A new year equals next step for Del Valle renovation

ROSSMOOR NEWS Wednesday, January 20, 2016

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A new year equals next step for Del Valle renovation GRF Board gives architect some parameters for Fitness Center By Wilma Murray Staff writer

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o begin the new year, the GRF Board got a jump on two projects close to the heart of many residents: the Del Valle Complex renovation and upgrading the studio spaces at Gateway. At a special mid-month meeting held Jan. 12, a short agenda belied the nearly three-hour length, due to 17 speakers at the Residents Forum and a staff presentation. Up to this point, President Les Birdsall said, the Board had made no decisions on the Del Valle project. “But now is the time,” he said. The end result was near-unanimous votes to continue the process with the Sports Management Group (SMG) and ELS Urban Design (ELS) in fine-tuning options for bringing Del Valle into the future and for reallocating funds to hire a space planner for the Gateway studios. These decisions appeared

to satisfy an audience filled with advocates for both projects. Residents at the podium generally urged the Board to move forward with the Del Valle improvements. Many speakers offered encouragement and praise for the Board, while others included suggestions for direction that included getting plans out to the public; taking more time to look at “creative” financing; using advisory committees before the final design; and keeping in mind specific needs such as pickleball courts. Several residents reminded the Board to remember the frail as well as the more robust users of the Fitness Center. There were also requests for the Board to be expansive in its approach. “More space” was a common refrain. “I’m asking you to be expansive in your thinking,” Diane Mader said. “We need to spend our money well.” David Smith urged the Board to go for the “most de-

GRF President Les Birdsall sired features at a price we can afford.” “Let’s go forward today,” Claire Wolfe said. John Nutley’s advice to the Board was to consider moving some activities to other spaces. “You can’t do everything and you can’t please everybody and you can’t put everything in

GRF CEO Tim O’Keefe one building that is wanted,” he said. “You have to be selective.” But, while it has oft been said that the Del Valle Complex renovations need to appeal to future residents and their needs, Nutley reminded the Board it is also important to “please as many people

as possible who already live here.” Determining a range Resident Services Director Jeff Matheson and CEO Tim O’Keefe spoke about what the Board was being asked to decide at the meeting. And what was not on the table.

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What residents need to know about Map Your Neighborhood explained at EPO meeting using the Del Valle Fitness Center To alleviate any confusion regarding the fees for service and the personal training policy at the Fitness Center, here is what residents need to know about using the Fitness Center: There are no membership fees charged to users of the Fitness Center. The amount on the monthly coupon for the Fitness Center is $9.75 per manor and $7.25 for the pools per manor.

There are two forms all residents are required to fill out to use the Fitness Center. The forms are available at the front desk in the Fitness Center. The forms are a Personal Release and Waiver of Liability and a PAR-Q (Physical Activities Readiness Questionnaire). It is highly recommended that all residents get a physician’s release in order to safely proceed with an exercise

program. Anyone wishing to work with a trainer must have a current physician’s release and health history form completed before making an appointment. These forms are available at the front desk in the Fitness Center. After the resident fills in the appropriate blanks, the staff will fax the form to the resident’s physician, who will

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olice have arrested people suspected of stealing two Rossmoor residents’ cars, running up their credit cards and stealing items from 23 other vehicles during a monthlong crime spree last fall. It’s believed the suspects, who are not Rossmoor residents, were part of a larger theft ring. The thieves were able to get into Rossmoor because they were on a resident’s guest list, said Dennis Bell, Rossmoor’s Public Safety manager.

“There are 25 thefts that are directly related to those suspects,” Bell said. The thefts occurred from mid-September to mid-October and were reported to Securitas, Rossmoor’s security service provider. It’s possible those arrested were responsible for more crimes in Rossmoor as well, Bell said. That’s because not every resident who is victimized reports thefts to Securitas. Other victims may have called Walnut Creek Police and not Securitas. Bell said that residents may call both police and Securitas.

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A dozen Rossmoor residents sit in a semi-circle in a Rossmoor living room, their eyes focused on the television set. They aren’t watching a ball game or a talk show. Their attention is on a video of another group of people, like themselves, gathered in Continued on page 4A another living room and fo-

Arrests made in Rossmoor crime spree, suspects were guests of Rossmoor resident By Cathy Tallyn

By Alan Cunningham

Spike in crime Statistics compiled over the past five years by Securitas show that there was a spike in thefts in Rossmoor in 2015. There were 87 thefts reported last year, up from 49 the year before. Thefts had been decreasing every year since there were 81 in 2011. Bell said the thefts were crimes of opportunity. The suspects are believed to have rummaged through unlocked cars looking for purses, keys, identification cards, credit cards, passports, insurance documents, registration Continued on page 6A

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Section A Arts and Leisure........... 20-29A Classified....................... 31-43A Clubs...................................30A Main News...................... 1-15A Movies........................... 28-29A Op/Ed Columns............ 17-19A Residents Forum................16A Section B Arts and Leisure listings....13B Bridge................................ 3-4B Calendar............................ 8-9B Channel 28 TV Guide........12B Clubs.........................5-7B, 13B Excursions.............................9B Health............................ 14-15B Obituaries.............................7B Religion.................................6B Sports................................ 1-3B

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Newcomers to hear about Public Safety in Rossmoor Foxy fox

Newcomers will meet on Monday, Feb. 1, at 1:30 p.m. at Dollar Clubhouse. The speakers will be Dennis Bell, public safety manager, and Justin Stebbins, site manager for Securitas, Rossmoor’s security service provider. Participants can mingle with new residents, volunteers and others who have lived in the community for many years. Refreshments will be served.

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Newcomers is open to all residents who have lived in the community for a year or less. No reservation is required. The program is in its 25th year and is a way to welcome new residents. Monthly meetings provide an opportunity to learn more about the community and it is an optimal way to meet other new residents. For information, call Elena Ybarra at 988-7766.

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Radio legend, Rossmoor resident Al Hart dies of brain disease Al Hart, 88, a Rossmoor resident whose voice came to be the hallmark of KCBS morning radio news for three decades, died Jan. 14 at a care facility in Alamo after a long battle against a degenerative brain disease. A Minnesota native, Hart joined KCBS as a producer in 1966 after radio stints elsewhere that included time as a singing disc jockey in Louisiana. Ten years later Hart assumed the role of the morning anchor at KCBS. Hart’s voice became so synonymous with Bay Area news

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that, upon hearing him speak, random strangers on the street would often recognize him immediately. He covered such major Bay Area stories as the 1989 Loma Prieta Earthquake and the 1991 Oakland Hills fire. He is inducted in the Radio Hall of Fame in 2006. Al Hart was also known as a singer and in his earlier years he sang and recorded for Mercury Records. While living in Rossmoor, he sang in many musical programs and acted as MC for community events. He is survived by his wife Pat Hart.

Bob van Duinen, who lives on Stanley Dollar Drive, has seen this river otter several times recentNews offers guidelines ly in the pond just below Entry 5 of Stanley Dollar Drive. on preparing press release Mutual 29 holds annual meeting and election

Accepts printable photos, too At the beginning of every year, many clubs and organizations appoint new people to write the correspondence for the Rossmoor News. To help these correspondents and publicity people get on the right track when writing and sending articles to the News, the News has developed guidelines for preparing press releases. The guidelines can be emailed to the correspondents by making a request at news@ rossmoor.com and a packet of information will be emailed back. Or, correspondents can

pick up the packet at the News office at Creekside. All press releases can be emailed to news@rossmoor. com. When press releases are received, the correspondent will receive a response “article received.” If the correspondent does not get a response on the email, he or she should call the News at 988-7800. Clubs can also request that photos be taken of club activities, new officers or to promote an upcoming event. To schedule a photo shoot, call 9887800.

Excursion parking Whether going on a one-day trip or multiple-day journey, please be considerate about using Gateway parking spots. Or better, use a Rossmoor bus or carpool with a friend to get to Gateway.

Two positions on the Mutual Office in Gateway at 988-7718 day, March 21, at 9:30 a.m. in 29 board have come to term for by Friday, Feb. 12. Multipurpose Room 3 at Gatethis year’s election. The annual membership way, at which time the elected The current term of Toba meeting will be held on Mon- candidates will be seated. Simon is expiring. As permitted by the Mutual 29 amended • Grandfather Clock & Watch Repair bylaws, she has decided to run • Batteries, Bands installed while-u-wait for another three-year term. The current term of Jim Bom$ WATCH bardier is also expiring, but in BATTERY accordance with Mutual byWith This Coupon laws, he is ineligible to run for this next term. Any members in good standing may place their names in www.theticktockstore.com The Right Place for the Right Time nomination by contacting the 1547-A Palos Verdes Mall, Walnut Creek (by Lunardi’s Market) secretary at the Mutual Board

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The Fitness Center: information on personal training and costs

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fax (or mail) it back. Medical releases are renewed each calendar year. ALL residents, when they first start in the Fitness Center and work with a trainer, are entitled (at no charge) to: • Physical evaluation/assessment – this includes review of health history and medications, blood pressures (standing, seated, and lying down), heart rate and predic-

tions of training zones (if applicable), flexibility, balance, strength and endurance. • Sessions with a personal trainer – these sessions may be for home programs, aquatics programs or any form of exercise deemed appropriate for the resident, based upon the physical evaluation and health history. • Each resident receives a program in written form, with pictures, if needed. These pro-

grams are filed in a cabinet alphabetically, and located on the fitness floor for easy access by the residents. ALL residents are entitled to two sessions of personal training per calendar year at no cost. After these two sessions are completed, the fees for service are applicable. Sessions do not accrue – use them or lose them each calendar year. Fees are: • A one-hour session costs $60. • A half-hour session costs $35. • Group training costs $10 per person per session. Cancellation policy: • There is a 24-hour cancellation policy – residents who do not show up or do not cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled session will be charged for that session. This allows trainers to fill these spots with sessions for other residents waiting for an appointment. Payment procedure: • Residents will pay per session, by the week or month, or

in blocks of specified number of sessions. • Residents will pay by cash, credit card or check made payable to GRF. • Residents, trainer and GRF will each have a copy of each payment made for training. • Residents will sign in, and trainers will initial, at each session to verify session was performed, starting with the first session with a trainer. • It is the right of each resident to choose whichever trainer he or she prefers at any time, and a resident may change trainers at any time. This system will allow newer users of the Fitness Center quicker access to a trainer for an appointment

and will ensure that those who need special services or wish to have more time with a trainer will have that attention, but will pay for the extra needed time. It is highly encouraged that residents avail themselves of the expertise of the professional staff in the Fitness Center. The staff is highly certified in exercise physiology, older adult fitness, post-rehab, medical exercise and numerous other aspects of health and fitness for special populations. All staff complete a minimum of 20 hours a year in continuing education. For information, call the front desk at 988-7850 or Fitness Supervisor Masha Henzel at 988-7851.

Visit www.rossmoornews.com. Today’s Quote Provided by Bob Douglas François-Marie Arouet (1694 to 1778), known as Voltaire, was a French Enlightenment writer, historian, and philosopher famous for his wit, his attacks on the established Catholic Church and his advocacy of free-

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Rossmoor News The Rossmoor News (927080), established April 15, 1965, is published every Wednesday, for a subscription rate of $45 per year, by the Golden Rain Foundation, 1006 Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94595. Periodical postage is paid in Walnut Creek, CA. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Rossmoor News, 1006 Stanley Dollar Dr., Walnut Creek, CA 94595.

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Make an appointment to have income taxes done for free at Rossmoor, Grace Presbyterian

Board Agenda

Free tax preparation for the 2016 tax season for Rossmoor residents will again be offered by Tax-Aide’s AARP sponsored program. The service, provided by IRS certified tax preparers, is available starting in February. TaxAide does not specify an income limit but the service targets low

Following are the agenda items for the GRF Board regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 28. A complete agenda package will be available to residents in the Board Office on Monday, Jan. 25. 1. Consider Policy Committee’s recommendation that the Board approve proposed revised Rule 108.0, Parking. Deferred Dec. 3, 2015. 2. Consider Policy Committee’s recommendation that the Board approve proposed revised Rule R201.0, Traffic Rules and Regulations. Deferred Dec. 3, 2015. 3. Consider Policy Committee’s recommendation that the Board approve proposed revised Policy 104.1.2, Use of Community Facilities by Lessees. Deferred Dec. 3, 2015. 4. Consider approving the calendar of events for the 52nd Annual Meeting of Members of the GRF to be held on May 9. 5. Consider adopting resolution authorizing Timothy O’Keefe, CEO, to sign on behalf of the GRF on banking accounts with the Mechanics Bank. 6. Consider approving proposal from ELS Architects and the Sports Management Group, the design team for the Del Valle renovation project, to complete the final design and develop construction documents for the Del Vale Fitness Center

and moderate income taxpayers of any age with special attention given to seniors 60-plus. To access the tax preparation service, residents can make an appointment on Tuesday, Feb. 2, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside Clubhouse. Bring only your calendar. No returns will be prepared on

Feb. 2. A second Tax-Aide site is available at nearby Grace Presbyterian Church, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd. Call 405-6278 to make an appointment at the Grace Church site. For general information on other Tax-Aide sites, call 7263199.

Democrats plan voter registration campaign The Democrats of Rossmoor are planning a robust voter registration campaign for the 2016 presidential election. This effort will be coordinated with other volunteer groups throughout Contra Costa County to maximize outreach. More than 50 Rossmoorians are already working on voter registration and the number is growing. The volunteers in-

Friday Lunch served at Hillside Clubhouse The Recreation Department sponsors a lunch program on Fridays in the Diablo Room at Hillside Clubhouse. The lunch is provided by C.C Cafe, whose goal is to provide nutritious and well-balanced meals to seniors. A typical lunch is made up of an entrée (beef, chicken, pork, fish or pasta), salad and a dessert. Alternate meals are available as well. Monthly menus are available from the Recreation Department and weekly menus are in the News. Suggested donations are $2 for seniors 60 years and older. Many residents come to the

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perience. Call Elena Ybarra at 9887766 by Wednesday at noon to reserve a place for that week’s Friday Lunch.

clude both novices and experienced volunteers. Residents interested in taking part in this campaign are invited to join a planning meeting on Friday, Jan. 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Multipur-

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Security Reports F RO M S ec u r i tas

The following are the major incidents reported to Securitas, Rossmoor’s security service provider. They appear here as they were initially reported to Securitas. After investigation, details of a case may indicate a lesser or different incident description. If the case warrants it, the News will do a follow-up story. Friday, Jan. 8 Theft: An Oakmont Drive, Entry 4, resident reported someone siphoned gas out of

three vehicles in the entry. There was no damage to the vehicles. Saturday, Jan. 9 Theft: A Tice Creek Drive, Entry D, resident reported the theft of his cast iron hound dog foot cleaner from the front of his manor. Tuesday, Jan. 12 Animal: A Ptarmigan Drive, Entry 20, resident reported a cow wandered into the entry. The cow left on its own.

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people are not sneaking into Rossmoor to commit crimes,” Bell said. “Unfortunately, this is an example of how people who are authorized to come in are committing crimes.” The Golden Rain Foundation can’t say who can and can’t be on a guest list, Bell said. And, once a vehicle leaves the entrance gate, its where abouts is unknown. Bell urges residents to lock their cars and be vigilant. “People have become complacent,” he said. “They leave their cars unlocked at home,

cards and miscellaneous other things. It’s believed that in two instances they found the car keys in the vehicles, which were recovered by police in Walnut Creek and Concord. The cars had not been hotwired. Credit cards of the car theft victims were used for purchases at Safeway stores in the Rossmoor Shopping Center and in Pleasant Hill as well as at the Walnut Creek Target store. “I’ve said for years that

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but wouldn’t think of doing that when they park downtown. Residents need to lock their cars no matter where they’re parked.” And, they should not leave valuables in plain sight. Residents should also report suspicious people they see in Rossmoor to Securitas at the time when they see them. “People will call the next morning and say, ‘Yesterday evening I saw someone suspicious,’ ” Bell said. That’s too late to notify Securitas, who will send an employee out to check. Don’t think that calling Securitas (939-0693) is a bother because it isn’t, said Securitas site Manager Justin Stebbins. Calls from residents about suspicious people have increased, but he’d like even more calls. The cameras are working The arrests last fall are in large part due to new surveillance cameras in Rossmoor, surveillance cameras at the stores where the credit cards were used and leg work by Stebbins and fellow staff member Diane Falvey. One of the stolen cars was caught on surveillance cameras leaving Rossmoor at 4 a.m. Following closely behind was another car. Cameras at the exit captured the license plate of the second car, which belonged to a Rossmoor resident. It’s unusual to have two cars leave at the same time that early in the morning, Stebbins said. Police gave copies of surveillance photos from the Pleasant Hill Safeway and the Walnut Creek Target store to Securitas. Stebbins and Falvey looked at names on the resident’s guest list and looked up those names on social media. They found that two of the guests looked very similar to the people in the surveillance photos. That information was given to police. A number of search warrants were carried out and at least two people were arrested for fraud by Walnut Creek police in November. “Nobody in Rossmoor was arrested or implicated,” Bell said.

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Water Conservation Committee to hear about water savings in turf areas The Water Conservation Committee will welcome guest speaker Jodie Sheffield, seed and sod specialist from Delta Bluegrass, to its meeting on Thursday, Jan. 28, at 1 p.m. in the Vista Room of Hillside Clubhouse. She will speak on water-saving solutions for highuse turf areas. All are invited to attend. Sheffield is in charge of research and development for Delta Bluegrass Company located in Stockton. With over 25 years of experience in the turf Industry, she has worked with plant breeders, seed producers and research facilities throughout California and the Pacific Northwest developing premium quality turf/grass sod. Sheffield’s research has developed key information on maintenance and cultural practices of 50 percent water savings, emphasizing the environmental benefits of using California native sod. She is enthusiastically spreading the word about the use of California native grasses. She was a presenter at Sunset Magazines Celebration Weekend event in 2014 and the PG&E Water Conservation Showcase in 2015. She is a frequent presenter at Bay-Friendly, Cooperative Extension Master Gardener meetings and other industry events and workshops. In January 2015, she joined the board of directors for the California Native Grasslands Association. Water savings in Rossmoor As reported in the News, GRF CEO Tim O’Keefe announced in his December report that the August-September billing period for landscaping this year showed a 38 percent decrease from that of 2013, far surpassing EBMUD’s target of 20 percent. The Water Conservation Committee congratulates the GRF, the Mutuals, GRF Landscape Manager Rich Perona and Director of Golf Mark Heptig on their efforts to conserve water in Rossmoor. To achieve this reduction, low-use turf was removed and replaced with less-thirsty landscaping and more efficient sprinkler heads were installed. A special acknowledgment goes to Cindy Ware, president in Mutual 8, for her EBMUD demonstration garden using drip irrigation. Kudos are also in order to all Rossmoor residents for their efforts to conserve water in homes and gardens. It has made a great difference. For information about the Water Conservation Committee, email Judith Schumacher Jennings, chairwoman, [email protected], or all 2392402.

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President’s Corner Moving Forward on the Fitness Center Renovations By Les Birdsall, GRF president At the Jan. 12 GRF Board meeting, several decisions were made to move Rossmoor closer to renovating the Fitness Center. 1 A list of priorities was confirmed that will be considered when designing the Fitness Center. This list was developed as a result of the many meetings held by the consultants with staff and residents. 2. Designated up to $10 million as the value to be used in developing a design. 3. Designated the design team of ELS Architects and the Sports Management Group to provide a proposal at the Jan. 28 GRF Board meeting. This is the consultant group we have been working with since we began the evaluation process. They have been great to work with and have impeccable credentials, have developed many fitness centers and have experience with adult communities. There is an extensive list of their work, with pictures on their websites at www. sportsmgmt.com/projects/ and http://elsarch.com.

We will now “patiently” wait for their first draft. Residents, staff and Board members will have an opportunity to evaluate and comment before there is a final design. Once a design is approved, working drawings must be developed, permits will be provided and then the package will be submitted for bids. Until we receive a bid(s), we will have no idea about the cost of the renovation. Solar The GRF Board is still negotiating the Purchase Power Agreement for the solar array installation in Rossmoor. Since it will be a 25-year agreement, we must make sure we get it right. However, Solar Technologies is working through the city permit process, finishing the final design and preparing construction plans. The tentative schedule is to begin construction for the solar array by early summer and have the system operational before the end of 2016. Broadband GRF is starting negotiations with Wave and Comcast for a new broadband/cable TV agreement. The Comcast contract expires at the end of 2016. I will give residents updates as soon as the Board is able to share more information on the negotiations.

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Del Valle renovations: moving ahead with budget range, architect Continued from page 1A

The Board was not deciding on a budget or authorizing any funds, Matheson said. The Board was not being asked to commit to any spending at this time. But a scope for the project – a range of cost possibilities within which the architects could create the structural drawings – would allow for a design to be drawn up that is feasible within the price framework. Last year, SMG and ELS developed option plans that were presented several times to the community and have been available to look at online at Rossmoor.com. These plans incorporated wants and needs

expressed through surveys and during user focus sessions. The options began with bare-bones renovation at a projected cost of $6 to $7.4 million and included a few other choices up to Option A-plus at a projected cost of $11.2 to $12.6 million. These preliminary sketches are based on community input, industry trends and current practices. “They are not random,” Matheson said. “However, they are still not final.” What he asked the Board to do was to identify and confirm priorities and then identify a budget range for soliciting design proposals. The Board had identified the top priorities and those had coincided with

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staff’s views. The top eight “must-do” fixes for Del Valle include expanding the fitness area, upgrading the heating and air-conditioning system, improving the entry, adding windows and improving lighting, improving ventilation and the locker rooms and adding a studio and stretch area. Beyond that, it would depend on how much money the Board elects to spend. Birdsall said determining an amount for the architects to use as a framework does not lock the Board into anything; it simply gives the designers an idea of what parameters to work within.

O’Keefe reminded residents that, technically, the construction costs for this project will not cost residents anything in the monthly coupon but would be paid for by future residents – that is, by the Membership Transfer Fees that new residents pay when purchasing a manor. He showed a matrix of a 17-year projection of the Trust Fund balance, using conservative measures for each assumption made. Even so, the ending balance in 2032, before considering the impact of any Del Valle renovation costs, is forecasted to be $43,045,000. If the Board decided to take out a loan to pay for the most

expensive renovation option offered so far, there would still be almost $24,000,000 left as a Trust Fund balance using this matrix after the repayment of principal and interest. O’Keefe suggested to directors that for purposes of the architectural drawings, they should aim high when determining the amount at the high end of the cost range. It is much easier to scale back on renovations if construction bids come in too high, he said. A high amount allows the designers to present more options for consideration. Director Sue Adams proposed a $10 million figure for Continued on next page

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GRF Board decides on budgetary range of $10 million for renovations Continued from page 8A

the top end of the range. Director Richard Hurley didn’t like it and wanted to lower that to $8 million, but others felt comfortable aiming high. However, Director Bob Kelso worried that this figure would lead to misunderstanding in the community. “I’m concerned greatly and I would want to urge Maureen (O’Rourke, Communications manager) that whatever gets reported in the newspaper is not that the Board is approving to spend $10 million on the Fitness Center,” he said. “Because if we pass this motion today, I can guarantee you that half the community is going to come back if we decide later on that, no, we want to spend $7.4 million, because that’s what we can get these things for, that they’re going to be complaining about it. So somehow we have to clarify this, that we’re not agreeing to spend that and I don’t want to agree to spend that.” Director Geri Pyle offered a counterpoint. “We’re just going to choose an arbitrary figure to get us into the dance,” she said. “We may stay an hour, we may stay until the early morning … and how much we spend at the bar … that’s going to come up later. “All they want is a range; we’re not committed to a thing and I say go for it. And I’m very conservative. I hope you all realize this is a big step for me.”

decide the parameters for any expansions. However, Matheson assured him that this decision in no way included expanding the studios into any other space; rather it was to improve the existing spaces. Kelso said he is also opposed because the groups hav-

en’t properly sat down together to discuss any changes. Adams countered that a professional space planner could help the groups with their thought process. “I really wish we would do this because I think these people deserve it,” she said. The rest of the Board agreed.

Board Actions News photo by Mike DiCarlo

GRF Director Bob Kelso, left, attempted to clarify his views on the Board’s decision regarding the Del Valle Complex project while Director Geri Pyle listened. “We are not going to satisfy everyone,” Birdsall said. “We need to do the best that we possibly can.” The vote was unanimous to top the budgetary range at $10 million, with the understanding that this is only to be used as the basis for determining the range of design options for the architectural drawings. The decision to actually spend Trust Fund money will come later when the Board receives bids from contractors based on those drawings. At that time, the Board will also decide how to finance the project and whether or not to secure a loan. With that accomplished, the next step was easy. No director saw sense in moving away from SMG and ELS as the design team. As Vice President Barbara Jordan pointed out, it would be a “waste of time and money” to get someone else at this stage.

Pyle suggested residents would be impressed to see the list of projects these vendors have produced. The list of SMG projects can be seen at http:// www.sportsmgmt.com/projects/ and ELS at http://elsarch.com/. Studio improvements With much less discussion but without the unanimity, the Board also determined that $10,000 of already allocated Trust Fund monies should be spent to hire a space planner to help each of the user groups of the Gateway studios better arrange their spaces. This money is left over from an amount budgeted for studio electrical system evaluations and improvements that have already been accomplished. Kelso was the lone holdout in this vote. Though he said he supports the idea of upgrading the studios in general, he thinks this move is premature. He said the Board needs to

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The following are the actions taken by the GRF Board at its meeting on Jan. 12: 1. Confirmed that the bar graph on agenda attachment 5a-6 accurately identifies the top priorities that should be included in a Del Valle Fitness Center renovation plan. 2 Designated up to $10 million for the renovation of the Del Valle Fitness Center. 3. Directed staff to seek a proposal from ELS Architects and the Sports Management Group, the existing design team for the Del Valle renovation project, for consideration at the Jan. 28 regular meeting of the Board. 4. Approved reallocation of up to $10,000 from previously approved Trust Estate Funds for the completion of a space needs study for the existing Gateway studios.

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Sustainable Rossmoor to hear about pesticides and environmental impacts Sustainable Rossmoor (formerly Solar Powered Rossmoor) will sponsor a free public presentation by Susan Junfish, an environmental health scientist and public health educator, on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside. She will discuss how the environmental chemicals that are used to control weeds and pests in Rossmoor and other communities in Northern California are impacting health and the communities Junfish will discuss many common misconceptions about pesticide safety. Pesticides (weed, insect, rodent, bacteria killers) being legally sold and applied by residents, businesses and municipalities will be covered with many references to common challenges. This presentation will give an overview of pesticide con-

cepts so that residents will be a step ahead of the curve when faced with challenges, like knowing the safest and most effective options for common pest problems like termites, weeds and ants. During questions and answers, the program can address blood-sucking pests like lice, mosquitoes and animal mites that leave itchy bites. References and resources for safer alternatives that work and are economically feasible will be provided. Door prizes of effective and safer ant bait stations, mosquito repellants, lice control, spider trappers, etc. will be provided to the first 20 Rossmoor participants. Over the past 13 years as the founder and director of Parents for a Safer Environment, Junfish has given over 70 presentations to service organizations, hospitals,

elected officials and private businesses. She has consulted with public agencies such as school districts, cities and Contra Costa County programs as well as the hospitality industry, churches and other private businesses to help decrease or replace pesticides and other risky chemicals with least-toxic alternatives. In 2010, she was recognized by the California Senate and Assembly after she helped draft legislation to improve regulations for all California K-12 schools and child care facilities to protect Susan Junfish them from pesticides. She has a bachelor’s dehomeowners’ associations, gree and a master’s in pubCalifornia State Legislative lic health from the School of bodies, regional and local Public Health, UC Berkeley.

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Prior to her career in the environmental health field, she conducted research in the pharmaceutical industry for six years, developing recombinant DNA drugs for stroke and hemophiliac patients. This presentation is the third in a new series of free bi-monthly education programs being offered to the Rossmoor community by Sustainable Rossmoor. The club was founded in July 2014 with the mission of advancing solar power and other sustainable energy practices throughout Rossmoor. For information about the Sustainable Rossmoor Club or the Feb. 2 presentation, contact Jim Ware at [email protected] or 956-1795.

living animal. The pets must be currently living. No stuffed animal photos or statues will be accepted. To enter the “Love of my life” pet contest, photos can be submitted as a jpeg through email at tvoffice@rossmoor. com or actual photos can be delivered to the Channel 28 office at Creekside. All pictures must be submitted no later than Thursday, Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. All pictures will run on Channel 28 between Feb. 11 and 16. Winners will be posted on Post-it. For information, call Channel 28 at 988-7828.

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Rossmoor Meetings Learn about Map Your Neighborhood Continued from page 1A

BOARD, MUTUAL AND COMMITTEE MEETING DATES All Golden Rain Foundation, Mutual and committee meetings listed here are open to Rossmoor residents. Meeting times and locations are subject to change. For information in GRF Board and committee meetings, call Senior Manager of Executive Services Paulette Jones at 988-7711; for information on Third Mutual meetings, call Sharon Fees at 988-7718; and for information on all other Mutual meetings, call Anne Paone at 988-7775. Jan. 21: Second Mutual board................................ 9 a.m. Peacock Hall, Gateway Jan. 21: Mutual 70 Finance Committee................10 a.m. Echo Room, Event Center Jan. 21: Mutual 70 board........................................ 2 p.m. Board Room, Gateway Jan. 22: Third Mutual Building Maintenance......10 a.m. Board Room, Gateway Jan. 22: First Mutual board...................................11 a.m. Donner Room, Event Center Jan. 25: Mutual 68 board........................................ 1 p.m. Board Room, Gateway Jan. 26: GRF Finance Committee.......................... 9 a.m. Board Room, Gateway Jan 27: Third Mutual governing documents......... 3 p.m. Board Room, Gateway Jan. 28: GRF Board................................................. 9 a.m. Peacock Hall, Gateway

Golf cart crossings are for safety All golfers are encouraged to use the new lighted golf cart crossing in front of the driving range entry and crossing to the Dollar Golf Course near the Event Center. To activate the lights, look for the yellow boxes on sign poles and push the button as indicated. Cross when the lights flash. As usual, look both ways before attempting to cross.

called Map Your Neighborhood (MYN). On Monday, Feb. 1, the program’s coordinators, Ellen Dietschy and Alan Cunningham, will explain how it’s done at a meeting of the Emergency Preparedness Organization (EPO). The program will start at 9:30 a.m. in the Fairway room at Creekside. As Dietschy explains it, MYN is a grassroots approach to disaster survival, bringing neighbors together, one neighborhood at a time. It is also a helpful first step for new and experienced emergency coordinators, leading them to realize that neighbors who know each other are better able to help in times of crisis. With MYN, a “neighborhood” usually consists of no more than 20 homes, a small enough number to allow neighbors to reach anyone who needs help within the first hour – which Johnson refers to as “the golden 60 minutes” when there is the best chance for survival.

Johnson developed the program while working for the city of Sunnyvale, and was there when the Loma Prieta quake hit in October 1989. She later was hired by the state of Washington, where she continued to refine it. MYN has since been presented throughout the United States and has made its way beyond – par-

ticularly in earthquake-prone New Zealand. As one Massachusetts facilitator described the program to a newspaper reporter, “a disaster is not the time to meet your neighbors. You need to know your neighbors before you need them.” For information, contact Cunningham at 256-8890.

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Mutual 68 board meeting is Monday

AARP Smart Driver To get paint palette recommendations from committee course offered in February The Mutual 68 board will meet Monday, Shari Ward, has been working with Ivy Reite

Jan. 25, at 1 p.m. The meeting will include the usual committee reports on the agenda as well as Mutual Operations maintenance reporting, a financial component and a resident forum. The meeting will take place in the Creekside Club Room instead of at Gateway. This is a large space. Residents of Eagle Ridge are encouraged to attend the meeting to hear about the work of the color palette committee. The committee, composed of Linda Boule, Barbara Cahn, Brant Free, Mary Hufford and

of Kelly-Moore Paints to suggest five new color palettes to the Mutual 68 board. These suggestions are for the painting of all 74 buildings in Eagle Ridge. The painting will be done in three phases in the years 2016 through 2018. Reite and the committee will have display boards showing the color palettes as well as a board with five color choices for front doors. For information, call President Barbara Blum at 947-1394.

Friends of the Rossmoor Community looking for volunteer help with accounting, bookkeeping Friends of the Rossmoor Community (FRC) is looking for a retired accountant or bookkeeper who would like to support the club’s Del Valle Capital Campaign. The club needs volunteers with both accounting and bookkeeping skills to ensure it handles money carefully and

correctly. The Del Valle Capital Campaign is a project of FRC, a new club formed to support Rossmoor’s ability to provide facilities and services that contribute to the well-being of Rossmoor residents. FRC meets on the first Monday of each month at 10

a.m. in Dollar’s Eisenhower Room and on third Monday at 7 p.m. in the Redwood Room at Gateway. Residents who would like to support this effort are invited to attend a meeting or call Kathleen Epperson at 9397759, or email [email protected].

Rossmoor Library open six days a week The library is open Monday through Satur- from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, from 10 day. Hours are: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday a.m. to 1 p.m. For information, call 988-7704 and Friday from noon to 4 p.m.; Wednesday during these hours.

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The AARP Smart Driver Course is offered in Rossmoor to help residents refresh their skills, as well as learn the latest driving laws. After taking the course, many residents are eligible to receive discounts on their car insurance rates. (It is advised that residents call their own insurance carriers to find out about AARP discount rates.) The eight-hour course is broken up into two sessions. Both classes must be attended to receive credit. The next session will be offered on Tuesdays, Feb. 16 and 23, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. To receive the certificate of completion at the end of day two of a split eight-hour class, each participant must attend all four hours on day one plus all four hours on day two, for a total of eight hours of classroom instruction for the specific class for which they registered and paid. The refresher class is offered to residents who have taken the eight-hour class or a refresher class within the last three years. The next refresher course will be offered on Friday, Feb. 26, from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Classes are taught in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway. The cost of the class is $15 for AARP members and $20 for nonmembers. Payments must be made by checks only when signing up for the class. All students are required to bring their driver’s licenses to the class. Residents must sign up in person in the Recreation Department at Gateway prior to Feb. 16 for the eight-hour class and prior to Feb. 26 for the refresher class. Classes are limited to 25 students and registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Members of AARP must bring proof of membership when signing up. For information, call 988-7766.

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Margo Dutton is the new golf marshal, accompanied by her dog Abby By Cathy Tallyn Staff writer

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ossmoor golfers have probably seen Margo Dutton on the 18-hole Dollar Ranch Golf Course. She plays golf two to three times a week. Dutton’s also the player with the 4-year-old Australian shepherd, Abby, who comes along for a ride in her golf cart and to chase the geese away. And, now Dutton is Rossmoor’s newest volunteer golf marshal. She started in January. Once a week – on Fridays this month – she patrols the Dollar Ranch Course as well as the nine-hole Creekside Golf Course. Dutton rides in the green marshal’s golf cart with her name in the window so people know who she is. At her side is Abby. Dutton jokes that more people know Abby than her. Abby is specially trained to chase geese away from the courses. “She knows the difference between geese and turkeys. She won’t go after deer or ducks,” she said. “Goose poop gets pretty gnarly so people appreciate her chasing the geese away.” Dutton starts at 8:30 a.m. and works until 3:30 p.m. with a half-hour break for lunch. She patrols both courses at the start of her shift to make sure the courses are in order. “I start with the 18-hole

course and go all the way around it,” she said. “Then I do the same on the ninehole course. Then I just travel around.” Perhaps her most important job is to see that golfers are playing up to speed. “When I get the opportunity, I talk to the players about how their game is going,” she said. “Sometimes, they say, ‘Can you speed up the group ahead of us?’” The six golf marshals work when the courses are open, Tuesday through Sunday. Sometimes, the courses are closed due to the weather. “It’s a pretty easy job this time of the year. There are less people out so there’s not that much to do,” Dutton said. Much of her job is to keep News photo by Mike DiCarlo walkers off the cart paths. She tells them of the danger Golf marshal Margo Dutton with her companion, Abby. Together they patrol the golf courses. of being hit by errant golf balls and that usually moti- Rossmoor Women’s 18-Hole vates them to walk elsewhere. Golf Club. Dutton, an outdoorswom“I love golf and everyone A World Where Relaxation & Pampering Await You an, has lived in Rossmoor for here is so nice and friendly,” nine years. she said. “I enjoy getting out She is member of the in the fresh air.”



