ROSSMOOR NEWS
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Walnut Creek, California Volume 51, No. 12 • 50 cents
GRF Board seeking
GRF Board meeting
applicants for Ad Hoc
Board
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Technology Committee study and its recommendations
The GRF Board is accepting applications from non-GRF
Board members for appointment to the newly formed Ad Hoc
Technology Committee to develop a strategic five-year plan
for GRF technology. There are seven openings on the new
committee.
Residents interested in serving on the Ad Hoc Technology
Committee are invited to apply by submitting their names and
qualifications, along with a brief statement on why they want
to serve, to Assistant Secretary Paulette Jones in the Board
Office at Gateway by Friday, June 23. For information, call
her at 988-7710.
The Ad Hoc Committee’s Mission Statement can be found on
the Rossmoor website at www.rosssmoor.com. Hit the Resident
Info tab, scroll down to Rossmoor Governance, and the committees’ information is listed under GRF committees.
Women’s Conference will
be on Tuesday, see Jennifer
Newsom’s film on Wednesday
T
he 2017 Rossmoor
Women’s Conference
will be held Tuesday,
June 6, from 1 to 2 p.m. in
the Event Center. The event
is sponsored by Rossmoor’s
Counseling Services Department. Tickets may still be
available in the Recreation Department at Gateway.
The featured speaker will
be Jennifer Siebel Newsom,
whose topic will be “The
Power and Influence of Women: An Ongoing Challenge.”
The talk will be followed by
a question-and-answer session
with Newsom and a reception
with refreshments supplied by
Byron Park.
Newsom is an award-winning documentary film maker
and CEO of the Representation
Project and advocate for women’s rights. She is married to
California Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom.
In her work, she focuses primarily on how women are misrepresented in the modern media world of “infotainment,”
reality TV and 24/7 news cycles. She draws parallels to the
subsequent harmful effects on
American culture for both men
and women - and the negative
impact on women’s advancement to leadership positions.
One of Newsom’s films,
Continued on page 9A
Insurance program cancelled
The program on understanding Rossmoor residents’ insurance
needs and how they are and are not addressed by the Rossmoor
master insurance program set for Thursday, June 1, at 9:30 a.m.
has been cancelled and will be rescheduled at a later date.
John Tastor of Arthur J. Gallagher and Co, Rossmoor’s insurance broker, will give a presentation in the coming months on
insurance for Rossmoor owners. This presentation will be an updated version of a similar presentation he made in 2011. Watch
the News for a new date.
G
RF Board directors
took a first public
look last Thursday at
a $1.3 million plan to improve pedestrian and traffic
safety in Rossmoor.
There were no real surprises. The study found that
motorists exceed the speed
limit on Rossmoor’s main
streets and they ignore stop
signs.
There are an average of
65 vehicle accidents a year
that are reported with an
average of four injury accidents a year.
Three-phase plan
To improve safety, a
three-phase plan was recommended by TJKM Traffic Engineering Consultants.
The consultant studied
Rossmoor’s main streets –
Rossmoor Parkway, Tice
Creek Drive, Stanley Dollar Drive and Golden Rain
Road.
The Board spent 45 min-
Geri Pyle ran her first regular meeting as GRF Board president on May 25. She was elected this month by the Board and
Continued on page 10A will serve as president until next May.
Board approves committee appointments
The GRF Board approved the following
Board representatives to its committees as
recommended by President Geri Pyle at the
May 25 meeting:
Sue Adams: Aquatics Advisory Committee
Mary Neff: Audit Committee
Mary Neff: Finance Committee
Mel Fredlund: Fitness Center Advisory Committee
Section A
Arts and Leisure........... 18-31A
Classified....................... 32-43A
Clubs............................. 28-31A
Main News...................... 1-15A
Movies........................... 27-28A
Op/Ed Columns..................17A
Residents Forum................16A
Gay Pride Week activities
announced. See page 4A.
www.rossmoornews.com
Mary Lou Delpech: Golf Advisory Committee
The following Board committee appointments were approved:
Compensation Committee: Les Birdsall, Carl
Brown, Bob Kelso and Steve Roath
Mutual Liaison Committee: Sue Adams, Carol Brown, Mary Neff and Geri Pyle
Policy Committee: Mary Lou Delpech, Bob
Kelso, Geri Pyle and Steve Roath
From EMT to Securitas site manager
Molly Ayers takes over new position May 22
By Maggie Sharpe
Staff writer
M
INSIDE THE NEWS
Section B
Arts and Leisure listings....13B
Bridge................................ 4-5B
Calendar............................ 8-9B
Channel 28 TV Guide........16B
Clubs................................. 5-7B
Excursions....................... 9-12B
Health............................ 14-15B
Obituaries.............................7B
Religion.................................6B
Sports................................ 1-4B
By Cathy Tallyn
Staff writer
olly Ayers has been
appointed
Rossmoor’s Securitas site
manager and started her new
job on May 22. Ayers has
been working at Rossmoor
Securitas since 2013 and has
been the interim site manager
for the last couple of months,
so she’s more than ready for
her new post.
“Molly already has a lot of
experience at Rossmoor as an
EMT, EMT supervisor and
as the interim site manager,
so she’s a really good fit for
the job,” said Public Safety
Manager Dennis Bell. “She’s
shown a lot of initiative and
eagerness to learn. She understands how important Securitas is to the community,
which is critical to the job.”
Bell added that members of
Rossmoor EPO (Emergency
Preparedness Organization)
and Rossmoor CERT (Community Emergency Response
Team) had specifically asked
him to give Ayers the job.
“That shows me how well
she connects to people in the
community, which is a very
important factor,” said Bell.
For her part, Ayers says she
loves the residents and working at Rossmoor.
“This is a great opportunity and I’m happy to be doing
it,” said Ayers. “I’ve always
loved working here and getting to meet all the residents.
I find it fascinating – they all
have such unique and broad
histories.”
When she took CERT training alongside Rossmoor resi-
dents, she was amazed at how
enthusiastic and organized
they were.
“I was impressed by how
well the community came together and how enthusiastic
they were about taking part in
the training,” she said.
Ayers manages a staff
of more than 30 people in
Rossmoor Securitas, including “mobile officers” that include EMTs, patrol officers
and Stair Trac officers (who
help people get up and down
stairs to their homes when
needed). She also oversees
shift supervisors for the 24/7
security service, gate officers
and administrative staff.
Mills College grad
Ayers grew up in Walnut Creek and lives in Concord. Last year, she earned
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Market winner
Fawning
over her
fawn
Some new residents moved
into Helen Litvak’s yard on
Singingwood Court and she
asked her caregiver Luba
Trushina to take this photo
from their living room window. Mother and baby look
quite content hanging out in
the yard.
Fifth Mutual sets annual meeting
Fifth Walnut Creek Mutual will have its
annual meeting of members on Friday, June
16, at 11 a.m. in the Board Room at Gateway.
There are two open board positions and
two candidates. Therefore, Walter “Ted”
Todd and Mary Fielder will be elected by acclamation.
The directors will be introduced and an
update on the status of the Mutual will be
presented.
The officer positions for 2017-2018 will be
determined following the general meeting.
All homeowners in Fifth Mutual are invited to attend.
For information, contact the Board Office
at 988-7718.
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the Rossmoor Farmers’ Market last Friday. The Farmers’ Market will be in the Gateway parking lot every Friday from 9:30
a.m. to 1 p.m. through October. This time of year, look for
cherries, organic strawberries, vine-ripened tomatoes, sugar
snap peas, and fresh picked greens. There are also floral bouquets and fresh breads and pies. For information, check the
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Contributing Writers: Various writers, Democrats of Rossmoor;
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Molly Ayers named new site manager for Securitas
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a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Mills College
in Oakland, while simultaneously working full-time at
Rossmoor.
“I did my thesis on ‘dignity
at the end of life,’ which was
definitely inf luenced by my
working here,” said Ayers. “I
am struck by how dignity is
viewed in such different ways
by different people.”
After Mills, Ayers earned
a medical assistant certification from Boston Reed College in Napa and went on to
work in that capacity at the
Haight Ashbury Free Clinic
in San Francisco – “I loved
that job!”
She simultaneously held a
job with Bike and Roll, a San
Francisco company that rents
bikes to tourists and takes
them on guided bike tours.
She also volunteered with
Rock Medicine in San Francisco as an EMT.
“Rock Medicine started
out in the ’60s in San Francisco, providing free emergency medical care for people at
concerts,” said Ayers. “They
still volunteer at concerts all
over the Bay Area today.”
She said that experience
with Rock Medicine was very
educational.
“It’s a great way to get
medical experience. I loved
being a first responder – and
it was a great way to hear free
music when you’re young and
broke!”
Most Rossmoorians would
agree that Ayers is still pretty
young. She will turn 30 next
month, but she’s not worried
about hitting the big 3-0.
“If there’s one thing that
working at Rossmoor has
taught me is that age is just a
number,” said Ayers, who is
also very busy making plans
for her September wedding on
the Russian River – “my favorite place to vacation.”
Ayers currently volunteers
with the Contra Costa County
Sheriff Department’s Search
and Rescue team, which she
describes as one of the biggest teams in California.
She’s having fun learning
how to “propel” and do rope
rescues and is working to
enhance her emergency responder skills.
“It’s a great way to give
back to the community,” she
said.
Ayers recounted how
she landed her first job at
Rossmoor after a chance
meeting with former Site Supervisor Maloa Jenkins, who
was doing double duty for Securitas at Mills College at the
time. Ayers’ car broke down
after her orientation at Mills
and she asked Securitas if she
could use their phone.
“That was how I met
Maloa. We started talking, I
told her I was an EMT and
she mentioned that Securitas
was hiring at Rossmoor,” said
Ayers.
She’s thrilled that her
winding path through philosophy, medical training, rock
News photo by Mike DiCarlo
Molly Ayers has been named Securitas site manager.
concerts and bike tours has tinuing to help and service the
led to her new position.
community as best we can,”
“We look forward to con- said Ayers.
Sustainable Rossmoor to hear from Water Conservation Committee
The regular monthly meeting of
Sustainable Rossmoor will be held on
Tuesday, June 6, at 7 p.m. in the Fairway Room at Creekside.
All residents are invited for a
stimulating discussion of environmental issues, legislative actions and
planning for a sustainable future at
Rossmoor.
Twelve DVDs have been donated by
the club to the Rossmoor library. Titles
of films previously shown in Peacock
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Gay Pride Week
LGBT Alliance presents labyrinth talk
By Chris Spanos
Club correspondent
As part of the Gay Pride
Week celebration, Rossmoor
Gay Alliance presents an interactive lecture by Rossmoor
resident and spiritual pioneer,
Lauren Artress. The event titled, “The History, Mystery
and Meaning of the Labyrinth,” will be on Monday,
June 12, from 10:30 to noon in
the Fireside Room.
All residents of Rossmoor
are welcome to attend due to
the interest in the Rossmoor
Labyrinth, which was installed
last year. Artress’ presentation,
which she gives all over the
world, is lively and informative. The meaning and history
of the labyrinth as well as its
spiritual and mystical aspects
will be presented. Instructions
on how to walk a labyrinth will
be included.
A recommended donation
of $5 will help defray costs of
the week-long gay pride celebration at Rossmoor.
Over the past 20 years, Artress has been a leading force
in popularizing the labyrinth in
the U.S. and around the world,
helping hundreds of thousands
of people to experience this
ancient spiritual practice.
She is a featured presenter
in the leading centers for consciousness expansion such as
the Omega Institute, Institute
of Noetic Sciences and Chautauqua Institute. Artress is a
key catalyst of the emerging
awareness of the mind-body
connection, the impact of a
person’s thoughts on their lives
and the importance of living
with compassion.
Artress is a Canon of Grace
Cathedral in San Francisco
and author of three books on
the labyrinth. Her first book,
“Walking a Sacred Path: Rediscovering the Labyrinth as
a Spiritual Practice,” helped
launch what is now known as
the Labyrinth Movement. Her
work includes speaking on the
contemporary spiritual issues
that people confront every day.
Artress founded a non-profit named Veriditas, the WorldWide Labyrinth Project in
1996 to “pepper the planet
with labyrinths.” Her organization works with the Institute
of Noetic Sciences; her office
is located on the Earthrise Retreat Center in Petaluma. Artress is an Episcopal priest,
spiritual director and licensed
marriage and family therapist.
Artress received her bachelor’s degree in special education at Ohio State University,
her master’s in education at
Princeton Theological Seminary and her doctor of ministry degree in pastoral psychotherapy at Andover Newton
School of Theology.
She trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy at the
Blanton-Peale Graduate Institute at the Institute of Religion
and Health in New York City
and held a private practice
there from 1974 to 1986. She
holds an honorary doctorate
News photo by Mike DiCarlo
Lauren Artress shows pictures of labyrinths from all over the
world.
from the California Institute of
Integral Studies and the Gandhi, King, and Ikeda Peace
Award for her work in bring-
ing people together in creative,
peaceful ways.
Artress lives with her partner Kit Kennedy at Rossmoor.
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Rossmoor LGBT Alliance Pride Gala, featuring special guest Roma Guy, will be held
on Saturday, June 17, starting at 4:30 p.m. in
the Fireside Room at Gateway.
Tickets are $45 per person and are now
available to members and their guests. They
can be purchased through the Alliance’s website at www.rossmoorlgbta.org.
Rossmoor LGBT Alliance is privileged to
welcome Guy as the headliner for the gala.
Guy has been an activist for the gay and women’s communities since the 1970s when she
and her partner Diane Jones moved to San
Francisco and joined the women’s movement.
Her legacy of continued activism includes
co-founding the Women’s Building in San
Francisco along with fighting tirelessly for
women’s access to health care. Since the 1990s she has served on various
boards to help align progressive agendas and
currently serves as director of the Bay Area
Homelessness Program. She was prominently
featured in the recent ABC TV docudrama
about LGBT rights, “When We Rise.”
Rossmoor LGBT Alliance welcomes all
lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender residents and friends of LGBT people. Its mission is to build bridges between current and
future LGBT residents in Rossmoor and the
wider Rossmoor community, by providing
outreach, education and social and/or cultural events.
More information regarding Rossmoor’s
pride week celebrations will be published in
upcoming issues of the Rossmoor News and
on the Alliance’s website.
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‘Feisty Females’ is a Gay Pride Week
Schedule
of
events
event sponsored by Lesbian Social Club
The Rossmoor Lesbian
Social Club invites residents
who support LGBTQ lives
to come to an entertaining
event, “Feisty Females: A
Lesbian SpeakOut.”
It will be on Monday,
June 12, at 7 p.m. in the Las
Trampas Room at Hillside.
This program is part of the
gay pride events that will
take place all week.
“Feisty Females” is a
multifaceted program that
includes dramatic presentations as well as open-mic
interactions, performances
and stories. The thematic
thread that binds these pieces is risk-taking: the life-defining bold acts of women in
the LGBTQ community to
achieve civil rights and combat prejudice.
The event opens with dramatic presentations of true
stories, directly from the
lives of women at Rossmoor.
They include tales of: a lesbian-led guerilla theater action at a conservative think
tank; a young trans woman
coming out to her parents;
a bi-sexual writer of erotic
literature navigating mom’s
garden party; and a young
Latina girl with two mommies at a gay pride march.
These stories were origi-
EJ Koch will perform in “Feisty
Females.”
nally published in the book,
“That Takes Ovaries,” edited
by Rivka Solomon, and later
adapted into the play, “Bold
Women, Brazen Acts.”
The cast includes, among
others, Rossmoor residents
EJ Koch, Trudy Foote, Cecelia Wambach, Aki Rasmussen, Andrea Gourdine, Bobbi Ausubel and Carmencita
Lozano.
Preceding the open mic
segment of the program,
there will be several additional, light-hearted sto-
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ries of women at Rossmoor.
These include anecdotes
about visiting the Pope, playing baseball and responding
to a groping-attempt.
Ausubel and Wambach
will then lead audience members in a conversation exploring the concept of “why
be bold.” The open mic also
provides an opportunity for
Rossmoor residents – especially women – to share their
personal stories of risk-taking or boldness. Golden Ovaries awards will be offered
to all who step up to the mic
and tell their stories.
The event’s opening is
back-dropped by a slide
show, compiled by Rhona
Lishinsky, documenting the
world-wide boldness of the
January women’s marches –
the largest single-day protest
in U.S. history – which highlighted women’s issues and
the need to protect LGBTQ
rights.
The event is $5. Tickets
will be available at the door
only. For information, contact [email protected].
for Gay Pride week
The following programs will be offered in Rossmoor
during Gay Pride Week, from June 12 through 17. The programs are sponsored by the Rossmoor LGBT Alliance, the
Lesbian Social Club and the Rossmoor Gay Men’s Club.
Monday, June 12
10:30 a.m. to noon, Fireside Room, Gateway: “The History, Mystery and Meaning of the Labyrinth” presented by
Lauren Artress, the leading force in the Labyrinth Movement. Suggested donation is $5.
7 p.m., Last Trampas Room, Hillside: “Feisty Females:
A Lesbian SpeakOut” presented by the Rossmoor Lesbian
Social Club. Suggested donation is $5.
Tuesday, June 13
1 to 3 p.m., Peacock Hall, Gateway: Presentation of the
film “Pride” sponsored by the Rossmoor Gay Men’s Club.
Donations to the Gay Men’s Club accepted.
Wednesday, June 14
10 a.m. to 10 p.m., Peacock Hall, Gateway: LGBT Film
Festival with a special showing of “Born This Way” sponsored by the LGBT Alliance. Donations will be accepted.
Thursday, June 15
7 p.m., Peacock Plaza, Gateway: Salsa in the Plaza, with
an all-women’s San Francisco salsa band with Adelante Mujeres. Donations accepted.
Saturday, June 17
9 a.m., Creekside parking lot: Front Walkers Pride Walk
Noon to 3 p.m., Peacock Plaza, Gateway: Salon in the Plaza, “We Are Art, We Are Authors,” featuring original works
by gay and lesbian artists, musicians, writers, performers.
4:30 to 9:30 p.m., Fireside Room, Gateway: GALA Celebration with special guest Roma Guy. Ticket price is $45 for
members and guests. Tickets can be purchased through the
LGBT Alliance website at www.rossmoorlgbta.org.
More Gay Pride Week events: See pages 19A and 28A
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Third Mutual annual landscape meeting has good turnout
Policies, water use, chemicals on agenda
By Jean Faszholz
rectors present noted the areas they served so that owners with specific questions
could contact them at the end
Extra chairs were brought of the meeting.
in to seat the crowd of over
The new policy concern70 owners, landscape repre- ing private gardens was exsentatives and directors who plained. Pollon presented her
attended the Third Mutual overall goals and strategies
annual landscape meeting on for the valley’s landscaping
May 18.
and the best times to make
Introductions were made, requests for shrub replaceincluding Floyd Yearout ment and landscape rehabs.
and Paula Erickson, fellow
Due to rising costs of water,
committee members and individual shrubs are not beLandscape Manager Rebec- ing replaced at this time since
ca Pollon and Third Mutual that necessitates turning on
Landscape Supervisor Steve a whole string of sprinklers
Ormond and Cassidy Lundin, until that one plant is estabKevin Jackson and Sherrie lished. Throughout the year,
Varnese from Terra Land- dead and/or struggling plants
scape. John and Fiona Rice will be removed. Replanting
helped with registration and will be reviewed and, where
refreshments.
appropriate, plants will be reMany landscape represen- placed in the fall.
tatives in attendance were
Total or whole yard landwelcomed to the meeting. Di- scape rehabs will also be
Chairwoman, Third Mutual
Landscape Committee
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Owners are encouraged to
turn in work orders for requests to correct sprinklers
that overwater. Breaks in the
main lines after hours should
be turned in to Securitas.
Duties of staff
Ormond continued with
an explanation of the difference between the duties of
the small Mutual Operations
(MOD) landscape staff and
the Terra Landscape staff.
MOD staff spends a specific
number of days each year in
every project. Directors try to
save labor intensive jobs for
those days, since the coupon
has already paid for the labor.
MOD staff is also responsible for all irrigation
upkeep. Satellites now determine when the soil is dry
and needs to be irrigated.
Because of this system you
should no longer see sprinklers on during a rain storm.
The day-to-day landscaping work is contracted to Terra Landscape. Kevin Jackson
and Cassidy Lundin went over
the highlights of their contract with Rossmoor. For example, each entry is cleaned
and some shrubs pruned once
per month. Cleaning carports
is not part of the contract.
Lawns are mowed weekly
during the growing season
but just edged every other
week.
Complete work schedules
and specific monthly tasks
are given to the project directors who can share them with
their landscape reps. Jackson
and Lundin talked about the
training given to staff and
their “bay friendly” approach
of using as small an amount
of chemicals to control weeds
when absolutely necessary.
The spraying is never broadcast over a large area and not
done before a rain storm or
when it is windy. Weeds are
also hand pulled in some areas.
The use of chemicals
Pollon explained that a little chemical used more often
when the weeds are small
is more efficient for control
until waiting until they are
large and need more chemicals. She also said that the
crew will soon be adding
blue dye to the chemical so
people who walk dogs will
know to keep their dogs away
from those areas while the
weeds are wet. She said that
the small dose of chemicals
used is not lethal to pets, but
encouraged pet owners to not
take a chance on their dogs
getting sick by not letting
them eat those weeds while
they are wet.
New landscaping
Terra Landscape was responsible for the installation
of the beautiful newly landscaped area in Project 41 that
was reported on with an article in the May 17 News. Paula
Erickson and Floyd Yearout
were involved in the design
and implementation.
The most amazing and
gratifying fact is the project
owners and other walkers not
only now enjoy a beautiful
gathering spot but 400,000
less gallons of water were
used to irrigate the new space
the first quarter of 2017 versus 2016.
Learn about holistic emergency preparedness
Rick Palmer, president of Contra Costa
Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster
(VOAD), will speak in Rossmoor on Friday,
June 2, from 2 to 3:30 p.m. in the Club Room
at Creekside. The program is sponsored by
Interfaith Council of Rossmoor.
VOAD is a non-governmental national association of organizations whose goals are
to mitigate the impact of disasters by providing a forum to promote communication,
coordination and collaboration. VOAD fosters the more effective delivery of a wide
range of services to communities affected
by disaster.
Palmer will discuss VOAD’s spiritual
care guidelines which assist communities
to implement compassionate spiritual care
services for individuals, families and communities affected by a disaster. He will also
offer ways in which such a program can be
implemented in Rossmoor.
Palmer is an active participant in Walnut Creek’s Emergency Management Plan
activities. Leaders of Rossmoor’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
and Emergency Preparedness Organization
(EPO) will be present and there will also be
a question-and-answer period.
All residents interested in learning about
holistic emergency preparedness are invited
to attend. For more information, call Bob
Howell at 953-3288.
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Golf carts are not allowed on the sidewalks or in the
clubhouse courtyards. Golf carts can only be driven on
Rossmoor streets.
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Mutual board reviews monthly
Pacific Legal Foundation Second
operations, repairs, carport inspections
attorney to speak at
By Mark Fehlig
wet weather. There were 15 be asked to leave their name
resales in April with a medi- and home phone number.
Republican Club dinner
an price of $399,500. YearThe Mutual is always
Secretary
Attorney Anastasia Boden will be the featured speaker
at the Republican Club’s dinner meeting on Tuesday, June
20, at the Event Center. The social hour begins at 5:15 p.m.,
with a hosted wine and beer bar. Dinner is at 6.
Boden is a staff attorney in Pacific Legal Foundation’s
Economic Liberty Project, where she challenges anti-competitive occupational licensing laws and laws that restrict
the freedom of speech. Her topic is “Entrepreneurship in the
age of ‘government knows best.’”
Boden has fought in federal courts across the country for
the right to earn a living free of irrational government regulation. Her focus is on “Competitor’s Veto” laws, which essentially allow existing businesses to veto new competition.
She also testifies to state legislatures on the constitutionality and policy implications of licensing schemes. Her
writing has been featured in the Washington Post, the Chicago Tribune, Forbes and several other publications.
Her law review article about the legal challenge to the
Affordable Care Act and its theoretical underpinnings was
recently published in the NYU Journal of Law & Liberty.
In 2015, Boden was selected for the Claremont Institute’s
prestigious John Marshall Fellowship.
Prior to joining PLF, Boden acted as research assistant
to Professor Randy E. Barnett while he litigated the constitutional challenge to the Affordable Care Act. She also
worked at the Cato Institute’s Center for Constitutional
Studies and at Washington Legal Foundation.
Originally from California, Boden earned her bachelor’s
degree in global studies and history from UC Santa Barbara. She went on to get her law degree from Georgetown
University Law Center in Washington, D.C.
She is licensed to practice law in California; the Fourth,
Eighth and Ninth Circuit Courts of Appeals; the District
Court for the District of Columbia; and the United States
Supreme Court.
Continued on page 31A
The Second Mutual board
announced at its May meeting
that it is moving forward with
carport inspections to deal
with the clutter and non-compliant storage units/practices
seen throughout the Mutual.
Residents are asked to abide
by the storage and use rules
posted online to avoid being
issued a violation notice.
Reports
Building
Maintenance
Manager Mark Marlatte reported on the Second Mutual’s manor lube program and
normal concerns over vermin.
He said that water quality and
drainage issues are being duly
attended.
Landscape Manager Rebecca Pollon advised continuing landscaping concerns with
odd numbered entry refreshers. The Mutual is proactively
working various private garden and building settlement
issues. The building at 1200
Canyonwood Court is under
an engineering study to attend
to building settlement and repair issues.
Second Mutual’s finances
remain in good shape. The
Mutual’s year-to-date budget
is enjoying the water savings
via member water use and the
to-dates are 41 resales and a
median price of $375,000.
The board announced that
work on the proposed bylaw
updates is concluding and will
be mailed to the membership
for a vote. A review of the
golf cart and electric vehicle
charging policies is ongoing.
Residents should
report issues
Residents are reminded
to report any issues by calling the Mutual Operations
(MOD) work order desk
at 988-7650 or preferably
by detailed email to [email protected]. If
needed follow up, email to
[email protected]. Securitas (988-7899 non-emergency) was recommended as
an effective tool to document
and solve many of these
problems.
The telephone-text-email
emergency alert Rossmoor
Nixle is now operational and
advises many of the common concerns/questions such
as traffic problems, water
and utility alerts. Sign up by
clicking on the link on the
Rossmoor.com home page.
Residents who do not use the
Internet can call 988-7688 and
leave a message. Callers will
aware of the earthquake predictions for the Bay Area and
the damage this could bring.
Rossmoor has great emergency preparedness volunteer
groups that offer training,
participation and emergency
radio operations that allow
residents to actively participate or just listen to when other communication may fail.
Watch for Rossmoor Community Emergency Response
Team (CERT) and Emergency Preparedness Organization
entry coordinator monthly
program announcements in
the News.
Insurance and recycling
There will be a presentation
about individual insurance for
Rossmoor residents on Thursday June 1, at 9 a.m. in the
Fireside Room. The News will
publish additional details.
Several comments were offered on RecycleSmart with
Sustainable Rossmoor. The
Second Mutual board is actively investigating how to
take advantage of these great
ideas. Check the News for ongoing updates.
The next regular Second
Mutual board meeting will be
Thursday June 15, at 9 a.m. in
Peacock Hall at Gateway.
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A couple got their start away from the crowds during the A group of walkers and their dogs paused for a photo at the end of their walk in the Sneakers &
Sneakers & Paws event.
Paws event for Hospice.
Sneakers & Paws raises $7,900 for Hospice of the East Bay
Most of the money will be donated
to Hospice Rossmoor Respite Fund
By Trish Dickson
Contributing writer
The Sneakers & Paws Walk
for Hospice 2017 was deemed
a great success by walkers
with and without pets. The
day started off on the cool
side, quickly warming with the
sunshine and exuberant participants who walked on the
Creekside Golf Course.
The generous benefit sponsors, Rossmoor Realty, A Bet-
ter Choice Home Care Agency
and Lamorinda Animal Hospital, helped reach the $7,900
raised by the event. Seventy-five percent of the money
raised goes to the Hospice East
Bay Rossmoor Respite Fund
for Rossmoor residents under
Hospice East Bay care and the
balance to Hospice East Bay
general fund.
Friends of Hospice Rossmoor
volunteers covered the many
jobs required for such an event;
however, the volunteers that
“pet-sat” while their owners
registered and picked up coffee
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and shared information. Pets
have only been incorporated
into the Hospice East Bay walk
in the past two years and participants have enjoyed sharing
the event with pets and their
owners.
Friends of Hospice Rossmoor volunteer Bev Meinbress, in her golf cart, supplied
the walkers with a water break
and even provided water bowls
for the pets and treats, along
the course.
The highlight of the day, as
always, was the raffle drawing.
Thanks go out to the generous
and supportive community
businesses who donated the
prizes, ranging from restaurant
gift certificates and fine men’s
clothing merchandise credits
to Rossmoor rounds of golf, including carts.
As always, Hospice East
Bay provided great support
with many staff members
present, including President
and CEO Cindy Hatton, who
never misses an event. Now
into their 40th year of care and
support for Rossmoor residents
and their families, this not-forprofit organization expressed
their gratitude to all the supporters of Hospice East Bay
that took part in this benefit.
Each year Friends of Hospice Rossmoor volunteers
try to find additional ways
to make these benefits more
fun and exciting. New volunteers with fresh ideas are very
much sought after. Volunteers
are the lifelines to keeping the
support for Hospice East Bay
going. To volunteer, call Trish
Dickson at 289-6795.
The next event, a real jewel in
Rossmoor happenings and the
Friends of Hospice Rossmoor’s
largest Hospice East Bay fundraiser, is Art & Wine 2017 on
Sept. 25. Local micro-breweries
will be added, along with extra
special VIP surprises.
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EOP to learn about Counseling Services
The Emergency Preparedness Organization (EPO) will meet on Monday, June 5, at
9:30 a.m. in the Fairway Room at Creekside.
Ann Pagliaro, a social worker with Counseling Services, will talk about the wide-ranging services it offers, particularly as they relate to emergency preparedness.
This may include individual and couples
counseling, family meetings to review longterm care options, support groups, special
events such as women’s and men’s conferences, the Optimum Wellness lecture series
and resource referrals.
Pagliaro joined Counseling Services in
July 1997 and is one of three licensed clinical social workers in the counseling office.
She earned a master’s degree in social welfare
at U.C. Berkeley, specializing in health and
geriatrics.
Her experience includes medical social
work at Stanford Medical Center, home care
social work at the San Francisco Visiting
Nurses’ Association, clinical social work at
the VA mental health unit in Martinez and
a private psychotherapy practice in Walnut
Creek.
In her work at Rossmoor, she has facilitated several support groups that deal with such
things as new residents, bereavement, Alzheimer’s caregivers, stress management and
creative visualization.
She counsels residents who have emotional, physical and behavioral difficulties, and
assists with connecting residents to resources
both within Rossmoor and in the community.
There will be a question and answer session after Pagliaro’s presentation.
EPO is open to membership for any
Rossmoor resident interested in educating
themselves and their neighbors for all types
of emergencies.
For information about EPO, email Secretary Sheila Gorsuch at sgtroodgrouch8@
gmail.com
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Free legal help
offered to residents
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services, with support from the
Rossmoor Fund, offers a free legal clinic for Rossmoor residents
on Wednesday, June 7, in the Mulligan Room at Creekside.
Staff will be available to assist with creating a power of attorney and an advance health care directive as well as filling out
small claims forms, civil lawsuits, obtaining information about
debtor’s rights and elder abuse.
The clinic will not address more complex legal matters, such
as estate planning, taxes and criminal issues.
Residents may be referred to the agency’s office in Concord
for more extensive work, or referred to local agencies or private
attorneys when appropriate.
These services are available by appointment only to Rossmoor
residents; drop-in clients cannot be accommodated.
To schedule a free 30-minute appointment on June 7, call
609-7900.
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services has provided free legal
services to seniors for 40 years. Legal assistance is made available by staff and pro bono volunteers.
For information about Contra Costa Senior Legal Services,
visit its website at www.ccsls.org.
Newcomers invited to meeting on Monday Fourth Mutual seeks candidates
Newcomers will meet on with new residents, volunteers
The program is in its 26th
Monday, June 5, at 1:30 p.m. at
the Dollar Clubhouse.
The speakers will be Avi
Singh, custodial and audio visual services supervisor, and
Sharon Fees, resales/alterations coordinator.
Participants can mingle
and others who have lived
in the community for many
years. Refreshments will be
served.
Newcomers programs are
open to all residents. No reservation is required to attend the
meeting.
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 988-7703.
Mutual 22 holds annual meeting
The board of directors of Mutual 22 will
hold its annual meeting of members on Monday, June 12, at 10 a.m. in Club 22 (4033
Terra Granada Drive).
There is one open board position in this
year’s election, for a three-year term. Director Ping Tse currently holds this position
and will not run for reelection. Mike Kiefer
has volunteered for the board position and
will be appointed during the annual meeting
by acclamation.
T he d i r e ctor s w i l l b e i nt ro duc e d a nd
a n up d a t e o n t h e st a t u s of t h e Mut u a l
w i l l b e p r e s e nt e d . A l l h om e ow n e r s of
Mut u a l 22 a r e c o r d i a l ly i nv it e d t o a ttend. The officer positions for 2017-2018
will be deter m ined following the general
meeting.
For more information, contact the Board
Office at 988-7718.
Women’s Conference set for Tuesday
Continued from page 1A
“Miss Representation,” will
be shown in Peacock Hall
on Wednesday, June 7, from
1:2:30 p.m. Women who attend
the Women’s Conference and
other residents are invited to
see the free film.
“Miss Representation” exposes how mainstream media
and culture contribute to the
under-representation of women in positions of power and
Reduce clutter
to prevent fires
• Piles of papers, boxes and
excess furniture may make
it hard to get out of a smokefilled room in case of a fire.
• The same clutter can
make it hard for the fire department to locate residents
and may endanger the firefighters’ lives as well.
• In case of a fire, the more
“stuff ” lying around (combustibles) the more fuel for
the fire to spread.
• Rossmoor’s Mutuals inspect units and if dangerous
clutter is found, Mutual representatives will help get it
removed. The Mutual will
deal with it for those who
cannot do so in order to keep
everyone safe.
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and Nancy Pelosi.
Tickets to the Women’s
Conference are $25 and are
available from the Recreation
Department at Gateway. For
information, call Counseling
Services at 988-7750.
Fourth Walnut Creek Mutual seeks candidates for two
directors to serve a threeyear term. Incumbents Sheldon Schwartz and Jerome
Neuman will run again.
Any members in good
standing who want to submit
their names for membership
on the board should contact
Board Services Coordinator
Anne Paone at 988-7775 in
the Mutuals’ Board Office at
Gateway by noon on June 21.
Each candidate must submit a written notice of intent
to run. The statement should
be no more than 300 words
and should express the candidate’s qualifications and
interest in serving on the
board.
The winning candidates
will be seated at the annual
meeting of Fourth Mutual on
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GRF Board meeting
GRF Board looks at traffic study
Continued from page 1A
utes reviewing the high points,
but took no action.
The 90-page study stops
short of calling for traffic signals. But, it does suggest the
installation of attention-grabbing f lashing beacons in
crosswalks, such as those on
Stanley Dollar Drive. These
would be put in the intersection of Tice Creek Drive
and Oakmont Drive and
Rossmoor Parkway and Tice
Creek Drive.
The recommendations also
call for a reconfiguration of
lanes at the entrance gate, the
addition of golf cart lanes,
raised crosswalks, curb extensions, median strips, rumble
strips and better signage along
with the addition or removal of
crosswalks.
The most expensive projects
are slated for phase three and
total $934,180.
These projects include
$500,000 for improvements
to Golden Rain Road at Tice
Creek Drive and at upper/
lower Golden Rain Road;
$200,000 for improvements to
Rossmoor Parkway at Stanley
Dollar Drive and Tice Creek
Drive; and $174,000 for improvements to Tice Creek
Drive at Rockledge Lane and
Rossmoor Parkway.
Chris D. Kinzel, vice president of TJKM, said he recommends the least expensive
improvements be made first.
There is no proposed timeline.
One constraint the consultant had to deal with was
how fast vehicles can travel
on Rossmoor streets. He said
that the speed limit can’t be
increased from the 25 mph
it is now because then golf
carts wouldn’t be allowed on
streets.
More Board
news on
11A and 12A
“What percentage of vehicles a day observe the speed
limit? Forty percent,” Kinzel
said. “Not a lot of people pay
attention to the speed limit.
Most vehicles are driven 28 to
38 mph. … Some vehicles go
up to 55 mph.”
Kinzel recommends that,
where possible, golf cart
lanes be added to the roadway
by shrinking the traffic lane,
for example. The golf cart
lane could be painted green
to give it high visibility, he
said. He also recommended
reconfiguring and adding better signage at the entrance to
Rossmoor so it’s less confusing to motorists.
The Board spent 20 minutes
questioning the consultant and
decided to put off further discussion until later. Board mem-
Board Actions
bers will give their questions
to Dennis Bell, Public Safety
Following are the actions taken by the GRF Board at
manager, and he will forward
its regular meeting on May 25:
them to the consultant.
1. Approved the Compensation Committee’s recomDirectors asked about raised
mendation that the Board affirm the current compensasidewalks and crosswalks,
tion management system.
curb extensions and enforce2. Approved the Compensation Committee’s recomment of traffic laws. Bell said
mendation
to create a base wage increase budget prinextra staff would be needed
ciple.
if the Board wants to enforce
3. Approved the Compensation Committee’s recomtraffic rules.
mendation to create and fund a merit increase pool.
Drought-tolerant
4. Approved the Compensation Committee’s recomlandscape plan
mendation to create and fund a contingency increase
In other business, the Board
pool.
talked about how to develop a
drought-tolerant landscape de5. Accepted TJKM Traffic Engineering Consultants
sign template. The low bid on
report on changes to improve traffic/pedestrian safety
the landscape design proposal
in Rossmoor, but no action was taken.
was $110,660 or $74,890 for a
6. Approved Board representative and Board comreduced scope.
mittee appointments, as recommended by the president,
CEO Tim O’Keefe recomfor one-year terms, effective immediately.
mended scuttling the idea. In7. Approved a mission statement for the Ad Hoc Techstead, he suggested the Board
nology Committee, which will be formed to develop a
focus on a landscape plan for
strategic five-year plan for GRF technology.
what is probably Rossmoor’s
8. Adopted a Mechanics Ban k Cor poration ban kmost prominent corner – Golding resolution authorizing the GRF Board officers, the
en Rain Road and Rossmoor
CEO and the CFO to sign and act on behalf of the orParkway. It’s also the site of
ganization.
Rossmoor’s only remaining
9. Due to the high cost, the Boa rd voted against a
golden rain tree.
drought-tolerant landscape design template for areas
Due to the drought, irrigation
of the golf course bordering residential housing that
water had been turned off at the
might be taken out of the regular irrigation pattern in
intersection and some of the
the future. Approved staff’s recommendation to spend
grass died. O’Keefe said Landup to $10,000 to improve the landscaping at the corner
scape Manager Rebecca Pollon
of Golden Rain Road and Rossmoor Parkway.
could design a plan for the cor10. Voted against the recommendation for a trail sysner for $10,000. The Board aptem
that networks the Foundation’s and the Mutuals’
proved that recommendation.
small
pocket parks, also due to the high cost.
Director Les Birdsall said,
“I do not want us to forget we
need a landscape plan for all of rum, representatives of the
clubs that use Gateway hobby
GRF.”
shops asked the Board to conResidents’ Forum
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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.
Thursday, May 18
Theft: A contractor reported about 20 gallons of gas was
siphoned out of a service truck
parked overnight on Cactus
Court, Entry 1.
Saturday May 20
Civil: A resident parked a
car in a golf cart space at the
Event Center at about 12:20
p.m. Another resident came
into the Event Center and used
“aggressive” language about
parking in a golf cart space.
A “harassing” note was also
found on the car. The vehicle
owner was advised to call Walnut Creek Police.
Monday, May 22
Fire: At about 4:35 p.m.,
there was a report of a vehicle fire at the intersection of
Tice Creek Drive and Leisure
Lane. A bag of clothes had
caught fire in the bed of a pickup truck. The owner put out
the fire prior to the arrival of
Securitas officers and the fire
department.
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
11A
Resident’s
car window
smashed
All wearing matching T-shirts and speaking during the Residents’ Forum at the GRF Board meeting last Thursday, from left,
Carol Lehr, Anne Shulenberger, Pat Solari and Gabby Miller, asked that the Board budget money to make improvements in
the arts and crafts studios at Gateway.
Residents ask Board to renovate
Gateway hobby shops in 2018
Continued from page 10A
sider studio renovations for the
2018 capital projects budget.
Anne Shulenberger, vice
president of the Ceramics
Art Club, said, “This is our
third year of asking for a
remodel of the visual arts
studios here at Gateway. …
We really need more space,
which we’re certain would
be accomplished by a wellthought out model.”
Carol Lehr, president of
the Lapidary and Jewelry
Club, said, “The Lapidary
Studio is an important part of
Rossmoor and is a major sell-
ing point to many who decide
to relocate here.”
Pat Solari, president of the
Rossmoor Art Association
and the Visual Arts Modernization Project Committee,
said, “We felt it was time to
resurface and make sure we
don’t get overlooked.”
Holly Oddson, of the Sewing Arts Club, said, “The
Sewing Studio needs to be
updated and brought into the
21st century.” Gaby Miller, a
Ceramic Arts Club member,
said, “We’re a very active studio. You don’t walk by and see
it empty.”
What’s happening
in Walnut Creek
Walnut Creek City Councilwoman Cindy Silva made
a brief presentation, bringing
the Board up to date on happenings in the city, including
the hiring of a new city manager, Dan Buckshi, who will
start in August.
Ninety percent of the people who responded to a recent
survey reported they rate as
excellent living and working in
Walnut Creek, she said. Their
concerns were over traffic and
the affordability of housing in
the community.
Councilwoman Cindy Silva
gave the Board an update on
what is going on in the city of
Walnut Creek.
The recycling facility on Rockview Drive at the corporation yard is open Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; closed
Sundays and holidays. Residents can call 1-800-449-7587 to schedule the collection of hazardous waste directly from their homes.
Prescription drug and sharps drop-off boxes are located at Gateway between the Library and the Oak Room.
Her Lexus is only a yearand-a-half old, but in that short
time the car has been damaged
twice in Rossmoor parking
lots. The first time was a couple of months ago when the car
was parked at Gateway. Someone put a long white scratch
along the side of the car.
The latest damage will cost
the resident a lot more money
and she will have to rent a car
until it is repaired.
On May 11, the resident was
parked on the pool side of the
Dollar parking lot from 5:30
to 7:30 p.m. while she went
swimming. When she returned
to her car, the rear window had
been smashed and the screen
had been ripped.
She called Walnut Creek
Police and the officer taking
the report suspected that the
window had been hit with a
golf ball, although the ball was
not in site.
The resident is out her deductible and the cost of a rental
car. She thought it would have
been nice if the perpetrator
had left a note.
Residents who cause damage to others’ vehicle in
Rossmoor parking lots should
leave a note with contact information.
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Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
GRF Board meeting
GRF Board approves employee
compensation philosophy for 2018
At the GRF Board meeting on May 25, the GRF
Board reaffirmed the Golden Rain Foundation employee compensation philosophy
and Compensation Management Structure (CMS) that
was approved June 29, 2011.
In support of the CMS, the
Board will establish three
distinct pools of money in
2018 available for distribution to employees.
The three pools will be a
base pool, a merit pool and a
discretionary pool.
1) A cost of living adjustment pool (base pool) is for
eligible employees attaining at least an overall “satisfactory” rating as determined on an objective performance evaluation for the
prior year and not subject to
discipline or performance
improvement shall be eligible for a cost-of-living wage
increase from this pool.
2) Employees who are
not subject to discipline or
performance improvement
and who have demonstrated exemplary performance
during the year are eligible
to receive money from the
merit pool.
3) The contingency pool
is an amount that may be
used by the CEO to increase
wages for employees who
have fallen below the wage
floor for their position, and/
or to provide for unanticipated costs, such as those
associated with hirings, pro-
$30
News photos by Mike DiCarlo
GRF Director Les Birdsall, who is also chairman of the Compensation Committee, made a presentation on the committee’s recommendations for employee compensation at the
GRF Board meeting May 25.
motions or transfers during
the fiscal year.
Another recommendation
made by the committee approved by the Board was to
establish a budget principle
for the 2018 budget, assuming a wage increase amount
equivalent to the CPI-U published by the Federal Bureau
of Labor Statistics for the San
Francisco Bay Area, for the
most recent 12-month period
ending April 30, 2018. This
would be used to fund a pool
for wage increases during the
budget year to be referred to
as a base pool.
The Board also approved
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the committee’s recommendation that $70,000 be included in the 2018 budget
to be used by the CEO to
recognize and reward eligible employees not subject to
discipline or performance
improvement plans who
demonstrated exemplary
performance during the budget year, as evidenced by an
objective performance evaluation, subject to applicable
wage caps established by the
CMS.
Finally, the Board approved the committee’s
recommendation to include
$15,000 in the 2018 budget.
GRF continues to have
favorable operating results
By Mary Neff
GRF treasurer
For the month of April, GRF operating results were $60,000
favorable to budget. Total revenues were under budget by
$32,000 and total expenses were over budget by $92,000. Cumulative for the first four months of the year, revenues were
under budget by $76,000 and expenses were below budget by
$185,000, for a combined positive cumulative variance for
the year-to-date of $109,000. All amounts are rounded to the
nearest thousand for this report.
Revenues
The most significant revenue variance was a $25,000 deficit in golf revenue for the month.
Expenses
Variances from budgeted expenses for the month included
surpluses in salaries and employee expenses and maintenance
supplies of $ 51,000 and $27,000 and a deficit of $17,000 in
professional/legal services.
Trust Estate Fund
There were 53 sales in April 2017, including 42 sales that paid
a membership transfer fee for the Trust Estate Fund. One nonsale transaction also paid a fee for a total of 43 paid memberships
generating $387,000 compared to 43 membership fees received
in April 2016 generating $387,000. As of May 15, there have
been 14 membership fees received during the month and there
are about 78 pending escrows.
Total expenditures for the month were $693,000 including
$354,000 for the Del Valle renovation project, $183,000 in machinery and equipment and $136,000 in debt service.
AARP Smart Driver
Course offered in June
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
class will be offered on Tuesdays, June 20 and 27, from
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
To receive the certificate of
completion, each participant
must attend all four hours on
day one, plus all four hours on
day two. At the end of day two
instruction, allow an additional 15 to 20 minutes for distribution of certificates.
