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Community still waiting on PG&E

by Dawnmarie Fehr

June 17, 2016

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Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) owes the Town of Discovery Bay $22,000 and is taking its time to pay up.

The money is a form of compensation for the time and trouble caused during the large-scale gas outage that took place in December, and for the use of the town’s community center building as a warming center during the outage. PG&E also bestowed a grant to the Byron Union School District in the amount of $5,000 for the use of Timber Point Elementary as a warming center.

During the outage, gas service was suspended for roughly 6,300 customers in Discovery Bay and Byron on the morning of Sunday, Dec. 27, for a still unidentified problem. Most residents had service restored by the evening of Dec. 29.

At the regular Community Services District (CSD) Board meeting in January, the board and town staff thanked Tom Guarino of PG&E, who presented the money in the form of a cardboard novelty see PG&E page 30A

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Timber Point Elementary teacher Laura Roe accepted a novelty check from PG&E representative Tom Guarino during a town meeting in January. To date, no monies have been received from the utility company.

Old River Elementary School reopening

by Dawnmarie Fehr Correspondent

After closing its doors to students nearly six years ago, Old River Elementary School is set and ready to welcome them back to the classroom next month.

“We’re all very excited to see Old River Elementary open once again,” said Adam McMeans, Knightsen School Board president. “As a parent who drove past the shuttered campus nearly daily, it was a constant reminder of the hardship the district’s students endured during the recent recession. I’m glad those days are behind us.”

Opened in 2008 under Principal Ray Witte, the school was forced to send its student popu-

“ I’m so excited, and I’m so happy to be out here again … I look forward to starting our own traditions.

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Ray Witte, principal Old River Elementary lation to Knightsen School in 2010, when the faltering economy cut both local support and state funding. Since that time, the school district has leased classrooms to the Delta Academy for Learning, The Lynn Center and a Kids Club preschool program.

Recent building in The Lakes development in Discovery Bay however, has changed all that, and Witte is now looking forward to being back in the

principal’s office.

“I’m so excited, and I’m so happy to be out here again,” said Witte. “The district is pleased to offer a school close to the kids.

We have beautiful facilities and nice big fields. We’ll keep the good traditions from Knightsen and create some new traditions of our own.”

Old River will reopen in July as an elementary school, offering transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. While the

district is working on a plan to add a middle school, there are no immediate dates on the books.

“One idea that has made the rounds is that next school year, 2017 to 2018, our current fifth graders will be the first sixth graders, and so on, until we are a fully functioning kindergarten through eigth-grade school,” Witte said. “But, the board has not approved that idea yet.”

Theresa Estrada, superintendent of Knightsen School District, is excited about the reopening.

“The major difference for my job is that I will have two school sites to visit and participate in activities at, instead of just one,” said Estrada. see Old River page 30A

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Kids fishing derby returns The Discovery Bay Community Foundation and Boardwalk Grill will host its annual, free fishing derby for kids up to 15 years old, on Wednesday, June 29, and Wednesday, July 13, at the Discovery Bay Marina, located at 5901 Marina Road.

The fun will start at 6 p.m. and end by 8:30 p.m. Anyone who wishes to participate in this event

can sign up at www.dbcf.info on the events tab. All kids must be accompanied by an adult and wear a life vest or they cannot participate.

Bring a pole for the kids, and the foundation will supply the bait.

The organization is only taking the first 50 kids for each outing, so sign up today.

For more information, visit www.dbcf.info.

Brentwood detours this Auxiliary Coast Guard coming to town weekend Discovery Bay residents interested in becoming involved in the Auxiliary Coast Guard, can now do so right in their own backyard.

A local detachment, granted by the Concord base, is being established.

There will be an informational meeting, free and open to the pub-

lic, on Saturday, June 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, at the Discovery Bay Community Center.

“Being the largest waterbased community around, it is important that we have all the education and resources to help make our delta as safe as possible,” said Jim Mattison, a member of the Auxilary Coast

Guard. “We will now have the capability to do a lot of training right here in Discovery Bay and also help the many boat owners with vessel inspections and so much more.”

The Discovery Bay Community Center is located at 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd. Contact Jim at jim@dbcf.info for additional information or to reserve a chair, as space is limited.

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) will be performing work on State Route 4 (SR4) between Balfour and Marsh Creek roads, on June 17 and 18, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.

The work will require full closure of all lanes on SR4. Traffic will be detoured in both directions to Walnut Boulevard.

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Barr leads in county supervisorial race Measure B cementing win As outstanding ballots continue to be counted in the race for Contra Costa County Supervisor District 3, Brentwood City Councilman Steve Barr remains in the lead against East Bay Regional Park District Director Diane Burgis.

In order to secure a win for the seat

vacated by Mary Piepho, a 50-percentplus-one majority is needed. As of June 10, Barr had garnered 28.75 percent of the vote with a total of 10,214 votes, and Burgis had 22.89 percent of the vote and 8,134 votes. The two will faceoff in the general election on Nov. 8.

According to Elections Processing Supervisor Rosa Mena, the 25,000 remaining countywide provisional and absentee ballots were expected to be tallied by Friday,

June 17, with a final count on June 22, if necessary.

For Brentwood’s Measure B, the news continues to be positive as final votes are counted.

The measure needs a 55 percent approval rate to pass. At press time, the measure had 56.23 percent

of the vote, translating into 6,708 votes. The passage of Measure B would free up $158 million to build new schools and renovate the district’s schools.

The measure would cost property owners about $28 per $100,000 of assessed value for the next 25 to 30 years.

Dead bird tests positive for West Nile Virus The Contra Costa Mosquito and Vector Control District confirmed a dead bird from Antioch tested positive for West Nile virus, the first bird this year in Contra Costa County.

The bird was found near the intersection of Prewett Ranch and Mokelumne drives.

“This is not a surprise, as we are already seeing virus activity in surrounding counties,” said Steve Schutz, Ph.D., the district’s scientific program manager. “We need

more people to report dead birds, so we can learn where (the) virus might be taking place. We can only test dead birds if we receive reports from members of the public.

So far this year, we are getting fewer calls than in the past, and we definitely could use more.”

Two species of mosquitoes in Contra Costa County capable of transmitting the virus prefer to feed on birds.

People can become infected when a mosquito bites an infected bird and then a person. Symptoms of the mild form

include fever, headache, tiredness, body aches, and swollen lymph glands. While the illness can last only a few days, even healthy people have reported being sick for several weeks. West Nile virus of the severe form can be fatal.

Reports from the public are critical in helping the district direct mosquito-prevention operations. Members of the public can report dead birds to the state hotline at 1-877-968-2476 or by visiting the California Department of Public Health’s website.

Health fair aimed at helping East County men The first East County Men’s Health and Wellness Fair will offer free screenings and health education, promote re-entry work and link men from the area and their families to medical services, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., on Saturday, June 18, at Pittsburg City Park, at 17th Street and

Railroad Avenue, in Pittsburg.

Attendees will be able to get shingles and pneumonia immunizations, Tdap booster shots, glucose testing, blood pressure checks, rapid onsite testing for HIV and hepatitis C, health education on substance abuse and addiction, prostate

awareness, benefits of cardiovascular exercises, CPR education and haircuts. The men’s health fair is being held in conjunction with the seventh-annual Juneteenth Celebration, in Pittsburg.

The health fair is being sponsored by Contra Costa Health Services, in partner-

ship with Souljahs, the American Heart Association, Walgreens and 1st Nor Cal Credit Union. Contra Costa Regional Health Foundation, Los Medanos Community Healthcare District and Supervisor Federal Glover provided funding support for the event.

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New owners take the helm at Byron’s Leer Vineyards

by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer

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The popular venue and winery Leer Vineyards is under new ownership. Former Discovery Bay residents Michelle and Ric Campos took over the reigns June 10.

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“We want this to be a community place, a family place where people can just come and enjoy themselves,” said Michelle.

“My husband was talking about retiring, but really, we have decided we are re-firing.

It’s a whole new adventure for us.”

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“It was always our dream to live in a vineyard, and this looked impossible, but it all fell into place,” said Michelle. “We feel God’s peace and rest here.”

The Campos’, who own S.W.I.M. Inc., a storm water and environmental business (which they will continue to run), have raised their family in the area and look forward to continuing to be active participants in the community on a little larger scale.

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It’s been barely a week since Michelle and Ric Campos took over ownership of Leer Vineyards in Byron, but the former Discovery Bay residents have already hit the ground running.

“We have had a couple of events that were planned before (the sale), and we’re having a 50th birthday party here on Saturday and a Father’s Day event on Sunday,” said Michelle. “It’s going really well, and we are kind of figuring out how to run this. We’re getting organized and putting our team together.”

The Campos’ finalized the sale of the popular venue and winery from Stefan and Tanisha Leer on June 10 and have done what they said they would do as the new owners kept the entertainment, trademark concerts and special events flowing along with the wine.

“Much of what the Leers have done so beautifully, we will continue to do and put our own flavor on it,” said Michelle.

“We plan to have a harvest party to dedicate the land and a farm-to-table popup dinner in early August.”

Although the Campos’ plan to change the name of the facility – an announcement is in the near future – for now, Michelle says they are just working on keeping things running and enjoying their amazing gift.

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Fire district may switch to elected board

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The East Contra Costa Fire Protection District Board will ask voters in November if they approve switching to a five-member elected board.

The move comes seven months after the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors agreed to pledge $312,000 to help open a fourth station if the district considered some changes, including switching to an elected body.

“This question has never gone to the public,” said Fire Chief Hugh Henderson. “I don’t know if there is ever a good time to do it, but this seems to be the right time to move forward, with the work of the task force (to get a fourth station reopened) and the request of the board of supervisors. As the cities and the county have appointed different directors, the discussion has always been that at some point this board needs to move forward, be on its own two feet and be an elected board.”

Since 2009, the cities of Brentwood and Oakley and the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors have appointed the nine board members. Prior to that, the board of supervisors served as the district board for the first seven years of its existence.

The district considered posing the question to voters in 2011, but scrapped the effort over concerns about its cost.

This time around, the board seems

poised to move forward, with the resolution passing in an 8-1 vote. Dr. Cheryl Morgan cast the lone dissenting vote.

Morgan said that having the district represented by an elected board would backfire. She expressed concern that the elected board will get rid of the contract with CalFire, which is currently used to serve parts of unincorporated areas of the district.

“I don’t think this will end up being good for the district,” she said.

“I think you are going to get back into a situation where Morgan Territory, Marsh Creek and now Byron are going to petition again and use whatever legal means they have to separate. There is no reason for us to be part of this district if we are eventually going to lose the Amador (CalFire) contract and have no fire service.”

Bethel Island resident Mark Whitlock expressed a similar concern.

“Logistically, for us in Bethel Island, we have a very big concern about having zero representation, with Brentwood and Oakley owning the lion’s share of voters,” he said.

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will only ask voters if they will approve switching to an elected board. If the measure receives a majority vote, the board seats would be filled in a separate election in November 2017. The initial election is slated to cost the district around $112,000.

Opinions varied among board members on whether future board members should be elected at large or by wards. If the district is broken into wards, a consultant would be brought in, costing an unknown amount.

This would ensure the wards are broken up evenly, based on population, and confirm no member of the populous is left unrepresented.

The majority of fire agencies in Contra Costa County are governed using elected boards, with the Moraga-Orinda Fire Protection District using a ward system and the San Ramon Valley and Rodeo-Hercules fire protection districts using an at-large system. The Contra Costa Board of Supervisors governs the nearby Contra Costa Fire Protection District and Crockett-Carquinez Fire Department.

Board president Joel Bryant said regardless of how the district board is cho-

sen, it would have a responsibility to represent every district resident.

“This district as a whole is responsible for fire protection,” he said. “Ward or no ward, the responsibility will be the same.”

Board members Randy Pope and Meghan Bell both expressed support for breaking the district into wards to ensure residents in unincorporated areas are adequately represented.

“I feel very strongly it should be by ward, and we (should) pay close attention to how the lines are drawn to make sure every type of area has representation, because it would be very easy for Brentwood and Oakley to steamroll the rest of the unincorporated, lower-density population areas,” said Pope.

Board member Erick Stonebarger countered that board members elected district-wide would be a better representation model, because each member could represent the entire district.

“I think the best representation for the district is a district-wide line,” he said. “Everyone would be able to vote for whomever was the best candidate to take that position.”

The district board plans to further discuss the matter at its June 20 meeting, which will be held inside the Oakley City Council Chambers, at 3231 Main St. The time of the meeting will be announced on June 18, at eccfpd.org.

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he Antioch Veterinary Hospital recently held its annual High School Seniors College Scholarships Award presentation. Winners of the $500 awards were selected based on their essays about why they want to go to college. From left, pictured are Krista Hammer (office manager), Andre Orozco (Freedom), Marisol Angeles (Antioch), Gage Smith (Deer Valley) and Michelle Delos Reyes (Dozier Libby Medical).

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Last week, I told you about a website where you can get your credit report for free on the Internet, at www.annualcreditreport. com.

I wanted to point out a dirty little trick some credit-card companies play that can erroneously lower your credit score, which you should watch out for.

Take a careful look at your creditcard accounts. There should be three dollar amounts listed for each account. First is your credit limit, next is your current balance and then your monthly payment. If your credit limit doesn’t show, your credit score is lower than it should be!

Here is what is going on behind the scenes of the credit-card industry. It is a highly competitive environment, and these companies are going after the same prospective customers. They will routinely search through the vast database of credit bureaus, looking for people with good credit to solicit. We’ve all received those offers in the mail to pay off your existing cards with this ‘new’ card at a lower

rate. If you get a lot of these offers in the mail, it means you have good credit scores.

Once the credit-card companies have you as a customer, they don’t want to lose you to a competitor. So in a defensive move, some of them will deliberately omit to post your credit limit, which shows up as a “0” on your report. When the credit-scoring computer looks at your file, it looks at the ratio of your outstanding balances against your available credit. By having a “0” credit limit on a few cards, it makes it look like you have ‘maxed’ out your credit lines.

This drops your credit score, making you less likely to be solicited by competitors. Tricky, huh? If this is happening to you, demand that your credit card accurately report your limit, or you will cancel your card.

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Father’s Day weekend at Dell’Osso Family Farm will be a bacon lover’s paradise, featuring Byron’s very own chef Roberto Rose, owner of the Byron Inn Café.

Rose is one of eight professional chefs from the Bay Area chosen to enter a cooking contest emceed by celebrity chef and TV personality Guy Fieri. On June 18 and 19, Dell’Osso Family Farm will be hosting the inaugural Baconfest, a celebration of America’s mightiest meat. The weekend will be filled with food vendors, beers, bands, kids rides, activities and the World Bacon Eating Championship, as well as the much anticipated cook-off contest, featuring California’s best chefs.

“I’m ecstatic to be part of the competition and want to put this town on the map,” said Rose, who will be introduced by Guy Fieri as the ‘Italian Cowboy.’

