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Girls 7/8 Medley Relay Team from Diablo Country Club breaks three records
Pictured left to right: Isabella Capelli (breaststroke), Taylor Christian (backstroke), Kate Christian (freestyle), Shelby Lew (butterfly)
The Girls 7/8 Relay Team from Diablo County Club (DCC) broke a 100 yard Medley Relay record previously set in 2005 by Crow Canyon Country Club, posting a 1st place time of 1:09.54 at the Valley Swim Association League Championship Meet on July 28-29,
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Fall is the time to harvest the bounty of summer and celebrate the magic that nature provides. At the Harvest Festival (October 12 & 13) at Ardenwood Farm in Fremont, you can pick Indian corn, popcorn, and take some home. There will be magic shows, cider pressing, blacksmithing, train rides and tours of the Patterson House. For more information visit www.ebparksonline.org.
Danville retail icon closing after 40 years By Denise Rousset
After 40 years in Danville, Smith Jewelers is going out of business. When I launched the Valley Sentinel in 1995, Smith Jewelers had already been in business here for over 20 years. Located at the time in the Sycamore Square shopping center, Larry, Curtis and their mom Ella were among the first people I met while networking with the Danville Merchant’s Association, a sort of precursor to the Discover Danville Association. In the late 1990’s Smiths built a new location on Railroad Avenue on one of the last remaining commercial lots in downtown Danville. Their business has thrived since then, weathering the challenging economic ups and downs over the years. Certified Gemologist and Certified Gemologist Appraiser, Larry’s expertise has been recognized by devoted customers as a trusted
resource in Danville for all things related to jewelry, gold, silver and other precious objects. The Smiths have been steadfast examples of reliable and trusted service. Curtis’ expertise in jewelry manufacturing, repair and hand engraving rounded out the services that Smith Jewelers has always provided. Although business is thriving, retirement looks pretty good to Curtis who would like to spend more time on his beautiful property in Idaho, and Larry who will also be moving to Idaho to be married. “Closing Smith Jewelers after 40 years is bittersweet”, s ays L a r r y. T h ey w i l l b e liquidating their entire stock of merchandise, and finally
they will lease their building to another merchant. Smith Jewelers, Larry and Curtis and their entire staff will be missed. Danville is losing a fine example of an exemplary downtown business, one that has been instrumental in helping to achieve that special reputation of why Danville is a wonderful place to shop. The Valley Sentinel would like to wish them health and happiness in the years to come.
The store is located at 350 Railroad Avenue, Danville. This is across the street from Lunardi’s Market. For more information about their sale and their merchandise, or just to wish them well, call (925) 837-3191.
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Shrek, The Musical Now - September 28 Shrek The Musical brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey that won’t
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shut up, a villain with a SHORT temper, a cookie with a bad attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you’ve got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there’s one on hand.. and his name is Shrek. Featuring a terrific score of 19 all-new songs, big laughs and great dancing, Shrek The Musical is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irrelevant fun for everyone! Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Dr., Walnut Creek. Tickets and Information: 925-295-1400 or www.lesherartscenter.org/ shrek-the-musical.
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Quintessential Quilts: A Floral Fantasy Now - September 29 T h e Museum of San Ramon Va l l e y i s pleased to present an exhibit of flowers in quilting. The exhibit explores the history of floral fabrics used by quilters, past to present, with beautiful quilts, quilted wearable art and wall hangings. A special display features quilts sewn by men along with some of the tools men use to create varied handcrafted objects. Located at the corner of Railroad and Prospect Avenues in Downtown Danville. Information: www. museumsrv.org. Where Have All the People Gone? Now-September 30 With more than thirty paintings and sculptures, “Where Have All the People Gone?” is an in-depth survey of figurative work from the artists at NIAD (National Institute for Artists with Disabilities) Art Center in Richmond, California. Long known for its powerful abstract paintings, NIAD Art Center has a secret: a cadre of its artists also produce an
valleysentinel.com amazing and vibrant body of work that, well, looks at bodies. Following in the painterly footsteps firmly established by the first generation of Bay Area Figurative painters, NIAD’s artists have found numerous ways to re-invigorate the tradition. Village Theatre Art Gallery: 233 Front Street in Danville. Information: Visit www.villagetheatreartgallery. com or call 925-314-3400.
of music that made her soar. Center REP: 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: Visit www.centerrep.org.
Adventures in Jazz: Jamie Davis, Vocalist and Quartet September 20 8:00 pm. Returning by popular demand, Jamie Davis has a compellingly full, deep baritone voice and a passion for his craft. Jamie and his amazing band always leave you wanting more – a Bay Area treasure! Desserts by Yogurtland; Coffee by Starbucks. Tickets for each Friday evening in the concert series are: Adults, $25; Students & Seniors 62+, $20. San Ramon Library; 100 Montgomery Street, San Ramon. For more information or to purchase tickets call 973ARTS (2787) or go to www. sanramonperformingarts. com.
Ella the Musical Now-October 12 The Queen of Jazz. The First Lady of Song. The great Ella Fitzgerald. It’s a life lived out loud in this exhilarating new musical that weaves myth, memory and music to tell the uplifting and poignant story of one of the greatest jazz vocalists of all time. It’s 1966 and the fabled songstress is preparing for one of the most important concerts of her career. Ella reflects on her life, her secrets and the love
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sampling foods from top local restaurants, enjoying live music and quality wines and microbrews. This festival has won Diablo Magazine Best of the East Bay’s Best Festival for the last three years. Located on Mt. Diablo Blvd. in downtown Lafayette. Free continuous shuttle service is available throughout the day to and from the Lafayette BART Station. Information: www. lafayettefestival.com.
