suspect Matthew Gomez of San Leandro was arrested for the incident. At approximately 11:30 p.m., officers observed several subjects in 1100 block of Burkhart Avenue. The officers knew one of the subjects was on probation with a search clause. They conducted a probation search on Kyle Sequeria and they found an illegal firearm hidden under his clothing. Their investigation led them to the recovery of three additional illegal firearms. Kyle Sequeria and Juan Estrada, both residents of San Leandro, were arrested for the incident. Please contact the San Leandro Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division with any information regarding this case at 510-577-3230 or contact the Anonymous Tip Line at 510577-3278.
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Assemblymember Wieckowski recognizes local ‘heroes’
At the Tesla Motors factory in Fremont, Bob Wieckowski, Assemblymember of the 25th District hosted a community event on December 11, 2013 to “celebrate the diversity, generosity and accomplishments of this community and its citizens.” Following a synopsis of the “state of the 25th Assembly District and bills he authored or supported, the majority of which passed through the California Legislature and were signed by the Governor in 2013, Assemblyman Wieckowski invited local dignitaries to introduce and present awards to a myriad of individuals, organizations and businesses that have made a difference in his district. Honorees included: Fremont Local Hero: Newark Local Hero: Milpitas Local Hero:
Toni Shellen Mike Bucci Tanuja Bahal
San Jose Local Hero: Santa Clara Local Heroes: Advocate of the Year: Unity Award: Community Partner: High Tech Business: Small Business: Woman of the Year: Non-Profit of the Year: Outstanding Organization: Champion for Education:
Frank Cancilla The Diridon Family Josie Camacho and Alameda Labor Council\ Santa Clara Firefighters Local 1171 California Nurses Association SanDisk Suju’s Coffee Dr. Shoba Krishnan Mission City Community Fund Fremont Chamber of Commerce Students for Quality Education – CSUEB & SJSU Chapters
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SUBMITTED BY DONALD WILSON Throughout December, the Cultural Corner at NewPark Mall will welcome back artist and author, Jan Small. Small will exhibit paintings based on selected chapters/scriptures from the Book of Revelation, the last book of the New Testament in the Bible. For more than 48 years, Small has taught art. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally and has been seen on television and published in newspapers and magazines. Her work has also been secured for public and private collections. Small has lectured and demonstrated to art associations, churches, and Christian organizations as well as taught art classes at College of Holy Names (Oakland, CA), Fremont School District, and Fremont Recreation Department. In addition, she has taught special classes to the mentally and physically handicapped, senior citizens, and abandoned and abused children at Alameda County Juvenile Hall. Her love of art motivates her to hold classes in her studio where she also facilitates workshops in painting prophetic art. Small will also be hosting NewPark Mall’s Holiday Toy Drive. Shoppers and exhibitors can dropoff new and unwrapped toys from December 2 – 20 at the Cultural Corner. Toys will go to the League of Volunteers (LOV). Partnering with NewPark Mall, they are making dreams come true for children in the Tri-City Area during the holiday season.
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Sunday: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m. *December 14 (closing at 5 p.m.) Cultural Corner (lower level near Sears) NewPark Mall 2086 NewPark Mall, Newark For more information about LOV, visit www.lov.org, and for more information about Small, visit www.jansmall.com.
Revelation’ Exhibit Through Dec. 31 Monday – Saturday: 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
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