Originally from Napoli, Italy, Rose moved to the states as a teen and worked in upscale restaurants in San Francisco before he taking over the Byron Inn Café last October, bringing with him his farmto-fork philosophy. Rose makes everything in house, including the buns, bread, pizza dough, sauces and pasta, which he rolls out by hand on the bar.

“ I’m ecstatic to be part of the competition and want to put this town on the map.

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Roberto Rose owner, Byron Inn Café He will be cooking his signature ‘waffle’wich’ at the competition, which is a customer favorite at his café.

“The waffle’wich concept is something I actually dreamt about before adding it to the menu,” said Rose.

The waffle’wich is made with crispy bacon pieces, cheese and green onions cooked into a waffle batter; then, the waffles are used to sandwich crispy, fried chicken breasts topped with a fresh spring mix and sweet apricot aioli.

“For the competition, I will be modifying the recipe slightly to add more bacon, including two crispy, chipotle-candied bacon strips,” said Rose, who added that it will be featured at the café for a limited time after the competition.

The competition will take place Sunday, June 19, on the T.R.U.C.K. (Travelsee Baconfest page 9A

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Local chef Roberto Rose, owner of the Byron Inn Café in Byron, will bring his signature waffle’wich to the Baconfest cooking competition, which will be emceed by celebrity chef and TV personality Guy Fieri.

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The importance of goals and journal keeping during your divorce, pt. 1

Photo courtesy of Roberto Rose

Baconfest from page 8A ing Restaurant Ultimate Competition Kitchen), which resembles a transformer.

The T.R.U.C.K. is 70 feet long, with two custom competition kitchens; a massive, 18-foot media wall covered in HD largeformat display screens; and two sets of interactive displays that flank a theater-like stage.

“It’s my dream kitchen with all the bells and whistles,” said Rose. “I actually think it’s bigger than our entire café!”

According to his wife, Rose is ready for the competition and is hoping to see customers and familiar faces in the crowd.

“We absolutely hope the community will be there to cheer him on,” said Jennifer Rose.

Preliminary rounds for the mysterybasket style competition begin at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, after which four chefs will move on to round one of the cooking contest at noon. The final round of the contest is from 2:15 to 3:30 p.m.

The Baconfest will take place at Dell’Osso Family Farm, 501 Manthey Road, in Lathrop, and tickets are available at www.baconfest.com. Ticket prices are $25 for adults 15 and older, $12.50 for children 6 to 14 and children 5 and under are free.

Byron Inn Café is located at 16141 Byron Highway, in Byron. For more information, visit http://goo.gl/b6dHa9 or call 925-634-9441.

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Let’s begin with goal setting.

As the Cheshire Cat said in Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, “If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will take you there.” As you can imagine, you can feel a bit lost and directionless pretty quickly that way. When you set detailed goals for your divorce, including parenting, financial and emotional goals, you have a path to follow for those days when the emotional roller coaster of divorce seems overwhelming. If you choose not to envision life after your divorce, it’s easy to begin thinking like a victim, and that will only lead to unhappiness, today and possibly into the future.

The following are a few thoughts to get you started. Your goals should reflect your unique situation.

Children: I want my children to feel happy and well adjusted.

I want discipline of the children to be consistent between myself and my ex.

I want my ex and I to support each other in our parenting decisions.

I want to understand what my children need during the divorce.

I don’t want our children to feel like they have to

choose between parents.

I don’t want my children to have to change schools.

I want my children to continue their after-school activities.

Financial: I want to pursue a fulfilling and satisfying career.

I want to get out of debt.

I want my ex to live within his or her means.

I want to learn how to manage my money.

I want to save money for retirement.

I want to find someone to help me develop good money habits (such as a money coach or counselor).

Emotional: I want a respectful relationship with my ex.

I want to be treated fairly.

I want to feel less angry, frightened or anxious.

I want to find someone to support me emotionally during the divorce (such as a therapist or coach).

I want to listen or express myself better.

Stay tuned for more tips on journaling. If you or a friend needs assistance in a divorce or child-custody matter, contact the Law Offices of Silky Sahnan at 925276-0789. We hope these tips are helpful with an initial consultation.

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by Ana Hurt

Correspondent For the 12th year in a row, Brentwood is preparing for its Relay for Life event, a fundraising campaign and 24-hour march to promote awareness and support for those affected by cancer. The event will be held at Heritage High School on June 25, at 9 a.m.

This year’s theme is ‘Hollywood – Lights, Camera, Relay.’ Each team has a campsite, since the event goes overnight, and they are encouraged to decorate their site according to the theme. Participants include individuals and teams, who can preregister or register the day of the event. To date, this year’s relay has 32 teams and 166 participants.

Brentwood’s Relay for Life contributes thousands of dollars each year to cancer-related foundations, and this year, the organization aims to raise $115,000. More than a quarter of this amount has been raised already, thanks to hardworking teams and individuals.

However, most of the money is raised on the day of the event, according to Renee Mariani, event lead. In addition, Relay for Life continues to fundraise through August 31.

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This year’s Relay for Life Brentwood event will be held on June 25 and 26, at Heritage High School. Last year’s event, pictured above, raised thousands of dollars for the American Cancer Society.

Relay include Road to Recovery, The Hope Lodge and Look Good Feel Better. These foundations provide transportation, lodging and self-confidence to those battling cancer in the community. This event does much more than raise money, however.

“Relay is an opportunity for the com-

munity to connect with each other,” Mariani said. “Survivors and caregivers can meet other people who are going through, or have gone through, similar experiences. It brings the community closer as a whole - we camp out overnight and walk the track in the middle of the night to support those fighting the disease,

because cancer doesn’t sleep, so neither will we.”

For the many survivors, taking part in this event provides a sense of hope. For Survivor Chair Denise Plummer, this effect is incredibly personal.

“I’ve always done it in memory of my mom, but this year it’s a little different, since I’m doing it for myself,” Plummer said. “The biggest thing is being able to fight back and find a cure.”

Throughout the 24 hours, five different events remind participants of all the different aspects of dealing with this disease. The survivors and caregivers laps take place at the beginning of the day, to celebrate those who beat cancer and those who helped them. The luminaria ceremony takes place at the end of the day, so participants can honor and remember the loved ones they’ve lost to cancer with personalized lanterns.. The fight-back ceremony takes place the next morning, at the end of the event, when participants pledge to continue fighting the disease.

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Rockin’ with East County’s Public Eye East County’s popular rock band, Public Eye, will be performing at the Harvest Time Festival, held on July 9 and 10, at Brentwood City Park.

Public Eye is a rock band playing hits and crowd favorites spanning multiple decades. The band has been performing professionally since 1993 and has headlined many festivals, private and corporate events and charity functions throughout that time.

Founding member Steve Marvel provides most of the lead vocals and is joined by founding member Mike Simmons on bass guitar and vocals. Jimmy Cook provides multi-dimensional guitar performances with solid backing vocals.

Rick Spitaleri is the talented keyboard player and is also featured on lead vo-

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cals throughout the show. Jim Hamilton provides the foundation with rock-solid drumming and vocal support on many tunes.

The Harvest Time Festival will be

held at 710 Second St. Hours are from 10:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, visit www.facebook. com/HarvestTimeFarms.

Coming to Cap’s for a night of laughs Kirk McHenry will be headlining a weekend of comedy at Cap’s Oak Street Bar and Gill, on Friday, June 17, and Saturday, June 18.

Born and raised in Oakland, McHenry has acquired a wealth of knowledge from life

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Do they really fight like cats and dogs?

Cats and dogs have long been depicted as ardent foes, consistently getting into scrapes with one another, but are those claims exaggerated?

Many cats and dogs peacefully coexist in their homes, where their divergent personalities combine to make life more interesting. Cats and dogs tend to have different body language, but that should not be mistaken for opposition.

For example, a boisterous puppy that excitedly approaches visitors with its tail wagging is showing friendliness. According to the animal experts at SlimDoggy.com, a resource for dog food, fitness and fun, cats interpret wagging tails as signs of anger or displeasure. Dogs like to sniff their friends and get to know them, but cats don’t like this attention.

When sniffed, cats may run off, unintentionally triggering dogs’ natural predator instincts. Such an instance is a rough way for cats and dogs to begin a relationship, and it’s easy to see how such an introduction can lay a poor foundation for their relationship.

Cats and dogs also have different social styles. While a cat may be con-

tent to be alone and approach visitors cautiously, dogs tend to be sociable and rush into situations if they think there is fun to be had.

Despite these differences, cats and dogs can peacefully coexist. One way to foster a good relationship between them is to control their initial introduction. If possible, separate the animals initially, giving cats a chance to warm up to their new situation. Upon introducing the two, it may be best to have the dog on a leash, so that you can control its desire to lunge.

Calmness is key; do not force the cat to come to the dog or vice versa.

Reward calm behavior with treats. Repeat these steps until the pets appear to be used to each other.

It’s important that pet owners recognize that, while cats and dogs may peacefully coexist in a home most of the time, their natural instincts may kick in every so often. Just separate the pets if they have a tiff.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Keeping a leg up on spider bites Just like Little Miss Muffet on her famous tuffett, a spider came and sat down beside my mom; but unlike the famous children’s story, Mom was not frightened away.

She didn’t see Senior the big, bad spider orner coming and never felt the bite it took on her leg. A small red spot grew over a few days, and then her leg swelled up with painful tightness from just below the knee to her foot.

Marla Now both she and I Luckhardt were frightened.

A doctor visit resulted in a trip to the emergency room to check for possible clots that can be caused by the swelling, and the heat from her leg suggested that there was also an infection.

An ultrasound determined there luckily was no clot, but the infection from the spider bite was severe enough to warrant antibiotics and some rest, elevating the leg.

Spider bites are nothing to take lightly, and I can recall a few times when I woke up with a huge red welt on a part of my body, not knowing how or when it happened - you don’t always feel it.

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you can expect regardless of the species of spider in question. Some can cause headaches, sweating, nausea, fever, swelling and joint pain.

No matter what, you should always call or visit your doctor, since you don’t know what reactions you will have, even days after the initial contact with the culprit. Spider bites differ with regards to how poisonous it is. It’s never worth taking the risk if you don’t know what kind of spider has bitten you, as the venom injected into the body could cause serious health problems or even death.

No matter what kind of spider bites you, you will notice a puncture mark where it has actually pierced your skin. It may be hard to see without a magnifying glass, and in Mom’s case, that is exactly what the doctor used to see it.

A good example of this is the bite of the black widow spider. You will see two clear puncture marks on the skin, which initially appear red and begin itching.

As the body tries to protect the area, it will send fluid to the area. This will cause swelling, not just around the puncture mark, but also around surrounding the whole limb that has been affected. So, if you’re bitten on the foot, you might expect swelling that extends past the ankle and even up the leg.

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Obviously, not all bites are from spiders. Sometimes, that pesky mosquito bite just needs a little hydrocortisone cream and time to heal. While most bug bites and stings are harmless, some can be dangerous if not treated properly, especially if you have an undiagnosed allergy to some particular bug venom, or if that bug is a disease carrier.

It’s summertime and lots of insects are around, upping our chances for contact, so be aware of your skin and any changes.

If you are at all unsure of the

severity of a bite, call your doctor. Pain, swelling and fever are three real clues that something is wrong, but they are not always the only symptoms.

Mom is doing well, but my best advice is to check out any bite. It can take a few days to a week to have a severe reaction, and staying on the side of caution is crucial. For me, I personally prefer interaction with only butterflies and ladybugs.

Marla Luckhardt is a Brentwood resident who works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. Visit her website www.marlasreferrals.com or email her at marla2054@aol.com.

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Tea and Vintage Fashion Show The Immaculate Heart of Mary Church will be hosting its eighthannual Tea and Vintage Fashion Show, on Saturday, June 25, at 500 Fairview Ave., in Brentwood, from 12 to 3 p.m.

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BART seeking tax to fix rail system

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) system could stay on track to accomplish a long list of projects if voters approve a $3.5 billion bond in November.

The money would be used to improve safety, increase train reliability and reduce traffic on the 107-mile, decades-old system.

“Right now, the system is 40-plus years old, ridership is growing and everything about the system is aging, so this is an effort to modernize the system,” said BART Board Director Joel Keller, who represents East County residents.

The measure will appear on Contra Costa, Alameda and San Francisco county ballots, the only three over which BART has taxing authority. If approved by a combined two-thirds majority, property-tax bills will increase in Contra Costa County by an average of $37 a year for 30 years. The exact amount would depend on the assessed value of property.

The proposed measure is being described by transit officials as a ‘fix-it first plan,’ with 90 percent of funds slated to repair and replace critical safety infrastructure and 10 percent aimed at relieving crowding and increasing access to stations.

The aging railway averages 129 million trips annually and various physical parts of it are coming to the end of their useful lives, often causing mechanical failures that lead to delays, BART officials said.

If approved, officials say there would be 40 percent fewer delays caused by mechanical issues than occur today.

“This bond measure is practical; it’s dedicated to fixing what we have,” said BART Board President Tom Radulovich. “We have a responsibility to keep our system safe and reliable, while getting the maximum value out of taxpayers’ investment.”

Keller said the agency and its riders are doing their part to fix the aging system, but more funds are needed. A bi-annual fare increase adopted in 2013 is slated to generate a total of $325 million for capital improvement projects by 2020, and the agency has put half a billion dollars in operating funds into its capital improvement budget over the last decade, according to Keller.

“We are trying to reduce the need of taxpayers, but at the end of the day, we have things that are not very glamorous,” he said.

“The power, track and stations are 40-plus years old. Our signaling system is (more than) 40 years old.”

Key improvements slated to occur if the measure is approved include replacing 90 miles of worn, original rail; modernizing the train control system, which should result in fewer delays and reduced wait times between trains; replacing or adding electrical substations to maintain and improve service reliability; and replacing the emergency generators and backup power supplies responsible for continuous power to train control, communication equipment and emergency lighting.

For Contra Costa County residents, the

transit agency is promising to explore parking options for at-capacity stations, as well as improving access to facilities, which could include bus lanes or bike stations. Officials also say they plan to refurbish or replace broken escalators to improve reliability of the Pittsburg-Bay Point line, which carries 8,200 people hourly during rush hour.

“Of (the measure), 10 percent will go to access, which for us out here could mean improved parking opportunities,” Keller said.

The measure comes while the agency is already working to improve the system. Plans are to expand the existing fleet of 669 cars with 775 new ones, beginning in the fall. There are also plans to increase the size of a Hayward maintenance facility to accommodate up to 1,081 cars. A 10-mile eBART extension between Hillcrest Avenue in Antioch and the Pittsburg-Bay BART station is expected to open in 2018. Keller said the opening of the eBART station would be a boon for area residents, who often complain to him that the area has been paying taxes to BART since the 1970s without much to show for it.

When asked for the exact amount of taxes paid by Contra Costa County residents since BART’s inception, BART Spokesman Jim Allison said “I’m not aware of any total figure of Contra Costa taxes that’s available.”

However, Keller said he thinks local riders will be impressed with the new eBART system.

