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December 2010

VOL 16, NO 1

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SPOTLIGHT

Cost of College Goes Up for Some

By Dana Guzzetti

University of California college fees have officially tripled in the past decade, and the fees are now called tuition.

UC regents voted 15-5 to raise the cost of college for all UC students beginning in the 2011-12 academic year. Undergraduate tuition and fees will go from $11,124 to a statewide average of $12,150. This eight percent increase follows last year’s 32 percent increase.

Many in-state undergraduates with family incomes of less than $70,000 had been eligible for attend under the Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan, which covers all costs. That income limit was increased, so families with $80,000 or less may be able to attend for free.

(There are some limits on assets.)

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Farms in Danville?

By Dana Guzzetti

Families move to Danville because of its good schools and old-time agrarian image. For Judy Sandkuhle, Danville is more than a picturesque image of the past. “I am a real, agricultural nursery. I am the old Danville,” she asserts.

Sandkuhle’s grandfather started Sunset Nursery in Oakland in 1908 and moved it to Alamo in 1923, across the creek from the old Alamo Cemetery, where it remained until 1984, when it was relocated to Danville.

When they see the roadside nursery on San Ramon Valley Blvd., most passersby may not realize that 95 percent of the plants sold to the public on weekends are grown on site.

Sandkuhle is a geranium and pelargonium specialist. She started working in the nursery at age eight and has been using those skills to nurture perfect poinsettias for the 2010 holiday season.

“You can’t plant them in the ground here after Christmas because they can’t survive the frost,” Sandkuhle says, but she will teach anyone how to keep them in a pot and make them change color again next year (see below).

It is quite a process.

Sandkuhle says she also has a nice selection of gorgeous amaryllis, vivid Christmas cactus, colorful cyclamen and sumptuous succulent; all of which would also make a

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“We can create custom made wreaths, sprays, winter color bowls and make salad bowls. A salad bowl is laden with lettuces and greens such as spinach or Swiss chard and pansies to keep near a back door for easy picking for fresh food preparation at home.

Gardeners and gift buyers enjoy a trip to the farm to find information Judy has spent a lifetime accumulating. The difference between her advice and the internet or a big box store nurseryperson is her intimate, practical knowledge of local species and growing conditions.

Visitors are encouraged to ask about classes.

“We have Christmas trees!”

Judy remarks enthusiastically.

“Our trees are kept in water and we have them delivered weekly

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Sound Science Ten violins sound only about twice as loud as one, according to an Oct. 30-31, 2010 Wall Street Journal article on sounds. The same story debunked the idea that one’s heart rate tries to match the music to which one is listening.

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“Architects Journal,” one can build a vertical wall with cells divided into a voronoi pattern, where detritus and materials can be stuffed to create the perfect environments for a wide variety of insects. Hotel sides are open to moths, and the top can absorb rain water. These are also great for children to study insect life. Do not build it near your home.

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Species amenity requirements: Stag Beetles: Need rotting logs for their larvae to eat and grow in. The design must ensure that they do not dry out, but neither must they be allowed to get too wet. This habitat should be located at ground level.

Solitary bees: Above the stag beetle compartments and consisting of stacked logs of varying sizes and cut bamboo, with ends facing out.

Compacted sand/dirt mixed with broken terracotta is also useful.

Butterflies and Moths: A series of vertical slots should be used as an entrance to a dry wooden space that is filled with vertical planes of bark.

Spiders, Lacewings and Ladybirds: A combination of materials can be used here to produce various grades of space, including discarded shredded shoes and rolled up corrugated cardboard.

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as they sell. Our trees are not on asphalt. That pavement attracts heat and radiates heat up to the trees that are kept in parking lots.”

To keep Poinsettias until next year: Do not put them near a fireplace or heater, or let them dry out. Water them in the sink, letting the water run through and if there is water left in the saucer an hour after watering, empty it out.

Poinsettias do not like to stay wet either. Beware of leaving them on the porch when there is frost danger. “Three days after a frost, they will be black,” Sandkuhle warns.

After February, they need a low release fertilizer.

Then around September 15, they will need 14 hours of continuous darkness and 10 hours of continuous light every day until the foliage turns red for the holidays. “I remember my family would pull a sheet of black cloth over them,” Judy says. “Anyone who buys a holiday poinsettia that has spent the night outside is taking a chance on getting a damaged frozen plant.”

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our environment and so much more. Plain and simple, if the nerves do not work, the body will not work. That being said, it is important to understand that unlike other tissues, the primary blood supply to nerve tissue is actually located within the nerve itself. So, if a nerve becomes impinged or compromised, so does the blood supply to the nerve.

Without proper blood supply, the nerve does not receive the energy and nutrition that are needed for the nerve to heal itself. Over time neural impingement leads to a painful chronic condition called neuropathy. The definition of neuropathy is a disease or injury affecting nerve cells.

The common symptoms of

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Is Sciatica Getting on Your Nerves? and leg making it difficult to treat with common physical therapy methods. The sciatic nerve is composed of several smaller nerves and originates from the low back. It passes under the piriformis muscle (underneath the main buttock muscles) on its way down the leg. Irritation of the sciatic nerve at any point along its path is commonly known as “sciatica”.

Understanding sciatica Let’s talk about nerves for a moment. Nerves are the electrical wiring of the human body. They carry the signals that allow us to move, feel, digest, detoxify, respond to

The condition known as sciatica is one of the most common conditions that we treat at Align Healing Center. Some of the common symptoms of Sciatica are sharp pain in the low back and/or buttocks accompanied by numbness, tingling, and aching or burning in the back of the legs. In severe circumstances, weakness in the legs may also be seen.

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The late fall rains do more than green up our parks, they also awaken one of our more famous salamanders: the California Newt. Looking like a small brown lizard, newts are actually amphibians–they don’t have scales! They rest all summer in preparation for the slow and steady journey to the breeding ponds or streams every winter.

