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ROSSMOOR NEWS
TH
A NNIVERSARY
CREEK
ROSSMOOR • WALNUT
1964 - 2014
Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Walnut Creek, California Volume 48, No. 25 • 50 cents
Napa earthquake on
residents’ minds during
Fire Prevention Seminar
By Cathy Tallyn
Staff writer
Two days after a violent 6.0
earthquake rocked Napa, the
minds of many Rossmoor residents were focused on emergency preparedness.
What would they do if the
Aug. 24 earthquake – the
worse one since Loma Prieta
25 years ago – was centered
locally?
As a result, last Tuesday’s
Fire Prevention Seminar in
Rossmoor turned into an information session on how to be
prepared for more than a fire.
Some 125 residents were on
hand for the two-hour program,
sponsored by Third Walnut
Creek Mutual, Rossmoor Public Safety, the Emergency Preparedness Organization (EPO)
and the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).
“We received a wakeup call
Continued on page 15A
Fitness Center Advisory
Committee seeks member
There is an opening on the Fitness Center Advisory Committee for a committee member to serve until May 2016.
Residents interested in serving on this committee are invited
to apply by submitting their names and qualifications to Assistant Secretary Paulette Jones in the Board Office at Gateway
complex by Friday, Sept. 12. For information, call Jones at 9887710.
For information about the committee, its charter can be found
on the Rossmoor website at www.rosssmoor.com. Hit the Resident Info tab, scroll down to Rossmoor Governance, and the
committee information is listed under GRF Committees.
News photo by Mike DiCarlo
Look for this green bag with drawing instructions wrapped
around the Sept. 10 Rossmoor News.
Staff writer
B
e sure to look for next
Wednesday’s Rossmoor
News. Not only will there
be the usual news of Rossmoor,
there will also be a special 50th
GRF Board restricts club memberships,
denies project maintenance request
By Wilma Murray
Staff writer
A
handful of topics that
ranged from PG&E
easements and Mutual property responsibilities
to Fitness Center access and
club membership were on the
agenda for the GRF Board at
its Aug. 28 meeting. While
there was a lot of discussion,
and the votes taken were not
always unanimous, controversy was light.
One unanimous decision
was to change Policy 302.0.
With this change, all sportsand fitness-oriented clubs
will now have to restrict club
membership to GRF members. Those individuals currently in the clubs who are not
GRF members will be “grandfathered” in, but as of Aug.
28, the clubs cannot extend
GRF budget
workshop is
Tuesday and
Wednesdsay
Anniversary section and souvenir tote bag.
The Sept. 10 News will be
wrapped in the two-tone green
cloth bag. And, stuffed in an
outside pocket of the bag will
be an entry form to win $1,000.
The 2015 GRF budget season kicks off with a community
presentation of the draft budget
overview on Friday, Sept. 5, at
9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room
at Gateway. CEO Warren Salmons and CFO Rick Chakoff
will make a preview presentation of the budget. All residents
are invited.
The 2015 GRF budget will
be presented at a draft budget
Rossmoor Realty gives away
tote bags for Anniversary
By Cathy Tallyn
Currently, Project 36 of Third Mutual maintains this hillside along Rossmoor Parkway just
north of the entrance gate. The Mutual asked GRF to foot the bill for the maintenance, but
the request was denied.
their membership outside the
GRF membership. Presidents
of all clubs must also be GRF
members unless by consent of
the GRF Board.
Also unanimously approved was the authorization
of a $21,000 nonbudgeted expenditure of operating cash to
deal with problems with the
ventilation system at the Gateway Administration building.
Mutual Operations Director
Paul Donner explained that
fine particles had been dropping from the vents onto staff.
An expert called in to access
the situation determined the
dust to be oxidation from aluminum coils.
The Board was on board
with taking care of that problem immediately.
Project 36 and the hillside
What might have proven
controversial to the commu-
nity at large was not so much
to the Board; all members
agreed that Project 36 of
Third Mutual would have to
continue to absorb the maintenance of the property that
runs alongside Rossmoor
Parkway from the entrance
gate to Terra California.
At the July GRF Board
meeting, Third Mutual Director Bob Beach asked the
Board to consider assuming
financial responsibility for
the maintenance of the embankment at the entrance
to Rossmoor that drops
down from Cactus Court to
Rossmoor Parkway.
This property, he said,
while technically part of
Third Mutual, affects all
Rossmoor residents as it is
the first thing people see
when entering Rossmoor.
INSIDE THE NEWS
Section A
Arts and Leisure........... 22-30A
Classified....................... 31-43A
Main News...................... 1-19A
Movies.................................28A
Op/Ed Columns..................21A
Residents Forum................20A
Section B
Arts and Leisure listings....15B
Bridge................................ 4-5B
Calendar.........................10-11B
Channel 28 TV Guide........20B
Clubs.........................5-7B, 16B
Excursions......................11-14B
Health............................ 17-19B
Obituaries.............................9B
Religion.................................8B
Sports................................ 1-4B
Channel 28 celebrates
50th Anniversary with
special programming.
See page 2A.
www.rossmoornews.com
2A
Rossmoor N ews • S eptember 3, 2014
Channel 28 producing 50th Anniversary show
‘50 Years of Memories,’ airing past celebrations
By Maureen O’Rourke
News manager
Channel 28 is doing its part to celebrate
Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary.
Starting this week and running for a full year,
the Rossmoor channel will present “50 Years of
Memories,” featuring residents offering their
memories of the early years of Rossmoor.
The programming consists of residents and
Rossmoor staff looking into the camera and
telling their stories. They tell how clubs got
started, about Rossmoor governance and community milestones and interesting tidbits about
living here. It’s a little bit of history from a lot
of different people.
In addition, residents and staff will send out
happy anniversary greetings to Rossmoor.
“It’s a potpourri of just about everything,”
said Station Manager Susan Ritner. “Longtime
residents, newer residents, GRF employees all
give their historical perspective.”
As an example, Bruce McCauley talks about
when he was involved with GRF committees in
the 1990s; Jerry Priebat talks about his year as
GRF president; S.Y. Huang tells how he started the Chinese-American Association; Sumner
Walters recounts how he started the Trails Club;
and Patricia Zuker talks about the dog park.
Rossmoor historian John Nutley will also present history segments.
Each memory segment runs from a few minutes up to a half hour and will be presented
in-between programming during Post-It.
“They will be all mixed up and will not be in
any particular order,” said Ritner. “Three segments may air, then programming and maybe
a couple more later. We’re going to make it interesting.”
The segments are produced by Ritner and
Studio Coordinator George Ivanov. They have
been working on them since the beginning of
the year and will continue to work on them until
the end of the year.
In addition, during the month of September,
Ritner will be showing the three parade videos
(two from the 25th and one from the 30th) that
were held in celebration of Rossmoor’s anniversaries. Another feature on Post-It will be clippings from the 1960s issues of the Rossmoor
News.
Look for program information in the TV
Guide on the last page of section B each week
in the News.
Channel 28 Studio Coordinator George Ivanov, left, hooks up
the microphone on former GRF President Don Liddle. Liddle
will be one of many residents and staff offering their memories
as part of the “50 Years of Memories” program.
Fitness demonstrations in Sierra Room part of Anniversary events
As a part of Rossmoor Games, some fitness club
• Luk Tung Kuen, 7 to 8 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday,
activities will take place as demonstrations in the Si- Wednesday and Thursday, Sept. 15 through 18
erra Room at Del Valle during Rossmoor’s 50th An• Tai Chi, 9 to 10 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 15
niversary week.
• Keeping Fit, 9 to 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 17
These demonstrations will allow interested resi• Qigong, 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday and Tuesday,
dents to learn more about different forms of exercise Sept. 15 and 16, and Thursday, Sept. 18
offered in Rossmoor. There is no charge for observ• Pickleball (intermediate), 3 to 5:30 p.m. on Tuesing.
day, Sept. 16
Here is the schedule of the demonstrations:
• Pickleball (intermediate), 2 to 3:30 p.m. on
Thursday, Sept. 18
• Pickleball (novice), 2 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday,
Sept. 17
• Pickleball (novice), 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Thursday,
Sept. 18
• Pickleball (advanced), 5 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday,
Sept. 16
• Moving 2 Music, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday,
Sept. 16, and Thursday, Sept. 18
Rossmoor News
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OFFICE HOURS: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
E-MAIL ADDRESS: news@rossmoor.com. News articles and letters to
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newsdesk@rossmoor.com or faxed to 925-988-7862. Articles
and ads cannot be submitted through the website. All emailed
ads and articles will receive a confirmation from News staff.
WEB SITE: www.rossmoor.com and www.rossmoornews.com
STAFF: Editorial: Maureen O’Rourke, Manager
Chrissa Basbas, Editor/Administrative Assistant; Wilma Murray,
Staff Writer/Editor; Cathy Tallyn, Staff Writer/Editor. Production:
Lance Beeson, Kerry Curran, Celeste Fitzsimmons, Production
and Graphic Specialists; Mike DiCarlo, Photographer. Display
Advertising: Darlene Dotson, 988-7809, Account Representative; Cheryl Dillard, 988-7811, Account Representative. Office:
Jacqueline Blaauw, reception, classified and legal advertising.
Contributing Writers: Doug Hergert, Ad Lib and Off the Shelf;
Charles Jarrett, Entertainment Notes; R.S. Korn, Eye on DVDs;
Tom Mader, At Wit’s End; Robert Moon, Modern Classical
CDs;John Nutley, 40 Years Ago.
Volunteers: Tom Fryer, Judie Huse, and Marilyn Allen.
DEADLINES:
• Wednesday at noon – Religion notices and Club Trips
• Thursday at noon – press releases, club news and event
announcements
• Friday at 10 a.m. – Display and classified ads, letters to the
Residents Forum and obituaries
The Rossmoor News is legally adjudicated to publish legal notices and
fictitious business name statements. The News reserves the right to
reject or discontinue advertisements or articles that the manager deems
unsuitable. All articles are subject to editing.
3A
Free Ice
Table Tennis Club hosts open house for 50th Anniversary
Cream Social Residents can
planned for try out sport
Anniversary
In honor of the Rossmoor
One of the major 50th Anniversary events will be the Ice
Cream Social, set for Saturday,
Sept. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. in
the Fireside Room at Gateway.
It will be free and open to all
residents.
A group of volunteers from
the 30s/40s/50s Couples Club
and the Cal Alumni Club, under the direction of 50th Anniversary Committee member
Judy Whitney, will be scooping vanilla, chocolate and
strawberry ice cream into cups
for residents and their families.
In addition, there will be a
tables set up with chocolate
and caramel sauces, sprinkles,
whipped cream and cherries.
The tables will have pitchers of
water and cups.
Residents will be able to sit
at tables inside the clubhouse
or out on Peacock Plaza. There
will be room for 144 people to
sit in the Fireside Room and
over 100 on the plaza. Banjo
Express with Jack Starr will
present the entertainment.
The Ice Cream Social is
sponsored by the Kensington,
a senior living community in
Walnut Creek, which donated
$1,000. The ice cream is being
donated by Rite Aid.
The Fireside Room will be
decorated like an ice cream
parlor and the volunteers will
be dressed as soda jerks.
During the Ice Cream Social, Comcast, which donated
$40,000 to the Anniversary
events, will have a meet-andgreet featuring Karen Grassle,
the actress who played Caroline Ingalls (the mom) from
“Little House on the Prairie,”
a television series that ran from
1974 to 1983.
For information about the
Ice Cream Social, call Whitney
at 287-1113.
50th
Anniversary,
the
Rossmoor Table Tennis Club
(RTTC) will hold an open
house on Friday, Sept. 12,
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the
Table Tennis Clubhouse.
During this time, residents
will be able to try their hand
at a game of table tennis. (For
safety reasons all players
must wear appropriate tennis
shoes).
They can play against a
robot table tennis player or
practice their serves using a
serve net. Use of this equipment will be from 1 to 3 p.m.
Docent led tours of the
building will be available.
RTTC will also hold a
drawing in which three winners will receive a ticket for
Barbara Dagen plays against a robot to practice her table tennis skills while (from left) Song
Chen, Stephan Gartner, Katherine Loh and Ellen Dorfer look on.
the 50th anniversary banquet accompanied by three board served from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
for winners of the games.
members to the banquet.
For information, call StuThe three winners will be
Light refreshments will be art Fox at 939-7316.
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4A
Choral, opera and chamber music
San Francisco Opera
stars perform for 50th performances part of Anniversary fête
Anniversary celebration
Four Rossmoor clubs are planning a pleasant
evening of music for Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary celebration. On Monday, Sept. 15, at
6:30 p.m. two Rossmoor choral groups will sing
popular music from the mid-1960s, and two
Rossmoor clubs will present professional classical entertainment.
The sponsor for this event is Cole Supply Company. The Rossmoor’s Chamber Music Society
and the Opera Club have also donated money to
make this event possible. This musical program
will take place in the Event Center, and no tickets
are required; the program is free. Refreshments
will be served during the intermission.
The program for this evening is outlined below. Note the program below
will differ from the printed
program to be distributed
during Anniversary week.
Harmony, led by Meriel
Ennik, presents music from
the 1960s at 6:30 p.m. Accompanist is Ben Flint.
The Rossmoor Community Chorus, led by Frank
Ryken, features showtunes from the 1960s. Accompanist is Larry Crummer.
There will be in intermission and then at 8
p.m. the Chamber Music Society presents the
Delphi Trio with Liana Berube, violin; Michelle
Kwon, cello; and Jeffrey LaDeur, piano. The trio
will perform Mozart’s Trio in G Major, K. 496.
Following the chamber music concert, the
Opera Club presents two opera singers from the
San Francisco Opera: Bojan Knezevic, bass baritone, and Nicolle Foland, soprano. Accompanist
is Ron Valentino. See accompanying article.
The Rossmoor Opera Club is one of the sponsors of a special Rossmoor 50th Anniversary Classical, Opera and Choral
Performances event featuring two San Francisco Opera stars on
Monday, Sept. 15, at the Event Center. Admission is free and no
ticket is required.
Also on the program will be a trio sponsored by the Chamber Music Society, the Rossmoor choral group Harmony and the
Rossmoor Community Chorus. See separate article for more information. The program starts at 6:30 p.m.
Soprano Nicolle Foland and bass baritone Bojan Knezevic
will present a series of arias and duets in the 30-minute program. They will be accompanied on the piano by Ron Valentino,
well known for his appearances with the San
Francisco Symphony and San Francisco Opera, among others.
Foland will perform arias from operas by
Dvorak, Cilea and Puccini. Knezevic will sing
works by Mozart, Tchaikovsky and Richard
Rodgers. Among the duets will be one from
Mozart’s “Don Giovanni” and Kern/Hammerstein’s “Show Boat.”
Foland, a graduate of the San Francisco Opera Center’s Adler Fellowship program, began
her career with the opera company in major roles in “La Boheme,” “Le Nozze di Figaro,” “Eugene Onegin,” “Die Fledermaus” and “The Merry Widow.”
The Delphi Trio will be presented by the
She has appeared in major roles with the Houston Grand OpRossmoor Chamber Music Society as part of
era, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Seattle Opera, Michigan Opera
the 50th Anniversary Classical, Opera and ChoTheater, Los Angeles Opera, Opera Bilbao in Spain and other
ral Performances program on Monday, Sept. 15.
major companies.
In addition, she has appeared with the San Francisco SymphoResidents are invited to bring their friends
ny, American Symphony Orchestra, Los Angeles Philharmonic,
and enjoy a wonderful evening. This musical
Minnesota Orchestra and Colorado Symphony. A native of Des
program may draw a large crowd, so it is advisMoines, Iowa, Foland earned her undergraduate and master’s
able to carpool to the Event Center.
degrees from the University of Northern Iowa.
Kneszevic has received critical acclaim in the United States
and Europe, as both a bass-baritone and a baritone. He has
appeared in such works as “Wozzeck,” “The Great Gatsby,”
“L’Elixir d’Amore,” “The Cunning Little Vixen,” “Tosca” and
“L’Italiana in Algeri” with the San Francisco Opera.
He is a graduate of the prestigious Merola and Adler programs. His
The News reported last week unit, valued at $5,000, would be ses Productions, is sponsored
operatic career began in his native Yugoslavia, followed by roles in that the Service Champions held at intermission of the “1964 by Service Champions. In adGreece, Romania and Belgium. He now lives in San Francisco.
drawing for the air-conditioning Movie Musicals Musical” show dition to the air-conditioning
on Wednesday, Sept. 17.
unit, Service Champions has
However, the show will not donated $4,000 to cover the
have an intermission, so the cost of the show.
drawing will be at the end of
The tickets to the show were
the show.
free and all 500 have been disThe show, produced by Es- tributed.
Air-conditioning unit drawing will be
held at the end of 1964 musical revue
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5A
Marching bands, horses, cable car, classic cars all part of 50th parade
Rossmoor. There will be vol- moving in the parade. The pa- identified by a parade number.
unteers and a sign at the south- rade route is approximately 1.7
• Parade entrants need to
Also, fire, police, golf carts,
east end of the Safeway park- miles.
make sure that all of the parlot.
• Parade entrants who have ticipants in the parade unit
lots of club members marching ingParade
entrants coming animals must have a handler have these instructions and are
By Maureen O’Rourke
News manager
More than 60 applications
have been received for the
Rossmoor 50th Anniversary
parade set for Saturday, Sept.
20. The parade will be from
10 a.m. to noon and will travel around the nine-hole golf
course.
The parade will have marching bands, horses, classic cars,
recreational vehicles, a float,
cupcake cars and numerous
Rossmoor clubs marching,
driving cars and golf carts,
holding banners, playing music and having a good time.
Some groups will dance their
way through the parade. A police car, fire truck and ambulance will lead the parade.
Parade entrants need to start
lining up by 8:30 a.m. It is early, but the parade organizers
want to be sure that the parade
is ready to go right at 10 a.m.
The parade is made possible
due to a generous donation by
Davis Home Pros. Staff from
Davis Home Pros will be along
the route handing out water.
The company will even provide little American flags for
the spectators.
Letter to entrants
By next week, parade entrants will receive a letter with
their entry number, instructions and the parade route
map. The number will correspond to a number along the
start of the parade route so
the entrants will know where
to line up. Each unit must be
clearly identified by the parade
number, which must be posted
so it can be seen.
There will only be one number per unit. So if a parade entrant has a few cars and several marchers, that entrant will
only have one number. The
person in charge of the entry
needs to inform all the participants in the one unit of the parade number.
Parade entrants will not be
checking in with anyone. They
will go directly to their spot
in the route. Parade entrants
will receive a map showing the
numbering so they will know
where to go. Someone on the
parade committee will come
to parade unit in line and do a
check-in.
The parade entry line begins on Rossmoor Parkway at
Terra California Drive, ready
to move south toward Stanley
Dollar Drive. The first entry
will be located at that point on
the golf-course side of the road.
The rest of the entrants will
line up behind, with the line
snaking back along Rossmoor
Parkway and winding west
onto Golden Rain Road, as far
back on Golden Rain Road as
necessary.
The parade will travel
south along the west lanes of
Rossmoor Parkway, will turn
right on Stanley Dollar Drive,
right on Tice Creek Drive and
end at Gateway parking lot
where the parade participants
will be asked to disperse.
The east lanes of Rossmoor
Parkway will be open for incoming and outgoing traffic.
The golf courses will be
closed for a short time during
the parade so residents watching the parade will not be
hit by errant golf balls. The
Creekside (nine-hole) will
close at 8 a.m. and will not have
a tee time again until 11:30.
The Dollar Ranch Course (18hole) will close at 10 a.m. and
will not have a tee again time
until 11:30.
Parking and getting there
Parade entrants coming
from outside of Rossmoor
will need to park in the Safeway parking lot and catch the
Rossmoor bus to come into
from within Rossmoor should
be advised that parking at
Gateway will be extremely
limited. Entrants and parade
spectators are strongly advised to take
a Rossmoor
bus, park at
Del
Valle,
Creekside
or the Event
Center, walk
or carpool.
Residents can
also park at
Safeway and shuttle over.
Don’t miss out on being in
the parade because there is
no parking. Do not park at St.
Anne’s Church because a wedding is being held at the church
on parade day.
Parade guidelines
• Parade volunteers will instruct entries on when to start
that has the animal under control at all times. The handlers
of the animals are responsible
for cleaning up all waste.
• Do not throw objects
into
the
crowd while
marching in
the parade.
Entrants
may walk
and distribute items,
but cannot
throw items.
No commercial handouts of
any type are allowed.
• Drivers of all vehicles
must have a valid driver’s license.
• Bands must maintain a
forward motion at all times
unless the parade stops ahead
of them.
• All units must be clearly
clear on what they are to do.
Spectators
Parade spectators are invited to line up along the west
side of Rossmoor Parkway,
along Stanley Dollar Drive,
both sides of Tice Creek Drive
and the south side of Golden
Rain Road by Gateway Clubhouse.
Spectators are encouraged
to walk down or take a bus and
avoid bringing a car to Gateway. Parking will be extremely limited. Spectators can also
park at Creekside, the Event
Center and Dollar Clubhouse.
Spectators are encouraged to
have folding chairs to set up
along the route.
Parade participants who
need information should call
50th Anniversary Parade
Committee
Chairwoman
Claire LeVine at 708-5761.
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The Rossmoor Scholarship Foundation, a 501(c)3 non-profit,
celebrates 48 years of partnership with Rossmoor residents
providing college scholarships to graduating students from Acalanes
(Lafayette), College Park (Pleasant Hill), Concord, Mt. Diablo and
Ygnacio Valley (Concord), and Las Lomas and Northgate (Walnut
Creek) high schools, and Diablo Valley College (Pleasant Hill).
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assist needy college-bound students living in the area.
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Make checks payable to Rossmoor Scholarship Foundation and
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or leave at the Administration Office at Gateway.
College costs are now rising
faster than ever. The students
need your help. We appreciate
the generous support you have
given in the past.
Please complete this coupon
and give generously.
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6A
All residents invited to take part in 50th Golf Experience Catch folk
Sutter Health to give golf towel and lunch to first 150 participants dancing event
Golfers – and nongolfers little competitive in a fun way
The third is a short-game
Participants will also receive for 50th
– are invited to celebrate the and possibly score a prize (or, challenge in the practice area. free special 50th Anniversary
game of golf and the commu- at the very least, a free lunch). Nine holes of between 10 and golf balls donated by Sue Choe Anniversary
nity simultaneously at the 50th
No golf skills are needed to 30 yards will be marked off for of Better Homes Realty.
Anniversary Golf Experience
set for Monday, Sept. 15, from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This event is sponsored by
Better Health East Bay/Sutter
Health, which gave a $11,500
donations. Sutter Health will
give away a free golf towel to
the first 150 participants.
This golf event is an opportunity for residents to get a
participate in the three events
that will be held simultaneously. No reservations necessary–
just show up.
One event is an 18-hole putting competition that will be
held near the first tee of the
Dollar Ranch Golf Course.
Another is an accuracy contest (with targets) at the driving range.
play. This will be a little like
miniature golf.
Residents who don’t know the
golf courses well enough to know
where these events are located
should check in at the Pro Shop.
Golf pros and members of all
four Rossmoor golf clubs will
be on hand to help with events,
to advise and to pass out information on club membership.
The first 150 participants
will be given a ticket for a free
lunch on the patio. The lunch
will be hot dogs and chicken
burgers with accompaniments,
all catered by Creekside Grill
and paid for by Better Health
East Bay/Sutter Health. The
Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club
will also cover some of the
costs of this event.
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Rossmoor’s folk dancers invite residents to watch them or
join them in an authentic ethnic dance. No partner is needed. Drop by the Fitness Center
on Wednesday, Sept. 17, or Friday, Sept. 19, at 1:45p.m.
Friendly dancers will share
their enthusiasm for dancing
the traditional dances of many
countries.
The club has met twice a
week for more than 15 years.
Newcomers are welcome.
Light refreshment will be
available.
For information, call the
club president, Judy Gordon at
938-2525.
Rossmoor
Realty gives
tote bag and
$1,000 prize
chance for 50th
Continued from page 1A
The bag is courtesy of
Rossmoor Realty and the contest is sponsored by the company’s employees who raised
the prize money amongst
themselves. The sales force
and other staff wanted to be
involved with the celebration.
Anniversary Committee
member S.Y. Huang suggested
that there be a tote bag giveaway as part of the Anniversary celebration. The committee had considered commemorative mugs, pins and other
things, but agreed the bag was
the best idea.
Rossmoor Realty was eager
to be part of the anniversary
celebration by sponsoring the
bags.
“We’ve been around almost
as long as Rossmoor,” said
Barbara Russell, co-owner.
“My father-in-law, John H.
Russell Sr., opened the first
office in 1967.”
The outside of the lightweight bag has the Rossmoor
50th anniversary logo and that
of the realty company.
“They’re more than a keepsake,” said Chuck Lamb, sales
manager. “They’re useful.”
The totes are big enough
to be used as a gym bag or to
hold groceries, among other
things. The timing of the bag
give-away just happens to coincide with the city of Walnut
Creek’s ban on plastic shopping bags, which goes into effect Thursday, Sept. 18.
The outside of the bag has
two pockets – one is just the
right size to hold a water bottle.
The entry forms must be received by Rossmoor Realty by
Monday, Sept. 22.
Only one entry per person
is allowed and the winner
must be a Rossmoor resident.
The drawing will be Tuesday,
Sept. 23.
7A
Shakespeare Society presents Art Association Anniversary exhibit
films, actress and cake at
open to contributors – deadline is Saturday
In conjunction with Rossmoor’s 50th Anni- 20, in Peacock Plaza, and then remove the
50th Anniversary event
versary celebration, the Rossmoor Art Associ- paintings by 5 p.m. that same day.
The Rossmoor Shakespeare
Society, as its contribution to
Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary,
will present a program of three
films plus a live performance.
The four offerings together
will comprise a program of an
hour and a
half and will
be presented twice, at
2 and 7 p.m.
on Tuesday,
Sept. 16, in
the
Event
Center.
The first
film, eight minutes long, is
“The Day Shakespeare Moved
Into Rossmoor.” A comical,
colorful story is told to music
by Mozart and Cole Porter.
The second film, “The
Rossmoor Shakespeare Society” (14 minutes long, also
with music), portrays the club’s
members and its activities over
the years.
The third film, 25 minutes
long, is an animated version of
“Hamlet.”
Following the three films will
be a short humorous play titled
“The Woman
Who Hated
Shakespeare.”
Written and
directed by
James Keller,
the one-woman show stars
Susannah
Wood.
While Rossmoor celebrates
its 50th Anniversary, the world
celebrates the 450th anniversary of the birth of William
Shakespeare. To mark these
occasions, a large birthday
cake will be served.
All Rossmoor residents and
their guests are welcome.
ation (RAA) will present an outdoor art show
in Peacock Plaza on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 11
a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration forms are available
in the email that was sent to the membership or
hard copies can be picked up at Studio 1.
The exhibition fee is $15 per 3x6 panel,
which has two usable sides, and includes hardware necessary for mounting on the panel. Final
deadline for entry is Saturday, Sept. 6.
All artists are required to be on site for a minimum of two hours for the duration of the event.
All artwork must be prepared to hang with
wire, labeled on the back of the painting with
the artist’s name and phone number, the medium, the title of the painting, and the cost. Similar labels to be placed beside the painting on the
display panel will be provided. No work framed
behind glass will be permitted.
Each artist will be responsible for hanging
and removing their work, and should bring and
hang their work by 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept.
Artists should prepare a list of their work,
including title, medium, name, phone number
and price of painting. This list must be placed
in the RAA mailbox at Gateway no later than
Wednesday, Sept. 10. Add “attention: Anna
George.”
Artists who give an additional one to two
hours for set-up or tear down will be refunded
the registration fee. Those who are willing to
donate a piece of artwork for raffle will also be
refunded the fee.
No sales will be permitted during the art
show; however, the studio will be open on Sunday, Sept. 21, for additional exhibits and sales.
Each artist wanting to exhibit and sell their
work at this Sunday show will be responsible
hanging their own work and for attending their
work while it is on display in the studio on Sunday, Sept 21.
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Ashmoleans will open Anniversary Interfaith Council’s 50th
celebration with songs from the ’60s Anniversary event features
All Rossmoor residents are
invited to the 50th Anniversary Opening Ceremonies on
Sunday, Sept. 14, at 2:30 p.m.
in the Event Center.
There will be an invitation
only pre-reception for
dignitaries
and longtime
Rossmoor
residents at
1:30
p.m.
The doors
will open for
the general
population at 2:30 when the
program will begin.
The master of ceremonies
will be Dan Ashley of ABC7
News. There will be a program
that includes the Ashmolean
Singers, Jim Jardine, accompanied by Dennis and Jennifer
Johnsen, singing an “original”
Rossmoor song and a Poet-
ry Club reading. Rossmoor’s
longtime residents will be recognized.
In addition, dignitaries
will speak, including Walnut
Creek Mayor Kristina Lawson; Contra
Costa County Supervisor
Candace Andersen; Heidi Cortese,
daughter of
Ross
Cortese, Rossmoor’s original developer; GRF President
Diane Guilfoy; CEO Warren
Salmons and Rossmoor Historian John Nutley.
The Ashmoleans will open
the program with four songs
from the 1960s: “Everything’s
Coming Up Roses,” “Sunrise,
Sunset,” “What a Wonderful
World,” and “The Sound of
Music” medley.
The Ashmoleans will take
a break while Jardine’s group
performs, poetry is read and
dignitaries make brief talks.
The Ashmoleans return
to sing an “Oliver!” medley,
“Moon River” and “The Impossible Dream.” A special
quartet of the Ashmoleans,
Larry Chizmar, Bertha Messina, Joan Hughes and Sandy
Hughes, will present a lively
“California Dreamin’” number.
This program is free and
has the capacity to seat 500
people. No ticket is required.
speaker, music and art
The Rossmoor Interfaith
Council’s 3 p.m. service on
Sunday, Sept. 21, celebrating
Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary
and the United Nations Peace
Day, will include many facets
of interest to Rossmoor residents.
The service, featuring a talk
by Father Tom Bonacci in the
Tahoe Room at the Event Center, will include music from
different faith streams.
Dr. Ejaz Naqvi will offer the
Muslim call to prayer; B’nai
Israel cantor Rachel Brott will
sing Hebrew prayers of peace
and healing; the Threshold
Choir will sing songs of peace;
and Sheila Wilkins, music director of St. Anne’s, will play
two pieces that everyone can
join in singing. All are welcome to this free event and refreshments will be served.
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of workshops that open the
door to better interfaith relations.
A Roman Catholic priest,
Bonacci is a scriptural scholar
who has developed adult education and deacon formation
programs for San Francisco,
Atlanta, New York City, Pittsburgh and Sacramento. He
taught sacred scripture and
was campus minister at Carlow University, in Pittsburgh,
Penn., where he founded the
Interfaith Sanctuary for students.
Along with his interfaith
ministry, Bonacci is dedicated to serving victims of poverty, people dealing with HIV/
AIDS, and those recovering
from drugs and alcohol.
Interfaith art and
sacred book display
Next door, in the Donner
Room, the council will welcome people to a unique interfaith art and sacred book display, the only one of its kind in
the East Bay. The display will
be open at 1:30 p.m.
One of the themes of the
show is the similarities that
exist between all faiths: renewal from reading sacred
books; reverence for holy figures; spiritual pilgrimages and
prayer. The display also allows
people to become familiar
with sacred books, objects and
art work from many faith traditions. Participants can hold
a Koran, a Jewish Bible, Mary
Baker Eddy’s book interpreting scripture, and a Bah’ai
Holy Book.
Many of the pieces shown
are rare and of museum quality, borrowed from personal
collections, making them too
fragile to touch, but wonderful
to experience.
service or the art show, call Interfaith Council President Susie Kohl at 451-0668
Lost and found
Lost something? Check
the Redwood Room between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
Monday through Friday.
Ask one of the volunteers
at the café to open the lostand-found cabinet.
Items left at the swimming pools, Fitness Center or the golf course will
remain at those locations,
however. Ask staff for help.
Valuables (wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry) are
kept in the Recreation Department.
FWCM news
Turnier is
new FWCM
director
As Sue Adams termed out
on the Board of Directors of
First Walnut Creek Mutual.
this left a vacancy in District 3.
Nancy Turnier submitted
her nominating petition by
the deadline of Aug. 21, was
declared qualified to run and
was approved by acclamation
of the membership pursuant to
First Mutual’s bylaws. She will
be seated on the board at the
annual meeting.
FWCM bylaws
approved
First Walnut Creek Mutual would like to announce
that the second amended and
restated bylaws have been approved by the membership. Of
the official ballots returned, 93
percent voted for the bylaws.
The board of directors
would like to thank the membership for its participation.
The new policies were
mailed Aug. 27 with the approved bylaws. The board welcomes any membership comments regarding the policy
changes at the Friday, Sept. 26,
regular board meeting.
9A
GRF budget workshops on Tuesday, Wednesday
community workshop of the
GRF Board and the GRF Finance Committee on Tuesday
and Wednesday, Sept. 9 and
10, at 9 a.m. in the Fireside
Room.
The Finance Committee
will meet on Monday, Sept. 22,
at 12:30 p.m. in Multipurpose
Room 2 at Gateway to establish
final budget recommendations
for the GRF Board. Then, the
GRF Board will discuss, make
final changes and approve
the 2015 budget at its regular
meeting on Wednesday, Sept.
24, at 9 a.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway (note that changes to
dates are due to the Rosh Hashanah holiday).
The Mutual budgets are prepared separately and will not
be discussed at any of these
meetings.
All meetings are open to all
residents. There will be a residents’ forum at the Sept. 9 and
10 meetings before the official
presentation begins.
Department budgets will be
presented on the first day on
the following schedule:
• Executive Services presented
by Senior Manager Paulette
Jones
• Legal and Human Resources presented by General
Counsel Tony Grafals and
Human Resources Manager
Judith Perkins
• Public Safety and Securitas
presented by Public Safety
Manager Dennis Bell
• Bus Transportation presented
by Resident Services Director Jeff Matheson
• Counseling Services presented by Grafals
• Accounting presented by
CFO Rick Chakoff
• Information Technology presented by Chakoff and IT
Manager Debi Tallerico
• Handyman Service presented
by Director of Mutual Oper-
ations Paul Donner
• Recreation presented by
Matheson
• Aquatics presented by Matheson
• Fitness Center presented by
Matheson
• Golf Courses presented by
Director of Golf Mark Heptig
• Bowling greens presented by
Heptig
• Pro Shop presented by Heptig
• Vehicle Maintenance presented by Matheson
• Landscape Maintenance presented by Donner
• Custodial Services presented
by Matheson
• Rossmoor News and Rossmoor Channel 28 presented
by Maureen O’Rourke
• Unallocated/general services
presented by Chakoff.
After department presentations, there will be a recess
until the next day at which
time the following will be discussed:
• New programs and program
augmentation
• Program modifications
• New and increased revenue
and program cost recovery
• Pension plan contribution
• Trust facility/property maintenance
• Operating cash
On both days, members
of the Board and the Finance
Committee will have questions
and will make remarks about
the budget. Salmons will present a budget message and Chakoff will present the budget
summary.
Residents are reminded to clean
up after all pets in Rossmoor.
10A
Republicans will hear about capitalism Scholars need dollars –
and the poor from professor on Sept. 10 Scholarship Foundation
For its September gathering,
the Republican Club will meet
on a different day (instead of
the third Tuesday) to host Professor Gary Wolfram. The
meeting will be held Wednesday, Sept. 10 in the Event Center.
The Communist Manifesto
of 1848 promises utopia but
has instead delivered totalitarianism, poverty and misery, yet
many of the tenets of this ideology endure. Wolfram is the
author of “A Capitalist Manifesto,” which addresses these
issues. His topic for the Republican Club meeting is, “Is Capitalism Good for the Poor?”
Wolfram is the William E.
Simon professor of economics
and public policy and director of economics at Hillsdale
College in Michigan, an institution that features a departmental emphasis on the United States Constitution, history
and culture.
The evening begins at 5:15
p.m. with a social hour, including hors d’oeuvres and a hosted wine and beer bar in the
Donner Room.
Dinner is served in the
Tahoe Room at 6. The menu
includes
spinach
salad,
slow-roasted chicken, vegetables and mashed cheddar potatoes, with peach cobbler for
dessert. The vegetarian entrée
is stuffed zucchini.
The cost of the evening is
$26 for members and $28 for
nonmembers. The dinner will
be served by Creekside Grill,
the club’s new caterer.
Robin Miller, DDS, MSW
To hear the speaker without the dinner, the cost is $5
per person. Reservations are
required; walk-ins cannot be
accommodated. Those attending for the speaker only should
arrive by 6:50.
An event registration form
is included in the Rossmoor
Republican, which is distributed to all club members each
month. Reservations, with
checks payable to the Republican Club of Rossmoor, should
be mailed to Republican Club
of Rossmoor, 1001 Golden
Rain Road. Alternatively, they
may be hand-delivered to the
Republican Club mailbox in
the Gateway Administration
Building.
All reservations must be
received by noon, Thursday,
Sept. 4.
For additional information
call 937-0125.
fund drive kicks off
By Steve Hughes
President, Rossmoor Scholarship
Foundation
Today is the first day of this
year’s Rossmoor Scholarship
Foundation annual fund drive,
the Scholars Need Dollars
campaign. This is the 49th
year of this scholarship drive
and the foundation trustees
hope Rossmoor residents will
give as generously as they
have in the past.
Students receiving scholarships will be selected from
Acalanes, College Park, Concord, Las Lomas, Mt. Diablo,
Northgate and Ygnacio Valley
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Those who aren’t using the
coupon may send donations
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Foundation, P.O. Box 2056,
Walnut Creek 94595.
Donations of any size are
welcome. Memorial contributions or bequests made
through trusts or wills are encouraged.
Every year of the scholarship program, it becomes
more apparent that these
awards make a difference in
the lives of young students.
Karina Montoya, a previous
scholarship recipient, wrote,
“I am very honored to be chosen as one of the recipients
of the Rossmoor scholarship.
Financially it has been a difficult year, but this wonderful
award will assist me in becoming the successful social
worker I plan to be.”
Considering the high cost
of a college education, it is
obvious that every dollar is
important.
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Activities
Council
resumes
The Activities Council
resumes its regular meetings
on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 9 a.m.
in the Fireside Room at Gateway.
The topic is of special interest to all Rossmoor organizations and their members:
the insurance coverage that
each group purchases through
the Activities Council.
Meetings feature a speaker of interest to Rossmoor’s
clubs and organizations.
Helpful news and information is also given. This is a
forum where concerns can
be voiced and questions answered.
The schedule for 201415 is Oct. 21; Dec. 16; Feb.
17; April 21; and June 16.
All meetings are held in the
Fireside Room, with coffee
and donuts at 9 a.m. followed
by a brief business meeting,
the speaker of the day and a
question-and-answer session.
11A
Rossmoor CERT prepares for October drill
The next Rossmoor Area
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) meeting
will be on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at
10 a.m. in the Vista Room at
Hillside Clubhouse. Rossmoor
residents are invited to learn
more about the community’s
emergency response preparations through CERT.
Rossmoor CERT’s Carl
Pischke said that the recent
6.1 magnitude earthquake in
American Canyon/Napa on
Aug. 24 reinforces the need
for people to be ready for such
emergencies and events.
At this meeting, Rossmoor
CERT Leaders will continue
to gear up for the Saturday,
Oct. 25 Walnut Creek CERT
graduation drill in Rossmoor.
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12A
Entry coordinator seminar offered Get tickets online – not
An informational seminar
for entry coordinators, their
assistants and would-be entry coordinators is on Friday,
Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to noon
in Fairway rooms A and B at
Creekside. The session will be
led by Colene Trinterud.
This program is under the
auspices of the Emergency Preparedness Organization (EPO).
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help residents prepare for an
emergency and to train resi-
dents to become entry coordinators. Trinterud has led EPO
seminars for entry coordinators
for the last four years.
There will also be a short presentation on personal preparedness by Mark Forrette, emergency preparedness coordinator for
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Trinterud will emphasize that entry coordination
is a team effort and assistants
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the primary coordinator is not
working alone.
welcome. No reservations are
required.
For information, call Sheila
Gorsuch at 256-9546.
Cindy Silva speaks to Community Club
Cindy Silva, two-time mayor
of Walnut Creek and presently
a City Council member, will
be the Community Club’s first
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Rossmoor’s first A r t &
Wine event, benefitting Hospice of the East Bay, will be
held on Monday, Oct. 6,
from 1 to 5 p.m.
Tickets may be purchased
online at the Hospice of the
East Bay website: www.hospiceeastbay.org/artandwine.
Pr int out a receipt, which
will act as the ticket.
The general ticket donation is $30.
Attendees will be greeted in the foyer of the Event
Center with a wine glass and
wine bag.
The rest of the afternoon
will include savor y appetizers and tasting of a va-
riety of wines from numerous vintners such as Robert
Hall, La Crema, Marysville,
Cliff Wine and more.
Enjoy the exhibits and
interact with Rossmoor’s
finest artists and photographers and take part in a special silent auction.
VIP tickets, at a donation
of $80, a re also available
th rough the Hospice of the
East Bay website.
VIP participants may arr ive at noon for a pr ivate
hour of food and wine pairings, specialty appetizers
and a presentation from a
vintner’s ambassador.
VIPs may also per use
the silent auction offerings
in advance of the general
opening at 1.
Sponsors
Event sponsors include
Rossmoor Realty, Cha rles
Schwab of Walnut Creek,
Home Ca re Assistance,
W hole Foods of Walnut
Creek and Neptune Society
of Northern California.
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of
Hospice
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or visit the event website
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Board, Mutual and Committee
Meeting Dates
All Golden Rain Foundation, Mutual and committee meetings
listed here are open to Rossmoor residents. Meeting times
and locations are subject to change. For information on GRF
Board meetings, call Senior Manager of Executive Services
Paulette Jones at 988-7711; for information on Third Mutual
meetings, call Sharon Fees at 988-7718; and for information
on all other Mutual meetings, call Anne Paone at 988-7775.
Sept. 4: Third Mutual governing documents.... 9:30 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 8: Third Mutual board.................................. 9 a.m.
Peacock Hall, Gateway (note change
Sept. 8: Mutual 22 quarterly.................................10 a.m.
Club 22 on Terra Granada Drive
Sept. 9: GRF Board/ Finance Committee.............. 9 a.m.
Joint GRF 2015 budget meeting
Fireside Room, Gateway
Sept. 9: First Mutual new resident orientation....10 a.m.
Donner Room, Event Center
Sept. 9: Mutual 59 board................................... 1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 10: GRF Board/Finance Committee.............. 9 a.m.
Joint GRF 2015 budget meeting
Sept. 11: Aquatics Advisory Committee............. 1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 12: Golf Advisory Committee......................... 9 a.m.
Sept. 12: Trust Agreement Rev/Revision Com... 9:30 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 12: GRF Compensation Committee........... 1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept.15: Mutual 29 board................................... 9:30 a.m.
Multipurpose Room 3, Gateway
Sept. 15: Fourth Mutual board........................... 1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 17: Fitness Center Advisory Committee... 9:30 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 17: Mutual 30 annual meeting................... 9:30 a.m.
Fairway Room, Creekside
Sept. 17: Mutual 48 board........................................ 2 p.m.
Mutual Operations meeting room
Sept. 18: Second Mutual board................................ 9 a.m.
Peacock Hall, Gateway
Sept. 18: Mutual 70 Finance Committee............... 10 a.m...
Mulligan Room, Creekside
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 19: Fifth Mutual board...................................11 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 19 GRF Audit Committee......................... 1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
Sept. 22: GRF Finance Committee....................12:30 p.m.
Multipurpose Room 2, Gateway
Board Room, Gateway
Mutual 30
to hold
annual
meeting
The 42nd annual meeting
of the membership of Mutual
30 will be held on Wednesday,
Sept. 17, at 9:30 a.m. in the
Fairway rooms at Creekside.
Incumbent Harriet-Lee
Keller was re-elected by acclamation of the membership
to serve on the board for another three-year term.
Mutual 30 members are encouraged to attend this annual
event to hear reports from officers and committees, to offer
their input and comments, and
to bring any other business
that may rightfully come before the assemblage.
As a celebration of the Mutual’s 42nd year, light refreshments will be served.
There will be an election for one director on the board of Walnut Creek Mutual 56
(Lakeshire) for a three-year term.
This position is currently held by Claudia
Edwards, who is eligible to run for another
term.
Any other member in good standing who
wishes to submit his or her name for membership on the board should contact Board Services Coordinator Anne Paone at 988-7775
in the Mutuals’ Board Office in Gateway by
Friday, Sept. 12.
Each candidate should submit a written notice of intent to run. The statement should be
no more than 300 words and should express
the candidate’s qualifications and interest in
serving on the board.
If there are two or more candidates, the
election for the director will take place by
ballot and will be distributed to members at
least 30 days prior to the annual meeting on
Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 9:30 a.m. in the Vista
Room at Hillside. The winning candidate will
be seated at the annual meeting.
If there is only one candidate, that person
will be approved by acclamation of the membership and will be seated at the annual meeting.
More information will follow in the weeks
prior to the annual meeting.
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County Connection has redesigned its bus routes and the bus
stop on Newell Avenue in front of Whole Foods Market has
closed. The new bus stop location is on Newell Avenue, just north
of Broadway (across Broadway from the previous location).
It is expected that permanent bus stop fixtures will be installed
at the new location in the near future.
Effective Monday, Sept. 1, the Green Line, as well as all
Rossmoor buses will be using the new bus stop location.
For information, call Rossmoor Bus Transportation at 9887670.
Tax-Aide volunteers needed
The Contra Costa County AARP Tax-Aide program needs
volunteers to become members of a team providing free tax
preparation for individuals of all ages.
Tax-Aide volunteer positions include tax counselors who are
trained by Tax-Aide and certified by the IRS and client facilitators who schedule appointments and assist clients at tax sites.
Orientation is in November and classes for tax counselors
start in January.
Registration for volunteers is Monday, Sept. 1, through Friday,
Oct. 31. For information and to apply, call LaVerne Gordon at
726-3199.
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Rossmoor will honor almost 100 volunteers who
have helped the club during
the past year on Wednesday,
Sept. 11.
Their help has included
voter registration, telephone
banking, community services
and helping with social events
held by the club.
Those honored are invited to an ice cream social to
be held in Dollar Clubhouse
at 3 pm. A special guest pianist, Gary Neuman, will
perform songs of the 1960s
after which all will feast on
ice cream, toppings and fruit.
Those so honored include
Joy Alaidarous, Kerin Baker, Judy Bank, Betty Barron,
Sue Basso, Mitzi and George
Bray, Joyce Brock, Donalo
Cairns, Katie Dairns, Marilyn Campbell, Judy Canepa,
Cash, Diddo Clark, Larry
Crummer, Barbara Dagen,
Marilyn Davin, Sue DeCarlo, Emily Ehm, Roger Ehm,
Katherine Evans, Susan Eveleth, Barbara Farhner, Helen
Field, Diana Fivey, Jon Foyt,
Bobby Frankel, Eva Fredericks, Susan French, Jeanne
Gelwicks, Sue Gerson, Jean
Geyer, John Geyer, Mathilda Gonzalez, Jeanine Goodshaw, Betty Gray, Walter
Gray, Alice Griffith, Gary
Hansen, Margaret Hansen,
Lee Herschman, Helen Hillman, Judith Hoppe and Rose
Jackson.
Also Marie Kahn, Shirley
Kaiser, Debra Kass, Carlyn
Kramer, Gwen Kilgour, Janet Largon, Mary Lembke,
Bud Lembke, Shirley Loret,
Helene Magen, Rose Maggi,
Marlene Marcus, Elaine Mc-
Stephen McGrath, Irene
McKeever, Helen Munch,
Andy Okomoto, David Olson,
Dolores Olson, Bill Oman,
Carl Pearl, Gloria Price, Carolyn Priest, Melle Rosen,
Eldon Rowe, Carla Rosenlicht, Willie Sanderson, Otto
Schnepp, Colleen Scully,
Patsy Sharaf, Phyllis Sheller,
Stephen Shields, Jane Stallings, Alex Thomson, Virginia Thomson, Nancy Thursby, Anita Vandenberg, Bev
Walker, Jane Walter, Cindy
Ware, Jim Ware, Betty Wass,
Sandy Weber, Carol Weed,
Sandy Weber, Carol Weed,
Maggie Weisenberger, Fran
Westbrook, Jane Williams,
Bari Winchell, Marilyn Wilson, Peggy York.
event, call Emily Ehm 9437610.
Rossmoor Fund is there for residents
The Rossmoor Fund stands ready to assist the Rossmoor com munity in va r ious
ways as needed. Grants to individuals may
be available for significant, unanticipated
expenses.
These are intended to help with emergencies, such as medical expenses and equipment, dental care, eye glasses, temporary
caregiving, ambulance services, orthopedics,
etc.
Such grants are typically limited to those
whose annual income is less than $23,340 (or
two-person households with combined income under $31,400), other assets are also
taken into account.
Anyone who needs and qualifies for such
assistance may contact the Rossmoor Fund at
567-3863 to request a one-page application.
Counseling Services, 988-7750, can also supply the application, as well as help completing the form.
