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Above: Instructor Moni Santini-Kelly helps a student with the “double foot lock.” Below: A student practices a rope climb in the an “introduction to aerial” class for ages 7-10. On the cover: Instructor Moni Santini-Kelly shows students how to safely wrap a “star drop.”

Children learn circus arts in menlo park Story By Emma Marsano Photos By Michelle Le

ou’ve probably never been as impressed with yourself as a 7-year-old girl hanging upside down from a set of aerial silks. The girl in question is taking one of the new Circus Arts classes offered at Menlo Park’s Arrillaga Family Gymnastics Center. The classes, which are unlike others that have been held at the center in the past, provide anyone age 7 or older the opportunity to learn how to perform on the trapeze, the aerial rope and the aerial silks. When people hear the word “circus,” they tend to think either of costumed elephants or of incredible feats of artistic daring, like those performed by the well-known troupe Cirque du Soleil. The courses now offered in Menlo Park can best be described as an introduction to the latter.

Two levels of instruction are currently offered. The first, “Introduction to Aerial,” doesn’t require any previous gymnastics experience, and familiarizes participants with the basic grips and holds that form the foundation of trapeze, aerial rope and aerial silks. In contrast, the “Intermediate Aerial Rope” and “Intermediate Silk” courses both focus on one specific discipline, and build toward the mastery of more difficult techniques. The circus arts students at the gymnastics center stand out even before they begin practicing on the black trapeze, the knotted rope, and the billowing, cardinal-red silks anchored to the ceiling. Rather than the minimalist leotards of gymnasts, the students don long leggings and long sleeves to avoid friction burns from the equipment. But the differences between gym-

nastics and the circus arts don’t end there. The circus arts blend art and sport. Athleticism is essential, in that performers must be incredibly fit. But they live up to the title of “art” in that they offer complete creative freedom: there’s no rulebook for the circus arts, and no clear definition of the right or wrong way to do things. “In that way, it’s really different from gymnastics,” noted Katherine Turkle, circus program coordinator and lead aerial acrobatics instructor. “With aerial, the only really wrong way is an unsafe way.” This lack of rigid structure allows performers to make their routines completely their own, but also makes it hard for a casual participant to visualize a future in the circus arts. Where can the circus arts take you? “For me, it’s a hobby,” Ms. Turkle said. In winter 2012, she said, “I was in search of a new training space for my aerial rope. I approached (Gymnastics Center Continued on page 27

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RESOLUTION NO. 1859 (2013) RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ANNEX CERTAIN TERRITORY TO THE WEST BAY SANITARY DISTRICT ON-SITE WASTEWATER DISPOSAL ZONE

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Lands of Livingston The District Board of West Bay Sanitary District finds and determines as follows: A. This Resolution of Intention is adopted pursuant to the District’s “Zone Master Annexation Resolution” (“ZOMAR”), which was adopted by the District Board August 12, 1996. The provisions of ZOMAR are incorporated by reference into this Resolution of Intention. B. The District has received an application to annex a parcel of real property (the “Parcel”) to the District’s On-Site Wastewater Disposal Zone (the “Zone”). The Parcel is described in Exhibit “A” attached to this Resolution of Intention and the description contained in the Exhibits are incorporated by reference. The name and address of the applicants and the number, type, volume and location of on-site wastewater disposal systems which are proposed to operate on the parcels to be annexed are described in Exhibit “B” attached to this Resolution of Intention and the information contained in the Exhibit are incorporated by reference. C.

The applicants have demonstrated to the satisfaction of the District Board that the Parcel constitutes “real property” for the purposes of Section 2(b) of ZOMAR in that:

All of the conditions described in Subsections i., ii., iii., iv. and v. of ZOMAR Section 2(b) are satisfied; or Other conditions exist which demonstrate that the Parcel will benefit directly or indirectly from the activities of the Zone. If applicable, those conditions are also set forth in Exhibit “B” and are incorporated WEST BAY SANITARY DISTRICT by reference.

D. All of the conditions and requirements of ZOMAR Sections 2(a), 2(c), 2(d) and 2(e) have been fully satisfied. In consideration of the foregoing findings and determinations,

EXHIBIT "B" SITE LOCATION 10 SIOUX WAY PORTOLA VALLEY, CA GRINDER/SEPTIC TANK EFFLUENT PUMPING SYSTEM

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IT IS RESOLVED by the District Board as follows: 1. It is the intention of the District Board to annex the Parcel to the Zone pursuant to the provisions of ZOMAR and applicable provisions of law. 2.