Newts are common at area parks, particularly Briones and Las Trampas. Look for them determinately hiking in damp

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neuropathy include sharp pain, burning, muscular weakness, and numbness or tingling either at the site of the nerve injury or wherever the nerve travels. The condition known as sciatica is a form of neuropathy that specifically affects the sciatic nerve.

How can class IV laser help my sciatica?

For the past eleven years Align Healing Center has been offering many different modalities to reverse sciatic neuropathy. In 2009 we began using class IV laser therapy and the results have been outstanding! Class IV laser therapy allows the practitioner to stimulate healing within the nerve tissue by delivering the necessary energy directly to the injured area. During each painless treatment, laser energy increases circulation, drawing water, oxygen and nutrients to the damaged area. Laser

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Another great place to see newts is the Nature Area in Tilden Park. Here, the newt enjoys some personal protection for its annual

migration. Based on staff research in partnership with U.C. Berkeley, the District closes South Park Drive in Tilden Regional Park during the rainy season. The S t ewa rd s h i p d e p a r t m e n t supports this closure and recognizes the importance of wildlife corridors to maintain healthy populations. Aware of worldwide decline of amphibian populations, the Park District has been conducting long-term amphibian studies within our parks. Amphibian and wildlife reports are available on our

Dr. Niele Maimone, DC of Align Healing Center in Danville, CA has been active in natural health and wellness since 1999. For more information or to set up a consult, call 925-362-8283 or visit www. alignhealingcenter.com.

stewardship/wildlife.

Speaking of other rare creatures, it is the season for the monarch butterflies at Ardenwood Historic Farm in Fremont. This is one of the

only areas in the East Bay to observe and learn about the mysterious migration of these majestic insects. Naturalists lead hikes and walks for all ages on the weekends through the end of January. Find out more by visiting www. ebparks.org or call Ardenwood at 1-888-327-2757, option 3, extension 4404 for more information.

Beverly Lane is vicepresident of the East Bay Regional Park District Board of Directors. Her ward includes Central Contra Costa County from San Ramon through Concord.

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Kelman told the regents that means 55 percent, or 99,000 of the system’s 181,000 students, will not have to pay tuition.

In-state California families in the $120,000 plus range will pay $12,150 in tuition plus an average of $16,000 in living expenses per undergraduate student without financial aid.

Students with family incomes between $80,000 and $120,000 may be eligible for some aid, but will not qualify for the Blue and Gold Opportunity Plan and the fee increase is deferred for them for one year.

The new tuition and fees fall in the mid-range of comparable public universities, according to UC President Mark G. Yudof, who made the increased fee recommendation in spite of the system receiving an extra $370 million in state and federal revenue this year.

The increased tuition will leave UC with about $116 million to help balance their budget, after the remainder is applied to financial aid programs for undergraduate and graduate student financial aid.

“UC will ask the state to increase its 2011-12 budget by an additional $596.1 million over the 2010-11 fiscal year.

The UC budget also calls for administrative savings of $101.1 million to be achieved through operating efficiencies,” explains Donna Hammila, managing editor at UC Office of the President Integrated

December 2010 Communications.

Yudof said UC hopes t o i n c re a s e reve n u e by soliciting more from alumni and hopes to raise $1 billion by fall of 2012. Increased efforts to recruit more outof-state students, who pay $23,000 annually (plus living expenses), is expected to help offset increasing costs.

UCLA admissions personnel have already visited Atlanta, Boston, Chicago and Honolulu, as well as China, Hong Kong, Japan and Korea.

The California State Supreme Court recently upheld California’s university and college practice of allowing illegal immigrants to attend state schools and pay the instate rate. That case may go to the Supreme Court.

According to the Nov. 15 edition of the Los Angeles Times, “The state’s colleges and universities say that more than 41,000 students, less than 1% of total enrollment, qualify for the lower tuition under California law but that many of those are U.S. citizens.”

Dissent and pensions Alumni Representative D a r e k D e F r e e c e, b o a r d members Odessa Johnson and Charlene Zettel, Lt. Governor Abel Maldonado and student regent Jesse Cheng voted against the increased tuition.

Dissenting voters want administrators to find more ways to reduce expenses before raising tuition, and it is commonly suspected that the pension situation is at the

“The Peasant & the Pear” Food Bank Fundraiser a Huge Success hours as part of the annual The annual holiday “ C u s t o m e r A p p re c i a t i o n Party” to benefit the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano Counties was a huge s u c c e s s. T h e p a r t y wa s held Monday November 8, 2010 at The Peasant and the Pear”restaurant, 267 Hartz Av e n u e , i n D o w n t o w n Danville.

Joan Tomasini, the food drive coordinator from the food bank, reports that a lot of food was collected, in addition to cash donations. “We collected $888.00 and 1,801 pounds of food,” said Tomasini. “It was a wonderful and very successful evening!”

Five Boy Scouts from Troop 803 in Danville helped load the food bank truck with donations outside the restaurant. They earned community service

“Scouting for Food” drive.

The only admission charge to the party was for guests to bring canned items or nonperishable dry goods to help stock the food bank.

Cash donations or checks to the food bank were accepted, too.

“Thank you for coming to our Guest Appreciation Party,” said owner and executive chef Rodney Worth, “It was a huge success! We collected enough donations to provide 3,217 meals for our neighbors in need!”

Worth and his employees plan to continue the annual tradition next year. In addition to The Peasant and the Pear, Worth also owns The Peasant’s Courtyard in Alamo and The Little Pear in Blackhawk Plaza.

heart of the matter.

The UC system reportedly has a $21 billion unfunded pension and retiree health benefits liability; this in spite of the fact that in May, 2010, employee and employer pension contribution requirements were restored after a 20-year break.

Yudof has proposed a new pension tier for employees hired after July 1, 2013. The minimum retirement age would go from age 50 to 55, and new employees would have to work until age 65, instead of 60, for maximum benefits.

The proposed plan would also eliminate the current lump-sum cash option.

Participants in the new plan wo u l d c o n t r i b u t e s eve n percent of their annual pay.

UC’s contribution would be 8.1 percent.

The pension issue will be reviewed again and voted upon at a special meeting in December.

