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September 2019
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Danville Artisan Makers Expo A unique holiday boutique, D.A.M.E. will capture the magic o f t h e Au t u m n a l season with an eclectic gathering of 35 plus multitalented artisans who hand make original home goods, wearable-art, gifts and Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas keepsakes. D.A.M.E. expo patrons will find one-ofa-kind mixed-media purses, carved figural soaps, jeweled trees, junk journals, bling crowns, hats & fascinators, diminutive
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McGee Preserve would add 381 acres of new public open space in Danville. Sitting south of Diablo Road, and the community of Diablo, it would preserve 93% of the total 410 acres as open space. Save Mt. Diablo will continue to keep us all posted as this develops. Please see article on page 11. Photo by Caleb Castle.
Hikers Beware as rattlesnakes are out in warm weather By James M. Hale
The Northern Pacific Rattlesnake (Crotalus oreganus oreganus) is the only rattlesnake found in the San Francisco Bay Area. It is a venomous pitviper species that is found in the western United States from British Columbia to northwestern Mexico. Like other reptiles, their metabolism and activity patterns are governed by the ambient, surrounding temperature. In the East Bay, they usually emerge from their retreats with the warm weather starting in April, and are most active from May through July. Rattlesnakes remain active, both day and night, until the return of the rainy season and colder weather in October. The color pattern is quite varied, however locally most individuals have a dark gray to olive brown base color, highlighted with black, white and pale yellow, and overlaid dorsally on the back with a series of large dark blotches. A series of light and dark
rings precedes the rattles on the tail. The large, triangular head, rattles, loreal heat sensitive pits on the snout and keeled scales that are overlaid like shingles on a roof are key diagnostic characteristics. The young are born with a button at the tip of the tail. Every time they shed their skin as they mature, they acquire a new rattle. During good years they may shed several times. Adults may reach 64 inches in length. Rattlesnakes are often confused with gopher snakes, which mimic rattlesnakes by hissing loudly and rattling their tails. Gopher snakes are brownish in color and lack the triangular head and rattles. Rattlesnakes frequent a wide variety of habitats from grasslands to woodlands where they pursue small mammals
and other animals as prey. They in turn are preyed upon by king snakes, raptors, and wild boars. Rocky outcrops, stream courses, talus slopes and ledges are favorite haunts. The rattlesnake is a live-bearing species, with one to twenty five young born
between August and October. The young are born with fully active venom glands. Rattlesnakes usually make their presence known by rattling
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT dining out • music • art • theater • fun events
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Ro l e P l aye rs E n s e m b l e Presents: The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams Now - September 15 In this memory play, narrator Tom Wingfield who is also a character in the play, tells the story from his memories. Set in St. Louis in 1937, Tom works a tiresome job in a shoe warehouse in order to support his mother, Amanda, and his sister, Laura. Will Laura be able to overcome her shyness? Will Tom abandon his position as family breadwinner? Can Amanda let go of the past and help her children find their futures? The answers all lie in the conclusion of this classic American drama of a dire family’s challenges and fragility. $25 - $35 Village Theater & Art G a l l e r y, 2 3 3 F r o n t S t . , Danville. Information: www. villagetheatreshows.com or or 925-314-3400. The Bedford Art Gallery presents: Blow Up II Now - September 15 In response to the p o p u l a r i t y o f o u r 2 01 5 ex h i b i t i o n B L OW U P I I , Bedford Gallery is excited to present a second exhibition of inflatable art. BLOW UP II explores the imaginative ways that artists use air as a tool for creating large-scale
September 2019 tour passports are available at the Village Theatre and Art Gallery and all of the other 15 host sights. Drop off completed passports to the Village Theatre Art Gallery or bring to the closing reception to be entered into a raffle. For more information about this unique event please visit www.danville.ca.gov/ dogsofdanville.
sculpture and includes imagery that is figurative and abstract. Accessible, yet rich with meaning, these pieces use perception of space to open a dialogue about pop culture and social norms. BLOW UP II will feature large-scale artworks by a roster of internationally renowned artists not before seen at the Bedford. Bedford Gallery, Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Information: www. bedfordgallery.org or 925-2951417. N o w September 19 Dogs of Danville: Unleashed! Local Bay Area artists, collaborating with the Town and business community, have created fifteen, completely unique, hand-painted dog statues which are “begging” to be admired in front of local downtown businesses as part of Dogs of Danville: Unleashed! The Dogs will remain outdoors in Downtown Danville all within a few blocks radius of each other. Walking
Artist 7 presents, “Abstractly Speaking” Now - September 27 Artist 7 is a group of artists that regularly meet to discuss upcoming shows, museum events and to discuss new art techniques and media. They also critique current work by each artist and commiserate on the verities of the art world. “Abstractly Speaking” presents their current abstract work, with each artist exploring different directions in the genre. Moved by the plight of children at our southern border, the artists will donate 30% of all their sales to The Legal Service for Children in San Francisco. aRt Cottage, 2238 Mt. Diablo St., Concord. The aRt Cottage is open Tuesday to Friday 11 to 5, Saturday 1 to 5. Information: artscottage. blogspot.com
valleysentinel.com Center Rep Presents Murder for Two Now- October 6 Murder for Two is the perfect blend of music, mayhem and murder! 2 performers play 13 roles and 1 grand piano in a witty and winking homage to old-fashioned murder mysteries. The New York Times calls it “INGENIOUS! A snazzy double-act that spins out a comic mystery animated by funny, deftly turned songs. You won’t want to miss this killer musical comedy!” $39– $90.Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: www. lesherartscenter.org or 925943-SHOW (7469).
The Village Theatre Art Gallery Presents: Memory & Imagination Now - October 12 The Town of Danville’s Village Theatre Art Gallery is pleased to present Memory & Imagination, a new exhibit featuring a variety of different works by the practicing artist residents of The Reutlinger Community (TRC). TRC is a senior care center located in Danville. An Opening Reception for the exhibition is set for Sunday, August 25, 2019 from 2 to 4pm. Complimentary refreshments will be served. Fre e. V i l l a g e T h e a t e r & Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville. Information: www. villagetheatreshows.com or or 925-314-3400.
Walnut Creek Downtown presents: Painted Pianos! September 9-October 18 Walnut Creek Downtown is proud to announce a new musical art project called,
“ Pa i n t e d P i a n o s ! ” E i g h t pianos will be donated by Steinway Piano Gallery and hand-painted by local artists on site, in downtown Walnut Creek and the Center for Community Arts’ Shadelands campus courtyard. Artists will paint their assigned pianos September 3-8 & leave them for the public to enjoy. The pianos will be strategically placed for the public to play September 9-October 18. Live performances by professional &/or special guests will take place every Tuesday (September 10, 17, 24 & October 1, 8, 15) from 121pm at three locations: 1655 N. Main St., 1501 Locust St. 1328 N. Main St. Information: www.walnutcreekdowntown. com/walnut-creekdowntown-events/walnutcreek-downtown-programs/ local-art
Long Day’s Journey Into Night September 14 - 29 2pm and 7:30pm. A son’s looming health diagnosis and a mother’s drug addiction hang over the Tyrone family. The four wounded Tyrones confront the powerful and contradictory feelings they have for each other. Long Day’s Journey Into Night is considered the greatest American tragedy ever written. A picnic meal before all performances and will be sold separately for $25 to those purchasing a ticket to the play for $40. National Park Service shuttles at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley at 205 Railroad Avenue in downtown Danville. will pick up picnic guests early at 12:00 pm for matinees and 5:30 pm for evening shows. Information: Visit EugeneONeill.org or VillageTheatreShows.com, or call 925-314-3400. See A & E page 3
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Comedy With liz Grant & Friends: Mark Pitta September 20 7:30pm. This month for Danville’s comedy scene, Headliner Mark Pitta returns. Also featuring Regina Stoops and Liz Grant. $20. Village Theater & Art G a l l e r y, 2 3 3 F r o n t S t . , Danville. Information: www. villagetheatreshows.com or or 925-314-3400.
Dixieland Jazz September 21 1:30-4:30Pm. On the 3rd Saturday of every month you can enjoy the music of the Devil Mountain Jazz Band. Bring your own beverages, snacks and a friend or two! There is a large dance floor and lots of free parking. $15. Grange Hall, 743 Diablo Road, Danville. Information visit www.Jazznut. com or phone 625-2707. 1:304:30Pm. On the 3rd Saturday of every month you can enjoy the music of the Devil Mountain Jazz Band. Bring your own beverages, snacks and a friend or two! There is a large dance floor and lots of free parking. $15. Grange Hall, 743 Diablo Road, Danville. Information visit www.Jazznut.com or phone 925-625-2707.
September 2019 halls to sellout crowds. $20.00 $25.00. San Ramon Library, 100 Montgomery Street, San Ramon. Information: 925-973-3343 or SanRamonPerformingArts.com. Country Singer/ Songwriter; McKenna Faith September 27 7pm. McKenna Faith is a country music singer/ songwriter and recording artist originally from Northern California. She has toured with the biggest names in the country and was the numberone selling Independent Female Country Artist on iTunes and her debut single to country radio Somethin’ Somethin” cracked the Top 100 on the country charts. $15. Village Theater & Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville. Information: www. villagetheatreshows.com or or 925-314-3400. Jumpin’ at the Sun (JATS) Artistry in Motion September 27-28 7:30pm. Jumpin’ at the Sun (JATS) Dance Company is the resident Contemporary dance company of San Ramon sponsored by the San Ramon Arts Foundation and supported by the City of San Ramon. Bring the whole family and see why our audiences of all ages have left feeling entertained and inspired! $22. Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd. (Cross Street Bollinger Canyon Rd.) Located on the Dougherty Valley High School Campus. San Ramon. Information: www. jumpinatthesun.org and www. sanramonperformingarts.com or 925-973-3343.
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in person. $5. Village Theater & Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville. Information: www. villagetheatreshows.com or or 925-314-3400.
