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Vol. 9, No. 35

Gates projects remain on table

by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer Despite fears from some local residents that the installation of fish gates along False River and Threemile Slough in the Delta will be up and running by the end of next year, officials at the Federal Bureau of Reclamation and California Department of Water Resources (DWR) say the project is far from imminent.

“At this time, there are absolutely no construction activities being done nor planned for the coming year,” said Pete Lucero, Reclamation public affairs officer.

“This project is still in the very early stages of the process and the EIS (Environmental Impact Study) and EIR (Environmental Impact Report) are no where near being complete.”

The Frank’s Tract project is a

joint undertaking between the state and federal government to improve water quality and fishery conditions in the Delta. The DWR and Reclamation are studying and evaluating the feasibility of installing operable gates to control the flow of water at locations up and down the Delta.

The Frank’s Tract Project is located at Threemile Slough and False River. If eventually installed, the gates would block off False River (near Bethel Island) and force boats coming from Antioch and Pittsburg to navigate in a complete circle around to Bethel Island before getting onto the San Joaquin River, adding potentially hours of extra boating time.

“We heard that the DWR is planning on starting the installation of the gates on False River and we are very concerned,” said Karen Mann, commodore of the Discovery Bay Yacht Club. “We are going

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Enriching pilgrimage

A local adventurer decided to tour Europe in a decidedly adventurous mode – 500 miles on foot. Page 1B

Photo by Richard Wisdom

yndee Kinslow gives a drenching demonstration of the laws of physics as she carves a curtain of Delta water skyward. Cyndee was one of many aquatic athletes put through their paces at a waterski camp held in June near Discovery Bay.

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to fight this, but they have a lot of power. Already there are five or six barges out there and we’re wondering what they are doing. Whatever happened to transparency?”

Lucero said that activity near

Frank’s Tract is most likely exploratory work to determine what materials would be needed for the project. But nothing, insisted Lucero,

Blowout in the Bay An upcoming car show, poker run and free concert form a three-pronged assault on the doldrums. Page 3A

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New Fire Station 93 open for business

by Samie Hartley Staff Writer

Photo by Samie Hartley

Joining in the celebration of the grand opening of Fire Station 93 are East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) Board Director Joel Bryant, Oakley City Councilmember Randy Pope, ECCFPD Board President Kevin Romick, Oakley Councilmember and ECCFPD Board Director Pat Anderson, Oakley Mayor and ECCFPD Board Director Jim Frazier and ECCFPD Chief Hugh Henderson.

Despite the stress imposed on the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (ECCFPD) in recent months, the community finally got a reason to smile about the state of local firefighting: Fire Station 93 in Oakley was treated to a grandopening celebration.

The district is still in fiscal crisis, but anxiety over the future was temporarily suspended last Saturday as more than 150 residents and dignitaries gathered at the new station on O’Hara Avenue. The new 9,000-square-foot facility, which includes an apparatus bay for three engines, living quarters and an emergency operations and training center, cost $3.15 million, but the

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district didn’t pay a penny for the construction. Footing the bill was the City of Oakley’s Fire Facilities Impact Fee Fund, which developers have been paying into for years as part of development fees.

“The city of Oakley is proud to provide this new fire station to the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District,” said Oakley Mayor Jim Frazier, who also sits on the district’s board of directors. “Please know that the City of Oakley trusts, values and respects the work you do for us and we thank you.”

ECCFPD Board President Kevin Romick, vice mayor of Oakley, said the opening of the station is a milestone in many ways. While it’s the first station to be built since see Station page 12A

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Lions saturate Saturday with fun The Discovery Bay Lions Club has targeted Saturday, Sept. 17 for a trio of fun events, from a car shows to concerts to poker runs.

Car Show The Car Show will be held at the Discovery Bay Yacht Harbor in front of Boardwalk Grill from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Entries feature all years, makes and models of custom and stock cars, trucks and bikes.

Food and beverages are available.

Registration for participants begins 8 a.m. Entry forms are available at www.discoverybaylions.com. For more information, call Jeff at 925-642-8679.

Roar-Rumble & Ride Motorcycle Poker Run The Lions Club is also hosting the third annual Roar-Rumble & Ride Motorcycle

Poker Run. For the past two years, the event has taken riders on a tour through Mountain House, Livermore, Clayton and Brentwood. This year, the run takes a route into the foothills – an extra fun experience for all. For more details on registration and sponsorship opportunities, call Wes Olson at 925-354-1062. Entry forms are available at www.discoverybaylions.com.

Concert on the Bay The Discovery Bay Yacht Harbor is also the venue for the Lions Club’s free concert from 4:30-7:30 p.m. The highenergy, solid-brass 11-piece band Touch of Class is sure to get everyone up and dancing the night away.

Beer, wine, hot dogs, soda and water will be available for purchase, and the Boardwalk Grill will be cooking up barbecue

delectables. Since the Lions Club’s mission is to raise money to benefit the community, attendees are urged to support the Lions Club and community by eating and drinking at the concert. No outside food, drinks or coolers are permitted inside the lawn area where the band will be performing.

The Lions’ June concert, attended by more than 600 residents, was the biggest yet. So grab your friends, blankets, lawn chairs and arrive early to claim your spot on the lawn.

For more information about the Concert on the Bay or how to participate as a vendor, call Jim Mattison at 925-513-9032 or Grace Milne at 925-516-7234. More information about the Sept. 17 events can be found on the Lions Club web site, www. discoverybaylions.com.

Tournament honors local hero Ski boat poker to benefit schools U.S. Army Spc. Joseph A. Graves, a Discovery Bay resident and 2003 graduate of Liberty High School, was killed in July of 2006 while serving his country in Iraq.

The community is invited to honor Graves – and the other 661 soldiers, Marines, airman and sailors from California who gave their lives in Iraq and Afghanistan – at the fifth annual Joey Graves Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday Sept. 19 at the Discovery Bay Country Club.

Tournament proceeds benefit Some Gave

All – The Joey Graves Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity dedicated to helping support Gold Star Families by assisting with venues for healing and by providing opportunities to honor America’s brave men and women who have answered the call to duty and have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedoms.

To register to participate in the fifth annual Joey Graves Memorial Golf Tournament or inquire about how you can help honor America’s fallen heroes, call Kevin Graves at 925513-1313 or e-mail kevin@somegaveall.us.

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The second annual Ski Boat Poker Run takes to Discovery Bay waters this weekend – Saturday, Sept. 3. Proceeds benefit the Byron School District’s Odyssey of the Mind competition.

The event is open to boats of all sizes and participants of all ages. Attendees must be 21 to play a poker

hand. The Run shoves off from Boardwalk Grill at 10 a.m. and returns there at 3 p.m.

Tickets ($25) include a hand of poker, lunch and a bag of freebies, plus entertainment, appetizers and a raffle ticket. For tickets or additional information, call 925-408-8332.

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Blues fest to jazz up downtown

by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

Though Antioch’s downtown Delta Blues Festival is a celebration of all things Rivertown, this year’s event features a national flair.

The Rhode Island band Sugar Ray and the Bluetones headlines the festival, held on Saturday, Sept. 17. Renowned blues singer and harmonica artist Sugar Ray Norcia formed the band in 1979 and has toured the world. Delta Blues Festival organizer Frank Giovanni is jazzed about the gravitas Sugar Ray and the Bluetones bring to the festival, held at Waldie Plaza. The band, featuring Monster Mike Welch, plays at 6 p.m. The event also features musical acts from around the Bay Area.

Organized and run by volunteers, the Delta Blues Festival attracts roughly 4,000 music lovers to Antioch’s downtown area and has been a Rivertown mainstay since 1999. There is no charge for admission.

“It’s run as a gift for the community,” said Giovanni. “It gets bigger every year, but the big thing is it’s nice people. Everyone gets along at this festival and I want to see it continue.”

Norcia earned a Grammy nomination for Best Traditional Blues in 1999 when he teamed up with harmonica masters James Cotton, Charlie Musselwhite and Billy Branch on the album “Superharps.”

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Photo courtesy of Ray Norcia

Sugar Ray Norcia, lead member of Sugar Ray and the Bluetones, will headline the Delta Blues Festival in Antioch on Sept. 17. album “My Life, My Friends, My Music” earned Blues Music Award nominations for Album of the Year, Instrumentalist – Harmonica, Instrumenalist – Bass, and Song of the Year.

“I think he’s just unreal,” Giovanni said of Norcia. “He’s got one of the best voices in blues.”

The event features a cornucopia of

blues talent. The first main act, Stocktonbased Shad Harris and the Groovenators, take the stage at noon. Next, the East Bay’s Wendy DeWitt, known as the Queen of Boogie Woogie, graces Waldie Plaza. Steve Freund, another West Coast performer, teams up with Jan Fanucci at 2 p.m. The San Anselmo-based Zydeco Flames are slated to perform at 3 p.m.

Prior to Sugar Ray and the Bluetones’ performance, the Chris Cobb Band of San Francisco will play some tunes. “They all bring their own unique style of blues,” Giovanni said of this year’s lineup.

The festival plays host to several local food vendors, and its location right by the San Joaquin River allows attendees to explore downtown Antioch and take in a beautiful Delta view.

The Delta Blues Festival also awards a scholarship to an Antioch high school student with an interest in studying music.

The scholarship is named in honor of festival founder David Williamson, who died in 2003.

“We’re about the community,” Giovanni said. “We’re not about ourselves. We’re not about making any money. It’s about sharing this with the community. That’s what I think Antioch needs most right now – community.”

This year’s festival is special to Giovanni and other organizers. It’s dedicated to longtime San Francisco blues musician Johnny Nitro, a tireless music advocate. Nitro passed away at 59 earlier this year.

Giovanni said that Nitro was willing to do anything to help friends and served for the past seven years as the festival’s emcee: “This festival would not be successful and would not be alive if it wasn’t for Johnny Nitro.”

For more information, visit www.deltabluesfestival.net.

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BUSD’s Run For Fun’ds returns

by Samie Hartley Staff Writer

After raising more than $15,000 for local schools during the inaugural Run For Fun’ds last year, Brentwood Union Elementary School District parents are rallying to host a second fundraiser to support the district’s 10 schools.

What started out as an idea shared between a few concerned parents has evolved into a districtwide effort to raise supplementary funds to support school programs hit by budget cuts such as music and art.

“Our schools still need our help so that they can offer the best services to our children,” said Beth Zeigler. “It’s not about helping one school or all the schools; it’s about helping the children of our community. Based on last year’s success, we knew we wanted to have it again and build on that success.”

This year’s fundraiser is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 17, from 8 a.m. to noon at the field between Garin Elementary and Edna Hill Middle School. Registration is $10; $20 on the day of the event. Participants are encouraged to seek donations and pledges from family, friends and neighbors. For those who receive donations based on pledges per lap walked, participants get a walk card to be stamped as they circle the track. To ben-

Photo courtesy of Beth Zeigler

Brentwood Union Elementary School District Superintendent Merrill Grant, wearing the white visor, was joined by Board of Education members Emil Geddes, Lori Strauss and Tobi Laird Benz at last year’s Run For Fun’ds event. This year’s event is scheduled for Sept. 17. efit the tiniest walkers, the track has been shortened from last year’s quarter-mile so that kindergarteners will be able to complete more laps and raise more money to support their schools.

Unlike last year, when all monies

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raised were divided equally between the schools, this year, money raised by students benefit the school they attend. Each school site gets to determine how the funds are spent. Last year, schools donated funds for gym equipment or to the parents’ club general fund.

This new rule has sparked a friendly competition between the schools. At press time, Zeigler said registration numbers are up compared to this time last year.

Registration forms may be picked up at each school’s main office or at the district office, 200 Griffith Lane. Forms may also be downloaded online at www.busdrunforfunds.org.

Craft booths will be set up along the track to give students something to do when they take breaks. Guests will also be able to enjoy karate, dance and gymnastic demonstrations.

Check-in for the event begins at 7 and registered walkers will be treated a pancake breakfast supplied by the Brentwood Rotary Club. Snack and beverages will also be available for purchase throughout the morning.

Organizers are still looking for event sponsors and volunteers. For more information or to join the Run For Fun’ds team, visit www.busdrunforfunds.org.

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TWO NEW IDEAS TO “SAVE” REAL ESTATE

Cap’s welcomes Benkert Fresh off its busy summer tour schedule, the Ben Benkert band comes to Cap’s Oak Street Bar & Grill in Brentwood on Friday, Sept. 9 from 9 p.m. to midnight. The event will raise funds for the band’s upcoming tour to New York City, where they’ll be recording with some of the hottest horn players in the Big Apple and performing in and around Manhattan and Brooklyn.

The Ben Benkert band’s sound is a dynamic and aggressive mix of funk,

rock and reggae, featuring a mix of original songs and covers of artists such as G Love, Jack Johnson, Slightly Stupid, Paul Simon, Marvin Gaye and Bob Marley. The band is celebrating the recent release of its first full-length CD, “Losing Focus,” available on iTunes and Rhapsody.

Guests for the Ben Benkert band show must be at least 21 years of age.

Admission is $10. Cap’s is located at 144 Oak St.

Ronald Reagan once said that the scariest words you can hear are, “I’m from the government and I’m here to help!” Well, the government is feeling like they haven’t done enough to “save” the real estate market, so they are considering more ways to “help.” (Despite the fact that almost none of their earlier attempts to help have done much to help enough people to make a difference.) They are currently discussing a bevy of options. But two of them seem to be gaining some traction or at least some serious discussion.

The first one is where they make Uncle Sam the world’s biggest landlord. That’s right.

Instead of foreclosing and then selling homes, they are seriously talking about turning thousands of foreclosed homes (or soon to be foreclosed homes) into rentals. They may put them on the open market, or let the prior homeowners rent them. Their thinking is that keeping all these homes OFF the resale market will do reduce the supply of homes, thereby driving home prices up. The unintended consequence of this is that it may flood the rental

market with rentals, thereby driving rental prices down, which makes current landlords of all stripes unhappy.

The second idea is to refinance massive numbers of mortgages at current interest rates, even if the property is under-water or severely delinquent. This option is possible now because mortgage rates have dropped to historic lows. This would keep a lot of people in homes that otherwise couldn’t afford them but can’t get a traditional refinance because of negative equity and/or their payment history.

Both of these ideas have groups on each side of the issue that are equally as passionate for or against them, and each side has good arguments for their position. If either or both of them become reality, they could have a massive impact. Or, they may fizzle out like all the other ideas they’ve thrown at this problem.

