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6OL6.UMBERs3EPT 6.UMBERs3EPT 6.UMBERs3EPT Shaky future: Quake expert predicts Bay Area ‘big one’ in the next 30 years PAGE 5 Getting in shape: Middle school adds fitness center for students and teachers PAGE 7 Mailed free to homes in Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville and Diablo PRE P POWERHOUSES Teams gear up for action on the gridiron page 12 INSIDE Danville Weekly www.DanvilleWeekly.com GRAND OPENING Alamo Hardware Saturday & Sunday, September 12th & 13th Saturday 7am to 8pm • Sunday 8am to 6pm Come in early for great specials to the first 300 customers each day! 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The arts provide e to the arts ral lives “Exposur is essential our cultu bond that enhance te a lasting benefit and n and crea rson, and inspiratio nce Ande Lawre s.” —Dr. unity Band for happines ille Comm conductor al director ic ■ live mus ■ movies Lic#0C26292 Beasley Insurance Services 925-803-9799 Plans as low as HARVEY ections s and coll ■ museum ■ lectures of the Danv ions ciat ■ art asso ■ theater $45 and music Mailed to homes in Danville, Alamo, Diablo, Blackhawk and San Ramon in September. 00 per month *Based on Blue Shield's PPO Plan Vital Shield 2900 for singles ages 19-29. Free Quote go to www.beasleyinsurance.com I don’t think they think it’s dangerous. It becomes a part of their daily routine, and they think they could do it in their sleep. My daughter in Santa Barbara does it a lot. (I hope the cops don’t start looking for her now.) I see kids around Danville texting and driving all the time. I think it’s dangerous, even if they don’t. Tai Williams Danville transportation director I believe most teenagers intellectually understand the consequences of driving distractions, including texting, but have difficulty relating to these realities. That is why the Town promotes a web-based forum at www.ithappens2u.com that encourages teens to share personal on-the-road experiences and to teach each other how a little smart driving can keep them crash-free. — Compiled by Stan Wharton; question submitted by Patti Yetman Serving the 580 and 680 corridor communities with offices in Danville and Pleasanton Have a Streetwise question? E-mail editor@DanvilleWeekly.com Compassionate Care Since 1954 ■ Danville 925-314-0260 ■ About the Cover Pleasanton 925-462-7060 ■ Tight end Kyle Kragen (left) also figures to be one of the top linebackers for San Ramon Valley High varsity football this year, while the keys to the Monte Vista offense rest in the hands of senior quarterback Brett Nottingham. 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NEWS DIGEST Primo’s Run online auction starts Wednesday The San Ramon Valley Education Foundation’s ninth annual Primo’s Run for Education kicks off its online auction Wednesday, Sept. 18. The run is the largest fundraiser of the year for the foundation, and the online auction has grown increasingly popular. This year’s auction items include a Carnival Cruise donated by Travelocity; Dreyer’s Ice Cream Bus donated by Black Tie Limousine; sailing lessons donated by OCSC Sailing; one year 24 Hour Fitness membership and much, much more. Go to www.primosrun.com to check out the prizes and to bid. This year’s run takes place Oct. 11 at Iron Horse Middle School on Alcosta Boulevard in San Ramon. The improved 5K event includes two categories: 5K timed runners and 5K Fun Run/Walk. The participants for these events will start separately and will be sectioned into two categories. The 5K timed race will start promptly at 8:15 a.m. The 5K Fun Run/Walk participants will line up behind the 5K timed runners and will start their event at 8:30 a.m. The half-marathon begins at 7:15 a.m. at Primo’s Pizza, 298 Hartz Ave. in Danville. Late registration begins at 6 a.m. Entry fees range from $20 to $65, depending on which race is entered and when participants register. During the next month, the schools will ramp up their support for the Primo’s Run. Spirit week is Sept. 27-30, when schools go to Primo’s Pizza and have a percentage of money spent donated to the run. The restaurant donates 50 percent of the total revenue from each day of Spirit Week. The day of the race a prize is given to the school that raises the most funds. The San Ramon Valley Education Foundation distributes teacher and district grants to enhance education at the schools in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. Cruising, cruising: Jane and Phelps Euler enjoying their Weekly while in Valletta, Malta, during a Mediterranean cruise. Seminar on treatment for varicose veins San Ramon Regional Medical Center will present a free community educational seminar, “Minimally Invasive Treatment for Varicose Veins,” from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 1. The program will be held at San Ramon Regional Medical Center’s South Conference Room in the South Building, located at 7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. Soohyun Kim, M.D., vascular and endovascular specialist, will discuss surgical and non-surgical treatments for varicose veins, and how to reduce pain and discomfort. In the past, vein stripping surgery was the only solution. Today there is a minimally invasive laser treatment for varicose veins in which the patients usually experience mild discomfort and a fast recovery. Dr. Kim will be available for questions. Varicose veins and spider veins can be more than a cosmetic concern. They can lead to night cramps, leg swelling, itching, fatigue and even ulcers. An estimated one in 10 people has varicose veins. Most are women, particularly those who stand and sit for long periods of time, who have been pregnant, or who do anything else that places pressure on the veins and restricts blood flow. Seating is limited. To register for the community seminar, call 284-2878 or register online at www.sanramonmedctr.com. County Arts Commission needs art advocates Ahoy Matey! Lexie Burton, Brenna Deane, Michael Deane and Petey Burton enjoy their Weekly while on the Royal Polaris in San Diego in August 2008. Two vacancies currently exist on the Arts and Culture Commission of Contra Costa County (AC5) for the at-large and alternate seats. The AC5 Commission meets monthly in open session. AC5’s mission is to support artists and arts organizations in the County and to forge strong partnerships between the arts community and its various constituencies through its annual awards recognition event, public art activities, and educational programming. Candidates must reside in Contra Costa County. Applications are available on the Contra Costa County Web site, www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/; click on Board Advisory Body Information. Applicants will be interviewed by the Arts Commission, which will then make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for appointment. Applications must be postmarked by Oct. 1 to be considered. Corrections The Weekly desires to correct all significant errors. To request a correction, call the editor at (925) 837-8300 or e-mail: editor@DanvilleWeekly.com The Danville Weekly is published every Friday by Embarcadero Publishing Co., 117 Town & Country Drive, Suite D, Danville, CA 94526; (925) 837-8300. 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Page 4ÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊUÊDanville Weekly Newsfront SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF ALAMO ● BLACKHAWK ● DANVILLE ● DIABLO U.S.G.S. predicts Bay Area 6.7 quake within 30 years Earthquake specialist outlines potential for ‘Big One’ BY GEOFF GILLETTE As scientists learn more and more regarding the sheer number of faults buried deep in the ground in the San Ramon Valley, officials say the chances of a large scale quake striking sometime in the next several years continues to grow. U.S. Geological Survey Earthquake scientist Dr. David Schwarz addressed members of the Town Council on Tuesday about the issue of earthquake awareness and the need for the town and its residents to make adequate preparations. Schwarz, a Danville resident, gave the council a tour of the various large scale faults in the East Bay, which include the Hayward fault to the west, the Calaveras and Greenville fault lines to the east and the Concord/Green Valley faults to the north. Schwarz said the upcoming 20th anniversary of the Loma Prieta quake is a good time to revisit the dangers of earthquakes and remind people to safeguard themselves and their homes. DOLORES FOX CIARDELLI Students in Melinda Burgess’ second-grade class at Alamo Elementary School on Tuesday morning listen to President Obama talk about the importance of education. Obama speech spurs parent concerns District superintendent says banning speech is ‘inconceivable’ BY GEOFF GILLETTE Plans by President Barack Obama to address students across the nation Tuesday met with protest from parents across the country who said they were opposed to the president “pushing an agenda” with their children. The furor raised over the issue prompted action at both the local and the national level. In the San Ramon Valley Unified School District, some parents discussed the possibility of bringing their children to school late Tuesday in order to not be in the classroom during the president’s presentation. White House officials released a transcript of the speech over the Labor Day weekend in order to defuse accusations that the President would be politicizing a speech touted to be regarding education. Changes were also made to the Department of Education’s suggested activities after the speech was delivered. One such change was in a writing suggestion that had been offered. Instead of writing about things they could do to help the President, it was suggested that students write about what they can do to improve themselves. Locally, the concerns being raised prompted SRVUSD School Superintendent Steven Enoch to send out an e-mail Monday to parents in the district explaining that coverage of the speech was optional and he expected that some teachers would incorporate the presidential address into their classes and others would not. “To dictate that all classes watch would be inconsistent with how we deal with such unplanned events that periodically occur. Teachers are the ones who decide how to structure their instructional day,” Enoch wrote. “Likewise, the notion of banning this 15-20 minute talk from the President of the United States is inconceivable to me and I am disappointed that apparently a few school districts across the country have taken such action.” Across the district, the reaction varied from school to school, with some teachers streaming the video into their classrooms and others choosing not to air it. At the end of the day Tuesday, Enoch said he had not heard of any problems or issues in regards to the President’s speech. “We’ve had generally positive feedback,” he said. “The only thing I did hear was that a few schools had trouble downloading it.” Enoch explained that video feeds like the White House broadcast use up a lot of a school’s available bandwidth, making it difficult if not impossible for teachers to stream it. Enoch said he was surprised by the protests against airing the speech, especially after the transcript was posted online so that parents could see what would be said to their children. “I believe that most parents once they saw the content of the speech, did not have a problem with it,” he said. He added, “For me, anytime I can get a President, any President, to talk to students about the importance of education and of staying in school, I applaud that. And I appreciate it, because it’s the message we try to send every day.” N “Loma Prieta was a catalyst,” Schwarz stated. “It really changed the way we viewed earthquakes here in the Bay Area.” The Oct. 17, 1989, earthquake struck along the San Andreas fault near San Francisco generating a 6.9 magnitude seismic event. The quake claimed 63 lives, injured thousands more, and left from 3,000-8,000 people homeless. In 2003, the U.S.G.S. conducted a probability study for the Bay Area, which concluded that in the next 30 years there is a 67 percent chance of a magnitude 6.7 earthquake. Schwarz said if the parameters of that study were narrowed to just the East Bay, the probability would be 40 percent-50 percent. And if they were narrowed further to just the San Ramon Valley, the chance would be 15 percent-27 percent of a large scale quake. “It’s up to you to prepare for it,” said Schwarz. “The U.S.G.S. site has a lot of information but there See EARTHQUAKE on Page 8 Friends set up fund for Danville councilman Mike Shimansky faces a long recovery BY DOLORES FOX CIARDELLI Shimansky would never ask for Councilman Mike Shimansky’s donations but many of his friends condition is stable, say friends, but wanted to do something to help the bills are inevitably mounting. so they set up the account. David Miller, owner of Ultimate “Most of us can donate someSecurity, and Councilthing, but every one of woman Karen Stepper us can pray for Mike, have organized a support his family, the doctors fund for the family to and staff who are treathelp defray expenses. ing him,” said Miller. “So “To the many people many of us want to give Mike Shimansky has back to them in some touched and those who way, and this is somemay not even know him, thing we can do.” here is a way to say, Councilman Checks may be made ‘Thank You,’” said Miller Mike Shiman- payable to David Miller Shimansky and his wife sky was stricken or Karen Stepper (FBO) Sue were visiting their with bacterial Mike Shimansky and family in San Diego when meningitis in sent to: Mike was suddenly struck mid-August. Kevin Schwartz, Branch with bacterial meningitis, Manager; Wells Fargo on Aug. 17. The disease resulted Bank, 156 Diablo Road, Danville in complication including the am- 94526. putation of both of his legs below Besides being a councilman for the knee. He was kept in a drug- 20 years, Shimansky is extremely induced coma for a period of time. involved in the community as “Although he appears to be well as helping out at the state coming out of a coma state, Mike and national levels. faces a long recovery,” said Miller. Officials at the Town of Danville “Mike’s long stay in ICU and med- have said well wishers can direct ical costs beyond insurance cov- e-mails to shimansky@msn.com. erage are mounting, plus home Get well cards can be sent in accessibility, high tech mobility, care of the Town Offices, 510 and many more future costs re- La Gonda Way, Danville 94526. quired to accommodate him.” They will be forwarded to the Miller said that Mike and Sue Shimansky family. N Danville WeeklyÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊU Page 5 NEWS COURTESY SRV MUSEUM Museum gets a facelift Work began last week to spruce up the Museum of the San Ramon Valley, which is housed in Danville’s original train depot, thanks to the generosity of local Valley businesses. DeWayne Ryan of Danville Paint and Decorating worked with Benjamin Moore to get all of the custom-colored paint donated, and Roland Thom, owner of Varsity Painting, agreed to have his company do the painting at a reduced cost. The paint job will also help to preserve the old Southern Pacific train station. 