Internet Pop Band: Drive! Drive! September 29 7pm. Drive!Drive! isn’t just another internet pop band. The alternative pop creation was first formed in the mind of Alex Johnson. Craving to create something new and powerful. Not only with music but with a brand and aesthetic that would catch everyone’s attention. After a year of seaching in Nashville for profession musicians, he found Gavin Hurlburt and Philip DeLuca (A Danville Native and Monte Vista Grad). Their first single reached over 100k streams on Spotify, and two additional singles have paved the way to a Tour and sold out performances. $15. Village Theater & Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville. Information: www.villagetheatreshows.com or or 925-314-3400. Preschool Performance Series: The Earthcapades October 4 10 a m . E a r t h C a p a d e s Environmental Vaudeville brings a fast paced juggling, acrobatics and comedy show to America, while at the same time it shows how kids can take care of the earth! $5. Village Theater & Art Gallery, 233 Front St., Danville. Information:
www.villagetheatreshows.com or or 925-314-3400. Danvile Artisans Makers Expo October 5 10am-4pm at the The event will feature: Meet the Maker, Live Demos, Mystery series Author Book Signing, on-going Raffles, D.I.Y. in Danville Workshop/ Studio promotion with a dozen
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Danville businesses, strolling map for local shop and dine options. The $5 entry fee (a charity donation to Dress a Girl Around the World) includes admittance all day, one raffle chance to win art, $5 off coupon to Cottage Jewel. Up to 100 patrons will receive a Danville shopping tote while supplies last. Sponsors include the Town of Danville and Cottage Jewel. Danville’s new D.A.M.E. makers market is a spin off of the Tinsel and Treasure Folk Art show that successfully served the community for over 10 years (last held in 2017) Information: Marcia Harmon 925-837-2664, or info@ cottageJewel.com, or visit Cottage Jewel at 100 West Prospect Ave. in Danville.
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San Ramon Library Foundation Presents: Kim Nalley Band ‘Adventures in Jazz’ September 21 7:30. Kim Nalley, a fabulous jazz & blues singer will thrill you with her 3 1/2 octave voice, packing pipes to burn. From ballads to gritty blues to scatting. Kim delivers effortlessly with style, humor & jazz musicality. She has performed both globally and here in the United States from San Francisco to New York City, at festivals, clubs, and concert
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Beauty and the Beast: Sing-along September 28 2pm and 6pm. Be our Guest and join us for the sing along retelling of this classic tale. Guests will also experience a raffle for prizes before the the movie and an opportunity to meet “Belle”
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September 2019
Alamo News Update
Searching for Veterans
The Second (Indianhead) Division Association is searching for anyone who served in the Army’s 2nd Infantry Division at any time. For information about the association and our 98th annual reunion in Tucson, Arizona from September 18 - 22, 2019; contact Bob Haynes at 2idahq@comcast.net or call 224-225-1202.
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Autos Festival
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Once again car enthusiasts will be able to attend the a n n u a l Au t o s o f A l a m o Festival slated for September 12, 2019. This event is free and will be held at the Alamo Plaza Shopping Center from 4 to 8 PM. Organized by the Alamo Improvement Association, this festival emphasizes 1980 and older cars along with a smattering of antiques, classics, hot rods and exotics. Also on display will be selected new models. Food and beverages will be served including Alamo Home Vintners wine tasting. There will be raffle prizes and a silent auction. Live music performances will provide an historical backdrop to the pre1980 autos.
Owners and exhibitors of these cars are only too happy to talk about these relics, so plan to interact with them. Many of the autos have a fascinating history involving restoration challenges or interesting stories of their acquisition. They are time machines to enjoy now. Exhibitor’s cost is $20 subject to space available. A number of sponsors have generously made donations to help ensure a successful event.
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Surprise! Contra Costa County has a tree ordinance. Another surprise! It’s a bit out of date. However, the county has been working on updating a new ordinance. The process is going slowly due to several constraints and staffing demands. In support of this effort the Alamo Municipal Advisory Council (MAC) has created a new sub-committee on trees.
Autos of Alamo Festival Save the date! Thursday, September 12 from 4 to 8pm (at the Alamo Plaza Center at Stone Valley Rd and Danville Boulevard.) t h e A l a m o I m p rove m e n t Association is presenting the 7th Autos of Alamo Festivala free community event, which includes live music,
beer and wine and a large assortment of fascinating cars. In addition to the classics, antiques, hot rods and custom cars, there will be selected new cars on display. The raffle auction will include wine tours, certificates from local
The Alamo Improvement Association (AIA) also has a tree committee. These two organizations met re c e n t l y t o exa m i n e t h e many issues involved with tree preservation not only in Alamo but also in the county. The discussion was wide-ranging and productive. It must be noted that the AIA has a long-standing involvement with the trees in Alamo. We suggest you go to their on-line newsletter for detailed information: Visit www.alamoca.org Select Resource Center at the top of the screen: Select Newsletters: Select 2019-aianewsletter-XXIX-1: Select the format you want (View On-Line, Download, or Print) This will bring up the Annual Newsletter for 2019. Go to Page 9 - Tree Preservation & Protection. T h e Tr e e O r d i n a n c e will be available when it is completed – a lengthy process.
businesses and the famous barrel of wine bottles. Enjoy an evening out with family, friends and neighbors at this “block party” event. Entering a car for the exhibit is $20. Contact the AIA to pre register a car at 925-247-8081 or at info@ AlamoCa.org.
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September 2019
Citizens Police Academy This Fall
Seven-week program gives behind the scenes look at police Academy, to help inform the driving course, and force
T h e D a n v i l l e Po l i c e Department is inviting members of the community to take part in the Fall Citizens Police Academy. This sevenweek program is designed to provide a look into the day-to-day aspects of law enforcement, and a deeper understanding of how police operate. Twice per year, the police department holds a Citizen
public on the job of a law enforcement officer. Over the course of the program, attendees will hear from guest speakers on topics such as patrol procedures, traffic enforcement, investigations, and a criminal justice overview. In addition, over two Saturdays the group will have a tour of the dispatch center, a firearms demonstration, tour of the Martinez Detention Facility,
options simulator training. The Academy runs on Wednesday evenings from September 18, 2019 – October 30, 2019. The two Saturday sessions will be on September 28, 2019 and October 12, 2019. Those interested in taking part in the academy, should reach out to Det. Sgt. Ron Hoekwater at (925) 314-3703 o r r h o e k wa t e r @ d a n v i l l e. ca.gov.
Community Input Sought on Skate Park Online survey available through September 15 In October, the Danville Town Council will resume discussions over a possible multi-use skate park facility within the town. In order to prepare for the discussions, t h e Tow n h a s o p e n e d a survey on Open Town Hall to determine residents’ interest in a skate park facility and a possible location. The survey can be found at www. opentownhall.com/7798. A skate park was first suggested after it was identified in the 2017 SNAKES from page 1
their segmented tails when threatened or to avoid being stepped on. However, some researchers suggest that as humans have encroached in rattler territory, the snakes are using their legendary rattles less frequently. Ra t t l e s n a ke s we re a significant part of Native A m e r i c a n c u l t u r e. T h e rattlesnake was the Keeper of the Hereafter, and a symbol of transformation and healing. Locally the Ohlone women wo re a b a l o n e p e n d a n t s and necklaces around their necks, Tripne (magic) against rattlesnakes, which jingle and throw glints of sunlight as they walk. Rattlesnake shamans (Trudum) were prominent among the Yokuts near Altamont and throughout their territory. Such shamans or rattlesnake doctors were medicine men who gained the power to cure and prevent snake bites by cultivating dream communications with the rattlesnakes. The Yokut Rattlesnake Dances and songs were among the most dramatic events in California. There are about 8,000 poisonous snake bites a year in the United States. Rattlesnakes and their relatives, copperheads and water moccasins, are
Danville Parks, Recreation & Arts Strategic Plan. $20,000 was budgeted in 2017/18 to conduct a skate park feasibility study. The study identified potential locations, as well as what amenities would go into the facility. Information on the study can be found at www.danville. ca.gov/skateparkstudy. In September 2018, the Town Council accepted the study, but did not recommend a location. The issue was returned to staff to seek further
input from the community regarding support for a skate park and examination of possible locations. T h e s u r vey w i l l r u n through September 15, 2019, and all results then presented to the Town Council for their discussion. For more information, contact Recreation, Arts, & Community Services Director Henry Perezalonso at (925) 314-3454 or hperezalonso@ danville.ca.gov.
responsible for 99% of those bites. No more than 12 deaths were reported each year from 1960 - 1990 as a result of poisonous snake bites. In recent years, up to 30 deaths annually have been reported due to more frequent human and rattlesnake encounters. The best estimate of dogs and cats bitten by poisonous snakes is about 150,000. Rattlesnake bites are about 25 times more fatal in dogs than in humans and can result in permanent damage. At least 25% of poisonous snake bites do not result in envenomation, the injection of venom. Rattlesnake venom is a hemotoxin that attacks the circulatory system and causes localized tissue damage at the site of the bite. Symptoms are dependent upon the size of the snake, the location of the bite on the body, and age, size, and health of the victim. Children are more likely to have severe symptoms because they receive a larger concentration of venom due to their smaller body size. A ny ra t t l e s n a ke b i t e should be treated as a medical emergency that requires immediate care for humans or veterinary care for pets. In humans, the bite victim should be immobilized and remain calm and transported
to a hospital. Most bites are to the hand or leg which should be kept below the level of the heart. Once first aid and supportive care have been instituted, a decision to use the antivenom CroFab is made. Tourniquets, constriction bandages, incisions and extraction of venom and cryotherapy (the application of ice) is not suggested. Pets suffering from rattlesnake bites should be transported to a veterinarian for immediate care. Vaccines are available that offer some immunity from poisonous toxins in the snake venom. Treatment for rattlesnake bite can be quite costly. Prevention to rattlesnake bite is best. Simple precautions can be taken to lessen the chance of encounter with a rattlesnake when enjoying outdoor activities. Keeping pets on a leash and under direct control, particularly during dusk, dawn and the hottest times of the day is advised. Wearing heavy boots creates vibrations that alert snakes of human presence, causing them to retreat or make themselves known. Never attempt to pick up or handle a rattlesnake. James M. Hale is a wildlife biologist based in Contra Costa County. Please visit his website at www.dochale.com.
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dolls, felted animals, mohair bears, ceramic tableware, painted porcelains, vintage ephemera, glass lampwork beads, paper-mache characters, scarves, quilts, woven fiber, wearable-art clothing, antique curiosities, worded whimsy, mosaics, w o o d s i g n a g e, j e w e l r y, Holiday dioramas, cards, ornaments, pop-up houses, golden bullion bird nests, witches, winged creatures, lacy angels, crafting supplies and an endless variety of inspirations. The event will take place on Saturday, October 5, 2019 from 10am-4pm at the Veterans Memorial Hall in downtown Danville, CA (400 Hartz Ave, entry on Prospect Ave.) The event will feature: Meet the Maker, Live Demos, Mystery series Author Book Signing, on-going Raffles, D.I.Y. in Danville Workshop/ Studio promotion with a dozen Danville businesses, strolling map for local shop and dine options.