In conjunction with a meeting of the District Board to be duly and regularly called and conducted, the Board will conduct a Public Hearing for the purpose of considering all matters pertaining to this Resolution of Intention.

The time, date and place of the Public Hearing are: Date: December 11, 2013 Time: 7:00 PM 5:00 PM (time change) Place: West Bay Sanitary District Offices 500 Laurel Street Menlo Park, CA 94025

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This Resolution of Intention shall be published and copies shall be delivered to the persons and entities as specified in ZOMAR Section 2(e)(i.).

A true copy of this Resolution of Intention shall promptly be filed for record in the office of the County Recorder of the County of San Mateo.

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The District Manager shall cause the matters set forth in Sections 3 and 4 of this Resolution of Intention to be completed as directed. January 8, 2013 having a radius of525.00 feet; 5. Thence along said curve through a central angle of 13°00'00" a distance Exhibit A of 119.12 feet to the northerly corner of Lot 16, Block 1 as shown on said Map; APPROVED 6. Thence leaving said southwesterly right of-way line to a point on the SAN MATEO LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION northeasterly right-of way line of Sioux Way, said point being the westerly cor455 COUNTY CENTER ner of Lot REDWOOD CITY. CA 94063 5, Block 1 as shown on said Map, said point also being the westerly corner of the Lands described in said Document No. 2012-102866; LEGAL DESCRIPTION 7. Thence along the northwesterly line of said Lot 5 and said Lands North ANNEXATION TO WEST BAY SANITARY DISTRICT 49°53'19" East, 199.11 feet to an angle point in said Lot and Lands; LANDS OF CLARK FAMILY PARTNERSHIP AND A PORTION OF SIOUX WAY 8. Thence along the northerly lines of said Lots 4 and 5 and said Lands AND CERVANTES ROAD South TOWN OF PORTOLA VALLEY, SAN MATEO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA 86°35'00" East, 200.00 feet to the northerly corner of said Lands; 9. Thence along the easterly line of said Lands South 3°25 '00" West, 110.25 All that certain real property situate in the Town of Portola Valley, County of feet to an angle point in said Lands; San Mateo, State of California, being a portion of Lots 4 and 5, Block 1 and a 10. Thence along southeasterly line of said Lands South 62°32'50" West portion of Sioux Way and Cervantes Road as shown on that certain Map enti77.49 feet to an angle point in said Lands; tled "Tract No. 774, Arrowhead Meadows Unit No.4", which map was filed 11. Thence along the southerly line of said Lands South 79°49'00" West, for record in the Office of the Recorder of said County and State on March 229.69 feet to said northeasterly right-of line of Sioux Way being the beginning 17, 1959, in Book 50 of Maps at Pages 45 through 48, said portion of Lots 4 of a non-tangent curve concave to the southwest having a radius of 575.00 feet and 5 being described in Document No. 2012-102866, recorded and to which a radial line bears North 58°30'00" East; July 23, 2012, in said County and State and being more particularly described 12. Thence southeasterly along said curve and northeasterly right-of-way line as follows: of Sioux Way through a central angle of5°00'00" a distance of50.18 feet; BEGINNING at a point on the southeasterly right-of-way line of Cervantes 13. Thence South 26°30'00" East, 117.00 feet to the beginning of a tangent Road at the northerly corner of Lot 3, Block 2, as shown on said Map, said curve to the left having a radius of 20.00 feet; corner also being the northerly corner of the West Bay Sanitary District 14. Thence along said curve through a central angle of 90°00'00" a distance adopted December 8, 1986, by Resolution No. 1041; of 31.4,2 feet to the northwesterly right of-way line of Cervantes Road; 1. Thence along said southeasterly right-of-way line of Cervantes Road and the 15. Thence along said northwesterly right-of-way line of Cervantes Road northwesterly lines of West Bay Sanitary District adopted December 8, 1986, by North Resolution No. 1041 and September 14, 1987, by Resolution No. 1068 South 63°30'00" East, 253.00 feet to a point distant North 26°30'00" West, 60.00 63°30'00" West, 350.00 feet to the westerly corner of Lot 4 in said Block 2, feet from the said corner also being the westerly corner of said Resolution 1068; Point of Beginning; 2. Thence leaving said southeasterly right-of-way line of Cervantes Road and 16. Thence leaving said northwesterly right-of-way line of Cervantes Road northwesterly line of West Bay Sanitary District North 19°50'44" West, 60.41 South feet to the beginning of a non-tangent curve on the northwesterly right-of26°30'00" East, 60.00 feet to the Point of Beginning. way line of Cervantes Road located at the westerly corner of the intersection Containing an area of 81,698 square feet, more or less of Cervantes Road and Sioux Way which is concave to the west and being The herein described annexation parcel is shown on the attached map of this the southwesterly terminus of that certain curve having a radius of20.00 feet legal description, Page 4 of 5, and is made a part hereof. and to which a radial line bears South 26°30'00" East; Description prepared by MacLeod and Associates, Inc. 3. Thence northerly along said curve through a central angle of90°00'00" a L.S.5304 distance of 31.42 feet to the southwesterly right-of-way line of Sioux Way as Date Jan. 8, 2013 shown on said Map; 4. Thence along said southwesterly right-of-way line of Sioux Way North 26°30'00" West, 117.00 feet to the beginning of a tangent curve to the left