The Rossmoor Fund board meets twice
each month, so it can respond quickly and
confidentially to requests.
Grants may also be available to organizations within the community that provide services to residents of Rossmoor.
Both the individual grant application and
information on the application process for organizations can be found on the Rossmoor
Fund website, RossmoorFund.org, or by calling 567-3863.
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Napa earthquake a wakeup
call to be better prepared
on Sunday morning,” said Doug
Hipsley, Third Mutual director
and member of its Emergency
Preparedness Committee.
“Most of us here in
Rossmoor only felt a roll, but
in Napa, there was a significant
amount of damage,” said Mark
Forrette, Third Mutual Emergency Preparedness Committee member.
He noted injuries, fire, significant damage to buildings
and disruption of services, including lack of electricity and
water.
“That was only 27 miles
from here … and it was six
miles below the surface,” Forrette said. “Get involved and
get ready.”
The keynote speaker was
Capt. George Laing, a fire
marshal with the Contra Costa
County Fire Protection District.
There have been more than
100 structure fires in Rossmoor
since 2006, he said. Fire took
out an entire building and cost
the life of a resident.
”This isn’t intended to scare
you. It’s to help you to get prepared,” Laing said.
He spent about an hour-and-
News photos by Mike DiCarlo
Firefighter Hugh Marquez, left, talks about fire suppression with residents Mary England, Brad
Waite, Judy Lowe and Lee Murphy with Darcy Maupin, fire inspector.
a-half talking about fire prevention and safety. The topics
included kitchen, electrical and
space heater safety; the hazards of clutter and smoking;
and wildfires. Laing also answered audience questions.
Residents should have working smoke detectors, which
should be replaced every 10
The seminar was organized by, from left, Dennis Bell, Rossmoor years, he said. Carbon monPublic Safety manager as well as Joy Alaidarous, Doug Hipsley oxide alarms should also be in
and Mark Forrette of Third Mutual.
every manor.
And, what should residents
do if there’s a fire in their manor?
“Get out, close the door and
call 911,” he said. “When in
doubt, get out. Don’t wait for
someone to tell you to go.”
Residents should have a
home escape plan and he offered tips to preparing one.
Leave firefighting to trained
firefighters, he said.
Capt. George Laing, at right,
talked about fire prevention.
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Shadelands in honor of city’s Centennial
What was it like to wash clothes in a tub outdoors and hang them on a clothesline? How did
people clean their rugs without electric vacuum
cleaners? What were bathrooms like in 1914?
Experience firsthand what daily Walnut Creek
life was like 100 years ago at the special “Ranching in the Valley” free event at Shadelands Ranch
Museum, 2660 Ygnacio Valley Rd., Walnut
Creek on Sunday, Sept. 21, from noon to 4 p.m.
Among the “living history” activities, visitors will meet the first owners of the house – the
Penniman family. Learn about the daily challenges of life on a Walnut Creek ranch, tour the
main house and the Japanese workers’ cabin
and participate in chores and games. Light refreshments will be available for sale.
The special living history event is part of this
year’s Centennial presentation of One City, One
Book: Walnut Creek Reads and is co-sponsored
by the Walnut Creek Historical Society. Informa-
tion about the programs of the Historical Society
is available at www.walnutcreekhistory.info.
One City One Book: Walnut Creek Reads is
a citywide book club that encourages the community to read the selection and participate in a
series of events that celebrate the book. To pay
homage to Walnut Creek’s farming and ranching roots in this Centennial year, the selection
for the 2014 program is John Steinbeck’s “The
Pastures of Heaven.”
First published in 1932, the book consists of
interconnected stories about a small, beautiful
agrarian valley located near Salinas and Monterey –one that is similar to Walnut Creek in the
early 1900s. Copies of “The Pastures of Heaven” are available at both public libraries, online through www.ccclib.org, at the Rossmoor This is how rugs were cleaned before vacuum cleaners came on
Library and through local bookstores. Learn the scene. Learn more about life on the Shadelands ranch at the
about other One City, One Book programs this living history event.
fall at: www.wclibrary.org/one-city-one-book/.
Security Reports
F RO M S e c u r i tas
The following are the major
incidents reported to Securitas, Rossmoor’s security service provider.
Thursday, Aug. 21
Theft: A resident reported
she left her purse in an unlocked locker at the Del Valle
pool and returned the next day
to find it gone.
Saturday, Aug. 23
Accident: Just after 6 p.m.,
a pedestrian, an 86-year-old
female resident, was in the
crosswalk at the intersection
on Golden Rain Road and Tice
Creek Drive when she was
struck by a vehicle driven by a
66 year old resident. The vehi-
cle appeared to have been driven at a relatively low speed as
it accelerated from a stop. The
female pedestrian was transported to John Muir Hospital
with moderate injuries and her
current condition is unknown.
The accident investigation
is conducted by the Walnut
Creek Police.
Monday, Aug. 25
Theft: An Autumnwood resident reported a three-wheeled
red scooter was taken from his
underground parking sometime between the night of Aug.
24 and the morning of Aug. 25.
The scooter was not locked.
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BELINDA AND RALPH HYLINSKI moved
to Terra Granada Drive in August.
Belinda is from Washington D.C. and has also
lived in Alamo. She attended Vassar College and
is an attorney. Her hobbies and special interests
include the Oakland Athletics and Daughters
of the American Revolution (DAR). She wrote
“Contract Year: a Baseball Novel.”
Ralph is from Ohio and he attended Ohio State
University.
LOU ANNE WHITLEY moved to Golden
Rain Road in August. She is from Woodland
and has also lived in San Francisco, Connecticut, London, New York City, New Jersey, Oakland and San Ramon. Lou Anne attended CSU
San Francisco, UC San Francisco and St. Francis Medical Center School of Nursing. She used
to work at St. Luke’s Hospital and for Alameda
County, health care. Her hobbies and special interests include hiking, birding, exercising and
reading. She is a member of Hayward Hiking
Club and Ohlone Audubon.
SATYA RAY moved to Singingwood Court
in July. She is from India and has also lived in
Boston and Concord. Satya received two bachelor’s degrees in India and a master’s degree from
the United States. She used to work for Lockheed Martin. She enjoys bridge, traveling, meeting new people and trying international foods,
and she is ex-commissioner and chairwoman of
community service commission for the city of
Concord.
KATHERINE LOH moved to Singingwood
Court in July. She is from China and has also lived
in Washington D.C. Katherine attended Indiana
University and George Washington University,
and she used to work for The Library of Congress.
Her hobbies and special interests include bridge,
hiking, dancing, table tennis and exercising. She
is a member of Boomers Club, Hiking Club and
Bridge Club.
JANE NORBECK moved to Ptarmigan Drive
in July. She is from South Dakota and has lived
most of her adult life in San Francisco. She attended University of Minnesota and UC San Francisco. She is a retired professor and Dean Emeritus School of Nursing at UC San Francisco. Jane
enjoys playing the piano, traveling, Asian art, concerts, the opera and theater.
CYNTHIA MCMILLEN moved to Avenida
Sevilla in July. She is from Washington D.C. and
has also lived in Paraguay, Argentina, Portland,
Seattle and Atherton. Cynthia attended UC Berkeley and Saint Mary’s College. She worked for Pan
American reservations, Cooly Godward LLC and
Galvants DMC. She enjoys traveling and classic
yachting. Cynthia is a member of Junior League
of Oakland-East Bay, Golden Gate Yacht Club and
Classic Yacht Association.
FRANK AND SUSAN BRYANT moved to
Terra California Drive in June.
Frank is from Elko, Nev. and has also lived in
Berkeley and Walnut Creek. He is a former architect.
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Susan is from Oakland and has also lived in
Berkeley and Walnut Creek. She attended CSU
East Bay, and she is a retired teacher.
JACKLYN SCHUCHUARDT moved to
Saklan Indian Drive in August. She is from Lodi
and has also lived in San Leandro, Berkeley, Oakland, Alameda, Walnut Creek and Clayton. She
attended Samuel Merritt School of Nursing, CSU
East Bay, CSU Stanislaus and CSU San Francisco.
Jacklyn used to work for John Muir Health in the
surgery department. She makes and sells aroma
beads and fragrances, and she volunteers at Concord Food Bank. She enjoys travel, the San Francisco Giants and wine tasting. Jacklyn is a member of the Association of Perioperative nurses and
Advanced Practice Assembly.
STEPHEN GAERTNER AND BARBARA
COHEN moved to Ptarmigan Drive in July.
Stephen is from Hamburg, Germany and has
also lived in Davos, Switzerland and Prague,
Czech Republic. He attended Technical University in Prague, and he used to work for Bay Area
refineries as a systems engineer. Stephen is now
retired. He enjoys skiing, traveling and history,
and he is a member of Rusty Bindings Ski Club
and French Meet-up.
Barbara is from York, Pa. and has also lived
in Puerto Rico, Panama, Mexico and Brazil. She
attended Institute of International Studies. She is
a freelance court reporter.
MAXINE NORTHON moved to Rockledge
Lane in August. She is from Lu Verne, Iowa and
has also lived in Palo Alto. She enjoys playing
Scrabble and bridge.
Newcomers to hear about bus service
at meeting on Monday at Dollar
Newcomers will meet on Monday, Sept. 8,
at 1:30 p.m. at Dollar Clubhouse. The speakers
will be Susan Ritner, of Rossmoor’s Channel
28, and Leslie Young of Transportation Services.
Participants can mingle with new residents,
volunteers and others who have lived in the
community for many years. Refreshments will
be served.
Newcomers programs are open to all resi-
dents who have lived in the community for a
year or less.
This program is in its 25th year and is a
unique way to welcome new residents.
These monthly meetings provide an educational opportunity to learn more about the community and it is an optimal way to meet other
new residents.
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But GRF offers
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ball netting
GRF Board Actions
Beach suggested that if GRF
didn’t want to take it on, the
project may stop maintaining
it to save money.
The cost to maintain this
property amounts to $5,000
per year.
Director Mary Lou Delpech
was the first to comment. She
said she took offense to the
“can’t see it from my house”
concept that was used as the
rationale for Project 36 to
not take care of property that
is part of the project’s land.
Third Mutual should take responsibility for it, she said. If
the Board determined otherwise, it would “open a big can
of worms,” she said.
Other directors agreed.
They pointed out that there
is property similar to this in
many Mutuals and if GRF
agreed to cover the cost for
one, others would come with
requests.
“Everybody’s going to be
looking for free money,” Treasurer Ken Haley said.
Director Les Birdsall was
also vehemently opposed to
GRF absorbing the costs of
maintenance. “I think he’s
(Beach) holding the hill hostage and asking us to pay ransom,” Birdsall said.
Project 36 residents should
be motivated to take care of
Paul Donner
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President Diane Guilfoy, left, listened as Vice President Geri
Pyle said it is important for the residents to know what PG&E’s
plans are for the upgrades on Rossmoor property.
that property, Director Alice
Lau said, because the slope
needs to be maintained to protect from erosion, which could
affect the manors in the project. “It IS their issue,” she said.
Haley said the issue really
turns on the relationship between GRF and the Mutuals.
Donner said the Mutuals
used to have contracts with
GRF for such maintenance,
but they all broke off and assumed full responsibility.
The Board voted to continue in that vein and let Third
Mutual remain responsible for
its property.
Golf nets/easement
Third Mutual also had requested of the Board some
funding for protective netting
along the fifth fairway of the
Dollar Ranch Golf Course.
Residents have lodged numerous complaints about errant golf balls being a danger to them on their property
in Project 44 of the Mutual.
Buckets of collected golf balls
had been shown to the Board
with anecdotal evidence of the
damage and potential dangers.
The Board was asked to foot
the cost for half of the netting
and most of the Board agreed
to the expenditure, with the
exception of Director Melvin
Wall and Vice President Geri
Following are the actions taken by the GRF Board on Aug.
28:
1. Approved, as recommended by the Compensation Committee, eliminating the POS medical plan from the non-represented employee benefit program effective Jan. 1, 2015.
2.Approved, as recommended by the Policy Committee,
proposed revised Policy 302.0, GRF-Approved Organizations. Deferred July 31, 2014.
3. Motion failed to approve request from Third Walnut
Creek Mutual, Project 36, that GRF assume responsibility for
maintenance of the hillside that runs along Rossmoor Parkway from the entrance gate up to Terra California.
4.Referred the draft request for qualifications for the
evaluation of the Del Valle Clubhouse sports and fitness programs, management, and facilities to the Fitness Advisory
Committee for consideration and recommendation back to
the Board.
5. Approved temporary construction and helicopter landing site easements for a PG&E project and authorized the
CEO to execute the documents on behalf of the GRF.
6.Authorized funds, 50 percent of the estimated project
cost, for the installation of protective netting on GRF property along the fifth fairway of the Dollar Ranch Golf Course,
with the understanding that this authorization for expenditure
would be good for up to one year after the date of approval
and require execution of an as yet to be written agreement .
7. Authorized funds to address heating/ventilaton/air conditioning system problems at the Gateway complex administrative offices.
Pyle.
A few directors also questioned aspects of PG&E’s request for temporary easements
in two locations: Mutual 48,
entries 18 and 20; and Mutual 68, near Shadowhawk Way.
These easements would be for
helicopter landing and a base
for construction for the Contra
Costa-Moraga Reconductoring
Project.
Director Richard Hurley
balked at what he called a lack
of information. He wanted to
know exactly what reconductoring means and if it would
increase voltage or create any
kind of danger to residents.
Pyle also expressed concern and wanted more information. However, when GRF
Counsel Tony Grafals pointed
out to the Board that PG&E
was going to go ahead with
the project with or without the
easements, it became clear that
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the easements would only be
an inconvenience for PG&E,
but the company would find a
work-around.
“They haven’t come to us
to get permission (for the project),” Haley said. “They’ve got
that from a higher authority.”
Hurley still held out, but the
rest of the Board approved the
easements.
Fitness Center issues
Staff created a draft RFQ
(request for qualifications) to
be sent out to prospective candidates to evaluate the Del
Valle Clubhouse sports and
fitness programs. Comments
on aspects of it that might be
tweaked led Lau to suggest the
document should have been
cycled through the Fitness
Center Advisory Committee
before being brought to the
Board. That led to discussion
on getting the Aquatics Advisory Committee involved, as
well.
Wall said staff should be
left to do its job – no more
committees. But he, and three
other Board members were
outvoted by five who thought
the documents needed a review by the committees first.
The review should not adversely affect the timeline for
moving forward, Resident Services Director Jeff Matheson
said.
Also on the agenda tied to
the Fitness Center was information provided by Public
Safety Manager Dennis Bell
on options for access control
to the Fitness Center. Bell outlined some of the options and
said the current system for the
entry gate access, AmanoNet,
could be utilized for Fitness
Center access.
AmanoNet can be used for
more than just RFID (radio
frequency identification), Bell
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said. The system could be expanded and used with other
access devices such as smart
cards, magnetic stripe cards,
barcodes and biometrics. He
explained how some of these
devices would work.
Lau said that using the current system makes sense since
it would save in cost and implementation.
President Diane Guilfoy
said staff should look into
systems used by other fitness
centers. Having the capability, as other centers do, not
just to check people in, but to
keep track of what their usage
(classes, pool, exercise equipment, etc.) would be helpful.
Matheson said if the Board
wants to include that kind of
reporting it would affect the
type of device that could be
used. Staff will follow Guilfoy’s suggestion and check out
other fitness centers before
coming back to the Board with
more information.
Compensation
The Compensation Committee has been reviewing nonunion employee health benefit
plans. Chairwoman Lau said
health care costs over the past
decades have far outpaced the
Director Richard Hurley considers what Director Alice Lau is Nazli Monahan
proposing regarding the Del Valle RFQ.
cost of living. It is time to review the program and to improve or adjust the cost structure, she said.
The good news, she said, is
that GRF has received written confirmation from Kaiser
Permanente that costs for next
year will go down 2 percent.
However, that will not alleviate the overall problems.
The most obvious change
to make, the committee determined, was to end the Point of
Service (POS) health care option, which costs GRF several
thousand dollars a year. POS
allows the user to use non-net-
More expenses in
July cause unfavorable
GRF budget results
By Ken Haley
GRF treasurer
For the month of July, Golden Rain Foundation operating
results before depreciation were $44,000 unfavorable to budget.
Total revenue was over budget by $37,000 and total expenses
were unfavorable to budget by $81,000.
Cumulative for the first seven months of the year, revenues
were favorable by $255,000, and expenses, excluding depreciation, were over budget by $36,000, for a combined positive
cumulative variance for the year of $219,000. All amounts are
rounded to the nearest thousand for this report.
Revenues for the month of July included favorable variances
of $27,000 in Recreation revenue and $14,000 in golf and Pro
Shop revenue.
Expenses
Variances from budget in operating expenses for July included:
Salaries and employee expenses were over budget by $29,000
resulting from working hours for the month exceeding the average for year and overtime relating to the Fourth of July holiday.
Maintenance supplies expense was over budget by $25,000
due to seasonal fluctuations in expense. Year-to-date this category is under budget by $21,000.
Cost of ticketed events and Excursions were over budget by
$37,000 attributable to the additional Recreation revenue previously mentioned and payment for entertainers for the summer
concert series.
Trust Estate Fund
Membership fees were $252,000 compared to $448,000 in
2013. Total Trust expenditures for the month were $145,000 primarily consisting of debt service.
work providers. This plan had
been put in place years ago
when GRF was transitioning
its health care plans and new
enrollment is no longer an
option for employees. At this
time, only one employee uses
the plan.
Birdsall argued that to take
away that plan even from one
employee would be wrong.
There may be a significant
health reason why that employee chose the plan, he said, and
the cost savings amounts to no
more than 4 cents per manor
per month to take that away.
But he was outnumbered.
The rest of the Board voted
to drop the POS. Lau said the
Compensation Committee
will continue to look closely at the health plans and is
awaiting more information
from staff before taking any
further steps.
A new café?
In the Residents Forum,
Nazli Monahan told the
Board her proposal for a coffee shop at Creekside had
been gaining support and she
hoped the Board would get
behind it.
“We Rossmoorians have
most everything except a
place to sit and enjoy the best
views of Rossmoor over coffee or snack,” Monahan said.
“Our lush green golf course
and its lovely pond and water
fountains all sit in front of the
Creekside complex, yet nothing looks over this view except
the golf Pro Shop and the Fairway Room.”
She suggested the Board
consider changing that by turning the Fairway rooms into a
“Rossmoor version of Peet’s
Coffee.”
She fleshed out her suggestion by offering ways it could
work, including moving meetings currently held in the Fairway rooms to the Club Room,
employing an outside vendor,
and keeping the place open
nine to 10 hours daily.
Following her at the podium, JoAlice Centerbury and
Moni Cook basically gave a
thumbs-up (“ditto”) to Monahan’s remarks.
Pyle said the idea of a coffee shop was included in the
Del Valle survey and was
overwhelmingly turned down.
However, several Board members expressed interest in the
idea of converting the Fairway
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BROWN IS THE NEW GREEN
Although I am gratified to hear that we are
reducing our excessive watering at Rossmoor, it
saddens me to hear that it takes EBMUD to tell
us how to conserve rather than Rossmoor taking
the initiative on our own to reduce excessive watering.
After reading the many letters and responses in our newspaper, it seems our management
only will act when they are forced to act. Isn’t
Rossmoor more intelligent than that? Finally, after years of drought conditions, I read that lawn
watering will be reduced to two days per week.
Why did this take so long to implement? Everyone
should come up to Golden Rain Road and meander through Entry 23 and all the way through to
Entry 18. You will find expansive areas of huge
lawns all lush and green. Lawn watering should
have been greatly reduced three years ago when
things got really bad.
I don’t know about you, but I would prefer water to be used on crops so that I can eat – rather
than looking out at green lawns that I cannot eat.
Kim Warden
Golden Rain Road
UPDATE THE FITNESS CENTER
As a three-year resident of Rossmoor, I have enjoyed the many benefits of the Fitness Center. It is
a well-run facility with an outstanding staff and
excellent equipment.
However, it is cramped and outdated. It is one
of the most frequently used units in Rossmoor with
over 146,000 visits by residents last year. GRF has
been talking about this for over a year, but nothing
has been done. I would urge the Board to act quickly to update the Fitness Center.
Fritz Lauppe
Ptarmigan Drive
TICKET DISTRIBUTION
SHAMEFUL
“Insanity” is the word of the planning for the
distribution of the Anniversary tickets. Why was
the second distribution planned for the same time
as the movie on Thursday? Parking was impossible as people drove round in circles.
Was any consideration given to those with
disability? My wife and sister-in-law waited in
line and when they got in they counted 64 people
ahead of them. As such, they were hopeful that
they would to get at least a couple of tickets. But
this did not happen. Why? We are told that half of
the tickets would be given out on that day. There
were supposed to be 500 tickets for the Big Band
concert, which meant that 250 would be handed
out Thursday, Aug. 21. Sixty-four people with two
tickets each (per unit) would mean 128 at the very
most.
What happened to the 122 (250 to 128)? Were
these handed out to employees, special friends
or more handed out at the first distribution? It is
truly shameful how the residents struggled to get
there, wasted their time and gas and were treated
so shamefully.
Robert DeGraca
Stanley Dollar Drive.
Editor’s note: The Anniversary Committee
had exactly 250 tickets available for each of the
Big Band, Diablo Symphony and the Super Diamond tribute band events. No tickets went to
employees or special guests. The ticket distribution was scheduled in the evening when the room
was available. Yes, consideration was given to
the disabled. All residents were offered chairs and
asked if they needed special assistance. Most of
the residents waiting in line on Aug. 21 were given
chairs.
HATS OFF TO HOW TICKETS
WERE HANDLED
Hats off to the committee and volunteers who
coordinated the 50th anniversary tickets giveaway held recently.
Yes, there were lines and yes, there were disappointed people. But the volunteers and staff who
monitored the lines, gave out the most current
information, took money and handed out tickets
were phenomenal.
They were solicitous of people wanting chairs
and help with standing; they strove to keep the
people in line advised of what was/or about to
be happening; made sure residents understood
where they were to be when applying for tickets.
Most noteworthy, for me, was they stayed cheerful and eager to help in a rather crowded and
sometimes awkward situation.
Thanks to all who helped to make this event
happen
Barbara Morgan
Tice Creek Drive
TICKET DISTRIBUTION:
A DIFFICULT TASK
I would like to compliment the staff and the
committee members who coordinated the ticket
distribution for the 50th Anniversary celebration. They were given an extremely difficult task:
How to fairly distribute hundreds of tickets to
multiple events to a community of thousands, a
project that probably had never been done before
in Rossmoor.
I contacted them to see what was possible for
my 91-year-old mother-in-law who can’t stand for
long and they told me we could use her Rossmoor
ID to get her tickets. They brought out chairs so
people could sit while waiting. They learned from
the first day and on the second day made a separate line in the shade for the most popular event,
making the line to all the others much shorter.
It wasn’t perfect. I’m sure it would get better
if they had a couple more opportunities to fine
tune it. Maybe they could have used a technology
based solution but then there would have been
complaints that some people don’t have computers. I suspect that any method would have received criticism. Probably the best solution would
have been to schedule multiple performances of
many of the events.
Bob Kelso
Tice Creek Drive
SMOKE BUT NO ALARM
Please be advised that on Aug. 24 I put a small
potato in my microwave, set the microwave on “potato” and the potato burned up. Clouds of smoke
filled the kitchen and the rest of the unit. My neighbor next door’s friend also stated he smelled smoke.
The three smoke alarms’ warning units did not go
off.
I noticed the smell of something burning. I immediately went into the kitchen and opened the microwave door. Smoke came out and filled not only
the kitchen, but the rest of the unit too. My wife
was in the bedroom and started choking. She went
outside immediately. I called Securitas and the fire
department. They both immediately responded.
They opened all the windows and doors and were
going to set up ventilation equipment. The wind
was heavy and cleaned out some of it. They tested
the alarms and all were in order – but no response.
If this had been a fire as well as smoke, we would
have been in real danger, as well as our neighbors.
No one came out until Tuesday. A representative of
Golden Rain came out and said the smoke alarms
were in working order. He said they would be
checked. The odor is still in the unit.
Don’t wait. Check your units now! On each unit
is a reminder: Weekly testing is required.
Ed Hartman
Golden Rain Road
OMBUDSMAN NEEDED
IN ROSSMOOR
The problems that individual seniors have in
Rossmoor rarely get known to others. One of an
endless number of problems with the employees of
Mutual One was the arrogant removal of a concrete
step needed to get from one useable area to another
that is 13 inches high. The daily transition from the
two levels is difficult and dangerous, and impossible for some seniors. The removal of the step was
accompanied by a pattern of lies to two residents.
An ombudsman is needed in Rossmoor. A
Rossmoor ombudsman domain name is available
to any group that will use it for the benefit of the
senior being victimized, as a defense against some
employee taking advantage of most senior who
have no defense.
Rodney Stich
Oakmont Drive
COYOTES AMONG US
In reply to Rossmoor resident Robert Harbeson’s hysterical letter (Residents Forum, Aug. 27)
complaining about the coyotes that have “invaded”
Rossmoor, I would like to point out the following:
The California Fish and Wildlife Department
is correct – coyotes are native to the Walnut Creek
area in general and to Rossmoor in particular. Since
hunting is banned in Walnut Creek for obvious reasons, as Rossmoor’s apex predator, coyotes are an
important element in controlling the numbers of
rats, ground squirrels and even in balancing wild
turkey and deer populations.
Domestic cats in Rossmoor are not supposed to
be outside at any time for both their protection and
the protection of our many wild birds. The Audubon Society points out that outside domestic cats
kill over 1 billion birds in the United States every
year. Dogs in Rossmoor, when outside, are supposed to be under control and on a leash. Coyotes
are shy and timid around humans and will not attack a human or dog on a leash with its owner.
To help keep coyotes in the open space and natural areas of Rossmoor, please do not feed wildlife or
your pets on an outside patio, as this can attract not
only coyotes, but rats, raccoons and skunks.
Please remember that we are privileged to live in
the San Francisco Bay Area and still be so close to
nature and wildlife of all kinds.
Ed Loosli
Skycrest Drive
Columns & Opinions
Progressive View
The Many Faces of Racism
By Mary Lembke
dmitting to and confronting
my own racism has been
painful and hard. It’s something I can barely admit; I suspect
that others harboring similar feelings also acknowledge them with
great reluctance and even fear.
Admitting to something that conflicts with one of
my most important values necessarily forces me to
ask myself: could it also be possible that I have other
things in my inner self that I’m not facing up to? Does
getting older inevitably mean becoming more entrenched in old, unwanted ideas rooted in childhood?
As we see, hear, and experience the of events in Ferguson, Mo. unfoldikng, how can we avoid turning
inward with our own self doubts?
In recent weeks, as you have done, we watched an
off-duty police officer from St. Louis County unapologetically proclaim his hate-filled prejudices for all
the world to see. His language was so full of cruelty
and vitriol that it turned our stomachs. I freely admit
that I harshly judged him. I found him totally lacking
in basic human decency. His rant reminded me of the
Ku Klux Klan of my childhood, and make no mistake, there was Klan in the Minnesota of my youth.
My knee-jerk reaction was to think how glad I was
that I am not like him. Coming from the “some of my
A
At Wit’s End
Swimming in Japan
By Tom Mader
I
taught for five years at Tsuda
College in Tokyo. The first time
I went there for an interview, I
was lodged in a room in a Victorian-style house on the campus and
interviewed the following day. The
five members of the interviewing
committee all spoke fluent English, which was fortunate. At that time, what Japanese I knew was extremely limited. I had been told by a friend who had
taught in Japan that if you’re asked to an interview,
that means they’ve already decided to hire you. After
all, inviting a host of candidates to Tokyo is costly
for the college.
At the end of the interview I was asked if I had
any questions. I said I knew Tsuda College was over
100 years old, and that it had an excellent reputation
in Japan and other Asian countries. So my question
wasn’t going to be an academic one. I asked where
the tennis courts were located, and whether there
was a swimming pool on or near the campus. One of
the interviewers said he would show me the tennis
courts, and there was a swimming pool about five
minutes from the campus. In addition, there was a
As You Write It
A COLUMN FOR CREATIVITY
Rantings of a Romantic,
Cynical Curmudgeon (Part 2)
By Edwin Cohen
T
oday we continue with our profound, prosaic
analysis of another idea that usually engenders
either a great positive or a total negative response. (This was designed as homage to Emerson’s
essay “Compensation,” which basically, very basically, states that for every good that human beings
develop, there is a concomitant negative side.)
Religion
Please do not burst a blood vessel; I am not in any
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best friends are black” school of social correctness,
I do not want to see myself as anything but an open,
loving, and unprejudiced person.
But exactly how does one behave if one is an unprejudiced person? Let’s see: Does belonging to a
civil rights organization such as the ACLU qualify?
Does watching all of Ken Burns’s PBS series on the
Black Experience count? How about loving Maya Angelou’s poetry or reading “The Help” or “The Color
Purple” or “The Invisible Man,” among many others.
Do these experiences provide enough insight to fill in
the gaps between experience and committed belief? I
could go on and on describing the ways in which we
white people try to understand the black experience
in America, to somehow bridge our perceived differences.
I can’t begin to count the number of times I have
heard someone say, “I don’t see the difference; people are people” when it comes to conversations about
race. But here we are in 2014, 50 years past the Civil
Rights Act of 1964 and, if recent events are an indication, acceptance of equality of the races has progressed glacially at best. Still, I struggle to define
myself as a person of few social biases. I make concerted efforts to educate myself, to understand the
feelings and beliefs of others.
And then, and then…When was the last time I
drove into West Oakland and didn’t lock my doors? I
can’t pretend that I haven’t had second thoughts when
I’ve entered an elevator with a young black man as
my sole fellow passenger. Did I give a wary second
glance to a young man with dreadlocks walking
down Rockridge? (Heaven forbid he would be riding
a skateboard!) Our grandson is of mixed race and
we’ve loved him for 30 years. But when his grandfather, his mother and he and I walk into restaurant, do
I wonder if people give us a second look and wonder
why we are breaking bread together?
I could go on to describe any number of situations
where I cringed at my own self- consciousness – and
berated myself for it. Growing up I didn’t attend any
schools with any black students. Period. Never mind
that geography or neighborhoods influenced that
monochromatic reality. The point is that my exposure
to diversity was nil. This is neither apology nor even
explanation; it’s simply a fact. Fifty years later, with
broad travel experiences, post-graduate education and
a life filled with a rich circle of friends from many
parts of the world, I still have these knee-jerk reactions. To say that I’m aware of them is not enough. I
know they’re wrong, and will probably spend the rest
of my life wondering why I still have them.
I do know that when I am with young people, I have
growing hope. I see the ease with which they interact
with one another regardless of race, gender or sexual
orientation; they seem to be genuinely comfortable in
their multi-cultural times. Their influence enriches
me. Perhaps 70 years from today this column will
appear so outdated as to be quaint. I look forward
to seeing more and more evidence that, through our
actions, people are indeed just people and that we are
all basically the same. But for now, injustice continues to roam the streets – both the physical ones and
the ones running quietly through our minds.
Mary Lembke can be emailed at mandblembke@
yahoo.com.
second pool close to my apartment, which was about
a 10-minute train ride from the college.
The swimming pool near Tsuda was my first cultural faux pas. The pool had eight lanes; I saw one
free lane and took it. I swam down on the right side
of the lane and returned on the left side. No problem
for about seven or eight minutes. The some young
fellow swam down the center of the lane while I was
returning on the left side; we nearly collided. He
smiled and said nothing; I was annoyed. However,
when I got back to my starting point, a woman came
over to me and said that I was supposed to return in
the lane on the left of my lane, which meant going
under the rope to the return lane. Although I considered that awkward, I apologized and said thank
you. There were a large number of swimmers, and
I assumed they were all looking at me, the stupid/
arrogant American and cultural nitwit.
I swam at least four times a week, and eventually I felt comfortable being at this pool near Tsuda.
However, when Diane and I went swimming, we used
the pool near our apartment because we could walk
home after we were finished swimming. Sometimes
that pool wasn’t available because of classes; then we
took the train to the pool near Tsuda, as we did the
day I committed my second faux pas.
I told Diane that I would have to cut short my
swimming that day because I had to attend a committee meeting. But I said the meeting would last
about a half hour, I would return to the pool and we
could then take the train home. However, the meeting
went on for over 90 minutes. I felt absolutely worn
out by the time it was over, and was looking forward
to going home. I had completely forgotten about
picking up Diane.
When I got home, I was surprised to see Diane
standing outside our apartment building. I assumed
that she would be in our apartment waiting for me.
Ah so – not so! Diane had finished swimming at the
Tsuda pool and had been waiting about an hour for
me to return.
Given the superior female mind, she decided that I
had forgotten to pick her up and had gone home. She
had no money and didn’t know how to get home by
walking (it’s complicated). Given that we’re Americans and therefore blessed with dumb luck, one of
my colleagues saw Diane in front of the college and
gave her money so that she could take the train home.
When she got there, she buzzed our apartment, assuming I was there. I wasn’t. Diane had no house key
and had to wait until I got home to get in.
Now if I had remembered to return to Diane at
the pool and discovered that she wasn’t there, I’m
not sure what I would have done. I knew she had no
money for the train and that she wouldn’t walk home
because she was not familiar with where she’d have
to turn, when to go right or left, and so on. Surely
this was some kind of test. Suffice it to say that Diane
handled this piece of comic opera graciously and that
we ate dinner out that night at a very nice restaurant.
Tom Mader can be emailed at ditoma@comcast.
net.
way, shape or form impugning any deity, supreme
being or god, with or without a capital “G.” Whether
those deities are the sun, moon, mountains, rivers,
animals, birds, animal/birds, people with extra-human strengths or abstractions, I would not challenge
those beliefs for a variety of reasons: the primary reason being my basic intellectual cowardice and fear of
lightning bolts.
The so-called Abrahamic religions’–Christianity,
Islam and Judaism, IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER
– belief in an abstract God with a variety of human
characteristics predominates in our Western world
with an absolute certainty, in spite of the three religions representing only about 30 to 35 percent of the
world’s human population. That means, of course, that
65 to 70 percent of the human race does not believe in
Adonai, Allah or the Holy Trinity (again in alphabetical order). Discretion prevents me from engaging in a
discussion involving essentially 7,000,000,000 opin-
ions, variations on a controversial theme in which
all seven billion have the answer–sometimes. Those
numbers include those who do believe, those who do
not believe zealously, those who may believe, and
those who ask, “What’s in it for me?”
It is not the belief but the organization and ritualization of those who believe similarly that can easily
slip into “religiosity,” rather than religion. The imam,
priest or rabbi can offer solace in moments of sorrow
or tragedy, hope when life has been unkind to a person or family, and ceremonial dignity to important
life cycles. (Please note that each of the Abrahamic
religions has been mentioned first alphabetically in
three different contexts. I am quite proud of having
done that.)
It is the formalization of the practices of religion
that leads to problems. No? Simply look into rules
and customs of various religions, especially dietary
22A
A rts & Leisure
Alexander String Quartet opens the
SF Comedy Competition
Chamber Music Society season Sept. 22 comes to the Event Center
The Rossmoor Chamber
Music Society’s 2014-2015 seasons will open with a performance by the Alexander String
Quartet on Monday, Sept. 22,
at 7:30 p.m. in the Tahoe Room
at the Event Center.
The program will include
Mozart’s Quartet No. 23 in F
major, K. 590; Kodaly’s Quartet No. 2, Op. 10; and Beethoven’s Quartet No. 7 in F major,
Op. 59, No. l.
The group is ensemble in
residence at San Francisco
State University. Members
have long enjoyed a close relationship with composer-lecturer Robert Greenberg, performing numerous lecture-concerts
with him annually.
The quartet was formed in
New York City in 1981 and
the following year became the
first string quartet to win the
Concert Artists Guild Competition.
In 1985, the quartet captured international attention as
the first American quartet to
win the London International
String Quartet Competition,
receiving both the jury’s highest award and the Audience
Prize.
The Alexander String Quartet will perform on Monday, Sept.
22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Event Center.
The group is known for its
interpretations of Beethoven,
Mozart and Shostakovich. It
has also established itself as an
advocate of new music with 25
commissions.
The quartet has engagements at major halls throughout North America and Europe. Recent overseas tours
took the group to the United
Kingdom, Argentina, Panama
and the Philippines. They will
return to Poland in 2015 for
their debut performances at the
Beethoven Easter Festival.
Other Rossmoor Cham-
ber Music Society concerts
this season will include: Farallon Clarinet Quintet, Monday, Oct. 20; Bridge Chamber
Virtuosi, Jan. 19, 2015; Feeney-Bogas-Wyrick Piano Trio,
Feb.16; and Quartet San Francisco, March 16.
For information, or advance
purchase of season tickets, call
945-1087 or visit the website,
www.rossmoorchambermusic.
org. Subscriptions for the season are $65. Single tickets, for
$18, will be on sale at the door
starting at 6:30 the night of the
performance.
Stand-up comedians from around the country will perform at one of the semifinal rounds of the San Francisco
Comedy Competition in the Tahoe Room at the Event Center on Tuesday, Sept. 23, at 7 p.m.
Hundreds of comedians audition each year to compete in
the San Francisco International Stand-Up Comedy Competition, but only 30 are chosen.
Many talented comedians have since emerged from this
annual event to become major stars. The Comedy Competition develops its contestants by forcing them to adjust to a
variety of audiences, in comedy clubs, colleges, casinos and
theaters, while enduring the strain of an extended road trip.
In the competition’s first year, Robin Williams came in second. Other famous comedians have emerged from this contest:
1977 champion Dana Carvey went on to “Saturday Night Live”;
1979 champion Marsha Warfield went on to “Night Court” to
star as Roz the bailiff; 1982 finalist Kevin Pollak has achieved
a major film career as has 1987 finalist Rob Schneider.
Two first runners up, Ellen DeGeneres in 1985 and Mark
Curry in 1989, landed their own TV series and 1993 finalist
Patton Oswalt landed a role on “King of Queens” and became the voice of “Ratatouille.”
The San Francisco Comedy Competition is an annual,
multi-week, judged event. Contestants perform three-toseven minute sets in one of two preliminary weeks, consisting of six shows in six venues over six nights. The top
five from each preliminary week will meet in the semifinals
week, which requires them to perform eight- to 12-minute
sets for another six shows.
The top five from the semifinals move on to the finals.
In the finals, they will perform 15- to 20-minute sets in five
more shows and finally a winner is crowned.
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Dwight Stone will present a
piano concert at Grace Church
Local pianist Dwight Stone
will present a concert on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 3 p.m. at nearby
Grace Presbyterian Church,
2100 Tice Valley Blvd.
The free concert will feature Stone playing all original
compositions for piano solo, as
well as a piano and flute duet
with Nika Rejto, flutist. They
will be joined by Steve Cram
on the organ.
Stone is a diverse musician,
singer, composer, conductor,
orchestrator, music publisher,
pianist, organist and guitarist. After earning degrees in
voice and composition, Stone
attended the USC film scoring program, launching him
on a 20-year career as a freelance musician in Los Angeles.
From 2007 to 2010, he lived in
Austria, composing and recording CDs, performing in
concerts and salons, as well as
in castles Hartberg, Murau and
Kirchberg am Walde.
Stone’s music offers a fresh
and original sound. His harmonies and textures are colorful and surprising, sometimes
evoking modern dissonance
with an aesthetic appeal.
This year, two of Stone’s
piano compositions, “Going
Home” and “Whither Thou
Goest,” were awarded as winners in the Music Teachers’
Association of California
(MTAC) State Composition
Competition. Stone appeared
in four concerts at the MTAC
Convention in Los Angeles.
Stone currently lives in
Walnut Creek where he is
president of the Contra Costa
Performing Arts Society and
director of music ministry at
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church.
Rejto is a professional flutist, teacher and performer in
Lafayette. She appears currently on six CDs. Her CD,
“Little Wizdoms,” features her
own compositions for flute.
She performs jazz, popular
and classical repertoire.
The concert will also include selections of classical
music played at the organ by
Cram, the music director of
Grace Presbyterian Church.
Cram grew up in Hawaii and
began playing the organ at age
5. He furthered his organ and
conducting skills at University
of Redlands in Southern California (under the direction of
Leslie Spelman) and at Northwestern University in Chicago.
In addition, Cram studied
privately with the late Karl
Richer and Heinz Werner
Zimmerman. He worked with
the Berlin Philharmonic and
has played concerts in Europe
as well as in the United States.
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Jack Pollard Trio performs for the
Spotlight Wednesday in the Event Center
Vocalist Jack Pollard and
his trio will perform at the
Spotlight in the Tahoe Room
at the Event Center (note
the alternate location) on
Wednesday, Sept. 10, at noon.
As an entertainer and
showman, Pollard brings a
lifetime of experience to the
stage. His silky baritone and
impeccable vocal interpretation bring to life a repertoire
of songs that span decades of
hits from the ’30s to the ’80s.
Jack Pollard
His shows encompass jazz,
Pollard has shared the stage
blues and R&B for a varied
palette of songs with some- with such notable celebrities as
B.B. King, Stevie Wonder and
thing to please everyone.
the Temptations. He works
with a variety of ensembles,
from a versatile duo to a
high-energy dance/party band.
Pollard performs regularly in clubs and restaurants all
over the Bay Area and scores
of private events each year.
Family Kitchen Catering
will offer a wide variety of
food items for sale prior to
the show, such as sandwiches, salads, doughnuts, cookies and more.
Fun Day is a free program
sponsored by the Recreation
Department and is open to all
residents and their guests.
RAA members take part in Anniversary show
In conjunction with Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary celebration, the Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) will present an outdoor art show in
Peacock Plaza on Saturday, Sept. 20, from 11
a.m. to 5 p.m. Registration forms are available
in the email that was sent to the membership or
hard copies can be picked up at Studio 1.
The exhibition fee is $15 per 3x6 panel,
which has two usable sides. Final deadline for
entry is Saturday, Sept. 6.
All artists are required to be on site for a minimum of two hours for the duration of the event.
All artwork must be prepared to hang with wire,
labeled on the back of the painting, and no glass
will be permitted. Each artist is responsible for
hanging and removing his/her work.
Artists should prepare a list of their work,
including title, medium, name, phone number,
and price of painting, and submit that to Anna
George by Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Those who give an additional 1 to 2 hours for
set-up or tear down will be refunded the registration fee. Those who are willing to donate a
piece of artwork for raffle will also be refunded
the fee.
No sales will be permitted during the art
show; however, the studio will be open on Sunday, Sept. 21, for additional exhibit and sales.
Artists are responsible for attending their work
while it is on display in the studio.
Emeritus College begins Comedy Competition semifinals are Sept. 23
fall season of classes
Diablo Valley College’s (DVC) Emeritus College provides an
opportunity to take classes, exercise the brain and meet interesting people without the stress of homework and tests. Emeritus
College, a nonprofit, fee-supported program, is designed to provide affordable classes and special programs, for people age 50
and over, to satisfy the desire to learn and grow.
Research has shown that stimulating the brain is as important
to well-being as exercising the body. Classes are held at several
locations including Rossmoor, DVC and JFK University (the
latter two are both in Pleasant Hill).
Emeritus also offers some local tours and theater tickets. This
fall groups will visit Niles Silent Film Museum and the USS
Hornet and will do an historic walking tour of Walnut Creek.
Discount tickets are available to a matinee performance of
“Life Could Be a Dream” at the Lesher Center on Saturday,
Sept. 20.
The following are a few of the Rossmoor Emeritus classes:
Murder and Mayhem in Shakespeare, four classes, starting
Monday, Sept. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m.; Travelogue of Ireland, one
class, Monday, Sept. 22, from 1 to 2 p.m.; Israeli-Palestinian
Conflict, four classes, starting Friday, Oct. 10, from 10 a.m. to
noon; A Holocaust Survivor Speaks Up, one class, Tuesday, Oct.
21, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.; Great Male Opera Singers, three classes,
starting Thursday, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. to noon; Great Female Opera Singers, three classes, starting Thursday, Oct. 2, 10 a.m.
to noon; the 20th Century parts 1 and 2, six classes, starting
Thursday, Oct. 23, from 10 a.m. to noon; America in the 1700s,
one class, Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 10 a.m. to noon; and Beethoven Forever, two classes, starting Wednesday, Nov. 12, 1:30 to
3:30 p.m.
Lapidary/Jewelry Club will
hold open house Sept. 21
The Rossmoor Lapidary
and Jewelry Club will hold an
open house on Sunday, Sept.
21, from 1 to 4 p.m. in the
Lapidary Studio located at the
south central side of the big patio at Gateway Clubhouse.
Members will be on hand
to show their creations made
from stone, glass and metal.
Some members will have
their works for sale, and
there will also be examples
of other items in the display
cases.
At 2 and 3 p.m., there will
be a demonstration of the cutting of round-top (cabochon).
For information, contact
Barrie Bieler at 285-3000.
This is a judged contest. Each
contestant will perform for a
unique group of judges for every
show they do. Judges score each
contestant in seven categories.
Tickets for this event are $10
in advance and may be purchased in advance at the Excursion Desk at Gateway. Tickets
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Camera Club announces its August competition winners
On the first and third
Wednesdays of each month, the
Rossmoor Camera Club hosts a
meeting wherein members who
enjoy competition submit their
photos, either in the print format viewed in a light box or as
a digital presentation where it is
shown on a large screen.
The competition on Aug. 6
featured the digital category
of pictorial and prints were
shown under the categories of
color prints and monochrome
prints.
A photographer’s ranking
is established for competitors
based on a point system. Winning entries give the photographer specific points depending
on where the image placed in
the competition. These points
are evaluated at the end of the
year at which time a new ranking is awarded to the competitor.
An experienced photographer/judge, usually a professional, is hired to critique and
grade the entries as they are
either projected on a screen or,
in the case of prints, both projected and viewed physically
in a light box. All members
are encouraged to participate,
especially beginning photographers, as this is an effective
way to learn everything from
composition to how to title presentations.
Critiquing of entries is
anonymous, so the judge’s
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“Rescue After Crash,” by Arlita Smith
comments do not result in any
embarrassment to the photographer, but do provide useful
tips on improving skills. For
members and nonmembers
alike, competition nights are a
venue for learning more about
the art form that is photography.
“Smokes and Stamps,” by Jim DeGrado
This event’s judge was
Douglas Stinson, who has been
pursuing photography seriously
for over 40 years. He started as
a contributor to his local newspaper while in high school. He
is a member of several photographic societies, and his images have won awards at both the
local and regional level.
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Vagabond Players present production
of ‘25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee’
The Vagabond Players will perform “The
25th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee” on Friday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at
the Event Center. This program was originally going to be performed on Aug. 29 but was
changed due to a scheduling conflict.
This Tony Award-winning musical comedy celebrates the mania of competition as six
funny, eccentric misfits compete for the spelling bee title in this witty Broadway hit. Based
around a group of six quirky spellers competing in a spelling bee, run by even quirkier adults, “The 25th Annual Putnam County
Spelling Bee” is engaging and genuinely fun-
ny all the way to the end.
Random audience members are chosen to
participate in the spelling bee. The show is
tuneful and cheerful, playful and fun.
The Vagabond Players is a nonprofit theater
troupe that travels to senior living communities, assisted living centers and health care facilities. The Players also perform at community
theaters such as El Campanil Theatre in Antioch. The actors are of all age ranges including
children, teens, young adults and seniors.
This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents
and their guests.
Chinese Performing Arts Club presents
‘The Golden Cangue’ Sept. 11 at Creekside
The Chinese Performing Arts
Club Theater Group will present
a play, “The Golden Cangue,”
on Thursday, Sept. 11, at 7:30
p.m. in the Fairway Room at
Creekside Clubhouse. This free
program is in Mandarin.
Rossmoor resident Teresa Yu
wrote, produced, cast and directed the play. This is an adaptation
of a novella of the same name by
the renowned 20th Century Chinese author Aileen Chang.
The play follows the story
of shop girl who was forced
into an arranged marriage with
a paralyzed man of a wealthy
family and who fell in love
with her brother-in-law.
The 40-minute play is produced in the Readers Theater
style, in which the actors do not
need to memorize their lines,
only read the script and use vocal expressions to tell the story.
Although “The Golden
Cangue” is performed in Mandarin, future productions by
the Theater Group will be in
English or in Mandarin with
English translation.
The group seeks new members; anyone is welcome to
join. Theatrical experience
– although very much valued
– is not necessary. The only
criteria for membership is an
interest in the form of Readers Theater performing arts.
Participation can be in playwriting, directing, acting and
behind-the-scene production,
among other things.
For information, contact Yu
at chenfu42@gmail.com.
Changes made for ballroom dance lessons
Wednesday ballroom dance
lessons for both beginning and
more advanced continuing students will move to the Diablo
Room at Hillside beginning today, Sept. 3.
One-hour classes in standard triple-step swing for beginning students will begin
at 2 p.m. The more advanced
class in west coast swing for
continuing students will start
at 3. Note that classes will now
start on the hour.
Classes are taught by Gail
Enright, well known Bay Area
ballroom dance teacher. New
students who know some of
the basics of these dances are
welcome in any class.