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The $5 entry fee (a charity donation to Dress a Girl) includes admittance all day, one raffle chance to win art, $5 off coupon to Cottage Jewel and up to 100 patrons will receive a Danville shopping tote while supplies last. All entry proceeds will be donated to the SF/Bay Area chapter of Dress a Girl Around the World Sponsors include the Town of Danville and Cottage Jewel. Danville’s new D.A.M.E. makers market is a spin off of the Tinsel and Treasure Folk Art show that successfully served the community for over 10 years (last held in 2017 with an attendance of approximately 350 guests). Event producer, Marcia Harmon of Cottage Jewel, has added a dozen new craftswomen to the show, a new D.I.Y. crossmarketing campaign with a dozen Danville studio workshops, a dynamic Bay Area charity benefactor and a few more special guests to be introduced at the October show! Contact for event details: Marcia Harmon (925)8372664, or info@cottageJewel. com, or visit Cottage Jewel at 100 West Prospect Ave. in Danville.
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Briones Regional Park By Beverly Lane, President, East Bay Regional Park District Board of Directors
Situated in Central Contra Costa County with easy access from surrounding cities, Briones Regional Park is a beautiful, semi-wild open space with abundant wildlife and miles of trails for hiking and riding. Briones has an interesting h i s t o r y. T h e o r i g i n a l inhabitants of the area were Native Americans, the Bay Miwok Saclan. There’s no evidence of permanent Indian settlement within what now comprises Briones Regional Park, but the land was fruitful for hunting and seed and acorn gathering. In 1829 a retired Spanish soldier named Felipe Briones built a home near what is now the park’s Bear Creek staging area, where he settled with his family of 18, cultivated the land and raised cattle. By the 1830s the native p e o p l e s we re n o l o n g e r peaceable, and when the missions closed and native peoples dispersed, many lived on the foothills of Mt. Diablo and did not welcome the new Mexican rancho grantees. In 1839 a band of Native Americans took horses from
his neighbor, and Briones agreed to help recover the animals. During the ensuing battle, he was struck by an arrow and killed. His widow, Maria Manuela Valencia Briones, petitioned the governor for a grant to the land where the family had lived. The grant, covering three square leagues, was issued in 1842. After California became part of the United States, the title was contested, but upheld by the U.S. District Court in 1860. At t h a t t i m e, much of the Briones rancho was purchased by Simon and Elias Blum. Challenges to the boundary survey continued for many years, and it was not until 1876 that a patent to the 13,000-acre rancho was issued. During the 1850s and ‘60s, the area was developed into orchards and vineyards, and became one of Contra Costa’s most important fruit and walnut-growing regions. Other land uses have been cattle grazing and intermittent dry farming.
Hikers and riders on the Alhambra Creek Trail can see a water tunnel that was dug originally in the 1860s as a potential water supply for the city of Martinez. That did not work out, because the flow was inconsistent. However the tunnel was later deepened, and the water obtained supplied a
number of local families. One famous resident of the area was the noted conservationist John Muir, who married Louise Strenzel, daughter of a prominent family of ranchers and orchardists. Muir hiked often in the Briones hills. In 1906 the People’s Water Company began purchasing land in San Pablo and Bear Creek to secure watershed. The East Bay Water Company
acquired People’s Water Company in 1916 and built San Pablo Dam in 1923. In 1928 the newly formed East Bay Municipal Utility District acquired East Bay Water Company and sold lands outside the watershed as surplus. And in 1957 Contra Costa County and the Utility District agreed to a land conveyance that established a park in the Bear Creek watershed. East Bay Regional Park District entered the picture in 1964, when voters in C o n t r a C o s t a C o u n t y approved annexation t o t h e district. In 1965 the c o u n t y agreed to turn over to the park district two of its undeveloped parklands: Briones and Kennedy Grove in El Sobrante. The Briones transfer totaled just over 1,000 acres, to which was added a purchase of 1,155 acres from the Townsend family. Briones and Kennedy Grove both opened to the public in 1967. “It was a time when you could buy large amounts of land in Contra Costa for a reasonable price,” said Jerry Kent, a retired
View of McGee Preserve in Danville. Photo by Caleb Castle. Please see article on page 11.
valleysentinel.com assistant general manager with the Park District. Today Briones Regional Park totals more than 6,000 acres, with many miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The five main park entrances are Bear Creek Staging Area on Bear Creek Road, the top of Old Briones Road south of Martinez, Alhambra Creek and Reliez Valley Staging Areas on Reliez Valley Road in Pleasant Hill, and Lafayette Ridge Staging Area on Pleasant Hill Road in Lafayette. W i t h i n t h e p a r k a re picnic areas at Bear Creek and Alhambra Creek and three seasonal group campsites: Wee-Ta-Chi, Maud Whalen and Homestead Valley. The Briones Archers archery range is accessed via the Bear Creek Road entrance. For information visit www.brionesarchery.org. Park District naturalists periodically lead hikes that highlight Briones’ natural and cultural history. For instance, there’s a walk at Briones to celebrate the equinox from 8:30 to 11 a.m. on Sunday, Sept. 22, led by naturalist “Trail Gail” Broesder. Designed for ages eight and older, the hike will venture forth in search of signs of fall. For information, call 510-544-2233. For information on all upcoming activities at the park, visit the district website, www. ebparks.org. Or download a map at the website and explore one of the district’s largest and most beautiful parks on your own.
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Diablo Regional Arts Association Announces New Board President, Catharine B. Baker
The Museum of the San Ramon Valley seeks California Indian Program Volunteers
Be Part of Bringing Local History to Life! The Museum of the San Ramon Valley is recruiting volunteers to teach 4th grade classes about California’s First Peoples. This coming September and October fourth grade classes come to the Museum to learn what life was like prior to the coming of European explorers and settlers. If you like children and history, this is a fun subject to teach.
As a volunteer you get a no-pressure training session. You ease into the program, at your own pace. You work with a partner. The sign-up schedule is flexible, allowing docents to teach when they have time. For more information visit www. museumsrv.org (click on Education-Indian Life) or call Vivienne Wong at 925735-1804.
Closing Reception Set for Dogs of Danville
Reception, silent auction, set for first public art show If you haven’t had a chance to check out the Dogs of Danville: Unleashed, time is running out. The Town of Danville’s first public art installation is coming to an end on September 19, 2019. This summer, residents and visitors have enjoyed 15 uniquely painted dog sculptures placed all around the downtown area. The public art exhibition will be up through Thursday, September 19. That same eve n i n g , f ro m 5 : 30 - 7 : 30 p.m. a closing reception and auction will take place at the Village Theatre Art Gallery, 233 Front St. The 15 dog sculptures will be auctioned off, with proceeds of the sale going back to a public art fund, which will allow the Town to do other public art exhibitions in the future. Before the dogs go away, grab a Doggie Passport from t h e V i l l a g e T h e a t re A r t Gallery, Danville Community
Center, or Danville Senior Center. These will guide you around to all the sites to visit the dogs. Walking tours are available as well. For a tour, call (925) 314-3460. At each doggie location, have your passport stamped, and when completed. turn it in at one of the participating locations to be entered into a drawing for raffle prizes. D e t a i l s a re l i s t e d o n t h e To w n ’ s w e b s i t e a t www.danville.ca.gov/659/ Public-Art---Dogs-ofDanville. Be sure to use our social media hashtags when you visit the dogs. #barklocally #dogsofdanville #dogsofdanvilleunleashed. To see pictures of fellow dog lovers that have already v i s i t e d o u r d o g s, c h e c k out www.instagram.com/ explore/tags/dogsofdanville/ For more information, contact Visual Arts Coordinator Marija Nelson Bleier at (925) 314-3460 or mbleier@danville.ca.gov.
D i a b l o Re g i o n a l A r t s Association (DRAA) is p ro u d t o a n n o u n c e t h a t former California State Assemblywoman, Catharine B. Baker, has returned to the Board of Directors as President. As the Lesher Center for the Arts prepares to celebrate its 30th anniversary in 2020, Baker is equipped to lead DRAA with focus, e n e r g y, a n d p a s s i o n a t e c o m m i t m e n t t o D R A A’ s mission. A California native and committed community leader in Contra Costa County and the greater East Bay, Baker first served on DRAA’s Board of Directors from 2011 to 2014, after serving on the On Broadway G a l a E v e n t C o m m i t t e e. Baker then served in the Legislature for four years, representing District 16’s East Bay communities, including Walnut Creek and much of Contra Costa County. During her legislative tenure, Baker remained closely connected with DRAA as an active and supportive Trustee. D R A A’ s m i s s i o n i s t o p rov i d e h i g h - q u a l i t y, professional arts experiences to as many people as possible, especially young students from under-resourced schools
through the Arts Access School Time Program. As an active parent in local school leadership positions and education leader in t h e l e g i s l a t u re, B a ke r understands the important role the arts play in the lives of students and their families. Her own children, now teenagers, have attended performances and festivals at the Lesher Center for the Arts since they were toddlers, and were present at both inaugurations of the Jazz Series and the Chevron Family Theatre Festival. “The DRAA enriches the quality of life in the East Bay through our investment in excellent programming and educational outreach to students and families. I am honored and excited to return to the Board as DRAA’s President.” – Catharine Baker Between her professional experience as Of Counsel at Hoge Fenton Jones & Appel law firm in Pleasanton and her proven regional leadership as a member of the California State Assembly, Baker brings a unique skillset to the DRAA Board. Under her direction, DRAA will reach new levels of success. With an emphasis
on innovation, inclusivity, and quality, Baker’s primary goal is to support exciting new opportunities for the benefit of the broader region as DRAA enters the 30th anniversary of the Lesher Center for the Arts in 2020. Diablo Regional Arts Association (DRAA) is the nonprofit partner of the Lesher Center for the Arts (LCA). DRAA enriches the lives of thousands of East Bay residents every year by raising funds to support the full spectrum of arts at the Lesher Center including d ra m a , m u s i c a l t h e a t re, dance, opera, music, and the visual arts. In addition, t h ro u g h i t s A r t s Ac c e s s School Time Program, DRAA is dedicated to providing families, children, seniors, educators and underserved or at-risk individuals the opportunity to experience t h e a r t s. L e a r n m o re a t w w w. d ra a . o rg o r f o l l o w DRAA on Facebook,Twitter, and Instagram: @ DRAAattheLCA.