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Director Pearce Wagner) with my request to train at the gym and he upped the ante by suggesting we begin an entire program to teach this unique circus acrobatic specialty.” Ms. Turkle was fortunate enough to turn her love of the circus arts into an occupation, but it’s not possible for everyone. But even dabbling casually comes with benefits. “It’s an amazing way to stay in shape, because you don’t miss anything,” she explained. The strenuous positions that performers must learn require total-body conditioning. From smaller muscles in the fingers and toes to larger groups like the abdominals and back muscles, every part of the body has to be prepared to allow a performer to stay in control while suspended in the air without a harness. With that in mind, the introductory classes start with the basics, helping students to build muscle and increase flexibility, by just hanging from the apparatus. The next step, Ms. Turkle said, is to complete an inversion — that is, to reach the point of being able to put one’s hips and feet above one’s head, and to hang upside down. Reaching this milestone, however, is much more difficult than it sounds. The circus arts are similar to ballet in that you have to “work very hard to make it look effortless,” Ms. Turkle said. Ms. Turkle herself took ballet classes as a child, and began yoga and rock climbing as she got older. During college, she worked in a rock climbing gym, and one day accompanied a friend to a circus arts class on a whim. Given her experience with dance, she was immediately hooked. “I liked the artistic element of

the aerial rope, which I wasn’t getting from just rock climbing,” she said. She found that she was thinking more creatively again while learning to perform aerial routines. “To me, aerials are all about shape. The shapes you can make with your body and the apparatus, and with your partner’s body if you have a partner.” But the artistic side of the circus arts isn’t limited to the physical act of performing a routine, Ms. Turkle said. A performer will often choose music to accompany a routine, and might even perform alongside musicians. In addition, the fabric of the aerial silks comes in a wide variety of colors, and can be coordinated with a performer’s costume for visual contrast. Since classes started in early September, the circus arts program has filled up. The fall session currently boasts about 40 enrolled participants, divided into three age groups, from bubbly 7-year-olds to mellower older students. The mother of one secondgrader stressed that her daughter loved the individuality of the circus arts, because she wasn’t very interested in team sports. “We’ve tried other sports, but this has been the one she’s been

super excited about,” she said. She also noted that her daughter enjoyed doing something that none of her friends had tried or even heard of. The same mom expressed her happiness with instructor Moni Santini-Kelly. “The teacher is amazing! Absolutely amazing. And you can tell the kids really look up to her.” A student from one of the adult classes echoed this sentiment. “I signed up because the class sounded absurd and interesting,” he recalled. “ I was surprised to find that many of the aerial techniques are similar to rock climbing self-rescue and high angle rescue protocols.” Like Ms. Turkle, he found that the circus arts aren’t as mysterious and exotic as they initially sound, and happily incorporated the classes into his weekly routine. Signups for the winter session of Circus Arts classes begin on Dec. 9. Fees can range from $200 to $700 a session. Go to tinyurl.com/MP-circusarts to register or find out more.

Above: Instructor Moni SantiniKelly helps a student prepare the wrap for the “star drop.” Below: Students in an “introduction to aerial” class practice the French climb.

