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Update on the Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center Construction of the new Silicon Valley Advanced Water Purification Center in north San Jose is making significant progress. From Highway 237, commuters can see the nearly completed 2.25 million gallon stainless steel product water storage tank. Read more online at: www.el-observador. com/category/local Las familias Estadounidenses redefinen las compras de regreso a clases La Generación Z ha cambiado la experiencia de compras familiares. A estos jóvenes consumidores les gusta realizar compras en colaboración con sus padres y surgir como los expertos en los mejores estilos de la temporada a precios sensacionales. Sigue leyendo en nuestra red a: www. el-observador.com/category/education
The Wiggles | Sunday, July 22, 2012 at 3:00 pm | Price: $78.50 / $48.50 / $28.50 / $18.50 | San Jose Civic | 135 West San Carlos Street, San Jose The Wiggles, the world’s most famous children’s entertainment group, have just announced that 2012 will be the final year of their original lineup. After 21 years of entertaining and educating children around the globe. This year’s summer tour will be the last opporunity for families in San Jose to see the Original Fab Four from Down Under perform together. Stanford Jazz Festival July 20 – August 4 Dinkelspiel Auditorium 471 Lagunita Dr. Stanford, CA www.stanfordjazz.org Sabor del Valle July 20 • 5:30pm History Park 1650 Senter Rd. San Jose, CA www.sabordelvalle.org 7th Annual Frida Kahlo Fundraiser July 20 • 6:30pm – 8:30pm Theater lobby School of Arts and Culture @ MHP 1700 Alum Rock Ave. San Jose, CA Free 0-18 years of age $10 admission Film screening: Cautiva July 20 • 7:00pm San Jose Peace and Justice Center 48 S. 7th St. Suite 101 San Jose, CA $10 donation Cavalia: A Show featuring horses July 20 – August 5 Intersection of Hwy 101 and 87 San Jose, CA Tickets available at: www.cavalia.net Bay Area Playwrights Festival July 20 – 29 The Thick House 1695 18th St. San Francisco, CA www.playwrightsfoundation.org 6th Annual Souleros Ball July 21 • 5:00pm – 12:30am Mexican Heritage Plaza 1700 Alum Rock Ave. San Jose, CA $25 at door Christmas in July July 21
5:30pm – 10:30pm Circle of the Palms Downtown San Jose, CA $100 per person www.christmasinthepark.com Summer Concert Series: Evenings by the Bay Saturdays & Sundays July 21 – September 2 6:00pm – 8:00pm Aquarium’s Marine Mammal Gallery 886 Cannery Row Monterey, CA Concerts included with admission to Aquarium Stern Grove Music Festival Sundays • July 21 – August 26 2:00pm Sigmund Stern Grove 19th Avenue & Sloat Blvd San Francisco, CA 9th Annual Indoor Gardening Expo July 22 • 12:00pm – 5:00pm Concourse Exhibition Center 635 8th St., San Francisco, CA $10 general admission www.indoorgardenexpo.com Nature Inspired Yoga in the Park July 26 •6:15pm-7:15pm Guadalupe Visitor & Education Center, 438 Coleman Ave San Jose, CA 18 years or older $50/members, $60/nonmembers $10/drop ins (408) 298-7657 www.grpg.org Firme – one night only July 27 • 9:00pm The Blank Club 44 S. Almaden San Jose, CA $10 Zumba Party July 27 • 6:00pm – 8:30pm The Health Trust 46 Race St.
Sam Jose, CA $15 at door valsdance@gmail.com Fundraiser for Food Allergies Car & Bike Show July 28 • 12:00pm – 5:00pm Evergreen Valley High School 3300 Quimby Rd. San Jose, CA Spaghetti Feed Benefit July 28 4:00pm – 7:00pm Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center, 938 The Alameda San Jose, CA $10 suggested donation Carolina Lugo’s & Carolé Acuña’s Ballet Flamenco July 29 6:15pm Peña Pachamama 1630 Powell St. San Francisco, CA $24 show www.carolinalugo.com Silicon Valley STEM Summit July 30 9:00am – 12:00pm Microsoft, 1065 La Avenida St. Mountain View, CA $20 Tears for Fears August 5 • 7:30pm San Jose Civic 135 W. San Carlos San Jose, CA $39.50 / $55 / $65 Collecting & Planting with Seeds August 11 10:00am – 11:30am Guadalupe Visitor & Education Center 438 Coleman Ave. San Jose, CA $10 members / $15 non-members www.grpg.org
Governor Brown Signs Legislation to Improve California’s Transportation System Gov. Brown signed SB 1029, which will create thousands of new jobs in California by modernizing regional transportation systems and linking them to the state’s future high-speed rail line. The $4.7 billion investment will be matched by an additional $7.9 billion in federal and local dollars for statewide improvements to transportation in California. Read more online at: www.el-observador.com/category/regional Beber en exceso puede aumentar su riesgo del deterioro cognitivo Los Hispanos corren un riesgo una vez y media más alto que los blancos a padecer del Alzheimer. Es esencial tener presente estas investigaciones y hacer lo posible por mantener la salud corporal y cognitiva. Sigue leyendo en nuestra red a: www.el-observador.com/category/health PTA-supported bill on life-saving devices signed into law Gov. Jerry Brown signed SB 1436, by Sen. Alan Lowenthal, will enable schools to utilize Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) devices without risk of liability for civil damages resulting from a rescue effort when all requirements of the law are met. Read more online at: www.el-observador. com/category/regional Tres décadas de compromiso con la salud de los bebés y niños Por más de 30 años, los clientes y empleados de Kmart han ayudado a mejorar la salud de los bebés en asociación con March of Dimes, la principal organización sin fines de lucro para la salud de las madres y los bebés. Sigue leyendo en nuestra red a: www.el-observador.com/category/ health
FREE BOX Free lunch for 18 & younger July 20 • 10:00am – 11:00am Oak Grove High School 285 Blossom Hill Rd. San Jose, CA (408) 347-6540 Mexicanismo through Artists Eyes July 13 - September 23 Tuesday- Sunday 11:00am-5:00pm San Jose Museum of Art 110 S. Market Street San Jose, CA 95113 (408) 271-6840 Parents Café Tuesdays, July 17 – August 28 6:00pm – 8:00pm San Jose Sobrato Center 1400 Parkmoor Ave. San Jose, CA RSVP: (866) 538-9530 Double-Booked Tuesdays • 5:30pm The Pagoda 170 S. First St. San Jose, CA Two DJ sets Discounted drinks for happy hour Summer Beats Concert: Tito Garcia • July 21 5:00pm – 7:00pm Alameda South Shore Center
523 S. Shore Center West Alameda, Ca Junta Comunitaria con: Asamblista Manuel Pérez 21 de Julio • 5:30pm Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe Church 41933 Blacow Rd. Fremont, CA Starlight Cinema’s Summer Outdoor Film: The Rocky Horror Picture Show July 26 • 7:00pm Historic District (on Post between Market and 1st St), San Jose, CA
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Pincel del Diablo July 26 • 9:00pm -1:30am El Herradero Bar & Club 2103 Scott Blvd. Santa Clara, CA C. Toni Graham Book Signing July 28 • 1:00pm BookSmart Kids Oakridge Mall 925 Blossom Hill Rd. San Jose, CA Native American Celebration July 28 • 1:00pm – 3:00pm Gardens of the Oakland Museum of CA, 1000 Oak St. Oakland, CA www.musuemca.org
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San José recibe nuevo puesto en la Comisión Metropolitana de Transporte
El gobernador Brown firmó la AB 57 Ley de la Asamblea 57, legislación introducida por el Asambleísta Jim Beall para añadir un nuevo asiento para la ciudad de San José en la Comisión Metropolitana de Transporte (MTC), fue firmada como ley por el gobernador Jerry Brown. La nueva ley, que se prevé entrará en vigor el 1 de enero, aumenta el número de miembros de la comisión de 19 a 21. Permite que el alcalde de San José para designar a un miembro y se expande el número total de
miembros del Condado de Santa Clara a tres en la comisión. El MTC sirve como el transporte regional, coordinación, y la financiación de la agencia de los nueve condados del Área de la Bahía. “Este es un gran día para San José’’, dijo Jim Beall. “Somos la ciudad más grande en el área de la bahía y ahora en realidad tendremos un papel más importante cuando se trata de fondos para proyectos de transporte como el BART a San José y el mejoramiento
de nuestras carreteras”. “Otras versiones de este proyecto de ley había sido presentado y fueron derrotados. Estoy muy contento AB 57 evitó ese destino. Tomó mucha negociaciones para conseguir este proyecto de ley aprobado”. El proyecto de ley también le da al alcalde de Oakland, la facultad de nombrar a un representante. Con el cambio en la ley, los condados de Santa Clara, Alameda y San Francisco tiene tres miembros con voto en la comisión.