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The Town of Danville is recruiting for 5 volunteer positions on Town Commissions: • Arts Advisory Board - 3 regular members (1) two-year term ending June 30, 2021 (2) four-year terms ending June 30, 2023
Applications are due on Thursday, October 3, 2019, 4pm. Interviews will be held on October 15 and November 5 in the evening. Members will be appointed at the November 5 Town Council meeting
• Heritage Resource Commission - 2 regular members (one architect; one with interest in the historic and cultural traditions of the Town) (2) 4-year terms begin January 1, 2020
Applications are due Thursday, November 21, 2019, 4pm. Interviews will be held on December 10 in the morning and December 17 in the evening. Members will be appointed at the December 17 Town Council meeting.
Applications are available on the Town website at
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For more information, contact City Clerk Marie Sunseri
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fescue and rye. Water lawns deeply, at least once week if not raining. Overseed Bermuda grass lawns with perennial rye and topdress with 1” compost to keep lawns green during the winter months. Keep lawn moist until seedlings emerge. This is a good time to shop for Lagerstroemia spp. (crepe myrtles). They are still in bloom so you can choose flower color; plant next month for best rooting. Fertilize roses for the last time this year. Use a liquid fertilizer and make sure it is well watered in. Dig up and divide overgrown Agapanthus, daylilies, primulas, Shasta daisies, Penstemon, Iberis sempervirens. Purchase bulbs for fall planting: Allium, Anemone coronaria, Babiana stricta, Crocus, daffodil, Freesia, Homeria, hyacinth, Ixia, Leucojum, Lycoris, Muscari, ornamental Oxalis, Ranunculus, Scilla, Sparaxis, Tritonia, tulips, species tulips such as Tulipa clusiana, Tulipa saxatilis, Watsonia. Look for large firm bulbs with unbroken skin. Chill tulip, crocus and hyacinths bulbs in the refrigerator vegetable bin for planting during October or November. Plant annuals for winter color such as Iceland poppies, violas, pansies, and ornamental kale. Direct seed springblooming plants, or plant seedlings for earlier bloom. Tr y C e n t a u r e a c y a n u s , Calendula officinalis ‘Geisha Girl’, Eschscholzia californica, Clarkia amoena, Myosotis sylvatica, Linaria marocanna, Lobelia erinus, Lathyrus odoratus, Nemophila, Schizanthus pinnatus (in warmer areas,
especially West county). Plant perennial seedlings of Campanula, candytuft, catmint, Coreopsis, Delphinium, Dianthus, Diascia, foxglove, Gaillardia, Geum, Helleborus, Japanese anemone, Penstemon, Phlox, pincushion flower, Salvia, Scaevola, and yarrow. Garden Pests If shot hole disease was a problem on apricots during the past season, spray your trees after leaf fall but prior to rain with a Bordeaux or fixed copper fungicide. Don’t use sulfur on apricots. Visit the UC IPM page on shot hole disease for more information. If powdery mildew has been problem on your roses in prior months, spray now with a preventative mix: 2 tsp. baking soda + 2-4 tsp. lightweight summer oil + 1 gallon of water. Spray once a week. Visit the UC Pest Note on powdery mildew for more information. Master Gardeners are trained volunteers for the U n i v e rs i t y o f C a l i f o r n i a Cooperative Extension (UCCE). They are residents of local communities who have an active interest in horticulture, have taken the Master Gardener training offered by the UCCE, and now share their knowledge with other members of that community. They provide U n i v e rs i t y o f C a l i f o r n i a research-based horticultural information to the citizens of California through their volunteer efforts as Master Gardeners. It is the acquisition of knowledge, the skill in gardening, and giving back to the community that distinguishes a Master Gardener from other gardeners. For more information visit ccmg.ucdavis.edu.
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great parade down Hartz Ave. We would ride on antique Fire By Sharon Xavier de Sousa the street from Xavier’s and another son, Richard David. Engines and throw buckets of This article is a follow up Sons Shoe Store. It is said Unfortunately, he passed away confetti on the crowds lining to the article which appeared they used to yell at each other suddenly at 6 months of age. the parade route. My Dad was in the May, 2019 issue by across the street and had A couple of months later, my very involved in the life of father received a draft notice the town and participated in Steve Wynn of Barry & Wynn, competing sales! Architects, about the renovation My grandfather was quite to report for duty to the US the Chamber of Commerce, and addition taking place at a character. One customer Army. At the time, men with the Hay Days, the Bowling 375 Hartz Avenue in Danville. used to complain about his two children were exempt from Team, the local charity Golf I would like to share a brief prices. So one day when the the draft. But now, with only Tournaments, the Donkey history of the building and the customer grumbled, “How one son living, he had to go. It Basket Ball games at the high Xavier family’s connection to it much?” Grandpa turned the was a dire time for my mother, school (the Merchants vs. the over most of the past century. It tables on him, answering, losing her baby and then her Faculty), and Xavier’s always husband off to war. And now had an ad in the San Ramon started when my grandmother, “Free! Is that too much?” Olivia Bettencourt, immigrated Xavier and Son’s Shoe my grandfather had to run the High Yearbook. Xavier’s Shoe Store Ad circa Sometime in 1930’s to America from the Azores Store was the 1950’s or 60’s, Island of Pico (1,000 miles much more my Dad built a to go back down to one store, off of Portugal) in the early than a Shoe 1 , 0 0 0 s q u a r e we felt it was time for a major 1900s. She married my uncle’s Store. This f o o t a d d i t i o n renovation. father, Manuel J. Medina of the was before to the back of island Graciosa, who owned the days of Even though I’ve been w h a t w a s b y away for almost 50 years, I and operated Medina’s Shoe Capwell’s, then an 80-year- still think of Danville as home. Repair Shop in Danville. She Emporium old building. He It’s changed a lot from about was about 15 and he was in his or Macy’s moved his shoe 3,000 people in Danville and 40’s when they married. They in Walnut repair machinery 1,000 in Alamo in the 1950’s had a son, Manuel, and then, C r e e k . I t b a c k t h e r e , and 60’s. But it’s still a lovely Mr. Medina passed away in w a s l i k e which gave a lot community, a great place to his mid 40’s. My Grandfather, a General more space for raise kids, and still has that John Anthony Xavier, from the Store from h i s ex p a n d i n g country charm and small town island of Faial, also came here t h e p a s t m e r c h a n d i s e . feel. I hope you all enjoyed with his son, Joe. He worked c e n t u r y . After I got married, learning a little of the history at Medina’s Shoe Repair, and T h e y my Dad sold the of 375 Hartz Ave. and Danville so married the young widow c a r r i e d business and with days gone by, as I enjoyed and helped raise her son along just about 1961-Sharon Xavier de Sousa and her pony cart, in front of Xavier it the Xavier name sharing it with you. with his own. everything store in Danville. He The family moved to West to wear on The new tenant on the Oakland for a time where my your feet for the whole family, shoe shop alone. My father moved his shoe/saddle repair H a r t z Av e. h i s t o r i c s i d e grandfather worked at a Shoe plus men’s work clothes and was sent to Hawaii after Pearl business to Alamo as Walt’s w i l l b e D i o r o J e w e l e r s . Repair Store and my father, boots, cowboy boots, saddles Harbor, where he volunteered Shoe Repair. Unfortunately, The upstairs tenant facing Walter Anthony, was born, and and horse equipment, sporting to be a cook. He became a Staff the new owners did not make Railroad Ave. will be Barry then to San Leandro to work goods, and gym uniforms Sergeant and ran the Mess Hall a go of it, after Xavier and & Wynn Architects. There Sons had been in business in is one space still available for another Shoe Repair Store. for San Ramon Valley High for the Officers When the war was over, he Danville for over 50 years. They moved back to Danville School. (approx 1,400 sq. ft) on the So my Dad rented it to Railroad Ave. parking lot in the 1920’s or 30’s. My father Walter attended returned to Danville, his family After my grandparents S a n Ra m o n Va l l ey H i g h and the Shoe Store. I was part the Thrift Station. In 1986, side) which could be retail or divorced, my father lived with (class of 1938) and was very of the Baby Boom, born in John and I bought it from my service industry. For inquiries my grandfather upstairs in the involved in musical groups 1948. I attended the brand- Dad, and the Thrift Station on leasing, please contact building (since torn down) and also played football. After new Green Valley School, the was there for about 30 years. Gary Riele at 925-736-1105 or that was between our store he graduated, they asked original Charlotte Wood Jr. In the early 2000’s, they gary@RieleCommercial.com. High School, and Stone Valley moved out and we rented it I welcome your comments at School in Alamo when my to Rick’s Picks for the next sxdesousa@aol.com. father bought nearly 4 acres 11 years. When Rick decided in Alamo for about $45,000 (about 1960) near the corner of Danville Blvd. and Camille Ave. In 1949, my Dad and my Uncle Manuel, both World War II Veterans, put on the Follies with the American Legion! The Vets dressed up in ladies attire. That hilarious picture has probably appeared in more books about Danville history than any other. I later joined the American Legion Auxillary, and played piano for the annual Christmas Party The American Legion Follies of 1949. My Dad Walter is 2nd from left Sing Along. and my Uncle Manuel is 2nd from right For the first 20 years of my life, that store was and the corner grocery store, him to come back and play my second home. I started Acres. My grandfather took one more year of football! At stocking merchandise at about care of an elderly man, also one of those games, he met 5 or 6 years old. By junior from the Azores, with no and later married 18-year-old high, I waited on customers. relatives in America. I believe Luisa Dondero, a lovely Italian Throughout high school, I my grandfather acquired the girl from Mt. Diablo High in waited on customers and also Danville Store in exchange Concord. They married in started doing the bookkeeping for taking care of the old 1940 and Walter was very and monthly billing accounts man until he died. During the involved in helping his father in the days before credit cards. The Danville Hay Days Depression, my grandmother run the store. They had a son, Olivia acquired a store across Gary Walter, and a year later, arrived in the 1960’s, with a Xavier’s Shoe Store circa 1950’s/60’s
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Create your personal Medicare account Or you can print and mail Greg Dill
Would you like for a family member or caregiver to be able to call Medicare on your behalf? Would you like a way to store all your health records in one place online, so you can quickly share them with a new doctor or other healthcare provider? How about an easy way to print a new Medicare card if you lose yours? Or a quick way to see what preventive health services, like cancer screenings and vaccinations, are available to you? You can do all that and more by creating a free, secure MyMedicare.gov account. To create an account, go to MyMedicare.gov. You’ll be asked to provide a username and password. You’ll also need to enter your Medicare number as it appears on your red, white, and blue Medicare card. Once you’ve completed your online registration, you can sign in to MyMedicare.gov and start using the site. Medicare will mail you a confirmation letter containing the password you created, in case you forget it. (Make sure you list the address that Social Security or the Railroad Retirement Board has on file for you.) We’ll also send a confirmation email if you gave us your email address during registration. MyMedicare.gov is available in English and Spanish.