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Members of the Contra Costa County Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCO) were set to meet Wednesday and examine a draft report outlining the current status of the Danville’s SOI and whether or not a change needs to occur. According to town reports, the draft Municipal Services Review was finished in late July and contained analysis of 10 of the 19 cities in Contra Costa County with an eye toward adjusting the SOI for those municipalities. Danville officials examined the report, available online at LAFCO’s Web site, www.contracostalafco.org/, and learned that it is recommending a contraction of the town’s SOI by 335 acres on the western boundary. The recommendation reflects the current layout of the county’s urban limit line and brings the SOI line into accordance with the limit line. At their Sept. 1 meeting, members of the Danville Town Council discussed the draft report and the recommendation to reduce the SOI. Town Chief of Planning Kevin Gailey presented the report to the council in order to get its input prior to a Sept. 9 LAFCO meeting. “That is the thrust of why this has been agendized tonight,” Gailey said. “Tonight is the council’s chance to comment on this and respond to LAFCO and its staff.” Council members expressed concerns about the recommendation on the western edge, but showed more trepidation in regards to the eastern border and what the future may hold for the Tassajara Valley. “I know the council is aware that the city of San Ramon has shown interest in adjusting their sphere in that area,” he said. “It’s important to note that the consultant does not make a recommendation for adjusting the eastern boundary of San Ramon, only suggests a contraction of the sphere on the west.” Developers are currently examining proposals for the New Farm development, a large scale mixed agricultural/residential development aimed at a 700-acre parcel of land near the eastern edge of Danville. Currently the area in question resides outside both Danville and San Ramon’s sphere of influence as well as the county’s urban limit line. Any change to either the town or city’s SOI in that regard could have an effect on how that land is developed and the traffic flow through the area. Staff’s recommendation to the See LAFCO on Page 8 NEWS ./2#!, Middle School opens new fitness center 7EIGHT,OSS#ENTER Three-year effort stems from state grant s!6ARIETYOF(EALTHY$IET0ROGRAMS s3TAFFEDBY0ROFESSIONAL$OCTORS.URSES s,UNCH%VENING3ATURDAY !PPOINTMENT!VAILABLE s.ON-EDICATION0ROGRAMS!VAILABLE s,ATEST&$!!PPROVED-EDICATIONS BY GEOFF GILLETTE Students and faculty at Charlotte Wood Middle School will be able to adopt a more fit lifestyle, with the opening Sept. 4 of a new fitness center at the school. Charlotte Wood Principal Sandra Budde presided over the ribbon-cutting, which featured District Superintendent Steven Enoch, as well as several members of the middle school staff. Budde said the impetus for the creation of the fitness center came in May 2007, when they realized that while Danville is a very sports-oriented area, not all of the students in the physical education courses were enthusiastic about a course curriculum of all team sports. “We noticed that when the students were out playing team sports that there was some dead time,” Budde said. “Some students were very reluctant to participate in the team sports.” Budde said the health benefits from regular exercise are many, including stress relief, discipline and adopting a healthy lifestyle. It was decided to try to branch out and offer more fitness oriented classes. At the time that they were coming to this conclusion Gov. Schwarzenegger announced an initiative where middle school physical education departments could receive funding to help create fitness programs. Charlotte Wood received $36,900 in funding, which it put toward the construction of a fitness center. However, issues cropped up which delayed the completion of the facility until this year. The main problem was that the site they had selected, a storage room off the gymnasium, could not be cheaply converted into a weight room. Budde said building codes required that the fitness facility have both air conditioning and a second exit, neither of which were in the existing store room. The solution came when a reconfiguration of the district’s technology resources opened up a room just off the school’s multi-purpose room, which was already set up with both air conditioning and an alternate exit. Crews were brought in, and it was determined that the work could be done. During the summer the project was completed, which led to Friday’s grand opening. “I wish I’d worn my shorts,” joked Superintendent Enoch. “I’d be in there right now.” P.E. teacher Scott Mendelssohn said with the center now open, the challenge will be in working out the After Lose weight...and keep it off! 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The children will not only get exercise during the martial arts class, but they will learn discipline, manners and respect for teachers, parents, friends and themselves. They will learn self-esteem by earning belt ranks. This helps them feel self-confident and develops a “Yes, I can!” attitude that will carry over into school, home and sports. curriculum to get the students in there. “We’re trying to incorporate that into our already established curriculum,” he said. “We’re going to be in there a lot and get as many kids through there as possible.” It won’t just benefit students, according to Budde. Plans are for the P.E. teachers to hold an in-service to instruct teachers in the proper use of the fitness equipment so that they can exercise before or after school. She added that future plans call for working out a supervised time for students to use the equipment after school hours as well. N We teach structure, discipline, martial arts and FUN! 925-867-3488 Ultimate Fitness Academy 3120-A Crow Canyon Road www.UltimateFitnessAcademy.net ‘Faz is a place you’ll keep going back to’ Jim Wood, SF Examiner ‘DAILY VALUE MEALS’ AT FAZ !"!%"$%#"!#$!"# %"#$"# !% $#'""#!!'!"# &"#!'%$%!! "#$"$!!$!" Lunch starting at $8 Dinner starting at $12 Children’s menu available 600 hartz avenue, danville • 925 838 1320 www.fazrestaurants.com • Catering 925 838 1320 Danville WeeklyÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊU Page 7 NEWS EARTHQUAKE Continued from Page 5 are other places with information as well.” He pointed to the East Bay Earthquake Alliance as one. He said its Web site, www.bayquakealliance. org, has a lot of good information on how to prepare for an earthquake. On Oct. 15, there will be a statewide disaster preparedness drill called the Great California Shakeout. “It’s basically a drop, duck and hold exercise,” Schwarz said. He said residents can get information on the Shakeout at www.shakeout.org. Danville Emergency Services Director Greg Gilbert said that the town is also a great resource for information on disaster preparedness. “We attack that on a number of fronts,” Gilbert stated. “Public education and public outreach is one. We need to make people aware of the hazards in the area and give them ways to help prepare themselves.” Gilbert said they work with the community in a variety of ways, including offering classes in disaster response. The Community Emergency Response Training (CERT) courses are held all throughout the year. They take residents through several levels of preparedness and teach the community to be able to provide solid assistance to first responders in a disaster. The next CERT class being offered by the town and the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is Sept. 10. Information on the class can be found on the SRVFPD Web site, www.firedepartment.org. Gilbert said initially though, the best thing residents can do to be prepared for a natural disaster is to have emergency kits where they are most needed, based on the individual’s lifestyle. “It’s not very good if you’re in your car and you’re stuck and all you’re eating is tic tacs,” he said. “If you’re at work a lot, or home a lot or in the car a lot you should have kits tailored to that.” N Diablo Behavioral Healthcare “We treat more than the tip of the iceberg” s!$($ s/#$ s"IPOLAR$ISORDERS s!NXIETY$ISORDERS s!UTISM!SPERGERS s%DUCATIONAL4ESTING #HILDs!DOLESCENTs!DULT Psychiatry 925.648.4800 4185 Blackhawk Plaza Circle Suite 210, Danville, CA 94506 Serving the Tri Valley for 20 Years www.behaviorquest.com Fair helps residents prepare for disaster While predicting an earthquake is a difficult prospect, preparing for one is not. This weekend, area residents will have the opportunity to learn more about earthquake preparedness and see what tools, plans and items they should have on hand in the event of a large scale natural disaster. The fourth annual San Ramon Emergency Preparedness Fair is set for 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 655 Old Orchard Road in Danville. The event will feature a number of educational booths and displays designed to promote awareness of disaster safety, as well as interactive exhibits that will demonstrate the realities of Statewide traffic deaths drop from 40 to 12 BY GEOFF GILLETTE Officials with the Avoid the 25 program have completed their Labor Day Enforcement action, and are reporting that area-wide the action was a success. Statistics released Tuesday by the California Highway Patrol show that a total of 472 individuals in the Bay Area were arrested for Driving Under the Influence of alcohol or drugs. CHP officers worked with police from a total of 125 agencies in conducting the enforcement action, which ran from Friday through Tuesday morning. During the same period in 2008, there were 466 arrests made. Officers set up checkpoints all throughout the area. In Contra Costa County, the 25 agencies that Continued from Page 6 s4ABLES s!CCESSORIES s#ANDLES s!RT s0OTTERY s#ABINETRY #!").%4$)30,!93&/23!,% Î{È£Ê>V >ÜÊ*>â>Ê ÀViÊUÊÓxÊÇÎÈnnää (by Restoration Hardware) ->ÌÊ£äÊÊÈÊ«]Ê-ÕÊ£ÓÊÊÈÊ« Page 8ÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊUÊDanville Weekly good family emergency exit plan. Pets are also covered at the fair, as there will be classes in providing first aid to animals, as well as the opportunity for pet owners to get their companions implanted with a microchip at a reduced cost. The first 100 residents at 9 a.m. and again at noon will receive a free 72-hour emergency kit. The fair is sponsored by the Town of Danville, city of San Ramon, San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District, San Ramon Valley Unified School District, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and San Ramon Regional Medical Center. For more information visit www. bereadysrv.org. —Geoff Gillette CHP reports rise in DUI arrests over Labor Day LAFCO STORE CLOSING BY 9/30 20% - 50% OFF EVERYTHING such an event. The Quake Cottage will simulate an 8.0 earthquake for small groups who venture inside. Other displays include fire safety, extinguisher safety and other hands-on views of how to deal with disasters and their aftermath. Parents are encouraged to bring carseats to be checked, have their children fingerprinted, and to have them take part in the “Hug a Fireman,” which teaches children not to hide during a fire. Attendees will learn how to set aside water both inside the home and out in the event that water service is cut off in a quake. They can also get information on what to pack in a survival kit, where to keep the kits, and how to make a Town Council was to approve accepting the draft report and direct the town to respond to LAFCO at its meeting. The message being delivered by the Town being that any adjustments on the east should not be undertaken without more analysis. Gailey said that an update of the Town’s general plan is in the works and that update could directly effect how LAFCO views that eastern edge. Both Danville and San Ramon will be updating their general plans in 2010. Council members agreed that the issue needs further review. “I think it’s something we need to examine, given the level of activity in the Tassajara Valley,” said Councilwoman Candace Andersen. “We need to keep our options open.” Mayor Newell Arnerich said that if the resolution were approved that he would be willing to attend the LAFCO meeting. “The inbound traffic that cuts through on Camino Tassajara is something we want to have a say made up the Avoid the 25 staged enforcement stops in El Cerrito, Pittsburg and Martinez. In addition, several saturation patrols and other enforcement activities were carried out over the long weekend. Locally, CHP reported only a small number of arrests. “We had a pretty quiet Labor Day weekend overall,” said Dublin CHP Officer Steve Creel. Creel said they saw only six arrests over the weekend. Contra Costa CHP Officer Tom Maguire said there were a total of 16 in its jurisdiction from 12:01 a.m. Friday to midnight Monday. Two of those arrests were the result of DUIrelated crashes. The DUI efforts are part of the larger “Over the limit, Under ar- rest” campaign, which seeks to remove impaired drivers from the roadway to reduce the number of alcohol related injury and fatality accidents that occur each year on Labor Day weekend. Statewide, police reported drops in both the numbers of arrests made and the number of alcohol related fatalities. Preliminary numbers show that in 2008, there were a total of 1,586 arrests, while in 2009 the number dropped to 1,417. In 2008, there were a total of 40 traffic deaths on California roadways over the long weekend. That number dropped to 12 in 2009. CHP officials did not say how many of those fatalities were the result of alcohol or drug use. N “The inbound west side as well. The town has granted an entitlement to the developers of the Elworthy property, a 459-acre parcel on the west side. Current plans call for development near San Ramon Valley Boulevard, with the western portion being left as open space as part of the East Bay Regional Park Trail system. Since the Town has the entitlement, and it has allowed a density transfer to allow the homes to be built near the roadway, Calabrigo said he has concerns about leaving some of the land outside Danville’s SOI. “The concern there would be is at some point in the future if the county or San Ramon would look at the possibility of throwing in on the part of the property not in our sphere they would get credit for those acres twice,” he explained. “We didn’t necessarily want to see that happen.” Calabrigo said he did not expect any action out of the LAFCO meeting Wednesday, as this would be its first formal meeting to discuss the Municipal Service Review. N traffic that cuts through on Camino Tassajara is something we want to have a say in.” Newell Arnerich, mayor of Danville in,” he stated. Arnerich added, “I think we still do not know what their (San Ramon’s) plan is or ultimately the county’s. Our best destiny that I can see is one we can control ourselves.” Council members unanimously approved the