A Brush With Fame: Claude Monet and his Art September 24 6:30 - 7:45 pm. Enjoy an art-filled evening as a docent from San Francisco’s art museums presents a lecture and slide show about Claude
Monet, a leader and lifetime adherent of Impressionism. This lecture covers his career from its beginnings in the 1860s through the artist’s production of water-lily paintings in the 1920s. Ygnacio Valley Library, 2661 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek. Information: www. wclibrary.org
Naked Soul (formerly Alma Desnuda) September 26 T h e m u s i c o f N a ke d Souls can most succinctly be described as “California acoustic soul,” but what the laidback San Francisco-based band really aims to play are songs that make you feel good-and maybe even do good. UC Irvine alum Paul Suhr is a founder of the cajón-tapping, bass-plucking, message-bearing quartet, which performed on the John Lennon Bus stage at NAMM in Anaheim last
month, and recently released its sophomore album, Riders. The Village Theatre: 233 Front Street, Danville. Information: Visit www.villagetheatreshows. com or call 925-314-3466. Sleepy Hollow, the Musical September 27 - October 13 The musical adaptation of Washington Irving’s tale of Sleepy Hollow and the Headless Horseman. The perfect event to usher in the Halloween spirit! Front Row Theater; 17011 Bollinger Canyon Rd, San Ramon. Information: sanramonperformingarts.com or email parks@sanramon. ca.gov M a r t i n e z I t a l i a n S t re e t Painting Festival September 28, 29 10am-5pm. The Martinez Italian Street Painting Festival will celebrate its 10th year in downtown Martinez. Featuring: Chalk Artists at Main St. Plaza, Arts & Crafts Vendors, Italian Entertainment, Beer & Wine, Kid Fun Zone, Play Bocce on our outdoor court on Main St!. Amateur and professional artists will be creating their chalk art in the plaza area between Starbuck’s and Bank
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of America. This 400 year old Italian tradition will be the highlight of the festival. Artists will begin on Saturday at 10am and continue throughout the weekend. Inspired by the art? You will be able to create your own masterpiece on a 2’x2’ square for $10.00 and the box of chalk is yours to keep. Information: 228-3577 or www. italianstreetpaintingfestival. com.
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Both sides in Washington agree on solar energy! By Mark Becker, GoSimpleSolar
It’s official! The rank and file of both political parties agree on at least one thing; when presented the question about how solar energy is viewed, 94% of Democrats and 75% of Republicans view solar power favorably. As a solar professional, it’s exciting that there is consensus on this issue, seemingly more agreement on this issue than any other that comes to mind. If I were to stereotype, I’d guess that the “left” likes the environmental advantages and the “right” likes the financial advantages that solar energy has to offer. Certainly that’s a poor stereotype because eve r y b o d y l i ke s a g o o d investment. Most of us care greatly for our environment. Why there is agreement should not be of any great concern to those of us in the solar business; what matters is that industry growth is strong and adoption of solar and alternative energy strategies is becoming more mainstream. This is good for business and
for the environment, and very good for national security. The recent study also found that some political stereotypes don’t stick: Both parties’ rank and file agreed that the 30% Federal Tax Credit for individuals and businesses (which is available until tax year 2017) should be extended to continue the mass adoption of solar PV. In many places the extension of the tax credit to speed the adoption of solar may ultimately not be necessary. “Grid parity” is being achieved; the cost of solar energy is equal to or lower than the cost of utility energy from day one of installation. The beat goes on: PG&E electric rates rose 4.6% so far this year. Many readers may be chuckling at this fact; they’ve purchased their own solar power systems, PG&E rate increases don’t affect them. The biggest concern amongst Americans is the perceived cost and practicality of solar power. In California, with ample sun and extremely high electric utility costs, it’s much more expensive NOT to have solar power installed. Paying a utility bill
that generates a zero rate of return on investment is no investment at all. If you have any doubt as to the validity of this previous statement, answer this question: Why will a financial institution be willing to become your power provider by installing a solar system on your home for FREE, then contractually sell you the power for 20 years at a lesser price than you are paying PG&E? In this model there is a LOT of money to be made as an energy provider. It’s an investment with little risk due to the inherent reliability of solar PV systems and little chance that electric rates will decrease. They’ll charge you less than PG&E can, they’ll make money in the process, and you’ll save money in the process. Of course, if you purchase your own solar PV generating system, you’ll not have to share any of the profits with the bankers. Another “It’s Official” moment: A Chinese professor from Nanjing University School
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Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) revealed in their Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report an increase in the number of long-term cancer survivors in the United States. As of 2007, there were more then 11.7 million survivors, compared to the reported 3 million in 1971. A continued upward trend is expected in the coming years. This positive news comes as a result of many key factors: Early Detection: Advances in cancer screening have played an influential role in increasing long-term cancer control. It is well substantiated that the earlier cancer is detected, the greater the chance of curing the disease. Cancers diagnosed early have less of a chance to spread to other parts of the body. Once cancer has spread, curing the disease becomes more of a challenge. Additionally, better understanding and identification of genetic factors help us spot those who are at a greater risk for developing certain cancers.