Once you have created a MyMedicare.gov account, you can: • Check your Medicare claims as soon as they are processed. • Find your eligibility, entitlement, and preventive service information. • Check your Medicare health plan and prescription drug enrollment information. • View your Part B deductible information. • Manage your prescription drug list and other personal health information. • Create an “On the Go Report” that allows you to print your health information to share with your healthcare providers. So how do you authorize Medicare to discuss your records and benefits with a family member or caregiver? Medicare can’t give personal health information about you to anyone unless you give permission in writing first. To do this, sign in to your MyMedicare.gov account and fill out form CMS-10106: “Authorization to Disclose Personal Health Information.” You can fill out and submit the form online by following these steps: 1. Navigate to the “My Account” tab. 2 . C l i c k “Au t h o r i z e d Representative.” 3. Click “Medicare Authorization to Disclose Personal Health Information form.” 4. Enter the requested information and click the “Continue” button.
form-10106 to us. I f yo u h ave O r i g i n a l Medicare, you can check your Medicare claims as they appear in your MyMedicare. gov account. Just sign in and follow these steps: 1. Click on the “Claims” tab. From there, you can view claims that have been processed in the past 15 months. 2. Select the type of claim and then the appropriate date range from the list. 3. Click the “Submit” button to begin the search. 4. After you search, select any of the blue claim numbers to see additional details. Why is it important to check your Medicare claims? Because it helps protect both you and Medicare against fraud. The sooner you see and report inaccurate claims, or claims for services you never received, the sooner we can stop fraud. Keep in mind that if you’re in a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan, or a prescription drug (Part D) plan, you can’t view claims for these plans on MyMedicare.gov. Call your plan for more information about a claim. For more information on MyMedicare.gov, go to https://www.mymedicare. gov/helppages/gettingstarted/ register/. If you don’t have a MyMedicare.gov account, you can still check your Original Medicare claims by calling 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800633-4227) and using the automated phone system.
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For most folks living in the east bay, their biggest assets have had a tremendous increase in value over the past 10 years (real estate & investments). As a result, more and more people are thinking about retirement. Often time readers of this very article will reach out and ask us questions and so this month I’d like to share some of the most common questions we receive from p ro s p e c t i ve c l i e n t s a s i t relates to retirement. 1) Do I have enough to retire? 2) H o w m u c h c a n I spend in retirement? 3) I’m getting close to retirement, should I make changes to my portfolio? 4) Will I need to move out of state or downsize my home in retirement? 5) Should I pay off my mortgage before I retire or with my retirement assets? 6) Can I help my adult kids with certain expenses and still afford to retire? As much as I would like to answer each one of these for our readers, the fact is the answer to each question d e p e n d s o n a va r i e t y o f factors. Let me give you some examples – last week I met with 2 prospective clients. One of them had less than $400,000 in liquid i n v e s t m e n t s ( 4 01 K / I R A etc.) but 6 different forms o f re t i re m e n t i n c o m e ( 4 pensions + his/hers social security). This person had very little in the way of concerns when it came to stock market volatility and instead was concerned, and rightfully so, on keeping pace with inflation over a 20+ year retirement.
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Magee Preserve Would Mean Almost 400 Acres of New Public Open Space in Danville (93%) of the beautiful Magee located within the city limits by city zoning (the entire 410 management and protection by In the Spring of 2019 Save Mount Diablo decided to reaffirm our support of a c o n s e r va t i o n t ra d e o f f associated with a project that we had influenced for years: Magee Preserve. The Danville Town Council approved this project this summer, but there may be a referendum that could decide the issue in March 2020. Whether a referendum happens or not, the key takeaway is this: in exchange for building 69 houses on 29 acres, we achieve the protection of 381 acres
property in Danville. About seven years ago, after lengthy negotiations, Save Mount Diablo agreed to support the conservation tradeoff of a project proposed by the Magee ranching family and Summerhill Homes. It was virtually the same one as we have now in 2019. The project was approved by the Danville Town Council in 2013, but was challenged in court, delayed, and picked u p by D av i d o n H o m e s. Today, Magee Preserve is a proposed development project
of Danville, south of Diablo Road and the community of Diablo. It would include 93% open space on 410 acres, virtually identical (in fact, slightly better) than what was approved back in 2013. After fixing the issue that the court demanded be reviewed (impacts of the project on bicycle safety), Davidon, with the help of Danville residents and Save Mount Diablo, again won project approval from the Danville Town Council. The Project proposes fewer homes than allowed
acres of the property could be subdivided under current zoning), and clustered on just 7% of the total property. It would add two miles of new public trails to the East Bay Regional Park District (EBRPD), protect the hills, slopes and ridgelines on the property, and safeguard the gateway to Mount Diablo State Park - over a mile of pristine land on the south side of Diablo Road and east of Green Valley Road. It would protect and enhance 1.5 miles of Green Valley Creek, protect views, and help local wildlife. M a g e e P re s e r ve a l s o connects Sycamore Valley Regional Open Space and several Home Owner Association (HOA) open spaces, protecting wildlife and recreational corridors, and extends a new option to Danville to expand the paved biking and pedestrian trails along Diablo Road, making it safer for cyclists, runners, and walkers and their dogs. We t h i n k a s m a l l development on 29 acres to protect 381 acres - more than 12 times as much land - is a good trade-off. There would be five layers of land protection: 1) ownership by an HOA, 2)
a Geologic Hazard Abatement District, 3) restriction by a development agreement, 4) conservation by a protective conservation easement, and 5) public access and trails. The connections to open space and enhanced recreational opportunities sweeten the deal. Opponents of the Project cite traffic, bike safety and fire concerns, but the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District has said the Project wouldn’t affect their ability to service the area. In addition, traffic and bike path improvements proposed as part of Magee Preserve would make the current traffic situation better, not worse. In August 2019, opponents submitted signatures to the County to try and necessitate a referendum on the Project, which if successful might mean that the approval of Magee Preserve would be decided at the March 2020 ballot box. We’ll let you know how things develop. Save Mount Diablo, along with many Danville residents, the Town Council, and EBRPD, continue to support the conservation tradeoff offered by Magee Preserve.
Magee Preserve: Unanimously Approved by the Danville Council Because There’s More to Love in the Place We Love We know protection of open space means so much to Danville. That’s why Magee Preserve permanently preserves 381 acres of Mt. Diablo’s foothills as new permanent public open space, keeping future development off limits forever and making available never-before-seen views and vistas open to the public for the first time, along with two miles of new trails, and protections for Green Valley Creek. Magee Preserve even makes improvements to traffic flow to reduce congestion and wait times, and provides the necessary lands to the Town of Danville for safe bicycle and pedestrian access along Diablo Road. All at no cost to taxpayers. Magee Preserve even proposes fewer homes than current zoning allows, and all on the flattest, least visible part of the property to protect the integrity of our pristine hillsides. It’s no wonder the Danville Town Council unanimously approved Magee Preserve and it’s overwhelmingly recommended by the Danville Planning Commission. It is also supported by Save Mount Diablo and East Bay Regional Park District because of its conservation and recreational gains, and supported by all of Danville’s major bike groups, including Bike East Bay, Mount Diablo Cyclists, Valley Spokesmen Bicycle Club, and the leaders of the San Ramon Valley Mountain Bike Club. Please visit MageePreserve.com to learn more about Magee Preserve and the project’s public benefits.