resolution. Arnerich, Town Manager Joe Calabrigo and a member of the Town staff will attend the Wednesday meeting. After the meeting, Calabrigo said that in addition to discussing the eastern boundary of the SOI, they would be addressing the report’s recommendation regarding the NEWS Recycled water is goal for EBMUD Greenbelts, parks in Danville already using recycled water BY GEOFF GILLETTE As the East Bay Municipal Utility District continues to look for ways to extend the thinning water supply, it is concentrating on the ability to use recycled water throughout the community. EBMUD Director John Coleman addressed members of the Danville Town Council at their Sept. 1 meeting and offered an update on the district’s recycled water program. “Recycled water is a safe, clean highly treated water supply that’s suitable for many purposes,” he stated. “Here in the East Bay, we use recycled water for irrigation and industrial services. It stretches our limited drinking water supplies and provides a drought-proof supply for irrigation purposes.” Coleman said that EBMUD began looking into recycled water in 1990. During the drought of the mid-’90s he said it became a part of the district’s long term strategy for diversifying its water usage during a drought. “We found as we looked into it that there were a number of uses that were perfectly suited to recycled water,” he explained. Currently, wastewater is put through a treatment plant and then put back out into the waterway. Coleman argued that instead of putting that secondary effluent back into the waterways, why not treat it and put it to an environmentally beneficial use. Some of those uses include watering golf course, greenbelts and parks, areas that stand to lose financially in a drought when water usage is restricted. “From an economic standpoint, on a golf course they are able to maintain their normal activities even though it’s a drought. That has an economic impact. They’re still bringing in golfers, it is still seeing use and making money,” he said. Currently, EBMUD is producing and using about 11 million gallons of recycled water per day. Coleman said two areas where it is being used currently are the Bridges Golf Course and the Chevron refinery. Danville is on a list of projects for recycled water through EBMUD. A multi-phased joint Ask for delivery! project between EBMUD and the Dublin San Ramon Services District is aimed at servicing Danville, Blackhawk, San Ramon and Dublin. The group, called DERWA (DSRSD-EBMUD-Recycled Water Authority), is currently in Phase 1 of the project. Phase 2 will bring recycled water to Crow Canyon Country Club and Canyon Lakes Golf Course, as well as the greenbelt near El Capitan. Phase 3 will bring the recycled water to a number of schools, including Creekside Elementary and Diablo Vista Middle School. “Our goal by 2040 is to increase our recycled water to 19 million gallons per day,” Coleman said. Infrastructure is slowly being put into place to move into the next phase of the project. Coleman said that they have constructed a recycled water tank in Alamo Creek. It is currently being used for storage of potable water but once lines are connected it can be switched over to recycled. DERWA also has a facility that can provide 5.7 million gallons per day. Coleman said that as they get more of the necessary pipeline and pumping facilities in place they will be able to get even more water out. “When complete, this irrigation focused water supply program will deliver an annual average of 2.4 million gallons per day to EBMUD customers who had relied on drinking water supplies to irrigate golf courses, parks, common area landscaping and office complexes,” he stated. At completion, they expect to have seven pumping stations, five storage tanks and 75 miles of transmission pipelines. Construction could start as soon as spring 2010. Coleman said EBMUD and DERWA will be working with the affected municipalities to minimize the impact of the construction work on the community. Coleman said that they are optimistic about the use of recycled water in the Danville area and he feels that moving in this direction is one that will ultimately yield solid benefits for the area. N Want to receive the Danville Weekly? Please fill out the online form at DanvilleWeekly.com/request Or give us a call at 837-8300 and say, “Mail me the Danville Weekly!” DIABLO VIEWS Cats and the people who love them H ow was your Labor Day weekend? East Bay activities included a Back to School Cat Show in Hayward sponsored by the Golden Gate Cat Club. This brought back memories from my childhood when we entered our cat Muffin into a show held by the Cat Fanciers Association at the Civic Auditorium in San Jose, where we lived. Funny how after all these years I still remember the name “Cat Fanciers.” I was about 9 years old when one night at the dinner table my father told us that the show was coming to town and suggested we enter Muffin in the household cat division. Muffin was a long-haired, gray-striped female whom we all adored. At least my mother, sister Diane and I adored her — my father seemed to like her just fine. But we were unanimous in thinking that Muffin would certainly win in her category and had a chance at being named best in show. The event included decorating the cage, which my sister and I did with great enthusiasm. Looking back I realize that I probably had greater enthusiasm, since Diane was 14. But she went along with it, and my mother bought cute red cloth with a pattern for a jazzy background to Muffin’s gray fluffiness. We spent the two days of the cat show at the Civic Auditorium looking at the other cats and telling interested parties about Muffin. The judging was especially exciting, watching as the panelists handed her along so each could feel her limbs, lift her up, pet her and peer into her big green eyes. She received a slew of ribbons although I can’t imagine now what they could have been for. I recall one nice woman judge adding a ribbon to the stack and saying, “And this is for having such a cute face.” Muffin was quite docile. When we brought her home from the show we set her up on the dining room hutch surrounded by her medals and she sat regally while we took a photograph. I came across it recently and was surprised to see that she just looked like an ordinary cat. Well, maybe an extremely pampered one. BY DOLORES FOX CIARDELLI In my adult life I’ve had a total of seven cats, usually two at a time, but Muffin is the one I remember most because I played with her throughout my childhood. On winter evenings I would try to lure her to dash by Diane’s room, first announcing: “You will now witness a speeding cat!” Then I would run by dangling something on a string for Muffin to follow in hot pursuit. Except sometimes she would lie down instead. In the summer she kept me company as I played in the back yard. Muffin was still around as Diane and I grew into adulthood. One time there was a mouse in our kitchen and my parents asked Diane’s fiancé George to help catch it. The mouse hid behind the refrigerator and ignored the broom George wielded in the tight spot. Finally he brought Muffin into the kitchen, closed the doors and pushed Muffin behind the refrigerator. His expectations were that she would catch the mouse and emerge with it and he would get rid of it. However, Muffin decided it was nap time; perhaps all the commotion exhausted her. She lay down behind the refrigerator and gazed up at George — the mouse found sanctuary on her back. I remember George muttering in disgust, “What kind of cat is this?” He still occasionally shakes his head over the incident. A few years later, my future husband Jim began to come around. I introduced him to Muffin and he was polite but obviously not smitten. He still remembers it and says that was the first time he came across the phenomenon of people treating a pet like a family member. Of course now it’s quite the norm. Muffin was an indoor-outdoor cat, entering the house by jumping on top of the water meter and pulling open an old-fashioned hanging screen to come in my parents’ bedroom window onto their nightstand. As she grew older she slowed down more and more and one day did not come home. We assume she went somewhere quiet to die, which is really a rather dignified and peaceful way to go. Next year the Back to School Cat Show will be held at the Solano County Fairgrounds in Vallejo. If you go, check out the household cats as well as the purebreds. And be sure to compliment them if the owners standing nearby are little girls. —Dolores Fox Ciardelli can be e-mailed at editor@DanvilleWeekly.com. w e N Summer Specials! All of our food is made from scratch, in our kitchen, daily . . . since1973 4 NEW GOURMET SANDWICHES 3 NEW KID’S LUNCH SPECIALS PLUS DELICIOUS SIDE SALADS ONLY $4.95 ea. ONLY $2.49 ea. ONLY $1.95 ea. 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Although the assault stunned people around the world, as evidenced by vigils held in other countries’ major cities, it was the United States that was attacked and its citizens who felt the blow. We were the ones traumatized by the loss of our Twin Towers and those unlucky enough to be in them that morning, and the hatred evidenced against us. The necessity for increased security has been new to us, also, although others countries had guarded against terrorism for a long time, with Israel being the most extreme example. We are still grappling with the best way to be safe and putting up with inconveniences in the process. With such vast borders and so many entry points by air, land and sea, it may take awhile to figure it out. The tragedy of Sept. 11 led to wars and alleged violations of civil liberties, but that’s a discussion for another time. After eight years we are beginning to gain some perspective on the attacks and analyze the events that followed them. But today let us commemorate the people who died, and those who are still suffering from the attacks. The Danville Remembrance Ceremony, sponsored by the Exchange Club of the San Ramon Valley, begins at 6 p.m. at Oak Hill Park on Stone Valley Road. The 45-minute program will include reporters’ stories of Ground Zero with Mark Curtis, Anchor, MarkCurtisMedia.com; Tori Campbell, KTVU Television News Anchor; and Lisa Vorderbrueggen, Contra Costa Times columnist. Hundreds of Scouts will take part with a flag salute and police and fire department color guards. Well done, Mr. Enoch F or those of us entrusting our students to the public school system, it’s good to know that a rational person is in charge. Superintendent Steve Enoch wrote a letter to parents about President Obama’s speech to students that was broadcast Tuesday to welcome them back to the new school year and to emphasize the importance of education. Enoch told parents that he finds it positive when a President, any President, talks directly to students about the importance of education. He said that when he heard about the speech he never imagined it would become a subject of debate. The district left it up to individual teachers whether or not to watch the speech with their classes and work it into their lessons. Enoch encouraged watching the speech, saying students need to be motivated to excel in the challenging world that awaits them. But, in keeping with the way the district deals with unplanned events, he did not dictate that teachers had to work it into their plans. Enoch said the idea of banning the speech was inconceivable to him, but he also noted that he respects a parent’s right to remove a child for part of the day if they are concerned about the speech. He also encouraged such parents to first read the text of the speech before making this decision. The superintendent’s respectful behavior sets a good example for all of us, mostly importantly our children. Page 10ÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊUÊDanville Weekly EDITORIALS, LETTERS, OPINIONS ABOUT ISSUES IN OUR COMMUNIT Y LETTERS Show honor to President Tragedy of Sept. 11 Dear Editor: I applaud Superintendent Steve Enoch’s reasoned and thoughtful letter sent to the valley’s parents regarding our President’s address to students on Sept. 8. Our country’s children need to hear from everyone – parents, coaches, teachers, pastors, elected leaders – about working hard, staying in school, setting goals and dreaming big. In the 1960 election, my husband’s parents, staunch Republicans, voted for Nixon. The day after JFK had won and the newspaper announcing the winner lay on the kitchen table, my then young husband voiced his displeasure with a “Boo.” My husband recalls being scolded like he had never before or after. His parents told him that showing disrespect to the President, the office and the election process was unpatriotic and un-American; President Kennedy would be shown the honor he deserves in their home even though they did not vote for him. Patriotism is loving your country even when you don’t get what you want. Michele Sbrana Danville Dear Editor: The tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001, is not a single event limited to that day. Thousands have been killed in Iraq and Afghanistan as result of it, as we allowed the Bush administration to attack the world in response to the actions of a handful of criminals. In wars that can win nothing, we are victims and all of us have died, if only in our humanity, since that day. We must re-set our reality in the world as a vengeful nation and unreliable business partner and work very hard to overcome that reputation. On a late May 1967 morning, just after midnight, two young soldiers died in Vietnam while I tried to comfort and save them. In a promise to one, I shall never repeat the Pledge to our Flag. Since 1967, I have stood at parade rest and silently said a prayer for all those that our wars have taken from us. In 2005, I stood at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., and said a long, heartfelt prayer for every person named on that wall including friends among them. That prayer is a sacred respect for what the flag means to each of us that served. We must focus on resolve and not war, strength and not violence, and humanity and not confrontation. Hal Bailey Alamo Simple proposals address healthcare Dear Editor: Several readers wrote in recent weeks in support of the healthcare “reform” proposals now being discussed in Washington, D.C., urging us all to get behind them. While most people would agree there are areas of our healthcare system that could be improved, how on earth do these supposedly intelligent people conclude that the only solution is to embrace the bloated, heavy-handed, and really expensive proposals now in Congress? For example, why don’t we just ease the requirements to qualify for Medicaid (an existing federal-state program that provides healthcare benefits to low income people) so some of the “uninsured” can get coverage, and why not do something about the current tort laws? (Ask your own favorite doctor how much she pays for liability insurance, and how many tests he orders “just to avoid the possibility of a future lawsuit?”) Don’t you think addressing these two points alone would (1) provide coverage to lots more people while (2) reducing the costs of care? Do any Weekly readers really think that the Congressional Budget Office projections of a $10 trillion dollar deficit over the next decade (more than that run up under all previous administrations from George Washington to George Bush combined) is “caring for our children and grandchildren?” If so, do you also still believe in the tooth fairy? Mike Heller Danville Healthcare status quo unacceptable Dear Editor: Thanks for your coverage of people protesting the proposed health legislation. They are clearly satisfied with their current health care, and don’t want any changes. Unfortunately, this is a very shortsighted view. They do not see that the current system is not viable. Health care costs are strangling our economy. Our business competitiveness, educational system and government services will continue to suffer unless this problem is addressed. Not only individuals, but every firm, school district and local government is struggling with the costs of health care. Eventually, everyone will be affected by higher costs and/ or reduced services that are not directly related to health care. Even the Republicans admit that the system must be changed. So, the question isn’t whether changes should be made, it is a question of how to make those changes. The protesters are missing the opportunity to shape that change and have their voices heard. The status quo is not an acceptable answer. No one wants to see their premiums given to insurance executives making $20-plus million a year. Ed Angle Danville Danville Weekly Serving the communities of Alamo, Blackhawk, Diablo and Danville PUBLISHER Gina Channell-Allen, Ext. 119 EDITORIAL Editor Dolores Fox Ciardelli, Ext. 229 Staff Reporter Geoff Gillette, Ext. 234 Editorial Assistant Joe Hantos, Ext. 221 Contributors Susan Astbury John A. 