$1,500 donation to the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro
Staples General Manager Sang Dang (left) presented Robert Glotch, executive director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro (right) with a $1,500 donation at the opening celebration of the second Staples store in Fremont on July 17. In addition to the monetary donation, the Boys & Girls Clubs of San Leandro has been selected as the recipient of school supplies collected through Staples for Students a national back-to-school supply drive made possible by Staples and DoSomething.org. This year, DoSomething.org and Staples are teaming up with teen actress and recording artist Bella Thorne, to encourage young people to collect school supplies and drop them off at their nearest Staples store now through September 15.
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CalFresh Program (FOOD STAMPS) Would you believe the House of Representatives, U.S. Congress, recently proposed cutbacks for the Department of Agriculture’s food programs? Rather than consider other methods for dealing with the massive national budget deficit, the House Republican leadership seems to be willing to take away access to food from the needy. What is their problem? Why can’t the “George W. Bush tax cuts” for the wealthy be allowed to expire? Why try to reduce the national debt through the empty stomachs of hungry individuals in America? The CalFresh Program, formerly known as Food Stamps and federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), can add to the food budget of the needy unemployed and disabled to put healthy and nutritious food on their table. The CalFresh Program helps to improve the health and well-being of qualified households and individuals by providing them a means to meet their nutritional needs. “Making America Stronger” commemorates the 30th anniversary of the reforms achieved by the Food Stamp Act of 1977 by telling the story of how food stamps dramatically reduced the extent of severe hunger in our country, how they continue to help Americans in need, and how this essential program is necessary for maintaining the health and wellness of a larger segment of the American population in these times of high unemployment and underemployment. On Tuesday, July 9h, Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said “The reason why these numbers have gone up is that we’ve done a pretty good job getting the word out about this program. We’re now
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working with the states to make sure that people who are eligible get the benefits.” The number of people on food stamps has been growing to record levels for 30 straight months. The latest report from the Agriculture Department showed nearly 46 million people -- or one in seven Americans -- were enrolled as of May 2012 in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The numbers are an outcome of the economic times -- with high unemployment forcing people to apply for government help to feed their families. Vilsack claimed the food stamps have a simulative effect, by pumping money into the local economy in the same way as unemployment benefits. “It’s the most direct stimulus you can get into the economy during tough times,” Vilsack said, claiming every dollar in food stamp spending generates $1.84 in local economic activity. The total cost of the program in May 2012 was over $6 billion. If Vilsack’s theory holds, that’s $11 billion in extra economic activity. America’s Midwest is experiencing an extreme drought this year with some 2,000 counties declared to be in crisis. This drought will impact the volume of corn, wheat, soybeans, and other foods. That in turn, will lead to higher food costs which means that more needy people will qualify for food stamp assistance.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture also provides funding to support five meal and milk programs to assist schools, districts, and other non-profit agencies in providing nutritious meals and milk to children at reasonable prices, or free to qualified applicants. These five programs are: the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Seamless Summer Feeding Option, Special Milk Program, and State Meal Program. Will these successful programs also be curtailed? If anything, cutbacks will impact the school luncheon programs which ensure that schools located in extreme poverty areas can continue to provide at least one nutritious meal per school day to attending school students. What can an individual like you do? One thing is to text a message to your congressional representative telling them to leave these effective food programs alone. Another thing you can do is to make a contribution to the Sacred Heart Community Center, located at Alma/Market Street in San Jose. Executive Direcor Pancho Guevarra’s staff has been very effective in continuing to provide bags of food to the needy. In addition, Second Harvest Food Bank could use donations. Both organizations have the ability to buy food wholesale which stretch the dollars contributed. Local Latina community activist Sofia Mendoza said, “One thing congress should not do is to take food away from hungry people. If Congress does that, it shows no compassion, no sensitivity, no nothing. If I did not feed my dog, my neighbors would report me and an authority would cite me. We, the people must tell Congress to find the national debt paybacks somewhere else.”
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Summer Safety Tips Summer is a great time for family friendly outdoor activities: bicycling, swimming, hiking, and more. However there are important safety tips to remember to keep your family safe. Pool Safety A very popular activity to beat the heat is swimming. However the risk of injury or drowning is always present. Never leave children unattended by adults in or near a pool or spa, even for a moment. Consider using swim vests for young children to allow them to feel comfortable in the water and learn how to swim. CPR For the unforeseen circumstances, knowing Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) can literally save lives. And it has become easier than ever to learn. The American Heart Association says it is not necessary to provide breathing as a part of CPR. They determined that chest compressions at the rate of 100 times per minute provide better recovery rates than compression and breathing. Rural Metro, the county’s emergency ambulance provider, is giving free handsonly CPR training for residents and community members. The training only takes about 15 minutes and is very easy. If you or your organization is interested, please call Rural/Metro at 408-645-7310 or email monica .gomez@rmetro. com. Helmet for Minors
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In California, minors are required by law to wear helmets when riding bicycles, scooters, skateboards and roller skates. While not required, it is also highly recommended for adults to wear helmets when riding. Not only does it offer protection, but it also provides a good example to follow. The cost of a bicycle helmet is minimal compared to what could happen if you
cool. If you don’t have air conditioning at home, there are many public spaces that have air conditioning such as shopping malls and public libraries. Dave Cortese Supervisor, District 3
are in an accident without wearing one. Heat Exposure The Bay Area is very fortunate to have a relatively mild climate, but occasionally it does get hot. It is important to be mindful of its negative effects, particularly for children, pets and the elderly. Never leave children or pets unattended in cars as the temperature inside can rise to dangerous levels very quickly even when it is mild outside. If you need to be outdoors, quality sunscreen that protects against both UVA and UVB rays can help reduce damage. Physical barriers such as hats, sunglasses and long sleeved shirts can also protect your skin. The most important habit to form on hot days is to stay hydrated and stay
Fire safety The summer is a great time to visit the county’s great parks and trails. Unfortunately it is also peak fire season. If you are in an area that allows campfires, do not leave them unattended. Be sure they are completely extinguished before leaving the campsite or turning in for the night. There is no smoking in county parks; therefore there shouldn’t be any concern about lit cigarettes causing wildfires. But if you are in an area that allows smoking, completely extinguish any matches and cigarettes and dispose of them in proper containers. Cigarettes are notorious for causing wildfires. If you would like more information on any of these tips, please contact me at 408-299-5030 or dave.cortese@bos.sccgov.org. Steve Blomquist contributed to this article.
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Alicia Carvajal, housing counselor, Legal Aid Society of Santa Clara County, adressing the crowd.
Organizing gets results On June 29, the Housing Authority of the County of Santa Clara (HACSC) submitted a revised Moving to Work Plan that removed its controversial proposed “rent reform”. The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) immediately approved the revised plan.
ants argued that since their incomes had not increased, and since prices of food, gasoline, and other necessities were all going up, there was no way they could afford a rent increase as well. Seniors and disabled felt especially targeted since they were already affected by budget cuts coming from Sacramento.
“Rent reform” was dropped after repeated protests by tenants and housing advocates, because it would have raised rents for many of the poorest residents of Silicon Valley. Ten-
In spite of this good news, some tenants cautioned that we dare not relax our vigilance. The HUD letter to HACSC pointed out that it expected them to draw up a new rent reform proposal
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in the coming year. Tenants must actively participate in this process if they hope to prevent rent increases in the future. Finally, regardless of the outcome of the November election, the Federal government is preparing a “fiscal cliff” this winter to justify cruel cuts to housing, health care, and other basic human services. Tenants need to ORGANIZE NOW if they want to prevent further cuts in housing and all the other programs they need to survive. Call (408) 691-6153 if you want to get involved.
Lago Cunningham Parque para Patinar Regional recibe $10,000 SAN JOSE, CA
Lago Cunningham Parque para Patinar Regional ha sido galardonado con $10,000 ‘Vivir Positivamente’ donación de Coca-Cola. Rose Herrera, la Concejal de la Ciudad de San José que representa la zona del Parque Lago Cunningham, se unió a los administradores del parque y el Save Our Skate Park, grupo de usuarios, para recibir la generosa donación al inicio de la gira de Tony Hawk el 15 de julio. “El éxito de las alian-
zas que hemos creado para ayudar a mantener nuestro parque de patinaje abierto y con personal ha sido enorme”, afirma concejal Herrera, “Estoy encantada de que nuestros socios sin fines de lucro se unieron en apoyo de la compañía Coca-Cola para reconocer el impacto positivo de las actividades al aire libre, la familia, tales como el patinaje y el ciclismo en nuestra comunidad”. Inaugurado en 2008, Lake Cunningham Regional Parque de Patinaje enfrentado los recortes presu-
puestarios que amenazaban a la financiación para mantener el parque de patinaje libre y con personal. Trabajando con el Save Our Skate Park grupo de padres y agencias de la comunidad, como First Five de Condado de Santa Clara, The Health Trust, and Valley Medical Center Foundation, la concejal Herrera informa ahora que el parque se ha convertido en la esquina de los esfuerzos de marketing y se encuentra en recuperación de costos.