If you have questions on this or any other real estate topic, call me at (925) 240-MOVE (6683). To search the MLS for free and view virtual tours of homes for sale, go to: www.

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Running on Hope What is the Cost?

by Joan Grimes, Esq. We all ignore things. I ignore the laundry, the garage and my son’s room. The problem isn’t ignoring the small things. It’s the big ones that get us. They are the hard ones. As one client told me recently “I was running on Hope.” Running on Hope in these difficult times comes in many different forms. Hope for a job, Hope for a Raise or Hope for a meaningful Loan Modification. If you are Running on Hope with respect to your finances, I encourage you to do the following exercise: 1. Emotional Cost- What is emotional cost to your current financial situation? What are the pluses and minus. I usually take a piece of paper and draw a line down the middle. Pluses on the left side and Minus on the right side. A plus to your current situation is that you are familiar with it. You understand it. It is safe. If your house is underwater, the house may still have great emotional value because you feel comfortable in it, the kids are in school and you don’t want to disrupt the routine. A minus may be that the house is underwater and your mortgage payment, property taxes and insurance are significantly more than you would pay to rent the same house. The minus maybe that the house is keeping you from saving for retirement or college educations.

2. Financial Cost- Everything has a financial value or cost. Whether it is your house, credit cards, car or even your children. How we each decide the financial value of things i.e. how we spend our resources is what makes us unique. However, if you have outstanding debt that you are having trouble paying or have property that is underwater, you should ask yourself 3 questions: a. Can I pay off the debt by the time I retire; b. Will I have enough money by the time I retire to live after I can no longer work ; and c. Am I spending my current income on the

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things that mean the most to me?

If you answer “no” to any of these questions, I recommend you consider making a change to your current financial situation. If the change includes any decision to default on a home loan, car loan, personal loan or credit card debt, I recommend you seek legal counsel before taking any action.

3. Legal Considerations- There are 2 legal considerations before defaulting on any debt. First, what will be your personal liability after the default i.e. will you be personally responsible for the balance on the home loan or car loan after the repossession, short sale or foreclosure? Second, what will be your tax liability after the property is foreclosed or short sale is completed. If you do not know the answers to these questions, you should seek legal counsel immediately.

Everyone puts off dealing with problems.

Everyone runs on hope in some part of their lives.

However, if you are having financial problems and the “cost” of the problems is greater than the benefits being provided, it is time to seek legal counsel. I can help you to learn the law that applies to your situation and show you the options available to you. I see people every week in Walnut Creek, Antioch and Brentwood for 30 minute free consultations.

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Dentist gives back patients’ smiles

by Cher Grace Correspondent Long after their bruises heal, victims of domestic violence suffer the humiliation of broken or missing teeth. The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence estimates that 1.5 million Americans annually are subject to violence committed by an “intimate partner.” But a special program – Give Back a Smile, sponsored by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Charitable Foundation – is helping these victims regain their dignity – and their smile.

Many of the victims of domestic violence have no dental insurance and cannot afford to remove the ugly reminder of their trauma. They relive the experience every time they see their reflection – until they find a miracle to make it disappear. For nearly 20 women, that miracle came in the form of Antioch dentist Dr. Charlie Palano, one of the many professionals who participate in the Give Back a Smile program.

Palano began performing cosmetic surgery for the program in his former practice in Oakland, where

he welcomed referrals from shelters housing the victims of domestic violence, gently restoring the smile they once radiated.

“I enjoyed a connection with the shelters and it gave me a sense of humanity,” said Palano, who enhanced his patients’ features by surgically repairing and replacing lost or broken teeth. But his work wasn’t about mere aesthetics.

“When they held up that mirror and it showed them the results, it just filled me up. It was hard not to get choked up. It was emotional for them and for us. It was a wonderful thing for the office. One of these cases would just rejuvenate me. It’s a great feeling to know that we did our small part to help someone get back on track with their lives.”

Now at Diablo Hills Dental in Antioch, Palano is getting the word out to the community and local shelters so he can Give Back a Smile to East County residents in need.

If you know someone who is or has been a victim of domestic violence and could benefit from this service, visit www.diablohillsdental.com or call Dr. Palano’s office at 925-778-8080.

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William Paul Feigel Jan. 21, 1949-Aug. 14, 2011

Discovery Bay (Byron) resident William “Bill” Paul Feigel passed away quietly at the Kaiser Permanente Hospital in South Sacramento on Sunday, Aug. 14.

Bill was born on Jan. 21, 1949 in Philadelphia, the youngest son of Elise and Erich Werner Feigel. A U.S. Navy Vietnam veteran, Bill served with brother Erich on the USS Vega from 1967-1971. Following his service in the Navy, he worked for the IBM Corporation. Bill then pursued further education at Stanford University,

where he received a Bachelor of Science degree. He proceeded to medical school and became a doctor of podiatry, establishing a practice in Mountain View.

Bill is survived by his loving partner, Sharon Berry; his brother, Erich Feigel; and sister-in-law, Linda. He is also survived by his nephew, Kurt Feigel; niece, Elise Feigel Richey and their families; and his cousins, Inge Wagner and Norman and Shirley Held and family.

Family and friends gathered at a memorial honoring Bill’s life on Tuesday, Aug. 16 at his home in Discovery Bay.

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East County residents, seen here at last year’s event, are invited to gather on Sept. 11 for the annual Memorial Walk in Antioch.

Trevor’s Weekly Mortgage Matters Free Lunch “There’s no such thing as a free lunch!”

I’m pretty sure we’ve all had that mentioned to us at least once in our lives. Whether it was academics or athletics, the formula for success was always the same: Work hard – no one owes you anything and you shouldn’t expect a free lunch. Fast forward to 2011 and three states – Michigan, Kentucky, and Illinois – will be participating in the U.S. Department of Agriculture Eligibility Option as “test pilots” for a new program. What is this program you ask?

As part of President Barack Obama’s Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act the three pilot states will provide all students – regardless of economic status – a free breakfast, lunch, and snack during the school day. The programs first goal is to ensure youngsters are receiving healthy meals. The second goal however is a bit more in line with our free lunch theory.

According to Detroit’s Chief Operating Officer, Mark Schrupp, “Some students would skip important meals to avoid being identified as low-income. Now, all students will walk through a lunch line and not have to pay. Low-income students will not be easily identifiable and will be less likely to skip meals.” So, with our “no such thing as a free lunch” theory out the window, let’s see how we can apply this to the housing market…

Until recently all down-payment assistance programs were more like second loans. While you didn’t come out of pocket

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with all of the monies needed to purchase your home, you’d still end up paying back the “assistance” over the period of homeownership. To ensure their money was secure the assistance company would tie a second loan to the title of your house. Once the home was sold or refinanced you’d have to include their loan into your final figures.

Programs such as this are still available and are the perfect argument for the proving the “no free lunch theory” right.

However, as with the loop hole that is the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act, California now has the CRHMFA Homebuyers Fund, or, CHF. CHF’s Platinum program is grant money and does not have to be repaid. If you are a first time buyer, live in Contra Costa County, and make less than $110,760, you are eligible for this program!

CHF’s Platinum Program offers first time buyers 3% of their purchase price to be applied towards closing costs or down payment. Think about this, that’s 3% of your purchase price for free – no hidden agenda, no balloon payment, free money! In theory, as a first time buyer, you’d only have to come in with half a percent as your down payment. Talk about a free lunch!!!

If you have any real estate lending related questions or concerns, or wish to speak about the CHF Platinum program as not all lenders are certified to offer the product, don’t hesitate to write me at tfreymortgages@yahoo.com or call me directly on my cell phone, (925) 726-1444.

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Memorial Walk remembers 9/11 The fifth annual Remember 9/11 Memorial Walk, marking the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks, will be held in Antioch on Sunday, Sept. 11 at 4 p.m. in the Somersville Towne Center’s parking lot (near Sears Auto).

The Memorial Walk, now a national tradition, is an opportunity to reflect on the lives lost on that fateful day and renew the commitment to freedom and the values of our nation, and honor our law enforcement personnel, firefighters, service members and veterans.

The event begins with an opening ceremony featuring an honor guard and the national anthem sung by Jessica Caylan.

Attendees will hear from first responders:

fire, police and veterans. The walk is approximately 1½ miles in length. Attendees needn’t participate in the walk but may cheer on the walkers if they choose. The walk culminates at the original gathering point for the closing ceremony, which includes a moment of silence plus music by the Jessica Caylan Band. Community service organizations will be present to share information about their work.

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Gates from page 1A can be done, determined or decided until the EIS and EIR are complete.

“Although the project is still on the table, the EIS/EIR are for figuring out alternatives and options,” said Lucero. “The studies are for seeing if the project is still a viable one.”

Contra Costa District III Supervisor Mary Piepho remains a vocal opponent of the projects. “Contra Costa County and myself personally remain very concerned about any gate proposal and their impacts on the Delta and its economy,” said Piepho, who lives in Discovery Bay. “We remain focused on the fight and we’ll do all we can to interject reason and protection of the Delta while others focus on using the Delta as a plumbing fixture.”

And for many such as Piepho who op-

Station from page 1A the district was consolidated and power transferred from the county to the local governing board, the station is technically the first to be built in the City of Oakley. Two prior stations, including Station 93’s original home on Second Street, were built before Oakley incorporated as a city, so Saturday’s grand opening was particularly gratifying for city council and staff.

Romick and Frazier also took a moment to give thanks to the Romiti family, which sold the land to the city so the station could be built. Since patriarch Albert Romiti lived on the land all his life and served as a volunteer firefighter, the family believed he would agree with the repurposing of the land.

Albert’s name, along with the names of doz-

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pose the Frank’s Tract Project, the controversial gates are all too familiar. The proposal is only one of a number of joint ventures by the DWR, Reclamation and the Southern California Metropolitan Water District to implement the installation of such gates up and down the Delta. The automatic gates would be closed at various times of the year for as much as 20 hours per day.

Some believe the projects, touted to save the Delta smelt and improve water quality, contain a hidden agenda: the construction of a peripheral canal. Groups such as the Discovery-Bay based San Francisco and Delta Foundation (SFBDF) continue to work to halt the construction of the fish gates, and in fact scored a victory last year when the Obama administration called for the delay of

the Two-Gates project near Byron, pending additional information.

Mike Guzzardo, publicity chairman for SFBDF, is hoping for success a second time with Frank’s Tract. “We, of course, think this is a very bad idea and we are trying to get everyone involved and educated,” said Guzzardo. “This (Frank’s Tract) would greatly affect Bethel Island, but it would affect everyone on the Delta.”

Upon completion of the EIS/EIR, a public comment period of 45 days will be held in which citizens can make their voices heard – just as they did for the Two-Gates Project.

“While we are still considering the Two-Gates Project,” said Lucero, “we are looking at other alternatives in the Delta to try to persuade the Delta smelt to behave the way we want them

to. We got exactly what we wanted with the public meetings – public input – and we will do the same thing with Frank’s Tract. The whole process is designed to keep the government from going willy-nilly. The process works if given the chance.”

Mann echoed Lucero’s sentiment. “For us, this is all about quality,” said Mann.

“Quality of life, quality of family and quality of the Delta. We all just look at each other sometimes and say: how do we do this? How do we win? How do we fight this? It’s all very frustrating.”

To learn more about the Frank’s Tract project, visit www.water.ca.gov/frankstract.

For additional information on the Delta, go to www.restorethedelta.org and www. nodeltagates.com.

ens of other volunteer firefighters who have protected Oakley over the years, appears on the Station 93 Firefighter Memorial, which was moved to the O’Hara location from Second Street.

Fire Chief Hugh Henderson said the opening of the station has been a dream 20 years in the making as local officials have searched for a way to revive the aging station.

Low construction fees resulting from the economic recession allowed the city to build a state-of-the-art facility, giving Station 93’s crew access to the latest in technology and equipment.

The station is equipped with a sprinkler system, an emergency power generator that’s good for up to 72 hours, and living quarters comprising three bedrooms, a workout room,

a fully-operational kitchen and a lounge area where firefighters may relax between calls.

The station is also outfitted to meet state seismic requirements and Americans with Disabilities Act regulations.

County Supervisor Mary Piepho, who now represents Oakley due to the county’s redistricting process, presented a proclamation to commemorate the event for Oakley and the fire district.

“There’s no question that each of them (former volunteer fighters and current staff) have responded to the fire signal, the call to respond,” said Piepho, the wife of a firefighter. “They’ve done it willingly – courageously – putting their lives on the line. So a building like this is only one opportunity to say thank you for the risk that you take every day

to serve and protect. And we pray that you come home each and every night – not only to this station, but to all.”

Firefighters of Station 93 officially moved in on Aug. 18 and responded to their first call at 12:17 p.m.

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Correction A recent story in the Discovery Bay Press regarding parks and recreation incorrectly identified the location of the new splashpad and proposed dog park.

The town’s new splashpad is located at Ravenswood Park, and the dog park is being considered for Cornell Park.

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It’s a Matter of Law

By Rhonda Shelton Kraeber, Esq.

EMPLOYERS – INCENTIVES THAT WORK During these recessionary times, I often counsel frustrated business owners that are trying to find ways to give their employees incentives other than money but that are also effective in promoting the behavior and results that the business is looking for.

For instance, the owner of a yoga studio wanted her employees to sell more yoga apparel but she was already giving employees a 20% discount without requiring them to meet any sales goals to receive that discount. Our solution: revamp the program to give the employee discount only after a certain level of clothes sales had been met. It’s a win-win with employees receiving the discount and the business receiving increased sales.

Keep in mind that different incentives work for different employees. What’s important to one employee is not necessarily important to another and, thus, the solution oftentimes is to offer more than one type of incentive program. The goal, however, is to find a win-win solution that gives the employees something they want and at the same time the business gets what it wants.

Some other examples of non-monetary incentives include: 1. Recognize and thank good performance; don’t wait for a performance review to acknowledge good performance. Many employees truly appreciate the recognition and the business gets a continuation of the good performance.

2. Give employees extra time off with pay (assuming you or other staff can cover) but make sure you tell the employee(s) in advance; nothing ruins extra time off faster than simply springing it on employees and they have not had a chance to plan

or make necessary arrangements with family and the like. Even a few days advance notice is usually adequate.