A 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, June 23, from 12:30 to 5
p.m.
The classes will be taught in
Multipurpose Room 3 at Gateway.
The cost is $15 for AARP
members and $20 for nonmembers.
Residents must sign up in
person in the Recreation Department at Gateway prior
to Saturday, June 17, for the
eight-hour class and prior to
Tuesday, June 20, for the refresher class.
Payments must be made by
check only when signing up
for the class. All students are
required to bring their driver’s
licenses to the class.
Classes are limited to 20
students and registration is on
a first-come, first-served basis.
For personal comfort, students
are advised to bring a light
sweater or jacket, as the room
temperature can fluctuate. Students may also wish to bring
along water and a light snack.
Members of AARP must
bring proof of membership
when signing up. For information, call Leslie DeWolf at
988-7766.
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Talk Of
Rossmoor
Bob Lee turns 100 in June.
Bob Lee
Celebrates a
Big Birthday
in June
Robert P. Lee is celebrating his 100th birthday
this June year. He has enjoyed a long, productive
and well-lived life and still
lives at Waterford.
He was born in Chicago,
Ill., June 19, 1917. He has
memories of lamp lighters in the early evening
lighting up the city and
of riding in horse-drawn
carriages that still greatly
outnumbered automobiles.
In the 1920s, his father decided that the gangster era
in Chicago was no place
to raise a family, so they
headed to the West Coast
in their Wills St. Claire automobile. Bob remembers
passing Mt. Rushmore,
still under construction,
and watching the workmen
dangle as they carved into
the cliffs.
The Lees ultimately
settled in the small seaside town of Ventura, Calif., where Bob lived until
leaving for college. Unfortunately, the Great Depression took its toll on family
finances, leaving Bob, at
age 13 to help support the
family by whatever means
he could. With perseverance, he picked up jobs in
the oil fields, washed dishes and pumped gas, while
his mother took in boarders at their two-bedroom
home. After graduating
from Ventura High at the
age of 15, he attended the
local junior college, then
proceeded to UC Berkeley
and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism
in 1938. In 1939 he entered Stanford’s graduate
school of business, which,
at the time consisted of one
small building. Two years
later, he received his MBA
with the class of 1941.
After the beginning of
WWII, Lee joined the U.S.
Navy and was stationed
at Pearl Harbor, where he
Continued on page 31A
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Rossmoor Meetings
BOARD, MUTUAL AND COMMITTEE
MEETING DATES
All Golden Rain Foundation, Mutual and committee meetings listed here are open to Rossmoor residents. Meeting times
and locations are subject to change. For information on GRF
Board meetings, call Senior Manager of Executive Services
Paulette Jones at 988-7711; for information on Third Mutual
meetings, call William Kim at 988-7718; and for information
on all other Mutual meetings, call Anne Paone at 988-7775.
June 2: First Mutual Landscape Committee..........11 a.m.
Multipurpose Room 1, Gateway
June 6: GRF Policy Committee............................1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 8: Aquatics Advisory Committee.................1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 9: Golf Advisory Committee............................ 9 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 12: Mutual 68 annual meeting........................... 3 p.m.
Fireside Room, Gateway
June 13: Third Mutual annual meeting..................... 9 a.m.
Fireside Room, Gateway
June 13: GRF Board mid-month meeting.................. 9 a.m.
Peacock Hall, Gateway
June 14: Fitness Center Advisory Committee.......9:30 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 14: Mutual 48 board........................................... 2 p.m.
Mutual Operations meeting room
June 15: Second Mutual board................................... 9 a.m.
Peacock Hall, Gateway
June 15: Third Mutual reserve study........................10 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 16: Mutual 70 annual meeting..........................10 a.m.
Fireside Room, Gateway
June 16: Fifth Mutual annual meeting.....................11 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 19: Mutual 29 board.......................................9:30 a.m.
Multipurpose Room 3, Gateway
June 19: Mutual 8 board............................................. 1 p.m.
Multipurpose Room 3, Gateway
June 19: Fourth Mutual board...............................1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 23: Third Mutual Building Maintenance.........10 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 23: First Mutual board......................................11 a.m.
Donner Room, Event Center
June 26:Mutual 68 board........................................... 1 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 27: GRF Finance Committee............................. 9 a.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 27: Mutual 61 board........................................... 2 p.m.
Fairway Room, Creekside
June 27: Third Mutual Governing Documents......... 1 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
June 29:GRF Board meeting..................................... 9 a.m.
Peacock Hall, Gateway
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Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Rossmoor Fund annual report is good reading
Rossmoor Fund thanks 2016 donors
By Ellen Gilman
Fund correspondent
Does anyone actually read
annual reports – those yearly reports that businesses and
nonprofits distribute describing activities and finances for
the previous fiscal year? The
Rossmoor Fund board is hoping that Rossmoor residents
will read its annual report. For
that reason, the board is making it more interesting than
most.
Rossmoor Fund board members are aware that all those
financial numbers can cause
readers’ eyes to glass over. So,
the listing of 2016 Rossmoor
Fund donors in this issue of
the Rossmoor News is accompanied by photos and quotes
from some of the donors.
The 2016 Annual Report,
in its entirety, is posted on the
Rossmoor Fund website, www.
rossmoorfund.org. A hard copy
is available from the Rossmoor
Fund board as well. In addition
to the all-important numbers,
i.e., donors, the 2016 balance
sheet and the 2016 profit and
loss statement, the Annual
Report includes the Fund’s
mission statement, highlights
of the year’s charitable and
educational accomplishments
in support of this community,
a thank-you and statement of
commitment from the president, names of the board of
directors and vehicles through
which residents and clubs can
contribute.
Transparency is important
to the Rossmoor Fund board
of directors. The Fund’s assets,
liabilities and equity are listed
in the Annual Report. Information can also be found there
about contributions, as well
as awards and grant amounts,
fundraising and overhead expenses. Readers will notice
that administrative and fundraising expenses are kept low
and most are covered by contributions from board members. The website offers other
particulars about the Rossmoor
Fund, too, such as grant guidelines and tax matters.
Whether it’s through emergency grants to individuals,
one on one free legal services, respite for caregivers,
food gift cards from Safeway,
education on a timely subject
or free medical alert systems,
the Rossmoor Fund helps
hundreds of Rossmoor neighbors annually. A grant recipient has written to the Fund’s
board “I’m amazed by your
kindness!” It is obvious from a
reading of the Annual Report
and the donor list that kindness
is, in fact, a trait of the whole
Rossmoor community.
Thanks to Rossmoor
Fund donors 2016
$5,000 to $9,999
Lee and Shirley Griffey
Smith Family Trust
$2,000 to $4,999.99
Anonymous
$100 to $499.99
Anonymous (13)
AAA Water Systems, Inc.
Fabienne D. Alexander
Connie L Anderson
Gertrud Trudie Anderson
Joanne Anderson
Apple User Group of Rossmoor
Ashby Lumber - Concord
James and Stephanie Asker
The Backman Family
Helen Baldwin
Susan and Barrett Baskin
Bathcrest of Alameda County
Cheryl Beach
Jack and Mary Bell
Marilyn Beller
Bill Lee’s LTK Group
Bradley Brin
Mervin Brown
Stephen and Anne Bruenn
Lee and George Burnett
Jane F. Burnson
Susan and Darrell Cannon
Charles R. Carmichael
Betty Case
Sandra Maria Cavallo
Barbara Champion
Susie Chiang
Chinese-American Association of Rossmoor
Rossmoor Lawn Bowling Club
Rossmoor Table Tennis Club
Second Tuesday Luncheon Club
Edwin and Shirley Cohen
Toby and Robert Cowen
Susan Frances Crist
Marnie Powell: “It’s with great Frances R. Darnley
pleasure and confidence that Cal Darrow
I contribute to the Rossmoor
Fund because I know my contribution will be well spent on
behalf of the organizations and
residents of Rossmoor.”
Boomers Forever Club
Kenneth and Susan Gundry
Patsy P.H. Peng
H.C. and Bung Fung Torng
U.S. Bank
$1,000 to $1,999.99
Anonymous (2)
Sue DiMaggio Adams
William O. Anderson
Berkshire Hathaway Home
Services
Celeste Chin
Computer Club of Rossmoor
Davis Home Pros
Constance Davis-Huedepohl
Duo Club of Rossmoor
Stephanie J. Hayes
Paul and Patricia Holland
Howard and Sharon Hoyt
Robert and Lynda Korsan
Alice Lau
Topper Lundbeck
Tom and Diane Mader
Celia J. Mason
Camille Rosati Pennix
Marnie Powell
Michael and Betty Rosenheimer
$500 to $999.99
Anonymous
Barbara S Antebi and Noel F
Danto
Leslie and Sharon Birdsall
Elizabeth S. Bowles
Kathy Chao
C.K. and Rosalind Chow
The Italian-American Club
Wendy Ferrari
Jerome N Groark
Mary Hufford
Lions Club of Rossmoor
Lynn Lively and Nathan Roundy
Linda M. Loveall
Tim O’Keefe
Judy Olson
Patrick and Shirley Campbell
Foundation
Valerie Petersen
Jeanne Rasmussen
Nancy Richardson
Rossmoor Activities Council
Rossmoor Wine and Food Society
Charles A. Sanderson
Richard and Linda Scheffer
Silicon Valley Paving, Inc. Todd Slyngstael
Judith Sweet and Gene Friedlander
Reta J. Wilcox
Jackie Worthington
Alice Lau
Mary Sue Zimmerman, at her
volunteer job at the Spotlight:
“For me it is an opportunity to
help others in my own neighborhood. Rossmoor is such
an extraordinary community.
It is easy to forget that some
residents are living on very
strict budgets.”
Democrats of Rossmoor
Louise Dibble
Bill and Wendy Dorband
Susan and Michael Dougherty
Drama Association of Rossmoor
Bernadette Dugan
Martha E. Echols
Pat and Les Edwards
Roger and Emily Ehm
Susanne Eldridge
Meriel R. Ennik
Chris Flesuras
Janet L. Flint
Lynne and Mark Forrette
Margaret L. Fox
Thomas E. and Jeri D. Fraser
Susan Miller French
News photos by Mike DiCarlo
Topper Lundbeck: “I love my home in Rossmoor and I’m happy
I can help others in my community.”
Murray S. Garber
Richard and Suzanne Gerson
Jacqueline C. Giffin
James P. Comerford and Ellen
Gilman
Eyrekr B Ginn
Robert P. Gledhill
Suzanne Gold
Golden State Club of Rossmoor
Judith A. Gordon
Jackie and Nik Grant
Barry and Marsha Grossberg
Bob and Lynne Grotz
Rosalie Mary Grupenhoff
Agustin Gurule and Judith M.
Maynard
Lois LaShell and Alan Guskin
Dr. Peter and Susan Haikalis
Barbara Blum and Ken Haley
Carol M. Hall
Roger A Hall
Mary Jane Hargrove
Harmony, A Women’s Vocal
Ensemble
G. Thomas and Kathleen M.
Harrick
Elaine and Mike Harris
Susan Hart
Lucille (Joyce) Hazard
Marc Herbert
Elaine Highiet
Hillendale Home Care
Doug and Pam Hipsley
The Home Source Co., Inc./
Bay Home and Window
Mary M. Hook
Shing Yi and Carrie Huang
Ruth Huffman
Japanese-American Club
Jemico LLC/Renewal by
Andersen
William and Jane Kadner
Bruce Kaufman and Nancy
Gilbert
Keeping Fit in Rossmoor
Larry and Ann Keiffer
Patrick and Lea Kelly
Sally Ann Kennedy
David and Gloria Kern
J. Howie and Jane C. King
William Kleeman
Mary M. Koch
Ruth E. Koehler
Kit Miller and Dean Kriens
Paul and Connie Lazarus
Janet Leask
Ardean M. Lehnus
Roberta Lemons
Donald J. Liddle
Bill and Marilyn Logan
Mark Lynch
Barbara McDowell and Lloyd
S. MacDonald
Stanley and Janet Maleski
Peggy Martinez
Marilyn Mason
Gray and Addie Mattox
Robert and Geri May
Claire Mayers
Janet McCardle
Sheron A. McCormick
Linda H. McFarland
Beverly C. Meinbress
Sue C. and Ralph Meinert
Ruth Merrifield
Mike Pierce Painting
Mid Valley Brokers, Inc.
Doris L. Miller
Edwin L. and Berta M. Minnick
Judith W. Morris
Kathleen A. Moschel
Carol A. Moyes
Catherine M. Myers
National Council of Jewish
Women
Joyce D. Niebur
NorCal Countertops East Bay,
Inc./Granite Transformations
Maureen A. O’Rourke
Opera Club of Rossmoor
Janet Oppenheimer
ORT America, Rossmoor
Chapter
John Ostrowski
Dian Overly
Mr. and Mrs. E. James Owens
Lamorinda Floors
Lois D. Packer
Richard and Joan Pancoast
Elita M. Park
Richard Barend Paul
Robert and Laverne Pedersen
Janice Perez
Pete and Karen Peterson
Barbara B. Phillips
Joseph and Shondell Potozkin
Jessie Prater
Barbara B. Pratt
Gerald and Juanita Priebat
Virginia Rawson
Robert and Dorothea Ray
ReBath by Schicker
Diane Reilly
Donna C. Reynolds
Donna Rhodes
Richard Pearson and Jean Hart
Maria Rieger
Doris M. Ringot
Robineve Interiors
Connie Rogers
Jan Rosefield
John and Flo Rosenberg
Rossmoor Ceramic Arts Club
Rossmoor Line Dance
Rossmoor Pickleball Club
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Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Rossmoor residents have been generous to Rossmoor Fund
Continued from page 14A
Rossmoor Quilters
Rossmoor Realty/John and
Barbara Russell
Rossmoor Tennis Club
Study Groups of Rossmoor
Larry E. Ruff
Michael A. Sabol
Sunday Salon
John P. Saunders
Lee Scher
Thelma Schiller
George L. Schindler
Marvin and Rochelle Schulman
Judith and Dorothy Schumacher-Jennings
Richard and Sheila Schuman
Barbara Schwartz
Screens of Northern California
Jean and William Selbach
Beverly Edwards and Charles
Shaddle
Gwendolyn Shavers
Mary Ann Shields
George Shimizu and Mary Takai
St. Anne’s Society of the Church of St. Anne
Mary Alice Stadum
Karolyn Rim Stein
G. Karla Steiner
Annette E. Stiefbold
Daryl and Roger Svoboda
Donald and Susan Swartz
Synergy Enterprises
Sally G. Taylor
The Ashmolean Singers
Jeanne Thomas Douglas and
Gail Todoroff
Grete M. Trulock
Unitarian Universalist Society
of Rossmoor
Valley Glass Company
Jeanine Vandaveer
Mary Vietti
Cassandra H. Warren
Clair and Joan Weenig
Mitzi Weinberg
Taryn K. Wells
Carla Winter-Evans
Timothy J. Wise
Claire Levine Wolfe
Nancy and Jack Woodland
Carol Worthington
Christopher and Susan Yahng
Lily Yang
Mike and Eppie Ying
Mary Sue Zimmerman
$50 to $99.99
Anonymous (10)
Acme Home Elevator, Inc.
Marinela Aguas
Amy Pitt and Jim Anderson
Kerin Baker
Elliot Barenbaum
Bath Fitter Northern California
Suzanne Baxter
Lisa Behar
Betty Bell
Patricia B. Best
James T. Black
B. J. Boone
Ed and Linda Boule
Breedlove Insurance Services
Kay Brezinsky
Ann M. Cantrell
Nanwei Cao
Mariann Carlin
Carrasco Construction Inc
Henry H Chen
Clean Air HVAC, Inc.
Flight Attendant Club
Collective Enterprises, Inc./
Sola-Brite
Yvette and Harvey Consor
Linda Cribbs
Custom Exteriors, Inc.
Cathy Daniels
Christine L. Dastous
Elena and Dmitriy Doronkin
Marion Dow
Claudia Edwards
Lynn Lively: “I give to honor
my mother, who was lucky to
have a teacher’s pension, and
to honor neighbors who, like
her, have been responsible in
planning for their retirement
but now need help facing unexpected expenses.”
Penny Itner: “I grew up in a
neighborhood where people
helped each other get through
difficult circumstances. The
Rossmoor Fund reminds me
of my old neighborhood. I feel
good knowing I am helping my
Rossmoor neighbors when
they need some help.”
Pauline and Robert Elgie
Helen Field
Galen Friend/Soultime
Julie Germain
Luciano Giampa
Gil’s Carpets, Inc.
Gordon Photography
GOSOLARPROS
Kimberly and Thomas Guay
Nan H. Gwynne
Ryan C. Higgins
Hire My Husband, LLC
Susan Hochschild
Mary Sue Hutchins
Patricia Hyde
Penny L. Ittner
Joan and Gary Grealis
Barbara Jordan
Patricia Kasavan
Donna Kaulkin
HongJin Kim and Kyung Sook
Kim
Beverly P. Kivel
Barbara S. Langerman
John Lee
Zida G. Levy
Lifestyle Color Consulting LLC
Louise D. Lyons-Gigliotti
Anna Mattos
Maxine Christison Interior
Design
Barbara J. Messmore
Jan Muller
Harold and Rosalind Murray
John H. Nutley
Gloria Obstfeld
Robert G. Oliver
Tina and Robert Parrish
Paws Purrfect, Inc./Denise
Christopher
Bobbie Rabinowitz
Margaret Ready
Ronald E. Reece
Rossmoor Stitchers
Elizabeth A. Sanders
Maureen Sansevero
Helene W. Schneider
Mildred Schneidman
Marilyn Shapiro
Carolyn and Richard Sheridan
Bruce Smiley
Allen and Patricia Smith
Marjorie L. Snyder
Matthew S. Splivalo
Nancie Straub
David and Judith Tedesco
The Gal on the Move
Todd M. Harris/Todd’s Shutters
Adam and Keren Torman
Annie Toy
Transforming Homes, LLC/
Gotcha Covered
USA Bath Cal Remodeling Inc
Veris Eastbay HomeCare, LLC
Welcome Building Maintenance
Robert G. Wilson
Bill and Flora Wollman
Beatrice Wong
Barbara Yost
Ilse Zubak
$25 to $49.99
Anonymous (10)
Regina Aguas
James Barry
D. P. Barth
David C. Bonde
Jean R. Brown
Carol Caputo and Richard
Schlenker
David J. Caron
Susan J. Clark
Gloria J Corda
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IS AN ACCESS CONTROL
SYSTEM REALLY NEEDED?
Thanks to the News for the thorough story on the
GRF Board’s discussion for a new access control
system. We wonder if this is a solution in search of
a problem and whether there really are huge numbers of non-residents using Rossmoor facilities. At
least three Board members questioned the need for
this system and their points were well taken.
Is there data supporting this supposed need or are
they anecdotal reports? Why would renters need to
pay additional fees to use facilities when the owner
of the residence they are renting is already paying
the facility-use fee in the coupon?
We have owned our unit for over two years and
have no plans to rent our unit. However, we do have
some experience with the issue of non-resident usage of facilities. We are at the younger end of the
Rossmoor age spectrum and have had a few interesting experiences over the past two years. At least
twice, people have approached the front desk at the
Fitness Center to inquire why we are using the facilities because we could not possibly be residents.
The staff suggested we wear ID cards while at the
center to diffuse this concern.
While attending movies we have been given the
fish eye as if to ask how we get to take up a seat in
the theater. These are all innocent experiences, but
may be just the type of situation that leads to anecdotes about all the “non-residents” using Rossmoor
facilities.
It would be best if real data could be gathered to assess the need before setting up a somewhat convoluted
and expensive identification system for all of us.
Jeri and Tom Fraser
Pine Knoll Drive
At Wit’s End
Follow Directions?
By Tom Mader
any years ago I attempted
to make a chocolate cream
pie. The crust had already
been made by my mother and I had
to finish by melting a large bar of
chocolate that would serve as the
main part of the pie. My mother
hadn’t asked me to finish the pie for her. I decided to
do this so I could say, in the more sophisticated lan-
M
rewards. Let’s support the good contractors who
benefit all of us by investing in our properties. Well
cared for condos and co-ops insure a better future
for Rossmoor residents.
I do so thank Anne List (Residents’ Forum, May
Linda Sterling
17, “Don’t Spray When Pool Is Open”) for pointing
Skycrest Drive
out how she prefers not to be sprayed with toxic
pesticides while in Dollar pool.
ACTS OF HATE
Nobody needs garden spray or any other odors in
the air and likely the roses prefer holistic alternative
Stealing is illegal and a hate crime is an offense
medicine as well. Can it be suggested that people also to the soul. I’ve lived in Rossmoor for a short time
stop using sprays of fragrances to pools and public and in less than eight weeks two handmade decoraplaces. The fragrances in colognes, perfumes, hair tive items with my condo number have been stolen
spray, deodorants, sun protection and even laundry from my front porch (I made a second one after the
detergents are made up with hundreds of toxic chem- first one disappeared), along with my nameplate
icals that are affecting many of us and especially the being pried off my mailbox! Why would someone
people using them. They are similar to pesticides.
want my house number or nameplate?
We have many ailments like fatigue, lack of coThe opinion of the Walnut Creek Police is that it
ordination and balance, limited focus, allergies, could be a hate crime where I am targeted because
migraines and even depression from toxic chemi- I have a religious item on my doorpost (that is only
cals. How about we all buy fragrance-free as soon visible if you are standing right at the door) and
as possible? If any of us are non-believers, there above my door is a word in another language that
are hundreds of articles and research on dangers of means “peace” and “welcome.” The nameplate had
fragrances. Check Google. How can we arrange to to be removed with a tool and force because of the
have signs asking residents and guests not to apply adhesive used to secure it; it could not fall off or
fresh personal products with fragrances in public just be pulled off. The decorative item sat on a little
places and suggest this health consideration con- outdoor table and was just taken.
cept for all the community?
How is one to respond to these acts of meanness
Daliya Robson and disregard for others and their property, religious
Golden Rain Road beliefs and sense of security in Rossmoor? As the
ROSSMOOR NEEDS TO
BE FRAGRANCE-FREE
police officer said, “Hell! This is Rossmoor!” And
the Rossmoor security guard said, “You should not
Kudos to the Rossmoor Recreation Department have to hide your religion!” They both agree the
for putting on a wonderful Greek Festival. The mu- thief is someone who lives in the building or very
sic was great and the Greek food delicious. Special close by and should be aware surveillance is watchEvents Coordinator Brian Pennebaker and Anna ing! People move to Rossmoor for a variety of reaPomazanova looked great in their togas. It was fun sons; I thought safety and security was one of them.
Sandra Taradash
seeing people dancing and having such a good time.
Avenida Sevilla
Jane Durie
Autumnwood Drive
WONDERFUL GREEK FESTIVAL
WHY ROSSMOOR NEEDS
INVESTOR-CONTRACTORS
Rossmoor is aging and so are our owners. Many
of them are at a point where they need to move on.
If residents have not upgraded their homes along
the way, they may have a difficult time finding a
buyer in today’s market. Buyers typically do not
want to take on the process of a major renovation.
Most buyers want a unit that is pristine and perfect.
So who is going to do this? A licensed general
contractor experienced in the rules of Rossmoor. A
contractor will invest in a property, do all the work,
sell it and in the process make a profit. This eliminates all the headaches for the incoming buyer(s).
They know what they are getting. They know what
it will cost. They can finance the improvements (if
they want) in this scenario.
If a buyer purchases a unit in poor condition, the
buyer will need to hire a contractor to do all the improvements. The buyer as the owner pays out of pocket
for everything done and has the risk of any problems
or delays. The buyer might have to wait to inhabit the
unit while it is being renovated, which can mean extra
expenses. The difference is who takes the risk.
We need good investor-contractors to take on
the challenges that most buyers don’t want. Buyers
prefer to move in, unpack and go play. The contractor’s reward will be determined by the costs and by
the market. We should not begrudge them their just
guage of a teen-ager (16), “What a good boy am I.”
Recipes surely were easy to follow for anyone
who could read and who possessed common sense.
There were a variety of ways to make chocolate
melt, one of which involved the use of a double boiler. But I have to admit I didn’t know what a double boiler was. I assumed it was a pot that was two
times the size of an ordinary pot.
I checked the recipe book to learn how to complete
the pie. The directions were painfully simple – too
simple, as I discovered. Here was the relevant line:
Melt a large bar of chocolate over boiling water. It did
not say how much water to boil, but common sense
guided me in choosing the right amount of water.
When it comes to cooking and baking, most
people treat a recipe as if it were a commandment
SNEAKERS & PAWS 2017
THANKS
Friends of Hospice Rossmoor would like to send
a heartfelt thanks to the many people who made
our Walk for Hospice East Bay a great event again
this year! Our sponsors, Rossmoor Realty, A Better
Choice Home Care Agency and Lamorinda Animal
Hospital gave us a great hand up toward its success.
The support from the Hospice East Bay staff
was wonderful and the generous people and businesses who donated raffle prizes brought lots of
smiles to happy winners. We are grateful to see the
businesses that Rossmoor residents frequent giving
back to our community. We are also thankful to be
a part of the Rossmoor community, a community
that cares about others.
Seventy-five percent of our total raised, just under $8,000, stays right here in Rossmoor, providing
respite support for Rossmoor residents under Hospice East Bay Care. The balance helps Hospice East
Bay in providing support and care for families and
patients in the general community.
Fresh eyes and creative minds, provided by new
volunteers, will keep these benefits new and exciting. Minimal time is required, so please volunteer
with Friends of Hospice Rossmoor. Our next event
is a Rossmoor favorite, Art & Wine 2017 in September. Don’t miss this one.
Trish Dickson
Tice Creek Drive
from God – a commandment easily understood, and
definitely followed devoutly. If nothing else, I was
devout. I did not intend to question God’s guidance
regarding making a chocolate cream pie. I did not
see that I had any alternative. Unfortunately, that
was a disastrous mistake. This was one time I needed to be an atheist, either denying God entirely or
concluding He wanted to punish me.
At this point you may suspect that I’m making too
much of a small thing. The tragedy was not a small
thing. It’s common knowledge that many more women make use of recipes than men do, since men need
to deal with work such as making atomic bombs,
erecting buildings that reach nearly to heaven and
in general being much more significantly occupied.
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Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Columns & Opinions
Progressive View
Caregivers, CNAs Deserve
Decent Wages
By Mary Lembke
I
t’s not often that I get to use an
“up close and personal” experience for a column topic but
such was the case last month when
I needed a hip replacement and
subsequent care at a rehabilitation
center to get mobilized so I could
come home. My stay coincided
with the Congressional hearings regarding repeal of
the Affordable Care Act – riveting stuff for a political
junkie like me, to say the least.
In the midst of all the rhetoric, I was experiencing what most of us call the hope for obtaining basic
health care for EVERYONE. In my own case, I received 1) a competent diagnosis for a problem, thanks
to accessible equipment; 2) trained doctors and nurses
who implemented a plan to solve the problem; and 3)
affordable follow-up care to ensure my recovery. For
these I say thank you, to Medicare and to a decent retirement package that includes health benefits earned
over a 27-year teaching career.
Now, a few weeks later, I’ve had time to reflect
upon the entire experience. What stands out vividly
was the care given me by the certified nursing assistants (CNAs) not by the administrators or doctors,
or the technicians, with whom I don’t find fault,
but by the front line, day-in and day-out providers
of care who were with me when I never felt more
Republican
Perspective
Trust Us, You Look Great
By John Littig
n my April 19 column “You
Won’t Believe This One,” I
described the removal of a
scale from the gym at Canada’s
Carleton University. A student
complained that the presence of
the scale triggered her anxiety,
presumably by reminding her she is not winning the
battle with her Body Mass Index (BMI).
The column described backlash and ridicule of
the scale’s removal. One student acerbically suggested banning mirrors because they could be equally distressing. Well, it turns out that no trigger for
emotional trauma (whether real or imagined and no
matter how frivolous or dubious) is to be overlooked
or discounted. Thus the facetious suggestion to ban
mirrors has come true.
Sabrina, an idealistic student at Laguna Hills High
School, replaced mirrors in the girls’ restrooms with
“signs of affirmation.” Girls who look in the mirror
see, instead of their reflection, messages like “You
are beautiful” and “You are enough.” Apparently the
I
At Wit’s End Continued from page 16A
I’m merely stating what everyone knows is true, even
if the truth seems somewhat harsh. Having said that,
it follows that if a man (or 16-year-old-nearly-a-man
individual) were to dabble in what formulas women
follow, he should have no trouble at all.
“I only followed orders” is generally considered a
puny excuse for any mishap, but to question directions
that millions of women have used in the past would
seem arrogant and inexcusable. So. Here’s the beginning of the tragedy: The recipe said to melt the chocolate bar (a big one) over boiling water. I started to
heat a pot of water to the boiling point, and–following
directions – I held the chocolate bar over the pot as the
water began to boil. Eventually the chocolate began to
melt into the pot of water. As it melted, the water became even hotter, so much so that I was afraid I might
have as many boils on my hand as the bubbles jumping
17A
vulnerable. Thankfully, I had family and friends
to comfort me with hugs and muffins, flowers and
cards, but when the lights were out and I had to go
to the bathroom and felt as alone as I could be, the
CNA on duty was my hero. I pushed the red call button and there appeared an apparition in pale green
coming quietly to my side with the welcome words
“How may I help you?” That would be the voice of
the CNA on duty, who at that moment was my ONE
and ONLY comfort. (If you don’t count St. Jude,
Patron Saint of Lost Causes!)
I may have never met this person before. Neither of
us may have had much in common except that we were
both Warriors fans, a factoid I learned much later, but
in that moment, I was NOT alone! He or she may have
been the single father or mother of a 15-year-old soccer player or a breeder of pot belly pigs, but this angel
of mercy literally lifted me and my spirits out of the
depths of despair. All the lofty rhetoric about providing health care was reduced to this very modest need.
Loosely defined, the CNA falls into a category
of “unlicensed assistive personnel” (UAP). This is a
paraprofessional who assists individuals with physical
disabilities, mental impairments and other health care
needs with their activities of daily living. Depending
upon the state, a CNA might be certified by taking
an accredited course; passing the state’s written and
practical application CNA exams; or having a certain
amount of supervised on-duty experience and registering within the state in which the exams were performed. They don’t just come in off the street.
Within these guidelines, one could reasonably expect that a CNA would have some formal education,
apprenticeship or on-the-job training in body mechanics, nutrition, anatomy and physiology, cognitive impairments and mental health issues, infection control,
personal care skills, and records-keeping.
For performing this work, the CNA might earn an
annual wage of $19,000. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates a median income of $25,090 for a family
of three to qualify for food stamps. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) provides data that
one in three CNAs relies on taxpayer-funded public
benefits for the poor such as food stamps, energy assistance, or Medicaid. Most CNAs are women.
Apparently, our society has decided that these
angels don’t deserve a living wage. They will continue to get paid with what is left over after medical professionals, buildings and technology budgets
have been spent unless we actively support their
universal right to earn a living wage. That we are
the ultimate beneficiaries of their hard work to support their families with such meager wages should
be an embarrassment to us all.
Right now their cause is being waged by the SEIU.
Californians can’t be smug about approving a $15 per
hour minimum wage. We need to be part of the nationwide effort to make the minimum wage the norm for
the country. You can learn more about this in a report
by the Paraprofessional Health Institute titled “Raise
the Floor: Quality Nursing Home Care Depends on
Quality Jobs.” We in Rossmoor are seeing an increase
in the numbers of us whose new hips and knees require
the care of CNAs. Those of us who support providing
a decent wage for our caregivers and other service providers would all be advised to get behind advocates
supporting minimum wages nationally.
We Progressives regret the loss of union membership nationwide. Supporting the efforts of the SEIU
will strengthen our efforts to cope with rampant income inequality. If we don’t, who will be there to answer your call button in the dark of night?
Mary Lembke can be emailed at mandblembke@
comcast.net.
school had a “What if…..Week,” each day having a
specific theme, one being “What if we showed more
love?” Sabrina, who made and posted the signs, told
ABC News (this made the news) “I put the signs in
the bathroom the night before so students would see
them throughout the next day.” So her affirmation-instead-of-mirrors effort was planned to last one day.
Sabrina’s project was certainly well-intentioned.
She wanted to make other girls feel loved and valuable. But she overlooked that mirrors serve a purpose. Girls don’t want to go through their school day
with hair askew, spinach-teeth, cockeyed pussy hat
or smeared mascara. A “you are beautiful” feel-good
message does not help a girl to make it so.
So along comes an adult who might help Sabrina understand this. Chelsea, the school’s activities
director, told ABC News that Sabrina had “made it
her goal for the semester to spread positive messages
around campus.” She also said that student reaction
had been so positive that there were no immediate
plans to take the signs down.
As the adult in this scenario, activities director
Chelsea – in addition to praising Sabrina’s desire
to raise other girls’ self-esteem – might also have
helped her to understand that mirrors serve an actual
purpose by reflecting reality and allowing people to
make needed adjustments.
Well, it turns out that Laguna Hills High was not
the only, or even the first, school to experiment with
removing or covering mirrors. A couple of months
earlier, a dorm at Bucknell University covered its
bathroom mirrors during “Self Love Week” and
“Eating Disorder Awareness Day.”
The signs said: “Trust us you look great. Take a
break from the mirror today and be good to yourself and your body, regardless of appearance. Know
that you are much more than how you look. Celebrate
your inner beauty today…” and so on. How this promotes eating disorder awareness is unclear. It would
even seem to promote unawareness.
I claim no expertise in this area, but it would seem
logical that eating disorders are serious problems that
require medical treatment or psychological intervention and cannot be wished away by covering a mirror
with a message of affirmation and self love.
At first glance, removal of the gym’s scale and
covering mirrors with signs of praise may seem silly
or frivolous. But in fact both acts represent the denial
of reality. Denial is in vogue on today’s campus and
is being enabled – even encouraged – by school administrators and teachers.
Administrators and teachers tend to promptly give
in to student demands and to the mindset that uncomfortable truths should be ignored, dissenting opinions
should be silenced and “safe spaces” should be provided. These adults – in loco parentis – should be providing a dose of reality rather than reinforcing its denial.
In the world beyond graduation, safe spaces are in
short supply. And denial will prove to have been an
unhelpful lesson with unfortunate consequences.
John Littig can be emailed at [email protected]. Read
more Littig columns at getsmartusa.blogspot.com
up in the pot. At some point I couldn’t hold the chocolate bar – which was truly messy – over the water without fearing I’d lose the use of my hand, so I decided to
toss in the rest of the chocolate bar, given that this was
an even easier way of melting the chocolate.
When all of the chocolate had melted, I had a pot
of really hot chocolate water. I began to think that
something must have gone wrong. However, I continued to obey the recipe until it required me to place
the melted chocolate in the pie crust and then spread
cream over it. It was obvious spreading cream over
hot chocolate water wouldn’t work (I had taken physics in high school and had gotten a good grade, so I
had confidence in my observation).
Now I had to make use of my imagination and creativity, which led me to put the watery chocolate pie
in the freezer to harden it. It did become hard, so I
took it out of the refrigerator. Another problem arose:
How could I keep the frozen chocolate from dissolv-
ing into a watery mess. I couldn’t. I tossed this piece
of disaster into the garbage pail and made sure that
a lot of trash covered it. I don’t recall my mother’s
reaction when she returned home – which is to say,
following Freud, I quickly pushed this major scar of
sinfulness into the Unconscious, only to be recalled
when I know that people who learn of this horrific experience will sympathize with my trying to do
good. My readers, I’m sure, are now in tears (tears of
sorrow, not tears of laughter).
For the rest of my life I’ve confined my cooking
to boiling eggs and making grilled cheese (often Diane watches me do the grilling). I’d like to think that
recipes and other deceptive encroachments upon the
human spirit are best left alone. They say life is just a
bowl of cherries. But I have no intention of trying to
make a cherry pie.
Tom Mader can be emailed at ditoma@comcast.
net.
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A rts & Leisure
Henry Gross to perform
‘One Hit Wonder’ June 11
Travis Brass Quintet will perform a free concert at Rossmoor.
Travis Brass Quintet to perform free
concert next week at Event Center
The Travis Brass Quintet
of the United States Air Force
(USAF) will perform a free
concert on Thursday, June 8,
at 7 p.m. in the Tahoe Room at
the Event Center.
Travis Brass Quintet is one
of the cornerstone ensembles
of the USAF Band of the Golden West and consists of trumpeter and non-commissioned
officer-in-charge TSgt. Tom
Salyers, trumpeter A1C Alan
Matteri, hornist SrA Daniel
Nebel, trombonist A1C James
Wright, and tubist A1C Lee
Jarzembak.
Travis Brass is based at Travis Air Force Base and tours
throughout California, Oregon,
Washington, Idaho, Utah, Nevada and Arizona supporting
troops, honoring veterans, and
telling the USAF story by entertaining the American public.
In addition to supporting
military ceremonies and presenting free concerts, the quintet invests much of its time
preserving the American music heritage by educating the
musicians of tomorrow.
Travis Brass works in direct
support of the 60th Air Mobility
Wing at Travis Air Force Base.
Air Mobility Command flies
C-5 Galaxy and C-17 Globemaster III aircraft and specializes in rapid global transport:
conveying people, equipment
and supplies anywhere in the
world in less than 24 hours.
Air Mobility Command
also operates a fleet of KC-10
Extenders refueling American
and coalition aircraft midflight to extend their range.
This free concert is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all residents and their guests.
Dixieland Jazz Club welcomes guest quartet
Stephanie Trick and Paolo
Alderighi return to Rossmoor
on Wednesday, May 31, and
will bring two of the most
sought-after musicians on the
classic jazz scene today, Nicki
Parrott and Engelbert Wrobel.
The performance, sponsored by the Dixieland Jazz
Club of Rossmoor, will be held
at the Event Center starting at
7 p.m.
In this Rossmoor appearance, they will present their
latest album, “From Joplin
to Jobim,” a musical journey
through the different styles
and genres of North and South
American music – ragtime,
bossa nova, blues, boogie,
swing and stride piano.
Songs the quartet will perform include “Tico Tico,”
“Doralice,” “Brazil,” and
“The Cascades” by Scott Joplin, “Blueberry Hill,” made
famous by the great Louis
Armstrong and later by Fats
Domino, “September Song”
by Kurt Weill, author of “The
Three Penny Opera,” material
Veteran singer, songwriter,
recording artist, actor and comedian Henry Gross will perform his one-man show “One
Hit Wanderer” at the Sunday
Showcase on June 11, at 7
p.m. in the Tahoe Room at the
Event Center.
This show is more than an
autobiographical look at the
ups and downs of his show
business career. It recalls the
journey of a boy with rock
and roll dreams who, through
hope, perseverance and a
great sense of humor, reaches the top of the music charts,
only to discover that the biggest hits he ever had were not
on the radio but in an old box
buried in a closet, containing
pictures of loved ones and
memorabilia of a life well
lived.
Gross began performing at
age 13 in his native Brooklyn,
New York. At age 18 he was
the youngest person to perform at the Woodstock Festival as a member of the rock
and roll revival group, Sha Na
Na, which he co-founded.
In a solo recording career
spanning nearly 50 years, he
has sold over seven million
albums and singles highlighted by the 1976 chart topper,
“Shannon,” a song inspired by
the late Beach Boys lead singer Carl Wilson’s Irish setter of
the same name.
His songs have been recorded by many of the world’s
most prominent singers including Judy Collins, Mary
Travers, Jonathan Edwards,
Blackhawk, the Outlaws and
Ronnie Milsap.
Over the years he’s shared
stages with many of the greatest artists in rock and roll,
comedy and country history
Henry Gross
including: Aerosmith, Beach
Boys, Ricky Nelson, Billy Joel,
Bruce Springsteen, Byrds, Joe
Cocker, Chicago, Kinks and
Doobie Brothers, to name a
few.
A celebrated guitarist, he
can be heard on recordings of
the late Jim Croce, Dion, as
well as many others.
In 1981 Gross co-starred
with fellow recording artists
Jonathan Edwards and Nicolette Larsen in the road company production of the hit Broadway musical, “Pump Boys and
Dinettes.”
With 20 albums under his
belt, he continues to write,
record and release new CDs
regularly on his own Zelda Records label while performing
all over the country. Gross is a
playwright as well and is nearing completion of a musical
comedy he hopes will one day
see the lights of Broadway.
Tickets for this show are $12
in advance at the Recreation
Department at Gateway. This
is a Prime Time Entertainment
presentation and is open to all
residents and their guests.
All welcome at June 21
Summer Solstice Musicale
The Dixieland Jazz Club presents the jazz quartet of, from left,
Engelbert Wrobel, Nikki Parrott, Paolo Alderighi and Stephanie
Trick tonight at the Event Center.
from the the Great American
Songbook, and some blues and
boogie.
Paolo Alderighi (from Milan, Italy) and Stephanie Trick
(from St. Louis, Mo.,) met at a
piano festival in Boswil (near
Zürich), Switzerland, in 2008
and started to work together in
2011.
Tickets may be purchased
at the door. Tickets are $15 for
nonmembers, $10 for members.
For information, contact
Robert Burch at 934-1337.
A Summer Solstice Musicale on Wednesday, June 21, at 7
p.m. at the Event Center will feature vocalist Marie Barron
Hoge, pianist Gary Neuman and singer Tommy O’Dowd.
The musicale is a fundraiser for Rossmoor Friends of the Alzheimer’s Association and is in honor of caregivers who take care
of loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease.
Mezzo-soprano Hoge is well-known to Rossmoor residents,
having performed at Fun Day and other events over the years.
After her husband passed away, she performed a sold-out performance at the Lesher Center that launched her singing career.
She sings all over the Bay Area including the Edith Piaf Cabaret Club, the Hilton Hotel and Ramada Inn in San Francisco.
She also performs at private parties and senior facilities.
Her songs are from the 1920s all the way through the 1970s.
She has a broad range that includes light classical, pop, jazz and
blues. Favorite genres are Broadway and the Great American
Songbook.
Tickets for the Summer Solstice Musicale are $20 per person.
They can be purchased at www.brownpapertickets.com (event
#2961292) or in the Redwood Room at Gateway on Mondays (11
a.m. to 1 p.m.) and on Fridays (10 a.m. to noon) or at the Event
Center on the night of the performance.
For information, call Judy Williams at 935-2100.
Consider carpooling or taking the Rossmoor bus to events at the clubhouses to ease traffic congestion and parking.
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Rossmoor LGBT Alliance hosts
Salsa in the Plaza at Peacock
As a part of Rossmoor pride
this year, the Rossmoor LGBT
Alliance will sponsor Salsa in
the Plaza on Thursday, June 15,
starting at 7 p.m. in Peacock Plaza at Gateway.
Dance with pride to the
sounds of the Bay Area’s newest
all women’s salsa band, Adelante Mujeres. Band leader Susanna
Cortez will be joined by women
who have been playing in the local salsa scene for decades.
Come enjoy the tunes, have
some chicharones or plantain
chips, and toast the stars with
a glass of wine or delicious ice
cold Rossmoor water. All are
welcome.
Come early and enjoy a salsa
lesson before the party starts.
The mission of the Rossmoor
LGBT Alliance is to build bridges between the current and future
LGBT residents in Rossmoor and
the wider Rossmoor community.
To achieve this mission, the
alliance provides outreach, education, social and/or cultural
events to the Rossmoor community. For information, visit the
Rossmoor LGBT Alliance website at rossmoorlgbta.org.
Writers’ group features biography by
Marlon Green and band Peter Li with book party on June 14
to play at the Spotlight
Marlon Green will perform at the Spotlight.
By Barbara Kirbach
Club correspondent
Marlon Green and his band
will perform at the Spotlight
on Wednesday, June 14, at
noon in the Fireside Room at
Gateway.
Green is a native Californian. He first became interested in the rhythms of marching
bands when he was a young
boy. He initially studied the
saxophone and then began to
concentrate wholly on playing
the drums.
Over the past 25 years,
Green has contributed his
skills and enthusiasm to many
major Bay Area rhythm-andblues, jazz and gospel groups
and has toured with many tal-
ented entertainers throughout
the United States, Canada and
Japan.
His band will include top
Bay Area musicians Rodney
Burge on keyboard, Ned Boyton on guitar, Derick Evans
on vocals and legendary saxophonist Jules Broussard on
saxophone.
Fiona’s Pantry will have 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.
Published
Writers
of
Rossmoor (PWR) has chosen
Peter Li as its featured author
for his chronology/biography of
his father, “Li Fang-Kuei: A Pioneer in the Study of Minority
Languages in China.”
The book will be on display,
along with other works by Li,
in the Library throughout June.
Its publication will be celebrated
with a launch party on Wednesday, June 14, from 1 to 3 p.m.
at Dollar. Light refreshments
will be served. All interested
Rossmoor residents are welcome.
Anyone planning to attend
should call Li at 510-882-1313
or email [email protected]
before June 10.
Li, a professor emeritus of
Rutgers University, was born
in China and received his education in the United States. He
Recreation invites residents to a magnet-making class on earned his doctorate from the
Thursday, June 15, from 10 to noon in the Fireside Room at University of Chicago in 1972
Gateway.
and taught Asian studies and
Students will make a bottle cap pie magnet using bottle caps, comparative literature at Rutgers
magnets, Sculpey and acrylic paint.
for 30 years before his retireThere is no fee for the class. There is a class maximum of 20 ment. He and his wife Marjorie
students.
moved to Rossmoor in 2016.
For reservations, call Elena Ybarra at 988-7703.
In his book, Li describes the
making of a practicing linguist
whose career spanned some 60
years from the 1920s to 1987
and crossed two continents from
China to America.
He also relates how his fa-
Recreation offers class on
magnet making June 15
Boomers air PBS show that
marks 50th anniversary
of Beatles’ ‘Sgt. Pepper’
The Boomers Forever Club
will host a viewing of the PBS
special, “Sgt. Pepper – A Musical Revolution,” on Saturday, June 3, at 7:30 p.m. in the
Diablo Room at Hillside.
The special is about the
Beatle’s 1967 album, “Sgt.
Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club
Band.”
To mark their growth as
men and artists, the group
wanted to present something
different from the Beatle’s
“cute” persona.
Rolling Stone magazine has
called it the greatest album of
all time. It was considered to
have broken new ground in
music whose effects are still
felt today.
The show offers up material
that has been squirreled away
for decades and known only
to a handful of people at Abbey Road Studios. It includes
recordings of studio chat, and
isolated instrument tracks and
vocals.