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Application to mail at periodicals postage rates is pending at Danville, CA. The Danville Weekly is mailed upon request to homes and apartments in Danville, Alamo, Blackhawk and Diablo. Community support of the Danville Weekly is welcomed and encouraged through memberships at levels of $5, $8 or $10 per month through automatic credit card charges. Print subscriptions are $60 per year or $100 for two years. Go to www.DanvilleWeekly.com to sign up and for more information. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Danville Weekly, 117 Town & Country Drive, Suite D, Danville, CA 94526. © 2009 by Embarcadero Media. All rights reserved. Reproduction without permission is strictly prohibited. READ MORE/COMMENT POLICE BULLETIN & LOG Daylight burglary nets jewels, car A Danville resident who left her home for a few hours returned to find that during her absence someone had entered her home and made off with several items, including one of her cars. Lt. Mark Williams said at 3:36 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 12, Danville Police patrol officers were dispatched to the 600 block of Logan Lane on a report of a residential burglary. On arrival they made contact with the homeowner who said she had returned home and entered the house only to discover that someone had been inside. She immediately left the house and called police. Officers searched the home but did not find anyone inside. Missing were items of jewelry, a computer monitor and a sports utility vehicle. A canvass of the neighborhood turned up the SUV a short time later, but did not locate any suspects, according to reports. The police report described the location as a secluded area, and no one has contacted police with any information regarding the incident. Anyone who may have seen something suspicious in the neighborhood on Aug. 12 is encouraged to contact the Danville Police Department at 314-3700. —Geoff Gillette POLICE REPORT The following information is provided by the Danville Police. Sunday, Aug. 30 ■ Auto burglary on Camino Tassajara and Sycamore Valley Rd. at 8:52 a.m. ■ Residential burglary on Windsor Ct. at 10:29 a.m. ■ Stolen vehicle on Camino Ramon at 5:42 p.m. ■ Assault with a deadly weapon on Camino Ramon at 5:51 p.m. ■ Residential burglary on Haskins Ranch Circle at 8:57 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31 ■ Stolen vehicle on Camino Ramon at 10:06 a.m. ■ Drugs violation on Contada Cr. and Ynez Circle at 5:49 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1 ■ Auto burglary on Mustang Dr. at 10:01 a.m. ■ Auto burglary on Mustang Dr. at 11:39 a.m. ■ Residential burglary at Via Cima Ct. at 3:47 p.m. ■ Vehicle traffic stop, arrest, on Diablo Rd. and Front St. at 11:40 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 2 ■ Drugs violation on Brookside Dr. and Sycamore Valley Rd. at 11:36 a.m. ■ Auto burglary on Mustang Dr. at 1:57 p.m. ■ Drunk in public, arrest, on Front St. at 8:30 p.m. Vehicle traffic stop, arrest, on Old Orchard Dr. and Tweed Dr. at 10:04 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 ■ Residential burglary on Dunhill Dr. at 12:53 p.m. ■ Misdemeanor hit-and-run on San Ramon Valley Blvd. at 2:54 p.m. ■ Warrant service, arrest, on Greenbrook Dr. at 6:20 p.m. ■ Outside assist, arrest, on Hartz Ave. at 9:35 p.m. Friday, Sept. 4 ■ Vehicle traffic stop, arrest, on Gold Hill and northbound I-680 at 1:19 a.m. ■ Suspicious subject stop, arrest, on Garden Creek Place at 11:04 a.m. ■ Grand theft on Garden Creek Place at 11:59 a.m. ■ Identity theft on Rainbow Circle at 12:53 p.m. ■ Battery on El Capitan Dr. at 4:13 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5 ■ Vehicle accident, major injuries, on Greenbrook Dr. and Sycamore Valley Rd. at 9:11 a.m. ■ Felony hit-and-run on Hartz Ave. at 4:48 p.m. ■ Misdemeanor DUI on Sycamore Valley Rd. at 6:48 p.m. ■ Misdemeanor hit-and-run on Fostoria Way at 6:53 p.m. ■ Grand theft on Contada Circle at 8:33 p.m. TownSquare Forum ■ S POLICE BULLETIN ¦ Community Pulse ‘...He knows how to make his case with carefully-reasoned storytelling and plaintive questions...’ ou omething to crow ab c"GE=E9<= 9EADQ,=;AH=K c&GN=DQ!9J<=F*9LAG c-=JNAF?#FKA<=9F<)ML c-MF<9QJMF;@ cA?-;J==F.0KAFGMJ&GMF?= >GJ-HGJLAF?N=FLK AFAF?b.9N=JF 9F;AF?b9FIM=LK 1=<<AF?K Down home cooking in a fun and comfortable atmosphere t! 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For Mark Kessler, the first-year head coach at San Ramon Valley, it’s time to take on the incredibly tough league with little time or luxury for a learning curve. “I think it goes without saying,” said Kessler about how tough the East Bay Athletic League is every year. “But that’s what makes it exciting and challenging.” The two prep powerhouses begin their 2009 seasons tonight, as Monte Vista travels to Union City to take on James Logan, with San Ramon Valley also on the road, making the trip over the Altamont Pass to meet Merrill West. Following is a preview of this year’s Monte Vista and San Ramon Valley football teams. MONTE VISTA MUSTANGS The Mustangs have been one of the top programs in Northern California for close to 30 years now and under Bergman’s guidance, the team is always among the top offensive units in Page 12ÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊUÊDanville Weekly California. Expect much of the same this year, as the keys to the offense rest in the hands of senior quarterback Brett Nottingham. Nottingham, who threw for over 3,000 yards last season and will head to UCLA next year, is the key for an offense which returns only three starters to a team that went 8-3, losing in the first round of the North Coast Section playoffs. “It’s like having another coach out there on the field,” Bergman said of Nottingham. Giving Nottingham a big boost in the backfield is returning 1,000 yard rusher Greg Johnson, as well as a young but talented group of receivers. In fact, Nottingham will have up to seven different guys to throw to this year, including three young but impressive sophomores. One sophomore — Dalas Bruce — is bringing out comparisons to former three-year Monte Vista star wide out Sam DeSa. A pair of juniors, Bryce McGovern and Dane Turner (the brother of former Monte Vista star Kale Turner), also have been looking very strong out wide. “I feel real comfortable with putting those guys out there,” said Bergman. “This is as deep as we’ve been at receiver in a long time.” No. 59 Sam Retherford and the San we re-load," says coach Mark Kessler But the big concern will be the offensive line where the Mustangs have all new faces replacing the talented lot that lined up last year and have now all graduated. In addition, Jacob Welter, a 6-foot-4, 270 pounder, who figures to key the line, has been injured. “He should be back by the first game,” said Bergman. “That kid is going to be a good player.” Zack Dreyer and Brandon Selbach also both figure to carry big roles for the Monte Vista offensive line this year. The line could get some help from Dave Wilkerson, the Cal-bound linebacker, who in addition to carrying the ball will spend some time at tight end as well. Joey Labarbera and Mike Sullas will also get key time at skill positions for Bergman’s offensive unit. On defense, the Mustangs return all three linebackers, with the trio among the elite in the area. Wilkerson, Labarbera and Sam Sherwood all are back to build the defense around. There could be a slight change, with Labarbera moving to safety and Ben Griffin moving into linebacker. Either way, the group figures to be the strength of the defense. “That’s a real good base to start with,” said Bergman. “I feel our linebackers can hold up with anyone.” The defensive backfield is an athletic group, with Turner at safety and McGovern and Bruce at corners. If Labarbera STORY ERHOUSES ction on the gridiron Football Schedules Varsity games begin at 7 p.m. Monte Vista High School Football Schedule Date Opponent Location Sept. 11 Logan Logan Sept. 18 Pittsburg Home Sept. 25 Heritage Home Oct. 2 Livermore Livermore Oct. 9 De La Salle Home Oct. 16 Amador Amador Oct. 23 Foothill Home Oct. 30 Granada Granada Nov. 6 Cal High Home Nov. 13 San Ramon San Ramon San Ramon Valley High School Football Schedule Date Opponent Location Sept. 11 West High Tracy West High Tracy 7:15 p.m. Sept. 18 Oakland Home Sept. 25 Concord Home Oct. 2 Cal High Cal High Oct. 9 Foothill Home Oct. 16 De La Salle De La Salle Oct. 23 Livermore Home Oct. 30 Amador Home Nov. 6 Granada Granada Nov. 13 Monte Vista Home CHRIS SCOTT/WWW.CALSPORTSPHOTO.COM Ramon Valley Wolves go through rushing and blocking drills. "We have a history of saying we don't rebuild at San Ramon, . indeed does move to safety, expect some fierce hitting coming out the backfield. The line, as is the case with the offensive group, is a work in progress. But if history is any indicator, expect players like Mac Murphy, Derek Pratuch and Dreyer to turn into one of the league’s best units. Mike Eidman will handle the punting and long field goal attempts, with Matt Brown also getting a lot of time at kicker. After three non-league games, the Mustangs will head into the very tough EBAL again. “Obviously De La Salle is De La Salle,” said Bergman. “But after that, it’s a toss up. You could beat anyone or you could lose to any other team. I think all the coaches do a real good job — everyone is going to be competitive. It’s going to be a lot of fun.” SAN RAMON VALLEY WOLVES On the surface, the deck certainly appears stacked against Kessler for his opening season running the San Ramon Valley program. Not hired until after spring football, Kessler takes over a team with only four returning starters from a 9-4 team, which picked up a couple of big wins against Monte Vista. But don’t make the mistake of counting a San Ramon football team out of the mix. Every time the Wolves have an empty cupboard, the team rallies together and gets it done. “We have a history of saying we don’t rebuild at San Ramon, we re-load,’’ said Kessler, who has been an assistant at San Ramon Valley since 2005. “We’ve been taking baby steps. It’s been tough installing a new system without being able to use the spring. That has set us back, but the kids are making progress.” The task of taking over as quarterback for Joe Southwick (currently at Boise State) falls to senior Chris Comes. The 6-foot-4, 225-pound senior has a great arm, but needs game time to complete the package. “He’s your prototype drop-back quarterback,” explained Kessler. “He’s going to be very good, he just needs some experience.’” Out wide, Justin Berger appears to be the top receiver at this point, but Dan Davis, Chris Brooks and Pat Brooks all figure to play big roles for the Wolves. In the backfield joining Comes will be running backs Garrett Robinson, Michael Summers, Brad Bowen and Nick Eckel, with Brandon Grinstead, Craig Massoni, Ben Teichman, Stephen Wells and Justin Romans all coming together to lead the offensive line. The tight end spot will fall on the big shoulders of Kyle Kragen, who also figures to be one of the top linebackers in the section. On defense, the Wolves will welcome back coordinator Mike Nelson into the mix, which means the Wolves will be getting after it again on the defensive side of the field. The 6-3, 218-pound Kragen should be a major force at linebacker. “He’s put together like a brick-house,” said Kessler. “He’s going to have a great season.” Ross Rudow returns at free safety to lead the defensive backfield along with Davis and Jordan Newell. Joining Kragen at linebacker will be Robinson and Kyle Egan, while the defensive line will consist of Grinstead, Brian Church, Teichman and John Sheperdson. The Wolves have had little time to come together as compared to the other programs in the EBAL, so Kessler is approaching the season with cautious optimism. “Our expectations are to finish plays, to play hard and take care of the basics,” said Kessler. “It’s not fair in our league to set wins and losses as the goals. We want to better ourselves week by week. In my time at San Ramon, when we have deficiencies, kids step in to fill those roles. We are looking for kids to step up and they are starting to do just that.” N Danville WeeklyÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊU Page 13 Transitions OBITUARIES Margaret Nervik Margaret Nervik, a resident of Danville, died Aug. 21 at the age of 88. She was born in Milwaukee, Wisc., on March 23, 1921. At the age of 2, she moved with her family to Piedmont, Calif. After graduating from Piedmont High School, and attending UC Berkeley, she worked as an administrative assistant for Kaiser Steel in Oakland and abroad for several years in Guam and Athens, Greece. She met Walter Nervik while working in the chemistry de- OBITUARIES ● BIRTHS partment at UC Berkeley in 1951. They married six months later and built a home in Danville where they raised two children. She was a homemaker, devoted to her family and friends. She loved to entertain, garden, sew and volunteer in the community. She enjoyed playing bridge, golfing, traveling, backpacking and learning anything new. She was a member of the Diablo Women’s Garden Club, Diablo Symphony League, Castlewood Country Club, and a board member at the Thrift Station. She was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Walt; and her brother Richard. She is survived by her son Richard and his wife Jo; daughter Barbara and her husband Ron; and four grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be held at San Damiano Retreat on Monday, Sept. 14. Donations can be made to Alzehimers Association, (www.alz.org) or Vitas Hospice, (www.vitas.com). Laurence D. Sherman Jr. Laurence D. Sherman Jr., a resident of Danville, died Aug. 17 at the age of 84. He was born Dec. 26, 1924, and raised in Piedmont, where he met his future wife, Delane. They later moved to Alamo to raise their family. After moving back to Oakland in 1970, they returned to the Danville area in 1984 to be close to their grandchildren and stayed for the next 25 years. He proudly served in the Marines 4th Division during World War II, where he fought battles in Saipan, Tinian and Iwo Jima. He was part owner of the L.D. Sherman Co., a wholesale stationery supply business. After retiring, he enjoyed keeping busy working parttime for his son’s business. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Delane; daughter Kate Sherman of Walnut Creek, daughter Diane Sherman and her husband Gary Stepp of Santa Cruz, son Dan Sherman and his wife Danni of Danville, and their three children. The family will hold a private gathering in celebration of his life. Donations may be made to a charity of choice. Edward Albert Mathias Edward Albert Mathias, a resident of Danville, died Aug. 19 at the age of 79. He was born Oct. 7, 1929, and raised in Pittsburgh, Pa., and is forever a Steelers fan. He served in the Navy in Korea as a medic. He worked in the steel industry and in 1969 moved his family to California, joined ARCO Vacuum Metals and later worked for Southwall Technologies. In retirement he enjoyed traveling and golfing with the Old Crows. He volunteered for the Senior Help Line and was a member of SIRS. He is survived by his wife Phyllis; his son Edward; daughter-in-law Barbara; daughter Leslie Kraintz; son-in-law John, Curt and Liane Moldenhauer, Brian and Lisa Highfill and 14 grandchildren. A memorial service was held Aug. 22. Donations can be made to Senior Helpline Services at 1035 A Carol Lane, Lafayette 94549. 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He was born Sept 24, 1926, in Rockford, Ill., to Lloyd and Leone Roush. He married Mary Lou Michael of Rockwell City, Iowa, in 1944. After serving in World War II in the Navy aboard the USS John D. Henley, he returned to the Midwest to begin a 45-year career in the grocery industry. He worked for Eagle Food Stores (a division of Lucky Stores Inc.) and rose to the position of president. In 1978, Lucky Stores brought him west to work in the corporate offices in Dublin where he retired in 1989 as senior vice president. He enjoyed playing golf, woodworking, gardening, making candy and giving numerous hours in various capacities to his church. He was preceded in death by his brother Robert and is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary; sister Shirley Jones (Donald); daughter Carol Combs (Edward); son Thomas Roush (Christine); eight grandchildren and 11 greatgrandchildren. A memorial service was held at the San Ramon Valley Methodist Church in Alamo on Aug. 24. Donations can be made in his name to the San Ramon Valley Methodist Church Memorial Fund or to the American Lung Association. Carl Robert Nelson Carl Robert Nelson, a resident of Danville, died Aug. 15 at the age of 71. Survivors include his sons Chuck and Rick, granddaughter Morgan Paige, and sister Carol. No services are being held. Glenn Alan Brunskill Glenn Alan Brunskill, a resident of Danville, died Aug. 25 at the age of 52. He was born April 21, 1957. An Alamo native, he graduated from San Ramon Valley High School in 1976. He was an avid outdoorsman with a passion for riding and repairing motorcycles and was highly respected as a mechanical wizard. He was a committed husband and father who considered it his greatest privilege to be a stay-at-home dad to help raise two beautiful daughters. He is survived by his wife, Gisela; daughters, Sarah and Jessica; three siblings, Arleen Baldwin of TwentyNine Palms, Lynda Speck of Eureka and Lee Brunskill of Concord; and his uncle, Kenneth Brunskill of Fremont; plus many other loving family members and longtime friends. A memorial service was held Sept. 2 at Wilson and Kratzer Funeral Home. Donations be made to the college funds of Sarah and Jessica: Wells Fargo Bank account number: 2170557496. Mary Camilla Corr Mary Camilla Corr, a resident of Alamo, died Aug. 24 at the age of 80. She was born in Oakland and graduated from St. Elizabeth’s High School and Providence College of Nursing, both in Oakland. Upon graduation she married Owen David Corr, also of Oakland. They had 40 beautiful years and six children together. During her marriage she enjoyed a nursing career, always found time to plant a bountiful vegetable garden, and sewed clothing for her children late into the night. She traveled the world, first with Owen and then with her children and relished stories and postcards from her well-traveled grandchildren. She attended daily Mass with friends at St. Isidore’s Parish. She also volunteered at the Thrift Station in Danville and was one of the shop’s best customers. She is survived by her six children and their spouses: Michael and Eva Corr, Nancy and Tom Brown, Matthew and Barbara Corr, Catherine and Bob Mainini, Monica and Jim Hauer, Julie and Chance Curtiss; and 14 grandchildren. A rosary and visitation was held at Hull’s Mortuary in Walnut Creek on Aug. 30. A Funeral Mass to celebrate her life was held Aug. 31 at St. Isidore’s. Calendar Art ART IN THE PARK From paintings and ceramics to photography and jewelry, Danville’s Art in the Park offers a rare opportunity to find one-of-a-kind works and will be open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 3-4, on Town Green in front of the library, 400 Front St., Danville. Proceeds help provide grants for elementary and middle school art programs in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District. This event is free. Visit www.ci.danville.ca.us. WINE TASTING AT KEVIN MILLIGAN GALLERY The Kevin Milligan Gallery is hosting a wine tasting from 5-8:30 p.m., Saturday Sept. 19 at 408 Hartz Ave., Danville. The acclaimed wine of Bennett Lane Winery will be featured. Enjoy Los Carneros Reserve 2007 Chardonnay. Taste 90 point rated 2005 Napa Valley Red Feasting Wine and Maximus 2007 White Feasting Wine. This event is free. Call 309-4648. Auditions VALLEY CONCERT CHORALE TO HOLD AUDITIONS FOR 2009-2010 SEASON The Chorale is seeking experienced singers with sight-reading skills who enjoy singing exciting and challenging music. The Chorale performs a wide variety of music ranging from classical to contemporary, to folk to jazz. Auditions for the 2009-2010 concert season will be on Monday, Sept. 14 and 21, by appointment, at the First Presbyterian Church of Livermore. The church is located at the corner of 4th and L streets. Call 462-4205. Author Visit ‘THE SLIPPERY YEAR: A MEDITATION ON HAPPILY EVER AFTER’ Melanie Gideon will be discussing and signing her new book, “The Slippery Year: A Meditation of Happily Ever After” at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 22 at Rakestraw Books, 522 Hartz Ave., Danville. The book chronicles a year in which she confronts both the fantasies of her receding youth and the realities of midlife with a husband, child and a dog. This event is free. Call 837-7337. DAVID SMALL IN CONVERSATION WITH JON AGEE David Small will be discussing and signing his new book, “Stitches: A Memoir,” at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24 at Rakestraw Books, 522 Hartz Ave., Danville. The prize-winning children’s author depicts a childhood from hell in this searing yet redemptive graphic memoir. This event is free. Call 837-7337. GIULIANO HAZAN TO DISCUSS, ‘GIULIANO HAZAN’S THIRTY MINUTE PASTA’ Giuliano Hazan will be discussing and signing his new book, “Giuliano Hazan’s Thirty Minute Pasta” at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19 at Mangia Mi, 406, Hartz Ave., Danville. Cost is $15, as part of this event we are working with WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OUR COMMUNIT Y ● POST CALENDAR ITEMS AT WWW.DANVILLEWEEKLY.COM Mangia Mi to create a special tasting menu of pasta dishes taken from Hazan’s book. Call 837-7337. Camps SRVHS DANCE CAMP This dance camp is for elementary and middle school dancers, from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19. Cost to raise money to send dance team to the Orange Bowl is $60 per dancer, includes three classes, a T-shirt, snacks and a performance at the end of the day in the theater. E-mail cmacphail@srvhs.org. Classes EMERITUS COLLEGE For the week beginning Sept. 14, these classes will be offered at 1250 Arroyo Way, Walnut Creek, unless otherwise noted: Monday, Sept. 14, 10-noon, “Writing Made Easy,” “Malaysia and Indonesia,” “Inside Islam: Shiías and Sunnis,” “Italian for Travelers,” “Turkey and the Ottoman Empire,” “Improve Your Balance,” “Beginning Spanish,” “Native American Women: Impact on Culture and History,” “Beginning Tai Chi Chuan,” “Continuing Tai Chi Chuan,” “Virtual Tour of San Francisco Bay,” “The Origins of Christian Art,” “World Religions,” “Stretch and Tone Your Body,” “Witches and Witchcraft,” “Ba Duan Jin,” “The Art of Byzantine Constantinople,” “History of San Francisco Jews,” “American Immigration Experience of Irish, Italians and Jews,” “The Tao of Civilization.” Visit www.dvc.edu/ emeritus or call 906-9105 to register or to obtain a free catalog of fall classes, trips and events. Clubs ALAMO WOMEN’S CLUB SEPTEMBER LUNCHEON Our first guest speaker will be Lorrie Sullenberger. Lorrie believes “Fit is Fab” and is on ABC’s “View From the Bay.” She is also on the Governor’s Council on Physical Fitness. On Wednesday, Sept. 23 at Alamo Women’s Club, 1401 Danville Blvd., Alamo. $20 with lunch. E-mail normascruggs@ yahoo.com. BUENA VISTA AUXILIARY OF ASSISTANCE LEAGUE Buena Vista Auxiliary of Assistance LeagueÆ of Diablo Valley is a nonprofit, volunteer organization that operates the Buena Vista Tutorial Program, an early-intervention literacy tutorial program. Its new member orientation is at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 2711 Buena Vista Ave., Walnut Creek. Visit www.diablovalley.assistanceleague.org DANVILLE-ALAMO AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN Danville-Alamo American Association of University Women membership brunch will be held from 9:30 a.m-noon, Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Crow Canyon Country Club, 711 Silver Lake Dr., Danville. Featured speaker is Diane Dwyer, weekend anchor, NBC Bay Area News, and winner of many awards. Call 287-1543. HEALTHCARE REFORM FORUM Speakers will include Ellen R. Shaffer, co-director of the Center for Policy Analysis; Karl Keener, a lawyer involved with volunteer community service; Linda Leu, of Health Access and Health Care for America Now. From 7-9 p.m., Monday, Sept. 21 at IBEW 595, 6250 Village Pkwy, Dublin. This event is free. Call 451-4303 or visit www.traivalleydems.com. IN THE SPOTLIGHT SAN RAMON VALLEY NEWCOMERS CLUB LUNCHEON The San Ramon Valley Newcomers Club invites new and established residents to their monthly luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 17 at Forbes Mill Restaurant, 200 Sycamore Valley Rd. West, Danville. Cost depends on menu choice. The speaker will be local author Mahbod Seraji. Call 560-0656. Concerts JAZZ AT SAN RAMON LIBRARY More Jazz at the Library, an annual series of popular Friday evening jazz concerts, is in its 14th year. All performances will be held at the Front Row Theater in San Ramon. Concerts start at 8 p.m. Tickets cost $21 per person, $16 for seniors and students, and can be purchased at the box office located at the Dougherty Valley Performing Arts Center, or online at www.SanRamonPerformingArts.com. Visit www.sanramonjazz.com or call 973-2850. Events FOURTH ANNUAL SAN RAMON VALLEY EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FAIR The San Ramon Valley Citizens Corp Council invites you to the fourth annual San Ramon Valley Emergency Preparedness Fair from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at LDS Church, 655 Old Orchard Rd., Danville. Experience the Quake Cottage simulating an 8.0 earthquake, practice safety, tour a fire truck and police car and much more. The first 100 people at 9 a.m. and noon will receive a free 72-hour emergency kit. Visit www. bereadysrv.org/. ALAMO MUSIC AND WINE FESTIVAL 27th annual Alamo Music and Wine Festival from 2 to 11 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Alamo Plaza. Activities include a rock climbing wall, bounce houses and carnival games and crafts. Dinner from Faz, Forli’s and Rotary BBQ will be available, along with a great wine and beer selection. CONTA COSTA GREEK FOOD & WINE FESTIVAL Come be Greek for a day. Taste wines from the Islands of Greece. Live music performed by Mediterranean Soul. Greek dancing, Greek pastries and Greek food. From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday, Sept. 11 through Sunday, Sept. 13 at St. Demetrios Church, 1955 Kriker Pass Rd., Concord. Admission is $5. Call 676-6967. CONTRA COSTA MASTER GARDENER GARDEN WALK 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12, six fabulous Halloween whimsy: Danville artist Ivy Wilcox created this design for Napa Valley’s Madonna Estate winery as a one-of-a-kind collectible HalloVine label. Wilcox, who specializes in whimsical Halloween and Christmas folk art, is organizing the second annual Tinsel and Treasures Art Show being held from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Alamo Women’s Club, with 14 others artists. The show will have hourlong make and take sessions, and a chance to purchase the signed original art of well-known folk artists Anna Corba and Dee Foust. Visit www.tinselandtreasures.com. home gardens in Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill and Martinez will showcase a variety of ideas including reducing lawn, bio-intensive gardening, bees, composting, and more. Master Gardners at each garden to answer questions. Cost is $15. For more information call 945-7738. CREEKSIDE ELEMENTARY FAMILY FUN FEST Come to Family Fun for a fun afternoon of pie throwing at the principal, jumpies, balloons, the Next Step Dance Studio, Games2U (including laser tag, hamster ball & guitar hero) and food by Fuddruckers. From 3-7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at 6011 Massara St., Danville. Entrance is free, tickets, food and games will be available for purchase. E-mail thecometfund@gmail.com or visit creeksidecometfund.org. HATS OFF AMERICA’S 17TH 10K/5K Join Sparky George, the Bear Flag Runner and a Vietnam-era Marine, at the 17th Hats Off America Red T-Shirt 10k Run/5k Run or Walk starting at 10 a.