Administrative efficiencies and technological improvements are also planned, which Yudof says will cut some costs over the next five years.

Before the Nov. 18 vote to increase fees, there had been student demonstrations at number of campuses including Santa Cruz and Long Beach.

Students and union members

The Valley Sentinel decried the regents’ approval of $11 million for executives in September. Clerical staff and administrative assistants had been working for two years without a raise or a contract.

The teamsters paid for an outside actuarial review of university data. CUE-Teamsters report that under the plan, their members will continue to pay a higher percentage of

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their income toward benefits and their benefits would be reduced. Meanwhile, higher income employees’ benefits would stay the same.

Yudof repeatedly stated that the increased fees were needed. Without them, he would have been forced to reduce class offerings or accept fewer students, lowering the quality of education.

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Programs for Veteran’s Day honor Veteran Past and Present

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We d n e s d a y m o r n i n g November 10, St. Isidore School, students and faculty welcomed veterans to their Veteran’s Day

celebration. Over 40 invited guests shared stories from their military years and brought history to light to the 640 students. They spoke of courage,

duty, survival and brotherhood.

Veterans representing World War II, Korea, Vietnam and a few from the Iraq wars were the honored guests. Some were there with the aid of walkers and canes and some held on to the hands of their grandchildren.

Each one was there to share their story and to give the students a deeper understanding of what it means to be a war veteran and to serve our country.

One veteran, Mac McLoughlin, who served in the U.S. Navy from 1963-1968 and flew over 150 missions over North Vietnam, says he looks forward to returning to the St. Isidore Veteran’s Day celebration each year to renew his bonds with fellow veterans.

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forces lives deep within and is not blocked by age or uniform.

While he can’t say that he would recommend the military to everyone, he will always treasure the memories of his time in the Navy.

Then on Thursday, November 11, the Veteran’s Day celebration at the Performing Arts Center of San Ramon Valley High School gave us moving presentations and formalities honoring those who have served our country from each branch of the service.

Presiding officers from each Veteran service organization were represented. A moving rendition of “Amazing Grace” was sung by Nick Theriault.

The event was presided over by emcee Carolyn Johnson, ABC 7 TV News anchor and

SRVHS Student Takes Action

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San Ramon Valley High School senior Sarah Dittmore had no idea that a family vacation would change her world.

Dittmore is raising money to improve the water supply in Dixie, South Africa and planning a year of volunteer work abroad

between graduation and studies in journalism or nonprofit management at Brown University. “My parents were planning to take a trip to Italy for their 25th anniversary and talking about travel,” Dittmore explains. “They asked us if we could take a trip anywhere in the world, where would

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reporter. Mayor Mike Doyle gave the welcoming remarks, and Chaplain Hugh C. Keith gave the invocation. The keynote speaker was Rear Admiral Jud Scott , USN, who resides in Danville with Ildiko, his wife of nearly 40 years. Thanks go out to the Tri-Valley Veterans Organizations and the Blue Star Moms. you like to go? The kids said, ‘African Safari.’ Like that would ever happen. Two days later our parents said that they had decided to take the whole

family to Africa for one last vacation as a family. “My older sister and brother were already in college by then.”

Before the Dittmore family went on safari, Sarah learned that schools in the area needed supplies. Sarah collected some various things to deliver when she was on the trip. Her visit to the school in the town of Dixie revealed a way of life that compelled her to action.

“I fell in love with the atmosphere and the people,” Sarah explains. “Here we rush through life and constantly try to get to the next thing. Kids there spend hours a day walking to get water. When you are there, you see no middle class, only rich and poor.” What she found most alarming was that several villages had to share one undependable water hole with tainted water.

Sarah will be returning to South Africa and other locations to volunteer. She is still in touch with the guide at the Djuma Lodge and working with Think Impact, H2O for Life and The Buffelshoek Trust to raise funds to pay to drill more water holes and implement water purifiers.

Sarah Dittmore can be reached at sarahdittmore@ yahoo.com.

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Create Holiday Memories

By Dana Guzzetti

One of the best holiday gifts is sharing an unforgettable experience. Everyone has at least one special childhood memory of a favorite Christmas or Hanukkah. This could be the year to create one for a loved one on your list; The Bay Area is loaded with special destinations, shows and experiences that can help make this a glorious December to remember.

Music Get ready celebrate the season with song. Children will treasure the memory of the family singing together at the Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra’s Messiah-Sing-ALong. Tickets are $10. There are free workshops scheduled so there is no reason to shy away from singing your heart

out. Hone your vocal skills Dec. 4 and 13 at San Ramon Community Center(purchase librettos for $10).

Free holiday music surrounds us. The 80-piece, all volunteer Danville Community Band presents the “Comin’ Home for Christmas” program, including a possible visitor from the North Pole Sun., Dec. 12 at 3pm. at the East Bay Fellowship on Camino Tassajara in Danville. (www. danvilleband.org or 925-3728420) Do not miss the free San Ramon Community Chorus Holiday at the San Ramon Community Center in Central Park on Dec. 17. Santa Claus is expected to attend.

Try something different to add to your free outings. Mark Walstrom presents an evening of Swedish music on Dec. 8 at 7pm. at the Kensington Library,

61 Arlington Ave. (www.ccclib. org or 510-524-3043) L i ke g o o d w i n e, t h e vocal beauty of these women has improved with age. The Wo m e n ’s A n t i q u e Vo c a l Ensemble (WAVE) presents its annual Christmas concert, “In Dulci Jubilo,” Fri. Dec. 17 at 8pm. at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church in Berkeley. General admission is $15, $10 for students and seniors. (www. wavewomen.org or e-mail wavewomen@netzero.net or call 510-233-1479) Dicken’s Carolers are scheduled to perform at Blackhawk Plaza Dec.4, 11 and 18 from noon to 3pm.

Theater What is Christmas without the story of Scrooge, especially when it is in the form of the musical? “Bah Humbug!” will be at the San Ramon Community Theater Dec. 3-12 with matinee performances

The Valley SenTinel p r i c e d a t $ 11 . ( w w w. sanramonarts.org) This is the 13th year that the Center REPertory will offer a performance of its popular “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek.