“Once people notice how modern and convenient the system will be, I think they will understand we are getting something

that other areas are not,” he said. “Livermore is still studying an extension, and they have paid BART taxes for (more than) 40 years.

Hercules is still studying a rail extension, and they have paid BART taxes for (more than) 40 years. We are ahead of other communities that are in the same boat that we are in. They have paid into the BART system with both property and sales taxes for a long time and have not a lot to show for it.”

However, there are some who are displeased with the way the transit agency has been spending its money.

Former BART Board Member Arlo Smith points to concerns expressed by state Sen. Steve Glazer, (D)-Orinda, who represents the East Bay area. Glazier has expressed dissatisfaction about the recent $1,000 bonuses given to the transit system’s 3,357 employees amid a need for $9.6 billion in capital improvements.

“I think Sen. Glazer has proven there are some serious issues and financial mismanagement with this agency,” Smith said. “Until I see some reforms in the finances of this system, I am going to oppose this measure.”

Others believe the measure is vital to BART’s future.

“BART is absolutely the most important transit investment in our region,” said Amy Worth, former member of the Contra Costa Transportation Authority. “The reliability is extremely important.”

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A simple strand of thread is being woven into to an international organization, inspiring women in the Brentwood and Antioch area to sew dozens of dresses for young girls.

Thanks to Dress a Girl Around the World and the enthusiasm of Peggy Wheaton of Brentwood, there is now a growing group of women enthusiastically using new fabrics, bright colors and artistic embellishments to create these dresses for the international program. Dress a Girl Around the World is a campaign under Hope 4 Women International, bringing dignity to women around the world by sewing and sending them dresses.

In April, six people from the Brentwood Neighborhood Church, which Wheaton attends, traveled to a refugee camp near Amman, Jordan, where they distributed 80 of the group’s creations to schoolgirls.

“We distributed these dresses at a school set up to educate refugees,” said David Mason, associate pastor at the church.

“It was a unique privilege to give them to children, many of whom had never had a new dress of their own.”

Wheaton first heard about the Dress a Girl program while visiting a friend. As she did some research on the nonprofit, she says she was moved and excited. A realtor and entrepreneur, she quickly got involved

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Peggy Wheaton, foreground, shows off the colorful dresses created locally to support the international Dress a Girl Around the World program. with a sewing group in Antioch, the Delta Sowers. She attended their monthly fabric cutting and sewing sessions for a year in Antioch, and in March, she launched a new chapter in Brentwood, with the women she recruited opting for the name Precious Threads.

The group, which meets monthly in her home, sets up a day-long workshop on one Saturday a month, where she sets up long tables and women set up their own sewing machines to piece together the garments. Others concentrate on cutting more fabric into kits needed for each dress, inserting them into small plastic bags and distribute them among themselves and

other eager seamstresses, to be assembled at their own homes. In just a few sessions, the group, which numbers about 20 local women, has already completed hundreds of dresses.

“We’re also starting to make shorts for boys and sent along a couple dozen for them to the Jordan orphanage, which is the second largest refugee camp there,” said Wheaton.“We’ve had between 10 and 19 ladies (in attendance) each month.”

Thanks to financial donations of the project by both the women who sew and other community supporters, the group members are also able to tuck a new pair of underwear into each dress and boys’

trouser pockets. Next, they are preparing a shipment for Haiti, which will be used at a local orphanage.

Each piece of clothing gets a specially designed label, bearing the group’s name and location. The group members also pray over the clothing and for their beneficiaries.

Not everyone supporting this outreach sews, but are enthusiastic supporters of the international effort. Mary Gabriel, of Discovery Bay, quickly became a dedicated shopper at garage sales and thrift stores, finding sales and bargains at a variety of locations.

“I hit the garage sales on Saturday, and everywhere I go, I find what we need,” she said. “Walmart gave us a $50 gift card, too.

I really feel that God is blessing us, because everywhere I go, I find what we need.”

In fact, as the Brentwood group was forming, they realized they needed a special machine, called a serger, which helps with seam edges. Suddenly, one was found in a friend’s house, unused, and was donated.

Others donate sewing items, including patterns and buttons. For her part, Wheaton has dedicated an entire room to the new endeavor, with shelves bursting with a rainbow of fabrics, as well as completed dresses and shorts.

The next sewing session has been scheduled for Saturday, July 2. For more information, contact Peggy Wheaton at 925783-5964 or peggywheaton@pacbell.net or visit www.dressagirlaroundtheworld.com.

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Talk About Town Looking for a way to cool off?

The Discovery Bay Community Center Pool is now open for public recreational swim on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays, from 1 to 6 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 6 p.m. The pool is closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information, call 925-392-4575.

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Speaking of water havens, Discovery Bay’s Ravenswood Park’s splash pad is currently under repairs for at least a partial reopening this summer.

There’s still no definite date though, so check in with the parks and recreation department at 925-634-1733 for updates or more information.

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While we’re on the water wagon, the City of Brentwood has expanded its recycled water fill station’s hours to seven days a week, Mondays through Fridays, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It will still be closed the day of and day after measurable rainfall and cityobserved holidays.

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If you’re interested in watering yourself in addition to your plants, the City of Brentwood is offering water-aerobics classes at the Brentwood Family Aquatic Complex. Classes are Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8 to 9 a.m., and Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. You can register for a 12-class session, but if you’re worried your summer calendar won’t allow it, the drop-in rate is now only $5 per class. For more information, call 925-516-5444. The complex’s regular hours are from 1 to 6 p.m., Mondays through Fridays, and noon to 6 p.m. on weekends.

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Families can also take a refreshing dip and catch a slippery slide at the Antioch Water Park, open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., seven days a week.

Admission is $12 on weekdays, $14 on weekends and only $6 after 4 p.m. For more information, call 925-776-3070.

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EDITORIALS, LETTERS & COMMENTARY

Letters

Actions or dress?

Editor: Well, both would make for a nice balance.

Seems we have a bit of a feud in town over the way Mayor Taylor has dressed on some occasions. We’ve seen him in a white suit, we’ve seen him in an orange suit and we’ve even seen him in a turkey suit, raising money for the hungry at Thanksgiving.

The latter is commendable; the others don’t appear to be purpose driven.

Nevertheless, he has offended some, particularly at the prestigious Shellie Awards ceremony in Walnut Creek, where Brentwood thespians received a well-deserved award. The mayor’s representation of Brentwood was not considered commendable, mostly due to his attire.

Mrs. Gaughan has been vilified in local letters to the editor for expressing her and others’ embarrassment at the mayor’s attire at that event, after seeing the mayor later in a ‘conservative’ business suit for his reelection campaign announcement.

So, confusion reigns … do clothes make the man? As one interpretation of a Shakespearean soliloquy goes, “don’t bling yourself out (or be gaudy), and be true to yourself.”

I think the mayor could strike a better balance, if not for Brentwoodians, perhaps at least for those on ‘the other side the hill.’

Kermit Sveen Brentwood

Scooters not a crime

Editor: I am a local homeowner and business owner, with a 12 year old who loves to ride his scooter.

At the moment, we currently have to drive to Livermore to find a skate park that is safe for him to ride at, as the Brentwood Skate Park does not

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allow scooters. It allows BMX bikes and skateboards to ride simultaneously ... but not scooters. My child has gone there multiple times with all the required riding equipment, but has been turned away and forced to ride in the street or whatever parking lot he can find.

I cannot get an answer as to why these children are being turned away.

Are scooters more dangerous than skateboards or bikes? I would argue that they are the safest of the three. Please shed some light on the subject, and help us get scooters admitted to the local park.

These Brentwood children are missing out on an opportunity to interact with local kids who have similar interests and are forced to watch as other kids enjoy themselves in a Brentwood public park.

Art Doria Brentwood

Sunset Celebration

Editor: On Thursday, June 23, Shepherd’s Gate will be hosting their 10thanniversary Sunset Celebration with a delicious dinner, touching live testimonies from graduates, a raffle and tours.

We would like to thank the following businesses for sponsoring our event or participating in our donation drive in May - Thermal Comfort; Jack Stone Insurance Agency; Brentwood Cabinets and Painting; Blue Star Co.; Cerro Vista Land and Development; Renewed Life Church; Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory; Yogurt Pizazz; and Max Martial Arts.

Stephanie Fischer Shepherd’s Gate

Mayor not an honest politician

Editor: (Mayor Bob Taylor’s) clothes don’t matter, but his dishonesty should matter to every Brentwood citizen.

Before the last election, he told the children of Brentwood Elementary that if he were reelected, he would build a park on the vacant land at the corner of Griffith Lane and Balfour Road. He told at least two different classes of children this same lie.

As we can see, that land is being

filled up with a whole lot of new houses ... no park. Honesty is the best policy and much more important than clothes.

How could anyone even think about re-electing such a liar?

Nancy Leonardson Brentwood

Lots of things to ponder

Editor: The May 20 edition of The Press brought up some interesting areas for comment.

The transgender bathroom issue seems to be a tempest in a teapot, unless you are one of those North Carolina nutballs. Logic and common sense would seem to indicate that a person would use the bathroom of the gender they identify as.

The letter from Greg Miller regarding fire protection brought up all the old lies and misconceptions that keep our firefighters from being adequately paid and our fire stations open. Do your homework people! The problem is with property-tax allocations brought about by the ill-conceived Prop 13.

These are the same false arguments that were used to defeat the ballot issue that would have fixed the problem.

Renters don’t pay property taxes directly, but you can bet that landlords pass that cost on when establishing rental rates.

Once again, a little common sense goes a long ways.

The overcrowding in our school classrooms is a disgrace! Our teachers are underpaid and overloaded, while at the same time, we have five school districts, each with an overpaid superintendent and admin staff. Why not consolidate Byron, Brentwood, Liberty, Knightsen and Oakley into one district with one superintendent and one admin staff ?

And finally, the biggest problem with government today is the incumbents.

From local city government to the U.S. Congress, we are swamped with the same old people. Most of the candidates running for District 3 Supervisor are the same old public-trough feeders looking for a new free ride. Same old faces, same old crap.

Bill Sumner Brentwood

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HIGH SCHOOLS, RECREATION & SIGN-UPS

Amateurs roll with the senior pros

by Kyle Szymanski Staff Writer

For many of the loyal bowlers of Harvest Park Bowl, last weekend’s appearance at the center for the Professional Bowlers Association’s Northern California Senior Classic Pro-am was anything but routine.

As the 104 youth and adult competitors lined up on the lanes, the top senior bowlers in the world joined them, adding an awe-struck dimension to the usual sport of bowling.

“This is awesome - freaking awesome,” said Doug Campbell, as he carried a bowling pin adorned with the autographs of legends Pete Weber and Walter Ray Williams, Jr. The pros, normally staunch competitors, were no doubt focused on the Northern California Senior Classic that wrapped up Wednesday, but tournament play took a back seat to friendly conversation interspersed with tips only professionals could provide.

Harvest Park regular Cody Herzog, 13, relished in the experience. After taking to the lanes, he walked up and down the facility, watching the elite bowlers play out their games.

“It was a very good experience, and allaround, I felt I did amazing,” said Herzog, who was the first-place handicap winner.

“They were very talkative and gave me a few pointers.”

Not far away, 12-year-old David Bronner also carried around a pin. Midway through the adult portion of the pro-am, his

pin had autographs. He admitted he wasn’t the greatest bowler in the world, but that didn’t prevent him from getting the most out of the event.

“I’m not that good at it, but it was a lot of learning,” he said. “They give you a lot of advice.”

While most amateur competitors were focused on getting the most out of their time with the pros, it didn’t stop them from showing off their skills.

Bowler Patrick Dabatos walked away with a $100 scholarship as the scratch winner, with a 833 total. Herzog, who also won a $100 scholarship as the handicap winner with a 1,754 total, joined him. Youth bowler Shelby Throntveit ended her day with a scratch total of 759, securing a $100 scholarship as the winner of her division. Mia Rose’s handicap total of 1,643 paved the way for her to leave with a $100 scholarship as the handicap winner of the youth female division.

Adult bowlers Clark Walmer and Richard Laplante both won $275, after their scratch totals of 876 and 844, combined with their professional partner’s totals of 816 and 842, left both tied with a grand total of 1,692.

“This was a great event, and this was just the pro-am,” said Bob Damico, Harvest Park tournament co-director and youth coach.

The Northern California Senior Classic wrapped up Wednesday. For complete results of the pro-am, visit www.harvestparkbowl.com.

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obyn McCarthy tries to bring down Addrianna Hachler during the Liberty High School powderpuff game, during which the senior squad squeaked out a 16-14 victory. Senior Jayden Tolentino was named the MVP in the contest. The contest benefited Liberty’s football program.

Rider accelerates through motocross circuit

by Michael Dixon Correspondent

O’Hara Park seventh grader Anthony Belt hasn’t been involved in motocross for a long time, but he has certainly made an impact, receiving an American Motorcyclist Association plaque for the winter series, placing second overall and recording two wins.

According to Belt’s family, his quick success stems from a lot of hard work and interest in the sport. Additionally, motocross has helped Anthony in other areas of life.

“He has a year in training as of last April,” said Anthony’s father, Scott. “He trains four or five days per week and is very dedicated and hardworking. There are no rider’s stats that he doesn’t know. It’s also helped his grades. He knows that he needs to keep them up if he wants to do it, and now he’s getting A’s and B’s.”

Anthony began with motocross riding trails. A group of schoolmates who raced on tracks got him into that form of racing, which is where he still participates.

Now that school is out, Anthony can shift all of his focus to motocross, which is what he plans on doing. Over the summer, he plans to work a lot with trainer Terry Bostard, focusing on how to make himself better

Local motocross racer Anthony Belt is quickly advancing in the sport.

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in the sport with the goal of competing against better and potentially elite racers.

“After I’m done training hard, maybe (I will) try to make it to Loretta’s,” Anthony said, referring to the Loretta Lynn Amateur Motocross championship, a prestigious amateur event in Tennessee.

While that goal is lofty, Anthony’s performances so far

against far more experienced racers make the goal seem at least plausible.

“He’s going up against kids that have been riding for five, six, seven and eight years,” Scott said. “He’s only been doing it two. He’s not quite even with them, but he’s up there.”

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BVAL announces all-league teams

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Heritage High School ace Kevin Milam was recently named the Bay Valley Athletic League MVP.

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The action has come to a stop in the high school sports spring season, and the league recently announced its all-Bay Valley Athletic League squads.