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September • September • September • September • September • September • September For additional Community Events visit: www.ValleySentinel.com Please email information about your events to info@valleysentinel.com COMMUNITY EVENTS Now - September 30 Eugene O’Neil Festival Eugene O’Neill Foundation | Tao House The 20th Annual Eugene O’Neill Festival “Haunted Poets” is happening in Danville now! We look forward to another year of exciting theatre, local events, community engagement and the Eugene O’Neill International Festival of Theatre in New Ross, Ireland, in October. Various events & locations www.eugeneoneill.org September 12 Autos of Alamo Festival 4-8pm. The Alamo Improvement Association presents the 7th Autos of Alamo Festival- a free event, including live music, beer and wine and a large assortment of fascinating cars: classics, antiques, hot rods and custom cars, and selected new cars on display. Raffle auction will include wine tours, gift certificates, and the famous barrel of wine bottles. Enjoy an evening out with family, friends and neighbors at this “block party” event. For more information or to register a call 925-247-8081 or email info@AlamoCa.org. Alamo Plaza Center at Stone Valley Rd and Danville Boulevard. September 19 Danville Area Chamber of Commerce Mayors’ Summit 11:30am-1:30pm. Get Area updates from the mayor’s of Danville, Dublin, Livermore, Pleasanton and San Ramon, as they update us on what’s going on! Moderated by Candace Andersen, Supervisor District 2. Town Hall & The Village Theatre, 233 Front St, Danville. Tickets are $45 Chamber Members, $50 Non Members. Limited seating! For more information call 925- 837-4400. September 28 Evening Under the Stars Dinner, Dance & Auction 5pm. Dine and dance under the stars at San Damiano Retreat in Danville. Bid on once in a lifetime experiences including a pilgrimage to Assisi and dinner with the Bishop. All proceeds benefit the work of beautiful San Damiano Retreat. $150 per person, includes hosted bar. 710 Highland Drive; Danville. Reservations at www.sandamiano.org or 925-837-9141 x315 September 28 St. Vincent de Paul Friends of the Poor 5K Walk/Run 9am-11pm. 100% of all proceeds from this charity fundraiser remain in Contra Costa County to support. SVdP programs including: Food pantries, Free Dining Room, Free Medical Clinic, Dental Program for uninsured, Job Training Program, Daytime Homeless Shelter, Clothing/ Furniture & more! Register at www.fopwalk.org. St. Isidore Church grass field, 440 La Gonda Way, Danville. For more info., Contact Barb Hunt b.hunt@svdp-cc.org, or www.svdp-cc.org September 29 Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Rosh Hashanah 4:30-8pm. Join Tri-Valley Cultural Jews for Rosh Hashanah, the start of the Jewish New Year at the Bothwell Arts Center in Livermore (2466 8th Street, Livermore CA). This is a child friendly, but not child-centered, event. Free to members; $20 per non-member adult. To RSVP and for more information: 925- 485-1049 October 5 D.A.M.E. Danville Artisan Makers Expo 10am-4pm. Come kick off that gift list shopping at this fabulous gathering of local artisans and their wares. This will take place at the Danville Veterans Memorial Hall on Saturday, October 5 from 10am-4pm. Something for everyone, all tastes all ages. Your $5 entry fee goes to benefit “Dress a Girl Around the World”. Presented by Cottage Jewel and the Town of Danville. Be there or be square! October 5 1-3pm. Blessing of the Animals Fair at San Damiano Retreat Featuring The Lindsay Wildlife Experience. San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville 94526. For more information visit www.sandamiano.org, or call 925-837-9141. October 5 The San Ramon Historic Foundation. Oktoberfest 11am-4pm. Oktoberfest featurs the Olympia Fields Brass Band, Golden Gate Bavarian Dancers, Dachshund Races, a delicious German themed lunch, and four different breweries providing the beer. Beer tastings also available for purchase, day of the event. Forest Home Farms Historic Park, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd. San Ramon. Adult: $25.00 includes lunch, beer stein and 1 beer ($30 day of). Ages 13-20: $15.00 includes lunch and root beer. Ages 6-12: $10.00 includes lunch and root beer. 6 and under, free.. ONGOING Collections for Men and Women in the War Zone Gourmet Junk Food: First Friday of the month at CVS in Alamo; Second Friday of the month at Lunardi’s in Danville; List of acceptable items available during collection times. Hours 11:30 to 1:30. Delta Nu Psi. Special Services for Children with Cancer and Their Families Cancer Support Community offers short-term counseling (12 to 20 sessions) at no cost to children with cancer and their families. Counseling can be for the family, siblings, and/or kids coping with cancer. Counseling is provided by doctoral interns or post doctoral fellows under the supervi-
sion of our clinical psychologists. To request this service, please call us at 925-933-0107 and ask to speak with our program director, Margaret Stauffer, LMFT. Hope Hospice seeking volunteers Hope Hospice is currently looking for individuals who are interested in volunteering to assist hospice patients and their families. Volunteer opportunities include; Home Care; Cosmetology; Healing Touch; Reiki; Massage Therapy; Vocalists. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, contact Jill Biggs, RN, at 925-829-8770. Volunteers Needed: Read to Preschoolers Volunteers are needed at childcare centers in Concord, Pittsburg, and West County. The Contra Costa County Library will supply books and resources. For more information, please contact Maureen Kilmurray at 925-927-3288. Alamo Farmer’s Market Every Sunday, Year round 9am-2pm, rain or shine. Fresh seasonal fruit and vegetables, nuts, local honey, live music, delicious varieties of hummus with fresh pita and pita chips. Located in the Alamo Plaza Shopping Center, at Stone Valley Road and Danville Blvd., with convenient parking. Danville Farmer’s Market Every Saturday, Year-round 9am-1pm. Get the freshest seasonal fare at the Danville Certified Farmers’ Market. Railroad & Prospect Avenue, Danville. Information: www. ci.danville.ca.us. (You can make donations of fresh vegetables and fruit for our local food pantries at the Loaves & Fishes Booth at the Danville Farmers Market.) San Ramon Farmers Market Every Saturday & Thursday Year-round Buy fresh, seasonal produce directly from local farmers at San Ramon Farmers Market. www.SanRamonFarmersMarket.org. Bishop Ranch 3, 2641 Camino Ramon, San Ramon. Canine Companions for Independence Puppy Class Every Saturday 10-11am. Become a puppy raiser! The East Bay Miracles Chapter invites you to help train puppies to become assistant dogs for children and adults with disabilities. Athenian High School, 2100 Mt. Diablo Scenic Blvd., Danville. Information: 925-838-3213, cci.org/eastbaychapter Forest Home Farms Historic Park & Glass House Museum–open for Fun on the Farm Every Saturday 11am-2pm. Enjoy tours of the Glass House Museum, the farm and its history. Tours are $5 per person, or $8 for both tours on the same day. 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon. Information: 925-973-3284 or visit www.sanramon.ca.gov. Saturday without Reservations at the Tao House Every Saturday 10am, 12pm, and 2pm. Come explore this National Historic Site in Danville. Catch the shuttle at the bus stop in front of the Museum of the San Ramon Valley, 205 Railroad Ave. www.EugeneOneill.org SENIORS Danville Seniors Unless otherwise noted, the following activities are held at the Danville Senior Center, Veterans Memorial Building, 115 E. Prospect, Danville. For more information call 925-314-3490 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us/ Recreation/Seniors. Sneaker Trips: The Town of Danville’s Senior Sneakers program is a great way for you to make new friends and get out and around the greater Bay Area. There’s always something new to see and learn. The Danville Area Senior Hikes (DASH) is open to all adults and meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month. The group starts at 8:45am at Osage Park, 816 Brookside Drive, Danville and returns about 1pm. Information: 925-3143400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us/Recreation/Seniors/Senior_Hiking. San Ramon Seniors The following events are held at the Alcosta Senior & Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon, unless otherwise noted. For more information call 925-973-3250 or visit www.sanramon.ca.gov/parks/ programs/ages55+.htm. Wisdom Wednesdays: 10:30am-12pm. Free workshops and informational sessions that will benefit you. They will give you free access to coffee, knowledge and a better understanding of important issues. Information: 925-973-3250. Trips Trip Desk is open Tuesdays from 10am-1pm. Sign up for trips at the travel desk or by depositing payment with registration form in the gold drop box found at the main entryway. Information: 925-973-3250. Wednesday Morning Hikes (time and location varies) Join the San Ramon Trailblazers if you are interested in meeting new
people, enjoying the outdoors, having fun and getting in shape. To find out the exact meeting location, please call the Senior Center at 925973-3250 or email trailblazer88@comcast.net. Page Turners Senior Book Group Third Tuesday of the month 1:30pm. Drop in–all are welcome! Copies of this month’s book are on reserve for you at the Dougherty Station Library Front Desk. Book group meets at Alcosta Senior and Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd. Information: Carol Yuke, Adult Services Librarian. 925-973-2850. BUSINESS Notice: The Danville Area Chamber of Commerce helps businesses improve digital footprint In partnership with The Economic Development Committee and the Town of Danville, it is our goal to help every business in the Danville Area to improve their digital footprint and customer outreach. This is a service and resource that we are offering for FREE to both members and non-members, so book your appointment today and bring your neighbor with you! Contact me, Zae Perrin: 925- 837-4400 or email: ceo@danvilleareachamber.com September 12 After Hours Business Mixer 5:30-7pm. Come join the Danville Area Chamber of commerce for a wonderful business mixer where you can network with other businesses, meet the hosts and enjoy refreshments with this lively group. This mixer will take place at US Cryotherapy, located at 3151 Crow Canyon Place, Ste. D, in San Ramon. $10 members, $20 nonmembers. Bring plenty of business cards! For more information call 925- 837-4400. September 13 Small Business Council Workshop 7:45-9am. The Danville Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to sponsor the Small Business Council. The Small Business Council delivers a Free Business Workshop on the 2nd Friday of every month. The theme of each workshop varies each month. Veterans Memorial Hall, 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. For more information call the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce at 925- 837-4400. September 17 Converting Prospects To Customers - “Everything Starts With A Sale” 9:30am-12:30pm. This three-hour workshop is a basic training program on Sales and Marketing. It will reacquaint experienced sales people with the many elements the selling process and will teach new sales people the skills needed to find prospects and turn them into customers. Far too many new businesses do not achieve their full potential due to the inability of their owners and staff to make effective sales calls. This course is taught by Victor Johnson who was a part owner of both a NYSE and a NASDAQ firm, both of which he served as head of sales and marketing., East Bay Works, 4071 Port Chicago Hwy Suite 250, Room B, Concord. For More information call Oscar Dominguez at 925-671-4515. FREE September 17 Leadership Strengths - Part 1: Discovery 6-9pm. This is the first of a series of six workshops covering leadership, communication, conflict resolution and customer service. These are essential skills for any workplace. Enrollment in all of the workshops in the series is requested for maximum benefit. This workshop is a prerequisite for Leadership Strengths, Part 2. Each participant will receive the book, Clifton Strengths 2.0 (by Tim Rath) and take the Clifton Strengths on-line Assessment (Top 5 signature themes) during the workshop. Self-Discovery is the first step to becoming the best employee, manager and/or leader in an organization. The material cultivates discovery and understanding of individual Strengths and its application with assigned professional work roles. September 18 First Steps To A Successful Startup 9am-12:30pm. Learn about the attributes of a successful entrepreneur, invaluable sources of information for the nuts and bolts of starting your business including licenses and permits, the business planning process and key information sources for developing your business plan, how to take advantage of the Small Business Development Center’s free and low cost services for your new business, and more! Join us to learn about the key success factors every new business owner needs before starting their venture! Share This 300 Ellinwood Way, Pleasant Hill.Second Floor, Bodega Room. Or information call Oscar Dominguez at 925- 671-4570. FREE. September 19 Business Expo and Mixer at the Bridges Golf Club 5-7:30pm. Discover local businesses and network with up to 300 people at the San Ramon Business Expo and Mixer at the Bridges Golf Club. Pre-Expo Workshop, in the Bridges Fireside Room: Social Media Prospecting the Sandler Way 4:30-5:30pm. Every Attendee gets a FREE Ticket into the Business Expo!! The cost to attend is only $20 which includes sample foods from some of our local restaurants, as well as fine wine and beer. Don’t miss this great networking event!! (San Ramon Chamber members pay only $10 if you register on-line before September 12th.) To register call Kathy Fanning at 925- 242-0600. The Bridges Golf Club, 9000 S. Gale Ridge Rd., San Ramon.