3. Seek employees’ opinions and ideas. According to many experts, a large proportion of employees leave their jobs not because of low wages, but because they feel overlooked and neglected; that their voices are not being heard. Take advantage of your employees’ experience and ask for input.

Just because employees are staying in their jobs doesn’t mean businesses are getting full productivity from them. Most businesses are continuing to function on bare minimum staffing but that doesn’t mean business owners can’t be creative in providing incentives to get the most out of their staff. And in doing so, employees can be given the opportunity to get what’s important to them.

For more assistance and ideas tailored to your particular business, contact Rhonda Shelton Kraeber, Esq. of Alvis Frantz & Associates at (925) 516-1617. I have been assisting employers with these types of issues as well as all aspects of the employer-employee relationship for 20 years.

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Unlike most kids, most adults haven’t listened to a full-length story in many years. But Delta Wordweavers, a local storytelling group, aims to bring the ancient art of oral tale telling back into the lives of the local community.

“Stories are a gift,” said Wordweavers organizer Marian Ferrante. “We’ve learned this wonderful thing and we want to share it.”

Delta Wordweavers has hosted storytelling events in Antioch for 30 years.

The stories are geared to adults and range from hilarious to serious. Listeners are welcome to attend the monthly storytelling swaps, which resume in January: “We need listeners. Where would I be if I didn’t have listeners?”

Wordweavers has also partnered with the Antioch Public Library, 501 E. 18th St., to host a performance by professional storyteller Michael Katz on Monday, Sept. 12 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Known as the “teller of 1,000 tales,” Katz has collected stories from all over the world, ranging from folk tales to his personal stories. “He’s powerful, entertaining, challenging,” said Ferrante. The

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Michael Katz engages his audience with the art of professional storytelling. He will appear at the Antioch Library on Sept. 12. performance aims to provide good, clean fun for a general adult audience and offer an opportunity to enjoy the artistry of a master storyteller. Admission is free.

In November, Delta Wordweavers participates in a worldwide event called see Storytelling page 15A

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Storytelling from page 14A Tellebration. Around the globe, groups will hold storytelling nights for their local communities. Antioch’s Tellebration will be held Saturday, Nov. 12 from 3 to 5 p.m. The event features four tellers. Tickets are $12; seating is limited.

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people has been diminished.

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Marian Ferrante forming arts in many ways. For one, most stories are not written down. Ferrante recalled a time when she asked an instructor for a copy of a story told in class and was told that none existed. Thus, stories change each time they’re told, and each teller conveys a unique version. “These are not memorized word for word,” Ferrante said, but learned scene by scene,

which allows tellers to remember tales sometimes more than two hours long.

The direct connection between storyteller and audience is also strong. Tellers make eye contact with their listeners and focus on the story, not their performance.

The tool of storytelling can be used in many careers. Because stories are so memorable, they’re a good medium for teaching history and other subjects.

Storytelling improves memory and concentration, confronts the fear of public speaking and hones communication skills.

According to Ferrante, storytelling also helps improve children’s self-esteem and confidence, and can help children with disabilities feel more accepted by their peers. “Communication between people … has been diminished,” she said.

“This is one way they can grow, learn, and experience intimate communication.”

For more information, call 925-4371360 or e-mail deltawordweavers@att. net.

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Storyteller to visit library Bay Area storyteller Ruth Halpern visits the Brentwood Library on Wednesday, Sept. 21 for a special presentation at 4 p.m. During her 45-minute program, Halpern will regale her audience with tales of adventure, ideal for listeners in preschool and up. Younger children must

be accompanied by an adult.

The event is sponsored in partnership with the Friends of the Brentwood Library. The Brentwood Library is located at 104 Oak St., across from the park. For more information, call 925-516-5290 or visit www.ccclib.org.

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A jewel of a community Editor: My name is Steve Cichosz and I know more about women’s jewelry than any man who is not a jeweler should know. My wife’s name is Bonnie Cichosz and she is the artist/owner, sole proprietor and sole employee of Crystallized Concepts.

Bonnie makes jewelry because she loves to and she enjoys the two shows she does in Brentwood more than any others.

The Brentwood Art, Wine & Jazz Festival was the first show she did in California as a budding artist in 2004 and it remains her favorite to this day. Bonnie looked forward to this year’s BAWJ festival this year all the more in that she will be unable to attend the other Brentwood event to be held in September.

This year the BAWJ festival took a different turn for Bonnie than in any of the seven years prior. On the second day of selling her creations, Bonnie was targeted by what was obviously an orchestrated theft. She lost what we currently estimate as about a dozen pieces, and even after arriving home this evening is still discovering more losses. I was outraged in watching Bonnie’s horror intensify as she went from table to table in her booth, finding more and more of her painstakingly created pieces missing.

The thieves knew what they were doing, and the pieces they took add up to what can only be considered a very painful financial loss. What they couldn’t take, though, is Bonnie’s joy for doing the Brentwood Art, Wine & Jazz Festival.

The support Bonnie received was, and remains, truly heartwarming.

Customers helped Bonnie find empty displays and went to find security. Others were looking for anyone who might be wearing the lost pieces.

Festival organizers and fellow vendors came offering Bonnie support in any way they could, and though in the

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given circumstances at the time could effectively amount only to emotional support, it was more precious than I think anyone realizes. To all of you, Bonnie and I both give our deepest, heartfelt thanks.

To the Brentwood Police Department and the local security team we give our thanks for their fast response and earnest efforts in their follow-up to a bad situation that unfortunately couldn’t have been prevented by any reasonable means. To the Brentwood Art Society we give our thanks for your caring, your concern and the measures taken that have always made the BAWJ festival a safe and vendor-friendly environment.

To Bonnie’s fellow vendors we want to say “thank you” for your camaraderie as Bonnie worked to regain the small bit of composure that slipped away from her.

To Bonnie’s customers we want to say “thank you” for your patience, support and understanding during this mess.

We especially would like to thank the young man about 7 years old who stepped out from between the vendor canopies and, with all the seriousness and caring of an old friend, asked Bonnie if she was OK and if he could be of any help. This beautiful young man would accept neither a bottle of water nor an offering of candy, but only a hug in response to his kindness. His compassion and thoughtfulness has meant so much to Bonnie it is difficult, if not impossible, to put into words.

Bonnie lost quite a bit materially and financially earlier today, but we both gained a stronger sense of community out of this event. Thank you, Brentwood.

Steve and Bonnie Cichosz

Don’t unleash Walmart economic tsunami Editor: I have been a Walmart watcher and protester for many years. I have a lot of experience with Walmart over the years and have worked in many of the communities that are listed (later in this letter).

Walmart is trying to come to Brentwood … again.

This store had its eyes on some land at Fairview and Balfour some years ago and needed a zoning variance to get all the land it needed, but that did not happen, and those of us who spoke out loudly against Walmart back then knew that Walmart would be back.

Walmart was snooping around the city during subsequent administrations but there was a small core of residents that let it be known that we were still ready to take on the administration if they considered allowing Walmart

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to bring their small-business-killing machine into a city that is built on small businesses.

Walmart has had a love/hate relationship with the city of Antioch over the years, especially when Walmart wanted to expand the Antioch store into a Super Walmart.

The contention from the city was that Walmart was not a good corporate citizen and there were many complaints from the local residents, which had both sides pointing fingers, and the issue became a political game of dodgeball.

There is a DVD available on Netflix, “The High Price of Low Cost,” that lays out the negative effects that Walmart brings to the small cities that it builds large stores in.

In my opinion, the effects of a Super Walmart in Brentwood would not stop with the devastation of our downtown area but would have the effect of an economic tsunami ripping through most businesses across the city and especially causing financial chaos up on Lone Tree Way. Walmart is like a death knell for the small businesses here in town, small businesses that are barely surviving in these tough economic times.

Think about it: There are large Walmarts at Lone Tree and Hillcrest in Antioch (they want to expand into a Super Walmart), on Loveridge in Pittsburgh, on Arnold Drive in Martinez, on Rosewood in Pleasanton; there is a Super Walmart on Los Positas in Livermore, on West Grantline Road in Tracy, on Hammer Lane in Stockton; there is a large and expanded Walmart at Main Street in Manteca; there is a recently expanded Walmart on Kettleman in Lodi; there are two Walmarts in San Leandro, Fremont and Modesto; there is a Walmart in Ceres, and one seven miles away in Turlock.

My point here is that no matter which direction you go in the general area, you will find multiple Walmarts – a total of 17 stores!

All of these stores have tire and lube centers, vision centers, garden centers, large grocery departments, pharmacies, large health and beauty departments, hair and nail salons, large clothing departments, large sporting good departments, large shoe departments, and McDonald’s or Subway restaurants.

My point here is: how many of the goods and services listed above do you currently obtain at established small businesses in Brentwood? How many of these established small businesses provide jobs for local residents who live, raise families and pay taxes in our local communities?

Walmart wants to buy everything

it can factory direct and not through distributors like most small businesses have to do, thereby lowering their price at the retail level and undercutting the small businesses within the communities surrounding the large store.

Walmart’s lower-prices-at-all-costs policy is economic strip mining and will have a collateral effect, wiping out most or all of these well-established small businesses, leaving little or nothing in its wake except unemployed local residents wondering how they will provide for their families.

The negative financial effect of a Walmart on businesses in a small community does not happen immediately; rather, it’s a financial slow death. By the time the small businesses go under, the Walmart is finished hiring for the most part and employees cannot find comparable jobs locally and end up either driving farther for employment or moving away entirely.

This should be enough to make you think about how badly does Brentwood need a Super Walmart.

Mike Hyde Brentwood

Ode to Civic Center palms Editor: Whatever could these monsters be?

They look a little like a tree Did aliens come from outer space And put them in this tiny place?

Their shapes are odd Their trunks gigantic Their fronds are scary Did they get there by magic?

Looking at them, I’m mystified They’re larger than a moose I think I know who made them No one but Dr. Seuss!

Diane Lee Brentwood

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A sampling of recent law enforcement activity reported by East County police departments.

BRENTWOOD Aug. 17, 3:32 p.m. On Second Street, a subject arrested for public intoxication was cited and released to his mother.

Aug. 18, 8:16 a.m. A subject entered the garage of a residence on Allen Court while the resident was home, fled after being confronted and was apprehended by police a short distance away. He was arrested and released on a Juvenile Affidavit.

Aug. 18, 1:29 p.m. On Technology Way at Brentwood Boulevard, a subject stopped for vehicle code violations was found to be driving without a license. He was cited and his vehicle was towed.

Aug. 18, 2:20 p.m. On Vivian Street, two subjects were engaged in an argument over child custody.

Aug. 18, 5 p.m. An unidentified person broke into a residence on Havenwood Drive and stole a TV. Aug. 18, 5:30 p.m. A subject was placed under citizen’s arrest for shoplifting at a business on Second Street.

Aug. 18, 6:01 p.m. A subject contacted at the scene of a collision on Second Street at Central Boulevard was found to driving under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Aug. 18, 8:19 p.m. On Sanford Court, two subjects were engaged in an argument over their divorce and property.

Aug. 18, Midnight An unidentified person cut wiring inside junction boxes that supply power to street lights on San Jose Avenue at St. Regis Avenue.

Aug. 19, 8:40 a.m. An unidentified person stole a trailer parked on Jeffery Way. Aug. 19, 10:46 a.m. An unidentified person dumped two mattresses in the roadway on Amber Lane at Dimartini Lane.

Aug. 19, 11:01 a.m. A resident of Pebble Beach Drive reported that a handgun was stolen from his residence during a recent move.

Aug. 19, 4:35 p.m. A three-vehicle rear-end collision occurred on the Highway 4 Bypass at Sand Creek Road.

Aug. 19, 4:50 p.m. An unidentified person stole a bicycle from the porch of a residence

LOGS on Chestnut Street. Loss: $132.11.

Aug. 19, 11 p.m. On Griffith Lane at McClarren Road, a subject stopped for vehicle code violations was found in possession of loaded firearms and methamphetamine for sale. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Aug. 20, 6:34 a.m. A vehicle parked in a towaway zone on First Street at Oak Street was towed and stored.

Aug. 20, 8:05 a.m. An unidentified driver struck a vehicle parked on Foothill Drive and fled the scene without leaving contact information.

Aug. 20, 8:50 a.m. A resident of Presidio Drive reported receiving numerous unwanted phone calls from an unidentified person.

Aug. 20, 9:35 a.m. On Glenwillow Lane at Peachwillow Lane, a driver who sideswiped another vehicle was found to be driving without a license.

Aug. 21, 2:44 a.m. A subject contacted at the scene of a collision on Brentwood Boulevard at Second Street was found to be DUI. He was arrested and released on a Promise To Appear.

Aug. 21, 3:21 p.m. An unidentified person broke the window of a vehicle parked on Lone Tree Way and stole a purse.

Aug. 21, 6 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard, a child exchange was mediated by police.

Aug. 21, 11:20 p.m. On Sand Creek Road at Brentwood Boulevard, a subject stopped for vehicle code violations was found to be a convicted felon in possession of pepper spray.

He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Aug. 21, 11:40 p.m. During a traffic stop on the Highway 4 Bypass at Sand Creek Road, a subject was found to be driving on a license suspended for DUI. A passenger in the vehicle was found to have a no-bail felony warrant for his arrest.

Aug. 22, 10:13 a.m. An unidentified person removed 300 feet of copper wire from streetlights on Empire Avenue at Great Falls Drive.

Loss: $150.

Aug. 22, 11:28 a.m. On Balfour Road at Pippo Avenue, a driver lost control of his vehicle, which struck a curb and was caught in the foliage on the center median.

Aug. 23, 12:11 a.m. On Susan Street, a subject was stabbed in the left ear, causing minor

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On Balfour Road at Pippo Avenue in Brentwood, a vehicle struck a curb and was caught in the foliage on the center median.

Aug. 22, 11:28 a.m. injury. The assailant was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Aug. 23, 3:48 a.m. A subject was reported walking around garbage dumpsters on Shady Willow Lane. When contacted, he was found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest.

He was arrested and booked into the Martinez Detention Facility.

Aug. 23, 12:31 p.m. The incoming mail of a resident of Handel Way was stolen.

Aug. 23, 12:56 p.m. On Balfour Road at Minnesota Avenue, a subject stopped for a vehicle code violation was found to be driving on registration expired in excess of six months.

Aug. 23, 1:49 p.m. An unidentified person passed counterfeit money at a business on Brentwood Boulevard.