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¿Por qué se necesita un testamento para medios sociales?
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Se calcula que más de la mitad de los estadounidenses adultos no tienen redactado un testamento que indique la forma en que se distribuirán sus bienes después de su muerte. Muchos menos se han preocupado por designar a alguien para que tome decisiones financieras y de salud en su nombre si ellos no pueden hacerlo. Y ahora podemos agregar otro documento legal que también es necesario, pero que probablemente se pase por alto: un testamento para los medios sociales. Así es –en esta era del correo electrónico, cuentas protegidas con contraseñas, y sitios de medios sociales como Facebook y LinkedIn, el Gobierno estadounidense ha señalado recientemente por qué es importante que las personas dejen instrucciones sobre cómo desean que se manejen sus identidades en Internet después de su muerte. El blog del gobierno, www.usa.gov, recomienda designar a algún familiar o amigo de confianza para actuar como su “albacea de internet”, que asuma la responsabilidad de cerrar sus cuentas de correo electrónico, perfiles de los medios sociales y blogs después de su muerte. Esto se podría anexar fácilmente a su testamento, si es que tiene uno. Las acciones sugeridas que lo ayudarán a redactar su testamento para medios sociales son: • Leer las políticas de privacidad y los términos y condiciones de cada sitio web de los que participe. • Especificar cómo desea que se manejen sus perfiles. Tal vez desee que se cancelen por completo o que se mantengan para que sus amigos y familiares los visiten y compartan sus pensamientos. Algunos sitios permiten que sus herederos creen un perfil de conmemoración en el que los demás puedan seguir viendo su perfil pero no publicar nada nuevo. • Dar a su albacea para medios sociales un listado
de todos los sitios web en los que tenga un perfil, junto con sus nombres de usuario y contraseñas. • Establecer en su testamento que se debe entregar a su albacea de Internet una copia de su certificado de defunción, ya que puede necesitarlo como comprobante para que los sitios web realicen acciones en su nombre. Y yo haría una cosa más, y sugiero que usted también lo haga: dejar instrucciones para poder acceder a sus dispositivos y cuentas protegidas con contraseñas, incluyendo computadoras, teléfonos celulares, y cuentas bancarias en línea. Lo último que quisiera es que sus dolidos deudos tengan que tratar de adivinar los nombres de usuario y contraseñas de sus cuentas. Si usted ha estado evitando hacer un testamento o alguno de estos otros documentos, aquí va un buen motivador: Si bien los testamentos no son obligatorios, si no tiene uno al momento de su muerte, el estado decidirá cómo se distribuirán sus bienes. Del mismo modo, si usted no ha otorgado un poder a otra persona para que maneje sus asuntos financieros y de salud, alguna otra persona—y no necesariamente la persona que usted desea—tomará las decisiones financieras y de salud por usted, si usted
no puede hacerlo a causa de un accidente o enfermedad. Estas son algunas de las cosas que pueden salir mal si no da a conocer sus deseos: • El tribunal testamentario puede retener sus bienes y esto puede generar costosos cargos. • Como el estado suele otorgar los bienes hereditarios a los cónyuges supérstites, hijos y otros familiares, sus amigos y entidades benéficas favoritas podrían quedarse sin nada. • Sin un testamento, el estado decide quién cuida a los hijos menores de edad cuyos padres han fallecido. • Tal vez no se respeten sus preferencias en cuanto a, por ejemplo, los procedimientos para mantenerlo con vida o las instrucciones para su funeral. Los documentos más importantes que pueden evitar estas situaciones son: un testamento, un fideicomiso en vida revocable, poderes notariales para cuestiones financieras y de salud, y un testamento en vida. En la era de Internet, seguramente su legado continuará vivo por mucho tiempo después de su muerte. Hágale un favor a su familia y ahórreles el problema de tener que lidiar con estos temas ocupándose de ellos ahora.
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SJ GI Forum’s 40th Annual Scholarship Awards Hilbert Morales El Observador
The 40th Annual Scholarship Awards Banquet, sponsored by the San Jose GI Forum Scholarship Foundation, happened on July 12, at Mexico Lindo Restaurant in San Jose. About 80 individuals attended including recipients, proud parents, foundation board members, former California Assembly member Joe Coto, and other special guests who were welcomed and introduced by M.C. Jesse Rizzo. Former ‘Commander’ Mario Sanchez led the ‘Pledge of Allegiance’ followed by Hilbert Morales, who, before reciting the prayer of St. Francis of Assisi, asked those present for a moment of meditative silence for all our troops in the Mideast. A buffet dinner followed. Moving the scheduled
program right along, Letetia Rodriguez, President of this non-profit foundation established in 1973, introduced its current board members. These include V.P. Rebecca Campos, Treasurer Marie De La Cruz, Rose Flores, Rosa Campos, Mario Sanchez, Jesse Rizzo, Dolores Marquez, Esau Herrera, and Hilbert Morales. V.P. Rebecca Campos introduced the keynote speaker, the Honorable Judge Adoralida (Dora) Padilla, Worker’s Compensation Appeal Board, San Jose District Office. Judge Padilla eloquently described her personal journey which included graduation from a local ESUHSD high school, part time attendance at local community colleges, and attendance at Lincoln Law School where she earned her law degree. The Judge presented a Latina role model case which was poi-
Treasurer Marie De La Cruz informed all about the need to ‘stay in touch’, keep the foundation informed regarding which college was being attended, and wished all students well in their academic efforts.
(Left to right) Arturo Osorio Solano, Amairani Jimenez Guzman, Maria Mandujano, Cynthia Garcia, Sandra Rosas, Xiomara Garcia, and Jesse Landaverde were recipients of $1,000 scholarships.
gnant at those times when her personal perseverance in attainment of her goal was presented simply and directly. Board members Rosa Campos, Rose Flores, Esau Herrera and Dolores Marquez presented $1,000 scholarship awards to:
Cynthia Garcia, Xiomara Garcia, Amairani Jimenez Guzman, Jesse Landaverde, Arturo Osorio Solano, Maria Mandujano, and Sandra Rosas. One of these scholarships was sponsored by Mrs. Anita Campos with Rebecca Campos making the ‘family presentation’ from the Dan Campos Me-
morial Fund. In each case, the scholarship presentation was made to the student and his parents who were asked to accompany their son/daughter to the podium. Parents were all appropriately recognized for their consistent support of their children as future scholars.
Board member Hilbert Morales noted that the sources of money for these scholarship awards come from local professionals, small businesses, memorial funds (Dan Campos & Aye Dios Mio Fund), local community organizations such as the National Hispanic Scholarship Foundation of Silicon Valley (Ron Gonzales, Exec. Dir.) and Hispanic Development Corporation (David Sandate, President). Morales noted that this was a very good development because it was the community revealing its care and concern for supportive development of its own youth as future professionals and community leaders.
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These everyday dishes have been given a delicious Mex-Over by Ortega and Sandra Lee. Your family will love how good they taste, and you’ll love how simple they are to prepare. For more delicious Ortega Mex-Over recipes, visit www.ortega.com or www.Facebook.com/ OrtegaTacos.
sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, chopped tomatoes and sour cream Brown beef; drain. Stir in water and seasoning mix. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, 5 to 6 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Spread refried beans on each tostada shell. Top with some
open. Serve warm with taco sauce. Tip: To satisfy every appetite, feel free to substitute frozen turkey, chicken or veggie burgers for hamburgers. Taco Lasagna Prep Time: 25 minutes / Cook Time: 1 hour Makes 4 to 6 servings 1 pound lean ground beef
Prep Time: 10 minutes / Start to Finish: 1 hour Makes 8 wraps 2 packets (1.25 ounces each) Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix, divided
1 cup water
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup frozen chopped onion
4 frozen hamburger patties (4 to 6 ounces each), thawed
1 packet (1.25 ounces) Ortega 40% Less Sodium Taco Seasoning Mix 1 can (4 ounces) Ortega Fire Roasted Diced Green Chiles 1 container (16 ounces) ricotta cheese
1 cup water
2 eggs, lightly beaten
8 8 -inch Ortega Whole Wheat
1/4 c up chopped fresh cilantro (plus more for garnish optional) 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes 1 jar (16 ounces) Ortega Thick & Chunky Medium Salsa 1/4 c up Ortega Thick & Smooth Mild Taco Sauce
Mexican Pizza Prep Time: 15 minutes / Cook Time: 10 minutes Makes 10 servings 1/2 p ound (8 ounces) ground beef
1 box (12 count) Ortega Yellow Corn Taco Shells or Whole Grain Corn Taco Shells 3 cups Mexican blend shredded cheese
3/4 cup water 1p ackage (1.25 ounces) Ortega Taco Seasoning Mix 1 c an (16 ounces) Ortega Refried Beans 1p ackage Ortega Tostada Shells 2 c ups (8 ounces) shredded nacho and taco blend cheese Shredded lettuce, sliced olives,
meat mixture and some cheese. Broil for 1 to 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Garnish with desired toppings. Mexican Whole Wheat Snack Wraps
Soft Tortillas 1 large tomato, sliced 1 cup shredded lettuce 1 cup (4 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
In medium skillet over medium-high heat, brown ground beef, stirring often. Drain fat. Add water, taco seasoning, green chiles, and onion. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
Ortega Taco Sauce, any variety
In medium bowl, stir together ricotta cheese, eggs and cilantro.