“Sgt. Pepper” includes
many memorable songs, such
as “With a Little Help from
My Friends,” “Lucy in the
Sky,” “When I’m 64,” “Lovely
Rita” and “A Day in the Life.”
It won’t be surprising if those
at the viewing party can sing
along to every song.
All Rossmoor Beatles fans
are welcome to attend the
event. Bring snacks to share
and whatever beverage is desired. Paper goods will be
provided, but bringing a glass
to any boomer event helps cut
down on plastic waste.
There is no charge to attend
this party but any donations to
the club’s charitable fund, Feed
the Pig, are always welcome.
The fund supports low-income
residents in Rossmoor through
the Rossmoor Fund.
For information on the club
and other events, see the club
website: rossmoorboomers.com.
CAC holds
patio party
The annual Ceramic Arts
Club (CAC) patio party will
be held on Friday, June 16, in
Dollar Clubhouse starting at
5:30 p.m. It will be catered by
Sunrise Bistro, featuring barbecued chicken and ribs. Also
included are salad, grilled veggies, cornbread, beans, beverages and dessert.
CAC members are welcome
to bring guests; the cost is $22
per person. All who plan to attend should sign up and pay by
June 14 on a list posted in the
CAC studio, depositing their
check in the wooden box below the bulletin board.
The patio party will celebrate the work done by CAC
members throughout the year.
For information, contact Gaby
Miller at 510-292-5798.
ther’s research in American-Indian languages took him into
the wilderness of northern Canada and how his study of minority languages in China took
him to the border regions of Tibet, Thailand and Vietnam.
Li Fang-Kuei’s career as a
scholar, linguist and adventurer, his idyllic years of study in
America, the war-town years in
China and peaceful retirement
in Hawaii are also detailed by
the author.
“The book should be of interest to those who want to
learn something about linguistics, modern Chinese history
and the life and career of an
outstanding Chinese-American
linguist,” Li said. “It is available on Amazon in hard copy
or as an e-book.”
Li’s writing career is impressive as well. He is the author,
contributor and editor of books
and articles on Chinese literature, culture and politics and
Asian-American studies. He
was book review editor of the
Journal of Chinese Language
Teachers Association.
He and Marjorie edited and
compiled a volume on “Understanding Asian Americans: A
Curriculum Resource Guide.”
Li also focused his attention on
the pro-democracy movement
in China and edited the book,
Peter Li
“Culture and Politics in China:
The Anatomy of Tiananmen
Square” in l991.
He was the recipient of the
Chiang Ching-Kuo Foundation
Fellowship for “The Life and
Times of Lao She: Culture, Art
and Politics.” Since l997, he has
been editor-in-chief of “East Asia:
An International Quarterly.”
Some of his more recent
works include “Japanese War
Crimes: The Search for Justice,” “The Nanking Holocaust:
Tragedy, Trauma and Reconciliation,” “War and Modernity in
Chinese Military Fiction,” and
“Hirohito, The Unrepentant
Emperor.”
Since retirement in 2003, Li
has been an active participant in
seeking redress for the victims
of Japanese atrocities during
WWII.
Slavyanka Russian Chorus (Irina Shachneva,
Artistic Director) and Serbian vocal group Iskra
Etno (Gordana Mihjlovich, Director)
present...
Garland
A selection of Russian and Serbian music
in choral and ensemble arrangements
by Taneyev, Chesnokov, and Mokranjac
Sun., Jun 11th, 5:00 pm
Peace Lutheran Church
3201 Camino Tassajara, Danville
• Tickets available online at slavyankachorus.org
• $17 online; $20 at the door
• Children under 12 admitted free
• For more information, call (510) 798-7966
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Pete Escovedo and friends bring Latin jazz to Rossmoor
Concert is June 19 at Event Center
The Pete Escovedo Latin
Jazz Orchestra will perform on
Monday, June 19, at 7 p.m. in
the Tahoe Room at the Event
Center.
The legendary percussionist
leads one of the top Latin-jazz
orchestras in the country and
has been crossing the barriers
between smooth jazz, salsa,
Latin jazz and contemporary
music in the industry for over
50 years.
Escovedo is known worldwide for his live performances,
session work and solo albums.
A former Carlos Santana band
member, Escovedo toured internationally with the legendary guitarist for five years and
performed on three Santana
albums.
Escovedo left Santana to
follow in the musical footsteps
of his mentor, the late great
Tito Puente, who influenced
his music and decision to form
his own orchestra consisting of
a five-person horn section.
Well known in the Bay
Area music scene for several
decades, in 2002, Escovedo
made a notable television appearance on the “By the Hand
of the Father” episode of the
PBS “Austin City Limits” program.
In 2013, he was honored
with a Jazz Tribute Award at
the Los Angeles Jazz Society’s 30th anniversary. He has
performed at venues all over
the world, from the Monterey Jazz Festival to the White
House in 2009 for President
Obama.
Escovedo has recorded over
12 albums, eight of which are
acclaimed solo albums and
three of which are live, most
recently in 2012 at Stern Grove
in San Francisco. He has recorded two albums with his
daughter Sheila E. and in 1989
recorded the “Latina Familia”
live album with Sheila E. and
Tito Puente.
In 2011 the entire family got
together as the E Family to record the album “Now and For-
ever,” featuring Pete Escovedo,
Sheila E., Juan Escovedo and
Peter Michael Escovedo.
Escovedo’s versatility as a
percussionist has been featured
in performances and recordings by a wide range of artists.
In the past decade, he has become increasingly viewed as
one of the ranking elder statesmen of the Latin jazz movement.
With the passing in the last
several years of such giants of
the music as Tito Puente, Chico O’Farrill and Mongo Santamaría, his stature has grown
and the demand for recordings
under his name has increased.
His latest, which features Sheila E, Peter Michael, Juan and
longtime musician associates
from San Francisco and L.A.,
is “Live!” for Concord Picante
Records.
A California native, Escovedo was raised in Oakland. His
father was an amateur singer
and guitarist who passed along
a love of Latin music, while
Pete Escovedo brings Latin jazz to Rossmoor June 19.
young Escovedo discovered
and cultivated a love of jazz
largely on his own.
Early on, he embraced
the Latin jazz style, steadily
building a reputation in the
Bay Area as part of the Escovedo Brothers Latin Jazz
Sextet. In 2015 Escovedo
celebrated 60 years in the
entertainment business and
his 80th birthday.
Tickets for this event are
$20 in advance at the Recreation Department. This program is a Live Arts Music
Production and is sponsored
by the Recreation Department.
It is open to all residents and
their guests.
RAA’s Unique Critique Book sale Saturday at WC Library
is tomorrow evening
The next Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) Unique Critique
will be tomorrow, June 1, at 6:30 p.m. in Art Studio 2. This
monthly event is an opportunity for RAA members to get helpful feedback on their work from fellow students and local artist
and RAA instructor, Marcy Wheeler.
Unique Critique is designed to help participants learn how
to hear and give constructive criticism without losing their personal artistic vision. Hearing what others see in their work and
getting feedback on what may not be working and how it might
be fixed can get artists beyond blocks and reveal new ways to
approach the work.
Wheeler also often offers a group critique on a work of hers or
a work that someone unknown has done that is not quite working.
Talking about a work that is not personal is a great ice-breaker.
These critiques help artists understand how composition is
central to keeping the viewer’s eye moving around the painting.
And the longer viewers keep looking, the more they see and appreciate in the work.
Wheeler has been leading group critiques in her private painting classes for more than 10 years, and has developed techniques
to help artists push their work to the next level.
“I see Unique Critique as a fun time for artists to get and give
help moving ‘stuck’ paintings and to open new doors for paintings that seem to have ‘hit a wall,’” she said. “As the group gets
acquainted, trust and understanding develop. And the group can
look at pieces over time to see how they progress.”
RAA members are invited to bring in one or two pieces of
two-dimensional artwork for a group critique. Artists may also
just come to listen and learn.
The cost is $1 to listen, $3 for one piece for critique, and $5
for two pieces. Payment can be made by exact cash or by check
made out to Marcy Wheeler.
Participants must be members of RAA to attend the critique.
To join, bring a check for $10 for annual dues, payable to RAA,
and a completed new member form. Forms and a calendar of activities are available at www.rossmoorart.com or in Art Studio 1.
For information about this RAA monthly event, call Wheeler
at 787-9159.
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Find books at great prices at
the Friends of Walnut Creek Library’s book sale on Saturday,
June 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
in the Oak View Room at the
library.
Following a short break from
2 to 2:30 p.m., volunteers will
have a bag sale from 2:30 to 4
p.m. when attendees may purchase a grocery bag of books for
$5.
All proceeds from the sale
are used for the library collection and children’s programs.
Friends of the Walnut Creek
Library members are invited to a
special pre-sale on Friday, June
2, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. This presale is exclusively for Friends
members. Anyone wanting to
join the volunteer group is invited to sign up at the pre-sale.
For more information on
Friends of Walnut Creek Library, visit http://www.wclibraryfriends.org/join.html.
Performing Arts Guild events for June
The following are the Performing Arts Guild of Rossmoor (PAGR) events for June. Rossmoor
organizations that offer entertainment and performances belong to the guild and present a
list of their programming once a month. In addition, the groups have articles in the News
with complete details of the programs and how to obtain tickets, if necessary. This month,
the Opera Club, the Hawaii State Club, the Shakespeare Society, the Drama Association of
Rossmoor, the Dixieland Jazz Club and the Diablo Symphony Guild all have programs open to
Rossmoor residents. For information about the Performing Arts Guild, call Marilyn Sampair
at 933-1395 or email [email protected]
June 5:
Opera Club: “Deep in My Heart,” film................................. 4 p.m. Peacock Hall
June 6:
Opera Club: “New Moon,” film............................................. 4 p.m. Peacock Hall
June 7:
Opera Club: Previews by Festival Opera.............................1 p.m. Fireside Room
Sara Nealy, general director vocal recital with tenor Alex Boyer
June 10: Hawaii State Club: June luau in honor of ..............................5 p.m. Event Center
King Kamehameha, hula show
June 10: Drama Association Speaking Shakespeare workshop.................. 12:30-4:30 p.m.
with Aaron Murphy........................................................... Multipurpose Room 3
June 12: Harmony-Women’s Vocal Ensemble Spring Concert..............3 p.m. Event Center June 16-18:Drama Association........................................................................ 2 p.m. Hillside
Naked Stage presents “The American Dream” by Edward Albee
June 19: Drama Association.......................................................................10 a.m. Hillside
Your 2 Cents Play Reading “Arthritis Be Damned” by Bud Lembke
June 24: International Club..................................................................5 p.m. Event Center
Evening in Scotland, Dunsmuir Dancers
June 27: Shakespeare Society: “Henry V,” film.................................. 7 p.m. Peacock Hall
June 28: Hawaii State Club/Ukulele Club: Na Kupuna................................ Noon Fireside
O Kealoha, hula group and the Ukulele Club musicians of Rossmoor
June 28: Dixieland Jazz Club:..............................................................7 p.m. Event Center
Tom Belmessieri, Fog City Stompers
Rossmoor
Farmers’ Market
The Rossmoor Farmers’
Market is held every Friday
from May through October in
the Gateway parking lot from
9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Purchase locally grown
fruits and vegetables, heirloom
produce, roasted chickens and
spicy tamales.
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presents Spring Concert June 12
Recreation offers class on Harmony
Harmony, Rossmoor’s women’s
vocal ensemble, directed
papier-mâché June 12
by Meriel Ennik and accompa-
The Recreation Department will sponsor a papier-mâché
class Monday, June 12, from 10 a.m. to noon in Multipurpose
Room 2 at Gateway.
The class will be taught by M.J. Wilson who has taught art
for over 35 years. Wilson has degrees in art as well as ethnic art.
Bring to class colored tissue and a pair of scissors capable of
cutting stiff cardboard.
Are you interested, but worried that you do not have enough
experience with art? Having no experience can be an asset.
This class is free, but space is limited and preregistration is
required. To sign up, call Elena Ybarra in the Recreation Department at 988-7703.
RAA plans elegant dinner
The Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) annual dinner is
an elegant event in which to
enjoy dinner in the company of
Rossmoor artists and friends.
The event, “Art in Bloom,” will
be on Wednesday, June 14, in
the Fireside Room at Gateway,
The social hour with wine
and appetizers will begin at 6
p.m. Many of the art instructors will have their work on
display. RAA members and
guests may mingle and get to
know the instructors and enjoy
viewing their works.
Dinner, catered by Café
Soleil, will be served at 7. The
entrée choices are chicken
Marsala with garlic mashed
potatoes, roasted salmon with
risotto and eggplant Parmesan with fettuccini Alfredo.
All entrées include an artisan
salad and sautéed vegetables.
Dessert is Nutella hazelnut
chocolate cake.
The cost of dinner is $30.
Reserve early as dinner seating is limited. No tickets will
be available at the door.
Reservation checks, payable
to RAA, may be sent to Jean
Autrey, 3449 Golden Rain
Road No. 4, or left in the RAA
mailbox at Gateway. Be sure
to note the entrée choice. Reservations must be received by
Tuesday, June 6.
Seating may be reserved for
up to eight people at one table..
Checks for all people wanting
to sit together, with their meal
selections, must be mailed in
the same envelope. Put “seating together” on the outside of
the envelope.
For information, call Jean
Autrey at 943-1360.
nied by Carolyn Wolf, presents
its Annual Spring Concert on
Monday, June 12, at 3 p.m. at
the Event Center.
Harmony continues to delight audiences with a full,
rich, blended and expressive
sound.
The program is varied,
ranging from Schubert to contemporary composers, with
songs of rivers, fishing, a dramatic escape, and the eternal
theme of love.
Harmony will also feature
flutist Amelia Morucci, Youth
in Music soloist, as part of the
program.
Mor ucci is a junior at
Nor t hgate H igh School
a n d p l ays f lu t e w it h t h e
Rossmoor Jazz Band. Nancy
Dunavent, a soprano member of Ha r mony, is also a
featured soloist for this program.
The audience is invited to
Harmony women’s vocal ensemble is rehearsing for the June 12
Spring Concert.
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ter the concert and to enjoy on ly be ava ilable at t he
light refreshments.
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Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Festival Opera gives
Opera Club preview
next Wednesday in Fireside
The Opera Club of
Rossmoor will host Festival
Opera for a preview of the
company’s upcoming performance of an intriguing double
bill: Ruggero Leoncavallo’s
“Pagliacci” and Kurt Weill’s
“Seven Deadly Sins.” The program is on Wednesday, June 7,
from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Fireside
Room at Gateway.
The cost is $10 for Opera
Club members and $15 for
other attendees. All are invited to attend; reservations are
not necessary for this summer
quarterly event. Refreshments
will be served.
Festival Opera is Walnut
Creek’s own opera company
and began in 1991. Currently, the company produces one
major opera from the standard
repertoire per year and offers
smaller, more topical operas
by contemporary composers or
works that have been neglected, usually on a specific theme.
Festival Opera has always
featured major young artists
in its productions; many of the
singers now perform at San
Francisco Opera, the Metropolitan Opera and other major
companies in the United States
and abroad.
The club-sponsored event
will feature Festival Opera
General Director Sara Neely.
The company has recently
been awarded a major grant
from the National Endowment for the Arts and received
a multi-year award from the
Lesher Foundation.
The program, titled “How
One Produces an Opera,” will
include tenor Alex Boyer, who
made his debut with San Francisco Opera in the 2016–17
season in the company’s world
premiere of Bright Sheng’s
“Dream of the Red Chamber.”
For Festival Opera in Walnut Creek, he will sing the title role of “Pagliacci” in June
2017.
Lynne Morrow, music director of the Oakland Symphony Chorus since 2005, will
also be on hand to share her
insights with the audience.
During her tenure, the
scope of the chorus expanded to include contemporary,
international and neglected
works along with traditional
choral repertoire. She made
her orchestra conducting debut there in 2013, leading both
the orchestra and her chorus in
Gabriel Fauré’s “Requiem.”
Pianist Chun-mei Wilson,
highly acclaimed Bay Area
accompanist who has worked
News photo by Mike DiCarlo
Rehearsing for the Drama Association’s production of “The American Dream” are, from left,
seated, Edna Hall, Diana Nugent, Flora Wollman, Steve Zell and Jan MacDougall and standing,
Edward Kimak.
Drama Association presents Albee’s
one-act play ‘The American Dream’
By Jon Rasmussen
Club correspondent
Rehearsals are underway
for the Drama Association
of Rossmoor’s (DAOR) Naked Stage production of “The
American Dream,” a comedy
by Edward Albee. Performances will be on Friday, Saturday
and Sunday, June 16, 17 and 18,
at 2 p.m. at Hillside’s Performing Arts Studio (formerly the
Las Trampas Room).
“The American Dream,”
Continued from page 28A
first performed in 1961, is a
satire on American family life
post World War II. Albee describes the play as “an examination of the American Scene,
an attack on the substitution
of artificial for real values in
our society, a condemnation of
complacency, cruelty, emasculation and vacuity.”
It concerns a married couple and their elderly mother.
On a particular day, they are
visited by two guests who turn
their world upside down.
With this production,
Rossmoor audiences are offered the rich experience of
becoming reacquainted with a
work by one of America’s most
important playwrights. Albee’s
brand of Absurdist Theater is
both dark and absurdly delightful, alternating between
symbolic weirdness and daffy
vaudevillian farce. As Albee
wrote, in writing “The American Dream, ” “it was my intention to offend – as well as to
amuse and entertain.”
Although first presented
over 50 years ago, the subject
matter is surprisingly fresh and
relevant today. Albee took aim
at a culture that took “Father
Knows Best,” “Donna Reed”
and “The Ozzie and Harriet
Show” as its model for the best
of all possible worlds.
Taking those norms and
turning them inside out and upside down is Albee’s signature,
and this play reminds us that
we must constantly question
and re-define our own vision
of the American Dream. Do
we really have what we want
– or do we have only what we
think we want?
This second in a series of
three 2017 Naked Stage productions will be directed by
Linda Kelp and continues
DAOR’s presentation of minimalist play readings.
Actors thoroughly rehearse their parts but remain
“on book,” referring to their
scripts and using their voices,
body and facial expressions
to dramatize the story. The
imaginative engagement of the
audience substitutes for conventional sets, costumes and
props, bringing the story to
life on a stage that is otherwise
“naked.”
Reservations can be made by
emailing DramaRossmoor@
gmail.com or by calling Roanne Butier at 930-7356. Tickets are $10 and include complimentary wine, sparkling cider
and cookies at intermission.
Pay for the tickets at the door
(cash or check only) beginning at 1:15 p.m. Arrive early
because reservations are only
held until 1:45. If you have not
claimed your ticket by then,
your seat can be sold. Advance
reservations are strongly recommended since the last two
Naked Stage shows sold out.
Doors open at 1:30 p.m.
Due to mature themes, “The
American Dream” is not suitable for children.
Watch for more information in next week’s Rossmoor
News about the play’s director
and the cast of “The American
Dream.”
DAOR is a member of the
Performing Arts Guild of
Rossmoor.
Voice workshop offered
The Drama Association of Rossmoor presents “The
Voice, The Actor and Shakespeare’s Text” on Saturday,
June 10, from 12:30 to 4:30 p.m. in Multipurpose Room 3
at Gateway.
This four-hour workshop, led by actor Aaron Murphy,
will give participants a repeatable approach to learning and
performing any text.
The fee is $40. To register, contact Linda Kelp at lcweed@
yahoo.com or leave name, phone number, email address
and check in the DAOR mailbox at Gateway Administrative
Office.
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Judy Becker’s work is on display at the Art Studio at Gateway.
RAA announces new show
by member Judy Becker
In conjunction with a new
Rossmoor Art Association
(RAA) Art Studio exhibit rolled
out recently by John Hopper,
fellow artist Judy Becker is exhibiting some of her work in the
rear wall display case.
RAA invites members and
residents to drop by the main
studio during non-class hours
to view both exhibits.
Becker,
a
six-year
Rossmoor resident and RAA
member, says her lifelong
hobby of producing artwork
is mentally stimulating and
gratifying. As a young mother, Becker began painting in
oils using calendar photos
as subject matter. She later
moved to painting watercolors from her own photos.
Becker eventually turned
to acrylics and now uses them
almost exclusively to paint on
heavy paper and canvases; she repurposes scraps from her “failed
paintings” to create collages.
Becker describes her style
as having moved from controlled to “loose” over time.
Examples are seen in the studio display which is predominantly a collection of Becker’s
old and recent florals using a
variety of surfaces and textures. Her work is part of her
personal collection and not
available for sale.
Both studio displays are arranged and hung by RAA studio liaison Carol Terry, who
manages all exhibits in the interior studio display cases.
Anyone with questions or
an interest in displaying their
artwork, should contact Terry
at 934-2254.
Knife sharpening available
in Rossmoor Wood Shop
The popular knife-sharpening service offered by the
Rossmoor Wood Shop will be
available in the shop at Gateway
during June on Friday, June 2,
Friday, June 16, and Friday, June
30, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The price, about half of
what such sharpening costs
outside the gate, is a bargain
and there have been lots of
satisfied customers. For convenience, knives and other items
in need of sharpening (such as
scissors) may be dropped off
during these times to avoid
waiting and be picked up later
when the shop is open.
Friday Lunch
I N
R O S S M O O R
Menu for June 9
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 be served a meal.
The menu:
Cold plate: Waldorf chicken salad on mixed greens, corn chowder, marinated Greek salad, dinner roll with butter and citrus fruit
Options:
Cheeseburger or garden burger, chef’s salad and seafood Louie
salad. Please specify the entrée of your choice; otherwise, you will
receive the menu item for that day.
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Ron Pratt to teach watercolor
class suitable for all skill levels
Pianist Gregory Taboloff
coming to Lesher Center
Internationally acclaimed
Summer brings with it a
Bay
Area composer and piasense of adventure and daring
nist,
Gregory Taboloff, takes
to dive into something new.
center
stage at the Lesher
This summer, come relax and
Center
for
the Arts in Walnut
enjoy the wonders of waterCreek
on
Saturday,
June 17, at
color painting. Release your
2
p.m.
when
he
performs
his
creative muse and explore
powerful
three-movement
piyour inner passion for art in
ano
concerto
titled
“The
Mysa friendly, supportive atmotic” and Beethoven’s Piano
sphere.
Concerto No. 3.
Bay Area watercolor artMaestro David Ramadanoff
ist Ronald Pratt continues his
will
join Taboloff on stage to
watercolor painting class this
conduct
the Taboloff Philharsummer on Tuesdays, June 20
monic
comprised
of the finest
through Aug. 29, from 9 to
Bay
Area
professional
musi11:30 a.m. in Art Studio 1 at
cians.
Gateway. (There is no class on
Written in the style of the
July 4.)
Art work by watercolor painting instructor Ron Pratt
late
Russian Romantics, “The
Pratt is an award-winning
Mystic”
is rich with romanlocal artist who brings a unique Enrollment, 1966 Tice Valley ities are available at www.rosstic
sweeping
melodies remistyle of teaching that includes Blvd. No. 278, Walnut Creek, moorart.com or in Art Studio 1.
niscent
of
Rachmaninoff
and
Non-Rossmoor residents
having fun while working to CA 94595. Note on the check
Tchaikovsky.
It
is
inspired
by
improve painting and design memo line: “Pratt watercolor may take the class if there is
Walt
Whitman’s
poem
“The
space, but they must be sponskills. Students are encouraged class.”
Along with the check, in- sored by a Rossmoor resident Mystic Trumpeter.”
to follow along with class projTaboloff scored his work for
ects or to work on individual clude a note with your name, who is also enrolled in the
full
percussion that includes
address, phone number and class. Tuition for nonresidents
projects of their choosing.
crashing
cymbals, cathedral
The class, sponsored by email address in order to re- is $135. Priority is given to
chimes,
gong
and tympani
Rossmoor residents.
the Rossmoor Art Association ceive class notifications.
along
with
full
string, brass
Artists must be a member of
To see Pratt’s watercolors,
(RAA), is open to students
and
woodwind
sections.
of all levels. The cost for the RAA to enroll. New members go to www.ronaldpratt.com.
Taboloff studied compo10-week session is $120. Send add $10 for annual dues and For questions, email Pratt at
sition
at the San Francisco
the reservation check, pay- include a new member form. [email protected] or call
Conservatory
with American
able to RAA, to RAA Class Forms and a calendar of activ- him at 510-366-7740.
composer John Adams and received his master’s in music at
Author reads from new western novel
F. Richard Allen will read
from “Riding Shotgun” and
also from his book of poetry,
“Serious Drifting,” on Monday, June 12, at 6 p.m. in the
Redwood Room at Gateway.
Wine, soda, bottled water and
cake will be served.
“Riding Shotgun on the
Normal Stage” has received
the best five-star ratings on
Amazon and is touted to be a
“new content” western.
Allen will bring a limited
supply of books to sell and sign
on a first-come, first-served basis. The sale price at the launch
will be $10. The Amazon price
is currently $11.99.
The book is also available
on Kindle and Kindle Unlimited. For information, go to the
book’s web page at www.ridingshotgunonthenormalstage.
com or check out the Facebook
page with the same name.
The book is about Isidro, a
Tarahumara Indian from the
Sierra Madre Mountains of
Mexico, who immigrates to
America in 1875. His tribe,
even then, has a reputation for
hunting, requiring long distance running in order to catch
and kill their prey.
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For information, email Allen at [email protected].
Gregory Taboloff
Peabody Conservatory in Baltimore.
Winning his first state competition at age 15 and capturing first prize up and down
the state of California over
the next four years, Taboloff
went on to represent the United States in two renowned international competitions, the
Tchaikovsky in Moscow and
the Queen Elisabeth in Brussels.
For tickets, call the Lesher box office at 943-SHOW
or visit www.lesherartcenter.
org.
Sierra Chamber Society
concert is on Sunday
The Sierra Chamber Society
will conclude its 30th concert
season with a diverse program
featuring members of the San
Francisco Symphony and distinguished guests.
The performance is on Sunday, June 4, at 3 p.m. at nearby
Grace Presbyterian Church,
2100 Tice Valley Blvd.
The program includes Dmitri Shostakovich’s Adagio and
Allegretto for String Quartet
performed by strings of the
San Francisco Symphony.
Beethoven’s seldom-heard
Duo for Flute and Bassoon
will be performed by Douglas
Brown, California Symphony
principal bassoonist, and Laurie Camphouse, flute, of the
Santa Cruz and Monterey symphonies as well as the California Symphony.
Jean-Michel
Damase’s
charming Trio for Piccolo,
Bassoon and Harp will also be
performed. Brown and Camphouse will be joined by harpist
Meredith Clark, who has performed as guest principal harp
of the San Francisco Symphony, Bargemusic in New York
City and many other prestigious ensembles.
Clark will also perform
Germaine Tailleferre’s Sonata
for Harp. Tailleferre was the
only female member of Les
Six, which included Francis
Poulenc, Darius Milhaud and
Artur Honegger.
The program will conclude
with Schubert’s stirring String
Quartet No. 9 in G minor, D.173,
also featuring strings from the
San Francisco Symphony.
As always, a preconcert talk is
at 2 featuring Rossmoor resident
Steven Lowe, a classical music
lecturer and program annotator.
Ticket prices are $16 to
$24. Seating is open. Although
tickets are usually available
at the door, it’s recommended
that tickets be purchased in
advance. For information and
tickets go to [email protected] or call 322-0994.
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Wendy Watling’s baseball photo judged best in show
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 (as well as on a
screen), or as a digital presentation where it is also shown
on a large screen.
The competition on May 17
featured the digital categories
of nature and creative. Prints
competed under the classification of journalism and travel.
This event’s judge was Terry Toomey who has been a
member of the Alameda Photographic Society for many
years. She believes creative
vision is highly personal and
that it is a judge’s duty to point
out what works best in a photo.
The value of competition
nights is substantially educational, providing a learning experience for the photographer
that focuses on the use of a
camera and its pictorial results.
The process is painless to
the submitting photographer
and without embarrassment
as all submissions are anonymous. Beginning photographers are especially encouraged to compete and are very
often pleased and surprised as
they find their names among
the winning entries. Entry-level “shooters” compete in the
basic category, moving up
the scale to intermediate, advanced and finally, masters as
they learn their craft.
This event’s winners are:
Creative prints
Basic: first place, Jean Chen
for “Night Pollinator”; second,
Jean DeVinney, “Jellyfish”; and
third, Angie Martin, “Cactus”
Advanced: first place, O.J.
“French Pilots” by David Pierce
“Highway 21” by Rob Gendreau
“Wild Pitch” by Wendy Watling
Erickson for “Peacock”
Journalism projected
Basic: first place and best
in show, Wendy Watling for
“Wild Pitch”; second, Arlene
Cohen, “Fire Truck”’; and
third, DeVinney, “Buddha”
Intermediate: first place,
Karl Hoenke for “Knitting”;
second, Chen, “Foods for
Elephants; and third, Chen,
“Crosses of Lafayette”
Advanced: first place,
David Pierce for “French
Pilots”; second, Rob Gendreau, “I ron Pour”; and
third, Andy Neureuther,
“Canada Geese”
Masters: first place, Steve
Goodall for “Precision Performance”; second and third,
Flo Hendry, two “Women’s
March” photos; and honorable
mention, Goodall, “Crash”
Nature prints
Basic: first and second
place, Chen for “Antelope and
Kid’ and “Acorn Woodpecker”; third, Robert Adler, “Garter Snake”; honorable mention,
Fragrance Liu, “Mourning
Dove”; and honorable mention, Adler, “Falcon”
Advanced: first place,
Goodall for “Bobcat”; second,
Neureuther, “Blue Heron”;
and third, Neureuther, “Great
Egret”
Travel projected
Basic: first place, Chen for
“Village”; second, Fragrance
Liu, “Amsterdam”; and third,
“Precision Performance” by Steve Goodall
DeVinney, “Louvre”
Intermediate: first and second place, Hoenke for “Morning Delivery” and “Reflections” and third, Angie Martin,
“Mt. Diablo”
Advanced: first and second
place, Gendrau for “Highway
21” and “Climbers”; third,
Walter Krovoza, “Mission San
Juan Capistrano”; honorable
mention, Neureuther, “Shelling”; and honorable mention,
Mark Forrette, “Glacier”
The club welcomes those
who have an interest in learning about their camera and how
satisfying it is to take a good
picture. No matter if you shoot
with a phone, tablet or DSLR,
you’re welcome to join.
New photographers with entry-level skills are especially
encouraged to join. For information, call Allen Nordgren at
510-517-4568.
Awakening joy program Mystery Book Club meets Monday
starts in June and
runs through October
The awakening joy program will be offered again this year,
beginning Wednesday, June 14. This program explores the
principles and practices that bring people more peace, well-being and happiness.
The program is Buddhist-based and backed by the findings of neuroscientists. Students will use as their guide, James
Baraz’s book, “Awakening Joy: 19 Steps that Will Put You on
the Road to Real Happiness.”
The steps the class will focus on include integrity, mindfulness, gratitude, finding joy in difficult times, the joy of letting
go, loving ourselves, connection with others, compassion and
the joy of being.
Each class will include meditations, discussion questions
and tools to use to create more joy in a person’s life. The 10 sessions are on the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month,
June 14 through Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to noon in the Ivy Room
at Dollar.
The facilitator is Joan Redding, who has collaborated with
Baraz for seven years. She has run the program at the Mt.
Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church in Walnut Creek since
2010. She facilitated the program at Rossmoor last year.
The cost of the program is $35, and students will need to
purchase the book, which is available on Amazon.
For information and to register for the program, call Ellen
Doerfer at 943-7879 or email her at [email protected].
The Mystery Book Club
meets Monday, June 5, at 7
p.m. in Multipurpose Room 1
at Gateway.
The author to be discussed
is Laurie R. King, a New York
Times bestselling author of 25
novels and other works. She
wrote the Mary Russell-Sherlock Holmes mystery series
and the Kate Martinelli series.
She received the Edgar
Award for “A Grave Talent,”
her first novel written in
1993. It was the beginning
of an alphabet of awards won
over the years for several of
her novels.
The Kate Martinelli mystery series consisted of five
novels set in modern day
San Francisco. The Sherlock
Holmes series opened the door
to a view of Holmes as a mentor and finally a partner to an
unusually gifted young American named Mary Russell. The
stories of their partnership are
not unlike the mysteries woven by Holmes creator Arthur
Conan Doyle.
Everyone is welcome to
meetings, even if they have not
read anything by the featured
author. Meetings are usually
held the first Monday of each
month at 7 p.m. in Multipurpose Room 1. The July and
September meetings are held
on the second Monday of the
month allowing for national
holidays.
Rossmoor Squares honor caller Bert Swerer
T h e Ro s s m o o r S q u a r e
Dance Club’s annual hoedown will be Sunday, June 4,
from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Event
Center.
The club’s caller, Bert
Swerer, will be honored for
his 50 years of square-dance
calling. Featured callers will
be Swerer, Mike Amell and
Gary Kendall.
Swerer was recently honored at the 44th annual Convention of the International
Association of Square Dance
Callers for 50 years of calling.
The association helps to standardize square dance calls so
that dancers may go anywhere
in the world and square dance.
All of the calls are international.
During his 50-year career,
Swerer has called for at least
50 different clubs. He currently calls on a weekly basis for
the Rossmoor Square Dance
Club and for the Twin City
Steppers in Fairfield. He is
well known for his expertise
in teaching new dancers and
teaches classes on Saturday
mornings for the Martinez
Swingers.
Square dancers from other
East Bay clubs will attend the
hoedown. The cost to dancers
is $10. Spectators are welcome
at no charge.
F o r i n fo r m a t io n , g o t o
www.rossmoorsquares.org or
Facebook.
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New RAA exhibit will be hung
Center Rep presents
on Saturday at Gateway complex ‘Altar Boyz’ at Lesher
Rossmoor Art Association
(RAA) members are invited
to submit up to three pieces of
their current artwork for exhibit and sale at Gateway from
Sunday, June 4, to Sunday,
Oct. 1.
New works will be taken
in on Sunday, June 4, from
10 a.m. until noon in the Oak
Room at Gateway. 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. This refers
to the framed outside dimensions.
Images of nudes or religious
icons will not be accepted.
Entry forms are available
online at www.rossmoorart.
com or in Art Studio I at Gateway. Artists should complete
all paperwork before bringing
in their artwork.
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.
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 that require
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 are allowed. For
guidance, see the membership
directory or go online.
Members who currently have artwork hanging at
Gateway are asked to pick up
their pieces between 10 a.m.
and noon on June 4. 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 who submits artwork must be a resident and
current member of RAA. Membership applications are available online or in Art Studio 1.
Annual dues are $10. Membership checks, payable to
RAA, should be sent to 1001
Golden Rain Road or placed
in the Art Association mailbox
at Gateway. There are no other
charges for exhibiting artwork.
Cal Alumni Club presents author
Joe Lurie at next Tuesday meeting
The Cal Berkeley Alumni
Club of Rossmoor presents author Joe Lurie on Tuesday, June
6, at 7 p.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway.
He will discuss his award
winning book, “Perception and
Deception, A Mind-Opening
Journey across Culture.” The
talk will be about misunderstandings and misperceptions
across cultures.
This book talk is free to
members and $10 to nonmembers. All are welcome. No reservations are required.
Discounted and signed books
will be available for those who
may want to explore the topic
further. The cost is $10 per copy,
paid with cash only.
“Perception and Deception”
is an engaging and insightful introduction to cross-cultural miscommunications and their implications in a hyper-connecting,
globalized world.
Lurie’s infectious curiosity in
uncovering and understanding
cultural differences will help
people gain a fuller appreciation for the richness of human
diversity, and the multiple things
that can go wrong when trying
to communicate across cultures.
Lurie is a cross-cultural communication trainer, teacher and
speaker. He is Executive Director Emeritus at UC Berkeley’s
International House.
A former Peace Corps volunteer in Kenya, he has directed
programs in France, Kenya and
Ghana for the School for International Training. He’s lectured
on cultural contrasts for Cal Discoveries in South Africa, Thailand, Bali, Italy and France.
For information about Lurie
and his book, visit www.PerceptionAndDeception.com.
Seema Mahboob teaches portrait class
through RAA, starts on Sunday
Bay A rea a r tist a nd
Rossmoor instructor Seema
Mahboob continues her popular Sunday afternoon class on
drawing or painting portraits
from a photograph.
Classes are June 4 through
July 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. in
Art Studio 2 at Gateway. The
cost for the seven-week series
is $150. Students may work in
the medium of their choice.
Mahboob will introduce
students to the skills and tools
essential for accurate rendering from a photograph. Learn
the important tools to see correctly and to interpret what
you see.
Understand the importance
of form shadows and cast
shadows and what role shadows play in achieving a realistic portrait. Explore negative
shapes, angles and comparative measurements and learn
ways to see and interpret what
is in the photograph.
Mahboob has extensive
teaching experience. Currently, she teaches drawing and
collage classes for Walnut
Creek Civic Arts and for local adult education programs.
She has earned various awards
locally and abroad. To see her
work, visit www.seemamahboob.weebly.com.
The class, sponsored by
the Rossmoor Art Association
(RAA), is open to students of
all levels. Send a reservation
check, payable to RAA, to
RAA Class Enrollment, 1966
Tice Valley Blvd. No. 278,
Walnut Creek CA 94595. Note
on the memo line: “Mahboob
portrait class.”
Also include a note with your
name, address, phone number
and email address in order to
receive class notifications.
Students must be a member
of the RAA to take the class.
New members add $10 for annual dues and include a new
member form. Forms and a
calendar of activities are available at www.rossmoorart.com
or in Art Studio 1 at Gateway.
For information about
the class, email Mahboob at
[email protected].
Museum presents James Howe exhibit
Shadelands Ranch Museum will host an exhibit
about James Howe from June
11 through Aug. 26 at 2660
Ygnacio Valley Rd., Walnut
Creek.
Howe was a successful Associated Press foreign correspondent, a collector of antique
furniture and corkscrews, a
CIA and Secret Service agent,
a gardener tending Sequoias
and flowers, a member of the
San Francisco Press Club, a
gourmet cook and award-winning vintner – and a pigeon
keeper.
Learn about this fascinat-
ing man and his accomplishments, including a final gift to
the community – his Gopher
Gulch Ranch property – which
allowed the expansion of John
Muir Health.
The exhibit is open Sundays
and Wednesdays from 1 to
3:30 p.m.
Center Repertory Company in Walnut Creek presents “Altar
Boyz” at the Lesher Center for the Arts from May 26 through
July 1.
Full of sharp parody, spectacular dancing and irreverent humor, this musical is a spoof about a heavenly guy-group. The
musical offers a mix of side-splitting songs convincing enough
to be played on MTV, laughs and fun.
This award-winning new musical is 90 minutes long.
The musical is directed and choreographed by Keith Pinto.
The actors include Josh Ditto, William Hoshida (Equity), Sean
Okuniewicz, Justin Sabino and Tyce (Equity).
Ticket prices range from $37 to $72.
For information, go to www.CenterREP.org or call 943-7469.
Center Repertory Company is the resident professional theater
company of the Lesher Center for the Arts.
Fireside Club holds
dinner dance Friday
with Manny Gutierrez
The Fireside Club dinner dance will be on Friday, June 2, in
the Fireside Room at Gateway.
The evening begins at 6 with a hosted cocktail hour in the
Fireside lounge. Hot and cold hors d’oeuvres will be served.
At 7, Creekside Grill staff will serve the three course dinner.
The entree choice is chicken Marsala or portabella mushroom
Marsala. The menu also includes a Caesar salad, creamy polenta, green beans and mushrooms and strawberry shortcake.
To complement the meal, each table will be supplied with bottles of red and white wine. Decaffeinated coffee or hot tea will
be served with dessert.
From 7:15 to 9:45, the Manny Gutierrez Quartet will play music for dancing and listening enjoyment. The quartet will play
dance tunes and top hits from its extensive repertoire.
The cost is $70 for member couples and $85 for guest couples.
Reservations are now being accepted.
Reservation checks, payable to the Fireside Club, should be
mailed to Ced Ferrett at 3466 Tice Creek Drive No. 1, Entry 13,
or put into the drop box outside his front door. Be sure to note the
vegetarian option on the check. The deadline for reservations or
refunds is Friday, May 26.
Tables will be assigned based upon the postmark or receipt of
the envelope. Tables can be set up for four couples, if members
want to bring friends or guests.
For membership information and an invitation to the dinner
dance, call Membership Chairwoman Mary Richard at 530-7010879 or club President Bob Shelton at 989-2454.
The Fireside Club holds six, every other month, dinner dances
for Rossmoor members and nonresident member couples who
enjoy fine dining, a friendly atmosphere and dancing or listening
to live music. The attire is coat and tie for men and cocktail attire
for women.
Lapidary Club launches
featured artist program
Rossmoor Lapidary Club will
launch a featured artist program
this summer.
The program will highlight
artists who work with metal,
fused glass, stones, gems or
beading. Every two months the
club will select a new featured
artist by random drawing. Artists will display multiple pieces
in the Lapidary Studio for a twomonth period.
Each artist will be interviewed by the club’s board of
directors. From that meeting
an article about the artist will
be submitted to the Rossmoor
News.
The article will be a brief biography of the artist, covering
topics such as the artist’s creative process, their motivation,
who inspired them, and the experiences the artist has had with
the discipline.
Artists interested in becom-
ing a featured artist must be a
member of the Rossmoor Lapidary Club. To participate, watch
for a Rossmoor News article
announcing when applications
are due. Applications can be obtained at the Lapidary Studio or
printed from www.rossmoorlapidary.com.
The club has over 120 members. The studio is located by
Peacock Plaza near Gateway
and is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.,
Monday through Friday. All
skill levels are welcome.
The club offers numerous
classes in the various lapidary
arts throughout the year. All
items in the studio windows and
the display cases are crafted by
members and are for sale.
To learn more about the club,
visit www.rossmoorlapidary.
com or email club President
Carol Lehr at lehrcp@gmail.
com.
Movies
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‘The Space Between Us’
airs Thursday and Friday MEICOR shows ‘Six Days in June’
The 2017 drama “The Space
Between Us,” starring Gary
Oldman and Asa Butterfield,
will be shown in Peacock Hall
at Gateway on Thursday, June
1, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. and on Friday, June 2, at 10 a.m., 1, 4, 7
and 9 p.m. Language captions
will be utilized on Thursday at
1 and 7 p.m. and on Friday at
10 a.m. and 1 p.m.
The film “A United Kingdom” originally scheduled
for this date will be shown on
June 15 and 16 due to the release date for that film being
delayed.
As the first Mars-bred human, 16-year-old Gardner Elliot is now ready to venture toward Earth to pursue an online
romance. As he plots his journey, he uncovers more about
his mom, who died in childbirth, and his dad, who’s never
been identified.
This film is two hours long
and is rated PG-13. This free
program is sponsored by the
Recreation Department and is
open to all residents and their
guests.
The PBS documentary
“Six Days in June: The War
that Redefined the Middle East” will be shown by
the Middle East Education
and Information Council
of Rossmoor (MEICOR)
on Wednesday, June 7, at
4 p.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway
Shot on location in Israel,
Palestine, Egypt, Syria, Jordan, Moscow and Washington, D.C., and using newly
declassified archives, home
movie footage and personal
photographs, evocative creations and dozens of inter-
views, this film offers unprecedented insight into the
story of the Six-Day War.
Israel was able to repel the
Arab attack in an astounding
six days.
This new documentary
brings to life the battlefields,
politics and the personal stories of the many lives the war
affected. The cast of characters includes Israel Prime
Minister Levi Eshkol, Defense Minister Moshe Dayan,
Egyptian President Gamal
Abdel Nasser, Field Marshall
Amer and President Lyndon
B. Johnson.
This documentary examines how the war came about,
how it was fought and how it
reshaped the regional political landscape … all in six
days.
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 or to
join MEICOR, call Karolyn Rim-Stein at 707-8459888.
Cary Grant stars in
‘Gunga Din’ Saturday Democrats to show ‘Dr. Strangelove’
The 1939 drama “Gunga Din,” starring Cary Grant and Joan
Fontaine, will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Saturday, June 3, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. Language captions will be utilized
at the 1 and 4 p.m. showings.
Three British soldiers, Sgt. Cutter (Grant), Sgt. Ballantine
(Douglas Fairbanks Jr.) and Sgt. McChesney (Victor McLaglen)
are sent to India to investigate sabotaged telegraph wires.
Ballantine’s loyalties are divided, however, since all he longs
for is to settle down with his beloved (Fontaine).
This film is one hour and 57 minutes long and is not rated.
This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department
and is open to all residents and their guests.
‘How to Steal a Million’
shows twice on Sunday
The 1966 comedy “How To
Steal A Million,” starring Peter
O’Toole and Audrey Hepburn,
will be shown in Peacock Hall at
Gateway on Sunday, June 4, at 4
and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 p.m.
will feature language captions.
When art collector and forger
Charles Bonnet (Hugh Griffith)
lets his ego get the best of his
senses and loans his prized Cellini “Venus” (a forged version) to a
museum, trouble ensues.
It doesn’t take Bonnet and his
granddaughter (Hepburn) long
to realize the museum won’t be
duped. They hire a suave burglar
(O’Toole) to steal the statue back.
This film is two hours and
three 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 French Connection’
will be shown on Tuesday
The 1971 Best Picture Oscar winner “The French Connection,” starring Gene Hackman, will be shown in Peacock
Hall at Gateway on Tuesday,
June 6, at 1 p.m. The showing
will feature language captions.
Jimmy “Popeye” Doyle
(Hackman) is a narcotics detective pursuing a suave French
drug dealer (Fernando Rey)
through New York City. This
thrilling drama (based on a true
story) is famous for its famous
car versus elevated train chase.
This movie is one hour and
44 minutes long and is rated R.
This film has the distinction
of being the first R rated film
to win the Best Picture Oscar.
This free program is sponsored
by the Recreation Department
and is open to all residents and
their guests.
Couples Club airs ‘Trumbo’
The 30s/40s/50s Couples
Club will show the film, “Trumbo,” on Tuesday, June 13, at 7
p.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway.
Nominated for several major
acting awards, Bryan Cranston
portrays Dalton Trumbo who
was Hollywood’s top screenwrit-
er until he and others were jailed
and blacklisted for their political
beliefs.
Joined by a strong supporting
cast in this 2015 film, directed
by Jay Roach, Cranston’s performance shares how Trumbo used
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The Democrat Club of
Rossmoor will present the
1964 classic film “Dr. Strangelove: How I Learned to Stop
Worrying and Love the Bomb.”