Cost for a single drop-in
class is $10 or save with two
consecutive classes for $15,
three consecutive classes for
ter”; third, Zins, “Rolls Royce
Owner”
The club invites all
Rossmoor residents to attend
all events – one doesn’t have
to be a member to be a guest.
New photographers with entry-level skills are encouraged
to join. For information, call
either Stan or Carol Scott at
934-9998.
$20 and four consecutive classes for $25. Private lessons are
also available.
For information about classes, contact Enright at 284-1003
or at gail@sfwaltzingsociety.
org.
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Mauch offers two
music classes this fall
Diane Mauch, president of the Opera Club of Rossmoor, will
teach two classes that will be of interest to music lovers this fall
semester at the Acalanes Adult Education Center.
“How Music is Put Together” Part II is a continuation of the
Part I class that was offered last spring. The Part II class is open
to anyone who has knowledge of basic music theory.
Study will explore key relationships and construction of triads and seventh-chords. A major focus will be modulation as the
linchpin of Western music since the Baroque Era.
Attention will also be given to the varying styles of melodic
composition and listening skills will be developed through the
use of repertoire of major composers of classical music.
This class will meet on five Mondays from 1 to 3 p.m. from
Sept. 8 to Oct. 6. The cost is $45 for seniors. For information,
call 280-3980 ext. 8001.
Part I of “How Music is Put Together” is also scheduled for
four sessions, on Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. from Oct. 17 to Nov. 7.
The cost for the series is $36 for seniors. This basic course will
focus on the three elements of music: rhythm, melody, harmony.
Instruction is given in music notation and terminology; time signatures; note values; scales, intervals and keys; and basic chords.
Mauch will also teach “Mozart’s Three,” which refers to the
three operatic masterpieces Mozart composed to Lorenzo da
Ponte’s librettos. This class features “Le Nozze di Figaro,” “Don
Giovanni” and “Cosi fan tutte.”
The Metropolitan Live in HD program this season will include “Le Nozze,” which is the Met’s opening night production.
CDs and DVDs of representative performances of these operas
will be heard.
This class will be held at CSU East Bay’s Concord campus on
Ygnacio Blvd. and is part of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
(OLLI). It meets on Thursdays from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
from Nov. 13 to Dec. 11 (no class on Nov. 27).
The cost for four sessions is $48 for OLLI members ($40 individual annual membership and $60 per couple). Members have
access to free lectures and receive reduced rates for classes and
field trips. The Concord campus has ample free parking. There
is an easily-accessible library and a cafeteria. Call 602-6776 for
information.
Mauch had a career as a professional singer in opera and concert. She studied at the Juilliard School, Manhattan School of
Music and earned a bachelor’s degree from Manhattanville College and a master’s degree in music from University of Michigan.
She has taught voice, music literature and music theory at the
university level at several institutions.
Photographers are honored
Advanced: first place and
best in show, Ed Langthorn
for “Tower of Power”; second,
Goodall, “Security Jacket”;
third, Mentil, “Canyon Sparks”;
honorable mention, Walter
Braun, “Lenticular Cloud”
Masters: first place, Kratins
for “Medieva Bolsena”; second, Kratins, “Arrival of Win-
SPECIAL EVENTS, CLASSES AND LECTURES INCLUDE:
n Southern Ethiopia:
Exploring a Living Museum
Wednesday, September 10, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Free for OLLI members/$5 for non-members
n The Madness of Kings: Othello
Tuesdays, September 16, 23 & 30; October 7,
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
$48 for OLLI members/$66 for non-members
n From Designer Babies to Human Cloning
Mondays, September 15, 22 & 29; October 6,
1:30 – 3:30 p.m.
$48 for OLLI and members/$66 for non-members
n Appreciating Local Architecture
Fridays, September 19 & 26; October 3 & 10,
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
$48 OLLI members/$66 for non-members
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Opera/Ballet Club to celebrate birthday
of George Gershwin with two movie days
The Rossmoor Opera/Ballet Club will celebrate the Sept. 26 birthday of George Gershwin
with two of his films, both in Peacock Hall at
Gateway Clubhouse.
On Monday, Sept. 8, at 4 p.m., “Shall We
Dance” will be shown. A romance between
Petrov, a ballet master, and Linda Keene, a tap
dancer is portrayed by Fred Astaire and Ginger
Rogers in their only film to a Gershwin score.
It is in great part a ballet score, for Gershwin
modeled the music on the great ballets of the
19th century. Fred Astaire along with Hermes
Pan created the choreography, which includes
the “French Ballet Class for Two Pianos.” The
film’s big production number begins with a ballet featuring a female chorus and ballet soloist.
The timeless score introduced three classic Gershwin songs – “They All Laughed,”
“Let’s Call the Whole Thing Off” and “They
Can’t Take that Away from Me.” The latter
was nominated for an Academy Award for
best original song.
During the production of this film, Gershwin was already suffering from the brain tumor that was shortly to kill him.
The film is 110 minutes long, but a cartoon
and a short vintage video of the period will
also be shown.
On Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 4 p.m., “A Damsel in
Distress” will be screened. If “Shall We Dance”
is balletic, “A Damsel in Distress” is operatic.
Set in England, the story concerns a romance
between a baroness and a commoner. The music
includes two madrigals – “Sing of Spring” and
“The Jolly Tar and the Milkmaid” – performed
by a group of madrigal singers. The madrigal
was the musical form that preceded opera; it
was gradually displaced by the aria.
In addition, the elegant score by George and
Ira Gershwin includes two standards forever associated with Fred Astaire – “A Foggy Day”
and “Nice Work If You Can Get It.” “I’ve Got
Beginner’s Luck” is also in the score plus a
very clever song-and-dance number set in a fun
house with Astaire, George Burns and Gracie
Allen. “Stiff Upper Lip” won the 1937 Academy Award for best dance direction.
“A Damsel in Distress” was George Gershwin’s last completed score. He died of a brain
tumor while the film was in production. The
picture was released four months after Gershwin’s death.
All Rossmoor residents and their guests are
invited to these two films to celebrate Gershwin’s September birthday. A $1 donation will
be requested and a raffle held.
Norman Weiner teaches figure drawing
The Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) offers a six-week
class in figure drawing taught
by Norman Weiner, a graduate
of Chouinard Art Institute, Los
Angeles.
Weiner has studied with
many world-renowned artists.
His paintings, drawings, etchings, sculptures and prints are
in hundreds of collections and
he has operated galleries and
studios in Los Angeles and
Sausalito.
Learn how to draw the human figure in classes on Fridays, Sept. 5 through Oct. 10,
from 1 to 4 p.m. in Art Studio
2 at Gateway. The nonrefundable fee is $100.
The human figure has always been revered as symbol
of perfection since the time
of ancient Greeks. Students
will enjoy learning to draw
the human body in its various shapes and positions
through the process of observation and training with emphasis on how to draw what
the eye sees.
Live professional nude female and male models are
used in the class. Everyone
will work at their own pace
and ability. Beginners and advanced students are welcome.
The beginning art supplies are: a 12-inch by 18-inch
sketch pad, 2B and 4B graphite
pencils and a kneaded eraser.
Any additional supplies will be
announced during the class.
Each class is limited to 16
students, so early registration
is recommended. The cutoff
date for registration is Wednesday, Sept. 3.
Registration checks, payable to RAA, should be mailed
to Weiner at 3108 Rossmoor
Parkway No. 3. There are no
refunds.
Be sure to include a telephone number and note the title of the class.
Nonmembers of the RAA
must join to take classes.
Membership is $10 for an individual. Send a separate check,
payable to RAA, to RAA, P.O.
Box 2070, Walnut Creek, CA
94595. Note on the check that
it is for membership.
For information, call Weiner at 933-5182.
International Affairs Book Club will
discuss the risks of globalization
Rossmoor residents are invited to join members of the International Affairs Book Club as
they read and discuss “The Butterfly Defect:
How Globalization Creates Systemic Risks, and
What to Do About It,” on Friday, Sept. 26, at 7
p.m. in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway.
Global hyper-connectivity and increased
system integration have led to vast benefits,
including worldwide growth in incomes, education, innovation, and technology. But rapid
globalization has also created concerns because
the repercussions of local events now cascade
over national borders in the fallout of financial
meltdowns and environmental disasters. The
authors of “The Butterfly Defect,” Ian Goldin
and Mike Mariathasan, assert that the current
complexities of globalization will not be sustainable as surprises become more frequent and
have widespread impacts.
Golden is director of the Oxford Martin’s
School and professor of globalization and development at the University of Oxford. He has
served as vice president of the World Bank and
advisor to President Nelson Mandela.
Mariathasan is assistant professor of finance
at the University of Vienna.
The book selection for the club’s meeting on
Friday, Oct. 24, is “The Man Without a Face:
The Unlikely Rise of Vladimir Putin,” by Masha Gessen.
Club members have worked together to get
a handle on current developments as the new
global economy evolves. The discussions are
animated and informative.
For information, contact Gary Hansen at
gmustang61@aol.com or 954-8425.
Acalanes Adult Ed classes begin next week
Acalanes Adult Education’s (A A E) fall classes
sta r t the week of Sept. 8.
Brochures have been mailed.
Tr y the new online registration at www.acalanes.
k12.ca.us/adulted.
AAE offers language
classes in French, German,
Italian, Japanese and Spanish
in the morning, afternoon or
evening. Classes meet once a
week for 10 weeks.
Language classes are designed to build from quarter
to quarter, so fall is the best
time to start.
A A E is next door to
Rossmoor at 1963 Tice Valley Blvd. For a schedule of
all classes and other course
information, visit the website or call 280 -3980 ext.
8001.
Entertainment Notes
“Wonder of the World” Is
Whimsical and Wonderful
By Charles Jarrett
T
he Douglass
Morrison
Theater in
Hayward just opened
its 2014-15 season this
past week with an
outrageously funny/
wacky comedy by David Lindsay-Abaire titled, “Wonder of
the World.” This farcical comedy, running through Sept. 21,
is sad, poignant, zany, wacky,
sexually offbeat, comically wicked, all of the above at
very nearly the same time.
It is the story of love, loss
of love, death, suicidal preoccupation, loneliness and therapeutic madness. It is really
strange and at the same time
strangely engaging and I really enjoyed it.
Lindsay-Abaire is a gifted writer, having written
such hits as “Fuddy Meers,”
“Good People,” and “Kimberly Akimbo.” He received
a Pulitzer Award for “Rabbit
Hole” and wrote “Shrek, the
Musical.” It is hard for me to
imagine how one writer can
be so diversified as to write
a story about a family’s dark
tragedy as in “Rabbit Hole,”
or the plaintive cry of a single
mother with a handicapped
adult daughter, fired from her
job and only one paycheck
away from disaster, which occurred in “Good People.” Or,
to be able to turn around and
write “Shrek, the Musical,”
a wonderful fairy tale about
good triumphing over evil in
the magical woods revealed
repeatedly by the brothers
Grimm.
Like a mad man’s curio cabinet, “Wonder of the
World,” gathers a unique collection of uncommon people
together in an implausible
storyline of love, loss, peanut
butter and redemption.
As the play opens, Cass
Harris (Eden Neuendorf) is
packing her bag, upbeat and
exhilarated, as she is about
to set off on a life-changing
adventure. While searching
for the final necessities to jam
into her bag, her unsuspecting
husband, Kip (Drew Reitz),
comes home for lunch, which
he never does, to discover that
his wife is leaving him.
What unspeakable dirty
little secret found at the bottom of his sweater drawer could cause this happily
married couple to come to
a parting of the bed sheets
so shortly thereafter? Having determined that her life
is now a compendium of errors that has led to this dire
decision, Cass has made up a
bucket list of 200 things to do
that she had always wanted to
do, but that were abandoned
as foolish goals for a happily
wedded woman.
Now in the process of leaving
her husband, she feels she is free
to explore all of those
unsatisfied and in some
cases wicked wants, previously set aside.
Cass bolts to the
nearest bus line where
she finds that the new
travel companion in
the seat next to her. Lois
Coleman (Diahanna Davidson) is a suicidal alcoholic on
her way to find peace, permanently, at Niagara Falls. She
is on her way to test out pickle-barrel sports in the waters
above the falls now that her
husband has left her.
While these two new friends
are on board a tour boat in the
waters beneath Niagara Falls,
Cass and Lois meet Karla (Michaela Greeley) and Glen (Kendall Tieck), a pair of aspiring,
but bumbling private detectives
pretending to be tourists while
they search for a missing woman for their client, a heartbroken husband. They crisscross
paths again and again as Cass
tries to talk Lois out of doing
herself in, and Lois is trying to
talk Cass into re-thinking her
marital departure.
Meanwhile, Cass makes
amorous moves on the tourboat captain, Captain Mike
(Jeffrey Hoffman), and this
lonely man responds. After
all, when the love of your life
is a victim of death by a peanut
butter excess, a lonely captain
is bound to drop anchor when
a gorgeous and slightly dingy
lady shivers his timbers.
The only way out of this
mess, as per author Lindsay-Abaire, is to engage a
marital counselor, and oh
what a clown he found! The
newly partnered partners are
challenged to participate in
a “Newlyweds Game” led by
the diverse marriage counselor, Tina Rutsch, who also
plays several other challenging characters in a mad panoply of character caricatures in
this madcap play. The acting
is superb all the way around,
terrific!
“Wonder of the World” is
a wonderfully engaging play
that is told is a wildly whimsical way, in a wonderful comfortable theater, by some truly
focused actors who make this
delirious tale funny enough
that the only suicide that can
happen in this event is if you
deliberately die laughing.
The Douglas Morrison
Theater is owned and operated by the Hayward Area Recreation and Parks District.
It is located at 22311 North
Third Street in Hayward, next
door to the Senior Center and
the Japanese Gardens.
Tickets range in price between $29 and $32 each with a
10 percent discount for seniors
and KQED members. For tickets, call the box office at 510881-6777 and go to the website
at www.dmtonline.org.
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Wine and Food Society Walnut Festival kicks off two weeks of events
visits Oak Ridge Winery
The Rossmoor Wine and Food Society (RW&FS) will visit Oak Ridge Winery in Lodi on Thursday, Oct 9.
Lodi is ideally situated between the Sierra Nevada foothills and San Francisco Bay where the marine influences
create a uniquely Mediterranean climate perfectly suited to
growing California’s top varietals. The winery was originally founded in 1934 as a winemaking cooperative of local
growers. During the last eight years a historic landmark has
been transformed into a state-of-the-industry winery. Today
the winery is family-owned and operated.
At the winery, club members will be treated to a tasting of
five of the winery’s specially selected wines, beginning with
Silk Oak Chardonnay and continuing with Old Soul Pinot
Noir, Maggio Merlot, 3 Girls Pure Red and OZV.
Lunch will be served with favorite wines from the tasting
and will begin with a salad of mixed greens with pears, cranberries and pecans tossed with a honey balsamic vinaigrette.
An entrée of beef with a rosemary demi-glace, roasted Yukon
gold potatoes, fresh seasonal vegetables, artisan rolls and butter will be served. The finishing touch will be a berry medley
with shortcake and a balsamic syrup. After lunch there will be
time to visit the tasting room to purchase wine and gift items.
The bus will leave Rossmoor at 9:30 a.m. to arrive at the
winery in time for tasting at 11 and lunch at noon. The bus
will depart for Rossmoor at 2 p.m.
Only 55 persons can be accommodated on this trip, so make
reservations early and note that all reservations must be received
no later than Thursday, Sept. 25. Those who are unable to attend
after sending in a reservation should contact Sue De Carlo at
210-1039 or Louise Ng at 997-3335 so that those on the wait list
can be called. If the space is filled, a refund will be issued.
The cost is $95 for members and $105 for guests. Send a
check along with the reservation form below to: Rossmoor
Wine and Food Society, Attn: Reservations, 1001 Golden
Rain Road or place it in the club mailbox at Gateway. Call
DeCarlo or Ng with reservation inquiries
For club questions, call Ng or Dorie Gallinatti at 465-2451.
Invitations are available in the RW&FS mailbox at Gateway
Learn mambo in dance classes
The Ballroom Dance Club
is sponsoring a new four-week
dance class on Monday, Sept.
8, 15, 22 and 29. The challenge
will be the salsa (mambo) and
the nightclub two-step.
The session for beginning
students will be from 6:30 to
7:30 p.m. and the more advanced class from 7:30 to 8:30
p.m. Both sessions will be
held at Hillside Clubhouse.
Alberta Bagneschi will be
the instructor. She has been
teaching ballroom dance in
the Bay Area for over 25 years
and is known for her teaching
skills with beginning dancers
and challenging patterns for
experienced dancers.
Bagneschi will teach beginning students the basic moves
for the mambo and nightclub
two-step, while the more ad-
and beverages; a specialty beer
garden and more.
The twilight parade will
be held at 6 p.m., Sept. 13,
on Main Street in downtown
Walnut Creek. The festival
runs Thursday, Sept. 18, from
5 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, Sept.
19, from 5 to 11 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 20, from 11 a.m. to
11 p.m.; and Sunday, Sept. 21,
from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. On Saturday, Sept. 20, there will also
be free fishing for kids in the
lake from 7 to 11 a.m. and a
car show from noon to 6 p.m.
Festival admission is $6 per
person, with $1 off per ticket when guest brings a can of
food to donate to the Contra
Costa Food Bank. Admission
is free for active military with
valid identification, seniors,
and for children under 5 with
paid adult admission. Food
and beverage, games, rides and
parking not included in admission price.
For information, go to www.
thewalnutfestival.org.
Rossmoor Squares offers new classes
The Rossmoor Squares will sponsor a new
dancers’ class on Saturday afternoons starting
Sept. 6, from 2 to 4. It will be held in the Las
Trampas Room at Hillside Clubhouse.
The cost of the class is $50 per person and
will continue for 10 weeks.
Professional square dance caller and teacher
Bert Swerer will teach the class. There will be
experienced club members on hand to help with
the dancing.
Couples and singles are welcome. Casual attire and comfortable shoes are recommended.
The Rossmoor Squares meets every Monday
night except any fifth Monday of the month,
from 7 to 9:30 in the Las Trampas Room.
Call Ruth, 930-9635, or Bob, 482-0511, for
information.
Community Chorus offers a voice class
A class specially designed 10 a.m. in the Diablo Room at
for choral musicians who want Hillside on a drop-in basis for
to improve technique and mu- a $7 fee per class.
sicianship is offered by the
Classes will be taught by
Rossmoor Community Chorus. Sessions are on Mondays,
beginning Sept. 8, from 9 to
Coming to the Event Center
for the first time? Come early to
find new parking configurations
behind the facility, in front of
Dollar Clubhouse.
Frank Ryken, voice teacher,
choral director and operatic
tenor. For information, contact
Ryken at fjryken@gmail.com.
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in downtown Walnut Creek and
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‘Heaven Is for Real’ shows Thursday, Friday
“Bicycling With Molière”
The 2014 drama “Heaven Is
for Real,” starring Greg Kinnear,
will be shown in Peacock Hall at
Gateway on Thursday, Sept. 4, at
1, 4 and 7 p.m.; and on Friday,
Sept. 5, at 10 a.m. and 1, 4, 7 and
9 p.m. Language captions will be
utilized on Thursday at 1 and 7
and on Friday at 10 and 1.
“Heaven Is for Real” is
based on the true story of the
4-year old son of a small-town
Nebraska pastor who, during
emergency surgery, slips from
consciousness and apparently enters heaven. When he
awakes, he recounts his experiences on the other side.
This film is one hour and 39
minutes long and is rated PG.
This free program is sponsored
by the Recreation Department
and is open to all residents and
their guests.
‘Awakenings,’ starring Robin Williams,
will be Saturday’s featured presentation
The 1990 drama “Awakenings,” starring
Robin Williams and Robert DeNiro, will be
shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Saturday,
Sept. 6, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. The showings at 1 and
4 will feature language captions.
In this fact-based drama set in 1969, a reclusive neurologist (Williams) is given authoriza-
tion to test an experimental drug on a catatonic
patient (DeNiro) who awakens from his 30-year
coma and comes to grip with life as an adult.
This film is two hours long and is rated PG13. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents
and their guests.
Sunday’s film is ‘Father Goose’
The 1964 comedy “Father
Goose,” starring Cary Grant,
will be shown in Peacock Hall
at Gateway on Sunday, Sept. 7,
at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at
4 will feature language captions.
This 1964 Oscar winner
for best original screenplay
stars Grant as a boozy beachcomber during World War II
who monitors the radio in the
South Pacific in exchange for
shipments of alcohol. When
lovely and structured French
schoolmarm Catherine Freneau (Leslie Caron) crashes onto
the island, an immediate and
electric feud ignites between
the two polar opposites.
This film is 118 minutes long
and is not rated. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open
to all residents and their guests.
Residents are invited to comment on
the trailer for ‘Echoes of World War II’
Patricia Weaver invites residents to stop by
the Club Room at Creekside on Wednesday,
Sept. 10. She will be showing the 11-minute
trailer of her documentary, “Echoes of World
War II: A San Francisco Perspective,” continuously from 11 a.m. through 2 p.m.
Writing material will be provided for any
comments, ideas, changes regarding the trailer or places residents think might enjoy seeing
the film for a future showing or special event.
Weaver will be there the entire time, so residents can speak directly to her.
Her club here in Rossmoor is the Greatest
Children, which is a nonprofit producing films
and special events that affirm the greatness of
the United States in past years. The club also
sponsors events for veterans.
There will be two documentaries in the
Echo Series. The work is called Echoes of
World War II. The first one that will be reviewed has to do with the Bay Area during
WWII. The second film will cover filmed stories from those who were children in Europe
during WWII.
The film “Echoes of World War II” will
be officially launched on Monday, Sept. 29, at
Peacock Hall at Gateway. The film begins at 7
p.m. and is approximately 40 minutes long. For
questions, call Weaver at 938-4388 or email her
at patriciaweaver70@comcast.net.
‘The Jewish Cardinal’ will be shown
by the 30s/40s/50s Couples Club
“The Jewish Cardinal” will
be shown on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at
7 p.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway. The movie is sponsored by
the 30s/40s/50s Couples Club.
The drama details the true
story of the personal faith of
Jean–Marie Lustiger, the son
of Polish-Jewish immigrants.
He becomes a leader in the
Catholic Church. Amid controversy, Lustiger doesn’t waver from his Jewish identity
and quickly rises in church
ranks. He is appointed and ordained Archbishop of Paris by
Poetry Corner
“Poetry Corner” is a biweekly column with poems
contributed by members of the Rossmoor Poetry Circle.
Garden Recital
By Selma Soss
In this garden of lilies,
Hyacinths, lavender rose,
The pianist’s auburn hair
Touched by sunlight,
The garden complementing the beauty
Of her floral dress.
I am swept by sentiment.
Love remembered.
Her strong fingers caress the keys
Of Schubert’s romances
A portrait of my dream.
Polish born Pope John Paul ll
in 1981. Lustiger refers to himself as “God’s Mixed Child.”
The story reminds the viewer of the possibilities for goodness if there is respect, love
and forgiveness between cultures and those of faith.
Directed by Duran Cohn,
the award winning movie is 100
minutes in length, with subtitles.
invited to this free film. For
information, contact Jackie
Smith at 279-3346.
John Muir Clinic
artists may pick
up work
Rossmoor Art Association
members whose paintings are on
exhibit at the John Muir Clinic
are requested to pick them up on
Saturday, Sept. 6, between the
hours of 10 and 11 a.m. No new
paintings are being accepted for
another exhibit due to the clinic’s current renovation.
(Alceste à Bicyclette)
Worthwhile
By R.S. Korn
This film is a visual palimpsest of the 17th-century play
“The Misanthrope” by Molière. The original number of
characters has been reduced, the plot is greatly simplified,
the setting is contemporary France, but the central characters, Alceste and Philinte, are still at the center, with their
very opposite attitudes toward life.
Renamed, they are now two middle-aged actors, Serge
(Fabrice Luchini) and Gauthier (Lambert Wilson). Serge is
the fulminator, rigid, angry, seeing in mankind... “nothing
but base flattery, injustice, treachery, selfishness and deceit,”
whereas Gauthier’s initial approach is one of civility and
discretion.
Serge was once highly acclaimed, but three years ago, bitter at what he perceived as a betrayal, he left the stage to live
in isolation. Alone in a messy cottage he inherited, he refuses
to have the sewage line repaired because of the cost, so the
smell continues. Gauthier, who as a young actor was helped
by Serge and admired him, is now the star of an over-the top
successful soap opera.
Eager to re-establish himself once again as a legitimate
stage actor, Gauthier has made all the arrangements to mount
“The Misanthrope” in Paris. All that remains is to convince
Serge to join him and that goal becomes the essence of the
plot.
When he arrives at the Île de Ré off the west coast of
France, he finds a scruffy, disheveled Serge who is at first
dismissive of the idea. A cat and mouse game begins, in
which Serge will neither commit, nor definitely rule out, the
idea. Instead he suggests Gauthier extend his stay so that
they can explore it.
Gauthier proposes they alternate playing Alceste, but
Serge will have none of that. He must have the dominant
role. They begin to recite lines and those portions of the film,
albeit intermittent and brief, are the most interesting. As they
discuss and quarrel over the presentation, the problems and
subtleties inherent in acting the lines of the Alexandrian
poetry become evident. Their personal interaction mirrors
the Molière characters they are playing, Serge the critic and
Gauthier the disciple.
At the same time various incidents demonstrate their underlying competition. Serge has never seen Gauthier’s TV
show, but when he does and realizes how much money he
makes and how recognized he is, it only reinforces his acid
disposition. Even when they relax and ride bicycles along the
shoreline, he can’t resist literally unseating Gauthier.
Gauthier had declined Serge’s invitation to bed down in his
unheated, slovenly home and he chose to stay at a nearby hotel
where the proprietor’s niece is interested in acting. As a start,
she is now starring in pornographic films. Her aunt asks him
to give the young woman advice about developing her future
career, presumably in how to move into more legitimate aspects of the business, although neither she nor the aunt are the
least bit uncomfortable about her present line of work.
When she comes to Serge’s home, the two men kindly ask
her to read a few lines from the play they are working on.
Her casual attitude and less than stellar performance provide
a humorous contrast to their deadly seriousness.
Gauthier suggests that he might be interested in buying
a home in the area and they meet Francesca (Maya Sansa).
She is selling her home because of a bitter divorce. She is so
angry about it that when the real estate broker brings them
in to view it and announces that they are both actors, her
response is that actors are all narcissists. She ignores and
dismisses them.
The next day, however, when Serge decides to travel to a
nearby hospital to have a vasectomy because, as he explains,
he doesn’t want to bring a child into this terrible world, she
offers to drive him and apologizes for her earlier behavior,
explaining the stress she is under. She becomes a friend
to both men and there is the suggestion that she and Serge
might have a real connection. This becomes the source of
ultimate rivalry between the men as well as the emotional
culmination of the film.
A satire, wonderfully acted, it is an homage to a classic
French drama.
This is a 2013 film, not rated and is available from Netflix.
To receive free digital service, order a convertor box or
discuss ongoing customer service issues with Comcast,
Rossmoor residents should call the following number for help
specific to Rossmoor:1-800-407-2997
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ESL training is offered to Grandparents Day with Pancakes in the
those wishing to volunteer Park celebrated in Pleasant Hill Sunday
An English as a second
language (ESL) tutor training
workshop, presented by Diablo
Valley Literacy Council, will
be held on Saturday, Sept. 6
and 13, from 9 a.m. to 1:30
p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (4000 Clayton
Road, Concord).
Volunteers are being sought
to help adults learn how to
speak English. The council
offers the training and will
match the student with the tutor to get started with one-on-
one tutoring sessions.
Tutors must attend both Saturday sessions and commit to
one or two hours of tutoring
each week.
Pre-registration is required,
and there is a $15 non-refundable registration fee.
To pre-register or request
information, call 685-3881 or
email DVLC4ESL@gmail.com.
Rossmoor resident Bill Oliver
can also answer questions. Call
946-0992 or email him at billndoreen@sbcglobal.net.
Manny Gutierrez Band
plays for Saturday Dance
This month’s dance on Saturday, Sept. 6, in the Tahoe Room
at the Event Center will feature music for dancing and listening
by the Manny Gutierrez Band.
The dance begins at 7 p.m. and continues until 10. Complimentary mixers and soft drinks are provided. Bring a beverage
of choice if desired.
This event is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is
open to all Rossmoor residents and their guests.
All are invited to attend Pancakes in the Park
and celebrate Grandparents Day on Sunday,
Sept. 7, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the Pleasant Hill Senior Center located at 233 Gregory
Lane in Pleasant Hill. The event, which benefits Meals on Wheels and Senior Outreach Services’ (MOWSOS) Fall Prevention Program,
will also have a boutique and resource fair.
The mission of the Fall Prevention Program is to reduce preventable injuries, loss
of independence, costs and deaths associated with falls among seniors and people with
disabilities. This program serves nearly 800
seniors a year through evidence-based exercise classes, home-safety assessments and
modifications, and sharing educational tools
on preventing falls.
MOWSOS has provided home assessments
and modifications and educational presentations throughout Contra Costa County and this
fundraiser will enable the group to do more.
Tickets are $5 for adults; $3 for children
(ages 4 to 10); and children age 3 and under are free. For ticket and sponsorship information, contact Carol Louisell, director
of community engagement, at clouisell@
mowoso.org or 954-8736.
MOWSOS was founded in 1968 and coordinates care for more than 5,000 isolated
seniors each year who live in Contra Costa
County.
Tall Stack presenting sponsors include:
Age Song, Blize Healthcare, Grace Healthcare of Pleasant Hill, Hillendale Homecare,
Home Safety Services, Tampico Terrace and
Tice Valley Physical Therapy.
Published Writers get book promotion tips
The Published Writers of er/editor and college writing
She is currently a business
Rossmoor will meet on Sat- teacher. She has a master’s communications lecturer at San
urday, Sept. 6, from 10 a.m. degree in public relations from Francisco State, and an English
to noon in the Fairway Room Kent State and a bachelor’s de- composition and creative writat Creekside. The speaker is gree in journalism from North- ing teacher at Laney CommuShari Weiss, who specializes western’s Medill School.
nity College in Oakland.
in teaching new authors how
She is a board member of
The free meeting is open to
to use social media to promote the Bay Area Independent all residents.
their books.
Publishers Association and
Annual dues of $15 are now
Weiss has more than 40 one of the original members payable.
years of experience as a mag- and participants in Linked LoFor program information,
stars, they grew up together in azine editor, freelance writ- cal Marin.
go to marylouschram@att.net.
the movie studio system and
shared top billing on nearly 10
films.
Jackie Johnsen and Angela Norton are lookThe two will train interested residents to
This free program is sponing
for
residents
who
enjoy
line
dancing
and
teach
line dancing to others. Johnsen and Norsored by the Recreation Deespecially
those
who
might
want
to
teach
others
ton
have
the tools to help others learn the dance
partment and is open to all reshow
to
do
it.
There
may
even
be
a
favorite
piece
and
practice
it.
idents and their guests.
of music and a dance that some line dancers
Contact Johnsen at 934-5432 or Norton at
would like to teach.
997-4795 for information.
Bonnie Weiss presents program
‘Mickey Rooney and Judy Garland’
Bonnie Weiss will present
her program “Mickey Rooney
and Judy Garland” on Tuesday,
Sept. 10, at 11 a.m. in Peacock
Hall at Gateway.
Rooney and Garland were
one of Hollywood’s biggest onscreen power couples. As child
Line dancers invited to learn to train others
Make wine charms in
free Recreation workshop Drama Association holds audition
The Recreation Department will offer a class in making wine
charms. The class will be on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 10 a.m. to
noon in the Fireside Room at Gateway Clubhouse.
Students will make four wine charms out of glass gems, paper, Modge Podge and metal rings.
There is no fee for the class. There is a class maximum of 20
students.
Call Elena Ybarra at 988-7766 to reserve a spot.
Sing-Along Chorus to meet
The Sing Along Chorus will
meet Thursdays, beginning
Sept. 4, at 7 p.m. in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway.
They will sing songs from
the “Great American Songbook.” Lyric sheets will be
provided.
This is not an adult education class. It is under the auspices of the Rossmoor Sing for
Joy Club.
For information, call the
director and accompanist,
Dolores Mendenhall, at 9341096.
Friday Lunch
I N
R O S S M O O R
Menu for Sept. 12
Call 988-7703 for a reservation
Friday Lunch is served at a suggested
donation of $2. Lunch is served at 11:30
a.m. at Hillside. Reserve a space for Friday
Lunch for the following week in person right
after lunch, or call 988-7703 no later than
Wednesday by noon. To cancel a reservation,
call 988-7703. Please leave name and phone
number when cancelling. If you are unable to make lunch, cancel
your reservation so another resident can take your place.
The menu:
Beer-batter fish and chips; tomato-basil soup; coleslaw; sweet
peas and chocolate pudding or applesauce.
Options:
Hamburger plate or chef’s salad.
Please specify the entree of your choice; otherwise, you will
receive the menu item for that day.
for upcoming New Plays Festival
The Drama Association of Rossmoor invites
all actors to audition Tuesday, Sept. 9, for the
New Plays Festival, which will be presented
in November at the Event Center. The nine
10-minute plays require 14 male actors and 12
female actors.
The plays are written by Rossmoor playwrights Sherman Brown, Alan Cunningham,
Carrie Knowles, Bud Lembke, Jan Lindemuth,
Milton Matz, Pearl Schwartz, Larry Tubelle
and David Wilcox. They were selected by committee in May.
Directors will be Bobbi Ausubel, Jean Georgakopoulos, Mike Harris, Bob Musgrave, Su-
san Slizza and Bill Toaspern.
The plays offer actors challenges and fun.
Want to encounter vampires? Stand on the edge
of a ledge looking down, far down, into trafﬁc?
Imagine yourself a concert violinist? Discover
romance to the melodies of the ‘40s? Meet an
angel in Heaven? Or, romp in a psychiatrist’s
office? All is possible in the range of these
plays.
Actors are asked to make an audition appointment with Edna Hall at farmwords42@
gmail.com or at 283-9937. Actors should work
on a one-minute monologue, memorized, that
reflects the range of their talent.
Social Dance Club dances are
held on Tuesdays at Hillside
Dancing is one of the best
exercises for promoting good
health and it is fun. Numerous
studies have shown that exercises involving interactions between the brain and motor activities, like ballroom dancing,
improve cognitive functions
and wellness.
Join the Social Dance Club
for its ballroom dances on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 6 p.m. in the
Diablo Room at Hillside.
There are more than
1,000-square-feet of dance
floor, providing ample space to
those who like to glide around
and to those who prefer a corner to practice their dance steps.
More experienced members
are always happy to share their
dancing skills.
A new state-of-the-art sound
system was recently installed in
the room. The club has a collection of ballroom dance music, ranging from international
standards to American and Latin. Members volunteer as disc
jockey, playing music from the
club’s library or their own favorite ballroom dance music.
The Social Dance Club is the
only dance club in Rossmoor
that holds ballroom dances
weekly throughout the year, except during the last two weeks
of December.
The dances are a favorite place to enjoy or to learn
dancing and to socialize with
friends. Its membership encompasses dancers of all levels. The
club celebrated its 26th anniversary this year.
The club welcomes new
members. Membership is open
to all Rossmoor residents and a
limited number of nonresidents.
The annual membership dues
are $10 per couple for residents
and $15 for nonresidents. The
first visit is free.
The club’s dances are for
couples only. Members need to
come with a dance partner.
For information, contact the
club president, Shirley Wang, at
300-3140 or the vice president,
Howard Brown, at 510-724-6551.
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Young Sun Bai will host a solo exhibit of
Ceramic Arts Club making
artwork inspired by Contra Costa County changes, looking ahead
Show opens in Lafayette gallery on Sept. 13
A solo exhibit with veteran
artist and Rossmoor resident
Young Sun Bai will be held at
Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery in
Lafayette from Satuday, Sept.
13, through Saturday, Oct. 25.
The exhibit, titled “Heart
of Modernism,” focuses on
recent work inspired by personal, familial and public life
in the Bay Area in general and
Contra Costa County in particular.
Sun Bai’s abstract paintings use collage, bright color
and bold lines to tell a story of enchantment and connection with the people and
world around her. She works
in abstract images, hoping to
evoke enlightened emotions
and perceptions from her audience.
The artist says that the flow
of human life is vividly de-
picted by the contrast of bright
colors, collage and bold, black
lines. Everything has movement, energy, color and life.
Born in Seoul, Korea, the
76-year-old spent 44 years in
Los Angeles and 10 in the Bay
Area, developing work that’s
been shown in Costa Rica,
Paris, Munich, Japan, Korea,
Thailand and across the United States.
She has work in the permanent collections of Sae Han
Media Corporation, Bank of
Korea, Pro Piano Corporation
and Julia and David White
Artists Colony. Her work has
appeared in numerous art publications, including the Grand
Collection of Korean Modern
Art.
An opening reception for
Sun Bai is Saturday, Sept. 13,
from 5 to 9 p.m. (note the ear-
lier opening time). The exhibit will be open to the public
Monday through Saturday, 11
a.m. to 5 p.m., and by appointment, at Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery, 3620 Mt. Diablo
Blvd., Lafayette.
The exhibit will also be
accessible to visitors of the
Lafayette Art and Wine Festival, which is Saturday and
Sunday, Sept. 20 through 21.
Perlmutter at 284-1485 or
email her at jp@jenniferperlmuttergallery.com.
Jennifer Perlmutter Gallery
is an artist-run gallery featuring the work of Perlmutter and
other artists. Founded in 2013,
the gallery seeks to elevate
the level of art appreciation in
Contra Costa County, while
sharing a message of truth and
beauty in visual arts.
Hillary Clinton’s book ‘Hard Choices’ to
be discussed at Democrats Book Club
The Democrats of Rossmoor
Book Club will hold its next
meeting on Monday, Sept. 8, at 3
p.m. in Multipurpose Room 1 at
Gateway Clubhouse. (Note the
change in the date and meeting
place.)
Members will discuss the
first part of Hillary Clinton’s
book, “Hard Choices,” in which
she gives an inside account of
the crises, choices and challenges she faced during her
four years as President Obama’s
Secretary of State and how the
experience has driven her view
of the future.
By the end of her tenure,
Clinton had visited 112 countries and gained a global perspective on many of the major
trends reshaping the landscape
of the 21st century.
Drawing on her conversations
with numerous leaders and experts, Clinton offers her views
on what it will take for the United States to compete and thrive
in an interdependent world. Her
descriptions of diplomatic conversations at the highest level
offer readers a master class in
international relations as does
her analysis of how America can
best use “smart power” to deliver security and prosperity in a
rapidly changing world.
For information, contact Jane
Walter, 945-1429.
Legal Notices
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Martinez, CA 94553-0135
FILED: Aug. 18, 2014
L. Woods, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F-0005132-00
business as: Susan Foord Catering &
Cafe, 965 Mt. View Drive, Lafayette, CA
94549. Contra Costa County.
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing
Business conducted by a Corporation.
The registrant(s) commenced to
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965 Mt. View Drive
Lafayette, CA 94549
CA Corp.
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• Fish and Chips
• Petrale Sole
• Hungarian Goulash
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favorites with a
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Publish Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2014
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Health DVDs
available
Due to popular demand,
Channel 28 has made available
DVDs of some of the health
programs it’s filmed during the
past year. The 20 DVDs are
available for check-out at the
Rossmoor Library at Gateway.
The programs were filmed
by Channel 28 videographers
at meetings of such Rossmoor
organizations as the Wellness
Group and Medical Friends of
Rossmoor. The tapes were also
edited by the videographers.
The subjects range from
minor ailments to how to deal
with Alzheimer’s. Other topics
include arthritis, neuropathy,
heart conditions, cancer and
supplemental medications.
The programs run from one
hour to two and have all appeared on Channel 28.
The programs only go back
about a year, so the information
is current.
Orientation, Anniversary sales
The Ceramics Arts Club (CAC) is rolling out a number
of changes designed to encourage member participation and
growth for all skill levels.
One new approach is monthly thematic displays for one of
the studio windows. This is an opportunity for members to
work on thematic items while exploring different techniques
and then display the results. Themes will be announced a
month or two in advance and members can then work on projects individually or in groups. September’s theme is animals.
Window displays are changed the first Monday of each
month and items for display should be left on the front table
of the studio by noon. Previous month’s items can to be picked
up at that same time. Contact: Elaine Platias at 926-0757.
Orientation
The next CAC orientation class is scheduled for Saturdays,
Sept. 6, 13 and 27; from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Orientation classes
are limited to 12 participants committed to completion of all
three class dates. Check the sign-up board at the front of the
studio for availability.
Participants will be given clay and a small set of tools and
will make two or more hand-built pieces during the class.
The cost is $30, nonrefundable, and payment must be made
by check payable to CAC at the time of sign-up. The check
drop and sign-up sheet are in the front of the studio. Contact:
Linda Mariano at 938-3534.
Volunteers needed
The club is managed and operated entirely by members
alone and all active members share responsibility for upkeep
and completion of all jobs necessary to keep the studio up
and running.
Many tasks are handled by teams (loading and firing kilns,
glaze making and orientation classes) while other tasks are
individual efforts (keeping the kitchen organized and uncluttered, checking the slab roller area to keep it clean or making
sure the damp closets have water). Some jobs are monthly
checks and others are weekly.
Studio Manager Judy Johnson prepared a list for all members to review as they sign in and to encourage each active
member to find a job to undertake. All members are expected
to do their part.
There is an immediate need for volunteers to assist with
the processing of recycled clay in preparation for pugging.
Members enjoy the price, $1 for a four-pound log, and use of
this blended or marbled colored clay. Volunteers are needed
to sign up in the wheel room to stir and prepare a batch of clay
for pugging. Contact: Betty Baker at 891-4316.
Ice cream social
CAC will hold its annual ice cream social in the studio on
Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 1 p.m. New rosters are distributed at this
time.
Following the ice cream social there will be a 30- to
40-minute video demonstration on creating simple ceramic
cups using templates.
50th Anniversary celebration
Rossmoor’s 50th anniversary celebration is scheduled to
commence on Saturday, Sept. 13, and will run through the
week, culminating on Sunday, Sept. 21.
The Ceramics Studio will hold an open house from 9 a.m.
to 4 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday. In addition to studio
and individual artist’s ceramic items, the club will sell anniversary mementos made during this month’s hand-building
workshop. All are invited to visit the open studio to browse or
purchase that special item.
The studio is also offering individual member artists an
opportunity to display and sell their own work at this event.
Limited studio tables will be available for members on a firstcome, first-served basis to display and sell their work. There
will be two shifts each day, from 9 a.m. to 12:20 p.m. and
from 12:30 to 4 p.m. with two member artists at each table.
Members are welcome to work in the studio while displaying their work, and each is reminded that the work area
must be cleared and cleaned prior to the end of their shift in
preparation for the next artists’ display.
Members interested in table space for selling their work at
this event should contact Sara Spence at 942-0564.
Other
New rosters will be placed in member lockers prior to the
ice cream social. Members without a locker can either come
into the studio and pick one up or have one mailed to them.
Contact: Jeannine Faull at 279-1371.
All classes and workshops are open to CAC members only.
Calendar at the front of the studio lists all current and upcoming events.
General meetings with free demonstrations from local artists resume Tuesday, Oct. 14.
Classified Ads
Holiday.................................... 5
Personals............................... 10
Found..................................... 20
Lost........................................ 30
Resident Seeking................... 40
Autos For Sale....................... 50
Autos Wanted....................... 55
Autos Service/Repair........... 60
Carports & Garages For Rent...... 70
Carports & Garages Wanted........ 75
Free Stuff.................................. 80
For Sale.................................. 90
Travel..................................... 95
Business Opportunities........ 98
Business Services................ 100
Professional Services.......... 110
Writing/Editing.................. 111
Health Services................... 115
Seeking Employment.......... 120
Help Wanted....................... 130
Wanted................................ 140
Real Estate Information.... 150
Real Estate For Sale........... 155
Real Estate For Rent.......... 160
Real Estate Wanted............ 170
Vacation Rental.................. 175
Pets....................................... 180
CLASSIFIED AD
Classified ads in the Rossmoor
News are a minimum of $12.50
for 30 words or less for nonresidents and $8 for residents.
Each additional word is 25¢.
Phone numbers are one word.
Discount rates available for
long-term ads. Payment must
be made at the time the ad is
placed.
Place classified ads at the News
office located at the Creekside
complex, or mail to 1006
Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut
Creek, CA 94595. Classified ads
can be emailed to newsdesk@
rossmoor.com or faxed to 925988-7862. Staff will call back
for payment information and
ad confirmation.
The ad deadline is Friday at
10 a.m. for each Wednesday
edition. Deadline changes due
to holidays will be printed in
the News.
For information, call the News
Monday through Friday from
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 9887800.
Note regarding classified ads for leases and rentals:
All Rossmoor leases and room rentals are invalid
unless approved by the appropriate Mutual Board.
55 Autos Wanted
100 Business Services
STEVE PAYS THROUGH the nose
for cars, running or not. Local family dealer: 2551 Stanwell Drive,
Suite C, Concord. Call Steve 925766-6205.
Auto Service /Repair
90 For Sale
2010 EZGO RXV GOLF CART New
48v batteries w/ watering system,
19 MPH, lots of power, lights, cooler, club and ball washer, seat cover. $3,900. Call Dickey, 925-4786525.
SELF-INFLATING BED Queen size
air mattress $80. Oval bronze mirror $100. Call 925-938-3352.
FURN ITURE AND HOUSEHOLD
items. All hardwood 9-drawer with
framed mirrors; 2 night stands,
includes 2 lamps; queen headboard w/ frame, armoire optional;
5-foot glass top coffee table; 12foot one piece couch, must see
to appreciate; 2 upholstered side
chairs; hardwood credenza with
decorative carving on doors; and
old-fashioned stereo cabinet with
non-working TV inside. Call Lois,
925-595-5432 or 925-228-4525,
for appointment.
NICHE ON HILLSIDE located at Oakmont Memorial Park in Lafayette.
Front double marble niche, tier
8, includes name plates. $4,000
OBO. Pat 916-408-5681.
T H E R A PEU T I C WA LK- I N S afe ty Tub. Jet & Air massage model.
Includes heated water and quick
drain. $7,000 new. Removing for
remodel. Taking best offer. Call
925-932-5840.
D ES I G N ER CHA I RS : 4 D I N I N G
Car ve d Fr ui t wo o d, $ 8 5 eac h ;
Le Corbusier red leather, asking
$1,795 (new $4,995); red velvet
twin sleeper with matching ottoman, asking $ 850 (new $1,300);
neo-classic tufted bench, asking
$125 (new $495); and gas grill,
asking $240 (new $695). All items
OBO. Jack, 925-588-3834. Email
friendandneighbor@outlook.com
for photos.
Expecting guests? Call the
guest clearance system –
988-7843.
BODYWORK AND PAINT scratches, minor bodywork, panels, bumpers. Half cost of body shops and
$100 off. Free estimates, free pickup, personal care with Rossmoor
customers. Save money and time.
Call Mike, 925-584-7444, or email
paintbymike57@gmail.com for details.
Beauty
MANICURE PEDICURE SERVICES
Licensed, professional manicurist
over 15 years. Specializing in inhome manicures and pedicures.
Relax at home and enjoy my friendly service and comforting touch.
Gift Cer tificates available. Call
Sue, 925-349-8616. License No.
M222359.
Beauty
Computers
Contractors
SENIOR SALON SERVICES In your
home. Haircuts, styling and perms.
Gentle and caring. Licensed professional. With over 30 years experience. Call Lauretta, 925-2023485.
COMPUTERS’ BEST FRIEND :
Hardware/software trouble shooting and repair. Internet and email
problems, Windows tutoring, help
with Windows 8, very friendly service. Home visits and telephone
suppor t. Excellent references.
925 - 682-3408 w w w.computers
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LIMITED TIME ! $ 35 / HOUR All
trades- Call now for bath, kitchen,
laundry, windows, doors and more!
Licensed contractor No. 775026.
Free estimates! Rossmoor references and EPA-certified renovator.
Call Cal at 925-200-3132.
Carpet
CA R P E T C L E A N I N G ; Fa s t a n d
professional ser vice. Same-day
appointment available. Spot specialist. Low, low price. Sell new
carpet. Licensed. Call today, 925383-1253.
CARPET REPAIR: Patching, seams,
re-stretching, transitions. Install cable, telephone and speaker wires
under carpet. Small jobs welcome.
Serving Rossmoor 25 years. Floor
covering license No. 704323. Aimtack Carpet Repair. Call John, 925676-2255.
Computers
ROSSMOOR COMPUTER Services.
H ar d ware s etu p, re p a ir s, u p grades, software and application
training. New systems and software sales. All windows and MAC
OS. Data Recovery! All service.
No charge if not fixed. Call 925899-8211.
ERIC’S COMPUTERS- Need help?
We set up new computers, Internet
connections, email. Troubleshoot,
repair, replace internal/external devices, upgrades, consulting. Digital
photography specialist. We make
house calls. www.ericscomputers.
com. 24 hours, 925-676-5644.
BE COMPUTER SAV V Y TODAY!
Pleasant and patient woman will
teach you how to use email, Internet, Word, iPad and other computer/electronic functions. Can
also troubleshoot. $ 36 /hour (1hour minimum). Many satisfied
Rossmoor clients! 510-517-3179.