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Well over 100 Rossmoor residents have received grants from the Rossmoor Fund to help them deal with a financial emergency. Many report that asking for help was difficult, but that the financial aid was significant in improving their lives. Grants have been given for the following: • Medical expenses not covered by insurance • Emergency dental work • Optical expenses • Hearing aids • Temporary caregiving expense • Ambulance service • Other unexpected expense Grants are generally limited to those whose annual income is less than $24,000, or for two-person households with combined income less than $32,000. Assets are taken into account. A one-page application is all that is needed to apply. Contact Counseling Services at 988-7750 or the Rossmoor Fund at 567-3860 and be confident that the application will be handled quickly and with complete confidentiality. The Rossmoor Fund is generously supported by residents of Rossmoor as well as organizations.

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For resident safety, there are now two lighted crosswalks on Stanley Dollar Drive between the Creekside Clubhouse and Event Center. To activate lights, look for the yellow boxes on sign poles and push the button as indicated. Cross when the lights flash. As usual, look both ways before attempting to cross this or any crosswalk.

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Brian Murphy’s leather jackets featured in leather crafters’ show By Cathy Tallyn Staff writer

Rossmoor resident Brian Murphy is getting a reputation for his handmade leather jackets. This is the second year in a row that he has been asked to show his handwork at the Southwest Leather Workers Trade Show in Prescott, Ariz., at the end of February. (He’s also been a recent exhibitor and workshop leader at the Rocky Mountain Leather Trade Show, held annually in Sheridan, Wyo.) The Arizona exhibition, sponsored by the Leather Crafters Journal, is invitation-only and features leather artwork from around the world. “The leather workers are masters of their trade,” said Charil Reis, owner of the journal. “We limit the exhibition to award-winning artists and Brian fits into that category,” she said. Murphy is known for making jackets without using a sewing machine and for using only 12 tools, she said. The show promotes the leather arts and will include free workshops for beginning leather workers to professionals. While there isn’t a contest among exhibitors, an artists’ choice award will be voted upon by the exhibiting artists. Murphy will exhibit three of his jackets. Two are already made. He’s now at work on a jacket that’s just for the Arizona

News photos by Mike DiCarlo

Brian Murphy shows off the fringe on the back of a jacket he’s made.

Brian Murphy works on a leather jacket he’ll exhibit during the Southwest Leather Workers Trade Show in Prescott, Ariz. exhibition. It’s made of soft blue lambskin. This jacket is going to be in a more Western style. Previous jackets have been in more of a Native-American style with beads.

ing on the jackets in the wintertime when the weather outside might not be so inviting. “It’s very relaxing and soothing,” he said of making jackets.

It can take 40 to 60 hours to make a jacket. Murphy makes the jackets to be worn and is still getting use to the idea that his apparel is of exhibit quality.

Murphy began making leather jackets years ago when he saw how much they cost in stores. He decided to try and do it himself without spending so much money. He enjoys work-

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A BIRTHDAY PARTY TO REMEMBER I decided to hold a party for my step-daughter’s birthday in the Mulligan Room at Creekside in December. I put together a simple menu for Creekside Grill: soup or salad (a choice of three) and three entrees. I presented my menu to the Creekside Grill owner, who was adamant that I narrow the choice to one salad. I objected, arguing that people like a choice and if we count each type when people arrive, the kitchen will have plenty of time to prepare them. When I arrived early, I whited out the soup from the menus. When our servers said they could do soup, I allowed my guests to order it. The Creekside owner still insisted that there could be only one kind of salad. We couldn’t understand this hardline approach since salad is a cold item that doesn’t need instant service. The wait staff was very sympathetic and somehow we eventually got the soups and salads but not before I was frazzled from the whole situation. The evening was totally tense for me made more so when we got the bill. We were charged a surcharge of $40 ($2 per person) despite the fact that we brought in our own lemonade and sparkling cider and our own cake, all of which we served ourselves. This was specifically allowed. While my guests liked the food and servers, my filet came rare instead of medium and one of my guests had a long delay getting her chicken Marsala. I will not plan another party at Creekside. The customer service was lacking. Linda Sterling Skycrest Drive

HISTORICAL DECISION ON FITNESS CENTER After three years of hard work for the community, The GRF Board made a significant decision on Jan. 12 by designating the amount of money for the Del Valle Complex renovation. This is significant progress on the Fitness Center project and provides a solid base to approach a state-ofthe-art fitness facility. It shows that the decision-making level of GRF Board has reached a new height. This Board sees the big picture and has the aspiration and foresight to bring Rossmoor into the 21st century. But having

the money designated does not guarantee that a good fitness facility will be built. Just as President Les Birdsall emphasized, we are not tying ourselves to any existing plan; there are all kinds of decisions going to be made and we may start over. Within the money cap, we will pursue as much extra space as possible, continue to create other options until we reach a desired plan. Advanced technology is the most cost-effective investment; the previous plan didn’t deal with it enough. Technology will not only provide convenience, but also lower operating costs significantly. A state-of-the-art building must be “green.” The newly updated General Plan states that new construction should be LEED certified. Del Valle is one of the largest energy and water consumer in the valley. There is big potential to save the earth as well as operation costs. We must set a green goal from the very beginning. Thanks to the GRF Board, CEO Tim O’Keefe and GRF Resident Services Director Jeff Matheson. Jiayi Zhou Golden Rain Road

INCORRECT CHARACTERIZATION The Jan. 4 Republican Perspective column, “The Ghost of Lyndon Baines Johnson,” contains a major misperception. Columnist John Littig describes principles guiding American actions against the Islamic State in the Middle East, but he does not understand the situation. He states, “We are engaged in a war where we do not place highest priority on victory but on avoiding enemy civilian casualties, preserving the enemy’s productive infrastructure and being exemplary stewards of the environment.” This characterization is incorrect. Our purpose in fighting ISIS is to help liberate the occupied territories in Iraq and Syria. The civilians there are not our enemy. The Iraqis are our allies, and we have been trying to help (however ineffectually) the Syrian people. The infrastructure and the environment are their infrastructure and their environment and they will have to live with them after the conflict ends – if we don’t kill them all first. It makes no sense to “destroy the village in order to save it.” Earl Abbe High Eagle Court

COLUMNIST SHOOTS HIMSELF IN THE FOOT Ed Manning keeps shooting himself in the foot (Republican Perspective column, Jan. 13). He rants about the Democrats as the party of Jim Crow. Yes, there was schism in the party, the Roosevelt Democrats and the Southern Democrats, but as the northern Dems pushed for Civil Rights, the Southern Dems defected to the Republican side in droves and were welcomed with open arms (remember Nixon’s “Southern Strategy”?). And those same people are now unapologetically trying to undermine voting rights for the poor (most of them black) by erecting barriers to their right to vote. So who’s the Jim Crow now? Nice try quoting Frederick Douglass’ appreciation for the Republican Party, but it was a different party in Lincoln’s and Douglass’ age and bears no resemblance to the current regime. Trish Benedict Terra California Drive

COLUMNIST MAKES OMISSIONS I read with interest the Republican Perspective column of Jan. 13 titled “Meet the Democrat Jim Crow.” A credible history summary. What the column omits, of course, is the change in party views of civil rights and race from the time of FDR through

LBJ, and since. The Solid Democratic South became Republican – and many old-time Southern Democrats such as Strom Thurmond changed to the Republican Party – in response to the largely reversed roles of the two parties today regarding race. I’m sure the columnist knows this balance of the story, too. As a Democrat I take no pride in the Dixiecrats; Trent Lott appeared to differ. Reminding us of history is laudable. Leaving the impression we are still living with the party positions of decades ago is disingenuous, at best. Neither current party can be held accountable for Jim Crow. Neither is what it was decades ago. Richard Jones Terra Granada Drive

REPUBLICAN PERSPECTIVE PUSHES GUILT BY ASSOCIATION “What’s in a name? That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet.” Shakespeare had it right, and the writer of the Jan. 13 “Republican Perspective” would have done well to consider the Bard rather than offering a history of how “Democrats” promoted vicious racism in the post-Civil War era and indeed, well into the 20th century. Was it intended that today’s Democrats also be grouped under that racist umbrella? Sorry, won’t work. The political heirs of those people do not today call themselves “Democrats.” They are “Republicans” and they are not the ones who gave us whatever civil rights and social advances have been achieved in the last 60 or so years. What’s in a name? Is it even conceivable that Abraham Lincoln would call himself a Republican today? Or consider those mostly embarrassingly unqualified seekers of the 2016 Republican presidential nomination. From which of them are we most likely to hear Mr. Lincoln’s eloquent “With malice toward none, with charity for all ...”? Heck, they couldn’t even say it to each other. This column was an attempt to denigrate modern Democrats by recalling what others calling themselves Democrats did in the past. The name for that is guilt by association. I’m from Wisconsin, where we know a little about guilt by association. It does not smell sweet. Walter Gray Ptarmigan Drive

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Today’s Word By Roger Hadlich This series selects and presents English words that are both interesting and useful. Since a word’s provenance often enriches one’s understanding and enjoyment, each word will be accompanied by its etymology. To offer input on the word, email Hadlich at [email protected]. No. 26. CONTUMACIOUS (kan-too-MAYshuhs): “Rebellious, insubordinate,” < Latin con- + tumere, “to swell.” Derivation possible reflective of the swollen, overblown personality characterized by rebels. Related words: tumor, tumult, tumescence. Example: “The aggressive rhetoric of the opponents can only be described as contumacious.”

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Columns & Opinions Progressive View Zombie Economics

By Jane Walter ccording to his biographer Lou Cannon, when Ronald Reagan received a lucrative million dollar movie contract, his marginal tax rate exceeded 90 percent and from that day forward he was convinced that wealthy Americans paid too much in taxes. His conviction was rationalized by the ideas of American supply-side economist, Arthur Laffer, who believed that lowering tax rates, particularly the higher marginal rates paid by the upper strata, would stimulate productivity and therefore actually increase the amount of revenue that the government raised. One of Reagan’s first acts as president was to pass the Budget Reform Act of 1981, which reduced tax rates for all Americans but gave the greatest proportional cut to the wealthiest Americans, dropping their rate from 70 percent to 50 percent. It also reduced taxes on business profits, capital gains, interest income, oil revenue and inheritance. The economy did eventually improve as the country pulled out of the recessions of the 1970s, but not because of the tax cuts. Reagan’s action resulted in the adoption by the conservative Right of Laffer’s theory, now dubbed “Reaganomics” or “trickle-down economics.” What is obscured by Republican mythmakers is that Reaganomics did not work for Ronald Reagan. The year following his tax cut, the economy slipped further into recession and the deficit increased dramatically. Reagan quickly reversed course and the following year passed one of the largest peace-time tax increases in U.S. history, the Tax Equity and Fiscal Responsibility Act of 1982. He then signed further tax increases in 1983, 1984 and 1986, and in spite of these increases the deficit grew from 2 percent to 6 percent of GDP.

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Republican Perspective “99.9 Percent” Peaceful By John Littig fter every terrorist act by a follower of the Religion of Peace, there are announcements from the media, law enforcement and government officials. And there’s a common thread – a seemingly obligatory disclaimer. Those who comment, regardless of their place on the political spectrum, remind us that only a tiny percentage of Muslims harbor jihadi sentiments. The vast majority, we are invariably assured, are peaceful and reject terrorism. The president himself, in a February 2015 interview on CNN, made an authoritative statement on the issue: “… there is an element growing out of Muslim communities in certain parts of the world that have perverted the religion, have embraced a nihilistic, violent, almost medieval interpretation of Islam, and they’re doing damage in a lot of countries around the world … the overwhelming majority of Muslims reject that … They don’t even recognize it as being

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Engaging Aging Death Goes to the Polls By Bill Leary olitics are handled just fine by others who write columns on these pages and be-

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Also because of some of Reagan’s tax reforms, income inequality started its upward trend during his administration. Reaganomics did not work then, and it did not work later when the Bush tax cuts for the wealthy resulted in weak economic growth and ultimately the recession, which started in 2008. A zombie idea is one that lives on even after proven untrue. Historically, we know that Reaganomics does not work and there is sound economic theory to prove the point. In economics there is a standard multiplier model of money injected into the economy that demonstrates that every dollar going into the hands of low-wage workers adds about $1.21 to the

Historically, we know that Reaganomics does not work and there is sound economic theory to prove the point. economy, whereas every dollar going into the pockets of high-wage workers adds about 39 cents. The common sense reason for this is that those with little money spend more of it and spend it faster than those at the top. While money at the bottom moves quickly through the economy, much of the money at the top sits in bank vaults here and abroad. The velocity of money through the economy is directly related to economic growth. An article by the Institute for Policy Studies examined that fact. In the year 2013, Wall Street bonuses alone earned as much as all full-time wage earners combined for the entire year. If the money put into Wall Street bonuses had been given to low-wage workers, our Gross Domestic Product would have grown by $32.3 billion compared to the $10.4 from Wall Street bonuses. Because of blatant inequality in 2013, $22 billion of wealth was not created for the American economy. The article demonstrates that money added to the bottom and middle of the income scale is over three times more effective at driving economic growth than the money added to the top. Furthermore, increasing the share of money at Islam, and … in fighting this scourge, it’s very important for us to align ourselves with the 99.9 percent of Muslims who are looking for the same thing we’re looking for – order, peace, prosperity.” Before you take solace that 99.9 percent of Muslims reject violence, let’s look at some actual data. Pew Research looked into this issue and reported on it in 2011. With respect to terrorism, Pew found that eight percent of U.S. Muslims believe that suicide bombings against innocent civilians are often or sometimes justified. (The numbers are unchanged from Pew’s prior survey in 2007.)

Well, that’s about 80 times greater than the president’s expressed view, but maybe eight percent who support suicide bombings against innocents isn’t too bad. Or is it? Well, that’s about 80 times greater than the president’s expressed view, but maybe eight percent who support suicide bombings against innocents isn’t too bad. Or is it? The U.S. Census does not report religious affiliation. Independent estimates of the Muslim population in the United States range between three and seven million. National Review reports an estimated 4.5 million. Let’s just use that. Eight percent of 4.5 million is 360,000. That’s 360,000 in our midst who say suicide bombings sides, having spent my career in politics, I now prefer spending my time thinking about more comprehensible things, like death. But writing this column is serendipitous, so researching our fear of death led me to the intriguing Terror Management Theory (TMT), which then led to the apparent impact of our fear of death on current politics. The Politics of Fear are best explained by TMT. This well-studied and supported theory was proposed in the 1980s by three psychologists, Jeff Greenberg, Sheldon Solomon and Tom Pyszczynski,

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the top actually decreases economic growth. In June 2015, the International Monetary Fund released a study in which it found that increasing the share of the total economic pie of the top 20 percent by just 1 percent decreases economic growth by .08 percent and conversely increasing the share of the bottom 20 percent by the same 1 percent increases economic growth by .38 percent, which makes the latter policy five times more effective. Put simply, transferring money from bottom to top of the economic scale slows down GDP and erases national wealth whereas transferring from top to bottom quickly grows the economy and everyone benefits. His is the complete reverse of Reaganomics, which advocates increasing the money supply of the wealthy as a means to economic prosperity. Trickle-down economics should be discarded by both parties as a zombie idea that needs to be put to rest. Unfortunately, the Republican Party still clings to this zombie idea. Every one of its candidates for president espouses a reduction in taxes on the very wealthy in their proposed tax plans. Combined with Right Wing policies to reduce social programs, which put money into the hands of the poor and middle class, these proposals would have the effect of increasing inequality and reducing economic growth. Both Democrat presidential candidates Bernie Saunders and Hillary Clinton have stated that the only way for the whole country to prosper is by an economic plan that makes the wealthy pay a greater share of taxes and redistributes the income to the middle and working classes. Both candidates have called for increases in the minimum wage, infrastructure spending, a more progressive tax code and family friendly benefits. Both economic theory and history demonstrate that these policies would be more effective in driving economic growth than the Republican alternative. Americans will have a clear choice in the upcoming election between zombie economic ideas or policies that actually have a firm basis in fact. Jane Walter can be emailed at [email protected]. against the innocent are often or sometimes a-OK. Enough potential jihadis or jihadi sympathizers to fill four Rose Bowls. The point here is not that we have amongst us 360,000 potential jihadis. The point is that the obligatory disclaimer issued each time some public figure makes any statement about Islamist terrorists is – to be blunt – hogwash. If they haven’t studied the data, they have no idea. They are just mouthing the words because to not do so would expose them to accusations of bigotry and Islamopbobia. Or worse – they may be aware of the data and are trying to sell us something they know to be false. Now as to the contention, expressed by the president and others, that the terrorists are practicing a perversion of Islam – not the real McCoy –consider this. The leader of ISIS is Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. BBC reports he is “steeped in traditional Islamic education.” He earned a doctorate from the Islamic University of Baghdad. His field of study was Islamic culture, history, sharia and jurisprudence. So on the one hand you have al-Baghdadi, leader of the Islamic State, with a doctorate in Islamic studies. On the other hand you have our president, a self-professed Christian, who claims the Islamic State is not Islamic and is just a perversion of Islam. Which one has more credibility on the true nature of Islam – Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi or Barack Obama? Your call. John Littig can be emailed at [email protected]. to explain how humans alone cope with the terrifying knowledge that one day we are going to die. The only way death is not meaningless is if we see ourselves as part of something greater: a family, a community, a society, a culture. This provides our self-esteem. We adopt our culture’s worldview and ideologies and believe that if we adhere to or exceed the standards of our culture, we will achieve immortality, either literally, such as our soul in heaven, or symbolically through being remembered by others. Continued on page 18A

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Lions to celebrate 50th anniversary Engaging Aging with dinner banquet at Gateway

and urged individuals to make In other words, coping with a difference. Only four of the 95 memtin, fresh spinach salad, green beans aman- the terror of knowing we will bers of the control group went die involves becoming heavily dine, rolls, coffee and dessert. A vegetarian with the charismatic candiinvested in our culture. dish (stuffed Portobello mushrooms) is availdate and split between the able and must be specified when making a In her 2005 Psychology other two. The other group rereservation. Today article, “The Politics ceived a reminder of mortality The cost per person is $35. All checks must of Mortality,” Lea Winerman stimulus before voting. That be received no later than Wednesday, Feb. says, “One consequence of group was 800 percent more 3. Make checks made out to Lions Club of [TMT], according to previous Rossmoor and mail to P.O. Box 2181, Walnut studies by the researchers, is favorable to the charismatic Creek 94595-0181 (or put in Lions mailbox that reminding people of their candidate. The task-oriented inside Gateway). own mortality – by asking candidate was mostly unafFor information, call President Skip them to think about their own fected, but the relationship Zehnder at 502-528-3512. deaths, for example –makes candidate’s vote was substanthem cling strongly to ele- tially lower. In the Psychology Today ments of their worldview like religious beliefs or national article referenced above, Solpride.” Studies show that such oman discussed the impact of reminders of mortality also TMT on the 2004 presidencause people to be more neg- tial election given President ative about other cultures. In Bush’s post-9/11 message to his Psychology Today article, defeat evil in the world. Sol“How We Cope With Death,” oman said, “Psychologically psychologist Nathan Heflick terrorized people are attracted went further, explaining that to clear vision of where evil when we are reminded of lurks in the world and clear death and our mortality, we vision of how to obliterate it.” tend to staunchly defend our Solomon continued, “And in culture against threats from our post-9/11 world, Ameriothers, identify with people cans are, in some ways, a psymore like us, and become chologically terrorized peomore religious as we think of ple, with thoughts of death a the after-life. An example is hazy but ever-present reality.” The first scholarly analysis how much easier it is for many of us to identify with the vic- of the role of TMT in polititims in Paris or San Bernadi- cal attitudes and behavior was “Death Goes to the Polls: A no than Syrian refugees. Meta-Analysis of Mortality In a 2008 Scientific AmerSalience Effects on Political ican article, “Fear, Death and Attitudes” published in 2011 Politics: What Your Mortality in Political Psychology. One Has to Do with the Upcoming of the more intriguing findElection,” TMT co-theorist ings of that analysis is that, in Sheldon Soloman discussed a some TMT studies, reminders study of whether, when fears of mortality resulted in more of death are aroused, voters conservative thinking by both are more likely to elect leadconservatives AND liberals or ers who make their citizens progressives. Called the “confeel they are valued contribservative shift hypothesis,” its utors to a great mission to advocates argue that the coneradicate evil. Two groups servative political ideologies assessed three candidates afford an unambiguous, stable who were: 1) charismatic and conception of the world that urged citizen involvement in a functions well to manage mor“special” nation; 2) task-oritality concerns (and other exented and laid out a detailed istential threats), whereas libblueprint to accomplish goals; eral ideologies are more open and 3) relationship-oriented to change and thus less likely to provide a secure source of meaning and self-esteem in response to threat.” It seems a charismatic leader need not do much to manipulate public sentiment in favor of protecting the homeland. Our fear of death is powerful and easily fomented by even small reminders of our mortality, much less threats reminiscent of 9/11. But what caught me even more by surprise in my research is that there is yet another strong pull upon our emotions and desire to protect our own culture against those who are not like us: empathy. Just when I had been quietly suggesting to a few friends that we were heading toward a clash of the Politics of Fear versus the Politics of Empathy, it turns out to be more complicated than that. Suddenly empathy has become controversial. That will be the subject of my next column. Bill Leary can be emailed at [email protected]. Continued from page 17A

The Rossmoor Lions Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary on Tuesday, Feb. 9, with a banquet in the Fireside Room at Gateway. The club was chartered by Lions Clubs International in 1966. The club invites all residents of Rossmoor to join in the celebration, especially those who have benefitted from the Lions’ work. The banquet begins at 6 p.m. with wine and appetizers. A buffet dinner, catered by Englund’s, will be presented at 6:45. The menu includes fresh Atlantic salmon with dill sauce, grilled tri-tip sirloin, potatoes au gra-

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Earth Matters li vi ng light ly on this sma ll pla n et

Save Our Bees By Klaudia Sikora Bees pollinate a significant majority of the world’s food. One of every three bites of our food we eat is pollinated by bees and these vital pollinators are in serious trouble. In America alone, honey bees pollinate nearly 95 fruits and nuts, including almonds, cranberries and apples. In year 2000, the total value of crops dependent upon bee pollination was estimated to exceed $15 billion. Worldwide, honey bees yield about $200 billion of pollination services. Bees are playing a critical role in maintaining natural plant communities and ensuring production of seeds and most flowers. Pollination is needed for plants to reproduce and so many plants depend on bees or other insects as pollinators. Bees and other pollinators are reaching a tipping point with beekeepers reporting annual losses of a third or more in recent years. It was reported that there were a total of 2.44 million honey-producing hives in the United States in 2008, down from 4.5 million in 1980 and 5.9 million in 1947. Unfortunately it seems like our civilization has declared war on honey bees. Overdevelopment, habitat destruction, mites and diminishing plant diversity have all negatively impacted our native bee population. But neonicotinoid pesticide is probably the biggest factor in killing bees. The studies in the United States and Europe have shown that extremely low doses of neonicotinoid – both alone and in combination with other pesticides – can cause impaired communication, disorienta-

tion, difficulty to return to hive, decreased longevity, suppressed immunity and disruption of brood cycles in honeybees, making them less productivity in gathering food. Some pesticides are killing bees directly when bees are on flowers. Neonicotinoid pesticides have been used for 20 years to control a variety of pests. As a result of a campaign by Friends of the Earth, Home Depot and other stores have agreed to stop selling these poisons. Colony collapse disorder is the phenomenon that occurs when the majority of worker bees in a colony disappear. While this is not an entirely new happening, recent years have seen a dramatic rise in the occurrence. In the six years leading up to 2013, more than 10 million beehives were lost. Bees need our help! Bee communities, both wild and managed, have been declining over the last half century as pesticide use in agricultural and urban areas increases. Changes in land use have resulted in patchy distribution of food and nesting resources. This has many growers concerned about how they will continue to be able to pollinate their crops. Now more than ever, it is critical to consider practices that will benefit pollinators by providing habitats free of pesticides, with ample potential nesting resources. After five years of review, California officials have not only failed to complete an evaluation of neonicotinoid pesticides (neonics), they continue to allow more and more of the bee-harming chemicals on the market. The International Body of Scientists released a comprehensive global assessment of the harm that pesticides do to bees. A new report shows that these very same pesticides are found in many backyard plants at levels of concern. Pesticides touch every aspect of our lives. Pesticides cause severe abnormalities in children like autism, diabetes and cancer; a startling number of children’s diseases and disorders are on the rise; many allergies

Applications sought for Walnut Creek commissions Applications are being accepted for vacancies on the city of Walnut Creek Park, Recreation and Open Space Commission, Planning Commission and Transportation Commission. There is one opening per commission and the term is for four years. There is also an opening for a Walnut Creek representative on the Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control Board. The term is for two years. Applicants for all positions must live in incorporated Walnut Creek and be registered voters. The deadline to apply is 5 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27. The City Council will interview selected applicants the evening of Tuesday, Feb. 16. The Park, Recreation and Open Space Commission advises the City Council on the general direction and emphasis of park, recreation, creek, trail and open space needs, facilities and programs. The Planning Commission reviews projects for compliance with the city’s land use and zoning regulations, and has approval authority for subdivision maps, use permits and variances. The commission prepares, and recommends for adoption by the council, the city’s general plan as well as specific plans. The Transportation Commission advises the City Council on issues affecting parking and transportation. The Mosquito and Vector Control Board governs the county’s Mosquito and Vector Control District in its role

of handling of county-wide control of mosquitoes, rats, skunks and ground nesting yellow jackets. A complete listing of the commissions’ duties can be found at http://www.codepublishing.com/CA/WalnutCreek/. Application forms are available at www.walnut-creek.org; at the city clerk’s office, 1666 N. Main St.; by phone at 943-5818; and via e-mail at smartinez@ walnut-creek.org. For information, contact City Clerk Suzie Martinez at 943-5819.

people did not suffer when natural fertilizers were used. Children are sicker today than they ever were a generation ago. Science leaves little room for doubt. Children exposed to pesticides in utero or during other critical periods may have lower IQs, birth defects, development delays and face higher risk of autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and cancer. During the spring of 2015, President Obama unveiled the first national strategy for improving the health of bees and other pollinators. The plan calls for restoring 7 million acres of bee habitat. The administration is also proposing $82.5 million for honeybee research. Neonics are the most heavily used class of insecticides in the United States. People all over the world are seeking healthier alternatives in their own lives and taking collective action to create real change in our food and farming system. You, too, can help. Take one of these actions: 1. Write a letter to the Environmental Protection Agency demanding that they pull these bee-killing pesticides from the U.S. market. Our planet and food supplies depend on it. 2. Cut down or quit using strong, synthetic fertilizers and sprays on your plants and garden. 3. Volunteer for projects to restore natural habitats. This is a great way to help native bees that are part of our ecosystem. 4. Buy local honey because this will support your local beekeeper and also help the native bees. 5. Urge Congress to protect our bee pollinators. 6. Attend the next meeting of Sustainable Rossmoor (Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside) when pesticides and how to reduce dependency on them will be discussed. Source of information from PAN/Pesticide Action Network. Klaudia Sikora can be emailed at [email protected]

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A rts & Leisure Spencer Day trio performs Feb. 10 Baritone/pianist will blend cabaret, storytelling, comedy

The Saddle Cats bring a western touch to next Wednesday’s Spotlight.

Saddle Cats to play for the Spotlight Wednesday The Saddle Cats will perform at the Spotlight on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at noon in the Fireside Room at Gateway. The Saddle Cats are a western swing pocket orchestra that is enlivening cowboy and western music with infectious joy and high spirits. With a repertoire that draws from the rich tapestry of traditional American music, this four-piece ensemble embraces the worlds of swing, cowboy ballads, blues, Tin Pan Alley, honky-tonk, string band music, polka and just about any traditional style under the sun. The Saddle Cats have at their heart the suave, elegant artistry of Bobby Black, whose steel guitar poetics have inspired generations of musicians and fans. His roots go straight back to the honky-tonk era of Hank Williams and Lefty Frizell and he was a key figure in the rediscovery of western swing in the 1960s and ’70s. His membership in such bands as Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen and Asleep at the Wheel was decisive in introducing the

sound of western swing to a new generation of listeners. Black is joined by fiddler and vocalist Richard Chon. The driving rhythm of guitarist Gordon Clegg and the eloquent, rock-solid foundations laid by bassist Bing Nathan support and energize this sleek, silver-toned cowboy outfit, whose repertoire runs from rustic Texas breakdowns to the sophisticated swing concoctions of Benny Goodman and Count Basie, from the high-driving California swing of Bob Wills’ Tiffany Transcriptions and Tex Williams to their own stylish originals. As this is the last Spotlight program for the month of January, a complimentary piece of birthday cake will be presented to residents at the show celebrating a birthday this month. Fiona’s Pantry will offer a wide variety of food items for sale prior to the show, such as sandwiches, salads, doughnuts, cookies and more. The Spotlight is a free program sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.

Sierra Chamber Society presents concert at Grace

The Sierra Chamber Society concert on Sunday, Feb. 7, will feature members of the San Francisco Symphony. The concert is at 3 p.m. at nearby Grace Presbyterian Church, 2100 Tice Valley Blvd. The concert will be preceded at 2 by an introductory lecture and discussion featuring musicologist and lecturer Steven Lowe, program annotator for the Seattle Symphony. He will be joined by Joseph Way who will share his thoughts on his new trio, which will also perform. The program begins with Joseph Haydn’s String Quartet Op. 33, No 3, “The Bird.” This is the third of his so-called Russian quartets dedicated to Grand Duke Paul of Russia. It premiered on Christmas day in 1781 at the Viennese apartment of the duke’s wife. The work will be performed by San Francisco Symphony violinists Yukiko Kurakata and Amy Hiraga with Nanci Severance on viola and Barbara Andres on cello. Next will be heard the premiere of Way’s “Cerulean,” scored for flute, bassoon and piano. It is performed by Julie Mackenzie, principal flute of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra; Rufus Olivier, principal bassoon of the San Francisco Opera Orches-

The Spencer Day Trio will perform on Wednesday, Feb. 10, at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Event Center. Singer-songwriter-pianist Day is known for the versatility and flexibility of his music. He performs shows that infuse elements of cabaret, storytelling and comedy with his piano and vocals. Featuring classic standards including “Groovin,” “A World Without Love,” and “The Look of Love,” reimagined and interpreted in Spencer’s trademark honey baritone voice, his shows reflect his roots in the Great American Songbook, with a contemporary, upbeat twist that has become his signature sound. Audiences around the world have enthusiastically supported Spencer for over 10 years at venues as diverse as Birdland in New York, the Hollywood Bowl, Jazz Alley in Seattle, the Pacific Rim Jazz Festival in Manila, the Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, Tanglewood Music Center in Boston and “The Craig Ferguson Show” on TV. Day has been a perennial favorite in the San Francisco Bay Area and is widely regarded for his original songs that blend compelling melodies, smart lyrics and lush arrangements. Tickets for this concert are $10 in advance at the Recreation Department or at the door if the show does not sell out in advance. This is an Esses Production and is open to all residents Spencer Day and their guests.

Opera Club recital features two sopranos Jan. 31 in the Fireside Room A music recital featuring Joan Natkin and Mary Nee, sopranos, will be on Sunday, Jan. 31, at 4 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Cara Bradbury will serve as accompanist. This is a free event sponsored by the Opera Club of Rossmoor and is open to all Rossmoor residents and their guests. The program includes Italian, German, French, Chinese and American compositions, along with musical theater selections. The well-known arias “Deh vieni non tardar” from “Le Nozze di Figaro” and “O mio babbino caro” from “Gianni Schicchi” will be performed, as will the lovely duet, “Sull’aria” by Mozart. Natkin is a Berkeley native who grew up in a musical household. She studied classical piano both with her mother and at the Alma Schmidt-Kennedy Studio in

Joan Natkin Berkeley. She has sung with several choral organizations in the East Bay and is still active as a piano accompanist. Nee is a native of China, but grew up in Hong Kong and learned to sing at her mother’s knee. She has been in various choirs over the years but is now, for the first time, realizing her dream of receiving classical voice training. Both singers study with Diane Mauch of Rossmoor.

Bradbury is an Iowa native. She holds a bachelor’s degree in music composition from Mills College. She has worked for many years in dance and theater. She has toured and performed nationally for several years with the Lewitzky Dance Company as music director/accompanist and resident composer. Bradbury currently is the accompanist for St. Joseph/ Mission San Jose, the Contra Costa Chorale and the dance depa r tment at Mills College. This recital is an opportunity for club members and guests to hear the process of classical vocal training technique and musicianship. This bel canto singing method is learned by singers aspiring to work in choral music, orchestral and vocal repertoires including concert, opera and some styles of musical theater. Light refreshments will be served.

Dixieland Jazz Club hosts Frisco Jazz

The Dixieland Jazz Club will host Bob Schulz’s Frisco Jazz Band with vocalist Pat Yankee on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Event Center. The evening of music is for listening and/or dancing. Admission is $10 for club members and $15 for guests. Expect a vast array of tunes from Mugsy Spanier to Turk Murphy to Eddie Condon when the Frisco Jazz Band hits the stage. Leader Bob Schulz has listened to – and learned from – all the greats past and present, and that includes the late great Bob Scobey Frisco Jazz Band of the 1950s and early 1960s. Even though Schulz is one of the foremost exponents of the Scobey style of trumpet and is an outstanding vocalist as well, he enjoys treating audiences to various styles, much the way Continued on page 23A the free-spirited Scobey might have done it.

The warm, husky voice of Pat Yankee has charmed jazz listeners for many years. She sang with Turk Murphy’s band at San Francisco’s famous Earthquake McGoon’s. At the Sacramento Jazz Jubilee she was named “Empress of Jazz.” The musicians are: Schulz on cornet, Robert Young on reeds, John Hunt on trombone, Scott Anthony on banjo, Bob Ringwald on piano, Jim Maihack on tuba, and Bill Maginnis on drums. Rossmoor residents, their friends and families are welcome. Those who desire may bring their own libations and/or snacks. There will be a drawing for several door prizes at intermission. Join the club or pay 2016 dues of $30 person at the door. For information, contact Bob Burch at 9341337.

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Soiree des Artistes tonight in the Fireside Club will Fireside Room features John Hopper The Rossmoor Art Association’s (RAA) first Soiree des Artistes of the new year is a retrospective of the life and work of artist John Hopper. The event is Wednesday, Jan. 20, from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Hopper’s work includes oils, acrylics, watercolors and design projects. He is an avid photographer as well. All aspects of his work will be part of the show and conversation. The soiree is one of the most popular events of the RAA. It is an evening of a little night music, wine and refreshments, a wonderful display of the work of one artist and an interview with the artist about his or her work. Music for the evening will be performed by Meriel Ennick on flute and Rosemarie Krovoza on viola. The welcome will be given by Pat Solari, president of the RAA. Anna George will sit in conversation with the artist. Hopper approaches his work with a relaxed and optimistic attitude, looking for innovation, challenge and serendipity. He enjoys exploring marvelous mistakes and astonishing discoveries as water and pigment rush around the paper. He loves washes, skies that are all colors and mixes and waterscapes that are turbulent, calm, reflective and enticing. Born and raised in Seattle, Wash., Hopper attended the University of Washington and San Jose State University. In 1958, his job brought him to the Bay Area. Hopper and his wife, Marilyn, live in Rossmoor. Hopper is an activist and much of his early work focused on visual statements concerning the nuclear arms race, the Korean conflict and the Vietnam War. He has designed many logos, including the logo currently in use for the Mt. Diablo Peace and Justice Center. He has won scholarships and awards for his painting and has been exhibited at the Seattle Art Museum, Frederick and Nelson’s, Carnegie Institute and numerous other private galleries. Locally, he has exhibited at Lafayette studios, John Muir Medical Center and the Lafayette Art and Wine Festival. Currently, he has a solo show at The Body Gallery in San Francisco. He is a member of the Lamorinda Arts Alliance, and is a part time instructor in watercolor at Byron’s Boys Ranch. At Rossmoor, he is about to begin teaching a watercolor class. Hopper worked in the arts as well as in advertising, marketing and graphic design. Early on, he worked as a draftsman, technical illustrator and production artist for top companies in the United States. He then was owner of Image and

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Art by John Hopper, who will be featured tonight at the Rossmoor Art Association Soiree des Artistes Design Inc. in San Francisco, one of the top corporate design firms on the West Coast. Currently, Hopper is president and creative director of Creative Concepts, a graphic arts and advertising agency in Walnut Creek. All members of the RAA

and their friends are invited to this free event. There will be an opportunity to join the RAA at the door; dues are $10 for the year. For information, contact the program chairwoman, Cecelia Wambach, at 415-531-5442 or at [email protected].