Boys’ Tennis MVP: Josh Ea, Deer Valley First Team: Kyle Matabuena, Freedom; Numan Najib, Arian Azevedo, Antioch Second Team: Herman, Austero, Rigel Sison, Will Bartolini, Heritage Honorable Mention: Peyton Jose, Aiden Tilcock, Jacob Roeder, Freedom; Kevin Chen, Jose Saucelo, Heritage Sportsmanship Award: Numan Najib, Ant; Josh Ea, Deer Valley; Aiden Tilcodk, Freedom; Herman Austero, Heritage; Ethan Raygoza, Liberty; Steven Nguyen, Pittburg Boys’ Volleyball MVP: Josh Johns, Antioch First Team: Jordan La Bier, Jake Perkey, Cameron Mucio, Ramon Mayorga, Antioch; Carson Zollars, Eric Krueger, Deer Valley; Chandler Hancock, Heritage; Ifeanayi Udoh, Filippo Ziliani, Tamire Wingfield, Pittsburg Second Team: Littlejohn Overstreet, Antioch; Christian Lopez, Daniel Allen, Freedom; Nathan Honrada, Ryan Del Rosario, Heritage; AJ Bustamante, Liberty; Duy Troug, Billy Gutierrez, Pittsburg Honorable Mention: Marqui Manzon, Vince Moris, Antioch; Jake

Mouton, Marc Reus, Nick Mooney, Justin Buenaventure, Deer Valley; Sean Bigay, Jose Manuel, Freedom; James Ned, Keegan Carey, Heritage; Alex Heaney, Liberty; Dajon Wright, Pittsburg Sportsmanship Award: De’Andre Ruffin, Antioch; Jeremy Evans, Deer Valley; Christian Lopez, Freedom; James Ned, Heritage; Connor Cunningham, Liberty; Billy Gutierrez, Pittsburg Boys’ Golf First Team: Kirabo Reed, Liberty; Kamren Carey, Carson Borrelli, Matt Petures, Steven Plate, Heritage; Luke Morris, Anthony Diaz, Jacque Morris, Ryan McKenna, Deer Valley; Omar Ilayan, Freedom Baseball MVP: Kevin Milam, Heritage First Team: Noah Daubin, Bubba Dentori, Alex Robinson, Chris Troye, Tyler Franks, Walker Brinkman, Heritage; Bryce Prybylinski, Anthony Fugazzi, Andrew Flores, Liberty; Victor Anguiano, Brady Crump, Antioch, Derek Lanter, Deer Valley Second Team: Jake Cosgrove, Jake Cruce, Heritage; Josh Cordova, Antioch; Justin Tamelier, Neftaly Perez, Deer Valley; Stirling Strong, Connor Blair, Keith Hale, Mason Fountain, Jon Davis, Liberty; Jose Vasquez, Isaiah Franklin, Dominic Arias, Greg Drolet, Pittsburg, Brodie Garner, Kevin Lonergan, Freedom Honorable Mention: Josh Salmon,

Evan Schneiderman, Nick Hartman, Josh McEvoy, Koby Williams, Jose Dominguez, RJ McDowell Antioch; Jordan Gartner, Josh Shifflett, Liberty; jack Ellsworth, Jack Lacy, Pittsburg; Tyler Toland, Jason Gavello, Nasser Issa, Deer Valley; A J Gessini, Seth Salter, Trystin Solari, Anthony Soto, Freedom Sportsmanship Award: Cameron Combs, Antioch; Alex Marvilla, Deer Valley, Thomas Cole, Freedom, Junior Muniz, Heritage, Austin Amgur; Christian Blevins, Pittsburg Softball MVP: Vanessa Strong, Freedom First Team: Vanessa Strong, Kalissa Heihn, Freedom; Katherine Hall, Alyssa Kirk, Riley Ehlen, Tamia Lee, Anyssia Ramirez, Morgan Hess, Heritage; Abriana Arzaga, Deer Valley; Michaela Foisy, Jessica Jones, Liberty Second Team: Ayanna Sanchez, Nicole Nooteboom, Julia Odom, Antioch; Desttany Parker, Deer Valley; Edith Derby, Allyson McBoom, Bri Ibarra, Shannon Coston, Marissa Gonzales, Freedom; Madison Silay, Kylee Barrios, Heritage Honorable Mention: Bria Horace, Pittsburg; Breanna Evans, Deer Valley; Kyra Gallego, Alexus Coleman, Liberty Sportsmanship Award: Marissa Moody, Antioch; Jesenia Arzaga, Deer Valley, Breanna Fernandez, Freedom; Clarissa Im, Heritage; Hailey Boone, Liberty; Madisyn Leffle, Pittsburg

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Steamrolling the competition

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he Delta Rollers recently won the Oakley Tuesday vs. Thursday Bocce Finals. The Rollers are comprised of Jerry Dilke, Agnes Gordon, Steve Wassel, Hank and Carmen Ramirez and Mike and Suzanne Naylor.

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Wildkatz kickoff season The West Coast Wildkatz of the West Coast Soccer Club and Women’s Premier Soccer League (WPSL) will soon play their first games in Mountain House, Tracy and Brentwood.

Liberty High School’s Devyn Gilfoy, Delanie Sheehan, Robyn McCarthy and Lauren Sisneros will make their WPSL debut this year with the league franchise WildKatz. Gilfoy, Sisneros, Sheehan and McCarthy all joined the West Coast Soccer youth system in 2014 and rapidly developed into top-flight players, all of whom contributed to the West Coast Wild team earning four straight state titles and back-to-back national championships.

All four soon earned athletic soccer scholarships to attend colleges on the West Coast. Sheehan will be going to the UCLA, Sisneros to UNLV, McCarthy to Fresno State and Gilfoy to Pepperdine University.

“I cannot wait to get started and continue my development under coach Troy Dayak,” said Gilfoy, who grew up playing in the Brentwood Youth Soccer League with Sisneros, McCarthy and Sheehan, before joining West Coast in 2014. “We have had such great success as a youth team and I’m excited to meet the challenge of the WPSL.” McCarthy added, “Playing with West Coast Wild gave me the expo-

Photo courtesy of the West Coast Soccer Club

The West Coast WildKatz are made up of the top local talent in the area. The entire roster will be heading off to play in college after the Women’s Premier Soccer League season. sure and training to take my game to the next level. I’m super excited to be able to continue my soccer career and play in the WPSL right here close to home.”

Head coach Troy Dayak is equally as excited.

“It’s always great to have local players as the core of the team, especially (those) who are homegrown and go through our youth system,” he said.

“I’m excited to add these four young ladies to an outstanding roster for the summer and look forward to putting an exciting brand of soccer out on the

fields for our fans.”

This will be the Wildkatz fifth season in the WPSL, which was formed in 1998 and is now the highest level of women’s amateur soccer in North America. Dayak, a former professional, Olympic and national team player, founded the West Coast Soccer Club in 2011. The club is committed to developing players to the highest level possible.

Tickets can be purchased at the gate on game day. For more information, visit www.westcoastsoccerclub. com.

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A Revocable Living Trust (“RLT”) is a legal document created during your lifetime that allows you to leave your real and personal property to beneficiaries of your choice. An RLT is very much like a Will with one BIG exception: there is no Probate with an RLT. This means that your RLT and the property in it will not be made public or subject to court supervision.

Given the high cost of probate proceedings in California, which can easily be 4-6% of the fair market value of the assets irrespective of the debt against the assets, this is reason enough - especially if you own any real property. In most cases, the cost of transfer of title with an RLT is few hundred dollars. Also, there is a minimal time delay incurred in transferring assets to beneficiaries with an RLT because no court approval is required. In a probate, it can take years to transfer title.

RLTs are called “living” because they are created while you are alive and your property is legally transferred to the trust when you create it. RLTs are “revocable” because you may, at any time prior to your death, revoke or change them. In fact, as there are changes in your life including marriage, divorce, the death of a beneficiary, or a change in financial or property situation, you should have the RLT reviewed by an attorney in order to ensure the changes are properly reflected in the Trust.

While you are alive, you still own all of the property that has been transferred to your RLT. You can still sell the property in the trust, borrow against it, spend it or give it away. Assets in an RLT are treated much the same as direct ownership of property for income tax purposes. There are no additional taxes, tax returns or any necessity for

separate tax payer identification.

Sometimes people say they are not concerned about probate fees because they are not going to be around. However, an RLT can be very important to you when you are alive because if you become incompetent due an accident or illness there can be an easy transfer of management of your property and affairs without the necessity of a court appointed conservator.

Sometimes people are worried that RLT will cost a lot of money and take a lot of time to set up and maintain. For most people, an Estate Plan, including an RLT and all of the ancillary documents including a Power of Attorney and Healthcare Directive, should not cost more than $2,000-$2,500. Most attorneys allow people to make payments over time for the work. If you have separate property from a prior marriage or business interests that need to be included, it may be more, but then it is even more important that you properly plan for distribution of your assets in accordance with your wishes and without the prying eyes of the public and court system.

If you have real property in the state of California or elsewhere, you should carefully consider how you are currently holding title to the property and whether an RLT may be a better idea for you. I see people every day for a FREE 30 minute consultation in Walnut Creek and Brentwood.

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Legals is to attend the scheduled sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: First American Title Insurance Company 6 Campus Cir, Bldg 6, 1st Floor Westlake, TX 76262 First American Title Insurance Company MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE FOR TRUSTEES SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (916)939-0772 NPP0284203 To: OAKLEY PRESS 06/17/2016, 06/24/2016, 07/01/2016. Oakley Press No:03-0477/70192. Publish Dates:

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003418-00 The name of the business: Blue Line Property Management Located at: 5087 Lone Tree Way In: Antioch, CA 94531 is hereby registered by the following owner: ABJ Enterprises Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/27/- 16. Signature of registrant: Michael Barbanica, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 27, 2016

by Deputy C Garcia Expires 5/27/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70132 Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003198-00 The name of the business (es): WM Landscaping Located at: 5034 Ranch Hollow Way In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Wilson Lugo 2. Marcela Mendez This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Wilson Lugo. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 19, 2016

by Deputy C Pittman Expires 5/19/2021 Antioch Press No. 061617/- 70020 Publish dates: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2016

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003248-00 The name of the business: Plummer’s Heating, Sheetmetal & Air Conditioning Located at: 610 W. 10th St. In: Antioch, CA 94509 is hereby registered by the following owner: Robert Alan Plummer. This business is conducted by: An Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Robert Alan Plummer. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 23, 2016

by Deputy L. Barajas Expires 5/23/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617/- 70076 Publish dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016.

JUNE 17, 2016

CITY NOTICES

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Notice is hereby given that the City Council of the City of Brentwood will hold a public hearing at 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the normal course of business permits on June 28, 2016, to consider the following matter: A resolution amending the City of Brentwood 2015/16 Cost Allocation Plan, Compensation Plan, and Schedule of City Fees as it relates to (1) a new fee to recover administrative costs associated with the use of consultant planning services; (2) the removal of an existing fee for the use of construction water in development projects; and (3) a new fee to recover costs for permits associated with the use of commercial photovoltaic systems. Said hearing will be held at the City Council Chambers, 150 City Park Way. Further information may be obtained from Planning Manager Erik Nolthenius [(925) 516-5137 or enolthenius@ brentwoodca.g- ov] in the Community Development Department of the City of Brentwood, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513. If you challenge the City Council’s action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Brentwood City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. Dated: June 10, 2016 Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk.

Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70154. Publish Date: June 10, 17, 2016.

NOTICE INVITING BIDS 1. Bid Acceptance. The City of Brentwood (“City”), will accept sealed bids for its Non-Potable Water Distribution System Phase III, CIP Project No. 59259170 (“Project”), by or before Thursday, July 7, 2016, at 2:00 p.m., at its City Clerk’s office, located at Brentwood City Hall, Third Floor, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, California 94513.

The bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at Brentwood City Hall, 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, CA 94513.

2. Project Information.

2.1 Location and Description.

The Project is located at Grant Street between O’Hara Avenue and Fairview Avenue, and is described as follows: This work includes extension of existing 12-inch main non-potable waterline, extension of existing 20-inch potable waterline, installation of a new 8-inch non-potable waterline, connections to existing irrigation systems, horizontal direction drilling operations, jack and bore operations, and traffic control, complete and in satisfactory condition, all as shown on the plans and/or as specified herein.

2.2 Construction Time.

The planned timeframe for beginning and completion of construction of the Project is 60 working days.

2.3 Engineer’s Estimate. The City Engineer’s estimate for the cost of construction cost is: $1.5 million.

3. License and Registration Requirements.

3.1 License. This Project requires a valid California contractor’s license for the following classification(s): Class “A” or combination of Class “C” Specialty Contractor’s License(s).

3.2 DIR Registration. City will not accept a Bid Proposal from or enter into a contract with a bidder without proof that the bidder and its subcontractors are registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”) to perform public work under Labor Code Section 1725.5, subject to limited legal exceptions.

4. Contract Documents. Bidders must obtain an electronic copy of the Contract Documents directly from the City of Brentwood.

The Contract Documents may be obtained at no charge by sending an email to: engineering@ brentwoodca.gov or by calling 925-516-5420. The City may reject a bid submitted by a bidder that did not obtain the Contract Docu-

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ments from the City as required.

5. Bid Proposal and Security.

5.1Bid Proposal Form. Each Bid must be submitted using the Bid Proposal form provided with the Contract Documents.

5.2 Bid Security. The Bid Proposal must be accompanied by bid security of ten percent of the maximum bid amount, in the form of a cashier’s or certified check made payable to the City of Brentwood, or a bid bond executed by a surety licensed to do business in the State of California on the Bid Bond form included with the Contract Documents.

The bid security must guarantee that upon award of the bid, the bidder will execute the Contract and submit payment and performance bonds and insurance certificates as required by the Contract Documents within ten days after issuance of the notice of award.

6. Prevailing Wage Requirements.

6.1General.

This Project is subject to the prevailing wage requirements applicable to the locality in which the Work is to be performed for each craft, classification or type of worker needed to perform the Work, including employer payments for health and welfare, pension, vacation, apprenticeship and similar purposes.

6.2 Rates. These prevailing rates are available online at http:// www.dir.ca.gov/DLSR. Each Contractor and Subcontractor must pay no less than the specified rates to all workers employed to work on the Project. The schedule of per diem wages is based upon a working day of eight hours. The rate for holiday and overtime work must be at least time and one-half.

6.3 Compliance. This Contract is subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the DIR, under Labor Code Section 1771.4.

7. Performance and Payment Bonds. The successful bidder will be required to provide performance and payment bonds for 100% of the Contract Price.

8. Substitution of Securities.

Substitution of appropriate securities in lieu of retention amounts from progress payments is permitted under Public Contract Code Section 22300.

9. Subcontractor List. Each bidder must submit the name, location of the place of business, and California contractor license number, DIR registration number, and percentage of the Work to be performed for each Subcontractor who will perform Work or service or fabricate or install Work for the prime contractor in excess of one-half of 1% of the bid price, using the Subcontractor List form included with the Contract Documents. No more than 50% of the Work may be performed by Subcontractors.

10. Instructions to Bidders. Additional information is provided in the Instructions to Bidders, which should be carefully reviewed before submitting a Bid Proposal. City of Brentwood/s/ Margaret Wimberly MMC, City Clerk; Dated: June 17, 2016. Brentwood Press No:021273/70189. Publish Dates: June 17, 24, 2016.

istration 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 in this court as follows: a.