Shows are ongoing from Dec. 9-19.

Family Fun Try ice skating at the “Walnut Creek on Ice” rink, open now through Jan. 17, 2011. This is a fun experience for all ages. There are lessons, performances and free skating periods scheduled throughout t h e h o l i d a y s . ( w w w. iceskatewalnutcreek.com or 925-935-SNOW (7669)) Wa n d e r a f o r e s t o f Christmas trees and then cut down a fresh, family tree together at Alhambra Valley Tree Farms off of Hwy 4 at Alhambra Valley and Reliez Valley Rds. Closer to San

Ramon is the Castro Valley Christmas Tree Farm, nestled in the East Bay hills on Miller Rd. off of Redwood Rd. Gourmet cooks and their families might like to book a holiday dinner/hands-on cooking class at Pans on Fire in Walnut Creek. Companies sometime use these as bonding experiences for employees. (www.pansonfire.com) Take the family for a ride a on the Roaring Camp Railroad’s Santa Cruz Holiday Lights Train. As the colorfully decorated train departs Santa Cruz, enjoy music, seasonal carols and sip hot spiced cider on a 60 minute sightseeing trip of the lighted and decorated neighborhoods of Santa Cruz. The train departs from the Boardwalk. “Holiday” miniature golf, laser tag or arcade games is included with Holiday Lights Train ticket See MEMORIES page 8

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Take holiday tea with a Victorian three course luncheon tea party at the historic Colonial Revival-style Penniman home at Shadelands Ranch Museum during in Walnut Creek. Now through Dec. 12 with seatings at 11:30am. and 1:30pm. Call 925-935-7871 for reservations and details.

Take a ride to see the holiday Christmas lights in your own neighborhood, or check out www.valleyofthelights. com for other festive nearby neighborhoods that will be lit up with holiday cheer. Deacon Dave’s Christmas lights at 352 Hillcrest (between Compton Ct. & Pomona Way) are famous.

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Mrs. Claus, elves workshop, gingerbread houses and a “talking tree” at the Pleasant Hill Community Center Dec. 8, 5 to 9 p.m.

A Special Holiday Dance sponsored by the cities of Pleasant Hill, Concord and Walnut Creek is scheduled for the developmentally disabled at the Concord Senior Center on Dec. 10, 7 to 9pm., for $6.

Rain or shine, meet jolly old St. Nick at the Oakland Zoo for “Paws and Claws” Dec. 18 and 19 from 10am. to 3pm. for festive animal feedings, live performances and education about what holiday treats the animals enjoy. The only charge is regular zoo admission and $5 for a photo with Santa. The Island Cafe will be open for breakfast. The San Francisco Zoo is offering a “Wild Winter Family Overnight” (children ages 6 to 18) on Dec. 17.

Expect this to be a deluxe overnight with hot breakfast in the Great Hall for about $100 each.

A d o p t a Fa m i l y o r Volunteer Together It is a good feeling and an easy way to ingrain the habit of community service by volunteering to help distribute food to those in need or by “adopting” a family or making sure someone has a winter coat. One’s own church, or organizations such as Adopt-AFamily, can help families make that connection. It is not a bad idea to combine volunteer time with other family fun or a quick meal out.

Shopping The Ice Palace and Magic of Narnia awaits shoppers at the Sun Valley Center off of I-680 at the Concord/Pleasant

Hill border; features an ice throne, Santa, and “Oliver and the Snowflake” interactive play.

Broadway Plaza’s menorah is already lit, but it is not too late for the Dec. 5 Grand Menorah Lighting Ceremony where there will be live music, entertainment, snacks and free family fun.

Congratulations to Alamo Plaza for saving its Tree Lighting Ceremony and fun until Dec. 5!

Danville Livery & Mercantile has an all day holiday event planned Dec. 4. Santa is expected to visit around midday on the 4th and on weekends days until Dec. 22.

Consider a Family Cruise, Hike or Holiday Farm Visit Commodore Cruises offers a New Year’s Eve dinner and

fireworks on the bay aboard the Cabernet Sauvignon that might make a family great Christmas gift for a little over $100 each.

Whether it is a private family or company cruise, Avalon Yachts will organize a holiday party yacht cruise on S.F. Bay (with a minimum of 20 people) for and elegant dinner, drinks and music for a price $75 each.

A rd e nwo o d , w i t h i t s Victorian Christmas Patterson house, makes a fun and educational family outing. For the weekends of Dec. 9-10 and 16-17, prices are $3 to $4 plus admission to the park. If you go Dec. 4-5, there is special entertainment; meet Father Christmas, search for a yule log and enjoy a homemade cookie baking contest for $5 to $8. Children under age 3 are free.

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December 2010 Now – January 17 Walnut Creek on Ice Located in historic Civic Park, the 6th annual event will brighten the neighborhood with thousands of twinkling lights, snowflakes and holiday music. Public skating times: Monday through Thursday 1-9pm, Friday 1-11pm, Saturday 11am-11pm., Sunday 11am-9pm. For information, please visit www.iceskatewalnutcreek.com.

December 5 Voices of the Season...

O Holy Night VOENA - Voices of Eve ‘N Angels, American voices of children, who are an a cappella and multi-ethnic experience: US Ambassadors from Japan to South Africa, sharing stages with artists such as Mara Lowe, Lonestar and Lady Smith Black Mambazo.

In full Victorian seasonal attire, VOENA uniquely celebrates the Holidays with their originality and movement in world music.

Tickets: $25. Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Information and show times: (925) 295-1400.

December 5 Livermore School of Dance presents “Holiday Treasures” 1pm & 5pm. A celebration of cultures through dance! We will be performing “Holiday Tr e a s u r e s F r o m A r o u n d The World”. Bring a new, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots if you wish! Tickets: $15 - $26.

Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St, Livermore. Information: 925- 373-6800 December 5-12 North Pole Revue Holiday Musical Comedy!