The Fireside Club will have a dinner dance on Friday, Feb. 5, in the Fireside Room at Gateway. The evening begins at 6 with hosted cocktails and hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Dinner, by the Creekside Grill, will be served at 7. The menu includes a Caesar salad, braised short ribs with mashed potatoes or a vegetarian choice of mushroom and vegetable risotto. Dessert will be cherry cobbler. Music for dancing and listening pleasure will be provided by the Manny Gutierrez Quartet. The attire is suit and tie for men and cocktail attire for women. The cost is $70 for member couples and $80 for guest couples. Reservation checks, payable to the Fireside Club, may be mailed to Ced Ferrett at 3466 Tice Creek Drive No. 1, Entry 13. Envelopes with a check enclosed may also be dropped into the box outside his manor. Be sure to note the entrée choice on the check. The reservation deadline is Friday, Jan. 29. There will be no refunds after that date. Reservations will be assigned based upon the postmark or receipt of the envelope. The Fireside Club holds dinner dances every other month for Rossmoor members and nonresident member couples who enjoy fine dining, a friendly atmosphere and dancing or listening to live music. Guests are welcome. For information or an invitation to the dinner dance, call the membership chairwoman, Pam Lee, at 932-2323.

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Sunday Dancers begin the year this weekend with first gathering The Sunday Dancers will present the best in ballroom dancing at the Event Center on Jan. 24, from 7 to 9:30 p.m. This event provides an evening of sociability, camaraderie and a variety of ballroom dances. The club provides dance music, which includes, but is not limited to, foxtrot, waltz, rumba, cha cha, samba, tango, West Coast swing, East Coast swing and nightclub two step. Newcomers as well as singles and couples are welcome. The club provides a variety of sodas and water. Also, each person receives a free raffle ticket and a drawing is held at intermission for bottles of wine and See’s Candies. All levels of dancing ability are welcome. This dance is for all who love dancing and for those who want to improve

their dancing skills. Also, for those who would like to take lessons, Sunday Dancers sponsors Gail Enright, Bay Area dance teacher, who teaches beginning- and intermediate-level ballroom dancing on Wednesday afternoons at Hillside Clubhouse. Beginning classes are held from 2 to 3 p.m. and intermediate classes are from 3 to 4. For information, call Enright at 284-1003. Anyone interested in volunteering to help at the Sunday Dancers events may call Bernie Ward at 954-1791. Everyone who has participated in the dance has reported back it was a great experience and they really enjoyed themselves. Volunteering presents an opportunity to meet all the dancers and make new friends. Members of Sunday Danc-

ers may renew their memberships through June 30 or join the Sunday Dancers Club. Current members don’t need to fill out a new application to renew membership, just bring an extra $5 to the dance and inform the cashier. Applications for new membership will also be available at the mail slot in the Gateway Administration offices. The annual dues for Sunday Dancers membership are $5. Members may then attend the dances for $3 per dance. All Rossmoor residents and nonresidents who are nonmembers must pay $5 to attend the dances. At this time, membership is limited to Rossmoor residents only. For information, call the president, Mary Locke, at 2870605; vice president/treasurer, Jane MacGregor, 933-0409; or secretary, Jo Hurst, at 200-2118.

Lapidary and Jewelry Club invites all interested residents, asks members for dues The Rossmoor Lapidary and Jewelry Club dues for 2016 are $15, and are now payable. Anyone who joined the club and paid dues since Nov. 1, 2015, is current for 2016. In addition, locker fees are due. Large lockers are $10, small lockers are $5 and drawers are $10. Members are asked to pay by check. Note “dues” and the locker number on the memo line of the check. New members are asked to complete a membership form available in the Lapidary Studio at Gateway. To be a member in good standing, dues must be paid by Sunday, Feb. 28. Checks may also be given to the supervisor on duty in the Lapidary Studio between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, or Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Checks may also be

placed in the club’s mailbox at Gateway. Note “2016 dues” on the envelope. The Lapidary and Jewelry Club offers opportunities to learn about and work with stones, glass and metals as well as to learn beading techniques. The club has equipment needed for such work, including kilns, grinders, drills and saws. There is also an active beading group with classes available. A class in the basics of glass fusion is planned for early 2016. Those who are looking for a new hobby or who need a place to practice their lapidary, glass or beading skills, should consider joining the club. Meetings are held to keep members informed and to get input. Several social events will be held throughout the year.

Theater Review Shellie Award Winners By Charles Jarrett

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he Shellie Awa r d s ceremony, which honors over 100 individuals who performed, worked on and contributed to the theatrical arts locally in 2015, was held this past weekend at the Lesher Center for the Arts. Ten selected regional companies were honored for their musicals, dramas and comedies. Over the years, theater reviewers and reporters have been asked to assist in presenting awards. Since they are backstage for a portion of the show and do not see all the presentations, the Lesher Center support staff has always faxed or emailed to the reporters and reviewers a compilation listing all of the winners early in the day after the show so that we can meet deadlines. Last year, I did not receive my list of winners until three days after the show and I missed my publication deadline. So this year, I asked ahead of time to get the list promptly. I was told I didn’t have to worry, that this would be taken care of. Consequently, not having come armed with pen and note pad to record the winners in each category, I elected to sit back and enjoy the show. However, I received an email when I arrived home that the winners would only be announced via social media and would not be sent to me. My concern is that most likely Rossmoor residents were not going to go to social media to find out the winners. I’m also concerned that winners and participants were not going to get the stories and headlines applauding their awards. Getting mentioned in the press can be important to small and medium theatrical companies and a lot of them depend heavily on seeing their names, their companies, their successes in the Rossmoor News. After all, Rossmoor residents are big supporters of local theater. It is frustrating that there is a new policy on disseminating information on the winners and that the reviewers were not warned ahead of time. I would have taken notes to make sure I got all the winners if I had known the policy. After searching through several Facebook listings on Sunday, including “M Shellies2016” and “#shellies2016” I did find many photos on Facebook of individuals who attended this event, but no listing of the actual winners. Late Monday morning, the winners finally showed up. Without further ado, here are the winners of the 37th annual Shellie Awards: Center Repertory Theater received six awards as follows: for Outstanding Musical,

“Anything Goes”; Best Actress in a Musical, Molly Bell for her work in “Anything Goes”; Best Actor in a Play, Gabriel Marin for his work in “Mirandolina! Mistress of a Tuscan Inn”; Best Musical Direction, Michael Butler for “Anything Goes” ; Best Costuming in a Play, Victoria Livingston-Hall for “Mirandolina! Mistress of a Tuscan Inn”; and Best Scenic Design in a play, Nina Ball for “Mirandolina! Mistress of a Tuscan Inn.” Town Hall Theater also received five awards as follows: Outstanding Play, “Angels in America: Millennium Approaches”; Best Director for a Play, Joel Roster and Best Supporting Actor in a Play, Dennis Markham, and Best Actress in a Play, Kerri Shawn for their work in “Angels in America: Millennium Approaches”; and Best Supporting Actress in a Musical, Suzie Shepard for “Company.” Contra Costa Musical Theater received four awards as follows: Best Supporting Actor in a Musical, Benjamin Pither for “The Music Man”; Best Actor in a Musical, Noel Anthony for “Music Man”; Best Costuming in a Musical, Liz Martin for “The Music Man”; and shared in a tie for Best Choreography, Jennifer Perry for “The Music Man.” Brentwoo d T he at er Company scored a win with Doug Brown for his work in “Hello Dolly.” Clayton Theater Company scored a win, tying for Best Choreography with La Tonya Watts in “A Trip Down Broadway.” OMG Theater scored a win for Best Musical Direction with Sean Kana for his work on “Dogfight.” Onstage Theater scored a win for Best Actress in a Play, Jennifer Brown Peabody for “Mama Won’t Fly.” Pittsburg Theater also scored a win for Best Lighting Design in a Play with Sunny Shergill’s work on “Greater Tuna.” Not every theater won an award, which only means that there were many, many choices for the judges to consider. I saw many of these shows and while the big winners were very good, there were many stellar performances and excellent productions that I feel might and perhaps should have won and didn’t. The fact remains that there are many fine theatrical productions and many new companies, including one that is completely new to me, such as OMG Theater, which you should consider in 2016. I will work hard to keep you posted on the new theatrical opportunities coming your way this year.

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Concert at Grace Presbyterian features SF Symphony members

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tra; and noted Bay Area pianist Marc Shapiro. Way is an internationally celebrated program annotator for the Sierra Chamber Society; his works are similarly gaining wide attention. “Cerulean” shows the strong influence of jazz and Klezmer styles, full of wit, lyricism and incisive rhythm. The program will conclude with Franz Schubert’s String Quartet No. 13, D. 804, in A minor, “Rosamunde.” It is a beloved masterpiece named for its slow movement, which Schubert had used in orchestral guise for the incidental music to the romantic play, “Rosamunde, Princess of Cypress.” The same musicians who performed the Haydn work will also appear in Schubert’s evergreen masterpiece. The performers Pianist Shapiro is accompanist of the San Francisco Symphony Chorus. He plays principal keyboard with the California Symphony and performs with other ensembles such as Composer’s Inc., San Francisco Choral Artists and San Francisco Chamber Orchestra. He performs at Chamber Music Sundae, the San Francisco Symphony Chamber Music Series and the Mohonk Festival of the Arts in New York. McKenzie is principal flutist of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra and piccoloist for the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra, positions she has held since 1991. She was a graduate of the San Francisco Conservatory of Music where she studied with Lloyd Gowen. She has recorded for the New Albion and Teldec recording labels. She serves on the flute faculty for UC Berkeley. Bassoonist Olivier, a student of David Briedenthal of the Los Angeles Philharmonic, is a member of the Stanford Woodwind Quintet. He serves as principal bassoonist of the San Francisco Opera Orchestra and the San Francisco Ballet Orchestra, and was formerly with the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the San Francisco Symphony. An international soloist and recording artist, he teaches at Mills College and

Great Books discusses ‘Absence’

The Fourth Monday Night Rossmoor Great Books Club will meet Jan. 25 at 7 p.m. in Multipurpose Room 1 at Gateway. The group will discuss “Absence,” by Daniel Alacron. The discussion leader with be David Heflich. There is no charge to participate and all are welcome, but the selection should be read beforehand. For information, contact John A. Marsyla, 817-9422.

Stanford University. Violinist Hiraga is a member of the San Francisco Symphony. A former member of the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra from 1991 to 1999, she performed and recorded with that orchestra as well as the Orchestra of St. Luke’s, the New York Chamber Orchestra and the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra. She has performed as soloist with the Seattle Symphony, Aspen Philharmonia, Solisti of New York, Northwest Chamber Orchestra and the St Luke’s Chamber Ensemble. Violinist Kurakata was a protégé of Jascha Heifetz. She has been a soloist with major orchestras in Japan, including the Japan Philharmonic, Yomiuri Nippon Symphony and Tokyo Symphony. She was the founder and artistic director of the acclaimed Chamber Music/LA Festival of Los Angeles from 1986 to 1995. Kurakata is also a distinguished recitalist, having performed in Tokyo,

The Chamber Music Society rehearses Amsterdam, Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York and Sao Paulo. Severance, viola, has been a member of the San Francisco Symphony since 1981. She is a graduate of the Oberlin Conservatory and holds a master’s degree from Northern Illinois University, where she studied with Bernard Zaslav. She has

been a member of the Cleveland Opera Orchestra and served as principal violist in the Aspen Chamber Symphony and the Spoleto Festival Orchestra. A member of the Donatello String Quartet, she has appeared at the Telluride, Grand Teton and Scaneateles chamber music festivals. She has performed with the Stan-

ford String Quartet and the San Francisco Contemporary Music Players. Tickets are $16 to $24 and are available at the door. Tickets can also be purchased in advanced by calling 322-0994 or going to the website at www.sierrachamber.com. For information, email [email protected].

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Barrie Bieler photo judged best in Photography Club contest By Lynn Letteris Club correspondent

On the first and third Wednesdays of each month, the Rossmoor Photography Club hosts a meeting wherein members who enjoy competition submit their photos, either in the print format viewed in a light box or as a digital presentation where it is shown on a large screen. The competition on Jan. 6 featured the digital categories of Nature and Creative. Prints competed under the

classification of Color and Monochrome. A qualified judge is employed to critique and grade the submissions. This event’s judge was Jim Harais, who at the age of 15, joined his first camera club. Through the auspices of the club, he was able to attend workshops sponsored by renowned photographers. He married, had children and opened an electronic engineering business. He worked his hobby of photography into his business.

He became a member of other camera clubs and specialized in fine art photography. He looks for the story in a photograph and is drawn to images with impact and good composition. The value of competition nights is substantially educational, providing a good learning experience for the photographer that focuses on the use of a camera and its pictorial results. The process is painless to the subm itting photographer and without emba r rassment as

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moving up the scale to intermediate, advanced and finally, masters as they learn their craft. This event’s winners included: Color prints Basic: first place, Robert Adler for ”Grand Tetons” Continued on next page

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Intermediate: first place, David Pierce for “Santa Teddy Bear”; second, Pierce, “Pink Clouds”; and third, Jessica Attiyeh, “Plein Air Pallette” Advanced:first place, Ken Lezin for “Cuban Street”; second, Lezin, “Stairs”; and third, Richard Nicholes, “Finger Rock” Masters: first place, Steve Goodall for “Palace of Fine Arts”; second, John Mentil, “Valley View”; third, Mentil, “End of the Road”; and honorable mention, Jack Zins, “Courtyard at Dusk” and Ojars K ratins, “Boathouses” Creative/projected images Intermediate: first place, Alan Garelick for “Disney Hall”; second, Angie Martin, “Sky Window”; third, Attiyeh, “Youthful Years”; and honorable mention, Pierce, “Lots of Lilies” and Garelick, “Musical Trio” Advanced: first place and best in show, Barrie Bieler for “Oil Paint Texture”; second, Lezin, “First Act”; third, Ed Langthorn, “Eye of the Storm”; and honorable mention, Nicholes, “Blues Brothers” and Langthorn, “Lighthouse” Masters: first place, Kratins for “Unknown Master”; second, K ratins, “The Perch”; third, Zins, “Path”; and honorable mention, Lynn Letteris, “Bottom of the Sea” Monochrome prints Intermediate: first place, Pierce for “Birds in a Tree”; second, Attiyeh, “Beauty”; and third, Pierce, “Oak Tree” Advanced: first place, Nicholes for “Abandoned Building”; second, Lezin, “The Thinker”; and third, Nicholes, “Angry Sky” Masters: first place, Zins for “Cruz de San Jose”; second, Mentil, “Los Angeles View”; and third, Mentil, “Old Barn Road”

Great Books meets Friday, discusses Balzac “Le Grande Breteche” is Balzac’s exploration of lust and the even greater sin of pride. Read and discuss Balzac’s work with the Friday Great Book Group on Jan. 22, at 1 p.m. in the Ivy Room at Dollar Clubhouse. People who enjoy informative and stimulating discussions of brief selected readings, ranging from classics to contemporary, are invited to join the Great Books Group, which meets on the fourth Friday of every month. There is no charge except for the purchase of material selected by the Great Books Foundation. For information, call Joe Ficurelli at 210-1840 or email [email protected].

“Palace of Fine Arts” by Steve Goodall

“Grizzly with Salmon” by Carol Scott

“Grand Tetons” by Robert Adler Nature/projected images Basic: first place, Adler for “Red Cap Cardinal”; second, Adler, “Yellowstone Elk”; and third, Garelick, “Hawaiian Ginger” Intermediate: first place, Attiyeh for “Gathering Pollen”; second, Pierce, “Red Tail Hawk”; third, Martin, “Sunset”; and honorable mention, Pierce, “Black Crown Night Heron” Advanced: first place, Carol Scott for “Grizzly Bear”; second, Bieler, “Star Arcs”; third, Langthorn, “Bull Elk”; and honorable mention, Scott, “Dall Sheep” “Cruz de San Jose” by Masters: first place, Letter- Jack Zins To receive free digital service, order a convertor box or discuss ongoing customer service issues with Comcast, Rossmoor residents should call the following number for help specific to Rossmoor: 1-800-407-2997

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“Red Crested Cardinal” by Lynn Letteris is for “Red Crested Cardinal”; second, Mentil, “Milky Way”; and third, Zins, “Lichen” The club welcomes those who have an interest in learning about their camera and

how satisfying it is to take a good picture. New photographers with entry-level skills are encouraged to join. For information, call Stan or Carol Scott at 934-9998.

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Liz Russell demonstrates pottery style at next Ceramic Arts meeting

This is a photo of avocets, taken by naturalist Bob Lewis.

Bird naturalist/photographer will speak to Photography Club The Rossmoor Photography Club will have as its guest speaker acclaimed naturalist and photographer Bob Lewis. He will appear in the Vista Room at Hillside on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 7 p.m. This is an evening that will be of interest to both bird watchers and camera enthusiasts. Lewis’ specialty is bird photography, and he is renowned in that field. He was president of the Farallon Islands Foundation, board member of the Golden Gate Audubon and is responsible for the adult education program. He teaches birding classes for Audubon in Berkeley and a master birding class at the California Academy of Science in San Francisco. All Rossmoor residents and their guests are invited. New photographers with entry-level skills are encouraged to join. For information, call either Stan or Carol Scott at 934-9998.

The Great Decisions Foreign Policy Service program returns Held Tuesdays at Peacock Hall Great Decisions is an annual national educational program, produced by the Foreign Policy Association in New York that analyzed eight timely U.S. foreign policy topics. In Rossmoor these eight timely topics will be presented and discussed in Peacock Hall on eight consecutive Tuesday mornings beginning on Feb. 2 and ending on March 22. This year the eight topics, which are presented in a briefing booklet and on a DVD are: Middle East alliances; Islamic State; the Kurds; migration; the Koreas’ United Nations; climate change; and Cuba and the United States. The program in Rossmoor, which is sponsored by the Acalanes Adult Education Center and Rossmoor’s Recreation Department, is open to all residents as well as nonresidents. Each Tuesday meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. and end at about 11. The meeting will begin with a 30-minute DVD presentation on one of the topics, followed by a speaker conversant with the topic. There will then be time for questions and discussion.

Because of the program’s popularity and limited seating in Peacock Hall, pre-registration for the series is recommended. Those wishing to register for the entire series and/ or to purchase the briefing book may do so by going to the Acalanes Adult Education Center, Building 100. The center is located at 1963 Tice Valley Blvd., next to Rossmoor, and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Online registration for the entire series is also available at www.acalanes.k12.us/adulted. The fee to register for the entire series is $30. Those not interested in registering for the entire series may register at individual meetings of their choice for a fee of $8 each. The briefing book contains important background information on each topic and pro and con arguments on U.S. policy alternatives and costs $25. It is recommended reading but its purchase is not mandatory for class registration. For information call the Adult Education Center at 2803980 or Bob Enochian at 9471244.

Poetry Circle gathers Feb. 1 The Rossmoor Poetry Circle will meet Monday, Feb. 1, from 3 to 5 p.m. in the Ivy Room at Dollar. Bring 15 copies of a poem by you or someone else. The Poetry Circle exists to provide encouragement and support in the reading and writing of poetry. For information, contact Marc Hofstadter at 300-6474 or at [email protected].

The Ceramic Arts Club’s (CAC) next general meeting will be Tuesday, Feb. 9, at 1 p.m. Following a brief business meeting, there will be a demonstration by Liz Russell. When Russell’s parents bought her aunt’s kick wheel and kiln for a Christmas gift in her senior year of high school, it sparked a passion for making pottery. Later, in the Peace Corps in Paraguay, she learned beekeeping and later incorporated it into her love of pottery, starting the company R Honey Pots: pottery, beekeeping, and bee extraction. She now sells pottery at festivals, craft shows, open studios, galleries and on her website: www.RHoneyPots.com. Her pottery ranges from bowls and mugs to pitchers, teapots, platters and tiles. They are all hand thrown and altered, though Russell is slowly adding more slab work into her creations. She freehand paints her pieces with slip while still green so that she can carve detail into them, scrafitto-style. They are glazed, after bisquing, with her own opalescent glaze. Display change On Monday, Feb. 8, the front window display of the studio will be changed. Any member may bring up to three pieces for this window, to be displayed as space is available (if pieces are large, or if there are too many pieces to fit, there may be space for only one or two pieces per person).

One of Liz Russell’s ceramic pieces. Russell will provide a demo for the CAC meeting. CAC members are asked to leave pottery and sculptures for this new display on the table nearest the windows before noon on Monday, Feb. 14. Each piece must be accompanied by an identifying slip with the artist’s name, phone number and price. The identifying slips, along with instructions for filling them out, are in the blue sale folder that is kept between the two display windows. For information, contact Joy Hicks, 939-3316. Wheel throwing classes Coming soon are two wheel-throwing classes, to be taught by Mark Untener. These will be held on four Saturdays: Feb. 20 and 27 and March 5 and 12. There will be a beginners’ class from 9 a.m. to noon and an intermediate and advanced class from 1 to 4 p.m. Members may sign up on lists posted near the chalk-

board in the CAC Studio. The cost is $65 per person, or $60 for those who sign up and pay by Friday, Feb. 12. Show and tell This months’ informal show-and-tell meeting is on Friday, Jan. 29, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. All members are welcome and encouraged to ask questions or bring one or two pieces of their recent work to show and discuss with the group. Contact: Anne Shulenberger, 9541429. CAC recommends that members and interested individuals check the studio’s website at www.rossmoorceramics.com to see up-to-date information regarding studio membership and a section called “The Scoop” featuring photos of activities going on in the studio. Contact: Shulenberger.

DVC Emeritus College presents class list Emeritus College, the adult community education program based at Diablo Valley College (DVC), has released its spring schedule of classes. The catalogue includes many new classes, including several to be held at Rossmoor in the coming months. The Rossmoor classes are as follows: Introduction to Zentangle, Tuesdays, Feb. 16 and Feb. 23, from 2 to 4 p.m. The Zentangle Method is an easy-to-learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns that increase focus and creativity. Creekside Clubhouse, Fairway Room. $30 ($12 materials fee, payable to instructor). Instructor, Georgianna Klein. From Peddlers to Merchant Princes: The German Jewish Immigration Experience, Thursdays, Feb. 18 through April 7 (some dates skipped) from 10 a.m. to noon. This class will

cover the history of German Jews in their transition from peddlers of the “Old Country” to the well-known American merchants of today. Creekside Clubhouse, Club Room. $72 ($68 EC member). Instructor, Ken Blady. The History and Music Behind the San Francisco Symphony, Wednesday, March 9 from 10 a.m. to noon. This class will chronicle the early history of the SF Symphony from its beginning years to today, including DVD performances and commentary by the current musical director, Michael Tilson Thomas. Creekside Clubhouse, Fairway Room. $20 ($18 EC member). Instructor, Irwin Tallarico. More classes are scheduled for later dates. Early registration is encouraged for popular classes. For information, and to become an Emeritus member, view the catalog online at www.dvc.edu/emeritus, call 969-4316 or email [email protected] to request a paper brochure.

Democrats’ Book Club reads ‘The Prize’

The Democrats of Rossmoor Book Club will meet on Monday, Feb. 1, at 3 p.m. in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway to discuss the book “The Prize,” by Dale Russakoff. This book is the story of how two politicians, the then mayor of Newark, Cory Booker, and governor of New Jersey, Chris Christie, joined hands with billionaire Mark Zuckerberg and tried to use $200 million of

philanthropic money to save Newark’s failing public school system. Convinced that the system, dominated by entrenched bureaucracy and the teachers’ union was corrupt, they attempted a top down approach. In her book, Russakoff tells the tale of how these well-meaning efforts ran into a block of union and community opposition whose leaders resented not being informed or

consulted about a process that affected their livelihoods, children and communities. This book asks questions about providing a decent education to children who live in neighborhoods beset by poverty and violence, the best method to do this and if it is indeed possible. These issues and more will be covered at the meeting. For information, contact Jane Walter at 945-1429.

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Learn about two African safaris Tuesday Round Dance Club will teach beginning cha-cha

Ralf Parton will discuss his two safaris to Africa this year during a presentation on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at 1 p.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway. One safari is a regular Overseas Adventure Travel tour limited to 16 participants and covers an itinerary from Victoria Falls to Cape Town. The other safari is the 16th annual one from Rossmoor to Kenya, also limited to 19 par-

ticipants. The itinerary is primarily geared to Africa’s wildlife. Tour members will witness the annual mass migration of two million large animals as they cross the Mara River on their 1500-mile trek across the plains of the vast Serengeti. Attendees will also see the film, “Africa the Serengeti,” narrated by the award winning actor James Earl Jones.

Ellen Duffy teaches Tuesday sewing class on how to make shopping bags Now that free shopping bags are no longer given out by merchants in Walnut Creek and many other cities, shoppers must carry their own bags as they have for years in Europe. Ellen Duffy will hold a four-week class in bag making Tuesdays, Feb. 2, 9, 16 and 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Art

Studio at Gateway. The cost will be $5. Beginning sewers are welcome. Bring a washed pillow case and take home a finished bag the first day. Attendees will also make a reversible tote bag, a drawstring bag and a backpack bag or a bag of their choice. There will be a sign-up

sheet on the back bulletin board of the studio with a list of needed supplies, such as needles, thread, bobbin, tape measure, seam gauge, pins and pincushion, scissors or a roller blade and ruler, seam ripper, thread cutter and chalk or washable marker. For information, call Duffy at 937-5151.

Rossmoor resident to teach class on Nobel laureates at Cal State campus A series of courses on Nobel laureates will be taught by Rossmoor resident Laura Bernell. The courses are offered by the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the Cal State East Bay, Concord campus, 4700 Ygnacio Valley Road. The series will be held on Tuesdays, March 15, 22 and 29 and April 5, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. The first in the series explores Portuguese laureate Jose Saramago’s novel, “The Cave.” This is a parable about the fragility of civilization and the uselessness of “things.” It is set in a city where the economic and ethical system rewards short-term solutions. The course will include the author’s Nobel

laureate acceptance speech and lively classroom enjoyment and illumination of this charming, if not enigmatic novel. Saramago won fame in the English-speaking world with the publication of the novel, “Baltasar and Blimunda,” two decades ago. His subsequent novels earned him a reputation for versatility and a challenging ambiguity. They also won him a Nobel Prize. Bernell has a master’s degree in literature from Santa Clara University. The fee is $48 for Osher Lifelong Learning Institute members and $66 for nonmembers. For registration, call the institute at 602-6776 or visit scholarolli.com.

First Friday Forum topic Feb. 5 at LOPC is health care for children Dr. Bertram Lubin, president and CEO of UCSAF Children’s Hospital Oakland, will be the speaker at First Friday Forum (FFF), Feb. 5, at 1:30 p.m. at the Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church, 49 Knox Drive, Lafayette, with refreshments in Fellowship Hall at 1. “Social Determinants of

Illness in Children – the New Way to Approach Health Care for Children” will be his topic. Lubin’s research career in pediatrics has spanned 50 years. His work has led to basic clinical and social advancements that have improved the lives of countless children and adults locally and globally with a particular focus on un-

The Round Dance Club offers cha-cha classes on Sundays, Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28 and March 6, 13 and 20, from 4 to 5 p.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle. The class is suitable for beginners. All dances taught will be pre-choreographed and cued (prompted). This approach to dancing is nicknamed “round dancing.” Many people find it easier to learn this way since they don’t have to make up their own choreography – they can focus on learning the steps and having fun. Once some basic dance steps have been learned, students may apply their skills at dance parties, move on to regular freestyle ballroom classes or continue on to higher levels of round dancing. The cost of the lessons is $4 per person, payable at the door. Students who want to pay in advance may purchase 12 lessons for $40 and continue on with slow two step, jive and swing in coming months. The 12 lessons do not expire – they may be used at any time and unused lessons are refundable upon request. Preregistration is suggested. For information or to register, contact club President Jay Rosenthal at 943-7173 or email at [email protected]. Practice sessions are also offered on Mondays from 6 to 6:55 p.m. in the Las Trampas

Jay and June Rosenthal will teach the cha-cha Room at Hillside Clubhouse. The sessions provide a chance to review the dances and steps that were covered the previous day. These sessions are free to those who attended the preceding Sunday class; otherwise, there is a $4 charge. For additional fun and practice, monthly dances are held on the second Thursday of every month from 7 to 9:30 p.m. in the Las Trampas Room. Dances in various rhythms and levels of difficulty are offered, from beginning to advanced. At this time, the club is only able to accept Rossmoor residents into classes. Couples and singles are welcome, although there are usually more single women than men. The club does not practice mandatory partner rotation. Samesex couples are welcome.

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The New Rijksmuseum: Years of Metamorphosis

‘The Intern’ is Thursday, Friday comedy

Specialized appeal By R.S. Korn One of the great museums of the world, the original Rijksmuseum, the National Museum of the Netherlands, was founded in 1800. In 2001 the government gave funding to essentially demolish the interior of the building and completely renovate it. Thirteen years later it opened as the New Rijksmuseum and the story of why it took so long is the main subject of this documentary, but it also introduces some of its personnel and the complex inner workings of the institution. Oeke Hoogendijk, a Dutch filmmaker, was asked by the museum to photograph the process. She uses a technique very much like that of Frederick Weisman, the American filmmaker. There is no narrator. Instead the camera functions as the eye of the viewer. The political issues regarding the renovations began when the architectural plans were presented to the public. There had been a competition for the re-design which two Spanish architects, Antonio Cruz and Antonio Cruz, won, largely because they had come up with a solution to the problem of creating a single entrance to the complex. What the judges hadn’t counted on were the bicyclists, a potent political force. They contend that the architects have eliminated the bike way, or, alternatively, that they have created a passageway that is unsafe. The bikes win. The embittered architectural team eventually comes up with a substitute plan, but one less elegant than the original, finding it ironic that the ingenious solution which was the reason for their original winning the commission, has now has been eliminated. The Urban Aesthetics Committee also has to give its approval. While these debates go on, all the renovation work comes to a complete standstill. Then, when the construction estimates are presented, they are vastly over the amount of money allocated. Finally, the director general quits, retiring to his new apartment in Vienna with his partner to enjoy cultural life instead of fighting for it. For the interior design, the French firm of Jean-Michel Wilmotte, is consulted. Something of a prima donna, he is seen dozing off while his young assistant is proudly showing his proposals for the wall cabinets to hold the smaller objects. Another of his ideas, painting the entire museum walls black, is rejected by the new director general, Wim Pighes. The museum owns over a million works of art stored in the Depot Lelystad, where they rest until they are removed either for restoration or, eventually, to be displayed. Although the museum is closed, the curators are making decisions for the day it will open in terms of which works will be shown, as well as how and where. The camera follows the curators as they visit the holdings, asking that a given masterpiece be pushed out on its metal bars so that it can be examined and discussed. The years pass. The building may be an empty shell, but the restorers continue their meticulous efforts. As they finish removing the last layer of work on a giant panel of burghers from the Golden Age of Dutch painting, a group of curators stand transfixed watching as the faces of the men emerge, as fresh as if they were alive. The heart of the holdings are from the 17th century, including its most iconic painting, Rembrandt’s “Night Watch.” There are other Rembrandts as well as treasures by Vermeer, Frans Hals, Jan Steen, van Ruisdael, occasional glimpses of which are seen. As much as is owned by the museum, collecting continues. The curator of contemporary art wants to acquire a certain work that is being sold at auction. He determines how high he can go and waits by telephone to hear if his bid is successful. The curator of Asian works has found a set of temple guardian statues from Japan. He visits the temple in the remote area where they originally stood. It has been long abandoned and has deteriorated badly. The statues, enormous, fierce and frightening, somehow survived. Once again, the camera is there as they are packed, shipped, unwrapped and erected, ready to perform their duties in their new home. They are welcomed with a ritual ceremony performed by Japanese monks and, at long last, the New Rijksmuseum opens to the public. This is a 2013 film, not rated, and is available from Netflix.

Whether going on a one-day trip or multiple-day journey, please be considerate about using Gateway parking spots. Or better, use a Rossmoor bus or carpool with a friend to get to Gateway.

The 2015 comedy “The Intern,” starring Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Thursday, Jan. 21, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m.; and on Friday, Jan. 22, at 10 a.m. and 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Language captions will be utilized on Thursday at 1 and 7 and on Friday at 10 and 1. Agreeing to participate in a community out-

reach program, e-commerce entrepreneur Jules Ostin (Hathaway) hires a 70-year-old intern (DeNiro) who ends up bringing his special brand of business savvy to her fashion enterprise. This film is two hours long and is rated PG13. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.

Marlon Brando, Sophia Loren star in Saturday’s ‘A Countess From Hong Kong’ The 1967 drama “A Countess From Hong Kong,” starring Marlon Brando and Sophia Loren, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Saturday, Jan. 23, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. The showings at 1 and 4 will feature language captions. Leaving Hong Kong after

a stopover, an American diplomat (Brando) discovers a stowaway in his stateroom, the Countess Natascha Alexandra (Loren), whose family has fled from Russia. Fearful of losing his job, he tries to keep his new roommate hidden while they both try to keep from falling

in love. This film was legendary actor/director Charlie Chaplin’s last film. This film is one hour and 48 minutes long and is rated G. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.

Saturday’s comedy is ‘Clear History’ The 2013 comedy “Clear History,” starring Larry David and Jon Hamm, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Sunday, Jan. 24, at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 will feature language captions. Ten years after a business disaster leads him to change his name and go into island exile, Nathan

Flomm (David) is drawn back into his bitter past. When his former boss appears on the same island to renovate his vacation home, Flomm vows to get revenge. This film is one hour and 39 minutes long and is rated R. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.

Sondheim at Carnegie featured Monday The 1993 musical program “Sondheim: A Celebration at Carnegie Hall” will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Monday, Jan. 25, at 4 and 7 p.m. This film does not have language captions. Broadway stars such as Liza

Minnelli, Patti LuPone, Betty Buckley, Glenn Close, Bernadette Peters and many others pay tribute to one of the Great White Way’s most prolific and talented composers: Stephen Sondheim. Many of the performers have interpreted Sond-

heim’s words before in previous productions. This film is one hour and 25 minutes long and is not rated. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.

‘The End of the Tour’ shows Wednesday The 2015 drama “The End of the Tour,” starring Jason Segel and Jesse Eisenberg, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 will feature language captions. In 1996, reporter David Lipsky accompanied acclaimed author David Foster Wallace on a

five-day promotional tour, which is chronicled in this drama that focuses on the bond they formed through casual and profound discussions. This film is one hour and 46 minutes long and is rated R. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.

Republicans present ‘The Sandlot’ today The Republican Club will show “The Sandlot” on Wednesday, Jan. 20, at 4 p.m. in Peacock Hall. All Rossmoor residents are invited. This 1993 comedy stars Tom Guiry, Mike Vitar and Patrick Rena. In the summer of

1962, a new kid in town is taken under the wing of a young baseball prodigy and his team. Together they get into adventures involving rival teams and a junkyard dog. Even those who aren’t baseball fans will appreciate this

heart-warming and nostalgic story. This film is free to all Rossmoor residents. It runs 118 minutes, is rated PG and will be shown with language captions. For information, call Joan Leonard at 322-5744.

MEICOR to show ‘Exodus’ twice in February “Exodus: The Birth of a Nation” will be shown in Peacock Hall from 4 to 6 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 1, and Wednesday, Feb. 3. The 1960 blockbuster film “Exodus,” earned several Oscar nominations and was written by blacklisted writer Dalton Trumbo, the subject of the current SAG and Golden Globes nominated film “Trumbo.” Based on the Leon Uris novel, “Exodus” encapsulates the climate and environment in a Jewish world emerging from the terrible ashes of Europe, validating Jewish peoplehood, and instilling a sense of Jewish empowerment at the founding of the State of Israel. The film opens in Cyprus, where thousands of European Jewish refugees are being detained by the British. Ari Ben Canaan, a commander

of the Israeli underground (played by Paul Newman ) manages to lead 600 Jews from the detention camps of Cyprus onto a larger freighter bound for Palestine against orders of the British forces, causing the ship’s passengers to risk their lives for the cause of Israeli independence. Shot on location in Cyprus and Israel, the cast also included Eva Marie Saint, Sal Mineo, Peter Lawford, Lee J. Cobb and others. The Oscar-winning score by Ernest Gold could be heard on the radio for months following the film’s release. This presentation, and all MEICOR presentations, are free and open to all Rossmoor residents and their guests who want to learn about the history, challenges and current events in Israel and the Middle East. For information, call Karolyn Rim Stein at 707-845-9888.