TECHMOMMY… “a high-tech brain
with the patience of a mother.” I
teach computers with no tech talk.
I specialize in working with seniors and their computers. Repair
and teaching. No Macintosh. Call
925-377-7711 and ask for Alison
(techmommy).
IPHONE AND IPAD LESSONS Your
home or mine. Learn how to take
photos, keep a calendar, travel,
connect with friends or family, play
cards, Scrabble, Facebook on your
device. Call Mary, 925-482-0280.
SENIOR-FRIENDLY, EXPERIENCED
help for computer, tablet, smartphone or any appliance at www.
jlgcomputersoultions.com. Repair,
virus removal, upgrades, buying /
consulting service, email, wireless
and new computer setup, tutoring,
digital photography expertise and
eBay listing service. Call Jonathan
at 925-338-9644.
Shirley Schubb-Allen
(925) 935-2055
sallen75@comcast.net
Rossmoor Resident
David Schubb
(925) 765-5055
david@schubb.com
Flooring /Tiling
TILE ENTRYWAYS: A beautiful one
could enhance the value and the
appearance of your home. Special
pricing for a limited time! Examples and references in Rossmoor.
License No. 775026. Phone Cal
directly today for a free estimate.
925-200-3132.
Furniture /Upholstery
GEORGE’S FURNITURE REPAIR
Service. Antiques and high-end
furniture specialty. Refinishing and
caning. Formerly of Bonynge’s.
925-212-6149. No job too small.
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home theater sales and installation. Dependable. Lamp repair,
telephone and television cable;
quiet bath fans, ceiling fans, can
lights. No job too small. Free estimates. Call Bryan, 925-567-6384.
Magnificent ‘Saratoga’ with Granite Counters in Kitchen,
Glass Backsplash, Stainless Appliances, Gorgeous Vinyl
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Counters, Marble Surround in Shower with Bench Seat,
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NEED COMPUTER HELP? Call Harry, 788-8006, 926-1081, Rossmoor
resident. Certified, 30+ years experience. Resurrect dead computers, problem resolution, upgrades,
data backup, migration, recovery,
Internet connectivity, Broadband,
wireless setups, new hardware
and software installations, instruction. Resolve virus, worm, spyware
problems. Support Windows 7, 8
and Apple. Free computer performance audit. Used computers
and cables for sale. Go to www.
compconssupp.com for additional
information.
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32A
Handyman
Moving /Packing /Hauling
TV/Audio /Video
Anyone performing construction work in California
that totals $500 or more in labor or materials must be
licensed by the Contractors State License Board.
BOB & TERRY’S JUNK REMOVAL
Specializing in home and estate
cleanups, big and small. No minimum charge - free estimates - price
reduction for salvageable items.
Ser ving Rossmoor for over 30
years. 925-944-0606.
AUDIO CONVERSIONS Have music on LPs, 8 track tapes, cassette
tapes? I can convert them to CDs
or MP3s to stop loss of sound quality. Reasonable rates. Call Skip
(Rossmoor resident). 502-5283512.
NEED HELP PACK I NG? Fo r a n
hour ly fee I will c ome to your
home with packing supplies for
moving, storage, etc. Rossmoor
r e fe r e n c e s . To s c h e d u l e, c a l l
Nancy at 925-216-8975 and vermy@comcast.net.
ABOVE IT ALL- AUDIO video, telecommunications. Installation, service, maintenance, residential,
commercial, restaurants. 40 years
experience. Free estimate: Call David, 925-783-7757. david@avoveit
allavt.com. Bonded and CA license
No. 793768. BBB accredited. Local
and Rossmoor references.
“HANDY-HARDY” CALL LEE: Experienced, dependable and reasonable rates. No job too small.
Replace door or window screens.
Unlicensed, Rossmoor resident
with Rossmoor references. Call
925-944-5990.
CRANE’S HANDYMAN SERVICES,
LLC. “Your small project expert ”
ser ving Rossmoor for nearly 10
years ! Electrical, plumbing, furn i t u r e a s s e m b l y, b a s e b o ar d s ,
crown-molding and more! The only
handyman you’ll need ! Insured.
Business License 018239. Call David, 925-899-7975.
EXPERIENCED HANDYMAN, call
for all your repair needs. Electrical, plumbing, painting, tile, drywall
and more. 18 years experience.
Rossmoor references, licensed.
Call Richard and Patty, 925-9322773, Walnut Creek.
H A N DY M A N A N D CA R PE N T RY
Fencing, painting, tile, linoleum, remodeling, bathrooms and kitchens,
landscaping, plumbing, electrical,
cabinet refinishing. Pressure washing for driveways and patios. Also,
do window washing. Call Jaime,
925-639-0228, 925-671-2917.
Tell the merchants on this
page that you saw their ad in
the Rossmoor News.
HANDYMAN REPAIR SERVICES
Specializing in home electrical,
tile, painting, flooring, wall coverings, window cleaning and light
housekeeping. No job too small.
Rossmoor resident discounts. Call
Rick (Rossmoor resident) at 925639-8333.
FAIR AND HONEST I work and live in
Rossmoor. No project is too small,
I love small jobs. I do repairs, maintenance, carpentry, installation and
odd jobs. Changiz, 530-870-2845.
Home Décor
R O N ’ S W I N D O W C OV E R I N G S
Blinds, drapes, valances, shutters
and shades. Free in-home consultation. Free personalized installation. Quick reliable service. Serving Rossmoor for over 25 years.
Call 925-827-0946.
Lessons /Instruction
MAHJONG LESSONS (American-style). Four, 3-hour lessons,
$40, plus “card,” $8. Call 925-9529691 for information. DJDorothy@
comcast.net.
Fire? Emergency? Call 911.
PRICE REDUCED! SELLER SAYS SELL!
BRING ALL OFFERS!
Remodeled and redesigned with today’s living in mind,
this elegant home features a peninsula kitchen with exquisite upgrades. Enjoy the popular Frigidaire stainless
steel appliances and sink. American Woodmark Glazed
Maple cabinetry over slab granite counters, brushed
nickle fixtures. The reconfigured bath features a stone
tile, expanded shower and stacked Shirlpool washer and
dryer. Come see! Come buy! Call Dee. $359,000.
Painting
ROSSMOOR PAINTING SERVICE
by Al Welsh. Five-year guarantee
on workmanship. Most Rossmoor
residents prefer our neatness, dependable, personal attention, because we care. Rossmoor references, bonded and insured. License
No. 507098. Free estimates. Pacific
Bay Painting, 925-932-5440.
INTERIOR PAINTING, All painting
services: wallpaper removal; wall
repairs and preparation; acoustic
ceilings; cabinets. No job too large
or too small. You can rely on and
will enjoy my personal ser vice.
Well-established in Rossmoor, 24
years experience. Free estimates,
consultation. License No. 677208.
David M. Sale 925-945-1801.
E XC E LLE N T PA I N T I N G E x p er i enced, reliable, bonded. Affordable
rates. Rossmoor references. Paintinghomesbeautiful@yahoo.com or
Paintinghomesbeautiful.com. CA
License No. 982306. Call 925-3956109 ask for Dan.
THOMAS MULLIKEN PAINTING has
been serving the Lamorinda and
Walnut Creek areas since 1976.
“We take great pride in our workmanship and attention to detail.” I
personally am on the job, start to
finish. We also install crown moulding, door casings, baseboards, window sills and related interior trim.
You can count on us for dependability, neatness and a complete
and thorough job. Call today for a
free estimate. 925-930-9130. CA
License No. 319838.
AN ENCHANTING CARMEL
...with design and remodel by L’Estrange Construction.
Nestled in a tranquil wooded entry with slate-floored
front patio, the designer front door leads to a dramatic
kitchen with Woodmark solid maple cabinets over granite counters with exquisite Travertine backsplash and
flooring and Frigidaire appliances.Reconfigured bath
with Travertine tiled surround and flooring. Stacked
washer and dryer.................................................$429,000
QUIET SERENE LOCATION
A luscious Sequoia Wrap with open veranda. Ideal for
afternoon tea or sipping evening wine! Redesigned just
for you with Woodmark solid maple cabinets over slab
granie counters, stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, GE
microwave, travertine backsplash. Reconfigured bath
highlighted by custom stone tile shower and Whirlpool
W/D. Call Dee. .................................................$389,000.
A WATERFORD GEM!
An Expanded Brookgreen awaits your inspection! New
oven, microwave, dishwasher, hot water spigot and new
carpet! Crisp and clean, you will be pleased. Call Dee.
..............................................................................$130,000.
COMING SOON
A rare Golden Gate with added half bath in a bright,
sunny entry, this New! New! New! Remodeled and
redesigned home awaits you. Another gem by L’Estrange
Construction. You will be pleased! Call Dee.
Call Dee
Littrell
Agent, Cal BRE #00630310
925-212-2418
Deelittrell@aol.com
Selling Rossmoor exclusively since 1995
Repairs
C R A I G’ S A P P L I A N C E R E PA I R
would love to help you. I work
on all appliances and brands.
25 years experience, licensed
and insured. Reasonable rates,
Rossmoor references. Please call
925-550-3586.
Windows
EXPERT WINDOW AND MIRROR
cleaning. Serving Rossmoor for
14 years. Also, professional power
washing. Cleans all exterior floor
surfaces, patios, courtyards, “Trex
Decks,” sidewalks, tile, carports.
Painting, handyman work. Kevin
James 925-933-4403.
Yard Services
YARD MAINTENANCE : pruning,
hedging, weeding, shrub removal, planting and general cleanup
service. Let me help make your
garden one to be proud of. Dave’s
Yard Maintenance ser vice. Call
925-682-8389 today.
“DROUGHT TOLERANT GARDENS”
Color also available. Just name it.
Designs, install. Gentle rates. Walnut Creek Landscape. 925-9691963.
110 Professional
Services
ATTORNEY DOROTHY HENSON :
Living trusts, wills, estate planning and probate. No charge for
initial consultation. Will meet in
your manor at your convenience.
Notary. Rossmoor resident. Call
925-935-6494 or office 925-9431620.
I BUY, SELL AND APPRAISE U.S.
and world coins and currency. 36year resident of Moraga will come
to your home upon request. Bruce
Berman, Moraga Numismatics.
Better Business Bureau member.
PCGS and NGC Dealer. 925-2839205. Go to www.sf-bay-area-col
lectible-coins.com or email king
fisher.94556@yahoo.com.
WATERFORD
Large 1-bedroom, 1-½ bath first floor Chatsworth.
Enjoy your morning coffee on the sunny patio.
New carpet and paint. Close to parking. Reduced
to $229,000!
GOLDEN GATE
Level-in 2-bedroom, 1-bath with new carpet and
paint. Very convenient to Rossmoor activities and
bus stop. Priced at an affordable $275,000.
COMING SOON
Kentfield – 2-bedroom, 1-bath with remodeled kitchen and bath. Washer/dryer in unit. Enclosed porch
for extra space. Lots of guest parking and carport
very close. Call for price.
For information call
Valerie Petersen
Realtor Associate
BRE #00974130
932-1162 or direct 287-3327
or 925-623-3076
110 Professional
Services
NOTARY PUBLIC DICK HARROW
Rossmoor resident. I make house
calls and will come to your home.
20-plus years experience. Special
expertise in real estate documents.
Cell: 510-459-5770, basigningser
vice@yahoo.com.
111 Writing /Editing
PROFESSIONAL EDITOR for writers and storytellers. Fiction, nonfiction, memoirs, screenplays,
stage plays, speeches, even an
occasional love letter! Plus desktop publishing. In person or online.
Paul Weisser: 510-710-2249. Or
editinggg@gmail.com. My website, http://editor-writer.net, links to
a TV interview.
HAD A WONDERFUL LIFE? Or not?
Want to write a book for your family? Or a large audience? It is hard
work but I’ll be doing most of it.
Free estimate. Louise Lacey, 510525-7502.
115 Health Services
HOME VISIT MASSAGE for discomfort relief or relaxation. Excellent
professional service. 19 years in
local practice. CA State Certified;
WC Business License. Call Edward McGee, CMT: 925-943-1638
or www.aperfectmomentmassage.
com.
SEEKING PAIN RELIEF? Northern
California’s Premier Pain Specialists. Dr. Longton, Dr. Kalra and Dr.
Shinaman are ready to see you!
Pain medicine consultants. 925287-1256 or www.painmedicine
consultants.com.
PILATES AND YOGA PRIVATE lessons available at your home. Master instructor with 30 plus years experience and a Rossmoor resident.
Call 510-290-6768 for information
and to schedule an appointment.
SUFFERING FROM PAIN? Joint /
back pain? Arthritis? Neuropathy?
Fatigue? You can be treated with
acupuncture in the convenience of
your own home. David Heron L.Ac,
510-982-1875 or www.rossmoor
homeacupuncture.com.
120 Seeking
Employment
Caregivers
QUALIT Y ELDER- CARE Ser ving
Rossmoor since 1991. 20+ years
vast gerontology experience
with physically disabled, stroke,
post-surger y, dementia, Alzheimer’s, hospice. Skilled, professional, cheerful and affordable. Excellent references. Licensed/bonded.
Fifth generation native Californian.
Carolyn, 925-933-6475.
THE CARING HAND Home Care Referral Agency has a registry of professional caregivers who can provide non-medical services which
includes personal care and light
housekeeping services. Call Beth
Sanchez for assistance at 925899-3976, 510-352-8041.
I AM A COMPASSIONATE caregiver, experienced in all phases of
healthcare, any hours. Licensed
and bonded. Excellent references.
Will drive to all entertainments and
appointments. Call Susan, 925849-5611.
ELDERLY CARE WITH 20 years
experience. Excellent references,
care for stroke, Alzheimer’s, emphysema, diabetes, heart problems, hospice care, etc. Cooking,
errands, exercises, medicine, light
housekeeping. Live-in, long and
short hours. Sylvia 925-768-0178
or Mary 925-676-9309.
COMPASSIONATE CARE services.
Live-in, live-out, hourly. For seniors
with special needs or care. We
have 18 years experience, good
references. We are honest and
trustworthy. Call Lyla or Marilyn at
925-818-2248.
33A
120 Seeking Employment
HENRY STEVENS HOME HEALTH
Care- Known for being one of the
most dependable, reliable, reasonably-priced Filipino caregivers.
Experienced with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, stroke, hospice. Bonded
and insured. Henry, 925-639-8116,
or Elizabeth, 925-719-3084.
PRECIOUS HOME CAREGIVERS
Quality ser vice of non-medical
care since 1990. Dependable, fully screened, criminal background
check. Rates start at $18 /hour,
live-in $180/day. Free assessment.
Please call 925-939-0197.
PASSIONATE, HONEST and reliable
caregiver. Highly experienced. For
cooking, cleaning, personal care,
appointments, housekeeping, driving and much more. References,
acceptable wages and flexible for
anytime of the day/live-in or out.
Part /full-time caregiver. Call Siu
925-705-2802 or 925-826-4339.
HONEST, LOVING AND TRUSTED
caregiver. 15 years experience, excellent references. Will do doctor’s
appointment, cooking, light house
cleaning, nonsmoker, own car, livein or out. Please call Felita, 925999-0167.
CERTIFIED NURSE Can do all kinds
of light housekeeping, cook, drive
you to errands, appointments and
shopping. Assist you in all kinds
of exercises. Can work full time or
part time. Please call Nini, 925852-3766.
CA R E G I V E R S , M A L E / F E M A L E
Filipino, excellent, experienced,
mature, honest, reliable, punctual, caring, personal care, driving,
s h o p p in g, c o o k in g, e d u c ate d,
speaks clear English. References,
live-in, sleep-over or hourly. Louie
Cell-925-818-9645.
CARING CAREGIVERS - Over 10
years of vast experience providing
total patient care. We are 3 professional native Californians. 4-hour
minimum. Call Priscilla 925-3300192, Susan 925-788-9605, Betty
(not an agency) 925-274-3866.
ACTIVE CAREGIVERS reliable, caring, dependable in-home care services. Fully screened with criminal
background check. Rates negotiable. Starts $16/hour (live-out) or
$160/day (live-in). Please call 925939-4085.
HELPING HANDS: AN organization
of caregivers are here to serve your
community. Reliable, compassionate and credentialed. Background
checked. Call Yvette, 925-8269564, or Dudley, 925-826-4837.
EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER Available 24/7 can start immediately.
Reasonable rates, honest and reliable. Own insured transportation.
Cook, clean, administer meds, run
errands, personal care. Great references! Linda, 925-565-5153.
PRIVATE CAREGIVER 20 years experience highly trained in all levels
of health with the ability to make
seniors feel comfortable and safe
in their home. I can do errands and
light housekeeping. I will do hourly
and live-in. Rates are negotiable.
Sophia Scott, 510-586-2932.
SUSIE PROVIDES excellent care
companion for your loved one.
Bathing, medications, errands,
appointments, light cooking and
housekeeping. In-home assisted
living. Personable and reliable. 12
years experience with dementia
and Alzheimer’s. References. 925300-6012.
ANGEL TENDER CARE Dependable, reliable, reasonably priced,
excellent references. Experienced
26 years with Parkinson’s, MS,
stroke and cancer. Companions,
hospice, errands, appointments
and light housekeeping. Call Sophia, 650-630-1109, or Latta, 925497-0507.
RETIRED STANFORD NURSE seeks
Part-time home care. Call now for
the extra care you deserve. 925457-1431.
Watch Fun Day entertainment
on Channel 28.
FI N D I N G A GOOD CAREG IVER
is like trying to find a needle in a
haystack. Guess what? You’ve just
found your needle. With 30-plus
years experience in skilled nursing
facilities, hospitals, private homes,
including Rossmoor, I’ve done it all.
I’m a red, white and blue dyed in the
wool American. Stellar references
available. Wandra, 925-334-4886.
PASSIONATE CAREGIVER for 10
years. Good references. Can assist
with bathing, medication, cooking
and housekeeping. Live-in/hourly
negotiable. Call Jacky 925-7279337.
RESPITE CARE Can do catheter,
transfer, meal preparation, light
cleaning, Alzheimer’s, dementia
care, stroke and diabetes. Transportation, administer meds, personal care and hospice care, 18-plus
years of experience. Honest, reliable, punctual, patient, excellent references. letter of recommendation.
Live-in, part time, full time. Beauty,
510-221-1346, or AJ, 510-500-2122.
beautyfehoko@yahoo.com.
I AM SEEKING A CAREGIVER job.
Weekends only. Excellent employment history, including acute care,
home health and skilled nursing
facilities for 20 years. Call Angel,
925-787-1608.
LIVE-IN SENIOR COMPANION care
manager position wanted social
worker with 10 years experience in
geriatrics wants to provide excellent
service. I have excellent references. My background is also in music and art therapy, gardening, nutrition and massage. Email maryei
leen17@juno.com or call 828-2265735.
Caregivers – Rossmoor
CARING CAREGIVERS - Over 10
years of vast experience providing
total patient care. We are 3 professional native Californians. 4-hour
minimum. Call Priscilla 925-3300192, Susan 925-788-9605, Betty
(not an agency) 925-274-3866.
HOME CARE PROVIDER : Caring
companionship, light housekeeping, errands and transportation.
Alzheimer’s and dementia care.
Medication reminders. Meal preparation. Up to 24-hr. care and affordable rates. Please call 925-2852427 leave a message.
PASSIONATE HOME HEALTH Care.
Serving the elderly back to health.
Providing 24/7 live-in care, direct
hourly care. Highly educated, loving, trained as RN, over 7 years in
PT, dementia care. Assists with exercise and PT. Excellent Rossmoor
references. Mia, 510-593-7066.
Caregivers – Rossmoor
Driver /Errands
Housecleaning
ROSSMOOR RESIDENT- Retired
registered nurse available! Seeking
a caregiving position in Rossmoor.
30 years experience. I am American. Great cook. Caring, compassionate and reliable. Will live in/out.
Contact Betty at 925-954-8705.
EXPERIENCED, PROFESSIONAL
driver available to Rossmoor residents for door-to-door service to
doctors, dentists, shopping, airports and long distance. Wine tours
available. Licensed, insured, safe,
dependable. Call “Jonny” 925-3958181. Excellent Rossmoor references! TCP 25475.
“ELISA’S HOUSECLEANING” Over
20 years experience in Rossmoor
with many repeat clients. We’ll
clean your home back to tip-top
shape, from rooms to inside oven
and patio. Call 212-6831 or email
elisazuniga18@yahoo.com or ariellisa.ez@gmail.com.
I AM A RETIRED HOSPICE nurse
and a Rossmoor resident to provide companionship, light housekeeping, errands, meal preparation, assist with personal care and
medications. No minimum hours/
days. Call Ann 925-947-0473.
JULIE’S COMPASSIONATE Homecare. Can take care of all your daily needs. Delicious meal prep and
planning for your special personal
medical condition, running errands,
doctor visits and companionship.
Many years experience in all facets
of in-hone care from light housekeeping to hospice care. Will provide in-home therapeutic massage
and yoga based on your physical
needs. Have worked as a professional for 12 years. Excellent references. Honest and loyal. $18/hour.
Julie, 925-917-1884.
Personal Assistant/Companion
HELPING HANDS/PERSONAL Assistant. Transportation to doctor
appointments, grocer y / clothes
shopping, errands, etc. I am reliable, honest and caring. Rossmoor
references. I would love to help
you! Call Linda at 925-825-2181.
BETTER HEALTH CARE Assist in
bathing, medication, shopping,
cooking, housekeeping. Expe rienced care with Alzheimer’s,
strokes, Parkinson’s and dementia. Live-in $150 per day, short /
long hours, negotiable rate. No
agency fee. 925-330-4760 or 650580-6334.
HI ! I’M A PERSONABLE, warm,
gentle, caring and fun-loving caregiver that can keep you company
on walks, cook meals, drive you
to appointments, help around the
house and care for pets. Diane,
925-435-5498 or acomor09@ya
hoo.com.
NEED ASSISTANTS? I am responsible, reliable and caring and would
love to help you with any needs.
Errands, cooking, appointments,
personal assistance, house cleaning or any pet sitting or walking.
References upon request. Please
call Laurie Burns, 925-389-1494.
Exercise daily to Rossmoor
TV Channel 28’s 9 a.m.
fitness show.
DRIVING IN ROSSMOOR 15 years,
reliable. All airports, cruise lines,
doctors, shopping, Call Pat 925939 -7942, Cell 925 - 3 0 0 - 5225.
Thank you.
NEED A RIDE? DOOR-TO-DOOR
service for seniors. Personalized,
safe prompt driving. Local /long
distance airports. Accommodates
some wheelchairs, all walkers. Will
stand by for doctor visits, etc. Affordable rates. Scheduling by appointment only. References. Jay,
925-457-7125.
DRIVER FOR SHOPPING medical/
dental appointments and airports.
Safe, reliable, licensed, insured.
Rossmoor resident. Scheduling
by appointment preferred but will
accommodate short notice if available. Wheelchairs /walkers OK.
Gary, 925-954-8802 or 510-4598307.
DRIVE WITH MIKE Rossmoor resident, to all airports, doctor’s and
dentist’s. Competitive rates. References available. 925-286-1551.
TR AN SPORTAT ION - R IDE in my
comfortable sedan. I’m friendly, reliable, safety-trained and insured. I
can do wheelchair to car transfers
for you. Let’s go! Contact Suzy at
925-323-7640.
Housecleaning
“DUST-NO-MORE” Your housekeeping solution. We cater to your individual cleaning needs. Reliable,
dependable, quality service with
Rossmoor references. Licensed
and Bonded. Call Barbara, 925228-9841.
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W E P R OV I D E H I G H Q UA L I T Y
housecleaning services, reliable,
hardworking at your service. We
also offer special discounts for repeat customers and when you refer
a friend. 925-207-9683. queenofcleaningca.com.
PROFESSIONAL HOUSEKEEPER
with excellent references and 20
years of experience. Price negotiable. Job big or small—not a problem. Call Sonia, 925-367-8528.
JACQUELINE’S HOUSEKEEPING
25 years experience. Comparable
prices. Detail oriented. Specializing
in hardwood floors. Free estimates.
Licensed and insured. 925-698-1073.
LOURDES HOUSE CLEANING More
than 20 years experience. All types
of housecleaning, windows, patios,
baseboards etc. Call for free estimates. Cell 925-727-6982 or home
925-432-2071.
EXPERIENCED, RELIABLE friendly housekeeper available noon to
3 p.m. Mondays, Thursdays and
Fridays. Excellent references. Reasonable rates. Call Tera at 925408-1342.
Miscellaneous
“RENT-A- GENT” House, garden,
repair, clean home/garage, hauling. Just name it! Young, strong,
reliable, reasonable. References.
Walnut Creek resident. Steve, 925285-6993. Thank you!
130 Help Wanted
INTERIM HEALTHCARE Staffing:
“When it matters most, count on
us.” 1717 North California Blvd,
S u i te 2C. Wa l n u t Cr e e k , CA .
94596. Phone 925-482-9200 or
Fax 925 -944-7011. walckstaffdi
rect@interimhealthcare.com or
www.interimhealthcare.com/east
bay.
GREAT HOMES
Pleasant Piedmont
Townhouse
3 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath, Plus Half Bath
~AMAZING PRICE for 1739 Square Feet
~Pristine Condition D
~ ILots
N G of Upgrades
P E NLocation
~Great
~ Walking Distance to All Major Clubhouses
~Rare Gas Forced Air HVAC
$429,000
CLASSIC CLAREMONT
2 Bedroom, 2 Full Bath, Plus Bonus Room
~PristineD
Condition
G
PEN IN
~Everything
Sparkles
~Convenient Stack Washer & Dryer
$269,000
Lori Young
Rossmoor Specialist
CalBRE #01363672
Please call me for any of your
real estate needs.
(925) 787-6357
Lori@LoriYoung.com
www.LoriYoung.com
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, INTEGRITY = RESULTS
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Rossmoor Realty
1641 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek CA 94595
Rossmoor Realty is a Division of Rossmoor Properties Inc. CalBRE License No.
No.012779936.
012779936.
EXCLUSIVE LISTING AVAILABLE ONLY THROUGH ROSSMOOR REALTY
VILLA NUEVO – WALK RIGHT IN! Ground floor 2 bedroom, 2 bath plus den and 2 balconies condo with wonderful views of woods and Mt. Diablo. Remodeled
kitchen. Huge living room with dining area, fireplace and balcony access. Spacious master suite with walk-in closet. Garage and carport. ....................$649,000
MLS LISTINGS - COOPERATIVES
2 BEDS, 1 BATH
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
CARMEL – LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Nicely updated home
overlooking 18th fairway. All newly renovated and ready to go! New paint,
carpet, linoleum, new washer/dryer. Lots of guest parking! ........ $348,000
CARMEL – SUMPTUOUS REMODEL AWAITS. Thoughtfully remodeled by
L’Estrange Construction this beautiful home features: stainless steel Frigidaire
appliances & sink, Woodmark glazed maple cabinetry, slab granite counter
with travertine backsplash. Reconfigured bathroom offers large shower with
travertine floors & surround, stack WD. Slate surfaced patio in front & tiled,
fenced patio in back. Brushed nickel hinges, fixtures, faucets, two-panel
doors, crown molding, designer baseboards.................................$429,000
SEQUOIA – A MUST SEE! Pleasant view! Upgraded by Toupin! New
cabinets, stainless steel appliances, skylights, granite counters, stall shower
with beautiful stone work, gorgeous flooring & top quality carpets, plantation
shutters, close to Gateway! FURTHER REDUCTION! NEW PRICE!!..$299,000
SEQUOIA – BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED HOME featuring updated kitchen with
skylight, bosch DW, built-in microwave and side by side refrigerator. recessed
lighting in living room, mirrored closet doors, updated bath with stack WD,
tile around tub. It’s a beauty! NEW PRICE!!................................. $309,000
SEQUOIA – BEAUTIFUL REMODEL IN LOVELY SETTING. Brand new kitchen
and bath. Gorgeous cabinets, granite counters, crown molding, smooth
ceilings, mirrored closet doors, closet organizers, new paint, recessed lighting,
beautifully tiled walk-in shower, stack WD. New HVAC. Only one building in
entry. Conveniently located directly across from Hillside Clubhouse and pool... ...................................................................................................$339,000
SEQUOIA – BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED & REDESIGNED by Fred L’Estrange
Construction. Kitchen features American Woodmark glazed maple cabinetry, slab
granite counters & stone tile backsplash with mosaic touches. All new stainless
steel Frigidaire smooth top stove, refrigerator, DW, GE Profile microwave,
stainless steel sinks & hood. Brushed nickel hardware. Crown molding & base
boards. 2 panel doors & mirrored closet doors throughout. Bath features beautiful
tile shower, new vanity & stack Whirpool WD. Quality carpeting, vinyl, wood-look
flooring. FURTHER REDUCTION! MUST SEE!! .......................................$349,000
SEQUOIA WRAP – FABULOUSLY UNIQUE REMODEL – ONE OF A
KIND! Everything top of the line! Reconfigured kitchen/dining room,
granite counters, stall shower with tuscan tiles, recessed lighting,
coffered ceilings, double pane windows, and much more!...$354,000
SEQUOIA WRAP – A SUMPTUOUS REMODEL by L’Estrange Construction.
Reconfigured bath and kitchen, solid maple cabinets by American Woodmark
throughout. Stainless steel Frigidaire appliances, slab granite counters
throughout. Located in a quiet, tree studded entry. NEW PRICE!!...$379,000
SONOMA – QUIET & PRIVATE LOCATION. New carpet, full sized stack W/D,
stall shower, tiled kitchen counters, crown molding. Pleasant view from open
veranda, light & bright. Carport is close by.................................. $237,500
SONOMA – CHARMING DOLLHOUSE IN PRISTINE CONDITION. New granite
counters, carpet & linoleum. Fresh paint. Smooth ceilings. Private fenced
patio with wrought iron gate. Close to carport. NEW PRICE!!........$245,000
TAMALPAIS – FABULOUS GOLF COURSE LOCATION! Top floor, vaulted ceilings,
new carpet and paint, staged, gas stove! Kitchen with breakfast nook and gas stove.
Formal dining room with balcony access. Living room has fireplace and dramatic
high ceilings. Spacious master suite with walk-in closet, alcove with seat and access
to balcony. .......................................................................................... $399,000
SOLD
SOLD
SOLD
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
SONOMA WRAP – RECENT REMODEL. New paint, carpet, newer vinyl,
smooth ceilings, crown molding. New stainless steel appliances, granite
countertops & maple pull-out cabinetry & pantry. Full size stack W/D. Super
spacious master bedroom suite with walk-in shower and double heightened
sinks. All mirrored closets and 6 panel doors throughout. Front deck
enclosure with quality custom built-in cabinetry. Semi open side wrap for
outdoor living with lots of extra storage cabinets. Wonderful extra bonus
room for office or hobbies. Lovely, tranquil tree studded setting. Just a few
steps to carport & laundry. NEW PRICE!!....................................$369,000
SOLD
3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
PIEDMONT TOWNHOUSE – SPECTACULAR VIEWS OF THE GOLF COURSE.
1700+ sq ft. Golf course view and view of hills, from patio & living room and from the extra
large master bedroom. Newly painted, new carpet and vinyl, new toilets and light fixtures. Full
size washer/dryer. Light and bright, ready for move in. Carport near by. ............... $515,000
MLS LISTINGS - CONDOMINIUMS
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
GALLOWAY – OUTSTANDING GOLF COURSE VIEWS. Top floor beauty featuring
vaulted ceilings, new carpet and paint. Kitchen with breakfast nook and gas stove.
Formal dining room with balcony access. Fireplace in living room. Spacious master suite
with walk-in closet, alcove with seat and access to sunny, view balcony with panoramic
golf course views. ........................................................................................ $589,000
WOODSIDE – WONDERFUL PENTHOUSE STYLE HOME AT PINNACLE RIDGE.
Dramatic volume ceilings, fireplace and mantel. Wonderful deck with views. Crown
molding, paneled interior doors. Large eat-in kitchen with tile counters and backsplash.
Large walk-in shower with glass door in master bath. Spacious walk-in closet.
Convenient elevator access, underground parking. Golf port space included. Community
pool. NEW PRICE! FURTHER REDUCTION!! ................................................... $425,000
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
SOLD
SANTA CRUZ - WONDERFUL LEVEL-IN CONDO. Very light and bright, steps away
from parking, new paint and carpet, updated kitchen, new Trane heating system: 1yr
old! A real winner! NEW PRICE!..................................................................$439,000
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
WESTBURY – WONDERFUL CORNER SETTING with wrap around balcony
with view of trees and Tice Creek. Light and bright. Fully equipped kitchen with
window. Spacious master suite with walk-in closet and shower. Stack washer
dryer. Seller will give carpet allowance..............................................$439,000
1 BED, 1.5 BATHS
CHATSWORTH - A delight to
show! Fully equipped kitchen. Very
close to elevator and dining room.
NEW PRICE!! FURTHER REDUCTION!
.......................................$239,000
CHATSWORTH – ENJOY YOUR
MORNING COFFEE from the sunny
patio. New paint and carpet, light
and bright well maintained unit.
Close to parking & bus. Convenient
first floor - no elevators!
.................................... $229,000
CHATSWORTH – LIGHT &
CHEERFUL close to elevator and
dining. Neutral carpet, fully
equipped kitchen, attractive window
coverings. Nice deck with view of
trees. ............................. $275,000
1 BED, 1 BATH
EXP BROOKGREEN – NICE
UPDATES! New oven, microwave,
dishwasher, carpet and hot water heater.
Nice outlook, near elevator. $130,000
SOLD
SHOWCASE
Sumptuous Saratoga
ROSSMOOR REALTY PRESENTS
Completely remodeled in 2013.
Upgrades include designer front
door, vinyl, flooring in entry,
kitchen & bath. Rope lighting
& stacked washer dryer in entry.
Upgraded designer carpeting,
coffered ceilings, crown moldings
& baseboards. Dual pane
windows throughout, mirrored
closet doors, recessed lighting.
Kitchen boasts granite counters,
glass backsplash, stainless
appliances & a fabulous skylight.
Bathroom has marble counters,
beautifully tiled marble surround
in shower with bench seat and
another incredible skylight.
Offered at $430,000
FIRST SUNDAY
OF EVERY MONTH
PRESENTED BY MARY JANE MADDEN (925) 980-1664.
FEATURED LISTING l FEATURED LISTING l FEATURED LISTING
OPEN
HOUSE
TOUR
SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 7
1:00 - 4:00 p.m
View! View! View! Smashing 3 bed, 2.5 bath Piedmont Townhouse
with panoramic view by day and twinkling lights by night. Some newer appls.
Fabulous walk-in tub, huge living room and master suite. Have a pet? Walk out to
lush lawn. Take a peek, you won’t want to leave!.....................Offered at $528,000
PRESENTED BY SONJA WEAVER ( 925 ) 323-2671.
SPOTLIGHT
LISTING
Open to all
Rossmoor Residents
- Bring your Friends!
FOR MORE INFORMATION
CALL 925.932.1162
SPOTLIGHT
LISTING
Level-In Golden Gate in Park-Like Setting
All level, single row, currently one bedroom + den and bath. Travertine
tile throughout, full size stack washer dryer, smooth ceilings, open kitchen
to living room.
Sunny atrium
for outdoor
living. Tree
Great entry
with lush lawns
A Villa
Robles
in the
Tops
and
seating
area.
Close
to
carport.
2 bedroom, 2 bath condo featuring new carpet and linoleum. Fresh paint.
OfferedFireplace
at $379,000
Top floor end unit. Vaulted ceilings.
in living room....Call For Price
PRESENTED BY LINDA FERNBACH (925 ) 708-1920.
Beautiful Sequoia Updated Throughout.
Kitchen features custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, built-in micro,
side-by-side refrigerator. Mirrored closed doors. Updated bathroom with
stall shower and stack washer dryer. Double pane windows and door in
living/dining room. New carpet. Carport close by.........Offered at $329,000
PRESENTED BY
MARILYN VAN STORY ( 925 ) 209-1046.
Call The Rossmoor Experts Today at
(925) 932-1162
www.rossmoorrealty.com l 1-800-980-7653 (SOLD)
35A
36A
140 Wanted
I BUY ANTIQUES AND collectibles.
From pottery, lighting and glass,
thru silver, furniture, jewelry and
paintings. Estates are welcome
and conducted professionally. Free
phone evaluations. Call Mel at 925229-2775 or 925-228-8977 or Lydia
Knapp 925-932-3499.
COINS GOLD, SILVER BOUGHTExperienced buyer of estates,
collections and accumulations of
American coins, foreign coins and
gold jewelry. Professional, courteous service. Rossmoor house calls
since 1978. Please call Joseph T.
Silva 925-372-8743.
WANTED: OLD AMERICAN INDIAN
baskets, rugs and blankets, pottery, beadwork or other artifacts;
also California and Southwest
paintings; highly qualified and professional. Personal and corporate
references available upon request.
707-996-1820.
ESTATE LIQUIDATION- Full-service
estate liquidation. Complete or partial household. Experts in antiques,
furniture and art. Trusted family
business for over 40 years. Call the
professionals at Hudson’s Estate
Liquidations. 510-645-5844. Free
assessment. Fully insured. License
2451174.
I BUY 1950S FURNITURE! Danish
modern, Widdicomb, Herman Miller, Knoll, Dunbar, etc. One piece or
entire estate! Highest prices paid.
$$$. Call Rick 510-219-9644. Fast,
courteous house calls.
ANTIQUES ; ALL OLDER ITEMS
wanted. Single items to entire estates. Full estate liquidation services. Highest prices paid. Paintings, silver, pot ter y, cameras,
watches, toys, jewelr y, photos,
glass, furniture, etc. Anything old.
Hauling services available. 925324-1522.
I BUY, SELL AND APPRAISE U.S.
and world coins and currency. 36year resident of Moraga will come
to your home upon request. Bruce
Berman, Moraga Numismatics.
Better Business Bureau member.
PCGS and NGC Dealer. 925-2839205. Go to www.sf-bay-area-co
llectible-coins.com or email king
fisher.94556@yahoo.com.
SELL YOUR ITEMS ON EBAY I will
pick up your items and sell. Experienced in antiques, vintage and
fine jewelry, designer items, sterling and china. Julie, daughter of
Rossmoor resident, eBay registered trading assistant. 925-6834010 or email adreamcometrue@
pacbell.net.
G R A N N Y- N A N N Y WA N T E D We
have 4 children (ages 3-11), but
no grandparents nearby. We are
looking for someone to help with
things that grandparents usually
do. Please call Sarah at 925-9524372.
Please recycle this newspaper.
Play Channel 28 Bingo at
home on the first Tuesday
of the month. It’s free.
SPECTACULAR PANORAMIC VIEWS. A beautiful Villa
Robles. Approx. 1500 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths,
high ceiling and fireplace. Garage and carport. Views of
Mt. Diablo and golf course.............................. $565.000.
VIEWS OF THE WESTERN HILLS. Upper level Tahoe.
Approx. 1540 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and
DEN. Detached garage. Sylvan setting with large deck
and breath-taking views.................................. $600,000.
DAVE CARON
Realtor ®
BRE #00427819
Commitment, Trust & Integrity
( 925 )
708-6034
150 Real Estate
Information
165 Rooms /
Shared Housing
170 Real Estate
Wanted
WE PROVIDE OPEN AND honest real
estate expertize. Call the 2 golden
girls Sheron or Yvonne, of Better
Homes and Gardens Mason McDuffie. Call us now 925-482-6311.
email: team@the2goldengirls.com.
LOOKING FOR SINGLE WOMAN
55-plus to split rent (up to $1,100/
month). I am 60, retired from gardening and easy to live with. Quit
smoking. No pets. Maria, 925-9377429.
I AM INTERESTED IN renting a
1-bedroom apartment in Rossmoor
for the last two weeks of February
2015. Please contact Ann at acmatyas@rogers.com or 613-8283147. Thank you.
155 Real Estate
For Sale
170 Real Estate
Wanted
SONOMA , PRISTINE ORIGINAL
condition ! Enclosed veranda is
great as office. 2 BD/1 BA. Pleasing outlook /view. Lovely, expansive area with mature trees, beautiful landscaping. Carport close.
Lots of visitor parking. Bus stop
near. Reduced to $225,000. Betty
Case, Rossmoor Realty, 932-1162
ext. 3347 or cell 360-0693.
2-BEDROOM, 1 OR 2 BATH unit,
furnished or unfurnished needed
immediately by current Rossmoor
residents and one cat. 6-month prepaid lease preferred. Security deposit as desired by landlord. Condition unimportant. I am marketing
my lovely unit for sale. Please call
Barbara at 925-325-2628, leave
message, or email rossmoorliv
ing@aol.com. Thank you.
COUPLE NEEDS TO RENT Furnished 1- or 2-bedroom unit for October to January time frame. Dates
are flexible. Call Tony, 248-2196485 (EST) or email tonyL1208@
yahoo.com.
SONOMA PRIVATE end of cul-desac location ! 2 BD /1 BA. New
carpet, good condition, full-sized
washer/dryer, stall shower, tiled
kitchen counters, crown molding. Light /bright. Pleasant view
from open deck. Carport close. A
great buy at $237,500. Betty Case,
Rossmoor Realty, 932-1162 ext.
3347 or cell 360-0693.
NEWLY REMODELED SONOMA: 2
BD/1 BA, new paint, carpet. Updated kitchen and bath, close to
parking, W/D. Beautiful Mt. Diablo
views! $259,000. Call Rich Burris,
Keller Williams, 925-322-1031.
G ALLOWAY U PPE R - E N D U N I T
2 BD/ 2 BA, 1,403 sq. feet. Updates galore. Wrap-around deck
with Hillside views. Of fered at
$559,000. David Silva, Muir West
Realty, 925-229-1400.
SEQUOIA WRAP! Unique remodel! Everything top of the line! Reconfigured kitchen /dining room,
granite counters, stall shower, recessed lighting, double-paned windows, washer/dryer, etc. etc. Deck
wraps around side of building. Only
$354,000. Betty Case, Rossmoor
Realty, 932-1162 ext. 3347 or cell
360-0693.
165 Rooms /
Shared Housing
SINGLE WOMAN WANTS to rent a
room on or around Oct. 1 for up to
6 months or longer. Please contact
Helene, hlburnach@live.com, or
JoAnne, 510-521-5671.
LOOK HERE FOR A reliable respectful 50-year-old wanting immediate housing with private room and
bath, use of property, kitchen, laundry. Need Wi-Fi computer hook-up
if possible. No smoking. References available. Please call 925-2101060.
SINGLE MAN WANTS TO rent furnished 1 or 2 bedroom, 1 bath for
six months or longer on or about
Oct. 1. Dates are flexible. Call Winston, 925-376-8490 or email vanwinegarden@aol.com.
ROSSMOOR COUPLE WANTS to
lease for one year or more a large
2-3 bedroom manor at a higher elevation. We will pay more for right
place. No agents please. Call 925285-4086.
RETIRED UNIVERSITY PROF. and
wife seek furnished Rossmoor
rental from approximately Jan. 15,
2015, through April 1, 2015, or a
portion of that time. No smoking, no
pets. We will be very respectful of
your home. References available.
Call 319-351-4342.
RENT/ SWAP/ BUY ROSSMOOR 2
BD/1 BA, furnished home, 1-month
minimum. 2014 tryout rent or swap
for 7-room Boston house. Quiet
upscale location leading to cash
purchase. Rossmoor references.
617-731-0891.
ROSSMOOR RESIDENTS looking
for a 2-bedroom furnished rental for
January and February 2015 while
renovations are being done on our
unit. Harry and Judy, 510-409-1533
o r j u d y. a n d r ew@ c o m c a s t .n e t .
Thank you.
175 Vacation Rental
MENDOCINO OCEAN-FRONT
Beautiful custom home, dramatic
views. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Hot
tub. One level. All amenities. Special Rossmoor resident rates. Owner, 925-947-3923 or 707-964-2605.
Leave message.
CARMEL GUEST COTTAGE Monterey Jazz Festival Sept. 19, 20 and
21. Queen bed, full kitchen, gated
garden. Private! Off-street parking.
15-minute walk to downtown Carmel. $225/night, $595 all 3 nights.
831- 625-3971 or bev write@sbc
global.net.
180 Pets
ELI Z ABE TH ’S PE T AN D HOM E
Care. Dog walks and cat sitting.
Experienced in veterinarian care.
I also can assist you with ap pointments, errands and chores.
Rossmoor resident. Call 925-9445603.
OVERNIGHT DOG SITTING in my
home with pickup and deliver y
available. Bonded and insured.
Enjoy your vacation without worrying about your darling dog. Auntie
Pat’s Pets. References available.
925-930-8871.
DOG AND HOME WATCH: Retired,
local teacher available for livein home/pet care: walks, special
needs are fine. Also, included while
you’re away are a clean home,
laundry and a stocked refrigerator.
References. Dede, 925-699-7722.
HAVE A PET YOU NEED pampered?
Call Robin at 925-407-5343 for dog
walking, light grooming and poop
scooping. Experienced pet care
with excellent references and reasonable rates.
PAWS ‘N’ PURRS PET SERVICE
Loving attention for your pets. Dog
walking, cat care and claw clipping.
Call Kathy, 932- 073 4 ; Angela,
997-4795; or Debra, 925-708-2719
Rossmoor residents.
THE CAT WHISPERER would love to
care for your cat/s. I promise that I
will know his/her personality before
you return. Rate $10/visit. Please
email me at nancy warner 69@
gmail.com or call me at 389-1129.
Legal Notices
Serene Santa Clara
This lovely Santa Clara condo is totally level-in
making it accessible for all. There is no one above or
below and only one shared neighbor. The property
has been updated throughout with granite counter
tops in the kitchen and bathrooms, smooth ceilings,
a new shower and fixtures throughout. You won’t
have to do a thing before you move in as the
home is in pristine condition with new flooring and
fresh paint throughout. Located in a great small
independent mutual. Offered for $485,000.
Agents/Owners
ANN CANTRELL
639-7970 BRE 01058289
ELIZABETH HASLAM
899-5097 BRE 01494942
www.yourrossmoorrealtor.com
1950 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F-0005050-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing business as: Kazie Afsari Realty & Associates, 3268 Withers Ave., Lafayette, CA
Kazie Afsari
3268 Withers Ave.
Lafayette, CA 94549
Business conducted by an Individual.
business name listed above.
s/ Kazie Afsari
This statement was filed with
Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk
of Contra Costa County, on date
indicated by file stamp.
County Clerk
Legal RN 5701
Publish Aug. 20, 27, Sept. 3 and 10, 2014
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Rossmoor News • September 3, 2014
1950
TICE VALLEY BLVD.
WALNUT CREEK
925-937-6050
Ann Cantrell
639-7970
37A
Elizabeth Haslam
899-5097
CO-OWNERS/AGENTS
Loc Barnes
639-9594
Dave Caron
708-6034
Sue Choe
212-2605
Bernadette Dugan
683-7957
Jeanette Evans
408-5172
Christine Folger
200-2032
Walt Hanson
286-0654
Yvonne Jakovleski
457-7229
Patrice Jensen
989-2010
Maureen Johnston
510-813-3710
Vito LoGrasso
360-9143
Lee Lyons
683-4374
NOTARY SERVICES
Available
R O S S M O O R R E S I D E N T O W N E D A N D O P E R AT E D
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate is excited
for the upcoming festivities celebrating
Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary.
We will be at the Beach Boys Tribute Concert on
September 14th handing out water bottles and fans.
We look forward to seeing you there!
COMING SOON
COMING SOON
MONTEREY MODEL
Two bedrooms and 2 baths, enclosed balcony for more
living space, upper/corner unit, smooth ceilings, crown
molding, washer/dryer in unit, carport nearby.
SEQUOIA WRAP MODEL
Two bedrooms and 1 bath, upper/cor ner unit, open
balcony with pleasant view, washer and dr yer in
unit.
CONDOMINIUMS
SERENE SANTA CLARA
This lovely Santa Clara condo is totally level-in making
it accessible for all. There is no one above or below and
only one shared neighbor. The property has been updated
throughout with granite counter tops in the kitchen and
bathrooms, smooth ceilings, a new shower and fixtures
through you. You won’t have to do a thing before you move
in as the home is in pristine condition with new flooring and
fresh paint throughout. Located in a great small independent
mutual. Offered for ............................................ $485,000
SIERRA MODEL
Almost level-in with 2 sets of gentle steps. Pleasant entry.
Nice surroundings. Plenty of guest parking. Walking
distance to Event Center, Creekside, restaurant, golf
shop. Walnut out to patio and private backyard. Good
size bedrooms. Hardwood floor. Beautiful upgraded
kitchen. Plantation shutters.............................. $570,000
GREAT VIEWS!
Villa Nuevo model on third floor. Approx. 1640 sq.
ft. with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths and den. High ceilings, 3
skylights and fireplace. Two N
open
G decks with breathNDI and
taking views of Mt.
surrounding hills.
PEDiablo
Garage plus carport. A-dream-come-true! Listed at
....................................................................$620,000
SPECTACULAR PANORAMIC VIEWS!