Celebrate this holiday season with your family and friends by attending S.T.A.G.E. Troupe’s classic holiday show “North Pole Revue.” Music written by Barrett Lindsay Steiner. Doors open halfhour prior to show; holiday refreshments. Prize drawing during intermission. Tickets: $12 advance, $15 at door.

Winslow Center, Assembly Room, 2590 Pleasant Hill Road, Pleasant Hill. Information: 682-0896.

December 9 – 19 A Christmas Carol Back for the 12th smash year, this holiday classic is better than ever. Brimming with music and dance, love and laugh-

ter, spectacular special effects and scary ghosts, it’s no wonder the critics have call it “THE Christmas Carol to see in the Bay Area.” Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Information and show times and tickets: (925) 2951400 December 9-27 San Francisco Ballet’s Nutcracker The first ballet company to bring the Nutcracker tradition to America, San Francisco Ballet’s awe-inspiring production is like no other. Set in San Francisco during the 1915 World’s Fair, Clara’s dreamlike journey is an ode to the city’s historical grandeur all amidst colorful, largerthan-life scenery, over 200 dazzling costumed characters, and of course Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score performed live by the world-class San Francisco Ballet Orchestra. War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Avenue at Grove Street, San Francisco. Call ticket services at 415-865-2000 Monday – Friday between 10am – 4pm.

December 10 & 11 Diablo Ballet and Civic Arts Festive Winter Gala Dec. 10: 7:30pm. Dec. 11: 2pm & 7:30pm. Talented young dancers bring the magical world of the Nutcracker to life. Clara’s enchanted world of life-size toys is just one of the many dance sensations to be experienced at this year’s celebration. The dance event will embody the holiday spirit as well as the joy of performance as dancers perform holiday favorites in both classical and contemporary styles.

December 10-12 Bah HumBug! Scrooge’s Christmas Carol Fri. 7:30; Sat. 3pm and 7:30pm; Sun. 3pm. The musical begins when Ebeneezer sings “Bah Humbug!” dooming himself to visits from three Christmas spirits. Tickets: Evenings $16 adults/$13 for kids & seniors; Matinees $11 general

and parking are free. East Bay Fellowship, 2615 Camino Tassajara Rd. in Danville.

Information: 925-372-8420.

admission. Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon. Information: 925973-2787.

December 11 Impressions of The Nutcracker Dec.11 at 2:30pm and 7:30pm. Dec. 12 at 1pm and 3:30pm. Holiday dance production following the Nutcracker story line using multiple forms of dance.

Family entertainment with a visit from Santa at the end of each show. This is not the full length Nutcracker, making it the optimum show for kids and families. Tickets: Adults $20/Kids under 12 & Seniors over 65 $17. Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon. Information: 925973-3343 December 11 & 12 Te Ora....Celebrate Life Dec. 11: 2:30pm and 8pm.

Dec. 12: 2:30pm. A special polynesian holiday show with dances and music from Tahiti.

Tickets: $23 - $25. Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Information: (925) 295-1400

December 12 Danville Community Band presents “Comin’ Home for Christmas” 3pm. The 80-piece, allvolunteer Danville Community Band, led by Robert Calonico and founding director Lawrence Anderson, present “Comin’ Home for Christmas,” a program of memorable and exciting holiday music. Joining the band will be guest vocalist George Komsky. The band’s annual Christmas concert includes “A Christmas Festival,” “Mary’s Boy Child,” “Angels from the Realms of Glory,” Holst’s “Winter Suite” and the perennial favorite “Sleigh Ride” as some of the selections featured. A visitor from the North Pole may appear as well. Join the band for its tenth annual family event to celebrate the holidays. Concert

December 13 Contra Costa Wind Symphony 7:30pm. With Maestro Duane Carroll. A festive concert of carols and other selections with the Contra Costa Children’s Chorus, harpist Shannon Polley, vocalist Vanessa Anderson, guitarist Julio Reyes and sports announcer Dick Callahan. Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church, 49 Knox Drive, Lafayette. Free.

December 14 Young Performers Winter Concert 7pm.

T h e Yo u n g Performers Orchestra and the Diablo Regional Youth Orchestra will perform an upbeat and fun program of classical and contemporary holiday treasurers including chamber music, solo works, holiday medleys and other surprises. Tickets: $10. Civic Arts Education’s Shadelands Campus, 111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek. Information: 943-5846 December 16-19 The Biggest Gift Did you s e n d yo u r letter Santa?

T h e n w hy has he not received it? No letters – no Christmas. Join the fun and laughter as Tucker the elf and the toys set out to save Christmas. Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Show times and tickets: (925) 295-1400

December 17 San Ramon Symphonic Band, “In Dulci Jubilo” Holiday Christmas Concert 7pm. Bring the entire family to enjoy an evening of music provided by the 65-member San Ramon Symphonic band under the direction of Larry B. Colón.

Tickets are available online or at the box office. Tickets: Adults $6/Kids under 12 or with a student ID are FREE. Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, 10550 Albion Rd., San Ramon.

Information: 925-973-3343

December 17 San Ramon Community Chorus Holiday Concert Bring the entire family to this delightful holiday concert featuring holiday music and dance. This charming program is certain to entertain one and all. The evening will culminate with a special visit from Santa Claus himself. Free. San Ramon Community Center at Central Park, 12501 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. Information and show time: 925-973-3200 December 18-23 The Little Engine That Could Dec.18, 19 at 2pm & 4:30pm. Dec. 20 – 23 at 11am, 2pm and 4:30pm. “I think I can! I think I can!” When a train carrying toy gifts for the children on the other side of the hill breaks d ow n in the station, it is up to the doll, the clown and the monkey to find a replacement engine. Tickets: $15-$19. Front Row Theater, 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon.

Information: 925-973-2787.

December 23 A Chanticleer Christmas 7:30pm. This much beloved Bay Area tradition brings the power and mystery, warmth and intimacy of the season in a welcome encore visit to the Bankhead Theater. Chanticleer’s unique evening of inspiring and joyful music includes the world premiere of celebrated Swedish composer Jan Sandstrom’s “And The Word Became Flesh,” as well as the group’s rich interpretations of traditional holiday music.Tickets: $12 - $62.