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Residents invited to Opera Club films By Gene Gordon Club correspondent

In February, the Rossmoor Opera Club will present two films in Peacock Hall at Gateway, both with great heldentenor Lauritz Melchior. A heldentenor is a heroic tenor with a rich, dark and dramatic voice – a powerful Wagnerian voice. The two films to be shown, however, are not at all serious operas, but frivolous musicals. “Two Sisters from Boston” will be screened on Monday, Feb. 1, at 7 p.m. It features Kathryn Grayson as a proper Boston young lady who wants to become a star in New York’s Metropolitan Opera. To pay for singing lessons, however, she performs in a Bowery beer hall. When she does arrive at the Met, she meets the Melchior character whose voice is the quintessence of the heldentenor. Tristan, Siegfried, Siegmund, Parsifal, Tannhauser… Melchior is the standard by which all Wagnerian tenors are judged. In this film, Melchior sings from “Lohengrin” and also from “The Student Prince.” He sings “Jeg Elsker Dig,” “Liebestraume,” the “Hungarian Rhapsody,” “The House I Live In,” and in an opera made-up from Mendelssohn melodies. “Thrill of a Romance” will be shown on

Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. Esther Williams plays a beautiful swimming teacher who marries a man obsessed with high finance. On their honeymoon, the couple checks into a luxury hotel in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. But the husband abruptly leaves his bride to go off on an important business trip. The abandoned wife meets a soldier, played by Van Johnson. A delicious forbidden romance unfolds. At this hotel, there happens to be a guest, played by Melchior, who breaks out in song at the clink of a cocktail glass. He sings “Lonely Night,” “Ich Liebe Dich,” “Vive L’Amour,” “I Want What I Want When I Want It,” Leoncavallo’s “Mattinata,” “Vesti la giubba” from “I Pagliacci,” and “Please Don’t Say No, Say Maybe.” And so a great deal of classical and opera music is heard after all in these two frivolous films. Melchior, born in Denmark in 1890, was the pre-eminent Wagnerian tenor of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s. At the Metropolitan Opera he sang 519 performances of Wagnerian roles between 1926 and 1950. All Rossmoor residents and their guests are invited to the two films. A dollar donation will be requested and a raffle held. For information, call Gene Gordon at 934-3204.

Shakespeare Society opens its film series To commemorate the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare, the Rossmoor Shakespeare Society will present, through the year 2016, 12 of the best Shakespeare movies ever made. From the 410 films based on Shakespeare’s plays, Laurence Olivier’s “Hamlet” has been chosen as the first film to begin the series. It will be screened on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at 7 p.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway. Olivier adapted the play, starred in the film, and directed it as well. His “Hamlet” was granted four Academy Awards, including Best Actor for Olivi-

er. He is the only actor to win an Oscar for a Shakespearean role. Hamlet is especially tormented by the treachery of his mother. When his father’s spirit appears to Hamlet and reveals that he was murdered by his brother, the young prince sees so much evil around him that he nearly commits suicide. Hamlet’s disillusion in women shatters his romance with the young and lovely Ophelia, played by Jean Simmons. Eileen Herlie played Hamlet’s mother, and she, when the film was made, was only 28 years old. Olivier, however, who played her son, was 40.

Olivier magnified the Oedipal implications of the play. Several times he kisses his mother lovingly on the lips. Olivier took many liberties with the text. He cut from Shakespeare’s play close to half the dialogue, and he completely eliminated two important characters. The four-hour play was diminished by nearly two hours. All Rossmoor residents and their guests are invited to this inaugural film of the year-long anniversary tribute to Shakespeare. A $1 donation will be requested and a raffle held. For information, call Gene Gordon at 934-3204.

DAOR Berkeley Rep talk is on ‘Aubergine’ The fourth Berkeley Repertory Theatre docent presentation of the 2015-16 season will be on Tuesday, Feb. 9, from 3 to 4 p.m. in the Club Room at Creekside Clubhouse. The overview is about “Aubergine” by Julia Cho. The world premiere was commissioned by Berkeley Rep and is directed by Tony Taccone. All are welcome to this free presenta-

tion hosted by the Drama Association of Rossmoor. The play runs from Feb. 5 through March 20 at Peet’s Theatre, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Addison Street, Berkeley. For tickets call the box office at 510-647-2949. For information on the docent presentation, call Joanna Kraus at 939-3658.

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ORT shows ‘Outrageous Sophie Tucker’ Feb. 9 The documentary, “The Outrageous Sophie Tucker,” will be shown on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at 1 p.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway. The film is sponsored by ORT. This is a rag to riches story of one of showbiz’s biggest personalities, from 1906 through the beginning of television. The amazing archival footage entertains and informs. The film features revelations from

Tucker’s personal scrapbooks. The documentary chronicles her bold and often infamous life. Also included are candid reminiscences from a gallery of colleagues and admirers, such as Barbara Walters and Tony Bennett. The movie is 96 minutes and has English subtitles. A $1 donation will be appreciated to support ORT’S 235 schools in 60 countries, educating 300,000 students.

Companions Club presents documentary ‘Being Mortal’ The next Companions Club meeting will be Friday, Jan. 22, from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside. The film “Being Mortal,” which explores how the medical profession can better help people navigate the final chapters of their lives, will be shown. The film illustrates how to live a good life with confidence, direction and purpose all the way to the very end. Following the film, handouts listing discussion questions about end-of-life issues will be distributed. This is the first of the Companions Club education meetings for this year. Updated bylaws will be distributed at this meeting. This meeting is for Rossmoor Companions Club members only and all members are encouraged to attend. Rossmoor Companions Club members are neighbors helping neighbors; residents supporting residents. Services include cooking, assistance after a hospital stay, personal care, driving to appointments or shopping, animal care and many other tasks. For information call 357-1120 or visit the website at www. rossmoorcompanions.com.

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Menu for Jan. 29 Call 988-7703 for a reservation Friday Lunch is served at a suggested donation of $2. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. at Hillside. Reserve a space for Friday Lunch for the following week in person right after lunch, or call 988-7703 no later than Wednesday by noon. To cancel a reservation, call 988-7703. Please leave name and phone number when cancelling. If you are unable to make lunch, cancel your reservation so another resident can take your place. The menu: Beef stew; steamed broccoli; mixed green salad with Thousand Island dressing; biscuit; and strawberry gelatin with whipped topping Options: Hamburger plate or chef’s salad. Please specify the entree of your choice; otherwise, you will receive the menu item for that day.

RAA’s member exhibit at Gateway to change Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) members are invited to submit up to three pieces of their current artwork for exhibit and sale from Sunday, Feb. 7, to Sunday, June 5, at Gateway. New works will be taken in from 10 a.m. until noon in the Oak Room on Feb. 7. Paintings and drawings in all media are welcome. The preferred size for artwork to hang at Gateway is between 14 by 18 inches and 48 by 50 inches. Do not submit images of nudes or religious icons. Entry forms for the Gateway exhibit are available online at www.rossmoorart.com or in Art Studio 1. Artists should complete all paperwork before bringing their artwork to Gateway. Identification labels must be

affixed to the back of each painting. Refer to the RAA exhibit guidelines posted on the Art Studio bulletin board, on page 8 of the membership directory, and online at www.rossmoorart.com. Artwork on paper should be presented in simple, gallery-type framing. When mats are used, they should be neutral in color and proportionately sized. Paintings requiring surface protection should be covered with acrylic and not glass. Work on canvas may be framed or unframed, but unframed work should be finished on all sides to harmonize with the work. Neatly secured wiring is required on all pieces – no saw-tooth hangers. For guidance, see the website for contact information.

Members who currently have artwork hanging at Gateway are asked to pick up their pieces between 10 a.m. and noon on Sunday, Feb. 7. Those who cannot pick up their own artwork during those hours should make arrangements with a friend to retrieve their works at that time. Anyone submitting artwork must be a current member of the RAA. Membership applications are available in Art Studio 1 or online at www.rossmoorart.com. Annual dues are $10. Checks should be made payable to RAA and sent to 1001 Golden Rain Road or placed in the Art Association mailbox in the Gateway Administration office. There is no other charge for exhibiting artwork.

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WC Library presentation is on Drama Association presents Naked Stage how Japan inspired Western art This year, in addition to two or three ma- directing, producing, stage craft and othAn Asian Art Museum docent will talk about the San Francisco museum’s exhibition, “Looking East: How Japan Inspired Monet, Van Gogh and Other Western Artists.” Pauline Tsui will give an illustrated presentation on Wednesday, Feb. 3, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the Oak View Room at the downtown Walnut Creek Library, 1644 N. Broadway. Tsui has been a docent for more than 10 years, sharing her Asian heritage and art experience during docent-led tours and presentations. Tsui is also a children’s book author, illustrator and designer of collectible multicultural dolls. Sponsored by the Walnut Creek Library Foundation, this is a free program. Reservations are recommended and can be made online at www.wclibrary.org/live. Live! from the Library, produced by the foundation, features free public lectures, literary events and cultural programs at the downtown Walnut Creek and Ygnacio Valley libraries. For information about this and other programs, visit the website at www.WCLibrary.org, or call 935-5395. Following centuries of self-imposed isolation, Japan opened its ports to international trade in the 1850s, sparking a craze for Japanese art in Europe and North America. The prints, paintings and other works coming out of Japan also captured the eye of Western artists. Juxtaposing masterpieces of Western art and rare works by prominent Japanese artists, “Looking East” reveals new styles that developed as each culture inspired the other. “Looking East” is on display at the Asian Art Museum through Sunday, Feb. 7. The exhibition features more than 170 objects that are drawn from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The Asian Art Museum is the final stop on this exhibition’s international tour. For information and tickets, visit www.asianart.org.

Italian-American Club to host February dinner/dance The Italian-American Club dinner dance will be Friday, Feb. 12, in the Event Center. The hosted bar will open at 5:15 p.m. and wine will be served. A five course meal, catered by Il Pavone, will be served at 6:15. The family style dinner will include an antipasto, mixed salad (mista), pasta and pot roast with polenta and vegetables. The Manny Gutierrez Band will play dancing music, including the “Tarantella.” The cost is $32 for members and $38 for guests. Send

reservation checks to Berta Messina at 2666 Saklan Indian Drive No. 8. Those who want to be seated together must send checks and names in the same envelope. Deadline for reservations is Friday, Feb. 5. Dinners can also be picked up the day of the dinner before noon and the person to contact is Kathy Johnson. The preferred attire is a coat and tie for men and classy chic for women. For membership information, go to www.Italianamercanclub.org or call Sandra Cavallo at 930-9310.

Pay International Club dues International Club dues for 2016 are now payable. Dues are $20 per person and must be submitted no later than Monday, Feb. 1, to be included in the 2016 membership directory. The application form can be found on the International Club website, www.ic-rossmoor.org. The application may be deposited in the International Club mailbox at Gateway or mailed to the International Club at

1001 Golden Rain Road. Events will be held in March, June, August, October and November. Each event will include a performance by singers, dancers, and musicians representing the culture of the featured country and a catered dinner themed to the country. In the months there is not a scheduled event, there will be discussion group meetings on various topics presented by members.

Second Tuesday Lunch to meet The Second Tuesday Luncheon Club will have its Valentine’s luncheon on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Dollar Clubhouse. The social hour will begin at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be served at noon. The menu includes a green salad, pork medallions with cherry sauce, potatoes au gratin and carrots, with double chocolate brownies for dessert. Hostesses for this event are Yvonne O’Drain and Bernice Woodhead. The cost is $15 and includes wine and sparkling cider. For reservations, call O’Drain at 937-0481. The reservation deadline is Wednesday, Feb. 3. A reminder, the reservation must be paid the day of the luncheon. The Second Tuesday Luncheon Club meets every second Tuesday of the month, September through June. All Rossmoor women are invited to join for friendship, fellowship and good food.

jor play productions with sets, props and costumes, the Drama Association of Rossmoor (DAOR) is initiating a new presentation format for live theater called Naked Stage. Naked Stage will present a series of notable, full-length plays performed by actors dressed in black, sitting on stools and referring to a script that is set before them on a music stand. Solely through the use of voice, gestures, facial and body language, the actors will convey the dramatic or comedic atmosphere the play is meant to evoke. In the absence of sets, movement, costumes and props, audiences will be encouraged to use their imagination to “dress” the Naked Stage. By not requiring actors to memorize their parts; by reducing rehearsal time; and by eliminating high production costs for scenery, costumes and props, DAOR will be able to offer a greater variety of challenging and entertaining plays. Naked Stage will provide opportunities for DAOR members, who might be hindered by memory or mobility issues, to express their acting talent via a more accommodating venue. In addition, Naked Stage will provide a training ground for those wishing to learn

er skills vital to the success of a theatrical production. The first Naked Stage production will be Neil Simon’s comedy “Brighton Beach Memoirs.” Directed by Linda Kelp, this play will be performed on Friday, March 18, at 2 and 7 p.m. in the Las Trampas Room. Set in the 1930s, it explores the life of Eugene, who dreams of baseball and girls yet must cope with the mundane existence of his family life in Brooklyn: formidable mother, overworked father and his worldly older brother Stanley. Throw into the mix his widowed Aunt Blanche, her two young (but rapidly aging) daughters and it’s Simon at his poignant, comic best. Open auditions for the casting of “Brighton Beach Memoirs” will be held Monday, Feb. 1, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Las Trampas Room at Hillside. Auditions are open to all Rossmoor residents. To make an audition reservation, contact Kelp at [email protected]. The audition will consist of reading scenes from the play. Those auditioning are requested to bring a resume of their acting experience, but a photograph is not required.

Sunday Salon’s YIT is at Scott’s The Rossmoor singles group, Sunday Salon, will have its next weekly Yea It’s Thursday (YIT) on Jan. 21 at 4:45 p.m. at Scott’s Seafood restaurant in Walnut Creek. Subsequent YITs will be at the Bistro at the Lafayette Park Hotel on Jan. 28 and Vic Stewart’s on Feb. 4. Come join Sunday Salon members and guests for a fun and casual event that is open to everyone. Enjoy cocktails and a light dinner from the bar menu. No reservations are necessary. For information, call Bill Race at 459-0960. The next Dining-Out Club event will be Thursday, Feb. 11, at 6 p.m. at the Havana

Restaurant, located at 1516 Bonanza St. in Walnut Creek. Seating is limited, so reservations are required. This event is open to anyone who wants to join Sunday Salon members for this dining out experience. This is a bi-monthly event that is held at various fine restaurants in the area. For information or reservations, call Jim Woolett at 287-0468 or at 415-990-9101. Plans are now being made for the next Dinner at Dollar on Sunday, Feb. 21. It will be a game night with pizza, beer and wine. Bring a favorite board game. Details to follow. The next dining in event will be for members only on Satur-

day, Jan. 23. There is a host and a cook for each home and they select the theme and menu for the six to eight attendees. Dinner club events are coordinated by the Dinner Club Committee, chaired by Norma Van Cott, 938-4104. A game night for members and guests is in the works. Details will be announced later. Sunday Salon is an active social organization for single men and women who enjoy a variety of activities. Members also attend various art, movie and local theatre events. Membership dues are now being accepted. For membership information, call Dionne Williams at 933-9077.

Sewing Arts Club asks for member dues Dues are being collected for the Rossmoor Sewing Arts Club. The club is the umbrella organization that sponsors the Needle Workers, the Knitters, the Stitchers, the Quilters and those who sew independently. In addition, the club provides supervisors in the Sewing Studio at Gateway to orient members to the machines and assist them with independent sewing projects. Current members and those who want to become a member may pay the yearly dues of $5 to any of the supervisors. Those who want to become part of any of the groups or who want to use the Sewing Studio for their personal projects need to be

a member of the club. In order to be listed in the 2016 membership roster, dues must be paid no later than Friday, Jan. 15. The club holds a short business meeting each quarter for members. The first meeting for 2016 is on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at 10:15 a.m. in the Fairway Room at Creekside. Note that this is a new meeting location. All members are encouraged to attend the meeting. There will be a raff le for a door prize. Refreshments will be courtesy of the Stitchers. For information about the Rossmoor Sewing Arts Club, contact the president, Celia Reyes, at 210-1774.

Renew membership for Wine and Food Society to enjoy planned 2016 events The Rossmoor Wine and Food Society enjoyed a memorable year with brunch at Moss Beach, an outdoor dinner party in June, memorable wine trips and wine and craft beer tasting events. The club’s goal is to keep on producing memorable events that bring members together for friendship, laughter, great food and wine and to do so

in a way that keeps the cost within reach. Plans for 2016 include a new dining experience outside of Rossmoor on Thursday, Feb. 4; Rossmoor dinners on Thursdays, June 23 and Dec. 8; winery trips on Thursdays, April 7 and Oct. 13; and wine tasting events on Thursdays, March 3 and Aug. 11.

Limited membership preserves the quality of these events. Members have the first priority to renew membership for 2016. Dues are $25 per person, per calendar year. Membership forms are available in the club mailbox at Gateway. For information, call Louise Ng at 997-3335 or email [email protected].

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Classified ads in the Rossmoor News are a minimum of $12.50 for 30 words or less for nonresidents and $8 for residents. Each additional word is 25¢. Phone numbers are one word. Discount rates available for long-term ads. Payment must be made at the time the ad is placed. Place classified ads at the News office located at the Creekside complex, or mail to 1006 Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94595. Classified ads can be emailed to newsdesk@ rossmoor.com or faxed to 925988-7862. Staff will call back for payment information and ad confirmation. The ad deadline is Friday at 10 a.m. for each Wednesday edition. Deadline changes due to holidays will be printed in the News. For information, call the News Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 9887800.

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70 Wanted COINS GOLD, SILVER BOUGHTExperienced buyer of estates, collections and accumulations of American coins, foreign coins and gold jewelry. Professional, courteous service. Rossmoor house calls since 1978. Please call Joseph T. Silva 925-372-8743. WANTED: OLD AMERICAN INDIAN baskets, rugs and blankets, pottery, beadwork or other artifacts; also California and Southwest paintings; highly qualified and professional. Personal and corporate references available upon request. 707-996-1820. ESTATE LIQUIDATION- Full-service estate liquidation. Complete or partial household. Experts in antiques, furniture and art. Trusted family business for over 40 years. Call the professionals at Hudson’s Estate Liquidations. 510-645-5844. Free assessment. Fully insured. License 2451174. I BUY 1950S FURNITURE! Danish modern, Widdicomb, Herman Miller, Knoll, Dunbar, etc. One piece or entire estate! Highest prices paid. $ $ $ . Call Rick, 510 -219 -9644. Fast, courteous house calls. BUYING JEWELRY: Mexican/Navajo turquoise, costume, rhinestone, sterling and watches. Monica at Sundance Antiques, 2323 Boulevard Circle, Walnut Creek, 925930-6200. Anything old!

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40 Autos For Sale 2 0 0 8 N I S SAN ALT I MA HYBR I D Loaded, clean. 33 MPG. 84,500 miles. Original owner, Rossmoor resident. $ 9,500. Call Don, 925945-8799.

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50 Carports & Garages For Rent CARPORT ON ROCKLEDGE LANE Entry 6. $45/month, six months in advance, January and July. Storage locker not included. Please call Carol Graham, 937-1399.

65 For Sale SELLING ENTIRE CONTENTS of 2-bedroom unit asap. Beautiful dining room table (light mahogany) plus 6 chairs and extensions; china hutch with light; many paintings; small desk; dishes; and beautiful lamps. Gorgeous, small Yamaha white spinet piano, plays beautifully! For information and appointment, call 938-4388. Leave a message or email patriciaweaver70@ comcast.net. YAMAHA GOLF CART Gasoline powered, 2-seater, with headlights. Gently used, one owner. Perfect condition, brand new battery, 2 golf bags. $2,499. Waiting for you in a Rossmoor garage. Call Lane, 925283-7825.

Updated Sonoma unit in First WC Mutual. Updated kitchen and bath. Tile and laminate flooring. Crown moulding, paneled doors and mirrored closets throughout. W/D. Open balcony with views of the hills.

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I BUY, SELL AND APPRAISE U.S. and world coins and currency. 36year resident of Moraga will come to your home upon request. Bruce Berman, Moraga Numismatics. Better Business Bureau member. PCGS and NGC Dealer. 925-2839205. Go to www.sf-bay-area-collectible-coins.com or email [email protected]. SELL YOUR ITEMS ON EBAY I will pick up your items and sell. Experienced in antiques, vintage and fine jewelry, designer items, sterling and china. Julie, daughter of Rossmoor resident, eBay registered trading assistant. 925-6834010 or email adreamcometrue@ pacbell.net. I BUY ANTIQUE SEWING buttons, lace, fabric, vintage clothing, ribbons, trim, hats, jewelry and dolls. All pre-1960s. House call and cash paid at once. In business since 1978. Professional and helpful. Call Jennifer, 415-290-7289 or email [email protected]. BASEBALL I’m looking to join a rotisserie baseball league. Closing on a Rossmoor condo early January. Will accept taking over existing or expansion franchise. Jim, 520-2040749 or [email protected]

Auto $100 FREE BODYWORK with any work done. Hoods, bumpers, panels. Call for free estimates. Most cases one day service, free pickup and delivery. Catering to Rossmoor residents. Call Mike at 925-5847444 or email Paintbymike57@ gmail.com.

Beauty /Fashion MANICURE PEDICURE SERVICES Licensed, professional manicurist over 15 years. Specializing in in-home manicures and pedicures. Relax at home and enjoy my friendly service and comforting touch. Gift certificates available. Call Sue, 925-349-8616. License No. M222359. NEED TO HAVE HAIR DONE but can’t make it to the salon? In-home haircutting and coloring services by a professional stylist. Licensed with 20 years experience. Call Kim Fecteau, 510-697-5503 or Yelp me.

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Computers COMPUTER SERVICES Hardware setup, repairs, upgrades, software and application training. New systems and software sales. All windows and MAC OS. Data Recovery! All service. No charge if not fixed. Call 925-899-8211. ERIC’S COMPUTERS- Need help? We set up new computers, Internet connections, email. Troubleshoot, repair, replace internal/external devices, upgrades, consulting. Digital photography specialist. We make house calls. www.ericscomputers. com. 24 hours, 925-676-5644.

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COMPUTERS’ BEST FRIEND : Hardware/software trouble shooting and repair. Internet and email problems, Windows tutoring, help with Windows 8, very friendly service. Home visits and telephone suppor t. Excellent references. 925-682-3408 www.computersbestfriend.com.

SENIOR-FRIENDLY, experienced help for c o m puter, t ab let an d smartphone at www.jlgcomputersolutions.com. Repair, email, setup, internet, virus removal, installs, upgrades, backup and buying services/consulting. Support for any appliance or device! Call Jonathan at 925-338-9644.

PLEASANT, PATIENT YOUNG woman will teach you computer basics (Mac /PC), email, Internet, Word, iPad, smartphone, etc. Can also help with troubleshooting, virus removal, new computer installation, online purchasing. $45 /hour (1hour min). Stellar Rossmoor references! 510-517-3179.

FRUSTRATED WITH YOUR TECH gift? Former college professor, tech journalist, librarian, Rossmoor recreation teacher and resident can help. Call Elizabeth at 925926-0344. My fee is $45/hour. References available.

IPAD OR IPHONE HELP? Do you need help with your Mac, Apple TV or Apple Watch? I provide individual attention and teaching. Your home or mine. Rossmoor resident and great references! Mary Birss, 925-482-0280. LOCAL COMPUTER SERVICE Provides Windows tutoring, very patient and friendly service. College educated and certified, with many satisfied clients. Specializes in malware/virus removal, computer optimization, software /hardware installation, troubleshoots /fixes computer errors and crashes. Rate: $50/hour. Call Evan, 925-818-7655 or email [email protected].

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Spacious Tahoe Model 2 Bedroom, 2 Full Bathroom, Plus Den ~Beautiful Private Garden ~View of Golf Course & Rolling Hills ~Charming Great Room Appeal ~Expanded by Spacious Sunroom $632,000

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PERSONAL COOK Are you tried of cooking or eating the same food all the time? 15 years experience in healthy cooking. I can cook in your home or weekly delivery. 925 8997040 or website: Thecalmcaterer. com.

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TIRED OF COOKING? Home cooked meals delivered to your door weekly by trained personal chef. Lots of experience, sterling references. I can simplify your life! 707-7383554. [email protected].

Furniture /Upholstery Contractor ALL TRADES- CALL now for bath, kitchen, laundry, windows, doors and more! Licensed contractor No. 775026. Free estimates! Rossmoor references and EPA-certified renovator. Call Cal at 925-200-3132.

GEORGE’S FURNITURE REPAIR Service. Antiques and high-end furniture specialty. Refinishing and caning. Formerly of Bonynge’s. 925-212-6149. No job too small.

Handyman Electrical /Lighting L I C E N S E D E LEC T R I C I A N A N D home theater sales and installation. Dependable. Lamp repair, telephone and television cable; quiet bath fans, ceiling fans, can lights. No job too small. Free estimates. Call Bryan, 925-567-6384. LICENSED ELECTRICIAN- Electrical repairs; lamps, outlets, wiring, switches and all types of lighting. TV, DVD’s, cable, satellite, computers, telephone, DSL. Free estimates. Rossmoor references. Call Romulo, 925-705-2417. Seven days/week. License 897615.

Flooring /Tiling TILE ENTRYWAYS: A beautiful one could enhance the value and the appearance of your home. Special pricing for a limited time! Examples and references in Rossmoor. License No. 775026. Phone Cal directly today for a free estimate. 925-200-3132.

Anyone performing construction work in California that totals $500 or more in labor or materials must be licensed by the Contractors State License Board. CRANE’S HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC. “Your small project expert” serving Rossmoor for nearly 15 years ! Electrical, plumbing, furn i ture a s s e m b l y, b a s e b o ar d s, crown-molding and more! The only handyman you’ll need ! Insured. Business License 018239. Call David, 925-899-7975. EXPERIENCED HANDYMAN, call for all your repair needs. Electrical, plumbing, painting, tile, drywall and more. 18 years experience. Rossmoor references, licensed. Call Richard and Patty, 925-9322773, Walnut Creek. C R A I G’ S A P P L I A N C E R E PA I R would love to help you. I work on all appliances and brands. 25 years experience, licensed and insured. Reasonable rates, Rossmoor references. Please call 925-550-3586.

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“RENT-A- GENT” House, garden, repair, clean home/garage, hauling. Just name it! Young, strong, reliable, reasonable. References. Walnut Creek resident. Steve, 925285-6993. Thank you! H A N DY M A N A N D CA R PE N T RY Fencing, painting, tile, linoleum, remodeling, bathrooms and kitchens, landscaping, plumbing, electrical, cabinet refinishing. Pressure washing for driveways and patios. Also, do window washing. Call Jaime, 925-639-0228, 925-671-2917. HANDYMAN REPAIR SERVICES Specializing in home electrical, tile, painting, flooring, wall coverings, window cleaning and light housekeeping. No job too small. Rossmoor resident discounts. Call Rick (Rossmoor resident) at 925639-8333. FAIR AND HONEST I work and live in Rossmoor. No project is too small, I love small jobs. I do repairs, maintenance, carpentry, installation and odd jobs. Changiz, 530-870-2845. CONTRACTOR AND HANDYMAN Kitc hen bathrooms, plumbing, driveways, fenc ing, elec tric al, house siding, painting, decks, roof leaks and windows. No job too small. We look after the elderly. Call Kevin, 925-586-0940.

Home Décor R O N ’ S W I N D O W C OV E R I N G S Blinds, drapes, valances, shutters and shades. Free in-home consultation. Free personalized installation. Quick reliable service. Serving Rossmoor for over 25 years. Call 925-827-0946.

Moving /Packing /Hauling “RENT- A-GENT” House, garden, repair, clean home/garage, hauling. Large or small we have it all. Moving material, tape. Delivered. Gentle rates! 925-285-6993. BOB & TERRY’S JUNK REMOVAL Specializing in home and estate cleanups, big and small. No minimum charge - free estimates - price reduction for salvageable items. Serving Rossmoor for over 30 years. 925-944-0606.

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Represented Buyer in Sale – Piedmont model with remarkable views of Mt. Diablo and valley.

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Listing: Do you know someone who is looking to move to Alamo? Sonja Weaver & I have a listing that is a custom expanded “French Chateau” with contemporary flare” located at 1411 Via Don Jose, Alamo. See Internet – 1411viadonjosealamo.com Contact me to learn more!

TONY’S HAULING SERVICE, We haul your junk. We do trash outs. Call 925-382-6544. Email through website at www.tonyshaulingservice.com. LEW’S HAULING Prompt service. Starting at $22. Rossmoor references available. Call 925- 639 7725. NEED HELP PACK ING? For an hourly fee I will come to your home with packing supplies for moving, storage, etc. Rossmoor references. To schedule, call Nancy at 925216-8975.

Organizing /Declutter START THE NEW YEAR OFF right by getting organized today. Call Golden Girl organizing, your “Golden” opportunity to get organized! Stacey Peters, ggirlorg.com, 925708-7667.

Painting ROSSMOOR PAINTING SERVICE by Al Welsh. Five-year guarantee on workmanship. Most Rossmoor residents prefer our neatness, dependable, personal attention, because we care. Rossmoor references, bonded and insured. License No. 507098. Free estimates. Pacific Bay Painting, 925 -9325440.

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The Leader in Rossmoor Resales Since 1967 OUR CURRENT LISTINGS M L S LI S TI NGS COOP E RATI V E S 2 BEDS, 1 BATH MONTEREY - Another fine remodel by fred l’estrange. Quality craftsmanship & custom design. top of the line kitchen: honey spice maple cabinets, slab granite counters, all stainless steel appliances. Reconfigured bath with glass & tile shower. Elegant fireplace & recessed wall in living room. Crown moldings, baseboards, mirrored closet doors, recessed lighting, Wd +more...$450,000 SONOMA - NICELY UPDATED. Tile floor entry. Reconfigured kitchen with granite counters with breakfast bar, laminate floors, under counter and recessed lighting. Bathroom offers tile flooring, stall shower, extra storage cabinet & WD. Plantation shutters in both bedrooms. Crown molding, paneled doors.............$338,000

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2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS GOLDEN GATE - SUMPTUOUS REMODEL by Fred L’Estrange. Gourmet kitchen with Antique White maple cabinets, slab granite counters & stainless steel appliances. elegant custom built electric fireplace and television area with marble tile surround & granite mantle. Main bath with over sized tile and glass shower, Antique White maple vanity topped with slab granite. Dual pane windows & sliders, designer baseboards, crown molding, two panel doors. Beautiful engineered hardwood floors, quality carpet in bedrooms. Open atrium with slate tile, fountain & hanging baskets.....................$539,000

TAMALPAIS - SPECTACULAR GOLF COURSE VIEWS. Dramatic cathedral ceiling & wall of windows to enjoy the views. Wood floors in entry, dining, living room, downstairs bedroom & bath. Guest bath offers shower over tub, tile enclosure & medicine cabinet. Spacious guest bedroom with large closet & built-in cabinets. Master suite loft with built-in cabinets and 2 large closets with organizers. Updated master bath with walk-in shower, upgraded vanity with mirrored medicine cabinet............................................$589,000

3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS

PIEDMONT TOWNHOUSE - TOP OF THE WORLD VIEWS!! Two story home features fresh paint & new carpet. New vinyl in baths. Hardwood floors in entry & kitchen. WD. Tiled patio. Huge master suite with balcony................NEW PRICE! $578,000

M LS LISTIN G S C OOPER ATIVES 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS

2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS ROSEDOWN - Wonderful tree top views from large balcony. Fully equipped kitchen with granite counters. separate storage closet. open parking space. Washer dryer. ...................................................NEW PRICE! $355,000

2 BEDS, 2 BATHS CYPRESS - Convenient 4th floor home. Washer dryer. Overlooks courtyard. Walk-in closet in master, laminate floor in entry. Fresh paint, newer carpet. Steps away from elevator. Exclusive..................................................................$379,500 ROSEDOWN - Upgraded home with granite counters in kitchen & baths. Laminate floors in entry & kitchen. Quality carpeting. Light & bright. Pleasing views from open balcony. Close to elevator. Covered carport + xtra storage..$345,000 EARLSHALL - FOURTH FLOOR PENTHOUSE WITH TREE TOP VieWs. Wood floors in entry, dining & hall way. Built-in cabinets in dining area. Fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar. Balcony off living room. Laundry located in hallway. Large master suite with private balcony, walk-in closet and stall shower............$708,000

SHOWCASE

CASCADE - HIGHLY DESIRABLE MODEL featuring new paint & carpet. Open living dining area with fireplace and sliders to patio. Eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook and refaced cabinets. Spacious master suite with updated bathroom with double sink and Corian counter. Guest bathroom offers stall shower and Corian counters. Garage And carport......................................$594,000 SANTA CLARA - A hidden Gem - highly desirable, single Story, Level-In. Lovely upgraded home in very private location set EXP. KENTFIELD - RARE END UNIT WITH PANORAMIC amongst trees and hills. Kitchen features maple cabinets, skylight VALLEY VIEWS. New paint and carpet. Hall bathroom offers stall & tile counters. Baths offer maple vanities, tile counters with a shower & full size washer & dryer. Large master suite with large skylight and stall shower in guest bath & shower over tub in the 2 BEDS, 2 BATHS walk-in closet, shower over tub. Large open patio..............$579,000 master bath. Other features include wainscoting, crown molding, SEQUOIA WRAP - eleGAnt one of A Kind home. paneled doors & mirrored closet doors. Covered tiled patio with Redesigned, open great room; 75” Samsung/Apple TV with iPAD EXP. KENTFIELD - remodeled With AmAzinG VieWs extra storage cupboards........................................................$589,000 & audio visual equipment. Travertine in entry, kitchen & baths. OF MT DIABLO & ROSSMOOR VALLEY. Tasteful remodel with den. Deluxe carpets. Recessed LED lighting, surround sound, security TAHOE - PRIVATE PATIO GARDEN AT FRONT DOOR. dramatic New kitchen cabinets, quartz counters, new Whirlpool DW, new cameras. top of the line appliances, granite counters, imported wall of windows with views of the golf course and distant rolling Whirlpool stove and white microwave/hood combo, refrigerator Italian backsplash. Custom Cherry wood cabinets. Hand blown has ice maker. New dual pane sliding glass door, new baseboards, hills. Coveted great room appeal with combined living dining room pendant light fixtures. Custom front & interior doors. Dual pane smooth ceilings, dramatic new engineered wood flooring and new and den. Deck enclosure provides additional living space. Custom low E glass windows, custom closets, 4 wall mounted tV’s, hunter upgrades with designer paint & quality carpet. Detached garage carpet in both bedrooms. New tiled shower in both baths, new Douglas window coverings...............................................$655,000 vanities, faucets and light fixtures...............................$648,000 offers storage loft, work area & is conveniently located.....$632,000

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SPOTLIGHT ON CARMEL

TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATHROOM CONDO IN PICTURESQUE SETTING. Neutral kitchen with newer appliance, eat-in breakfast nook and walk-in pantry. Living dining room combination with fireplace, wet bar and balcony. Spacious master suite with private balcony to soak up the views of redwood trees and hills beyond......................................Offered at $520,000 P R E S E N T E D BY LO R I YO U N G ( 9 2 5 ) 7 8 7 - 6 3 5 7 .

TWO BEDROOM, ONE FULL BATHROOM CO-OP IN LOVELY LOCATION. Excellent opportunity to increase your equity quickly by adding your own personal decor finishes. Lovely home with two relaxing patios and beautiful view of rolling hillside and trees in premium location; walking distance to numerous amenities with parking just a few steps away...Offered at $255,000 P R E S E N T E D BY LO R I YO U N G ( 9 2 5 ) 7 8 7 - 6 3 5 7 .

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100 Business Services Tailoring /Alterations

Yard /Gardening

ALTERATIONS BY MIN Pick and up and delivery at your home. 30 years experience. Rossmoor resident Min, 925-201-9567.

“PARADISE” ALL T YPES of fine gardening. Yard shape -up and maintenance. Trimming, pruning, weeding, shrub removal, yard design, planting, patio containers. Dependable, on time. Quality results! Call Lester at 925-639-7725.

TV/Audio /Video AUDIO & VIDEO CONVERSIONS Let me conver t your treasured recordings to CDs or MP3s, your VHS tapes to DVDs or your photos to CDs. These will make wonderful memories for you or as gifts for family and friends. Reasonable rates. Call Skip (Rossmoor resident) at 502-528-3512.

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NEIGHBOR FOR HIRE Plant your winter bloomers yet? Try something new – drought tolerant and succulent plants. Work with your design or mine. Need help repotting? Reasonable rates, Rossmoor references available. Carol, 925-639-1985. IT’S ROSE PRUNING TIME! Highly experienced gardener, over 20 years working at Rossmoor will turn chaos into order with pruning and winter cleanup. Reliable vacation watering also. Jane, 938-8256.