Combine 1 packet seasoning mix and mayonnaise; mix well. Set aside.
In second medium bowl, stir together tomatoes, salsa and taco sauce.
Place hamburger patties in small casserole dish. Combine water and remaining 1 packet seasoning mix; pour over hamburgers. Cover; marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Preheat grill until piping hot, about 15 minutes. Remove meat from marinade; discard marinade. Place on grill; cook to desired doneness. Remove from grill; cut hamburgers in half. Spread taco mayonnaise on tortillas. Place 1 hamburger half on top half of each tortilla. Add tomato, lettuce and cheese. Fold bottom half of tortilla over filling; fold sides toward center, leaving top
In a deep 9 x 13-inch baking dish, spread one-quarter of sauce on bottom of dish. Place layer of corn taco shells into pan. Top with one-half of ricotta mixture, one-half ground beef, 1 cup shredded cheese, one-quarter sauce, and another tortilla. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients. Top final layer with shells, sauce and cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 15 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand 10 minutes before slicing. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
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HEALTH
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Una nueva ley está mejorando el acceso al cuidado de salud NAPSM
La nueva ley del cuidado de salud incluye unas provisiones que ayudan a personas con cáncer y quienes tienen mayor riesgo de desarrollar cáncer a obtener atención médica de calidad mas fácilmente y en forma mas accesible. La ley también incluye medidas importantes que ayudarán a mejorar el sistema de atención de salud para los hispanos y personas afectadas por el cáncer en forma desproporcionada. Alrededor del 50 por ciento de las muertes por cáncer son prevenibles, sin embargo, muchas personas sin seguro o con insuficiente cobertura, retrasan o no se realizan pruebas de seguimiento debido al costo. Estudios realizados por la Sociedad Americana Contra el
Cáncer demostraron que las personas sin seguro tienen una mayor probabilidad de ser diagnosticados con cáncer en etapas avanzadas y de fallecer como consecuencia. Mejorar el acceso al cuidado de salud de calidad asegurará que todos podrán obtener atención médica que necesitan. Las provisiones de la Ley de Atención Médica Asequible (Affordable Care Act) proporcionan a las personas con cáncer y sus familias mejor acceso al cuidado que necesitan y cuando lo necesitan. Por ejemplo: •Los nuevos planes de seguro en cada estado proporcionan cobertura a personas sin seguro médico por más de seis meses y que tienen una condición preexistente como el cáncer. •Los planes de salud ya
no pueden establecer límites de por vida en el pago de cobertura que pueden en forma repentina obligar al paciente asumir los gastos de atención médica que podrían salvarle la vida. •La cobertura está garantizada y los gastos de bolsillo han sido eliminados en nuevos planes de seguro para servicios comprobados de prevención y detección temprana como mamografías, colonoscopías y exá menes Pap. Los planes de salud no pueden negarle la cobertura a niños menores de 19 años con condiciones preexistentes como el cáncer y, a partir del 2014, los planes no podrán rechazar a ninguna persona que tenga condiciones preexistentes. •Ahora los niños podrán permanecer en la póliza de seguro de sus padres hasta los 26 años de edad.
Consejos sencillos para tener un estilo de vida más saludable GobiernoUSA.gov
• Comer cinco frutas y verduras al día. Las frutas y verduras son fuentes importantes de vitaminas esenciales para personas de cualquier edad, y además ayudan a regular el peso. Son más fáciles de incorporar a la dieta de los niños cuando se mezclan con otras comidas (broccoli en el arroz o verduras en el sándwich). Pero también se pueden combinar y hacer un jugo nutritivo. • Preparar comidas bajas en grasas y azúcares. Para tener un estilo de vida sano hay que comprar productos como leche, yogurt y queso bajos en grasas, y
cereales u otros productos con bajo contenido de azúcar. Además se recomienda hornear o asar la comida en lugar de freírla o usar aceite vegetal o de oliva en lugar de manteca. • Servir bocadillos saludables. Siempre es una buena idea tener bocadillos saludables preparados para los niños, incluyendo zanahorias cortadas y fruta fresca picada como fresas o manzanas. • Cuidar el tamaño de las porciones. Una sugerencia es servir platos más pequeños para los niños y no obligarlos a terminar toda la comida si ya están satisfechos.
• Apagar la televisión y salir a jugar. Las computadoras, tabletas electrónicas y los teléfonos inteligentes ofrecen entretenimiento a toda hora. Para aumentar la actividad física hay que guardar estos aparatos y salir al parque o a andar en bicicleta, correr o caminar. Los niños deberían participar en actividades físicas moderadas por un total de 60 minutos al día. •Dormir lo suficiente. Dormir es esencial para un estilo de vida saludable. Los niños menores de cinco años necesitan dormir 11 horas por día, los niños entre 5 y 10 años, 10 horas por día; y los niños mayores de 10 años nueve horas por día.
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Una nueva ley está mejorando el acceso al cuidado de salud. •Los planes de salud están prohíbidos de cancelar la cobertura debido a que una persona se ha enfermado. •Los servicios preventivos son gratuitos para los pacientes inscritos en Medicare, quienes además pueden obtener una visita gratuita de chequeo de bienestar anual y además recibir un plan de prevención personalizado. La ley también ayudará a las personas que enfrentan obstáculos para obtener atención médica mediante el:
•Financiamiento de centros de salud comunitarios que se encuentran en lugares donde la obtención de atención médica es difícil; así, más personas obtendrán el cuidado que necesitan. •Mejorar la manera en que se determina y se utiliza información sobre raza, etnicidad, género, idioma y nivel de discapacidad. Esto es imprescindible si pretendemos aprender más sobre las barreras enfrentadas por algunos grupos y así poder encontrar la mejor manera de disminuirlos.
•Aumentar a partir del 2014 la cobertura de Medicaid para incluir aquellos adultos cuyos ingresos sobrepasan por lo menos en un tercio el índice oficial de pobreza impuesto por el gobierno federal; de esta manera, más personas podrán obtener atención preventiva y tratamiento médico. ACS CAN, la entidad afiliada a la Sociedad Americana Contra el Cáncer está dedicada a asegurar que estos progresos se lleven a cabo en forma que beneficiarán a las personas con cáncer y a sus familias.
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COMMUNITY Cinthia Rodriguez El Observador
Cavalia returns to the Bay Area for the second time. In 2010, the great horse show was in San Francisco, now it will be in San Jose until the second week of August. Before arriving in the states, the horses and their riders toured Mexico City and across Europe. It’s a show that has lights, projections, dancers, acrobats, horses, and live musicians but the first thing you notice is the smell of hay. Everything happens inside a giant white tent that you can see at the intersection of the US-101 and CA-87. That said, I want to add that guests should try to arrive early because you can get stuck in traffic. I learned that opening night, which was July 18. The concept of Cavalia is about the relationship between humans and horses. It also explains the role humans play in the horses lives. It is a tremendous production with more than 30 artists and 48 horses participating in 11 different races. The stage was decorated with horses, the kind that children receive as gifts ,only to be knocked down by real, live horses. The beginning of the show is a very profound moment shared with the audience through a projection. I will not say more than that because I do not want to spoil the moment. But I can share that there’s a feeling of excitement, of discovery and you can really understand the one on one relationship that people have worked for with their four-legged animals. “There’s no need to be fond of horses because this is magical. It’s like a dream with horses but it is real,” said Laura Baubry, trick rider for Cavalia. As a child, Baubry remembers loving horses. No one in her family rides, but she recalls that at three years of age she was crazy about them. She always found time to remind her mother that she wanted to
EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com ride and received her first lesson at six. She has been working for Cavalia for two and a half years, where the public can see her being part of ‘Carousel’ with Nacarado II a pure Spanish bred horse.