Date: June 23, 2016 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Dept: 14. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553 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 four months from the date of issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

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: Matthew R. Eason, Eason & Tambornini, ALC Sacramento, CA 95811 916438-1819 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273/70065 Publish Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on Jan 2016. Signature of registrant: Andrea Morrison. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 9, 2016 by Deputy C. Garcia Expires 5/9/2021 Brentwood Press No. 021273/70102 Publish dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016.

trant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Shawna Garvin. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 27, 2016 by Deputy A Vasquez Expires 5/27/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70098 Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016

NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700-21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on the 28th day of June 2016, at 10:00 A.M., on the premises where said property has been stored and which are located at: Discovery Bay Storage 2400 Newport Drive Discovery Bay, CA. 94505 County of Contra Costa, State of California, the following: ADRIENNE SMITH JAMES FERNSTROM KEVIN WELLMAN ROBERT REIMANN TENESHA BOLDWARE REX FAIR ALFREDO GARRIDO JOSEPH ZINGALE JAHNINA WEST DAN JARDIN DEBORAH TERRY RIKKI KNIGHT ANTONIO TAYLOR-BOYD CHRISTY POWELSON MARIA SALVADOR Property including but not limited to: kennel, kids basketball hoop, bed frame, mattresses, bikes, adult & children’s clothing, wheel chairs, office chairs, office furniture, kitchen table and chairs, miscellaneous boxes & plastic tubs, couch, dressers, Christmas dÈcor , patio furniture, vintage furniture, floor lamp, hat boxes, baskets, folding table, desks, gas cans, pots and pans, dishes, televisions, blankets, ice chest, exercise equipment, beach chairs, door, file cabinet, electric stove, carpet, luggage, kids toys, lamps, shop vacuum, books, gumball machine, aquarium and stand, washer, dryer, life vest, table, chairs, vacuum, fishing poles, fishing net, futon, animal carrier, ironing board, wall pictures, laundry basket, dresser, tvs, ladder, bed frames, boating tube, tent, sleeping bag, fan, posters, hand truck, wall clock, file cabinet, out board motor, tool box, tools, shovels, refrigerator, white board, plastic organizing containers, commercial signs, miscellaneous bags and totes, and other miscellaneous household items.

Purchases must be paid for at the time of purchase in cash only. All purchased items sold as is. Sale is subject to cancellation in the event of settlement between owner and obligated party. Terms, rules and regulations are available at sale.

Auction to be conducted by Auctioneer Forrest O’BrienCalifornia Bond No. 00104533207 and/or Donna Wilson Ca Bond No. 0562039.

(408) 712-8019. Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70139. Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003655-00 The name of the business: Byron Smoke Shop Inc. Located at: 13530 Byron Hwy In: Byron, CA 94514 is hereby registered by the following owner: Bryron Smoke Shop Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on May 2016. Signature of registrant: Jasvir Singh Shahi, Secretary. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 8, 2016 by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 6/8/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70179 Publish dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003179-00 The name of the business : TLC Display Consulting Located at: 626 Ray Ct In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Thomas L. Credelle.

This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/20/15. Signature of registrant: Thomas L. Credelle. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 18, 2016

by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 5/18/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70084. Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916- 939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting. com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9551-4213. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd.

Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766- 7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Kim Coker, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0283358 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 06/- 17/2016, 06/24/2016, 07/01/- 2016. Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70158.

Publish Dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Francis, Gary, deceased CASE NUMBER P16-00679 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Francis, Gary, deceased A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Housing Group Fund Corporation in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Dennis Lanni be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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 admin-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003381-00 The name of the business: Body Mind Balance Located at: 8368 Brentwood Blvd. Ste B In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Clara Edlyn Matthews. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Clara Matthews. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 26, 2016 by Deputy V. Lorado Expires 5/26/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70115 Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003263-00 The name of the business: Lux Salon & Spa of Discovery Bay LLC Located at: 2465 Discovery Bay Blvd. In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 is hereby registered by the following owner: Lux Salon & Spa of Discovery Bay, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Lisa Baker - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 24, 2016

by Deputy J. Crawford Expires 5/24/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70075 Publish dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003503-00 The name of the businesses: 1. LeMor Permanent Cosmetics 2. LeMor Micropigmentation Institute Located at: 100 Layfayette Circle, Suite 200 B In: Layfayette, CA 94549 is hereby registered by the following owners: Yolanda Moore, Roy Moore This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Yolanda Moore. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 2, 2016 by Deputy V. Lorado Expires 6/2/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70112 Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002979-00 The name of the business: Decor and More Staging Located at: 2450 San Simeon Ct In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 is hereby registered by the following owner: Andrea Lee Morrison. This business is conducted

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003208-00 The name of the businesses : 1. Sipes Consulting 2. Delta Networks 3. Delta Networks Consulting Located at: 1281 Arlington Way. In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: David Sipes. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: David Sipes. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 19, 2016 by Deputy V. Lorado Expires 5/19/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70061 Publish dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003421-00 The name of the business (es): East Contra Costa CC Challenge Located at: 1481 Loring Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shawna Garvin. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The regis-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003502-00 The name of the business: DisneyGirl Bowtique Located at: 1601 Apricot Way In: Brentwood, CA 94513 is hereby registered by the following owner: Heather Del Chiaro.

This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Heather Del Chiaro. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 2, 2016 by Deputy H. Franklin Expires 6/2/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70110 Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003660-00 The name of the business: Autonova Located at: 1110 Erickson Rd. In: Concord, Ca. 94520 is hereby registered by the following owner: Nasrat Sadaat. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Nasrat Sadaat. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 9, 2016 by Deputy H. Franklin Expires 6-9-2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70180 Publish dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003215-00 The name of the business (es): Graham Consulting Services Located at: 6625 Yellowstone Cir. In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ryan Graham This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Ryan Graham. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 20, 2016 by Deputy L Woods Expires 5/20/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70024 Publish dates: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2016 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003003-00 The name of the business: We Are Church Located at: 1205 Taylor Road In: Bethel Island, CA 94511 is hereby registered by the following owners: 1. Jonathan Gee 2. Steve Cook This business is conducted by: An Unicorporated Association-other than a Partnership.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/2016. Signature of registrant: Jonathan Gee - President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 10, 2016

by Deputy Jonathan Gee - President Expires 5/10/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/69976 Publish dates: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9551-4213 TSG Order No.: 150176838-CA- VOI A.P.N.: 073-270-068-7 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 02/05/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 02/- 14/2007 as Document No.: 2007-0045065, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: ALMA C CABADING, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 07/- 11/2016 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2041 MORRO DR, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to- wit: $309,173.32 (Estimated) as of 06/17/2016. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. 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

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Ofelia Sanchez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Ofelia Sanchez CASE NUMBER: N16- 0828 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Ofelia Sanchez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Erick Alejandro Sanchez to Proposed Name: Erick Alejandro Bermeo.

2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 07/21/16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above.

3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: April 7, 2016 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 021273/69975 Publish Dates: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9986-9748 TSG Order No.: 730-1602070-70 A.P.N.: 098374-006-9 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/20/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 11/13/2006 as Document No.: 2006-0363155-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: SHIRLEY WASHINGTON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 07/11/2016 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 113 RIVERSIDE DR, BAY POINT (Unincorporated Area), CA 94565-3021 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to- wit: $248,508.18 (Estimated) as of 06/17/2016. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled

time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916- 9390772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www.nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 9986-9748. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766- 7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting. com or Call: 916-939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Nicole Rodriguez, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only.

NPP0283787 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 06/17/2016, 06/24/2016, 07/01/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70181. Publish Dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800- 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000004637765. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AUCTION.COM, LLC 800-280-2832 www.auction. com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795- 1852 Dated: 05/24/2016 NPP0282398 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 06/- 10/2016, 06/17/2016, 06/24/- 2016. Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70092.

Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 24, 2016.

in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 07/- 06/2016 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1006 MEPHAM DR, PITTSBURG, CA 94565- 3700 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to- wit: $347,318.57 (Estimated) as of 06/10/2016. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, 916- 939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site, www. nationwideposting.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 95514107. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd.

Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766- 7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.nationwideposting.com or Call: 916939-0772. NBS Default Services, LLC, Joseph Cho, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event

you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only. NPP0282314 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 06/10/2016, 06/17/2016, 06/24/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70086. Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 24, 2016.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916- 9390772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 00000005791314. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: NATIONWIDE POSTING & PUBLICATION A DIVISION OF FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY 916-939-0772 www.nationwideposting.com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795- 1852 Dated: 05/19/2016 NPP0282245 To: BRENTWOOD PRESS 06/- 03/2016, 06/10/2016, 06/17/- 2016. Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70036.

Publish Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916- 939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA13- 564726-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 6457711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-13-564726-JP IDSPub #0108739 6/3/2016 6/10/2016 6/17/2016. Brentwood Press No: 02- 1273/70077. Publish Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000004637765 Title Order No.: 140176150 FHA/VA/PMI No.: 0429149531702 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/07/2011. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 03/17/2011 as Instrument No. 2011- 0056477-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: RONEAL PRAMENDRA RAM, A SINGLE MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 07/18/2016 TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: PLEASANT HILL COMMUNITY CENTER, 320 CIVIC DRIVE, PLEASANT HILL, CA 94523 IN THE AUCTION.COM ROOM. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 141 RIVERSIDE PLACE, BAY POINT, CALIFORNIA 94565 APN#: 098322-012 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $196,485.48.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9551-4107 TSG Order No.: 8582930 A.P.N.: 086-250038-6 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 04/25/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 04/29/2005 as Document No.: 2005-0151944-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: JESSICA N. LEE, A MARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 00000005791314 Title Order No.: 8613670 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/21/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER & WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/31/2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0248878-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: CONSUELO BARRERA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND JOSE RAUL ORTIZ, AN UNMARRIED MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 07/06/2016 TIME OF SALE: 1:30 PM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2311 FIELDGATE DR, PITTSBURG, CALIFORNIA 94565 APN#: 097-500-065-4 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $331,122.75.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-13- 564726-JP Order No.: 130128055-CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/- 26/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GREGORY W WEBB AND DARIA L WEBB, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 2/1/2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 0036793-00 and modified as per Modification Agreement recorded 6/18/2012 as Instrument No. 2012- 0143356-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 6/27/2016 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $606,278.11 The purported property address is: 763 ALLEN COURT, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 013290-061-4 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

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 037-382-045 TS No: CA07000183-16-1 TO No: 160025997-CA-VOI NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED February 28, 2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On July 5, 2016 at 10:00 AM, at the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on March 6, 2008, as Instrument No. 20080047783-00, and that said Deed of Trust was modified by Modification Agreement recorded on February 26, 2015 as Instrument Number 2015- 0033532-00 of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by STEVEN AUSEMUS AND ANGELA AUSEMUS, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for INDYMAC BANK, F.S.B., A FEDERALLY CHARTERED SAVINGS BANK as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1171 DEERPARK ROAD, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $397,602.69 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right.

The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. Notice to Potential Bidders If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a Trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a Trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off

may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same Lender may hold more than one mortgage or Deed of Trust on the property. Notice to Property Owner The sale date shown on this Notice of Sale may be postponed one or more times by the Mortgagee, Beneficiary, Trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about Trustee Sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call In Source Logic at 702659- 7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07000183-16-1. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: May 27, 2016 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA07000183- 16-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252- 8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Miguel Ochoa, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.insourcelogic. com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ORDER NO. CA16-001884-1, PUB DATES: 06/10/2016, 06/17/2016, 06/24/2016. Oakley Press No: 030477/- 70097. Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 24, 2016.

TION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 601 Chandon Court, Oakley, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 037-262-014-6 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

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. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 518,587.43.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)- 960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.altisource.com/- MortgageServices/- DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2013-00956-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Date: May 21, 2016Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 Automated Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource. com/- MortgageServices/- DefaultManagement/- TrusteeServices.aspx For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (866) 240- 3530 Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC

MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Oakley Press No:03-0477/70046. Publish Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15- 689056-CL Order No.: 150259459-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/- 16/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): MARK CHRISTIE AND DENISE E. CHRISTIE, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 11/30/- 2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0458910-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/6/2016 at 1:30PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $303,106.77 The purported property address is: 4113 NULL DRIVE, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 074- 261-021 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale.

If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916- 939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http:// www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-15- 689056-CL .

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and

exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-15-689056-CL IDSPub #0108958 6/10/2016 6/17/2016 6/24/2016. Antioch Press No: 06-16,17/- 70116.

Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 24, 2016.

trant: Paul Alarab. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 25, 2016 by Deputy N. Harper Expires 5/25/2021 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273/70193 Publish dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2013-00956-CA A.P.N.:037-262-014-6 Property Address: 601 Chandon Court, Oakley, CA 94561 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/05/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: Harry S.D. McGee, Jr, a married man as his sole and seperate property Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Recorded 10/14/2005 as Instrument No. 2005- 039430000 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 06/29/2016 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale: At the north side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass located at 65 Civic Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $ 518,587.43 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIA-

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following persons has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Aladino’s Pizza Brentwood at 4411 Balfour Road Ste A. Brentwood, CA 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on November 8, 2011 under File No. F-0007399-00 (*1) Hardev Singh 4411 Balfour Road Ste A., Brentwood, CA 94513 2.Gurvinder Kaur 4411 Balfour Road Ste A. Brentwood, CA 94513 (**) This business was conducted by: Co-Partners.

Signature: Hardev Singh. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 24, 2016 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70047 Publish dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Tao Li SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Tao Li CASE NUMBER: N16- 1085 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Tao Li filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. An Li to Proposed Name: Andy Li. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a.

Date: 8/3/16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 6/3/16 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70133 Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003455-00 The name of the business : Sina’s Nails & Spa Located at: 4532 #A Main St In: Oakley, CA 94561 is hereby registered by the following owner: Thao Thi Rose. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 5/31/- 16. Signature of registrant: Thao Thi Rose. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 31, 2016 by Deputy N. Harper Expires 5/31/21 Oakley Press No. 03-0477/- 70100 Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003258-00 The name of the business: Thinkers’ Land Located at: 5432 San Martin Way In: Antioch, CA 94531 is hereby registered by the following owners: 1. Claudia Ivette VenegasJimenez.

2. Stefanie Venegas.

3. Michelle Jimenez Venegas.

This business is conducted by: A General Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on n/a. Signature of registrant: Stefanie Venegas, Michelle Venegas. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 23, 2016 by Deputy L. Barajas Expires May 23, 2021 Antioch Press No. 061617/70160 Publish dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 2016.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Vicente Gabriel Jimenez SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Vicente Gabriel Jimenez CASE NUMBER: N160911 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner Vicente Gabriel Jimenez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Vicente Gabriel Jimenez to Proposed Name: Vicente Gabriel Rios. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 7/22/16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Oakley Press b. Must bring proof of residency to the hearing. Date: 5/20/2016 Judge of the Superior Court Oakley Press No. 03-0477/70034 Publish Dates: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following persons has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Sina’s Nails and Spa at 4532 Main St A Oakley, CA 94561.