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Community Calendar continued from page 12 September 24 Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce Business TradeFaire 2019 5-7pm. On Tuesday, September 24, 2019 businesses and organizations of all types will fill Scott’s Seafood Grill & Bar for this popular event that exhibitors anticipate all year. Business Tradefaire is the face-toface marketing opportunity that is a proven winner for small business operations, nonprofits, and entrepreneurs. Scott’s Seafood Grill & Bar, 1333 N California Blvd, Walnut Creek. BNI Every Thursday Noon-1:30pm. We are actively looking for new members to refer business to in the trades. We need a plumber, electrician, handyman and cleaning service but are also looking for other professions like property manager, event planner and many others. Walnut Creek. 925-330-8275 or david@staff.webquarry.com BBR-Partners for Success 1st and 3rd Tuesdays 12-1pm. One of the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce’s successful Business by Referral groups, Partners for Success meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month to provide concrete business leads to one another. Chamber Conference Room, 117 E Town & Country Drive, Danville. www.danvilleareachamber.com BBR-Sunrise Alliance 2nd and 4th Wednesdays 7:30-8:30am. One of the Danville Area Chamber of Commerce’s successful Business by Referral groups, Sunrise Alliance meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month to provide concrete business leads to one another. Chamber Conference Room, 117 E Town & Country Drive. Danville. www.danvilleareachamber.com CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS September 24 Alamo Danville Newcomers Club The Alamo Danville Newcomers Club is a woman’s organization, whose purpose is to enrich the lives of all its members and their families in a social manner. Check out all our club has to offer by visiting alamodanvillenewcomers.com. The next “Welcome Coffee” will be held on September 24th from 10 AM to Noon. RSVP to –alamodanvillenewcomers@gmail.com. September 14 California Writers Club: How to Successfully Promote Your Book 11am-2pm. Ann Steiner will discuss “How to Successfully Promote Your Book” at the next luncheon meeting of the Mt. Diablo Branch of the California Writers Club (CWC) at Zio Fraedo’s Restaurant, 611 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill. Sign-in is from 11 am to 12 pm, luncheon 12 pm to 12:45, including a short business meeting, and speaker from 1 pm to 2 pm. Registration is $25 for CWC members, $30 for guests. Reservations at https://cwcmtdiablo.org/ current-cwc-mt-diablo-meeting/. Tri-Valley Fly Fishers Visitors welcome. Meetings feature speakers who share their knowledge of the sport. Held at 7 PM on the first Thursday of every month, September through June at the Livermore-Pleasanton Rod and Gun Club, 4000 Dagnino Road, Livermore. Information: email Roger Perry at President@ Tri-valleyflyfishers.org Danville-Alamo-Walnut Creek Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) Advances equity for women and girls. AAUW membership is open to all graduates of accredited four year colleges or universities and those holding an Associate Degree. For information contact Marsha at 925- 351-8188 for more Visit daw-ca.aauw. net for meeting dates. Cancer workshops and support groups-Ongoing Most are FREE. Cancer Support Community, 3276 McNutt Avenue, Walnut Creek. Information / reservations call 925-933-0107 or visit www.cancersupportcommunity.net. Fibro? CFIDS? Chronic Pain? If these are familiar to youll about the San Ramon Valley support group for people who need support, information, classes and friendship from people who know what it’s like. We like to laugh while getting well. Call 925-837-0510.
Hope Hospice Grief Support Groups– Ongoing Hope Hospice provides support to help you understand and manage grief in a way that is healthy and appropriate. Our Grief Support Center is available to all community members at minimal or no cost. Information: visit www.HopeHospice.com or call 925-829-8770. Hospice of the East Bay Support groups and workshops for adults, children and teens experiencing grief after the death of a loved one. Classes will be offered at Hospice’s Administrative Offices: 3470 Buskirk Avenue; Pleasant Hill and the Tony La Russa’s Animal Rescue Foundation: 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek. Pre-registration is required for all groups and classes, except our drop-in group. To register, please call Hospice of the East Bay: 925- 887-5681. Information: www.hospiceeastbay.org RECURRING Mondays: The Walnut Creek Garden Club 9:45am: The Walnut Creek Garden Club meets on the second Monday of each month at The Gardens at Heather Farm Camellia Room. The center is just off Ygnacio Valley Road at 1540 Marchbanks Drive. Call 925-947-1678 for directions. The business meeting is at 9:45am, socializing time is at 10am, and the program is at 11am. Contact mslittle44@gmail.com for more information. Sons In Retirement (Las Trampas Branch) Monthly Luncheon 11:15am. Meets the third Monday of each month, except for May and December. Make new friends and participate in fun activities. Make $25 luncheon reservations by calling 925322-1160 by the preceding Wednesday. Boundary Oak, 3800 Valley Vista Road, Walnut Creek. Information: visit www. branch116.org. Danville Rotary 12pm. Meets every Monday. Black Bear Diner, 807 Camino Ramon, Danville. Information: danvillerotary.org. San Ramon Alzheimer Support Group 7-9pm. Meets the second Monday of each month, except on holidays. Sponsored by the Alzheimer Association. Caregivers of Alzheimer victims can get information on how to help them through this difficult time in life. San Ramon Senior & Community Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Information: 925-973-3250 Tuesdays: Senior Self-Help Clinic It is on the first Tuesday of every month at the Spinetta Family Law Center in Martinez on the first floor, room 144B, from 9-11AM. Drop-in clinic available to Contra Costa Seniors age 60 and older who do not have an attorney and who represent themselves in court. Attorneys can give information about pleadings, court procedures, provide court forms, and assist in filling them out. Staff can help with elder abuse temporary restraining orders, landlord tenant issues, consumer and civil matters. For info email katie.kelly@ccsls. org. Contra Costa Senior Legal Services TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) We meet every Tuesday at St. Timothy’s Office Building, Grace House, Basement 1550 Diablo Rd. Danville. Our hours: Weigh in 8:30 - 9:30am, meeting is 9:30 - 10:30am. We are a weight loss club. Information, please call Mary Stoneburner, at 925- 837-1882 Danville am Toastmasters 7-8:30am. Want to improve your speaking and presentation skills? Toastmasters can help! Meets every Tuesday in downtown Danville. www.4143. toastmastersclubs.org Danville/Sycamore Valley Rotary 7am. Meets every Tuesday morning. Crow Canyon Country Club, Danville. Information: dsvrotary.com. Diablo View Toastmasters 8:30-9:30am. Meets every Tuesday on the first floor at Realty One, 2355 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Information: 4160.toastmastersclubs.org.
San Ramon Valley Geneological Society 10am. Meets every third Tuesday at the LDS Church, 2949 Stone Valley Road, Alamo. http://srvgensoc.org Walnut Creek Rotary 12:15-1:30pm. Meets every Tuesday. Heather Farms Garden Center, 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: rotarywc.org. ARF Pet Loss Support Group 5:30-7pm. Meets second Tuesday of every month. Register with Vicki at 925887-5681 or vickis@hospiceeastbay.org. ARF, 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: arf.net. Divorced and Separated Workshop 7- 8:30pm. A new workshop series for divorced and separated people is being held on at St. Joan of Arc Parish, 2601 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Contact: Sue at smc9@sbcglobal.net. 925 -819-1809. Prostate Cancer Group 7:30–9pm. Meets 2nd Tuesday of the month. Drop-in prostate cancer group for men and their loved ones. San Ramon Regional Medical Center, South Building, West Day Room. 6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. Information: 925.933.0107 or www.twc-bayarea.org/ community-programs.html. Wednesdays: American Legion Post 246 Meets First Wednesdays at 12 noon at The VMB building upstairs 400 Hartz, Danville Danville Tennis Club (DTC) 6:30-9 PM Wednesday Night Drop-In Tennis at San Ramon Valley High School, 501 Danville Blvd., for men and women of 4.0 level or above (and strong 3.5). Also have USTA teams and social events. Join free at https://groups.yahoo.com/ neo/groups/danvilletennisclub/info Walnut Creek Toastmasters 7-8:15pm. Meets every Wednesday. 1660 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill. Information: walnutcreek.freetoasthost.net Sons in Retirement (San Ramon Valley chapter) Monthly Luncheon 10:30am; Social Hour, 11:35am meeting and lunch. Meets the 3rd Wed. of each month. Reservations, please email us at www.info@sir128.com by Friday prior to the luncheon. Bridges Golf Club, 9000 S. Gale Ridge Rd., San Ramon. Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley 12pm. Meets the second Wednesday of every month. Sign-in and social time begins at 11:30. Guests are welcome with lunch reservations. Faz Restaurant, 600 Hartz Ave., Danville. RSVP 925-2752412. Info: www.srvexchangeclub.org Alamo Rotary 12:15pm. Meets every Wednesday. Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Info: alamorotary.org. Walnut Creek Host Lion’s Club 12:15pm. Meets the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Wednesdays of each month. Black Bear Diner, 700 Bancroft Road, Walnut Creek. Information: walnutcreeklions.org. Danville Lions Club 6:30pm. Meets the first and third Wednesday at the Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Information: Truman Howard 925-787-2565 truman. howard@gmail.com San Ramon Valley Rotary 7pm. Meets every Wednesday. Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Drive, Danville. Info: sanramonvalleyrotary.com. Blue Star Moms 7-9pm. Meets the second Wednesday of every month to participate in service activities supporting sons/daughters serving in the military. Danville Veterans Memorial Building, 400 Hartz Ave. Information: bluestarmoms.org. Diablo Valley Quilters 7-9pm. Meets the third Wednesday of every month. No charge for guests. Danville Congregational Church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Information: diablovalleyquilters.com.
Veterans of Foreign Wars 7pm. Meets the third Wednesday of every month. Veterans Memorial Hall, 400 Hartz Avenue, Danville. Information: Post Commander Ernie Petagara at 925-3629806 or vfwpost75.org. Diablo Singles Dance Club 7-10pm. Meets the last Wednesday of every month. Live music, refreshments. Members $8, Guests $12. All welcome. 111N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek. Danville Toastmasters Club #1785 7:30-9pm. Meets every Wednesday. Room W204 at Diablo Valley College,1690 Watermill Road, San Ramon. Information: danvilletoastmasters1785. com. Thursdays: Danville Alamo Garden Club Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the months between September and June starting at 9:15 am at the Alamo Women’s Club 1401 Danville Blvd, Alamo. If you have any questions, contact Susan at membershipvp@dagc.us or go to our website: www.dagc.us. The Danville Women’s Club 11:30am. Please join the GFWC Danville Women’s Club at 242 W. Linda Mesa Ave., Danville, for our monthly luncheon. Reservations required. Contact Marijke at 925- 997-2197 to make your reservation. Lunch is free for first-timers, $8 for others. 11 a.m.: socializing; 11:30: speaker; 12 lunch; 12:45 business meeting. You’re welcome to stay for our meeting to learn more about us. San Ramon Valley Newcomers 11:30am-2pm. Meets the third Thursday of every month with a featured guest speaker at a local Tri-Valley restaurant. New and long-time adult residents are welcome. Reservations/information: susansgotbling@sbcglobal.net or www. srvnc.com. Rotary Club of San Ramon 11:45am. Meets every Thursday. Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Danville. Information: sanramonrotary.org. San Ramon Valley Kiwanis Club Thursdays at Noon. Black Bear Diner, 807 Camino Ramon, Danville. www. kiwanis-srv.org Clutterers Anonymous 7-8pm. Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month. St. Luke’s Lutheran Church Room 3, 2 491 San Miguel Drive, W alnut Creek. Information: 925736-8627. Diablo Valley Lions Club 7:30pm. Meets the 1st, 3rd, and 4th Thursday of every month. 1400 Montego Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: diablovalleyca.lionwap.org.