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at Sycamore Valley Park, 2101 Holbrook Dr., Danville. Entry fee is $35 per person. No entry fee for volunteers. Call 855-1950. LINCOLN AT 200 Danville Library and Museum of the San Ramon Valley present “Lincoln at 200 - In Fact Rather than Fiction” at 7 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24, at the Danville Community Center, Valley Oak Room, 420 Front St. Call 314-3400 or 837-3750. TINSEL AND TREASURES ART SHOW Second annual Tinsel and Treasures Art Show and Sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at Alamo Women’s Club, 1401 Danville Blvd., Alamo. Fifteen artisans will offer original, handmade vintage whimsies, Halloween and Christmas folk art, papier mache figurines, mixed media, paper arts and more. Admission is free. Call 451-7805. YAPPY HOUR EVENT AT ROSE GARDEN SHOPPING CENTER Pets and their people are invited to attend Yappy Hour, hosted by Dog Bone Alley from 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 16 at the Rose Garden Shopping Center, Danville. Treats, music, games, and drawings. There will also be opportunities to meet local businesses that support and offer services to the pet community. Proceeds benefit ARF. Call 552-0410 or e-mail info@ dogbonealley.com Danville WeeklyÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊU Page 15 CALENDAR Exhibits THE MUSEUM OF THE SAN RAMON VALLEY PRESENTS QUILTS! TRADITION WITH A TWIST This exhibit, presented in collaboration with the Quilter’s Inn, includes masterful works of art created by local quilters. Although there are traditional quilts on display, many use new creative techniques with artistic flare and diversity. Volunteers from the Diablo Valley Quilters’ Guild will be on hand to demonstrate a variety of skills on Saturdays, Aug. 15, Sept. 5 and Sept. 19. This exhibit runs through Sept. 27 at The Museum of the San Ramon Valley, 205 Railroad Ave., Danville. Call 837-3750. Film HEALTHCARE FOR ALL At 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19 at IBEW Hall, 625 Village Pkwy., Dublin, there will be a showing of the film “Sick Around the World.” This film demystifies single payer. Sue Bergman, from Healthcare For All will be speaking after the film. Call 462-3459. Fundraisers ALAMO WOMEN’S CLUB- PANCAKE BREAKFAST Gourmet Pancake Breakfast will benefit the Julie Hawkins Medical fund. Julie recently had a liver transplant and is recovering nicely. Her family has incurred staggering medical bills. From 8 a.m. to noon, Sunday, Sept. 20 at 1401 Danville Blvd., Alamo. BORGES RANCH BBQ AND AUCTION This fundraiser benefits George, a seven-year old German Sheperd mix who was battered, suffered a gun shot wound and then was left in the Martinez Shelter. Live music featuring Harry Liedstrand and the “Boys.” From 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19 at Old Borges Ranch, 1035 Castle Rock Rd., Walnut Creek. Tickets cost $25 for adults and $10 for kids. Call 943-5860. BRIDGE TO HOPE The Danvillebased Lazarex Cancer Foundation will host a day-long musical celebration, “Bridge to Hope,” to raise awareness and funds to continue its work of providing financial assitance for end stage cancer patients to defray the costs associated with participation in FDA- approved clinical trials. This fundraiser will take place from 11 a.m.to 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26 on the Great Meadow of Fort Mason Park. Call (310) 276-3063. CHARITY EVENT FOR GOLF FANS Make a contribution and enjoy a fun day at a private party at a Blackhawk home on the ninth hole of the Lakes Course during the LPGA on Saturday, Sept. 26, or Sunday, Sept. 27. Send a check for $75 to attend Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; or $50 for Sunday, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Make checks out to the charity of your choice: Blackhawk Women’s Charity Scholarship Fund, Wheelchair Foundation, Benicia Rotary, Benicia Chamber of Commerce or San Ramon Valley VFW Post 75 and mail to Steve, Julie and Marisa Moore, 571 Blackhawk Club Drive, Danville 94506. CITRO SALON FIGHTS HUMAN SLAVERY Make an appointment at Citro Salon, voted best salon of the East Bay 2009 and all stylists will donate 100% of their proceeds to Fair Trade Fund, producers of the film Call+Response, in an effort to bring to light the world’s 27 million most terrifying secrets. from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 27 at Citro Salon, 200 Hartz Ave., Danville. Call 855-9200 for appt. show. Youth ages 10-21 years old will perform dance numbers, play instruments, sing, perform comedy sketches and more. Semi-formal Ball to follow. Ladies please no pants or pantsuits, gentlemen, no jeans or T-shirts. Begins at 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 at Oakland Scottish Rite, 1547 Lakeside Dr., Oakland. This event is free. Call (510) 357-9252 or visit www.scottish-rite.org/bsoy/ talentShowFlyer.html. EAST BAY START! HEART WALK Take steps toward a healthier life for yourself and others. Join 4,000 participants at the Danville Start! Heart Walk, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 20 at the Danville Livery, 100 Sycamore Valley Rd., Danville. Raise funds and awareness to fight heart disease and stroke. Call (510) 904-4000 or visit www. eastbayheartwalk.org DANVILLE KIDZ READERS’ BOOK GROUP FOR KIDS IN GRADES 3-5 No homework, no writing, no kidding! Just for fun sharing ideas and thoughts about books. Books are chosen for content, excitement, adventure or mystery for exploring different genres in juvenile function. Starting at 4 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 16, Oct. 28 and Dec. 2 at Mt. Diablo room, Danville Library, 400 Front St., Danville. Registration begins Monday, Aug. 24, call 837-4889. KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT Join us for a relaxing day of golf and great food. Golf Package includes lunch, 18 holes of golf at the San Ramon Golf Club, golf cart, prizes, awards, wine tasting and BBQ Dinner. Not a golfer? Join us for the dinner auction. Proceeds benefit the Down Syndrome Connection of the Bay Area. From 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26 at San Ramon Golf Club, 9430 Firecrest Lane, San Ramon. Golf Package: $140 per person. Dinner Auction: $40 per person. Call 263-1776. SPECIAL SCREENING OF THE BIRDS WITH LUMINARY GUEST, MS TIPPI HEDREN This fundraising event, which will be held at 7 p.m., Sept. 18 at the historic Orinda Theatre, 4 Orinda Theater Square, Orinda. Proceeds will benefit the California Independent Film Festival and the Roar Foundation- Shambala Preserve (www.shambala.org). $15 for students, $20 general admission. For tickets call (925)277-1355. WELLNESS COMMUNITY GALA ‘AN EVENING OF GRATITUDE’ The Wellness Community provides support, education and hope for people with cancer, their caregivers, children and extended families. Evening includes cocktails and dinner. A silent and live auction will raise funds to support these ongoing programs. From 5:30 to 9 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26 at Diablo Country Club, One Clubhouse Rd., Diablo. Cost is $250 per ticket. Call 933-0107. Holiday JEWISH NEW YEAR Tri-Valley Cultural Jews Rosh Hashanah celebration, a kid-friendly non-religious program of readings and music for the Jewish new year. Bring canned or boxed food for the food bank and a lunch dish to share. From 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19 at Bothwell Center, 2466 8th St., Livermore. Cost is $10 for non-members ages 13 and up. Call 485-1049 or visit tri-valleyculturaljews.org. Kids and Teens BRIGHT SIDE OF YOUTH Come enjoy the talents of the Danville Job’s Daughters at the anual youth talent Page 16ÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊUÊDanville Weekly EVENTS AT THE LIBRARY Danville Library will host a children’s program which will include Timothy James, a comedy magician, at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 15; all at the Danville Library, 400 Front St. Call 837-4889. FOOTSTEPS SUPPORT GROUP Hospice of the East Bay will host a six-week support group for grieving children and their adult caregivers from 5:15-6:30 p.m., Tuesdays, Sept. 29-Nov. 3, at the Pleasant Hill location, 3470 Buskirk Ave. Pre-registration is required; call 887-5681. MOVIE NIGHT IN THE PARK Join the Y for Movie Night in the Park. From 7:30 to 10 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18 at Hap Magee Park, 1029 La Gonda Way, Danville. Information on the YMCA’s Adventure Guides program will also be available, along with juice, snacks and popcorn. Call 831-1100, or rsvp at mdrymca.org. YMCA MODEL COURT/LEGISLATURE PROGRAM FOR TEENS YMCA Youth & Gov’t program is open to 9-12 graders this year. Sign up for this energizing activity that will help students develop important skills. Opportunity goes through Sunday, Nov. 1. Call 475-6108 or visit www. calymca.org/mlc/ Lectures/ Workshops FALL VEGETABLE GARDEN So you want to grow garden fresh vegetables this fall? Hear from a Contra Costa County Certified Master Gardener on how to have fresh vegetables right into winter. From 6:30 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24 at Forest Home Farms, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon. Cost is $10. Call 973-3282. www. sanremonrecguide.com LOOK GOOD, FEEL BETTER American Cancer Society and San Ramon Regional Medical Center are sponsoring the “Look Good... Feel Better” program from 6-8 p.m., Mondays, Sept. 14 and Dec. 14, at San Ramon Regional Medical Center, West Day Room, South Building, 7777 Norris Canyon Rd. A staff of cosmetologists will work with patients to address the personal changes they are experiencing. These workshops are free, but reservations are required; call (800) 227-2345. SELF-STORAGE AND COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE BASICS Learn the fundamentals of commercial real estate and investing in self storage. SelfStorage is a low-risk, high cash flow real estate business. From 6:308:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 16 at Radisson Hotel Dublin-Pleasanton, 6680 Regional St., Dublin. This workshop is free, but registration is required. Call 230-2352 or visit selfstorage.eventbrite.com/ SOCIAL MEDIA WORKSHOP FOR WRITERS At the next meeting of the California Writers Club- Tri-Valley Branch, authors Lynn Hazen and Susan Taylor Brown will talk to writers about how to use social media such a blogs, Facebook, and Twitter to share and publicize their work. From 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19 at Oasis Grille, 780 Main St., Pleasanton. Cost is $21 for members and $27 for nonmembers. Call 455-1338. STAND! 17TH ANNUAL REBUILDING LIVES LUNCHEON Join us for an inspirational and uplifting celebration of survivors, advocates and the life-saving work of STAND! Against demostic violence. The keynote address will be given by Robin Givens. From noon-1:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 22 at the Concord Hilton. Cost is $100. Call 603-0138. WORKING THROUGH GRIEF AND LOSS Grief and loss are part of dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Join us as we explore this topic with discussion and experiential exercises for both patients and caregivers. Facilitated by Radhe Lesney, MFT, a breast cancer survivor. From 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 16 at The Wellness Community, 3276 McNutt Ave., Walnut Creek. This workshop is free. Call 933-0107. Literary Events ABRAHAM LINCOLN AT 200 - IN FACT RATHER THAN FICTION Fact is separated from fiction in this fascinating Lincoln presentation by Dr. Gerald S. Henig, author and Professor Emeritus at Cal State - East Bay. From 7-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 24 at Valley Oak Room, Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville. Find out about the national Lincoln traveling exhibit coming to Danville in 2010 to celebrate the Lincoln Bicentennial. This event is free. Call 837-4889. AUTHOR JANIS BELL TO SPEAK The Mt. Diablo Branch, California Writers Club, hosts teacher and author Janis Bell from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12, at Zio Fraedo’s Restaurant, 611 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill. Bell’s book, Clean, Well-Lighted Sentences, solves common grammar and usage issues. She plans a lively dialogue to answer audience questions. Cost is $20 for members and $25 for nonmembers. Call 376-3631. On Stage ROLE PLAYERS PRESENTS ‘SPEEDTHE-PLOW’ “Art Verus Money” is the question posed in this hard-hitting drama, which dissects the ruthless nature of Hollywood and the movie industry. Words are weapons and power the prize in Role Players 2009 Black Box production of plays produced in intimate settings with minimal staging. Begins at 8 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18, Saturday, Sept. 19, Friday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, Sept. 25 at Diablo Actors Ensemble Theatre, 1345 Locust St., Walnut Creek. Cost is $12 at the door. Call 820-1278 or visit www.danvilletheatre.com. Political Notes BLACKHAWK REPUBLICAN WOMEN LUNCHEON MEETING From 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 15 at Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr., Danville, former White House Social Secretary under President George H. W. Bush, Laurie Firestone, will speak on “White House Social Secrets.” Come hear about what goes on behind the scenes at a State Dinner for people like the Queen of England at the White House. R.S.V.P. by noon, Friday, Sept. 11. Cost is $25. Call 820-6452 or visit www.blackhawkrwf.com. Spiritual MARRIED COUPLES RETREAT MARRIAGE AS PARTNERSHIP From Friday, Sept. 18 to Sunday, Sept. 20 at San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Dr., Danville, we will enter into the journey of how two ìmeísî can become even more a “we” - presentations, discussion, prayer & more. Presented by Richard & Karla Obernesser and Fr. Rusty Shaughnessy, Registration is from 4ñ 6:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 18. Cost is $300 per couple. Call 837-9141 ext. 315 or visit www. sandamiano.org. Sports LPGA GOLF TOURNAMENT The CVS/Pharmacy LPGA Golf Challenge will be held ThursdaySunday, Sept. 24-27, at the Blackhawk Country Club, 599 Blackhawk Club Dr., Danville. Tickets are $25, $50, $100 and $200. Call 725-0148 or visit www. cvslpga.com. YMCA SPORTS Registration for YMCA Tee Ball, Soccer, TouchRugby, Flag-Football, and Basketball leagues are now open. Space is limited. Register online at mdrymca.org or call 831-1100. Volunteering AMERICAN RED CROSS PUBLIC BLOOD DRIVE The Red Cross is holding a blood drive at Bishop Ranch, 2682 Camino Ramon, San Ramon, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 15. All presenting donors will receive a coupon for a free appetizer at Mimi’s Cafe. Call 800-GIVELIFE (800-448-3543) or go to HelpSaveALife.org/NC (Sponsor Code: RANCH) to schedule an appointment. Sports Parent photographers Send a jpeg to Editor@DanvilleWeekly.com of the best action shot from your child’s game for consideration for our Sports page. Remember to include caption information: who, what, when, where—and the score. Danville to recognize two Little League State Champion teams Mustang Celtic cruise to victory The U15 Mustang Celtic is the newly crowned Santa Cruz Breakers Cup 2009 Champions. During the fourgame tournament the Celtic defense held its opponents to only one goal scored. In the opening game the boys defeated Ballistic Premier 1-0 with the lone goal coming from Jeffrey Pereria. Game 2 vs. PAC Cosmos ended in a convincing 4-0 win for Celtic. On Sunday, Celtic opened with a 2-0 win over TVSC Real earning it the berth in the championship game against the Santa Cruz Breakers. In a fast paced and physical game, the SCC Breakers jumped out to a 1-0 lead on Celtic, only to have the game tied by Mason Melin, and the winning goal coming in the second half off the foot of Christian Clark. The Mustang Celtic defense was anchored by John Marcinkowski, Trevor Long, and Peter Schoemann in goal. Team members are (back row, l-r) Coach Hugh Kinnear, Carter Zetterquist, Evan Enzmann, Mason Melin, Peter Schoemann, John Marcinkowski, Jianni Giusti, Josh Eusebio, (front) Alex Sommer, Cristian Antezana, Matt Maul, Trevor Long, Mitchell Peterson, Alex Maestre, Christian Clark and Jeff Pereira. Take a second look at the Blast The U-16 Girls Blast from the Mustang Soccer League repeated as champions in the Castro Valley First Look Tournament the weekend of Aug. 22. The Blast scored six goals and recorded three shut-outs on their way to winning the U-16 bracket for the second year in a row. Team members are Coach Steve Doerr, Kelly Sullivan, Mikaela Hammitt, Emily Moore, Sammi Kruger, Samara Batoog, Coach Dave Sandusky, Scooter Doerr, Alexa Engelhart, Angelyn Brown, Morgan Ramos, Kayleigh Hunt, Audrey Madsen, Rachel Call, Kiahna Uejo, Brooke Varien, Catherine Sandusky and Nora Consani. The Danville Town Council plans to recognize the 9/10-year-old and the 10/11-year-old players and their coaches from the 2009 Danville Little League All-Star teams at the Town Council meeting Tuesday, Sept. 15. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m., at the Town Meeting Hall, 201 Front Street. The Town will present each team member with a proclamation. These two teams accomplished something that had only been done once before, more than 20 years ago, by winning the Northern California State Championship for their respective age groups. The only other Danville team ever to accomplish this was the 1985 11/12year-old team. To put the feat in perspective: Both teams finished first out of more than 470 Little Leagues or approximately 6,500 players in their age group in Northern California. “The Danville families, coaches and league management are all immensely proud of these fine young players,” Danville LL President Bill Erickson said. “For Danville to place first out of 470-plus Little Leagues from all over Northern California is remarkable to say the least, but to have done it at two of the three Little League tournament-age levels in the same year is amazing in the fullest sense of the word.” “We’re immensely proud of each of these boys and their tremendous coaches,” he added. The Danville 10/11-year-old team consisted of Brian Barcellona, Conor Maloney, Joey Spears, Nick Moroney, Riley Moore, Joe Vranesh, Clayton Tennant, Ryan Murphy, Joey Matulovich, Jake Hughes, Jake Lloyd, Greg Polosky, Manager Brent Hughes, Coach John Spears and Coach Mike Lloyd. The Danville 9/10-year-old team consisted of Nick Venezia, Nolan Bartnick, Ryan Bowman, Nathan Roberto, Mason Banks, Jared Dawson, Darroch Koel, Chris Lonestar, Cole deFlores, Jack Morgan, Kyle Batza, Ryan Mladinich, Manager Mark Dawson and Coach Brent Bowman. Both teams had to win their district tournament and section tournament to advance to the State tournament. The State Championship is as far as Little League All-Star teams can go at these age groups. The 11/12-year-old teams go on to West Regional in San Bernardino and then the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Pa., which just finished. N PREP SCHEDULE Friday, Sept. 11 WOMEN’S GOLF FOOTBALL ■ San Ramon Valley at West-Tracy, 7:15 p.m. ■ Monte Vista at Logan, 7 p.m. ■ WOMEN’S TENNIS ■ Monte Vista at Fresno Tournament San Ramon Valley at Girls Fall Class, noon Tuesday, Sept. 15 WOMEN’S WATER POLO ■ ■ San Ramon Valley vs. Northgate Monte Vista at Amador, 4 p.m. MEN’S WATER POLO San Ramon Valley Vs. Livermore, 6 p.m. ■ Monte Vista vs. Foothill, 6 p.m. ■ WOMEN’S WATER POLO ■ ■ San Ramon Valley at Livermore Monte Vista vs. Foothil, 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 WOMEN’S GOLF WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL CROSS COUNTRY ■ San Ramon Valley vs. Cal High, 3:30 p.m. ■ Monte Vista at Livermore, 3:30 p.m. WOMEN’S GOLF San Ramon Valley at Ed Sias Invite, 8 a.m. ■ Monte Vista at Ed Sias Invite, 8 a.m. ■ MEN’S WATER POLO ■ Monte Vista at Schmitt Tournament WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL ■ San Ramon Valley at Deer Valley Monday, Sept. 14 MEN’S WATER POLO ■ Monte Vista at Amador, 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17 WOMEN’S TENNIS San Ramon Valley at Carondelet, 4 p.m. ■ Monte Vista at Amador ■ San Ramon Valley vs. Acalanes, 6 p.m. ■ Monte Vista vs. Carondelet, 3:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 18 FOOTBALL San Ramon Valley vs. Oakland, 7 p.m. ■ Monte Vista vs. Pittsburg, 7 p.m. ■ JOE CHRISTIANSON Danville man completes Ironman Danville resident Kevin Bruns, 18, completed the Vineman Ironman race in Sonoma County on Aug. 24 as the youngest participant with a time of 15:35:40. The triathlon race of biking, running and swimming covered 140.6 miles. Danville WeeklyÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊU Page 17 Living PEOPLE AND LIFEST YLES IN OUR COMMUNIT Y Mothers of invention Danville moms saw a need and filled it BY DOLORES FOX CIARDELLI M ichele Wong didn’t like the mess when Courtney, 3, maneuvered her veggies around her plate with an unsteady spoon — all the way to the edge and down to the floor. Meanwhile Paige Akabane saw her little guy, Kai, becoming frustrated because he wasn’t as adept at using silverware as his older sister. “I was at Michele’s having coffee and we said, ‘There’s got to be something out there to help,’” Akabane recalled last week. The Danville moms searched stores, catalogues and Web sites to no avail. Clearly they had to invent something themselves. And they did: My Plate-Mate, a plastic spill guard that fits onto any regular 8 to 9-1/2-inch plate, designed for children 2 and older. The timing was perfect. Akabane was just phasing out of work to raise her children after years with a bio tech company in Palo Alto. Wong had already left the workforce to raise her three children but her youngest was becoming more independent. “Paige is an entrepreneurial spirit at heart, and we were both ready to talk about other things we could do,” said Wong. “We wrote down the features we wanted and started looking for a design engineer,” recalled Akabane. “We knew nothing about plastics. We just started calling,” said Wong. “We had to play with materials. We needed something flexible but with a memory to keep its shape.” “We knew nothing about anything,” Akabane added with a laugh. They plunged into the maledominated world of engineers, patent attorneys, designers and bankers, bringing along their toddlers with toys and DVDs to occupy them in a corner as their mommies were in a meeting. They interviewed only those in the Bay Area they could visit and still be back in time for carpools for their older children. “We had to learn something brand new in every part of the process,” Akabane said. My Plate-Mate was launched in spring 2008. It looks like a large head band and is curved so the food falls back onto the spoon or fork rather than over the side. It comes in white, pink and blue. Nothing stains it, including tomato sauce; it contains no lead, PA, PVC or phthalates and is FDA-approved; it is made in the United States; and the packing is “green.” Acceptance was immediate, and product awards began to pour in. PHOTOS COURTESY MY PLATE-MATE Michele Wong (left) and Paige Akabane created My Plate-Mate, a cute plastic spill guard that fits on any standard plate to make eating easier for toddlers. James Lyon, 4, is proud to be able to eat neatly, thanks to his My Plate-Mate. Within five months, the Today show flew Akabane and Wong to New York for a segment on its “big idea” feature. They also appeared on NBC. “What is also instrumental to us in the social media,” said Wong. “So many blogs embraced us, close to 100.” Page 18ÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊUÊDanville Weekly They created an adult version of My Plate-Mate for 8-11-inch plates in muted colors for the elderly or those with special needs. After appearances on television they see a big spike in the eldercare sales, they said, and occupational therapists recommend it. “We got lots of calls from the generation that doesn’t go online,” said Akabane. “They will say, ‘My husband just had a stroke.’” One great thing about My PlateMate is its portability, noted the women, which makes it perfect for restaurants or grandma’s house. The initial order was for 1,500, which they funded themselves. Now they order 3,000-5,000 at a time, have recouped their investment, and have a line of credit in case they need to finance a huge order. They said they have learned how important their multi-tasking skills are as they created and launched their product while raising their families. And they feel they are being good role models for their children. “The kids are really excited about the experience,” said Akabane. “They got to see an idea come to fruition. We were in Hawaii and my son saw it for sale and said, ‘That’s cool.’” My Plate-Mate received the Mom’s Best Award for spring 2009, and its Web site, www.myplate-mate.com, lists dozens of other recognitions. It is sold at stores throughout the country and the Bay Area although only locally at Bella Maison Boutique in Alamo as well as on their Web site. The suggested retail price is $6.50, but it costs $7.50 online, and $10 for the larger adult version. “We don’t want to compete with our retailers,” explained Wong. My Plate-Guard is already available in Canada, Australia and the U.K., plus the women have new partners in Benelux. Also they just found a new distributor to help the product enter more markets. Akabane and Wong named their product development company Hatch, and hope My Plate-Mate will be just the first of quality goods that focus on independence. “Michele and I wanted a name that embraced everything we are — moms first but also that we come from a workaday world,” said Akabane. “Now that our kids are in school, we have time to focus on another ‘child.’ Hatch: from conception to invention.” For now, however, the focus is on my Plate-Mate. “We’re having fun with other ideas,” Akabane added, “but this one is still in its infancy.” N LIVING S e a r c h a c o m p l e t e R e s t a u r a n t L i s t i n g o n D a n v i l l e We e k l y. c o m OF NOTE AMERICAN Bridges Restaurant & Bar 44 Church Street, Danville, (925) 820-7200. Lunch Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Dinner nightly. 3 Course Dinner SundayWednesday nights $27. Happy Hour Monday-Friday 5:00 p.m.-close. Patio and Bar Only. $6 Small Plates, $5 Martini/Wine Selections. Monthly $6 Blue Plate Special during Happy Hour. Live Entertainment on Patio ThursdaySaturday evenings. Sign up for Bridges VIP program and get a complimentary entree by texting Bridges at 65374 to join. www.bridgesdanville.com PIZZA Amici’s East Coast Pizzeria 720 Camino Ramon, (in the Rose Garden), Danville, 925-837-9800. Amici’s offers authentic, thin, crispcrust Pizza and a casual Italian menu of freshly made Pastas and Salads, all available for takeout and delivery as well as dine-in at this new Danville location. Check out the menu or order online at www.amicis.com WINE - RETAIL/TASTING The Vine at Bridges 480 Hartz Avenue, Downtown Danville. 820-7210. Wine Shop open Tuesday-Sunday. Wine Bar open every evening with the exception of Sunday. New Happy Hour from 5-7 p.m. Monday-Friday. Happy Hour includes 2 different tastes for only $10, $6 pizzettas, $3 beers and $1 olives. Live music Wednesday-Saturday. Thursday night winemaker tastings. 10/6 - Wine Club Pick Up Party 5-7p.m. Join one of our two great wine clubs and come in and taste the wines that are part of the club. For more information about events please visit www.thevineatbridges.com 30 BEERS ON TAP Come visit Danville’s newest addition The Vine Wine Bar & Wine Shop Wine Club Pick Up Party Tue, October 6, 5pm – 7pm Join one of our two great wine clubs and come in and taste the wines that are part of the club. 480 Hartz Avenue Downtown Danville 925.820.7210 www.thevineatbridges.com To advertise your restaurant, bar or club Call 837-8300 Patio Now Open! Most Menu Items Under $10 Join us for the "Beer Drinker Bailout Hour!" $1.50 Off ALL Beers! Sun-Thurs 4pm to 5pm Brewery Night Tuesdays See our website for details SAN RAMON (925) 277-9600 470 Market Place (across from Nob Hill Foods) www.hopyard.com U.S. Marine Corps Pvt. Christopher Bogart Pvt. Christopher Bogart of Danville graduated from U.S. Marine Corps boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S.C., on July 10. Bogart graduated from San Ramon Valley High School in 2005 and attended Santa Barbara City College and Austin City College in Austin, Texas. He is the son of Bruce and Marilyn Bogart of Danville. Pvt. Bogart is currently in training at the School of Infantry at Camp Lejeune, N.C. Upon graduation in October, he will be posted to the Weapons Company at Camp Mayberry in Austin, Texas, while he continues with his college education. NEW SERVICES! *Secure Document Shredding *Appliance Recycling *Hauling & Garage Clean-Out *Fluorescent Bulb Recycling *Call for details *Fees Apply Danville WeeklyÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊU Page 19 LIVING PRESENTING THE PAST BY BEVERLY LANE Eucalyptus trees all over the Valley, Part 2 I n her “Rambling Reminiscences” history, Charlotte Wood wrote that, around 1880, her father Charles brought home eucalyptus seedlings. “Father, greatly interested in the upbuilding and improvement of the country, invested in several boxes of the attractive little trees,” she wrote. “Each crate, or box, contained 100 thrifty-looking little blue plants six or eight inches high. Being very hardy, they were put in odd spots not suitable for grain culture and as one can see today (1951), they made rapid growth for they now are mammoth trees.” Some of these trees can still be seen along Camino Tassajara near the Wood Ranch housing development. Just off Diablo Road by the Diablo Country Club entrance, it is easy to see the eucalyptus trees that owners of Oakwood Park Farm planted next to their race track around 1895. At one time the trees framed the entire track and many are still there, gently curved in an oval. Alamo resident Claudia Nemir recalled that her grandfather Claude Glass said he planted many eucalyptus along today’s San Ramon Valley Boulevard in San Ramon. He worked for the county roads department in the early 20th century. These trees helped drivers see the edge of the road during foggy days and nights and provided windbreaks. Some of those ancient trees have been severely trimmed and form our own ARCHIVES OF THE MUSEUM OF THE