The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on 9/29/2015 under File No. F-0006253-00 (*1) Xua Kim Mai 3030 Cleveland Pl., Antioch, CA 94509 (**) This business was conducted by: An Individual. Signature: Xua Kim Mai. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: June 1, 2016 Antioch Press No. 061617/70175 Publish dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003320-00 The name of the business: Paul’s Welding Service Located at: 4203 Dubhe Ct. In: Concord, Ca 94521 is hereby registered by the following owner: Paul Alarab. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of regis-

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Vivian Clayton SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Vivian Clayton CASE NUMBER: N16- 0951 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Vivian Clayton to Proposed Name: Vivian Jenkins.

2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted.

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 7/20/16 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 14 Room: 212 b.

The address of the court is same as noted above.

3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Oakley Press Date: May 24, 2016 Judge of the Superior Court Oakley Press No. 03-0477/- 70045 Publish Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0002964-00 The name of the business: Jaime Ascencion Dominguez Located at:3525 Dimaggio Way In: Antioch, CA 94509 is hereby registered by the following owner: Jamie A. Dominguez. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jamie Ascencion Dominguez. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 6, 2016 by Deputy H. Franklin Expires 5/6/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617/70033 Publish dates: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003102-00 The name of the business (es): Armenta Landscape Co. Located at: 3224 S. Francisco Way In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Samuel Armenta. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/16/- 16. Signature of registrant: Samuel Armenta.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 16, 2016 by Deputy C Pittman Expires May 16, 2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617/- 70002 Publish dates: May 27, June 3, 10, 17, 2016 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003274-00 The name of the business: KangaZoom Antioch Located at: 501 Auto Center Dr. In: Antioch, CA 94509 is hereby registered by the following owner: Andreas Angels, LLC. This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Marcus Jefferson, COO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 24, 2016 by Deputy J. Crawford Expires 5/24/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617/- 70048 Publish dates: June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2016.

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PG&E from page 1A check. The town then made plans for this unexpected revenue, including repairing the pickleball courts at Cornell Park, but the money has still not shown up.

Dina Breitstein, finance manager for the Town of Discovery Bay, said the process has been less than simple.

“The district has not collected any monies from PG&E,” Breitstein said.

“When we reached out to PG&E, their representative asked us to invoice them in four separate invoices. The district did as instructed and invoiced them on May 19 with four invoices per their request two for $5,000 each and two for $6,000 each, for a total of $22,000.”

This total is what was promised to the town in the form of a $5,000 grant to the community center and $17,000 to the town for new playground equipment at the Roberta Fuss tot lot on Newport

Old River from page 1A “Knightsen School District has been an outstanding school district for decades, and we will continue to offer the excellent programs that we have always provided for students.”

Many of the students who will attend Old River attended Knightsen last year.

Estrada explained that the Knightsen campus had become crowded, and staff looks forward to splitting students between the two campuses. She has been busy this spring, getting the school in shape for the new school year. Most exciting of all is the new, 9,000-square-foot, multi-purpose building, which features basketball and volleyball courts, a kitchen and an outdoor stage area for the performing arts.

“With the addition of the new multiuse room the campus will be a full-service campus to (all our) students next year,” Estrada said. “The district is looking forward to continued growth and continued educational excellence on both campuses.”

Parents in the district, especially in the new developments in The Lakes neighborhood, are enthusiastic about having

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PAINTING SERVICES PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the City of Brentwood that sealed proposals will be received until Thursday, July 14, 2016 by 12:00 p.m. The City of Brentwood invites qualified painting contractors to submit proposals to provide painting services for street lights and fire hydrants located within the city limits. Interested parties must obtain an electronic copy of the RFP Document (via e-mail) at no charge by emailing: cziemann@brentwoodca. gov. Brentwood Press No: 021273/70212. Publish Date: June 17, 2016.

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“To date, we have yet to receive a response to the email or invoices sent,” Breitstein added. “The town is not involved in collecting the $5,000 for the school district, as they are a separate entity.”

According to Debbie Gold, superintendent for the Byron Union School District, although PG&E presented the district with a novelty check at a Discovery Bay town meeting, no real monies have been forthcoming.

Tamar Sarkissian, a spokesperson for PG&E, says the money is indeed on its way.

“The funding is approved; we are currently processing it,” Sarkissian said.

“We expect to deliver the checks (to the town and the Byron Union School District) sometime in August.”

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a new school so close to home. Brittany Deacon, a life-long resident of Discovery Bay, looks forward to sending her son to kindergarten at Old River.

“Knightsen has always been a great school, and there’s been a lot of growth and a lot of parents are excited,” said Deacon, the newly elected parliamentarian for the school’s Parent Teacher Club (PTC). “The test scores have always been great, and so have the student to teacher ratios, which Mr. Witte has been big on.”

The club, while brand new, is full of excitement. The five officers have received plenty of support from the district and the Knightsen PTC. “We don’t have much in the works yet, as far as fundraising, but we are setting up the calendar now,” Deacon said.

“A big goal for us is that we want to utilize what the community has, the local businesses, like Callahan’s Ice Cream and UnWined. We are going to support and target local business in our fundraisers. This is a great community, and everyone knows everyone else. Just knowing that my son can grow up here and go to a good school makes me feel so great.”

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he popular band, The Department of Rock, entertained the crowds at at the Discovery Bay Marina last weekend, during the free Rockin’the Bay concert event sponsored by the Discovery Bay Community Foundation. The family-friendly event was open to the public and featured great music, beer, wine and food from The Boardwalk Grill. Proceeds from the event will benefit myriad programs and groups in Discovery Bay. For more information on the next event, visit www.dbcf.info.

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NANCE NO. 970. THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 14th day of June 2016, by the following vote: AYES: Barr, Bryant, Clare, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: Stonebarger ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Brentwood Press No:021273/70215. Publish Date: June 17, 2016

AMEND SECTION 5.04.060, TAX RATE [TITLE CLARIFICATION] AMEND SECTION 5.04.240 TO CLARIFY VOTER ADOPTION OF THE CHAPTER; REPEAL THE FOLLOWING CHAPTERS OF TITLE 5: 5.08, BUSINESS LICENSE SURTAX; 5.12, AMUSEMENTS; 5.14, MECHANICAL OR ELECTRONIC GAMES; 5.16, AUCTIONS; 5.20, CLEANING AND DYEING ESTABLISHMENTS; 5.28, CONTRACTORS; 5.32, HOTELS, RESTAURANTS, VEHICLE COURTS AND MULTIPLE DWELLING UNITS; 5.36, HOUSE MOVERS; 5.40, OCCULT ARTS; 5.44 PACKING AND PROCESSING PLANTS; 5.64, TRUCKING AND HAULING; AND ADD A NEW CHAPTER 5.08, BUSINESS TAX CERTIFICATION: SUPPLEMENT, AND A NEW SECTION 5.08.010, UMBRELLA BUSINESS LICENSE THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 14th day of June 2016, by the following vote: AYES: Barr, Bryant, Clare, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: Stonebarger ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC

City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Brentwood Press No: 02-1273/70216. Publish Date: June 17, 2016.

Stonebarger, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None And was adopted at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 14th day of June, 2016, by the following vote: AYES: Barr, Bryant, Clare, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: Stonebarger ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Brentwood Press No: 021273/70217. Publish Date: June 17, 2016.

TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE

BY ADDING CHAPTER 17.795 (ORIGINALLY INTRODUCED AS CHAPTER 17.780) RELATED TO WIRELESS FACILITIES (FOR FACILITIES NOT COVERED UNDER SECTION 6409(a) OF THE MIDDLE CLASS TAX RELIEF AND JOB CREATION ACT OF 2012) THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 24th day of May, 2016, by the following vote: AYES: Barr, Bryant, Clare, Stonebarger, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None And was adopted at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 14th day of June, 2016, by the following vote: AYES: Barr, Bryant, Clare, Taylor NOES: None ABSENT: Stonebarger ABSTAIN: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain

a full understating of all changes.

A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating.

Brentwood Press No: 021273/70218. Publish Date: June 17, 2016.

PROPOSED ORDINANCE 973 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD TO AMEND THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE TO RENAME TITLE 5 TO BUSINESS TAXES AND REGULATIONS;

ORDINANCE 972 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD APPROVING A REZONE (RZ 16-001) TO AMEND TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE

BY ADDING CHAPTER 17.790 RELATED TO WIRELESS FACILITIES (FOR FACILITIES COVERED UNDER SECTION 6409(a) OF THE MIDDLE CLASS TAX RELIEF AND JOB CREATION ACT OF 2012) THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 24th day of May, 2016, by the following vote: AYES: Barr, Bryant, Clare,

ORDINANCE 971 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD APPROVING A REZONE (RZ 16-001) TO AMEND

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003289-00 The name of the business : All-Ways Green Services Located at: 1618 Butte Street In: Richmond, CA 94804 is hereby registered by the following owner: All-Ways Service Providers. This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/13/2000-Alameda County.

Signature of registrant: Jeffrey Gordon, President.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 25, 2016 by Deputy L. Barajas Expires May 25, 2021 Brentwood Press No. 021273/70213.

Publish dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 8, 2016.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15- 694849-CL Order No.: 730- 1509165-70 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/16/- 2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): Stanley E. Howard, an unmarried man Recorded: 3/30/2006 as Instrument No. 20060097689-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 6/27/2016 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the North side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass, located at 65 Civic Avenue Pittsburg, California 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $421,790.41 The purported property address is: 2507 CATHY CT A& B, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 076-532-009-8 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property.

You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888- 988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-15- 694849-CL . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common

designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations.

QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888-988-6736 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

TS No.: CA-15-694849-CL IDSPub #0108329 6/3/2016 6/10/- 2016 6/17/2016. Antioch Press No: 061617/- 70037. Publish Dates: June 3, 10, 17, 2016.

may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888- 988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-16- 700207-JP . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale.

If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations.

QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888-988-6736 Or Login to: http:// www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp.

TS No.: CA-16-700207-JP IDSPub #0108812 6/17/2016 6/24/- 2016 7/1/2016. Antioch Press No: 061617/- 70082. Publication Dates: June 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-16- 703533-BF Order No.: 160041438-CA-VOI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/22/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): PHILIP G VAUGHAN AND TERRY L VAUGHAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 1/3/2007 as Instrument No. 20070001939 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/6/2016 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Community Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction.com Room Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $403,532.67 The purported property address is: 3400 SUNWOOD COURT, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 052- 261-031 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 800- 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA16- 703533-BF . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10

days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations.

QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 6457711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-16-703533-BF IDSPub #0108049 6/3/2016 6/10/2016 6/17/2016 Antioch Press No. 061617/- 69994 Publish dates: June 3, 10, 17, 2016

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 sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 888- 988-6736 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-16- 704091-BF . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid.

The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE . Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 888-988-6736 O r Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 6457711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-16-704091-BF IDSPub #0108520 6/10/2016 6/17/2016 6/24/2016. Antioch Press Np:061617/70064. Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 24, 2016.

recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL- 220 o FL-270) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten la custodia de sus hijos. La corte tambiÈn le puede ordenar que pague manutención de los hijos, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar a un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca .org) o poniÈndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE: The restraining order on Page 2 remains in effect against each parent until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. This order is enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of it.

AVISO - Las Ûrdenes de protección que aparecen en la pagina 2: continuará en vingencia en cuanto a cada parte hasta que se emita un fallo final, se despida la petición ol la corte dÈ otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órden puede hacerla acatar en cualquier lugar de California. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all of part of the fee and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no pueda pagar la cuota de presentación pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puedo ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte.

1. The name and address of the court are: (El nombre y dirección de la corte son): Van Nuys Courthouse East, 6230 Sylmar Ave. Los Angeles, CA 91401 2. The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, la dirección y nómero de telÈfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Kelly Whitfield 113 E. Marathon Rd. Altatdena, Ca 91001 Date (Fecha): April 8, 2016 Clerk, by: (Secretario,por) Arthur Ceja, Deputy (Asistente) Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273/70136 Publish Dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-16- 700207-JP Order No.: 15- 0005784 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/14/- 2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): CRAIG A. WILMES, AND KELLY A. WILMES Recorded: 3/28/- 2003 as Instrument No. 2003-0141786-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/11/2016 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the North side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass, located at 65 Civic Avenue Pittsburg, California 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $36,661.28 The purported property address is: 2829 MAYFLOWER DRIVE, ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 052- 122007-9 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

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0003407-00 The name of the business : KRS Finance & Consulting Located at: 2517 Roca Drive In: Antioch, CA 94509 is hereby registered by the following owners: Kenneth Silva and Catherine Silva. This business is conducted by: Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on January 1, 2011. Signature of registrant: Kenneth Silva. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: May 27, 2016 by Deputy V. Loredo Expires 5/27/2021 Antioch Press No. 06-1617/- 70096 Publish dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 1, 2016.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-16-704091- BF Order No.: 730-1601773- 70 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/15/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial C ode and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Daniel A Crume, an unmarried man Recorded: 2/28/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0061250-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 7/6/2016 at 1:30 PM Place of Sale: At the North side of the Pittsburg Civic Center near the grass, located at 65 Civic Avenue Pittsburg, California 94565 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $317,018.02 The purported property address is: 2716 SAN GREGORIO CT, ANTIOCH, CA 94531-6612 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 053- 090-031-5 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

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magine walking down the aisle on your wedding day on a private outdoor veranda at a

country club, framed by meticulously groomed gardens and greens, with views of Mount Diablo, extravagant sunsets or twinkling, starry night skies.

If your dream wedding is indoors, picture yourself walking through a Mediterranean-style clubhouse, where sunlight falls through skylights onto tall, white, marble columns and an atriumstyle lobby. Best of all, you don’t have to belong to a country club to make either of these luxurious weddings a reality.

Discovery Bay Golf & Country Club is one of Contra Costa County’s most elegant and picturesque destinations for saying “I do,” offering exceptional service, delicious food, affordable prices and wonderful ambiance that transforms any vision into a dream wedding. The country club, known for its broad lawns, gorgeous lakes, colorful flowers and grand willow, poplar and ash trees, is available for rental to both members and nonmembers. Indoor and outdoor sites make the perfect spots for wedding ceremonies and receptions.

“Our grounds and clubhouse are beautiful, providing so many stunning, photographic locations,” said Jenelle Tissot, the club’s food and beverage manager and event coordinator. “Having a wedding here is an intimate and unique experience, because we do not overbook our location to ensure we can give each guest special attention and an experience ON THE COVER: The Discovery Bay Golf & Country Club offers a dramatic, romantic backdrop for weddings of all sizes, tastes and budgets.

Photo by Discovery Bay Studios Wedding Photography

The Mediterranean-style architecture at the Discovery Bay Golf & Country Club, offers a unique, one-of-a-kind ambiance for weddings, with on-site catering and event-planning services. catered to their vision.”