Aug. 23, 1:59 p.m. An unidentified person entered a residence on Grant Street through a side window and stole numerous items. Estimated loss: $10,250.

Aug. 23, 5:14 p.m. On Brentwood Boulevard at Sunrise Drive, a subject contacted on a traffic stop was found to be driving on a license suspended for negligent operation. He was arrested and released on a Notice To Appear. The vehicle was towed.

Aug. 23, 6:11 p.m. An unidentified person pried open the front door of a residence on Ashbourne Place and stole jewelry, a laptop computer and digital camera.

To view the Brentwood Police Department’s public logs on the city’s Web site, visit www.ci.brentwood.ca.us/department/pd/reports/index.cfm.

OAKLEY Aug. 15 – On the 800 block of Chianti Way, a subject was arrested for illegal entry.

Aug. 15 – A marine hazard was removed from the 6000 block of Bridgehead Road.

Aug. 15 – On the 1000 block of Rosemary Lane, a subject was arrested for being under the influence of drugs.

Aug. 15 – A subject interfered with a public officer on the 4300 block of Mehaffey Way. Aug. 15 – Vehicle accidents with property damage occurred on West Cypress Road at Empire Avenue and West Cypress Road at O’Hara Avenue.

Aug. 15 – Shoplifting was reported on the 2000 block of Main Street.

Aug. 16 – A residence on the 200 block of Hibiscus Way was burglarized.

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Aug. 17 – Battery was reported on the 200 block of Kate Lane.

Aug. 17 – Credit card fraud was reported on the 5400 block of Neroly Road.

Aug. 18 – Terrorist threats were reported on the 100 block of Malicoat Avenue.

Aug. 18 – Domestic violence with injury to a spouse was reported on Brown Road at Oxford Drive.

Aug. 18 – Stolen vehicles were reported on the 1900 block of Teresa Lane and the 1500 block of Ashwood Drive.

Aug. 18 – A vehicle parked on West Cypress Road at Main Street was burglarized.

Aug. 18 – Juveniles were reported missing from the 4800 block of Bayside Way and the 5700 block of Daffodil Drive.

Aug. 18 – A vehicle accident with injuries occurred on Laurel Road at O’Hara Avenue.

Aug. 18 – On Rutherford Lane at Vintage Parkway, a subject was cited for driving without a license.

Aug. 19 – An arrest warrant was served on East Cypress Road at Picasso Drive.

Aug. 19 – A custody order violation was reported on the 3200 block of Main Street.

Aug. 19 – On Laurel Road at Meadows Lane, a subject was arrested for arson.

Aug. 20 – A vehicle accident with injuries occurred on Empire Avenue at Holly Drive.

Aug. 20 – An adult was reported missing from the 1000 block of Rosemary Lane.

Aug. 20 – Assault with a deadly weapon was reported on the 5000 block of Winchester Drive.

Aug. 20 – On the 1500 block of Port Way, a subject was arrested for public intoxication.

Aug. 20 – On the 3100 block of Main Street, a subject was arrested for loitering on private property.

Aug. 21 – A subject was reported to have thrown an object at a vehicle on the 300 block of Cashew Lane.

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Falcons repeat – no easy putaway

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In 2010, Freedom High’s girls tennis team made a surprising run to the top of the Bay Valley Athletic League standings. They lost only one match in league play, which came at the hand of Liberty. Gone are Nicole Zanarini, Emma Mollenhauer, Alex Gerundio, as well as doubles specialist Kendall Markham.

Still, they field a team that coach Steve Amaro believes is the deepest he’s seen in his years at Freedom. Returning for the Falcons are singles players Nadean Hurtado, Amy Yonemoto, Jenna Bottorff, plus doubles specialists Sierra Quinley and Randi Strain. Hurtado and Bottorff went undefeated in league play last year.

“After our first day of tryouts, I was very concerned,” Amaro said. “We had trouble running a lap around the track; however, after a good amount of conditioning the past two weeks and our first match against Miramonte, I feel we’ll be ready for season.”

Seniors Mansi Saini, Amanda Weaver and Kristen Quesada also return, bolstering Freedom’s depth. Madison Mills, a junior who qualified for NCS last season in the doubles tournament, also comes back.

For his players to repeat as league champions, Amaro said they’ll need to play well in doubles. They lack experience down the doubles ladder, which he fears can hurt them against top teams.

Liberty While the league championship banner from a season ago hangs at Freedom, the Bell

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Freedom High junior and doubles tennis player Madison Mills returns a shot during a match last season.

Game trophy for tennis takes up residence at Liberty. The Lions also beat Heritage in the second half of last season, giving them a leg up on their rivals.

Sarah Graney and Tanya Schmidt are gone from that team. But senior Janelle Sparks and sophomores Mikayla Kutsuris, Jenne Wristlin, Sabrina Barton and Sierra Wanden comprise five of Liberty’s top six singles players. Also returning are the top two

doubles teams of junior Alexis Esquivel and senior Hannah Fugazzi, and seniors Stephanie Drake and Kristina Diaz.

Head coach Priscilla Macksoud believes that heart and determination are her team’s top strengths. “Our girls are tired of being the underdog and are hungry for a BVAL league championship, Macksoud said. “Beating Freedom and Heritage at the second half of last season was just the beginning of good

things to come at Liberty High School.”

Her greatest concern is how the singles lineup of predominantly sophomores will handle the butterflies of the BVAL season.

Still, she’s confident the girls will be ready to play by the time that the league season begins against Deer Valley.

“We are stronger, we have depth, and our girls have worked hard off-season to dominate the 2011 season,” Macksoud added.

Heritage The Patriots face a rebuilding season in 2011 after a strong 2010. Arlesha Samuda won the BVAL title in 2010 as a junior, but head coach Ed Dong said that she wouldn’t return.

As a sophomore in 2010, Megan Celek played mostly singles, but joined Stefanie Johnston to win the BVAL doubles titles. This year, Celek will play in the No. 2 singles slot.

Behind her is junior Lauren Ellingson, who moves up from the No. 6 singles spot to the No. 3 position. Both will play behind senior Sarah Stewart, who will take the court in the top position in Samuda’s absence.

“She (Stewart) has been preparing for the past three seasons playing high school and summer league tennis,” Dong said. “Sarah’s looking forward to the challenges, and excels in heat of competition.”

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Deer Valley senior Dylan Winn crosses the finish line at a meet last season. Winn, the Wolverines’ top runner, spearheads this season’s strong Deer Valley cross country team.

Though Deer Valley High’s cross country team lost its top runner to graduation, head coach Dave Bartholomew feels that the Wolverines won’t lose a step this year.

Bartholomew’s optimism is based mainly on the guy who ran with or right behind graduated No. 1 Paul Matejcek last year – senior Dylan Winn, who has taken over the top slot.

At the 2010 North Coast Section meet, Winn was the second Bay Valley Athletic League runner (to Matejcek) to cross the finish line.

“I think Dylan has the most passion and the most endurance of anybody,” Bartholomew said.

Other key returning male athletes for the Wolverines include seniors Keith Lowry and Josh Potter. Deer Valley’s huge crop of newcomers is led by freshman Jacob Evans.

Bartholomew is also excited about the potential of his girls team. Led by sisters Stephanie and Jessica Siemens, the coach believes the girls could turn in some solid results. Stephanie, a senior, is a four-year varsity

athlete. Jessica, a sophomore, ran varsity last season as well. Both were first-team all-BVAL selections last season.

Seniors Cande Salazar and Jamie Burchett will lead the team, and sophomore Mariam Issa is also expected to perform well.

“My girls team is probably as strong or maybe stronger than the boys,” said Bartholomew.

Freedom Last season, Freedom’s girls cross country team was one of the most talented in the section, placing 10th at the final meet.

The future of distance running success looks bright for the Falcons, who return one of their best runners from 2010 – Lisa Tilcock. The junior finished 12th at the NCS meet – highest of any BVAL runner – and second in the previous BVAL meet to teammate Carmen Martinez, who graduated last year.

“To think that she still has another year after this is pretty promising,” said head coach Alicia Wiley. “We need somebody to step in, and she stepped in a few times last year. So I’m confident she’s going to be able to do it again this year.”

Freedom also returns fleet-footed runners such as junior Fiona Lehmann, senior Marissa Higgins and sophomore Monique Paris.

The Falcons’ top two male runners return as well – senior Michael Valdez and junior Joey Fajardo, both second-team all-league selections. Juniors Ezra Zamora and Emmanuel Marzan look to strengthen Freedom’s distance core.

Newcomers such as senior Alex Byrd, who developed a taste for distance running as a track athlete last year, and freshman Mateo Maldonado could also make an impact.

Liberty Liberty looks forward to another strong season, improving on a BVAL-best 12th in the boys NCS meet. The Lions’ top runner, Jesus Morales, returns for his senior season. Morales was a first-team all-BVAL athlete last season, a campaign capped by a team-best 43rd at the section championship.

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he Oakley Kids Fishing Derby brought 150 kids through age 15 to the Bridgehead/Oakley Pier last weekend. Winners in the Most Fish or Biggest Fish category received a certificate plus a tackle box loaded with fishing supplies. Winners in the Smallest Fish category received a certificate plus a City of Oakley backpack loaded with goodies.

The winners: Age 5 and Under – Biggest Fish: Albert Reyes, 2; Most Fish: Jordan Mijares, 5; and Smallest Fish: Moses Ortiz, 5. Age 6-10 – Biggest Fish: Grant Gomes, 8; Most Fish: Nathan Haubrock, 9; and Smallest Fish: Jade Delgado, 9. Age 11-15 – Biggest Fish: Zachary Morrow, 13; Most Fish: Joshua McEvoy, 11; and Smallest Fish: Ashley Dewey, 11.

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Heritage is a young team. Its 12-player varsity lineup features eight rookies. What Dong most appreciates about his team is the doubles component, which most of his rival coaches see as a question mark.

“Our three doubles teams should be able to give heartache to their counterparts,” Dong added. “The BVAL league has parity, so anyone can be league champions this season.”

Deer Valley In 2010, the Wolverines managed only a fourth-place finish in league play. This year, led by returning junior Maryn Wunderly, their sights are set high.

Samuda’s absence means the BVAL individual title is wide open. Wunderly gives

Pack from page 19A helped by sophomore Cody Mayer, who ran track and field for the Lions last year. Head coach Michael Mundy feels that Mayer could be a future star. Freshman Giovanny Colchado will also be in the mix.

Much like the boys squad, the Lions female runners also welcome back one of their most talented athletes – Cora Williams.

The senior took first place last year in a meet against a tough Freedom squad and second place against Deer Valley. She was also the top Lion finisher at NCS. Senior Alyssa Hansen looks to capitalize on a solid junior season, one that earned her first-team all-league honors. Hansen placed first against Antioch last year and finished 10th overall in the Yoshaany Rahm Invitational.

Newcomers for the girls team include sophomore Taylor Rodarte and juniors Ashley Caruso and Camille Roque.

“They’re a young group, but they’re led by two seniors who have trained for the last four years to get to this point,” Mundy said. “They have good leadership up at the top.”

Heritage Heritage head coach Kevin Bain likes what he sees so far from his boys team, which will be led by junior Noah Peña, a first-team all-league selection. “I feel very strongly about Noah,” Bain said. “He’s going to do a good job.”

Peña was one of the Patriots’ top runners last season and came in 48th at the NCS meet.

The boys team will be bolstered by sophomores Solomon Demeko-Ousman and Frank Kurtz – two young athletes who Bain has said look strong in practice so far.

Freshman Jacob Drees could also earn a spot on the varsity roster and make strong contributions.

The future for the Heritage girls team looks bright. Bain likes what he sees so far from freshmen Annjellica Nubla and Alejandra Hinojosa, competitive soccer players who are trying out distance running.

“They’re just doing a really good job on the cross country course,” Bain said. “They’ve got a nice stride and an aggressive attitude.”

Sophomore Sarah Toelkes was the 800meter champion at the BVAL track meet in the spring, and Bain feels that her talent will translate nicely on cross country courses. Juniors Taylor Johnson, a second-team all-BVAL selection, and Dakotah Schwartz should also make an impact.

Pittsburg Pittsburg’s girls cross country team made see Pack page 24A

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the Wolverines their best chance to hoist that trophy. She will also lead the attack as Deer Valley tries to climb the ladder and win the team title.

At last year’s BVAL tournament, Wunderly won her first match against Pittsburg’s Kameryn Ray but lost to Antioch’s Laura Cudney.

Antioch The Panthers lost their top four singles players – Shannon West, Laura Cudney, Kelly Ferronato and Mada Bonzi – from the 2010 season. Despite the loss, Antioch returns most of a lineup that prosecuted a surprisingly positive 2010 campaign.

Seniors Rachel Harris and Nadia Duenas, who played over the summer and took lessons to improve their games, vie for the top

position on the team – Harris enjoying a slight advantage at this point. Senior Ashley Custer and junior Raquel Gragg round out the likely top four. Gragg played predominantly as a doubles player in 2011, but the other top four players return to singles play.

“We have a lot of returning players,” said head coach Larry Johnson. “They (Harris and Duenas) are playing each other pretty equal in challenge matches. They all had respectable records, so we have high hopes.”

As is the case with most of their rivals, Antioch’s doubles situation is not yet known.

Junior Katarina Jones is the Panthers’ lone returning doubles player. In order to compete with the BVAL’s top doubles teams, Johnson wants his squad to work on strategy to develop more consistent play.

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“We’re hoping to be more competitive than we were last year,” Johnson added.

“We’re looking good so far. We beat Clayton Valley 4-3. We have a lot of good, new players.

So we’re keeping an eye on the future.”

Pittsburg The Pirates spent 2010 at the bottom of the BVAL standings. No Pirate player or doubles team earned a victory at the league tournament last season, a result they’re looking to change.

Pittsburg will be without its No. 1 singles player from last season, Kameryn Ray, who graduated. Many players on the Pirates’ tennis team last year were seniors. Rachel Parungao, Pittsburg’s No. 4 singles athlete last season, will return.

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Basketball tournament returns to DB The annual Ballin’ In The Bay 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament rolls into Discovery Bay on Saturday, Sept. 24. The event provides a bracket for every age and gender, guaranteeing a fun time for all. From third-graders to high schoolers, from masters to moms, a division will be built to fit each team’s needs.

Participants receive a T-shirt, and winners in each division walk away with cash and prizes. Every team is guaranteed a minimum of two games. Food and drinks are available all day. Proceeds go toward sports programs for East Contra Costa County kids.