Advanced Treatment: Cancer therapy has become m o re t a rg e t e d , a l l ow i n g treatments to be more effective and tolerable. We are not only beating this disease, the trade-offs in morbidity and mortality associated with traditional cancer treatment have diminished greatly. Advances in radiotherapy can now deliver radiation with greater accuracy and precision while sparing more normal tissue from unnecessary exposure. Improvements in surgical procedure and recovery have decreased peri-operative complications. Systemic therapy has also become more targeted and tolerable as traditional chemotherapy is replaced or augmented with more specific molecular targeting agents. A better understanding of cancer biology has allowed doctors to select an appropriate “individualized” regimen rather than going at it in an arbitrary manner. Healthy Lifestyle: It is now clear that having a h e a l t hy l i f e s t y l e s u c h as incorporating a regular routine of physical activity, h e a l t hy e a t i n g ( s u c h a s cutting down on high fat/
and smoking cessation decreases the risk for having cancer. With multiple studies substantiating this positive e f f e c t , m o re p e o p l e a re applying this knowledge into their life. Even if a person is diagnosed with cancer, a healthy lifestyle allows for greater tolerance towards treatment and is linked to having a better outcome in beating the cancer. Finally, maintaining a health lifestyle after a cancer treatment has been shown to dramatically decrease one’s risk of having the cancer return. We are fortunate to live in an era where receiving the frightening news of a cancer diagnosis is now less likely a death sentence and more of a tough challenge that life throws your way. Applying a healthy lifestyle and finding a trusted partnership with a doctor who can provide you with the best preventative and individualized treatment ensures you can meet that challenge. Dr. K. Kenneth Chao is a board certified radiation oncologist with Epic Care, a group of experts in the diagnosis and comprehensive treatment of cancer and blood disorders. www.epic-care. com
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Tennis elbow anyone? Healing tennis elbow naturally By Dr. Niele Maimone, DC
What is Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow, or lateral epicondylitis, is similar to its counterpart, Golfer’s elbow. The primary differences between these conditions are the location of the pain and the activity that leads to injury. However, both conditions are caused by overuse of the muscles and tendons of the forearm, leading to inflammation and pain around the elbow joint, commonly called tendonitis. Tennis is one common cause of tendonitis, but many other sports and work related activities can cause the same problem. The cause of tennis elbow can vary from a single violent action (acute injury) to, more commonly, a repetitive stress injury where an action is performed repeatedly and pain gradually develops. In an acute injury of the elbow, inflammation occurs without
substantial tissue damage. However, in a repetitive stress situation a person may experience damage to the tendon and surrounding soft tissue causing tissue d e g e n e ra t i o n ove r t i m e. Inflammation from acute injury often responds quickly to rest and anti-inflammatory treatment. However, if the injury is due to tendon tissue degeneration, treatment will be longer and will be focused on improving the strength of the tendon as well as rebuilding tissues. Tennis Elbow Symptoms With tennis elbow the pain is on the outside of the elbow and may radiate down the forearm into the wrist. It can be common to have pain and/or weakness when turning a door knob, holding a coffee cup or shaking hands. Treatment for Tennis Elbow Tennis elbow does not usually cause any long-term
d i s a b i l i t y. H oweve r, t h e condition may become stubborn and proper rehabilitation will help alleviate the symptoms and get you back to life again. Rest and Reduce Inflammation: The first step a person should take if tendinitis is suspected is to stop the activities that cause the pain and inflammation. Use a topical cream containing Arnica to begin to reduce the inflammatory process quickly. Laser Therapy to Heal the Damaged Tissue: Ending the pain caused by tennis elbow requires healing the damaged tissue. Class IV laser therapy is an excellent method for this, because it is presently the only form of therapy that can both reduce inflammation and heal tissue simultaneously. Laser treatments at Align Healing Center are done with the K-laser 1200 a Class IV Laser. This laser does not cut or burn but is gently absorbed by the
Resident input sought on Canine Corral Dog Park and will require very little Hap Magee Survey Online The Town of Danville is seeking input from users of the Canine Corral Dog Park at Hap Magee Ranch Park regarding the type of material used for the ground cover at the park. The issue of the Canine Corral will be discussed at the September 11 , 201 3 m e e t i n g o f t h e Parks and Leisure Services Commission. Prior to the
meeting, a survey is being conducted among the user groups to determine what the majority of users would like to see used at the park. The survey is online currently and will be available through September 5, 2013. All answers must be submitted before 5:00 p.m. on Sep 5. The survey consists of only a few brief questions
time to complete. All those who use the Canine Corral at Hap Magee Ranch Park are encouraged to take part in the survey and provide their input to the Commission. To take the survey, go to www.danville.ca.gov/ DogParkSurvey. For more information, contact Maintenance Services Supervisor Dave Casteel at (925) 314-3434 or dcasteel@ danville.ca.gov.
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Town seeks nominations for area design projects The Town of Danville is looking for nominations in three different categories for the 2013 Design Awards. The awards, last presented in 2010, highlight different aspects of design and building in the Town of Danville. To w n o f D a n v i l l e Associate Planner Crystal DeCastro said that for the 2013 awards, they are looking for nominees in the categories of Outstanding Commercial Design, Outstanding Public/ Semi-Public Design, and Outstanding Heritage Resource Design. In order to be eligible for the award the project must have been completed since January 2011.
Nominations will be accepted from Sept. 1 – Sept. 24. After that, the Design Aw a r d s C o m m i t t e e w i l l examine the nominations. The Committee is made up of Design Review Board members David Banducci, Bob Combs, Julie Graves, Ly n n O ve rc a s h i e r, M a rc S i l ve i ra a n d J i m Wo o d . Once the committee makes a decision, they will make recommendations to the Town Council. Winners will be notified in early November, with the awards being presented at the annual Mayor’s Installation and Community Service Awards on December 5.