WINDOWS carpet and upholster y cleaning. Serving Rossmoor since 1988 with guaranteed results. You will be 100 percent satisfied or your money back. Call “Service First” for appointments or estimate. Kevin, 925-689-4660.

Yard /Gardening YARD MAINTENANCE : pruning, hedging, weeding, shrub removal, planting and general cleanup service. Let me help make your garden one to be proud of. Dave’s Yard Maintenance ser vice. Call 925-682-8389 today.

Fire? Emergency? Call 911.

110 Professional Services Legal ATTORNEY DOROTHY HENSON : Living trusts, wills, estate planning and probate. No charge for initial consultation. Will meet in your manor at your convenience. Notary. Rossmoor resident. Call 925935-6494 or office 925-943-1620. NOTARY PUBLIC DICK HARROW Rossmoor resident. I make house calls and will come to your home. 20-plus years experience. Special expertise in real estate documents. Cell: 510-459-5770, [email protected].

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120 Seeking Employment Caregiver

Taxes /Finance LAFAYETTE TAX SERVICE Income tax preparation. Individuals, trusts and small businesses. Enrolled agent with Rossmoor references. Appointments available in your home. Tim McClintick, 925-2842924. www.laftax.com.

120 Seeking Employment Caregiver THE CARING HAND Home Care Referral Agency has a registry of professional caregivers who can provide non-medical services which includes personal care and light housekeeping services. Call Beth Sanchez for assistance at 925899-3976, 510-352-8041. ELDERLY CARE WITH 20 years experience. Excellent references, care for stroke, Alzheimer’s, emphysema, diabetes, heart problems, hospice care, etc. Cooking, errands, exercises, medicine, light housekeeping. Live-in, long and short hours. Mary or Sylvia, 925768-0178. RELIABLE COMPANION Caregiver. Available any time, live in/out, full time/part time. Experienced 20 years. Worked with different types of home health care. Call Faye at 925-435-5048 (cell).

BEST QUALITY CARE Dependable, honest, loving, kind Registered Nurse with 30 years experience. 20+ years in Rossmoor, excellent references. All daily needs you name it. Live-in/hourly. Licensed, insured. Affordable rate. Mar y, 925-497-7738. PRECIOUS HOME CAREGIVERS Quality ser vice of non-medical care since 1990. Dependable, fully screened, criminal background check. Rates star t at $18 /hour, live-in $180/day. Free assessment. Please call 925-939-0197. PASSIONATE, HONEST and reliable caregiver. Highly experienced. For cooking, cleaning, personal care, appointments, housekeeping, driving and much more. References, acceptable wages and flexible for any time of the day / live-in or out. Part/full-time caregiver. Call Siu, 925-705-2802 or 805-602-6412. CA R E G I V E R S , M A L E / F E M A L E Filipino, excellent, experienced, mature, honest, reliable, punctual, caring, personal care, driving, s h o p p in g, c o o k in g, e d u c ate d, speaks clear English. References, live-in, sleep-over or hourly. Louie Cell-925-818-9645. CARING CAREGIVERS - Over 10 years of vast experience providing total patient care. We are 3 professional native Californians. 4-hour minimum. Call Priscilla 925-3300192, Susan 925-788-9605, Betty (not an agency) 925-274-3866.

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Rossmoor

REAL ESTATE PROS

925-876-8422

800 SOUTH Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596

A GLORIOUS GOLDEN GATE

Thoughtfully designed and remodeled by Fred L’Estrange, this conveniently located property will please the senses. Mature trees, lawn and landscaping enhance the property and nearby parking is a plus. The spacious living room is highlighted by an electric fireplace with custom marble surround. Unique! The open kitchen sports slab granite counters over antique white maple cabinetry, marble backsplash with mosaic touches and stainless steel appliances. Most floors are engineered maple hardwood. A large custom glass and tile shower catches the eye in the main bath. ..................................... $539,000

MAGNIFICENT MONTEREY REMODEL

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Walt Nancie Walt Tony Nancie

This Fred L’Estrange remodel has maple cabinetry over slab granite counters, stainless steel appliances and tile backsplash. Reconfigured bath with oversize tile and glass shower and stacked washer/dryer. ................ $450,000

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Straub DRE #00512940

Realtor®, SRES, MRP, CaBRE #01916133

DRE # 01399870

925-285-1605 waltstraub.com

This home has designer touches, dual-pane windows, an expanded kitchen – all remodeled and redesigned by Fred L’Estrange. ............................................ $549,000

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AT HOME CARE REGISTRY offers highly skilled caregivers. Experience with senior care. Caring companionship, light housekeeping. Assist with bathing, dressing, grooming. Call Elena, 510 -3035317 or 510-537-0950. For messages, call Val, 925-954-7532. ACN REFERRAL AGENCY offers reliable, caring, dependable in-home care services. Fully screened with criminal background check. Rates negotiable. Starts $18/hour subject to assessment (live-out) or $180/ day (live-in). Please call 925-9394085. TRUSTWORTHY, HONEST, Caregiver: 25 years experience (14 years in Rossmoor) with excellent-plus references and 28 years good DMV record. Elderly care nurse skilled in hospice care, very dependable. Call Eva, 510-610-1550. TIRED OF AGENCIES? Law binding contracts, finders fees, etc. I am a CNA who offers quality, dependable care, with lots of TLC. In Rossmoor since 1990. Call Doreen, 925-285-9806. BEST CARE AVAILABLE! Mature caregiver with 7-plus years experience offers full range of care options. Rossmoor references. Meal prep, light housekeeping, medication reminders, provide my car for appointments and errands. Bonded, insured, certified in First Aid, CPR. AED, Caucasian. Full time or part time (minimum 20 hrs./week). $15 to $ 20 /hour, depending on care needs. Contact John at 925330-6281 or [email protected]. STEVENS HOME HEALTH CARE with caregivers ready to service the elderly. Available 24 hours. Bonded and insured. Call Henry, 925-6398116 or Elizabeth, 925-719-3084. 18 YRS. CAREGIVER EXPERIENCE Throughout the Bay Area. 8 to 24 hours. I can do all cares, medication, errands, light housekeeping, transportation, meals etc. Please call Edna, cell 408-455-2980. Anytime. CNA (25 YEARS) WITH experience in Alzheimer’s, Dysphagia, Harris Flush, hospice care. Also provides cooking, errands and housekeeping. Live-in/hourly. Client for last 7 years passed away recently. Please call Ling Ling, 925-389-0270.

Caregiver – Resident CARING CAREGIVERS - Over 10 years of vast experience providing total patient care. We are 3 professional native Californians. 4-hour minimum. Call Priscilla 925-3300192, Susan 925-788-9605, Betty (not an agency) 925-274-3866. HOME CARE PROVIDER : Caring companionship, light housekeeping, errands and transportation. Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Medication reminders. Meal preparation. Up to 24-hr. care and affordable rates. Please call 925-5658913. Leave a message. PASSIONATE HOME HEALTH Servicing the elderly back to health providing 24/7 live-in care, direct hourly care. Highly educated, loving, trained as RN, over 7 years PT, dementia care. Assist with exercise and PT. Excellent Rossmoor references. Mia, 510-593-7066.

Companion /Assistant

Dee Littrell

Agent, Cal BRE #00630310

DYNAMIC HOMECARE offers interactive personal services. We care. Our personal caregivers are experienced in the care of a family member who has Alzheimer’s, dementia or Parkinson’s. Call 925-639-9575.

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925-212-2418

[email protected] Selling Rossmoor exclusively since 1995

HELPING HANDS/PERSONAL Assistant. Transportation to doctor appointments, grocer y / clothes shopping, errands, etc. I am reliable, honest and caring. Rossmoor references. I would love to help you! Call Linda at 925-825-2181.

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Open House Sunday, Jan. 24, from 1 to 4 p.m.

For a complete list of all Open Houses, (some of which are not on this page), and for access through the secure gate, please contact your agent or one of the offices listed below. MONTEREY $309,900 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. Preferred location in a quiet setting. Open floor plan with a private balcony and beautiful vistas. Adjacent to picnic area with spectacular Mt Diablo views. Carport directly across from the manor with ample guest parking.

Sabrina Siojo (925) 575-0612

Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. CalBRE#01240260

EXPANDED SONOMA WRAP $399,500 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. Here is your chance to get that special Rossmoor home without going through all the planning, work and cost. This gorgeous 2-bedroom end unit with approximately 1281sq.ft. of living space was completely remodeled a few years ago by Toupin Construction and features all the finest finish detail available.

George Naeger (925) 260-0723

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Drysdale Properties CalBRE#00316088

KENTFIELD $495,000 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. Spectacular remodeled 2-bedroom view condo located “on top of the world.” This extra special home features high-grade hardwood floors, custom trim throughout, new double-glazed windows, custom cabinets, a huge-walk-in shower, a fabulous terrace overlooking groomed lawns.

George Naeger (925) 260-0723

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Drysdale Properties CalBRE#00316088

DORAL $529,000 2 bedrooms / 2 baths. Light and bright end unit, magnificent views, designer window treatments, custom paint, mirrored closet doors, upgraded laminate floors, tile floors in baths, large kitchen, formal dining room, dinette, wrap around deck, spacious single car garage with shelves.

Dennis Young (925) 963-9197 RE/MAX Accord

SEQUOIA $249,950 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. Original Sequoia with fresh paint and carpet, priced for you to come in and make it your own. The view will make it worth your while!

Jackie Giffin (925) 951-7021

Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Drysdale Properties CalBRE#01869982

VILLA GRANDE $799,000 2 bedrooms / 2 baths. This Villa Grande has it all! Open floor plan with over 1700 sq ft of living space. Light and bright. Large balcony, new paint, new carpet, new kitchen flooring and more! A must see!

Lana Hutnick (408) 406-7896

Intero Real Estate Services, Inc. CalBRE# 01737137

CalBRE#00443418 SONOMA $399,000 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. This home has what you are looking for. Spectacularly remodeled, gourmet kitchen, stainless appliances, upgraded bath, washer and dryer, crown molding, cozy fireplace with flat screen TV above. Enclosure permitted. Sunroom with Anderson windows. Much more, must come and see.

MONTEREY $365,000 2 bedrooms / 2 baths. This end-unit Monterey coop has been beautifully finished throughout with a lovely enclosure with French doors, arched walls, granite counters and skylights. Two large bedrooms, washer, dryer and two complete baths make this a very special home.

Better Homes and Gardens Mason McDuffie

Better Homes and Gardens Mason McDuffie CalBRE#00834597

Sheron McCormick & Yvonne Jakovleski (925) 323-9966 / (925) 457-7229

Ann Cantrell (925) 639-7970

CalBRE#00931939 / CalBRE#01365641

CLAREMONT $338,000 2 bedrooms / 2 baths. This charming and desirable Claremont model with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths has numerous updates. Take only a few easy steps down to the front entry of this corner unit and you will find an updated and bright interior. The living and dining room open floorplan connects to a scenic balcony.

Rebeca Moran (415) 577-6823 Zephyr Real Estate, SF CalBRE#01843603

CARMEL $469,500 2 bedrooms / 2 baths. This Carmel plan has been renovated from top to bottom! Two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, new kitchen with granite slab counters and stainless steel appliances, inside laundry, two patios, and VIEW!

David Schubb (925) 765-5055

Alain Pinel Realtors

CalBRE#00386873

SEQUOIA $449,000 2 bedrooms / 1 bath. Remodeled, all new kitchen, bath. Gas fireplace and flat screen tv. Gas stove in kitchen, skylight, granite counters, SS appliances, cabinets extended into dining. New Windows, doors, “Old World” texture ceilings, walls, crown moldings. Skylight in bath, w/d included. Carport close.

Karen Carnegie-Stochl (925) 200-1184 Executive Brokers

CalBRE#00671700

For information about any of these Open Homes, call Berkshire Hathaway at 280-4920 or Better Homes (925) 937-6050.

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120 Seeking Employment Companion /Assistant BETTER HEALTH CARE 14 years experience with strokes, Parkinson’s and dementia. Personal care, exercises, cooking, housekeeping and medication. BBB accredited. Short hours fine or 24/7. Negotiable rate. 925-330-4760 or 650-5806334.

I AM LOOKING FOR WORK as a companion running errands, doctor’s appointments and grooming. 20 years experience. Monday thru Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call Pina, 925-522-6230.

EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER available for driving, bathing, cleaning, shopping, companionship, exercise and cooking. Affordable rates. Amanda, 925-497-7580.

Driver /Errands

EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONAL Rossmoor caregiver for 5 -plus years. Flexible hours. Full or part time. Will also consider overnight or live-in positions. Non-smoking only. Please contact Judy, 925956-9052. NEIGHBOR FOR HIRE Do you need help with chores? Younger resident is willing to help: Caregiver relief, errands, shopping, pet and plant care. Reasonable rates. Peace of mind that you are working with a neighbor. Carol, 925-639-1985.

EXPERIENCED, PROFESSIONAL driver available to Rossmoor residents for door-to-door service to doctors, dentists, shopping, airports and long distance. Wine tours available. Licensed, insured, safe, dependable. Call “Jonny” 925-3958181. Excellent Rossmoor references! TCP 25475. DRIVER: RELIABLE, SAFE, friendly. Will drive you to doctor’s appointments, airports, shopping, even trips. Call Peter Johnson, 925-9697714. (great references available). DRIVING IN ROSSMOOR 16 years, reliable. All airports, cruise lines, doctors, shopping. Call Pat, 925939-7942 or 925-300-5225 (cell). Thank you.

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All New to the Market

Driver /Errands

Housecleaning

NEED A RIDE? DOOR-TO -DOOR service for seniors. Personalized, safe prompt driving. Local /long distance airports. Accommodates some wheelchairs, all walkers. Will stand by for doctor visits, etc. Affordable rates. Scheduling by appointment only. References. Jay, 925-457-7125.

“DUST- NO - MORE” Your house keeping solution. We cater to your individual cleaning needs. Reliable, dependable, quality service with Rossmoor references. Licensed and bonded. Call Barbara, 925-228-9841. “ELISA’S HOUSECLEANING” Over 20 years experience in Rossmoor with many repeat clients. We’ll clean your home back to tip-top shape, from rooms to inside oven and patio. Call 212-6831 or email [email protected]. Credit card accepted.

DRIVER FOR SHOPPING medical/ dental appointments and airports. Safe, reliable, licensed, insured. Rossmoor resident. Scheduling by appointment preferred but will accommodate short notice if available. Wheelchairs /walkers OK. Gary, 510-459-8307.

“GREAT HOUSECLEANING” 15 years experience. We do all your house needs: weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or one time. Reasonable rates. We’re honest and friendly. Free estimates. Call Hilda, 925768-0370.

MIKE IS BACK: To airports SFO, OAK and SJC; cruiseline ports; and doctor’s/physical therapy. Competitive rates. Rossmoor resident, [email protected] or 925-2861551.

WINDOWS & HOUSE CLEANING Professional with 20 years of experience and excellent references. Affordable. Job big or small–not a problem. Call Martin, 925-3669125.

SUZ Y AT SENIOR SHUT TLE My prompt, safe and comfortable sedan service takes you wherever and whenever you want to go! Just call Suzy at 925-323-7640. PR O F E S S I O N A L T O U R G U I D E Private tours to Monterey, SF, Yosemite, Wine Country, Muir Woods and more. Relatives visiting? Want to visit wineries but don’t want to drive? Girlfriends day trip? Ask Jan! 510-552-6450.

TIRED OF CLEANING Companies and strangers cleaning your home? Your solution is “Leti’s” I am experienced and work alone. Very detail oriented, I work with love and care to your specifications and wishes. My satisfied customers will be happy to give references. Please give me a call at 925-395-1686 for a free estimate. Leticia Flizicoski.

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WE DON’T CUT CORNERS, We clean them. Martha’s Housecleaning. Free estimates. 15 years experience. Excellent references available. License No. 5008447. Call now 925-207-1118.

H Fabulous golf course location H 2 bedroom, 2 bath H Cathedral ceilings and windows in living room H Large master loft

$589,000 H End unit in a very private location H 2 bedroom, den, 2 bath H Updated kitchen and baths H Skylights

$589,000

Beautiful Cascade Condo

H 2 bedroom, 2 bath H Views of the hills and valley H Light, bright and move in ready H Garage and carport

$594,000

Call

Nikki Nielsen

925-382-8801 Cell

waterfordrossmoor.com [email protected] BRE#01212337

Coming Soon, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condominium (NOT a Co-op) Villa Valencia Model. Level-in from Carport, with a great view of the golf course. Spacious deck, new Millgard Dual-Pane windows, Stall Shower AND Separate Tub. Spacious 1250 square foot floor plan. Offered at $425,000.

925-209-5140

Michael Gerry CA BRE #01307893

Jackie Gerry CA BRE #01702866

925-209-5140

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WINTER

CHOICES EXPANDED KENTF1ELD

Tastefully remodeled condominium featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths + den and the most spectacular views of Mt. Diabio and Rossmoor. New dramatic engineered wood flooring, new kitchen cabinets, new baths, smooth ceilings, baseboards, new dual-pane slider, new carpet and more. Expansive patio for entertaining! $648,000

PIEDMONT TOWNHOUSE A very special co-op with a stunning unobstructed view of Walnut Creek and Mt. Diabio. Sunrise by day and twinkling lights by night. Features include 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, new paint, carpet and vinyl, W/D, hardwood floors in entry hall and kitchen. Beautiful tile patio for entertaining. $578,000

Please Call Us for Any of Your Real Estate Needs. We are the Rossmoor Specialists!

Robert Parrish 925.360.5889

BRE No. 01349900

[email protected]

Tina Parrish 925.858.4267

[email protected] BRE No. 00986923

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Level-in Santa Clara Condo

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Sought-after Tamalpais Townhouse

Rossmoor Realty, 1641 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek CA 94595

YESSICA AND MARIA WILL CLEAN your home professionally with reasonably priced service. Rossmoor references. Experienced in all house cleaning. Will take good care of your needs. Call for estimate, 925-354-4013.

Miscellaneous “RENT-A- GENT” House, garden, repair, clean home/garage, hauling. Just name it! Young, strong, reliable, reasonable. References. Walnut Creek resident. Steve, 925285-6993. Thank you! I BUY, SELL AND APPRAISE U.S. and world coins and currency. 36year resident of Moraga will come to your home upon request. Bruce Berman, Moraga Numismatics. Better Business Bureau member. PCGS and NGC Dealer. 925-2839205. Go to www.sf-bay-area-collectible-coins.com or email [email protected].

125 Help Wanted PART-TIME ASSISTANT for reverse mortgage loan officer. $17 to $20/ hour plus quarterly bonus. 10 to 15 flex hours/week. Highly organized self starter. Excel, MS Office. Accounting, Quicken, tax/loan processing experience helpful. Calm cheerful and dependable. Resume to Jim Carley, 1138 Westmoreland Circle, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 [email protected].

140 Real Estate Information BETTER HOMES & GARDENS Are you worried about your children’s or grandchildren’s frustration in their efforts to buy a home? Do you worry that they may be priced out of the market? Are you all discouraged by competitive bidding wars? If so, call me to discuss practical alternative purchase options. I’m David Bonde, (BRE 00329357) your neighbor and 20-year Rossmoor resident located in the Rossmoor shopping center. 510-663-1924.

145 Real Estate For Sale CONDOMINIUM on Rockledge. 2 BD/1 BA, 1,050 square ft. Newly decorated. Asking $320,950. Owner/broker. Jim, 925-895-7600.

150 Real Estate For Rent All Rossmoor leases and room rentals are invalid unless approved by the appropriate Mutual Board. IMMACULATE 2 BED/1 BATH with Mt. Diablo views. New furnishings/ partial. Single woman preferred. Owner lives part time, rent negotiable. Available any time. No pets, no smoking. Email [email protected] or call 415-661-3488. SONOMA WRAP 2 BD/1.5 BA Fully furnished, Recent remodel. Dual pane windows. W/D in unit. Walk to Creekside Grill and clubhouses. Use of carport and amenities. 6-12 months. $2,950/month. Call 510213-8080 or email gideon2525@ gmail.com. ROSSMOOR VISITORS Totally remodeled Sequoia wrap. 2 BD/1 BA with beautiful views. Available January to February $ 2,300 /month. Call John, 727-612-1477 or Karen, 925-200-1184. VILLA DE ANZA, 2 BD/2 BA 1,375 sq. ft. unfurnished condo with W/D in unit, carport, and storage. New paint, carpet, and vinyl. No stairs. R o s s m o o r a m e n i t i e s. $ 2 ,6 0 0 / month plus security deposit. 6-month lease with possible renewal. Call 925-954-8659.

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1950 TICE VALLEY BLVD. WALNUT CREEK

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925-937-6050

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Sue Choe 212-2605

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155 Real Estate Wanted RESIDENT WILL PAY CASH for one-story, level-in unit. 925-4765890. CURRENT ROSSMOOR RESIDENT Single professional, registered nurse seeks unfurnished 2-bedroom for long-term lease option. Good rental history, excellent references, able to move in March or April. Call 925-300-3217. I BUY HOUSES I pay cash, no repairs. No strangers in your house. I am the buyer, no fees. Call Jim, 925 -895 -7600. jbloans@yahoo. com. RETIRED COUPLE (nonsmokers No pets) seeks 3-month furnished rental, flexible start date summer 2016. Need wheelchair accessibility. Can provide Rossmoor reference. Reply to sam60man59@ yahoo,com or 281-782-3980.

180 Pets OVERNIGHT DOG SITTING in my home with pick-up and delivery available. Small dogs only. Bonded, insured. Enjoy your vacation without worrying about your darling dog. Auntie Pat’s Pets. References available. 925-930-8871. DOG AND HOME WATCH: Retired, local teacher available for livein home/pet care: walks, special needs are fine. Also, included while you’re away are a clean home, laundry and a stocked refrigerator. References. Dede, 925-699-7722. PAWS ‘N’ PURRS PET SERVICE Loving attention for your pets. Dog walking and cat care. Call Angela, 997-4795 for cat claw clipping and dog walking, or Kathy, 932-0734, Rossmoor residents. THE CAT WHISPERER would love to care for your cat/s. I promise that I will know his/her personality before you return. Rate $10/visit. Please email me at nancy warner 69@ gmail.com or call me at 389-1129.

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TRAVEL PLANS COMING UP? I’ll give your pet the loving care they so deserve. My home or yours, can take care of yard or indoor plants too. Dog walking or cat care anytime. Rossmoor resident, excellent references. Debra Marcus, 925708-2719. TONY THE DOG WALKER Jump on the bone and let me get your dog movin’! I’ve worked for Rossmoor residents for over 10 years. I’m a reliable dog lover with reasonable rates. Call 925-451-8331. N E I G H BOR FOR H I RE Younger resident is willing to help with all your pet care needs. Reasonable rates and peace of mind that you are working with a neighbor. Carol, 925-639-1985.

Legal Notices T.S. No. 14-29225 APN: 193-331-008, NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/23/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as

provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: SYLVESTER FRANK ENEA, JR. AND YVONNE BLANCHE ENEA, TRUSTEES OF THE 2003 ENEA FAMILY TRUST DATED 11/19/2003 Duly Appointed Trustee: LAW OFFICES OF LES ZIEVE Deed of Trust recorded 6/3/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0122682-00 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale:1/28/2016 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the North side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $2,417,064.96 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real proper ty: 2493 ROUNDHILL DRIVE, ALAMO, CA 94507 Described as follows: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust.A.P.N #.: 193-331-008 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence,

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CONTRA COSTA SUPERIOR COURT 725 Court Street PO Box 911, Martinez, CA 94553 FILED: Dec. 4, 2015 Stephen Nash, Superior Court Clerk Contra Costa County FILE NO: N15-2062 PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAMES To all interested persons: Petitioner ELGIN BERMUDEZ ESPIRITU, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing petitioner's name to: ELGIN BERMUDEZ LEE and to change the name of minor child Isaac Lee Espiritu to Isaac Samuel Lee. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing at 9 a.m. on Feb 1, 2016, in the courtroom in Department 14, located at 725 Court Street, Martinez, California 94553, to show cause, if any, why the petition should not be granted. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Rossmoor News, a newspaper of general circulation printed in the County of Contra Costa. Dated: Dec. 4, 2015 /s/ Susanne Fenstermacher, Judge of the Superior Court Legal RN 5924 Publish Dec. 30, 2015 and Jan. 6, 13 and 20, 2016 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK 555 Escobar St. P.O. Box 350, Martinez, CA 94553-0135 FILED: Dec. 7, 2015 Lisa Spence, Deputy County Clerk Contra Costa County FILE NO. F-0007479-00

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priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (714) 848-9272 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com, using the file number assigned to this case 14-29225. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Dated: 12/30/2015 Law Offices of Les Zieve, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 9260 6 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: (714) 848-9272 www. elitepostandpub.com Christine O’Brien, Trustee Sale Officer THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. EPP 15293 1/6, 1/13, 1/20/16 Legal RN 5926 Publish Jan. 6, 13 and 20, 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) are doing business as: The Couple Center, 250 Lafayette Circle Suite 107, Lafayette, CA 94549 and 4332 Terra Granada Dr. Apt. 2B, Walnut Creek, CA 94595, Contra Costa County

Barbara Swenson, Ph.D, MFT 4332 Terra Granada Dr. Apt. 2B Walnut Creek, CA 94595

Business conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 12-11994. s/Barbara Swenson This statement was filed with Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra Costa County, on date indicated by file stamp. Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk Legal RN 5925 Publish Jan. 6, 13 20 and 27, 2016 —————————————————

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Legal Notices Trustee Sale No. : 00000005242896 Title Order No.: 8550408 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/17/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 10/24/2007 as Instrument No. 20070298876-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: SCOTT D HOUSE, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 02/03/2016 TIME OF SALE: 1:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 34 TODD CT, ALAMO, CALIFORNIA 94507 APN#: 194-122-003-8 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrec tness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale

this case 00000005242896. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 1180 IRON POINT ROAD, SUITE 100 FOLSOM, CA 95630 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting. com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 12/16/2015 NPP0267313 To: ROSSMOOR NE WS 01/13/2016, 01/20/2016, 01/27/2016 Legal RN 5931 Publish Jan. 13, 20, and 27, 2016 ————————————————— Trustee Sale No. : 00000005401971 Title Order No.: 730-1504523-70 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/30/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 06/06/2007 as Instrument No. 20070164522-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JEFFREY M DEUEL AN D GRETCHEN Y DEUEL, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 02/03/2016 TIME OF SALE: 1:30

is $1,187,126.49. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to

PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1421 LAURENITA WAY, ALAMO, CALIFORNIA 94507 APN#: 192-012-0084 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $904,147.00. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that

may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting. com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005401971. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INF ORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 1180 IRON POINT ROAD, SUITE 100 FOLSOM, CA 95630 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting. com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee Dated: 12/28/2015 NPP0268420 To: ROSSMOOR NE W S 01/ 13 / 2 016, 01/20/2016, 01/27/2016 Legal RN 5932 Publish Jan. 13, 20, and 27, 2016 —————————————————

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Legal Notices T.S. No.: 9551-3115 TSG Order No.: 8562384 A.P.N.: 143-114-029-0 NOTICE OF T RUS T E E’S S A L E YOU A RE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/21/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 06/27/2006 as Document No.: 2006-0202235-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: LUIS FELIPE ZAPATA AND THERESA ZAPATA, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 02/17/2016 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 301 DRAYTON CT, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598-2321 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $644,768.61 (Estimated) as of 01/28/2016. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any,

will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. N OTICE TO POTEN TIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWN ER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9551-3115. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default

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D. Wagner, Superior Court Clerk Contra Costa County FILE NO: N16-0065 PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME To all interested persons: Petitioner Jenny Hook Rainwater, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing petitioner’s name to: Jenny Marie Hook. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing at 9 a.m. on March 14, 2016, in the courtroom in Department 14, located at 725 Court Street, Martinez, California 94553, to show cause, if any, why the petition should not be granted. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the Rossmoor News, a newspaper of general circulation printed in the County of Contra Costa. Dated: Jan. 13, 2016 /s/ John Sugiyama, Judge of the Superior Court Legal RN 5934 Publish Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3 and 10, 2016

CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK 555 Escobar St. P.O. Box 350 Martinez, CA 94553-0135 FILED: Dec. 31, 2015 Ted Lawson, Deputy County Clerk Contra Costa County FILE NO. F-0007897-00

transact business under the fictitious business name listed above. s/Jenette Lope, Manager/Member This statement was filed with Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra Costa County, on date indicated by file stamp. Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk Legal RN 5928 Publish Jan. 13, 20, 27 and Feb. 3, 2016 ————————————————— CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK 555 Escobar St. P.O. Box 350 Martinez, CA 94553-0135 FILED: Jan. 4, 2016 C. Dias, Deputy County Clerk Contra Costa County FILE NO. F-0000046-00

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) are doing business as: Powers Enterprises, 47 Adobe Drive, Concord, CA 94520, Contra Costa County

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Business conducted by an Individual. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above on 12-31-15. s/Elizabeth DeVonn Powers This statement was filed with Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra Costa County, on date indicated by file stamp. Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk Legal RN 5927 Publish Jan. 13, 20, 27 and Feb. 3, 2016 ————————————————— CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK 555 Escobar St. P.O. Box 350 Martinez, CA 94553-0135 FILED: Jan. 4, 2016 C. Dias, Deputy County Clerk Contra Costa County FILE NO. F-0000047-00

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) are doing business as: Senior Care Live-in, 1196 Boulevard Way, Walnut Creek, CA 94595, Contra Costa County HTS Senior Care, LLC 1196 Boulevard Way Walnut Creek, CA 94595 California Business conducted by a Limited Liability Co. The registrant(s) commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name listed above. s/Vincent Taisalan, Manager/Member This statement was filed with Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra Costa County, on date indicated by file stamp. Joseph E. Canciamilla, County Clerk Legal RN 5929 Publish Jan. 13, 20, 27 and Feb. 3, 2016 —————————————————

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT The following person(s) are doing business as: Rock Oak Villa, 594 Rock Oak Road, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, Contra Costa County

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Laura Ho is finalist in table tennis national championship

Members of the Pickleball Club wait to play the game in the Sierra Room at Del Valle.

Pickleball interest is growing in Rossmoor Testimony to the large number of Rossmoor pickleball players can be seen in the accompanying photo showing a crowd waiting to play pickleball at the Del Valle Complex. A little more than two years ago, the Pickleball Club membership consisted of 79 members. Today, there is in excess of 260 members, with many non-member Rossmoor residents expressing a desire to learn how to play the sport. Consequently, the Pickleball Club has planned many orientation clinics for 2016.

This extreme growth in pickleball is nationwide. In Rossmoor, a large portion of the residents are retired and looking for fun ways to get exercise and stay fit. Pickleball provides this opportunity and residents also find the playing the sport is a great way to make new friends. To find out more about playing pickleball in Rossmoor, send an email to Pickleball Club President Dale Reynolds at [email protected].

Rossmoor Table Tennis Club player Laura Ho competed in the United States Table Tennis National Championship held in Las Vegas in December. She was a finalist in the senior women’s 70-plus doubles and semi-finalist in 70-plus singles. Ho also competed in the Reno Senior Winter Games in February, the Sonoma Senior Games in June, the National Senior Games in July, the Reno Summer Senior Games in August, the Las Vegas Nevada Senior Games in September and the Huntsman Senior Games in Saint George, Utah, in October. For information about the club, review the bulletin board in the table tennis facility at

Laura Ho with some of her trophies Hillside, visit the website at http://rossmoorttc.wordpress. com; or contact Jane Vinson at 938-3843 or Fran Free at 650224-4118.

Pickleball Club will hold orientation for new players on Feb. 5 in Sierra Room The Rossmoor Pickleball Club will have an orientation clinic on Friday, Feb. 5, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Sierra Room at Del Valle. This free clinic is open to all Rossmoor residents. Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the nation and in Rossmoor. Those who wonder how to play, or have not played for quite some time, are welcome. The clinic will include information about the Rossmoor Pickleball Club and the history of the game. Participants will be introduced to the equipment and the physical and mental benefits of this active sport. Also, they will

view an on-court demonstration and be given an opportunity to play. Wear comfortable exercise clothes and tennis shoes that don’t leave marks. Applications for membership in the club will be available. Players must preregister for the clinic by calling Frank Reynolds at 322-8850. No walk-ins will be allowed. There is limited space and limited helpers. Those who haven’t filled out the necessary paperwork and waivers with the Fitness Center must do so in advance.

News photo by Mike DiCarlo

The 2016 Table Tennis Club board members are, from left, Secretary Jane Vinsent, Vice President Ralph Meinert, Dick Bertrand, Liz Keeley, Treasurer Anne Kuritsubo, President Fran Free, Mike Tsang, Mable Chew and Director Emeritus David Kwok.

Table Tennis Club makes plans for the new year

Lawn bowlers’ winter league play has begun New board members are announced The Rossmoor Table Tennis Club will continue to offer Free training classes offered to new lawn bowlers programs for members and nonmember Rossmoor residents By Bob Lewis

Club correspondent

Although the start of the Rossmoor Lawn Bowling Club’s winter league play was delayed by rain, league coordinator Frankie Napoli and his assistant, club vice president, Michael Ying, met in the mat house with the 10 skips and most of the 40 participants to discuss the organization and plans for the nine-game round robin series of contests. With Napoli’s innovative plan for teams of four bowlers playing triples games, the teams have been successful so far in juggling their games in among the intermittent El Niño rainstorms. All of the teams have their first week’s round of games completed, and eight of the 10 teams bowled their second round of play on Jan. 12 in anticipation of the predicted wash-out the following day. The leading teams, after two games bowled, each with two wins, are teams skipped by Horatio Carion, with 10 plus points; Vera Belton, with 9 plus points; and Frankie Napoli,

with 9 plus points. Coming events Mike and Eppie Ying are again this year coordinating the monthly Fun Socials. The first is scheduled for Thursday afternoon, Jan. 28, weather permitting. Vera Belton and Bob Lewis are coordinating the annual fundraising project of helping with the inventory for David M. Brian, scheduled for the morning of Sunday, Jan. 31. This project raises funds for the club. Many members’ help is needed. Family and friends may also help. Be sure to sign up and keep the commitment. Free training classes This is a relatively quiet time of the year. It’s an excellent time to get out on the greens and be introduced to lawn bowling. Regularly scheduled Monday and Friday classes for new lawn bowlers are led by Ed and Pauline de Assis. They have been conducting the training for the club for many years and are among the best of the club’s bowlers. Any Rossmoor resident may call either of them at 943-2003 or Frankie Napoli at 407-6526.

in 2016. The goal is to provide a fun and competitive environment that offers the opportunity to enhance players’ skills and provide some valuable exercise. Two tournaments with retirement communities, The Villages and Trilogy, will take place. Several in-house tournaments for all player levels are also scheduled. In addition, two of the popular skill-building workshops for both members and Rossmoor nonmembers are planned, one in March and one in November. On the social front, there will be a variety of events. These include a spring brunch, a summer pizza and bingo party, a summer barbecue and potluck and a winter holiday party. The 2016 board of directors includes Michael Tsang, tournament director; Mable Chew, membership; Dick Bertrand, publicity; David Kwok, director emeritus; Fran Free, president; Jane Vinson, secretary; Liz Keeley, social director; Anne Kuritsubo, treasurer; Ralph Meinert, vice president; and Frank Chui, building and equipment director. New members are always welcome. For information, review the bulletin board in the table tennis facility at Hillside, visit the club’s website at http://rossmoorttc.wordpress.com; or contact Jane Vinson at 938-3843 or Fran Free at 650-224-4118.

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CEO Tim O’Keefe speaks at RMGC membership meeting The Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club will have its spring kickoff membership meeting on Monday, Feb. 8, from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the Event Center. Refreshments will be served. This is a free event, open to all members and those interested in joining. The guest speaker will be Tim O’ Keefe, new CEO of the Golden Rain Foundation. Attendees will also have an opportunity meet the club’s new board of directors. Information tables will also be available for membership, tournaments, Northern California Golf Association sponsored events, home and home events, twilight and handicap. The signup sheet is in the Pro Shop or members can make a reservation with Dickey Nitta at [email protected] or at 478-6525.