Villa Robles model. Approx. 1500 sq. ft. with 2 bedrooms
and 2 baths. Pristine condition with many touches of
elegance. Open deck with unbelievable views of Mt. Diablo,
valley, and nearby hills. Attached garage plus carport. Just
listed at.............................................................. $565,000
TAHOE – SPECTACULAR UPPER LEVEL CONDO
Two bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a den. Approx. 1540 sq. ft.
with all new carpets and paint. Large deck offering views of
the western hills. ............................................... $600,000
SIERRA IN GREAT LOCATION
Lower-level 2-bedroom and 2-bathroom Sierra with views
of the western hills from the large tile patio. Updated
kitchen, dual-pane windows,
ING moulding and new
NDcrown
PEand
HVAC system. Garage
carport and close to all
clubhouses and activities................................ $525,000
EXPANDED BROOKGREEN
This third-floor Waterford unit is conveniently situated
G
close to the elevator. The home
is in move-in condition
NDINfrom
PEoutlook
and features a pleasant
its charming open
balcony. Inside laundry and storage closet....... $120,000
SANTA CRUZ IN PARK-LIKE SETTING
G floors throughout.
Tile patio, skylights and laminate
NDINclose.
PEParking
Newer furnace and A/C.
............ $455,000
Sheron McCormick Edwina Morgan-Forh
415-662-3674
323-9966
COOPERATIVES
POPULAR YOSEMITE MODEL
Conveniently located to Gateway Clubhouse with an open
space view from the spacious, gated and covered patio. This
2-bedroom, 1-and-a half-bath unit is tastefully updated with
fresh paint, newer tile, carpet and vinyl flooring, 2 panel
doors and hardware, trim, fixtures, mirrors and bathroom
countertops. Dual-paned windows, smooth ceilings and a
washer/dryer are a big plus. A very nice unit offered for....
$369,500
SONOMA—IT’S A BEAUTY
Bright and sunny popular floor plan. Hardwood floor and
tiles throughout unit. Crown molding. New baseboard.
New front door. New panel doors. Upgraded bath with
walk-in shower and washer/dryer. Mirrored closets. Large
and open balcony. Carport is very close to front door.
Pleasant entry way.............................................$299,000
SONOMA – 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM
This unit features newly carpeted living and dining rooms,
fresh paint throughout, a stacked washer and dryer and an
open deck with tree-filtered views of the hills......$238,000
SEQUOIA – BEAUTIFUL SETTING
Expansive views of trees and hills. Pristine condition
with bright, modern, updated kitchen. Remodeled bath
DINGand full-sized stacked
with large walk-in stall
PENshower
washer and dryer. Skylights in the kitchen and bathroom.
....................................................................... $275,000
SONOMA WITH MT. DIABLO VIEWS!
This charming Sonoma has fantastic views of Mt. Diablo
and the surrounding foothills from its spacious open
balcony. The floor plan features just over 1050 square feet
ING and a large open
NDbathroom
including two bedrooms,
PEone
concept living room/dining room space. The property is in
pristine move-in condition with new carpet and fresh paint
throughout. Offered at only..................................$245,000
MONTEREY WITH A VIEW
Two-bedroom, 1-bathroom Monterey tastefully updated
and surrounded by trees with views of Mt. Diablo. Smooth
ceilings, crown moulding, granite counters, stall shower,
stainless steel appliances and lots of storage. Very close
to carport, guest and street parking. Near Hillside
Clubhouse.........................................................$309,000
BEAUTIFUL SINGLE LEVEL EXPANDED
SAN FRANCISCAN
With 1330 sq. ft. This home offers an updated kitchen
and remodeled bath with a walk in jetted tub. Fresh paint
throughout and new upgraded carpeting makes this home
look fresh and inviting..........................................$348,000
SONOMA MODEL
This unit will wow you! Custom archways, beautiful crown
molding, jet tub, recessed lighting, designer front door,
covered deck with view, in unit laundry, mirrored closets
and lovely remodeled kitchen an bath................. $325,000
Curtis Nunnally
250-3970
Mary Orfali
510-326-5344
Pam Roming
997-9981
Linda Servis
415-748-2491
Faye Ann Silva
457-9231
Willy Stadie
768-6623
Rhoda Thilmony
788-4744
www.bhghome.com/rossmoor
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Legal Notices
T.S. No.: 13-51370 TSG Order No.: 0213047761 A.P.N.: 177-150-004-6 NOTE:
THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE
IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST
DATED 1/30/2002. UNLESS YOU TAKE
ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT
MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU
NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE
OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU,
YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On
9/15/2014 at 1:00 PM, Old Republic Default
Management Services, a Division of Old
Republic National Title Insurance Company
as duly appointed Trustee pursuant to
the Deed of Trust, Recorded 2/11/2002
as Instrument No. 2002-0046838-00 in
book –, page – of Official Records in the
office of the Recorder of Contra Costa
County, California, executed by: OMAR
M. BAHNASY AND BASSAMAT BAHNASY,
HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, DOWNEY
SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, F.A.,
A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS
ASSOCIATION as Beneficiary. WILL SELL
AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST
(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED
TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT
PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a)
THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS
NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR
PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF
INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED
TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR.
CHOICES
The “CARMEL”
Location, location, location right smack dab on the
Golf Course overlooking Stanley
Dollar Clubhouse. Nicely renovated. New paint,
carpet, washer/dryer. Won’t last!
$348,000
Wonderful “WOODSIDE”
BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time
of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by
a state or national bank, a check drawn by
a state or federal credit union, or a check
drawn by a state or federal savings and
loan association, savings association, or
savings bank specified in section 5102 of
the Financial Code and authorized to do
business in this state). Behind the Civic
Center designation sign at the corner of
Willow Pass Road and Parkside Drive,
1900 Parkside Drive, Concord, CA 94519
all right, title and interest conveyed to and
now held by it under said Deed of Trust in
the property situated in said County and
state, and as more fully described in the
above referenced Deed of Trust. The street
address and other common designation, if
any, of the real property described above
is purported to be: 1549 SPRINGBROOK
ROAD , WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596 The
undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability
for any incorrectness of the street address
and other common designation, if any,
shown herein. Said sale will be made in an
“AS IS” condition, but without covenant or
warranty, expressed or implied, regarding
title, possession, or encumbrances, to
pay the remaining principal sum of the
note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust,
with interest thereon, as provided in
said note(s), advances, if any, under the
terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated
fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee
and of the trusts created by said Deed of
Trust, to-wit: $473,394.86 (Estimated).
Accrued interest and additional advances,
if any, will increase this figure prior to
sale. It is possible that at the time of sale
the opening bid may be less than the total
indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL
BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on
Penthouse style living, 2-bedroom, 2-bath, all-level
condo. Great views, walk-in closet, private pool.
Exterior of building being renovated.
Will have complete new look soon.
$425,000
Betty Case
PRICE SLASHED FOR FAST SALE!
The “Santa Cruz”
Charming single story, level-in beauty, with new
paint, carpet and vinyl, updated kitchen, skylight,
new HVAC unit. Carport steps away.
$439,000
Owners bought another. Gorgeous
SEQUOIA! 2 bdrms. New cabinets,
granite counters, stall shower, w/d,
plantations, designer skylight and more!
Walk to clubhouses. Was $369,950,
Now $299,000!! Call today, hurry!
PENDING
COMING SOON:
Cozy Carmel in private wooded setting.
Updated kitchen and bath, washer/dryer.
All fresh and beautiful.
ROBERT PARRISH
925.360.5889
this property lien, you should understand
that there are risks involved in bidding at
a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a
lien, not on the property itself. Placing the
highest bid at a trustee auction does not
automatically entitle you to free and clear
ownership of the property. You should also
be aware that the lien being auctioned off
may be a junior lien. If you are the highest
bidder at the auction, you are or may be
responsible for paying off all liens senior
to the lien being auctioned off, before you
can receive clear title to the property. You
are encouraged to investigate the existence,
priority, and size of outstanding liens that
may exist on this property by contacting the
county recorder’s office or a title insurance
company, either of which may charge you
a fee for this information. If you consult
either of these resources, you should be
aware that the same lender may hold more
than one mortgage or deed of trust on the
property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER:
The sale date shown on this notice of sale
may be postponed one or more times by the
mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court,
pursuant to Section 2924g of the California
Civil Code. The law requires that information
about trustee sale postponements be made
available to you and to the public, as a
courtesy to those not present at the sale.
If you wish to learn whether your sale date
has been postponed, and, if applicable,
the rescheduled time and date for the
sale of this property, you may call (714)
573-1965 or visit this Internet Web site
www.priorityposting.com, using the file
number assigned to this case 13-51370.
Information about postponements that
are very short in duration or that occur
close in time to the scheduled sale may not
immediately be reflected in the telephone
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information or on the Internet Web site.
The best way to verify postponement
information is to attend the scheduled
sale. The Declaration pursuant to California
Civil Code, Section 2923.5(a) was fulfilled
when the Notice of Default was recorded
on 4/18/2014 Date: 8/13/2014 Old Republic
Default Management Services, A Division
of Old Republic National Title Insurance
Company, as Trustee 500 City Parkway
West, Suite 200, Orange, CA 92868-2913
(866) 263-5802 For Sale Information
Contact: Priority Posting & Publishing
(714) 573-1965 Dalaysia Ramirez, Trustee
Sale Officer “We are attempting to collect
a debt, and any information we obtain will
be used for that purpose.” P1108441 8/20,
8/27, 09/03/2014
Legal RN 5702
Publish Aug. 20, 27 and Sept. 3, 2014
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SUPERIOR COURT OF
CALIFORNIA,
County of Contra Costa
725 Court Street
Martinez, CA 94553
FILED: August 1, 2014
Stephen H. Nash, Clerk of the Court
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: N14-1071
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE
FOR CHANGE OF NAME
In re Matthew Jasper Farne and
Gerald Joshua Farne, by and through
their Parent and Guardian Ad Litem,
Gerardo F. Guerrero
WHEREAS, the application of MATTHEW JASPER FARNE and GERALD
JOSHUA FARNE, MINORS, BY AND
THROUGH THEIR PARENT AND
GUARDIAN AD LITEM, GERARDO F.
GUERRERO, has been filed with the
clerk of this court for an order changing
Petitioner's name from Matthew Jasper
Farne to Matthew Jasper Farne Guerrero, and from Gerald Joshua Farne to
Gerald Joshua Farne Guerrero.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that all
persons interested in said matter appear
before this court at 9 a.m. on Sept. 26,
2014, in the courtroom in Department
14, Room 212, located at 725 Court
Street, Martinez, California, to show
cause why this application for change
of name should not be granted.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED that a copy
of this order to show cause be published
once a week for four successive weeks
prior to the day of said hearing in the
Rossmoor News, a newspaper of general
circulation printed in the County of Contra
Costa.
Dated: Aug. 1, 2014
/s/ Judith A. Sanders
Judge of the Superior Court
Pro Tempare
Legal RN 5698
Publish Aug. 13, 20, 27 and Sept. 3, 2014
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555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
FILED: Aug. 8, 2014
A. Vasquez, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F-0004981-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing
business as: PainBrain., 2250 Morello
Ave.,P.O. Box 23163, Pleasant Hill, CA
Active Restoration, LLC
2250 Morello Ave.,
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Business conducted by a Limited
Liability Co.
s/Ruben Kaira, President
This statement was filed with
of Contra Costa County, on date
indicated by file stamp.
County Clerk
Legal RN 5699
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Channel 28 DVDs
Health programs aired on
Channel 28 in the last year
are available for checkout
at the Rossmoor Library at
Gateway. These includes
presentations by groups
such as Medical Friends of
Rossmoor and the Wellness
Group.
39A
1830 Tice Valley Blvd., in Tice Valley Plaza
(925) 280-4920
www.pruca.com
Serving the needs of our Rossmoor clients for over 35 years!
Mary Beall
Broker Manager
THE PRUDENTIAL NEWSBOARD
Prudential joins forces with
the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano!
Diane Wilson
963-2278
This year’s PRUDENTIAL company-wide volunteer effort is on Friday, Sept 19, and will
feature Prudential/California Realty Agents staffing barrels at Rossmoor’s Gateway
Clubhouse and Safeway. Please help us help combat hunger in the East Bay.
Thank you Rossmoor for making a difference – Rossmoorians are amazing!!!
Cheryl Beach
324-4599
Gina Bethel
408-9908
James Collins
640-8818
Tony Conte
708-1396
Cal Darrow
285-3256
CURRENT LISTINGS
A LOVELY CARMEL
Arguably one of the most desirable
units in Rossmoor. This 2-bedroom
home features an updated kitchen,
newer carpet, a washer/dryer,
tranquil garden views and its own
private fenced patio with extra storage. ...............$339,000
AN EXCITING Sequoia Wrap.
Sparkling 2 Bedroom home with a
Panoramic view! Large fully enclosed
Veranda with separate heat pump
offers approximately 290 s.f. of additional living space. Updated kitchen
and bath.......................................................................$299,000
AN AFFORDABLE MONTEREY
This desirable 2-bedroom Monterey
features an enclosed balcony and is
nestled in the trees in a private setting
at the end of an entry. This co-op is
perfect for you to add your own designer touches. .$ 260,000
A WELL-LOCATED SONOMA
Gorgeous views of hills from this
2-bedroom Sonoma CO-OP. This
updated home features laminate
flooring in the entry and kitchen.
The bathroom features a washer/dryer. Locked storage
space in carport and plenty of guest parking. ....$279,950
SUNNY SAN FRANCISCAN
This lovely level-entry, two bedroom
co-op is an end-unit with no stairs.
It features an updated kitchen and
bath, inside washer/dryer, a tiled open
patio, Anderson door AND is in tip-top condition. $. 335,000
A FABULOUS VIEW CARMEL
The NEWEST complete REBUILD by
Toupin Construction. As usual, no
money has been spared in bringing
this property up to the latest designer
standards. This 2-bedroom unit features BIG rooms, an open
floor plan, a large brick couryard, park and hill views and is
walking distance to Hillside Pool complex............... $399,500
HUGE PRICE REDUCTION
The owner says sell this spectacular
remodeled Sequoia Wrap with a
contemporary open floor plan. This
co-op is perfect for the buyer looking for that special combination of top-notch, sleek and
modern finishes and a wonderful private setting. This
home will not last at .......................................... $369,000.
LEVEL ENTRY YOSEMITE
This 2-bedroom, 2-bath Yosemite
is being freshened up for you right
now with new paint, flooring, lighting, granite counters and an inside
laundry. It faces a lawn area and has
a charming enclosed patio and is close to carport and
guest parking. ................................................... $325,000
A VERY RARE EXPANDED PINEHURST
CONDO ON THE GOLF COURSE!
This spacious condo offers over 1500
sq. ft, with two bedrooms, two
baths, a separate laundry room and
an enclosed bonus sun room overlooking the golf course. New paint and carpet and an
enclosed garage and carport. .............................$499,000.
Marsha Wehrenberg
787-7625
Danny Smith
699-8404
G
PENDIN
Sabrina Siojo
575-0612
Kathryn Sabah
642-0415
Jim Olson
788-2143
F E AT U R E D L I S T I N G of t h e wee k
JUST LISTED – A SPECTACULAR CASCADE IN A WONDERFUL LOCATION
These 2-bedroom 2-bath condos with large rooms are one of the most desirable units in
Rossmoor. This home features a beautiful Toupin kitchen, updated bathrooms new Lee’s carpet
with 25-year warranty and an enclosed garage and carport. Walking distance to everything PLUS
a chair lift is available if you can’t make it up the steps. ....................................................$573,000
John Davi
787-4756
George Naeger
260-0723
WAT E R F O R D
Virginia Dempsey
708-5855
Nancy Deverel
949-9499
Maria Eberle
478-7190
SPARKLING
MIDDLETON
This 2-bedroom,
2-bath home with
approximately
920 sq. ft. offers a picture-perfect
third floor location overlooking Tice
Creek. Other highlights include new
carpet, fresh paint, custom window
treatments and garage parking.
HOA includes meals, house-keeping,
activities and more!.................$308,000
Sandy Foreman
408-1119
Jackie Giffin
951-7021
A CHARMING
CHATSWORTH
CONDO
In the incomparable
Waterford. This
1-bdrm. 1-1/2-bath home with approx.
920 s.f. has a bright, cheery and
convenient third-floor location. It offers
custom built-in shelving, new carpet, fresh
paint, a fully equipped kitchen, thermal
pane windows and carport parking.
................................................ $315,000
Nancy Granberg Mary Ellen Highfield Lynne Keefer
200-3374
216-8988
330-3356
Kim Kokes
787-0351
NEWLY
LISTED
CYPRESS
This
2-bdrm,
1-1/2-bath home with approx.
920 s.f. has a northeastern
exposure and lovely panoramic
view. It offers new carpet,
fresh paint, large entry foyer,
fully equipped kitchen. Garage
parking ........................$310,000
Rolf Kvalvik
788-1613
Sheryle Morgan
209-4798
Joanne Mendoza
510-409-7914
Linda Landgraf Mary Beth MacLennan Cindy Maddux
285-7903
324-6246
876-0311
40A
Legal Notices
T.S. No.: 12-49374 TSG Order No.: 435749
A.P.N.: 187-032-011 NOTE: THERE IS A
SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS
DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一
个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서에 정보
요약서가 있습니다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN
RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE
DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD
NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG
ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯ U Ý: KÈM
THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM
LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU
NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT PURSUANT TO
CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)(1) THE ABOVE
STATEMENT IS REQUIRED TO APPEAR
ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT PURSUANT TO
CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) THE SUMMARY
OF INFORMATION IS NOT REQUIRED TO
BE RECORDED OR PUBLISHED AND THE
SUMMARY OF INFORMATION NEED ONLY
BE MAILED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR
TRUSTOR.NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF
TRUST DATED 3/30/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE
ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT
MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU
NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE
OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU,
YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On
9/15/2014 at 1:00 PM, Old Republic Default
Management Services, a Division of Old
Republic National Title Insurance Company
as duly appointed Trustee pursuant to
the Deed of Trust, Recorded 4/6/2006 as
Instrument No. 2006-0106478 in book –,
page – of Official Records in the office of the
Recorder of Contra Costa County, California,
executed by: CAROL MEIER, A MARRIED
WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE
PROPERTY, as Trustor, DOWNEY SAVINGS
AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, F.A., A FEDERALLY
CHARTERED SAVINGS ASSOCIATION as
Beneficiary. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION
TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable
in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check
drawn by a state or national bank, a check
drawn by a state or federal credit union, or
a check drawn by a state or federal savings
and loan association, savings association,
or savings bank specified in section 5102
of the Financial Code and authorized to do
business in this state). Behind the Civic
Center designation sign at the corner of
Willow Pass Road and Parkside Drive, 1900
Parkside Drive, Concord, CA 94519 all right,
title and interest conveyed to and now held
by it under said Deed of Trust in the property
situated in said County and state, and as
more fully described in the above referenced
Deed of Trust. The street address and other
common designation, if any, of the real
property described above is purported to be:
61 RUDGEAR DRIVE, WALNUT CREEK, CA
94596 The undersigned Trustee disclaims
any liability for any incorrectness of the street
any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in
an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant
or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding
title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay
the remaining principal sum of the note(s)
secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest
thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances,
if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust,
estimated fees, charges and expenses of the
Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed
of Trust, to-wit: $730,193.54 (Estimated).
Accrued interest and additional advances, if
any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is
possible that at the time of sale the opening
bid may be less than the total indebtedness
due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing business as: 1) Rossmoor Men's Golf Club 2)
Rossmoor Niners, 1010 Stanley Dollar
Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94595. Contra
Costa County.
Rossmoor Golf Club, Inc.
1010 Stanley Dollar Dr.
Business conducted by a Corporation.
s/William Herrick, Treasurer
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information or on the Internet Web site. The
best way to verify postponement information
is to attend the scheduled sale. Date:
8/13/2014 Old Republic Default Management
Services, A Division of Old Republic National
Title Insurance Company, as Trustee 500 City
Parkway West, Suite 200, Orange, CA 928682913 (866) 263-5802 For Sale Information
Contact: Priority Posting & Publishing (714)
573-1965 Dalaysia Ramirez, Trustee Sale
Officer “We are attempting to collect a debt,
and any information we obtain will be used
for that purpose.” P1108356 8/20, 8/27,
09/03/2014 Legal RN 5703
Publish Aug. 20, 27 and Sept. 3, 2014
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555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350, Martinez, CA 94553-0135
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F-0005052-00
stamp.
Legal RN 5700
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555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350, Martinez, CA 94553-0135
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F-0005156-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing business as: Alter Ego Makeup Artistry, 2337
Panoramic Dr., Concord, CA 94520.
Contra Costa County.
Tiffany Starr Iovenitti
2337 Panoramic Dr.
Concord, CA 94520
Business conducted by an Individual.
business name listed above on Jan. 1,
2014.
s/ Tiffany Starr Iovenitti
stamp.
Legal RN 5705
Publish Sept. 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2014
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BUSINESS SERVICES
INTERIORS
SHOP
AT HOME
you are considering bidding on this property
lien, you should understand that there are risks
involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You
will be bidding on a lien, not on the property
itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee
auction does not automatically entitle you
to free and clear ownership of the property.
You should also be aware that the lien being
auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are
the highest bidder at the auction, you are or
may be responsible for paying off all liens
senior to the lien being auctioned off, before
you can receive clear title to the property. You
available to you and to the public, as a courtesy
to those not present at the sale. If you wish
to learn whether your sale date has been
postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled
time and date for the sale of this property,
you may call (714) 573-1965 or visit this
Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com,
using the file number assigned to this case
12-49374. Information about postponements
that are very short in duration or that occur
close in time to the scheduled sale may not
immediately be reflected in the telephone
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If your Rossmoor
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call 988-7800 between
8 a.m. and noon
on Thursday.
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3291 Mt. Diablo Court • Lafayette, CA 94549
(Between Hungry Hunter & Park Hotel)
Lic. #177588
periods of time, regardless of time restrictions. No one else may park there.
A crosshatched (diagonal lines) area
adjacent to a designated disabled parking
space is a no-parking area. Parking golf
carts in the blue crosshatched area is also
prohibited.
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Painting
• Plumbing
• Electrical
Baseboards
• Water Heaters
Carpentry
• Faucets
Caulking
• Garbage Disposal
Grab Bars
• Smoke Detectors
Ceiling Fans
• Sliding Doors
Crown Moulding
• Drywall Repair
Deck Painting
• Weather Stripping
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people with a placard or special plates
may park in special areas for unlimited
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• Contact Rossmoor’s Office of Counseling Services
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GRF does not endorse
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Legal Notices
T.S. No.: 13-51465 TSG Order No.:
02-13053283 A.P.N.: 263-142-005-2
ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING
REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY
IS APPLICABLE TO THE NOTICE PROVIDED
TO THE TRUSTOR ONLY PURSUANT TO
CA CIVIL CODE 2923.3 NOTE: THERE IS
A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN
THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本
文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본
첨부 문서에 정보 요약서가 있습니다
NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA
INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA:
MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA
DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP
LƯ U Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH
BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG
TÀI LIỆU NÀY PLEASE NOTE THAT
PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(d)
(1) THE ABOVE STATEMENT IS REQUIRED
TO APPEAR ON THIS DOCUMENT BUT
PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a)
THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION IS
NOT REQUIRED TO BE RECORDED OR
PUBLISHED AND THE SUMMARY OF
INFORMATION NEED ONLY BE MAILED
TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR.
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN
DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED
9/18/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO
PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE
SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN
EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE
PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD
CONTACT A LAWYER. On 9/22/2014 at 1:00
PM, Old Republic Default Management
Services, a Division of Old Republic
National Title Insurance Company as duly
appointed Trustee pursuant to the Deed of
Trust, Recorded 10/8/2008 as Instrument
No. 2008-0220478-00 in book –, page – of
Official Records in the office of the Recorder
of Contra Costa County, California, executed
by: DOUGLAS JOHNSON, A MARRIED MAN
AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY,
as Trustor, DOWNE Y SAVINGS AND
LOAN ASSOCIATION, F.A., A FEDERALLY
CHARTERED SAVINGS ASSOCIATION as
Beneficiary. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION
TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH
(payable in full at time of sale by cash, a
cashier’s check drawn by a state or national
bank, a check drawn by a state or federal
credit union, or a check drawn by a state or
federal savings and loan association, savings
association, or savings bank specified in
section 5102 of the Financial Code and
authorized to do business in this state).
Behind the Civic Center designation sign at
If you wish to learn whether your sale date
has been postponed, and, if applicable,
the rescheduled time and date for the sale
of this property, you may call (714) 5731965 or visit this Internet Web site www.
priorityposting.com, using the file number
assigned to this case 13-51465. Information
about postponements that are very short in
duration or that occur close in time to the
scheduled sale may not immediately be
reflected in the telephone information or on
the Internet Web site. The best way to verify
postponement information is to attend the
scheduled sale. The Declaration pursuant
to California Civil Code, Section 2923.5(a)
was fulfilled when the Notice of Default was
recorded on 5/16/2014 Date: 8/20/2014 Old
Republic Default Management Services,
A Division of Old Republic National Title
Insurance Company, as Trustee 500 City
Parkway West, Suite 200, Orange, CA 928682913 (866) 263-5802 For Sale Information
Contact: Priority Posting & Publishing
(714) 573-1965 Dalaysia Ramirez, Trustee
Sale Officer “We are attempting to collect
a debt, and any information we obtain will
be used for that purpose.” P1109403 8/27,
9/3, 09/10/2014
Legal RN 5704
Publish Aug. 27, Sept. 3 and10, 2014
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Be Prepared
By Dale Ann Westbrookt
n August 1916, “How Girls Can Help Their Country” is released by Girl Scouts founder Juliette
Gordon Low in a second edition. Seven months
later, the United States declares war on Germany.
Low’s Girl Scouts, having honed their scouting skills
(“be prepared”) for four years since their founding,
step to the center of the national stage.
In the war effort, Girl Scouts unravel rope (“picking oakum”) for use as bandages, create smokeless
trench candles from newspaper rolled in paraffin,
and, mentored by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, teach canning methods and war cookery to
church and clubwomen. By the fourth Liberty bond
drive, they sell over $6 million worth of bonds and
receive a specially minted medal of recognition from
the federal government.
One-hundred years from the 1912 founding of Girl
Guides in Savannah, Ga., Stacy A. Cordery, professor of history at Illinois’ Monmouth College, in her
2012 biography “Juliette Gordon Low: The Remarkable Founder of the Girl Scouts,” (Penguin Books,
Reprint Edition; 431 pages) reveals the woman behind the founder.
Cordery notes the improbability of Juliette (“Daisy”) Low founding the Girl Scouts at age 52, given
her privileged Savannah childhood, hearing disability, unpredictable moods and shaky organizational
skills. Yet, “only Daisy Low could have created the
Girl Scouts of the United States,” she assures us, with
its balance of civic preparedness, nontraditional activities, joy in nature and emphasis on fun.
Reflecting on her midlife turn from childless
widow to Girl Scout founder, Juliette Low com-
I
pares herself to
Saint Denis: “after
his beheading, he
plucked his head
from the ground,
tucked it under his
arm and walked up
Montmartre. It was
only the first step
that was hard, she
would laugh – after
that, the rest of the
journey was easy.”
Low’s midlife
course-change begins in May 1911 at
a London luncheon
when she sits next
to wa r hero Si r
Robert Baden-Powell who has left the Army against
King Edward’s wishes to organize Britain’s Boy
Scouts.
“Now he has 40,000 boys all over Great Britain,”
Low writes to her father, “with branches in the U.S.A,
France and Germany.” She admires how Baden-Powell’s Boy Scouts turn “little guttersnipes, so idle they
became a danger to the public… into healthy, clean,
orderly citizens.”
In Britain’s chief scout, Low finds a kindred spirit:
Victorian fidelity to duty and honor, a love of travel,
painting and sculpting and contagious enthusiasm for
life. What Baden-Powell provides that Daisy lacks is
the perfect project to match her restless energy: mentoring Girl Guides under the guidance of his sister,
Agnes Baden-Powell,
Girl Guides, Low learns, are “a friend to all, and
a sister to every other guide, no matter to what social
class the other belongs.” In Scotland and England,
she works with three Girl Guide groups: rural and
poor, urban and wealthy and urban poor.
Fitness training, handicraft, first aid, hiking,
As You Write It
and ritual rules and practices. If you do not believe that these
cause friction, animosity and hatred that sometimes percolates
for years and centuries before exploding into violence and bloodshed; if you deny that this happens, you probably do not watch
the news or have not read the Koran, New Testament or Old Testament (I did it again!) Chances are you do not question your
favorite commentators–left, right or center. (Is there such a thing
as “center” anymore?) The uncountable trouble spots in our
world are almost exclusively caused be religious zealots–unless
they agree with us, of course, then they “make a good point” or
“those other guys deserve it.”
Religion plays a vital and positive role in millions, if not billions, of lives, not only with the Abrahamic religions we know,
but with most other religions. Once committed, however, we too
often assume an infinite correctness about OUR system and take
pride in its perfection and absolutism. It becomes the perfect
religion not just for me, but for you and you and all of you. The
assumption of perfection not only applies to traditional religions,
but also to so-called pagan or cult religions, and to atheism,
which often displays the fervor of a traditional religion. Anyone
that is not in the “perfect” religion must by logic be imperfect,
even though they may do some good things–They ain’t us; ergo,
they ain’t perfect.
Drive through a relatively small city such as Walnut Creek, or
any of the others in the valley, and note the number of different
denominations of churches, mosques, synagogues, temples and
other houses of worship. Which one is the right one? All of them?
None of them? Some of them? Instead of fighting about it, which
the human race does so exquisitely, maybe we should remember
the words of perhaps the greatest philosopher of the 20th Century, Rodney King: “CAN’T WE ALL JUST GET ALONG?”
What do you mean that’s not an exact quote? Oh, yeah! I’ll
meet you on the golf course at high noon with my cell phone and
all the deities on my side. (Here we go again.)
Part 3 to follow soon, whatever that means.
The recycling facility on Rockview Drive at the
corporation yard is open Monday through Saturday, from
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; closed Sundays and holidays. The
waste-handling facility is for GRF vendors and residents
only; no resident contractors may use the Dumpsters, nor
may anyone without a valid resident ID. Those who wish to
use the site must be ready to show their IDs to employees
staffing the site. Residents may use the site during its operating hours only, and should not leave items outside the
Dumpsters. Mattresses are not accepted at this facility.
camping, homemaking and citizenship skills boost
the guides’ sense of mastery, pride and patriotism.
All classes of Girl Guides wear a standard uniform:
“dark blue serge blouse and skirt, wide-brimmed
hat, black stockings and shoes and a light blue tie
around the neck with a knot at the loose ends, to
be undone only when the daily good turn had been
performed.”
Transplanting Girl Guides in 1912 to Savannah
soil brings racial, class and gender challenges. Fears
that privileged girls will be forbidden to mingle with
working-class guides keep the social classes separate. In the segregated South, integrated guiding
groups are not permitted. African-American patrols,
however, exist from the start, including one led by
Daisy’s maid, Mamie.
A national leader of the Boy Scouts of America,
James West, vehemently resists the Girl Guides proposed name change to Girl Scouts, convinced it will
“trivialize and “sissify” the name of scout. Ironically, other critics worry scouting activities will create
masculine girls.
Daisy Low understands when girls say guiding
sounds dull compared to scouting. Adapting the
British handbook to Savannah she includes badges
such as Electrician, Farmer, Flyer, Horsemanship,
Pathfinder, Pioneer, Rifle-shot, Signaling and Telegraphist rather than remove them. In 1913, she authorizes the national name change from Girl Guides to
Girl Scouts.
In times of national crises, Girl Scouts continue
relevant volunteer service: relief to local communities during the Great Depression and collecting scrap
metal during World War II.
By the 100-year anniversary in 2012, Juliette Gordon Low’s Girl Scouts grow to 3.2 million girls and
880,000 adult volunteers. Notable Girl Scouts include
Sally Ride, Gloria Steinem, Sandra Day O’Connor
and Rosalyn Carter.
Dale Ann Westbrook can be emailed at dale.westbrook@gmail.com
For rides to medical appointments, call County Connection Link at 938-RIDE.
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Rossmoor NewsWednesday, September 3, 2014Section B • Page 1B
SPORTS
Tennis Club blitzed by
Trilogy, leagues start
By Dave Kern
Club correspondent
The Rossmoor Tennis Club (RTC) travelled to Trilogy in Rio
Vista on Aug. 23 to renew the twice-yearly rivalry. Unlike many
of the past competition days at Trilogy when the weather has been
very hot or very windy or both, this time the weather cooperated
with moderate temperatures and light winds. So Rossmoor didn’t
have the weather to blame.
As has usually been the case over the years, the home team won
handily. Everyone had fun, but Trilogy ultimately prevailed 12 sets
to four, to take back the travelling trophy.
Eppie Ying and Jan Battistini, at third women’s doubles, won 6-4
and 6-1, the only Rossmoor team to win both sets. Pauline Hanley
and Mike Ying, playing at the mixed second doubles position, split
sets at 6-4 and 2-6, while Nelly Sawczuk and Barbara Blum, at second women’s doubles, won their first set 6-3, but lost their second
set 6-3.
The remaining Rossmoor doubles teams battled bravely and
had some close matches, but the Trilogy team eventually won both
sets at all of the other five positions. At the end of competition, the
Rossmoor players were treated to a barbecue lunch by their hosts,
after which tournament director Mark Patterson passed the trophy
to Wally Beckman, Trilogy’s representative.
New seasons
Late September marks the beginning of new seasons for the
men’s and women’s teams of the RTC. The two RTC women’s
teams of the Bay Area Ladies League (BALL) are the Buckeyes,
led by Captain Barbara Schwartz and Co-captain Barbara Blum,
and the Oaks, headed by Captain Jan Perez and Co-captain Trudie
Anderson.
The two teams are in different divisions and thus will not play
each other during the regular season. The Buckeyes and the Oaks
play their first match on Sept. 29 and Sept. 22, respectively, with all
matches played on Mondays.
To kick off the season, the two teams are planning a social tennis
event on Monday, Sept. 8 with tennis competition at 4 p.m. and a
barbecue dinner to follow.
The men’s team, under the able direction of Dennis Caren, plays
its first match on Wednesday, Sept. 17 against Walnut Creek at
Heather Farm. Matches will be played on alternate Wednesdays.
Team practices will be held every Monday at 11 a.m. beginning on
Sept. 15. The last match of the season is on April 1.
Upcoming events
The RTC will hold its annual men’s doubles tournament on Saturday, Sept. 13. The sign-up sheet is posted at Buckeye. For information, call Randy Kuhl at 705-5485.
The Calcutta tournament is scheduled for Friday through Sunday,
Oct. 10 through 12. A message giving complete tournament information was provided by email to all RTC members on Aug. 19. Questions
may be directed to Tournament Director David Sperry at 212-5789.
The weekly Saturday evening barbecues held at Buckeye at 5:30
p.m. will continue through Sept. 27, weather permitting.
Sign up for RMGC twilight
The Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club (RMGC) will sponsor another Twilight golf and social Tournament on Friday, Sept. 26, at the
Event Center on the nine holes at Dollar Ranch Course. This tournament is open to all members of Rossmoor golf clubs (18ers, 9ers)
with official NCGA/USGA handicaps.
There will be a shotgun start at 2:30 p.m.
The format is a Rossmoor scramble, a faster variation of the usual
scramble that adds some strategic considerations. Competitors will
be flighted by handicap. Singles and less-than-foursomes will be
matched up by Pro Shop staff.
After-golf festivities will begin at 5 with cocktails. Dinner at the
Event Center will follow at 6.
The cost for dinner and golf prizes is $29; dinner only, $21; and
golf entry without dinner, $8. Sign-up envelopes are available at
the Pro Shop. (Make sure to fill it out completely.) The deadline is
Friday, Sept. 19, by 6 p.m. There will be no refunds for cancellations
made after that time.
Green fees are extra and should be paid at the Pro Shop prior
to play. All players must register at the Pro Shop on the day of the
tournament.
For information, go to the Pro Shop or contact event chairman
Richard Fuller at 954-8903 or 4rfuller@gmail.com.
Collin Ferrett wins
the Directors Cup
Championship
Sponsored by Men’s Golf Club
Collin Ferrett, right, is the Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club Directors Cup champion. He came out on top of this net-score
event celebrating its 40th anniversary on Aug. 27. The firstplace flight winners are, above, from left, Chuck Moran, Jae
Shin, Bob Bailey, Richard Jones, Mike Fleck and Dick Hurley.
The chairman of the successful tournament was Roger Davis.
Men’s Golf Club members can sign
up for Beat the Pro Tournament
The Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club (RMGC)
will host the new Better Ball/Beat the Pro Tournament with the four pros of Rossmoor playing
as two-person teams. They will play from the
blue tees, ball down and with handicap. Golfers will play the course several days before
Wednesday, Sept. 24, and post their better ball
scores.
Golfers will have two choices for playing
partners. They can select their own partner and
indicate this on the signup envelop. Or, if no
partner is indicated, the Pro Shop will make up
a twosome.
The format is better ball of the partners, over
18 holes from white tees or 9 holes from gold
tees. Games will be flighted based on combined
handicaps.
There will be both gross and net prizes for
each flight. To qualify for the prizes, a golfer’s
score must beat the pros’ gross or net score.
The entry fee is $23 per person and includes
lunch and prizes immediately after golf at the
Fairway Room at Creekside Clubhouse.
Players for the 18-hole will tee off at 8:30
a.m. on the Dollar Ranch Course, and 9-hole
players will be on Creekside Course and tee off
at 10:30. Play will be in groups of four.
Foursomes will be charged at the member
rate and are payable at the Pro Shop prior to
play. All players must register at the Pro Shop
the day of the tournament. Only members of
RMGC are eligible for this tournament.
Entries close Saturday, Sept. 20. Refunds for
cancellations will not be honored after this date.
For information, call Mel Simpson, 9355882.
Niners Guest Day is on tap for Sept. 11
The Niners’ Guest Day will be on Thursday, Sept 11. The theme this year will be “On
Broadway.” The day begins with a continental
breakfast on the patio with lunch and prizes at
the Event Center.
Bring one guest and enjoy a scramble for-
mat. No handicap is necessary. The cost is $27
for lunch and golf or $22 for lunch only.
The poster and entry envelopes are now in
the Pro Shop. The deadline for signing up is
Friday, Sept. 5. This tournament will be sponsored by Better Homes and Garden Realty.
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Beltons and MacDonald top Carions to win Mixed Triples Championship
Lawn Bowling
Club event
By Bob Lewis
Club correspondent
Repeating last year’s victory,
Dan and Vera Belton and Sylvi MacDonald won Rossmoor
Lawn Bowling Club’s Championship Mixed Triples Tournament, topping Horatio, Francis
and Virginia Carion, 16-8.
In the morning semifinal
round on Aug. 20, first qualifiers Carions were matched with
fourth qualifiers Ed and Pauline de Assis and Tom Sorenson. The Carion team opened
quickly, scoring the first 4
points in the first three ends,
and continued steadily. By the
ninth end, they were up 10-4,
and they finished 21-4, with
team de Assis conceding after
14 ends.
The other semifinal game,
pitting third qualifiers Beltons
and MacDonald against second
qualifiers Miguel Roliz, Magdalen Pereira and Bob Reiner,
was quite closely contested.
Team Roliz opened with 2
shots in the first end and added
1 more in the second, to go up
3-0. The Belton team matched
this with 2 in the third and 1
in the fourth, for a 3-all tie, before Roliz scored 2 in the fifth.
They traded singles in the sixth
and seventh, and again in the
eighth and ninth. Score now,
7-5, in favor of Roliz, who added singles in the 10th and 11th,
which Belton countered with 3
in the 12th. Score now 9-8, in
favor of Roliz.
They traded triples in the
13th and 14th, then Belton added 2 in the 15th, to take a 1312 lead. Roliz’s team scored a
single in the 16th, to tie, 13-13,
at the end of the regulation 16
ends. Belton/MacDonald added a single in the playoff end,
to win 14-13, and advance to
the afternoon final.
Mixed Triples Champions, from left, Sylvi MacDonald, Dan Mixed Triples runners-up, from left, Francis, Virginia and Horatio Carion
Belton and Vera Belton
The sky was bright and
clear all day, and it was warm
already for the morning semifinal rounds. The air was absolutely still at first, but by the
end of morning play, a moderate breeze had picked up, and
by mid-afternoon it was fairly
gusty.
Bowling in the afternoon
began with the Carion team
delivering a short jack, and
scoring a single in end one.
When Virginia Carion then delivered the jack out of bounds
in the second end, MacDonald
delivered a long jack, and team
Belton scored 2 points. On another long jack in the third,
team Carion scored another
shot; but again delivered out of
bounds. Again, Belton/MacDonald chose a long jack – and
this time scored a big 5 points,
to go up 7-2. Belton added 1
more point in the fifth. The
Belton/MacDonald team then
outscored the Carions 8-6 over
the remainder of the game, to
win 16-8.
The game, however, was
in reality a lot closer than the
score might indicate. Especially in a lawn bowls triples
game, each end is a game unto
itself; and each of these ends
in this contest was a tight skirmish which was in doubt until
the last bowl stopped rolling.
Quite a few of Dan Belton’s
winning ends were turnaround
wins.
Rossmoor Games
The club conducted a Mixed
Handicap Triples Draw of 14
ends on Labor Day, Monday,
Sept. 1, as its participatory
event in the 50th Anniversary
Rossmoor Games. Results will
be available next week.
The first-, second- and
third-place winning teams
will be treated to a celebratory
lunch at Peacock Plaza on Friday, Sept. 19, at noon. In addition, the first place winners
will receive a prize, and all
three winning team members
will receive a certificate with
the 50th anniversary logo.
Results of August’s Fun Social on Aug. 28, and for the
daily draw through August,
will be available for next week.
Coming events
The next general/board
meeting will be Monday, Sept.
8, at 9. All members are welcome and encouraged to attend.
The Mixed Handicap DrawFours Tournament is scheduled
for Tuesday through Thursday,
Sept. 9 through 11.
Frankie Napoli announced
that the club will sponsor a
fundraising, fun-filled bus
trip to Red Hawk Casino near
Placerville on Friday, Oct. 24.
The cost is $30, and the casino provides a bonus of $15 for
slot machine play or $20 for
table play. This trip is open to
all Rossmoor residents, their
guests and family. Reservations are necessary; so call either Elsie or Frankie Napoli at
937-6290.
Ed and Pauline de Assis
coach free training classes
for prospective lawn bowlers
on Monday and Wednesday
mornings at 10. Anyone interested in this relaxing and
intriguing sport, which nearly
anyone of any age can readily enjoy, should call either of
them at 943-2003. Or, simply
show up at the mat house at
about 9:45 Monday or Wednesday morning to join the on-going class. Bowls are provided
at no charge for use during the
training.
Trails Club hikes Las Trampas, Diablo hills, more in September
By Marilyn Raffinot
Club correspondent
The Rossmoor Trails Club
offers a variety of hikes every Wednesday and Saturday.
There’s also a walk around
the golf course each Monday
morning, when the course is
closed to golfers.
Hikers are divided into
four groups. Generally, Amblers hike three to five miles
at a moderate pace with up
to a 500-foot elevation gain.
Ramblers hike five to seven
miles. Trekkers hike six to
eight miles. Scramblers hike
six to nine miles. Each succeeding group may hike areas
with more elevation gain or at
a faster pace.
For information, call Muriel
Luck at 938-3738. To join, go
to the website, trailsclubofrossmoor.com. Go to Club Information, then Membership.
Print the application packet
and send it to the registrar.
Monday walkers meet at
8:45 a.m. on the large patio
between Peacock Hall and
Gateway Clubhouse. Amblers, Ramblers, Trekkers and
Scramblers meet Wednesdays
and Saturdays behind Gateway Multipurpose Room 3 at
8:45 a.m. to arrange carpools
to trailheads; departure is at 9.
Hikers should bring cash to
share gas costs with the driver.
Most trips are $2 to $6 based
on roundtrip distance (and occasional park fees). Also, bring
a lunch to eat on the trail.
Hikers are usually back by
2 to 3 p.m. Some hikes return
later and the leader will advise in advance. Pets are not
allowed. Bay Area weather is
unpredictable, so hikers are
advised to dress in layers and
be prepared for heat, wind and
rain. Wear comfortable hiking
boots and bring lots of water,
hiking poles and sun protection.
All hike destinations are
weather dependent, but leaders will be ready to take hikers
elsewhere if the scheduled hike
is rained out or too muddy.
For schedule updates go to
the website. Go to Monthly
Hike Calendar and click on
Agenda.
September hikes
Saturday, Sept. 6: Amblers,
Barbara Wackett, Skyline Gate
to Redwood Bowl; Ramblers,
Linda Ritz, Laurel Canyon,
Tilden; Scramblers, Burt Rodgers, to be determined; and
Trekkers, to be determined
Wednesday, Sept. 10: Amblers, Doug Hipsley, Angel Island; Ramblers, Alice LaDove,
Redwood; Scramblers, Song
Kim, Redwood; and Trekkers,
to be determined. There will
also be a club meeting at 3:30
p.m.
Saturday, Sept. 13: Amblers, Marilyn Mansfield,
Berkeley; Ramblers, to be determined; Scramblers, Jack
Members of the Trails Club met at the Dollar picnic grounds on
Aug. 20 for pleasures more sedentary than usual. Attendees reported offerings of about a dozen different flavors of ice cream
and a lovely time getting to know their fellow hikers. The event
was coordinated, as in other recent years, by Joan and Kelvin
Booty. Pictured dishing out the ice cream are, from left, Joan
Booty, Kelvin Booty, Colleen Scully, Peter Scully and Rochelle
Schulman. The Trails Club’s next social event will be the annual
Continued on page 4B potluck dinner on Oct. 8.
Bocce Club evening league final results
The Bocce Club’s evening
leagues have completed play,
and the final results are in.
Tuesday night’s league
has three teams sharing first
place with 25 points each.
These teams are the Chicks
and the Roosters, Guys and
Dolls, and the Players.
Chicks and Roosters is
captained by Mercedes Voss
and Caroline Betta. Barbara
Campbell, Kathy Pritcher,
Richard Pratt, Nancy Content, Manuel Roliz and Linda
Cribbs complete the team.
The Guys and Dolls is led
by Jeanette Mungiole and
Laverne Parrot. The rest of
the team includes Bob Heath,
Terri Heath, Charley Callow,
Barbara Samuels, Harvey
Samuels and Ana Jardine.
The Players has Kathy Johnson and Renee Grossman as
captains. Other Players include
Ron Grossman, Connie Marks,
Helen Anderson, Art Anderson, Janice Rubay and Muriel
Cabral.
First place for Wednesday
night’s league is held by the
Rivals with 29 wins. Richard
Sheridan and Bette Nelson
serve as captains with teammates Carolyn Sheridan, Karl
Golf Shop News
F R O M T H E g o l f p ro
Dress Code and Anniversary
Jim Ford’s Rowdy Rollers, from left, front row, Bertha Messina, Joni Bombardier, Sonya Ford, Judy Fitzpatrick (scorekeeper); and back row, Jim Bombardier, John DeBenedictus, Jim
Ford, Tony Messina and Neil Fitzpatrick
Hansen, Sharon Ramos, Merle
Smith and Mary Madison.
First place for Thursday
night’s league goes to the
Rowdy Rollers with 31 wins.
Jim Ford and Jim Bombardier
captain this team with members Sonya Ford, Joni Bombardier, John Benedictus, Neil
Fitzpatrick, Tony Messina and
Bertha Messina.
Congratulations to all of
the teams. Winners, plan to
be at the Sept. 14 barbeque to
accept prizes.
Although evening play is
finished, the bocce courts remain open weekday mornings
between 9 and 11 through October. Anyone is welcome to
come up to the courts to practice, improve, or learn.
Bocce Club to hold September barbecue
The Bocce Club will hold
its annual barbecue on Sunday, Sept. 14, from 4 to 8
p.m. at Sportsmen’s Park. Englund’s is catering this event
offering beef tri-tip, chicken,
salads, side dishes, dessert,
coffee and soft drinks.
Everyone should bring
their own beverages for the
social hour from 4 to 5 p.m.
Awards will be distributed
to evening league teams af-
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ter dinner.
The cost is $20 per member and $25 per guest. Make
checks payable to Rossmoor
Bocce Club. Include the
names of those attending, and
deposit checks in the bocce
club box at Gateway Clubhouse.
The deadline for payment
is Thursday, Sept. 11. Keep
in mind that the offices at
Gateway close at 4:30 p.m.
Team captains are asked
to notify their teams and to
encourage members to volunteer for set-up and cleanup.
Those members not on a
team may RSVP to either
Clay Dunning or to Bette Nelson. Dunning can be reached
at claydunning@aol.com or
at 210-0606. Nelson can be
reached at bettnel@comcast.
net or at 300-3166.
By Mark Heptig, director of golf
The Golden Rain Board and the Golf Advisory Committee have a set of policies and procedures for all activities
related to golf in Rossmoor. They have been developed over
the years to make the facilities user-friendly for everyone
and provide guidance to our residents and their guests.
Copies of these policies and procedures can be found
in the golf shop or on the Rossmoor web site. One policy I
would like to review is the dress code.