All nominations must be in by September 24. A nomination should consist of the address of the site being nominated and a short description of why the site should receive the award. Nominations may be submitted by e-mail to cdecastro@danville.ca.gov or by regular mail to: Danville Planning Division (Design Award Nomination) Attn: Crystal De Castro 510 La Gonda Way Danville, CA 94526 For more information contact Associate Planner Crystal De Castro at (925) 3143314 or cdecastro@danville. ca.gov.
tissue. During Laser Therapy the infrared laser light interacts with tissues at the cellular level, increasing metabolic activity and improving the transport of nutrients across the cell membrane. This initiates the production of cellular energy (ATP) that leads to a cascade of beneficial effects, increasing cellular function and health. This creates an optimal healing environment that reduces i n f l a m m a t i o n , s we l l i n g , muscle spasms, stiffness, scar tissue and pain. Correct the Mechanics of Motion: Assessing the forearm, elbow, shoulder and spine for proper postural feedback is done to diagnose and correct improper alignment. After proper alignment is restored, specific muscular taping is applied to improve circulation and insure proper motion on a daily basis. Lastly, specific strengthening and stretching exercises are given. By strengthening the muscles
and tendons involved with tennis elbow, you can prevent the problem from returning. At Align Healing Center we are having great success not only treating tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow, but also treating plantar fasciitis, sciatica, shoulder and neck pain, migraines, arthritis, carpal tunnel, post surgical pain, sports injuries and more; even long-term residual pain. Ar¬thritis and degenerative disc disease sufferers can see long term benefits from this treatment without any of the negative side effects experienced with the long term use of medications. Dr. Niele Maimone, DC is the owner and founder of Align Healing Center in Danville, CA. She has been active in our natural health & wellness community since 1999. For more information or to set up a consult call 925.362.8283 or visit www.alignhealingcenter. com.
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BART bike security advice With more and more people switching from four wheels to two, bikes that are not securely locked can be easy pickings for thieves. By changing your bike lock, you can take the first step to keeping your bike safe. When leaving your bike at a BART station make sure it is secured with a good quality U-Lock. We strongly recommend against locking your bike with only a cable type lock; cable locks are easily cut. BART bike experts even recommend using two U-Locks -- to secure the frame and both wheels. Make sure you record your bike’s serial number along with a description of the bike. You can usually find the number under the bike’s bottom bracket (the part of the frame where the pedal cranks revolve). This will greatly increase your chance of recovery if it is stolen. Remember, while BART does have a system-wide surveillance system, security cameras are not a guarantee against theft. If you depend on your bike, take what steps you can to protect it from thieves!
For more anti-theft tips visit: www.sfbike.org/?theft_locking or ebbc.org/theft_prevention BART is working to add more secure bike parking on our system. Bike racks in the paid area of the Dublin/Pleasanton, Lake Merritt and MacArthur stations were recently installed and there are more to come. The BART Bike Parking Capital Plan details our efforts to add 2,000 secure parking spaces at 18 stations. The Plan includes • 316 new shared-use BikeLink lockers in 2014; • Three new bike stations at Civic Center, MacArthur and 19th Street Oakland; • And more bike racks added in the paid area of stations where possible. The new 19th Street Bike Station will be an attended facility similar to the ones BART now operates at Downtown Berkeley and Fruitvale; the other two will be self-serve parking cyclists can access with a BikeLink smartcard. Until secure parking is added to your station, when securing your bike, switch to using good quality U-Locks to protect your favorite ride.
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Students donate to help teens in need By Staff Writer
I n 2 011 , w i s h i n g t o help teens in need through clothing, high school student Laura Graham formed 1 Closet, a 501 (c) charity. She contacted San Ramon Valley High School’s leadership teacher Janet Wilford who was interested in Graham’s idea for holding a school-wide teen clothing drive. Monte Vista leadership t e a c h e r, A n d re a G re c o ’s class, leadership students at Dougherty Valley High School and the leadership class from California High, each held successful clothing drives over the last school year. The outpouring of clothing donations continued until the last few days of school. In May, Laura took on the challenge of sending a Richmond shelter teen to her senior prom. With the help of The Taylor Family Foundation in Livermore she created Prom Dream Day. NBC Bay Area featured Graham in their ‘Bay Area Pride’ segment in May. She encouraged NBC to film a clothing drive happening
at San Ramon High School sharing the media spotlight with SRHS students for all they have done. Deb Rosenberg of Savvy Shopaholic in Danville had been a supporter of Graham’s since learning of her teen clothing outreach. Rosenberg recently closed her consignment shop and donated all remaining clothing to this Jefferson Award Winning charity. The donation process is just the beginning as each garment is reviewed and must meet strict criteria, be clean and then neatly folded and placed in case format for easy distribution. Through the generous donations of the district high schools, other public and private high schools, community and friends, Graham has collected over 15,000 garments estimated to cost more than $100,000. Ac c o r d i n g t o L a u r a , d o n a t i o n s b e n e f i t m a ny organizations beyond Alameda and Contra Costa Counties including Solano,
San Francisco, Santa Clara even a small group from Los Angeles who contacted her. Donations are regularly delivered to Alameda and Contra Costa Child and Family Services, Fred Finch Youth, Rainbow Community Center, California School of the Deaf, Lincoln Children’s Center, EMQ Foster Care and more. Graham, now a senior at Bishop O’Dowd will attend college next fall. She hopes to continue to partner with all of the district high schools for this school year. For more information visit 1closet.com