Ballin’ In The Bay is sponsored in part by Discovery Bay’s Boardwalk Grill.

Applications may be obtained at www. warriorelitebasketball.com on the home page or at Boardwalk Grill, 5879 Marina Road.

The fee is $20. Players must submit their application and registration fee by Sept. 19.

Players without a team will be assigned to an appropriate team. For more information, call Jim Mattison at 925-698-1590 or David Bohannon at 925-766-6864.

Pack from page 23A a successful showing at the NCS meet, but the top two runners – Marcie Torres and Christina Georgopoulos – have both graduated. Still, senior Crystal Keppel, sophomore Margarita Gonzalez, junior Marisa Mota and senior Celina Fernandez are a formidable force. Keppel and Gonzalez both earned second-team allleague honors last season.

The Pirates’ boys team will remain largely intact up front. Edgar Martinez, a junior, and senior Gabriel Rodriguez showed talent last season. Martinez was Pittsburg’s best runner at NCS. Both Martinez and Rodriguez were firstteam all-BVAL athletes in the 2010 season.

Antioch Though the Panthers are still looking for a couple more runners to round out their squads, head coach Elizabeth Lopez is convinced that Antioch has a solid base of talent.

The Panthers return five starters on the girls team and four on the boys.

According to Lopez, the talent of her five returning girls gives one of them a shot at cracking the top 10 at the NCS meet. The Panthers will rely on seniors Maricor Panaligan and Sandra Lee-Freeman, as well as juniors Abagail Rivera, Savannah Sellers and Michelle Ocegueda.

Sellers projects to be Antioch’s No. 1 runner. Lee-Freeman looks to bounce back from a case of anemia, which hurt her toward the end of last season.

Newcomer juniors Mairani Rosales and Meriah Barajas could crack the varsity lineup this year and make contributions.

The boys team should post a solid season as well. Lopez feels that senior J.R. Abad, sophomores Jorge Sandoval and Randy Thomas, in addition to junior Luis Guiterrez, will form a talented core. The coach was impressed by the sub-20-minute finishes at NCS

by Sandoval, Thomas and Guiterrez – results she’s confident they can surpass.

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“The beauty of this program is that none of the buyer’s money is at risk – ever,” said Dan O’Brien, area president of Shea Homes Trilogy.

“The only commitment we ask of a potential buyer to initiate the program is that they put their current home up for sale. Then, on a very individual basis, we can structure a program that will help make that sale and the transition to Trilogy living easy and risk-free at every step.”

Buyers in the 55+ age group typically come to Trilogy owning a home they’ve lived in for a number of years. According to O’Brien, their concerns are typically amplified by the state of the economy: what if my home doesn’t sell? What if it sells quickly – will I be homeless? If I get more for my home than I expect, can I upgrade my Trilogy purchase?

“We structure the program based on the buyer’s individual need, which is something most builders just can’t do,” said O’Brien. “It’s one of the advantages of being a relationship builder, not a cookie-cutter builder.”

To help with the sale of an existing home, the Trilogy Platinum Program guides the client to a real estate professional and provides marketing strategies. Trilogy won’t start building the new home until the buyer gets cash from the sale of the existing home, which eliminates any monetary risk for the buyer. Once that sale is complete, the buyers move into furnished accommodations – paid for by Shea – and start enjoying the Trilogy lifestyle while their new home at The Vineyards is being built.

“People are so excited to be able to engage in the community right away,” said O’Brien, who isn’t merely the area president but a member at Trilogy at The Vineyards. “So far we have had 32 of our members make use of this program, and it has a 97-percent rate of success.”

The first of the Platinum Program’s many success stories is that of John and Jody Casey, who moved to The Vineyards last year from Pleasanton, where John was superintendent of the school district.

“We really created this program for John and Jody,” said O’Brien. “They knew their home in Pleasanton would sell fast and didn’t want to have to move in with relatives while their new home was being finished.”

According to Jody, “The program meant so much to us because we felt comfortable selling our home in Pleasanton and could begin enjoying Trilogy before our new home was even finished.”

Among the many amenities available to members of Trilogy at The Vineyards is the new Club Los Meganos, a resort-style members’ club with a splendid view of Mt. Diablo – the most significant of its kind ever built in the San Francisco Bay Area. The club features indoor/outdoor swimming pools, a fully equipped athletic club, event center, a gourmet culinary studio, a restaurant with fullservice bar – even the luxurious Sawã Spa, a 5,000square-foot day spa that’s open to the public. The club is surrounded by more than 30,000 square feet of outdoor amenities, including tennis and bocce courts, a concert venue and lush gardens featuring extensive collections of roses, herbs and citrus. Visit www.clublosmeganos.com for more information.

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Vacation from page 1B From June 11 to July 11, Irwin, accompanied by her aunt and uncle, walked from Geneva, Switzerland to Moissac, France by way of the Compostelle de Saint-Jacques, - the Way of St. James. This ancient route has been traveled by millions of pilgrims for thousands of years. Irwin’s aunt and uncle had traveled a portion of the trail before, and when they announced their plans to return in 2011, Irwin decided to join them.

But once she arrived in Europe she began to question her decision.

“I got off the plane, and I couldn’t read any of the signs,” Irwin said. “I was submerged in a whole other world and I had no idea how to communicate what I needed and where I needed to go. I had to stop and take a deep breath for a moment. All I could think was ‘What have I gotten myself into?’”

The journey The Way of St. James is a network of trails and paths that lead to Santiago, Spain, where it’s believed that the apostle James the Great is buried. St. James, the patron saint of Spain, is believed to be the first disciple to join Jesus. He preached throughout Europe’s Iberian Peninsula, which includes Spain and Portugal, before he traveled to Jerusalem, where his beheading sealed his martyr’s status. St. James’ followers are believed to have carried his body across Europe, through France to Spain, to lay his body to rest in Santiago. Spain celebrates St. James Day on July 25, but his sainthood is recognized worldwide. Pilgrims come in droves to walk his path every year, seeking miracles, revelations and peace of mind.

However, in recent years, the pilgrimage has taken on a new purpose. Pilgrims do not need to be religious or seek a divine message during their walk. In the past 20 years, the Walk of St. James has become a ON THE COVER: Brentwood resident Jacqueline Irwin spent her summer in Europe, walking more than 500 miles along the Way of St. James.

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Jacqueline Irwin said many of the sights along the Way of St. James, such as the Valentre Bridge in France, resembled something only imagined in fairytales. tourist attraction, a way to travel Europe by surrounding oneself with the ambiance of European landscape punctuated by small villages and quaint farms, a glimpse into European history irrespective of typical tourist magnets such as the Eiffel Tour, London Bridge or Roman Coliseum.

Irwin had never been to Europe before, and the avid hiker relished the idea of traveling into the heart of France on foot with only a backpack to carry her necessities.

She and her family walked an average of 10 miles per day. The longest stretch measured 18 miles through the French countryside, an exhausting but worthwhile challenge.

“Everyone does the walk for different reasons,” Irwin explained. “Some do it because they’re sick and want to get well. Others do it for exercise. And some do it for vacation. You meet amazing people and get to see beautiful scenery. For me, I always wanted to go to Europe and this was an extraordinary opportunity to get away while challenging myself both mentally and physically.”

Along the trail One of the advantages of traveling the Way of St. James is that Irwin and her family became immersed in French village lifestyle.

By day and at night, they’d walk alongside vineyards, orchards and meadows blanketed

in wildflowers, visit the homes of pilgrimage aides and advisers who opened their homes to travelers, offering food and lodging, first aid for swollen, blistered feet and scrapes, and advice about where to travel next.

“There are people who open up their homes to the pilgrims free of charge. They don’t know you but they welcome you into their homes and treat you like family,” Irwin said. “It was amazing. Some of these houses are more than 400 years old – some of the mattresses felt they might have been that old, too – but it was incredible.” see Vacation page 3B

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While most pilgrims walk the Way of St. James, others choose to ride their bikes or travel by horse or donkey.

Photo courtesy of Jacqueline Irwin

Vacation from page 2B After a long day on the trail, it was always comforting to know that a hot shower and bed were waiting for you, but for Irwin, the best part of lodging with the locals was the food. At each stop, which they reserved a day ahead of time, helping them set their walking goal for the next day, Irwin and her family were treated to a four-course meal.

Despite walking more than 500 miles in 31 days, Irwin didn’t lose a single pound.

Meals included an appetizer that served as a gateway to flavorful sauces accompanying a main course, which was followed by a cheese platter and dessert. Irwin even picked up

some cooking tips along the way, which she’s excited to try now that that she’s back in that States. Although the lodging and food were free, Irwin tipped her gracious hosts for their hospitality.

While the food was a major highlight of the trip, meeting villagers and fellow pilgrims was Irwin’s favorite part of the experience. In some cases, the housekeepers with whom she and her family stayed had never met anyone from America, so the stays were an opportunity to swap customs and discuss culture and ways of life. see Vacation page 4B

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Jacqueline Irwin takes a moment to enjoy a field of sunflowers during her 500mile walk through France this summer.

Vacation from page 3B During the second half of the journey, Irwin and her family rested in dormlike bed-and-breakfasts and the occasional hostel. While on the trail, she and her family traveled briefly with a woman from Germany who was on the journey alone. Irwin also met two childhood friends from the Netherlands who meet up every summer to travel a different part of the trail. By the end of her trip, Irwin came to the realization that people, no matter who they are or where they come from, are a lot alike, and the rest of us would realize it if we only took the chance to expose ourselves to such diversity.

The trail is especially busy in the summer, and Irwin encountered families walk-

ing the trail as part of their summer vacations. “Europeans walk everywhere, so for many people a walk along the trail is an ideal vacation. You’d see big families on the trail; little kids walking alongside their parents and grandparents, carrying their own little backpacks. I don’t know if you could convince many American children to take a vacation like that.”

Spiritual journeys and wear and tear Between chatting with her aunt and uncle, plus her cousin who joined them for a few days, and walking to the beat of her iPod, Irwin had plenty of time to ponder life’s big questions. Enveloped in picturesque French countryside provided many see Vacation page 19B

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Words to live by: ‘be prepared’ In 1960, Hurricane Donna swept through our town on Long Island. At the age of 9, I found it exciting and even fun to be taken home from school in a rowboat. Only two small bridges led to the main town on our residential island. For us kids, it was an adventure and to this day I remember it with a smile.

SENIOR I doubt very much ORNER my parents felt the same level of amazement and glee. I looked forward to the heavy snow that meant no school – a day of snuggling up in a warm blanket in front of the TV. MARLA Last weekend as I LUCKHARDT sat glued to the Weather Channel, worrying about loved ones up and down the East Coast, I viewed Mother Nature with a new respect. Who would have imagined Penn Station ever closing?! By the end of the weekend I hope to have heard from my East Coast loved ones that all is well and they’re safe.

The people on the news continually mentioned the need for an emergency kit to help deal with a disaster. Here are a few tips to help you put together your own kit: We take essentials such power and water for granted. Since water is life, keep several bottles of water in a handy place, plus enough to refill the commode for flushing. Include in

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Pack up a supply of nonperishable food, enough for at least two or three days. You should include a hammer in case you need to break through a solid door or break a window in order to exit your house. If you live in a two-story house, provide access a ladder that reaches the ground safely. Keep your cell phone charged at all times, as it can be used when your land line is down due to an electrical outage.

Prepare a game plan. If you live alone, keep a phone number of someone to call in case of an emergency. Enter it into your cell phone or keep it in an easily found place. A first-aid kit is also essential. Since we hardly ever use those, it’s a good idea to check the contents of the first-aid kit you’ve kept in the house for 20 years!

Whether your radio is state-of-the-art or not, keep it handy. It’ll keep you informed of how the emergency situation is developing.

Your radio should be one that works on those extra batteries.

Knowing you’ve assembled your emergency kit will not only keep you prepared – it’ll make me feel better. As my grandma used to say, “Put on a sweater, I’m cold!”

Marla Luckhardt is a Discovery Bay resident and member of the East Contra Costa Senior Coalition. She works with several local senior care and advocacy groups. To contact her, e-mail marla2054@aol.com.

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When emergency is mere urgency Many of us go to the emergency department (ED) right away when we’re sick or injured. This makes sense for lifethreatening conditions, but what if your condition is less serious?

“For patients with non-life-threatening ailments, urgent care centers provide immediate access to expert care,” said Dr. Jeffery Leinen, medical director of the Emergency Department at Sutter Delta Medical Center. “Urgent care physicians are board certified in emergency medicine, and treat patients for sore throats, colds and flu, vomiting, diarrhea, cuts and abrasions, sprains and strains, bruises and bumps, asthma, headaches, ear infections, urinary tract infections or back pain.”

Open 24 hours, hospital-based emergency departments treat patients suffering from life-threatening illnesses or injuries such as difficulty breathing, unconsciousness and severe bleeding, chest pain, burns, seizures or injuries. Go to the nearest emergency department or call 911 if you experience more serious conditions.

Because emergency department physicians treat the sickest patients first, the wait time at the ED is often one to two hours – compared to an hour or less at an urgent care center. And since urgent care visits usually cost less than ED visits, seeing an urgent care physician for non-emergency treatment might save you not only time, but money.

When your doctor’s office is closed, urgent care centers also provide a fast and accessible alternative for the treatment of mild to moderate medical problems. Most offer

Alzheimer’s caregivers The Brentwood-based Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group welcomes Marilyn Jenkins-Stark, facilitator of an early-stage support group, to its Thursday, Sept. 8 meeting for an exploration of Early Stage Care-giving Issues. The meeting runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Neighborhood Church, 50 Birch St. The caregiving challenges posed by those suffering from early stages of Alzheimer’s disease differ from those in later stages, often revolving around issues of acceptance, control, safety and boundaries. Jenkins-Stark will share her wealth of experience in these matters.

The group is open to anyone who is caring for or knows someone who is caring for a person with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. There is no charge for admission, and no reservations are necessary.

The Brentwood Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group, facilitated by Linda Hughes and sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association and Neighborhood Church, meets at the church on the second Thursday of the month from 7 to 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 925-513-7710.

For additional information on the Alzheimer’s Association, call 800-272-3900 or visit www.alznorcal.org.

convenient holiday, weekend and evening hours as well as walk-in appointments seven days a week. Many urgent care centers also facilitate diagnostic tests, lab services and basic X-ray exams.