From start to finish, the staff at the club helps with all of the details, from menu planning, timeline and other special touches, to make your customized, oncein-a-lifetime day memorable. In addition to the on-site wedding coordinator, who helps plan the perfect event, brides and grooms work with culinary staff to plan a sit down or buffet-dinner package.

“Our wedding was everything and more,” said bride Samantha Aranda. “The chef was spectacular, and all of my guests complimented the food. There was a huge selection of salads, pastas and pota-

toes, and the chicken cordon bleu was spectacular. I could not have asked for our wedding day to go any more perfectly.”

Besides delicious food, Discovery Bay Golf & Country Club gives wedding parties extra time to set up. Since the club hosts only one event per day, wedding parties have unlimited access to the venue the entire day of the wedding, prior to the event start time. Other amenities include silver and all basic linens (one tablecloth and napkin color choice), tables and chairs, a wedding food tasting with the booking, a bridal suite, dance floor and optional valet parking.

“In all of our research, we have never met a more dedicated or professional event coordinator,” said groom and Brentwood resident Alex Tuveson. “I would recommend Discovery Bay Golf & Country Club to anyone who is looking for a wedding venue. We can’t thank them enough for making our wedding something that we will cherish and remember for the rest of our lives.”

Discovery Bay Golf & Country Club is located at 1475 Clubhouse Dr., in Discovery Bay. For more information, visit www.dbgcc.com or call 925-634-0700.

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Donate, recycle, reuse for a greener wedding

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ometimes, a wedding can be a testament to excess. In order to make an impression and please every guest, couples often go above

and beyond with regard to food, favors, flowers and much more at their weddings.

At the end of the night, couples might be left with a good deal of food and other items that go to waste.

That is, unless they donate the excess to someone who can use it.

Leftover wedding food, flowers and wardrobes can be donated and make a difference in other people’s lives. By asking a few questions and doing a little legwork, you can turn items that would be discarded into something that goes on to help another person.

Food - Food is one area of the wedding that’s often prepared in abundance, particularly for buffetstyle weddings. In order to keep chafing dishes filled and inviting, catering halls or restaurants often prepare much more food than is necessary. At the end of the night, there are usually plenty of leftovers. Some caterers may contract with food-recovery groups to take leftover food and bring it to the needy. You can ask your caterer if they do so. If not, do an online search for a food-recovery organization and find out how you can donate the remainders of your wedding feast.

Clothing - Bridesmaid dresses and formal wear are seldom worn again, unless you are a person who has mastered the art of turning pink taffeta into a new

ensemble. However, you may be able to donate a dress or suit to a consignment store or thrift shop, where it can be purchased and worn by someone who may not be able to afford an off-the-rack item. You can also consider donating it to an organization that provides clothing to the underprivileged. Some people offer wedding clothing for sale at deep discounts through newspaper classifieds or online, where it can also live on in someone else’s closet.

Floral arrangements - Wedding centerpieces can last for several days before they wilt. While friends and family members may take some home, several centerpieces will likely be left at the end of the night. Think about bringing them to a hospital, hospice center or nursing home. The flowers can help brighten the day of others who are in somber settings. If you cannot find a place that will take them, consider dropping one or two of them off at the home of an elderly relative who might be confined to their home.

Favors - Provided your favors have not been engraved with a date or names, you may be able to return extras to the store. There’s also the possibility of making them available to a couple planning their wedding and looking to cut costs wherever possible.

Or, take the favors home and send one out to any person who gives you a gift or a card, but wasn’t able to make it to the wedding.

Weddings do not have to be wasteful. If you put your mind to it, you can find ways to reuse items featured on your big day.

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ong before many couples stand in front of an officiant and say, “I do,” they make another pledge to each other by getting engaged and

agreeing to begin a new life together.

In a 2011 survey by from XO Group, Inc., formerly The Knot Inc., the average engagement ring costs Americans $5,200. Considering engagement rings are typically once-in-alifetime purchases, many men say the high cost is warranted and are even willing to finance the purchase or push their budgets to procure a beautiful ring.

Many engagement rings feature a 1-carat center stone with some smaller stones surrounding it, accounting for a 1.4 total carat weight on average. Considering a ring is such a significant investment, it pays to have some knowledge in gem selection.

Start by answering a few questions Having an idea of what you want can help anyone get a better deal, whether one is shopping for a new sofa or an engagement ring. An informed shopper can avoid being taken advantage of or buying something that really isn’t worth the asking price.

The four Cs are a good place for shoppers to get started.

Various attributes affect the value, quality and beauty of a diamond. The four Cs stand for cut, color, clarity and carat weight.

The cut refers to the shape of the stone, as well as the skill involved in achieving the shape of the facets so that it reflects the light brilliantly. The grading color in a diamond determines how closely a diamond’s color approaches colorlessness. The diamond will be assigned a letter grade. The higher the letter in the alphabet, the clearer the stone. Clarity refers to the amount,

size, type and location of internal flaws in a diamond, also known as inclusions. The cost of the diamond increases when there are fewer inclusions in the stone. Finally, the carat weight is the size and weight of the stone. The larger the stone, the pricier it can be.

Another question to ask is which style of ring? Your fianceeto-be may have a certain setting style and diamond shape preference. It pays to know these things, including the type of setting the stone will be encased in. You should also know whether they would be happy with a larger stone that may have some invisible imperfections or a smaller, flawless stone.

Know your budget Many expenses are associated with planning a wedding, and some couples may not want to begin their lives together in debt. This may need to be factored in to the decision-making process. You should go to jewelry stores to price out different styles and see how diamonds compare. This way you will have an accurate idea of just how much rings cost.

Carefully consider your options. Having an intimate knowledge of what your significant other will want can help you to narrow down something that is reasonable.

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It also pays to understand a jeweler’s return policy. Even if you may know what you want, in the event that the ring doesn’t work out, find out if the style can be changed or if you can get a refund or make an exchange.

Other tips for savings success There are ways to maximize your budget and still end up with a beautiful stone. ♦♦ Ask for a stone that is slightly less than the next carat, for example 0.9 instead of one carat. Experts say the price difference between a 1.9 carat diamond and a 2 carat diamond can be as much as $5,000. Also, choose a stone that has more surface area, which will make it appear larger, even if it does not have as much sparkle. ♦♦ If the look of platinum is desired, realize white gold, silver or tungsten are more affordable options that will still give off that silvery hue. Mixed gold colors, including white, pink and yellow, can be unique. ♦♦ Try to buy a loose diamond. You can inspect the entire stone and then shop around for an acceptable setting. This can save you money in the long run by buying the ring elements separately. ♦♦ Don’t shy away from a warehouse store for a good deal on rings. As long as the diamond is to your liking and follows the requirements of the four Cs you desire, it should not matter where the ring was purchased. ♦♦ Make sure the store is accredited by the Jewelers of America or is a member of the Gemological Institute of America. This way you know you are buying from a reputable source and the diamonds were acquired ethically. ♦♦ Negotiate the price. Comparison shop and find out if another jeweler will match a competitor’s offer.

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Candy displays raising the bar on wedding treats ANNA HURT

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hen planning a wedding, there are always a million details

to attend to - the guest list, venue, seating, décor, food, cake and favors - but with the newest trend entering the wedding circuit, you can take care of many of these details all at once.

Having a candy bar is a colorful, tasty way to brighten up your wedding or special event. With the big, decorative apothecary jars and endless color and display options, it can add fun to any theme. Plus, it can take the place of favors - guests can simply take a personalized container of their favorite candies home with them at the end of the event.

There’s no need to go far to find this service, either. Le Candy Bar Occasions, located in Brentwood, is available for any special event. Desiree Ramos and her daughter, Vanessa Wheeler, founded the business in April, after Wheeler realized there were no businesses in the area providing candy-bar services.

Photo courtesy of Desiree Ramos

Le Candy Bar Occasions is a fun, trendy and tasty way to brighten up your wedding or special event.

Ramos runs the business side of the company, focusing on their online and community presence and collecting contacts. Wheeler, who attended the Academy of Art in San Francisco, directs

the creative side. “(Vanessa is) very creative; she just loves decorating,” said Ramos.

The candy bar works like a catering service – Ramos and Wheeler bring all

of the treats to the event and create a beautiful display. If there are additional items needed such as tables or other equipment, they will provide that too.

“It takes away the responsibility of set up,” said Ramos.

Displays can also be incorporated with other elements of the wedding, such as the cake. Ramos has recently begun collaborating with the popular Brentwood business, TLCakes, delivering all the wedding treats together on one table.

While the candy-bar trend has largely been seen at weddings, Ramos wants potential customers to know that the possibilities are endless.

She lists birthdays, retirements, Halloween, corporate events, Mardi Gras, quinceañeras and bachelor and bachelorette parties as possible places to have a candy bar.

“Let us sweeten up your occasion,” she said.

For more information, visit the business’ booth at the Brentwood farmers market each Saturday, call 925-4571851, email lecandybaroccasions@ gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/ lecandybarforalloccasions.

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Stop the ‘what if’s’ with special-event insurance

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AMY SCHRADER very bride has what-if jitters before her big day. What if hurricane-force winds destroy the

outdoor tent? What if the flowers arrive wilted or dead? What if the food goes bad and everyone gets food poisoning? What if the best man loses the rings?

What many people don’t realize is that insuring your wedding day with special-event insurance can stop what-if jitters and give new brides and grooms peace of mind. Just like buying insurance for expensive trips, cars or concert events, new brides and grooms can protect themselves from financial disaster on their big day.

“It never hurts to have the extra insurance,” said George Stewart, agent broker with East County Insurance Agency, Inc. “It covers your liability if a guest is injured or causes property damage, as well as unexpected mishaps that can cause brides and grooms to lose money.”

The agency, which was started by Stewart’s father-in-law, John Slatten, is a family

business with more than 55 years of experience in Contra Costa County. Today, they have two locations, in Antioch and Brentwood, which Stewart and his wife, Emily Slatten, operate.

The two locations enable them to serve a majority of the county.

Stewart recommends all prospective brides and grooms invest in wedding insurance.

“It’s a small price to pay for added security and peace of mind,” he said, adding that special-event insurance costs less than $200.

According to Stewart, the most important component of special-event insurance to buy for your big day is personal-liability insurance. Just as you could be financially responsible if someone slips in your home and becomes injured, you could be held financially responsible if someone gets injured at your event or damages the property of the venue.

Many venues even require liability insurance.

Additional types of insurance available cover extreme weather, vendor protection, gift coverage for theft of non-monetary gifts, wedding attire coverage, wedding ring coverage and cancellation coverage that insures your deposits, cake, flowers and more, or if you have to cancel or postpone your event see Insurance page 9B

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Wedding dress silhouettes as much as a bride-to-be’s choice of wedding gown.

Finding the perfect gown that flatters her figure while stunning her guests and soon-to-be husband is a labor of love for many brides. The Bridal Association of America estimates brides spend between $1,500 and $2,000 total on their gowns, veils and accessories. Finding the right gown means having an understanding of what silhouettes are available and what flatters certain body types. Here is a look of some of the common types of gown silhouettes and why choosing this shape might be right for you.

Ball gown A ball gown dress is truly a classic style, evoking images of fairy-tale princesses. With a fitted bodice and full skirt that flairs at the waist, this silhouette is usually good for all body types. Because the full skirt, which is typically poofedup by crinoline, will hide the hips and thighs, women with a pear shape might gravitate toward this style. The ball-gown style may not be ideal for petite women, as the skirt may overwhelm their figures.

A-line Another silhouette very forgiving or appropriate for many body types is the A-line gown. A-line cut dresses are the go-to style for anyone looking to minimize perceived flaws. The cut of the dress will fit to the waist and gradually fan out from the hips, forming the outline of an uppercase “A.” When in doubt, A-line gowns are classic and sensible and a favorite among brides.

Trumpet Women who prefer something a little more form fitting might select a trumpet silhouette. This dress is fitted

through the body, then the gown flares out at mid-thigh level. Women with taught stomachs and hourglass figures can benefit from this style gown, but those who do not want anything tight in the hips and thighs will want to select something else.

Mermaid A bit more fitted than the trumpet, this silhouette is close to the body from the chest down to the knee. The skirt then flares out slightly by the knee. Tall, thin women generally look best in this type of gown.

Modified A-line A balance between a traditional A-line and a more fitted gown, the modified A-line does not flare out as much, but does flare out enough from the waist to hide areas around the hips and thighs. This is another good choice for a wide array of figures.

Tea length Brides who do not want a gown that reaches the floor can opt for a tea-length dress, on which the skirt generally falls between the ankle and the knee.

Sheath Lean brides who want simplicity in their gowns can opt for a sheath silhouette. The narrow shape of the gown from the neckline to the hem will definitely accentuate the body shape. Therefore, women who are shy may want to select a different option. Petite women who may be overwhelmed by more fabric can usually wear a sheath gown with success.

Although a bride may have a wedding gown style in mind, it is a good idea to try on a number of different silhouettes to find the one that is most flattering. Bridal salon employees are usually well versed in matching body types to a gown and can prove invaluable when selecting a dress.

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The study found that couples looking to tie the knot in New York City’s Manhattan borough can expect to pay well above the national average. Manhattan weddings cost couples an average of $82,299 in 2015. That’s over $20,000 more than in Chicago, the next most expensive city to tie the knot in 2015.

Couples who want a more affordable place to get married than the Big Apple may want to look into saying “I do” in central Illinois, where the average wedding cost was $21,818, more than $10,000 below the national average.

The meaning of white Though the idea that white wedding dresses symbolize virginity and purity is often

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“The cost was small in the grand scheme of what we were paying for our wedding,” said Oakley resident Megan Burgoon, who opted to purchase special-event insurance for her wedding.

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cited as the reason behind wedding dresses being white, a 2014 exhibit at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London indicated that white wedding dresses were a symbol of wealth and had little, if anything, to do with virginity.

The exhibit, titled “Wedding Dresses 1775-2014,” noted that, during the 18th and 19th centuries, white wedding dresses indicated a family could afford to buy a dress the bride would wear only once. During that time, white dresses were especially difficult to clean, and that made it impractical for any but the wealthy to purchase dresses that would likely never be worn a second time. England’s Queen Victoria, who married Albert of Saxe-Coburg in 1840, is widely credited with popularizing the white wedding dress.

White dresses remain a traditional and popular choice today, though many brides opt for various shades of white, if not an entirely different color.

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EMER GENC Y SER VICES DISPATCH LOGS

The following is a sampling of recent activity reported by local law enforcement agencies.

BRENTWOOD May 30, 2:28 a.m. Police arrested a person for stealing $147.99 worth of merchandise from a business on Balfour Road. All property was recovered and returned.

May 30, 1:03 p.m. A vehicle was stolen on Manzanillo Way. May 30, 3:01 p.m. An iPad, gauges, torch kit and hand tools were stolen from a vehicle on Oak Street. Total estimated loss was $1,925.

May 30, 3:38 p.m. Officers arrested a person for punching and biting another person during an altercation on Peachtree Court.

May 30, 3:59 p.m. A person broke into a residence and stole cash and jewelry on Arch Court.