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Memories of a Lifetime in Contra Costa County Library Embarks on a Local History Digitization Project Contra Costa County Library is the recipient of a $49,000 Library Services and Technology Act grant awarded by the California State Library to create Remember & Go, a database of historical photographs, artifacts, and other important items related to County history. As part of the project, the Library will hire a professional photographer to travel to Contra Costa County community libraries to take multi-view photographs of art objects such as the 24 We s t e r n A r t s c u l p t u re s,
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Lots of Autumn activities to enjoy By Beverly Lane, East Bay Regional Parks District
Fremont. This year it’s from 10 The original Olympic Games a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and took place in 776 B.C. But Coyote Sunday, Oct. 12 and 13. There’s fun for the entire Hills Regional Park in Fremont, family at this event, with magic will evoke an even earlier era shows, cider pressing, old-time with a Stone Age Olympics and music and crafts, blacksmithing For farmers, autumn is Knap-in from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. demonstrations, corn harvesting, harvest time. Adding to the on Sunday, Sept. 22. and rides on Ardenwood’s Events will include ancient bounty, the East Bay Regional unique horse-drawn train. Park District is offering a skills such as dart throwing, Ardenwood is located at seasonal cornucopia of outdoor friction-based fire starting, and 34600 Ardenwood Boulevard, activities and special events. stone tool-making. It all takes place at the park’s Dairy Glen just north of Highway 84 in Here’s a partial list: Fremont. In fact it’s not far One perennial crowd-pleaser campsite. from Coyote Hills. is the Garin Apple Festival fees are Festival, which will $10 for adults, $8 take place from for seniors, S6 for noon to 4 p.m. on chiThese are just a Saturday, Sept. 7 at few of the activities Garin Regional Park on the calendar in Hayward. for September Garin’s apple and October. For orchard, tended by a complete list a dedicated group with more details, of volunteers, has visit the East Bay varieties of apples R e g i o n a l Pa r k you’ll never find District web site at in supermarkets. www.ebparks.org. Besides apple Or you can pick tasting, there’s up a copy of the hand-cranked ice September/October cream, live music, Regional in Nature dancing, crafts, Activity Guide at and old-fashioned any park district games. For This young lady is enjoying a day in the sun picking corn at visitor center. information, call Ardenwood’s Harvest Festival. For more information visit A u t u m n Agency 510-544-3220. www.ebparksonline.org or call 1-888-327-2757, option 2. usually brings some Vo l u n t e e r s of the nicest weather Then on Sunday, Oct. will be welcome for the Park of the year in the Bay Area. So District’s share of the 29th 6, Coyote Hills will host the don’t let it pass without enjoying Annual Statewide Coastal Gathering of the Ohlone the outdoors and sampling the Cleanup Day on Saturday, Sept. Peoples from 10 a.m. to 4:30 family-friendly activities in your 21. Work parties will pick up litter p.m. regional parks. Ohlone Indians will share and recyclables from shorelines, lakes and creeks throughout the East Bay. Locations will include Martin Luther King Jr. Regional Shoreline in Oakland, Pt. Isabel in Richmond, and Martinez Shoreline in Martinez. Volunteers must be age six or older and registration is required. For information, visit www.ebparks.org and click on “Special Events,” or call 888327-2757 and select option 2.
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September in the Contra Costa Garden Provided by the Contra Costa Master Gardeners
General Garden Care Adjust your irrigation. The evapotranspiration (ET) rate has plummeted in spite of hot days. Reduce your watering time by 25% from a month ago. We are headed for fall equinox. Fruits Pick pears, late season apples, late peaches. Irrigate if rains have not started. Pick up all fallen fruit; compost if possible. Fertilize citrus for the last time this year. Vegetables Harvest tomatoes, squash, beans, eggplant, peppers. Start seeds of winter vegetables: bok choy, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, C h i n e s e c a b b a g e, k a l e, cauliflower. Direct seed beets, carrots, chard, garlic, leeks, mache, o n i o n s, p e a s, ra d i s h e s, spinach, sugar, snap peas. If you want to start lettuce seeds, remember that they germinate best in cool soil. Try mixing the seed with moist potting soil, cover and place in the refrigerator for a couple of days. Flowers & Landscaping Fertilize cool season lawns: bent, bluegrass, 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 ove rg row n Ag a p a n t h u s, 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
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Parents Can Help Children who Stutter Patty Reed , Information Specialist at the Stuttering Foundation
Why is my child stuttering? Will he outgrow it? Does she need professional therapy? Did I cause his stuttering? How can I help? Information for parents about children and stuttering is now available in a new 16-minute video titled, “7 Tips for Talking with the Child Who Stutters.” It can be found at www.youtube.com/ stutteringfdn. In the video, four speechlanguage experts talk about how to promote easier talking as they interact with their preschool-age children. The professionals offer simple tips that parents can begin to use immediately. “The so-called ‘wait and see’ approach, advocated by some, is an awfully bitter pill for a parent to swallow when they find their child struggling to speak,” said Jane Fraser, president of the Stuttering Foundation. “Experience tells us parents want answers immediately. Helping the child while he is young can prevent the teasing and bullying that occur as they get older as those who stutter are often the target of bullies. Every parent wants their child to have a stress-free happy life and early intervention is the key.” The video features some of the world’s leading handson therapists working with preschool children who stutter. They include speech-language consultants Frances Cook, MSc, MRCSLT (Hons), Cert CT (Oxford), and Willie Botterill, MSc, MRCSLT, Cert CT, Elaine Ke l m a n , M S c , M RC S LT, Cert CBT, from the Michael Palin Centre for Stammering Children in London; Lisa