Trails Club offers hikes on Wednesdays, Saturdays The Rossmoor Trails Club offers a variety of hikes every Wednesday and Saturday, and a walk around the golf course each Monday morning, when the course is closed to golfers. Hikers are divided into four groups. Generally, Amblers hike three to five miles at a moderate pace with up to a 500-foot elevation gain. Ramblers hike five to seven miles. Trekkers hike six to eight miles and Scramblers, six to nine miles. Each succeeding group may hike areas with more elevation gains or at a faster pace. To join, go to trailsclubofrossmoor.com. Go to Club Information, then Membership. Print the application packet and send it to the registrar. For information, call Mary Ann Garvey, membership coordinator, at 932-6505. Monday walkers meet at 8:45 a.m. on the large patio between Peacock Hall and Gateway Clubhouse. Amblers, Ramblers, Trekkers and Scramblers meet Wednesdays and Saturdays behind Gateway Multipurpose Room 3 at 8:45 a.m. to arrange carpools to trailheads; departure is at 9. Hikers should bring cash to share gas costs with the driver. Most trips are $2 to $6 based on roundtrip distance (and occasional park fees). Also, bring a lunch to eat on the trail. Hikers are usually back by 2 to 3 p.m. Some hikes return later and the leader will advise in advance. Pets are not allowed. Bay Area weather is unpredictable, so hikers are advised to dress in layers and be prepared for heat, wind and rain. Wear comfortable hiking boots and bring lots of water, hiking poles and sun protection. All hike destinations are weather dependent, but leaders will be ready to take hikers elsewhere if the scheduled hike is rained out, too muddy or too exposed in hot weather. The schedule of hikes, along with changes and updates, is available on the webpage. Go to Monthly Hike Calendar and click on Agenda. Looking to exercise? All Channel 28 TV exercise programs can be checked out at the Rossmoor Library.

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Niners’ past and present captains meet Former captains of the Rossmoor Women’s Nine-Hole Golf Club met with current board members on Jan. 7. The purpose of the meeting was to honor the club’s past captains and to get their wisdom and input on ways to continue strengthening the organization. The new board appreciates the positive groundwork laid for the board by past captains. Current Niners’ captain, Karen Wener, chaired the meeting. Discussions included important historical Niners’ decisions, idea sharing for solving current club challenges and suggestions for enabling past captains to continue to have a role in Niners’ events. Eight past captains attended the meeting, including a few who have gone on to join the 18ers. Three past captains showed up wearing their Niners’ club sweaters from their past years on the board. The Niners’ spirit was alive and well and filled with fun at the meeting. The group howled at past captain Barbara Jor-

News photo by Mike DiCarlo

Past Niner captains include, from left, seated, Barbara May, Bev Orum and Pat Dunn and standing, Fran McDonnell, current Captain Karen Wener, Jackie Bateman, Lorrie McCurdy, Barbara Jordan and Sue Fleck. dan’s recounting of her experience as an Olympic swimmer trying out a new Speedo flotation suit. Past captain Barbara May read a poem about golf, and past captain Sue Fleck used

her cell phone to share a song about golf sung to the tune of “Sixteen Tons.” Creekside Grill provided hors d’oeuvres and refreshments for the group’s enjoyment.

18ers launch new season at luncheon The Rossmoor Women’s 18-Hole Golf Club will launch the 2016 golf season at a luncheon on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 11 a.m. in the Event Center. All members are invited. This event will offer the opportunity to get together with golf buddies and meet new members. There will be information tables set up with news about all of the club functions, tournaments, team play and special events planned for the upcoming year. Be prepared to sign up for the Birdie Board ($4) and the eclectic tourney ($4). This gives members a chance to improve their golf and win money at the same time. Another table will have the schedules for two team play groups – Diablo Team and East Bay Team. This is a chance to play against other lo-

cal teams at local country clubs. There will also be an information table listing open days, new rules and membership in the club. The launch event gives old and new members a chance to meet and mingle and to become excited about all of the events the club has scheduled for 2016. There is a charge of $5 for lunch and reservations are required. Reservation checks, payable to Rossmoor 18ers, should be put in an envelope labeled “Launch Party” along with the member’s name. The envelope should be put in the 18ers’ drawer in the Pro Shop no later than Sunday, Feb. 7. For information, contact Bari Mantel, event chairwoman, at [email protected].

Tennis Club plays first Wild Card of 2016 The winners of the first Jan 2 are as follows: came in second with 20 points. R o s s m o o r Te n n i s C l u b In the men’s group, Michael For the women, Becky Reiss (RTC) Wild Card Tourna- Ying took first place with took first place with 23 points ment of the new year played 23 points. Chris Christopher and Dee Dunne took second place with 18 points. This tournament is unique in that participants are only required to be Rossmoor residents; but not necessarily RTC members. The Wild Card Tournament is played on the first Saturday of every month except November and December. Refreshments and tennis balls are provided. The tournament includes seven rounds of four games each. The first two and last two rounds are mixed doubles. The third through fifth rounds are same-gender matches. Scoring is no add. The next Wild Card Tournament is Saturday, Feb. 6. A sign-up sheet will be posted at the Buckeye kiosk two weeks before the tournament. For information, contact Barbara Phillips, Wild Card Tournament director, at 9333394.

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Golf Shop News F R O M T H E g o l f p ro

Rainy Days By Mark Heptig, director of golf The year 2016 is off to a wet, soggy start and it is just what we needed. Hopefully Mother Nature will bless us with a few more drenchings and we can relax our water restrictions for the coming season. We are seeing great results from our fall reseeding program. Many areas throughout the course are sprouting new rows of grass. A great example of this is the first fairway of Dollar where during the summer we had turned off all sprinklers on the left side of the path. With the reseeding it looks very good. The crew reseeded all the fairways, tees and greens. They also hit some of the “primary in play” rough areas like the first hole on Dollar. But there were many areas we did not reseed because they will become mulch areas in the near future as we do phase two of that program. Also we think that there is a good chance that EBMUD will have water restrictions this coming year and we didn’t want to put down seed we could not water. Managing the golf course facility through this drought has been difficult, so we appreciate everyone who has been so supportive. Blake and I will continue to try and give you the best playing surface we can with the resources at our disposal. Things that you can do this winter to help us get ready for a great spring include: • Keep the carts on the path, keep the carts on the path and keep the carts on the path. Any leap-fogging around another cart or believing the rules don’t apply to you can do massive damage. Now the golf course crew is fixing your mistakes rather than working on other projects. • Fix your ball marks on the greens (yours and one more at least) and replace your divots. If you can’t find the divot then fill in with sand (seed is not growing this time of year). • Take extra care of the Lakeside practice area when you are using it. • Be careful around slopes and creek banks. Turf can be slippery and the dirt can give way. We have the best waterproof rainwear in the business now in the golf shop. The Sunice Company comes in both men’s and women’s and the pants come in a variety of inseams – great looking and affordable. If you’re looking for the number-one rated rainwear, this is it! We also carry winter gloves and many different styles of rain hats.

Domino Club’s Winter Team Tourney begins Monday The Domino Club’s Winter Team Tournament is set for Monday, Jan. 25, in the Oak Room at Gateway. Players are encouraged to arrive by 6:15 p.m., so that play can begin by 6:30. This year will feature either the “Battle of the Sexes,” with players divided up according to gender, or the “Battle of the State-exes,” where division is by birth state. This will be determined on the night of tournament, depending on the make-up of the players present. The usual five-game format will be employed, except participants will draw for a seat before each game and will draw from two separate bags so they will always be partnered with someone on their same team. All player scores will then count toward a total for the evening to determine which team wins. Saturday players are reminded that the sessions going forward will return to the usual time of 10 a.m. in Multipurpose Room 2 at Gateway. Dues for 2016 ($10) need to be in to Jeannie Johnson by

the end of January. Teaching sessions are conducted on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon in the Oak Room. Instructors are available for all levels of ability, from new players to advanced. Anyone who can add and subtract is encouraged to come and learn the Five-Up version of dominoes, the style of play used by the Domino Club. After learning the basics, new players will be encouraged to join with the club on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to play actual games, while learning more of the nuances and strategies. For information contact Lee Barry at 891-4149. Winners for Jan. 12 were: Bill Wilson, 352; Ray Gorski, 330; Ana Jardine, 325; Bob Weyand, 323; Maxine Northon, 322; Curt Gunn, 315; and Polly Elgie, 313. Winners for Jan. 9 were: Connie Mitchell, 331; Sally Lowry, 330; Carl Pischke, 329; Gunn, 322; Lee Barry, 322; Miriam Schwartz, 322; Wint Mather, 318; Jerry Foott, 315; and Maggie Shultz, 315.

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Big winners at Pickleball Club party The Rossmoor Pickleball Club holiday party on Jan. 8 was well attended with over 130 members and guests enjoying the festivities. The party was free and the food was diverse, as each attendee was asked to bring a potluck dish. A new game was played that proved to be good at getting everyone to mix it up socially. There were six winners during the evening. Four won cash prizes from raffle sales, one bid on a donated new pickleball paddle, and one won a $100 gift certificate to dine at Scott’s Seafood. The winners were Judy Lowe, Becky Reiss, Marvin Suchman, Doug Fountain, Mimi Salamat and Barb Anast. The event was very well organized thanks to the efforts of the party planning committee, chaired by Su-

Winners at the Pickleball Club’s holiday party are, Judy Lowe, kneeling, and standing from left, Becky Reiss, Marvin Suchman and Doug Fountain, who received a certificate presented by Jacklynn Roenspie, the donor. Winners, Mimi Salamat and Barb Anast were not available for the photo. sanne Wong, and helpers olds, Jacklynn Roenspie, Ilene Colby, Corinne Drumn, Dave Sperry, May Wong and Terry Gordon, Donna Reyn- Peggy Yamada.

Partnership Bridge On Jan. 8 at partnership bridge, the scores were: Carolyn Nelson/ Anne Riley 3980, John and Dolores Clark 3330 with a small slam in diamonds making 7 and Hazel Gentry/Helen Dailey 2540. The low score was 1380. For information, call Helen Dailey at 934-1902 or Carolyn Nelson at 255-0144. On Jan. 12, 24 people played partnership bridge in the Oak Room at Gateway. Sam Raber/ Joyce Towner had the top score of 3790. Other winners were: Dolores and John Clark 3480, Patsy McAteer/John de Benedictis 3130, John Harris/Sara Spence 3060 and

Sue Adams/Mary Kelley 2860. The low score was 1070. Directors John and Dolores Clark managed the game. For information, call Dolores Clark at 330-8612. There were 60 players at partnership bridge on Jan. 14. The winners were: Mary Burkhard/ Carolyn Nelson 4620, Wendy and Bill Dorband 4160 with a small slam in 6 spades, Nancy and Jack Holtzapple 4030, Lil Hara/Gail Strack 3840 with a small slam in 6 hearts, Jane Kadner/Barbara Klein 3580, Neal Monasch/Velma Leavitt 3550, Roger Hall/Lou Feinberg 3540, Don Thompson/ Don Christiansen 3240, Helen

Dailey/Dawn Howell 3140 and Dee Monasch/Judy Lowe 2980. The low score was 770. There were 36 players at partnership bridge on Jan. 13. The winners were: Neal Monasch/Satya Ray 5260 with a small slam in 6 hearts, Marion and Valentine Grohoski 3680, Rita Wasserman/ Jerry Werner 3460, Gail Strack/ Lil Hara 3450, Marrion Powers Miller/Edna Nebinger 3290 with a small slam in 6 spades and Fay and Jim McDonald 2790. The low score was 880. For information, call Neal Monasch at 933-9429.

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Shoot three-pointers at Del Valle Rossmoor basketball players will try their hand at emulating Steph Curry when they shoot three-pointers on Monday, Jan. 25, at the Del Valle Complex. As usual, competition is open to both sexes with the 55 to 65 age group shooting at 1 p.m. The 66 to 76 age group will start shooting at 2:30 (or sooner) and the 77plus group will start at 4 (or sooner). Shooters will be shooting from the top of the key at a distance measuring 19 feet, nine

inches. Shooters will shoot 25 shots. As usual, two practice shots will be allowed. Shooters may shoot at either of the baskets provided. All participants will be mentioned in a subsequent News article with special mention given to those who place first, second or third. Contact Bob Randall at 937-2037 or Angela Norton at 997-4795 for any other information.

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Duplicate Bridge winners Tuesday, Jan. 5 Section A N/S 1. J. Fendel/I. Darroch 2. L. Pesavento/M. Sherman 3. P. Taylor/D. Barker 4. A. Murray/N. Rosenberg E/W 1. E. Beltran/C. Ip 2. B. Fendel/P. Zieger 3. R. Elgie/M. Suchman 4. B. LaCour/C. Daar Section B N/S 1. J. Kadner/R. Becker 2. M. Handy/K. Handy 3. N. Stein/V. VanHook 4. E. Ying/E. Chiang E/W 1. C. Moyes/S. Donnenfeld 2. D. Langthorn/V. Mills 3. K. Pittman/M. Mobberley 4. P. Arsenault/J. Logan Wednesday, Jan. 6 N/S 1. C. Warner/L. Chien 2. D. Terris/E. Beltran 3. H. Eisenberg/J. Kitchens 4. E. Ying/J. Anderson E/W 1. M. Suchman/J. Autrey 2. J. Durie/E. Lang 3. B. Burgess/M. Livingston 4. A. Eastman/B. Price Thursday, Jan. 7 N/S 1. C. Griffin/L. Farrell 2. L. Moura/G. Aiyar 3. B. Johnson/R. Olswang 4. L. Harrfis/J. Cheung E/W 1. P. Krock/S. Eltringham 2. M. Mok/R. Cunha 3. S. Marks/B. Worsham 4. B. Mantel/M. Schubarth Friday, Jan. 8 N/S 1. C. Cassassa/J. Hyde 2. S. Fleck/L. Kerwin 3. R. Hartwig/R. Peters 4. G. Mcbeth/B. Dreyer E/W 1. J. Kitchens/K. Bernard 2. P. Carmichael/S. Hyde 3. H. Mayne/B. Mayne 4. M. Smith/K. Smith Saturday, Jan. 9 N/S 1. P. Taylor/K. Young 2. M. Suchman/R. Corr 3. A. Murray/J. Guillen 4. L. Chien/H. Wee E/W 1. I. Darroch/O. Edor 2. M. Barnes/P. Efland 3. B. Grotz/M. Stuart 4. C. Warner/P. Zieger Monday, Jan. 11 Section A N/S 1. L. Grawoig/S. Williams 2. K. Miller/L. Kriens 3. V. Petersen/M. Koch 4. G. Hargrove/K. Smith

The 2016 Rossmoor Duplicate Bridge board members are, from left, seated, Mary Neff, secretary; Bobbie Burgess, hospitality chairwoman; Barbara V. Smith, assistant treasurer; Jean Autrey, vice president and treasurer; and standing, Bob Elgie, membership chairman; Sherry Marks, assistant secretary; Marjorie Livingston, member at large; Kit Miller, publicity chairwoman and Earl Reeve, president.

Carol Warner, left, and Louise Chien had a 73.96 percent duplicate bridge score in the open game on Jan. 6. E/W 1. I. Darroch/P. Zieger 2. M. Mok/M. Stuart 3. M. Livingston/B. Burgess 4. M. Kessler/C. Daar Section B N/S 1 B. Smith/C. Ferrett 2. N. Donaldson/D. Thompson 3. J. Kadner/R. Becker 4. T. Blankfeld/M. Renvall

E/W 1. J. Autrey/V. Mlls 2. A. Geiger/S. Donnenfeld 3. D. Dillingham/K. Pittman 4. F. Block/J. Granich For additional information, see posted results or go to: www. diablova lleybr idge.com /rossmoor-duplicate-bridge-club.

TRX suspension training clinics offered on Mondays and Wednesdays

Chess Forum Each week, the Rossmoor Chess Club offers a chess problem or a clever opening as well as the answer for the previous week. The answer for the Jan. 13 problem is 1.Ng6 check … hxg6 2.Qg1 … any 3 ... Qh2 mate. This week, another problem is offered to tease the mind, white to mate in three. The answer will be included in next week’s column. Players at all levels are once again welcome in the Chess Room on the first floor back corner at the Dollar Clubhouse on Fridays from 12:30 to 2 p.m. On Saturdays, there’s a nice crowd from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Play is also on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call or email a player to meet you. Call Bob Dickson at 934-1405 with the solution and any questions or comments.

The Fitness Center at Del Valle offers an ongoing small group training clinic, TRX suspension training, on Mondays and Wednesdays from noon to 1 p.m., in the Sierra Room. The class is taught by Emm Yee on Mondays and Rachel Anderson on Wednesdays. The class will be held free of charge for two weeks beginning Monday, Feb. 1 and continuing Mondays and Wednesdays until Feb. 10. Sign up at the front desk (only eight spots available). TRX suspension training offers a total-body workout using gravity and one’s own bodyweight to help strengthen and define the body. Using the TRX can also help improve balance,

flexibility, mobility and core stability. The TRX can benefit people of all fitness levels. By utilizing a person’s own bodyweight, the TRX suspension trainer can provide greater performance and functionality than traditional weight training. After the two weeks of free sessions, the cost is $10 per class, payable by check (made out to GRF), cash or credit card. There will be a limit of eight people per class. For information, contact Anderson at [email protected] or Mary Hardy, front desk coordinator, at mhardy@rossmoor. com or at 988-7850. Register in person or call the front desk.

Scrabble Club changes meeting time The Scrabble Club continues to meet Wednesdays in the Chess Room at Dollar, but the time has changed to 9:30 a.m. There are all levels of play and

members help novices and bePlay is for fun although it is ginners to improve their games. organized so that players learn Scrabble is a good mental what competitive rules are. challenge that helps individuFor information, call Linda als exercise their brains. Sterling at 683-6934.

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Clubs & Organizations Financial Forum will hear from wealth advisor Tuesday The Financial Forum will present Morgan Stanley’s George Noceti at the next meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at 3 p.m. in the Fireside Room. He is a wealth advisor and chartered retirement plans specialist in Walnut Creek and San Francisco. Noceti’s topic will be “Life After Work: How to Create a Sustainable Income Stream in Retirement.” Noceti teaches at UC Berkeley (in the Personal Financial Planning Program) and was recently awarded the Tim Kochis Award for Teaching Excellence. He has also received the San Francisco East Bay Five Star Wealth Managers Award. He helps clients to manage their present situations and plan for their future dreams and aspirations. Noceti is the exclusive 401(k) financial advisor for TechAmerica, the world’s largest technology association. For information, email [email protected].

Volunteer Exchange Program to hear about microfinance The regular meeting of the Volunteer Exchange Program will be held Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 10:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway Clubhouse. Refreshments will be served. Michelle Kreger, daughter of Rossmoor resident Sue Wetzler, will use personal stories and photos to talk about her experiences working to alleviate poverty worldwide through microfinance. As a former senior leader at Kiva, the first person-to-person microlending platform, Kreger traveled to 50 countries. She worked with local organizations to facilitate over half a billion dollars in loans to individuals. Kiva (www.kiva.org) was founded in October 2005 as a

nonprofit with headquarters in San Francisco. Its mission is to connect people to loans who do not have access to traditional banking. The Volunteer Exchange Program exists to help Rossmoor residents help each other. Members provide services for other members and earn credits for doing so. In turn, they can use their earned credits to obtain services from other members. Membership dues are $15 annually. There are no additional charges except for reimbursement of out-of-pocket expenses such as gasoline and parking. It is not an emergency service and is not available to nonmembers. For information call 906-9882.

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Voices for Justice in Palestine to hear from founder of If Americans Knew Voices for Justice in Palestine meets on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at 5 p.m. in the Fairway Room at Creekside. The speaker is Alison Weir, founder of If Americans Knew and president of the Council for National Interest. If Americans Knew is a nonprofit organization that focuses on the Arab-Israeli conflict and United States foreign policy in the Middle East. Its goal is to educate the American public on issues that are unreported, underreported and misreported in American media. In 2001, Weir left her job as the editor of a weekly newspaper and traveled alone

to the Palestinian territories where she observed the Middle East reality first hand. She believes that the truth of the Palestinian/Israel conflict bears almost no resemblance to what is told in the United States media. Weir will discuss her new book, “Against Our Better Judgment,” the history of how the United States created Israel. It documents the history of the Israel lobby in the United States and how Zionism played a role in U.S. politics since 1910. She traces the root of the current violence in Israel/Palestine and media coverage of the region. A question-answer period

will follow. All Rossmoor residents and interested parties are welcome. A $1 donation by nonmembers is appreciated. Voices for Justice seeks to promote peace in Israel/Palestine and believes that peace can only be realized with justice. New members are welcome; annual membership is $10 per household. Free educational materials not generally supplied by mainstream media will be available. Books and DVDs can be checked out. Visit the club’s website at www.voicesforpalestine.com. For information, contact Mary Izett at 464-7651.

Lions learn about genealogy tomorrow Rossmoor resident Reta Wilcox will talk to the Lions Club of Rossmoor on Thursday, Jan. 21. She will tell how she got involved in family history and what she learned: The apple does not fall far from the tree. The Lions meet at 11:30 a.m. in the Diablo Room at Hillside. The speaker starts at about 12:30 p.m. Wilcox, who moved to Rossmoor nine years ago, will tell a few brief stories about significant ancestors. They include a risk taking immigrant great-grandfather, a dedicated-to-family great-grandmother, a resilient grandmother married to a gambler, a stylish independent woman, a committed group of siblings and a hardworking career-minded couple looking for opportunity. Wilcox retired from a long career in nonprofit management. She was a professional

staff member for Girl Scouts of the USA. She held executive positions in several states and worked as a consultant from the national headquarters in New York City. She has developed a membership outreach program, training materials, written a how-to book on fundraising and managed three different administrative mergers. She retired as CEO of a la rge regional Girl Scout council in suburban Chicago. She was educated in the Califor nia state university system, achieving a master’s degree in public administration. In Rossmoor, she is one of the directors of the Rossmoor Fund and has helped guided its fundraising efforts. For infor mation about the Lions Club, call Chuck Shaddle at 256-0664.

Stamp Club meets Jan. 30 Antiques Club to hear about how Japan The Rossmoor Stamp Club will hold its regular meeting on inspired western artists Wednesday Saturday, Jan. 30, in Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway. The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m. and end at 11. The meeting will feature the club’s usual “clothesline” to show members new or recently discovered treasures. There will be a stamp quiz and a door prize given at the end of the meeting. A report on news from Linn’s Weekly Journal will be given, as well as a talk on a famous person portrayed on a United States stamp. Club members will travel to Redwood City to participate in the Western Philatelic Library’s grand opening on Saturday, Feb. 6. The ceremonies are scheduled from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with a reception hosted by the organizers of the Western Philatelic Exhibition held annually in April. WESTPEX has generously supported the library by paying for the binding of paper philatelic journals and publications including stamp bulletins and pamphlets. It also offers an opportunity for the library to sell duplicate and unneeded materials during its annual stamp show. For information about stamp collecting in Rossmoor, come to a club meeting or contact club President Rich Kirby at 324-6328 or at [email protected].

Rotary learns about design The topic “Stay in your home for life – Principles of Universal Design” will be presented by Robineve Cole, design principal of Robineve Interiors, to the Rotary Club of Rossmoor on Wednesday, Jan. 27. Robineve will discuss how thoughtful interior design is so important to the quality of lives. Rossmoor Rotary meets at the Hillside Clubhouse. The meeting starts at 11:30 a.m.

and the speaker usually starts around 1 p.m. Robineve has been creating award-winning environments for 25-plus years. She specializes in building a collaborative, fun design process. She is also a downsizing specialist and Certified Aging in Place Specialist (CAPS). Contact Joy Alaidarous, pastpresident of Rossmoor Rotary, with any questions, 954-1002.

The Antiques Club will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 27, at 1:30 p.m. in Donner Rooms A and B at the Event Center. A lecturer from the Asian Art Museum in San Francisco will speak about the current exhibit, “Looking East: How Japan Inspired Monet, Van Gogh and Other Western Artists.” Vincent Van Gogh once

said, “My whole work is founded on the Japanese.” The exhibit features more than 170 paintings, prints and decorative objects that trace the West’s growing interest in Japan beginning in the late 1800s. This is the first meeting of the Antiques Club for the year. Dues of $15 for 2016 are now payable. To be included in the

roster, dues must be received by Friday, Jan. 15. Dues checks, payable to the Antiques Club of Rossmoor, should be sent to Mary Sue Zimmerman, 1700 Oakmont Drive No. 1. Do not put checks in the club mailbox at Gateway. All residents of Rossmoor are welcome to join. For membership information, contact Zimmerman at 650-533-1873.

The Connection Club will present ‘What We Need to Know About Islam’ Feb. 2 Professor will talk about religious beliefs The Connection Club presents “What We Need to Know About Islam” on Tuesday, Feb. 2, at 6:45 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Of all the non-Western religions, Islam stands closest to the West ideologically and religiously. It stands in the Abrahamic family of religions and is the most difficult religion for the West to understand. The Muslim population is growing rapidly (1.6 billion). Professor Bill Garrett will discuss Islam from the different beliefs within the religion to the Koran, to the Five Pillars of Wisdom and ISIS. Garrett received his bachelor and master’s

degrees in philosophy from San Francisco State University, and his doctorate in religion and philosophy from the California Institute of Integral Studies. For over 40 years he has taught courses in the history of ideas, including courses in religion, culture, philosophy and literature. He has taught at John F. Kennedy University, San Francisco State University and UC Berkeley and at various venues of the Osher Lifelong Learning Program. Everybody is invited to attend. For information about the program, contact Barbara Gilbert, 932-8350. For information about the club, go to www.rossmoorconnection.org.

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RELIGION

Religious Services CATHOLIC St. Anne’s Catholic Church schedule of Masses for Jan. 23 and 24 is as follows: Rev. Lawrence Ng will celebrate the 9 a.m. Masses on Saturday and Sunday. Rev. George Da Roza will preside at the 5 p.m. Mass on Saturday, and the 11:15 a.m. Mass on Sunday. Reconciliation is available on Saturdays, 4 to 4:30 p.m., or by appointment. All are welcome at St. Anne’s Church, celebrating “Faith, Hope and Love” since 1965. PRESBYTERIAN Grace Presbyterian Church invites everyone to worship on Sunday, Jan. 24, at 10 a.m. The Rev. Roger Reaber will deliver a sermon titled “Anointed,” based on Luke 4:14-21 and 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a. During the service, newly elected elders and deacons will be ordained and installed. After worship there will be a brief congregational meeting. Then enjoy festive treats and a time to socialize in the Fireside Room. A three-week adult study will begin at 11:25 a.m. in the library. The study, “Understanding and Responding to Mental Illness,” will be conducted by Jean Irvine, RN, LCSW. The study repeats on Tuesday, Jan. 26, at 7 p.m. Call the church office at 935-2100 for information. JEWISH B’nai Israel Congregation Sabbath services will be led by Rachel Brott on Friday, Jan. 22, at 7:30 p.m. in the Vista Room, Hillside Clubhouse. The greeter, Helene Feldman, will say the blessing over the challah. Sheila and Leon Levinsky will provide the oneg in celebration of their 55th wedding anniversary and Sheila’s birthday and she will say the blessing over the candles. After the service, Judy Vida will present a program celebrating Tu B’shvat, the New Year of the trees. She and friends will lead the congregation in a “mini” Seder. All members and guests are welcome. The annual meeting will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 20, beginning with a gala dessert reception at 7 p.m. in the Club Room at Creekside. A review of the activities of the year, elections and installation of officers and directors will take place following the reception. The next board meeting will be held on Wednesday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the Las Trampas Room at Hillside Clubhouse. All members are encouraged to attend.

Religious Services B’NAI ISRAEL CONGREGATION Friday Evening Service 7:30 p.m. Vista Room–Hillside Clubhouse For information call 287-9997 or 300-3225

HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH Worship: 10:30 a.m. each Sunday Fireside Room, Gateway Clubhouse For info, call the church office: 709-4673

GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 2100 Tice Valley Blvd. at Rossmoor Prkwy. 935-2100 Sundays: Worship 10 a.m., Pastor: Roger Reaber

TICE VALLEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Services every Sunday at 11 a.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway Rev. Joanne Peterson • 937-4535 New Office: 1944 Tice Valley Blvd.

ST. ANNE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Sunday Masses 9:00 & 11:15 a.m. Sat. 5 p.m., Weekdays 8 a.m. Confessions Sat. 3:30-4:30 p.m. Father Joseph Parekkatt 1600 Rossmoor Prkwy. 932-2324

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF WALNUT CREEK Sundays: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. 2336 Buena Vista Ave., WC 934-2139

ST. LUKE’S EPISCOPAL CHURCH Service 10 a.m., Diablo Room, Hillside, Rector: the Rev. Anne Cox Bailey 937-4820 (Office)

FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST #2 Eckley Lane, Walnut Creek (corner of Eckley Lane and Walnut Blvd.) Sunday 10 a.m. Wednesday Evening 7:30 p.m. 934-4527

LUTHERAN Hope Lutheran Church invites everyone to gather for a spirited worship service in the Fireside Room at Gateway at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 24. Pastor Jack Niemi will preach on Luke 4:14-21. Marji Calbeck will fill in for Wayne Anderson as grand pianist. Don Gurley serves as cantor. Meriel Ennik will provide special music. Immediately following worship, all are invited to the fourth Sunday luncheon for fellowship and food. The people of Hope Church gather in the Fireside Room to be transformed by a warm and friendly time of liturgical worship and high-spirited fellowship. Rossmoor Dial-a-Bus delivers attendees to Gateway Clubhouse. Large-print bulletins and hearing aid T-coil complement the accessibility of worship at Hope. For information or pastoral concerns, contact Pastor Niemi at 349-5111. Visit Hope’s website at www.hoperossmoor.org. EPISCOPAL St. Luke’s Episcopal Church invites all Rossmoor residents to a service of “caring and sharing through inspirational worship and fellowship” on Sunday, Jan 24, at 10 a.m. in the Diablo Room at Hillside Clubhouse. On this second Sunday after the Epiphany, a memorial service for Marie Morrison will be held. All are welcome to participate fully, and to stay for refreshments and fellowship at the potluck coffee hour following the service. Call the church office for more details: 937-4820. Visit the website: www.stlukeswalnutcreek.org or the Facebook page at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Walnut Creek-Rossmoor. METHODIST Tice Valley United Methodist Church invites everyone to a joyful and hope-filled worship experience on Sunday mornings at 11 in Peacock Hall. This Sunday, Jan. 24, Pastor Joanne Peterson will preach on Psalm 36:5-10 and John 14:12. Her sermon title is “Live Expectantly.” Loni Williams is the music director. The choir sings each Sunday from September through June. Holy Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of each month. Weekly worship is wheelchair-accessible with large-print bulletins and aids for hearing. After the service, worshippers are invited for conversation and refreshments in multipurpose rooms 1 and 2. On the fourth Sunday of each month, a light lunch will be provided. For information or pastoral care, contact the church office at 937-4535, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Thursday, or visit the website at tvumc.org.

Minor Prophets discussed at Bible Study The Rossmoor Bible Study Group meets for the second study of the Minor Prophets on Thursday, Jan. 21, at Dollar Clubhouse. The first study held last week offered an overview of the prophets, explaining their origin and purpose. This week is titled “Joel: God’s Judgment and Salvation.” The study is held from 9 to 10:45 a.m. Small groups meet from 9 to 9:45. Pastor Glenn Tatum follows with a lecture from 10 to 10:45 on the material studied. Those preferring just the lecture are welcome for that alone. This Bible study has been offered for over 25 years in Rossmoor. It’s nondenominational and open to anyone interested in studying the Bible in a congenial and nonthreatening setting. For information, contact Jim Williams at 934-0594.

Light for Others Catholic Group meets Sunday Light for Others Catholic Group invites all baptized Catholics to a meeting on Sunday, Jan. 24, from 2 to 4:30 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside. Meeting topics include the story of Jonah and God’s mercy and how to live out the Jubilee of Mercy in daily lives. Enjoy fellowship, light refreshments, discussion and sharing that follows. A wide array of Catholic publications and resources are available at the meeting to take home and share with others. For information, call Nel Aguas at 984-5552.

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Author Annagret Ogden to speak to SIR Sons in Retirement (SIR), branch 81, will meet Tuesday, Feb. 2, in the Fireside Room at Gateway. Registration opens at 10 a.m. with a hosted bar. The buffet lunch is at noon with the speaker to follow. The speaker is Rossmoor author Annagret Ogden. Her novel, “Made in Germany,” describes her own story as a young child in wartime Nazi Germany. In the book, the fictional character attends Munich University, meets an American, marries and moves to the United States and a new life. She attends UC Berkeley and chooses the role of librarian. Ogden is the founder of the Kensington Ladies Society and has had three books published.

Photo by Walter Braun

Annegret Ogden The luncheon menu includes

Cesar salad, beef stroganoff, green beans and chocolate cake for dessert. The cost is $15. For reservation information, call Don Egan at 943-7870. Members are reminded that 2016 dues of $20 are now payable. The required registration form will be available at the luncheon meeting or at the club’s website, www.sirbranch81.org. The monthly SIR luncheon meetings provide an opportunity to maintain and enhance old friendships and make new acquaintances. Visitors are welcome. For information, contact Ernie DiMaria at 274-1878 or Leo Feltz at 256-9879. Additional information is available at the SIR website.

End of Life Concerns meets jointly with Atheists to hear about Willed Body Program The End of Life Concerns Club will hold a joint meeting with the Atheists and Agnostics Club to learn about the Willed Body Program of UCSF on Monday, Feb. 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Club Room at Creekside. More detailed information can be found in the

Atheists article in this issue of the News. For information on the Willed Body Program, visit the website at http://willedbodyprogram.ucsf.edu/. One mission of the End of Life Concerns Club is to assist neighbors with advance care

planning. Rita Bogaert, the club’s president, is available to help complete Advance Health Care Directives and Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST). Call 323-3507 or email at endoflifeconcerns@gmail. com.

Learn about music of memorable composers at NCJW meeting Wednesday The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) will learn about the music of memorable Jewish composers at the club’s meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 27, in the Donner Room at the Event Center. The speaker is Rossmoor resident Steven Lowe who was the public information specialist for the Seattle Symphony. He has written numerous articles for different musical journals. He will explore the music of memorable Jewish composers who have added greatly to the repertoire of classical music, many of them equally adept as performers. The list of legendary violinists and pianists reads like a who’s who of classically trained musicians. A very short and obviously incomplete list includes Kreisler, Heifetz, Milstein, Stern and Perlman among violinists and Horowitz, Rubenstein, Ashkenazy, Fleisher and Barenboim in the pantheon of great pianists. Coffee will be served at 9:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 10. The meeting is free and open to all Rossmoor residents and their guests. For information, contact Rose Jackson at 279-0735. NCJW is a volunteer organization that works to improve the quality of life for women, children and families through its various programs supported by its membership and by safeguarding individual rights and freedoms.

Bonnie Edson

Happiness Club to hear about individuality The In Search of Ideal Happiness Club (Happiness Club) will meet on Wednesday, Jan. 27, from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Vista Room at Hillside Clubhouse. Attendees are asked to read “Happy 4 Life – Here’s How to Do It,” chapter 12, on individuality. This is one of the 12 keys for obtaining ideal happiness. Author Bob Nozik will be the presenter and lead the discussion. Not knowing who we really are leads people to struggle with low self-esteem and lack of self-love. Without self-knowledge, how can people trust themselves to direct their lives? It may seems safer to give our fate over to others. Books may be purchased by contacting Dick Powell at 238-6366 or emailing [email protected]. The price is $15. The class is free. There is more information at www. IdealHappiness.org.

Hadassah Single Sisters enjoy brunch in Lafayette

Hadassah’s group for single women will have its monthly get-together on Sunday, Feb. 7, at 11:30 a.m. at La Finestra restaurant, 100 Lafayette Circle, Lafayette. Bring cash for your meal. Reservations are required by Friday, Feb. 5. For reservations or carpool information, contact Tecca Blankfeld at 926-0559 or at [email protected].

Louis Henry Peisson Louis Henry Peisson passed away on January 10th. He was born to Henri Peisson and Elisa Gonzalez on February 12, 1929 in New York City. Louis was the beloved husband of Dorothy (Clews) who preceded him in death. He was a loving father to Bruce (Diane Smith) and Linda (Tony Tufo), grandfather to Dillon and Connor Peisson, brother-in-law to Handford Clews (Margo) and Richard Clews (Joyce), uncle to Suzanne Jones (Chuck Norten) and great uncle to Christopher Jones. He resided in San Francisco for 60 plus years, then was a resident of Rossmoor and Walnut Creek. He retired from Southern Pacific and enjoyed music, bodybuilding, photography, traveling. Special thanks to caregivers Tracy, Apollo and The Hospice of the East Bay. The family suggests memorial contributions to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice. Funeral Liturgy will be at St. Bonaventure Church at 10:00 AM on Friday, January 22, 2016. A reception will follow at St. Bonaventure Church.