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Relationship between horses and humans explored
The opening act, after intermission, really puts you back in the show. The audience can obtain an understanding that horses are serene mammals, considering the backdrop where they trot along. “When I saw the show for the first time I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life,” said Baubry. The trick rider first saw the show six years ago. She then decided that she wanted to be part of Cavalia and started her training. Three years later she began her dream of working with horses that she had had since childhood. “It gives me a lot of adrenaline because I cannot fail because there are many people looking at me. It’s amazing to be doing this performance,” explained Baubry. She even does aerial tricks on her horse Ole, a Quarter horse that moves at a gallop. That particular breed can go very quickly in a short time. She loves the mentality of her co-worker-it is something very precious to her.
A rider and an aerialist in Cavalia which arrived in San Jose July 18. Photo Credit: Frédéric Chéhu.
The public also has the opportunity to see how tame horses can be, as well as how smart and exceptional they are. The show captures the original beauty and the presence of the horse in its entirety. And what kind of spectacle would be, of such caliber like Cavalia, without some acrobats doing crazy tricks? Well don’t worry, there’s plenty of that. Not only do they manage to do stunts on horses but also in the air and with trampolines. There are moments of suspense and fun. “It’s for the whole family, people of all ages, especially children, who love to watch horses on stage,” said Baubry.
Cavalia performer Julien Beaugnon with paint horse Junior show off their tricks.
Roman rider Fairland Ferguson.
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Relación entre caballos y seres humanos explorado
Jinetas y sus caballos en Cavalia, ya en San Jose. Foto por: Lynne Glazer. Cinthia Rodriguez El Observador
Cavalia regresa al área de la bahía por segunda vez. En el 2010, el gran espectáculo de caballos se presento en San Francisco, ahora estará en San José hasta le segunda semana de agosto. Antes de llegar a los Estados Unidos, los caballos y sus jinetes terminaron su gira en Europa y en la Ciudad de México. Es un espectáculo que tiene luces, proyecciones, bailarinas, acróbatas, caballos, y músicos en vivo, sin embargo lo primero que se nota es el olor a paja. Todo pasa dentro de una carpa blanca gigantesca que se puede mirar cruzando el US-101 y CA-87. Dicho eso, quiero añadir trate de llegar temprano porque te puedes quedar atascado en el trafico. Yo aprendí eso la noche del estreno, que fue el 18 de julio. El concepto de Cavalia es sobre la relación entre los humanos y los caballos, también explica cómo es estar en la vida de ellos. Es una producción tremenda realizada por más de 30 artistas y 48 caballos de 11 razas distintas. El escenario estaba adornado con caballitos, de esos que los niños reciben como regalos solo para ser derribados por unos de carne y hueso. Al comienzo de la función se comparte un momento muy profundo a través de una proyección.
No diré más que eso porque no quiero echar a perder ese momento. Pero si quiero compartir que se siente la emoción de descubrimiento y se puede realmente entender la relación uno con otro, de las personas que han trabajado entro ellos y sus animales de cuatro patas. “No hace falta que les gusten los caballos a la gente porque esto es mágico, es como un sueño a caballo que si es verdad”, dijo Laura Baubry, jinete de truco para Cavalia. Baubry recuerda que de niña siempre le encantaban los caballos. Nadie en su familia monta pero recuerda que desde los tres años estaba loca por ellos. Siempre le recordaba a su mama que quería montar y a los seis años empezó. Ha estado trabajando con Cavalia por dos años y medio donde el público la puede ver ser parte del ‘carrusel’ con Nacarado II de raza pura española. El acto de apertura después del intermedio realmente te pone de vuelta en el show. Se obtiene un entendimiento de que los caballos son mamíferos serenos teniendo en cuenta el telón de fondo a lo largo de donde trotan. “Cuando vi el espectáculo por primera vez no sabía lo que quería ser con mi vida”, dijo Baubry. La jineta primero vio el
espectáculo hace seis años, así mismo decidió que ella quería ser parte de Cavalia. Empezó su entrenamiento para después realizar su sueño de trabajar con caballos que tuvo desde su niñez. “Me da mucha adrenalina porque no puedo fallar, porque hay mucha gente que esta mirándome pero es increíble estar haciendo esta actuación”, explico Baubry. Ella incluso hace figuras acrobáticas sobre su caballo Ole de raza Cuarto Milla que se mueve a galope. Esta raza en especial puede ir muy rápidamente en poco tiempo. A ella le fascina la mentalidad de su compañero de trabajo, se le hace algo muy precioso. El público tiene la oportunidad de ver que tan dóciles son los caballos pueden ver además lo inteligente y excepcional que son en naturaleza. El show igualmente captura la belleza original y la presencia del caballo en su totalidad. Y que sería un espectáculo de la calibre de Cavalia sin algunos acróbatas haciendo trucos locos, no se preocupe, si lo hay. No solo lo logran sobre caballos además los realizan en el aire y con trampolines. Hay momentos de suspenso y diversión. “Es para toda la familia, para todas las edades, especialmente para los niños que les encanta ver a los caballos moverse en el escenario”, dijo Baubry.
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ARTS & CULTURE
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Starr Continues to Shine
For more information on Aki Starr (above) visit his website at www.akistarr.com or go to iTunes or Spotify to purchase his singles.
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Entertaining people has been Aki Starr’s passion since his early teens, when he performed as a break dancer on Powell Street in his hometown of San Francisco. He is known internationally as a 5 star threat for his singing, songwriting, producing, acting and modeling. Starr’s Pop music has been featured in popular TV shows. He is an accomplished actor, appearing as Cesar Chavez in the highly acclaimed musical adaptation of Cesar’s life in ‘Let the Eagle Fly’. The Bay Area has been a big influence in Aki’s musical career as the lead singer of Jorge Santana’s (Carlos’ younger brother) Latin Rock band, Malo. From 2004-2011, Starr toured with Malo. “Jorge’s band is known for their hit “Suavecito” and I was the youngest lead singer that the band had ever had,” Starr says. “It was an exciting time for me
JULY 20 - JULY 26, 2012 and an honor to perform with such great musicans.” Starr’s most recent project with Jorge Santana is ‘Gracias Madrecita’ released in 2011. Starr will tour with Jorge Santana again in 2013. Other musical influences include Stevie Wonder and Boys to Men. During the height of the Freestyle musical era in the mid ’90s, he was a singer with Warner Bros group Spanish Fly. San Jose became known as the Freestyle capitol of the West Coast in the early ’90s and Spanish Fly performed frequently at local venues but became recognized as a Billboard 100 and internationally acclaimed Freestyle group quickly. Starr now owns his own record label, Renegade, and recently released his first single “The Closer I Get To You”, which is a remake of Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway’s classic love ballad from 1977. Starr will be releasing a Spanish version of the song shortly. The sin-
gle is getting international radio and club play in North America, Europe, Asia, South and Latin America. “Today teens are listening to dubstep dance music and I wanted to capture that energy with this song,” Starr says. Starr added that the song, being played throughout the world in place like Brazil, Russia and Italy, is receiving great reviews in those countries. “Now I’m currently working hard to promote the song in the states, especially on the West Coast , by visiting several of the Top 40 stations across the country,” Starr says. On Saturday July 21, Starr will perform with TLC and Sister Sledge in the “Gone But Not Forgotten” Mega Concert in San Jose. “This will be the first time I perform with TLC without Left Eye,” Starr says. “I am really looking forward to this event to showcase my current single.”
Most Seniors Prefer To ‘Age In Place’ SPM Wire
Senior citizens are increasingly eschewing assisted living, senior communities and nursing homes in favor of living at home as they age. Approximately 90 percent want to remain in their own homes as long as possible, according to the AARP. However, while staying home allows for comfort and independence, the prospect of facing emergencies alone can be scary. Seniors should consider personal emergency alert systems such as Life Alert. Such devices are worn as necklaces or wristbands, and seniors can contact emergency services by simply pressing a button. To get Life Alert, call 1-800-428-8927. Having an easy way to get help can help seniors feel more confident aging in place.
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style.