It will air on Monday, June 12,
at 1 and 7 p.m. in Peacock Hall
at Gateway. All are welcome to
this free showing.
This political satire and
black comedy film satirizes
the Cold War fears of nuclear conf lict between the Soviet Union and the United
States.
The film was directed, produced and co-written by Stanley Kubrick, stars Peter Sellers
(in multiple roles) and George
C. Scott and features Sterling
Hayden, Keenan Wynn and
Slim Pickens.
The film is one hour and 35
minutes long and has closed
captions. For information, call
Jo Alice Canterbury at 4519585.
‘Just Eat It: A Food Waste Story’
airs next Wednesday at Peacock
Sustainable Rossmoor and
the Rossmoor Vegan Club
sponsor the movie, “Just Eat it:
A Food Waste Story.” It airs on
Wednesday, June 7, at 7 p.m. in
Peacock Hall at Gateway.
Grant Baldwin and Jenny Rustemeyer, a filmmaking
couple from Canada, are very
witty and full of personality
in presenting their story. But it
is a shocking story: the unbelievable waste of food in North
America. It’s estimated that 40
percent of the food produced
never gets eaten.
Suppliers throw out tons
and tons of perfectly edible
fruits and vegetables – from
20 to 75 percent of a harvest –
simply because they don’t look
perfect. Grocery stores insist
on perfection in looks (not
taste), maintaining that people
will not buy anything with a
blemish.
Baldwin and Rustemeyer
decide to conduct an experiment: they will eat only discarded food for six months.
They begin by rummaging
through bins in the backyards
of their friends. They graduate
to dumpster diving.
The mother lodes of perfectly good discarded food that
they find are staggering – hundreds of cartons of Halloween
chocolate, huge mounds of
granola and a bin the size of a
small swimming pool filled to
the brim with hummus.
In six months, the two
spent less than $200 on groceries and brought home more
than $20,000 worth of wasted
food.
It’s exciting to follow the
couple on their treasure hunt,
and hilarious to observe all
their freeloading. Full of infectious enthusiasm, this endearing documentary has won over
a dozen international awards.
Captions are included.
A raffle will be held. “Keep
it fresh” green bags will be
available. All Rossmoor residents and their guests are invited.
Republicans present ‘Pride of the Yankees’
The Republican Club will
show “Pride of the Yankees”
on Wednesday, June 21, at 4
p.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway. All Rossmoor residents
are invited to this free event.
This 1942 film follows Yankee baseball great Lou Gehrig (Gary Cooper) through his
baseball career, his battle with
ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease)
and his final tribute where he
declared he was the “luckiest
man on the face of the earth.”
The movie also features Babe
Ruth, who plays himself, and
Walter Brennan. This is a mustsee inspirational sports and love
story of how a gentle young
man, the son of immigrants,
handles ridicule and fame with
simplicity and modesty.
This film runs 128 minutes,
is not rated and will be shown
with language captions. For information, call Joan Leonard
at 322-5744.
Walnut Creek shows ‘Sing’ under the stars
The community of Walnut
Creek can enjoy monthly, family-friendly “Movies under the
Stars” in city parks from June
through August.
Attendees are encouraged
to bring a picnic or enjoy dinner at one of the many local
restaurants prior to the movie.
Civic Park movies include live
music before the show.
Movies are:
Saturday, June 3, Tice Valley
Park, “Sing”
Friday, July 14, Civic Park,
“The Secret Life of Pets,”
live music at 7 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 4, Heather Farm
Park, “Finding Dory,” $2
suggested donation
Friday, Aug. 25, Civic Park,
“Grease,” live music at 6:30 p.m.
The Movies under the Stars
program is sponsored by the
city of Walnut Creek, Walnut
Creek Recreation and Walnut
Creek Downtown.
For more information, call
943-5858 or visit www.WalnutCreekRec.org.
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Opera Club presents two Gay Men’s Chorus presents ‘Pride’
movies about composer
Sigmund Romberg
As part of Rossmoor’s Pride Week festivities, the Rossmoor Gay Men’s Club will show
the film, “Pride,” on Tuesday, June 13, at 1 p.m.
in Peacock Hall at Gateway.
“Pride” depicts a true story in the summer
of 1984 when U.K. gay activists work to help
the National Union of Mineworkers during its
lengthy strike.
But there is a problem; the union is embarrassed to receive their support. How this is
worked out shows the difficulties, surprises and
successes in accepting differences in a diverse
world.
This two-hour British film won a British
Academy Film Award (BAFTA) and was nominated for a Golden Globe Award in 2015.
All Rossmoor residents and guests are wel-
come to attend. The film is in English but subtitles will assist understanding British and Welsh
dialects.
For information, contact Ed Kimak at 4647692 or Larry Hutchings at 209-4611.
The Rossmoor Gay Men’s Club is a club for
gay men who want to enhance the quality of
life through social gatherings, friendship, community involvement and establishing support
networks.
Membership is open to all gay men residing
in Rossmoor. Dues are $10 per year. New and
renewing members should mail a check, payable to Rossmoor Gay Men’s Club, to Joe Ficurelli, 5593 Terra Granada Drive No. 1B. Also
include an address, phone number and email
address.
In June, the Rossmoor Opera Club will present two films with
regard to Sigmund Romberg.
Romberg was born in Hungary and immigrated to the United
States in 1909. After working briefly in a New York pencil factory, he pushed on to a major musical career.
He worked with the Shubert brothers, Al Jolson, George Gershwin and others. Romberg is best known, however, for his operettas such as “The Desert Song,” “The Student Prince” and
“New Moon.”
On Monday, June 5, “Deep in My Heart,” a film biography of
the composer will be shown at 4 p.m. in Peacock Hall at Gateway.
José Ferrer plays the composer in this lavish Technicolor film
that showcases 22 of Romberg’s musical numbers from 11 of his
Broadway shows.
The number of stars in “Deep in My Heart,” is equally impressive. Merle Oberon, Walter Pidgeon, Paul Henreid, Cyd
Charisse, Rosemary Clooney, Vic Damone, Howard Keel, Gene
Kelly, Tony Martin, Ann Miller, Jane Powell and the ballerina
June 25, at 2 p.m.
conventions of Opera America,
Tamara Toumanova, among many others, sing and dance in Continued from page 22A
regularly for San Francisco
Conductors will be Oakland the umbrella organization that
sumptuous production numbers.
The Metropolitan Opera diva Helen Traubel makes her film Opera and Festival Opera, Symphony Music Director Mi- oversees all opera productions
chael Morgan and Bryan Nies, in the United States.
debut here, and is the brightest of all the stars in this show. She will accompany the singers.
Festival Opera will per- former Youth Orchestra conThe Opera Club is a meminterprets Romberg warmly in a meltingly beautiful “Softly as in
a Morning Sunrise,” but also trumpets out a robust “Stout-heart- form “Pagliacci” and “The ductor and freelance conductor ber of the Performing Guild of
Seven Deadly Sins” at the for all San Francisco and Bay Rossmoor (PAGR). For infored Men.” The film is two hours and 12 minutes long.
mation, email Steven Lowe at
On Tuesday, June 6, “New Moon” will be shown at 4 p.m. in Lesher Center for the Arts in Area groups.
Walnut Creek on Saturday,
Festival Opera has been fea- [email protected] or call
Peacock Hall.
Residents who enjoyed “Naughty Marietta” back in April June 24, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, tured in the last two national 300-3296.
(with a Victor Herbert score) will see some similarities in “New
Moon” with a Sigmund Romberg score.
They both are set in New Orleans and both involve disguised
nobility. Jeanette MacDonald plays a haughty aristocrat who
nevertheless falls for Nelson Eddy playing a bond slave. But he’s
really a French duke, exiled from France for his activity against
the royalty just before the Revolution.
Eddy leads an uprising of slaves. There’s a fight aboard ship,
The Second Tuesday Luncheon Club will kling cider. For reservations, call Lively
a sea battle, a shipwreck and then an idyllic interlude in which
have its Flag Day Luncheon on Tuesday, June at 330-3500. The reservation deadline is
Eddy and MacDonald fall in love. MacDonald sings a lovely
13, at Dollar Clubhouse. The social hour be- Wednesday, June 7. A reminder, the res“One Kiss,” and Nelson sings his heart out in “Wanting You.”
gins at 11:30 a.m. Luncheon will be served ervation must be paid the day of the lun“Lover, Come Back to Me” and “Softly, as in a Morning Sunat noon.
cheon. Those who make a reservation and
rise” are other sublime songs in this lyrical operetta. And, of
The menu includes Caesar salad, pot roast, do not attend are expected to pay for the
course, there is the famous “Stout-hearted Men” sung stirringly
roasted potatoes and carrots with red, white lunch.
by Nelson Eddy and the male chorus.
and blue shortcake for dessert. A vegetarian
The Second Tuesday Luncheon Club
All Rossmoor residents and their guests are invited to the two
entrée is available.
meets every second Tuesday of the month,
films. A raffle will be held. A small donation to the Opera Club
Hostesses for this event are Karen Quen- September through June. All Rossmoor
will be much appreciated.
nell, Lynn Lively and Marilyn Frasier.
women are invited to join for friendship,
The cost of $17 includes wine and spar- fellowship and good food.
Festival Opera presents preview of
upcoming productions to Opera Club
Second Tuesday Luncheon Club
celebrates Flag Day on June 13
Financial Forum presents
‘Equity’ with Naomi Bishop Prime Time Couples hosts June dinner
The Financial Forum presents “Equity” on Monday, June
12, at 4 p.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway.
For better or for worse,
“Equity” is the first female-dominated depiction
of the cutthroat dealings that
define greed-is-good and ethics-are-overrated.
When the producers pitched
the film’s concept, they showed
potential backers the way
women were typically depicted in finance movies, namely
as demeaned assistants, background players, hookers and
strippers. Rarely were women
the bosses who made the deals
or even the negotiators who enabled them.
“Equity” follows Naomi
Bishop, an ambitious and aggressive senior investment
banker working on a series of
Silicon Valley initial public offerings in hopes of becoming
the head of her division.
When she is passed over for
a promotion at her firm, she
fights for the opportunity to
take a start-up public, hoping
to secure a place at the firm’s
highest level.
The film also touches on
the issues women face on Wall
Street with bosses, clients and
each other. “Equity” has received positive reviews from
critics.
This 2016 movie is rated
R for profane language and is
one hour, 40 minutes in length.
Lynne Thorner will lead a
question-and-answer session
following the movie.
For information, call Tricia
Spiegel at 954-7377.
‘Trumbo’ airs Tuesday, June 13
at Dollar catered by Simple Elegance
Prime Time Couples Dinner
Club will hold its next dinner
on Tuesday, June 20, at Dollar.
Dinner will be served by
Simple Elegance Catering.
The cost is $50 per couple for
members and $54 per couple
for non-members.
There will be a social hour
from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. during
which members and guests
will be served a variety of hors
d’oeuvres. Guests are asked
to bring their own beverages.
Dinner will be served at 6:30
p.m.
Seating will be determined
by a random drawing to mix
couples and promote acquaintanceship.
Late phone reservations
are sometimes possible. Call
Mesetz at 939-2132 for information.
Prime Time Couples Club
is a social club for couples.
It meets the third Tuesday
of every month for a catered
dinner and conversation, followed by sharing jokes and
trivia.
Couples (mar ried or not
married) are invited to learn
more about the club by
coming to dinner as paying
guests on a space-available
basis.
For information, call Vice
President Wanda King at 9342291.
Community Chorus offers singing class
The Rossmoor Community Chorus sponsors a summer
his words and wit to win two Academy Awards while continuing to singing class on Wednesdays,
beginning June 7, from noon
write under a false name.
to 1 p.m. in the Las Trampas
The film has a viewing time of 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Admission is free and open to all Rossmoor residents. For infor- Room at Hillside.
Learn the tricks that allow
mation, contact Jackie Smith at 279-3346.
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Dinner will be citrus salad
with mandarin oranges and
toasted almonds, garlic rosemary pork tenderloin with herb
sauce, Parmesan garlic roasted baby potatoes, dill-buttered
baby carrots, and key lime pie
with whipped cream.
A vegetarian option is available on request. Wine, coffee
and tea will be served with the
meal.
Reservation checks must be
received by Thursday, June 15.
Checks can be dropped off at
the club’s message box at Gateway or mailed or delivered to
Treasurer Tom Mesetz, 2132
Golden Rain Road No. 1, Entry 13.
the natural beauty of your
voice to shine through. Improve your vocal range, projection and tone quality in this
drop-in class, which is $7 per
class. Bring favorite songs to
sing.
The class is taught by Frank
Ryken, the Community Chorus director since 1995. He has
taught private and class lessons
for 35 years.
For information, contact
Ryken at [email protected].
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Dunsmuir Scottish Dancers perform at ‘Evening in Scotland’
The International Club and
the Caledonian Society invite
residents to “An Evening in
Scotland and a Gathering of the
Clans” on Saturday, June 24, at
the Event Center.
Come and enjoy the food and
fun of Scotland.
The evening begins at 5 with
a hosted open bar. A piper will
greet guests at the door. Hors
d’oeuvres of cucumber bites
with herbed cream cheese and
cherry tomatoes, stuffed baby
new potatoes and bacon and
cheese sourdough melts will
be served followed by a taste of
The Haggis and a wee dram of
scotch.
Dinner is at 6. The entrée is
a choice of prime rib of beef
au jus, grilled salmon with dill
sauce or a vegetarian choice of
grilled vegetable skewers on
a bed of broccoli quinoa. The
menu also includes a green salad, clapshot and a sautéed vegetable medley. Dessert is vanilla ice cream with a shortbread
cookie. Coffee and tea will also
be served.
There will be a short program explaining Scottish clans
and how they identify them-
selves with their tartans.
The evening’s entertainment
features the Dunsmuir Scottish
Dancers. The company is dedicated to keeping alive the spirit
and form of Scottish dances.
The dances and music are the
history of Scotland representing its freedom, superstitions,
oppression and wars.
The cost is $35 for International Club and Caledonian
Society members and $40 for
nonmembers. To see the entertainment only, the cost is $10
per person and spectators are
asked to arrive before 7:15.
Reservation forms can
be found in the International Club’s mailbox at Gateway.
Checks, payable to the International Club, can be left in
the club mailbox or mailed to
the International Club at 1001
Golden Rain Road.
Those who want to sit together should include all their
checks in one envelope. The
reservation deadline is Friday,
June 16.
For information regarding
the evening, contact David Heflich at [email protected] or
at 702-349-8182.
The International Club
brings together residents who
share an interest in the customs and traditions of foreign
countries or who are foreign
born, lived or traveled abroad.
The club’s dinner events feature food and entertainment of
countries worldwide.
Membership applications are
available in the club mailbox at
Gateway, on the club’s website
at www.ic-rossmoor.org or on
Facebook at www.facebook.
com/internationalclub. David
Heflich can also be contacted at
[email protected] or at 702349-8182.
The International Club is a
proud member of the Performing Arts Guild of Rossmoor.
The purpose of the Caledonian Society is to foster programs connected with Scottish culture, traditions, history,
clans and genealogy. Scottish
heritage is not a requirement
for membership. Membership
is open to all persons with an
interest in any aspect of Scottish life.
The Caledonian Society
will sponsor a trip to Britain in
August. The highlight will be
The Dunsmuir Scottish Dancers will entertain at the gathering
of the clans.
to attend the Edinburgh Royal
Military Tattoo. Pipe bands and
military bands from all over the
world will gather on the parade
grounds of Edinburgh Castle to
play Scottish tunes culminating
in the haunting bugle call of the
Last Post.
Information and the itinerary are available in the Cale-
donian Society mailbox at
Gateway. For more general
information, contact Doug or
Pam Hipsley at 954-1041 or at
[email protected].
For detailed travel information and reservations, contact
Dorothy Harders of Pulaski
Travel at 300-3356 or email
[email protected].
Singles Salon will hold a
Hawaiian luau buffet at Dollar Clubhouse on Sunday, June
11, at 6 p.m. A social hour with
Hawaiian appetizers will be followed by a buffet with choice of
grilled salmon, teriyaki chicken,
pork, fried rice and veggie stir
fry, with pineapple upside-down
cake for dessert.
A Hawaiian band and singer will provide entertainment.
Send checks ($40 for members,
$45 for invited guests) to David
Church, 1224 Rockledge Lane
No. 5, by June 5. On June 11, don
a favorite Hawaiian shirt, mumu,
surfer shorts, white pants and/or
grass skirt and join the party.
Singles Salon is a Rossmoor
social club that provides an active social program for single
men and women. In addition to
the bimonthly dinners at Dollar, the club holds weekly happy hours called YITs (for “Yea
It’s Thursday”), monthly dinners
that alternate between dining-out
events at local restaurants and
dining-in events at members’
homes, and “Escapes” to musical, theater or other events within and outside Rossmoor.
The next YIT will be tomorrow, June 1, at 4:45 p.m., at the
Modern China Café at 1525
North Main St., Walnut Creek
(park on the street, in the Lesher
garage on Locust, or in the Library lot on Broadway).
The YIT will be at 4:45 p.m.
at Scott’s Seafood on North California St., Walnut Creek, on
June 8, and at Vic Stewarts on
South Broadway on June 15.
The YITs are primarily for
Singles Salon members, but
non-members are welcome to attend a few YITs without invitation to learn more about the club,
its members and its membership
policies. For more information
call Bill Race at 459-0960.
Singles Salon’s dining-out
events at local restaurants alternate on a monthly basis with
dining-in events at members’
homes. Attendance at dining-in
events is limited to members
who agree to take their turn either hosting a dinner at their
home or helping to plan and
cook in another member’s home.
The next Singles Salon Escape with be a private, guided
architectural walking tour of
Russian Hill in San Francisco on
Sunday, May 28, led by Singles
Salon member David Church,
who is an official guide for such
tours.
The group will carpool from
Gateway at 9 a.m. and take
BART and buses to Russian
Hill. After a two-hour walking
tour, the group will have lunch
at a Russian Hill restaurant, then
take bus and BART back to Walnut Creek, getting home about 3
p.m. Non-members will be welcome if space is available. For
more information, call Church
at 733-4005.
For more information about
Singles Salon and its membership policies, contact Membership Chair Dione Williams at
933-9077.
Italian-American Club celebrates
Singles Salon to hold
summer with dinner dance
Hawaiian luau buffet
The Italian-American Club
will celebrate summer at a
dinner dance on Friday, June
9, at the Event Center. The
hosted bar will be open from
5:15 to 6 p.m. Dinner, catered
by Il Pavone, will be served at
6:30.
The menu includes antipasto, Caesar salad, penne alla
marinara, lombo di maiale alla
mostarda di frutta, (pork loin
in fruit sauce mostarda) patate rosse arrostite (roasted red
potatoes), vegetali di primavera al dente and torta di mele
alla campagnola con panna
(apple cobbler with whipped
cream). Red and white wine,
decaffeinated coffee and tea
also will be included.
The evening will feature
music by the Manny Guiterrez band. Men’s attire is coat
and tie and women’s is dressy.
The dinner is $32 for members and $38 for guests. Send
reservation checks to Bertha
Messina, 2666 Saklan Indian
Drive No. 8, Entry 12. Checks
may also be left in her decorative mailbox.
Those who want to be seated together should send names
and checks in one envelope.
The deadline for reservations
is Friday, June 2.
Those unable to attend, but
who have paid, can arrange to
pick up their dinner after 7:30
p.m. by calling Kathy Johnson at 300-3754 by noon on
the day of the event.
Residents of direct Italian
descent or whose spouse is
of Italian descent are invited
to become members. Guests
are always welcome at club
events.
Membership forms may be
obtained from Sandy Cavallo at 930-9310 or downloaded
from the website www.Italianamericanclub.org.
The TGIF Club presents the
11-piece jambalaya swing band
Island Fever on Friday, June 16,
at the Event Center. The band
will play music for dancing and
entertainment. Hawaiian dress
is appropriate.
The cocktail hour starts at
6 p.m. with exotic appetizers,
including shrimp and potato skins, served by Creekside
Grill.
Dinner at 7 features island
fare – sweet and sour mahi-mahi with rice and bok-choy.
The menu also includes a cabbage-pineapple salad, and dessert is pineapple-upside cake.
The vegetarian option is a
sweet and sour kebab.
Red and white wine as well
as decaffeinated coffee and
tea will be available. Par-
ty-goers are welcome to bring
their own wine.
The cost is $35 for members
and $40 for guests. Members
are encouraged to bring guests,
and guest names should be included along with the reservation check.
Reservations are now being
accepted. Reservation checks,
payable to TGIF Club, should
be mailed to Margaret Ferrari at
1457 Oakmont Drive No. 7, Entry 11, or placed in the drop box
outside her door. Reservations
fill up very quickly so members
should not delay sending in payment.
Reservations will be filled in
the order received. Those who
want to sit together must send
all checks in the same envelope.
Those who want the vegetarian
option should write “vegetarian” on the check or attach a
note.
The reservation deadline
is Friday, June 9, at 5 p.m. Refunds will not be honored after
this date. To cancel a reservation
prior to the deadline, call Ferrari at 650-465-7755.
TGIF is a Rossmoor resident
members-only dinner dance
club that holds themed catered
dinner dance parties on the third
Friday of each month (except
January and September). A limited number of memberships for
interested Rossmoor residents
are now available.
For information on how to
join, call Barrie Christensen,
membership chairwoman, at
935-3751 or at barriedelrod@
sbcglobal.net.
TGIF presents Island Fever at its
Hawaiian-themed dinner dance June 16
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Hawaii State Club presents luau
with hula dancers to honor king
The Hawaii State Club plans
a luau with entertainment to
honor King Kamehameha on
Saturday, June 10, at the Event
Center.
The doors will open at 5 p.m.
for a social hour featuring mai
tais, wine and iced tea at the
Tiki Bar. Also served will be
pupus (hors d’oeuvres) of bacon
and cheese sourdough melts,
glazed kielbasa pineapple bites
and meatballs.
Rossmoor’s hula dance
group, Na Kupuna O Kealoha,
will entertain guests during the
social hour.
Dinner by Simple Elegance
will begin at 6. The entrée choices are Kona chicken, grilled
salmon with teriyaki sauce or
roasted butternut squash stuffed
with roasted seasonal vegetables.
The menu also includes
Caesar salad, fried rice, fresh
grilled vegetables and Hawaiian dinner rolls. Dessert will
be pineapple upside down cake
garnished with whipped cream.
Decaffeinated coffee as well as
red and white wine will be provided on each table.
The evening’s entertainment
begins at 7 and features KaUa
Tuahine, a hula halau from
Berkeley, dedicated to the perpetuation of performing arts of
Hawaii and Tahiti.
Hawaiian dancers will perform at the Hawaii State Club luau.
Under the creative direction
of Kumu Mahealani Uchiyama,
founder and director of the Mahea Uchiyama Center for International Dance, this award-winning halau will bring the beauty
and energy of Polynesian dance
to all luau attendees.
The cost of the dinner and
show is $33 per member and
$39 per nonmember.
Reservation checks, payable
to the Hawaii State Club, may
be placed in the club mailbox at
Gateway or mailed to Michael
Herr at 1817 Skycrest Drive No.
2. Cash is not accepted. Note
the entrée choices and whether attendees are members or
guests.
For those who want to sit
together, all checks must be
submitted together. Early res-
ervations are urged. The reservations deadline is noon on
Wednesday, June 7. To confirm
that your check was received,
call Herr at 938-6215.
The party is open to family
and friends of members and all
residents of Rossmoor. Also, an
invitation for membership in the
Hawaii State Club is extended
to those who enjoy Hawaii.
Annual dues are $15 per person. For those who join now,
there is an added advantage –
attendance at this luau and all
other luaus this year at the reduced member rate. Membership applications are available
in the club mailbox.
For information, call Gov.
Les Crosbie at 937-4967 or
Membership Chairman Herr at
938-6215.
tourism and occasional surprise
topics.
The group shares a light
snack, often with wine. The goal
is to enjoy the companionship of
like-minded people who have
happy memories of France or
other francophone settings.
Some members were born in
France. Others learned French
in school or elsewhere. A few
members polished their French
skills while living in franco-
Boomers host Pub Trivia, Round 2
The first Boomers Forever Pub Trivia Competition in
April drew a great crowd of
boomers and non-boomers
alike.
Formal teams as well as individuals were ssembled into
groups by the trivia masters,
Michelle and Chuck Beach.
They pondered questions on a
variety of topics, such as baseball and rabbits.
Round 2 of the competition
is on Saturday, June 17, beginning at 7 p.m. in the Oak
Room at Gateway.
All residents with an interest in brain teasing trivia are
welcome to attend. Assemble
a group of smart friends as a
team or arrive as an individual to be assigned to one. Note:
The winners of the first competition were a random group
that first met that night.
The Beaches, experienced
Pub Trivia hosts, will pres-
ent four rounds of 10 trivia
questions each. Each round of
questions has a theme, such as
music, sports or history.
Team members confer on
answers and once all questions
are completed, the answers are
revealed and scored. Note: no
cell phones, smart watches
and tablets are permitted. It
just wouldn’t be fair.
There will be breaks after
each round so all can munch
and mingle. And, there will be
post-competition Trivial Pursuit available to be played by
interested parties.
Teams earn points for each
question answered correctly
until a winner is determined at
the end of the evening. Winning team members will earn
bragging rights as well as raffle tickets for a chance to win
gift card prizes at the end of
year drawing in December.
It is not necessary to attend
The Shalom Club of
Rossmoor will meet on Saturday, June 17, at 7 p.m. in the
Diablo Room at Hillside Clubhouse.
JPJazz will entertain. The
group features the singing of
Jack Pollard with Dan Daniels
on the keyboard. The show
will encompass jazz as well as
rhythm and blues.
Pollard has previously performed in Rossmoor and the
surrounding area.
There will be an elaborate
dessert table. Attendees can
enjoy dessert while listening to
Pollard’s silky baritone voice.
The cost is $12 per person
for members and $15 per person for nonmembers. The annual dues are $10.
Reservation checks, payable to the Shalom Club of
Rossmoor, may be left in the
club’s mailbox at Gateway or
mailed to Ed Goldberg, 888
Terra California No. 4. Be sure
to include a phone number and
email address. The deadline is
Thursday, June 15.
For information, contact
Sheila Levinsky at 448-2064.
The club was formed to be
a social gathering place for the
Rossmoor Jewish community
to meet new and old friends
and enjoy participating in activities.
For information about the
club, call Larry Silver at 9548823. For all club information,
visit the club’s new website at
rossmoorshalom.com.
Ladies Who Lunch plan
outing to Postino eatery
The Ladies Who Lunch
group of the 30s/40s/50s Couples Club will dine at Postino,
located at 3565 Mt. Diablo
Blvd. in Lafayette, on Tuesday,
June 20.
Postino is a well-known
eatery offering attractive and
delicious luncheon salads and
entrees at reasonable prices
served in a pleasant atmosphere.
The group will meet at
phone West Africa. French is 11:30 a.m. in the far corner of
Gateway parking lot to form
spoken in a variety of accents.
The meeting is open to anyone carpools to the restaurant.
For reservations, contact
interested in speaking French;
membership is $10 a year. Some
people come simply to enjoy listening to French conversation.
There are occasional translations
or explanations in English.
For information, call club
Members of The Connection
President Lydia Bernhardt at have been busy preparing for
287-1258 or Arianne Franc at the annual picnic, which will be
954-8797.
held on Tuesday, June 6, on the
patio at Dollar Clubhouse.
The fun will start at 11:30
a.m. with chips and dips and
lots of socialization along with
sangria, ice tea and lemonade.
all Pub Trivia Nights, nor be
At noon, hamburgers or
present at the drawing to win.
veggie
burgers, with or withThe Beaches will track the
out
cheese,
will be grilled and
standings.
served
with
potato salad. The
Participants should plan to
meal
will
end
with finger food
bring a snack to share and a
desserts.
beverage of choice. The club
Besides lunch, there will
will provide paper goods
and cups although bringing a
glass will cut down on plastic
waste.
A fee of $1 per person, per
Trivia Night, will be charged
with the money going towards
Members of Cocktails @
end of year prizes.
Creekside
will celebrate sumAlso, in the classic tradition
mer
on
Friday,
June 2, from 5
of fine Pub Trivia, different
to
7
p.m.
in
the
Fairway Room
craft brews will be offered for
at
Creekside.
tastings.
Members pay $17 and guests
Additional Pub Trivia
and
walk-ins $22, which inNights are planned for Satcludes
two drinks of choice
urdays, Aug. 12, Oct. 14 and
and
a
variety
of passed appeDec. 9.
tizers.
For information on this and
Attendees also get three
other boomer activities, see
chances
to win gift cards to
the club website: rossmoortwo
restaurants,
Lark Creek
boomers.com.
and Creekside Grill, and a bot-
French Club meets Friday evening
Rossmoor French Club –
for people who enjoy speaking
French – meets on the first and
third Fridays of every month, at
7 p.m., in Multipurpose Room 1
at Gateway. The next meeting is
on Friday, June 2.
The format is casual.
Although there is no fixed
agenda, members often discuss
subjects related to France – politics, literature, music, culture,
food, regions, movies, books,
Shalom Club to hear
music of JPJazz June 17
Sandy Cavallo at 930-6555
by Wednesday, June 14. For
last-minute cancellations, call
Nancy Frykman at 949-8905.
The 30s/40s/50s Couples
Club is for Rossmoor couples
born in the decades of the
1930s, 1940s and 1950s. It is
a social club whose purpose is
to meet others in the same age
group with similar interests.
For information or to join,
contact Sherie Pedersen, acting membership chairwoman,
at [email protected] or at
254-2269. Jan Widdel may
also be contacted at 944-0812.
Connection members gather
for annual picnic Tuesday
be a white elephant exchange.
Members can also relax and
share conversation or enjoy the
Dollar pool.
The reservation deadline is
Thursday, June 1. Members attending the Woman’s Conference will be given first priority.
For information, call Karen
McCallister, 300-3263.
The Connection is a social and multi activity group
for women of Rossmoor. New
members are welcome.
For information, call Fran
Barry at 929-393-5095.
Cocktails @ Creekside
celebrates on Friday
tle of wine.
Reservation checks, payable to Cocktails @ Creekside,
should be sent to Pete Meeker
at 2345 Tice Creek Drive No. 3
or placed in the club mailbox
at Gateway. The deadline is
Tuesday, May 30.
Cancellations made after
Wednesday, May 31, cannot be
refunded. For information, call
Meeker at 348-7678.
The annual membership fee
is $25.
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Talk of Rossmoor: Bob Lee turns 100
Continued from page 13A
Welcoming a new neighbor
Residents of Golden Rain Road Entry 25 (33 people) often
get together to celebrate the seasons. They got together
recently to welcome new resident Linda Phu. Pictured at the
party are, from left, Linda Ritz, Irene Man, Phu and Lenny
Cook.
Ballroom dance lessons offered
Wednesdays in June at Hillside
Gail Enright teaches ballroom dance to both beginning and
more advanced continuing students. Classes are Wednesdays,
June 7, 14, 21 and 28, in the Diablo Room at Hillside.
One hour classes for beginning students will start at 2 p.m.
The more advanced classes for continuing students will begin
at 3.
Both classes will learn the romantic bolero and the ever popular West Coast swing. Both are standards in most ballroom
dance music programs.
New students who know some of the basics of these dances
are welcome in any class. For information about the classes, contact Enright at 284-1003 or email her at gailenright@comcast.
net.
The cost for a single drop-in class is $10 or save with two
consecutive classes for $15, three consecutive classes for $20 and
four or five consecutive classes for $25. Private lessons are also
available.
Enright is a well-known Bay Area ballroom dance teacher.
Mutual Maintenance
FROM THE MUTUAL OPERATIONS DIVISION
For service, call 988-7650
or send non-appointment maintenance requests to
Order Desk: [email protected]
June Schedule
landscape ENTRY MAINTENANCE:
First through Fourth Mutuals: Once-a-month for routine
maintenance. Fertilize all shrubs and ground-cover areas.
landscape ENTRY MAINTENANCE:
INDEPENDENT MUTUALS:
Monday: Mutuals 28, 30, 48 and 61
Tuesday: Mutuals 5, 8, 22, 29, 65 and 68
Wednesday: Mutuals 5, 8, 29, 48, 59, 61 and 68
Thursday: Mutuals 5, 28, 30, 65 and 68
Friday: Mutuals 8, 29, 48, 56, 59, and 68
TREE MAINTENANCE: Building clearance by Waraner
Bros. in Second and Fourth Mutuals.
LAWN MAINTENANCE: Mow weekly, treat for grubs.
PEST CONTROL: Call 988-7640 for service order.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING: To report exterior walkway and carport lighting problems, call Mutual Operations at 988-7650.
TRASH AND RECYCLING PROBLEMS: 988-7640.
For an explanation of maintenance services,
call Tess Molina at 988-7637.
FOR ASSISTANCE REGARDING
THE FOLLOWING, CALL:
Billing inquiries and information..................... 988-7637
Building and manor repairs:
interior/exterior............................................... 988-7650
Bus information............................................... 988-7670
Comcast .................................................1-800-407-2997
Dial-a-Bus........................................................ 988-7676
Landscape maintenance and pest control......... 988-7640
Manor alterations and resales........................... 988-7660
Animal Control Contra Costa County.............. 335-8300
FWCM = First Mutual SWCM= Second Mutual
TWCM = Third Mutual 4WCM = Fourth Mutual
5WCM = Fifth Mutual
oversaw the requisitioning
and provision of all supplies
to the U.S. Pacific Fleet. After the war, he returned to
California and his new bride,
Ann Robinson of Berkeley.
They had two daughters
and lived in the Oakland
hills, Lafayette and then
Rossmoor.
Lee began his post-naval
career with Safeway Stores,
then served as vice president
for the Co-op Grocery chain
and finally as director of Planning and Development for an
association of smaller markets, until retirement in 1982.
He was finally able to relax,
travel with Ann, volunteer as
a teacher’s aide and work on
various Rotary projects.
The couple moved to
Rossmoor in 1975 so he has
been a resident for 42 years
now. He has hiked every hill
and every valley within miles
of Rossmoor and remembers
vividly what it was like here
nearly a half century ago.
Ann passed away in 2014,
thus culminating their 74year marriage. Lee enjoys
his life at Rossmoor and frequently sees his daughters,
who live nearby.
Happy 100th birthday to
Bob Lee – loving husband,
devoted father, ardent animal
lover, successful businessman
and a loyal Cal and Stanford
alum. He keeps up on everything around Rossmoor and
still loves living here.
Republican Club hears from attorney
Continued from page 7A
The dinner will be catered
by Scott’s. The entrée is grilled
salmon alla bella with lemon
butter sauce and poached potatoes. The vegetarian alternative is pasta primavera with
roasted garlic and sundried
tomatoes. A gluten-free alternative can be prepared on request.
The cost is $28 for members
and $30 for nonmembers. To
hear the speaker only, without
dinner, the cost is $5. Those
coming for the speaker only
should arrive at 6:50. Reser-
vations are required; walk-ins
cannot be accommodated.
The evening ends with a
cash-prize raffle.
Tickets are for sale during
the social hour. Raffle proceeds support the patriotic
charities Fisher House and
Semper Fi Fund, which serve
wounded military members.
An event registration form
is included in the Rossmoor
Republican, which is sent to
all club members monthly. The
registration form can also be
accessed and printed at rossmoor-republicans.us.
Reservation checks, payable to the Republican Club of
Rossmoor, should be mailed
to the Republican Club of
Rossmoor, 1001 Golden Rain
Road.
Alternatively, they may be
hand-delivered to the Republican Club mailbox at Gateway. All reservations must be
received by noon on Thursday,
June 15.
For dinner reservation questions, call Gayla Manning at
262-2584. For membership
questions, call Marlys Siegel at
262-8185.
Due to Golden Rain Foundation policy, the News cannot
print classified ads for estate or garage sales in which
the address and times of the sale are listed in the ad.
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Classified Ads
CLASSIFIED INDEX HOW TO PLACE A
CLASSIFICATION CODE
Holiday.................................... 5
Personals............................... 10
Lost........................................ 20
Found..................................... 25
Resident Seeking................... 30
Autos For Sale....................... 40
Autos Wanted....................... 45
Carports & Garages For Rent...... 50
Carports & Garages Wanted........ 55
Free Stuff.................................. 60
For Sale.................................. 65
Wanted.................................. 70
Business Opportunities........ 90
Business Services................ 100
Professional Services.......... 110
Seeking Employment.......... 120
Help Wanted....................... 125
Real Estate Information.... 140
Real Estate For Sale........... 145
Real Estate For Rent.......... 150
Real Estate Wanted............ 155
Room/Shared Housing....... 160
Vacation Rental.................. 165
Travel................................... 170
Pets....................................... 180
CLASSIFIED AD
Classified ads in the Rossmoor
News are a minimum of $12.50
for 30 words or less for nonresidents and $8 for residents.
Each additional word is 25¢.
Phone numbers are one word.
Discount rates available for
long-term ads. Payment must
be made at the time the ad is
placed.
Place classified ads at the News
office located at the Creekside
complex, or mail to 1006
Stanley Dollar Drive, Walnut
Creek, CA 94595. Classified ads
can be emailed to newsdesk@
rossmoor.com or faxed to 925988-7862. Staff will call back
for payment information and
ad confirmation.
The ad deadline is Friday at
10 a.m. for each Wednesday
edition. Deadline changes due
to holidays will be printed in
the News.
For information, call the News
Monday through Friday from
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 9887800.
Note regarding classified ads for leases and rentals:
All Rossmoor leases and room rentals are invalid unless
approved by the appropriate Mutual Board.
Rossmoor News classified ads are online at
www.rossmoornews.com
Click the Classified ad tab at the top of page
10 Personals
40 Autos For Sale
RADIO-CONTROLLED SAILBOAT
Racing Club, CR 914, replica of
America True, member American
Model Yachting Association, former big boat racing enthusiast with
SFYC in SF Bay. Contact Cliff, 925557-5529.
2 0 15 J E E P PAT R I O T S P O R T S
Blue, like new, 6-speed automatic. One previous owner, no accident. 16K miles. Black interior,
AM/FM radio, Aux, CD-player,12V
charger port. $13,500. Contact,
925-822-8524.
HIT & RUN OAKMONT DRIVE Do
you drive a 2005-2010 Toyota Sienna with missing fog light, black
cover front right side and damaged
right bumper? My Ford was hit in
the carport on May 10 in the p.m.
or May 11 in the a.m. on Oakmont
Drive, Entry 6. My rear bumper was
scratched from one end to other,
and your fog light cover broke off
and was on the ground. Please call
937-3990.
45 Autos Wanted
70 Wanted
WWII VETERAN (Normandy Invasion) is looking for a car. Less than
$2,500. Please call Patrick, 925254-2345.
I BUY 1950S FURNITURE ! Danish modern, Widdicomb, Herman
Miller, Knoll, Dunbar, etc. One
piece or entire estate ! Highest
prices paid. $ $ $. Call Rick, 510219-9644. Fast, courteous house
calls.
SINGLE FATHER looking to spend
up to $1,000 on reliable vehicle for
work. Thank you. Contact Jason,
925-278-9433.
55 Carports &
Garages Wanted
CARPORT SPACE WANTED in vicinity of Leisure Lane. Storage space
not needed. Call Tim at 415-5397892 or email at [email protected]
65 For Sale
2 MEN’S BICYCLES Schwinn Suburban bike and a Trek tandem. For
information, call 925-942-0564.
GRANDE BAROQUE STERLING
Service for 8, 4-piece place setting.
In Rossmoor. Connie, 934-3063.
FUNERAL PLOTS: Oakmont Memorial Park in Lafayette with a confirmed title. Double plot with up
to three (per plot) occupancy including ashes. Seller will pay $650
transfer fee. $13,000 for a single or
$25,000 for both. Garden of Serenity, Section 198/11W, Lot H, Sites 1
and 2. Beautiful location! Contact
Bill James, 360-269-1690.
70 Wanted
I BUY ANTIQUES AND collectibles.
From pottery, lighting and glass,
thru silver, furniture, jewelry and
paintings. Estates are welcome
and conducted professionally. Free
phone evaluations. Call Mel at 925229-2775 or 925-228-8977.
45 Autos 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.
W E B U Y / C O N S I G N YO U R CA R
All cars are displayed in our private and secure showroom. Local
family owned dealership. Serving
Rossmoor for more than 30 years.
Free pick-up and delivery. 925-8201188.
I PURCHASE AND APPRAISE old
American Indian ar t, including
baskets, textiles, beadwork and
pottery; California and Southwest
paintings; and firearms. 35 years
experience. Highly qualified and
professional. Please call Russell,
707-939-1115.
BUYING JEWELRY: Mexican / Navajo turquoise, costume, rhinestone, sterling and watches. Monica at Sundance Antiques, 2323
Boulevard Circle, Walnut Creek,
925-930-6200. Anything old!
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. Top
prices realized for sterling-silver
flatware, fine and costume jewelry, vintage and decorative items,
designer handbags. Julie, daughter of Rossmoor resident, eBay
registered trading assistant. 925683- 4010 or email [email protected].
OLD NATIVE AMERICAN silver &
turquoise jewelry, Navajo, Zuni bracelets, necklaces, pins, pendants etc. Also other sterling silver, flatware, hollowware, jewelry.
Call Lou, 925-204-4981.
100 Business Services
Art/Photography
100 Business Services
Beauty /Fashion
MANICURE PEDICURE SERVICES
Licensed, professional manicurist
over 15 years. Specializing in inhome manicures and pedicures.
Relax at home and enjoy my friendly
service and comforting touch. Gift
certificates available. Call Sue, 925349-8616. License No. M222359.
Carpet
CA R PE T C LE A N I N G : Fast an d
professional service. Same-day
appointment available. Spot specialist. Low, low price. Sell new
carpet. Licensed. Call today, 925383-1253.
CARPET REPAIR & RESTRETCH
Patching, seams, restretching.
Serving Rossmoor over 20 years.
Licensed & bonded repair service.
Aimtack Carpet Repair. #704323.
John P. Jones, 925-676-2255.
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.
A TREASURED GIF T Discover new ways to share and enjoy
your cherished family photos with
loved ones. See the possibilities
at www.Restoration.Pics. Call Bill
Steinmetz in Rossmoor at 925457-2055.
PLEASANT, PATIENT YOUNG woman teaches computer basics (Mac/
PC), email, Internet, Facebook,
Word, iPad/smartphone, etc. Also
helps with troubleshooting, virus removal, new computer installation,
online purchasing. $ 50 /hour (1hour minimum). Stellar Rossmoor
references! 510-517-3179.
Auto
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: $ 60/hour. Call Evan, 925818 -7655 or email [email protected].
$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
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100 Business Services
Computers
Handyman
SENIOR-FRIENDLY, experienced
help for c om puter, t ablet 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.
JUAREZ HANDYMAN and painting
services. Reasonable prices, excellent painter. No job too small, repairs, installation baseboards, tile,
faucet, toilets, etc. Neat and dependable. 10 years experience in
Rossmoor. References available.
Javier, 925-890-6715.
FRUSTRATED WITH YOUR TECH
device? 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.
ALAN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE All
kinds of handyman jobs. Carpentry,
plumbing, electrical, tile, painting,
caulking. Hauling /cleaning. garden, power washing windows, TVs,
appliances, toilets, furnaces, faucets etc. Call now and make your
appointment with Alan, your handyman: 510-772-9699.
YOUR FRIEND IN THE Computer
Business: System Engineer over
20 + years, setup Internet, software, applications, Malware Virus
and tablets repairs and tutoring. ½
off for seniors. Call James at 925705-2017.
LEARN TO USE YOUR computer,
TV and other electronics. Just $30/
hour (minimum 1 hour). Patient and
cheerful. 5+ years working with the
elderly. I solve computer problems.
925-478-9539
BETTER HOME SERVICES Appliance repair, washing machines,
dryers, cooktops, ranges, refrigerators, microwaves, compactors,
disposals. Licensed and insured.
Ser ving Rossmoor for over 30
years. Call Alan at 925-674-1414.
ALL APPLIANCE REPAIRS: cooktops, ranges, water heaters, air/
heating systems, electrical plumbing, computers and more. Just ask.
Call Willy at 925-826-4803 or email
[email protected]
Contractors
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.
LICENSED GENERAL contractor
specializing in kitchens and baths.
Washer/dryer installation. Reasonable rates, no subcontractors.
I will do it all for you! Rossmoor approved. Local and Rossmoor references. Lic. No. 871774. Contact
Scott Rich, 925-216-5694.
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.
Food /Chef /Catering
PERSONAL COOK Are you tired 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
899-7040 or website: Thecalmcaterer.com
Furniture /Upholstery
GEORGE’S FURNITURE REPAIR
Service. Antiques and high-end
furniture specialty. Refinishing and
caning. Formerly of Bonynge’s.
925-212-6149. No job too small.
Handyman
Anyone performing construction
work in California that totals
$500 or more in labor and
materials must be licensed by the
Contractors State License Board.
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.
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
K itc 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 Decor
RON ’S W I ND OW COVER I N GS
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.
INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICE Furnishings, lighting, accessories,
window coverings, closets, flooring, full remodels for your home.
Rossmoor specials and references
available. Call Yoko for a free consultation. 925-470-6949. See us at
www.yokointeriordesign.com
Advertisements support the
newspaper. When you patronize
businesses, tell them you saw
their ad in the Rossmoor News.
Moving /Packing /Hauling
Tailoring /Alterations
Windows
“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.
ALTERATIONS BY MIN Pick up and
delivery at your home. 30 years experience. Rossmoor resident Min,
925-201-9567.
WINDOWS carpet and upholstery
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.
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.
TONY’S HAULING SERVICE, We haul
your junk. We do trash outs. Call 925382-6544. Email through website at
www.tonyshaulingservice.com
LEW’S HAULING Prompt service.
Starting at $22. Rossmoor references available. Call 925-639-7725.
NEED HELP PACKING? For an hourly fee I will come to your home with
packing supplies for moving, storage,
etc. Rossmoor references. To schedule, call Nancy at 925-216-8975.
Organizing /Declutter
RENT-A-DAUGHTER Have a project
around the house? Need help with
a project for a room, closet, office
or organizing? Get rid of clutter. Call
Rossmoor resident with references.
Tara O’Leary, 415-823-2634.
ORGANIZING / DECLUT TER I can
help you pack /unpack, organize,
create more closet/storage space,
garden/patio clean-up, expert pruner
and design, groom small dogs & pet
sit. Rossmoor references. Maureen,
831-277-3839 or 831-236-8698.