Fridays: Montelindo Garden Club (third Friday of every month, September through May) at 9 am, St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 66 St. Stephens Drive, Orinda. Everyone is welcome. Questions? Contact wconstantine@comcast.net. Or call 925-284-8193. Transitions-“Navigating Life’s Turning Points Together” 9-11:30am, starting 9/13. We are real women moving through real transitions in life. Our mission is to encourage and support women from all walks of life newly wed to having aging parents and everything in between. Registration is open year round and there’s always a welcoming seat. Community Presbyterian Church: 222 W. El Pintado Rd., Danville, Conference Room. Contact Diane at dianewood70@gmail.com, or Liz at elizabeth1728@yahoo.com. Saturdays: Danville Veteran Service Organizations 8am-11am Every Saturday at Veterans Memorial Building of San Ramon Valley – in Danville – the VSOs jointly host a “Veterans Coffee Social” Phone Marsha at 925-351-8188 for more details reservations – all Veterans welcome… stop for a few minutes - or stay for hours! Please, and it’s free! Diablo Region of the Porsche Club of America 7:30-9am. Meets every Saturday. Buttercup Bar and Grill, 660 Ygnacio Valley Road, Walnut Creek. Information: diablopca.org. Parkinson’s Disease Support Group 9am-12pm. Meets every 3rd Saturday. Join us to share, laugh, and learn from each other. Grace Presbyterian Church, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek. Contact Gregg Riehl at 925-254-8349 or jgriehl@gmail.com. Free. All are welcome. Information: Howard Zalkin at 939-4210 or Ronnie Wanetick at 933-6357.
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2019 Lexus RC F 2-DR Coupe By David Colman
10 ye a rs a g o , L ex u s tentatively introduced their F Line of performance enhancements. The f i rs t re c i p i e n t s o f t h e s e improvements were comfy Lexus family sedans and coupes that benefitted more from an image makeover (with racy spoilers and wheels) than a real performance upgrade. Although the Lexus F Line was inaugurated to steal buyers away from BMW’s famous M brand, in the beginning, mostly cosmetic F Line offerings fell far short of the hard core M suspension and tuning tweaks available from BMW. But over the past decade, the tables have turned. BMW has applied the M designation to so many model lines that this once significant letter brand has become lost in the shuffle. Meanwhile, Lexus has gone full steam in the other direction, with a decade of real performance upgrades culminating in the 2019 RC F. We spent an invigorating week exploring the limits of high performance with this addictive piece of equipment. Although Lexus still catalogues various F Line accessories for different models, they have concentrated
recent high performance efforts at building “F” models from the ground up. While the RC F may resemble the more prosaic RC coupe, the F version is significantly different. Under the hood lies an absolute beast of a V8, displacing 5 liters. With 32 valves, direct and port injection, plus variable intake and exhaust valve timing, this engine melts the pavement with 467hp and 389lb.-ft. of torque. To assist you in maximizing power application to the rear wheels, Lexus has coupled this V8 to an Aisin 8 speed “Sport Direct-Shift” transmission which you control via sizeable “F Spec Paddle Shifters.” Lexus gives you the choice of 3 drive modes. “Eco,” which is useful when loafing along at freeway speeds, facilitates 25MPG highway gas mileage. The “Normal” setting encourages sprightly performance without resorting to a jiggly ride and an over sensitive throttle pedal. Choose the full “Sport” setting and you eliminate any vestige of comfort in favor of smash mouth brutality. Each setting brings its own instrumentation to the dashboard display. In Sport setting, the tachometer is redlined at 7500 rpm.
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Unlike so many overpowered American muscle cars that cheap out on brakes and suspension, this Lexus comes equipped with premium grade stuff. Start with the superb Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires (255/35R19F;275/35R19R) which carry a hard won “AA” traction rating along with a reasonable TW 300 tread wear rating. These radials come mounted on blacked out 7spoke alloy rims. Not just any wheels, mind you, but exceptionally expensive forged BBS rims. Behind these rims lie Fuji Blue Brembo ventilated front (14.9”) and slotted rear (13.5”) disc brakes, with massive 6 piston calipers anchoring the front and 4 piston calipers stopping the rear. Proprietary F Spec suspension components include double wishbone front struts plus multilink rear struts. Power is transmitted to the rear wheels via a premium Torsen differential that limits the prodigious wheelspin the V8 is capable of producing.
Over any stretch of backroad, the RC F well shows its heels to everything from a BMW M4 to a turbocharged Porsche 911. Yet the beauty of this coupe lies in the utter ease witch which it converts from pavement gobbler to easy rider. Let the 8-speed do its thing in “D,” leave the suspension in comfort mode, and sit back and listen to that sweet engine quietly burble on overrun. This coupe may be a beast when you snap it to attention, but it’s always ready to show you its kinder, gentler side. We can’t say enough about the stunning attention to detail Lexus has provided with the $9,000 “10th Anniversary Special Edition,” which is as much a treat for your rump as it is for your eyeballs. Start your gaze with the wonderfully understated matte paint finish called “Nebula Gray.” In contrast to the satin exterior tone, the interior explodes with color. Fuji Blue graces everything from the brake calipers to the steering wheel rim to the seating surfaces.
It’s even woven into the carbon fiber that covers much of the interior. The attention to detail is mind boggling, with bands of white and blue stitching covering everything from the seat seams to the shift boot. Our test RC F also featured a snazzy carbon fiber roof and rear wing package that added $5,500 to the bottom line. The 10th Anniversary seats were exceptionally comfortable and supportive, and the 17 speaker, 835 watt Mark Levinson Audio ($2,725) made every day just that much better. 2019 LEXUS RC F 2-DR COUPE ENGINE: 5 liter V8, DOHC, 32 Valves, Direct and Port Injection, VVT-iE and VVT-i HORSEPOWER: 467hp TORQUE: 389lb.-ft. FUEL CONSUMPTION: 16MPG City/25MPG Highway PRICE AS TESTED: $84,560 HYPES: Satin Rocket Ship GRIPES: Only Had It For A Week STAR RATING: 10 Stars out of 10.
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September 2019
Truth Act Forum
By Candace Andersen. Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors
The topic of immigration has long been a controversial issue in our country. In recent years, however, the debate over law enforcement agencies’ involvement in applying our immigration laws has become overwhelmingly contentious. On July 30, both sides of the controversy converged upon our meeting of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors in Martinez to revisit and question the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Department’s involvement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in 2018. There, Sheriff David Livingston bore the brunt of criticism in a hostile environment where he was asked questions by both the Board of Supervisors and immigration rights supporters. In September 2016, former Governor Jerry Brown signed Assembly Bill (AB) 2792, the Transparent Review of Unjust Transfers and Holds, or “Truth Act,” into law. It requires governing bodies to hold a community forum to discuss any involvement with ICE during the previous year. I n S e p t e m b e r 2 01 7 , Governor Brown signed Senate Bill (SB) 54, the State Sanctuary Law, which sets forth several obligations upon local law enforcement agencies, including rules on when they can notify ICE and arrange an interview of a detainee, and the requirement of serving detainees consent forms for an interview, which are entirely voluntary. Given the political nature of this issue, many misconceptions and falsities have been circulated about the state’s Sanctuary Law, SB 54, the Truth Act and its effects. Though implementation of federal immigration law, and subsequent coordination with local law enforcement varies by jurisdiction, in Contra Costa County, “no person shall be contacted, detained or arrested solely on the basis of his or her immigration status.” Also, “the immigration status of a person, and the lack of immigration documentation should have no bearing on the manner in which Deputies execute their duties,” according to the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s office. Additionally, requests for immigration detainers will
not be honored. Immigration requests for notification are allowed for inmates held for certain charges, as set forth in SB 54. It is also worth noting that the Sheriff’s Office Field Operations do not engage in immigration Enforcement, and the Sheriff’s Custody Services Bureau is responsible for booking adults for all law enforcement agencies in Contra Costa County. Sheriff’s Office statistics revealed that in 2018 the Sheriff received 508 total requests for notification from ICE (I-247A forms), and 105 of these individuals qualified with SB 54 guidelines of having a prior conviction of a violent or serious felony. These individuals were convicted of a wide array of different crimes, including heinous crimes such as child molestation and rape. ICE did not request any interviews with inmates in 2018, according to the ICE Supervisors, as they have stopped this practice in California. Contra Costa County Sheriff David Livingston reported that ICE visits to the County jail are a rare occurrence, with Sheriff Deputies reporting to have seen ICE agents at the jails to take an individual into custody less than 10 times in 2018. Sheriff Livingston also confirmed that the Sheriff’s office does not hold individuals past scheduled release dates for the sole purpose of letting ICE agents arrive and added that he was unaware of any ICE arrests occurring due to the posting of an individual’s release date. At our recent Truth Act Forum many immigration rights proponents, including the Asian Law Caucus, spoke against the Sheriff’s Office notifying ICE when undocumented immigrants are released from jail under any circumstances, no matter how serious the crimes they might have committed whether it be rape, murder or child molestation. The detainees, according to the Asian Law Caucus, would be subjected to excessive punishment if turned over to ICE following the completion of their sentence and it was their belief that ICE intervention with previously convicted felons doesn’t serve any purpose related to public safety. I strongly disagree with these sentiments and support Sheriff Livingston’s belief in protecting Contra Costa County families using methods that are appropriate and legal. If someone is in the United States illegally, and has committed serious or violent crimes, I
support ICE being notified as is allowed under our State Sanctuary Law. It is important to note that we are a diverse community and welcome the thousands of immigrants from other countries that live in our cities and towns. We celebrate our differences in culture, language and custom. The overwhelming majority of immigrants, whether here legally or undocumented, are hardworking and positive contributors to our society. In the immigration debate, these good individuals should be distinguished from those who are here illegally, committing crimes that put lives in grave danger. We are here to serve the residents of Contra Costa County District 2, which includes San Ramon, Danville, Alamo, Wa l n u t C re e k , S a ra n a p , Parkmead, Lafayette, Moraga, Canyon, and Orinda. Please don’t hesitate to contact us if we can provide you with additional information on this topic or on other County issues. I can be reached at SupervisorAndersen@bos. cccounty.us or 925-957-8860.
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