The Ugly Truth
Juan Carlos Miranda Special to El Observador
The other day I was going through my closet, trying to rearrange all the boxes of shoes I have stashed
in there meticulously. Seriously, I have a ton of them so I have to be clever about it—and I came across a pair I haven’t used in years. I couldn’t believe I still
had them after all these years. They were still in great condition—since I’ve always liked to take care of my shoes—but it suddenly dawned on me, these shoes would never come back in
Aprovecha el verano con momentos de diversión donde quiera que vayas ARA
Perez Hilton, blogger de celebridades y aficionado a la música, platica sobre los detalles de cómo cada uno puede sacar el máximo provecho de este verano. A continuación se presentan algunas ideas. • “Disfruta de los festivales y conciertos al aire libre. Echa un vistazo a los sitios web locales de eventos en busca de conciertos gratuitos en su área. Estos eventos gratuitos son a menudo el mejor lugar para ver, hasta grandes y prometedores artistas y bandas.” • “Hacer una lista de reproducción con las canciones del verano que dan ganas de levantarse y bailar. “Call Me Maybe” por Carly Rae Jepsen y “ Payphone” de Maroon 5 son canciones que sin duda estarán en mi lista de reproducción mucho en estos próximos meses”. • “Amplifica diversión llevando música a la playa, la piscina, o donde el sol se
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puede tomar. Es fácil escuchar tu lista de música este verano con la lata de altavoz de Pringles. Simplemente conecte la especialidad de diseño de altavoces a la parte superior de la lata vacía de Pringles, y conectarlo a un reproductor personal de MP3 o dispositivo de música similar. Hace escuchar la música divertida y deliciosa. • “No hay que esperar para una ocasión especial o unas vacaciones para organizar una guateque. Prenda la parrilla e invita a todos los que conozca a una gran fiesta. Dile a los invitados que traigan su plato favorito
y algo único para mostrar su personalidad.” • “Tome un viaje por carretera épica a un estado vecino, o en todo Estados Unidos. Los destinos disponibles son infinitos. Busca tesoros escondidos, y asegúrese de empacar una cámara para tomar fotos de una vez en-la-vida. • “Hay que aprovecharse de las altas temperaturas y ser activos al aire libre. Me encanta caminar y andar en bicicleta para conseguir las endorfinas. Averigüe que ligas de verano están disponibles en su comunidad y unase con los amigos.”
I have never been shy about recognizing that many straight men don’t have a clue about style. What looks good to them might be blurred together with what is comfortable, easy to get, and cheap; not that some of the really cool, current styles are not affordable, but you do have to spend a little time and effort in finding them. A white tee, jeans and tennis shoes, although cool and comfortable, are not exactly the correct outfit to wear for every occasion, let alone wearing the same pair of dress shoes for the past ten years. Quite often, while walking downtown I see many business men all suited up, looking dapper at first glance, that is until I see
the type of shoes they’re wearing-- Short, square toe shoes. Words can’t describe how I feel when this happens. Short square toe shoes have not been in style since last decade and they sure don’t have a place in this one. They are short, boxy, and they make your feet look like a duck’s beak. I find it in poor taste for men, who want to look their best, to not pay attention to what they’re putting on their feet. If they are putting all the effort in trying to look good, they might as well do it right. The way I think about shoes is as an investment. Dress the part and do it right. If you want to look like a professional, then dress like a professional, but make sure the shoes
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you’re wearing are from this century. If you want to dress up for an important occasion but don’t know what’s hot right now, then make the effort and do some research. Get on your computer and Google it, or simply grab a magazine like GQ, Details, OUT, or El Observador newspaper and take a look at what is trending and spend a little money getting there. Don’t just assume that your old high school prom shoes will still look good with everything because chances are that just like your style, they have stayed in 1999. As for my outdated pair of shoes, let’s just say the Good Will will be happy.
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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 567265 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Kamilah’s Check Cashing, 459 S. Capitol Ave Suite # 2, San Jose, CA 95127, Santa Clara Co. Isamar Y. Camberos Gonzalez, 321 S. 20th Street, San Jose, CA 95116. This business is conducted by an individual registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Isamar Y. Camberos Gonzalez July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 07/13/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566966 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Bravo! House of enchiladas, 1075 Tully Road Unit H, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara Co. David Orozco, 1222 Hopeton Ct., San Jose, CA 95122, Pedro G. Orozco, 1222 Hopeton Ct., San Jose, CA 95122 This business is conducted by copartners registrants has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) David Orozco July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 07/05/12. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV228691 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Amira Abdallah Salah, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Amir Abdallah Salah has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Amir Mohamud Abdullahi to Amir Mohamud Mohamed. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/16/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 18, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 10, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV228527 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Liem Thanh Nguyen & Son Thanh Nguyen, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Liem Thanh Nguyen & Thanh Nguyen have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Dan Truc Nguyen to Trucdan Nguyen. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/23/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 17, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 10, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV228490 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ramiro Damian and Janes Herrera, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Ramiro Damian and James Herrra have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Leslie Herrera to Leslie Damian-Herrera. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/16/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation,
printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 16, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 10, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV228482 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Zheng Liu and Lina Qiu, 440 Maureen Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Zheng Liu and Lina Qiu have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Isabelle Yu-Tong Liu to Yu-Tong Liu. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/16/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 16, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 10, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV228402 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Andrew McClure, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Andrew McClure has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Andrew Mead McClure to Andi Mead McClure. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/16/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 13, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 10, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV228384 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Hong Cheng, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Hong Cheng has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Melody Cheng to Sarah Cheng THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/16/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 13, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 20, 27; Aug. 03, 10, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 567224 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Kamilah’s Check Cashing, 459 S. Capitol Ave Suite # 2, San Jose, CA 95127, Santa Clara Co. Isamar Y. Camberos Gonzalez, 4249 Santa Susana Way, San Jose, CA 95111. This business is conducted by an individual registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Isamar Y. Camberos Gonzalez July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 07/12/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 567066 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Chivero de Zicuran, 1199 S. King Road Unit 20, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara Co. Cindy C. Arreola, 3258 Arthur Ave, San Jose, CA 95127. This business is conducted by an individual registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I
EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Cindy Arreola July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 07/09/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566464 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Silicon Valley Compucycle, SVC, 1096 Pecten Ct., Milpitas, CA 95035, Santa Clara Co. SVC Asset Management Inc., 1096 PectenCt., Milpitas, CA 95035. This business is conducted by a corporation registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 05/01/2012. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) SVC Asset Management Inc. Rodney Wang/CFO July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/21/12. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227941 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Dung Hiep Luc, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Dung Hiep Luc has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Dung Hiep Luc to Justin Hiep Luc. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/09/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 06, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227914 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jojo B. Santa MIna, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Jojo B. Santa Mina has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jojo Borromeo Santa Mina to Reynaldo Borromero Santa Mina Jr.. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/09/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 06, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227888 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Anh Tuan Tran, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Anh Tuan Tran has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Anh Tuan Tran to Damien Isaac Tran. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/02/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 06, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227718 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Dan Cary Chao & Stephanie Chao, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Dan Cary Chao & Stephanie Chao has filed a peti-
tion for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Frank Chao to Matthew David Chao. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 09/25/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 03, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227564 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Mudiyappa Madikeshwar & Madhavi Madikeshwar, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Mudiyappa Madikeshwar & Madhavi Madikeshwar have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Shreyas Mudiyappa Madikeshwar to Shreyas Madikeshwar. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/02/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. June 29, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV217209 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Chev Chan, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Chev Chan has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Chev Chan to Jun Chev Chan. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 09/04/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. June 06, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV224526 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Miguel Angel Castro Martinez & Carmen Olmedo Aguirre, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Miguel Angel Castro & Carmen Olmedo Aguirre have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. (first) Miguel (middle) Angel (last) Castro to (first) Miguel (middle) Angel (last) Castro-Olmedo. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 8/14/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. May 15, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 13, 20, 27; Aug. 03, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 565776 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Mario’s Jewelry, 302 Willow Street, San Jose, CA 95110, Santa Clara Co. Mario Quezada, 1194 Clayburn Lane, San Jose, CA 95121. This business is conducted by an individual registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this state-