Painting
ROSSMOOR PAINTING SERVICE
by Al Welsh. Five-year guarantee
on workmanship. Most Rossmoor
residents prefer our neatness, dependable, personal attention, because we care. Rossmoor references, bonded and insured. License
No. 507098. Free estimates. Pacific
Bay Painting, 925-932-5440.
Feast your eyes on this one-of-a-kind
property! Masterfully and artfully redesigned and expanded by L’Estrange Construction, this two-bedroom, two full bath
remodeled home will please!
Upon entering, you will note dual-sided
fireplace, which is featured in both the dining and living rooms. The well-appointed
kitchen possesses solid maple cabinetry
over slab granite counters, tile and mosaic
backsplash and all GE stainless steel appliances, including a gas range.
Throughout the home are dual-paned
windows, crown molding, two-pane doors
and hardwood, tile and carpeted floors.
.......................................................... $789,000
Almost original
Yosemite!
ING
D yourself or move in!
Redecorate
to suit
P EN
.......................................................... $385,000
Dee Littrell
Agent, Cal BRE #00630310
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.
Miss the News? If your Rossmoor
News was not delivered on Wednesday, call 988-7800 between
8 a.m. and noon on Thursday.
WINDOWS & HOUSE CLEANING
Professional with 20 years of experience and excellent references.
Affordable. Job big or small–not a
problem. Call Martin, 925-366-9125.
Yard /Gardening
YARD MAI N TENAN CE : 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 925682-8389 today.
NEW! Castlewood on the Golf Course
This downstairs Rossmoor condo is situated on the golf
course with sweeping views of the course and surrounding
hills. Inside the home is over 1,500 sq feet of living space
including two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a den.
The Kitchen has been totally remodeled with granite
counters, new cabinets and stainless steel appliances. The
passthrough from the Kitchen to the formal Dining Room
makes entertaining a breeze. Cozy up by the fire in the
Living Room or pick a story from the bookshelves in the
den. The Master Bedroom has beautiful built-in cabinets
and a large Master Bathroom with dual sinks, a walk-in
closet and a sleek modern stall shower. Guests will have
privacy with their bedroom and bathroom on the other
side of the house. Parking and storage is not a problem
with a carport as well as an attached garage with a huge
storage loft. Offered at $785,000.
NEW! Penthouse Woodside
EXPANDED
SAN FRANCISCAN
Call
TV/Audio /Video
2015
925-212-2418
[email protected]
Selling Rossmoor exclusively since 1995
This top-floor condo feels like a contemporary metropolitan
home with dramatic vaulted ceilings and a wall of windows
showing off sweeping views of the Rossmoor valley. The
home is located at the newest neighborhood of Rossmoor,
Pinnancle Ridge. An elevator in the building means that
it is accessible for all and underground parking means
parking is a breeze on those rainy days. Inside the home
is over 1,270 square feet of modern living space with a
Living Room/Dining Room combo and a spacious eatin kitchen with tons of cabinets. Enjoy beautiful views
from the many windows in the Master Bedroom with an
attached bathroom and walk-in closet. Don’t miss this
home offered at $585,000.
Serene Santa Clara
Don’t miss this lovely Santa Clara condo! The home has no
steps making it accessible for all and has no one above
or below and only one neighbor for ultimate privacy.
Inside the home you will find a desirable layout with two
bedrooms, two bathrooms and a den that is open to the
spacious Family Room. The home is in pristine move-in
condition with new laminate flooring, new countertops in
both bathrooms, fresh paint and more. Parking is a breeze
with a carport just outside the front door. You’ll love this
small HOA with great low dues! Offered at $525,000
Sierra on the Golf Course
If you are looking for a golf course view this could be the
place for you! This two-bedroom, two bathroom upstairs
unit features golf course views from almost every window.
The condo has been expanded with a seamless enclosure
giving you a great bonus room to enjoy your views. The
floor plan includes a cozy Living Room and a formal Dining
Room. The kitchen has been beautifully updated with all
the modern amenities. Sierra’s have a great sized second
bedroom with room for a desk and bedroom set. Garage
just down the steps. Yours for just $595,000.
Call 925-937-6050 today for more details and a
chance to see these fabulous properties.
Agents/Owners
ANN CANTRELL
639-7970 BRE 01058289
ELIZABETH HASLAM
899-5097 BRE 01494942
www.yourrossmoorrealtor.com
1992 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek
34A
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
100 Business Services
110 Professional
Services
Yard /Gardening
“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.
VETERAN ROSSMOOR GARDENER
has satisfied hundreds of residents. I can work magic, turning
chaos into order with cleanup and
a splash of Spring color. Reliable
vacation watering also. Jane, 9388256.
SPRUCE UP FOR SUMMER Replant container and patios for a
fresh look. 40 years experience,
Rossmoor references. Call Sharon,
925-954-8766 or slhpanda313@
gmail.com
WALNUT CREEK L ANDSCAPES
Large or small, we do it all. Gentle
rates! 925-285-6993.
LANDSCAPE DESIGNER & Rosarian. Expert pruner. Can spruce up
and transplant, patio/yard design.
C o m p li m e nt ar y c o n su l t at i o n s.
Rossmoor References. Maureen,
831-277-3839.
Rossmoor Video
1. Click on www.rossmoor.
com
2. On the home page, click
on “Watch Our Video” at the
bottom of the page.
Caregivers
Legal
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]
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
Writing /Editing
PROFESSIONAL EDITOR, PH.D.
The editor of the newsletter for the
Published Writers of Rossmoor is
available to edit your fiction or nonfiction manuscripts. Work in person
or online. www.editor-writer.net,
[email protected], or 510-7102249.
A GIFT OF A LIFETIME: Memoir writing, editing and coaching. See your
story come alive with professional guidance, support and writing
skills. For details, contact: deborah.
[email protected] or 510-2277854.
Recycle the News.
DECADES OF TOP PRODUCTION
NEW
CHOICES
THE CASCADE
Wonderful lower level condo with lovely front entry
garden and tiled patio with wrought iron fence and
gate in rear. Remodeled kitchen with SS appliances,
cherry cabinets and granite counters. Smooth ceilings, dual-pane windows and new paint and carpet.
A perfect home! Garage + carport. $645,000
THE EXPANDED KENTFIELD
Enjoy top of the world views of Rossmoor and Mt.
Diablo from this 2-bedroom, 2-baths den with bonus enclosure/art studio and open deck. New paint,
carpet and vinyl. $475,000
THE BROOKGREEN
Sparkling gem of a property located on the top
floor with wonderful views of trees and hills. Filled
with natural light this unit feels special from the
minute you walk in. Carport parking just a short
walk away. $195,000
THE SAN FRANCISCAN
Location, location, location. Directly across from
Gateway Clubhouse, this single-story, single-row,
level-in end-unit has it all. Remodeled kitchen and
bathroom, full-sized skylights, extra-large master
with added windows, beautiful plank flooring. Lovely entry patio, rear access. East access to clubhouse
from rear.
1641 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek CA 94595
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120 Seeking Employment
COMFORT IN YOUR OWN HOME
We are a team of native Californian caregivers (15+ years experience) dedicated to providing inhome compassionate care (medical/non-medical) to clients. 4-hour
minimum. Call Priscilla (925-3300192), Susan (925-788-9605), Betty (925-274-3866).
PASSIONATE, HONEST and reliable
caregiver. Highly experienced. For
cooking, cleaning, personal care,
appointments, housekeeping, driving and much more. References,
acceptable wages and flexible for
anytime of the day/live-in or out.
Part/full-time caregiver. Call Siu,
925-705-2802.
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.
PASSIONATE, HONEST, reliable
caregiver. Live in or out or overnight. 20+ years experience, good
r efer e n c e s. E x p er i e n c e i n a l l
phases of health care, cooking,
light housekeeping and companionship. Call Lina at 510-827-5684
(cell).
LOOKING FOR A KINDRED spirit? I’m a private home health aide
who believes in traditional medicine, a little physical therapy and
lots of laughter. Experienced in all
aspects of home care. Available
PT, or full. Doctor references. Call
Helen, 925-285-9806.
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.
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.
AC N R E F E R R A L AG E N CY R e fer s re li a b l e, c ar i n g, d e p e n d able in-home care services. Fully-screened caregivers with criminal background check. Rates negotiable, Starts $20/hour (live-out)
or $ 200 /day (live-in). Subject to
assessment. Please call 925-9394085.
S T R ES S - FR EE , D EPE N DABLE ,
experienced caregiver. Flexible
schedule. Full time, Part time. Livein or hourly. Weekend or on-call
okay. Long-term or respite care.
Outside Rossmoor is okay. 925360-9860.
TRUSTWORTHY, HONEST, Caregiver: 30 years experience (19 years
in Rossmoor) with excellent-plus
references and 33 years good DMV
record. Elderly care nurse skilled
in hospice care, very dependable.
Call Eva, 510-610-1550.
PRECIOUS HOME CAREGIVERS
Offers quality service on non-medical care since 1990. Dependable,
fully screened, criminal bac kground check. Rates start at $26/
hour. Free assessment. Please call
925-939-0197.
CARING IS OUR PASSION! We are
non-medical home care. Owned
and operated by health care professional, licensed under Social
Services of California. www.AGELESShomecareservicesofcalifornia.com. 888-929-2977.
Golf carts must make full stops at all intersections.
EXPANDED KENTFIELD!
Unique upper level condo with stunning
views from open deck. Approx. 1470 sq.
ft. with 2 bdrms, 2 baths, plus DEN. Huge
master suite with walk-in closet. Updated
kitchen with beautiful wood cabinets and
skylight. All in pristine condition with new
carpets and paint. Close to carport. $549,000.
DAVE CARON
( 925 )
708-6034
Broker
Associate
BRE #00427819
Commitment, Trust & Integrity
EXCELLENT CAREGIVER 18 years
experience. Dependable, honest,
reference upon request. Worked
with different types of home care;
Alzheimer’s, dementia, stroke patients, diabetes, help with medications. Light cooking and cleaning,
laundry. Speaks Spanish. Overnight, hourly, on-call. Reasonable
rates. Call Juliana, 925-497-9169.
HOMECARE PROFESSIONAL 22
years of nursing experience. Providing excellent care services to
maintain safe, secure and independent living. Live-in/out. Emma Tuitavake, CNA. 510-825-7247.
H O M E CA R E P R O F E S S I O N A L S
Friendly, cheerful, certified home
care aides available now. Light
housekeeping, laundry, meal prep,
personal care, med reminders,
errands and transportation. Abundant Home Care (formerly WeCare Home Assistants) is a Home
Care Organization # 074700028,
licensed by the California Department of Social services. Call us
today, we’d love to help! 925-2802800.
I AM A CAREGIVER for 15 years.
Duties include: companionship,
meals, housekeeping, errands,
medication, doctor’s orders. Extras
manicures/pedicures, massages.
House sit or pet sit. Patient and
kind. I go that extra mile. References. Fran, 925-787-1209.
VAIOLETI’S HOMECARE provides
hourly or live-in services for you
and your loved ones in: personal
hygiene, meal preparation, light
housekeeping, medication reminder, companionship, shopping, appointments, family visits, range of
motion, observation, daily activities. Please call 510-710-4642.
PROFESSIONAL CAREGIVER
with 14 years extensive experience and Rossmoor references
available now. Excellent driving
record. Please call Bing at 925899-1200.
PASSIONATE, HONEST, reliable
caregiver. Rates start at $15/hour.
S c r e e n e d b a c kg r o u n d c h e c k .
Healthy cooking (retired chef),
errands. Light house keeping, appointments, hygiene assistance
and companion. Rossmoor clients
experience, Gayle, 510-529-6773.
PRIVATE HIRE CAREGIVER Male/
female available, 8 years experience. Registered as Home Health
Aide through California Registry.
Clean background. Excellent recommendation from previous clients. $25/hour neg. Call 925-4579248.
CAREGIVER WITH 10+ YEARS experience. Worked with Waterford
client for 3+ years. Daytime, Livein, dog walking, laundry, shop, yard
work. Three-girl team. $15/hr. Alice
(925-490-4742) or Gana (925-3570777).
Caregivers – Rossmoor
LARGE
WATERFORD CONDO!
Two-bedroom, two bath, end unit with lovely
views! Hardwood floors, walk-in closet, freshly
painted, W/D, spacious wraparound deck. Staged
and gorgeous! $699,000
A 2016
TOP PRODUCER
SEEKING NEW CLIENTS Reliable,
honest and professional with 13
years home health care experience
and 7 years of nurse training. Whatever your medical or special needs,
big or small, I can do it all. Athletic, energetic and love my work in
homecare. Excellent Rossmoor references. Call Mia at 510-593-7066.
(925) 360-0693
HELLO NEIGHBORS! Rossmoor resident can provide caregiving services in Rossmoor. Years of experience caring for seniors and can
assist you with shopping, cooking,
household chores and physical
therapy needs. Nonsmoker, very
reliable and trustworthy. Reasonable rates and excellent references.
Please call for part time or full time.
510-918-6875.
www.YourRossmoorAgent.com
[email protected]
BRE #00329731
COMFORT IN YOUR OWN HOME
We are a team of native Californian
caregivers (15+ years experience)
dedicated to providing in-home
c ompassionate c are ( medic al /
non-medical) to clients. 4-hour
minimum. Call Priscilla (925-3300192), Susan (925-788-9605), Betty (925-274-3866).
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Companion /Assistant
Housecleaning
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.
TIRED OF CLEANING Companies and strangers cleaning
your home? Your solution is “Leti’s” I am experienced and work
alone. Ver y detail oriented and
pet friendly. 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 925-3951686 for a free estimate. Leticia
Flizicoski.
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
650-580-6334.
HI ! I’M A PERSONABLE, warm,
gentle, caring and fun-loving caregiver that can keep you company
on walks, cook meals, drive you
to appointments, help around the
house and care for pets. Available
Thursday. Diane, 925-435-5498.
HELP IS ON THE WAY Personal
assistant/companion available for
your doctor appointments, light
house cleaning, meal preparation,
shopping, social events. Lots of
personal references. Please call
Susan 925-766-3910.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED Experienced, warm and sunny care
companion. 4+ hours on Monday
or Tuesday. Grocery shopping, appointments, coffee, lunch, arts or
music activities, etc. Please email
[email protected] or call
510-325-1522.
Drivers /Errands
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.
DRIVING IN ROSSMOOR 16 years,
reliable. All airports, cruise lines,
doctors, shopping. Call Pat, 925939-7942 or 925-300-5225 (cell).
Thank you.
NEED A RIDE? DOOR-TO -DOOR
Serving the needs of our community seniors! Personalized, safe,
prompt driving. Local, long distance. All airports/cruise lines. Will
stand by for doctor visits, dentist,
shopping etc. Will accommodate
your needs. Affordable rates. Excellent references. Rossmoor resident. Call Jay today! 925-457-7125.
CLEANING WITH CARE Providing
quality service and keeping you a
satisfied client is my main concern.
18 years experience. Trustworthy,
reliable, affordable, all housecleaning needs + minor care assistance.
Many long-time clients. References
available. Call Frances, 925-5863536.
HOUSECLEANING, WINDOWS
Professional with 15 years of experience and excellent references.
Free estimates. Lincensed and insured. Call 925-899-9438.
ANA’S HOUSE KEEPING 15 consecutive years of experience with one
client in Rossmoor. References
available. Call Ana, 925-334-8716
(cell) or 925-458-3727 (home).
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.
36-year resident of Moraga will
come to your home upon request.
Bruce Berman, Moraga Numismatics. Better Business Bureau
member. PCGS and NGC Dealer. 925 -283 - 9205. Go to w w w.
sf-bay-area-collectible-coins.
com or email kingfisher.94556@
yahoo.com
125 Help Wanted
CAREGIVER NEEDED Mondays,
Wednesdays and Fridays from 6
to 8 p.m. for amiable, independent
91-year-old male Rossmoor Parkway resident. Provide dinner, light
personal care /shower and light
housecleaning. Call Laurie, 971255-1248.
MIKE IS BACK: To airports SFO,
OAK and SJC; cruiseline ports; and
doctor’s /physical therapy. Competitive rates. Rossmoor resident,
925-286-1551.
145 Real Estate
For Sale
ELEGANT CARMEL CO-OP with 2
newly tiled front and back patios.
High-end finishes. Quiet location
on Rockledge Lane. $409,950. Call
Ione Angeles (J. Rockcliff Realtors), 925-518-1297.
150 Real Estate
For Rent
All Rossmoor leases and
room rentals are invalid
unless approved by the
appropriate Mutual Board.
EXPERIENCE THE ROSSMOOR
lifestyle before you buy! Sublease
this lovely 2 BR/1 BA for 3 months
and get use of all amenities. Ideally located close to Gateway Clubhouse and Fitness Center. Fully
furnished. Stall shower and inside
W/D. $ 2,200 /month includes all
utilities. Call Diane Reilly, Alain Pinel Realtors 510-206-2903.
T O TA L LY L E V E L - I N S I N G L E
Minimum 3-month lease for a level-in, fully furnished Santa Clara.
Only $ 2,900 a month, includes
everything but telephone–including once a week housekeeping.
Pets welcome. 3 BR / 2 BA plus
carport parking. Just move right
in. Even the pots and pans are
furnished. Available June 1. Call
Ann Cantrell, Realtor, BRE No.
01058289 at 925-639-7970 for information.
EXPERIENCE ROSSMOOR June
6-16, 2 BR/1 BA, cheery Sequoia
with lovely view. $800. Call Carolyn, 925-266-2093.
PORTLAND, OREGON Furnished
SE condo. 1,110 square ft. 1 Bedroom, 1 flexroom, 1.5 bathroom,
balcony. Near groceries, restaurants, bakeries, ice cream, wine
store, theater, bus stops, parks.
September to December, $2,000/
month. [email protected],
Call 503-803-6907.
LOVELY 2 BR / 2 BA Living room,
dining room, kitchen with eating
areas. Pictures upon request.
Available from Sept. 23 to Nov. 10,
2017. No smoking/no pets. [email protected]. Call Pat, 925939-7942. Thank you.
Beautiful 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms end unit
Claremont. Completely enclosed deck with
large windows with sweeping views of the golf
course. Priced at $398,000
Housecleaning
A Must See
“DUST-NO-MORE” Your housekeeping solution. We cater to your individual cleaning needs. Reliable,
dependable, quality service with
Rossmoor references. Licensed and
bonded. Call Barbara, 925-228-9841.
Beautifully updated Sonoma Wrap. 2 bedrooms
and 2 full bathrooms with enclosed balcony
for extra living space. The side wrap is semi
enclosed to enjoy some fresh air with a separate
office/hobby room. Go and visit to appreciate
all that has been done to this unit.
CLEAN AS THE SPRING House
cleaning services. Offering a professional, thorough and honest job.
Fairly priced, our major concern is
to see you happy with our work!
Rossmoor references, licensed/insurance available. 925-435-8680.
HOUSECLEANING/WINDOWS Professional with 20 years of experience
and excellent references. Affordable.
Job big or small–not a problem. Call
Martin, 925-366-9125.
ASPIRING WRITER NEEDS office
assistance a few hours per week.
Apple program familiarity a must.
408-761-6396.
It’s All About
the View!
SUZY, 925-323-7640: Your driver for
errands, doctor visits and airport
runs. Comfortable car and good
conversation. I’m reliable with a
clean driving record and references
available upon request.
“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 925-212-6831 or
email homecleanelisa1@gmail.
com or [email protected].
Credit card accepted.
125 Help Wanted
Sue DiMaggio
Kathie DiMaggio
AdamsStein
(925) 207-9212
(925) 699-6258
[email protected]
BRE #00820932
[email protected]
BRE #01942595
1641 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek 94595 • (925) 932-1162
155 Real Estate
Wanted
URGENT! LOOKING TO purchase
a 1- b e d r o o m c o n d o ( n o t c o op) level-in. Can close quickly.
Cash. Buyer is currently living
in Rossmoor. For more information, call Leila Hamalainen, 9254 37- 413 5. Real estate broker,
BRE No. 00669287, Windermere
Diablo Realty. 925-437-4135 or
email [email protected]
METICULOUS SINGLE WOMAN
seeks 1-2 bedroom, furnished
unit, 6 weeks to 2 months. Flexible
dates starting June 15 or July 1.
Has small dog. Visiting family in
area. Relatives in Rossmoor. Call
561-926-3260.
UNFURNISHED, CHEERFUL
2-bedroom in nice location. Prefer
level-in, washer/dryer in unit, updated and view. By August. Call
925-736-8840.
165 Vacation Rental
INCLINE VILLAGE Nevada Lake
Tahoe. Studio unit, sleeps 2. Full
kitchen, near lake, golf, tennis, restaurants. August 5-11. $450. Call Kay,
Rossmoor resident, 831-207-6706.
170 Travel
ESCAPE OUR WINTER & explore
starting December 2017. Help with
bookings, excursions, aiding daily
needs. Share cabin for fun & less
cost! References available. Margaret Wotkyns, OD 510-710-2974 or
[email protected]
180 Pets
OVERNIGHT DOG SITTING in my
home with pick-up and deliver y
available. Spayed /neutered small
dogs only. Bonded, insured. Enjoy your vacation without worrying
about your darling dog. Auntie Pat’s
Pets. References available. 925930-8871.
160 Real Estate
PET AND HOME CARE Rossmoor
Resident and retired teacher has
cared for your pets for 4 years. Pet
care in my house or yours. References. Please call Dede, 925-699-7722.
All Rossmoor leases and
room rentals are invalid
unless approved by the
appropriate Mutual Board.
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.
Room/Shared Housing
SHARE YOUR ROSSMOOR
unit with a mature and trustworthy
female seeking a room to rent.
Nonsmoker/no pets, quiet and orderly. Excellent references. Please
Call Helen, 760-567-0851 or email
[email protected]
SON OF ROSSMOOR RESIDENTS
seeks a room to rent soon. I am
friendly, in my 50s, work two jobs
in Walnut Creek and attend church
locally. Please call Tim Hamilton,
510-410-1904.
LORI YOUNG ROSSMOOR’S #1 TOP PRODUCER LORI YOUNG ROSSMOOR’S #1 TOP PRODUCER
120 Seeking Employment
35A
THE CAT WHISPERER would love to
care for your cat/s. I promise that I
will know his/her personality before
you return. Rate $14/visit. Please
call or text me at 389-1129.
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, 925-708-2719.
Rossmoor’s finest
Nature Lovers’ Paradise ~ Live Oak Model
Heritage Oaks ~ Single Family Home
3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms
Plus Formal Living & Dining Room
~Premium Location with Lush Landscaping
~Exceptional Craftsmanship Upgrades
~Floorplan Exudes Warmth & Sophistication
$1,595,000
Exceptional Ash Model
2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, Plus Den
~Popular Open Concept Floorplan
~Upscale Finishes Throughout
~Rare Attached Garage Parking
$995,000
Classic Westchester Model
2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, Plus Den
~Sweeping Views of Golf Course
~Remodeled with Designer Details
~Rare Attached Garage & Golf Cart Port
$772,000
Lori Young
“Where Caring & Professionalism Are One and the Same”
Rossmoor Specialist
35+ Years in the Industry
Please call me for any of
your real estate needs.
I love to be of service.
(925) 787-6357
[email protected]
www.LoriYoung.com
CalBRE #01363672
1641 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94595
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, INTEGRITY = RESULTS
36A
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Rossmoor Realty
1641 Tice Valley Boulevard, Walnut Creek CA 94595
Rossmoor Realty is a Division of Rossmoor Properties Inc. CalBRE License No. 012779936.
The Leader in Rossmoor Resales Since 1967
OUR CURRENT LISTINGS
MLS LISTINGS - COOPERATIVES
2 BEDS, 1 BATH
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
GOLDEN GATE - WALK TO GATEWAY!
Beautiful granite in kitchen & bath. Smooth ceilings,
crown molding, mirrored closet doors, new carpet, tiled
floor, plantation shutters.............................$448,000
CLAREMONT - GOLF COURSE VIEWS. Light &
bright with enclosed deck. Newer kitchen appliances,
updated flooring, 2 full baths with stall shower.
Washer dryer. Move in ready.......................$398,000
SEQUOIA - LIGHT & BRIGHT! New carpet & fresh
paint. Enclosed veranda. Crown molding. Six panel
doors. Stack washer dryer. Nice view. Just steps to
carport.......................................................$333,000
SAN FRANCISCAN - MASTERFULLY REDESIGNED.
Dual fireplace. Gourmet kitchen with solid maple cabs,
granite counters, stainless steel appliances. Two
beautiful tiled baths. Washer & dryer............$789,000
SEQUOIA - RECENT REMODEL by Toupin featuring
recessed lights, coffered ceiling. Tile floor and stack
washer dryer in bathroom. Rounded corners, crown
molding, mirrored closet doors....................$349,000
SONOMA WRAP - BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED
featuring fresh paint and smooth ceilings. Updated
bathroom with new vanity. Kitchen offers new quartz
counter tops. Close to carport & parking.....$458,000
HERITAGE OAKS
P R E MI E R S I N GL E FAMI LY H O ME S
LIVE OAK - THREE BEDROOMS, TWO BATHS.
Quality craftsman upgrades throughout. Custom
cabinets, Corian counters, top of line appliances
dual pane windows, custom shelving. Expansive
deck with wonderful sylvan outlook....$1,595,000
1 BED, 1 BATH
BROOKGREEN - Beautiful top floor unit with
lots of natural light. Fully equipped kitchen. Open
balcony. Rare carport parking...............$189,000
MLS LISTINGS - CONDOMINIUMS
!! SPOTLIGHT EXPANDED KENTFIELD
W
TWO BEDROOM, TWO BATH PLUS DEN. Wonderful
E
N
views of Mt. Diablo from this well cared for home.
Dual pane windows, plantation shutters, newer WD,
custom white cabinets with tile . Expansive rear
patio. Updated bathrooms................$558,000
PRESENTED BY TINA PARRISH ( 925 ) 858-4267.
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
ASH - DISTINCT DESIGNER UPGRADES. Quality
carpets and tile bathrooms, custom paint and accent
walls, the list of appointed details is endless. Den.
Attached garage..............NEW PRICE!! $995,000
PINEHURST - PANORAMIC GOLF COURSE VIEWS.
Remodeled kitchen with Corian counters, ss appliances
& custom cabs. Walk-in closets in beds, updated baths,
WD, crown molding & dual pane windows. Rare garage
with loft & carport.........NEW PRICE!! $598,000
ROSSLYN - LOVELY REMODEL WITH EXPANSIVE
EXP. KENTFIELD - ‘EAGLES NEST’! Enjoy views
VIEWS. Eat-in kitchen with granite counters and
of Rossmoor & Mt. Diablo from this spacious home with s/s appliances. Vaulted ceilings. Custom blinds. Gas
den plus extra enclosure for office or art room. New paint, fireplace. Detached garage plus one optional separate
carpet and vinyl. Great entry location!..........$475,000 deeded garage................NEW PRICE!! $798,000
EXP. KENTFIELD - SPECTACULAR VIEWS. New
carpets, fresh paint, new light fixtures, new vanity
mirrors, custom bookshelves in living room and a wall
of dual pane windows to enjoy the million-dollar view.
Full size stacked WD. Expansive patio.........$565,000
WESTCHESTER - SWEEPING GOLF COURSE
VIEWS. Spacious floor plan features remodeled kitchen
with granite counters, french doors entering den, two
private balconies, rare attached garage and your own
golf cart port.................NEW PRICE!! $772,000
BROOKGREEN - Sunny top floor. Eastern
exposure. Excellent views. Fresh, clean, ready for
your move.................NEW PRICE!! $195,000
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
WESTBURY - Third floor. Rare corner unit
with wrap balcony and lovely views. Spacious living
room. Walk-in closet in master. Close to elevator &
garage parking..........NEW PRICE!! $660,000
WESTBURY - Second floor. All play & No work!
That is how you will feel about this spacious condo! A
marvel of light & space! Exquisite touches throughout.
Hardwood floors. Extra storage closet........$699,000
VILLA DE ANZA - EXPERTLY REMODELED TO
THE NINES. Top floor end unit with fabulous finishing
touches. Gourmet kitchen with s/s appliances & quartz
counters. Dual pane windows & slider, recessed lights,
crown molding & baseboards, new interior doors,
gorgeous baths, designer paint + more!!..$539,000
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Legal Notices
180 Pets
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.
M U S T LOV E D O G S M o b i l e p et
grooming. Owner is a Rossmoor
resident! Grooming (cut, shampoo,
nails, glands), dog walking, overnight pet sitting. Gift Certificates
Available! Call Jan for pricing estimate: 510-552-6450.
WANTED : DOG SITTER Sundays
10 a.m. to noon in Rossmoor. For
more information, please call 510260-6242.
Legal Notices
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No.
CA-16-751796-HL Order No.: 95515769
NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE
INFORM ATION IN THIS DOCUMENT
ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO
THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant
to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN
DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED
9/23/1994. 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 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 to the Financial C ode and
authorized to do business in this state,
will be held by duly appointed trustee. 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. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID
LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE.
Trustor(s): ROSE SCHAFFER PLANT, AS
SURVIVING JOINT TENANT Recorded:
9/29/1994 as Instrument No. 94 244034
of Official Records in the office of the
Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County,
California; Date of Sale: 7/3/2017 at
1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of
the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass
located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg,
CA 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and
other charges: $530,380.51 The purported
property address is: 139 Miramonte Drive,
Moraga, CA 94556 Assessor’s Parcel
No.: 257-370-061 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.
NEW LISTING
Lovely light & bright 2 bedroom Monterey
has updated kitchen & bath with new
appliances, flooring and paint...... $315,000
Nel Aguas
Realtor/Rossmoor Resident
If you wish to learn whether your sa le 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 http://
www.qualityloan.com , using the file
number assigned to this foreclosure by the
Trustee: CA-16-751796-HL . Information
about postponements that are very short
in duration or that occur close in time to
the scheduled sale may not immediately
be reflected in the telephone information
or on the Internet Web site. The best way
to verify postponement information is to
attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned
Trustee disclaims any liability for any
incorrectness of the property address or
other common designation, if any, shown
herein. 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.
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. If the sale is set aside for any
reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall
be entitled only to a return of the deposit
paid. The Purchaser shall have no further
recourse against the mortgagor, the
mortgagee, or the mortgagee’s attorney.
If you have previously been discharged
through bankruptcy, you may have been
released of personal liability for this loan
in which case this letter is intended to
exercise the note holders right’s against
the real property only. QUALITY MAY
BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR
ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND
ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE
USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality
Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street
San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For
NON SALE information only Sale Line:
916-939-0772 O r Login to: http://www.
qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line:
(866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan
Service Corp. TS No.: CA-16-751796-HL
IDSPub #0126374 5/17/2017 5/24/2017
5/31/2017
Legal RN 6194
Publish May 17, 24 and 31, 2017
TSG No.: 8677813 TS No.: CA1600276110
FHA/VA/PMI No.: APN: 196-110-049-0
Property Address: 287 Cross Road ALAMO,
CA 94507 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE
YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED
OF TRUST, DATED 01/22/2009. UNLESS
YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR
PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC
SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION
OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING
AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT
A LAWYER. On 06/14/2017 at 01:30 P.M.,
First American Title Insurance Company, as
duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant
to Deed of Trust recorded 03/11/2009,
as Instrument No. 2009-0050303-00, in
book , page , , of Official Records in the
office of the County Recorder of CONTRA
COSTA County, State of California. Executed
by: DONALD F. GAUBE, AS TRUSTEE OF
THE DONALD & JANIE GAUBE FAMILY
TRUST UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED
FEBRUARY 14, 2006, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC
AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH,
CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT
or other form of payment authorized by
2924h(b), (Payable at time of sale in lawful
money of the United States) At the north
side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the
grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg,
CA 94565 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 described as: AS
MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE
MENTIONED DEED OF TRUST APN# 196110-049-0 The street address and other
common designation, if any, of the real
property described above is purported to
be: 287 Cross Road, ALAMO, CA 94507 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
SPECIALIZING IN DOWNSIZING, RELOCATION & senior living
Realtor®, SRES, MRP, CaBRE #01916133
Excellence, Service and Care
ROSSMOOR RESIDENT
925-876-8422
“Providing Service from the Heart”
[email protected]
anitacoxbayareahomes.com
925-984-5552
E-mail: [email protected]
BRE#00815675
I n t e g r i ty, C o n c e r n a n d R e s u l t s !
Priceless View of
Mt. Diablo
Enjoy the panoramic view from your patio as you entertain
friends. Relax at the end of the day in spacious master suite
with balcony. Create your perfect lifestyle in this 3 bedroom
and 2 1/2 bath condominium. Dual pane windows for
comfort year round. This home qualifies for a Reverse
Purchase Mortgage. Offered at $699,000. Call to see this
beauty today
Rossmoor
REAL ESTATE PROS
800 SOUTH Broadway, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
initial publication of the Notice of Sale is
$6,774,372.75. The beneficiary under said
Deed of Trust has deposited all documents
evidencing the obligations secured by
the Deed of Trust and has declared all
sums secured thereby immediately due
and payable, and has caused a written
Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be
executed. 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 or visit this Internet
Web http://search.nationwideposting.com/
propertySearchTerms.aspx, using the file
number assigned to this case CA1600276110
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 sale is set aside for any reason,
the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled
only to a return of the deposit paid. The
Purchaser shall have no further recourse
against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the
Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American
Title Insurance Company 1500 Solana
Blvd Bldg 6 Ste 6100 Westlake, TX 76262
First American Title Insurance Company
MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR
ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY
INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED
FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE
INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)9390772NPP0307667 To: ROSSMOOR NEWS
05/24/2017, 05/31/2017, 06/07/2017
Legal RN 6196
Publish May 24, 31 and June 7, 2017
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Martinez, CA 94553-3075
FILED: May 19, 2017
A. Gnecco, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F2017-0003191-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing
business as: boundless creations, 1305
Boulevard Way, #317, Walnut Creek, CA
94595, Contra Costa County. P.O. Box
4125, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.
Bridget E Robinson
1305 Boulevard Way, #317
Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Business conducted by an Individual.
The registrant(s) commenced to
transact business under the fictitious
business name listed above.
s/Bridget E Robinson
This statement was filed with Joseph
E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra
Costa County, on date indicated by file
stamp.
A. Gnecco
Deputy County Clerk
Legal RN 6200
Publish May 31, June 7, 14 and 21, 2017
Linda Stephens
Marsha Wehrenberg
[email protected]
[email protected]
925-478-9004
CalBRE #01276174
925-787-7625
CalBRE #00482614
Helping families in transition with care and precision
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1992 TICE VALLEY BOULEVARD,
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ROSSMOOR RESIDENTS WE ARE HERE FOR YOU!
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Cal BRE 01995151
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Ann Cantrell
639-7970
Woodside$585,000
2
Condo
2
• Dramatic vaulted ceilings
• Serene Rossmoor Valley views
• Elevator building for easy
access
• Pristine move in condition
P
D
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YOSEMITE$439,950
1.5
Co-op
2
• Light, bright, level-in
• Fresh paint, new windows, new
appliances
• Inside laundry with washer and dryer
• Private fenced patio
ING
SONOMA$289,000
1
Co-op
2
• Priced to sell!
• Washer/dryer in unit
• Carport, guest parking nearby
• Convenient to clubs, fitness
center
CARMEL$399,000
1
Condo
2
• Beautifully remodeled garden
home with private entry
• Updated kitchen with SS appliances
• Corian counters, double SS Kohler sinks
• High-end designer lighting
NE
EXPANDED BROOKGREEN$199,000
1
Condo
1
• Large one-bedroom condo
• Close to elevator
• Covered parking and storage
• HOA covers meals, housekeeping,
activities, transportation, & more
SIERRA$595,000
2
Condo
2
• Stunning golf course views
• Expansive seamless enclosure
• Updated modern kitchen
• Desirable garage parking
Loc Barnes
639-9594
PE
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GOLDEN GATE
$549,900
2
Co-op
2
• Fabulous remodel
• Level-in no one above or below
• Rare Jacuzzi tub
• Designer details throughout
Mary Beall
708-0800
David Bonde
510-663-1924
W
Dave Caron
708-6034
Jeanette Evans Suzanne Chenault
209-206-6606
408-5172
ND
ING
Sue Choe
212-2605
Nancy Christman Patrice Jensen
989-2010
707-771-9219
WHITNEY$1,299,900
2
Condo
2
• Private corner lot
• Luxury kitchen & baths
• Desirable open floor plan with den
• Viking appliances, stone counters and more
Yvonne Jakovleski Maureen Johnston
510-813-3710
457-7229
Joe Lumpkins III
826-8734
SEQUOIA$441,000
1
Co-op
2
• Gorgeous valley and Mt.
Diablo views
• Open concept great room
• Beautifully updated kitchen
• Luxury bathroom – Bosch W/D
Elizabeth Haslam
899-5097
CASTLEWOOD$785,000
2
Condo
2
• Two parking spaces
• Fantastic golf course location
• Remodeled throughout
• Desirable den
• Attached garage and carport
PE
SONOMA$444,000
1
Co-op
2
• Beautifully remodeled kitchen
• Updated baths with marble tile
• Enclosures with dual pane windows, built-ins
• Recessed lighting and more
39A
EXPANDED KENTFIELD$549,000
2
Condo
2
• Spectacular views!
• Two bedrooms plus den
• Beautifully updated kitchen
• Wood cabinets and skylights
Rolf Kvalvik
788-1613
Sheron McCormick Edwina Morgan-Forh
415-662-3674
323-9966
Mary Orfali
510-326-5344
Joan Pancoast
890-0250
Ron Reece
510-388-3238
Betsy Sanders
381-3992
Linda Servis
415-748-2491
Faye Ann Silva
457-9231
G
VILLA EL REY
$519,000
2
Condo
2
• Sweeping panoramic views
• Bright modern kitchen
• Huge master suite
• Oversize carport for auto and
golf cart
SANTA CLARA
$525,000
2
Condo
2
• No steps for easy access
• Private duplex with no one
above or below
• Laminate flooring throughout
• Desirable Den
PINEHURST$630,000
2
Condo
2
• Lovely view of hills & golf course
• Remodeled eat-in large kitchen
• Formal dining room and inside laundry
• Carport and garage
Jack Starr
510-292-3327
Rhoda Thilmony
788-4744
40A
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Legal Notices
APN: 143-010-020 TS No: CA0800272416 -1 TO No: 95310 9 3 4 NOT ICE OF
TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement
is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section
2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided
to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only,
pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)
(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED
OF TRUST DATED June 4, 1997. 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 PROCEEDINGS
AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT
A LAWYER. On June 19, 2017 at 09:00
AM, Auction.com Room, Pleasant Hill
Communit y Center, 320 Civic Drive,
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, MTC Financial Inc.
dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed
Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of
sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust
recorded on June 11, 1997 as Instrument
No. 97-00-99984-00, of official records in
the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa
County, California, executed by JOHN
A. COWEN AND BEVERLY A. COWEN,
HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor(s), in favor
of GREAT WESTERN BANK, A FEDERAL
SAVINGS BANK DOING BUSINESS AS
SIERRA WESTERN MORTGAGE COMPANY
as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC
AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER,
in lawful money of the United States,
all payable at the time of sale, that
certain property situated in said County,
California describing the land therein as:
AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID
DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore
described is being sold “as is”. The street
address and other common designation,
if any, of the real property described
above is purported to be: 8 AMBERWOOD
LANE, WALNUT CREEK, CA 94598 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
without covenant or warranty, express
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. The total amount of the
unpaid balance of the obligations secured
by the property to be sold and reasonable
estimated costs, expenses and advances
at the time of the initial publication of this
Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to
be $205,132.46 (Estimated). However,
prepayment premiums, accrued interest
and advances will increase this figure prior
to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may
include all or part of said amount. In addition
to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s
check drawn on 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 California Financial
Code and authorized to do business in
California, or other such funds as may
be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event
tender other than cash is accepted, the
Trustee may withhold the issuance of
the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds
become available to the payee or endorsee
as a matter of right. The property offered
for sale excludes all funds held on account
by the property receiver, if applicable. 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. 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 Auction.com at
800.280.2832 for information regarding
the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet
Web site address www.Auction.com for
information regarding the sale of this
property, using the file number assigned to
this case, CA08002724-16-1. 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. Date: May 18,
2017 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps
TS No. CA08002724-16-1 17100 Gillette
Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300
TDD: 8 6 6 - 6 6 0 - 428 8 M yron Ravelo,
Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION
CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.
Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES
INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.
com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may
be acting as a debt collector attempting to
collect a debt. Any information obtained
may be used for that purpose.ISL Number
31592, Pub Dates: 05/24/2017, 05/31/2017,
06/07/2017, ROSSMOOR NEWS
Legal RN 6198
Publish May 24, 31 and June 7, 2017
T. S .
No.
16-45003
APN:
223-150-061-8NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S
SALEYOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED
OF TRUST DATED 9/29/2005. 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: ALAN
KU AND LINDA KU, HUSBAND AND WIFE
AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH RIGHT
OF SURVIVORSHIPDuly Appointed Trustee:
Zieve, Brodnax & Steele, LLP Deed of
Trust recorded 10/26/2005 as Instrument
No. 2005-0415112-00 in book , page of
Official Records in the office of the Recorder
of Contra Costa County, California, Date of
Sale: 6/21/2017 at 1:30 PMPlace of Sale:
At the North side of the Pittsburg Civic
Center near the grass located at 65 Civic
Avenue, Pittsburg, CAEstimated amount
of unpaid balance and other charges:
$278,992.09Note: 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
property: 633 KIRKSTONE COURTSAN
RAMON, California 94583. Described as
follows: As more fully described on said
Deed of Trust A.P.N #.: 223-150-061-8
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,
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 16-45003.
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: 5/23/2017Zieve, Brodnax
& Steele, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate
Park, Suite 450Irvine, CA 92606For
Non-Automated Sale Information, call:
(714) 848-7920For Sale Information:
(714) 848-9272 www.elitepostandpub.
comChristine O’Brien, Trustee Sale
OfficerTHIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO
COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION
WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT
PURPOSE. EPP 22428 5/31, 6/7, 6/14/17
Legal RN 6199
Publish May 31, June 7 and 14, 2017
T.S. No. 052767-CA APN: 270-031-007-7
NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT
NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE
IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST,
DATED 12/21/2007. 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
On 6/21/2017 at 1:30 PM, CLEAR RECON
CORP., as duly appointed trustee under
and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded
1/3/2008, as Instrument No. 20080001092-00, of Official Records in the
office of the County Recorder of Contra
Costa Count y, State of CALIFORNIA
executed by: VIOLET E SPRAINGS, AN
UNMARRIED WOMAN WILL SELL AT
PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER
FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN
ON 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: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE
PIT TSBURG CIVIC CENTER OUTSIDE
NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC
AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 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
described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON
SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address
and other common designation, if any,
of the real property described above is
purported to be: 170 GLORIETTA BLVD
ORINDA, CA 94563-3543 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 held, but without
covenant or warranty, express or implied,
regarding title, possession, condition, or
encumbrances, including fees, charges
and expenses of the Trustee and of the
trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to
pay the remaining principal sums of the
note(s) secured 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:
$690,260.58 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. 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 (844)
477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site
WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file
number assigned to this case 052767-CA.
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 SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869
CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive
Suite 200 San Diego, California 92117
Legal RN 6201
Publish May 31, June 7 and 14, 2017
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Martinez, CA 94553-3075
FILED: April 14, 2017
L. Ferm, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F2017-0002503-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing
business as: Area Rug Cleaning Direct,
3955 Industrial Way #E, Concord, CA
94520, Contra Costa County. 25A Crescent Dr. #321, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523.
Gamble’s Flooring, Inc.
1524 Fieldcrest Dr.
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
California/ Gamble’s Flooring Inc.
Business conducted by a Corporation.
The registrant(s) commenced to
transact business under the fictitious
business name listed above.
s/Daniel Gamble, President
This statement was filed with Joseph
E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra
Costa County, on date indicated by file
stamp.
L. Ferm,
Deputy County Clerk
Legal RN 6192
Publish May 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2017
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Martinez, CA 94553-3075
FILED: May 09, 2017
T Lawson, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F2017-0002985-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing
business as: The Foundation, 2430
Sprig Court, Concord, CA 94520, Contra
Costa County. and 1013 Bermuda Drive,
Concord, CA 94515.
Feel the Foundation
2430 Sprig Court
Concord, CA 94520
Business conducted by a Corporation.
The registrant(s) commenced to
transact business under the fictitious
business name listed above.
s/Daniel Adler, CEO,
This statement was filed with Joseph
E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra
Costa County, on date indicated by file
stamp.
T. Lawson,
Deputy County Clerk
Legal RN 6193
Publish May 17, 24, 31 and June 7, 2017
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Martinez, CA 94553-3075
FILED: May 15, 2017
A. Ramirez, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F2017-0003084-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing
business as: La Costeña Market, LLC,
1170 23rd Street, Richmond, CA 94804,
Contra Costa County.
La Costeña Market, LLC
1170 23rd Street
Richmond, CA 94804
Business conducted by a Limited
Liability Co.
The registrant(s) commenced to
transact business under the fictitious
business name listed above.
s/Nawaf S. Alawdi, President
This statement was filed with Joseph
E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra
Costa County, on date indicated by file
stamp.
A. Ramirez
Deputy County Clerk
Legal RN 6195
Publish May 24, 31, June 7 and 14, 2017
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Martinez, CA 94553-3075
FILED: May 15, 2017
T. Lawson, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO. F2017-0003059-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following person(s) are doing
business as: Conflict Transformation
Fun, 2272 Lisa Lane, Pleasant Hill,
CA 94523, Contra Costa County. 25
Crescent Drive, Suite A#604, Pleasant
Hill, CA 94523.
Sally Wright
2272 Lisa Lane
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Business conducted by an Individual.
The registrant(s) commenced to
transact business under the fictitious
business name listed above on March
1, 2017.
s/Sally Wright
This statement was filed with Joseph
E. Canciamilla, County Clerk of Contra
Costa County, on date indicated by file
stamp.
T. Lawson
Deputy County Clerk
Legal RN 6197
Publish May 24, 31, June 7 and 14, 2017
Rossmoor News • May 31, 2017
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Rossmoor NewsWednesday, May 31, 2017Section B • Page 1B
SPORTS
Good scores come out of Rossmoor Bocce ball summer
Men’s Golf Club Par Three Tourney league already underway
The Rossmoor Men’s Golf
Club (RMGC) played the Par
Three Tournament on May 24
on the Dollar Ranch Course
with the holes all set up as par
3s.