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On December 17, 2015, Rossmoor and the world lost a charming little redhead. Born in Salt Lake City and raised in Ogden, Utah, Bonnie’s passion was dancing; especially tap. At the age of three, her mother took her to Hollywood, where she received lessons from some of the most skilled professionals in the area; thus placing Bonnie in several “Little Rascals’ films and full-length movies. Turn of events caused her to return home, finish school, and marry Charles Edson. She is survived by her three children, four grandchildren, and two great granddaughters. A Celebration of Life will be held on January 30 in the Club Room at the Creekside Restaurant , starting at noon.

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Rossmoor News • January 20, 2016

D=Dollar Clubhouse G=Gateway Clubhouse EC=Event Center H=Hillside Clubhouse MPR=Multipurpose Room DV=Del Valle C=Creekside pool And Fitness Center hours • Del Valle pool is open from 6 a.m. until 9 p.m. Monday through Friday, except Thursdays when it opens at 1 p.m. after cleaning; and 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. • Dollar and Hillside pools are closed for the winter from Dec. 1 through March 1. There is no family swim during the winter months. • Fitness Center is open Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. • For information on pool hours, call 988-7854. ROSSMOOR LIBrARY HOUrS • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: Noon to 4 p.m. • Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Saturday: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Thursday, January 21 TIME 6 a.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Circuit Class......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Mat Pilates Int/Adv...............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Aerobic Dance....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Tai Chi .............................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Voice Class........................Vista Room, H....................Community Chorus Open Workshop...................Art Studio 2, G.......................... Art Association Zumba Club.......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Qi Gong Club......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Tlc Yoga...........................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Masters Swim....................Pool, DV.....................Silver Bullets Swim Club Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Mat Science.......................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Light Strength.....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Osteoporosis Exercise...........Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Writers’ Club Meeting...........MPR 1, 2, G............................... Writers’ Group Partnership Bridge...............Oak Room, G......................................... Bridge, Beginning Oil And Acrylic.......Art Studio 1, G.......................... Art Association Parkinson Group..................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Intermediate.........Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Beg / Int. Line Dance............Diablo Room, H...............................Line Dance Beginner Tap Dance.............Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Chinese Performing Arts Club.. Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Intermediate Tap Dance.........Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Pickleball Novice.................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Strength Yoga.....................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Aquacise...........................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Advanced.............Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Moving 2 Music Club............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Sing for Joy.......................MPR 3, G....................................... Sing for Joy AA Open Discussion.............Garden Room, D............................... Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Duplicate Bridge.................Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate

Friday, January 22 TIME 6 a.m. 6 a.m. 7 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 8 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Noon 12:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1:45 p.m. 3:45 p.m. 4 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m.

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Group Cycle.......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Abs / Back.........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Rhythmrobics.....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Deep Water Aerobics............Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Strength...........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Keeping Fit Club..................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Beg. Duplicate Game............Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate Muscle Movers...................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Novice ................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Peripheral Neuropathy..........Las Trampas Rm., H......................... Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Water Exercise...................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Cribbage Play.....................MPR 2, G.................................... Cribbage Club Joint Efforts.......................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Gentle Yoga.......................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Mahjong...........................Oak Room, G................Chinese/American Club Twinges in the Hinges...........Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Chess Play Friday................Chess Room, D...............................Chess Club Mat Science.......................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Pickleball Open Play............Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Life Drawing......................Art Studio 2, G.......................... Art Association Folk Dancing......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Chair Challenge..................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Restorative Yoga.................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Partnership Bridge...............Oak Room, G......................Bridge, Partnership Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept.

7 p.m. Aquacise...........................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. 7:30 p.m. B’nai Israel Service..............Vista Room, H..................................Bnai Israel

Saturday, January 23 TIME 6 a.m. 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon Noon Noon 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 2 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m.

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Basketball Club...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Ballroom With Style.............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Duplicate Bridge Education.....Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate Domino Play......................MPR 1, 2, G..................................Domino Club Chess Play Sat....................Chess Room, D...............................Chess Club Kettlebell Class...................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Advanced.............Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Ballroom With Style.............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Duplicate Bridge.................Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Card Playing......................MPR 1, G......................................Canasta Club Aquacise...........................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Intermediate.........Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Pickleball Novice.................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Moving 2 Music..................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept.

Sunday, January 24 TIME 8 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 7 p.m.

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Mindful Mat Floor Stretch......Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Siloam Church....................Las Trampas Rm., H.Siloam Community Church St.Luke’s Sunday Service.......Diablo Room, H......................St.Luke’s Church Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Sunday Service...................Fireside Room, G.............................. Rec. Dept. Progressive Rummy.............Garden Room, D.Progressive Rummy/Shanghai Chair Sit & Stretch...............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Round / Square Dance...........Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Lecture.............................Fireside Room, G.........Middle East Information Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept.

Monday, January 25 TIME 6 a.m. 6 a.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 8 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Noon 12:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m. 3 p.m. 4 p.m. 4 p.m. 5 p.m. 6:15 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Group Cycle.......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Luk Tung Kuen....................Diablo Room, H.........................Luk Tung Kuen Abs / Back.........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Rhythmrobics.....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Deep Water Aerobics............Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Tai Chi .............................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Men’s Exercise...................MPR 1, 2, G.....................Mens Exercise Group Strength...........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Keeping Fit Club..................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Open Studio.......................Art Studio 1, 2, G...................... Art Association Muscle Movers...................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Qi Gong Club......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Therapeutic Yoga.................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Greek Club Meeting..............Vista Room, H................................. Greek Club Water Exercise...................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Light Strength.....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Joint Efforts.......................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Trx .................................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Twinges in the Hinges...........Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Duplicate Bridge.................Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate Mat Science.......................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Parkinson Group..................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Happy Hoofers Tap Dance......Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Hula Club..........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Basketball Club...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Musical Monday Movie.........Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Flexible Yoga.....................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Poker - Dealer’s Choice.........Pine Room, H................................... Rec. Dept. Domino Play,.....................Oak Room, G................................Domino Club Wellness Group..................Fireside Room, G..................... Wellness Group AA Meeting........................Vista Room, H.................................. Rec. Dept. Musical Monday Movie.........Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Square Dance.....................Las Trampas Rm., H........... Square Dance Club Aquacise...........................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept.

Tuesday, January 26 TIME 6 a.m.

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Circuit Class......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept.

Calendar information is provided to the News by Room Reservations at the Recreation Department. Residents or groups who would like to make changes to the listing should contact Room Reservations at 988-7780 or 988-7781.

Rossmoor News • January 20, 2016 7 a.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 12:15 p.m. 12:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

Luk Tung Kuen....................Diablo Room, H.........................Luk Tung Kuen Mat Pilates Int/Adv...............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Aerobic Dance....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Tai Chi .............................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Pinochle Play.....................MPR 2, G.................Pinochle Mens & Womens Water Color.......................Art Studio 1, G.......................... Art Association Zumba Club.......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Sing for Joy.......................MPR 1, G....................................... Sing for Joy Tai Chi Chih Beginning..........Diablo Room, H......................Tai Chi Chih Club Qi Gong Club......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Silver Swans Ballet Club........Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Gentle Yoga.......................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Tai Chi Chih Continuing.........Diablo Room, H......................Tai Chi Chih Club Active Yoga........................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Duplicate Bridge.................Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate Party Bridge.......................Card Room 1, D.............................Party Bridge Acrylic Oil Interm/Adv...........Art Studio 1, G.......................... Art Association Pickleball Adv....................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Moving 2 Music Club............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Stretch Yoga......................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Aquacise...........................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Kettlebell Class...................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Int......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Partnership Bridge...............Oak Room, G......................Bridge, Partnership Moving 2 Music Club............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................Shakespeare Society

Wednesday, January 27 TIME 6 a.m. 6 a.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. 7:30 a.m. 8 a.m. 8 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:45 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:15 a.m. Noon Noon

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Group Cycle.......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Luk Tung Kuen....................Diablo Room, H.........................Luk Tung Kuen Abs / Back.........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Rhythmrobics.....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Novice.................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Deep Water Aerobics............Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Men’s Exercise...................MPR 1, 2, G.................... Men’s Exercise Group Strength...........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Keeping Fit Club..................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Chinese Brush Wkshp...........Art Studio 1, G.......................... Art Association Drawing............................Art Studio 2, G.......................... Art Association Meeting............................Donner A/B, EC........................................NCJW Duplicate Bridge.................Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate Muscle Movers...................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Qi Gong Club......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Tai Chi Chaun.....................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Water Exercise...................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Rotary Luncheon.................Diablo Room, H..............................Rotary Club Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Qi Gong............................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Gentle Yoga.......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Joint Efforts.......................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Spotlight...........................Fireside Room, G.............................. Rec. Dept. Trx .................................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept.

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Twinges in the Hinges...........Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Partnership Bridge...............Oak Room, G......................................... Bridge, General Meeting.................Donner A/B, EC........................... Antiques Club Folk Dancing Club................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Intermediate.........Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Hula Club..........................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Chair Challenge..................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Spanish Conversation...........Bunker Room, C.................................La Charla Ukulele Class.....................Las Trampas Rm., H......................Ukulele Club Pickleball Advanced.............Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Art House Movie..................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Tai Chi.............................Diablo Room, H............Chinese/American Club Strength...........................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Art House Movie..................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Aquacise...........................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept.

Thursday, January 28 TIME 6 a.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. 9 a.m. 9 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. 11 a.m. Noon 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m. 2 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. 4 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m. 7 p.m.

EVENT..............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION Circuit Class......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Luk Tung Kuen....................Diablo Room, H.........................Luk Tung Kuen Mat Pilates Int/Adv...............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Aerobic Dance....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Tai Chi .............................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Voice Class........................Las Trampas Rm., H...........Community Chorus Open Workshop...................Art Studio 2, G.......................... Art Association Zumba Club.......................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Qi Gong Club......................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Tlc Yoga...........................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Masters Swim....................Pool, DV.....................Silver Bullets Swim Club Winter Walking...................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Mat Science.......................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Light Strength.....................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Osteoporosis Exercise...........Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Water Conservation..............Vista Room, H...............Sustainable Rossmoor Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Writers’ Club Meeting...........MPR 1, 2, G............................... Writers Group Partnership Bridge...............Oak Room, G......................................... Bridge, Beginning Oil And Acrylic.......Art Studio 1, G.......................... Art Association Parkinson Group..................Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Intermediate.........Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Beg / Int. Line Dance............Diablo Room, H...............................Line Dance Beginner Tap Dance.............Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Chinese Performing Arts Club.. Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Intermediate Tap Dance.........Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Pickleball Novice.................Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. General Meetings................Entire Clubhouse, EC.Democrats Of Rossmoor Strength Yoga.....................Shasta Room, DV............................. Rec. Dept. Aquacise...........................Pool, DV........................................... Rec. Dept. Pickleball Advanced.............Sierra Room, DV.............................. Rec. Dept. Moving 2 Music Club............Aerobics Room, DV.......................... Rec. Dept. Sing for Joy.......................MPR 3, G....................................... Sing for Joy AA Open Discussion.............Garden Room, D............................... Rec. Dept. Movie..............................Peacock Hall, G................................ Rec. Dept. Duplicate Bridge.................Oak Room, G......................... Bridge, Duplicate

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xcursion tickets are on sale in the Administration Office at Gateway, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cash, check, MasterCard, Visa and American Express payments can be made in person. Credit card payments can be taken over the phone. Excursion participants are assumed to be able to manage independently. Neither the Excursion Desk nor the trip escort can accept responsibility for residents who cannot do so. The Excursion Desk has the right to cancel a trip in advance for any reason. A full refund will be given for all-day trips cancelled by the Excursion Desk. If residents cancel their personal reservations, they are guaranteed a refund if cancelled at least 15 days before the day-trip departure. Refunds will only be available after that time if a ticket is able to be resold. Times listed in the News and on the ticket are the actual time of departure. Names will be called to board the bus 15 minutes prior to this time. For information, call 988-7731.

DAY TRIPS... BIRDWATCHING ON THE DELTA Tuesday, Feb. 9 Limited to 32 people

view the wild birds that winter there. About 10 million birds pass through the Delta every year, prime season being mid-October to mid-February. This trip offers a chance to see many kinds of birds such as raptors, great-horned owls, Sandhill cranes, geese, ducks, swans and white pelicans. The river dolphin has an open upper deck space and a salon with wall to wall windows. Captain Patterson will provide live commentary rich with historical facts and information about the environment and its inhabitants. Wear warm layered clothing and bring binoculars. Enjoy a hosted lunch on board. Lunch includes Caesar salad, sandwich (choice of roast beef with provolone, smoked turkey with provolone or seafood salad, all served on a croissant), side of fresh fruit, non-alcoholic beverage and dessert. The bus will leave Gateway at 8:15 a.m. and return at approximately 4 p.m. The cost is $114. This cruise is the winter highlight for birders and provides a specialized look at the richness and history of the California Delta.

of Jane Austen with a good old-fashioned English ghost story and a dash of romance. When inflicted with a family curse, Sir Ruthven Murgatroyd fakes his death and disguises himself as simple farmer Robin Oakapple, leaving his brother Sir Despard to carry the curse of being forced to commit one deadly crime a day or perish in indescribable agony. Before long, Robin falls in love with virtuous maiden Rose Maybud, but he finds himself in a love-triangle with his foster brother, Dick Dauntless. Add to the mix Mad Margaret who has been driven to insanity by the curse on her beloved Despard, a bevy of professional bridesmaids, and a ghostly chorus of ancestors, and you have a topsy-turvy recipe for fear and fun. The Rossmoor Transportation Department will provide free transportation for the first 18 participants. Cost is $49.

“RUDDYGORE OR THE WITCH’S CURSE” PRESENTED BY THE LAMPLIGHTERS Saturday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m.

Broadway San Francisco presents “The Illusionists” at the Orpheum Theater. This mind- blowing spectacular showcases the jaw-dropping talents of seven of the most incredible illusionists on earth. “The Illusionists - Live From Broadway” has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and

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The Lamplighters’ present “Ruddygore or the Witch’s Curse” at the Lesher Center Take a cruise aboard the River Dolphin for the Arts in Walnut Creek. Gilbert & Sulinto the Sacramento/San Joaquin Delta to livan’s comic masterpiece melds the world Minimal to moderate walking

astonishing acts ever to be seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions. Audiences will witness stunning acts of grand illusion, levitation, mind-reading, disappearance and for the first time ever in history, a full view water torture escape. This group of world-class performers take their cue from the showmanship of the great illusionists of the past – such as Harry Houdini – and pair it with a new and updated contemporary aesthetic, whose set and costume design lend the genre a theatricality and artistry that has rarely been seen before. The bus leaves Gateway at 6:15 p.m. and will return around 11. Premium center orchestra seats. The cost is $105.

THE ILLUSIONISTS – LIVE FROM BROADWAY Wednesday, Feb. 17 Minimal walking

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Continued from page 9B co. The program includes Tchaikovsky’s brilliant Piano Concerto No. 2, which showcases the incredible spirit and power of Wang. This evening also features Stravinsky’s vivid ballet score “The Firebird,” inspired by Russian folklore. Orchestra seats. The bus will depart Gateway at 5:30 p.m. and return at 10. The cost is $117. PACIFIC ORCHID EXPOSITION “A LEGACY OF ORCHIDS” Friday, Feb. 26 Extensive walking The Pacific Orchid Exposition, the largest orchid show in the United States, is hosted by the San Francisco Orchid Society (SFOS). This year’s show at Fort Mason in San Francisco has chosen “A Legacy of Orchids” as the theme. Orchids are one of the oldest plant species and date back thousands of years. The plant has long been a symbol of refinement, wildness and exotic discoveries, but it also represents more than just an object of beauty. The Pacific Orchid Exposition boasts over 150,000 beautiful orchids from around the world and features docent tours, orchid potting demonstrations, cultivation tips and a diverse array of orchids for sale. The bus leaves Gateway at 8:30 a.m. and will return around 4 p.m. The cost is $45. “BORN YESTERDAY” Saturday, Feb. 27, at 2:30 p.m. Minimal walking Center Repertory Company presents “Born Yesterday” at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek. America’s favorite deliciously witty romantic comedy is as timely today as it was when it first burst onto the scene as a Broadway triumph and Oscar-nominated film in the 1940s. Unscrupulous millionaire Harry Brock comes to Washington to influence an ethically challenged senator and realizes that his brassy chorus girl mistress Billie Dawn needs to be “culturefied” to fit his new image. After hiring a journalist to give her a crash course in the finer points, he learns that a little bit of learning can be a dangerous thing. The Rossmoor Transportation Department will provide free transportation for the first 18 people who sign up. The cost is $31.

exploding with heart-pounding music, passionate romance and sensational dancing. It’s the summer of 1963, and 17-year-old Frances “Baby” Houseman is on vacation in New York’s Catskill Mountains with her oldest sister and parents. Baby discovers her own entertainment when she stumbles upon the staff quarters where an all-night dance party is in full swing. Mesmerized by the raunchy dance moves and pounding rhythms, Baby can’t wait to be a part of the scene, especially when she catches sight of Johnny Castle, the resort dance instructor. Baby’s life is about to change forever as she is thrown into the deep end as Johnny’s leading lady both on-stage and off with breathtaking consequences. The bus leaves Gateway at 12:15 p.m. and will return around 6. Side orchestra seats. The cost is $107.

“DIRTY DANCING” ENGELBERT HUMPERDINCK LIVE AT CACHE CREEK CASINO Friday, March 11 Minimal walking Don’t miss legendary balladeer Engelbert Humperdinck performing live at the Cache Creek Casino Theater located in Brooks. Humperdinck has been an international music mainstay for the last 40-plus years. With more than 150 million records sold, he has recorded everything from the most romantic ballads to a platinum-selling movie theme song. His remarkable voice and extraordinary talent have endeared him to millions of fans. There will be free time before the show to play or have dinner (not included). The bus leaves Gateway at 3:30 p.m. and will return around 11:30. The cost is $100.

NEW LISTING FUN DAY IN SF CHINATOWN Sunday, Feb. 28 Moderate walking It has become a wonderful tradition to celebrate the Chinese New Year with a trip to Chinatown in San Francisco. Enjoy a hosted Chinese lunch served family style at the Little Szechuan Restaurant (subject to change). Then see a unique play “Portrait of Peony” at the Buddha’s Universal Church performed in alternating Chinese and English. The play is a collaborative production by members of the congregation. It features creative sets, glittering sequined costumes, playful forest creatures, songs, dance, martial arts and more. The bus will depart Gateway at 10:45 a.m. and return around 5 p.m. The cost is $60.

Chinese play “DIRTY DANCING” Wednesday, March 9 Minimal walking Don’t miss this chance to see this record-breaking and adventurous theater sensation. “Dirty Dancing,” the classic love story on stage, comes to the Golden Gate Theater in San Francisco. This new musical is an unprecedented live experience,

Englebert Humperdinck GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS VS. NEW ORLEANS PELICANS Monday, March 14 Moderate to extensive walking (stairs) The Rossmoor Excursion Desk is offering another trip to see the NBA Champions Golden State Warriors take on New Orleans Pelicans at Oracle Arena in Oakland. The Warriors are in the middle of another winning streak. The team won a record-breaking 25 games to start the season and is currently pulling away from the rest of the NBA with a strong chance of approaching the best NBA season record ever set by the Chicago Bulls team of 1996 led by Michael Jordan. League MVP Stephen Curry, Draymond Green and Klay Thompson are all enjoying spectacular seasons. The Pelicans are having a challenging season, but the team does feature exciting players such as All-Star Anthony Davis and point guard Tyreke Evans. The Pelicans are coached by former Warrior assistant coach Alvin Gentry. Be aware that Warriors games in what has become known as “Roaracle” Arena often feature loud and boisterous crowds. Seats are lower level corner (sections 104, 110, 125). The bus will leave at 5:45 p.m. and return at approximately 11. The cost is $160. NEW LISTING “WICKED” Wednesday, March 23 Minimal walking

Winner of over 100 international awards including the Grammy Award and three Tony Awards, “Wicked the Musical” is back at the Orpheum Theatre in San Francisco. “Wicked” is the untold story of the witches of Oz. Long before Dorothy, the girl from Kansas, arrives in Munchkinland, two other girls meet in the land of Oz. One, born with emerald-green skin, is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. Wicked tells the story of their remarkable odyssey, how these two unlikely friends grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch. Adapted for the stage by composer Stephen Schwartz (“Godspell,” “Pippin”) and writer Winnie Holzman (“My So-Called Life”) from a novel by Gregory Maguire, the show has it all: the magic, the friendship, the courage and the sacrifices. The bus leaves Gateway at 12:15 p.m. and will return around 6:30. Rossmoor has great center orchestra seats. The cost is $127.

to Reno. First stop will be at Boomtown to play and have lunch ($5 cash and $5 food coupons will be provided). Accommodations in Reno will be at the Silver Legacy, downtown Reno, which is connected to the Circus Circus and the Eldorado. In the evening, after a hosted buffet dinner, enjoy the performance of “Footloose.” The story begins when Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, where Ren has to make adjustments in his new high school. The hit score features “Heaven Help Me,” “Let’s Hear It For the Boys,” “Mama Says,” “Almost Paradise” and “Footloose.” Visit John Ascuaga’s Nugget with free time to gamble and eat ($5 cash and $5 food vouchers are included). On the way back to California, stop at Red Hawk Casino ($10 slot play included). The cost per person, double occupancy, is $275 ($325 for single) and includes two nights deluxe lodging, one dinner including tax and gratuity, ticket for the show, casino packages, motorcoach transportation, and luggage handling. A deposit of $100 is due with application. Itinerary and reservation forms are available at the Excursion Desk. SPRINGTIME IN YOSEMITE April 17 through 20

Enjoy the beauty of the Yosemite Valley on this four-day/three night tour. The majestic sights of Yosemite National Park deNEW LISTING light and inspire visitors of all generations. Its spectacular granite cliffs, abundance of “PAGEANT” waterfalls, clear streams and giant sequoia Saturday, June 20, at 2:15 p.m. groves make a lasting impression. Accommodations for three nights are at the YoMinimal walking semite Lodge in the heart of the Yosemite Presented by OMG at the Lesher Cen- Valley. ter in Walnut Creek, I Love That Show! Tour highlights: Productions,“Pageant” is no ordinary beauty contest. Judges selected from the • Visit the historic town of Mariposa. audience actually vote and determine the • Guided tour of Yosemite Falls, El Capiwinner who, therefore, may be different tan, Valley View, Bridal Veil Falls, the Three at each performance. The six contestants Brothers, Sentinel Rock, Happy Isles and (all played by men) compete for the title Half Dome of Miss Glamouresse (Glamouresse being • Hosted lunch at the historic Ahwahnee a cosmetics company). Miss Deep South, Hotel. Miss West Coast, Miss Great Plains, Miss • Visit Hilmar Cheese Company/hosted Bible Belt, Miss Industrial Northeast and lunch and tour Miss Texas compete in evening gowns, The tour includes three nights deluxe talent, swim-wear and spokes-modeling, lodging, three meals, motorcoach transplus the finalists answer actual calls from portation, touring per itinerary, taxes and the Glamouresse Beauty Crisis Hotline. The gratuities and luggage handling. The cost Rossmoor Transportation Department will is $975 per person for double occupancy, provide free transportation for the first 18 $1,575 for single. A deposit of $200 is due participants. The cost is $36. with application. Balance is due Feb. 12. Payments are by check payable to AmerEXTENDED TRIPS. ican Stage Tours. Stop by the Excursion Desk an itinerary and reservation form. THE SUNSHINE STATE MIAMI, ORLANDO, THE FLORIDA KEYS SANTA BARBARA, OJAI AND SANTA AND THE EVERGLADES PAULA Feb. 18 through 25 May 2 through 6 “WICKED”

Escape the winter blues with this eightday trip to Florida presented by Premier World Discovery. The Sunshine State is home to amusement parks, serene beaches, nationally protected marshlands and bustling nightlife. From Orlando to Miami and everywhere in between, it’s an endless summertime paradise. Tour highlights: • Epcot Disneyworld • Kennedy Space Center • Ft. Myers and Seminole Lodge • Everglades National Park • Everglades Airboat Ride • Key West trolley tour • Mallory Square and Duval Street • Florida Keys Scenic Highway • Miami city tour The cost per person double occupancy is $2,995 ($850 single supplement). Included in the price: round-trip air, all transfers, seven nights first-class hotel accommodations, 11 meals (seven breakfasts, four dinners), touring per itinerary, motorcoach transportation, professional tour director, baggage handling. A deposit of $300 per person is due with reservation form. Final payment is due Dec. 5. Detailed itinerary and reservation forms are available at the Excursion Desk.

Travel to Beautiful Santa Barbara, often referred to as the American Riviera. With its beautiful beaches, majestic mountains and colorful culture, Santa Barbara is a premier resort destination. Tour highlights: • Santa Barbara city tour • Stearns Wharf • Reagan Ranch Center • Fillmore and Western’s 1930s train • Santa Paula tour • Loose Caboose Garden Center • Mission San Buenaventura • Friends’ Ranch • Ojai Village Center • Paso Robles The cost per person double occupancy is $995, $1,335 single. The tour includes four nights deluxe lodging, eight meals, motorcoach transportation, touring per itinerary, taxes and gratuities and luggage handling. A deposit of $200 per person is due with reservation (check only). Stop by the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary and reservation form. SOUTHWEST TRAINS AND CANYONS ARCHES, CANYONLANDS AND MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARKS June 16 through 23

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Continued from page 10B tude (6,500 to 9,000 feet). Tour highlights: • Salt Lake City tour • Arches National Park • Canyonlands National Park • Dead Horse Point State Park • Mesa Verde National Park • Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad • Cowboy Dinner and Stage Show • Cumbres Toltec and Scenic Railroad • Santa Fe City tour The cost per person double occupancy is $2,695 ($900 single supplement). Included in the price: round-trip air, all transfers, seven nights first-class hotel accommodations, 12 meals (seven breakfasts, one lunch and four dinners), touring per itinerary, motorcoach transportation, professional tour director, baggage handling. A deposit of $300 per person is due with reservation form. Detailed itinerary and reservation forms are available at the Excursion Desk.

three-day trip to Reno. There will be plenty of time to play and win with stops at Silver Legacy and Red Hawk Indian Casino with cash and food vouchers included. In Reno the group will stay at John Ascuaga’s Nugget. On July 4, visit Virginia City and experience going back 150 years. The 19 th -century mining boom turned Virginia City into the most important settlement between Denver and San Francisco. Enjoy the old-fashioned Fourth of July parade and have lunch on your own. The evening is free to watch the fireworks at the Nugget. The cost per person is $295 for double occupancy ($410 for a single) and includes two nights’ deluxe lodging, casino packages, motorcoach transportation, and luggage handling. A deposit of $100 is due with application (check only). Detailed itinerary is available at the Excursion Desk. THE CALGARY STAMPEDE July 10 through 26

• Calgary Olympic Park and Hall of Fame • Reserved seats for Chuck Wagon Team Races • Grandstand show and fireworks • Fantasyland hotel and resort • West Edmonton Mall • Jasper National Park • Jasper Tramway • Columbia Icefield • British Columbia Wildlife Park • Hell’s Gate Airtram • Pioneer Square and Seattle underground tour Tour includes motorcoach transportation, 16 nights deluxe lodging, 28 meals, sightseeing per itinerary, taxes and gratuities and luggage handling. The cost is $4,395 per person double occupancy, $5,895 for single. A deposit of $500 is due with application (check only). Balance is due May 6. Detailed itinerary is available at the Excursion Desk.

Travel to Alberta, Canada, for a trip that combines great western times and beautiful scenery.

ALASKA CRUISE ROUNDTRIP FROM SAN FRANCISCO Sept. 8 through 18

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• Glacier National Park NEW LISTING • Sun Red bus tour • High tea at historic Prince of Wales Hotel FOURTH OF JULY IN RENO • Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump (UNESJuly 3 through 5 CO World Heritage Site) Celebrate America’s birthday with this • Calgary Exhibition and Stampede

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he trips listed below are sponsored by Rossmoor clubs and organizations and not by the Recreation Department. The trips are open to all Rossmoor residents, not just members of the club. For information, contact the person listed with each trip. Do not contact the Recreation Department. Rossmoor clubs and organizations wishing to be included in this column must email an article to the News at [email protected] by Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. Due to space restrictions, the News reserves the right to edit or delete the articles on any given week. TRAVEL CLUB TRIP SUMMARY At the request of the Travel Club, the News lists the following summary of upcoming Travel Club trips. Details of each trip are in the regular Club Trip listings.

DISCOVER SOUTH AMERICA: CHILE AND ARGENTINA Feb. 29 through March 12 Contact Gary Schaub at 938-5454. The Bahamian Out Islands March 11 through 22

News lists the following summary of upcoming Railroad Club trips. Details of each trip are in the regular Club Trip listings. Contact Ralf Parton at 256-7078 for these trips.

VIETNAM, CAMBODIA AND THE RICHES OF THE MEKONG March 21 through April 6 TRAINS of the COLORADO ROCKIES May 28 through June 5 TURKEY’S MAGICAL HIDEAWAYS Aug. 27 through Sept. 12 SOUTHERN AFRICA: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana Oct. 21 through Nov. 12

Jewels of Bohemia Aug. 28 through Sept. 11

Join in the fun at Thunder Valley Casino and support cancer research at the City of Hope. Stay five hours at the casino. Leave Contact Anne Lenkert at 254-9195. Gateway at 9 a.m. and return about 5:45 p.m. Play bingo on the bus for fun prizes, GREAT TRAINS AND GRAND CANYONS including a free future trip. Bring friends Oct. 9 through 14 and neighbors. Casino gives $15 player’s Contact Barbara Crane at 300-3358 or credit and $5 food credit. For reservations, call Lynne Keefer at 945-7665 or email [email protected]. [email protected]. Send checks for $30, made payable to the City of Hope, to Amazon River CRuise AND RAIN FORKeefer at 1830 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut EST TOUR Creek, CA 94595. April, 2017 Contact Christine and Larry Barclay at CACHE CREEK WITH ORT Monday, Feb. 8 324-9131 At the request of the Railroad Club, the

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Tour highlights • Butchart Garden in Victoria • Totem poles of Ketchikan • Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau • Cruise through the Glacier Bay National Park Prices vary based on the cabin category. Prices include 10-night cruise, all meals and entertainment aboard (excluding specialt y restaurants and optional shore excursions), Travel Guard Protection insurance, por t charges, government fees, transfers to and from pier, driver and stevedore tips, luggage handling and a bottle of wine per cabin. An $800 deposit is due with application (deposit is higher for a single). Stop by the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary and prices.

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he following are the current special events sponsored by the Rossmoor Recreation Department. For more information on any of these events during the month, check the Special Events listing on the calendar page each week, look for the article in the Arts and Leisure section of the News, or call the Recreation Department at 988-7732. Events are free unless otherwise noted. This information is posted throughout the month on the Rossmoor News website at www.rossmoornews.com.

WESLA WHITFIELD AND MADS TOLLING IN CONCERT Wednesday, Jan. 20 (tonight) Legendary vocalist Wesla Whitfield and 2-Time Grammy winning violinist Mads Tolling will perform a program titled “Songs and Strings” at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Event Center. Tickets for this program are $10 at the door only if the show does not sell out. This is an Esses Production and is open to all residents and their guests. THE SPOTLIGHT Wednesday, Jan. 27

The Saddlecats, a western swing pocket orchestra, will perform in the Fireside Room at Gateway at noon. Fiona’s Pantry will have a variety of food items for sale prior to the show. This free program is open to all residents and their guests. SPENCER DAY TRIO CONCERT Wednesday, Feb. 10 Spencer Day will perform at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at the Event Center. Tickets for this program are $10 in advance at the Recreation Department. This is an Esses Production and is open to all residents and their guests.

Movies

REGULAR LISTINGS RED HAWK CASINO Saturday, Jan. 23

wilderness and the state’s undisputed star attractions are just some of the wonders to be experienced on this 11-day/10-night cruise aboard the Grand Princess. Alaska’s Inside Passage is one of the most scenic sea-lanes in the world, home to bald eagles, whales, sea lions, otters, brown bears, mountain goats and flocks of seabirds. Visit a variety of flavorful ports of call full of rich history and native culture.

Special Events

DELUXE AFRICAN WILDLIKFE SAFARI Aug. 20 through Sept. 3

The Filipino-American Association of Rossmoor (FAAR) is sponsoring a trip to Contact Jean Whitman at 891-4581 the Red Hawk Casino. The cost is $30 per FRANCE: FROM PROVENCE TO BURGUNDY person. Receive a $15 casino slot package. This trip is open to all Rossmoor residents, June 8 through 21 family and friends. The bus departs 8:30 Contact Hal or Roberta Davis, 510-919- a.m. from Gateway and returns approxi0037. mately 5:30 p.m. For reservations, contact Merci at 567-4930 or Evelyn at 386-1573. GREAT AMERICAN WATERWAYS Aug. 10 through 25 THUNDER VALLEY CASINO – CITY OF HOPE Contact Joyce Rodgers, 946-1645. Monday, Feb. 1

RAILROAD CLUB TRIP SUMMARY

Breathtaking Alaska is one of the most popular vacation destinations. Spectacular wildlife, jaw-dropping glaciers, untouched

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FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT THURSDAY AND FRIDAY MOVIE Thursday and Friday, Jan. 21 and 22 The 2015 comedy “The Intern” starring Robert DeNiro and Anne Hathaway will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Thursday at 1, 4, 7 p.m. and on Friday at 10 a.m., 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Captions will be used on Thursday at 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. and on Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. There will not be 9 p.m. showings on Friday in January. This film is two hours long and is rated PG-13. This free program is open to all residents and their guests. “Pawn Sacrifice” originally scheduled for these dates, was shown last week due to release date changes. SATURDAY MOVIE Saturday, Jan. 23 The 1967 drama “A Countess from Hong Kong” starring Marlon Brando and Sophia Loren will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Language captions will be utilized at 1 and 4 p.m. This film is one hour and 33 minutes long and is not rated. This free program is open to all residents and their guests. SUNDAY FUNNIES Sunday, Jan. 24 The 2013 comedy “Clear History” star-

ring Larry David and Jon Hamm will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 p.m. language captions. This film is one hour and 40 minutes long and is rated R. This free program is open to all residents and their guests. MUSICAL MONDAY Monday, Jan. 25 T he 19 9 3 musi c al pr o gr am “ S ondheim: A C elebr a t ion a t C ar negie Hall” will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing will feature language c ap tions. T his film is one hour and 25 minutes long and is not r ated. This free program is open to all residents and their guests. ART HOUSE MOVIE Wednesday, Jan. 27 The 2015 drama “The End of the Tour” starring Jason Segel and Jesse Eisenberg will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 p.m. will feature language captions. This film is one hour and 46 minutes long and is rated R. This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.