ment is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Mario Quezada July 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/06/12. STATEMENT OF ABA DONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILE NO. 565775 The following person(s) has/have abandoned the use of the fictitious business name(s). The information given below is as it appeared on the fictitious business name statement that was filed at the County Clerk-Recorder’s office. Mario’s Jewelry, 302 Willow Street, San Jose, CA 95110. Filed in Santa Clara County on 12/01/10 under file no. 545277. Maria Elena Murillo, 1194 Clayburn Lane, San Jose, CA 95121. This business was conducted by an individual. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct ( A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Maria Elena Murillo July 06, 13, 20, 27 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/06/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566756 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Anns Building Maintenance Service, 313 Brokaw Rd., Santa Clara, CA 95050, Santa Clara Co. Jay Ann 313 Brokaw Rd., Santa Clara, CA 95050. This business is conducted by an individual registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Jay Ann July 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/28/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566729 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, F & N Consulting c/o David Hofmann, 60 S. Market St. Suite 1400 San Jose, CA 95113, Santa Clara Co. Frank Fiscalini, 1135 S. Genevieve Lane, San Jose, CA 95128, Timothy R. Nieuwsma, 21400 Tiara Grande Ct., San Jose, CA 95120. This business is conducted by a joint venture registrants have not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Timothy R. Nieuwsma July 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/28/12. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227742 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Phyu Phyu Win Shwe, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Phyu Phyu Win Shwe has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jennifer Myat Thiwai Maung to Lu Ann Visaka Shwa. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/03/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 03, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227675 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Zhaobin Cheng, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Zhaobin Cheng has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Zhaobin Cheng to (first) Robin (middle) Zhaobin (last) Cheng. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/02/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a
week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 03, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227578 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Mary Elizabeth Demianova, Sergey Alexandrovich Demianov & Marina Adolfovna Demianova, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Mary Elizabeth Demianova, Marina Adolfovna Demianova & Sergey Alexandrovich Demianov have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Mary Elizabeth Demianova to May Elizabeth Demiani b. Marina Adolfovna Demianova to Marina Demiani c. Serguei Alexandrovich Demianov aka Sergey Demianov aka Sergio Demiani to Nini Demiani THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 10/02/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. July 02, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227492 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Sidronio Arcenio Gomez Gabriel, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Sidronio Arcenio Gomez Gabriel has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Sidronio Arcenio Gomez Gabriel to Gabriel Gomez Gabriel THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 09/25/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. June 29, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court July 06, 13, 20, 27, 2012. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566620 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Wabi Sabi Group, 1210 E. Arques Ave, Ste 215, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, Santa Clara Co. LeadCamp Inc., 1210 E. Arques Ave. Ste 215, Sunnyvale, CA 94085, Perseeve Creative Studio, 2923 Foss Ave., Arcadia, CA 91006, This business is conducted by a general partnership registrants have not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) LeapCamp Inc. Harris Lim/CEO June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/26/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566603 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, The Boiling Crab, 1631 E. Capital Expwy., #101- 102, San Jose, CA 95121, Santa Clara Co. Seadrift Seafood Inc., 4655 Hill Top View Lane, San Jose, CA 95138. This business is conducted by a corporation registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 01/01/2010. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Seadrift Seafood Inc. Long Trinh/President June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/25/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566597 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Nor-Cal Contractors, 5542 Monterey
JULY 20 - JULY 26, 2012 Rd # 210, San Jose, CA 95138, Santa Clara Co. Juan Diaz, 5722 Knollwell Way, San Jose, CA 95138. This business is conducted by an individual registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 06/25/12. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Juan Diaz June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/25/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566577 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Golden State Healthcare Management Inc., 1381 Sandia Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94089, Santa Clara Co. Golden State HealthCare Management Inc., 1381 Sandia Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94089. This business is conducted by a corporation registrants began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 08/02/10. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Golden State HealthCare Management Inc. Michaela Medina June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/25/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566504 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Admiral Limo Service, Aaramo Limo Service, 669 Begonia Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94086, Santa Clara Co. Mohamed Aram, 669 Begonia Way, Sunnyvale, CA 94086. This business is conducted by an individual registrant has not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Mohamed Aram June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/22/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566500 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Shabby Dream, 2611 Story Road, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara Co. Guillermo Salazar, 2611 Story Rd., San Jose, CA 95122, Norma Salazar, 2611 Story Road, San Jose, CA 95122. This business is conducted by husband and wife registrants have not yet begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Guillermo Salazar June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/22/12. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 566285 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Yummy Buffet, 1610 E. Capitol Expwy., San Jose, CA 95121, Santa Clara Co. Easy 168 Inc., 1610 E. Capitol Expwy., San Jose, CA 95121. This business is conducted by a corporation registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 12/01/2010. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Easy 168 Inc. Zhongwen Lin/CEO June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 06/19/12. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV224785 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Sheng Seng Thao, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Sheng Seng Thao has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Sheng Seng Thao to Katherine Shane Sharma. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 08/14/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. May 17, 2012.
Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227133 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: De-Rong Huang & Jen Fang Chang, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, De-Rong Huang & Jen Fang Chang have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. De-Rong Huang to Lobo DR Huang b. Jen Fang Chang to Celia JF Huang c. Yu Hsuan Huang to Amber YH Huang, d. Oscar Huang to Oscar DC Huang d. Enya Huang to Enya YL Huang. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 09/25/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. June 22, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227131 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jason Tseng & Peiyu Patricia Tseng, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Jason Tseng & Peiyu Patricia Tseng have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.Tai Chien Hsieh to Chancellor Way-Chan Tseng. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 09/25/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. June 22, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV227045 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Hsucheng Sun, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Hsucheng Sun has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Hsucheng Sun to Jason Sun. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 09/18/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. June 21, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV224488 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ubaldo Flores-Meza, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Ubaldo Flores-Meza has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Ubaldo Flores-Meza to Ubaldo Meza Flores. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of names should not be granted on 08/14/12 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara. May 15, 2012. Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court June 29; July 06, 13, 20, 2012.
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Los parques nacionales Acérquese a la buena suerte tienen mucho que ofrecer tañas, costas, zonas boscosas y lagos. Los visitantes pueden disfrutar un paseo en bicicleta por los antiguos caminos de carruajes. También cuenta con unas 125 millas de senderos históricos que se pueden explorar a pie. Las actividades más populares son paseos en bicicleta, barco y caballo, así como la pesca y escalada en roca. Great Smoky Mountains
Parques nacionales fueron creados para proteger y resaltar dichos tesoros.
Hay casi 400 parques por todo el país que ofrecen actividades durante todo el año Los tesoros de un país no siempre se miden en lingotes de oro. A veces, sus riquezas se pueden medir mejor en la longitud de sus ríos, la grandiosidad de sus montañas y en sus invaluables lugares históricos. Con alrededor de 400 ubicaciones, prácticamente todas las personas que viven en los Estados Unidos tienen acceso rápido a uno. La mejor manera de encontrar el parque más cercano es teclear un código postal en el portal del Servicio de Parques Nacionales (en inglés). Para ayudar en la búsqueda, a continuación esta una lista de parques en diferentes puntos del país. Glacier National Park Ubicado en la parte noroeste del estado de Montana, Glacier National Park atrae a unas 2 millones de personas al año. Los visitantes pueden explorar 700 millas de senderos, hacer un tour guiado a caballo o armar su carpa en una de las 13 áreas de campamen-
to. Una de las atracciones principales es la carretera Going-to-the-Sun Road, un paseo que ofrece, desde las orillas de las montañas, vistas espectaculares de la región. Sequoia National Park Sequoia National Park, localizado en la parte central de California, es conocido como la Tierra de Gigantes debido al tamaño de sus montañas, la profundidad de sus cañones y por albergar los árboles más grandes del mundo. Las actividades varían según la temporada del año, pero el tiempo generalmente se presta para acampar, hacer caminatas, pasear a caballo y escalar rocas. Durante el invierno se puede esquiar y participar en otras actividades invernales. Acadia National Park En el rincón más al noreste del país, en el estado de Maine, está Acadia National Park. Este parque cuenta con un ecosistema dinámico que incluye mon-
Se podría decir que el Gran Cañón es el parque nacional estadounidense más famoso. Pero no es el más concurrido. Ese honor lo tiene el parque Great Smoky Mountains, que recibe a casi 10 millones de visitantes al año. Este parque, ubicado en la frontera de Carolina del Norte con Tennessee, tiene un poco de todo: vistas panorámicas, cascadas, paseos a caballo o bicicleta así como muchas áreas para acampar. Arches National Park Arches National Park es famoso por sus más de 2,000 arcos naturales de arenisca y por la gran variedad de formaciones rocosas que se han formado a lo largo de millones de años. El parque, ubicado en Utah, atrae a muchos aficionados de la fotografía, y también a quienes les gusta explorar las formaciones rocosas de la región en bicicleta. Badlands National Park Badlands National Park es un parque en Dakota del Sur de unos 250,000 acres que cuenta con depósitos geológicos ricos en fósiles. Aunque los fósiles son el gran atractivo para muchos, otros van al parque con la esperanza de observar a los animales salvajes que viven ahí, como los bisontes, venados y borregos cimarrones. Pero no todos los atractivos están en la superficie. Las noches oscuras de esta región se prestan a vistas magníficas de las estrellas y galaxias, por lo que se sugiere llevar un telescopio.
No debemos lamentarnos por lo que ya pasó, por lo que hicimos mal o por lo que dejamos de hacer, mucho menos perder energía en la tristeza o sucumbir ante la depresión.
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Para acercarse a la buena suerte es necesario tener optimismo, deseos de superación, entusiasmo, ideas positivas, buena voluntad y motivación. La persona a quien la suerte le sonríe es amigable, respetuosa, jovial, no le teme a las situaciones novedosas ni a los nuevos contactos, tampoco se deja vencer por condiciones adversas. No se debe tener temor al cambio, cuando las situaciones varían hay que variar también, ajustarse a las circunstancias y seguir adelante en busca de nuevas y mejores oportunidades.