Scott, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, of The Florida State University’s School of Communication Science and Disorders; and Ellen Kelly, Ph.D., CCC-SLP, of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. “This video will make a real difference for parents who are anxious and feel helpless when their child first begins to stutter,” added Fraser. “They often think it is their fault and wonder what they have done wrong. This should help ease their fears while focusing their efforts on doing things that will help the child right away.” Some books and DVDs produced by the 66-year-old nonprofit Stuttering Foundation are available free on the Foundation’s web site under the resources tab and on YouTube. Contact the Foundation at 1-800-992-9392, e-mail info@ stutteringhelp.org, or visit www.stutteringhelp.org or www.tartarmudez.org. The 7 Tips video expands on one of the Foundation’s brochures “7 Tips for Talking with Your Child” and covers the following advice which is great for a sidebar: 1) Reduce the pace. When you speak in a calm, unhurried manner, it not only reduces your child’s anxiety, it also models how to get sentences out fluently. 2) Ask questions one at a time. When you talk with a child who stutters, ask one question at a time rather than bombarding him or her with a series. This makes it easier for the child to form a response and reply clearly. 3) E n g a g e i n f u l l listening. When you speak to your child, stop what you are
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How Medicare Covers Ambulance Services By David Sayen
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San Ramon Regional Medical Center provides health education for community Moving Beyond Cancer to Wellness seminar
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For additional Community Events visit: www.ValleySentinel.com Please email information about your events to info@valleysentinel.com COMMUNITY EVENTS 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. 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.) Free E-Waste Recycling Event 1st Saturday every month 9am-1pm. Got E-Waste? Bring unwanted electronic equipment, such as tvs, monitors, printers, computers and more to a FREE E-Waste Recycling event. ALL e-waste collected will be recycled in the U.S. Sponsored by Electronic Waste Management, a U.S. Certified E-Waste Collector. DVC on Golf Club Rd. in Pleasant Hill. Please visit www.noewaste.com or call 866-335-3373 for accepted and non-accepted items and more info. Canning and Preserving Tomatoes September 7 10am-12pm. Canning and Preserving–Tomatoes for Sauce, Salsa and More! with Garden Director Patrice Hanlon and her husband Chris Watt. Canning is a great way of bottling the summertime flavor of your garden, and it really isn’t as hard as it seems. $25 general, members $20. Gardens at Heather Farm; 1540 Marchbanks, Walnut Creek. Information: www.gardenshf. org or call Patrice Hanlon at 947-1678. Habits: To Make or Break September 9, 16, 23, 30 6-7:45pm. This hands-on workshop series on consecutive Mondays is designed for anyone wanting to change their habits. Whether you are creating new habits, or displacing those that block the path to the good life, the process is the same. Learn why, when, where, and how habits are formed. Registration required. Ygnacio Valley Library; 2661 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek. Information: to register for this 4 session series of workshops visit www.ccclib.org/programs or call 938-1481. “Speak Up!” English Conversation Groups for Adults Monday evenings September 9,- November 25 6:45-7:45pm. No homework, no tests, just conversation! The Speak Up! series offers you the opportunity to practice and improve your English language conversational skills in an informal, small group setting. Weekly sessions are held at either the San Ramon or Dougherty Station Libraries. Free! Dougherty Station Library: Mondays, 6:45-7:45pm: Sept. 9, 23, Oct. 7, 21, and Nov. 4, 18. San Ramon Library: Mondays, 6:45-7:45pm: Sept. 16, 30, Oct. 14, 28, and Nov. 25. Information: ccclib.org or email parks@sanramon.ca.gov. Annual 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony September 11 5:50-6:40pm. The Exchange Club of San Ramon Valley along with local veterans’ organizations are hosting the Annual 9-11 Remembrance Ceremony for the residents of the San Ramon Valley. Immediately following the ceremony there will be free ice cream for the kids provided by Engeo. All Wars Memorial, Oak Hill Park, 3005 Stone Valley Road, Danville. Information: visit srvexchangeclub.org Sierra Club Talk: Turkey September 11 7-8:30pm. Join Diane Smith as she explores modern Turkey– a complex country of contrasts stuck in the middle: between East and West. Ygnacio Valley Library, 2661 Oak Grove Road, Walnut Creek. Information: www.ccclib.org/programs or call 938-1481. Honoring Our Veterans–MVHS vs. Pittsburg HS Football Game September 13 7pm. MVHS Mustangs vs. Pittsburg Pirates football game at Sam Zackheim Stadium, Monte Vista High. Veterans receive free admission and complimentary hot dog, beverage, and homemade apple pie. 3131 Stone Valley Rd., Danville. Information: Contact Veteran’s Memorial Bldg at 362-9806. Tickets are limited!
Fun on the Farm: Jam and Bread September 14 10am- 2pm. Follow wheat from the field to the table as you thresh, grind, and sift wheat kernels to make flour then find out how it turns into tasty bread. Forest Home Farms; 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd, San Ramon. Information: www.sanramon.ca.gov/parks or email parks@sanramon.ca.gov. Publishing Both Short and Full-Length Works September 14 11:30 check-in. 12:00 lunch. Program until 1:45. Author Judith Newton presents at the Mt. Diablo Branch of the California Writers Club (CWC) luncheon. $20 for CWC members, $25 for guests. Zio Fraedo’s Restaurant, 611 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill. Register by Sept. 11. Information: email agig@aol.com, or phone 925-9339670, or visit website at cwcmtdiablowriters.wordpress.com. Astroblast-Space and Astronaut Training with Chabot-to-Go September 21 11am-1pm. Join us for an exciting morning of space science fun! See a stunning NASA photo exhibit of the solar system, talk with a real live NASA scientist, and experiment with hands-on activities provided by Chabot-to-Go. Fun for all ages! San Ramon Library; 100 Montgomery Street, San Ramon. Information: ccclib.org or email parks@sanramon.ca.gov Danville Concours D’Elegance September 22 11am- 4pm. Enjoy an exciting afternoon of cars for a cause at Concours d’Elegance, Danville’s premier charitable event benefiting the Parkinson’s Institute. Picturesque downtown provides the perfect backdrop for showcasing some of the finest exotic automobiles past and present. Visit fine wine and food stations throughout the event, and learn more about Parkinson’s Disease and how your contributions can help find a cure. Admission is free, however donations are encouraged. Downtown Danville. Information: www.ci.danville.ca.us. Ruth Bancroft Garden Welcomes Author Debra Lee Baldwin September 25 5:30-7:30pm. Join The Ruth Bancroft Garden and the Gardens at Heather Farm for a presentation and demonstration by Debra Lee Baldwin. She will introduce her new book, Succulents Simplified. Purchase event admission with or without the book. Come early for refreshments and book signing – doors will open at 5 p.m. $25 registration only, $45 for registration plus book purchase. Gardens at Heather Farm; 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: www.ruthbancroftgarden.org. Villa San Ramon Grand Re-Opening Event September 26 4-7pm. Our evening begins with a ribbon cutting ceremony attended by San Ramon Mayor Bill Clarkson. Savor delicious hors d’euvres, wine and sparkling cider as you stroll our beautifully remodeled community. Music, photos, raffle prizes and more. RSVP by September 20. 