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Club Trips

Continued from page 11B Cache Creek Casino for five hours of fun and games. The bus departs Gateway at 9:30 a.m. and returns to Gateway at 5:30 p.m. Casino bonus includes $15 to play at table or machines and $5 food coupon. The cost is $28 inclusive and is open to all Rossmoor residents. Friends are welcome. Make checks out to ORT and mail to Joyce Kearney, 2909 Ptarmigan Drive No. 2. For information call 935-5716 or email [email protected] or call 932-8448. ORT helps train and rehabilitate people in 60 countries worldwide and is open to everyone. DISCOVER SOUTH AMERICA: CHILE AND ARGENTINA Feb. 29 through March 12 The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring a Grand Circle Travel 13-day itinerary to South America. Start in the capital city of Santiago on Chile’s Pacific coast and end up in the historical city of Buenos Aires in Argentina. After two days with the historic sights and monuments and beautiful residential districts in Santiago, head north for a full-day tour of the port city of Valparaiso, known for its colorful cobblestone streets and colorful public art. From here, travel to Puerto Varas for a visit to a local horse-breeding ranch and Chilean rodeo demonstration. Visit the lush setting of Petrohue Falls and climb by motorcoach through the Andes from Chile into Argentina. Spend three days at Bariloche where the buildings suggest the Austrian Tyrol and settings are capped with panoramic views of mountain lakes, Patagonian plains and the stark granite peaks surrounding Bariloche. On day 10, take a short flight to Buenos Aires, which has an elegant mix of Spanish Colonial architecture and several traditional European styles. The Buenos Aires tour includes the famed Plaza de Mayo and the Casa Rosada (where President Juan Peron and his wife Evita once resided), the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Colon Theater, one of the world’s famous opera houses. There will also be a tour of Argentina’s first merchant and fishing port and a visit to the famous Caminito Museum and outdoor art show. Attend an optional tango supper club where the dance professionals perform. There are two optional pre- and post-trips available: a six-night pre-trip program to Peru that includes stops in Machu Picchu, Cuzco and Lima (cost is $1,495); and a five-night post-trip to Brazil’s Iguassu Falls and Rio de Janeiro (cost is $1,995). The basic 13-day itinerary of Chile and Argentina is $4,095 per person (includes San Francisco round-trip airfare, 22 meals, eight included tours and several Grand Circle Discovery Series programs). The 12-day land-only tour is $2,594 per person. For information, contact Gary Schaub or Maria Gounaris, 938-5454 (email [email protected]). Flyers are available at Gateway information in the Rossmoor Travel Club mailbox. THE BAHAMIAN OUT ISLANDS March 11 through 22 The Rossmoor Travel Club presents an exciting island-to-island adventure in the Bahamas. The ship, the Grande Mariner, carries only 88 passengers and is small enough to make port at locations where the large ships cannot do so. It is equipped with a unique bow ramp that allows passengers to get off and re-enter effortlessly in very shallow waters. It is offered by Blount Small Ship Adventures as one of its Signature Series trips. This is a family enterprise operating for over 50 years. All these trip features make it unlike any other such small-ship cruise. Ports of Call are Nassau, Spanish Wells, Harbor Island, Governor’s Harbor, Eleuthera, Galliot Cay, Exumas Cays, Compass Cay, Hawksbill Cay, Warderick Wells, Highbourne Cay and Shroud Cay. Embarkation is from Nassau; disembarkation is back at Nassau. There are a host of included and optional excursions at each port of call. There are several islands to visit and many wonderful moments to swim, snorkel, sit in the water

and sand and to enjoy the lovely surroundings and excellent cuisine and drink. Plus, there is the intimacy and atmosphere of the small group, the family-style dining and the views from the rooftop of the ship. The day prior to departure, the ship is available for an “early arrival package,” which is dinner, overnight and breakfast for those who want to arrive the day prior to sailing departure. Pricing begins at $3,999. Contact trip facilitator Jean Whitman at 891-4581 or whitmanj32@ yahoo.com to request a brochure for this cruise and/or to indicate interest. DELUXE VIETNAM/CAMBODIA MEKONG RIVER LAND AND CRUISE TOUR March 21 through April 6 An extension has been received for the 50 percent discount on the cruise portion of this all-deluxe 15-day AMAWaterways land and cruise tour to Vietnam and Cambodia. Register and deposit just $400 now and save over $4,000 per couple. Call Ralf Parton at 256-7078 for details. For the eightnight land portion, hotel accommodations are at three renown 5-star Sofitel properties and include full buffet breakfasts. The seven-night cruise on the magical Mekong River is on a brand new 2015 AMAWaterways ship featuring outside balconies in every spacious stateroom. All meals and fine dining on the AMA Dara. Included are unlimited wine with lunch and dinners, as well as complimentary house brand spirits, beer and soft drinks during cruise. Bottled water in every cabin replenished daily. Onboard highlights includes folklore dances and music performances, culture discussion forums, theme dinners and live piano entertainment. Daily life enriching English speaking guided tours with private headsets. Visits to 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites: the grand Temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia and a day and night junk cruise on Ha Long Bay in Vietnam. Everything listed above, including roundtrip international air, can be purchased for under $5,900 including transfers from Rossmoor. This AMAWaterways tour is sponsored by the Railroad Club and open to all residents, their families and friends. Pick up an itinerary and registration form from the Railroad Club’s mailbox at Gateway. This fully escorted tour is limited to 24 persons. Only two cabins left.

home and roundtrip air from San Francisco to Denver. Those who have been on a Collette Tour recently may save an additional $100. Collette offers the best cancelation insurance in the travel industry for $240. For a color brochure with a day-by-day itinerary and a registration form, call personal escort Ralf Parton at 256-7078. FRANCE: FROM PROVENCE TO BURGUNDY June 8 through 21 The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring a Grand Circle cruise-tour from Provence to Burgundy aboard a small ship. Begin in Nice, travel to Arles and embark on a 46-passenger river cruiser. Cruise on the Rhone and Saone rivers to Macon in Burgundy. Tour Burgundy and end in Paris, the City of Light. This 13-day trip will fill quickly. Travelers have the option of a three-night pre-trip in Nice on the French Riviera and a three-night post-trip in Paris. For special discounts and first choice of cabins, early enrollment is recommended. The Travel Club has reserved 11 double cabins and the only two single cabins. The cost is from $3,795 for the cruise tour, without air, and from $5,695 including air if purchased from Grand Circle. There will be a presentation of the trip at the May 18 Travel Club potluck dinner. Informational flyers with necessary group ID number for reservations will be available in the Travel Club box at Gateway. For information, contact Hal or Roberta Davis, email [email protected] or call 510-919-0037. GRAND BRITANNIA CRUISE ON THE CRYSTAL SYMPHONY July 23 through Aug. 6 St. Anne’s Society is sponsoring a cruise on the beautiful Crystal Symphony from London with port stops in Guernsey, Waterford, Liverpool, Dublin, Belfast, Isle of Skye, Orkney Islands and Edinburgh and ending in London. This deluxe all-inclusive cruise includes all beverages onboard, complimentary specialty dining, gratuities and Internet. Cruise only prices begin at $5,990 per person, double occupancy, plus port taxes of $615. Other discounts may apply. Space is limited so sign up early. For information, call Gale Lydecker at 9377748.

HONOLULU AND THE BIG ISLAND April 20 through 27

GREAT AMERICAN WATERWAYS Aug. 10 through 25

This trip is sponsored by the Luk Tung Kuen (LTK) Club. Stay in Honolulu at the Princess Kaiulani Hotel in Waikiki four nights and five days. Package includes a luau with a Polynesian show. Stay in Kilauea three nights and four days. The trip includes six meals, three daily tours, shopping, sighting, taxes and tips. Price also includes round-trip airfare via Hawaiian Airlines from Oakland, and ground transportation from airport to the hotel. Total cost is $1,666 per person double occupancy. Open to the first 12 people by Dec. 31. If interested, call Bill Lee at 808-524-0056.

The Rossmoor Travel Club announces a 16-day Blount cruise through the Great Lakes, Erie Canal and beyond. Departing from Chicago’s vibrant Navy Pier, the ship will traverse four of the Great Lakes: Michigan, Huron, Erie and Ontario, stopping at historic and scenic points along the way: Mackinac Island, Mich., Wyandotte, Mich., Cleveland, Ohio, Erie, Penn., and Buffalo, N.Y. An optional tour to Niagara Falls will be offered while in the Buffalo area. The cruise includes the Welland Canal (crossing eight locks over 27 miles), visits to Oswego, N.Y., and Sylvan Beach, N.Y., and a full day of sailing on the Erie Canal. Another optional tour to Cooperstown, N.Y., provides an opportunity to see the Baseball Hall of Fame, the Farmers Museum or the Fenimore Art Museum. The cruise continues towards Troy and on to Kingston, N.Y., where the ship will dock on the Hudson River. The Hyde Park excursion includes a visit to Springwood, the estate of Franklin D. Roosevelt, now home to his presidential library and museum. Finally, the ship will travel to West Point, N.Y., where an optional excursion to the U.S. Military Academy may be taken, followed by an evening cruise of New York Harbor, offering views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Battery Park and the Big Apple’s world famous skyline. The final morning, travel through scenic Narragansett Bay and to the disembarkation point of Warren, R.I. Pricing for this cruise begins at about $4,999 (final pricing to be determined). Blount Small Ship Adventures has built its reputation over the past 49 years. Contact facilitator Joyce Rodgers at 9461645 or [email protected] to request a brochure for this trip and/or to indicate interest.

FAMOUS TRAINS OF THE COLORADO ROCKIES May 28 through June 5 This fully escorted tour sponsored by the Rossmoor Railroad Club includes a dozen meals to go with the dozen highlights. Travel on four great tourist train rides: Georgetown Loop Railroad, Royal Gorge Railroad, Durango and Silverton Railroad and Pike’s Peak Cog Railway. Visit these scenic sites: Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde and Garden of the Gods. Stay at four excellent hotels in the four delightful cities: Denver, Grand Junction, Durango and Colorado Springs. The Rossmoor Railroad Club is repeating its 2011 customized Collette Tour because of the many requests for another trip that includes riding on trains through great country scenery. This trip is limited to just 24 persons on a first-deposit-received basis. Save $150 and pay a low total cost of $3,000 per person, double occupancy for everything listed above, by registering early and paying a $300 deposit. The price includes roundtrip transfers from Rossmoor

DELUXE AFRCAN WILDLIFE SAFARI Aug. 20 through Sept. 3 The Railroad Club presents the 16th annual safari. This trip is called the “very best of Kenya.” It is custom designed for Rossmoor and fully escorted and offers personal help with the visa application. The trip includes: • Round-trip transfers from Rossmoor manors • Round-trip airfare from San Francisco to Nairobi • Four-star day hotel in Amsterdam with transfers • All United States and Kenyan departure taxes • Four domestic flights in Kenya with transfers • Safari orientation briefing both here and in Nairobi • First-class Serena hotels and game lodges in Africa • All full meals and portage throughout Africa • Professional English speaking driver/guides • Visits to four of the best national parks and game reserves and entrance fees • Early morning and late afternoon game drives with bottled water and guaranteed window seat in popup roof 4x4 safari vans • A stop at the Equator for a special demonstration • Visit to a Masai Village, children’s school and native culture • Outdoor bush breakfast at a hippo pool • Service of the Flying Doctors Society while on safari • Tour the “Out of Africa” Karen Blixen estate and her museum • Visits to the world renown giraffe center and elephant orphanage • Two nights at Sweetwaters Sanctuary • Three nights at the Masai Mara game reserve • Unforgettable views of the annual mass migration of thousands of wildebeest and zebras crossing the Serengeti and Mara River with crocodiles and prides of lions that feast on them No safari includes this much at the low price of $8,200 per person. This trip is limited to 19 deposits. Call Ralf Parton at 256-7078 for a brochure with a day-by-day itinerary and registration form. TURKEY’S MAGICAL HIDEAWAYS Aug. 27 through Sept. 12 Turkey, a land that enthralls with its epic history, unbelievable food, cultural complexity and breathtaking landscapes, is an adventure offered by the Railroad Club. Journey from majestic Istanbul to the Turquoise Coast, stopping to explore a Cappadocian village. Visit a Whirling Dervish monastery and cruise the coast for five days and four nights on a private gullet-style yacht. This OAT Tour from Istanbul to Ephesus includes international airfare, airport transfers, all taxes and fuel surcharges (unless travelers choose to make their own air arrangements), land transportation and internal flights, accommodations for 15 nights, 11 in hotels and four aboard an intimate yacht, 36 meals (including a home-hosted lunch), all admission fees for 21 small-group activities and sightseeing, services of an English-speaking OAT trip leader, and gratuities for local guides, drivers, ship-crew and luggage porters. The $2,895 price covers all the above except international air for the16day exploration, but is strictly limited to 14 participants because of the size of the yacht. The Railroad Club tour has 12 spaces open on a first-$500-deposit basis. For a day-by-day itinerary and questions regarding air, call Ralf Parton at 256-7078. Jewels of Bohemia Aug. 28 through Sept. 11 The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring a 14-day tour “Jewels of Bohemia” small group (no more than 16) OAT tour. The trip is from Prague to Budapest: History, Culture, Architecture, Woodland and Botanical Gardens and features five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, local hospitality and photographers dream locations. Highlights are: • Cooking class, brewery visit, wine tasting and dinner with locals, horse-drawn carriage ride, Vltava River cruise, evening Continued on page 13B

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Arts & Leisure AROUND THE BAY AREA CALIFORNIA SYMPHONY presents “American Roots,” a program of music inspired by American jazz of the 1920s. The program is on Sunday, Jan. 24, at 4 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. The program includes Stravinsky, Scherzo à la russe; Milhaud, Le création du monde; Bernstein, Prelude, Fugue and Riffs; Weill, Suite from the Threepenny Opera; and Gershwin, Rhapsody in Blue with Charlie Albright on piano. Tickets are $42 to $72 and are available at www.californiasymphony.org or at 943-7469. CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY presents the comedy, “Born Yesterday,” Friday, Jan. 29, through Saturday, Feb. 27, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. An unscrupulous millionaire realizes that his brassy chorus girl needs to be “culturefied.” He hires a journalist to give her a crash course in the finer things and he learns that a little bit of learning can be a dangerous thing. Tickets are $33 to $53. For information, go to CenterREP.org. For tickets, call 943-7469 or go to www.lesherartscenter.org. LAMPLIGHTERS opens its 64th season with the Gilbert and Sullivan musical, “Ruddigore,” which will be presented Friday through Sunday, Feb. 12 through 14, at the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. This comic masterpiece melds the world of Jane Austen with a good old-fashioned English ghost story and a dash of Wuthering Heights romance. For tickets, call 943-7469 or go to www.lesherartscenter.org. MASQUERS PLAYHOUSE presents “The Gamester,” a farce set in a Baroque Paris riddled with too much

Club Trips

Continued from page 12B illuminated Budapest Danube River cruise, river rafting, horseback ride and stable visit with picnic dinner around bonfire. • Storybook castles and gardens • Gobelin tapestries, Skoda Auto, historical, art and museums • Hungarian gypsy, traditional Moravian, classical music Travelers have the option of a five-night post trip to Vienna with its imperial grandeur and artistic charm. Explore Vienna’s historic Ringstrasse, visit Schoenbrunn Palace with botanical garden and parklands, hear music of Strauss and Mozart and experience 16th-century Naschmarkt. Stay in centrally located and recently renovated Hotel Rathauspark Hotel. The cost is from $1,295, which includes transfer from Budapest. Informational flyers with group ID number necessary for reservations are available in the Travel Club box at Gateway. The cost is from $2,995, land tour only with single supplement free. For special discounts, early enrollment is recommended. International airfare from San Francisco $1,600 if purchased through OAT. Gra-

wealth, too much leisure time, too many casinos and too few ways of avoiding reality. Valere, a compulsive gambler, hilariously struggles between his affection for the woman he loves and his passion for the game. Performances are Friday, Jan. 22, through Feb. 20, at the Playhouse, 105 Park Place, Point Richmond. Show times are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. on Jan. 31 as well as Feb. 7 and 14. Tickets are $25 and are all general admission. They can be purchased online at www.masquers.org or by calling 510-323-4031. OAKLAND CIVIC ORCHESTRA presents “A Tribute to Sibelius” on Sunday, Jan. 24, at 4 p.m. at Lake Merritt United Methodist Church, 1330 Lakeshore Ave. in Oakland. The program of Jean Sibelius’ music features guest soloist Myer Johnson-Potter in the Violin Concerto (movt. 1) and also includes Finlandia and Symphony No. 3. Admission is free, but donations are gratefully accepted. For information, visit the website at https:// sites.google.com/site/oaklandcivicorchestra/home or call 510-597- 5027. ONSTAGE THEATRE presents the Pulitzer Prize winning “You Can’t Take It with You.” The comedy centers on the eccentric Sycamore family. Performances are Friday, Jan. 29, through Sunday, Feb. 14, at the Campbell Theatre, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Show times are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays, except Super Bowl Sunday on Feb. 7, at 2:30 p.m. For information, visit Onstagetheatre.homestead. com. Senior tickets are $12 and on Thursdays all tickets are $10. Call 518-3277.

tuities included for English-speaking local guides, drivers and luggage porters. For information, contact Anne Lenkert, [email protected] or call 254-9195. GREAT TRAINS AND GRAND CANYONS Oct. 9 through 14 The Rossmoor Travel Club, joining with travel company Premier World Discovery, is sponsoring the trip, Great Trains and Grand Canyons. Spend six days with five nights in one resort-style hotel in Sedona, Ariz. The trip features professional guides for all events, coach and train rides. This is a leisurely, in-depth trip, allowing travelers to explore the entire area. This trip concentrates on a single magnificent destination. The pace is gentle, giving travelers many choices about how to spend their free time. Travelers will be picked up at Gateway and will fly from Oakland to Phoenix, arriving in Sedona via coach. A welcome dinner is included the first evening. Spend the second day in and around the unique town of Sedona, known for its shopping opportunities and restaurants. There will also be an opportunity to take a back-country tour of the area by jeep. On the next day, arrive at the south rim of the Grand Canyon via a

Atheists join End of Life concerns for Feb. 1 meeting Rossmoor Atheists and Agnostics Club will hold a joint meeting with End of Life Concerns on Monday, Feb. 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Club Room at Creekside. The meeting will feature a speaker from the Willed Body Program affiliated with UCSF. Will to Body advises people on how to will a body to science at the medical school. This will be the last scheduled meeting of the Atheists and Agnostics Club.​ For information, contact Rita Bogaert, 323-3507.

Greek Club meets Monday

Celebrates New Year with ceremony The Greek Club will meet on Monday, Jan. 25, at 10 a.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside. The club will mark the end of the Greek New Year’s celebrations with the cutting of the Vasilopita, a special sweet bread containing a coin, which commemorates the feast day of St. Basil the Great. The Greek Club meets on the fourth Monday of the month. Membership is open to all Rossmoor residents. Annual dues are $20. For information, contact the president, Peter Haikalis, at 705-7520.

ROLE PLAYERS ENSEMBLE presents “Good People” on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Jan. 29 through Feb. 14, at the Village Theatre, 233 Front St., Danville. Margie Walsh had barely gotten by on her dollar store salary when she loses her job and faces eviction. She takes a chance on rekindling an old romance, hoping for a fresh start. Tickets are $20 to $28. Purchase tickets on line at www.RolePlayersEnsemble. com; at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville; or call 314-3400. A free sneak peek is Wednesday, Jan. 20, at 7 p.m. at the Danville Library, 400 Front St., Danville. STARS 2000 TEEN THEATRE COMPANY presents “Footloose the Musical.” Performances are Jan. 15, 16, 22, 23, 29 and 30 at 8 p.m. and Jan. 24 and 31 at 2:30 p.m. in the Las Lomas High School theater, 1460 S. Main St., Walnut Creek. A rebellious teenager moves to a small middle-American town where dance is forbidden. He encourages his classmates to defy the local pastor and call for a rock ‘n’ roll prom. For information, visit www. stars2000.org or call 324-7359. Tickets are available through Brown Paper Tickets. VILLAGE ASSOCIATES sponsors a Mardi Gras gala on Saturday, Feb. 6, from 5 to 11 p.m. at the Lafayette Community Center, 500 St. Mary’s Road. The event includes an auction, dinner prepared by a French chef, wine from Attune Winery and live music. Tickets are $85 a person. The proceeds will go to Crohn’s Map Vaccine, a nonprofit organization. Tickets can be purchased online at http://ahallgout.wix.com/mardigrasgala. For information, call Annabelle Hall at 258-9559.

two-hour rail trip aboard the Grand Canyon railway and explore the area. A motorcoach will be available to take the group to different locations at the canyon. Dinner is included at Black Bart’s Steakhouse and Saloon in Flagstaff. A major feature is a four-hour first-class rail journey on the Verde Canyon Railway. The train glides past crimson cliffs and over old-fashioned trestles. The final full day is at leisure in Sedona. The last evening’s dinner will be at the Blazin’M Ranch, which offers a hearty chuckwagon supper and a western stage show. The price, including airfare and pick-up at Rossmoor, is $1,995 per person, double occupancy. Detailed flyers for this trip with booking information and group number are available in the Travel Club’s box at Gateway. Contact Travel Club facilitator Barbara Crane at 300-3358 or [email protected] with questions. SOUTHERN AFRICA: South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana Oct. 21 through Nov. 12 This OAT trip, sponsored by the Railroad Club of Rossmoor, limited to 16 participants, explores the animals and geography and touches on the cultural

life of the people in four of the countries of Southern Africa. Visit and enjoy game drives in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe (was home to Cecil the Lion), Chobe National Park, Botswana (40,000 elephants) and Kruger National Park (world famous) in South Africa. This 23-day adventure covers the many miles with three domestic flights: from Johannesburg in the middle, to Victoria Falls in the North and to Cape Town at the most Southern tip of the continent of Africa. The OAT tour price of $6,700 includes accommodations for 20 nights, 52 meals, three domestic flights, 26 small group activities, including up to 19 game viewing drives, boat cruises, park fees, services of a resident English-speaking OAT trip leader and driver guides. The above price includes gratuities for local guides, drivers, lodge and camp staff, driver-guides and luggage porters. OAT provides international roundtrip air from SFO, airport transfers, all government taxes, fees and airline fuel surcharges for $2,000, unless travelers choose to make their own air arrangements. For information and a flyer with the day-by-day itinerary plus instructions on how to sign up for this Rossmoor OAT group tour, call Ralf Parton, tour escort, at 256-7078.

Red Hatters set February luncheon Drama Association to present two plays at Gateway The Red Hat luncheon will be Saturday, Feb. 13, at 11:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway. The menu choices are fresh grilled tilapia topped with sautéed spinach and pancetta or roast tenderloin of pork in a warm apricot sauce with mini cheesecakes, mini tarts, cream puffs and éclairs for dessert. Entertainment will be two plays presented by the Drama Association of Rossmoor. The cost is $15 for members and $17 for nonmembers. Reservation checks, payable to Rossmoor Red Hatters, may be mailed to Joan Lockhart, 2001 Pine Knoll Drive No. 1, or placed in the Red Hat mailbox at Gateway. Be sure to include the entrée choice. The deadline is Friday, Feb. 5. Lockhart can be reached at 939-0206. Simple Elegance, the club’s new caterer, served its first luncheon on Jan. 9. Members said the food was great and the line at the buffet table moved along quickly. Any Rossmoor woman willing to wear a red hat is welcome to join the Red Hat group. Annual dues are $15. Mail dues checks to Queen Ruth Koehler, 3117 Golden Rain Road No. 9, or leave them in the club

mailbox at Gateway. Members are asked to pay 2016 dues before the February luncheon. New members will be contacted by Koehler. Call her at 930-9635 with news of a Red Hatter who is ill or in need. Information about the Rossmoor Red Hatters can be found on the website, www.rossmoorredhatters. net. The information is provided by Liz Sloan. Upcoming events On Sunday, Jan. 31, members will see “Good People” at the Village Theater in Danville. The cost is $18 and must be prepaid. To be put on the waiting list, call Pat Best at 944-1344. Members will leave Gateway at 11:30 a.m. The group has a noon reservation at Bridges Restaurant, which is just a very short walk to the theater. Bring cash to pay for the meal. On Tuesday, Feb. 23, there will be lunch at the American Kitchen in Lafayette. Members will leave Gateway at 11:30 a.m. When signing up for events, write on the front of the envelope or on the front of the check the name of the event and luncheon entrée choice. To cancel, notify Best or Sandra Hawkins at 944-1344.

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Free cycle strength taught at Del Valle Wellness Group speaker Emm Yee will offer a cycle strength class Yee is a National Academy of Sports Medtalks on future of medicine beginning Thursday, Feb. 4, at 5 p.m. in the icine-certified personal trainer, Schwinn CyQuestion & answer period will follow

The Rossmoor Wellness Group has invited Dr. Len Saputo to speak at its Monday, Jan. 25, meeting at 7 p.m. in the Donner Room at the Event Center. Saputo’s topic is “Medicine - What Is the Future?” Saputo received his medical degree from the Duke University Medical School and was in private practice in affiliation with the John Muir Medical Center for more than 30 years. He founded the Health Medicine Forum in 1994 and later the Health Medical Center in Walnut Creek, one of the first clinics to bring the new model of integral-health medicine into practice, including new innovations like healing circles. He is actively engaged in clinical research on the use of near-infrared light therapy in pain management. Saputo will conduct a question-and-answer session related to medical practice covering personal medical problems, politics, economics and types of treatment. He will also discuss the current problems and high cost

Aerobics Room at the Del Valle Complex. An exhilarating, body changing class that integrates music and motivation in a high intensity, nonimpact workout, this is a terrific cardiovascular training tool and a lower body workout for participants of all fitness levels. Light hand weights will be used for part of the class to sculpt shoulders, arms and back. No cycling background is needed.

cling MPower instructor, Aerobics and Fitness Association of America-AFAA Group exercise instructor and examiner certified, TRX Suspension training certified, mat Pilates, barre, Zumba basic and Zumba aqua certified. Register at the Fitness Center front desk: phone 988-7850 or email Mary Hardy at [email protected].

Barre Fit classes presented Thursdays

Dr. Len Saputo of mainstream medicine, which emphasizes treatment of disease after it is identified. Wellness Group members support these meetings. Dues are $15. Nonmembers may attend and a donation is suggested. All Rossmoor residents and guests are invited. For information, contact Jim Woollett, president, at 287-0468, or Gloria O’Dell, treasurer, at 510-967-1132.

Emm Yee will offer a Barre Fit class beginning Thursday, Feb. 4, at 6 p.m. in the Aerobics Room at the Del Valle Complex. Barre Fit is a mix of Pilates, dance, yoga and the perfect blend of strength, f lexibility and cardio. This experience on the ballet barre alternates deep mus-

cle-toning movements along with cardio intervals set to upbeat music at a good pace. It works to carve core, hips and legs. No dancing background is needed. Yee is a National Academy of Sports Medicine-certified personal trainer, Schwinn Cycling MPower instructor, Aerobics and Fitness Asso-

ciation of America-AFAA Group exercise instructor and examiner certified, TRX Suspension training certified, mat Pilates, bar re, Zumba basic and Zumba aqua certified. Register at the Fitness Center front desk: phone 9887850 or email Mary Hardy at [email protected].

Dharma College course on the mind offered Dharma College will present a six-week course titled “Confused Mind Is Not My Friend” starting Thursday, Jan. 21, from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in the Club Room at Creekside. In this course and in connection with the book “Revelations of Mind,” by Tibetan Lama Tarthang Tulku, students will look at role-playing mind and at how the many guises of mind can be deceiving. Instructors Robin and Curt Caton from Dharma College help students of all ages and backgrounds change their mental patterns

and create a more positive connection to the world. These classes take a unique approach to exploring mind and self, making deeper understanding accessible to all. Cost for the six-week course is $100 ($60 for those who cannot afford the higher amount). To register, call 510-809-2010 or email [email protected]. Class size is limited to room size. Contacts: Endy Stark at 938-4681 or Ardis Williams at 256-7605.

Tibetan relaxation class focuses on joy of being The next Tibetan relaxation Kum Nye class on Saturday, Jan. 23, will be taught by Dave Abercrombie. He will focus on “the joy of being.” Kum Nye yoga can bring sweetness, warmth and glowing into meditation, seasoning it and making it richer. Abercrombie is an entrepre-

neur and computer programmer who has studied the Tibetan Nyingma teachings for over seven years and has taught in Rossmoor for six years. These Tibetan relaxation classes are offered twice monthly on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. They are open to all Rossmoor residents

and their guests. The postures and movements relax the body, calm the breath and quiet the mind. Classes are $10 per person. The next class on Feb. 13 and will be taught by Santosh Philip. Call Endy Stark for information at 938-4681.

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The Rossmoor Fitness Center is offering an indoor winter walking class so residents don’t have to walk in the rain during the winter months. Residents can walk in the Sierra Room at

Del Valle Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays between 6 and 8 a.m.; on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 7 and 9 a.m. For information about the class, stop by the Fitness Center front desk or call 988-7850.

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Peripheral neuropathy group meets Friday Teddy bears for the kids The Peripheral Neuropathy Support Group meets Friday, Jan. 22, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Las Trampas Room at Hillside. Masha Henzel, Rossmoor Fitness Center supervisor, will present suggestions for exercises that may benefit those with peripheral neuropathy. Henzel graduated from UC Santa Barbara and also did continuing education at UC Davis School of Medicine. She has worked as a sports health fitness specialist and medical exercise specialist. She is active in hands-on training and bodywork.

Rossmoor residents are usually entitled to a few free sessions at the Fitness Center. For information, contact the Fitness Center at 9887850. Everyone is welcome to attend the free meeting. What are the symptoms of peripheral neuropathy? Typically the feet and legs feel sensations of tingling, burning or freezing, numbness and sensitivity to touch, which sometimes results in the loss of balance, coordination and movement. Meetings are on the fourth Friday of the month except in November and December.

Yoga classes offered daily at Fitness Center The Rossmoor Fitness Center at Del Valle offers a variety of yoga classes, from Monday through Saturday. Classes are for all levels and accommodate those with physical limitations. Participants are advised to wear loose clothing and come with a relatively empty stomach. Props, used when needed, may include chairs, blocks and straps. MONDAY Integrated Therapeutic Yoga Time and place: 10 to 11:20 a.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center. Instructor: Leena St. Michael, who has more than 5,000 teaching hours. She is trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction methods. Fees: $10 per drop-in or five sessions for $45. TLC-Therapeutic Beginner Yoga Offered as a series Time and place: 11:35 to 12:50 a.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center. Nine classes in series. Instructor: Leena St. Michael Must pre-register 200-5130 Flexible Yoga Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Instructor: Barbara Bureker. For information, call 9347857. Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. TUESDAY Gentle Yoga Time and place: 11 a.m. to noon in the Shasta Room at

Del Valle Fitness Center. Instructor: Sarah Harvey. Call 925-788-4128 for information. Fees: $10 per class, or $35 per month for four classes, or $60 for eight sessions. Drop-ins welcome. Active Yoga Time and place: 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Instructor: Sarah Harvey. Call 925-788-4128 Fees: The drop-in fee for the active yoga class is $10 per session. Participants also have the option of buying a series of four classes for $35, or eight classes for $60 Stretch Yoga Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m. at the Fitness Center at Del Valle Instructor: Barbara Bureker, yoga instructor for 35 years. For information, call 9347857. Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. WEDNESDAY Gentle Yoga Time and place: 11 a.m. to noon, Aerobics Room at Del

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Valle Instructor: Bonnie Maeda For information, call 510-5489566 Fees: $10 per class or $8 for four classes. Level 2-3 Yoga Series Offered as a series Time and place: 5:30 to 6:50 p.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center. Nine classes in the series. Style: Improve energy, focus, strength, balance and flexibility. Must pre-register 200-5130 THURSDAY Therapeutic Yoga Time and place: 10 to 11 a.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center. Call the instructor, 200-5130. Instructor: Leena St. Michael, who is trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction methods. Fees: $8 per drop-in or four sessions for $30. Strength Yoga Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Instructor: Barbara Bureker. For information, call 934-

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Rossmoor resident George Ramas recently dropped off belated Christmas teddy bears for the children in the Pediatrics Ward at John Muir Medical Center. He put them under the care of Joanna Halpren, head nurse in the Pediatric Ward.

Moving 2 Music to host post-holiday party Saturday The Moving 2 Music annual post-holiday party is Saturday, Jan. 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Fireside Room. This is always a fun event – bring dancing shoes and plan to sing, dance and laugh. Entertainment will be provided by dance instructor Kathy Daily. Members are encouraged to invite friends, family and especially their grandchildren. Residents considering joining the class are also invited. Join now and be paid through the end of 2016. The club will provide the main course and beverages. Members are asked to bring a side dish, salad, fruit or dessert to share.

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7857. Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. FRIDAY Flexible Yoga Time and place: 10 to 11 a.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Instructor: Barbara Bureker. For information, call 9347857. Fees: $7 per class, one class per week; $6 per class, two to three per week; $8 for drop-ins. Gentle Yoga Time and place: 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center. Instructor: Sarah Harvey, a graduate of Iyengar Yoga Institute. Call 925-788-4128. Fees: $10 per class; $35 for four classes, $60 for eight classes. Restorative Yoga Offered as a series Time and place: 4 to 5:30 p.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle. Call the instructor on the dates of the series, 2005130. Style: Relaxing through postures. Excellent for rejuvenating. Offers a foundation to apply to other yoga classes. Instructor: Leena St. Michael. She has taught more than 400 hours of restorative postures. Fees: $100 for a series. SATURDAY Tibetan Kum Nye Yoga Two Saturdays a month Time and place: 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Coordinator: Endy Stark. For information, call 938-4681. Fees: $10 per class. Active Yoga Starts in January 2016 Time and place: 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Shasta Room at Del Valle Fitness Center Instructor: Sarah Harvey. Call 788-4128 Fees: Drop-in fee is $8 per session. Participants also have the option of buying a series of four classes for $30, or eight classes for $55.

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The cost for this event is $5 members, $10 adult guests, and children 12 and under are free. Reservations can be made by calling Maria Yen at 939-7332 (home) or 708-4206 (cell) or email at maria.mama.yen@ gmail.com. The Moving 2 Music dance/ aerobics club has been dancing and enjoying the camaraderie since 2008, with its regular classes Tuesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., Thursdays from 7 to 8 p.m. and Saturdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Aerobics Room at Del Valle. Members find these classes a great way to get aerobic exercise and stretching with a fun and supportive group of people.

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Programs running from Jan. 21 through 27 The following programs are all scheduled to be broadcast this week. Check the grid below for days and times of programs. For information about programs on Channel 28, please call 988-7820. ■ Post It! is a community bulletin board that allows residents to view activities within Rossmoor, including trips, movies and club events. This program runs between other programs when possible. ■ Classic Arts Showcase includes video samplings of animation, architectural art, ballet, chamber and choral music, dance, folk art, museum art, musical theater, opera and orchestral performances, as well as classic film and archival documentaries. ■ Fitness Fun. Exercise. 30 minutes. This program is scheduled every day at 9 a.m. The program changes daily to vary the exercises.

■ “POLIUTO.”Opera. One hour, 55 minutes. Under the musical direction of Jonathan Khuner, the West Edge Opera presents “Poliuto,” starring tenor Michael Desnoyers, and soprano Elizabeth Zharoff. This opera is composed by Gaetano Donizetti, is set in Melitene, the capital of Armenia 257 CE, and encompasses many of the dramatic themes that make operas great: love, longing and sacrifice. ■ A BIRD’s Rainbow. Nature presentation. One hour, 20 minutes. Acclaimed naturalist and photographer Bob Lewis presents “The Bird’s Rainbow,” examining the subject of how birds perceive color and the purpose of the striking patterns and colors in their appearance. He also talks about their feather structure, molt and bird behavior related to color. and richly enhances his presentation with his own dramatic photographs. ■ SERIOUS Banjo. Jazz music. 55 minutes. This program includes jazz classics, country, pop and novelty show stoppers. Jack Convery has been playing the banjo since the age of 12, studying and then ultimately winning the United Artists Best Banjoist of Northern California. He has performed with many legendary artists, including Bing Crosby and Perry Como. He is also a singer and guitarist. ■ “The DONA.” Book discussion. 50 minutes.





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Major Mitchell discusses his book, “The Dona.” During the settling of early America, a young courageous woman whose faith gives her strength, endures many hardships. Her struggle to keep her property is the central focus of this book. Mitchell’s research into the era breathes life into the characters and enriches the historical background of the story. ■ RADIOTHERAPY and Radiosurgery. Health. One hour. Dr. Vincent Massullo of the John Muir radiation oncologyprogram speaks on the topic of radiotherapy and radiosurgery. Radiation oncology has made major advancements in the past 10 years. Massullo graduated from UC San Diego, completed his medical education at the Mayo Medical School, his internal medicine residency at the Mayo Graduate School of Medicine and his radiation oncology residency and fellowship at UCSF, which has one of the top programs in the United States. ■ BUILDING the Gateway Clubhouse. Historical information. 25 minutes. The building of Gateway is chronicled in this program, written and narrated by Rossmoor’s Historical Society’s President John Nutley. From the planning, destruction of the old facility, to each phase of construction, Nutley provides a detailed presentation, showing the project from leveled earth to the finished facility that is enjoyed today. ■ EARTHQUAKES, Hazards and Current Topics. Information. One hour, 40 minutes. Keith L. Knudsen, deputy director of the Earthquake Science Center for the U.S. Geological Survey, quaternary geologist and geomorphologist specializing in the assessment of earthquake hazards, speaks extensively on the two most likely disasters residents would ever have to deal with–wildfire and earthquake. ■ Celebrating ROBERT Burns. Music/dancing. One hour. On Jan. 25 in Scotland and all over the world is the gathering of people celebrating “Burns Night.” The Caledonian Society of Rossmoor honors Robert Burns, the national poet of Scotland, with bagpipes, kilts and the famous “Address to a Haggis.” Included in this production are traditional music and dance performances from Dunsmuir Scottish Dancers plus the musical and vocal talents of Christine Rozance and also Neil O’Neill.

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