Bankhead Theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. Information: 925-373-6800.

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Great Gift Ideas from Local Merchants

Shelley Kyle Parfums offer a distinctive and unique fragrance line with all ingredients pure, of the highest quality available.

Shelly’s desire is to make women feel elegant, pampered and like a princess when they wear her fragrances. Change of Seasons offers three of these distinctive fragrances. Next to Peasants Restaurant, Change Of Seasons, 3195 Danville Blvd., #4, Alamo 925-362-3472

Going for a gift for the bike enthusiast in your life? He or she shouldn‘t go anywhere without the absolute necessities. The first thing to consider besides a helmet is this little survival kit. It contains everything you need to fix a flat including CO2 cartridges to pump it back up. All in a compact, easy to carry kit.

Danville Bike, 175 Hartz Ave., Danville, 925-837-0966

Whether your dog is naughty or nice, these holiday puzzle toys are sure to delight. Each toy comes with five plush balls hidden inside. ($16.99) Find these and so much more at Dog Bone Alley, 730 Camino Ramon, Danville 925522-0410

So many places to shop, and so little time for yourself. Don’t forget to drop into Maria Maria with your friends for a soothing lunch.

Give your feet a rest while you sip their signature Margaritas— Oeo Jimador (100%Blue Agave tequila), orange cognac and fresh lime juice…. And the food is a south of the border gourmet adventure. Maria Maria, Inspired Mexican Cuisine, 710 Camino Ramon, Danville 925-820-2366

These novel gift baskets contain six candied apples, garnished with nuts, caramel, chocolate, and tempting treats. Who could resist these creative and delicious sweets? Gifts and gift baskets abound in this shop where the chocolates and confections are made right on site. Danville Chocolates, 175 E. Prospect Ave., Danville. 925-314-0001

W h a t a f i n d ! B a e kg a a rd Accessories by Vera Bradley, and you can save 40%-60% OFF of first quality purses, wallets, totes and much more! The demand for these unique handbags and luggage items has grown and so has Vera Bradley, which is now nationally and internationally recognized. Rick’s Picks, 375 Hartz Ave., Danville 925-8373325

Couture at affordable prices?

No matter what your budget, everyone loves a bargain. Here are authentic designer clothing, shoes and accessories at a fraction of their original cost. For these beauties, visit Something Old, Something New, 155 Railroad Avenue, Ste. E, Danville. 925838-4492

Everything you could dream of for your holiday décor including villages and figures to inhabit them, the choices seem endless.

The holiday mood is heightened in this dreamy gift shop, Presence Gft Shop, 422 Hartz

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HELLO KITTY! You moms know who the collectors are, and these Hello Kitty plastic travel mugs by Sanrio are adorable. Collect them all. You can find them along with everything Hello Kitty and friends at Sanrio, 240 Market Place, San Ramon. 925-901-0192

The love of books is in the soul.

And vintage books are treasures to cherish. They give a sense of history and wonder as you imagine the hours spent by past seekers of classic children’s stories or quaint wisdom. They are on sale at Polka Dot attic for 20% off in December. Polka Dot Attic, 411 Hartz ave., Danville 925-838-8004

Once you’ve bought consignment jewelry, you’ll never want to pay retail again!

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For that special ultra-feminine someone in your life, this beautiful ring has two carats of top quality diamonds surrounding a beautiful soft pink Morganite stone. To behold this incredibly lovely ring in person, visit Mark Kahn Jewelers, 3202 Danville Blvd., Alamo 925-837-3262

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Now – December 31 Christmas Memories Event includes Christmas Memorabilia from times past.

Included are trees from bygone days, Christmas Village, Antique Sleigh, Santa’s Workshop, Model Train Pooh Corner, Flying Santa & Reindeer, Carousel and Ferris Wheel, Doll Houses, Ginger Bread Houses, Antique Dolls and Toys. Tuesday to Friday 1-4pm, Saturday 10am-1pm.

Museum of the San Ramon Valley located at the corner of Railroad and Prospect Avenues in downtown Danville.

December 5 Hanukkah Celebration 10:30am-12:30pm. Tri-Valley Cultural Jews will have a secular candle-lighting ceremony, as well as games and crafts for kids and adults. Everyone will make latkes, so please bring a potato to grate. You will eat your latkes and play dreidel. A family has been adopted through Jewish family services, so please contact us at culturaljews@aol. com to coordinate a donation. You will be making wrapping paper and wrapping gifts for our adopted family at the party.

Bothwell Center, 2466 8th Street, Livermore.

December 6 – February 25 Season Ending for Sports Fields/Dog Park The end of fall and beginning of winter brings with it the annual moratorium of the natural grass sports fields in Danville, as well as features such as the Canine Corral at Hap Magee Ranch Park for routine maintenance and repairs. For pet owners, the Town has provided a list of other area dog parks that can be visited during that time.

Visit the town website, www.danville.ca.gov. Information on the closures, call 314-3450.

December 7 Opening Art Exhibit and Reception: Carol Husslein Watercolors 6:30pm. The watercolors on display are original watercolors created primarily from photos taken while traveling in California. Refreshments will be served. The show runs from Dec.1-Dec.31. Ygnacio Valley Library, 2661 Oak Grove Rd., Walnut Creek.

December 9 Jazz Band Performs Holiday Concert 7pm. Put a little swing into your holiday this year with Civic Arts Jazz Band. Music is the common language for the 20plus members jazz band ensemble headed by Mike Rose.