9199 Fircrest Lane, San Ramon. Information: 925-230-2876 or visit vintagesenior.com. Mornings with the Mayor September 27 7:30-8:30am. Come join The Town of Danville’s Mayor for a light breakfast and discussion about current topics. This meeting is held quarterly at the Veterans Memorial Building; 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. Information: www.ci.danville.ca.us. Free SAT Practice Test September 28 10am- 2pm. C2 Education will conduct a free SAT practice test. Come prepared to take the entire test. Follow-up seminar with scores and suggestions for preparing for the real thing will be held on Thursday 10/10 at 6:30pm. Sign-up at ccclib.org. Registration ends the day before the test at 5pm. San Ramon Library; 100 Montgomery St, San Ramon. Information: ccclib.org or email parks@sanramon.ca.gov. America’s Wounded Military Heroes’ Dinner and Golf Classic September 29 & 30 Sunday, September 29. Sentinels of Freedom Dinner Gala. Guest Speaker Read Admiral Winston Copeland, USN (Ret.). Monday, September 30. Sentinels of Freedom Golf Tournament. Both events at the Diablo Country Club, 700 Club House Rd, Diablo. Information: www.sentinelsoffreedom.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. Buzz Sessions: Get the buzz on topics and issues facing today’s older adults and talk with the experts. Buzz Sessions are always free! Information: 925-314-3400 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. All trips meet at the Danville Park & Ride lot unless otherwise noted in the trip details. Reserve your spot at the Danville Senior Center, 115 E. Prospect, Danville, CA 94526, on or before the registration date beginning at 8:30am. Information: 925-314-3400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us/Recreation/Seniors/ Senior_Sneaker_Trips. The Danville Area Senior Hikes (DASH) are open to all adults and meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month. The group starts at the Danville Park-n-Ride (next to the Sycamore Valley 680 North exit) at 9AM and returns about 1Pm. Most hikes are not strenuous, but gradients are involved due to the local terrain. Distances are usually in the 4- to 5-mile range, and the pace is moderate, with stops to view scenery, wildlife and to talk about location history when appropriate. Information: 925-314-3400 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: 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 Tuesday 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: 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. The group meets once a week at various locations, This is an adults only group; pets are not permitted on hikes. To find out the exact meeting location and to get on the email list, please call the Senior Center 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 San Ramon 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 Lafayette Chamber of Commerce Monthly Mixer September 11 5:30-7pm. Join the Chamber for a mixer at Blodgett’s Abbey Carpet & Flooring., 3291 Mt. Diablo Court. Lafayette. Information: call 284-7404 or visit www.lafayettechamber.org. Danville Area Chamber of Commerce Health and Wellness Seminar September 18 5:30-7:30 pm. A Healthy Business Starts With You–How Your Total Health Impacts Your Bottom Line. $25.00 per person by 9/13, $30.00 after. The Studio, 730 Camino Ramon, Suite 200, Danville. Information: Visit http://business.danvilleareachamber. com/events or call Karen Lochner at 837-4400.
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Business Expo and Mixer at the Bridges Golf Club September 19 5-8pm. Discover local businesses and network with 300 people at the San Ramon Business Expo and Mixer at the Bridges Golf Club; 9000 S. Gale Ridge Road, San Ramon. Information: www.sanramon.org. NetworkingMingles Dance Party September 20 9-12pm. Mingle, network, meet someone special and dance the night away with your favorite dance hits played by the House DJ. $15 in advance, $20 at the door. Dragon 2000 Lounge,1651 Botelho Drive, Walnut Creek. Information http://networkingmingles.com. Alamo Chamber Mixer September 25 5:30-7:30pm. Chamber mixers are a great way to meet new people and network with business owners. Bring a raffle prize and you will have the opportunity to give a 30-second commercial! Come to network or catch up with old friends. $10 for members, $20 for soon-to-be members. Round Hill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Rd, Alamo. Information: alamochamberofcommerce.com. Cloud Computing and Disaster Recovery Lunch’n’Learn September 26 11:30am- 1pm. Check in/networking at 11 am. The media is full of information about “Cloud Technology”, and how it’s the Next Big Thing. What does this mean for your business? Free. Bishop Ranch 3; 2603 Camino Ramon, Suite 287, San Ramon. Information and registration: www. clarecomputer.com/events, or call Bruce Campbell at 884-2177. Business TradeFaire Extraordinaire October 2 5-7pm. Promote your products and services to hundreds of prospective customers while enjoying a fun-filled evening at the Walnut Creek Chamber TradeFaire Extraordinaire. This semi-annual event attracts hundreds of local professionals eager to learn about your company. Scott’s Seafood Grill & Bar, 1333 N. California Blvd., Walnut Creek. Information: www. walnut-creek.com.
CLUBS and ORGANIZATIONS Danville-Alamo-Walnut Creek Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, educa-
tion, philanthropy and research. AAUW membership is open to all graduates of accredited four year colleges or universities and those holding an Associate Degree or equivalent. Prospective members are welcome and may contact Liz at 648-5163 for details or with any further questions. Check our http://daw-ca.aauw.net for meeting dates. Fibro? CFIDS? Chronic Pain? If these are familiar to you, call 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. The non-profit Wind ‘n Sea Sailing Club will be holding sailing training classes at a member’s home. The first class will be“Introduction to Sailing on San Francisco Bay” and will be followed by further sailing classes. Information: Call Jan at 925-837-3381. Recurring: Mondays: Danville Rotary 12pm. Meets every Monday. Faz Restaurant, 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. People who know or are 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: Danville am Toastmasters 7-8:30am. Meets every Tuesday. New members welcome. Father Nature’s Restaurant, Danville. Information: danvilleam.freetoasthost.org.