The golf course and other golf facilities are covered under Rule 103.0 in the Golden Rain Policies and Procedures.
These rules were last updated on June 30, 2011. Under Article 4, it indicates that the dress code will be established
by the Golf Advisory Committee and the director of golf.
Currently this is our dress code policy:
“All golfers must be appropriately attired at all times on
the course and practice areas. Men must wear shirts with a
collar and sleeves. Women must wear blouses with at least
short sleeves or collar. Tank tops and halters are prohibited. Short-shorts or bathing suits or trunks are prohibited.
Shorts must be no more than 4 inches above the knee. Blue
jeans are not permitted. We are a soft spike facility, except
when the ‘carts must stay on path’ policy (indicating wet/
soft course conditions) is being enforced. Only then may any
metal spikes be worn.”
50th Anniversary golf event
The 50th Anniversary of Rossmoor is right around the
corner. There will be events throughout the week and golf
is no exception. Our big event will be Monday, Sept. 15. It
is scheduled between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and will be held at
areas around the clubhouse.
The golf courses will still be closed that day. We will
have a putting contest, driving range contest and short game
“playing course” available.
Everyone is invited to participate. The first 150 players
will receive a ticket for a free lunch and a golf towel.
Representatives from the four golf clubs will be on hand
to help and answer questions. No sign-up is required, just
come on down and have fun!
Pinochle Club participates
in Anniversary Games
The Pinochle Club held its tournament Aug. 19 to help celebrate Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary.
The club had a few guests and played pinochle through four
rounds. Trudy Hemming was the champion with a score of 1,900
points. Second place was won by Rosemary King, and Mary
Senner came in third.
The Pinochle Club is a social group and always welcomes
newcomers.
For information, contact Cecilia at 935-1962.
through the spot where the
ball last crossed the hazard
line and extend the line back
Golf carts must stop: Golf carts must obey all stop
as far as desired. Drop the ball
signs in Rossmoor and take turns at multiple direction inanywhere on the line as long
tersections, just like regular vehicles.
as the spot chosen is no closer to the hole from where the
ball landed. Add a one-stroke
penalty.
Niners announce winners of poker tournament
At the Niners poker tournament held Aug. 21 there
was a four-way tie for first
place in flight 1 between Betty Landeck, Elaine Matsui,
Barbara May and Lorraine
Weisenberg. They all had five
6’s.
In flight 2, Pat Ryan won
first place with five 6’s, Joan
Major won second place with
five 7’s and Doris Eggers and
Carolyn Hensley tied for third
place with four 6’s.
In flight 3, Mary Kelley and
Yvonne Yeung tied for first
place with four 6’s. Marion
Manos and Kathleen Young
tied for third place with four
7’s.
There were three chip-ins:
Mary Jane Hargrove on hole
2, Lynne Hildebrand on hole
2 and Barbara May on hole 7.
Charity event/Guest Day
The golf clubs at Rossmoor
will sponsor two tournaments
to benefit the Hospice of the
East Bay on Thursday, Sept. 4.
Guest Day will be on Thursday, Sept. 11. The theme this
year will be “On Broadway.”
The day begins with a continental breakfast on the patio
with lunch and prizes at the
Event Center.
Bring one guest and enjoy a
scramble format. No handicap
is necessary.
The cost is $27 for golfers or
$22 for lunch only. The poster
and entry envelopes are now in
the Pro Shop. The deadline for
signing up is Friday, Sept. 5.
This tournament will be
sponsored by Better Homes
and Garden Realty.
An important rule
Here’s a frequent predicament that happens on the sixth
hole on the Creekside Course.
It applies to the yellow stakes
that cover the area between the
two bridges.
If a ball goes into the creek
(the hazard) between the two
bridges on the sixth hole, there
are only three options. One is
to hit a second ball from where
one was last hit. Add a onestroke penalty.
Or, play the ball where it
lies in the creek. No penalty.
Or, determine where the
ball last crossed the hazard
when it went into the creek
and draw an imaginary line
from the flag on the green
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Trails Club September hikes
Continued from page 2B
Peng, Las Trampas; and Trekkers, to be determined
Wednesday, Sept. 17: Amblers, Betty Boege, Briones; Ramblers, Steve and Jackie Batill, Rossmoor; Scramblers, Larry
Fredrick, to be determined; and Trekkers, to be determined
Saturday, Sept. 20: All groups will participate in the 50th
anniversary parade.
Wednesday, Sept. 24: Amblers, Bob Virdin, Diablo hills;
Ramblers, Pat Trapani, Burton Valley open space; Scramblers,
Marcelle Welch, Joaquin Miller; and Trekkers, Wayne Emrich,
Las Trampas or Redwood Park
Saturday, Sept. 27: Amblers, Earl Sawyer, Briones; Ramblers, Harriet Schwartz, Muir Woods; Scramblers, Kay Nitta,
Huckleberry; and Trekkers, Sumner Walters, Angel Island
Duplicate Bridge
Tuesday, Aug. 19
Section A
N/S 1. L. Chien/P. Zieger 2.
L. Pesavento/M. Sherman 3. S.
Eastman/K. Young 4. V. Low/J.
Owens
E/W 1. E. Beltran/D. Barker
2. H. Locey/I. Darroch 3. A. Petersen/G. White 4. O. Edor/M.
Suchman
Section B
N/S 1. D. Watkins/B. Owens 2. J. Laird/W. Warren 3. M.
Dachs/M. Kelley
E/W 1. B. Handelsman/C.
Handelsman 2. A. Long/R. Long
3. A. Maier/J. Mailman
Wednesday, Aug. 20
Section A
N/S 1. E. Beltran/R. Herrick 2.
J. Taylor/B. Atkins3. A. Smith/V.
Leavitt 4. A. Petersen/H. Schick
E/W 1. E. Chiang/B. Chan
2. M. Suchman/H. Ajmani 3. B.
Burgess/B. LaCour 4. R. Lehman/F. Yoshida
Thursday, Aug. 21
Section A
N/S 1. Barnes/L. Lange 2. C.
Griffin/L. Ferrell3. L. Moura/G.
Aiyar 4. J. Zayac/B. McKay
E/W 1. B. Komsthoeft/L. Miller 2. L. Humphrey/M. Humphrey
3. W. Samuela/I. Lichtblau 4. I.
Darroch/O. Edor
Friday, Aug. 22
N/S 1. Dresden John/E. Lew
2. J. Langan/A. Cloner 3. L. Virden/L. John
E/W 1. M. Cross/D. Parr 2.
S. Rodrigues/R. Hartwig3. J.
Durie/R. Thomann
Saturday, Aug. 23
Section A
N/S 1. B. Felder/D. Terris 2.
L. Pesavento/M. Horan3. G. Boyce/K. VonDohre 4. B. Smith/V.
Low
E/W 1. A. Gronner/D. Sherr
2. B. Sankary/B. LaCour 3. N.
Goelkel/M. Mok 4. M. Livingston/M. Stuart
Section B
N/S 1. A. Murray/J. Guillen
2. L. Grawoig/J. Lowe3. F. Aftowicz/M. Anderson 4. B. Handelsman/C. Handelsman
E/W 1. T. Szymczak/A. Petersen 2. C. Penskar/C. Griffin 3.
M. Suchman/P. Zieger 4. C. Warner/E. Reeve
Monday, Aug. 25
Section A
N/S 1. G. Karoly/V. Low 2. A.
Murray/I. Darroch 3. R. Dufosse/J. Lowe 4. J. Cassell/B. LaCour
E/W 1. C. Warner/P. Zieger 2.
S. Eastman/K. Young 3. A. Eastman/M. Suchman 4. K. Miller/D.
Kriens
Section B
N/S 1. N. Donaldson/D.
Thompson 2. P. Reagan/T. Blankfeld 3. M. Kelley/B. Atkins 4. P.
Tolins/A. Dreshfield
E/W 1. R. Weiner/E. Weiner 2.
B. Handelsman/C. Handelsman 3.
J. Johnston/S. Geraths 4. K. Stevens/P. Compton
For additional information, see
posted results or go to http://julialowe.bridgeforyou.com.
Seventy percenters
The Duplicate Bridge Club congratulates Edith Chiang, left,
and Beatrice Chan for their 70.75 percent duplicate bridge
game on Aug. 20.
Recycle the News and ad inserts.
Twenty-six players participated in the Party Bridge Club’s tournament as part of the 50th
Anniversary Games celebration.
Party Bridge Club holds Anniversary tourney
The Party Bridge Club, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Rossmoor Games, held a
tournament Aug. 26, in which
Satya Ray took first place,
Bob Hanson, second, and Joe
Hoffman, third.
Twenty-six players participated in the tournament,
giving six tables of four each,
with two sitting out each ses-
sion. Play consisted of four
rounds of six games each,
with players rotating amongst
the tables.
Ray, who moved into
Rossmoor only six weeks
ago, read about the Rossmoor
Games, but would be out of
town during the major activities. Party Bridge’s early date
gave him the opportunity to
The Party Bridge tournament winners were, from left, Satya
Ray, first place; Bob Hanson, second place; and Joe Hoffman,
third place.
be a part of the celebration.
He used steady play to compile scores of 1,080, 1,090,
990, and 590, in the four
rounds, giving a final tally of
3,750 points.
Hanson achieved a strong
1,300 points in the first round
by attaining rubber and by
setting a doubled contract,
three tricks. Steady play followed in the next rounds to
produce a final total of 3,640
points.
Hoffman started off slow,
getting only a partial game
score of 40 in the first round,
but came on strong in the last
two rounds with 1,270 and
1,260 points, respectively,
to produce a final score of
3,380. This was highlighted
by setting a doubled contract,
five tricks, for 800 points.
Party Bridge meets regularly on Tuesday afternoon
in Dollar Clubhouse Anyone
wishing to learn more about
the club can call Jim Wall at
935-3639.
Partnership Bridge results
On Aug. 26 there were 34 players at partnership bridge in the
Oak Room at Gateway. Clare and
Clark Brown topped the winners
with 3640 points.
Other winners were: Dorothy
and Jed Crane, 3200; Gloria McBeth/Joanna Larson, 3070; Dorothy Durr/Nilda Smyth, 2930;
Vicki LaBatt/Mary Keeler, 2820;
Wini Biehl/Shari Siegel, 2740;
and Sam Raber/Joyce Towner,
2640. Low score was 860.
Director Dolores Clark managed the game. For information,
call her at 330-8612.
On Aug. 22 at partnership
bridge the scores were: Sue Adams/Joyce Towner 3470, John
deBenedictis/Patsy
McAteer
3170, Hazel Gentry/Helen Dailey 2940, Dorothy and Jed Crane
2840, Fran Berry/Carolyn Nelson
2820 and Wini Biehl/Shari Siegel 2750 making a small slam in
spades. Low score was 1290. For
information, call Helen Dailey at
934-1902 or Carolyn Nelson 2560144.
bridge, the scores were: Don
Thompson/Don Christianson
5200, Marion and Valentine Grohoski 3930 with a small slam in
6 spades, Dawn Howell/Brucie
Carter 3660 with a small slam
in 6 spades, Vicki LaBatt/Mary
Keeler 3390, Wendy and Bill
Dorband 3380, Agnes Doubet/
Everett Finken 3310, Helen Field/
Gayle Strack 3280, Eleanor Blanton/Jewell Ward 3250, Edna
Nebinger/Pete Davis 3210, Dee
Monasch/Judy Lowe 3160 with a
small slam in 6 clubs and Betty
Harr/Richard Bamberger 3060.
bridge, the scores were: Wini Bie-
hl/Jeanine Merrick 4200, Neal
Monasch/Edna Nebinger 3430,
Marion and Valentine Grohoski 2980, Donna Prichard/Dawn
Howell 2540, Vicki LaBatt/Mary
Keeler 2530 and Louise Daum/
Rosalie Grupenhoff 2470.
For information, call Neal
Monasch at 933-9429.
Chess Forum
Each week, the Rossmoor
Chess Club offers a chess
problem or a clever opening
as well as the answer for the
previous week.
The answer for the Aug.
27 problem was 1.Rf1 Rxf1
2.Qe1 check Rxe1 3.Rxe1
mate.
This week, another problem is offered to tease the
mind, black to mate in three.
The answer will be included
in next week’s column.
Players at all levels are welcome in the Chess Room on
the first floor back corner at
Dollar Clubhouse on Fridays
from 12:30 to 2 p.m. There’s a
nice crowd on Saturdays from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Play is also
on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2
p.m. Call or email a player to
meet you there.
Call Bob Dickson at 9341405 with the solution and any
questions or comments.
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Nature Association sponsors
program on mountain lions
Participants of the Points Events, the first of four games in the Domino Club’s annual tournament
Domino Club’s annual tourney underway
The Domino Club’s annual tournament,
this year in association with the 50th anniversary Rossmoor games and sponsored by John
Muir Health, kicked off with the Points Event
on Aug. 25. The event was won by Krisztina
Kohlhaas with a score of 344. Second place
went to Joe Blyskal with 338, and in third
place was Bruce Thom with a score of 336.
The format for the Points Event (formerly called Individual Partnership) consisted of
five games. The cumulative total of the scores
from each of the five games produced the
overall score.
Thirty-two people vied for the title this
year. Players drew a seat each game (and were
partnered for that game) with whoever drew
the seat across from them. Kohlhaas has been
a member of the club for three years, but this
is the first year she entered the tournament.
After four games, she was 31 points “to the
good,” but was trailing Thom by 3 points.
In game five, it appeared Kohlhaas might
fall out of the top places as she and partner
Kent Croswell trailed 15-0 and 22-3 early.
However, they were able to swing the momentum in their favor and produced a final score
of 73.
Blyskal partnered with Connie Mitchell in
game 5 to achieve the high game of the night
at 79, propelling him from fifth to second.
Thom had a good result in winning his fifth
game 61-48, and his total score would have
won the tournament last year, but this year it
only produced a third place.
Results for the Random Draw and Chosen
Partner events will be printed in next week’s
issue. Tomorrow will be the final event, the
Book game, beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Oak
Room at Gateway Clubhouse.
An overall champion will be crowned after
the last of the four events, with points awarded
for placement in each.
A maximum of 124 points are available this
year, with Kohlhaas getting 32 points for the
night’s win. Blyskal, last year’s winner, helped
his chances of repeating by being awarded 31
points for second, while Thom got 30.
Every other player was awarded points as
well, in descending order of their placement.
The total points available in each event are
based on the number of entrants for that particular event.
Winners from regular club play on Aug. 23
are as follows: Croswell 353, Mike Flanagan
321, Thom 318, Lee Barry 313, Betty Landeck
312 and Jim Bombardier 311.
Duplicate Bridge Club holding
50th Anniversary Rossmoor Games
The Rossmoor Duplicate
Bridge Club (RDBC) announces several special games
to be held in celebration of
Rossmoor’s 50th Anniversary. These games will start on
Monday, Sept. 15, and end on
Sunday, Sept. 21. This entire
week will be Club Championship Week with extra points
awarded. All games will be
played in the Oak Room at
Gateway.
The games are as follows:
• Monday (12:30 p.m.) – Upgraded Club Championship
game with extra points awarded The game is only open to
RDBC members. The six winning pairs (12 people) will
receive a $25 gift certificate
to Safeway and 36 winners
will attend the free Rossmoor
Games luncheon on Friday,
Sept. 19.
• Tuesday (12:30 p.m.) – will
be an individual game with a
social twist. Players will get
new partners on each round.
RDBC members may invite
nonmembers to play in this
game.
• Wednesday (9:30 a.m.)
– IMP pairs game (similar to
Swiss Team). RDBC members
may invite nonmembers to
play with them in this game.
• Thursday (7 p.m.) – the
regular open game will be
held.
• Friday (9 a.m.) – the regular game will be held.
• Saturday (12:30 p.m.) – the
regular game will be held.
• Sunday (1 p.m.) – will be
an open Unit 499 game with
light refreshments served before the game.
Two duplicate bridge classes offered
A class in beginning bridge is being offered by the Rossmoor Duplicate Bridge Club
(RDBC). The class will be held on Mondays
from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Classes will run from Sept.
8 through Oct. 27.
Pat Taylor will be the instructor and the class
text will be “Bridge Basics 1, An Introduction”
by Audrey Grant. This class is for people who
do not play bridge, but want to learn this fun,
mind-challenging game.
A class in competitive bidding and conventions will be taught by Michael Gosnell. This
class is appropriate for current players who
want to improve their game or people who have
had a beginning bridge class. Declarer and defensive play will also be discussed.
It will be held on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11:30
a.m. Classes will run from Sept. 9 through Oct.
28. The text book will be “Bridge Basics 2,
Competitive Bidding” by Audrey Grant.
Each class is $40 for RDBC members, $45
for resident nonmembers ($5 of which will cover dues in RDBC for the remainder of 2014) and
$100 for nonresidents.
Checks should be made payable to the
Rossmoor Duplicate Bridge Club.
The texts for each of these classes will be
available for purchase on the first day of class
for $12. All classes will be held in the Oak
Room at the Gateway Center.
To enroll for either class, call Barbara V.
Smith at 256-4430.
The Rossmoor Nature Association presents the lecture
and slide show, “The Truth
about Mountain Lions.” It will
be on Wednesday, Sept. 10,
at 3 p.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway.
The speaker is Bay Area
ecological consultant James
(Doc) Hale. He has been a
wildlife biologist, naturalist
and ethno biologist for more
than 40 years.
The mountain lion, also
known as the puma or cougar, faces an increasingly uncertain future in California.
These animals are continually
being forced to adjust to freeways, residential and commercial development and other
obstacles to adequate home
ranges.
Such barriers within their
range diminish their ability
to reproduce at healthy levels
and maintain adequate genetic
diversity. As a keystone species, the mountain lion has a
tremendous impact on virtually all the wildlife that shares
its habitat.
As an ecological consultant,
Hale has prepared numerous
environmental impact reports
and statements throughout the
Western United States. He is
an expert on the natural and
cultural history of the San
Francisco Bay Area and the
Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta.
He rescues orphaned and
Learn about mountain lions at
the Nature Association program.
injured wildlife, leads interpretive natural and cultural history walks and lectures throughout the East Bay. Hale’s current
research involves the fisheries
of the Walnut Creek watershed
and mountain lion ecology in
The Peacock Hall’s doors
will open at 2:30 and the program will begin at 3. The
length of the presentation will
be approximately 60 minutes
with time for questions afterward.
Visitors are always welcome
to attend any of the club’s activities. For information about
the fall program series, contact
Penny Ittner at 891-4980 or by
email at pennyittner@comcast.
net.
Grandparents for Peace
to hear about the homeless
Grandparents for Peace and Justice will hear about the Trinity Center of Walnut Creek at its Monday, Sept. 8, meeting at
10 a.m. in Fairway Room A at Creekside.
The speaker is John Alonso, program director. He will speak
about the center’s programs, which serve homeless adult men
and women and the working poor in Walnut Creek and Central
Trinity Center offers respite and services. It is a safe haven
for people living on the streets. It offers on site services, such
as showers, laundry, clothing and food for those in need. It assists with referrals to community services and offers a Clothing Shed from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily.
Trinity Center is open two full days and two half days
a week. The center offers two meals a day on Tuesday and
Thursday; lunch on Friday; and Wednesday is women’s day.
The center also matches those in need with available affordable housing.
All are welcome to attend the program on homelessness. After the presentation, there will be a question and answer period
and discussion. Refreshments will be served.
For information, call Bobbie Rabinowitz, club chairwoman,
at 939-7384.
AAUW sets membership brunch
The Danville-Alamo-Walnut Creek Branch of the American
Association of University Women (AAUW) will hold a membership brunch on Saturday, Sept. 27, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30
p.m. at Roundhill Country Club, 3169 Roundhill Road, Alamo.
The speaker is Marilyn Fabe, Ph.D., author and retired senior lecturer at UC Berkeley. She will give a similar presentation to the one she gave in June at the Rossmoor Women’s
Conference.
Fabe has taught a wide variety of film courses for the Department of Film and Media at Berkeley, including many on
the representation of women in film. Learn about the film industry through film clips and the role women played in that
evolution.
To make a reservation, as soon as possible, contact the membership co-chairwomen, Tena Gallagher at 837-0826 or Soni
Leighton at 286-1737.
6B
Clubs & Organizations
Red Hatters to see
Prime Time couples host dinner
videos at club luncheon
The Red Hat luncheon will be on Saturday, Sept. 13, at 11:30
a.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway.
The menu choices are beef mushroom salad or chicken crepes
with a hot fudge sundae for dessert. Videos of the Rossmoor Red
Hatters will be shown.
The cost is $15 for members and $17 for nonmembers. Reservation checks, payable to Rossmoor Red Hatters, should be sent
to Joan Lockhart, 2001 Pine Knoll Drive No. 1, or placed in the
Red Hat mailbox at Gateway. Be sure to note on the check the
entree choice. Checks must be in by Friday, Sept. 5. Lockhart
can be reached at 939-0206.
The group will also meet on Saturday, Oct. 11. The luncheon
choices are ham or filet of sole with anniversary cake. Rossmoor
tap dancers will provide the entertainment.
Any Rossmoor woman willing to wear a red hat (or a purple
hat if it’s during a birthday month) along with a red or purple
shirt or scarf is welcome to join the Red Hat group.
Annual dues are $15. Mail checks to Joyce Towner, 2140 Cactus Court No. 3, or leave them in the club mailbox at Gateway.
New members will be contacted by Queen Ruth Koehler.
Members should call Koehler at 930-9635 if they know of a
member who is ill or in need.
Information about the Rossmoor Red Hatters can be found
on the website, www.rossmoorredhatters.net with information
provided by Liz Sloan.
Caledonian Society needs
volunteers, will meet
The Caledonian Society will meet on Monday, Sept. 15, at
1:30 p.m. at Dollar Clubhouse. Business will include the election of officers and approval of committee chairpersons and
program organization.
Membership bylaws to raise yearly dues will also be discussed at the meeting.
Members are sought to volunteer for key positions. Unless
positions are filled, the Caledonian society may have to reduce
the number of events in 2015.
The club is currently planning a great program for the Burn’s
Supper on Jan. 23, and due to popular demand, the Highland
Dancers will be brought back.
Marge Lubeck will demonstrate how to make Scottish shortbread from an old family recipe brought over from Scotland.
She got the recipe from her grandmother and has been using it
to make shortbread cookies for over 60 years.
After the September meeting, membership forms will be
available at the club mailbox at Gateway Clubhouse or by calling Jim Bennie at 482-0666.
Caledonian Society marches
in parade, to elect officers
Members of the Caledonian Society will be in Rossmoor’s
50th anniversary parade on Saturday, Sept. 20. There will be
two marching pipers, Scottish flags adorning golf carts and
some marchers will be dressed in kilts. Members can join in the
parade, if they wish.
The club will meet on Monday, Sept. 15, at 1:30 p.m. at Dollar
Clubhouse. Business will include election of officers, approval
of committee chairpersons and program organization. Members
are sought to volunteer for key positions and nominations will
be accepted from the floor.
There will be a demonstration of how to bake Scottish short
bread using an old Scottish recipe.
After the Sept. 15 meeting, membership forms can be picked
up from the club’s mailbox at Gateway or contact Jim Bennie at
482-0666.
Judge to speak to Rotary
The Rotary Club of Rossmoor will hear from Judge Barry
Goode about the “Impact of the California Budget on the Court
and Judicial System” on Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Goode graduated from the Harvard Law School and was
appointed to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals by President
Clinton.
The Rossmoor Rotary meets weekly in the Diablo Room at the
Hillside Clubhouse from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The speaker starts
promptly at 1 p.m. One does not have to be a Rotarian to attend.
There is a full buffet lunch available for $15. No reservations
are required. For information, call Barbara Safran at 890-8970.
The Prime Time Couples Dinner Club will
hold its next dinner on Tuesday, Sept. 16, at
Dollar Clubhouse. Dinner will be served by
Hamilton Catering.
The cost is $46 per couple for members
and $50 per couple for nonmembers. There
will be a social hour from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.,
during which members and guests will be
served a variety of hors d’oeuvres and everyone brings their own beverages.
Dinner is served at 6:30. Seating, as usual,
will be determined by a random drawing to
mix couples and promote maximum acquaintanceship. Dinner will be melon salad with
strawberries, ham, sweet potatoes, spinach
and chocolate pie with whipped cream.
A fish or vegetarian option is available on
request. Wine, coffee and tea will also be
served with the meal.
Reservation checks must be received by
Thursday, Sept. 11. Checks can be dropped
off at the Prime Time Club message box located at Gateway, or, they may be mailed or
delivered to club Treasurer Tom Mesetz at
2132 Golden Rain Road No. 1, Entry 13.
Late phone reservations are sometimes
possible. Call Mesetz at 939-2132 for information.
Prime Time Couples Club is a social club
for couples that meets the third Tuesday of
every month for a catered dinner and conversation, followed by humor and trivia. For
information call President Phil Blakeney at
933-6007.
Couples (married or not married) are invited to learn more about the club by coming to
dinner as paying guests on a space-available
basis.
Chinese-American Association will
celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival
The Chinese-American Association of
Rossmoor will celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5:30 p.m. at the
Event Center.
The hosts are Mei Shi and Trudy Tuan, and
the masters of ceremony are Albert Yu and
Mei Shi.
The dinner is catered by Tomi Sushi and
Seafood Buffet restaurant of Concord. There
will be appetizers of stuffed mushrooms, sea
weed salad, barbecued pork, soy sauce chicken, roasted salmon, stir-fried vegetables, fried
rice with shrimp and vegetable lo mein. The
desserts are mooncake, mango mousse cake
and melon slices.
The entertainment features hula dancing performed by Na Kupuna O Kealoha of
Rossmoor.
The leader of the group is Lea Hadlich.
There will also be a soprano solo by Zhou Di
Mei who will sing three songs, skits and door
prizes.
The Mid-Autumn Festival (Zhongqiu Jie) is
a traditional Chinese holiday that is celebrated on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month,
around the time of the autumnal equinox.
It has its roots in the Shang dynasty tradition of moon worship, and is held at a time of
the year when moon is at its fullest, visually
large and bright.
The Mid-Autumn Festival is second only to
Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) in terms
of its importance. Other names for this festival include: Moon Festival; Mooncake Festival; Lantern Festival; Festival of the Eighth
Moon; and Festival of Reunion (since it is a
time when family members often come together to celebrate).
The Mid-Autumn Festival is a time when
farmers celebrate the end of the summer harvesting season, and when family members
gather to appreciate the beauty of the autumn
moon.
One of the most common traditions associated with Zhongqiu Jie involves making and
eating mooncakes: sweet round cakes, about
three inches in diameter that are similar to English fruitcakes or plum pudding.
There are hundreds of varieties of mooncakes, but typically they have a filling of nuts,
melon seeds, lotus-seed paste, Chinese dates,
almonds, minced meats and/or orange peels.
This rich filling is held within a golden-brown pastry crust, and a cooked egg yolk
may be placed decoratively in the center.
The crust is often adorned with symbols associated with the Mid-Autumn Festival. It’s
traditional to pile 13 mooncakes into a pyramid, symbolizing the 13 moons of a complete
lunar year.
And, of course, the best place to eat the
mooncakes is outside under the moon.
Italian Club sets fall dinner dance
The Italian-American Club will celebrate
fall with a dinner dance on Friday, Sept. 12,
at the Event Center. The hosted bar will be
open from 5:15 to 6 p.m. Dinner, catered by Il
Pavone, will be served at 6:30.
The menu includes antipasto, Caesar salad,
penne pasta, chicken piccata, mashed potatoes, vegetables and cobbler for dessert. Red
and white wine and decaffeinated coffee and
tea will also be included.
The evening will feature music by the
Manny Gutierrez band.
The cost is $30 for members and $35 for
guests. Send reservation checks to Bertha
Messina, 2666 Saklan Indian Drive No. 8,
Entry 12. Those who want to be seated as
a group must send checks and names in the
same envelope. Deadline for reservations is
Friday, Sept. 5, at 5 p.m.
Those who are unable to attend after the
deadline can make arrangements by noon, the
day of the event, with Diane Mader at 2879460 to pick up their dinner at 7:30. No pick-
up dinners will be available to those who did
not call .
Name tags will be put on each dinner and
the dinner will be brought to the table originally assigned to the person. Those unable to
pick up their dinners should make arrangements for someone to bring it to them. For
safety reasons, attendees are not allowed to
go into the kitchen.
Membership is open to Rossmoor residents of Italian origin and to those whose
spouse is of Italian descent. Also included are
Rossmoor residents who are widows or widowers of Italian spouses, who have met the
club lineage requirement and were married
to the deceased spouse for a minimum of 10
years.
Membership forms may be obtained from
Sam and Anne Barnes, 1726 Stanley Dollar
Drive, No. 1A, Entry 8 or call 954-8878. Applications for membership will be reviewed
by the board.
Annual dues are $15 per person.
First RMUG focus
session to start Sept. 15
The Rossmoor Mac Users Group (RMUG) welcomes new
and longtime Mac users to bimonthly focus sessions. On the
first and third Monday of each month, at 10 a.m. in the Vista
Room at Hillside clubhouse, Mac users can be found discussing varied topics of interest.
Monday, Sept. 15 is the first session of the fall. Lynn Letteris will describe the different types of digital cameras, including iPhones and iPads, after which questions can be addressed from attendees on any Mac-related topic.
The Computer Room at Gateway has an RMUG member
ready to answer questions and give help every Wednesday
morning to Mac users.
There are no dues to join RMUG, as the group relies on donations to cover costs of focus sessions and special meetings.
It is easy to join the group: email jimruss2@earthlink.net and
include address and phone number in the body of the letter.
Weekly emails are sent out on Sundays describing the next
week’s activities. Go to the website at rossmoormacusers.org,
to find out more details of the organization’s future plans, or
call Dian Overly, 945-6055, to set up home visits.
The brochures for the fall Acalanes Adult Education Center classes have been mailed to residents. The term begins
Sunday, Sept. 7. This year registration can be done online for
the first time. Go to the web site, www.acalanes.k12.ca.us/
adulted for the link, and choose the classes. The office is also
open for enrollment in person.
The Mac classes are varied and include iPad and iPhone
topics as well as beginning and intermediate computer instruction.
Tip of the week
An iPhone tip: Ask Siri, “What flights are above me?” or
just say, “Planes overhead,” and a chart will appear featuring
each plane’s flight number, altitude, and angle. This may take
about 30 seconds.
NCJW September meeting
focuses on human trafficking
The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) will have an
open meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 17, at 9:30 a.m. in the Club
Room at Creekside. A light buffet breakfast will be served.
After a short business meeting, the film, “Human Trafficking”
starring Donald Sutherland and Miro Sorvino, will be shown.
NCJW wants to make Rossmoor residents aware of this problem. It is hoped that in-roads will be made in advocating for
more laws and greater penalties for those involved in trafficking.
NCJW has made the issue of human trafficking one of its priorities. A discussion about the subject will follow the film.
The meeting is open to all Rossmoor residents.
NCJW is a volunteer organization that works to improve the
quality of life for women, children and families through the various programs supported by its membership. For information
about NCJW check the website at www.ncjwccs.org or call Judy
Lichtenstine at 949-4797.
7B
Computer classes and seminars
for seniors will start next week
An array of computer classes designed by seniors, for
seniors will be offered by the
Computer Club at the Computer Center at Gateway. Fall
classes are starting soon.
These classes are close by,
at convenient times and are
low-cost. Sign up for a class
to improve computer skills.
The following are the classes
scheduled to begin in September.
Computer-1, starts Tuesday, Sept. 9, and is on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from
10 a.m. to noon. Computer-1
is the place to start for those
who are new to computers.
The class starts at the very
beginning and moves ahead,
step by step. In these hands-on
classes the professional teacher has helped adults learn and
use computers. A textbook is
included.
Word-1 starts Monday,
Sept. 8, and is on Mondays
and Wednesdays from 10 a.m.
to noon. Word-1 is for computer users who want to improve
their writing skills. The Windows-8 software that comes
with new computers has new
features and looks quite different than older Word programs.
Digital Photo-1 starts Monday, Sept. 8, and is on Mon-
days and Wednesdays, from 1
to 3 p.m. Digital Photo-1 is a
hands-on class for those who
have a digital camera. Learn
to use the camera’s many features and then be able to take
better photos. Learn the basics
of downloading and storing
pictures, sharing pictures with
others over the Internet and
much more.
iPad Basics starts Thursday, Sept.11, and is on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1 to 3
p.m. iPad Basics is a handson and demonstration class
where students learn to use
their iPads. Learn and practice using the various buttons
and switches and the built-in
keyboard. Communicate with
others, use email, maps, etc.
Class size is limited to 15 students.
Windows-8 Basics starts
Tuesday, Sept. 30, and is on
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10
a.m. to noon. Windows-8
Basics is a special hands-on
mini-course that teaches use of
the special features of this new
Windows-8 software and technology. Work with the desktop
and the new start screen, and
use the touch-screen as well
as other new items such as the
charms bar, File Explorer, etc.
The seminar, Getting to
Know Your iPad, is from 1
to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept.
9. This two-hour seminar is
hands-on and is for new iPad
users. Learn to use the touchscreen, to navigate, turn the
iPad on and off, put it to sleep,
etc.
The seminar, Windows-8
Basics, is for new Windows-8
users. Windows-8 has features quite different from
Windows-7 or other Windows
operating systems. This is a
hands-on seminar using the
Computer Club’s new Windows-8 computers. The seminar is on Monday, Sept. 29,
from 10 a.m. to noon.
The cost for each computer class is $45 ($30 for current
Computer Club members).
Seminars cost $15 each ($10
for current club members).
Computer Club dues are $15
for the calendar year.
The Computer Club is located in the main Gateway
Clubhouse; the phone numbers are 947-4527 and 9474528. The club office number
is 280-3984. Bill Hammond,
club computer expert, can be
reached at 953-8871. Email:
rossmoorcomputercenter@
comcast.net.
Website:
www.carossmoorcomputerclub.com.
Antiques Club September guest
speaker will discuss Renaissance life
The Antiques Club will
meet Wednesday, Sept. 24, at
1:30 p.m. in Donner rooms A
and B at the Event Center.
De Young Museum docent
Kay Payne will present, “A
Day in the Life of the Renaissance.”
Her lecture with slides
will be a journey back to Renaissance Florence and Venice. The audience will participate in the sights and sounds
during that time period and
what people wore and ate in
everyday life.
Payne will show contemporary works of art by Da
Vinci, Botticelli and Raphael.
Payne started docent
training in 1979 and has been
a docent and lecturer since
1981 for the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco.
She is coordinator of the
Community Speakers Program for the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco for
which she received the prestigious 2012 Mc Neil Volunteer Recognition Award in
2013. Payne graduated from
UC Berkeley in education
with a special interest in art
history.
The Antiques Club also
has a special interest in collectibles, which many of its
meetings and tours reflect.
Guests are welcome.
For information, call Marlene Maroulas at 944-7047.
Stamp Club holds trading
session Sept. 13 at Gateway Antiques Club welcomes new members
The Antiques Club of Rossmoor memberThe Antiques Club meets on the fourth
The Rossmoor Stamp Club, also known as the Rossmoor
ship
year
begins
in
September
with
Marlene
Wednesday
of each month from September
Philatelic Society, will hold its monthly trading session on SatMaroulas
as
club
president.
through
June
with programs including events
urday, Sept. 13, in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway. The meetThe
Antiques
Club
also
has
a
special
interwith
speakers
or entertainment.
ing starts at 9:30 a.m. and ends at 11 a.m.
est
in
collectibles,
which
many
of
hits
meetClub
day
trips
with luncheon will begin
The trading session will allow members to see new donations
ings
and
tours
reflect.
with
the
tour
to
the
San Francisco Fall Anto the club that will be available for purchase at nominal prices.
Dues
of
$15,
payable
to
Rossmoor
Antiques
tiques
Show
on
Thursday,
Oct. 23. Watch for
The club was recently gifted with some United States airmail
Club,
should
be
sent
to
Diane
Casey,
memberdetails
in
the
October
Rossmoor
News. There
covers. The club’s other collections will also be available.
ship
chairwoman,
552
Spotted
Owl
Court.
will
also
be
a
holiday
event
in
December.
Members may bring in stamps they wish to trade or donate.
Dues must be received before Monday,
The Antiques Club welcomes new memBoth United States postage stamps, as well as foreign stamps,
Sept.
15,
to
be
included
in
the
roster
for
2014bers
(must be a Rossmoor resident).
are collected in Rossmoor. The club will accept donations with
2015.
Do
not
put
checks
or
membership
forms
Prospective
members may contact Casey at
gratitude, and unneeded or duplicate stamps are sorted and
in
the
club
box
at
Gateway.
210-1273.
passed on to charities such as the Boy Scouts or the Veterans
Hospital. All philatelic items are treated with respect.
For information about collecting stamps, come to one of the
club’s meetings. The club meets for a trading session on the second Saturday morning of the month, and has a formal meeting
on the morning of the last Saturday of the month. There is a
Trust attorney Lawrence
Members requested this to the California Society of
short break over the winter holidays.
P. Beck will speak at the El- meeting topic.
CPAs, National Association
Contact the club president, Rich Kirby, at 324-6328 or at rich- der Advocate Club meeting
Beck has a bachelor’s of Federal Retired Employardwkirby@aol.com.
on Monday, Sept. 22, at 10 degree from Brandeis Uni- ees and many other public
a.m. in the Fairway Room at versity and both a master’s and private organizations.
Creekside.
degree in taxation and a law
A large crowd is expected
Entire issues of the News are now available
His topics are living degree from Golden Gate so early arrival is suggested.
trusts, wills and family lim- University.
online at www.rossmoornews.com.
ited partnerships.
He’s given presentations Mike Wener at 933-1273.
Elder Advocate topic is wills, trusts
8B
RELIGION
Religious Services
LUTHERAN
Hope Lutheran Church invites everyone to gather for a spirited worship service in the Fireside Room at Gateway Clubhouse
on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 10:30 a.m. Pastor Jack Niemi will preach
on Matthew 18:15-20. Wayne Anderson serves as director of
music and grand pianist, and Don Gurley serves as cantor. Immediately following worship, all are invited for a time of refreshments and fellowship.
The people of Hope Church gather in the Fireside Room to
be transformed by a warm and friendly time of liturgical worship and high-spirited fellowship. Rossmoor Dial-a-Bus delivers attendees to Gateway Clubhouse. Large-print bulletins and
hearing aid T-coil complement the accessibility of worship at
Hope. Arrive early for a time of fellowship and stay for coffee
and conversation after the service. For information or pastoral
concerns, contact Pastor Niemi at 349-5111.
EPISCOPAL
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church invites all Rossmoor residents
to a service of “caring and sharing through inspirational worship and fellowship” on Sunday, Sept. 7, at 10 a.m. in the Diablo
Room at Hillside Clubhouse. On this 13th Sunday after Pentecost, the Rev. Beth Lind Foote will offer a sermon based on
Matthew 18:15-20. The service will include a Sung Eucharist;
all are welcome to participate fully, and to stay for refreshments
and fellowship at the potluck coffee hour following the service.
Bible study is held each Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the Bunker Room at
Creekside in Rossmoor. Call the church office for more details:
937-4820.
METHODIST
Tice Valley United Methodist Church invites everyone to a
joyful and hope-filled worship experience on Sunday mornings
at 11 in Peacock Hall. The choir sings each Sunday from Sep-
Religious Services
A T
R O S S M O O R
B’NAI ISRAEL CONGREGATION
Friday Evening Service 7:30 p.m.
Vista Room–Hillside Clubhouse
For information call
287-9997 or 300-3225
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH
Worship: 10:30 a.m. each Sunday
Fireside Room, Gateway Clubhouse
For info, call the church office:
709-4673
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
2100 Tice Valley Blvd. at Rossmoor Prkwy.
935-2100
Sundays: Worship 10 a.m.,
Pastors: Roger Reaber
ROSSMOOR PILGRIM
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
Rev. Dr. Daryl J. Clemens
10:30 a.m. each Sunday
The Vista Room, Hillside
287-1500
ST. ANNE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH
Sunday Masses 9:00 & 11:15 a.m.
Sat. 5 p.m., Weekdays 8 a.m.
Confessions Sat. 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Father Joseph Parekkatt
1600 Rossmoor Prkwy. 932-2324
TICE VALLEY
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Services every Sunday at 11 a.m.
in Peacock Hall at Gateway
Rev. Joanne Peterson • 937-4535
New Office: 1944 Tice Valley Blvd.
ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Service 10 a.m.,
Diablo Room, Hillside,
Rector: the Rev. Anne Cox Bailey
937-4820 (Office)
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
OF WALNUT CREEK
Sundays: Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.
2336 Buena Vista Ave., WC
934-2139
N E A R B Y
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST
#2 Eckley Lane, Walnut Creek (corner of Eckley Lane and Walnut Blvd.)
Sunday 10 a.m. • Wednesday Evening 7:30 p.m. 934-4527
S inai M emorial C hapel
CHEVRA KADISHA
(FD#1523)
Jay Lewis (FDR#3301)
Managing Funeral Director
(925) 962-3636
3415 Mt. Diablo Blvd.
Lafayette, 94549
Pre-need funeral arrangements available
www.sinaichapel.org
tember through June. Holy Communion is celebrated on the first
Sunday of each month. Weekly worship is wheelchair accessible
with large-print bulletins and aids for hearing.
After the service, worshippers are invited for conversation
and light refreshments in multipurpose rooms 1 and 2. For more
information or pastoral care, contact the church office at 9374535, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday, or visit the
website at tvumc.org.
CATHOLIC
Congregation B’nai IsraSt. Anne’s Catholic Church schedule of Masses for the
el will hold High Holy Days
weekend of Sept. 6 and 7 is as follows: Fr. George DaRoza will
services in the Event Center
preside at the 9 a.m. Masses on Saturday and Sunday. Fr. Joseph
on the following dates: Erev
Parekkatt will preside at the 5 p.m. Mass on Saturday, and the
Rosh Hashanah, Wednes11:15 a.m. Mass on Sunday. The Sacrament of Reconciliation
day, Sept. 24, at 7:30 p.m.;
is celebrated on Saturdays, 4 to 4:30 p.m., or by appointment.
Rosh Hashanah on ThursEveryone is welcome at St. Anne Church, celebrating faith, hope
day, Sept. 25, at 9:30 a.m.;
and love since 1965.
Kol Nidre service on FriPRESBYTERIAN
day, Oct. 3, at 7:30 p.m.;
and Yom Kippur service
Grace Presbyterian Church invites everyone to worship
on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 9:30
on Sunday, Sept 7, at 10 a.m. This Sunday the Rev. Roger Reaa.m.
ber’s sermon “From Destruction to Induction” will be based on
The afternoon service
Deut. 7:1-7 and Matt. 15:21-39. The sacrament of Communion
will begin at 3:30 p.m. folwill also be celebrated and all people are welcome to the table.
lowed by Yizkor. Break the
After worship there is a time to socialize in the Fireside Room
Fast will take place at the
at Grace. This Sunday at 3 p.m. there will be a piano, flute, and
conclusion of services.
organ concert offered by Dwight Stone and Steve Cram. On
Carpooling is recomFriday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. “The Magic of Trumpet and Organ”
mended as parking is limwill be presented by organist Dr. Robert Adams and trumpeter
ited.
Phil Sullivan.
Cantor Steven Richards
JEWISH
will conduct the services,
B’nai Israel Congregation Sabbath services led by Cantor
as he has for the past severRachel Brott will be held on Friday, Sept. 5, at 7:30 p.m. in the
al years. He is well known
Vista Room, Hillside Clubhouse. Greeter Susan Hochschild will
in the Bay Area, having
say the blessing over the challah. Al Zemsky will provide the
served as cantor/educator of
oneg. After the service, Laura Bernell will speak to the conCongregation B’nai Tikvah
gregation on “Why the Jews? Myths About Judaism.” She will
in Walnut Creek from 1994
discuss six myths that gentiles often have about Judaism, drawthrough 2000.
ing from writings by Christian groups and based on her article
Members and guests are
published several years ago on the front page of the San Jose
welcome. For information,
Mercury News’ Religion section. All are invited to attend and
call Judith Morris 287-9997
enjoy the service, the program and the social hours.
or Karolyn Rim Stein at
CONGREGATIONAL UCC
938-2080.
Rossmoor Pilgrim Congregational Christian United
Church of Christ’s Sunday worship service will be held Sept.
7, at 10:30 a.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside Clubhouse. The
Rev. Dr. Daryl J. Clemens, pastor and teacher, will officiate at
the service and preach. A social time with refreshments and conversation circles will be held after the service. Holy Communion
is served the first Sunday of every month. Bible studies, except
for July and August, are announced and held in the Mulligan
Room at the Creekside complex. A cordial invitation is extended to all to participate in the activities of Pilgrim Church. For
The annual picnic of the
information or for pastoral concerns, call 287-1500 or email
Church
of St. Anne will be
rossmoorpccucc@aol.com.
held on Sunday, Sept. 21, in the
Dollar Clubhouse patio area,
behind the clubhouse. The
A Rossmoor handbell group bells belongs to the Tice Val- hosted social hour begins at 5
needs a new director. Practice is ley United Methodist Church p.m. with a selection of wine,
held once a week except on hol- (TVUMC) and the group usu- beer and soft drinks.
A barbecue buffet catered
idays or summer vacation and ally plays at church services
by Hamilton will follow feathere is flexibility in setting the every six to eight weeks.
day of practice, which depends
One does not need to belong turing ribs, chicken, beans,
on the availability of the foyer to TVUMC or any church to salads, coffee and dessert.
The cost is $25 per person.
of Peacock Hall, where the bells play with this group.
are stored and played.
For information, call Mari- Checks payable to St. Anne’s
Society may be sent to Mary
The three-octave set of lyn Teakle at 937-4535.
Lou Delpech at 2916 Tice
Creek Drive No. 8. The deadline for checks to be received
is Wednesday, Sept. 17.
Reservations will not be
taken to hold a table ahead of
time. Tables will be on a firstcome basis at the picnic.
For information regarding
the picnic call Delpech at 9326742.
High Holy
Day services
to be held at
Event Center
St. Anne’s to
hold annual
picnic at
Dollar Sept. 21
Handbell group needs director
Power out? Use
a cellphone to
call PG&E at
800-743-5002
In Memoriam
MARILYN HAREID
POWELL
Marilyn Hareid Powell
passed away peacefully after a
three-year battle with Alzheimer’s.
She was born in 1938 in
New York City. She moved
to the Bay Area in 1947. She
attended Foothill College and
San Jose State, majoring in art.
She worked for Lockheed, and
became an interior designer. In
1976, she co-founded the Bicycle Outfitter in Los Altos and
in 1996, Outfitter Bicycle tours
with husband Dick Powell. In
1992, she started painting and
has many pieces hanging in
private collections.
She is survived by her husband and her son Terry Powell; sisters Cathy Hareid and
Midge Johnson and brother
Don Hareid.
A celebration of her life will
be Friday, Sept. 12, in Walnut
Creek. For information, go to
DickPowell53@aol.com
away peacefully in San Rafael
on Aug. 23.
She was an educator, catalyst for special needs integration and a community volunteer.
She is survived by children,
Philip, Teddy, Bari, Andrew
and Mia; six grandchildren;
and three great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by her
companion and active debating
partner, Chaim Friend z”l.
Donations in her memory
may be made to Brooklyn College Foundation/Alumni Association, Congregation B’nai
Israel of Rossmoor, Chabad of
Contra Costa or the charity of
your choice.
Obituary policy
The Rossmoor News offers free obituaries of about
120 words. Obituaries may
be edited. A sample obituary
with instructions is available
in the News office or can
be emailed. Obituaries with
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RUTH ROSALIND
information are charged at
ZITTELL
a rate of $9.50 per column
Ruth Rosalind (Roz) Zittell inch. For information about
was born on July 22, 1922 in placing an obituary, call
Brooklyn, N.Y. She passed 988-7800.
Bible Study starts tomorrow
Rossmoor Bible Study begins its fall session on Thursday, Sept. 4. The class has been
a part of the Rossmoor experience since 1983. Each study is
10-weeks long and meets on
Thursday mornings at Dollar
Clubhouse. Sessions begin at 9
a.m. and conclude at 10:40.
This session will address
the question: Who holds the
title deed to the Holy Land?
The study will examine the
Biblical view of the promises
God made to Abraham and his
descendants (Israelis) many
years ago and seeks to establish how these promises are
still relevant today.
The class is taught by Earle
Fries, a Rossmoor resident of
17 years. After three years of
Bible College, Fries embarked
Methodist
Church needs
choir singers
Tice Valley United Methodist Church is looking for
more singers for its choir, and
is hoping to begin a Rossmoor
Organ Club.
The choir rehearses on
Wednesday afternoon, and
sings at the Sunday service
held in Peacock Hall.
For information, call Marilyn Teakle at 937-4535.
Bereavement
Support Group
Meets for eight weeks,
three times a year. For information, call 988-7750.
on a teaching career. He has
ministered in many countries
of the world and has led tour
groups to Israel, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Greece, Turkey
and Italy with an emphasis on
examining the historical Biblical record.
Rossmoor Bible Study is a
nondenominational class that
seeks to examine and illuminate the Biblical texts. All
Rossmoor residents are invited
to become a part of this quest.