“We have players as young as 12 and as old as 60 in the group,” says Rose. “We’ve even had several father/son duos and one mother/daughter duo in the group. They’re all here because they love to play.” Tickets: $10. Shadelands Auditorium, 111 N. Wiget Lane, Walnut Creek. Information: 943-5846 December 10 & 11 Holiday Home Tour 10am-4pm. Danville-Alamo AAUW 6th Annual Holiday Home. Profits from the Holiday Home Tour go to Tech Trek, a week-long residential summer camp for middle school girls with interest in math and science at Sonoma and Fresno State Universities. and to local scholarships for women to complete their undergraduate or graduate degrees. Tickets are $30 if purchased before Dec 3. Seniors 65+ tickets are $25. Tickets are at East Bay Flower Company at 206 Sycamore Valley Rd. in Danville (Livery Shopping Center) with cash or checks only. Questions, call Ingrid at 788-1698. No children under 12.

December 11 Mt. Diablo Branch, California Writers Club Presents “Three of Our Own” 11:45am. Guest speakers are Deborah Davis, Bev Lauderdale, and Judith Marshall. $25. Reservations required, and must be received no later than noon on Wednesday, December 8. Zio Fraedo’s Restaurant, 611 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill. Information: 934-5677 December 11 Gardening to Conserve Energy and Protect Air and Water Quality 10:30am-12:30pm. Contra Costa Master Gardeners and San Ramon Library present a lecture on the impacts of conventional gardening practices on energy consumption, water and air quality and the strategies homeowners need to practice in order to garden in harmony with a healthy environment.

December 11— Shop for unique gifts from over a dozen vendors at our Holiday Market.

Enjoy entertainment including sheep dog demonstrations, carolers and a Victorian Santa. Forest Home Farms Historic Park is located at 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd. in San Ramon. For more information call (925) 973-3284.

December 11 & 18 Holiday on the Farm Relive an old-fashioned holiday by visiting Forest Home Farms Historic Park in December with no admission fee.

The park will be open 10:00am to 2:00pm the first three Saturdays in December. Saturday, December 4—family entertainment will include “A Time to be Jolly” by The Puppet Company, holiday music by the San Ramon Children’s Chorus, Victorian ornament making, tractor rides, and a visit from Victorian Santa. The Welcome Center, Holiday Tree Lot, Tractor Museum and Gift Shoppe will be open.

Delicious food will be available for purchase. The Victorian Glass House Museum will be specially decorated just for the holidays. Farm tours are at 11am and 1pm. Glass House Museum Tours at 10am, 11am, 12 noon & 1pm.

Tours are $5 per person or $8 for both.

December 12 Breakfast with Santa 8:30am-10am & 10:30am-12pm. Join Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves for a variety of breakfast treats and some special holiday entertainment. Digital photo prints will be available for $2, or bring your own camera. Pre-registration is required. Be sure to sign up early, since this event sells out every year! Both adult and children must register. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $10(R)/$12(N).

San Ramon Community Center at Central Park, 12501 Alcosta Blvd, San Ramon. Information: 925-973-3200 December 14 Coffee With Cops 9-10am. Have you ever wanted to ask an officer a question but was afraid to do so? Well here is your chance.

The San Ramon Police Department will be available for questions and holiday safety tips! This will be a very informal, casual setting with officers available to speak to the public. Peet’s, 3121 Crow Canyon Place, San Ramon.

Information: 973-2796 December 20 (Deadline) December 27 (Event) Sentinels of Freedom Welcome Home ceremony Danville, Dublin, Alamo, Blackhawk and San Ramon are joining together for the event, in which military service people are honored for their commitment to their country.

Each honoree will receive a Proclamation of Special Recognition. Families who have military serving are encouraged to submit information on their loved one so that they can be a part of the event. Deadline for submissions is Dec. 20, 2010. Information: 314-3328.

BUSINESS Alamo Chamber of Commerce December 5: Alamo Tree Lighting 5-7pm. Caroling, entertainment, hot beverages and snacks.

Andrew H. Young Park, 3000 Danville Blvd, Alamo.

Dec. 7 & 21: Business By Referral Partners For Success.

11:30am. Partners for Success Networking Group meets 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. One member per industry. Contact Charlotte Mills, membership, for availability at 837-4400 ext.11. Members: $155.00. Danville Chamber of Commerce Office, 117 Town and Country Dr., Danville.

Danville Chamber of Commerce December 9: After Hours Mixer.

5:30pm. Union Bank, Patrick Davids, 651 San Ramon Valley Blvd. Danville (in the Livery). Members: $5, NonMembers: $25 Dec. 13 & 27: Business By Referral: The Business Connection.

11:30am. The Business Connection Networking Group.

Meets 2nd and 4th Mondays. One member per industry.

Call 837-4400 for availability.

Dec.. 22: Business By Referral: Sunrise Alliance Networking Group. 7:30am. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays.

One member per industry. Call 837-4400 for availability.

San Ramon Chamber of Commerce December 9: A Night Of Stars, Business and Community Awards Dinner.

5:30-9pm. Recognize the amazing achievements of the nominees for 2010. $70 per person, and $500 for a table of eight. You must be pre-registered to attend. San Ramon Community Center (The Fountain Room), 12501 Alcosta Boulevard, San Ramon.

December 16: After Hours Mixer.

5:30-7:30pm. A night of great food, wine and fun. $10 for Members and $20 for Non-Members. San Ramon Marriott Hotel, 2600 Bishop Drive, San Ramon.

CLUBS Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States (VFW), Post 75, San Ramon Valley. Please note that our next regularly scheduled meeting will be next year, on Thursday, January 13th, 2011. Happy holidays and best wishes to all of you from all the members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States.

December 6, 13, 20, 27 Rotary Club of Danville 12:00 meeting at Faz: Call for information. (925) 8388721 San Ramon Valley Rotary Club Wednesdays at 7:00 pm. Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. For information call Valerie Munoz at (925) 683-6310 or visit www.crow-canyon.com Danville Sycamore Valley Rotary Club Meetings held every Tuesday morning at 7am. Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. For more information, call Scott Sampson (925) 743-8449.

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Improved Radiation Therapy Techniques Protect Heart

By Dr. Kenneth Chao

Approximately one in eight women in America may be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. For many patients, radiation therapy is routinely administered following surgery to prevent recurrence of cancer in the breast or chest wall. Multiple randomized studies have demonstrated the benefit of breast radiotherapy for patients with a lumpectomy. For some post-mastectomy patients, however, therapeutic radiation can cause irritation and damage to normal surrounding tissue.