Danville/Sycamore Valley Rotary 7am. Meets every Tuesday morning. Crow Canyon Country Club, Danville. Information: dsvrotary. com. Diablo View Toastmasters 8:15-9:15am. Meets every Tuesday. CMG Mortgage, 4th Floor Conference Room, 3160 Crow Canyon Rd., San Ramon. Information: 4160. toastmastersclubs.org. ARF Pet Loss Support Group 12-1:30pm. Meets first Tuesday of every month. In a nurturing small group, you are encouraged to process feelings of grief resulting from the loss of pet. Register with Vicki at 925-887-5678 or vickis@hospiceeastbay.org. ARF, 2890 Mitchell Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: arf.net. Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Workshop Tuesdays, April 16 through July 30 11am-1pm. This 12-week workshop is for women who have just been diagnosed and are either in treatment or starting treatment. Cancer Support Community, 3276 McNutt Avenue, Walnut Creek. Free. Please call to register 925-933-0107. Walnut Creek Kiwanis Club 12:10-1:30pm. Meets every Tuesday. Massimo’s Ristorante, 1604 Locust Street, Walnut Creek. Information: kiwanisofwalnutcreek.org. Walnut Creek Rotary 12:15-1:30pm. Meets every Tuesday. Heather Farms Garden Center, 1540 Marchbanks Drive, Walnut Creek. Information: rotarywc.org. Tri-Valley Weight Loss Team Meetup 5pm-6pm. Meets every Tuesday. Join a small, supportive group of people who have a common goal of losing weight. Led by Dr. Dan Perez, the meetings focus on effective lifestyle strategies to lose weight and keep it off. Information: www.meetup.com/Tri-ValleyWeight-Loss-Team. 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.
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Wednesdays: 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 925275-2412. Information: coachstepper@ yahoo.com. Alamo Rotary 12:15pm. Meets every Wednesday. Round Hill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Road, Alamo. Information: 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. San Ramon Valley Rotary 7pm. Meets every Wednesday. Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Danville. Information: sanramonvalleyrotary.com. Walnut Creek Toastmasters 7-8:15pm. Meets every Wednesday. 1660 Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill. Information: walnutcreek.freetoasthost.net. Blue Star Moms 7-9pm. Meets the second Wednesday of every month. 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. Danville Toastmasters Club #1785 7:30-9pm. Meets every Wednesday. Room W204 at Diablo Valley College,1690 Watermill Road, San Ramon. Information: danvilletoastmasters1785. com.
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11:30am-2pm. Meets the third Thursday of every month. New and long-time residents are welcome. Faz Restaurant, 600 Hartz Ave., Danville. $21 for lunch. Reservations/information: 925-828-8554. Rotary Club of San Ramon 11:45am. Meets every Thursday. Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Drive, Danville. Information: sanramonrotary.org. A Course in Miracles 7-8pm. Each meeting is spent discussing the concepts of A Course in Miracles and how to apply this practical philosophy in everyday life. Move through the lessons and reading at your own pace. Donations accepted. Windbell Wellness Center, 1924 A Oak Park Blvd., Pleasant Hill. Information: www.windbellcenter. com/wp. Diablo Numismatic Society 7-9pm. Meets the third Thursday of every month. Concord Police Community Meeting Room, 1350 Galindo Street, Concord. Information: diablocoinclub. org. Clutterers Anonymous 7-8pm. Meets the second Thursday of every month. St. Luke’s Lutheran Church room 7, 2 491 San Miguel Drive, W alnut Creek. Information: 925-736-8627. 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. Saturdays: 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: diablo-pca.org.
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the first to join the John If you spent every summer Force Funny Car team in on the road with your famous, 2007. Today Courtney, 25, the race car driving Dad, what youngest Force daughter, is would you want to do when in her sophomore year with you grew up? For Courtney and John Force Racing, and middle Brittany Force, and their older sister, Brittany, 27, found her sister Ashley before them, way to Top Fuel dragsters for the answer her rookie would be: season. Drive a race A l l car. But not three girls just any m a d e race car. A their way really fast through drag racing t h e car. amateur John ranks of Force will drag racing have a in the same l e g a c y m a n n e r. greater Each spent than just three years Courtney Force his current in the Super 15 World Championships Comp class followed by three in the National Hot Rod years in Top Alcohol Dragster. Associations Funny Car class. Only then did they start testing He will leave three daughters the big girl cars. Courtney’s vying for top spots in a male testing began in 2011 when the dominated sport. Ashley, who team would often stay at the temporarily stepped away track after an event to test on from nitromethane fuel Funny Monday. Courtney had to run Cars to start a family, was the car with a restrictor plate,
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15th Annual Delta Blues Festival Saturday, September 21, 2013 – Noon to 7:30 p.m. A Free Event – All Ages Welcome At Waldie Plaza in Antioch’s Rivertown District off 2nd street between “G” and “I” streets.
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Over the last year, San Ramon Valley Rotary Club President Tom Eager has been talking to Christine Huajardo, Principal of Golden View Elementary School about different projects the Club could undertake to assist both the teachers and students at the school. In October, the club delivered dictionaries to three 3rd grade classes and spent time with the children to give examples of how to use the dictionaries. For example, students looked up the words, “polio” and “service”, as these two words play an important part in the goals of Rotary. In appreciation, each student wrote a thank you in a Thank You binder, as well as putting together an 8 foot by 3 foot banner with pictures of the students using their dictionaries, spelling out the word, “Service”. Touched by the heartfelt response from the students, the Rotary Club met with Ms. Huajardo to develop other programs. On Wednesday, August 14, President Tom, Lori Luckenbach, the Club’s Director of Community
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