A study booklet prepared
by Dr. Robert Stevens will be
used and available at nominal cost. There are no other
charges.
For information, phone
Fries at 926-0307 or email
earlefries@comcast.net.
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Unitarians to hold potluck and program
Unitarian Universalists of
Rossmoor will hold the first
program and potluck of the
fall season on Friday, Sept.
12, at 11:30 a.m. in the Vista
Room at Hillside Clubhouse.
The program begins with
a short chalice lighting and
song. Lunch is at noon. All
are asked to bring a main
dish, side dish, salad or dessert to feed six to eight people. A $2 donation is requested.
Over the years, the Unitarians have found that programs about the members,
lessons learned and books
that opened new doors are often more gripping than other
people’s ideas. So members
should bring themselves,
their news, pictures and the
things they are bursting to
talk about.
Call Margaret Woodside
for information at 818-0687.
Hadassah to meet for lunch, speakers
The Rossmoor group of
Diablo Valley Hadassah will
have a luncheon on Tuesday,
Sept. 16, at noon in the Fireside Room at Gateway. There
will be two speakers: Aimee
Golant and Felice Zensius.
Golant is a fourth-generation Hadassah life member, a
sixth-generation metal artist
and a granddaughter of Holocaust survivors. Her art has
recently been endorsed by the
Dalai Lama. She was voted
best Jewish artisan craftsperson in San Francisco for two
years in a row by the readers
of the J. Jewish News Weekly. Some of her notable artistic projects include creating
the crown for the Women’s
Torah Project and creating
mezuzot for two space shuttle
missions, the Whitwell Middle School Holocaust Library
and for the National Museum
of American Jewish History
in Philadelphia. Her website
is http://aimeegolant.com.
Zensius is a longstanding
member of Temple Israel in
Alameda and a life member
of Hadassah. She is on the
board of the Jewish Community Relations Council
(JCRC) and chairs the Public
Policy Committee. She was
presented the Outstanding
Community Activism award
from the Jewish Public Affairs Committee of California where she also serves as a
board member. Before retirement, she served as the chief
of staff to Senator Nicholas
C. Petris representing Oakland, Berkeley and Alameda.
Zensius will offer an update on JCRC’s program,
“Standing Up for Israel.” Go-
lant will have examples of
her Judaica available for sale
and will donate a percentage
of the proceeds to Hadassah.
Hadassah New Year greeting
cards will also be available
for sale.
Cost for the luncheon is
$25 per person. Additional
donations to support Hadassah Medical as it supports
the citizens of Israel are welcome.
RSVP by Wednesday, Sept.
10. Send checks, payable to
Diablo Valley Hadassah, with
name and name of guests to:
Helene Casella, 1160 Moccasin Court, Clayton 94517.
For information, call 6930293 or email dvhadassah@
gmail.com.
Hadassah, the Women’s Zi-
onist Organization of America, Inc., founded in 1912, is
a volunteer women’s organization whose members are
motivated and inspired to
strengthen their partnership
with Israel, ensure Jewish
continuity, and realize their
potential as a dynamic force
in American society. In Israel, Hadassah initiate and
supports pace-setting health
care, education and youth institutions and land development to meet the country’s
changing needs. In the United
States, Hadassah programs
include health education, social action and advocacy on
many issues.
To learn more, go online at
www.diablovalley.hadassah.
org.
Margaret A.
Ghirardo
October 3, 1922 – August 14, 2014
Margaret Ann Ghirardo née Madden, a twenty-seven
year resident of Rossmoor, was born in Stockton and
raised in Lodi, California. From infancy, Margaret and her
family spent time each summer in Lake Tahoe, a practice
she continued with her children and grandchildren over
the years. She was a descendent of California Gold
Rush era pioneers and Irish and Croatian immigrants
from the Konavle Valley near Dubrovnik. She attended
college and worked at Pollock Shipyard until she
married Joseph B. Ghirardo in September 1943. The
family lived in Missoula, Montana; Stockton, Tiburon
and Redwood City, California. Because Joseph worked
for Del Monte Foods, the family transferred to Verona,
Italy, and Brussels, Belgium, for eight years. Margaret
and Joe traveled the globe in his capacity as Treasurer
of Del Monte International, until his retirement in 1982.
A voracious reader who also enjoyed playing bridge,
Margaret volunteered at city libraries and local hospitals
wherever she lived, including the Garnet Guild at
John Muir Hospital. She received the Contra Costa
County Special Recognition Award for her Library
Volunteer work in May 2001; she rarely missed a day
in more than twenty years of service. The Republican
Club at Rossmoor also recognized her volunteer efforts
and participation in the Club with an award in 2003.
Margaret was predeceased by Joseph; by her brother,
Donald; and by her grandson, Christopher Joseph. She is
survived by three daughters, Jo Ann Bank of Mill Valley,
Diane Ghirardo of Santa Monica, and Suzanne Balke
of Brentwood; four grandchildren, Rachel Van Cleave
Schottland, Colin and Jon Balke, and Lora Decker;
and seven great-grandchildren: Natasha and Dominic
Schottland, Noelani Akana, Alessandra and Raegan
Balke, Braedyn and Adelynn Decker. Supportive, loving,
loyal mother, grandmother, friend
and wife, Margaret will be sorely
missed by her family and by
her many friends. At Margaret’s
request, private services will be
held later. In lieu of flowers, the
family requests that donations be
made in her name to Hospice.
PAID OBITUARY
10B
D=Dollar Clubhouse G=Gateway Clubhouse EC=Event Center H=Hillside Clubhouse MPR=Multipurpose Room DV=Del Valle C=Creekside
pool And Fitness Center hours
• Del Valle pool is open from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, except
Thursdays when it opens at 1 p.m. after cleaning; and 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday
and Sunday.
• Dollar pool is open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., except Wednesdays when it opens at 1
p.m. after cleaning.
• Hillside pool is open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., except Tuesdays when it opens at 1
p.m. after cleaning. The pool is also closed Mondays and Thursdays from 9 to 10
a.m. when the Masters practice.
• Family swim is at Hillside pool Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 11
a.m. to 1 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. There is no family
swim on Tuesdays when the pool is closed until 1 p.m. for cleaning.
• Fitness Center is open Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and
Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• For information on pool hours, call 988-7854.
Thursday, September 4
6 a.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, D, H.......................................... Rec. Dept.
6 a.m.
Strength Circuit...................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Luk Tung Kuen....................Diablo Rm., H............................. Luk Tung Kuen
7 a.m.
Pilates Mat Int/Adv...............Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
8:30 a.m. Aerobic Dance....................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Masters Swim.....................Pool, H.............................................. Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Open Play..........................Bocce Courts, H...............................Bocce Club
9 a.m.
Open Workshop...................Art Studio & Back Rm., G...........Art Association
9 a.m.
Stitchers...........................Sewing Rm., G....................... Sewing Arts Club
9 a.m.
T’ai Chi.............................Shasta Rm., DV......... Chinese-American Assoc.
9 a.m.
Watercolor.........................Art Classroom & Gall., G............Art Association
9:30 a.m. Zumba..............................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Crisis Response..................Sanctum Rm., D..................... Interfaith Council
10 a.m.
Qi Gong............................Shasta Rm., DV......... Chinese-American Assoc.
11 a.m.
Kid Swim..........................Pool, H.............................................. Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
Light Stretch......................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
Mat Science.......................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
noon
Italian Conversation.............MPR 3, G............................... Ital. Convs. Group
noon
Osteo/Balance Rehab............Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
noon
Stretching..........................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
12:15 p.m. Balance............................Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Meeting............................Main, D...................................R.R. Roundhouse
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
Meeting............................MPR 1, 2, G................................. Writers Group
1 p.m.
Movie...............................Peacock Hall, G................................. Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Oil and Acrylic - Beginners.....Art Classroom & Gall., G............Art Association
1 p.m.
Partnership Bridge...............Oak Rm., G.............................................. Bridge
1 p.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Super Circuit Clinic..............Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
1:45 p.m. Parkinson’s Group................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
Beg. Line Dancing................Diablo Rm., H........................... Line Dance Club
2 p.m.
Beg. Tap...........................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
3 p.m.
Int. Line Dancing.................Diablo Rm., H........................... Line Dance Club
3 p.m.
Int. Tap.............................Shasta Rm., DV....................Happy Hoofers Tap
3 p.m.
Open Play..........................Table Tennis, H....................... Table Tennis Club
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
Aquacise...........................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
5:30 p.m. Strength Yoga.....................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
6:30 p.m. Circuit Training...................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
AA Open Meeting.................Garden Rm., D.........................Counseling Dept.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge..................Oak Rm., G.............................................. Bridge
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Sing-along Chorus...............MPR 3, G........................................Sing For Joy
7:30 p.m. Moving to Music..................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Water Exercise....................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
10:05 a.m. Muscle Movers...................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
10:30 a.m. Cribbage Play.....................MPR 2, G................................... Men’s Cribbage
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
Line Dancing......................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
11:15 a.m. Joint Efforts.......................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
11:45 a.m. Gentle Yoga.......................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
noon
Mah Jong..........................Oak Rm., G................ Chinese-American Assoc.
noon
TRX Clinic.........................Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
12:15 p.m. Twinges in Hinges................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Cardiac Rehab....................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Chess Play.........................Chess Rm., D...................................Chess Club
1 p.m.
Beg/Int Mat Science..............Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Life Drawing......................Art Studio & Back Rm., G...........Art Association
1 p.m.
1:45 p.m. Int. Folk Dancing.................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
3 p.m.
3:45 p.m. Chair Challenge..................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
4 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Partnership Bridge...............Oak Rm., G.............................................. Bridge
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Meeting............................MPR 1, G....................... Rossmoor French Club
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Vagabond Players................Tahoe Rm., EC................................... Rec. Dept.
8 p.m.
Services............................Vista Rm., H..................................... B’nai Israel
9 p.m.
Saturday, September 6
6 a.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, D, DV, H.................................... Rec. Dept.
8 a.m.
Food Addicts Spt. Group........MPR 2, G.................................Counseling Dept.
8:45 a.m. Trails Club Hike...................MPR 3, G........................................... Trails Club
9 a.m.
Ballroom Dance..................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Chess Play.........................Chess Rm., D...................................Chess Club
10 a.m.
Domino Play......................MPR 2, G....................................... Domino Club
11 a.m.
Cardio Mix.........................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
Pickleball Play....................Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance..................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Duplicate Bridge..................Oak Rm., G.............................................. Bridge
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
2 p.m.
Beg. Dance........................Las Trampas Rm., H.............Square Dance Club
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
7 p.m.
Concert.............................Tahoe Rm., EC................................... Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Sunday, September 7
6 a.m.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
noon
noon
1 p.m.
4 p.m.
7 p.m.
Friday, September 5
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:15 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:15 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
Group Cycle.......................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
ABS Back..........................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
Luk Tung Kuen....................Las Trampas Rm., H................... Luk Tung Kuen
Rhythmrobics.....................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
Deep Water........................Pool, H.............................................. Rec. Dept.
Pickleball Play....................Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
Men’s Exercise Class............MPR 1, 2, G..................... Men’s Exercise Group
Res. Band Training...............Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
Strength............................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
Deep Water........................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
Farmers Market...................Parking Lot, G................................... Rec. Dept.
Keeping Fit Club..................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
Quilters............................Sewing Rm., G....................... Sewing Arts Club
Bridge Class.......................Oak Rm., G.............................................. Bridge
Flexible Yoga.....................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
Church Service....................Las Trampas Rm., H....... Siloam Comm. Church
Chess Play.........................Chess Rm., D...................................Chess Club
Sunday Service...................Diablo Rm., H......................... St. Luke’s Church
Pilgrim Sunday Service.........Vista Rm., H.....................Pilgrim Cong. Church
Sunday Service...................Fireside Rm., G............... Hope Lutheran Church
Sunday Service...................Peacock Hall, G................ Tice Valley Methodist
Mindful Mat.......................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
Rummy Play.......................Garden Rm., D..............Prog. Rummy/Shanghai
Chair Sit/Stretch..................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
Monday, September 8
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
Fall Prevention...................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
Men’s Exercise Class............MPR 1, 2, G.................... Men’s Exercise Group
Monday Walk......................Court of Flags, G............................... Trails Club
Open Studio.......................Art Studio & Back Rm., G...........Art Association
T’ai Chi.............................Sierra Rm., DV.......... Chinese-American Assoc.
Meeting............................Fireside Rm., G................Emergency Prep. Org.
Meeting............................Club Room, C............... Grandparents for Peace
Calendar information is provided to the News by Room Reservations at the Recreation Department.
Residents or groups who would like to make changes to the listing should contact Room Reservations at 988-7780 or 988-7781.
10 a.m.
Qi Gong............................Sierra Rm., DV.......... Chinese-American Assoc.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
noon
Guitar with Jim...................Redwood Rm., G............................... Rec. Dept.
noon
Needleworkers....................Sewing Rm., G....................... Sewing Arts Club
noon
Osteo Assess......................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
noon
1 p.m.
Beg/Int Mat Science..............Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
Int. Tap.............................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
3 p.m.
3 p.m.
Piano by Joyce....................Redwood Rm., G............................... Rec. Dept.
4 p.m.
Opera/Ballet Club................Peacock Hall, G................................ Opera Club
4 p.m.
4:15 p.m. Basic Hula.........................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
4:30 p.m. Weight Watchers.................Fairway Rm. A, C............................... Rec. Dept.
5 p.m.
Flexible Yoga.....................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
6:30 p.m. Dominoes..........................Oak Rm., G.................................... Domino Club
6:30 p.m. Poker...............................Pine Rm., H..............................Angeline Murray
6:30 p.m. Specialty Clinic...................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
AA Meeting........................Vista Rm., H............................Counseling Dept.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Bible Study........................Garden Rm., D..................... LDS Studies Group
7 p.m.
Square Dance.....................Las Trampas Rm., H.............Square Dance Club
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
Gentle Yoga.......................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
Performance......................Peacock Hall, G................................. Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
Rotary Luncheon.................Diablo Rm., H..................................Rotary Club
noon
Spotlight...........................Tahoe Rm., EC................................... Rec. Dept.
noon
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
Keeping Balance.................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, D.............................................. Rec. Dept.
1:30 p.m. Ballroom Dance..................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
1:30 p.m. Community Chorus...............Las Trampas Rm., H...................Comm. Chorus
1:45 p.m. Beg. Folk Dancing................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
Ballroom Dance..................Diablo Rm., H...........................Sunday Dancers
2 p.m.
Hula................................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
3 p.m.
Fun with Fungi....................Peacock Hall, G....................Nature Association
3 p.m.
3:30 p.m. Chair Challenge..................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
3:30 p.m. Spanish Conversation...........Bunker Rm., C.....................................La Charla
3:45 p.m. Ballroom Dance..................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
4:30 p.m. T’ai Chi.............................Diablo Rm., H............ Chinese-American Assoc.
4:45 p.m. Ballroom Dance..................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
6:30 p.m. Specialty Clinic...................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
6:45 p.m. Camera Club......................Vista Rm., H.................................. Camera Club
7 p.m.
Al Anon.............................MPR 1, G.................................Counseling Dept.
7 p.m.
Tuesday, September 9
6 a.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, D, DV........................................ Rec. Dept.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7 a.m.
8 a.m.
AARP Driving Safety.............MPR 3, G........................................... Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
Pinochle...........................MPR 2, G......................................Pinochle Club
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m. Women’s 4-Part Harmony.......MPR 1, G............................ Acalanes/Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Beg. Tai Chi Chih.................Diablo Rm., H.........................T’ai Chi Chih Club
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
Qi Gong............................Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
10:30 a.m. Ballet Club.........................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
Gentle Yoga.......................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
11:15 a.m. Cont. Tai Chi Chih................Diablo Rm., H.........................T’ai Chi Chih Club
11:30 a.m. Luncheon..........................Main, D.......................... Second Tuesday Lunch
11:30 a.m. Meeting............................Fairway Rm. B, C................. Daught. Amer. Rev.
noon
Mah Jong..........................MPR 1, 2, G............... Chinese-American Assoc.
12:15 p.m. Active Yoga........................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Int.Adv Acrylic....................Art Classroom & Gall., G............Art Association
1 p.m.
Party Bridge.......................Cardroom 1, 2, D............................ Party Bridge
1 p.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, H.............................................. Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Int. Adv. Tap.......................Shasta Rm., DV..............................Hot Flashers
2 p.m.
Community Club..................Club Room, C.......................... Community Club
3 p.m.
3 p.m.
Social Dance......................Diablo Rm., H........................ Social Dance Club
3 p.m.
Opera/Ballet Club................Peacock Hall, G................................ Opera Club
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
Stretch Yoga.......................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
5 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Partnership Bridge...............Oak Rm., G.............................................. Bridge
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Flick Fans Movie.................Peacock Hall, G......................30s/40s/50s Club
7 p.m.
Meeting............................Vista Rm., H..................Medical Marijuana Club
7 p.m.
Supervised Bridge Play..........MPR 1, 2, G..................................... Bridge Club
Wednesday, September 10
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, DV, H........................................ Rec. Dept.
Men’s Exercise Class............MPR 1, 2, G..................... Men’s Exercise Group
Res. Band Training...............Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
Trails Club Hike...................MPR 3, G........................................... Trails Club
Drawing............................Art Classroom & Gall., G............Art Association
Workshop Chinese Brush Ptg...Art Studio & Back Rm., G...........Art Association
Knitters Group....................Sewing Rm., G....................... Sewing Arts Club
T’ai Chi Chaun....................Sierra Rm., DV.................................. Rec. Dept.
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Thursday, September 11
6 a.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, D, H.......................................... Rec. Dept.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
Open Workshop...................Art Studio & Back Rm., G...........Art Association
9 a.m.
Stitchers...........................Sewing Rm., G....................... Sewing Arts Club
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
Opera Singers.....................Las Trampas Rm., H.......................... Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
Mat Science.......................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
noon
Italian Conversation.............MPR 3, G............................... Ital. Convs. Group
noon
Osteo/Balance Rehab............Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
noon
Stretching..........................Fitness Center, DV............................. Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Meeting............................MPR 1, 2, G................................. Writers Group
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
Oil and Acrylic - Beginners.....Art Classroom & Gall., G............Art Association
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
Pool Open.........................Pool, DV............................................ Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
Beg. Line Dancing................Diablo Rm., H........................... Line Dance Club
2 p.m.
Beg. Tap...........................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
Int. Line Dancing.................Diablo Rm., H........................... Line Dance Club
3 p.m.
Int. Tap.............................Shasta Rm., DV....................Happy Hoofers Tap
3 p.m.
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m. Strength Yoga.....................Shasta Rm., DV................................. Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
AA Open Meeting.................Garden Rm., D.........................Counseling Dept.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Quarterly Meeting................Fireside Rm., G................................. Opera Club
7 p.m.
Sing-along Chorus...............MPR 3, G........................................Sing For Joy
Excursions
FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
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xcursion tickets are on sale in the Administration Office at Gateway, Monday
through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Cash, check, MasterCard, Visa and American
Express payments can be made in person.
Credit card payments can be taken over the
phone.
Excursion participants are assumed to
be able to manage independently. Neither
the Excursion Desk nor the trip escort can
accept responsibility for residents who cannot do so.
The Excursion Desk has the right to
cancel a trip in advance for any reason.
A full refund will be given for all day-trips
cancelled by the Excursion Desk. If residents cancel their personal reservations,
they are guaranteed a refund if cancelled
at least 15 days before the day-trip departure. Refunds will only be available after
that time if a ticket is able to be resold.
Times listed in the News and on the
ticket are the actual time of departure.
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Excursions
Names will be called to board the bus 15
minutes prior to this time. For information,
call 988-7731.
DAY TRIPS...
Grandparents Day Champagne
Brunch Aboard Sierra Dinner Train
Sunday, September 7
Minimal walking
Celebrate Grandparents Day with a delicious champagne brunch aboard the Sierra
Railroad Dinner Train. Sit back and relax
as the Sierra Train travels from Oakdale
through the Sierra foothills. The beautiful
landscape adds a wonderful backdrop to
the setting. During this scenic trip, explore the train and spend time in the dining
coaches or lounge car. The cars are fully
enclosed with heating and air conditioning with the exception of the open-air car,
which allows for a unique experience.
Brunch, served at the table, includes muffins, fruit medley and a choice of French
toast, breakfast bowl or ham and cheese
quiche. In addition unlimited champagne,
complimentary soda, juice and coffee will
be served during the trip. The bus will
leave Gateway at 8:45 a.m. and return at
approximately 4 p.m. The cost is $105.
SAUSALITO
Thursday, Sept. 11
Moderate to extensive walking
Take a day off and enjoy the cool ocean
breeze and the ambience of Sausalito, a
unique Bay Area town. Known for its natural
beauty and breathtaking views, Sausalito
has galleries, shops, top quality restaurants
and great vistas. Wander around town and
explore on your own. There will be an optional opportunity to visit the recently remodeled Bay Model for a self-guided tour.
This unique working hydraulic model of the
San Francisco Bay and Sacramento-San
Joaquin River Delta System gives an introduction and provides an overview of the
bay-delta system at a glance. The bus will
leave Gateway at 9 a.m. and return at approximately 4. The cost is $33.
“DOGFIGHT” At the Lesher Center
Saturday, Sept. 13, at 2:15 p.m.
Minimal walking
Attend the West Coast premiere of the
new musical “Dogfight.” Set in the fall
of 1963, “Dogfight” follows three young
Marines on the eve of their deployment to
Vietnam who set out for one last night of
debauchery in San Francisco. But when
Corporal Eddie Birdlace meets Rose, an
awkward and idealistic waitress, he enlists her to win a cruel bet with his fellow recruits. Rose rewrites the rules of
the game and teaches Eddie the power of
compassion. Based on the 1991 film of the
same name starring River Phoenix and Lili
Taylor, “Dogfight” carries the audience
through a moving musical journey of unexpected love, loss and brotherhood. The
Rossmoor Transportation Department will
provide free transportation for the first 16
participants. Cost is $32.
GIANTS VS. DODGERS
Sunday, Sept. 14
Moderate walking
See the San Francisco Giants face
longtime rivals the Los Angeles Dodgers
at AT&T Park. The team is led by players
such as All-Stars Hunter Pence and Madison Bumgarner along with Pablo Sandoval
and Buster Posey. The Dodgers powerful
squad includes Cy Young award winner
Clayton Kershaw, Yasiel Puig, Dee Gordon
and Matt Kemp. Enjoy watching the game
from the club level seats (section 231) at
AT&T Park in San Francisco. The bus will
leave at 11:15 a.m. and return at approximately 5:30 p.m. The cost is $110.
MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
Wednesday, Sept. 17
Minimal walking
The new musical sensation “Motown the
Musical” comes to the Orpheum Theater
in San Francisco. “Motown the Musical” is
the true American dream story of Motown
founder Berry Gordy’s journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music
mogul who launched the careers of Diana
Ross, Michael Jackson, Smokey Robinson
and many more. Motown shattered barriers, shaped lives and made a generation
move to the same beat. Now, experience
it live on stage. The bus leaves Gateway at
12:15 p.m. and will return around 6. Great
center orchestra seats. Cost is $115.
SAN FRANCISCO BAY SPLENDOR
Wednesday, Sept. 17
Minimal walking
Enjoy an evening on San Francisco Bay
with the stunning views of the city, the majestic Golden Gate Bridge and the notorious
Alcatraz Island. Start the evening with a
hosted dinner at the HS Lordship Restaurant in Berkeley Marina. Uniquely situated
on the water with a spectacular view of San
Francisco skyline, HS Lordships Restaurant offer will offer a three-course sunset
dinner with choice of soup or salad, choice
of prime rib, grilled salmon, chicken piccata or pasta primavera, and dessert. After
dinner, enjoy the bay cruise aboard the River Dolphin and experience the San Francisco Bay from an entirely different perspective. Learn about this city’s rich cultural
history and view famous landmarks such
as Treasure Island and Yerba Buena Island,
San Francisco’s waterfront and Alcatraz.
There are several lighthouses that can be
seen only from the water. Watch the festive
lights adorning the Bay Bridge at night. The
Bay Bridge light display offers the world’s
largest LED light sculpture. The bus will
leave Gateway at 4 p.m. and return at approximately 10:30. The cost is $97.
LET’S GO TO LEVI’S STADIUM
Friday, Sept. 19
NEW DATE ADDED: Thursday, Oct. 16
Extensive walking
ry,” “No Time at All,” “Morning Glow” and
The Oktoberfest is a two-week long fes“Love Song.” Side orchestra seats. The bus tival held each year in Munich, Germany,
leaves Gateway at 12:15 p.m. and will return with more than five million people attendaround 5:30. The cost is $109.
ing every year. The Oktoberfest has been
an important part of Bavarian culture since
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
1810. Famous for its traditional folk music,
Friday, Sept. 26
food and beer, Oktoberfest is also celebrated by millions of people every year around
the world. Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Café
Carmel is one of the most endearing Europe Restaurant in the Santa Rosa with
seaside towns of the West Coast. It offers a a traditional German lunch (appetizer, soup
slice of almost English country refinement. or salad, choice of Sausage Platter, ChickThe town is tidy and tasteful with its collec- en Breast, Jaeger Schnitzel, Beef Roulade
tion of landscaped cottages, elegant lodg- or Trout Mueller and dessert). One compliing and upscale restaurants. The communi- mentary glass of Spaten Oktoberfest beer
ty covers one square mile, but most visitors or German Riesling is included. Enjoy live
find themselves mainly in its center, the traditional music. On the way back, enstretch of Ocean Avenue that inches down- joy some free time in downtown Sonoma
ward from Junipero Avenue to the beach, (Sonoma Plaza). The bus will leave Gateand the colorful side streets that radiate off way at 10 a.m. and return at 5 p.m. The cost
it. The buildings have a gingerbread, fairy- is $79.
tale look and feel. The sidewalks encourage
walking. The windows encourage gawking. PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL QUILT FESTIVAL
The art galleries invite critique. The smells Thursday, Oct. 16
from the bakeries and cafes draw people in
Extensive walking
for a bite. Rossmoor’s Excursion Desk is
The Pacific International Quilt Festival
offering the opportunity to spend a leisure
day in Carmel. The bus will depart Gateway returns to Santa Clara Convention Center
at 8 a.m. and return around 6 p.m. The cost with a spectacular collection of over 800
quilts and works of wearable and textile
is $47.
art. This highly anticipated quilt show is
“LIFE COULD BE A DREAM” at the
the largest on the West Coast. Visitors to
Lesher Center
the show will view a magnificent competiSaturday, Sept. 27, at 2:30 p.m.
tion of the finest quilts created by talented
artists from across the globe. This year’s
Minimal walking
quilt competition theme, “The Whole Nine
Center Repertory Company presents Yards,” asks textile artists how their art ala “Life Could Be a Dream” at the Lesher lows them to go the whole nine yards with
Center in Walnut Creek. This peppy juke- their works. Fashionable entries from the
box musical was written and directed by Wearable Art Competition will also be on
Roger Bean, creator of the Marvelous Won- display. The event also offers a wide arderettes. Meet Danny and the Dreamers, a ray of workshops and lectures presented
fledgling doo-wop singing group preparing by world-renowned instructors. Get an
to enter the Big Whopper Radio contest early start exploring the aisles of the 300
with dreams of making it to the big time. booth Merchants Mall with the best in fabTrouble comes in the form of Lois, who ar- rics, notions, machines, wearable art and
rives to put some polish on the boys. Den- everything for the quilter, artist and home
ny falls in love, Wally falls in line, Eugene seamstress. The bus will depart Gateway
falls apart, and then the trouble doubles at 8:30 a.m. and return around 4:30 p.m.
when handsome heartthrob Skip enters, The cost is $45 (includes admission for the
played by Derek Keeling, star of Broadway’s Merchant Mall and Quilt Show).
Grease and NBC’s “You’re the One That I
Want!” to send things spinning. The 1960s
hits say it all: “Fools Fall in Love,” “Tears on
My Pillow,” “Runaround Sue,” “Earth Angel,” “Stay,” “Unchained Melody,” “Lonely
Teardrops” and “The Glory of Love.” The
Rossmoor Transportation Department will
provide free transportation for the first 18
participants. Cost is $35
After spending the last 43 years at Candlestick Park, the San Francisco 49ers have
officially moved into the brand-new Levi’s
Stadium in Santa Clara. The new stadium
will be the stage for the team’s next generation of tradition and glory. Now is the
time to get an insider’s look at the stateof-the-art venue with a private tour. Learn
how the stadium created the ultimate fan
experience through innovation and technology. From the playing field to the rooftop,
understand how the building is the smartest and greenest in all of the NFL.Hosted by
knowledgeable tour guides, a private group
tour begins at the upper level of the Intel
Plaza with a photo opportunity in front of
the playing field. Tour stops will include visiting several of the premium club spaces, a
private suite and the Verizon Press Level.
Then head up to the NRG Solar Terrace to
see the green roof. Then, move down to the
“Life Could Be A Dream”
field level to check out the locker rooms including the Gold Rush locker room. Hosted
lunch will be at the Pedro’s Restaurant. Af- APPLE HILL
ter lunch, enjoy free time at the 49ers Mu- Wednesday, Oct. 1; Tuesday, Oct. 7
seum presented by Sony. The bus will leave
at 8:30 a.m. and return at approximately 4
Apple Hill in Camino near Placerville is a
p.m. The cost is $87.
great place to visit any time of the year, but
“PIPPIN”
it’s at its best during the fall, when the fruit is
Wednesday, Sept. 24
ripe and the weather is still warm. The Apple
Hill Growers Association includes more than
Minimal walking
50 ranches, orchards, Christmas tree farms
Broadway’s high-flying, death-defying and wineries. Get ready for apple overload!
hit musical “Pippin” is coming to the Golden There are apples, apple pie, apple butter,
Gate Theater in San Francisco. The show is apple strudel, apple cake and apple bread.
full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous Upon arrival at High Hill Ranch, have a snack
magical feats and a beloved score by Tony of apple pastry with coffee. Take a loop-tour
nominee Stephen Schwartz (“Godspell” through rolling country hills and visit two or
and “Wicked”). “Pippin” tells the story of more apple orchards with a step on guide
a young prince on a death-defying journey that will give a running commentary on the
to find meaning in his existence. Will he history and development of Apple Hill. After
choose a happy but simple life? Or will he the tour, enjoy a hosted barbecue chicken
risk everything for a singular flash of glory? lunch including special homemade apple pie.
This show is the winner of four 2013 Tony Don’t forget to visit the gift shop and craft
Awards including Best Musical Revival. It fair. The bus will leave Gateway at 8:15 a.m.
features sizzling choreography in the style and return at 5 p.m. The cost is $60.
of Bob Fosse and breathtaking acrobatics
by Les 7 Doigts de la Main. “Pippin” is not- OKTOBERFEST
ed for many Broadway standards including Wednesday, Oct. 8
“Corner of the Sky,” “Magic to Do,” “GloModerate walking
QUILT SHOW
THE VICTORIAN ALLIANCE HOUSE TOUR
Sunday, Oct. 19
Extensive walking – nine blocks and
stairs
The Victorian Alliance of San Francisco
will hold a house tour in the Haight-Ashbury
district of San Francisco. The cable cars
of 1883 transported San Franciscans to a
sparking array of newly minted homes in
the Haight-Ashbury district, alongside the
Panhandle of Golden Gate Park. Having escaped the devastating fires of 1906, these
homes have also survived the housing partitions of WWII and the psychedelic subculture of the 1960s and 1970s, although the
Good Earth hippie commune is often credited with saving the neighborhood from
the wrecking ball. Today’s Haight-Ashbury
offers some of the sity’s most colorful
“painted ladies,” restored to their original
Victorian elegance and updated to today’s
lifestyles. This year’s tour will showcase
the interiors of eight lovingly maintained
homes, including a stately residence with
an intact carriage house, and one of a
dozen homes occupied by the commune.
Knowledgeable docents will provide historical background on each house’s architect,
contractor, craftsmen and the families who
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vide a respite where complimentary light
refreshments reward tour guests. The tour
houses are spread over nine mostly level
and easily walkable blocks. Restrooms are
available throughout the tour. Comfortable
dress and shoes are recommended. Note
that home visits require stair climbing to
enjoy the interiors. Enjoy a hosted buffet
style lunch at the Yaya Cuisine Restaurant
(Middle Eastern) The bus will depart Gateway at 10:45 a.m. and return at 6 p.m. The
cost is $95.
ALCATRAZ ISLAND
Featuring “@Large: Ai Weiwei on Alcatraz”
Tuesday, Oct. 21
Extensive walking up/down hill
Take a trip to The Rock -- Alcatraz Island. The infamous and notorious prison
was home to the likes of Al Capone, George
“Machine Gun” Kelley and Robert “The
Birdman” Stroud. While on the island, enjoy
an orientation video with historical footage,
an award-winning audio tour in the prison
Cell House with actual interviews of former
guards and inmates. Make sure to visit the
Gardens of Alcatraz. These historic gardens
with colorful plants gathered decades ago
from around the world are complemented
by newly introduced plants that illustrate
the importance of gardens to the human
spirit along with the ecological benefits of
sustainable gardening. Also on display “@
Large: Ai Weiwei on Alcatraz” exhibit featuring seven site-specific installations by
the Chinese conceptual artist and political
activist Ai Weiwei. Weiwei is internationally
renowned both as a maker of provocative
art and as a passionate advocate for human
rights and freedom of expression. His art
and ideas find a compelling new context
in this exhibition of works created specifically for Alcatraz – a 19th-century military
fortress, a notorious federal penitentiary, a
site of Native American heritage and protest, and now one of America’s most visited
national parks. Food is not available on Alcatraz but visitors can bring their own picnic lunch or order a box lunch from Landing
Café ($16 pp additional). Lunch can only be
eaten on the ferry or on the dock area at Alcatraz. Wear layers and comfortable shoes.
The bus will leave Rossmoor at 9 a.m. and
return at approximately 5 p.m. The cost is
$64.
NEW LISTING
“WUNDERWORLD” At the Lesher
Center
Sunday, Nov. 2, at 2:15 p.m.
Minimal walking
Sara Moore, the brilliant San Francisco-based clown, and her Thrillride Mechanics troupe star in “Wunderworld.” a stunning new re-imagining of the “Alice in Wonderland” story. Told through music, dance
and her “hyper-comical Theatre of Human
Animation,” “Wunderworld” tells the story
of an 80-year old Alice drawn back down
the rabbit hole for yet another adventure. It
is exquisitely wistful, heartbreakingly hilarious theater. The Rossmoor Transportation
Department will provide free transportation
for the first 18 participants. The cost is $30.
EXTENDED TRIPS.
NIAGARA FALLS TO New York City
Oct. 3 through 11
The Rossmoor Railroad Club and the Excursion Desk are co-sponsoring this jampacked journey through scenic New York
state ending with three days in New York
City. This Rossmoor group tour will be fully
escorted by New York native Ralf Parton
from pick up to return. Roundtrip air with
transfers, Sheraton Hotels, 13 meals, boat
rides, train ride, three museum visits, two
Broadway plays, West Point and Baseball’s
Hall of Fame at Cooperstown are some of
the highlights included in this customized
Collette trip. Here is a brief itinerary:
• Fly to Buffalo for three nights in Niagara
Falls. Take boat ride below the falls on the
Maid of the Mist.
• Visit Canada for dinner and view the
Horseshoe Falls. Lockport, N.Y. board
barge for a ride on the Erie Canal.
• Vintage train ride on the Arcade and Attica Railroad
• Cooperstown for two-night stay; visit National Baseball museum
• Tour historic Sonnenberg Gardens and
Mansion with 40 rooms, then stroll through
its nine formal gardens.
• Tasting at Brewery Ommegang, famous
for Classic Belgian ales
• Visit the United State Military Academy at
West Point with lunch.
• Three nights at Sheraton Hotel on 7th
Avenue and 53rd Street in New York City.
Visit museums of Modern Art and Guggenheim. Free afternoons to shop or visit other
sights in Manhattan
• Each night attend a Broadway play, including Tony-awarded “Kinky Boots.” Last
day, after breakfast, free until late afternoon
The cost is $4,148. Save $150 early sign up
and deposit before April 25 or be among the
first 25 to sign up. Past Collette Loyalty members may save additional $150, making the
price $3,848. Call Parton at 256-7078 or Excursions at 988-7731 to register or for information.
SANTA FE HOLIDAY Featuring four
nights at one hotel
Dec. 3 through 7
The Star Princess is an ideal sized ship
with great amount of amenities, and a full
itinerary of events at sea. Your days and
nights will be full of endless opportunities
for fun. Choose from traditional, anytime,
specialty or casual dining. Take a personal enrichment class, do yoga, go duty-free
shopping, or just relax with a dip in one
of the pools or spas. In the evening, enjoy
live theater and movies on the big screen,
plush lounges, swanky casinos and dance
clubs. After four busy days and nights at
sea, you’ll next be enjoying four different
Hawaiian Islands.
Ports of call:
• Hilo, Big Island
• Honolulu, Oahu
• Nawiliwili, Kauai
• Lahaina, Maui
• Ensenada, Mexico
Included in the price: 15-night cruise
aboard the Star Princess, round-trip transfers from Rossmoor to San Francisco pier,
all meals and entertainment aboard ship,
luggage handling, driver and stevedore
tips, port taxes and government fees, Travel Guard Group Protection Plan, one bottle
of wine per cabin and two onboard cocktail parties. Prices start from $2,260 per
person depending on stateroom choice.
Single rates are furnished upon request. A
deposit of $990 per person is due to secure
Tour highlights:
• Santa Fe City Tour
• Loretto Chapel and Palace of the
Governors
• Albuquerque City Tour
• Indian Pueblo Cultural Center
• Old Town Albuquerque
• San Felipe de Neri Church
• High Road to Taos
• Chimayo village and Santuario
• Historic Taos City Tour
• Taos Pueblo Native America community
(UNESCO World Heritage Site)
The tour includes roundtrip airfare, motorcoach transportation, four nights deluxe
lodging, six meals (four breakfasts and two
dinners), sightseeing per itinerary, professional tour director, baggage handling. A
deposit of $300 per person is due with
application. The cost is $1,325 per person
double occupancy, $1,750 single. Stop by
the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary
and reservation form.
NEW YEAR’S IN THE SOUTHWEST
Dec. 28, 2014 through Jan. 7, 2015
Travel to the beautiful Southwest to
ring in the New Year! This 11-day/10-night
journey will cover Palm Springs, Phoenix,
Sedona and Las Vegas. First night accommodation is at the Spa Hotel and Casino in
Palm Springs.
Tour highlights:
• Palm Springs Spa Hotel and Casino
• Phoenix
• Biltmore Fashion Park
• The Hall of Flame Fire Museum and the
National Firefighting Hall of Heroes
• Desert Botanical Garden in Papago Park
• Musical Instrument Museum
• New Year Celebration at Kokopelli Winery
• Sonoran Desert
• Pinnacle Peak Patio Steakhouse & Microbrewery
• African Bush Safari Tour
• Sedona
• Oak Creek Canyon
• Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas
• Mob Museum
• Hilmar Cheese Factory
The cost per person, double occupancy
is $2,395 ($3,075 single). A $500 deposit
is due with reservation. Price includes 10
nights deluxe lodging, 14 meals, extensive
touring per itinerary, luggage handling,
motor coach transportation, taxes and gratuities. Please stop by the Excursion Desk
for a complete itinerary and reservation
form.
HAWAIIAN ISLANDS CRUISE
Jan. 13 through 28, 2015
Enjoy the wonders of the Hawaiian Islands in style on board the Star Princess
sailing round trip from San Francisco.
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reservations. Final payment is due by Oct.
16, 2014. Stop by the Excursion Desk for a
complete itinerary and prices.
TROPICAL COSTA RICA
Jan. 24 through Feb. 1, 2015
Travel to Costa Rica (“Rich Coast”), one
of Central America’s hidden gems, a haven for eco-tourism. Experience the lush
forests, magnificent waterfalls, rumbling
volcanoes, endless coastlines and diverse
ecosystems in a place that preserves its
delicate ecology.
Tour highlights:
• Doka Coffee Plantation
• Tamarindo Beach
• Monteverde Cloud Forest
• Hanging Bridges walking tour
• Lake Arenal Cruise
• Cano Negro Nature Preserve
• Zarcero topiary garden
• San Jose tour
The tour includes: all transfers,
roundtrip airfare, motorcoach transportation, eight nights first-class hotel accommodations, touring per itinerary, 14 meals
(eight breakfasts, six dinners), sightseeing
per itinerary, professional tour director,
baggage handling. The cost per person,
double occupancy is $2,349 ($2,849 for a
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Special Events
T
he following are the current special events sponsored by the Rossmoor Recreation
Department. For more information on any of these events during the month, check
the Special Events listing on the calendar page each week, look for the article in the
Arts and Leisure section of the News, or call the Recreation Department at 988-7732.
Events are free unless otherwise noted. This information is posted throughout the month
on the Rossmoor News website at www.rossmoornews.com.
VAGABOND PLAYERS “THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM SPELLING BEE”
Friday, Sept. 5
The Vagabond Players will perform
“The 25 th Annual Putnam Spelling Bee”
at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Event
Center at this new date instead of Aug. 29
as was announced previously. This free
program is open to all residents and their
guests.
SATURDAY DANCE
Saturday, Sept. 6
The Manny Gutierrez Band will perform music for dancing and listening in
the Tahoe Room at the Event Center from
7 to 10 p.m. Bring Rossmoor I.D. Mixers
and light snacks will be provided. This
free program is open to all residents and
their guests.
BONNIE WEISS
Wednesday, Sept. 10
Bonnie Weiss will discuss the entertainment careers of Judy Garland and
Mickey Rooney at 11 a.m. in Peacock
Hall at Gateway. This free program is
open to all residents and their guests.
THE SPOTLIGHT
Wednesday, Sept. 10
The Jack Pollard Trio will perform at
noon in the Tahoe Room at the Event
Center. Note the alternate location.
Family Kitchen Catering will have a variety of food items for sale prior to the
show. This free program is open to all
residents and their guests.
SAN FRANCISCO COMEDY COMPETITION
Tuesday, Sept. 23
Stand-up comedians from around
the country will perform at one of the
semi-final rounds of the San Francisco
Comedy Competition in the Tahoe Room
at the Event Center at 7 p.m. Ticket for
this program are available in advance for
$10 at the Excursion Desk at Gateway or
for $15 at the door. This event is open to
all residents and their guests.
Movies
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY MOVIE
Thursday and Friday, Sept. 4 and 5
The 2014 drama “Heaven is for Real”
starring Greg Kinnear will be shown in
Peacock Hall at Gateway on Thursday at
1, 4 and 7 p.m. and on Friday at 10 a.m.,
1, 4, 7 and 9 p.m. Captions will be used on
Thursday at 1 and 7 p.m. and on Friday at
10 a.m. and 1 p.m. This film is one hour
and 39 minutes long and is rated PG. This
free program is open to all residents and
their guests.
SATURDAY MOVIE
Saturday, Sept. 6
The 1990 drama “Awakenings” star-
ring Robin Williams will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 1, 4 and 7 p.m.
The showings at 1 and 4 p.m. will feature language captions. This film is two
hours long and is rated PG-13. This free
program is open to all residents and their
guests.
SUNDAY FUNNIES
Sunday, Sept. 7
The 1964 comedy “Father Goose”
starring Cary Grant will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 4 and 7 p.m. The
showing at 4 p.m. will feature language
captions. This film is two hours long and
is not rated. This free program is open to
all residents and their guests.
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Excursions
plication. Final payment is due by Nov. 25.
Stop by the Excursion Desk for a complete
itinerary and reservation form.
EXPLORING SOUTH AFRICA, VICTORIA
FALLS AND BOTSWANA
March 4 through 17, 2015
South Africa’s epic scenery, winding
coastlines, remarkable cultural diversity
and abundant wildlife come together in
this incredible adventure designed for a
small group.
Tour highlights:
• Cape Town
• Table Mountain
• Hermanus (optional Great White Shark
Experience)
• Entabeni Conservatory
• Soweto tour
• Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
• Chobe National Park
• Wildlife Safaris
roundtrip airfare, 12 nights first-class hotel accommodations, 23 meals (12 breakfasts, five lunches and seven dinners),
sightseeing per itinerary, professional tour
director and baggage handling. The cost
per person, double occupancy is $7,149
(single accommodations are extremely
limited). Book before Sept. 4, 2014 and
save $250 per person. A deposit of $250
is due with application. Travel protection
Plan is available for additional $270. Final
payment is due by Jan. 3, 2015. Stop by
the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary and reservation form.
NEW LISTING
GARDENS AND MANSIONS Featuring
New Orleans and Cajun Country
March 22 through 28, 2015
Experience the charm of New Orleans and
Cajun Country. This seven-day tour combines
the best of Cajun and Creole cultures with its
well-preserved collection of antebellum mansions, pristine gardens, delicious food, the
bayou and the magic of the French Quarter.
Tour highlights:
• Three nights in French Quarter
• French Quarter walking tour
• Steamboat Natchez River Cruise
• Court of Two Sisters dinner
• New Orleans School of Cooking
• New Orleans city tour
• Longue Vue gardens and house
• Baton Rouge
• Natchez Area tour
• Antebellum mansions
• Bayou cruise
• Vermillionville
• Jean Lafitte Cultural Center
• Avery Island – Tabasco Factory
• Point Breaux’s farewell dinner
The tour includes all transfers, roundtrip
airfare, motorcoach transportation, six
nights first-class hotel accommodations,
touring per itinerary, 10 meals (six breakfasts, four dinners), professional tour director, baggage handling. The cost per person, double occupancy is $2,095 ($2,695
for a single). A deposit of $300 is due with
application. Final payment is due by Jan.
6, 2015. Stop by the Excursion Desk for
a complete itinerary and reservation form.
NEW ORLEANS
HOLLAND AND BELGIUM TULIP RIVER
CRUISE
April 6 through 14, 2015
Enjoy a seven-night Holland and Belgium river cruise aboard the AmaLyra.
These river cruises offer the beauty of Holland at tulip time, along with some of the
best scenery Belgium has to offer.
Tour highlights:
• Amsterdam Canal Cruise
• Volendam Harbor
• Airborne Museum in Arnhem
• Het Loo Palace (Holland Royal Residence)
• Nijmegen city tour
• Antwerp city tour
• Ghent with a visit to the Castle of the
Counts
• Zeeland Delta Works
• Willemstad walking tour
• Kinderdijk windmills
• Keukenhof Gardens
roundtrip airfare, seven nights cruise in
deluxe outside cabin, 20 meals (seven
break fasts, six lunches and seven dinners), wine, beer and sof t drinks with
lunch and dinner, sightseeing per itinerar y, onboard enter tainment, baggage
handling and por t charges. Prices var y
based on the cabin categor y and accommodation and range from $4499 to
$5799. A deposit of $500 per person is
due with application. Final payment is
due by Jan. 6, 2015. Stop by the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerar y and
pricing information.
ELEGANT IRELAND
Behold those famous shades of green
that stretch as far as the eye can see. This
is Ireland. Explore a timeless destination
while touring the Cliffs of Moher and Blarney Castle and staying two nights at the
stunning medieval Ashford Castle.
Tour highlights:
• Dublin city tour
• “Irish Night” traditional entertainment
• Kilkenny
• Visit with Irish family and farmhouse
lunch
• Castlemartyr Resort
• Old Midleton Distillery
• Blarney Castle
• Ring of Kerry
• Adare
• Limerick city tour
• Cliffs of Moher
• Ashford Castle
• Elegant private dinner
• Galway
• Castletown House tour
This tour requires average physical activity including climbing stairs and walking over uneven grounds and cobblestone
streets. The tour includes all transfers,
roundtrip airfare, motorcoach transportation, eight nights first-class hotel accommodations, 15 meals (eight breakfasts,
one lunch and six dinners), sightseeing per
itinerary, professional tour director, baggage handling. The cost per person, double
occupancy is $4,349 ($5,049 for a single).
Book before Oct. 7, 2014 and save $250
per person. A deposit of $250 is due with
application. Final payment is due by Feb.
6, 2015. Stop by the Excursion Desk for a
complete itinerary and reservation form.
CALIFORNIA COASTAL CRUISE
Voted “Best Cruises from the West
Coast” by Cruise Critic, the Princess’s California Coastal cruise hugs the shores of
the sun-kissed Pacific Coast, where inviting beaches, fascinating cities and exciting
attractions await. Wander through Santa
Barbara’s historic mission, indulge in the
cross-cultural atmosphere of San Diego
and savor flavorful wines from Ensenada’s
burgeoning wine country. Roundtrip from
San Francisco, this convenient cruise is a
great value. International dining, comfortable accommodations, world-class entertainment, a Vegas-style casino and endless
ocean views are all included in your fare.
Ports of call: Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, Ensenada, Mexico, San Diego
Included in the price: seven-night cruise
aboard the Star Princess, round-trip transfers from Rossmoor to San Francisco pier,
all meals and entertainment aboard ship,
luggage handling, driver and stevedore
tips, Port taxes and government fees, Travel Guard Group Protection Plan, and one
bottle of wine per cabin. Prices start from
$1,235 per person depending on stateroom
choice. Single rates are furnished upon request. A deposit of $400 per person is due
to secure reservations. Final payment is
due by Jan. 20, 2015. Stop by the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerar y and
prices.