Approximately half of all breast cancers arise in the left breast. Delivering radiation therapy poses a challenge to radiation oncologists since the heart is located in the left side of the chest. Consequently, the front of the heart may be at risk for exposure to high levels of radiation, which can result in damage to the muscles and coronary arteries.

However, radiation-induced heart disease (RIHD) takes years, and sometimes decades, to appear, which makes it difficult to accurately report.

Nonetheless, data suggests patients treated with radiotherapy to the left breast before the mid-80s, using older equipment and techniques, showed an increased risk for RIHD. Advances in radiation t h e ra py t e c h n i q u e s a n d application, however, have

substantially reduced heart exposure. Current national outcome data demonstrates a decrease in the incidence of RIHD using contemporary techniques.

3D- Conformal radiation therapy Three-dimensional conformal radiation therapy (3D-CRT) uses sophisticated computers and CT scans, creating detailed, 3D images of the breast and adjacent internal organs, including the heart and lungs. Radiation oncologists analyze the 3D design to protect the heart from unnecessary exposure.

Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT) Intensity modulated radiation therapy (IMRT) is a specialized, highly advanced form of 3D-CRT that allows radiation oncologists to plan and deliver more focused radiation than is possible with conventional therapy.

With this technique, one can break up the beams into many "beamlets," and the intensity of each beamlet can be adjusted individually.

Thus, the therapeutic radiation exposure can be "painted" more precisely. IMRT allows the radiation oncologist to further steer the radiation doses away from the heart.

Respiratory control/ gating Taking a breath moves the heart away from the field.

This can be challenging, since it strains your respiratory muscles. Try holding your breath during a TV commercial; this is approximately how long patients need to hold their breath. Another method, called respiratory gating, restricts radiation delivery to your breast at certain levels of your normal breathing cycle. Rather than using a device to maintain a steady breath hold, this method uses a system of scanners / cameras that follows the position of external skin markers placed on a patient’s chest. As your chest rises to a certain level during inspiration, the camera will capture the movement of the markers and coordinate radiation delivery.

While advances in radiation treatment techniques and technology have decreased the risk of long-term heart damage, further reduction can be achieved through personal ownership of your health.

Active smoking, hypertension and diabetes have been associated with increased risk of coronary disease following left sided breast / chest wall radiotherapy. Cigarette cessation and control of your blood pressure and blood sugar are lifestyle changes that can minimize the morbidity of cancer treatment.

Dr. Kenneth Chao is board eligible in radiation oncology.

He is a member of Epic Care in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. (www.epic-care.com) Dr. Chao works with Dr. Shoba Kankipati, Dr. Tyler Kang and Dr. Cannon Milani

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There’s a new sheriff in town for the Learjet set. Forget your S Class Benz and your 7 Series Bimmer. If you want the latest, sedatest German ICBM, look no further than the 2011 Audi A8. This shrine to technology is set to appear in Audi showrooms before the end of 2010. The fourth generation A8 perpetuates several core Audi values. It retains the all aluminum space frame of its predecessor. The alloy infrastructure saves 50 percent in weight over an identical steel structure. This weight savings allows Audi to retain the second of its core values –Quattro all–wheel drive– without building an impossibly heavy sedan. Like previous A8s, the newest addition also retains V8 propulsion of modest displacement. In latest guise, the 4.2 liter V8 makes 372hp and 328 lb-ft of torque. A silent shifting 8-speed automatic gearbox oversees 0-60mph runs of 5.6 seconds while improving fuel economy 15 percent over previous A8s.

Although the EPA has yet to release mileage figures, the A8 should achieve a combined city/highway figure near 20 mpg.

In this ultra chic class of motorcar, luxury fittings define status. The A8 lacks for nothing in this regard. On the entertainment front, for example, Audi worked closely with Bang & Olufsen engineers to make the A8 interior a symphonic chamber. Teams from the two companies spent 500 hours working together to that end. The basic sound system boasts 14 speakers, while the advanced system upgrades output with acoustic lens technology (ALT) and ICEpower amplifiers. ALT insures perfect reproduction no matter where you sit in the A8, while the ICEpower amp returns 90 percent efficiency compared to 30 percent for most other amps. If you order the advanced system, you also get to enjoy the dance of the circular dash top tweeters, which rise and take a bow every time you activate the tuner.

Such niceties are abundant in the A8. The headlamp cluster, for example, is so far removed from ordinary that you’ll not only marvel at its efficiency, but its appearance as well. No other maker has used LED lights for high and

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low beams until this Audi arrived. This advance allowed Audi stylists to redesign the headlamp module by eliminating the need for the typical round bulb. In turn, the frontal aspect of the A8 gains from that simplicity, with a sinister looking face like no other on the market. Optional “Night Vision Assistant” will help you identify and avoid people and animals thanks to an infrared thermal imaging camera.

Sweeping arcs of leather, wood and alloy denote the A8 cabin. Especially noteworthy is the flawless juncture of all three materials at the post where the front door meets the dashboard. The cabin is restful, quiet and subtly lit. A large pop-up navigation screen is on call atop the dash. It is more easily programmed than ever thanks to an industryfirst, handwrite-recognition pad, located between the front seats. When not in use, the navigation screen retracts into its dash top receptacle.

MMI, the operating system for the on-board computer that controls all of the A8’s functions, is easier than ever to program and operate. The screen is graphically legible with bold orange typeface, and refresh time as you scroll from function to function is virtually instantaneous. While the A8 can be driven without attention to electronics, the heart of the car remains a hacker’s delight.

And speaking of driving, the A8, despite its 202-inch length, is wonderfully adept at zinging down two lane backroads. No sense pretending you’re driving a limousine when this car has the heart and moves of a born LeMans winner. The standard 18-inch P Zero tires cling ferociously to every curve, and the steering is as responsive as a race car when you’ve selected “Sport” rather than “Comfort” from the bevy of choices offered on the center console.

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