May 31, 1:18 a.m. Police stopped a vehicle for numerous vehicle-code violations on Sand Creek Road. A police K9 alerted officers to a suspected controlled substance in the vehicle, and a subsequent search revealed methamphetamine. Both the driver and passenger were arrested.

May 31, 1:21 a.m. A patrol arrested a person for DUI and driving on a suspended driver’s license on Balfour Road.

May 31, 5:37 p.m. Brentwood police assisted Antioch police with taking a person into custody on Lone Tree Way. May 31, 10:58 p.m. Two people robbed a woman while she was sitting in her vehicle on Balfour Road. Total estimated loss was $530.

June 1, 8:42 a.m. PG&E undergroundelectrical connections blew on Brentwood Boulevard, resulting in damage to the sidewalk and temporary power outages.

June 1, 12:17 p.m. Officers stopped a vehicle for code violations on East Country Club Drive. All occupants were arrested for possession of forged access cards, identifying information of others, stolen property, suspected methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. All occupants were on probation.

June 1, 1:28 p.m. A person used a woman’s card to fraudulently make approximately $25,000 worth of charges on Greenleaf Drive.

June 1, 7:19 p.m. People entered a business and stole $3,240 worth of electronic equipment on Lone Tree Way. The people had conducted similar thefts throughout the area.

June 1, 8:08 p.m. Officers arrested a person for violating a served restraining order on Mill Creek Way. June 2, 4:47 a.m. People stole an unknown amount of iPhones on Lone Tree Way. June 2, 12:42 p.m. Police arrested a person for possession of alcohol on a campus on Minnesota Avenue.

June 2, 3:25 p.m. A person fraudulently withdrew approximately $25,000 from a bank account over a period of time on Greenleaf Drive.

June 3, 5:44 p.m. A patrol arrested a person for possession of narcotics and paraphernalia in addition to being under the influence of a controlled substance on Grant Street.

OAKLEY May 31, 7:28 a.m. An auto burglary occurred on the 3000 block of Frandoras Circle.

May 31, 9:01 a.m. Police intervened in a verbal dispute on the 1100 block of Jordan Lane.

May 31, 10:46 a.m. Officers contacted people for disturbing the peace on Hill Avenue at Salvador Lane.

May 31, 3:42 p.m. A patrol investigated a residential burglary on the 400 block of Hill Avenue.

May 31, 6:00 p.m. Police responded to a domestic disturbance on the 400 block of Hazelnut Drive.

May 31, 8:06 p.m. Officers assisted a citizen while responding to a disturbance of the peace report on Malicoat Avenue at Kearsti Court.

June 1, 8:33 a.m. A patrol investigated an incident of identity theft on the 3800 block of Harvest Court.

June 1, 4:16 p.m. Police looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 4000 block of Woodhaven Lane.

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June 1, 7:39 p.m. Officers intervened in a verbal dispute on the 800 block of Fetzer Court.

June 1, 9:36 p.m. A patrol assisted with the removal of an unwanted guest on the 20 block of Merganser Court.

June 2, 9:09 a.m. Officers intervened in a neighbor dispute on the 1300 block of Rutherford Lane.

June 2, 1:11 p.m. Police investigated a vehicle theft on the 1000 block of Main Street.

June 2, 1:48 p.m. Police investigated a residential burglary on the 70 block of Gull View Court.

June 2, 8:11 p.m. Officers arrested a person regarding a revocation of probation on the 1100 block of Covered Wagon Drive.

June 2, 8:59 p.m. A patrol looked into a suspicious circumstance on the 1500 block of Port Way. June 3, 12:30 a.m. Police contacted people for a disturbance of the peace on the 80 block of Hill Avenue.

June 3, 3:27 a.m. Officers arrested a person for an outstanding warrant on Empire Avenue at Gateway Drive.

June 3, 6:17 a.m. Police arrested a person for possession of a controlled substance on the 4800 block of Burgundy Drive.

June 3, 7:31 p.m. Officers investigated a restraining order violation on the 4700 block of Carrington Drive.

June 3, 9:53 p.m. A patrol conducted a suspicious-person stop on East Acme Street at O’Hara Avenue.

June 3, 11:25 p.m. Police arrested a person for domestic battery on the 300 block of Malicoat Avenue.

out, on Fulton Shipyard Road at Wilbur Avenue. The injured party requested medical assistance.

June 6, 11:39 p.m. A man and woman were in a heated argument involving a hammer on the 2400 block of Los Prados Way. June 7, 9:39 a.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 4400 block of Deer Meadow Way. June 7, 12:38 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 2900 block of Filbert Street.

June 7, 2:59 p.m. A woman was robbed of her purse on the 3630 block of Lone Tree Way. June 7, 10:45 p.m. A person reported a neighbor was purposefully hit by a car on the 1910 block of Birch Avenue.

June 8, 9:48 a.m. A man was assaulted and pepper sprayed on Buckskin Drive at Country Hills Drive.

June 8, 3:49 p.m. A burglary occurred on the 5020 block of Sundance Way. June 8, 10:12 p.m. A burglary occurred on the 3520 block of G Street.

June 9, 9:28 a.m. A burglary occurred on the 4600 block of Ridgeline Drive.

June 9, 11:13 a.m. Police responded to a burglary in progress on the 3600 block of Freedom Way. June 9, 12:25 p.m. A woman was hit in the head with a rock by a known male on the 900 block of J Street. Medical was requested.

June 9, 5:25 p.m. A residential burglary occurred on the 200 block of Hillside Road.

June 9, 8:40 p.m. A person was robbed at gunpoint and sustained shoulder and facial injuries on the 2200 block of Lemontree Way. June 9, 10:56 p.m. Police responded to an assault in progress on the 2800 block of Madrid Lane.

June 10, 1:25 p.m. A robbery occurred on the 1700 block of Springwood Way. June 10, 5:29 p.m. An armed robbery occurred on the 3500 block of Fairview Drive.

June 11, 1:02 a.m. A woman attempted to fight her ex-boyfriend on the 620 block of West 17th Street.

June 11, 7:35 p.m. Two people stole two cases of beer from a business on the 3360 block of Deer Valley Road.

ANTIOCH June 5, 9:34 p.m. A robbery occurred on the 2330 block of Buchanan Road.

June 6, 9:33 a.m. Police responded to an assault in progress on the 2000 block of Dennis Drive.

June 6, 5:45 p.m. Officers intervened in a physical altercation on the 4460 block of Pampas Circle.

June 6, 10:20 p.m. A man hit another man in the face with a bat, knocking his teeth

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A man was assaulted and pepper sprayed on Buckskin Drive at Country Hills Drive. June 8, 9:48 a.m., in Antioch.

June 8, 9:48 a.m

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Events Friday, June 17 “Jungle Book for Kids”

Black Diamond Theatre Co. presents “Jungle Book for Kids,” on June 17, at 6 p.m., and June 18, at 11 a.m., at Edna Hill Middle School’s theater, 140 Birch St., in Brentwood. Tickets are $5 per person. Tickets are available at the door, but are for reserved seating.

For more information or tickets, email blackdiamondtheatre@gmail.com.

“Into the Woods Jr.”

Black Diamond Theatre Co. presents “Into the Woods Jr.,” on June 17, at 8 p.m., and June 18, at 1 p.m., at Edna Hill Middle School’s theater, 140 Birch St., in Brentwood. Tickets are $5 per person. Tickets are available at the door, but are for reserved seating. For more information or tickets, email blackdiamondtheatre@gmail.com.

“A Little Princess”

Stage Right Conservatory Theatre, Inc. presents “A Little Princess,” on June 17 and 18, at 7 p.m., and June 19, at 2 p.m., at the Nick Rodriguez Community Theatre, 213 F St., in Antioch. Tickets are $10 for adults, $8 for students and seniors, and $5 for children age 10 and younger. Seniors pay $5 for both Sunday matinees. For more information or tickets, call 925-216-4613 or visit www.srctgrp. org.

Saturday, June 18 Juneteenth Celebration

The City of Pittsburg presents Souljahs seventh-annual Juneteenth Celebration East County Men’s Health Fair, at City Park, at Railroad and Civic avenues, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. The event features live music, a dance battle, domino tournament, crafts and more. For more information, visit eastcountyjuneteenth.com.

Wednesday, June 22 G.S.M.O.L. Education Class

Golden State Mobile Home Owners League Chapter 196 hosts an education class on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month, at Eagle City Mobile Home Park, 2333 Main St., in Oakley, from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Facilitator Glorie Illian discusses an emergency-preparedness plan and shares upcoming class topics regarding emergency readiness in the community. Attendees should come prepared to take notes. For more information, call 925-625-6251.

Thursday, June 23 Shepherd’s Gate 10th Anniversary

The Brentwood Shepherd’s Gate campus is celebrating its 10-year anniversary at 605 Sycamore Ave., in Brentwood, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The event includes a delicious dinner, live testimonies from former residents, a raffle and tours. For tickets, sponsorship opportunities and more information, visit www.shepherdsgate.org/celebrate.

On the Horizon

Saturday, June 25 Celebration of Art Exhibit

The Arts and Cultural Foundation and the Antioch Historical Society host the 11th-annual Celebration of Art Exhibit artist reception, at the Antioch Historical Society Museum, 1500 West 4th St., in Antioch, from 2 to 4 p.m. The exhibit continues through July 22. The reception and entry into the museum are free. For more information, visit http://goo. gl/Tp9DeK, email Diane@art4antioch.org or call 925-779-7018.

Lights, Camera, Relay

Relay for Life of Brentwood presents Lights, Camera, Relay, at Heritage High School’s amphitheater, 101 American Ave., in Brentwood, June 25 and 26. For more information, visit relayforlife.org/brentwoodca or contact Renee Mariani at renee.mariani1@ gmail.com.

Great American Campout

The Brentwood Chamber of Commerce presents the city’s first Great American Campout, June 25 and 26, at Edna Hill Middle School, 140 Birch St., in Brentwood, starting at 2 p.m. for check in. Camp set up starts at 3 p.m., followed by activities and a movie before quiet time at 10 p.m. and a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. on Sunday. All attendees must preregister for the event at www.brentwoodchamber.com/events or 925-634-3344.

Saturday, July 2 Oakley Cityhood Celebration

The City of Oakley presents its 17th-annual Cityhood Celebration at Freedom High School, 1050 Neroly Road, in Oakley, starting at 6 p.m. Admission is free, but $5 wristbands allow unlimited use of the inflatable games, activities and glitter tattoos. Children 5 years old and younger get a free wristband.

And food is available for purchase. Guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic dinners to enjoy the music and fireworks show, which starts at 9:30 p.m. For more information, call Cindy at 925-625-7044 or email coelho@ci.oakley.ca.us.

Advanced Tickets

Tea and Vintage Fashion Show

The Immaculate Heart of Mary Church hosts the eighth-annual Tea and Vintage Fashion Show, Saturday, June 25, at 500 Fairview Ave., in Brentwood, from 12 to 3 p.m. Lunch is provided. Tickets are $25 for adults, $20 for ages 62 and older, $15 for kids ages 13 through 17, $10 for children ages 6 through 12 and free for children 5 and younger. Tickets are sold through June 18, and no tickets will be sold at the door. Proceeds benefit the Annual Emmaus Retreat Program. For more information or tickets, call Dolores at 925595-5500, Kathy at 925-550-1491 or Pat at 925-752-1932.

Sign-ups

Vacation Bible School

Brentwood Bible Fellowship is hosting Vacation Bible School, from June 27 to July 1, for potty-trained children ages 3 through entering the sixth grade. For more information or to register, visit www.brentwoodfellowship. org or call 925-634-4909.

Volunteer Drivers Needed

Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteer drivers to deliver meals to homebound seniors in the surrounding areas. Drivers are needed Monday through Friday, between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. It takes approximately one and a half to two hours to deliver meals. For more information, call 925-625-4545.

Brentwood Blaze Cheer Brentwood Blaze Cheer presents a high school-readiness cheer program for fifth through eighth graders, Tuesday and Thursday evenings, in Brentwood. The organization focuses on teaching jumps, tumbling, stunting and try-out techniques in a positive, fun atmosphere, with no cuts or try-outs.

Practices are ongoing. Uniforms are provided and performances occur throughout the year. For more information, contact Alison

at brentwoodblazecheer@gmail.com or call 925-848-8422.

Hula Classes

Halau Kawaikahe Lani Malie is now accepting new students, 8 years old and older, to join hula classes. Learn the beauty, art and meaning of hula dancing and the history of the Hawaiian people and its language. Classes are every other Friday, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., in Brentwood. For more information, call Kapi’olani at 925-550-5656.

GED Preparation Classes

Liberty Adult Education presents two open entry and exit GED preparation classes, at 929 Second St., in Brentwood, Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., and Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 6 to 9 p.m.

Registration is free, and the only cost is for the textbook. For more information and to register, call 925-634-2565.

Delta Gallery Art Classes

Delta Gallery, a nonprofit collective of local artists, is offering an on-going schedule of fun and creative art classes for children, teens and adults, at 2485 Sand Creek Road, in Brentwood. Classes include oil painting, acrylic, watercolor, alcohol inks and jewelry design, along with themed classes and clay sculpture for children. For more information, visit www.deltagallery.com or call 925-516-5935.

Community Meetings

Mobile Home Owners Advocacy Group

Golden State Manufactured Home Owners League Chapter 196 is hosting a monthly meeting at Eagle City Mobile Home Park, 2333 Main St., in Oakley, on the first Saturday of each month, from 10 a.m. to noon. The league teaches mobile home owners about their legal rights and how to defend themselves when rights are violated. Mobile home owners living in Oakley, Bethel Island, Knightsen, Byron, Brentwood or Antioch are welcome to the invitation only meeting. For more information, visit www.gsmol.org. To rsvp, call Glorie at 925-625-6251.

MS Support Group

The free MS support group meets the third Thursday of each month at Kaiser, 4501 Sand Creek Road, Antioch, room 2H2 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Sue at 925-813-9069.

Spinal Cord and Traumatic Brain Injury Peer Support Group

Harvest Time Church invites all members of the community – all ages, survivors, families, friends and caregivers – to meet at Harvest Time Church, 2200 Ventura Drive, in Brentwood, the first Wednesday of the month at 1 p.m. For more information, call Jessica at 925-219-2126.

Kaleidoscope Connection Circle

The Kaleidoscope Connection Circle meets the third Monday of every month at Kaleidoscope Cancer Connection Center, 14671 Byron Hwy., in Byron, from 10:15 a.m. to noon. Acquaint yourself with Kaleidoscope’s programs and meet its leaders and volunteers. For more information, email info@kaleidoscopehope.org or call 925-550-6198.

Antioch Riverview Garden Club

The Antioch Riverview Garden Club meets the third Tuesday of each month except July and December, at the Antioch Public Library, 501 W. 18th St., in Antioch, at 7 p.m. Contact the club at antiochriverviewgardenclub@gmail. com or find it on Facebook.

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