TOWN OF PORTOLA VALLEY ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE CONTROL COMMISSIONER NEEDED The Portola Valley Town Council is seeking an individual to serve on the Town's Architectural and Site Control Commission (ASCC) through January 2017. The ASCC consists of ﬁve members appointed by the Town Council, and meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month. The ASCC is charged with the review and approval of design review applications and site development permits, including applications for new homes, second units, larger additions, second story additions, and commercial buildings. In addition, the ASCC provides comments on conditional use permits, subdivisions, variances and other matters referred by the Town Council, the Planning Commission, or Town Staff. To apply, please submit a letter of interest to the Town Council by 5pm on Wednesday, January 15, 2014. The Town Council will conduct interviews at its regularly scheduled meeting on January 22, 2014. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Karen Kristiansson, Deputy Town Planner, by email at kkristiansson@portolavalley.net or by phone at 650-851-1700 x212.

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getting things in a more simple manner so you can invest time in the things you care about versus the things you need to do.” Another task management app, similar in name and features but with a different tilt, is AnyList, which was originally focused on providing a platform where users could not only organize grocery and shopping lists, but easily share them with other people. AnyList co-founders Jeff Hunter and Jason Marr, who met in college, eventually both got jobs at Apple and lived together in California. “We were looking for an app that would let us coordinate a shopping list because we shared purchasing paper towels and toilet paper and stuff like that for the house,” Hunter said. Nothing in the app store satisfied them — either apps didn’t have sharing capabilities or were too cumbersome — so the two left Apple and created their own task-sharing app. AnyList, which was initially funded by Y Combinator, a start-up funding and development company based in Mountain View, is free for both Apple and Android users.

And as its name indicates, the app is list-based. Create a grocery list and add items; they will automatically be placed into categories (Need a quart of milk? Any.List will file it under dairy. Crackers? Look under snacks.) Create your own custom categories if you don’t like what AnyList has to offer. Also originally driven by grocery shopping, there’s a recipe section, and the app actually comes pre-loaded with a few recipes (cast-iron skillet salmon fillets and roasted sweet potatoes, anyone?). Each recipe comes with an ingredient list, and you can select items you need to buy to add them to your grocery list. But Hunter said AnyList’s crowning feature is its sharing function. To share a list or recipe, all you need is an email address, which will either prompt the recipient to download the app if they don’t have it already, or notify him or her on the app. Shared lists can be viewed and modified by everyone involved. (Hunter said this is especially useful for restaurant owners who use the app to coordinate with See HOLIDAY CHAOS, page 33

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it works, who makes it work, and how it completely transformed travel to California. “Locomotive” shows the building of the transcontinental railroad; how steam powers the engine; the labor and mechanics involved in a cross-country train trip; how passengers slept, ate, and even used the train’s toilet (not in a station, please); and the variety of landscapes and wildlife seen out the windows. All that, plus remarkably detailed notes and endpapers. Flora & Ulysses: The Illuminated Adventures by Kate DiCamillo, i l lu st rated by K.G. Campbell; $18; Candlewick; ages 8-12. Warning: kids who read “Flora & Ulysses,” or who have this charming, comic-book-style illustrated novel read to them, may very well want their own pet superhero squirrel who types poetry, flies, and is able to rescue fathers who are attacked by evil cats. They will want their own Ulysses. Ulysses, the superhero squirrel, knows his rescuer Flora has a big heart, a “capacious” heart. He uses big words because he is a poet, and because Kate DiCamillo respects her young audience enough to use larger-than-life vocabulary that kids can figure out, or ask their parents about. Ulysses’s journey from backyard squirrel to reborn superhero, then marked-formurder squirrel involves a colorful, quirky cast of heroes and villains, humor and heart. The 14 Fibs of Gregory K. by Greg Pincus; $17; Levine/Scholastic; ages 8-12. Gregory has a hard time telling his math-genius family members especially his father that he likes writing, not math. So

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H A P PY H O L I DAYS is now in season. I think any good squash such as acorn, or Delicata would work as well. Since Trader Joeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sells alreadypeeled and cut-up chunks of butternut squash, I used those, and bought some Harissa at Draegers. The recipe combines the squash, the Harissa, cream and a white goat cheese to make an unusual combination that amounts to a hearty dish. The recipe suggests two pots, but I made it with a very large skillet that goes on the stovetop and in the oven. I used a slightly harder goat cheese than recommended (couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t find a softer one) and simply cut it into small chunks. It melted well and added a thick semi-salty flavor to the mix. This was easy to make and easy to eat and would go well

as a side dish with steak, lamb, chicken or pork . Fennel salad (p.120) is easy to put together and, for those who love fennel, a refreshing taste. Pepper: A History of the Worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Most Influential Spice, by Marion Shaffer, Thomas Donne Books, 2013, 302 pages, hardback, $20.40. A nicely written history of the search for pepper across countries and ages, this book is everything one might want to know about pepper. It traces the history of imperialism and colonialism by the Dutch, Portuguese, English and other countries involved in the pepper trade. Following in the path of other books about a single ingredient, it reveals a fascinating story. A