“When you visit our Urgent Care Center,” said Leinen, “you’re connected to every physician, subspecialist and cutting-edge medical technology and technique available throughout the entire Sutter network.”

– Contributed by Julie Ruiz-Wibbelsmann, Sutter Health East Bay Region

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Directors of the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District (the “District”) will hold a public hearing on the adoption of its Operating Budget for fiscal year 2011-2012. The time, date, and place of the hearing shall be as follows: TIME: 6:30P.M DATE: September 12, 2011 PLACE: 3231 Main Street, Oakley, CA A copy of the proposted budget will be available for inspection at the offices of the District at 134 Oak Street, Brentwood, CA three days prior to the public hearing.

Any person who wishes to be heard regarding the proposed final budgets may appear at the public hearing or may send written comments to the undersigned at the District office. /s/ Hugh Henderson Fire Chief/ Clerk of the Board Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005337-00 The name of the business (es): Total Body Transformation Located at: 5404 Riverlake Rd In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Toni Michelle Hill 5404 Riverlake Rd, Discovery Bay, CA, 94505. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 9/28/2010. Signature of registrant: Toni Hill This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/4/11 By Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires 8/4/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005338-00 The name of the business (es): Original Oils by Nicki b Located at: 1250 Willowlake Rd In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nicki Marie Bernacchi 1250 Willowlake Rd, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/4/2011. Signature of registrant: Nicki Marie Bernacchi This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/4/11 By Elizabeth Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 8/4/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005170-00 The name of the business (es): AID4ROF - Ring of Fire Earthquake Relief Fund Located at: 2025 Newton Drive In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Love 4 Our Neighbors 2025 Newton Drive, Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 3/2011. Signature of registrant: Deborah L. Melander - President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 7/28/11 By Lisa Woods, Deputy Expires 7/28/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005418-00 The name of the business (es): Ziglar Brothers Landscape and Property Maintenance Located at: 2049 Bridgeport Loop In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Silas Howard Barr Ziglar 2)Michael Fredrick Ziglar 2049 Bridgeport Loop, Discovery Bay, CA 94505.

This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/8/2011. Signature of registrant: Silas Ziglar This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/8/11 By Chandra Ocasio, Deputy Expires 8/8/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005475-00 The name of the business (es): LRJ Motors Located at: 570 Valdry Court - C-10 In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Mailing: 3602 Otter Brook Loop, Discovery Bay, CA, 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Robin Jarreau 3602 Otter Brook Loop, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. 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: Robin Jarreau This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/10/11 By C. Garcia, Deputy Expires 8/10/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, 1515 Clay Street, Suite 2208, Oakland, CA 94612 (510) 622-4970 NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES Date of Filing Application: August 2, 2011 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: ANDREW G WONG The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 3436 DEER VALLEY RD ANTIOCH, CA 94509-6650 Type of license(s) Applied for: 41 - On- Sale Beer And Wine endash Eating Place Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Date(s): August 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005427-00 The name of the business (es): Lightwave Mobile Located at: 309 Mohar Ct In: Pleasant Hill, Ca, 94523, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Liik Us Inc 309 Mohar Ct Pleasant Hill CA 94523. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant Brian Ramsey CEOThis statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/9/11 By J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires 8/9/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005356-00 The name of the business (es): IMG Trading Co Located at: 795 Woodsong ln In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ingrid M. Gregerson 795 Woodsong ln, Brentwood, CA 94513.

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: Ingrid Gregerson This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/5/11 By C. Garcia, Deputy Expires 8/5/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005442-00 The name of the business (es): Heavenly Cheesecakes Located at: 860 Orchid Court In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Maria Martinek 860 Orchid Ct, Brentwood, CA, 94513 2) Michelle Hirsch, 3699 Otter Brook Loop, Discovery Bay, CA, 94505. This business is conducted by: a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/9/2011. Signature of registrant: Michelle Hirsch Maria Martinek This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/9/11 By Chandra Ocasio, Deputy Expires 8/9/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005546-00 The name of the business (es): The King Diamond Products Located at: 641 Eastwood Ct. In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Hector Barquero 2)Alba Barquero 641 Eastwood Ct Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/12/11. Signature of registrant: Alba Barquero This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on:8/12/11 By Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires 8/12/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005586-00 The name of the business (es): Lions Den Cafe & Deli Located at: 7351 “B” Brentwood Blvd In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Haidrah M. Babukr 22 Connie Ct, Oakley, CA 94516. 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: Haidrah M. Babukr This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/16/11 By H. Franklin, Deputy Expires 8/16/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005472-00 The name of the business (es): Azra Foundation Located at: 5315 Heidorn Ranch Rd In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Azra P. Khan 5315 Heidorn Ranch Rd. Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/10/11. Signature of registrant: Azra P. Khan This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/10/11 By Sue Whatford, Deputy Expires 8/10/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005736- 00 The name of the business (es): Olmedo Real Estate Located at: 1160 Chaucer Dr. In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Milton A. Olmedo 2) 1160 Chaucer Dr., Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Milton A. Olmedo This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/23/11 By Jenny Pineda, Deputy Expires 8/23/16 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005248-00 The name of the business (es): D. Curiel Landscape Co. Located at: 4900 Beldin Ln In: Oakley, CA, 94561, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jose D. Reynoso 4900 Beldin Ln, Oakley, CA, 94561. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8-1-11. Signature of registrant: Jose Don Reynoso This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on:8/1/11

By Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires 8/1/16 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005588-00 The name of the business (es): Vietnam Noodle House Located at: 3676 Delta Fair Blvd.

In: Antioch, Ca, 94509, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Thanh Q Trinh 2)Nhung T Ho 3276 Napa Dr, San Jose, CA 95148. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Thanh Q Trinh This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/16/11 By H. Franklin, Deputy Expires 8/16/16 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005656-00 The name of the business (es): Shannon’s Appliance Repair Located at: 3018 Camino Diablo In: Byron, Ca, 94514, Mailing: P.O. Box 597, Byron, CA 94514 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Shannon K McCullough 3018 Camino Diablo, Byron, CA 94514. 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: Shannon McCullough This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/18/11 By Lisa Woods, Deputy Expires 8/18/16 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005664-00 The name of the business (es): J & S Auto Detail Located at: 3660 Walnut blvd #51 In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jeremy J Josiah Irvin 3660 Walnut blvd #51 Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/18/11. Signature of registrant: Jeremy Irvin This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/18/11 By Lisa Woods, Deputy Expires 8/18/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005703- 00 The name of the business (es): East Contra Costa Real Estate Located at: 5518 Starfish Pl. In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1)Craig H. McClearen 5518 Starfish Pl., Discovery Bay, CA, 94505 2)Robin Olson, 1336 Harrison Ln., Brentwood, CA 94513.

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: Craig McClearen Broker This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/22/11 By Jenny Pineda, Deputy Expires 8/22/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005336-00 The name of the business (es): Science For Tots Located at: 4090 Courtland Dr In: Oakley, CA, 94561, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David Owen Cooper 4090 Courtland Dr, Oakley, CA, 94561. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2006. Signature of registrant: David O Cooper This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/4/11 By Elizabeth Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 8/4/16 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005643- 00 The name of the business (es): Discovery Bay Locksmith, Discovery Bay Locks Located at: 4865 South Point In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Discovery Locks & More, Inc. 4865 South Point, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: President David D Ciruli This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/18/11 By R. Ramirez, Deputy Expires 8/18/16 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005730-00 The name of the business (es): Starfyre Property Management Located at: 4460 Sugar Barge Road In: Bethel Island, Ca, 94511, Mailing: P.O. Box 2034, Bethel Island, CA 94511 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Donna M. van Schaik 2) Rudolf S. van Schaik 4460 Sugar Barge Road #2014 Bethel Island, CA 94511. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Donna M. van Schaik This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/22/11

By T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 8/22/16 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005543-00 The name of the business (es): Asset Movers Located at: 5651 Beaver Lane In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Timothy Mixon 5651 Beaver Lane, Discovery Bay, CA 94505.

This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/12/11. Signature of registrant: Timothy Mixon This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/12/11 By J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires 8/12/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F0005403-00 The name of the business (es): SignPro Hydrographics Located at: 7720 Brentwood Blvd. Suite A In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gregory S. James 1275 Central Ave #156 Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/1/11. Signature of registrant: Gregory S James This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/8/11 By Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires 8/8/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Wanda Faye Bruno SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Wanda Faye Bruno FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1336 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Wanda Faye Bruno filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Wanda Faye Bruno to Proposed Name: Faye Bruno 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons inter-

ested 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/21/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 8/24/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011

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: Joscelyn Jones Torru, Attorney at Law, 1210 Central Blvd., Suite 102, Brentwood, CA, 94513 (925) 308-7070 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011

The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp.

2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2891 or Login to: www.auction.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp.

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 inten ded to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. IDSPub #0008293 8/19/2011 8/26/2011 9/2/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2011

LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004843-00 The name of the business (es): Reel-Motions Located at: 453 Emerson Court In: Discovery Bay, Ca, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Eduardo Echevarria 453 Emerson Court, Discovery Bay, CA, 94505. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6/1/11. Signature of registrant: Eduardo Jose Echeverria This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 7/14/11 By Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires 7/14/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005603-00 The name of the business (es): Nelson Engineering Services Located at: 853 Stonewood Dr In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Bradley J. Nelson 853 Stonewood Dr Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/16/11. Signature of registrant: Bradley J Nelson This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/16/11 By Joseph Barton, Deputy Expires 8/16/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005345-00 The name of the business (es): Clano Consulting Located at: 1525 Rampart Way In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ijeoma Chukwunyelu 1525 Rampart Way Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/4/2004. Signature of registrant: Ijeoma Chukwunyelu This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/4/11 By Jose Gonzalez, Deputy Expires 8/4/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005210-00 The name of the business (es): 3rd Planet Productions Located at: 700 Rio Grande Ct. In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Timothy T. Welch 700 Rio Grande Ct. Brentwood, CA 94513.

This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2005. Signature of registrant: Timothy T Welch This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 7/29/11 By Sue Whatford, Deputy Expires 7/29/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005030-00 The name of the business (es): City Limousine Located at: 4936 Lefebvre Way In: Antioch, CA, 94531, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Sardul Singh Dhaliwal 4936 Lefebvre Way, Antioch, CA, 94531.

This business is conducted by: an individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/21/11. Signature of registrant: Sardul Singh Dhaliwal This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 7/21/11

By D. Acuff, Deputy Expires 7/21/16 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005622-00 The name of the business (es): With Love...

PJ Located at: 100 York Court In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Susan Pickett 2) Tom Pickett 100 York Court Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Susan Pickett This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/17/11 By B. Basch, Deputy Expires 8/17/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005803- 00 The name of the business (es): Janglez Located at: 1394 Camden Court In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Trinidy Jodean Wolf 1394 Camden Court, Brentwood, CA 94513. 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: Trinidy Wolf This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/25/11 By H. Franklin, Deputy Expires 8/25/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0004816-00 The name of the business (es): Autumns Goddess Design Located at: 1600 Aster Drive #41 In: Antioch, CA, 94509, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Jennifer L. Mastrocola 2) Daniel Maldonado 1600 Aster Drive #41, Antioch, CA, 94509. This business is conducted by: a Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jennifer L. Mastrocola This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 7/13/11

By Courtney Dias, Deputy Expires 7/13/16 Antioch Press No. 06- 1617 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005205-00 The name of the business (es): Blue Print Wealth Partners, LLC Located at: 2603 Camino Ramon, Suite 422 In: San Ramon, Ca, 94583, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Blue Print Wealth Partners, LLC 2603 Camino Ramon, Suite 422, San Ramon, CA 94583 California. 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 7/29/2011. Signature of registrant: Joe R. Duca CEO This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 7/29/11 By Sue Whatford, Deputy Expires 7/29/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005162-00 The name of the business (es): The Richards Construction Co. Inc. Located at: 981 Garcia Ave Suite C In: Pittsburg, CA, 94565, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): The Richards Construction Co. Inc. 981 Garcia Ave., Suite C, Pittsburg, CA, 94565. This business is conducted by: a Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Dustin Hoke President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 7/27/11 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 7/27/16 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 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 the provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on 09/09/11 @ 10:00 A.M. personal property including but not limited to: piano, lights, futons, office equipment, power tools, TV’s, grow trays, &/or other general household & small business items located at: ACORN II SELF STORAGE LLC, 6900 LONE TREE WAY, BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 (925) 240-5000 Name 1.PHYLLIS GRAHAM 2.JONTE CASTANEDA 3.AARON HARTY 4.BRANDON DUMLAO 5.MICHELE BRADSHAW 6.HAROLD PRICHETT 7.JOYCELYN JONES 8.PAMELA HOOKS-SIMMONS 9.RHONDA QUICK Dates Published: 08/26/11 and 09/02/11 J. Michael’s Auctions, Bond #183-62-32 (916)776-4202 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 2011 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Gloria Jean Johnson CASE NUMBER P11-00695 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Gloria Jean Johnson A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Morris Evans in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA The Petition for Probate requests that: Morris Evans 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 administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: 9/27/11 Time: 9:00 AM Dept: 14 Room: 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

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Roger Lee Sigg CASE NUMBER P1101040 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Estate of Roger Lee Sigg A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Patricia Garcia in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA The Petition for Probate requests that: Patricia Garcia 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 administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: 9/20/11 Time: 9:00 AM Dept: 14 Room: 212 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: David W. Holochuck 9401 E. Stockton Boulevard Suite 210, Elk Grove, CA 95624 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish Dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-437508-TC Order #: 110182043-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 1/18/2007. 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. 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): VALENTE GUTIERREZ AND ARACELI MALAGON, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 1/26/2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0025314-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/16/2011 at 9:00am PST Place of Sale: At the Hilton Concord Hotel, 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 in the Golden Gate Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $405,956.85 The purported property address is: 1200 BUCHANAN RD ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 076191005 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Seterus, Inc. fka IBM Lender Business Process Services, Inc . 14523 SW Millikan Way, Suite 200 Beaverton OR 97005 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1]

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1324399-14 APN: 010- 470-0513 TRA: 10-001 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx0007 REF: Barbera Ii, Danny IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED April 02, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On September 08, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded April 06, 2007, as Inst. No. 2007-0100439-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Danny L. Barbera, Ii and Lena K. Barbera, Husband And Wife As Joint Tenants, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 66 Guise Way Brentwood CA 94513 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $401,700.26. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221.

Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: August 15, 2011. (R-387632 08/19/11, 08/26/- 11, 09/02/11) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005220-00 The name of the business (es): AR Properties Located at: 4525 O’Hara Avenue In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Mailing: 1801 St. Mary’s Rd., Moraga, CA 94556 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1)Michael Rose, 1980 Curry Canyon Rd., Clayton, CA, 94517 2)Bryant Lawrence Anderson, 5302 Grasswood Circle, Concord, CA, 94521 3)Ragen Rachelle Ortland, 1801 St. Mary’s Rd., Moraga, CA, 94556 4)Laurel Rose, 1980 Curry Canyon Rd., Clayton, CA, 94517 . This business is conducted by: Co- Partners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/26/2011. Signature of registrant: Ragen Ortland This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/1/11 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 8/1/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-445629-LL Order #: 829661 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/6/2007. 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. 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): NEEMA MOHAMMADIZAD, A SINGLE MAN Recorded: 2/13/- 2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0043477 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/- 16/2011 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $365,603.81 The purported property address is: 720 WINDING CREEK TERR BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. 017-280- 030 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Bank of America 475 Crosspoint Parkway Getzville NY 14068 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-5731965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. IDSPub #0009127 8/26/2011 9/2/2011 9/9/2011 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011

XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/23/2011 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $480,661.87 The purported property address is: 2249 BARCELONA WAY BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. 019-790-003 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Bank of America 475 Crosspoint Parkway Getzville NY 14068 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 5731965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. IDSPub #0009910 9/2/2011 9/9/2011 9/16/2011 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: COMPLETELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 260 ROBINWOOD AVE 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $199,556.83. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell.

The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR SALES INFORMATION: Mon - Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (714)730-2727 CALWESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION 525 EAST MAIN STREET P.O. BOX 22004 EL CAJON CA 92022-9004 Dated: September 02, 2011 CAL-WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION By: Authorized Signature S/Authorized Signature ASAP# 4070065 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011, 09/16/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2160 Meadowlark Ln 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $288,220.57. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590- 1221.

Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: September 02, 2011. (R-389254 09/02/11, 09/09/11, 09/16/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia. org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante.

Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): Superior Court Martinez, 725 Court Street, PO Box 911, Martinez, California 94553 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Law Office of George R. Hynick, George R. Hynick, 5000 N. Parkway, Calabasas, Suite 219, Calabasas, CA, 91302 DATE (Fecha): MAR 14, 2011 Clerk, by (Secretario): D. Wagner, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served. as an individual defendant. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011

NY 14068 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-5731965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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.

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or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1025 Saint Raphael Dr Bay Point CA 94565-6745 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $395,949.15. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590- 1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: August 22, 2011.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-447538-LL Order #: 843646 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/29/2007. 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. 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): JESUS HERNANDEZ AND BERTHA A. HERNANDEZ Recorded: 12/12/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0335722-00 in book XXX , page

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: David Edward Pratt Jr. SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: David Edward Pratt Jr. FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1314 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: David Edward Pratt Jr. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. 1) David Edward Pratt Jr. 2) Katrin Marissa Brown to Proposed Name: 1)Dave Rawks 2)Katrin Marissa Rawks 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.

NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/18/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 8/25/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 033-271-038 Trustee Sale No. 1328987- 10 TRA:19029 REF: DICKEY, DAVID UNINS Property Address: 260 ROBINWOOD AVE, OAKLEY CA 94561 IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED February 20, 2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On September 22, 2011, at 10:00am, CAL- WESTERN RECONVEYANCE CORPORATION, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded February 26, 2008, as Inst. No. 2008-0039641-00, in book XX, page XX, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: DAVID P DICKEY, A SINGLE PERSON WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE 725 COURT STREET, (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET) MARTINEZ CALIFORNIA all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Michelle Keyser SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Michelle Keyser FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1154 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Michelle Keyser filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Mikaela Cheree Molina to Proposed Name: Mikaela Cheree Keyser 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 9/23/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.

60 Room 102 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: 7/29/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Pallab Bimalendunth Chakraborty SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Pallab Bimalendunth Chakraborty FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1079 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Pallab Bimalendunth Chakraborty filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. 1) Pallab Bimalendunth Chakraborty 2)Aditi Banerjee to Proposed Name: 1) Pallab Chakraborty 2)Aditi Chakraborty 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 9/15/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 7/14/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: August 12, 19, 26, September 2, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1315890-02 APN: 033-271-083-9 TRA: 19-029 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx8158 REF: Perry, Virgie P IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED August 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. On September 22, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded August 26, 2004, as Inst. No. 2004-033151200 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Virgie P Perry and Allan G Perry, Wife And Husband, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1324397-14 APN: 097- 333-002-0 TRA: 79024 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx3688 REF: Cabeza, Martin IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED November 06, 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. On September 08, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded November 17, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006- 0369056-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Martin Cabeza, A Married Man, As His Sole and Separate Property, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 286 Summerfield Drive Bay Point 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 held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $421,843.26. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590-1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: August 15, 2011.

(R-387631 08/19/11, 08/26/11, 09/02/11) Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2011 SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): C 11-00544 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Sitnam Singh, an individual and DOES 1-100, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): KEY EQUIPMENT FINANCE, INC., a corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-439543-VF Order #: 798268 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/22/2007. 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. 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): SALLY FALE, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 3/30/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0092974-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/- 16/2011 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $425,444.53 The purported property address is: 2129 STRATFORD CT ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 052- 410-032 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Bank of America 475 Crosspoint Parkway Getzville

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1327707-02 APN: 032-351-0156 TRA: 82-235 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx0481 REF: Wierenga, Paul T IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED February 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. On September 22, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded February 23, 2006, as Inst. No. 2006-0055818-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Paul T. Wierenga, An Unmarried Man, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3637 Wells Rd Oakley CA 94561- 5014 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $315,158.87. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590- 1221.

Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: September 01, 2011. (R-389258 09/02/11, 09/09/11, 09/16/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1327447-02 APN: 098-541-003-4 TRA: 79-003 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx4745 REF: Gutierrez, Ronald S IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED May 18, 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. On September 15, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal- Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded May 25, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005-0186769-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed

by Ronald S. Gutierrez, A Married Man, 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. CA08001168- 11-1 APN 037-440-014-1 Title Order No. 110268355CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED May 6, 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On September 27, 2011, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, 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 May 13, 2005, as Instrument No. 20050171905- 00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by DARYL S MOORE AND STEPHANIE JEFFREYS- MOORE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, as Trustor(s), in favor of WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB 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: 5018 MIGUEL DRIVE, 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 $435,935.10 (Estimated), provided, 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. DATE: August 26, 2011 TRUSTEE CORPS TS No. CA08001168-11-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252-8300 Camale Smith, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-259-7850 TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 4077694 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011, 09/16/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-446372-AL Order #: 834720 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/20/2006. 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. 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): MICHELE D. FOX, A MARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 9/- 28/2006 as Instrument No. 2006- 0307387-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/23/2011 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $403,603.58 The purported property address is: 817 GATTER COURT ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 071-381-011 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Americas Servicing Company 1 Home Campus X2504-017 Customer Service Des Moines IA 50328 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619- 645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-5731965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. IDSPub #0009695 9/2/2011 9/9/2011 9/16/2011 Antioch Press No. 06- 1617 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor: JAIME OROZCO AND RAMONA OROZCO, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC Recorded 10/5/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0317254-00 in book , page and rerecorded on --- as --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Described as follows: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust.

Date of Sale: 9/15/2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $540,877.70 (Estimated) Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4665 DUARTE AVE OAKLEY, CA 94561-000 A.P.N.: 035-671-012-9 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 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 holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. Date: 08/19/2011 Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC 1610 E. Saint Andrew Pl., Suite 150F Santa Ana, CA 92705 Automated Sale Information: 714-730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com for NON-SALE information: 888-313-1969 Francesca Martinez, Trustee Sale Officer ASAP# 4072858 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011

through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. Date: 08/23/2011 Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC 1610 E. Saint Andrew Pl., Suite 150F Santa Ana, CA 92705 Automated Sale Information: 714-730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com for NON-SALE information: 888-313-1969 Francesca Martinez, Trustee Sale Officer ASAP# 4072921 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011

CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $422,972.94 The purported property address is: 4752 CRESTONE PEAK COURT ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 072-370-003 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Americas Servicing Company 1 Home Campus X2504-017 Customer Service Des Moines IA 50328 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-5731965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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.

IDSPub #0009109 8/26/2011 9/2/2011 9/9/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011

RIGHT WHATSOEVER TO ENTER UPON THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND OR UPON ANY PART OF SAID LAND WITHIN 500 FEET THEREOF’’, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM EUGENE G. MARSHALL, ET UX, RECORDED JANUARY 25, 1968, BOOK 5544, PAGE 668, OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL TWO: RIGHT OF WAY GRANTED IN THE DEED TO GENE MARSHALL, RECORDED MAY 15, 1959, BOOK 3375, PAGE 52, OFFICIAL RECORDS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: RIGHT OF WAY AS AN APPURTENANCE TO PARCEL ONE ABOVE FOR USE AS A ROADWAY FOR VEHICLES OF ALL KINDS, PEDESTRIANS AND ANIMALS AND AS A RIGHT OF WAY FOR WATER, GAS, OIL, AND SEWER PIPE LINES, AND FOR TELEPHONE, ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER LINES, TOGETHER WITH THE NECESSARY POLES OR UNDERGROUND CONDUITS TO CARRY SAID LINES OVER AND UNDER A STRIP OF LAND 19 FEET IN WIDTH, THE SOUTH LINE OF WHICH IS 19 FEET SOUTH (MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES) FROM THE NORTH LINE THEREOF AND WHICH NORTH LINE IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF PARCEL ONE ABOVE; THENCE FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING EAST, 320 FEET. PARCEL THREE: RIGHT OF WAY GRANTED IN THE DEED TO TED G. HOPKINS, ET UX, RECORDED DECEMBER 11, 1956, BOOK 2895, PAGE 317, OFFICIAL RECORDS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A RIGHT OF WAY AS AN APPURTENANCE TO PARCEL ONE ABOVE, FOR USE AS A ROADWAY FOR VEHICLES OF ALL KINDS, PEDESTRIANS AND ANIMALS AND AS A RIGHT OF WAY FOR WATER, GAS, OIL, AND SEWER PIPE LINES, AND FOR TELEPHONE, ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER LINES, TOGETHER WITH THE NECESSARY POLES OR UNDERGROUND CONDUITS TO CARRY SAID LINES OVER AND UNDER A STRIP OF LAND 20 FEET IN WIDTH, THE WEST LINE OF WHICH IS 20 FEET WEST (MEASURED AT RIGHT ANGLES) FROM THE EAST LINE THEREOF AND WHICH EAST LINE IS THE ENTIRE EAST LINE OF THE PARCEL OF LAND DESCRIBED IN THE DEED TO DOUGLAS E. CARLSON, ET UX, RECORDED JUNE 13, 1956, BOOK 2786, PAGE 453, OFFICIAL RECORDS. RIGHT OF WAY GRANTED IN THE DEED TO JOHN D. TUTTLE, ET UX, RECORDED JULY 2, 1971, BOOK 6424, PAGE 342, OFFICIAL RECORDS, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: A RIGHT OF WAY, NOT TO BE EXCLUSIVE, AS AN APPURTENANCE TO PARCEL ONE ABOVE, FOR DRIVEWAY AND PLANTING PURPOSES, OVER THE WEST 15 FEET OF PARCEL A, AS DESIGNATED ON THE PARCEL MAP FILED MARCH 3, 1970, BOOK 12, PARCEL MAPS, PAGE 1, CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RECORDS. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $532,570.54 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 1061 WEST CYPRESS ROAD OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 035- 070-013 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. In compliance with California Civil Code 2923.5(c) the mortgagee, trustee, beneficiary, or authorized agent declares: that it has contacted the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure; or that it has made efforts to contact the borrower(s) to assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 08-26- 2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee MARIA MAYORGA, ASSISTANT SECRETARY CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. California Reconveyance Company 9200 Oakdale Avenue Mail Stop: CA2-4379 Chatsworth, CA 91311 800-892-6902 For Sales Information: (714) 730-2727 or www.lpsasap.com (714) 573-1965 or www.priorityposting.com ASAP# 4069733 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011

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 $304,121.95. 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. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: AGENCY SALES & POSTING 3210 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200 IRVINE, CA 92602 714-730-2727 www. lpsasap.com NDEx West, L.L.C. MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NDEx West, L.L.C. as Trustee Dated: 08/25/2011 NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 75001-9013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 4075995 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011, 09/16/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

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): MARIO MARTINEZ, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 12/8/2008 as Instrument No. 20080263151 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/- 16/2011 at 9:00am PST Place of Sale: At the Hilton Concord Hotel, 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 in the Golden Gate Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $144,306.94 The purported property address is: 1754 SAN JOSE DRIVE ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 076- 212-008-7 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Nationstar Mortgage LLC 350 Highland Drive Lewisville TX 75067. Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55 . 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800- 280-2891 or Login to: www.auction. com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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 inten ded to exercise the note holders rights ‘ against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 11-09444 Loan No.: 1009847026 A.P.N.: 035-671-012-9 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/26/2006. 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 a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 11-09467 Loan No.: 1003756732 A.P.N.: 035-650-014-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/21/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor: MARY BOOKOUT, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AND TINA CANNON, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, AS TENANTS IN COMMON Duly Appointed Trustee: Atlantic & Pacific Foreclosure Services, LLC Recorded 9/- 29/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0371717 in book , page and rerecorded on --- as -- - of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Described as follows: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST Date of Sale: 9/15/- 2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, California Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $354,232.10 (Estimated) Street Address or other common designation of real property: 31 COURTLAND COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561-000 A.P.N.: 035-650-014-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 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.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1328107-02 APN: 004-111-0396 TRA: 60-019 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx7044 REF: Nelson, Raymond L IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED October 12, 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. On September 15, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded October 18, 2005, as Inst. No. 2005-0398229-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Raymond L Nelson and Rosa A Nelson, Husband And Wife, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank At the court street entrance to the county courthouse, 725 Court Street Martinez, California, all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: Completely described in said deed of trust The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1214 Marina Cir Discovery Bay CA 94514-9481 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $423,229.06. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

For sales information: Mon-Fri 9:00am to 4:00pm (619) 590- 1221. Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, 525 East Main Street, P.O. Box 22004, El Cajon, CA 92022-9004 Dated: August 24, 2011.