The maximum yardage on
any of the holes was 150 yards.
The tees were placed in unusual locations on all the par
4s and 5s. The tee box for hole
13 was place in the ninth fairway. The tee box for 14 was
from the eighth fairway so the
tee shot had to cross over the
creek.
The set up made for some
interesting shots and a premium placed on mid- to shortiron play, the ability to get up
and down, bunker play and especially putting.
The gross and net scores
within the three flights were
extremely close. The handicaps were paired down by the
Pro Shop to meet the course
set up. An example would be
a handicap of 10 would now be
4.5 for the tournament.
There were some good
scores, especially in the first
flight where Bart Moore and
Brent Atkins tied with Jack
Meng and Rich Wheeler with a
two under par 52 gross. Moore
and Atkins won the low gross
for the flight based on a back
nine card match. The following
are the results for the flights.
First flight, low gross: Bart
Moore and Brent Atkins. The
low net results were: first, Jack
Meng and Rich Wheeler; second, Charles Walls and David
Mouliaison; third, Chuck Moran and a blind partner; fourth,
Chuck Leong and Jim Pingatore; and fifth, David Bosley
and Rod Lee.
Second flight, low gross:
Donald Terry and Pat Iacullo.
The low net results were first,
Edwin Kung and Pang Man;
second, Frank Reynolds and
Patrick Phelps; third, Gary
Hargrove and Tim Christofferson; fourth, Mark Weiss and
Steven Wight; and fifth, Bob
Montgomery and Joe Bremner.
Bocce season is underway. Those new to the game or interested in playing are invited to the courts for open play,
Tuesday through Thursday, 9 to 11 a.m.
There are pick-up games with seasoned players who can
teach the basics or help sharpen players’ skills.
Twenty-four teams play competitive bocce in the summer
league, from May through August, on Tuesday, Wednesday,
Thursday and Friday mornings. Players wrap up the season
with a delicious catered barbecue at Hillside.
Rossmoor Bocce League has almost 300 members, with
room for more. Besides fun games, the club has many social
events, a potluck, cheese and wine party, ice cream social
and Christmas party.
For more information, contact Jan Jones at 817-8718 or
[email protected].
News photos by Mike DiCarlo
Third flight winners of the Par Three Tournament are, from left,
Bruce Hicks, Don Loustalet, Matt Raggio and Cecil Chang.
The Rossmoor Men’s Golf
Club (RMGC) will host its third
home and home event of the
year on Wednesday, June 7, entertaining golfers from Oakhurst
and Orinda country clubs.
Check-in and breakfast start
at 7:30 a.m. at the Creekside
Grill. There will be an 8:30
shotgun start followed by
lunch and prizes at 1 p.m. at
the Event Center.
The entry fee is $32 and
includes breakfast, lunch and
prizes. Envelopes are available
Par Three Tournament winners of the first flight are, from left, in the Pro Shop. Reservation
checks should be payable to
Bart Moore, Brent Atkins, Jack Meng and Rich Wheeler.
RMGC. A separate green fee
must be paid at the Pro Shop.
Player sign up deadline is noon
Friday, June 2.
Membership in the RMGC
is required to participate in all
home and home events. Priority for away home and home
events is determined by the
number of home and home
events participated in at home.
Players with a 25-plus index
will play from the gold tees.
The Pro Shop will set the foursomes and flights according to
handicaps. Rossmoor players
are required to provide carts to
share with guest players.
Wear RMGC shirts for the
event. In order to keep the pace
of play at four to four-anda-half hours, pick up balls as
soon as the two best scores are
determined.
The club thanks Mary Jane
Kiefer of Keller Williams Realty for sponsoring the range
balls and Marsha Wehrenberg
and her agents at Intero Realty
for sponsoring raffle prizes.
For information, contact
Fred Sun at 719-9438 or at
[email protected]; Mike
Kiefer at 348-1976 or at [email protected]; or the
RGMC website at www.rossmoorgolf.com.
Sign up for Trails Club hikes
Second flight Par Three Tournament winners are, from left,
Don Terry, Pat Iacullo, Pang Man and Edwin Kung.
Third flight, low gross:
Bruce Hicks and Don Loustalet. The low net results were
first, Cecil Chang and Matthew Raggio; second, Joseph
McElroy and Rene Herrerias;
third, Albert Weinhold and
Dan Ventura; fourth, Howard
Reich and James Graham; and
Continued on page 3B
30s/40s/50s Couples Club golf group
plans scamble on June 10 at Creekside
The couples golf group of
the 30s/40s/50s Couples Club
will have a scramble/mixer
on Saturday, June 10, on the
Creekside Golf Course with a
2:30 p.m. start time.
Following play, there will
be a social hour at Dollar picnic grounds.
The cost is $15 per couple.
Reservation checks, payable to
the 30s/40s/50s Couples Club,
should be sent to Susan Day at
Men’s golf hosts Orinda
and Oakhurst next week
1284 Skycrest Drive No. 4 by
Wednesday, May 31. No refunds
will be given after that date.
Players will be responsible
for paying the greens fees and
arranging cart rental, if needed. Reservations are limited to
32 couples.
For information about the
scramble/mixer or couples
golf, contact Sue Cannon at
954-7885.
The 30s/40s/50s Couples
Club is for Rossmoor couples
born in the decades of the
1930s, 1940s and 1950s. It is
a social club whose purpose is
to meet others in the same age
group with similar interests.
For information about activities, or to join the club,
contact Acting Membership
Chairwoman Sherie Pedersen
at [email protected] or at
254-2269. Jan Widdel can also
be contacted at 944-0812.
If you enjoy the outdoors,
you’ll enjoy the Trails Club for
both physical activity and socializing.
The club offers a variety
of hikes in the East Bay every
Wednesday and Saturday. These
hikes may be on Mt. Diablo or,
at Castle Rock Park, Briones and
Redwood parks. Occasionally,
hikes are planned in San Francisco and in the Marin Headlands.
On Monday mornings, club
members walk around the golf
course when the course is closed
to golfers.
The hikers also enjoy several
parties and potlucks throughout
the year.
Hikers are divided into four
groups. Generally, Amblers hike
three to five miles at a moderate
pace with up to 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 increasing elevation gains or at a faster pace.
Most hikes, but not all, are within the East Bay.
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.
Check out the complete
schedule, along with changes
and updates, on the web page at
trailsclubofrossmoor.com. Go to
Monthly Hike Calendar and click
on Agenda. All the pertinent information about meeting times and
what to bring is also on the website.
Trails Club members are
well-traveled and very friendly
folks. To join the club, go to the
website and go to Club Information, then Membership. Print an
application packet and send it to
the registrar.
For information, call Mary
Ann Garvey, membership coordinator, at 932-6505.
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Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Pickleball Club to hold
annual picnic June 4
The Rossmoor Pickleball Club will have its annual summer
picnic on Sunday, June 4, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Sportsman Park at
Hillside.
The annual picnic is a fun and relaxed event that is perfect
for socializing, enjoying delicious food and partaking in outdoor
games, such as bocce and pickleball-baseball. In addition, raffle
tickets will be available for cash prizes.
The Pickleball Club encourages all members and their guests
to join the fun. Sign up on the reservation sheet on the bulletin
board at the Creekside courts.
Members are asked to bring their own beverages and a dish to
share for eight to 10 people. If members wish to bring something
to barbecue, the grills will be ready at 4:30. Water, plates, forks
and charcoal will be provided by the club.
To learn more about pickleball or to join the Rossmoor Pickleball Club, visit www.rossmoorpickleball.com or contact club
President Dale Reynolds at [email protected].
The senior men of the Rossmoor Tennis Club who beat the Oakland Hills Club are, from left,
Larry Barclay, Ron Wyman, Stuart Coffey, Mike Kiefer, Allan Tam, Mike Ying, Team Captain Jerry
Robinson, Barry Brian and Bill Van Wagoner.
Pickleball Club to hold
orientation clinic
Rossmoor Tennis Club senior men
sweep Oakland Hills opponents
Rossmoor Pickleball Club
will hold an outdoor orientation clinic on Saturday,
June 10, from 2 to 4 p.m., at
Creekside Pickleball Courts.
This free clinic is open to all
Rossmoor residents.
Pickleball is the fastest
growing sport in the nation and
in Rossmoor. Anyone wondering how to play or who has not
played for some time is invited
to sign up for the clinic.
The clinic will include information about the Pickleball
Club and the history of the
game. Attendees will also be
introduced to the equipment,
rules, and the physical and
mental benefits of the sport.
They will see an on-court
demonstration and receive an
instructed opportunity to play.
The clinic will be held outdoors so come prepared with
hats, sunscreen, sunglasses,
exercise clothes, tennis shoes
and water.
Applications for 2017 membership in the Rossmoor Pickleball Club will be available.
All equipment needed for the
clinic will be provided by the
club.
Attendees must pre-register by calling Frank Reynolds
at 322-8850. No walk-ins will
be accepted as there is limited
space, equipment and volunteers.
Past experience has shown
this clinic fills up fast, so early
registration is recommended.
The club will sign up the first
24 residents that call and several alternates.
To learn more about the
Pickleball Club and the game,
visit www.rossmoorpickleball.
com.
By Ron Wyman
Club correspondent
Oakland Hill Tennis Club
came to Rossmoor with five
teams ready to play a competitive tennis tournament against
the Rossmoor Tennis Club
(RTC) senior men. The RTC
men, however, were ready for
them and won all five matches.
At line 1, Larry Barclay and
Mike Kiefer won a competitive
match in straight sets 6-3, 6-4.
At line 2, Jerry Robinson
and Barry Brian won decisively
against some able opponents
Front Walkers plan walk
Join Rossmoor Front Walkers for their monthly walk on
Saturday, June 3, at 9 a.m.
Meet at Creekside parking lot,
under the covered walkway.
Afterwards, walkers are invited to head to the Mulligan
Room for conversation and
light refreshments. Bring a dad
for double the fun.
The Rossmoor Lawn Bowling
Club held women’s and men’s
triples championships on May 16,
17 and 18. Eighteen women and
21 men entered the championship
tournaments in which no handicap points were considered.
For three consecutive days,
the bowlers were blessed with
a blue sky and cool and sunny
days, perfect weather for lawn
bowling.
The six women’s teams played
a round robin format, playing
five matches each, two on each
of the first two days and the last
match on the third day.
When all matches had been
finished and the dust settled, the
team of Pauline de Assis, Suzie Eriksen and Micki Remedios
took the championship with all
five wins. The runners-up were
the team of Vera Belton, Diana
Wong and Sylvi MacDonald
with four wins.
Taking third place was the team
of Sandy Souza, Julane Sampson
and Sue Yahng with three wins.
Fourth place went to Mimi Rodrigues, Jody Allison and Brenda
Oliveira with one win.
With seven teams, the men
had to compete for two days in
qualifying rounds to clinch a
spot in the semi-finals round. On
the third day, both semi-finals
Grand opening set for
Larkey Swim Center
The public is invited to a
grand opening celebration for the
renovated Larkey Swim Center,
2771 Buena Vista Ave., Walnut
Creek, on Saturday, June 10,
from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event
will include free admission to the
pool and spray ground and fun
activities for families.
Beginning Sunday, June 11,
Larkey Swim Center will be
open for recreational swimming,
ongoing private and group swim
lessons and opportunities for
rentals for birthday parties, day
camps and school trips.
To register for swim lessons,
visit www.walnutcreekrec.org.
Discounted summer recreational swim passes will
be available for purchase at
Clarke Swim Center in Heather Farm Park through June 10.
These passes are valid for unlimited recreational swimming
at both swim centers from June
10 through Sept. 4.
To better serve the changing
aquatics needs of the community, the 45-year-old pool has
been completely reconstructed
and deepened to ensure it can
safely and simultaneously accommodate varying swim activities and ages of swimmers.
With the addition of a
spray ground, Larkey Swim
Center will provide an engaging water play experience that is fun, water efficient, healthy, and safe
for children of all abilities.
Interclub League
On Saturday, May 20, the
Rossmoor Tennis Club hosted
a tournament with Trilogy
from Rio Vista. The format
was four women’s doubles
matches, four men’s doubles
and four mixed doubles.
The Rossmoor women’s and
men’s teams each won their
groups while Trilogy won the
mixed doubles convincingly.
At the end of the day, Rossmoor
and Trilogy each had won 12
sets but Trilogy had won 110
games to Rossmoor’s 104.
Continued on page 3B
Bob and Micki Remedios win men’s
and women’s triples bowling championships
By Mike Ying
Rossmoor Front Walkers is a
chapter of the International Front
Runners organization (IFR)
and is sponsored by Rossmoor
LGBT Alliance, which works
to build bridges between and
with friends and members of the
LGBT community.
For more information, visit
www.rossmoorlgbta.org.
6-0, 6-1.
At line 3, Ron Wyman
and Mike Ying won a very
competitive and long twosetter 6-4, 6-2.
At line 4, Allan Tam and
Stuart Coffey won the longest
and most competitive match
off the day losing the first
set in a tiebreaker 6-7, then
roaring back to win the second
and third set 6-1, 7-6.
At line 5, Murry Veroff and
Bill Van Wagoner ran over
their opponent in the quickest
match of the day, winning in
straight sets 6-1, 6-1
Club correspondent
Women’s Triples Champions from left, Suzie Eriksen, Pauline de
Assis and Micki Remedios
Men’s Triples Champions from left, Bob Reiner, Bob Remedios
and Lionel Guterres
matches were played simultaneously on Green 3.
Scattered groups of club
members were perched outside
the Diablo Room and cheered
on the teams and applauded for
every good shot.
In one semi-finals match, the
first place team of Eilan Sloustcher, Rick Oliveira and Mike
Ying quickly took the lead 6 to
0 in three ends against the fourth
place team of Bob Remedios, LiContinued on page 3B
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Golfers, from left, Roseanne Wright, Laura Leong and Terri
Celli played in the Niners’ May 4 low net tourney. Leong
placed first in the third flight.
3B
Getting refreshments ready for the open house are members, from left, Frankie Napoli, Virginia
Carion, Horatio Carion, Carolyn Choy, Micki Remedios, Sue Yahng, Lucy Guterres and Mimi
Rodrigues.
Niners’ second scramble
drew 40 women golfers Couple sweeps lawn bowling tourneys
Forty golfers turned out There will be no regular play
for the second scramble of
the season for the Rossmoor
Women’s Nine-Hole Golf
Club.
The winning foursome
was Elaine Kutler, Pauline
Hanley, Sherry Marks and
Yan Sun. Two foursomes tied
for second with Angie Logsdon, Jean O’Neill, Lorrie
McCurdy and Sarah Buehrer in one and Barbara Langerman, Barbara May, Terri
Celli and Valerie Helenson in
the second.
Two foursomes also tied
for third with Barbara Iacullo, Karen Wener, Mary
Kelley and Pat Baker in one
group and Judy Taylor, Pat
Dunn, Susan Oh and Toni
Hessler in the other group.
Rossmoor Niners will
host a team play tournament
on Thursday, June 1, with a
shotgun start at 8:30 a.m.
day tournament.
Team play will use the
Creekside Golf Course all
morning. Those who want to
play in the afternoon should
contact the Pro Shop to arrange a tee time. Thursday,
June 8, will be a low net tournament.
Golf tip
To improve the pace of
play, follow Golf Courses Director Mark Heptig’s 20 Second Rule: Take no more than
20 seconds to line up your
shot, take one practice swing
and hit the ball. Consider
making your practice swing
while waiting for a teammate
to hit her ball.
Words of wisdom
Jack Nicklaus said that
professional golf is the only
sport where, if you win 20
percent of the time, you’re
the best.
Continued from page 2B
onel Guterres and Bob Reiner.
But Team Remedios was not
deterred and put up a persistent
fight to tie the score 10 to 10 at
end 11 and took the match eventually, scoring an additional 4
points to Team Sloustcher’s 3,
with a score 14 to 13 at end 16.
In the other semi-finals
match, the second place team
of Miguel Roliz, Mike Clancy
and Peter Souza played against
the third place team of Bill Lee,
Mel Fredlund and Victor Chang.
Team Roliz jumped immediately to a commanding lead of 15
to 2 after nine ends and never
looked back and clinched victory with a score of 22 to 7 at
end 16.
The finals match between
Team Remedios and Team
Roliz took place after a brief
lunch break. Team Remedios
scored quick points to jump to a
5 to 0 lead at end 5 and contin-
Golf Shop News
F R O M T H E g o l f p ro
Try It, You’ll Like It!
By Wayne Weckerlin and Chris Andres, golf professionals
Tee it Forward
was designed to help golfers have more fun
on the course and enhance their overall experience by playing from a set of tees best
suited to their abilities.
Tee it Forward
if you want to have more fun on the golf
course and maybe play a little faster.
Tee it Forward
helps you play from tees best suited to your
game, based on how far you hit the ball.
Tee it Forward
can make golf much more fun for millions of
people.
Guidelines for selecting tees
Driver distance Recommended 18-hole yardagesRecommended Rossmoor tees
275 Yards............................... 6,700-6,900
250 Yards............................... 6,200-6,400....................... Dollar Ranch BLUE
225 Yards............................... 5,800-6,000......................Dollar Ranch WHITE................ Creekside BLUE
200 Yards............................... 5,200-5,500................ Dollar Ranch COMBO R/W........Creekside WHITE
.......................................Dollar Ranch RED...................... Creekside RED
175 Yards................................ 4,400-4,600.......................Dollar Ranch GOLD............... Creekside GOLD
150 Yards................................ 3,500-3,700
125 Yards................................ 2,800-3,000
100 Yards................................2,100-2,300
Many of our clubs have adopted a version of this initiative for tournament play.
Others are experiencing an exciting, new
approach to the game that produces more
enjoyment and elevates their desire to come
back and play even more golf. As the old
Alka Seltzer saying goes, “Try it! You’ll
like it!”
ued the relentless assault against
its opponents through the rest of
the game. Team Roliz made feeble attempts for a comeback but
the deficit was too much to overcome. Team Remedios won the
match and the championship, 16
to 8.
Lawn bowlers congratulate
the Remedios who won both
men’s and women’s championships, a rare feat that comes with
bragging rights.
Open house
May 20 was the hottest day
of the year ​and it was the day of
the club’s open house. Nineteen
intrepid prospective bowlers
braved the heat to give the game
a try.​
The open house was one in a
series of events celebrating the
50th anniversary of the club.
The hardy guests were given
personalized lessons in rolling
the slightly elliptical bowls,
and watched in amazement the
bowls run with bias curving to
the sides.
After the initial introduction,
they were able to try their hands
at a couple of training games
to practice what they had just
learned. There was a bit of competition, but mainly a fun time.
Two ongoing exhibition games
by members of the club showed
the guests how the game should
be played during a match.
Meanwhile, refreshments
were served in the comfortably​
air conditioned Mat House.
Members and guests enjoyed hot
dogs, chips, appetizers,​desserts
and plenty of cold drinks.
It is hoped that many of the
guests attending the open house
will take the next step to sign
up for the free ​lessons ​offered
by the club on Mondays and
Wednesdays at 10 a.m. For information, contact instructors
Ed and Pauline de Assis at 9432003.
Tennis Club sweeps Oakland
Continued from page 2B
In the match of the day,
Larry Barclay and Bernie Wolf
won the number one men’s
match, 7-5 and 7-6 in a two
hour marathon of high level
tennis.
Special thanks to Sally Nordwall who handled the check
in desk, scoring and court
assignments and to Muriel
Luck, Carol Pillsbury, Amy
RMGC Par 3
Tournament
Continued from page 1B
fifth, Alan Brown and John
Newman.
Newman did an excellent job on his maiden voyage as tournament director.
Pros Mark Heptig and Brent
Mulinax as always provided
their great administrative assistance. RMGC gives a big
hearty thanks to them for a
very successful and fun outing.
See the RMGC website rossmoorgolf.com/men’s club for
more details and all upcoming
events.
Bollinger, Christine Barclay
and Eppie Ying who helped
with getting the food cooked
and served.
All in all, some great tennis,
camaraderie, 66 chicken apple sausages and Sally’s killer
coleslaw was enjoyed by everyone.
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Men’s golf will hold 36-hole
Director’s Cup on June 17 and 21
The Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club has scheduled this year’s Stroke Play Championship/
Director’s Cup. It will be on Saturday, June 17,
and conclude on Wednesday, June 21.
This is a 36-hole event on the Dollar Ranch
Golf Course. Sign up envelops are now available in the Pro Shop.
All members of the Men’s Golf Club are eligible to enter and play. The Stroke Play Championship is a scratch event played from the blue
tees and the winner is awarded a green jacket at
the annual Men’s Club dinner.
The Director’s Cup competition is a handicap/net ball event. Players are separated into
flights. White tees or gold tees may be selected
when registering for the tournament.
Prizes are awarded for each flight with the
Director’s Cup being awarded to the best net
ball score encompassing all flights.
The entry fee is $24 per player and includes
lunch following the conclusion of the competition on June 21. There will also be an awards
ceremony.
The first day of the competition begins with
tee times at 8:30 a.m. The final round will be a
shotgun start beginning at 8:30 a.m.
Green fees are charged at the member rate
and are payable in the Pro Shop prior to each
day’s play.
Entries will close on Wednesday, June 14.
No refunds for cancellations will be made after
that date.
For information, call Curtis Mitchell at 209483-2005.
Jean Autrey and Valerie Mills score
70.11 percent in duplicate bridge game
Monday, May 15
Section A
N/S 1. A. Petersen/C. Warner
2. A. Murray/T. Szymczak 3. E.
Reeve/P. Zieger 4. J. Fendel/B.
Fendel
E/W 1. M. Suchman/B. Price
2. A. Smith/A. Mattox 3. A. Eastman/J. Burnson 4. G. Cunha/R.
Cunha
Section B
N/S 1. E. Ying/D. Janssen
2. M. Garvey/M. Treppa 3. D.
Kwok/L. Kwok 4. R. Becker/H.
Magen
E/W 1. K. Pittman/M. Mobberley 2. J. Kitchens/W. Warren
3. J. Nold/C. Ferrett 4. R. Conrad/M. Highfield
Tuesday, May 16
Section A
N/S 1. A. Murray/T. Szymczak
2. J. Granich/F. Block 3. G. Hargrove/J. Slattery 4. H. Rosenberg/L. Weisenberg
E/W 1. K. Miller/M. Suchman 2. N. Ward/B. Ward 3. R.
Bollinger/E. Rutter 4. R. Lehman/B. LaCour
Section B
N/S 1. M. Handy/K. Handy 2.
R. Becker/S. Peterson 3. A. Geiger/D. Janssen 4. D. Kwok/L.
Kwok
E/W 1. J. Commons/P. Arsenault 2. B. Mayne/H. Mayne 3. J.
Bechtel/J. Thorne 4. E. Matsui/J.
Logan
Jean Autrey, left, and Valerie Mills earned a 70.11 percent duplicate bridge score in the 299ers game.
Wednesday, May 17
N/S 1. V. Petersen/A. Petersen
2. L. Pesavento/R. Lemons 3. E.
Reeve/B. Burgess 4. J. Francis/C.
Warner
E/W 1. B. Price/M. Suchman
2. M. McArthur/J. Mailman 3. P.
Efland/B. LaCour 4. N. Schoenfeld/R. Wolf
Thursday, May 18
N/S 1. J. Zayc/K. Fernbacher
2. G. Hargrove/C. Lutrin 3. B.
Legler/E. Drew 4. N. Marks/I.
Lichtblau
E/W 1. M. Gosnell/J. Gosnell
2.A. Murray/M. Suchman 3. A.
Hollingsworth/B. McKay 4. G.
Cunha/R. Cunha
Friday, May 19
N/S 1. J. Ruble/L. Walker 2.
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 May 24
problem is 1.Rxh6 check…..
gxh6 2.Bb2 check .. Rf6
3.Bx6 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 in the back corner on the first floor of Dollar Clubhouse. Players are
welcome on Fridays from
12:30 to 5 p.m. On Saturdays,
there’s a nice crowd from 10
a.m. to 4 p.m. Play is on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Call or email a player to meet
you there.
The club thanks whoever
donated the wooden chess set.
Call Bob Dickson at 9341405 with the solution and
any questions or comments.
S. Crinnion/J. Newton 3. T. Hensley/J. Newton 4. C. Wilkes/L.
Weston
E/W 1. M. Gschwind/O. Gordon 2. L. John/L.Virden 3. D.
Jones/DJ. Dixon 4. G. McBeth/S.
Schwemin
Saturday, May 20
N/S 1. C. Friedman/R. Friedman 2. R. Corr/E. Beltran 3. B.
Smith/S. Henry 4. L. Pesavento/A.
Mattox
E/W 1. M. Gosnell/J. Gosnell
2. M. Suchman/A. Murray 3. C.
Warner/E. Reeve 4. V. Petersen/B.
Price
For additional information, see
posted results or go to www.clubresults.org/results.php?id=MTM4MzYy
Duplicate
Bridge plans
special games
in June
The Duplicate Bridge Club
will offer special games in
June.
June 5 through 10 is Club
Championship Week. Extra
points will be awarded.
On June 8 there will be an
IMP Pairs game.
June 15 is the North American Pair Qualifier game.
On June 25,,, there will be
a Unit Game with lunch at
noon and play at 1 p.m. The
lunch will be pizza provided
by the Unit in appreciation
of Rossmoor hosting the Sectional Tournament last year.
i
Improve Your Bridge Play
Should You Pass Partner’s
Takeout Double? (Part 1)
Reference: Mel Colchamiro, “How You
Can Play Like an Expert,” 2007
By David Terris
Here is a common situation:
LHO
Part.
RHO
You
1♠2♥Pass
PassDblPass ???
♠7
♥Q10853
♦Q54
♣9873
You have good hearts, but only 4 HCP. Should you leave
the double in? Remember, partner wants you to bid something. Believe it or not, it is OK to pass leaving the double
in for penalty.
Now suppose you had this hand with the same auction:
♥A8653
♦A54
♣Q873
♠7
This hand has more strength, but it is more dangerous to
leave the double in because the hearts are not as good.
What then can guide you in your decision whether to pass
or bid in these situations?
Mel Colchamiro’s “Rule of Nine” for Passing
Partner’s Takeout Double
At any point in the auction where partner has made a
takeout double and RHO passes, add the number of cards
in opponent’s suit plus number of honors in opponent’s suit
(including the ten) plus level of the contract. If the total is
“9” or more, pass. If the total is “8” or less, bid something.
IMPORTANT: This rule applies only to the situation of
deciding whether to pass partner’s takeout double. It does
not apply when considering a unilateral decision to double
opponent’s contract.
Part.
RHO
You
LHO
1♠
3♥Pass
PassDblPass ???
♠65
♥A1054
♦97642
♣65
Pass. Applying the Rule of 9, you get a total of “9” (4
trump + 2 honors + 3 level). This says that you have enough
to pass. Remember, partner is reopening the bidding at the
3-level so he has extra strength.
LHO
Part.
RHO
You
1♥1♠Pass
2♠ DblPass ???
♠K9853
♥42
♦64
♣J10873
Bid 3♣. The Rule of 9 gets you only a total of “8” (5 trump
+ 1 honor + 2 level). Therefore, it is imperative that you bid.
Part.
RHO
You
LHO
1♠2♥Pass
PassDblPass ???
♠8
♥987542
♦86
♣K876
Bid 3♣. You have a terrible hand but long hearts. The Rule
of 9 only gets you to a total of “8,” so you must bid something. Bid 3♣ and make the best of it.
(Neither Side Vulnerable)
LHO
Part.
RHO
You
2♥ DblPass ???
♠J105
♥KQ106
♦A53
♣876
Either bid 2NT, 3NT or Pass. Bid 2NT if it is natural in
this situation. If, however, you are playing the Lebensohl
convention, that bid is not available. In this case, you could
perhaps bid 3NT, which might or might not make. But the
Rule of 9 gets you a total of “9,” and your hand should be
good for at least 3 tricks. The Rule of 9 gives you a good
probability of a plus score.
Next time: some exceptions to the Rule of 9.
David Terris can be emailed at rossmoor.bridgeplay@
gmail.com.
If your Rossmoor News was not delivered on Wednesday, call 988-7800 between 8 a.m. and noon on Thursday.
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Domino winners named Railroad Club invites residents to
trolley ride and picnic at museum
The domino winners for May 22 are Carl Pischke 329, Mike
Flanagan 324, Karin Romak 323, Jim Bombardier 321, Miriam
Schwartz 312 and Sue Wickens 311.
The winners for May 20 are Neal Monasch 334, Jeannie Johnson 332, Miriam Schwartz 331, Wint Mather 328, Elaine Eisenstadt 327 and Walter Roosli 324.
Experienced players meet on Monday evenings in the Oak
Room at Gateway Clubhouse. Participants should plan to arrive
at 6:30 as play begins promptly at 6:45.
Saturday sessions for inclusion of the less experienced players meet from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in Multipurpose Room 2
at Gateway.
Experienced players, who want a higher-stakes game, are
invited to meet with the Brown Baggers on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9 in the Garden Room at Dollar
Clubhouse.
Teaching sessions are on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. to noon
in the Oak Room. There are instructors for all levels from
beginner to experienced players. Tables are also available for
novice players to hone their skills against other novice players
in a noncompetitive environment.
Tip of the week
If a team is behind by a significant score late in a round (e.g.
the score is 57-40), the trailing team should abandon defensive
rules and keep the board count high, as this is the only way to
try to get as close to 60 as possible and help the overall score.
It will probably also give the opponents many more points, but
hopefully it will even out in the day’s tally.
Partnership Bridge
On May 19 at partnership
bridge, the scores were: John deBendictis/Patsy McAteer 4220,
Carolyn Nelson/Wini Biehl 3460,
Lolly Meagher/Eleanor Blanton
3270, Judy and Ted Augustine
2600 and Shanti Haydon/Mary
Kelley 2590. The low score was
890. For information, call Helen
Dailey at 934-1902 or Carolyn
Nelson at 256-0144.
On May 23, 18 people played
partnership bridge in the Oak
Room at Gateway. Helen Field/Ellen Doerfer had the top score with
3590. Other winners were: Dolores
and John Clark 3170 and Elizabeth
Moise/Vicki LaBatt 2560. The low
score was 940. Directors Dolores
and John Clark managed the game.
For information, call Dolores
Clark at 330-8612.
Reserve now for Hadassah’s
game day on June 29
Rossmoor residents and their family members, 12 years and older, are invited to come
along with members of the Railroad Club to
visit the Western Railway Museum in Rio Vista
on Thursday, June 15.
Carpools will leave Gateway at 9 a.m. sharp
in order to catch the one-hour interurban trolley
ride on the former Sacramento Northern line
at 11.
After the trolley ride, there will be a picnic in
the museum’s park and then a docent-led tour of
Car House Three. Attendees can roam through
interesting displays, including Car House One.
There’s a well-stocked rail buff’s gift shop.
Rotary hosts talk by sports specialist
Andy Dolich on Wednesday, June 7
Rossmoor Rotary welcomes
Andy Dolich as its guest
speaker on Wednesday, June
7, talking on “Is the Bay Area
the number one sports market
in the country?”
Rotary meets in the Diablo
Room at Hillside from 11:30
a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Lunch starts at noon
and the speaker talks at 1
p.m. Guests and potential new
members are welcome.
Dolich brings over five decades of executive experience
in the sports industry, including front office positions in
the National Football League
Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society will meet
on Friday, June 16, at 10 a.m. in the Club Room
at Creekside.
“Lies, Lies and Damn Lies. Can DNA Solve
My Paternal Lineage?” will be presented by the
main speaker, Jeffrey Vaillant.
Past president of the California Genealogical
Society library, Vaillant lived as a Vaillant for
about 60 years before discovering it wasn’t his
real name.
He will discuss the revelation of the family
surname change and the research it entailed.
One step of that process was the effort to find
a willing Y-DNA donor to complete his quest.
Along the way Vaillant became aware of useful techniques that he will share for those who
have found themselves in a similar situation.
In addition to his extensive involvement in
the California Genealogical Society and Library, Vaillant currently serves as president of
the Sonoma County Genealogical Society and
is a member of Friends of Civil War Alcatraz.
He is also an active member of the Associawhere members help each other. Lessons are free, if desired. tion of Professional Genealogists and specialThere is an annual fee of $5,
plus $9 for a national hand card.
For information, call Claire
Berry at 934-9695 or email her
at [email protected].
Free lessons on American
mahjong on weekends
Acalanes Club sets summer
get-together at Event Center
The Rossmoor Acalanes
Alumni Club will have its
annual summer get together
on Thursday, June 15, at 5:15
p.m. in the Donner Room at
the Event Center. The price is
$30 per person, which includes
dinner and beverages.
The Rossmoor club was organized in 2008 and this will
be its ninth annual summer
(NFL), Major League Baseball
(MLB), National Basketball
Association (NBA) and National Hockey League (NHL).
Dolich was responsible for
the day-to-day business operations of the San Francisco
49ers including sales, broadcasting, marketing, corporate
partnerships, public relations,
facility operations, new media
and community relations.
He played a major role in
the team’s improvements at
Candlestick Park and the planning of the $1.4 billion Levi’s
Stadium in Santa Clara which
opened in 2014 and hosted Su-
event. All alumni and friends
are welcome.
Reservation checks should
be mailed to Susan Williamson, 1301 Running Springs
Road No. 1. Indicate your class
and maiden name, if applicable. The reservation deadline
is Thursday, June 8.
For information, call JoAnn
Daigle at 274-1221.
per Bowl 50 in 2016.
Dolich left the team in 2010
to form his own sports business consulting practice. Clients included IMG College,
ADC Partners, West Coast
Conference, the Basketball
Tournament, Full Turn Direct,
Project Franchise and virtual
reality firm, Vhere.
Dolich is working with the
London-based global executive search firm, Odgers Berndtson, to develop its sports
business recruiting practice in
North America.
For more information, call
Joy Alaidarous at 954-1002.
Mt. Diablo genealogists to learn
about DNA at June 16 get-together
Everyone is invited to have a fun day of games, door prizes and raffles on Thursday, June 29, from noon to 4 p.m. in
the Fireside Room at Gateway. The afternoon of games is
sponsored by Diablo Valley Hadassah.
Play mah jongg, card games and board games and enjoy a
lunch catered by Sunrise Bistro. Poker players are welcome.
Bring your own game or one will be found for you. Those
who play mah jongg should bring a card table cover.
The cost is $25 for members and $30 for nonmembers and
guests. Send reservation checks, payable to Diablo Valley
Hadassah, to Helene Magen, 2217 Pine Knoll Drive No. 1.
Payment can also be left in the Hadassah mailbox at Gateway. Reservations will be accepted until Thursday, June 22.
Walk-ins can’t be accommodated.
For information, contact Bernice Rudley, 376-7394.
Rossmoor residents are invited to play American mahjong on Saturday and Sunday
afternoons in Multipurpose
Room 1 at Gateway.
There is a friendly, pleasant
and supportive environment
Attendees may try hands-on activities in the
Traction Labs with the HO-scale layout. The
F. Smith Memorial Library, containing thousands of books, photographs and maps, may be
opened for the Rossmoor group. Attendees will
be homeward bound no later than 3.
Admission for the day is $9. Brown-bag
lunches are $11. Those who prefer, may get a
hot dog lunch at the museum’s Depot Cafe.
Those who plan to go on the excursion are
asked to make reservations for the trip and the
lunch order as soon as possible. Call Diane
Armstrong at 934-6829. All reservations will
be confirmed.
izes in civil war, federal records, Scottish clans
and Italian-American research.
The day’s program will begin with a presentation, “Father’s Participation in World War I”
by Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society member
Bill Reiley. He will tell not only the story of his
father’s experience but will also display some
memorabilia including photos, a 1911 Infantry
Instruction booklet and medals.
A refreshment break will be provided before
Vaillant’s talk begins.
At the conclusion of the meeting, members
and guests are invited to attend the optional,
no-host lunch with the speaker in the Creekside
Grill. Lunch reservations must be made by the
morning of Wednesday, June 14.
Contact Susan Rush at 674-0929 or [email protected].
Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society meets the
third Friday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Club
Room at Creekside. Visitors and guests are welcome. More information is available at the society’s website at www.mdgs.webs.com and on its
Facebook page.
Apple User Group to hear about
MacMail at Monday’s meeting
The Apple User Group of
Rossmoor (AUGR) is available
to help Mac users with computer-related discussions on varied
topics, called focus sessions.
The group meets on the
first and third Mondays of the
month at 10 a.m. in the Vista
Room at Hillside. On Monday,
June 5, Brenda Boswell will explain how to set up and use the
MacMail Program.
The annual Film Fest, jointly sponsored by Diablo Valley
Mac User Group (DVMUG)
and AUGR, will be held on
Tuesday, Aug. 15.
Short films of five minutes
or less from Mac users will be
shown in Peacock Hall, and
the awards party will follow in
the Fireside Room. Wine and
cheese will be served. It is not
too soon to prepare entries for
this popular event. Contact Jennifer Langan at 280-0081 for
more information.
Users of Apple products
can get assistance in the Computer Room at Gateway every
Wednesday morning from 10
a.m. to noon.
There are no dues to join
AUGR, as the group relies on
donations to cover costs of focus sessions and special meetings. Home visits are available
at a suggested minimum charge
of $10. To schedule a home
visit, call Dian Overly at 9456055.
To join the group, email
[email protected], and
include address and phone
number in the body of the letter.
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RELIGION
Religious Services
EPISCOPAL
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church invites all Rossmoor residents
to a service of “caring and sharing through inspirational worship
and fellowship” on Sunday, June 4, at 10 a.m. in the Diablo Room
at Hillside. On this Day of Pentecost, the Rev. Coryl Lassen will
offer a sermon based on John 7:37-39. The service will include
Holy Eucharist. All are welcome to participate fully and stay for
refreshments and fellowship at the potluck coffee hour following
the service.
“Bible Study for People Who Question” is held every Tuesday
at 2 p.m. in the Bunker Room at Creekside. Call the church office
for more details at 937-4820.
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, June 4. Pastor Jack Niemi will preach on John
20:19-23. Erin Plus One will provide special music. Maestro
Wayne Anderson serves as Minister of Music and Don Gurley
serves as Cantor. Immediately following worship all are invited
for a time of sharing delicious goodies and great fellowship.
The people of Hope Church gather in the Fireside Room to be
transformed by a warm and friendly time of liturgical worship
and high-spirited fellowship. Rossmoor Dial-a-Bus delivers attendees to Gateway. Large-print bulletins and hearing aid T-coil
complement the accessibility of worship at Hope. For information or pastoral concerns, contact Pastor Jack at 349-5111. Visit
Hope’s website at www.hoperossmoor.org.
JEWISH
B’nai Israel Congregation will hold Shabbat services on
Friday, June 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Vista Room at Hillside. Barry
and Donna Brian will lead a joyous musical Shabbat service.
Helene Feldman will be the greeter, and sisters Eva Zembera
and Katherine Hoenke will provide the Oneg in memory of their
mother, Paula Vigdorovics, on her yahrzeit. After the service
Katherine and Karl Hoenke will present a program titled “Travelogue of Jewish Historical Sights in Southern USA” featuring
photographs Karl took on their recent trip, with historical commentary by the couple.
All are welcome at B’nai Israel events. Anyone needing a ride
to a B’nai Israel event should contact Harry Strout at 788-8006.
PRESBYTERIAN
Grace Presbyterian Church invites everyone to worship on
Sunday, June 4, at 10 a.m. This day is known as Pentecost and on
it Christians celebrate the gift of the Holy Spirit and the birthday
of the church. The story of Pentecost is found in Acts 2. This
passage will be the focus of the Rev. Roger Reaber’s sermon,
“Spirit of Unity and Power.” Worshippers are encouraged to
wear red, orange, or yellow to symbolize the presence and fire of
the Holy Spirit. After worship at 11:25, Rev. Karen Hastings-Flegel will continue a six-week study series “God’s World: Humanity’s Home.” Participants explore, celebrate and discuss the gift
of creation and the need to be caregivers of it.
“Lift Up Your Prayers” is the theme of the day retreat on Saturday, June 3, from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Participants will explore
various prayer practices to enhance a greater connection with
God and alignment with God’s will. The day will include singing, worship, movement, study, meditation, discussion, snacks
and lunch. Call the church office to participate. The invitation is
open to all and the event is free. For information, call the church
at 935-2100 or visit www.gracewc.org.
METHODIST
Tice Valley United Methodist Church invites everyone to a
joyful and hope-filled worship experience on Sundays at 11 a.m.
in Peacock Hall. This Sunday, June 4, Pastor Joanne Peterson
will preach on Romans 12:1-2 and Acts 2:1-4. Her sermon title is
“Remember That the Holy Spirit Is with You.” 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. For information or pastoral care,
contact the church office, Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 1
p.m., at 937-4535, or email [email protected].
CATHOLIC
St. Anne’s Catholic Church schedule of Masses for Saturday
and Sunday, June 3 and 4, is as follows: Rev. George Da Roza
will celebrate the 9 a.m. Masses on Saturday and Sunday. Rev.
Joseph Parekkatt will preside at the 5 p.m. Mass on Saturday and
the 11:15 a.m. Mass on Sunday. The Sacrament of Reconciliation
is available on Saturdays, 4 to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. The
monthly Blessing of the Sick will take place during the 8 a.m.
Mass on Wednesday, June 7.
All are welcome at St. Anne’s Church, celebrating “Faith,
Hope and Love” since 1965. For information, call the church at
932-2324.
Counseling Services offers bereavement support group
The group will meet for
Nancy Coxwell, LCSW reavement support group beof Rossmoor Counseling ginning June 23 for anyone six consecutive sessions on
Fridays from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Services, will conduct a be- who has lost a loved one.
in a private conference room
at Gateway Clubhouse.
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
Associate Pastor: Karen Hastings-Flegel
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. Coryl J. Lassen
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
ORINDA COMMUNITY CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL U.C.C.
10 Irwin Way, Orinda, CA 94563 925-254-4906
Sunday Worship at 10 a.m. All are welcome!
ATC GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (OAK ROOM)
2100 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94595
Sunday 10:30 am: Worship Service (
Mandarin)
Rev. KT Lim • 925-291-6458 • www.atcgrace.org
their own healing.
The group fills up quickly, so interested residents
should call the Counseling
Services office at 988-7750
Former group members to reser ve a space and get
shared that the support of directions to the meeting
others significantly helped room.
Interfaith
Council
holds Big
Questions
Forums
The Interfaith Council of
Rossmoor is offering a new
program called the Big Questions Forum. It is open to all
residents and guests.
The forums are part of the
council’s ongoing work to provide an inquiring, educational
and interactive environment
supporting the council’s mission – honoring difference,
cultivating understanding and
serving the human spirit.
The topic of this year’s forum series is “How do different faith paths provide guidance in understanding and
dealing with life’s suffering?”
There will be two forum
sessions covering six major
Western and Eastern religions:
Monday, June 12, from 1:45
to 4 p.m. in the Club Room
at Creekside, with Rev. Steve
Harms (Christianity), senior pastor at Peace Lutheran
Church in Danville; Rabbi Jerry Danzig (Judaism), former
Rabbi of Congregation Beth
David and lecturer at Sonoma
State University; and Robyn
Caton (Buddhism), director of
Dharma College in Berkeley
Monday, July 10, from
1:45 to 4 p.m. in the Fireside
Room at Gateway, with Ejaz
Naqvi, M.D. (Islam), author
of “Three Abrahamic Testaments;” Dolores White (Baha’i), past secretary of Interfaith Council of Contra Costa
County and Interfaith Council
at the Presidio and tutor in the
Ruhi Series for Baha’i; and
Prabha Duneja (Hindu), president of Geeta Society.
The format includes 15- to
20-minute presentations by
clergy or deepened members
of faith. After the presentations, participants will discuss
the presentations and exchange
ideas in small groups.
The committee members
responsible for planning the
Big Questions Forums are
Sara Blackstock, chairperson,
assisted by Lou Ann Berardi,
Channing Miller and Gloria
Sunshine.
For more information call
Susie Kohl, president, at 4510668 or Sara Blackstock, coordinator for the Big Questions
Forums, at 998-1417. Visit
www.interfaithrossmoor.com.
Recycle used
eyeglasses
Residents may recycle
eyeglasses they no longer
use in receptacles at the clubhouses or the white mailbox
at Gateway.
Rossmoor N ews • May 31, 2017
Meeting on Buddhism
scheduled for June 13
There will be a meeting
to introduce SGI Buddhism
to Rossmoor residents on
Tuesday, June 13, from 7 to
8 p.m. in the Ivy Room at
Dollar.
The group chants Nam-
Myoho-Renge-Kyo. Members also utilize the mandala
of the Gohonzon, a rich scroll
of the disciple Nichiren from
the 13th century.
For i n for mat ion, ca l l
Mary Kastner at 209-8028.
ORT to learn about
DNA and its discovery
ORT will meet on Tuesday, June 20, at 12:30 p.m. in the
Donner Room of the Event Center. The meeting starts at 1. The
speaker will be Dr. Lynne Elkin who will talk about Rosalind
Franklin and DNA.
Elkin will speak on the contributions made by Franklin toward the discovery of the structure of the genetic material, DNA.
In 1953, James Watson and Francis Crick proposed the structure
using Franklin’s data without acknowledging her properly.
Elkin has interviewed all of the principal characters and
investigated all the relevant archival material that revealed
refinements toward the story.
Elkin received her doctorate from UC Berkeley in 1973. She
was a professor for 33 years at Cal State East Bay. She has lectured on Franklin extensively.
She taught women in science course for over six years and
developed her interest in Franklin through teaching the course.
She started by interviewing the first biographer, Anne Sayre,
for several weeks and then flew to London to interview the
friends and colleagues of Franklin.
The community is invited to this talk. For information, call
Selma Soss at 939-8730.
ORT’s mission is to work for the advancement of people
through training and education with skills and knowledge necessary to foster economic self-sufficiency through the use of
state of the art technology.
Volunteer Exchange sets
year-end brunch Wednesday
The Volunteer Exchange
Program will celebrate its
third year as an independent
club with a members’ only
brunch on Wednesday, June
7, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. in
the Fireside Room at Gateway.
Members of the club exchange services with one
another.
For reservations, email
[email protected],
call 906-9882 or leave a
note in the club’s mailbox
at Gateway. The deadline is
Wednesday, May 31. Only
members who have made advanced reservations will be
admitted to the brunch.