PRAGUE AND HIGHLIGHTS OF THE DANUBE – A charter River Cruise
Oct. 11 through 21, 2015
Enjoy this exclusive river cruise experience featuring seven nights aboard the
Amadeus Royal. See the breathtaking
views and discover grand cities and quaint
villages along the Blue Danube. Savor the
tastes of authentic dishes, learn about local legends, and understand why Strauss
immortalized the “Blue Danube” in his famous melody.
Tour highlights
• Two-night hotel stay in Prague
• Prague city tour
• Seven-night cruise, outside cabin
• Onboard lectures and entertainment
• Passau tour
• Vienna tour
• Bratislava tour
• Budapest tour
• Durnstein tour and Melk Abbey visit
• Welcome and farewell dinners
roundtrip airfare, two-night hotel stay
in Prague, seven nights’ cruise in deluxe
outside cabin, 22 meals (nine breakfasts,
six lunches and seven dinners), wine with
dinners, sightseeing per itinerary, onboard entertainment, professional tour
and cruise manager, baggage handling and
port charges. Prices start at $4,395 per
person double occupancy and vary based
on the cabin category. A deposit of $500
per person is due with application. Stop by
the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary
and pricing information.
PRAGUE
Club Trips
FROM ROSSMOOR CLUBS
T
he trips listed below are sponsored by
Rossmoor clubs and organizations and
not by the Recreation Department. The
trips are open to all Rossmoor residents, not
just members of the club. For information,
contact the person listed with each trip. Do
not contact the Recreation Department.
Rossmoor clubs and organizations
wishing to be included in this column must
email an article to the News at news@rossmoor.com by Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Due
to space restrictions, the News reserves
the right to edit or delete the articles on
any given week.
TRAVEL CLUB TRIP SUMMARY
At the request of the Travel Club,
the News lists the following summary
of upcoming Travel Club trips. Details
of each trip are in the regular Club Trip
listings.
ITALY:TUSCANY, ALPS, RIVIERA, LAND
TOUR
April 22 through May 6, 2015
Contact Barbara Crane, 300-3358.
THE GREAT RIVERS OF EUROPE, RIVER
SHIP CRUISE
June 4 through 18, 2015
Red Hawk CASINO WITH THE CITY OF
HOPE – Five-hour Trip
Thursday, Sept. 4
Contact Hal or Roberta Davis, 510-9190037
Join in the fun at Red Hawk Casino and
support cancer research at the City of
Hope. Stay five hours at the casino. Leave
Gateway at 9 a.m. and return about 5:45
p.m. Play bingo on the bus for fun prizes,
including a free future trip. Bring friends
and neighbors. Casino gives $15 player
credit. For reservations, call Lynne Keefer at 945-7665 or email Lynne.Keefer@
pruca.com. Send checks for $30, made
payable to the City of Hope, to Keefer at
1830 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA
94595.
MARITIME JEWELS OF THE BRITISH
ISLES
June 24 through July 8, 2015
Contact Joyce Rodgers, 946-1645.
ROMANTIC VILLAGES OF
ALPINE EUROPE
Aug. 29 through Sept. 12, 2015
Contact Murphy or Steve Nieman at
932-4775
PANAMA CANAL CRUISE AND PANAMA
LAND TOUR
Oct. 30 through Nov. 10, 2015
Contact Sally Day, 300-3332.
REGULAR LISTINGS
CACHE CREEK WITH ORT
Monday, Sept. 8
Travel on a spacious bus with ORT to
Cache Creek Casino for five hours of fun
and games. The bus departs Gateway at
9:30 a.m. and returns to Gateway at 5:30
p.m. Casino bonus includes $15 to play
at table or machines and $5 food coupon.
The cost is $28 inclusive and is open to all
Rossmoor residents. Friends are welcome.
Make checks out to ORT and mail to Joyce
Kearney, 2909 Ptarmigan Drive No. 2. For
information call 935-5716 or email joycekearney@yahoo.com or call 932-8448.
ORT helps train and rehabilitate people in
58 countries worldwide and is open to everyone.
HEARST CASTLE, THE ENCHANTED HILL
Sept. 10 and 11
Visit the Hearst Castle on a trip sponsored by the National Council of Jewish
Women. The site is a National and California Historical Landmark mansion designed
by the architect Julia Morgan. The group
will head to Monterey’s Cannery Row where
there will be free time to enjoy lunch (no
host) and browse the shops. The trip continues to Cambria where there will be accommodations at the Cambria Pines Lodge
for an overnight stay. Dinner is included
as well as a hosted breakfast at the lodge.
The next morning, leave for San Simeon to
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Arts & Leisure
AROUND THE BAY AREA
CALIFORNIA INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL
will show “Mobilize” on Sept. 12 at 1 p.m. at the Rheem
Theater in Moraga. The movie is an investigative
documentary that explores the potential long-term
health effects from cell phone radiation. There will
be a question and answer period. The film has been
nominated for best documentary. Ellie Marks, director
of the California Brain Tumor Association, was among
those who produced the movie. For information, contact
Marks at 285-5437.
CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY presents “Life
Could Be a Dream” through Oct. 5 at the Lesher Center
for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. Denny and
the Dreamers is a fledging doo-wop singing group. Enjoy
‘60s hits such as “Fools Fall in Love” and “Earth Angel.”
Tickets are $37 to $66. Call 943-7469 or go to www.
lesherartscenter.org.
EUGENE O’NEILL FOUNDATION presents the
15th annual Eugene O’Neill Festival. Events include
performances of “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” Sept. 5 through
20 at the Village Theatre in Danville and “The Iceman
Cometh” Sept. 19 through 28 in the Old Barn at Tao
House National Historic Site in Danville. The Museum of
the San Ramon Valley will have a panel discussion on the
Club Trips
visit the Hearst Castle and take the Grand
Rooms Tour 1. Following the guided tour,
return to the visitors center for a hosted
bag lunch and free time to browse, shop or
enjoy the film “Building the Dream” before
departure. The cost of the trip per person
is $295 based on double occupancy, $375
based on single occupancy. The price includes bus transportation, lodgings for one
night, hosted dinner and breakfast, guided tour of castle and box lunch. Departure
from Gateway will be 9 a.m. on Sept. 10
and return 6:30 p.m. the following evening. Deadline for making reservations is
Aug. 28. Checks are to be made payable to
NCJW and sent to Helen Field, 1316 Rockledge Lane No. 7. For information, call 2807206. Flyers with complete information
will be available at the Excursion Desk in
the Recreation Department.
NIAGARA FALLS TO THE BIG APPLE
Oct. 3 through 11
The Rossmoor Railroad Club and the Excursion Desk are co-sponsoring this jampacked journey through scenic New York
state ending with three days in New York
City. This Rossmoor group tour will be fully
escorted by New York native Ralf Parton
from pick-up to return. Roundtrip air with
transfers, Sheraton Hotels, 13 meals, boat
rides, train ride, three museum visits, two
Broadway plays, West Point and Baseball’s
Hall of Fame at Cooperstown are some of
the highlights included in this customized
Collette trip. Here is a brief itinerary:
• Fly to Buffalo for three nights in Niagara
Falls. Take boat ride below the falls on the
Maid of the Mist.
• Visit Canada for dinner and view the
Horseshoe Falls. Lockport, N.Y. board
barge for a ride on the Erie Canal.
• Vintage train ride on the Arcade and Attica Railroad
• Cooperstown for two-night stay; visit National Baseball museum
• Tour historic Sonnenberg Gardens and
Mansion with 40 rooms, then stroll through
its nine formal gardens.
• Tasting at Brewery Ommegang, famous
for Classic Belgian ales
• Visit the United State Military Academy at
West Point with lunch.
• Three nights at Sheraton Hotel on 7th
Avenue and 53rd Street in New York City.
Visit museums of Modern Art and Guggenheim. Free afternoons to shop or visit other
sights in Manhattan
• Each night attend a Broadway play, including Tony-awarded “Kinky Boots.” Last
day, after breakfast, free until late afternoon
The cost is $4,148. Save $150 early sign
up and deposit before April 25 or be among
festival’s playwrights on Sept. 13 at 2 p.m. at the museum,
205 Railroad Ave., Danville. Admission is $12 at www.
eugeneoneill.org and at the door.
LAFAYETTE ART AND WINE FESTIVAL is Sept.
20 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to
6 p.m. in downtown Lafayette. There will be some 260
local and regional artists’ booths, continuous music, food
and wine and beer offerings. Admission is free.
LAFAYETTE LIBRARY and Learning Center speaker
series features Paul Madonna on Sept. 19 at 6:30 p.m. at
the library, 3491 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Madonna writes and
draws “All Over Coffee,” a weekly series published in the
San Francisco Chronicle and on the Rumpus.net. Tickets
are $20. Go to www.tinyurl.com/LLLCFPaulMadonna or
call the office at 284-6513 ext. 103.
MASQUERS PLAYHOUSE presents “Berlin to
Broadway with Kurt Weill” through Sept. 20 at the
Playhouse, 105 Park, Pt. Richmond. Weill’s musical
masterpieces are presented in a blend of song and
story that takes the audience from the terror of Hitler’s
Germany to the glamour of the golden age of the Great
White Way. Call 520-232-3888.
ONSTAGE THEATRE COMPANY presents the
comedy, “Beau Jest,” through Sept. 7 at the Campbell
the first 25 to sign up. Past Collette Loyalty
members may save additional $150, making the price $3,848. Call Parton at 2567078 or Excursions at 988-7731 to register
or for information.
RED HAWK CASINO
Friday, Oct. 24
Join the Lawn Bowling Club on their trip
to the Red Hawk Casino. Enjoy a floor level of smoke-free gaming and dining. The
cost is $30. Receive casino bonus of $15
slot machine play or $20 table game play.
This trip is open to all Rossmoor residents,
their family or guests. Reservations are
necessary. Call Elsie or Frankie Napoli at
937-6290.
2015 Trips
ART and TULIP CRUISE TO HOLLAND
and BELGIUM
April 6 through 14
April in Holland is like April in Paris except with only tulips and windmills.
This trip is fully escorted by Ralf Parton,
emeritus professor of fine art, CSUS, for
the 21st anniversary of the first Rossmoor
art tour. This tour is co-sponsored by the
Rossmoor Railroad Club. All participants
receive a one-year free membership in the
Railroad Club. Cruise is by AMAWaterways
on the Ama/Lyra with all deluxe outside
cabins. Includes complimentary beer, wine
and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, daily
shore excursions, onboard entertainment
and lectures. With 35 signups, Rossmoor
will have its own bus for all shore excursions. Cabin categories by deck begin at
$2,799 per person double occupancy.
Highlights:
• Keukenhof Gardens with its tulips and
sculptures
• The Kroller-Muller museum with the largest private collection of Van Gogh paintings and a sculpture garden filled with art
from Auguste Rodin to the present
• Ghent, Belgium, Ghent Altarpiece (Adoration of the Mystic Lamb) by Jan van Eyck
• Antwerp, Belgium, Peter Paul Ruben’s
house and studio and the Cathedral of Our
Lady housing three of his master paintings
Optional two nights include visits to the
Rijksmuseum with all the Dutch masters
and Rembrandt’s Night Watch and Van
Gogh museum. There will be free time to
view other sights. For information and a
day-by-day itinerary and registration form,
call Parton at 256-7078.
ITALY: TUSCANY, THE ALPS AND THE
RIVIERA
April 22 through May 6
For the first time, the Travel Club is
sponsoring a trip to Italy in partnership
Theatre, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Sarah Goldman is a
nice Jewish girl who’s dating an Anglo Saxon. She hires
an actor to impersonate the man her mother has always
dreamt she would marry, a Jewish doctor. Senior tickets
are $16. Call 518-3277.
THURSDAYS @ THE VT presents MusicLore, a Bay
Area-based duo featuring Lauren Trigueros and Howard
Hastings, on Sept. 25 at 7:30 p.m. at the Village Theatre
and Art Gallery, 233 Front St. in Danville. Tickets are
$10 in advance and $15 at the door. Call 314-3400 or go
to www.villagetheatreshows.com.
TOWN HALL THEATRE presents “Company” Sept.
13 through Oct. 11 at the theatre, 3535 School St.,
Lafayette. The winner of seven Tony Awards and seven
Drama Desk Awards, “Company” focuses on Robert, a
confirmed bachelor celebrating his 35th birthday. The
music and lyrics are by Stephen Sondheim with the book
by George Furth. Call 283-1557.
WOODMINSTER SUMMER MUSICALS closes its
season with the David Henry Hwang version of Rodgers
and Hammerstein classic, “Flower Drum Song,” Sept. 5
through 14. Tickets are $28 to $59 with a senior discount
available. Call 510-531-9597 or go to www.woodminster.
com.
with Grand Circle Travel, beginning in
Rome and ending in Venice 13 days later.
Stops include Florence, Siena, Pisa, Verona, Portofino and the Dolomites. Travelers
will also have an opportunity to visit the
five small villages at Cinque Terre. This trip
offers a variety of included and optional
tours. One such tour is across the Austrian
border to Innsbruck. Another goes to Genoa, birthplace of Christopher Columbus. A
three-day pre-trip to Rome and a three-day
post-trip to Venice are available at additional cost. All hotel stays are at least three
nights. Pace will be leisurely with opportunities to experience Italian art and culture.
This is an unhurried journey, which may
appeal to first-time visitors to Italy, but also
to those who have “been there, done that.”
The Travel Club provides an additional benefit to its members through discounts only
available to its members. Round-trip transportation between Gateway and SFO will
be arranged if at least 11 passengers sign
up. For information and day-by-day itineraries, contact Barbara Crane at 300-3358
or barbaracrane@aim.com. Flyers are also
available in the Travel Club box at Gateway.
THE GREAT RIVERS OF EUROPE
June 4 through 19
This Grand Circle Cruise Line trip,
sponsored by the Rossmoor Travel Club,
departs from Amsterdam and concludes
in Vienna 15 days later. This river cruise is
leisurely and comfortable. Enjoy scenery,
history and culture from Holland, through
Germany and ending in the cultured city
of Vienna, Austria. Rivers traveled are the
Rhine, Main and Danube. The ship, M/S
River Harmony, only carries 140 passengers, and this cruise is one of the most
popular of all the Grand Circle cruises.
The Travel Club has reserved space for
14 cabins, with two of those single cabins
(supplement required). All cabins are exterior, and are about 160 square feet – large
enough for two to share comfortably. There
are pre-trip and post-trip options available
for Bruges, Belgium and Vienna. This trip
includes nine tours of cities and towns
along the route, as well as the opportunity to join several optional focus tours.
All meals and beverages served during
the meals are included in the cost. Grand
Circle provides highly skilled local-based
program directors who manage activities
while off the ship and who travel the entire cruise. The cost ranges from $4,195 to
$5,295 per person for the cruise. Airfare,
purchased from Grand Circle, is $1,700
round trip from SFO. The Travel Club provides additional discounts only available
to its members. Round-trip transportation
between Gateway and SFO will be arranged
if at least 11 passengers sign up. For details and booking information, contact Hal
or Roberta Davis at 510-919 0037, or email
at halrob3@yahoo.com. To reserve a cabin,
contact Grand Circle Cruise Line at 800-
597 2452 (2).Trip brochures are available
in the Travel Club mailbox at Gateway.
MARITIME JEWELS OF THE BRITISH
ISLES
June 24 through July 8
The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring a small ship cruise through the British Isles in partnership with Grand Circle
Cruise Lines, beginning in London and
ending in Edinburgh 14 days later. Stops
include Isles of Scilly; Fishguard and Holyhead, Wales; Dublin, Ireland; small towns
on the Scottish Isles including the Inner
and Outer Hebrides and the Orkneys; Aberdeen, Scotland, and Edinburgh, Scotland. This trip offers 12 included tours and
several optional ones to cities and towns,
to castles and crafters, to museums and
gardens. Travelers will be immersed in
the history and culture of this part of the
world. The trip begins with a two-night
stay in London before boarding the ship.
A pre-trip extension to London or posttrip extension to Edinburgh may be added
for a cost. Even for those who have been
to the British Isles before, this trip promises to be comprehensive and unique in
many ways. Prepare to be delighted with
its beauty, mystery and charm. The Travel
Club provides an additional benefit to its
members through rebates only available
to its members. Round-trip transportation
between Gateway and SFO will be arranged
if at least 11 passengers sign up. For information and day-by-day itineraries, contact Joyce Rodgers at 946-1645 or joyceburtrodgers@comcast.net. Flyers are also
available in the Travel Club box at Gateway
ROMANTIC VILLAGES OF ALPINE EUROPE
Aug. 29 through Sept. 12
The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring a Grand Circle Travel land tour to
the Alps Mountains in Italy, Switzerland,
Lichtenstein, Austria and Germany for 16
days. Currently there is space for 22 people to join this tour. This is being held for
the Rossmoor Travel Club, and there are
two monetary incentives for those who
sign up early. The trip includes five nights
at Stresa, Italy, three nights at Interlaken,
Switzerland, five nights at Seeland, Austria,
and one night in Munich, Germany. The
trip is loaded with unique features that emphasis cultural learning, local scenery, historical significance and local life. Included
are nine local tours, three Discovery Series
events and a number of options for local
excursions. The basic trip is $2,995 per
person. There is a post-trip of five nights
for $1,495 per person to Munich, Germany and Salzburg, Austria. Round-trip
airfare is available from Grand Circle for
$1,700, which includes transfers, baggage
handling, taxes, fees and airline fuel surcharges. The facilitators for the Travel Club
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16B
French Club gathers for Shalom Club heads to Danville
informal conversation
to see ‘Cat on a Hot Tin Roof’
The Rossmoor French Club – for people who enjoy speaking
French – meets on the first and third Fridays of every month, at
The Shalom Club will see Terra California Drive No. 4.
The club has been formed
7 p.m., in Multipurpose Room 1 at Gateway. The next meeting
the Tennessee Williams play Tickets will be distributed at as a social gathering place for
is Friday, Sept. 6.
“Cat on a Hot Tin Roof” at the time of performance at the Rossmoor Jewish comThe format is casual. Although there is no fixed agenda,
the Village Theatre, 233 the Village Theatre.
munity to meet new and old
members often discuss subjects related to France – politics, litFront Street in Danville, on
There are no exchanges friends and enjoy participaterature, music, culture, food, regions, movies, books, tourism,
Sunday, Sept. 7, at 2 p.m.
or refunds on these tickets. ing in multiple activities. For
and occasional surprise topics. The group shares a light snack,
The group will go to one Make checks payable to Sha- additional information about
often with wine.
of the restaurants in the area lom Club of Rossmoor.
the club call Larry Silver at
The goal is to enjoy the companionship of like-minded people
for dinner after the show (see
Contact Sarene Zimmer- 954-8823.
who have happy memories of France or other francophone setthe club website for sugges- man at 944-9414 or HYPERVisit the website at rosstings. Some members were born in France. Others have learned
tions).
LINK “mailto:sarenez13@ moorshalom.com for all club
French in school or elsewhere. A few members polished their
Play tickets are $15. Mail yahoo.com” sarenez13@ya- information and see all the
French skills while living in Francophone West Africa.
checks with email and phone hoo.com for further informa- upcoming planned events for
French is spoken in a variety of accents. The meeting has tranumber to Ed Goldberg, 888 tion about this event.
the rest of the year.
ditionally been conducted entirely in French. In the past, membership required a high level of fluency. But the club is now welcoming new members whose fluency may be limited.
Some people come simply to enjoy listening to French conSunday Salon is a unique social organiza- gather at a designated restaurant for a YIT!
versation. Occasional translations or explanations in English
tion for single men and women who enjoy a (Yea, It’s Thursday!) happy hour, beginning at
occur. Come and visit; this is a friendly club.
variety of activities, including evening events 4:45 p.m. This is a popular weekly gathering
For information, call Katherine Arcuri at 200-2053.
at Dollar Clubhouse every other month, din- for members to meet for wine, cocktails, food
ing out at local restaurants and small dinner and conversation. YIT is an opportunity for
groups at members’ homes, as well as art, mu- non-members to drop by and spend time with
The Second Tuesday Lun- natti at 465-2451. A reminder, sic, movies and local theater events. Member- Sunday Salon members to learn more about
cheon Group will have its Sep- the reservation must be paid ship is by invitation, and the club’s goal is to this dynamic group. Nonmember attendance
tember luncheon on Sept. 9 at the day of the luncheon. Dues maintain equal numbers of men and women at is by invitation.
Dollar Clubhouse. The social of $5 are due at this September their events.
Call Membership Chairwoman Dione Wilhour begins at 11:30 a.m. Lun- luncheon.
Each Thursday, Sunday Salon members liams at 933-9077 to attend.
cheon will be served at noon.
The Second Tuesday LunThe theme is Fall. Hostesses cheon Group meets every
for this event are Dori Galli- second Tuesday of the month
Boomers Forever Club p.m. with the Niners playing go, with a kickoff time of 5:30
natti and Eda Brennan.
September through June. It is
The menu will be raviolis, a continuation of the Gourmet members invites all 49er fans the Dallas Cowboys at Dallas. p.m.; Sept. 21, at Arizona, with
The Club Room at a kickoff of 1:05 p.m.; and Sept.
garlic french bread, a green Lunch Group of the former to join them to watch the
Creekside
has been reserved 28, the Niners play Philadelsalad and a sundae for dessert. Rossmoor Federated Women’s games on one of Rossmoor’s
beginning
at 1 p.m. and at- phia at home at 1:25 p.m.
The cost of $15 includes wine Club. All Rossmoor women large HD screens. The season
There is no charge to join
tendees
should
bring tailgate
and sparkling cider.
are invited for friendship, fel- kickoff is on Sunday, Sept. 7,
in
watching the games and
food
to
share
at
this
and
all
and the game begins at 1:25
For reservations, call Galli- lowship and good food.
future games. The club will cheering on the 49ers, but doprovide paper goods and any nations to the club’s charitable
alcoholic beverages may be fund, Feed the Pig, are always
purchased at the adjacent welcome. Ed Buckland, a dieCreekside Grill. Attendees hard 49er fan and Boomers
should bring any soft drinks Forever member, has volunteered to host these events.
desired.
For questions on the BoomAll September games will
be shown in the Club Room ers 49er viewings, call Buckat Creekside, which will be land at 890-6257. The locaopen a half-hour before game tions and times for watching
games in October through
time for tailgating.
Upcoming Sunday games December will be posted at a
include: Sept. 14, at Chica- later date.
Singles socialize in Sunday Salon
Second Tuesday Lunch set
Boomers to watch games on big screen
Mutual Maintenance
FROM THE MUTUAL OPERATIONS DIVISION
For service, call 988-7650
Order Desk email: workorder@rossmoor.com
September Schedule
landscape ENTRY MAINTENANCE:
First through Fourth Mutuals: once-a-month for routine
ground cover and shrub trimming, weed control, fertilizer.
landscape ENTRY MAINTENANCE:
INDEPENDENT MUTUALS:
Monday: Mutuals 28, 29, 48 and 61
Tuesday: Mutuals 5, 8, 22, 30, 65 and 68
Wednesday: Mutuals 5, 8, 29, 48, 59, 61 and 68
Thursday: Mutuals 5, 28, 30, 65 and 68
Friday: Mutuals 8, 29, 48, 56, 59 and 68
TREE MAINTENANCE: Building clearance by Waraner
Bros. in TWCM, Projects 40, 41, 42 and 44..
PEST CONTROL: Call 988-7640 for service order.
LAWN MAINTENANCE: Mow weekly, fertilize with sulphur
coated urea.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING: To report exterior walkway carport
lighting problems, call Mutual Operations at 988-7650.
TRASH AND RECYCLING PROBLEMS: 988-7640.
For an explanation of maintenance services, call Tess Molina
at 988-7637. For other issues, call the following numbers
Billing inquiries and information...............................988-7637
Building and manor repairs: interior/exterior............988-7650
Landscape maintenance and pest control...................988-7640
Manor alterations and resales.....................................988-7660
Animal Control Contra Costa County........................335-8300
HEALTH & FITNESS
Learn to relieve pain using
the Alexander Technique
An Alexander Technique workshop is on Sunday, Sept. 14,
from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Aerobics Room at the Fitness Center.
The topic will be on releasing head, neck and shoulder pain. The
certified instructor is Alan Bolton.
The cost is $40 per class. Reservation checks should be payable to Bolton. Pre-register at the Fitness Center front desk or
call 988-7850.
Wear gym shoes or soft sole closed-toe shoes. Dress comfortably for mild exercises and for the 68 degree room temperature.
Alexander Technique students learn to understand the mechanics of the body and the negative effects of habitual movement patterns.
Future workshop topics will cover balance loss and restoration, fear of falling, reducing tension and anxiety, pain-free
performance for musicians and singers, asthma and emphysema
and recovery from injury, accident or sport.
Learned Movement Training
offered Mondays, Wednesdays
Learned Movement Training (LMT) is a deceptively-simple, innovative and
systematic mind and body
approach to developing and
maintaining fitness. A common goal for athletes, occasional exercisers and those
dealing with falls is optimal
performance. It is about discovering how to move.
LMT is safe, effective, efficient and builds self-confidence. It is an interdisciplinary
approach to exercise, drawing
from the practices of tai chi,
pakua, pilates and yoga. LMT
introduces slow-controlled
guided movement patterns
that promote proper standing
postural alignment and correct
bad habits.
LMT also allows you to
move, with stability, using a
minimum amount of effort
and is unique in emphasizing
the importance of the feet in
building a strong foundation
for healthy movement.
In addition, LMT systematically rebalances muscles surrounding joints utilizing functional spiral movements and
Prescription drug and sharps
drop-off boxes are located
at Gateway between the
Library and the Oak Room.
builds a moment-by-moment
awareness of the relationships
between the upper and lower
parts through the core. Transitions body weight effectively
by controlling specific joints.
LMT also improves neuromuscular motor learning
through enhanced concentration; reduces strain on joints
and muscles and risks of injuries or falls; and is a total
mind-body workout.
New students can experience the first class free. Classes
are Mondays and Wednesdays,
11 a.m. to noon (beginning/
intermediate) and 7:30 to 8:30
a.m. (Advanced) in the Shasta Room (second floor) at Del
Valle Clubhouse.
Lee Taylor at 510-385-0100,
lee@leetaylor.net or www.leetaylor.net.
17B
Learn about fall prevention at
Super Sunday Speaker Series
The Rossmoor Fitness
Center’s free Super Sunday
Speaker Series will focus on
fall prevention and balance on
Sunday, Sept. 21, at 3 p.m. in
the Aerobics Room at the Fitness Center.
The speaker is Vanessa
Kettler. She has taught private
lessons in fall prevention and
balance improvement. She is
a professional dancer with 40
years of training. Since 1999,
she has been a member of the
faculty of the Older Adults
Program at Santa Rosa Junior
College. She is also a former
Wall Street executive.
At age 70, her wealth of
experience has led her to develop a unique yet powerful
technique for helping people improve their balance.
She brings new and engaging insights into how to get
stronger and more flexible as
people age.
During the program, learn Vanessa Kettler is the September Super Sunday Speaker Series
some safe, simple and effec- presenter.
tive ways of becoming stronger and more agile to improve
To register, call the Fitness ic shoes. The Fitness Center
quality of life and prevent Center at 988-7850.
Aerobics Room is a cool 68
falling into poor health.
Wear closed-toe athlet- degrees, so dress accordingly.
Acalanes offers preservation of health course
Learn about preserving your health in a
new course offered by Acalanes Adult Education.
“Preservation of Health” will be offered on
10 Wednesdays, starting Sept. 10, at 7 p.m. at
the nearby Adult Education Center, 1963 Tice
Valley Blvd. The instructor is Randy Horning. There will also be guest lecturers.
Topics wil l i nclude factors for a pro ductive a nd happy life as well as how to
handle disease, understanding processed
foods, the growth of allergies and how to
lose weight.
The cost is $45 for those 65 and older and
$50 for others. To register, call the adult
center at 280-3980.
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18B
Rossmoor Compassion and
Relief Association is new
Yoga classes offered at Del Valle
The Rossmoor Fitness Center offers a variety of yoga and
directed movement classes,
from Monday through Saturday. Classes are for all levels
and accommodate those with
physical limitations. Participants are advised to wear
loose clothing and come with
a relatively empty stomach.
Props, used when needed, may
include chairs, blocks and
straps. The following is a list
of all the classes with times,
location and style. Contact the
instructor for information.
A new club, Rossmoor Compassion Relief Association
(RCRA) was organized in May. The club was formed as a way to
show that the desire to serve and to help others, especially those
in need, does not have to stop with advanced age.
Organizer Maggie Chen and her husband David have been
actively volunteering with Tzu Chi Foundation for many years.
Since they moved in Rossmoor four years ago, they wanted to
continue to do volunteer work in and around Rossmoor. The
couple is confident there are like-minded Rossmoor residents
who are willing to make this community a better place to live.
Some of the club activities under consideration include expert advice on health issues, workshops on mental and spiritual
well-being and on emergencies and community services such
as visits to nursing homes, recycling and reading to children,
among others. RCRA will also work with other organizations to
MONDAY
better serve local communities.
Integrated
Yoga
RCRA members meet on the second Wednesday afternoon
Time
and
place:
10
to 11 a.m.
and the fourth Sunday afternoon every month, from 1:30 to 4:30
in
the
Shasta
Room
at Del
on both days. The meeting place depends on the specific nature
Valle
Clubhouse.
of each activity.
Residents are invited to get involved and make a difference. Style: Improve energy, focus,
strength, balance and flexFor information, contact Maggie Chen at 933-2608.
ibility.
Instructor: Leena St. Michael, who has more than
5,000 teaching hours. She
Keeping Your Balance, a six-week workshop series, will be
is trained in Mindfuloffered on Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m., starting Sept. 3 in the
ness-Based Stress ReducShasta Room at the Fitness Center.
tion methods.
The fee is $60 payable upon registration at the second class. Fees: $8 per drop-in or four
The first class on Sept. 3 is free.
sessions for $36.
Guild-certified Feldenkrais instructor Peter Boffey will coach
Flexible Yoga
students in learning to move with greater ease and to sit, stand, Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m.
walk and transition between positions with confidence. This
in the Shasta Room at Del
course does not require getting up and down from the floor. The
Valle Clubhouse
benefits of these classes can be immediate and are cumulative. Style: Emphasis is on flexibility using Iyengar-style yoga,
Boffey discovered the Feldenkrais Method of Somatic Eduwhich focuses on correct
cation® 16 years ago, after exploring various ways to reverse the
body alignment. Hatha yoga
effects of his own deteriorating balance and long-term debilitatwith stretches using props
ing pain. Based on his experience, in 2012 he started offering
will be practiced when
his Keeping Your Balance series tailored toward residents of
needed.
Rossmoor.
Instructor:
Barbara Bureker
For information about the course, contact Boffey directly at
has
been
a
yoga instructor
395-1240 or email him at peterboffey1@gmail.com.
for
32
years.
For informaOther than closed-toed athletic shoes required by the gym,
tion,
call
934-7857.
no special attire is needed. It is suggested that students dress in
Fees: $7 per class, one class
layers as the Aerobic Room is kept at 68 degrees.
per week; $6 per class, two
Register by calling the Fitness Center at 988-7850.
to three per week; $8 for
Balance workshop offered
drop-ins.
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TUESDAY
Gentle Yoga
Time and place: 11 a.m. to
noon in the Shasta Room at
Del Valle Clubhouse.
Style: Hatha yoga (based on
Inyengar teachings) emphasizing correct alignment and
posture while developing
strength and balance. May
be done seated, standing
or on floor. Props (blocks,
straps) used when needed.
Each class ends with a relaxation period. Students
encouraged to work at own
pace and within own limitations and abilities.
Instructor: Sarah Harvey.
A certified yoga practitioner for 15 years, Harvey believes her class is a
good match for those new
to yoga, or those working
through injuries or other
limitations. For information, call 510-639-4568.
Fees: $8 per class or $30 per
month for four classes.
Drop-ins welcome.
Active Yoga
Time and place: 12:15 to 1:15
p.m. in the Shasta Room at
Del Valle Clubhouse
Style: This class is geared toward current yoga students
who have taking class on a
regular basis for least two
years.
Instructor: Sarah Harvey.
Call 510-639-4568
Fees: The drop-in fee for the
active yoga class is $8 per
session. Participants also
have the option of buying
a series of four classes for
$30, or eight classes for $55
Stretch Yoga
Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m.
at the Fitness Center at Del
Valle
Style: Iyenagar approach, with
emphasis on correct alignment in postures, while developing strength, balance,
ease of movement and endurance.
Instructor: Barbara Bureker,
yoga instructor for 35 years.
For information, call 9347857.
drop-ins..
WEDNESDAY
Gentle Yoga
Time and place: 11 a.m. to
noon, Aerobics Room at Del
Valle.
Style: Seated and standing
yoga. Options for the floor
for those who wish.
Instructor: Bonnie Maeda,
who has been a certified
yoga practitioner for seven
years. She is a registered
nurse and works with students during the healing
process. Call 510-548-9566.
drop-ins.
Integrated Yoga
Time and place: 6 to 7:20
Del Valle Clubhouse.
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Fees: $10 per drop-in or four
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THURSDAY
Therapeutic Yoga
Time and place: 10 to 11 a.m.
Valle Clubhouse.
Style: Deep therapeutic relaxation and energy renewal.
is trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction methods.
Fees: $8 per drop-in or four
sessions for $30.
Strength Yoga
Time and place: 5:30 to 6:30
Del Valle Clubhouse
Style: Stretch to relax and
build up strength. All are
welcomed.
Instructor: Barbara Bureker,
who has been a yoga instructor for 32 years. For
information, call 934-7857.
drop-ins.
FRIDAY
Flexible Yoga
Time and place: 10 to 11 a.m.
Valle Clubhouse
Style: This class puts an emphasis on flexibility with
strength, using Iyengar style
yoga with a focus on correct
body alignment. A more
vigorous yoga class using
props is practiced when
needed.
Instructor: Barbara Bureker.
For information, call 9347857.
drop-ins.
Gentle Yoga
Time and place: 11:45 a.m.
to 12:45 p.m. in the Shasta
Room at Del Valle.
Style: This class emphasizes
correct alignment of the
body and includes some
chair work, as well as basic
standing poses. Each session ends with relaxation
period.
Instructor: Sarah Harvey, a
graduate of Iyengar Yoga
Institute. Call 510-639-4568.
Fees: $8 per class; $30 for four
classes.
SATURDAY
Tibetan Kum Nye Yoga
Two Saturdays a month
Time and place: 10 to 11:30
a.m. in the Shasta Room at
Del Valle
Style: Renew a spirit of ease
and appreciation through
gentle yoga. Relax the body
and mind.
Coordinator: Endy Stark. For
information, call 938-4681.
Fees: $10 per class.
19B
Golf fitness class offered Medical Friends recruits new president
at the Fitness Center
Ann Grassel, physical therapist, will be offering a six-week
course on golf fitness. The class begins Thursday, Sept. 11,
from 5 to 6:30 p.m. in the Aerobics Room at the Fitness Center. The cost is $120 for the six sessions. Class size is limited
to 14 people.
Grassel is a Titleist certified golf fitness instructor with
36 years of experience in sports medicine and she has been a
golfer for 47 years. She knows how the body works and she
knows how the game is played.
Being out on the golf course is a great experience, but if
one’s game is not what it used to be because movement is hard
or due to nagging injuries, golf can be a source of pain and
frustration. A golf fitness program can help.
The class will include instruction in: how to set up a golf
swing for consistency and power; how to use and strengthen
core muscles, not just for golf but in everyday activities; how
to increase flexibility, range of motion, strength and power in
the golf swing; how the way one sits, stands and walks greatly
influences the golf swing and how to make changes; and how
to choose golf shoes and other products that support the body
changes that come with more fitness.
In addition to the golf fitness class, Grassel will offer individual golf fitness evaluations. The evaluation includes video
analysis of the golf swing to identify 12 common golf swing
faults, a physical evaluation to determine deficits in the strength,
flexibility and balance that cause the golf swing faults and a golf
specific exercise program that is sent to an email address.
Contact Grassel at 415-272-2264 to set up an individual
appointment.
Medical Marijuana Group
meets second Tuesday
The Medical Marijuana
Education and Support Club
meets on the second Tuesday
of each month at 7 p.m. in the
Vista Room at Hillside Clubhouse. On Sept. 9, the presenter will be George Keileh from
the Vault Smokeshop in Walnut Creek.
The Vault, which was
founded in 2011, is devoted to
enhancing the smoking experience through scientific and artistic means. Keileh will share
his knowledge on how best to
enhance delivery of medication.
The Medical Marijuana
Club for Education and Support is celebrating its third
year at Rossmoor. The club
will soon be presenting an
overview of its origins. Residents are invited to come meet
the people who plan, develop
and present information to seniors who may need help finding reliable up-to-date information on the use of medical
marijuana.
The club offers information
about medical marijuana and
its effects on specific disease,
referrals to doctors for a recommendation to use the medicine, and information on how
the use of cannabis can provide an alternative to opiates
and pharmaceuticals to improve quality of life. Monthly
meetings are lively, fun and
educational.
All Rossmoor residents and
guests are invited. Refreshments will be served and donations are appreciated. For
information, contact club President Renee Lee at 979-9068.
Deep-water exercise classes
offered at Hillside, Del Valle
Deep-water exercise classes are offered at Hillside and Del
Valle pools on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. The class
runs from 8 to 8:45 a.m. at Hillside and 9 to 9:45 at Del Valle.
Water aerobics is a form of aerobic exercise that requires
water-immersed participants. Participants in the class wear
a flotation device to keep them upright and make floating in
the pool easy.
Residents who take the class say that their balance, stability and muscle strength have improved. Water aerobics is
non-weight bearing–there is no impact on joints. The classes
focus on aerobic endurance, resistance training and creating
an enjoyable atmosphere with music.
As people age, exercise can get more difficult. But deep-water exercise does not put stress on the joints, especially hips
and knees, making exercise easier. Exercising in water can
get the heart rate up, increase muscle mass and help build
strength. It’s easier to move in the water.
The buoyancy of the deep water reduces body weight by 90 percent, enabling participants to move in ways that strengthen the core.
A two-month session is offered, which averages $4 per class.
Participants need to sign up by session.
The instructor is Janet Braue, who has been teaching the class
for 13 years. For information, call her at 253-9596. Students are
asked to pay for a session, which runs two months at a time.
Medical
Friends
of
Rossmoor is recruiting a
new president. Clair Weenig,
M.D., has been president for
over eight years and will be
resigning Dec. 31.
The club is a lecture club,
sponsoring talks on health
subjects of interest to seniors,
by physician and health care
professionals recognized as
experts in their field. In those
eight years, 50 such talks
have been given, with approximately 6,000 resident
attendees. Most were recorded on DVD, are available in
the Rossmoor Library and
have been rebroadcast over
Rossmoor’s Channel 28.
The club has grown from
its initial 20 members to over
200 members. It is financially solvent and has no debt. It
meets every two months, on
the third Tuesday of the odd
numbered months, at 1 p.m.
in Peacock Hall.
One annual meeting of
the board of directors is held
to discuss future topics and
speaker. The club does not
hold social activities, has no
subcommittees, and is basically a lecture club.
Dues are $5 per year per
member. An effort is being
made to recruit a physician in
Rossmoor who would be willing to serve as president of the
club, contact potential physician
and other health care speakers
to speak at future meetings.
At present, speakers have
been arranged through December 2015, so there is ample
lead time for the new president to acclimate to the position. Any physician, nurse,
or health care professional
interested in considering this
position is invited to contact
Weenig at medicalfriends@
comcast.net or contact any of
Medical
Friends
meeting
cancelled
Due to a scheduling conflict, the Medical Friends of
Rossmoor meeting scheduled on Tuesday, Sept. 23,
has been cancelled.
For information about
Medical
Friends
of
Rossmoor, call Clair
Weenig at 935-3747.
the officers or board members: Vice President Paul
Holland, M.D.; Secretary Judith Nixon, R.N.; Treasurer
Nancy Moschel; Sheafe Ewing, M.D.; Mary England;
and Jan Jones, R.N.
New evening and morning therapeutic
yoga classes offered at Fitness Center
Leena St. Michael will offer three new yoga classes per
week at the Del Valle Clubhouse Fitness Center starting
Monday, Sept. 8.
Integrated yoga will be
taught Mondays, from 10
to 11 a.m. and Wednesdays
from 6 to 7:20 p.m. in the
Shasta Room. The fee is $10
drop-in or four sessions for
$36.
These two integrated yoga
evening classes are designed
for the after-work commuter
crowd.
Therapeutic yoga will be
taught on Thursdays, from 10
to 11 a.m. in the Shasta Room.
The fee is $8 drop-in or four
sessions for $30.
These classes will help improve energy, focus, strength,
balance and flexibility as well
as organ function. Yoga helps
renew energy and outlook and
strengthens immunity.
Beginners and longtime
practitioners will deepen the
foundation for safety, empowerment and advancement.
St. Michael is known for
helping students make the
mind-body-breath connection
and expand their potential at
every age, regardless of physical challenge. She incorporates restorative postures,
props and an extensive collection of yoga music from all
genres for deep therapeutic reThree different support
groups for alcoholics meet regularly in Rossmoor:
• Open 12-step meeting every
Monday at 7 p.m. in the Vista
Room at Hillside Clubhouse.
• Open discussion meeting
every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. in
the Garden Room at Dollar Clubhouse. Call Ralph Stone at 9524949 for information.
• Al-Anon meeting every
Wednesday at 7 p.m. at Multipurpose Room 1 at Gateway. Call
Corlee A. Klinger at 933-3957 for
information.
laxation and energy renewal.
St. Michael was cited as
Diablo Magazine’s 2009 best
East Bay yoga teacher. She
has more than 5,000 teaching
hours, and has coached elite
swimmers, bikers, league ten-
nis players and golfers.
To register, and for information, contact St. Michael at
200-5130 or by email at leena@dailynamaste.com. Her
website is http://dailynamaste.
com.
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TV Guide for Channel 28
Club Trips
are Murphy and Steve Nieman at
932-4775 or email at snieman@
tiogagroup.com. Call them for
information about this trip. Trip
brochures are in the Travel Club
mailbox at the Gateway administration lobby.
PANAMA CANAL CRUISE AND
PANAMA: A CONTINENT DIVIDED, OCEANS UNITED
Oct. 30 through Nov. 10
The Rossmoor Travel Club is
sponsoring a Grand Circle Travel 12-day land and small- ship
cruise to Panama in 2015. The
Panama Canal is the engineering
marvel that opened 100 years
ago, allowing civilian and military
shipping to shave 9,000 miles
from the Atlantic to the Pacific
route around Cape Horn. A significant expansion is scheduled
to open in 2015. This land trip
includes visiting Panama City,
Chorrera, Chitre, Las Tablas, La
Arena and Gamboa. There are
multiple side excursions and visits to significant cultural and historical sites. Return to Panama
City to board Grand Circle’s privately chartered 24-passenger
catamaran, the M/S Discovery.
Complete the transit of the canal
in daylight over three days, making various stops and observing the operations of the canal
and its locks. This trip offers a
three-night pre-trip to Bocas del
Toro, Panama: Wild Archipelago
($795) and a five-night post-trip
to Cartagena Colombia: the Emerald of the Caribbean ($1,045).
The trip is limited to 24 people
and costs $3,295 including port
charges, beverages (wine, beer
and soft drinks) for the days onboard the Discovery, and gratuities for local guides and motor
coach drivers. There are three
nights on the Discovery, three
nights in Panama City, three
nights in Chitre and two nights
in Gamboa. Single supplement is
$545. Round-trip air from SFO
is $1,000. For details or flyers,
contact Sally Day at 300-3332
or email sday1045@comcast.
net. Flyers are also available at
Gateway Administration in the
Rossmoor Travel Club mailbox.
REAL AFFORDABLE COSTA
RICA
Nov. 1 through 13
This is a good time to leave
the cold weather and go to the
sunshine to see the flying Macaws of Costa Rica. This OAT
tour is sponsored by the Railroad
Club and is filled with unusual
activities from horseback riding,
river rafting, nature walks and
cruising a river for crocodiles.
There is a choice to participate
or not. This small group tour,
like all OAT adventures, is limited to 15 participants and is fully
escorted by Rossmoor tour conductor, Ralf Parton. It includes
roundtrip air with transfers from
Rossmoor to SFO, 29 meals, all
land transportation, 10 small
group activities including a visit
to a coffee finca, a home-hosted meal, thermal mud baths and
more. New for 2015, gratuities
for local guides, drivers and luggage porters are included, so are
all government taxes, fees and
airline fuel surcharges. The total
cost for this two-week adventure
is $2,895. For a six-page color
brochure with pictures and a
day-by-day Itinerary, call Parton
at 256-7078.
R O S S M O O R C O M M U N I T Y C H A N N E L 28
Programs running from Sept. 4 through 10
The following programs are all scheduled to be broadcast this
week. Check the grid below for days and times of programs. For
information about programs on Channel 28, please call 988-7820.
■ Post It! is a community bulletin board that allows residents to
view activities within Rossmoor, including trips, movies and club
events. This program runs between other programs when possible.
■ Classic Arts Showcase includes video samplings of animation,
architectural art, ballet, chamber and choral music, dance, folk art,
museum art, musical theater, opera and orchestral performances, as
well as classic film and archival documentaries.
■ Fitness Fun. Exercise. 30 minutes.
This program is scheduled every day at 9 a.m. The program changes
daily to vary the exercises.
■ 25th Anniversary Parade. One hour.
Rossmoor’s 25th Anniversary celebration’s parade is narrated by
two great radio personalities of their time, Roy Storey and Dr. Don
Rose from KFRC. View this and prepare for the 50th Anniversary
parade on Sept. 20.
■ HISTORY of Rossmoor. Part one. 15 minutes.
Historical Society President John Nutley tells about the Saklan
Indians living in Tice Valley. This is the story of Native American
life in the period before the arrival of the Europeans. This program
covers Indian life, where they lived, how they lived, their dwellings,
food, clothing and relationship with their neighboring tribes. Nutley
wrote this program as well as parts two and three. All three programs run consecutively.
■ HISTORY of Rossmoor. Part two. 25 minutes.
Spanish Influence and the Missionaries. This program covers the
Spanish-Mexican period (1772-1850). It recounts the arrival of the
Spanish explorers, missionaries and settlers to Contra Costa. It covers the introduction of new animals, food, religion and clothing into
Native Americans’ lives.
■ HISTORY of Rossmoor. Part three. 20 minutes.
1856-1930 Tice and Naphtaly. James W. Tice and Joseph Naphtaly
become an important part of Walnut Creek. The Romero brothers
who first settled this valley are replaced by the American, Tice and
his ranching ways. He was followed by attorney Naphtaly who purchased the land.
■ MAXINE Glover’s Ragtime. Jazz/ragtime music. One hour,
five minutes. Pianist Maxine Glover, Michael Bacile on bass and
Randy Merrit on drums perform a light jazz and ragtime program.
The Glover Trio has appeared professionally at nightclubs and special events all over the Bay Area
■ “GOOD Harbor.” Book discussion. 35 minutes.
Anita Diamant’s book is set in the small Massachusetts fishing
town of Gloucester. It is a slow-paced study of female friendship.
■ JOYCE Grant and her Swing Band. Swing music. 55 minutes.
Versatile vocalist Joyce Grant comes from a rich musical heritage.
Her great-great uncle is Scott Joplin, ragtime composer. She’s performed throughout the Bay Area and her unique vocal talents allow
her to create sensitive and powerful interpretations of vast range of
music.
■ Common Gastrointestinal Disorders. Health. One hour, 10
minutes. Dr. S. Saeed Zamani is a board certified in gastroenterology and internal medicine. He has extensive training in advanced
endoscopy including endoscopic ultrasound, therapeutic ERCP and
gastrointestinal and liver disorders. Zamani has been a member of
the Walnut Creek Medical community for years and has a teaching
faculty positions at UCSF and Stanford.
■ MARTAN Mann Concert. Jazz music. 55 minutes.
Jazz pianist Martan Mann and his trio perform jazz standards along
with original jazz compositions. Mann covers the entire musical
spectrum, from classical to jazz. He has authored five books and
has appeared in instructional videos. He’s a nationally prominent
lecturer on music improvisation and provides clinics for music organizations and universities.
■ The ARTIST View. Interview. 45 minutes.
Vilma Patterson-Antoine (1927-2014), representing the Rossmoor
Art Association, interviews two fellow artists, Richard Kirby and
Shirla Klenk. These talented artists share details of their lives,
personal experiences and unique techniques in working with mixed
materials. Some of their select art work is discussed and the stories
behind the paintings are revealed.
■ YAKOUBOVSKY. Classical music. 45 minutes.
Lyric spinto soprano, Elena Yakoubovsky, comes from a musical
family of Russian and Italian (Neapolitan) singers and musicians.
She has performed the lead roles in many productions and has just
completed the lead in “Madame Butterfly.” She is a San Francisco
Bay Area favorite and has delighted audiences with her expressiveness and magnetic performances.
= Screened boxes indicate that programming continues into next half-hour time slot. When
program ends, Post-It is broadcast. Reference programs below by titles in capital letters above.
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POST IT!
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