Para atraer la buena suerte es indispensable dejar a un lado la inseguridad, la angustia, la timidez y “el qué dirán”. Una persona progresista siempre está dispuesta y lista para asimilar nuevas experiencias, aprende de todo, trabaja con entusiasmo, lee libros, se supera, se informa y trata de estar al tanto de todo lo que sucede a su alrededor y saca provecho de los acontecimientos que le rodean. Y como tiene una conversación agradable e interesante, no le faltan amigos, conocidos y personas que deseen conocerle. Básicamente la persona de suerte se aleja de la apatía, evita el mal carácter, huye de la rutina y se aparta de la inconstancia. Man-
tiene la mente cargada de buenos propósitos, le dedica unos minutos diarios a la oración, decreta paz, abundancia, buena salud e inventa nuevos senderos para salir adelante y ser feliz. Y cuando ha de tomar una decisión importante, la toma sin vacilaciones. La familia, los amigos y los conocidos, representan una fuente para acercarnos a la buena suerte. Para lograrlo debemos ser generosos. La generosidad representa el máximo caudal de buena suerte que se cultiva en la mente y el corazón de los demás. También debemos cuidar la apariencia personal. Una persona que luce bien y que presta atención a su salud y a su presentación, crea un campo magnético positivo que le conduce por el camino del éxito y la buena fortuna. Y lo principal de todo, creer en el infinito poder de Dios y hacer el bien sin mirar a quién.
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Se concentrará Chávez jr. en Toluca y LA para combate contra Martínez Notimex México
El sinaloense Julio César Chávez jr. hará campamento de altura en Toluca, Estado de México, y después entrenará en Los Angeles y Las Vegas, para su combate contra el argentino Sergio Martínez, el 15 de septiembre en el Thomas and Mack Center. El imbatido Chávez Carrasco hará la cuarta exposición del campeonato medio del Consejo Mundial de Boxeo (CMB) contra “Maravilla” Martínez, en el marco de los festejos de la Independencia de México en Las Vegas, Nevada. “Estoy entrenando en Toluca y alternaré en la Ciudad de México por la lluvia y después de un mes estaré en Los Angeles cuatro semanas, para llegar a Las Vegas con la mejor condición de mi carrera”, sostuvo el hijo del legendario Julio César Chávez.
El boxeador mexicano, Julio César Chávez Jr., campeón de peso medio del Consejo Mundial de Boxeo y el argentino Sergio “Maravilla” Martínez, durante la presentación de su enfrentamiento que se realizará en Las Vegas el próximo 15 de septiembre.
El monarca mundial acudió este martes con Martínez al cierre de la gira promocional, en la última reunión con los medios especializados para que ambos se concentren en sus respectivos entrenamientos para la función internacional. “Este domingo llegará a Toluca el entrenador Freddie Roach para meternos de lleno en la preparación, además del resto del equipo de trabajo porque me prepararé mejor que nunca para este desafío”, afirmó el sinaloense. Chávez Carrasco afirmó
que trabajará especialmente su defensa, “Martínez tiene un estilo complicado, baja mucho las manos y desde Kelly Pavlik él no se ha enfrentado a rivales como yo”, afirmó.
quiere quitarme el título”.
El “junior” empezará la semana próxima las sesiones de boxeo con siete sparrings diferentes y tendrá más cuidado con el peso en relación con peleas previas.
El entrevistado destacó que está en el mejor momento de su vida, “maduré como peleador y como persona y esta pelea para mí es la consagración. Martínez es considerado el mejor en peso medio y es muy importante para mi carrera, el 15 de septiembre daré todo mi esfuerzo”.
Acerca del rival, mencionó que “a Sergio Martínez lo respeto como peleador, quiere el cinturón, no tengo amistad con él, me cae gordo y no puedo hacer amistad con alguien que
“Julito” se mostró contento porque José Sulaimán, presidente del CMB, “estará conmigo en Las Vegas, es lo mejor para el boxeo estar conmigo”.
Para taekwondoínes Osornio y Alegría ser sembrados tiene ventajas Notimex MÉxico
Para los taekwondoínes mexicanos, los queretanos Erick Osornio y Jannet Alegría, estar sembrados en la gráfica principal tiene sus ventajas, pero eso no representa que se pueda aspirar a una medalla en el torneo de este deporte en los Juegos Olímpicos de Londres 2012. Previo a su salida a Inglaterra, Osornio, quien competirá en la división
menor a los 68 kilos, comentó que estar sembrado tiene sus ventajas porque de esta manera se conocen a los rivales y se tiene tiempo de estudiarlos, “así se podrá contar con elementos para saber de donde están débiles”, apuntó. El queretano, de 29 años de edad, expuso que sus compañeros Jannet Alegría y la actual monarca olímpica, María del Rosario Espinoza, salieron en las llaves que se utilizarán en
los Juegos Olímpicos, por lo que “creo que ya tienen cierta ventaja, pero aún se debe considerar a los demás rivales que en ocasiones son los más fuertes torneo”. Sobre la misma idea se expresó Alegría Peña, de 25 años de edad, quien destacó la necesidad de estar bien preparados para enfrentar a cualquier rival en la justa donde todos van por el mismo objetivo. “Sí hay ventajas, porque
en lo personal ya conozco a la mayor parte de las rivales y eso me permite hacer un trabajo de acuerdo a cada una de ellas”, afirmó. La víspera se dio a conocer la gráfica de las divisiones olímpicas en taekwondo y tanto María del Rosario Espinoza (más 67kg) como Jannet Alegría fueron colocadas en una de ellas, no así Erick Osornio y Diego García, quienes al no estar entre los ocho mejores deberán esperar el sorteo final.
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11 Great Ways Your Smartphone Can Work Smarter in an Emergency Consumer Action and AT&T offer these tips on how you can use your mobile phone to prepare for and respond to emergencies: 1. Be Prepared: Use apps, such as FEMA’s emergency preparedness app to develop and implement emergency preparedness plans for your family, colleagues and loved ones. 2. Stay Charged: Use solar-powered and hand crank chargers and batteries. These chargers allow you to rely on your electronics and wireless devices even in a power outage. 3. Stay Connected: Use database and location-based apps to find loved ones during and after a disaster. Register yourself with the American Red Cross “Safe and Well”; database and search for other loved ones that have registered to say they are okay. You can also use AT&T FamilyMap, which provides peace of mind by enabling you to conveniently locate a family member from your wireless phone or PC and know that your family’s information is secure and private. 4. Keep It in the Cloud: Store your important documents, such as personal and financial records, in a password-protected area in the Cloud. New cloud services allow you to access your vital information anytime from anywhere with Internet access and to safely store your work where it’s not vulnerable to a damaged or left-behind computer. 5. Get Help!: Consider downloading a smartphone global positioning satellite app. GPS phone trackers have the ability to deliver short messages and your GPS pinpoint location to a preferred list of contacts of your choosing in the event of an emergency. 6. Use Quick Response (QR) Codes: QR code
technology can help first responders prevent misdiagnoses and adverse drug reactions in treatment of emergency victims. 7. See & Be Seen / Send an SOS: Use your smartphone as a flashlight when the power is down. There are flashlight apps for almost all smartphones (many of them are free) that use either your screen or camera flash to help you find what you need during a power outage - or help you to be found. Many flashlight apps even offer a
Morse code SOS feature. 8. Help Others: Apps such as Phone Aid; offer a series of quick educational and instructive “how to” slideshows designed to help jog your memory on skills such as administering CPR. It also shows basic first aid measures you may need to perform while you wait for emergency personnel to respond. 9. Locate Resources: Use mobile maps to find help and resources after a disas-
ter. American Red Cross: Shelter View provides a searchable map of shelter locations by address, city, state and/or ZIP code and is updated every 30 minutes from the National Shelter System. It even includes the shelter capacity and how many residents are currently there. 10. Stay Informed: Create a list of Twitter handles to follow during a disaster. For example, the U.S. Geological Survey is currently studying how they can give
better earthquake information via Twitter. Their official handle, @USGSted, tweets out information on occurrences of earthquakes with magnitudes of 5.5 or higher. They currently have a California-specific earthquake handle-@USGS_ EQ_CA. 11. Spread the Word: Use social media and
smartphone apps to help disseminate information about severe weather in real time and warn others. The NOAA Now app provides weather info from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, including reports of hurricanes, tropical storms, mainland storms and tornado and severe thunderstorm alerts.
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LAS MEJORES PAGADAS EN TV Sofía Vergara se convirtió en la actriz mejor pagada en la televisión de Estados Unidos, desbancando a la anterior reina Kim Kardashian. Con su estelar en la serie Modern Family, la actriz es una de las latinas más conocidas en ese país.