Transportation is available by calling 906-9882.
Members’ accounts will not
be charged.
This is the last meeting
before summer break. There
are no meetings in July or
August.
Dues for 2017-2018 are
$15 and due before Friday,
June 30. A check and completed membership form can
be placed in the club’s mailbox or brought to the brunch.
Post office asks for help with mail delivery
In order for mail carriers to deliver mail to mail slots, the
opening must be clear and unobstructed. Things like plants, sliding screens and locked screen doors can block mail slots.
When the slots are blocked, carriers must bring mail back to the
post office and reattempt delivery at a later date. Residents should
occasionally check mail slots to ensure unobstructed access.
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30s/40s/50s Couples Club to hear how
Bulgarians saved Jews from Holocaust
Speaker Salon is on June 11 at Creekside
The 30s/40s/50s Couples Club Speaker
Salon is on Sunday, June 11, at 1:30 p.m. in
the Club Room at Creekside.
The speakers are June and Gene Brott
of Rossmoor who lived in Bulgaria for a
year while Gene, a retired judge, lectured
on the rule of law and anti-corruption.
They met and interviewed many Bulgarian Jews, saved during Nazi control, who
asked that their stories be shared.
As an Axis ally during World War II,
Bulgaria agreed to the deportation to the
German camps of all the Jews living in
Bulgarian-controlled territories.
However, the Bulgarian church, tsar,
politicians and general populace successfully resisted the deportation of those Jews
residing in Bulgaria. This action saved the
lives of at least 50,000 Jews.
While their presentation focuses mainly
on the period during World War II, they
will include a brief history of Bulgaria,
occupied for 400 years by Ottoman Turks,
and also the events leading up to both
world wars.
The Speaker Salon offers programs for
club members, by club members, for their
enjoyment and enrichment. Those interested in presenting a topic may call Sharon Garell at 279-4304.
Harvey DeCovnick
Resident of Walnut Creek
February 6, 1926 – February 22, 2017
Harvey DeCovnick passed
peacefully in his sleep in his
home in Rossmoor, Walnut
Creek, on February 22, 2017.
Born in Brooklyn, New York,
the eldest son of Max and Shirley
DeCovnick, Harvey graduated
from Herron High School for
Aviation in New York City and
enlisted in the Army Air Force.
He proudly served with the 8th
Air Force during World War II
but never saw overseas action. He met his
wife Pearl at a USO dance in Phoenix, AZ in
1944. After graduating from the University
of Arizona with an Electrical Engineering
degree, he was recalled for the Korean War.
Harvey attended Officer Candidate School
and graduated a Second Lieutenant. He
was a nuclear weapons and radar specialist
aboard B-36s. Following the service, Harvey
joined Aerojet General in San Ramon,
California, designing instrumentation for
nuclear reactors. Harvey, Pearl, and his son,
Lee, lived in Danville, CA until they moved
to Alamo, where they lived on South Ave for
about 45 years. Harvey and Pearl started H.
DeCovnick & Son Clocks, a company that
imported, distributed, and manufactured
clock kits; eventually they expanded into
retail clock stores in Danville, Concord, and
San Francisco. Later, he and Pearl earned the
title of Senior Appraisers in the American
Society of Appraisers. Harvey and Pearl
travelled extensively to Europe, Asia, and
Mexico; Harvey also travelled to Africa.
Following his beloved Pearl’s death in 1993,
Harvey continued his appraisal and clock
repair business for another 10 years. Harvey
moved to Rossmoor in 2003, following his
loving companion of many years,
Shirlee Loret. They spent many
happy years enjoying classes
together and travelling. Harvey
was a consummate and curious
learner to the end of his life, a
lover of antiques and objects of
art, and enjoyed the symphony
and theater. Harvey also took
an active part and interest in the
lives of his son’s family in Walnut
Creek, tending to the education
of his beloved grandchildren, as well as
continuing an abiding, loving relationship
with his brother and sister in law, Stanley
and Frona DeCovnick, of Woodland Hills,
CA. He will always be remembered and
loved for his generosity, his dry sense of
humor, his sense of adventure, being a
good listener, and the intellectual center of
gravity of his family.
Harvey is survived by his son Lee
DeCovnick (Janice) of Walnut Creek, his
grandchildren, Daniel DeCovnick of San
Francisco and Shira DeCovnick (Saul
Frankford) of Boston, and his brother Stanley
DeCovnick (Frona) of Woodland Hills. He
is also remembered fondly by many nieces,
nephews, cousins, and second and third
cousins, as well as Shirlee Loret and her
family, and friends throughout the Diablo
Valley and Rossmoor.
A funeral and internment were held
at Oakmont Cemetery on February 24,
2017. Military honors were rendered at
the gravesite. Numerous friends, family,
and his beloved companion, Shirlee Loret,
were in attendance. Donations in Harvey
DeCovnick’s name can be made to the
USO.
PAID OBITUARY
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Rossmoor News • May 31, 2017
BC=Buckeye Courts 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
SPRING SCHEDULE
DEL VALLE POOL will be closed for construction through July 1.
DOLLAR AND HILLSIDE POOLS are open through Nov. 30 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
(Beginning May 1, Hillside will stay open until 9 p.m.) Hillside is closed until 1 p.m. on Tuesdays. Dollar is closed until 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. Family Swim will be offered at Hillside pool
on weekends only from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. while Del Valle pool is closed for construction.
FITNESS CENTER: While the Fitness Center is closed until the end of 2017 for
renovation, facilities are in modular buildings in the Del Valle parking lot.
Exercise equipment, a weight room and aerobics classes are all available.
INFORMATION: Fitness Center, call 988-7850. Pools, call 988-7854.
ROSSMOOR LIBRARY HOURS
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 4 p.m.
Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Thursday, June 1
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
6 a.m.
Strength Class...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Luk Tung Kuen..................Diablo Room, H..........................Luk Tung Kuen
7 a.m.
Mat Pilates......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
8:30 a.m. Aerobic Dance...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Open Bocce Play................Bocce Courts, H.............................. Bocce Club
9 a.m.
Master Swim....................Pool, H........................Silver Bullets Swim Club
9 a.m.
Stitchers.........................Sewing Room, G.................... Sewing Arts Club
9:30 a.m. Gallagher Presentation........Fireside Room, G...............................Rec. Dept.
9:30 a.m. Zumba Club......................Modular, DV............Dance, Fitness & Resource
9:30 a.m. Domino Lessons................Oak Room, G.................................Domino Club
11 a.m.
Light Strength...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Mat Science.....................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Rummy Cube....................Pine Room, H............. Afr-Americans & Friends
1 p.m.
Chinese Folk Dance............Modular, DV............... Chinese Performing Arts
1 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Writers Club Meeting..........MPR 1, 2, G.................................Writers Group
1 p.m.
Partnership Bridge.............Oak Room, G...........................................Bridge
1 p.m.
Scrabble Play...................MPR 3, G............... Scrabble Club Of Rossmoor
2 p.m.
Line Dancing....................Diablo Room, H................................Line Dance
2 p.m.
Parkinson Group................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
3 p.m.
Hula Club........................Modular, DV...................................Hawaii State
4 p.m.
Writers Club Meeting..........MPR 1, 2, G.................................Writers Group
4 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
5 p.m.
Group Cycle......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
5 p.m.
Aquacise.........................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
6 p.m.
Strength Yoga...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Moving 2 Music.................Modular, DV........................... Moving To Music
7 p.m.
Sing for Joy......................MPR 3, G........................................ Sing for Joy
7 p.m.
General Meeting................Bunker Room, C.....Informed Rossmoor Voices
7 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Duplicate Bridge................Oak Room, G.......................... Bridge, Duplicate
Friday. June 2
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
6 a.m.
Group Cycle......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Abs / Back........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Luk Tung Kuen..................Las Trampas, H.................................Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Luk Tung Kuen..................Vista Room, H............................Luk Tung Kuen
7:30 a.m. Rhythmrobics...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
8 a.m.
Inviational.......................Fairway A/B, C................................... Golf Mens
8 a.m.
Invitational......................Entire Clubhouse, EC......................... Golf Mens
8 a.m.
Deep Water Aerobics..........Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
8:30 a.m. Mens Exercise...................MPR 1, 2, G.................... Men’s Exercise Group
8:45 a.m. Strength..........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Qi Gong...........................Vista Room, H...............Chinese/American Club
9 a.m.
Brown Baggers..................Garden Room, D............................Domino Club
Duplicate Bridge Class........Oak Room, G.......................... Bridge, Duplicate
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
Quilters...........................Sewing Room, G.................... Sewing Arts Club
9:30 a.m. Cribbage.........................MPR 2, G..................................... Cribbage Club
10 a.m.
Muscle Movers..................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Water Exercise..................Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
Flexible Yoga....................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
11:15 a.m. Joint Efforts......................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Gentle Yoga......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Mah Jiang........................Oak Room, G.................Chinese/American Club
Noon
Twinges In Hinges..............Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Songs With Fil & Mil...........Redwood Rm., G...............................Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Chess Play.......................Chess Room, D............................... Chess Club
12:50 p.m. Twinges In Hinges..............Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Mat Science.....................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
Folk Dancing....................Modular, DV..................................Folk Dancers
3:45 p.m. Chair Challenge.................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
Korean Drum Club..............Modular, DV................... Korean American Club
Partnership Bridge.............Oak Room, G.......................Bridge, Partnership
Aquacise.........................Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
B’nai Israel Service............Vista Room, H...................................Bnai Israel
Saturday, June 3
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
8 a.m.
Wildcard.........................Buckeye Tennis, BC.........................Tennis Club
9:30 a.m. Active Yoga......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
9:30 a.m. Domino Play.....................MPR 1, 2, G...................................Domino Club
10 a.m.
Chess Play.......................Chess Room, D............................... Chess Club
11 a.m.
Kettlebell Class.................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
11:30 a.m. Duplicate Bridge................Oak Room, G.......................... Bridge, Duplicate
Noon
Line Dance Club................Modular, DV.....................................Line Dance
Noon
Card Playing.....................Mulligan Room, C....... Afr-Americans & Friends
1 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Scrabble Play...................MPR 2, G............... Scrabble Club Of Rossmoor
1 p.m.
Mah Jong Play And Lesson...MPR 1, G......................Canasta/Mah Jong Club
1 p.m.
Aquacise.........................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
1:30 p.m. Memory Fit......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
2:30 p.m. Moving 2 Music.................Modular, DV........................... Moving To Music
3:30 p.m. Sculpt And Tone.................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
4 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Saturday Dance.................Entire Clubhouse, EC.........................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
Sunday, June 4
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
7 a.m.
Sunday Service.................Vista Room, H.........Siloam Community Church
9 a.m.
Sunday Service.................Diablo Room, H.......................St.Luke’s Church
10:30 a.m. Sunday Service.................Fireside Room, G........................Hope Lutheran
11 a.m.
Sunday Service.................Peacock Hall, G... Tice Valley Methodist Church
Noon
Mindful Mat......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Chair Sit & Stretch..............Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
Mah Jong Play And Lessons..MPR 1, G......................Canasta/Mah Jong Club
4 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
Monday, June 5
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
Group Cycle......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
Luk Tung Kuen..................Diablo Room, H..........................Luk Tung Kuen
7 a.m.
Abs / Back........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7:30 a.m. Rhythmrobics...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
8 a.m.
Qi Gong...........................Diablo Room, H.............Chinese/American Club
8 a.m.
Ladies Ball Team...............Buckeye Tennis, BC.........................Tennis Club
8 a.m.
Deep Water Aerobics..........Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
8:30 a.m. Mens Exercise...................MPR 1, 2, G..................... Men’s Exercise Group
8:45 a.m. Strength..........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Keeping Fit......................Diablo Room, H.................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Brown Baggers..................Garden Room, D............................Domino Club
9 a.m.
Open Bocce Play................Bocce Courts, H.............................. Bocce Club
9 a.m.
Master Swim....................Pool, H........................Silver Bullets Swim Club
9:30 a.m. Emergency Prep................Fairway A/B, C................ Emergency Prep. Org.
10 a.m.
TLC Yoga.........................Diablo Room, H.................................Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Muscle Movers..................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
10:15 a.m. Water Exercise..................Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
11 a.m.
Light Strength...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
11:15 a.m. Joint Efforts......................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
11:30 a.m. TLC Yoga.........................Diablo Room, H.................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Zumba............................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Twinges In Hinges..............Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Needleworkers..................Sewing Room, G.................... Sewing Arts Club
12:30 p.m. Social Bridge....................MPR 1, G......................................... Connection
12:30 p.m. Duplicate Bridge................Oak Room, G.......................... Bridge, Duplicate
12:50 p.m. Twinges In Hinges..............Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Mat Science.....................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Meeting..........................MPR 3, G................................... Basketball Club
1 p.m.
Italian Culture Group...........Vista Room, H..........................Italian American
2 p.m.
Parkinson Group................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
4 p.m.
Hula Club........................Modular, DV...................................Hawaii State
4 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G................................Opera Club
5 p.m.
Flexible Yoga....................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
6 p.m.
Ballroom Dance.................Club Room, C........................... Ballroom Dance
6 p.m.
Domino Play.....................Oak Room, G.................................Domino Club
6:15 p.m. Dealer’s Choice Poker.........Pine Room, H....................................Rec. Dept.
6:30 p.m. Barre Class......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
6:30 p.m. Aquacise.........................Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Square Dance...................Diablo Room, H................... Square Dance Club
7 p.m.
AA Open 12 Step Meeting.....Vista Room, H...................................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 • May 31, 2017
Tuesday, June 6
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
6 a.m.
Strength Class...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Luk Tung Kuen..................Diablo Room, H..........................Luk Tung Kuen
7 a.m.
Mat Pilates......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
8 a.m.
Tai Chi............................Diablo Room, H.................................Rec. Dept.
8:30 a.m. Aerobic Dance...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Qi Gong...........................Club Room, C................Chinese/American Club
9 a.m.
Pinochle..........................MPR 2, G................. Pinochle Mens & Womens
9 a.m.
Open Bocce Play................Bocce Courts, H.............................. Bocce Club
9:30 a.m. Zumba Club......................Modular, DV............Dance, Fitness & Resource
9:30 a.m. Sing for Joy......................MPR 1, G........................................ Sing for Joy
9:30 a.m. Creative Beading...............Sewing Room, G.................... Sewing Arts Club
10 a.m.
Tai Chi Chih Beg................Diablo Room, H...................... Tai Chi Chih Club
10:30 a.m. Ballet Club.......................Modular, DV................ Silver Swans Ballet Club
11 a.m.
Sirs Luncheon...................Fireside Room, G..........Sirs (Sons In Retirment
11:15 a.m. Tai Chi Chih Continuing........Diablo Room, H...................... Tai Chi Chih Club
Noon
Mah Jiang........................MPR 1, 2, G...................Chinese/American Club
12:15 p.m. Gentle Yoga......................Diablo Room, H.................................Rec. Dept.
12:30 p.m. Duplicate Bridge................Oak Room, G.......................... Bridge, Duplicate
1 p.m.
And The Oscar Goes To........Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Cards/Canasta...................Garden Room, D......... Afr-Americans & Friends
1:30 p.m. Active Yoga......................Diablo Room, H.................................Rec. Dept.
1:30 p.m. Memory Fit......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
Bible Study......................Bunker Room, C......................St.Luke’s Church
2:30 p.m. Hot Flashers Tap................Diablo Room, H.................................Rec. Dept.
2:30 p.m. Tai Chi Wu Shu..................Modular, DV..................Chinese/American Club
2:30 p.m. Choir Practice...................Las Trampas, H...................Ashmolean Singers
4 p.m.
Social Dance Club..............Diablo Room, H.....................Social Dance Club
4 p.m.
Moving 2 Music Jazzercise....Modular, DV........................... Moving To Music
4 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G................................Opera Club
5 p.m.
Persian Club Meeting..........MPR 3, G................. Persian Club Of Rossmoor
5 p.m.
Aquacise.........................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
5 p.m.
Stretch Yoga........................... Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
6 p.m.
Monthly Meeting................Fairway A/B, C............... Sustainable Rossmoor
6 p.m.
Kettlebell........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
6 p.m.
Partnership Brdige.............Oak Room, G.......................Bridge, Partnership
7 p.m.
Moving 2 Music.................Modular, DV........................... Moving To Music
7 p.m.
Supervised Bridge..............MPR 1, 2, G.......................... Supervised Bridge
Wednesday, June 7
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
6 a.m.
Group Cycle......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Abs / Back........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7:30 a.m. Rhythmrobics...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
8 a.m.
Qi Gong...........................Diablo Room, H.............Chinese/American Club
8 a.m.
Deep Water Aerobics..........Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
8:45 a.m. Strength..........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Mens Interclub..................Buckeye Tennis, BC.........................Tennis Club
9 a.m.
Keeping Fit......................Vista Room, H...................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Brown Baggers..................Garden Room, D............................Domino Club
9 a.m.
Open Bocce Play................Bocce Courts, H.............................. Bocce Club
9 a.m.
Knitters Group...................Sewing Room, G.................... Sewing Arts Club
9:30 a.m. Board Meeting..................Ivy Room, D............................. Ballroom Dance
9:30 a.m. Duplicate Bridge................Oak Room, G.......................... Bridge, Duplicate
10 a.m.
Muscle Movers..................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Tai Chi............................Vista Room, H...................................Rec. Dept.
10 a.m.
Chess Play.......................Chess Room, D............................... Chess Club
10 a.m.
Water Exercise..................Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
10:30 a.m. Volunteer Exchange Meeting. Fireside Room, G......................... Vol. Exchange
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
Noon
Noon
Noon
12:50 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
3:45 p.m.
4 p.m.
4 p.m.
4 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
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Rotary Luncheon................Diablo Room, H...............................Rotary Club
Home And Home................Tahoe Room, EC................................ Golf Mens
Home And Home................Donner A/B, EC.................................. Golf Mens
Gentle Yoga......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Home And Home................Ec Kitchen, EC................................... Golf Mens
Qi Gong...........................Vista Room, H...................................Rec. Dept.
Joint Efforts......................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
TLC Yoga.........................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Voice Class......................Las Trampas, H...................Community Chorus
Twinges In Hinges..............Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
Twinges In Hinges..............Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
Public Affairs....................Ivy Room, D............................................ NCJW
Documentary....................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
Partnership Bridge.............Oak Room, G...........................................Bridge
Rehearsal........................Las Trampas, H...................Community Chorus
Buoyant Balance................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
Bouyant Balance................Dv/Pool, DV.......................................Rec. Dept.
Folk Dancing....................Modular, DV..................................Folk Dancers
Spanish Conversation..........Bunker Room, C................................. La Charla
Ukulele Practice................Las Trampas, H............ Rossmoor Ukulele Club
Phone Bank......................Oak Room, G.............. Democrats Of Rossmoor
Bible Study......................MPR 1, G.......................Chinese/American Club
MEICOR Movie..................Peacock Hall, G........... Middle East Information
Tai Chi............................Diablo Room, H.............Chinese/American Club
Mindful Mat......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Restorative Yin Yoga...........Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Aquacise.........................Pool, H..............................................Rec. Dept.
AA Meeting......................MPR 1, G...........................................Rec. Dept.
Vegan Film Fest................Peacock Hall, G......... Vegan Club Of Rossmoor
Thursday, June 8
TIMEEVENT............................LOCATION........................ ORGANIZATION
6 a.m.
Strength Class...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 a.m.
Luk Tung Kuen..................Diablo Room, H..........................Luk Tung Kuen
7 a.m.
Mat Pilates......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
8:30 a.m. Aerobic Dance...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
Open Bocce Play................Bocce Courts, H.............................. Bocce Club
9 a.m.
Master Swim....................Pool, H........................Silver Bullets Swim Club
9 a.m.
Stitchers.........................Sewing Room, G.................... Sewing Arts Club
9:30 a.m. Zumba Club......................Modular, DV............Dance, Fitness & Resource
9:30 a.m. Domino Lessons................Oak Room, G.................................Domino Club
11 a.m.
Light Strength...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Mat Science.....................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
Noon
Rummy Cube....................Pine Room, H............. Afr-Americans & Friends
1 p.m.
Chinese Folk Dance............Modular, DV............... Chinese Performing Arts
1 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
1 p.m.
Writers Club Meeting..........MPR 1, 2, G.................................Writers Group
1 p.m.
Partnership Bridge.............Oak Room, G...........................................Bridge
1 p.m.
Thursday Scrabble Play.......MPR 3, G..................................... Scrabble Club
2 p.m.
Line Dancing....................Diablo Room, H................................Line Dance
2 p.m.
Parkinson Group................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
2:30 p.m. Lecture...........................Fireside Room, G...............................Rec. Dept.
3 p.m.
Hula Club........................Modular, DV...................................Hawaii State
4 p.m.
Chinese Line Dancing..........Diablo Room, H.............Chinese/American Club
4 p.m.
USAF Band.......................Entire Clubhouse, EC.........................Rec. Dept.
4 p.m.
Writers Club Meeting..........MPR 1, 2, G.................................Writers Group
4 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
5 p.m.
Group Cycle......................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
5 p.m.
Aquacise.........................Pool, D..............................................Rec. Dept.
6 p.m.
Strength Yoga...................Modular, DV......................................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
Moving 2 Music.................Modular, DV........................... Moving To Music
7 p.m.
Sing for Joy......................MPR 3, G........................................ Sing for Joy
7 p.m.
Movie.............................Peacock Hall, G.................................Rec. Dept.
Excursions
FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
E
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 allday 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 are the actual times of departure. Names will be
called to board the bus 15 minutes prior to
this time. For information, call 988-7731.
“THE SUMMER OF LOVE EXPERIENCE:
ART, FASHION, AND ROCK & ROLL”
Thursday, June 8
Extensive walking
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the
Summer of Love with a special exhibit at
the de Young Museum in San Francisco.
In the mid-1960s, artists, activists, writers
and musicians converged on Haight-Ashbury with hopes of creating a new social
paradigm. By 1967, the neighborhood
would attract as many as 100,000 young
people from all over the nation. The neighborhood became ground zero for their activities and nearby Golden Gate Park their
playground. “The Summer of Love Experience: Art, Fashion, and Rock & Roll” is a
celebration of the adventurous and colorful counterculture that blossomed in the
years surrounding the legendary San Francisco summer of 1967. The exhibition will
present more than 300 cultural artifacts
of the time, including rock posters, photographs, interactive music-and-light shows,
costumes and textiles, ephemera and
avant-garde films. The bus leaves Gateway
at 7:30 a.m. and will return around 2 p.m.
Cost is $40 for museum members and $56
for non-members.
“ALTAR BOYZ”
Saturday, June 10, at 2:30 p.m.
Minimal walking
Center REPertory Company presents
“Altar Boyz” at the Lesher Center in Walnut
Creek. Altar Boyz tells the holy inspiring
story of five small-town boys - Matthew,
Mark, Luke, Juan and Abraham. Their pious pop act, including lyrics like “Girl You
Make Me Wanna Wait” and “Jesus Called
Me On My Cell Phone,” worked wonders on
the Ohio bingo-hall and pancake-breakfast
circuit. But when fate brings them to New
York, will the boyz take a bite out of the forbidden apple? With angelic voices, sinfully
spectacular dancing and a touching story,
“Altar Boyz” is destined to rock the masses
of all denominations. Full of sharp parody,
sinfully spectacular dancing and irreverent humor, this spoof about a heavenly guy
group is adored by audiences and critics
alike. With a mix of side-splitting songs
and lighthearted fun, this award-winning
new musical will keep audiences laughing
from start to finish. Rossmoor Transportation Department will provide free transportation for the first 18 participants. Cost
is $36.
“ROMAN HOLIDAY”
Wednesday, June 14
Minimal walking
A runaway princess. A dashing reporter.
A Roman holiday neither one will ever forget. “Roman Holiday” the musical comes
to Golden Gate Theatre in San Francisco
for the pre-Broadway premiere. Based on
the classic Academy Award-winning film
and featuring such unforgettable Cole Porter songs as “Night and Day,” “Ev’ry Time
We Say Goodbye” and “Easy to Love,” this
musical is sure to steal your heart.
In the midst of a whirlwind tour of European capitals, a young princess yearns to
experience life – to explore the world beyond diplomatic dinners and Royal balls.
Enter an American reporter, who almost
overnight goes from covering the royal
family to covering up her great escape. And
in the span of 24 unforgettable hours, they
discover the magic of Rome, the promise of
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Excursions
(section 231). The bus will leave at 5:15
p.m. and return at approximately 10:30
p.m. The cost is $85.
love, and a secret they will share forever.
The bus leaves Gateway at 12:15 p.m.
and will return around 6 p.m. Side Orchestra seats. Cost is $115.
CLINE WINE & JAZZ FESTIVAL
Saturday, July 8
AWESOME OSPREY RIVER CRUISE
Wednesdays, June 21; Thursday, June
29
Come and enjoy great music, dancing,
wine and food at the Cline Wine and Dixieland Jazz Festival. The setting and facilities
at the Cline Cellars Winery in Sonoma are
perfect for a summer afternoon, listening
or dancing to many of the Bay Area’s finest Dixieland/ragtime/blues musicians at
four different venues at the winery, with
plenty of places to sit down. Invited bands
are Black Diamond Blue Five, Devil Mountain Jazz Band, Fog City Stompers, Golden
Gate Rhythm Machine with Pat Yankee,
Jambalaya Big Swing Band, Mission Gold
Jazz Band, Natural Gas Jazz Band, Ray
Skjelbred and his Cubs and Royal Society
Jazz Orchestra. Other performers include
John Allair, Frederick Hodges, Gary Neuman, Ray Skjelbred and Virginia Tichenor.
Food and drinks will be available to purchase or bring a picnic.
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Minimal to moderate walking
Take a cruise aboard the River Dolphin
on the Napa River to see the nesting birds.
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. In May, June and July, Mare
Island becomes the “nesting osprey central” for the fish-eating raptors. There are
about 20 active nests on the island and the
vicinity of the lower part of the Napa River. From the water you can get some really
nice views of these birds and chicks carrying out their daily activities. The plan is to
go up river looking for shorebirds, osprey
and peregrines then head back down river
clear to the southern end of the island and
great views of the Carquinez Bridge. Then
cruise down the eastern side of Mare Island
where the greatest concentrations of osprey and great blue heron nests are located. 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. After
lunch visit the Mare Island Preserve for a
walking guided tour. Wear layered clothing and comfortable shoes. Binoculars are
highly recommended. The bus will leave
Gateway at 8:30 a.m. and return at approximately 4 p.m. The cost is $100.
AN AFTERNOON IN CARMEL
Saturday, June 24
Moderate to extensive walking
Spend an afternoon of leisure in Carmel-by-the-Sea. This secluded coastal jewel
offers everything for a perfect getaway.
Roaring surf, gentle breezes, and worldclass amenities set the mood for romance
in this European-style beach town where
you can leave the world behind.
Experience the charm of tidy landscaped cottages, elegant lodging and upscale restaurants tucked into a square mile
of quaint streets and alleyways.
Most visitors find themselves mainly in
Carmel’s center, the stretch of Ocean Avenue from Junipero Avenue to the whitesand beach, and the colorful side streets
that radiate off it. Explore the cosmopolitan shops, boutiques, and art galleries. As
the sun wanes, choose from a multitude of
international, regiona, and local cuisines,
all benefiting from their proximity to the
bounties provided by the Monterey Bay
and Salinas Valley. Enjoy their hallmark
blend of Old World elegance and modern
charm, all with an artistic flair. The bus
will depart Gateway at 11 a.m. and return
around 9 p.m. The cost is $48.
GIANTS VS. ROCKIES
Monday, June 26
Moderate walking
Don’t miss a chance to see the always
exciting San Francisco Giants take on Colorado Rockies at AT&T Park in San Francisco. This game between the Giants and
Rockies is sure to be full of drama and
thrills. The Giants are expected to have another excellent season this year after their
remarkable race to a strong finish last season. The team is led by star players such
as Madison Bumgarner, Brandon Belt, Joe
Panik and All-Star catcher Buster Posey.
The Colorado Rockies are off to a fast start
and are currently in first place in the National League West. They have a powerful
pitching staff led by Tyler Chatwood and
John Gray. The team has a potent offense
with sluggers such as Mark Reynolds and
Nolan Arenado. Enjoy watching the game
from the Virgin American Club Level seats
Moderate to extensive walking
Cline Cellars tasting room will be open
during the festival and those wearing the
festival badge will be granted a 15-percent
discount on wine purchases. Visit the California Mission Museum and see the California Mission models that were built for
the World’s Fair at Treasure Island in 1939.
Designed to scale, all are faithful representations of the original missions and are
finely detailed down to the shrubbery and
the figures utilized. In 1998, the Cline family saved the models from being auctioned
off individually and in 2005 created the
museum as a showcase for these historical
treasures. The bus will leave Gateway at
9:45 a.m. and return at 6 p.m. The cost is
$70.
“THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN
THE NIGHT-TIME”
Sunday, July 9
Minimal walking
Winner of five Tony Awards including
Best Play, “The Curious Incident Of the Dog
In the Night-Time” is coming to the Golden
Gate Theatre in San Francisco. This inventive new show, directed by Tony Award-winner Marianne Elliott (“War Horse”), is a
dazzling adaptation of Mark Haddon’s
bestselling novel. Fifteen-year-old Christopher has an extraordinary brain. He is
exceptionally intelligent but ill-equipped to
interpret everyday life. When he falls under
suspicion for killing his neighbor’s dog, he
sets out to identify the true culprit, which
leads to an earth-shattering discovery and
a journey that will change his life forever.
The bus leaves Gateway at 5:30 p.m. and
will return around 11 p.m. Side orchestra
seats. Cost is $115.
Note: The show contains some adult
language and themes. This production features moments of loud music, bright lighting and strobe effects.
MONTEREY CANNERY ROW
Wednesday, July 19
Moderate to extensive walking
Enjoy a fun and relaxing day at Cannery
Row in Monterey. Cannery Row curves
along Monterey Bay from the Coast Guard
Pier to the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Once
a landing for Monterey’s multicultural fishing fleets, then an industrial area of canneries, rendering plants and warehouses,
today it is best known as the inspiration
for John Steinbeck’s novel “Cannery Row,”
with many shopping, dining and ocean play
opportunities. Travelers explore what Cannery Row has to offer on their own. Take
a walk along the scenic Recreation Trail
to Fisherman’s Wharf. Along the way, see
harbor seals, sea otters and pelicans in
natural habitats on the dazzling waterfront
of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Visit the world-renowned Monterey
Bay Aquarium, a must-see attraction that
delights and educates millions of visitors
every year (admission not included). Cannery Row restaurants feature fresh sustainable seafood, organic produce from
local farm fields and healthy, creative cui-
sine shaped by the character of this historic coastal community. With more than 85
Monterey shops, treasures can be found
as exciting as the district’s ocean views.
Toy stores, chocolate shops and boutiques
feature unique art and antiques, gourmet
foods, local wines, stunning jewelry and casual fashion for women and men. The bus
will depart Gateway at 8:30 a.m. and return
at 7 p.m. The cost is $45.
NEW LISTING
COMPUTER HISTORY MUSEUM
Wednesday, July 26
Extensive walking
nights deluxe lodging, casino packages,
motor coach transportation and luggage
handling. A deposit of $100 is due with application (check only). Detailed itinerary is
available at the Excursion Desk.
ALASKA CRUISE
ROUNDTRIP FROM SAN FRANCISCO
July 27 through Aug. 6
Breathtaking Alaska is one of the most
popular vacation destinations. Spectacular wildlife, jaw-dropping glaciers and untouched wilderness are just some of the
wonders travelers will experience 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. Plus travelers visit a variety of
ports-of-call full of rich history and native
culture. Visit Butchart Garden in Victoria,
experience the Totem Poles of Ketchikan,
the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau and cruise
through the Glacier Bay National Park with
massive glaciers that stretch 3.3 million
acres. The leisurely pace allows for an extra
day in port. Prices vary depending on cabin
category. Prices include 10-night cruise, all
meals and entertainment aboard (excluding
specialty restaurants and optional shore
excursions), Travel Guard protection insurance, port charges, government fees, transfers to and from pier, driver and stevedore
tips, luggage handling, and a bottle of wine
per cabin. Prices start from $2,440 per person depending cabin. A $1,000 deposit is
due with application (deposit is higher for
a single). Stop by the Excursion Desk for a
complete itinerary and prices.
The Computer History Museum in Mountain View is the world’s institution exploring
the history of computing and its continuing
impact on society. The museum is dedicated to the preservation and celebration of
computer history and is home to the largest international collection of computing
artifacts in the world, encompassing computer hardware, software, documentation,
ephemera, photographs, oral histories and
moving images. There are iconic machines,
including the first Google server and three
splendid examples of the rare Cray-1 supercomputer. The trip includes a docent-led
tour of the museum (find out why computer
history is 2000 years old). After the tour,
guests explore the rest of the exhibits on
their own. Visit the 1,500-square-foot museum store for a unique Silicon Valley gift.
Enjoy a no-host lunch at the Cloud Bistro
that features freshly brewed coffee, local
wines and tasty bistro-style sandwiches
and salads. Floor-to-ceiling windows offer
sunny views of the beautiful campus. The
bus leaves Gateway at 9:45 a.m. and will
ASHLAND AND THE OREGON
return around 4 p.m. Cost is $53.
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
Aug. 14 through 18
EXTENDED TRIPS.
Travel to Ashland, Ore., which nestles at
SECRETS OF THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY
nearly 2,000 feet in elevation at the base of
AND PORTLAND ROSE PARADE
the convergence of the Siskiyou and CasJune 5 through 12
cade mountain ranges. The Oregon ShakeTravel northward to take in the sights speare Festival is widely recognized as one
and sounds of the Oregon coast, highlight- of the best theater festivals in the world.
ed by the Portland Rose Festival.
Tour highlights:
• Historic Carousel and Museum
• Oregon Garden Resort
• Wine tasting
• Brigittine Monastery
• Wings and a Prayer Alpacas Tour
• Evergreen Museum campus
• Pacific Hazelnut and Candy Factory
• Bauman Farms
• Mt. Angel Abbey tour
• Silver Falls State Park
• Plants of the Bible tour
• Portland
• Grand Floral Parade at Memorial Coliseum
• End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
• Willamette Pie Company
• Springfield
• Original Roadhouse
• Harry & David factory store
• Olive Pit
The tour includes: Seven nights deluxe
lodging, 14 meals, motor-coach transportation, touring per itinerary, luggage handling and taxes and gratuities on all hosted
meals. The cost per person, double occupancy, is $1,495 ($1,950 for single). A deposit of $250 is due with application (check
only). Balance is due April 7. Detailed itinerary is available at the Excursion Desk.
FOURTH OF JULY IN RENO
July 3 through 5
Celebrate America’s birthday with a
three-day trip to Reno. There will be plenty
of time to play and win with stops at Silver Legacy and Red Hawk Indian casinos
with cash and food vouchers included. In
Reno the group will stay at John Ascuaga’s
Nugget. On July Fourth, visit Virginia City
and experience going back 150 years. The
19th-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
lunch (not included). The evening is free
to watch the fireworks at the Nugget. The
cost per person is $295 for double occupancy ($410 for single) and includes two
Tour highlights:
• Backstage tour of the Oregon
Shakespeare Festival
• “Merry Wives of Windsor” on
Elizabethan Stage
• City of Jacksonville
• “Shakespeare in Love” at the Bowmer
Theatre
• Harry and David Country Village
• Dinner and show at the Oregon
Cabaret Theatre
• Napa Valley
The tour includes: motorcoach transportation, four nights hotel accommodations, nine meals (four breakfasts, two
lunches, three dinners), tickets for shows,
sightseeing per itinerary. The cost per person, double occupancy is $1,450 ($1,810
for a single). A deposit of $400 is due with
application. Stop by the Excursion Desk for
a complete itinerary and reservation form.
“PAGEANT OF THE MASTERS”
Aug. 20 through 25
Travel to Southern California to visit
many exciting places and see the extraordinary “Pageant of the Masters.”
Highlights:
• Pea Soup Andersen’s for hosted breakfast
• Richard Nixon Presidential Library and
birthplace
• Art-A-Fair Festival
• Reserved loge seats for “Pageant of the
Masters”
• Naples
• Rock Bottom Brewery
• Aquarium of the Pacific
• Los Angeles County Fire Museum
• Queen Mary tour
• Costa Mesa
• Roger Rocka’s Dinner Theater
• Hilmar Cheese Factory tour
• Sciabica & Sons Olive Oil tour and tasting
The cost per person is $1,295 for double
occupancy ($1,725 for single) and includes
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Excursions
Continued from page 10B
tor-coach transportation, taxes and gratuities on all hosted meals. A deposit of $250
per person is due with application (check
only). Detailed itinerary is available at the
Excursion Desk.
CATALINA ISLAND
Sept. 3 through 8, 2017
Discover Catalina Island, a place where
the gentle rhythm of the waves makes time
slow down creating a sense of timelessness.
Tour highlights:
• Queen Mary
• Catalina Express
• Tour of scenic Avalon
• Lovers’ Cove Marine Preserve
• Boat Cruise to Two Harbors and hosted dinner at Two Harbors Restaurant
• Inland expedition tour
• Airport-in-the-Sky and Conservancy
Nature Center
• Hilmar Cheese Factory tour and hosted lunch
Tour includes: deluxe lodging for five
nights, seven hosted meals, touring per
itinerary, all entrance fees, deluxe motor
coach transportation, luggage handling
and gratuities. The cost is $1,495 per person double occupancy ($2,095 for single
occupancy). A deposit of $250 is due with
application (check only). Visit the Excursion Desk for detailed itinerary and reservation form.
CAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS
FEATURING BOSTON, MARTHA’S
VINEYARD, NANTUCKET AND NEWPORT
Sept. 17 through 23
Explore New England’s charms, from
the cobblestone streets of Nantucket and
rich history of Boston to the beautiful islands of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket. Complete the New England experience
with a traditional lobster feast.
Tour highlights:
Six nights, one hotel stay
• Hyannis tour
• Kennedy Memorial and St. Francis
Church
• Plimoth Plantation
• Mayflower II
• Village of Sandwich
• Heritage Plantation
• Nantucket Island and Whaling Museum
• Boston City tour
• Martha’s Vineyard tour
• Newport City tour
• Breakers Mansion
• 10-Mile-Drive
• New England lobster dinner
The cost per person double occupancy is $2,350 ($650 single supplement).
Included in the price: Round-trip air, all
transfers, six nights first-class hotel accommodations, nine meals (six breakfasts
and three dinners), touring per itinerary,
motor coach transportation, professional tour director and baggage handling. A
deposit of $300 per person is due with
reservation form. Detailed itinerary and
reservation forms are available at the Excursion Desk.
PHILADELPHIA, THE POCONOS AND
BRANDYWINE VALLEY, ONE HOTEL STAY
Oct. 8 through 13
Jump into the pages of history on an
adventure to Philadelphia, “the birthplace
of a new nation.” See the rich history in
Independence Hall, where the Declaration
of Independence and Constitution were
signed, and the Liberty Bell, an enduring
symbol of American freedom. Pennsylvania Amish Country is a picturesque landscape that must be witnessed in person to
be fully appreciated.
Tour highlights:
• Valley Forge National Historical Park
• Philadelphia City tour
• The Poconos
• Town of Jim Thorpe
• Nemours Mansion and Gardens
• Longwood Gardens
• Hershey’s Chocolate World, USA
• Brandywine Valley
• Amish farm and house
• Amish family-style dinner
The tour includes: all transfers,
roundtrip airfare, motor coach transportation, five nights first-class hotel accommodations, touring per itinerary, seven
meals (five breakfasts, two dinners), tour
director and baggage handling. The cost
per person, double occupancy, is $2,125
($2,675 for a single). A deposit of $300 is
due with application. Stop by the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary and reservation form.
NEW ORLEANS AND THE DEEP SOUTH
FEATURING NEW ORLEANS, NATCHEZ
AND LAFAYETTE
Oct. 15 through 22
Travel on a cultural journey through
America’s south. Delight in some famed
southern hospitality. Cajun cuisine, antebellum mansions, the bayou and the magic
of the French Quarter make this an experience to last a lifetime.
Silver II – outside cabin
• Rothenburg walking tour and Christmas
market
• Nuremburg city tour and Christmas market
• Regensburg walking tour and Christmas
market
• Passau and Danube cruising
• Vienna city tour
• Melk Abbey and glühwein tasting
• Sound of Vienna concert
• Welcome and farewell dinners
The tour includes: all transfers,
roundtrip airfare, one-night hotel stay in
Frankfurt, six nights cruise in deluxe outside cabin, 18 meals (seven breakfasts,
five lunches and six dinners), local wine
with dinners, sightseeing per itinerary, onboard entertainment, professional tour and
cruise manager, baggage handling and port
charges. Prices start at $3,295 per person,
double occupancy, and vary based on cabin
category. A deposit of $500 per person is
due with application. Stop by the Excursion
The tour includes: All transfers,
roundtrip airfare, motor coach transportation, seven nights first-class hotel accommodations, touring per itinerary, 11 meals
(seven breakfasts, four dinners), professional tour director and baggage handling.
The cost per person, double occupancy, is
$2,599 or $3,199 for a single. A deposit of
$250 is due with application. Stop by the
Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary
and reservation form.
SAN ANTONIO HOLIDAY ONE HOTEL
STAY
Nov. 29 through Dec. 3
Travel to San Antonio, Texas, with Premier World Discovery. San Antonio is one
of the best cities in the country to visit
during the holidays. There are an endless
number of attractions, events and restaurants to enjoy.
Tour highlights:
• San Antonio city tour
• San Jose Mission
• El Mercado marketplace
• Alamo
• Riverwalk cruise
• Hill Country
• LBJ Ranch
• Fredericksburg
• Fiesta de las Luminarias
The tour includes all transfers,
roundtrip airfare, motor coach transportation, four nights first-class hotel accommodations, touring per itinerary, six meals
(four breakfasts, two dinners), professional tour director and baggage handling.
The cost per person, double occupancy, is
$1,775, $475 single supplement. A deposit
of $300 is due with application. Stop by
the Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary and reservation form.
VIENNA AND CHRISTMAS MARKETS
RIVER CRUISE FEATURING ROTHENBURG, NUREMBURG, PASSAU AND
VIENNA
Dec. 3 through 11
Winter cruises on the Danube are a real
insider’s secret. The dreamy riverscapes
and romantically illuminated towns have
a unique charm. A visit to the different
Christmas markets is a true highlight.
Tour highlights:
• Frankfurt Christmas market
• Six-night cruise aboard the MS Amadeus
Desk for a complete itinerary and pricing
information. Sign up before April 30 and
receive $200 per person early booking discount.
NEW YEAR’S MEXICAN RIVIERA
Dec. 27 through Jan. 3
Ring in the New Year and experience
the beauty of Mexico’s golden Riviera with
Holland America Cruise Line. This eightday cruise aboard the MS Oosterdam is a
roundtrip from San Diego. The Mexican
Riviera is filled with rich culture, bright flavors, scenic vistas, and most definitely, fun
in the sun. Holland America aims to provide service that is both never out of reach
and never in the way. With a 2:1 guest to
staff ratio guests will find they have no
issues getting the personal attention they
desire. Holland America introduced a new
program called On Location with activities
and onboard experiences that feature traditions from the regions in which the MS
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Special Events
Tour highlights:
• Three nights in French Quarter
• Panoramic tour of New Orleans
• French Quarter walking tour
• New Orleans School of Cooking
• Baton Rouge
• Dinner at Twin Oaks
• Natchez area tour
• Martin Accordions
• Acadian Cultural Center
• Vermillionville
• Bayou Cruise
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FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
T
he following are the current special events sponsored by the Rossmoor Recreation
Department. For more information on any of these events during the month, check
the Special Events listing on the calendar page each week, look for the article in the
Arts and Leisure section of the News, or call the Recreation Department at 988-7732.
Events are free unless otherwise noted. This information is posted throughout the
month on the Rossmoor News website at www.rossmoornews.com.
LANCE LIPINSKY AND THE LOVERS
“ROCK BABY ROCK!”
Saturday, June 3
Lance Lipinsky and the Lovers will
perform their concert program “Rock
Baby Rock!” featuring music from the
1950s and 1960s in the Tahoe Room at
the Event Center at 7 p.m. Tickets for
this program are $25 at the Recreation
Department at Gateway. This is an Esses
Production and is open to all residents
and their guests.
TRAVIS USAF BRASS
QUINTET CONCERT
Thursday, June 8
The Travis USAF Brass Band Quintet
will perform in the Tahoe Room at the
Event Center at 7 p.m. This free concert
is open to all residents and their guests.
SUNDAY SHOWCASE
Sunday, June 11
Henry Gross will perform his show
titled “One Hit Wanderer” at 7 p.m. in the
Tahoe Room at the Event Center. Tickets
for this program are $12 at the Recreation Department at Gateway. This is a
Prime Time Entertainment production
and is open to all residents and their
guests.
THE SPOTLIGHT
Wednesday, June 14
Marlon Green and his band will perform at the Spotlight at noon in the Fireside Room at Gateway. This free program
is open to all residents and their guests.
PETE ESCOVEDO LATIN JAZZ
ORCHESTRA
Monday, June 19
The Pete Escovedo Latin Jazz Orchestra will perform in the Tahoe Room
at the Event Center at 7 p.m. Tickets for
this event are $20 at the Recreation Department. This is a Live Arts Production
and is open to all residents and their
guests.
Movies
FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY MOVIE
Thursday and Friday, June 1 and 2
The 2016 drama “The Space Between
Us,” starring Gary Oldman and Asa Butterfield, will be shown in Peacock Hall
at Gateway on Thursday at 1, 4 and 7
p.m. and on Friday at 10 a.m., 1, 4, 7 and
9 p.m. Language captions will be used
at 1 and 7 p.m. on Thursday and at 10
a.m. and 1 p.m. on Friday. The release
date for “A United Kingdom,” originally scheduled for these dates, has been
delayed and it will be shown on June
15 and 16. This film is two hours long
and is rated PG-13. This free program
is open to all residents and their guests.
SATURDAY MOVIE
Saturday, June 3
The 1939 drama “Gunga Din,” starring Cary Grant and Joan Fontaine, will
be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway at
1, 4 and 7 p.m. The showings at 1 and
4 p.m. will feature language captions.
This film is one hour and 57 minutes
long and is not rated. This free program is open to all residents and their
guests.