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997 All Other Legals Trustee Sale No. 261927CA Loan No. 0080992829 Title Order No. 1501146 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER

A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08-212003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12-31-2013 at 1:00 PM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 09-03-2003, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2003249704, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of SAN MATEO County, California, executed by: CHARLES P. LEE AND ELIZABETH H. LEE, AS HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, A FEDERAL ASSOCIATION, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier's check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: San Mateo Events Center, 2495 S. Delaware Street, San Mateo, CA 94403 Legal Description: PARCELS A, B AND C AS SHOWN ON THAT CERTAIN RECORD OF SURVEY BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 19 AND PORTIONS OF LOTS 1, 2, 3 AND 18, BLOCK 2, WOOD SIDE HEIGHTS, SAN MATEO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, FILELD IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAN MATEO COUNTY, STATE OF CALIFORNIA ON JULY 29, 1959 IN VOLUME 4 OF LICENSED LAND SURVEYORS MAPS, AT PAGE 54. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $2,236,203.18 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 125 ELEANOR DRIVE WOODSIDE, CA 94062 APN Number: 069-225-480, 069-225-490, 069-225-500 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold â&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;?. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 11-192013 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee BRENDA BATTEN, ASSISTANT SECRETARY California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CAĂ&#x201A; 91311Ă&#x201A; 800-892-6902 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT.Ă&#x201A; ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. For Sales Information: www.lpsasap.com or 1-714-730-2727 www.priorityposting. com or 1-714-573-1965 www.auction. com or 1-800-280-2832 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee,

or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, this information can be obtained from one of the following three companies: LPS Agency Sales & Posting at (714) 730-2727, or visit the Internet Web site www.lpsasap. com (Registration required to search for sale information) or Priority Posting & Publishing at (714) 573-1965 or visit the Internet Web site www.priorityposting.com (Click on the link for "Advanced Search" to search for sale information), or auction.com at 1-800-280-2832 or visit the Internet Web site www.auction. com, using the Trustee Sale No. shown above. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. P1071748 11/27, 12/4, 12/11/2013 ALM NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: CHARLES S. LUM, aka CHARLES SANG LUM Case No.: 123917 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of CHARLES S. LUM, aka CHARLES SANG LUM. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: LILIAN C. LUM in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN MATEO.

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The Petition for Probate requests that: LILIAN C. LUM be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on January 7, 2014 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: 28 of the Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, located at 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the

hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58 (b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: /s/ Michelle C. Ting, Esq. (SBN 228963); Hays & Ting LLP 260 Sheridan Avenue, Suite 200 Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650)485-8800 (ALM Dec. 4, 11, 18, 2013)

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210 WAYSIDE RD $1,945,000 Sunny, architect designed home in a beautiful .98 acre woodland setting. 4BR/3.5BA with high ceilings, open ﬂoor plan. Apprx. 6 min to 280/Sand Hill. MENLO PARK | NEW PRICE!

CRISTINA BLISS 650.566.5277 cbliss@cbnorcal.com CalBRE #01189105

3531 MIDDLEFIELD RD $1,395,000 Totally remodeled, 4BR/3.5BA 2-story home bordering Atherton. Chef ’s kitchen, high ceilings, HW ﬂrs, separate FR facing landscaped backyard.

REDWOOD CITY

PAUL SKRABO 650.619.8092 CalBRE #00665727

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580 LAKEVIEW WAY $995,000 Beautifully remodeled Emerald Hills charmer. Coffered ceiling in LR, separate DR & FR. Large 9.676 sq ft lot. Hardwood ﬂoors, French doors & windows.

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WOODSIDE

MARGOT LOCKWOOD 650.400.2528

0 SKYLINE BLVD $299,000 Unique property! 4+ acres in Woodside. Enjoy the homes@margotlockwood.com redwoods only 15 minutes to Hwy 280. CalBRE #01017519

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