SAN RAMON VALLEY This photograph from the 1930s shows the Elworthy and Baldwin houses with rows of gum trees. “Appian Way” between I-680 and the boulevard. East of the row of trees Glass planted was Bishop Ranch’s landing field. During our agricultural heydays when fruit and walnut orchards covered the Valley floor, crop dusters used this landing field. Another location in San Ramon is marked by mature eucalyptus trees, next to Deerwood Road. These trees mark part of San Ramon’s original village. Deerwood was formerly called Old Crow Canyon Road and led to Haywards from old San Ramon. Aerial photographs from the ‘50s show the trees looming over the landscape. In Danville, the hill between Sycamore Valley Road and Camino Tassajara around Old Orchard Road was called Gum Tree Hill because of its prominent eucalyptus groves. Pioneer John Chrisman owned this property in the 1880s. An occasional tree remains. In the Oakland-Berkeley hills huge eucalyptus plantations replaced grasslands during the early 20th century, a project of entrepreneur Frank Havens. He hired men to plant millions of seedlings, expecting to make a fortune from the wood. According to writer Bill O’Brien, not until 1914 did Havens discover that “only the largest blue gums were suitable for commercial purposes, and even these needed special handling.” Author Robert Santos pointed out a major criticism of eucalyptus — their role in California fires. “Winter freezes compound the fire problem by killing back trees that then drop the dead wood and foliage to the grove floor ... The fires in the East Bay hills of 1923, 1973, and 1991 were preceded by a freeze. Very few eucalyptus actually die from frost because their root systems are unaffected. They merely shed the frost-burned foliage and wood, and re-sprout. But the amount of litter dropped to the ground is enormous.” Today monarch butterflies enjoy the eucalyptus stands at Ardenwood Regional Park and some native birds have accommodated to the trees. One modern use of eucs as biomass generates electricity. But dense plantations create a monoculture, and un-managed groves shred copious amounts of bark and leaves, providing a perfect milieu for wildfires. California’s “wonder tree,” which so excited people in historical times, is now an integral part of our landscape, for better or worse. Sources: Bill O’Brien, the Ubiquitous Eucalyptus (Bay Nature magazine, Sept. 2005), Robert L. Santos, The Eucalyptus of California; Charlotte Wood Rambling Reminiscences of The Charles Wood Family and Their “Woodside Farm” Home; museum archives Beverly Lane is curator of the Museum of the San Ramon Valley and co-author of “San Ramon Valley: Alamo, Danville, and San Ramon” and “Vintage Danville: 150 Years of Memories.” OF NOTE EPICURE BY JACQUI LOVE MARSHALL Creating eggs-ceptional omelets omelets are endless. Create omelets with your own combos or consider some of these tasty filling variations: E cheese ■ Sautéed mushrooms, chopped fresh spinach, grated Swiss cheese ■ Cooked/sliced asparagus, aged white cheddar cheese ■ Sautéed onions, potatoes, peppers and sausage ■ Crab meat, asparagus, tarragon ■ Feta cheese, scallions ■ Deli ham, shredded cheddar ■ Avocado, pine nuts, yogurt ■ Brie, bacon, green grapes ■ Marmalade, cream cheese, scallions ■ Green chilies, chopped tomatoes, shredded Monterey Jack cheese ■ Flaked salmon, chopped dill, green onions, Brie cheese ■ Chopped vegetables, grated Gruyere cheese ■ Sauteed zucchini and onions, grated Parmesan and Mozzarella cheeses ■ Sauteed garlic, onions and shrimp ■ Pepperoni, peppers, onions, grated Mozzarella cheese ■ Steamed broccoli florets, sliced strawberries ■ Sauteed peaches, ricotta cheese ■ Assorted fruit, sour cream, vanilla ■ Anything in your refrigerator! very good cook should aim to master the basic art of omeletmaking. And late summer to early fall is an ideal time to make and enjoy omelets — for breakfast, lunch or dinner — because of the abundance of fresh vegetables and herbs to use in them. They are also great for recycling small leftover portions of vegetables, cheeses, etc., as fillings. Omelets are simple dishes but require some care in preparation. The classic French omelet is creamy and pale (no browning) and slightly undercooked inside. Of course, you can always cook it to your personal taste, once you acquire the basic skills. For consistent results, try following the eight-step process outlined here. Omelet fillings include everything from the traditional cheeses (Gruyere, Swiss, Emmenthal, brie, etc.) to your favorite food combinations. For each two-egg omelet, use about 1/4 cup filling. And, if you trying to keep cholesterol down, you can substitute eggs with 1/2 cup cholesterol-free egg substitute or egg whites. The possibilities for ■ Bacon, caramelized onions, thyme ■ Basil, tomatoes, crumbled blue Page 20ÊUÊSeptember 11, 2009ÊUÊDanville Weekly Eight steps to the perfect omelet (serves 1) ■ In a small bowl, lightly beat 2 large eggs, salt and pepper with a fork until completely mixed and frothy. ■ Melt 1/2 tsp unsalted butter in an 8-inch nonstick skillet; you’ll also need a silicone spatula. ■ Pour the mixture into the pan and cook undisturbed until the eggs are just barely set around the edges, about 30-60 seconds. ■ With the spatula, scramble the eggs gently; turn off the heat as soon as the bottom has set but the eggs are still undercooked on top. ■ Sprinkle 1/4 cup of grated cheese down the middle of the eggs; run the spatula round the edges. ■ With the spatula, fold 1/3 of the omelet toward the center of the whole. ■ Holding the spatula, at the point where the fold meets the unfolded portion, slip the unfolded portion onto a plate flipping the first portion over to complete the fold (as in folding a letter). ■ Serve immediately. Jacqui Love Marshall lives in San Ramon with her pug, Nina Simone, and volumes of cookbooks and recipes. Her column runs every other week. E-mail her at jlovemarshall@yahoo.com. Operation Lunchbox Express gets boost from Down Under Kangaroos and koalas took over Rolling Hills Community Church of Danville on Aug. 3-7 at the annual Vacation Bible School Breakaway. With a theme of “Boomerang Express-It All Comes Back to Jesus,” the week was filled with all things Australian. With the goal of service, the children, from pre-K through sixth grade, teamed up with CityTeam Ministries of Oakland to support Operation Lunchbox Express, which provides lunches for Oakland children in need. Each day, the participants brought lunch items to donate to the project and in five days had collected 7,121 food items, enough to provide lunch for almost 50 children for an entire month. On Sunday, Aug. 9, the children sang for the entire congregation followed by an Outback barbeque lunch for everyone. Real Estate OPEN HOME GUIDE AND REAL ESTATE LISTINGS Survey shows how men vs. women look at home purchases Security, ‘man cave,’ head list for gals, guys buying houses BY JEB BING It often seems as though men and women are from different planets, but every day millions of couples navigate through day-to-day and even life-altering decisions in buying new homes. Because a home is the biggest purchase most people will make in their lifetime, Coldwell Banker Real Estate surveyed 1,000 individuals to discover how much men and women differ in the home-buying process. The real estate company engaged a thirdparty research firm, International Communications Research, to delve into the inner psyche of men and women, asking questions such as, “How long did it take for you to know that the last home you purchased was right for you?” and, “If you found the home of your dreams but had concerns about its security, would you still be interested?” Coldwell Banker also surveyed couples on additional topics, such as, “Who wears the pants in the relationship?” when it comes to making major financial decisions. “The results were surprising,” said Rick Turley, president of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage in the Bay Area. “Not only did we uncover some of the inherent differences between men and women, but we also pinpointed a number of ways that the two genders are actually the same.” For example, both men and women are increasingly concerned with having a space to work in their homes, “something we would not have seen 40 years ago,” Turley said. “We also found that feeling insecure about a home’s safety is a deal-breaker for most people, regardless of gender.” Turley noted that more couples are considering home purchases to take advantage of an $8,000 federal tax credit before it expires Dec. 1. Here are some highlights from the Coldwell Banker Real Estate study: Women may be inclined to make up their mind more quickly than men. When asked how long it took before they knew their home was “right” for them, almost 70 percent of women had made up their mind the day they walked into the house vs. 62 percent of men. Conversely, significantly more men needed two or more visits: 32 percent of men vs. 23 percent of women. Women would rather live closer to their extended family than to their job. Some 55 percent of women find it more important to be closer to their extended family (those that do not live in their household) than to their job, compared to only 37 percent of men. A home’s security is a deal-breaker for both men and women. A total of 64 percent of women said that if they found the home of their dreams but had concerns about its security, they would no longer be interested. More than half of men agreed (51 percent). Couples say that no one “wears the pants in the relationship” in terms of major financial HOME SALES Alamo 2552 Caballo Ranchero Drive Billings Trust to J. Lee for $1,100,000 1954 Casablanca Street B. & D. Riise to G. Hui for $955,000 16 Casolyn Ranch Court R. Harrop to Conlon Trust for $1,225,000 675 Dolphin Drive B. & C. Ford to K. Hsiao for $825,000 600 Dunhill Drive Ashrafi Trust to Johansen Trust for $859,000 851 El Capitan Drive Oliner Trust to G. & R. McDonald for $736,000 810 El Quanito Drive Rubin Trust to J. Bellian for $910,000 19 Everett Court Wu Trust to R. & M. Stansfield for $979,000 1 Gelding Court K. & E. Knape to K. Tieskoetter for $820,000 735 Glasgow Circle P. & M. Herschberger to S. & A. Azimi for $765,000 394 Ilo Lane #403 Wachovia Bank to S. Galambos for $235,000 105 Pepperwood Court S. Stokes-Wechsler to J. & J. Dodge for $1,720,000 686 Silver Lake Drive American Home Mortgage to J. Rosendahl for $450,000 151 St. Vincent Court F. & J. Boragine to S. Schultz for $865,000 403 Verona Avenue Braga Trust to R. Lee for $700,000 3911 Welshland Street Shapell Industries to A. & M. Christou for $895,000 Total sales reported: 4 Lowest sale reported: $710,000 Highest sale reported: $1,000,000 Average sales reported: $857,250 Danville Total sales reported: 15 Lowest sale reported: $235,000 Highest sale reported: $1,720,000 Average sales reported: $862,600 Diablo Total sales reported: 1 Lowest sale reported: $1,100,000 Highest sale reported: $1,100,000 Average sales reported: $1,100,000 Walnut Creek Total sales reported: 18 Lowest sale reported: $200,000 Highest sale reported: $935,000 Average sales reported: $527,194 Source: California REsource To list your open home on this page, please contact Trina Cannon at 837-8300, ext. 130 or e-mail OpenHomes@ DanvilleWeekly.com The Combs Team Diablo Danville Alamo decisions. When asked who wears the pants in the relationship when it comes to major financial decisions, such as purchasing a home, almost 70 percent of respondents living with their significant other said it’s actually mutual. However, 23 percent think that they, themselves, wear the pants in the relationship, not their partner. More men than women said this: 26 percent vs. 20 percent, respectively. Men and women agree on how they would use a spare room, for the most part. When the respondents were asked how they would use an extra 12x12-foot room if it could be anything they wanted, men and women agreed on the top three most popular, and very practical, responses: bedroom, 25 percent; office/study, 15 percent; family room/den, 11 percent. However, men really do want a “Man Cave.” Interestingly, out of the 8 percent who indicated they would turn that spare room into an entertainment center, it was a preponderance of men leading the charge. In fact, four times as many men as women said they would use the extra space for recreation/ entertainment. “These results further validate how critical it is for couples to recognize each other’s differences and work together, from deciding on a neighborhood to how to use a spare room,” Turley said. “Online tools and the expertise of a real estate professional can be particularly helpful for couples, especially if they work together step-by-step along the way.” N www. This week’s data represents homes sold during August 2009 1884 Green Valley Road Puccini Trust to N. Oconnell for $854,000 2795 Miranda Avenue J. Poston to I. & D. Padurean for $710,000 2349 Royal Oaks Drive Genpact Mortgage to A. Punyansky for $865,000 43 Stonecastle Court Morgan Stanley to C. & D. Asaravala for $1,000,000 SALES AT A GLANCE Professionals You Can Count on! Walnut Creek 1315 Alma Avenue #141 Wells Fargo Bank to P. Mah for $200,000 1869 Almond Avenue L. & R. Gaubert to Mcdowell Trust for $501,000 722 Anza Court D. Heaton to L. Yan for $546,500 3307 Arbolado Drive D. Ahlman to E. Grossman for $719,000 1985 Cactus Court #2 Vandusen Trust to M. Walter for $425,000 1935 Cactus Court #3 Cebalo Trust to C. Mason for $309,000 45 Iron Horse Lane T. Cheng to Piedmont Financial Planning for $317,000 815 Juanita Drive Geotina Trust to M. Tuciarone for $685,000 1446 Murwood Drive R. Fulks to B. & K. Wise for $930,000 3520 Rossmoor Parkway #2 Denault Trust to Panton Trust for $585,000 2490 Sky Road R. & K. Thompson to P. Sosnowski for $518,000 612 Terra California Drive #1 Turner Trust to T. & B. Budach for $455,000 867 Terra California Drive #6 Steiner Trust to B. & E. Rubin for $824,000 1860 Tice Creek Drive #1424 Wilson Trust to James Trust for $280,000 416 Via Royal Chakalian Trust to A. Fernandez for $442,000 490 Walnut Avenue Wells Fargo Bank to J. & A. Aguilera for $540,000 3183 Wayside Plaza #319 K. Edlinger to A. Mysorewala for $278,000 306 York Court Shapell Industries to J. Yoshioka for $935,000 Source: California REsource .com Call Joe and Nancy 925-989-6086 Nancy P. Combs Visit www.thecombsteam.com Joe Combs 24 Hour Free Audio Tour (866) 374-0607 Danville 3 Bedroom Single Story X7000 ing end eP l a S West Side Alamo 2 Bed Condo X9000 ALE! TS X9000 R ing SHO end eP l a S Immaculate 3 Bed single story. Backs open Space, Community Pool and Tennis $550,000 Fabulous West Side 2 Bed 2 Bath Condo with a loft. Master Bedroom Suite, Hardwoods, Inside Laundry, Fire Place,Garage. $399,000 Danville Remodeled Single Story with a View Danville El Pintado Loop X9000 Completely updated 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home on .93 acre ridgeline lot. Views, pool, 3 car garage and more. $1,149,750 E! SAL RT O ing SH end eP Sal X5000 Updated Home and guest house on 1.7 acre parcel. 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