SUNDAY FUNNIES
Sunday, June 4
The 1966 comedy “How To Steal a
Million,” starring Audrey Hepburn and
Peter O’Toole, will be shown in Peacock
Hall at Gateway at 4 and 7 p.m. The
showing at 4 p.m. will feature language
captions. This film is two hours and
three minutes long and is not rated. This
free program is open to all residents
and their guests.
AND THE OSCAR GOES TO…
Tuesday, June 6
The 1971 Best Picture Oscar winner
“The French Connection,” starring Gene
Hackman, will be shown in Peacock Hall
at Gateway at 1 p.m. This film is one
hour and 44 minutes long and is rated
R. The showing will feature language
captions. This free program is open to
all residents and their guests.
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Excursions
Continued from page 11B
Oosterdam is sailing. Ports of call include Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan and Puerto Vallarta. Included in the price:
Seven-night cruise aboard the MS Oosterdam, round-trip
transfers from Rossmoor to airport, roundtrip airfare to
San Diego, all meals and entertainment aboard ship, luggage handling, driver and stevedore tips, port taxes and
government fees, Travel Guard Group Protection Plan and
one bottle of wine per cabin. Prices start from $2,240 per
person and vary depending on stateroom choice. Single
rates are furnished upon request. A deposit of $800 per
person is due to secure reservations. Final payment is due
on Sept. 19. Drop by the Excursion Desk for a complete
itinerary and prices.
SHOWTIME IN BRANSON
April 18 through 23, 2018
Travel to Branson, America’s entertainment capital.
Branson is best known for its live performances, with
more than 100 different shows in venues ranging from
intimate theaters to a grand 4,000-seat palace. The Ozark
Mountains provide a delightful natural setting with blue
lakes and green hills.
Tour highlights:
• Arabia Steamboat Museum
• The Duttons
• College of the Ozarks tour
• Texas Tenors
• Presley’s Country Jubilee
• Dogwood Canyon Nature Park tram tour
• “The Million Dollar Quartet” musical
• Brunch at Big Cedar Lodge in the Top of the Rock complex
• Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum
• Showboat Branson Belle
• Shoji Tabuchi Show
The tour includes: roundtrip air fare, motor coach
transportation, five nights hotel accommodations, 12
meals (four breakfasts, one brunch, two lunches, five
dinners), tickets for shows, sightseeing per itinerary
and professional tour director. The cost per person,
double occupancy, is $2,530 ($260 single supplement).
A deposit of $600 is due with application. Stop by the
Excursion Desk for a complete itinerary and reservation
form.
Club Trips
FROM ROSSMOOR CLUBS
T
he trips listed below are sponsored by Rossmoor clubs
and organizations and not by the Recreation Department. The trips are open to all Rossmoor residents,
not just members of the club. For information, contact the
person listed with each trip. Do not contact the Recreation
Department.
Rossmoor clubs and organizations wishing to be included in this column must email an article to the News at
[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 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..
NORWEGIAN COASTAL VOYAGE AND LAPLAND
July 17 through July 31
Contact Barbara White at 295-1283.
IRELAND IN DEPTH
July 28 through Aug. 10
Contact Gary Schaub, at 938-5454 or creekfolks@
gmail.com.
U.S. WESTERN FRONTIERS: YELLOWSTONE AND
GRAND TETONS
Sept. 15 through 23
Contact Paula Tint at phone 935-6580 or email [email protected].
COSTA RICA WILDLIFE ADVENTURE
Nov. 1 through 12
Contact Hank Fabian, 926-0676.
HIGHLIGHTS OF AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
Nov. 4 through 18
Contact Bill Knickerbocker at 254-9222
ULTIMATE GALAPAGOS EXPLORATION
AND ECUADOR’S AMAZON WILDS
March 19 through April 4, 2018
Contact Linda Lovell at 464-7130 or Katie Wills at 4647130.
AEGEAN, ATHENS AND EPHESUS CRUISE
Aug. 25 through Sept. 9, 2018
Contact Sally Day at 300-3332
MOROCCO SAHARA ODYSSEY
October 9 through 24, 2018
Contact Allison Carter at 322-7198.
RAILROAD CLUB TRIPS
At the request of the Railroad Club, the 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.
APRIL IN PARIS
April 2018
Contact Ralf Parton at 256-7078.
17TH ANNUAL ROSSMOOR AFRICAN WILDLIFE SAFARI
Aug. 26 through Sept. 9
Call Ralf Parton at 256-7078.
HERITAGE OF AMERICA
Oct. 5 through 15
Call Ralf Parton at 256-7078.
REGULAR LISTINGS
Thunder Valley Casino – CITY OF HOPE
Monday, June 5
Join in the fun at Thunder Valley Casino and Resort
and support cancer research at the City of Hope. Stay five
hours at the casino. Leave Gateway at 9 a.m. and return
about 5:30 p.m. Play bingo on the bus for fun prizes, including a free future trip. Bring friends and neighbors. Casino gives $15 player’s credit and $5 food credit. For reservations, call Lynne Keefer at 945-7665 or email [email protected]. Send checks for $30, made payable
to the City of Hope, to Keefer at 1830 Tice Valley Blvd.,
Walnut Creek, CA 94595.
CACHE CREEK WITH ORT
Monday, June 12
TWO OF WORLD’S “FRIENDLIEST CITIES”
IRELAND IN DEPTH
July 28 through Aug. 10
The Rossmoor Travel Club is offering this trip to Ireland. Conde Nast Traveler, a respected international travel
magazine, recently provided a listing of “The 15 Friendliest
Cities in the World.” Two of the friendly cities included in
the rankings are part of the Travel Club’s trip to Ireland.
Dublin (ranked 3) and Galway (ranked 6) are on the itinerary. A guided pre-trip to Northern Ireland (Belfast and
Derry) is an optional add-on departing July 23. The Conde
Nast list reviewed cities all over the world and ranked 15
cities that provided visitors with special amenities and
“friendliness.” See www.CondeNastTraveller.com. The
survey of 128,000 readers pointed to places where the
locals made visitors feel welcome. A color brochure for
the tour is available in the Rossmoor Travel Club box at
Gateway. The 14-day base-trip visits not only Dublin and
Galway, but makes a circuit in the southern areas of the
Republic of Ireland, including nightly stays in Kilkenny,
Cork and Killarney. Highlights include the Waterford Crystal Factory, the Guinness Storehouse, Blarney and Cahier
Castles and the Cliffs of Moher. On the optional pre-trip to
Northern Ireland, sights will include the Inishowen Peninsula, the Giant’s Causeway (a UNESCO World Heritage
Site), the area where “The Game of Thrones” is filmed, and
Neolithic Newgrange. This trip is being facilitated by Gary
Schaub and Maria Gounaris, who can provide information.
Call 938-5454.
Travel on a spacious bus with ORT to Cache Creek
Casino for five hours of fun and games. The bus depar ts Gateway at 9:30 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m.
Casino bonus includes $15 machines, $20 table play
and $5 food coupon. The cost is $30 inclusive and is
open to all Rossmoor residents. Friends are welcome.
Make checks payable to ORT and mail to Joyce Kearney,
2909 Ptarmigan Drive No. 2, Walnut Creek. For information, call 935-5716; if unavailable, call 932-8448.
Email [email protected]. ORT’S mission is to
provide the disadvantaged with skills to be economically independent. ORT (Organization for Rehabilitation
and Training) maintains 235 schools in 60 countries,
UNIQUE CRUISE ABOARD CRYSTAL SYMPHONY FROM
educating 300,000 students a day.
LONDON TO LISBON
NORWEGIAN COASTAL VOYAGE AND LAPLAND
Aug. 25 through Sept. 6
July 17 through July 31
Limited space is still available on this cruise, sponsored
The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring an unusual by the St. Anne’s Society with port stops in six beautiful
travel adventure. The Norwegian Coastal Voyage and Lap- ports, Honfleur, Guernsey, St-Malo, Bordeaux, St. Jean de
land is a 14-day land and cruise tour beginning in Helsin- Luz and Bilbao, along the Bay of Biscay, ending in Lisbon.
ki, Finland, with departure from San Francisco. Travel by Begin this cruise with an overnight in London with the opcoastal ship and motorcoach. Encounter the culture of portunity to take a shore excursion through Buckingham
the indigenous Sami people in Finland’s Lapland region, Palace while the queen is on holiday. In the French port of
and then sail for five nights along the Norwegian coast, Honfleur, tour the heroic, historic Normandy beaches and
with interludes of port calls in fishing villages. The coastal World War II battlefields. Or choose a day tour to Monet’s
voyage concludes in Bergen, Norway. Continue to Oslo, home and gardens at Giverny. There is even a day tour to
the capital of Norway. A tour of the city, including a visit Paris. The charming city of St-Malo offers many tours in the
to the Viking Ship Museum and leisure-time, will complete Normandy area including an opportunity to see the famous
the tour. Helsinki will be the first destination on this tour. and beautiful Mt. St. Michael. Crystal’s itinerary gives two
A guided-tour of the city will include a stop at the Market full days in the wine country of Bordeaux There are numerSquare; the Sibelius Monument and Senate Square. Trav- ous ways to explore the vineyards and famous wineries of
el continues on a flight to Rovaniemi, then on to Ivolo. the area, with a varied selection of tours. St. Jean-de-Luz
Discover more about Lapland’s uniqueness at the Siida offers participation in a pilgrimage to the miraculous site
Museum, which focuses on Sami and northern Lapland of Lourdes, France. Alternately, choose to tour historic
culture and nature. A home-hosted visit with a Sami fam- and quaint San Sebastián, Spain, also a famous place for
ily will include lunch. The Hurtigruten Norwegian Coast- pilgrimages. Bilbao encompasses another overnight stay,
al Voyage begins aboard the M.S. Polarys in the city of giving ample time to explore the Guggenheim Museum
Kirkeness for the five-day voyage showcasing the islands and enjoy a late evening of tapas and dancing. This deluxe
and mountains of Norway. The ship is a working ves- all-inclusive cruise includes all beverages onboard, comsel that also delivers cargo on a strict schedule. Some plimentary specialty dining, gratuities and Internet. Cruise
port calls may not allow time on shore. Travel across only prices begin at $4,690 per person, based on double
the Vestfjord and the Arctic Circle. The last port-of-call occupancy, plus port taxes of $540. Included in the cruise
will be Molde, Norway’s “City of Roses.” On the final leg, is a $250 shipboard credit plus a choice of an extra $600
pass the mouth of the Sognefjord, Norway’s longest and shipboard credit or a $400 upfront discount or a discountdeepest fjord, as well as an archipelago of islands near ed airfare. Other discounts may apply. For information, call
Bergen.
Gale Lydecker at 937-7748.
The Pre-trip option will be four nights in St. Petersburg, Russia; most tours offer only a two-night visit – EDINBURGH CASTLE ROYAL MILITARY TATTOO – TOUR
$1,095. No single supplement. The post-trip option will OF SCOTLAND, WALES AND ENGLAND
be four nights in Copenhagen, Denmark, for $1,195. No Aug. 14 through 27
single supplement. The base price of the cruise tour is
The Caledonian Society of Rossmoor is sponsoring a
$4,295 (inside cabin); with airfare from San Francisco,
total is $5,695. Single supplement will be $1,895. Op- trip to Britain.
A highlight will be attending the Edinburgh Royal Miltional tours will be listed in the tour flyer. For information
and booking instructions, contact Travel Club facilitator, itary Tattoo. Pipe and military bands from all over the
Barbara White, [email protected] or 295-1283. Tour world will gather on the parade grounds of Edinburgh
flyers will be available in the Travel Club mailbox at Gate- Castle to play Scottish tunes culminating in the hauntContinued on next page
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Arts & Leisure
AROUND THE BAY AREA
BERKELEY REPERTORY THEATRE presents
“Monsoon Wedding” through June 25 at Peet’s Theatre,
2025 Addison St., Berkeley. The story is about an
arranged marriage between a modern upper-middle-class
Indian family’s only daughter and an American she’s
never met. Tickets are $40 to $125. Call 510-647-2949 or
go to berkeleyrep.org.
CALIFORNIA
SHAKESPEARE
THEATER
presents Shakespear’s gender-bending comedy, “As You
Like It,” through June 18 at the Bruns Amphitheater,
100 California Shakespeare Theater Way, Orinda.
Performances are Tuesday through Thursday at 7:30 p.m.,
Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. and select Sundays at 2 p.m.
For tickets, call the box office at 520-548-9666 or go to
www.calshakes.org.
CALIFORNIA SYMPHONY celebrates its 30th
anniversary with guest violinist Anne Akiko Meyers at
“Symphony Surround” on Saturday night, June 17, at the
Blackhawk Auto Museum in Danville. There will be preperformance cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a three-course
dinner catered by Scott’s. Tickets are $135 for cocktail/
performance tickets, $500 for dinner/performance tickets
and $5,000 to $30,000 to sponsor tables (there’s limited
availability). The dinner-ticket purchasers will be seated
among the orchestra on stage, and the concert-only ticket
buyers will have traditional theater style seating. Tickets
are available at www.californiasymphony.org/surround
or call 280-2490. The proceeds benefit the orchestra’s
nationally-recognized education programs.
CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY presents “Altar
Boyz” through Saturday, July 1, at the Lesher Center
for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. This is a
spoof about a heavenly guy-group adored by audiences
and critics alike. For information, go to CenterREP.
org. Tickets are $37 to $72. Call 943-7469 or go to
lesherartscenter.org.
CENTRAL WORKS presents “Edward King” through
June 11 at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Ave.,
Berkeley. The comedy is about finding your roots. Tickets
are $30 online at centralworks.org or $15 to $30 at the
door. Thursdays are pay-what-you-can at the door. Tickets
are also available at 510-558-1381. For information, go to
Club Trips
Continued from page 12B
ing bugle call of the Last Post.The first six days we will be
visiting London, the ancient stone circle at Stonehenge,
the Roman Baths in Bath, Exeter, Plymouth, Polperro,
Dartmoor, Buckfast Abbey, Glastonbury, Cardiff (Wales),
Ludlow, Chester and Liverpool, the home of the Beatles.
On day 7, enter Scotland on to our way to Glasgow. While
in Scotland, visit Glencoe, Fort William, the Scottish Highlands, the Isle of Skye, Culloden, Pitlochry, 18th green at
St. Andrews and Edinburgh. The group will have reserve
seats for the Royal Military Tattoo at Edinburgh Castle.
Leave Edinburgh on day 12 and visit medieval Alnwick,
York with its famous Minster and Stratford-upon-Avon,
where Shakespeare was born. Return to London for one
more night before departing. This is a Trafalgar Tour and is
open to all Rossmoor residents, their families and friends.
The land cost is $3,206.25. Travelers with Trafalgar in the
past get an additional 5 percent discount. The single supplement is $990 per person, but there are limited single
spaces available. Booking air through Trafalgar guarantees
the lowest possible airfare available on the booking day
and free transfers from the London Airport to and from the
hotel. Approximate airfare is $1,500 roundtrip. Travelers
may book their own air or use award miles if they wish.
Information and itinerary is available in the Caledonian Society of Rossmoor mailbox in the Administration Building
at Gateway.
For information, contact Doug or Pam Hipsley at 9541041 or email [email protected]. For detailed information and reservations, contact Dorothy Harders (Pulaski
Travel) at 300-3356 or email [email protected].
She will also match single travelers with potential partners.
Visit www.trafalgar.com, Reference Best of Britain, tour
Code BBOB, for complete description.
MINDFULNESS RETREAT IN FRANCE’S DORDOGNE
REGION
Sept. 8 to 18
The Ideal Happiness Club is sponsoring an 11-Day and
10-night mindfulness meditation and study retreat in the
Dordogne region in Southwest France. The trip begins with
seven nights in the valleys of the Dordogne and Vezere
Rivers. The valleys offer beautiful scenery and numerous
prehistoric sites, as well as medieval fortresses, churches
and homes hanging from the cliffs overlooking the river
valleys. Then transfer to the Plum Village Retreat Center
area for three nights to practice at the home of Thich Nhat
Hanh, the world-renowned Buddhist monk, peace activist
http://centralworks.org/season/.
COMMONWEALTH CLUB presents the lecture,
“Israel and India: 25 years of diplomatic relations,”
on Friday, June 2, at 555 Post St., San Francisco. The
speakers are Ambassador Venkatesan Ashok of India
and Consul General Andy David of Israel. Members
and students get in for free and others pay $20. For
tickets, go to www.commonwealthclub.org or call 415597-6705. Registration is at 11:30 a.m. and the program
at noon.
DANVILLE COMMUNITY BAND wraps up its 15th
season on Saturday, June 10, at 3 p.m. at the Lesher
Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. The
selections include Leonard Bernstein’s “Slava!” music
from “The Lion King,” Jacob de Haan’s “Ammerland”
and Steven Reineke’s “Rise of the Firebird.” Senior tickets
are $15. Call 943-7469 or go to https://lesherartscenter.
showare.com/eventperformances.asp?evt=769.
For
information about the band, go to www.danvilleband.org.
DIABLO CHORAL ARTISTS presents a choral journey
of summer travels, featuring works by Mendelssohn,
Elgar, Rossini and Copland on Friday, June 9, at 8 p.m. at
the Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Church, 55 Eckley
Lane, Walnut Creek. Another performance is Sunday,
June 11, at 3 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church,
1601 Mary Drive, Pleasant Hill. There will be a drawing
for a gift basket at each concert and a reception after the
Sunday concert. For details and to purchase tickets go to
www.dcachorus.org or [email protected] or call 6807089.
GREGORY TABOLOFF, composer and pianist, will
perform his powerful three-movement piano concerto
titled “The Mystic” on Saturday, June 17, at 2 p.m. at the
Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive in Walnut
Creek. He will also perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto
No. 3. Maestro David Ramadanoff will join Taboloff on
stage to conduct the Taboloff Philharmonic comprised of
the finest Bay Area professional musicians. For tickets,
call the Lesher box office at 943-7469 or go online at
lesherartscenter.org.
HUNGARIAN ART AND CULTURE FESTIVAL is
and master of mindfulness training. The stays are in small
family-run hotels in the village of Carsac-Aillac and Duras,
where breakfast and dinner will be included. Visit the villages of La Roque-Gageac, Domme, Beynac, Castelnaud,
Rocamadour, Sarlat, Montignac, Les Eyzies and more.
Visit two of the best local markets in the old towns of Le
Bugue and Sarlat. Les Eyzies is the prehistoric capital of
Europe where Cro-Magnon Man remains were discovered.
Numerous prehistoric sites, some going back 40,000
years, medieval fortresses, cycling paths, beautiful countryside to explore by van, on foot, cycling or canoeing,
make it the perfect setting for contemplation, meditation
and study. Dick Powell, club founder and a tour company
founder, who had a home in the Dordogne for 19 years,
will co-lead the retreat with Chau Yoder, a Thich Nhat
Hanh trained Dharma teacher. The tour is $2,990 per person, double occupancy, $600 single-room supplement.
Airfare is not included. Many of the guided entry fees are
included. See more details at www.idealhappiness.org/
retreats.html. Checks and credit cards are accepted. For
information, contact Powell at [email protected] or
238-6366.
WESTERN FRONTIERS
Sept. 15 through 23
An exciting trip is now available to several unique, scenic, unusual and historic locations in the western United
States. This land trip is sponsored by the Rossmoor Travel
Club and features Yellowstone and Grand Teton National
Parks. It is operated by Premier World Discovery and is labeled “Western Frontiers.” Locations with overnight stays
are, in geographical sequence, Rapid City, S.D., Sheridan
Wyo., Yellowstone, Wyo., Jackson, Wyo., and Salt Lake
City, Utah. There will be visits to six national parks/monuments led by two days visiting Yellowstone. Others are
Badlands, Mount Rushmore, Deadwood (Lead), Devils’
Tower and Grand Tetons. There are tours of another six
major sites and museums highlighted by the Buffalo Bill
Museum in Cody, Wyo. There are cultural events such as a
cowboy cookout, a river raft tour and the Mormon Center
in Salt Lake City. There will be ample stops to view wildlife,
other features and to collect souvenirs. The scenery includes wild rivers, deep canyons, valleys, mountain passes
and peaks. This trip includes services of a professional tour
director, airfare, motorcoach transportation, all hotel transfers and baggage handling and 12 meals for $2,795; the
single supplement is $975. A deposit of $300 is required.
It is payable 75 days before departure and early payment
in full by check earns a $100 credit. To learn more, contact
trip facilitator Paula Tint at 935-6580 or email at paulatint@
comcast.net.
Saturday, June 10, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Civic Park in
downtown Walnut Creek. The daylong festival celebrates
Hungarian culture, music, dance, art and gastornomy.
Admission is free. Hungarian food and wine may be
purchased.
OAKLAND CIVIC ORCHESTRA presents its season
finale concert, “Beginnings and Endings,” on Sunday,
June 4, at 4 p.m. at Lake Merritt United Methodist
Church, 1330 Lakeshore Ave. in Oakland. The program
features Beethoven’s “Symphony No. 5” and “Name Day
Overture,” Delius’s “The Walk to Paradise Garden” and
Sibelius’s “Valse Triste.” Admission is free, but donations
are gratefully accepted. For information, go to the website
at
https://sites.google.com/site/oaklandcivicorchestra/
home or call 510-597- 5027.
ONSTAGE REPERTORY THEATRE COMPANY
presents “Off the Shelf and on Stage,” a festival of oneact plays, many from local playwrights, including from
Rossmoor. Performances are through June 24 at the
Campbell Theatre, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Performances
are Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and
Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Tickets at the door are $16 or $12
on Thursdays. A festival pass for all three blocks is $40.
Call 518-3277. For information, go to Onstagetheatre.
homestead.com.
TOWN HALL THEATRE presents its final show of the
season, Oscar Wilde’s scintillating and timely comedy,
“An Ideal Husband.” Fate catches up to politician Robert
Chiltern when a mysterious woman produces a letter
revealing a past misdeed. Performances are Thursdays
through Sundays, June 1 through 24, at the theatre, 3535
School St. in Lafayette. Tickets are $20 for previews; $29
to $32 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings; and
$25 to $29 for Sunday matinees. Reach the box office at
283-1557 or at www.townhalltheatre.com.
WALNUT CREEK DOWNTOWN presents First
Wednesday festivities on June 7 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on
Cypress Street, between North Main and Locust streets.
The event includes live music, dancing, beverages and
food trucks. Free admission. For information, go to www.
walnutcreekdowntown.com.
HERITAGE OF AMERICA
Oct. 5 through 15
This customized 10-day Collette trip is fully escorted
by longtime Rossmoor Tour Director Ralf Parton from the
time he picks travelers up at their Rossmoor residence
and takes them to SFO. Roundtrip on Virgin America is included. He has designed this itinerary to fulfill the desires
of all U.S. history buffs as well as American Civil war enthusiasts. It begins with three nights in New York City and
a visit to the newly opened 9/11 Memorial Museum and
many other historic sites in lower and midtown Manhattan
such as Fraunces Tavern where General George Washington said goodbye to the troops of his Continental Army in
1783. There is a visit to St. Paul’s Chapel where he worshiped. There will be ample time to visit other museums,
take in a Broadway show, concert or do shopping. Leave
the Big Apple by deluxe chartered bus. Stop in Philadelphia
to see the Liberty Bell and visit Independence Hall where
the Declaration of Independence was signed and the drafting of the Constitution took place. From there, on to Gettysburg for two nights visit the National Military Park and
Museum. View the moving film “A New Birth of Freedom,”
then take a guided tour of the battlefield. One night enjoy a
home-cooked family-style meal in an historic barn, which
dates back to 1764.There many more historic highlights
that are included in this Heritage of America adventure.
Request and read the full day-by-day itinerary included
in the Collette flyer. Everyone on this tour will experience
a beautiful drive through the Shenandoah Valley via the
famed Skyline Drive, Charlottesville Virginia, two nights
in Williamsburg, Monticello – Thomas Jefferson’s home
and gardens and Mount Vernon–George Washington’s
home. End this patriotic adventure with two nights and
three days in Washington, D.C., where the group will visit
a number of Smithsonian museums. The trip offers great
hotels throughout from the Sheraton in New York (almost
at Times Square) to the Omni Shoreham with its lovely
gardens in D.C. This Collette Vacations tour is presented
by the Rossmoor Railroad Club and is open to all. For a
copy of the flyer and information, call Parton at 256-7078.
COSTA RICA WILDLIFE ADVENTURE
Nov. 1 through 12
The Rossmoor Travel Club is sponsoring a 12-day group
tour operated by Rain Forest Experience Travel Tours of
San Jose. This is a land tour with only 12 travelers. This
trip emphasizes the wildlife indigenous to the country plus
National Parks, astounding local scenery and the friendly
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Parkinson’s support group meets at Medical Friends hears
Grace Presbyterian Church June 17 about new treatments
for atrial fibrillation
The Parkinson Network of
Mt. Diablo (PNMD) support
group will meet on Saturday,
June 17, from 9 a.m. until noon
at Grace Presbyterian Church,
2100 Tice Valley Blvd, Walnut
Creek. All are welcome. No
RSVPs are needed and there is
no charge.
Three concurrent support
group meetings are held from
9 to 9:50 a.m.
Men with Parkinson’s disease only have a time to share,
laugh and learn from each other. Meeting location is the Fireside Room at Grace Church.
Contact person is Gregg Riehl
at [email protected] or 2548349.
Women with Parkinson’s
disease only have time to
share, laugh, and learn from
each other. Meeting location is
the Library at Grace Church.
Contact person is Sandy Clark
at [email protected] or 9440769.
Caregivers only discuss issues relating to their roles.
Meeting location is the Sanctuary at Grace Church. Contact person is Norman Kibbe at
[email protected] or 935-9322.
From 10:15 to 10:30 a.m.,
refreshments will be served
(bring favorite fruit to share),
there will be general information and questions and answers in the Oak Room. The
Parkinson’s Network library,
with books, flyers and videos,
will be open at this time. From
10:30 to 10:45 a.m., new members will be welcome and announcements will be made.
From 10: 45 to 11:45 a.m. in
the Oak Room, Nijee Luthra,
M.D., will speak on “Advances in the Treatment of Parkinson’s Disease.”
Luthra is a fellow of the
UCSF Movement Disorders
and Neuromodulation Center.
She is interested in movement
disorders such as Parkinson’s
disease, essential tremor, dystonia and tardive dyskinesia
and treatments including deep
brain stimulation and botulinum toxin therapy.
The day will end with questions and answers and wrapup.
General questions may be
directed to Howard Zalkin
at 939-4210; Lance Gershen,
publicity and program chairman at 932-1028; or Sandy
Mitchell, assistant program
chairwoman at 687-3976. The
website is www.pnmd.net.
The Medical Marijuana Education and Support Club will
meet on Tuesday, June 13, at
7:15 p.m. in the Diablo Room
at Hillside.
Berkeley physician, Frank
Lucido, M.D., and his nurse
practitioner, Maria Mangini
Ph.D., will do a joint presentation. They were originally
scheduled to appear in January, but the event was canceled
due to severe weather and a
downed tree on Tice Valley
Boulevard.
Lucido has been practicing
family and general medicine
in Berkeley since 1979. Upon
the passage of the California
Compassionate Use Act of
1996 (Prop 215), Lucido began
incorporating medical cannabis evaluations into his practice.
Just as doctors prior to
the 1937 Prohibition utilized
cannabis as part of their
pharmacoepia, Lucido began specializing in helping
to find the right combination
and dosage of the major cannabinoids, THC and CBD,
for children, elders and any
cannabis patients who needed guidance.
He will discuss dosing
of THC and/or cannabidiol
(CBD) for patients of various
body weights, from children
to elders. In addition, he will
discuss lesser-known cannabinoids, what they do and how to
decide which to choose.
Mangini has been working
with Lucido for 20 years in his
Berkeley family practice. She
has had extensive experience
in interviewing and evaluat-
ing medical cannabis patients.
She will talk about methods of
administration (with illustrations) and about the variety of
cannabis products.
Mangini is the director of
the nurse practitioner program
and professor at Holy Names
University. She has worked as
a midwife; her current project
is the development of a death
midwifery practice, providing
services to dying persons and
their families.
The Medical Marijuana
Education and Support Club
does not collect dues, but donations are appreciated. All
Rossmoor residents and guests
are welcome. Refreshments
are served.
For information or questions, call club President Renee Lee at 979-9068.
Rossmoor residents can now
learn more about the Medical
Marijuana Education and Support Club without even leaving
home.
This month the club
launched a new website to help
keep members and interested
parties informed on club activities and related issues.
The website was designed
by Rossmoor resident and
professional website designer,
Giancarlo Calabrese of Devi-
ta Design (www.Devitadesign.
org).
It can be found at www.
rossmoormmc.org or www.
rossmoormmc.com. The website currently displays the
club’s new logo, designed by
Rossmoor resident Jeannine
Faull.
It also includes information on the club’s history and
growth over the last six years,
past and upcoming speakers,
dispensaries, delivery services
and links to various sources of
information about the use of
medical marijuana.
The site provides a form
that makes it easy for viewers
to contact club officers with
any questions.
Club President Renee Lee
points out that the website is
a “work in progress,” and encourages readers to check it
out and to “give us your feedback on what you would like to
see added to the website.”
Medical Marijuana Club welcomes
talk by doctor and nurse practitioner
Marijuana club launches new website
“Hearts a Flutter – New
Treatments for Atrial Fibrillation” is the topic at the
Medical Friends of Rossmoor
speakers’ series on Tuesday,
June 20, from 1 to 2 p.m. in
Peacock Hall at Gateway.
The speaker will be Dr.
Christopher Swan, a John
Muir Health cardiac electrophysiologist. He will give the
facts about atrial fibrillation.
During this discussion, the
audience will learn about
symptoms, causes, prevention and breakthrough options for many types of arrhythmias.
No preregistration is necessary.
For information about the
meeting, contact Jenevieve
Holman, community outreach coordinator, Wellness
Services, John Muir Health,
at 941-7923 or at Jenevieve.
holman@johnmuirhealth.
com.
Medical
Friends
of
Rossmoor welcomes experts
from John Muir Health to
discuss a range of health top-
Dr. Christopher Swan
ics that are relevant to residents.
Lectures are held every
third Tuesday from 1 to 2
p.m. in Peacock Hall.
Future meetings include:
July 18, advances in chemotherapy; Aug. 15, medication safety as people age;
Sept. 19, facts about joint
replacement; Oct. 17, longterm planning for seniors;
and Nov. 21, congestive
heart failure update.
End-of-Life Concerns group
presents POLST workshop
with Kaiser nurse practitioner
End of Life Concerns
(ELC) is sponsoring a presentation by Mary Lee Gates,
NP, MS, on POLST (Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment) on Monday, June 19, from 1 to 2:30
p.m. in the Club Room in
Creekside.
Everyone is invited. The
event is free; donations are
welcome to offset room fees.
Gates is a geriatric nurse
practitioner at Kaiser Permanente Diablo Area and
serves as the outreach and
education director of the Alameda-Contra Costa POLST
Coalition.
Attendees are invited to
fill in a POLST form during
the event. Facilitators will be
available to assist. Completed drafts need to be signed
by the attendee’s physician or
physician assistant or nurse
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practitioner.
POLST is a form that gives
patients more control over
their end-of-life care, including medical treatment, extraordinary measures (such
as a ventilator or feeding
tube) and CPR.
Printed on bright pink
paper, and signed by both a
doctor and patient, POLST
can prevent unwanted or ineffective treatments, reduce
patient and family suffering,
and ensure that the patient’s
demands are honored. Visit http://coalitionccc.org/ for
details.
Gates will also cover topics about the important differences between POLST and
the Advance Care Directive,
and the vital importance of
starting the conversation for
one’s wishes and demands as
part of health care planning.
For information, call or
text Rita Bogaert at 323-3507
or email ritaf loresbogaert@
gmail.com.
Bogaert is also available
for individual assistance
explaining POLST in your
home or by phone.
Membership to ELC is $5
per year. Leave membership
fees and information at the
meeting or at the Gateway
ELC mailbox.
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Many styles of yoga classes available six days a week
The following yoga classes
are now in the modulars of Del
Valle parking lot, unless otherwise noted.
MONDAY
Integrated Yoga
Time and place: 10 to 11:20
a.m.
Instructor: Leena St. Michael,
who has more than 5,000
teaching hours. She is trained
in Mindfulness-Based Stress
Reduction methods.
Fees: $12 per drop-in or 10 sessions for $90.
TLC Beginner Yoga
Offered as a series
Time and place: 11:35 to 12:50
a.m.
Instructor: Leena St. Michael
Must pre-register 200-5130.
Call for dates and prices
Flexible Yoga
Time and place: 5 to 6 p.m.
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: 12:15 to 1:15
p.m. in the Diablo Room at
Hillside.
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: 1:25 to 2:25
p.m. in the Diablo Room at
Hillside.
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.
Laughter Yoga is Saturday
morning at Event Center
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 dropins.
WEDNESDAY
Gentle Yoga
Time and place: 11 a.m. to
noon.
Instructor: Bonnie Maeda For
information, call 510-5489566
Fees: $10 per class or $8 for four
classes.
THURSDAY
Integrated Yoga
Time and place: 10 to 11:20 a.m.
Instructor: Leena St. Michael,
who is trained in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
methods. Call the instructor,
200-5130.
Fees: $12 per drop-in or five sessions for $50; 10 sessions for
$90.
Strength Yoga
Time and place: 6 to 7 p.m.
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 dropins.
FRIDAY
Flexible Yoga
Time and place: 11 a.m. to noon
Instructor: Barbara Bureker. For
information, call 934-7857.
Fees: $7 per class, one class per
week; $6 per class, two to
three per week; $8 for dropins.
Gentle Yoga
Time and place: Noon to 1 p.m.
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.
SATURDAY
Tibetan Kum Nye Yoga
Second and fourth Saturday
Time and place: 10 to 11:30
a.m.
Coordinator: Endy Stark. For
information, call 938-4681.
Fees: $10 per class.
Active Yoga
Time and place: 9:45 to 10:45
a.m. on the first, third and
fifth Saturday of the month.
Instructor: Sarah Harvey. Call
788-4128
Fees: The drop-in fee is $10 per
session.
Mindful Living Club offers class
on mindful ethics and freedom
“The Science of Mindfulness: A Research-Based Path to
Well-Being” class continues on
Saturday, June 10, in the Fairway
Room at Creekside.
The topic is “Mindful Ethics
as a Path to Freedom.” This lecture will address ethical behavior.
The class meets from 9 to
10:30 a.m. It is preceded by a
meditation at 8:30.
Laughter Yoga will be held on Saturday, June 3, at 9 a.m. in
the Echo Room at the Event Center, sponsored by the Mindful
Living Club. It is preceded by the 8:30 a.m. Mindfulness Meditation.
Laughter Yoga meets the first Saturday of each month.
Rossmoor residents and certified Laughter Yoga instructors Dr.
Joy Maynes and Dr. Mimi Salamat will lead the session.
The session is about one hour, depending on how long participants laugh. Participants do not have to get on the floor and pose
or bring a mat, just laugh. All are guaranteed to have fun and
feel great when they leave.
The class is free, however small donations are appreciated to
cover room and materials costs.
For more information on Laughter Yoga go to www.LaughNow is the time to join the
terYoga.org or contact Mindful Living Club founder at at Dickdeep-water
aerobics class taught
[email protected] or 238-6366.
by
Janet
Braue
on Mondays,
See www.MindfulLivingClub.org for more details.
Wednesdays and Fridays from 8
to 8:45 a.m. at Hillside pool.
Water aerobics is a form of
aerobic exercise that requires
water-immersed participants.
Rossmoor Counseling Ser- tween nutrition and cognition. Participants in the class wear
vices’ Optimum Wellness Lec- They will highlight how nutri- a flotation device to keep them
ture Series continues on Thurs- tion can have long-term con- upright and make floating in
day, June 8, from 2:30 to 4:30 sequences on brain health and the pool easy.
Residents who take the class
p.m. in the Fireside Room at function, and how to optimize
Gateway.
your nutrition.
The topic is optimizing
Refreshments will be probrain function through nutri- vided by Atria Senior Living.
tion. The speakers are Chelsea
Preregistration is required.
Rossmoor residents are inBowman, M.D., and Sonal Ad- To register for this free provited
to join members of the
vani, M.D., who are primary gram and/or to place your name
Lions
Club when they unwrap
care physicians with the Palo and email address on the con6,000
pairs of new eyeglasses
Alto Medical Foundation in tact list for future programs,
on
Thursday,
June 15, from 10
Danville.
contact Counseling Services
a.m.
to
1
p.m.
in the Diablo
Bowman and Advani will at 988-7750 or at drose@rossRoom
at
Hillside.
focus on the intersection be- moor.com.
The glasses need to be unwrapped from eyeglass cases and packed for delivery to
area prisons where inmates
The 24 session class is a
“Great Courses” program featuring Dr. Ronald D. Siegel of Harvard Medical School on DVD,
followed by group discussion.
This course is a practical guide
to developing the skill of mindfulness and applying it to every
aspect of daily life. The foundational technique is the practice of
meditation.
The class meets on the sec-
ond, third and fourth Saturday of
the month. It’s sponsored by the
Mindful Living Club.
There is no cost for the program, although small donations
are helpful to cover room, materials and video costs.
For information, contact Dick
Powell at DickPowell53@aol.
com or at 238-6366. For program
details, go to www.MindfulLivingClub.org.
Deep-water aerobics class takes
place thrice weekly at Hillside
Optimum Wellness talk is
on brain health, nutrition
say that their balance, stability
and muscle strength have improved. The classes focus is on
aerobic endurance, resistance
training and creating an enjoyable atmosphere with music.
As people age, exercise
can get more difficult. But
deep-water exercise is nonweight bearing and does not
put stress on the joints, especially hips and knees, making
exercise easier.
Exercising in water can get
the heart rate up, increase muscle mass and help build strength.
It’s easier to move in the water.
The buoyancy of the deep
water reduces body weight by
90 percent, enabling participants to move in ways that
strengthen the core.
Braue has taught the class
for 14 years. For information,
including the cost, call her at
253-9596.
Help unwrap eyeglasses for Lions
John Muir offers program
on prescription drugs
John Muir Outpatient Walnut Creek Senior Services
offers a program titled “Prescription Pain Medications:
Are They Working for You
or Against You?” on Tuesday,
June 20, from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at
Walnut Creek Outpatient Center, 1450 Treat Blvd.
Speakers will be Nina Ferraris, LMFT; Lawren Hicks,
M.D.; and Krystal Pong,
Pharm.D.
The panel will discuss issues with prescription pain
medications, what the effect
could be on the body and how
they may interact with other
medications.
They will discuss access to
services for detox and rehabilitation as well as how to talk to
doctors about concerns.
To register, visit www.johnmuirhealth.com/classes or call
941-7900, option 1.
will read the prescriptions.
They will then be taken to a
collection center in Vallejo.
After they have been prepared for delivery, they will
be sent to a foreign country
along with volunteer optometrists and Lions to perform
free eye examinations and
fittings to those who cannot
afford proper eye care.
It can change their lives.
Glasses have been sent in recent years to Central America, Mexico, the Philippines
and India.
A sandwich lunch will be
available for $5 and includes
water, soft drinks, crackers
and cookies. Telephone Chuck
Shaddle at 256-0664 with
your sandwich preference.
Rossmoor Fund helps residents in need
Residents who find themselves in a financial emergency can turn to the Rossmoor
Fund for help. The Rossmoor
Fund offers grants for medical expenses not covered by
insurance; optical expenses;
hearing aids; temporary caregiving; ambulance service and
other unexpected expenses.
Grants are generally lim-
ited 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. Many residents
report that asking for help can
be difficult, but that the financial aid has been significant in
improving their lives.
A one-page application is all
that is needed to apply. Contact
counseling Services at 9887750 or the Rossmoor Fund at
567-FUND (3863) 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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local culture, people and customs.
The travel package includes visits
to Tortuguero, Tirimbia Rainforest Center, pineapple and chocolate tour, Monteverde and Arenal,
Tarcoles River tour, Carara Park
and visits and excursions each
day. All meals are included as
are three- and four-star accommodations, local transportation
and gratuities. Not included are
round-trip international airfare,
insurance or airport transfers on
the Rossmoor-SFO end. Any pre
or post trip extensions can be arranged by the individual traveler.
As to arrangements for air transportation to from San Jose (SJO)
airport, arrival should be on Nov.
1 and departure must be after 1
p.m. on Nov. 12. Items not included will be up to the individual
traveler. Coordination and ideas
for these requirements will be discussed with other travelers and
the facilitator.The price is $1,660
per person double occupancy;
singles are $2,286. Price covers
all meals, tours, transportation,
lodging and gratuities within
Costa Rica. Deposit is $500 per
person payable to Rain Forest Experience Travel Tours and should
be tendered to Hank Fabian. Flyers are available in the club’s mail
slot in the Gateway Administration building. For details, contact
Hank Fabian, 926-0676, or email
[email protected].
R O S S M O O R C O M M U N I T Y C H A N N E L 28
Programs running from June 1 through 7
The following programs are all scheduled to be broadcast this vocals and percussion; Jeremy Bolt, trumpet, vocals; Joe
week. Check the grid below for days and times of programs. For Gotch, woodwinds; Andy Delao, trombone; Jerry Jennings,
information about programs on Channel 28, please call 988-7820. guitar, vocals; Spike Daly, bass; and Greg Burch, drums.
■ Post It! is a community bulletin board that allows residents to ■ FEENEY-Wyrick-Bogas Trio. Classical music. One
view activities within Rossmoor, including trips, movies and club hour, 16 minutes. Krista Feeney, violin; Peter Wyrick, celevents. This program runs between other programs when possible.
lo, and Roy Bogas, piano, perform a program that includes
■ Classic Arts Showcase includes video samplings of animation, Beethoven’s Trio Opus 70 No. 2 in E-Flat Major for piano,
architectural art, ballet, chamber and choral music, dance, folk art, violin and cello; Bohuslav Martinu’s, Duo No.1 for violin and
museum art, musical theater, opera and orchestral performances, as
cello; and Johannes Brahms’ Trio Opus 101 in C minor.
well as classic film and archival documentaries.
■ MINIATURE Art. Artist interview. 35 minutes.
■ Fitness Fun. Exercise. 30 minutes.
Eileen
Crowley, a local artist, shares her passion in creating
This program is scheduled every day at 9 a.m. The program changes
artwork for the heart. She specializes in painting miniature
daily to vary the exercises.
■ Channel 28’s TV BINGO. Game. One hour.
On Tuesday, June 6, at 5 p.m. play TV Bingo at home. Pick
up a free bingo card at CH 28’s office in Creekside and play
the first Tuesday of each month. Prizes are donated by local
merchants for dinners, theatre, haircuts and fresh flowers. For
residents only.
■ Frederick MOYER. Classical piano. One hour.
Moyer has logged over 20 years as a full-time concert pianist
and established a vital and unique musical career that has taken him to over 36 countries. He has appeared as a piano soloist
with world-renowned orchestras.
■ “Our WILD and Precious Lives.” Drama. One hour.
“Our Wild and Precious Lives: Theater Memoirs” is performed
by a cast from the Drama Association of Rossmoor with Tancred Agius, Bill Oakley, Judy Scott, Judith Hoppe, Rosie
Rodrigues, Sydne Weiner, Sharon Noteboom, Karoline
DeMartini and Sonja Christopher. The play is a compilation
of remarkable and celebratory memoirs ranging from snapshot
revelations to longer and more extensive renderings.
■ CHICAGO Tribute Band. Rock ’n’ roll. One hour, 30
minutes. Chicago, the Tribute, performs the hits of legendary band Chicago, including “Saturday in the Park,” “Wishin’
You Were Here,” “If You Leave Me Know” and more. Chicago, the Tribute, features Frank House, vocals; Frank Rios,
NEW LISTING
WONDERS DOWN UNDER
AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND
Nov. 4 through 18
Experience the Wonders
Down Under with the Rossmoor
Travel Club and Go Ahead Tours
in this 15-day tour that features
Melbourne’s
sophistication
and Sydney’s sparkle; Cairns
and the Great Barrier Reef; the
Aboriginal and Maori culture;
New Zealand’s fabulous fjords;
Queenstown’s mighty mountains
from above; and Auckland, New
Zealand’s sauvignon blanc. The
cost is single $ 7,159 guaranteed
single sleeping room; couple
$12,298 double or twin bedded
room. Deposit by May 31 to lock
in low prices. Includes roundtrip
international airfare from San
Francisco and all domestic air
in Australia and New Zealand;
12 nights’ accommodations in
4-star hotels; breakfast daily, one
lunch, four three-course dinners,
one wine tasting; experienced
Aussie and Kiwi tour directors;
and a private motorcoach for
guided sightseeing with select
entrance fees. In addition to the
planned sightseeing experiences in each location, optional additional sightseeing excursions
are available including: the Fairy
Penguin Parade near Melbourne;
Sydney Harbor dinner cruise;
Featherdale Wildlife Park and
Koala visit near Sydney; Walter
Peak with Lake Cruise and dinner
near Queenstown; across Auckland Harbor to Waiheke Island
for an unusual tour of native flora
and fauna with a wine tasting at
a boutique vineyard. An optional
extension to Fiji Islands for three
nights is $799 per person with
an additional $350 fee for single
person sleeping room. Further
details and to enroll, contact the
club’s facilitator for this trip, Bill
Knickerbocker, 254-9222. Flyers
are available in the Travel Club
mail slot at Gateway Administrative Building. 2
oil paintings. Some of these paintings are incorporated into
bracelets and brooches. Most of her commissions are requests
for miniatures of family pets.
■ PALLIATIVE Care. Health lecture. One hour, seven
minutes. Dr. Sandra Karpenko is medical director of the
Palliative Care Department at John Muir Health. Karpenko
discusses how palliative care focuses on providing patients
with relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness.
The goal is to improve quality of life for both patient and the
family. Palliative care can improve patients’ ability to tolerate
medical treatments, gain more control over their care and improve their understanding of treatment choices.
■ “SUM: 40 Tales from the Afterlives.” Book discussion. 40
minutes. David Eagleman, a neuroscientist, translates lofty
concepts of infinity and death into accessible human terms in
his book. What happens after we die? Eagleman offers 40 different scenarios of what could be possible after death.
■ POST-Disaster Disease Concerns. Health lecture. One
hour. Speakers from Contra Costa Health Services, Joe Doser, an environmental health specialist with the Environmental
Health Division, and Sheilah Zarate, public health nurse in
the Public Health Division, explain possible public health risks
post-disaster, specific diseases of concern, how survivors can
protect themselves, and the vital role of Contra Costa Health
Services in preventing disease and restoring normalcy.
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