(R-388643 08/26/11, 09/02/11, 09/09/11) Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-444819-AL Order #: 826593 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/20/2007. 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. 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): ROGER D. JOHNSEN AND TRAYSE J. JOHNSEN, TRUSTEES OF THE JOHNSEN FAMILY TRUST, DATED NOVEMBER 16, 2001 Recorded: 10/2/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0275659-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/- 16/2011 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 450867CA Loan No. 0703204685 Title Order No. 849368 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10-04-2005. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 09-16-2011 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 10-14-2005, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2005-039387300, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: MARK OBRIEN, AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor, WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA, as Beneficiary, will sell at public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a cashier’s check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Sale will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to the Deed of Trust. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Place of Sale: THE COURT ST. ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET(CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) , MARTINEZ, CA Legal Description: PARCEL ONE: PORTION OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 26, TOWNSHIP 2 NORTH, RANGE 2 EAST, MOUNT DIABLO BASE AND MERIDIAN, DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: COMMENCING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHEAST 1/4 OF THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SAID SECTION; THENCE FROM SAID POINT OF COMMENCEMENT WEST ALONG THE NORTH LINE OF SAID NORTHEAST 1/4, 644.89 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 220 FEET TO THE ACTUAL POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE HEREIN DESCRIBED PARCEL OF LAND; THENCE FROM SAID POINT OF BEGINNING CONTINUING SOUTH 119 FEET; THENCE NORTH 89 DEGREES 54- EAST, 100 FEET; THENCE NORTH 119 FEET; THENCE WEST, 100 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING. EXCEPTING FROM PARCEL ONE: ‘’ALL OIL, GAS CASINGHEAD GASOLINE AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES BELOW A POINT 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF THE LAND TOGETHER WITH THE RIGHT TO TAKE, REMOVE, MINE, PASS THROUGH AND DISPOSE OF ALL SAID OIL, GAS, CASINGHEAD GASOLINE, AND OTHER HYDROCARBON AND MINERAL SUBSTANCES, BUT WITHOUT ANY

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20100015012727 Title Order No.: 100798789 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/07/2005. 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. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 11/18/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0447394-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: ALVARO LEIVA AND CLAUDIA P RAMIREZ, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States).

DATE OF SALE: 09/22/2011 TIME OF SALE: 10:00 AM PLACE OF SALE: AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN AND COURT STREET), MARTINEZ, CA. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4940 DAWSON DR, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 035-451-013-3 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 11-01998-3 CA Loan No. 0209687128 Title Order No. 110248712CA-MAI APN 035-740-017-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED August 19, 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 September 8, 2011, at 10:00 AM, at the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street (corner of Main and Court Street), Martinez, CA, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded on August 29, 2008, as Instrument No. 2008-0193935- 00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA, executed by: JUAN OTERO, A SINGLE MAN; AND JOHN ESTEBEZ, A SINGLE MAN, as Trustor, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR PROVIDENT SAVINGS BANK, F.S.B., 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: 412 WATERFORD COURT, 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 unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto). 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 $219,991.43 (Estimated), provided, 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. DATE: August 19, 2011 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 135 Main Street, Suite 1900 San Francisco, CA 94105 415-247-2450 Mariah Booker Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-730 - 2727 ASAP# 4069744 08/19/2011, 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-444261-AB Order #: 5421231 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/20/2008. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Mark and Kristina Weiler, on behalf of Myia Rose Kauten-Weiler, minor SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Mark and Kristina Weiler, on behalf of Myia Rose Kauten-Weiler, minor FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1203 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Mark and Kristina Weiler, on behalf of Myia Rose Kauten-Weiler, minor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a.

Myia Rose Kauten-Weiler to Proposed Name: Myia Rose Kauten Weiler 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. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 10/07/11 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 Room 102 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: 8/12/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: September 2, 9, 16, 23, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005497-00 The name of the business (es): The Shops at Fairview Located at: 3101-3181 Balfour Road In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Mailing: 675 Hartz Ave, Suite 300, Danville, CA, 94526 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Brentwood Balfour Ventures LLC 675 Hartz Ave, Suite 300, Danville, CA, 94526 . This business is conducted by: a Limited Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 6/15/07. Signature of registrant: Lori R Waltzer, Its CFO, Brentwood Balfour Ventures LLC, General Partner This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/11/11 By Chandra Ocasio, Deputy Expires 8/11/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 16, 2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0004130 Title Order No. 09-8021091 Investor/Insurer No. 136382016 APN No. 037-490-028-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/01/2006. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MERVYN GOULARTE, AND TERRY L GOULARTE, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 11/01/2006 and recorded 11/15/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0366296-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 09/16/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, 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. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4874 SNOWY EGRET WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 945611686. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $633,353.97. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 04/23/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4074251 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011

order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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.

Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www. priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp.

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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. IDSPub #0008908 8/26/2011 9/2/2011 9/9/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0103037 Title Order No. 09-8291732 Investor/Insurer No. 134204606 APN No. 037-480-086-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/01/2006. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MICHAEL LOPEZ, AND CLARIBETH C LOPEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 11/01/2006 and recorded 11/09/06, as Instrument No. 2006-0360451-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 09/16/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, 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. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4894 SNOWY EGRET WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $593,677.13. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 10/16/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4071851 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0043033 Title Order No. 110034435 Investor/Insurer No. 1696784671 APN No. 035-600-013-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/13/2004. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JOSE GONZALEZ, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE & SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 08/13/- 2004 and recorded 08/20/04, as Instrument No. 20040323255-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 09/26/2011 at 9:00AM, Hilton Concord Hotel 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 Golden Gate Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for

cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, 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. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4290 MEHAFFEY WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $326,392.52. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 08/27/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA4050259 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011, 09/16/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

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): VENETIA L. VIGIL, A SINGLE WOMAN Recorded: 9/- 28/2007 as Instrument No. 2007- 0273223-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/26/2011 at 9:00am PST Place of Sale: At the Hilton Concord Hotel, 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 in the Golden Gate Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $384,786.36 The purported property address is: 69 RIESLING CT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 035-430-009-7 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Seterus, Inc. fka IBM Lender Business Process Services, Inc . 14523 SW Millikan Way, Suite 200 Beaverton OR 97005 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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.

Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800- 280-2891 or Login to: www.auction.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. IDSPub #0009838 9/2/2011 9/9/2011 9/16/2011 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Seterus, Inc. fka IBM Lender Business Process Services, Inc . 14523 SW Millikan Way, Suite 200 Beaverton OR 97005 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52. 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.

Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-6457711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800- 280-2891 or Login to: www.auction.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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. IDSPub #0010687 9/2/2011 9/9/2011 9/16/2011 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

ability for this loan in which case this letter is inten ded to exercise the note holders rights ‘ against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. 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.

IDSPub #0008639 8/19/2011 8/26/2011 9/2/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2011

ciation, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 09/02/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA4047474 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011, 09/16/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: September 2, 9, 16, 2011

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-439598-VF Order #: 110194315-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/1/2005. 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): GREG D. TOWNSEND AND ALMA J. TOWNSEND HUSBAND & WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 8/15/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0305721-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/16/2011 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $228,558.46 The purported property address is: 1029 BURWOOD WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 052-420-020-1 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Bank of America 475 Crosspoint Parkway Getzville NY 14068 Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0121136 Title Order No. 10-8445231 Investor/Insurer No. 870319115 APN No. 035-671-018-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/30/2006. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by TOM WILSON, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPERATE PROPERTY, dated 03/30/- 2006 and recorded 04/21/06, as Instrument No. 20060125638, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 09/- 16/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, 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. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4725 DUARTE AVENUE, OAKLEY, CA, 94561.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $464,312.69. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 08/20/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By:-- Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# 4060339 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-441155-TC Order #: 5349415 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 9/20/2007. 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. 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-10-356018-CL Order #: 100237226-CA-LPI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/29/2006. 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): VICTORIA NWOKOCHAH, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 1/12/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0011297-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/26/2011 at 9:00am PST Place of Sale: At the Hilton Concord Hotel, 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 in the Golden Gate Ballroom Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $468,956.08 The purported property address is: 5042 MIGUEL DRIVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 037-440-009-1 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, please refer to the referenced

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-444731-LL Order #: 826549 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/5/2007. 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. 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): VERONICA SALAZAR Recorded: 2/14/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0045419 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/- 12/2011 at 1:30:00 PM Place of Sale: At the Court St. entrance to the County Courthouse 725 Court St., (corner of Main and Court St.) Martinez, CA Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $334,335.25 The purported property address is: 308 W 13TH ST ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 067-080035 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, please refer to the referenced legal description for property location. In the event no common address or common designation of the property is provided herein directions to the location of the property may be obtained within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale by sending a written request to Bank of America 475 Crosspoint Parkway Getzville NY 14068. Pursuant to California Civil Code ‘a72923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: [1] The mortgage loan servicer has not obtained from the commissioner a final or temporary order of exemption pursuant to Section 2923.53 that is current and valid on the date the notice of sale is filed; [2] The timeframe for giving notice of sale specified in subdivision (a) of Section 2923.52 does not apply pursuant to Section 2923.52 or 2923.55 . 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. Date: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714- 5731965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Quality Loan Service, Corp. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal li-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 10-0014675 Title Order No. 10-8063363 Investor/Insurer No. 1704273730 APN No. 034-500-053-3 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/30/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by PAUL BOULOS AND NOEL BOULOS HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 05/30/2007 and recorded 06/05/07, as Instrument No. 2007-0162949-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 09/16/2011 at 9:00AM, Hilton Concord Hotel 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 Golden Gate Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, 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. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 157 CORAL BELL WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $482,109.59. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. Said sale will be made, in an ‘’AS IS’’ condition, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, advances thereunder, with interest as provided, and the unpaid principal of the Note secured by said Deed of Trust with interest thereon as provided in said Note, plus fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. DATED: 05/05/2010 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-01-94 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 927-4399 By: Trustee’s Sale Officer RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. is a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. ASAP# FNMA4066898 08/19/2011, 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0045568 Title Order No. 110036283 Investor/Insurer No. 1685448794 APN No. 035-600-041-4 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/20/2002. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by CHARLES FERGUSON AND ERNESTA FERGUSON, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 12/20/2002 and recorded 01/03/03, as Instrument No. 2003-000273300, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 09/26/2011 at 9:00AM, Hilton Concord Hotel 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 Golden Gate Ballroom at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash or check as described below, payable in full at time of sale, 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. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 4315 MEHAFFEY WAY, OAKLEY, CA, 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

The total amount of the unpaid balance with interest thereon of the obligation secured by the property to be sold plus reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $165,533.13. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept cashier’s checks 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 asso-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-0737-CS Order # 110225171CA-GSI Loan # 9800571524 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/30/2006. 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): SHIRLEY CARLSON , AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 9/7/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0283387-00 in book xxx, page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/15/2011 at 10:00 AM Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $408,069.30 The purported property address is: 1289 FETZER LANE OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessors Parcel No. 037-420-031-9 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.

Date: 8/15/2011 SUMMIT MANAGEMENT COMPANY, LLC 16745 W. Bernardo Drive, Suite 300 San Diego, CA 92127 (866) 2482679 (For NON SALE information only) Sale Line: (714) 730-2727 or Login to: www. lpsasap.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 248-2679 IDS User, AVP 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 holder’s rights 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. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 4070969 08/26/2011, 09/02/2011, 09/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: August 26, September 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0005437-00 The name of the business (es): 1)San Ramon Glass Company 2)San Ramon Valley Glass Company 3) Delta Valley Glass Company 4)Delta Valley Glass and Shower Company 5) Clayton Valley Glass Company 6) Clayton Glass Company 7)Oakley Glass Company 8)Tri Valley Glass 9) Tri Valley Glass and Shower Company Located at: 3469 Mt. Diablo Blvd. In: Lafayette, CA, 94549, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Mark Connor 2)Deanna Connor 2318 Winchester Loop, Discovery Bay, CA 94505.

This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Deanna Connor This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 8/9/16 By D. Acuff, Deputy Expires 8/9/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: August 19, 26, September 2, 9, 2011

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SPOTLIGHT N BUSINESS Landmark Mortgage Group comes to Brentwood “We’re excited to open our fourth branch in under two years,” said Landmark Mortgage founding partner Rick Benitez. “The new branch enables us to offer our mortgage banking expertise to the Brentwood community, and we’re very fortunate to be growing and actively recruiting new mortgage advisors.”

Stepping in as branch manager is Linda LaGrasso, who brings her passion for helping families with their mortgage needs. A native of the Brentwood area, LaGrasso is highly skilled with FHA, HomePath, Rehab and Conventional loans. She takes pride in her excellent client-communication skills, ability to maintain high-trust relationships, and aims to make the Brentwood branch the source for East County residents’ mortgage loan needs.

Mortgage Advisor Kathy Mertens, who has worked in real estate since 1990, joins the new Brentwood branch.

She is the in-house lender for the

Photo courtesy of Aini Haider

Mayor Bob Taylor, center, got a little help cutting the red ribbon during the recent grand opening of Landmark Mortgage Group in Brentwood.

Brentwood and Discovery Bay Intero Realty offices. With 22 years of experience, Mertens is a tremendous asset for

Brentwood’s real estate community.

The grand opening ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Brentwood office, lo-

Scouting milestones os Medanos College student and Troop 792 Eagle Scout Ryan C. Gewondjan,son of Victor and Bernadette Gewondjan, was honored Aug. 6 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Brentwood for completing a project at Shepherd’s Gate in Livermore. Ryan sanded, primed and painted gates and fencing surrounding the living and office areas of the facility.

eritage High graduate and Troop 93 Eagle Scout Phillip Nathaniel Benotti, son of Kevin and Mary Benotti, will be attending Fresno State in the fall. In addition to participating in Boy Scouts, Phillip plays trombone and has contributed his talents to numerous musicals, symphonic and jazz bands, honor groups, and played volleyball all four years at Heritage. He was honored Aug. 7 at Veterans Hall in Brentwood for videotaping the stories of 10 local veterans for the historical archives at the Library of Congress as part of the Veterans History Project.

eer Valley High student and Troop 493 Eagle Scout Greg Allen Hoggan, son of David M. and Karleen Hoggan, was honored last January at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Brentwood for participating in the Teddy Bear and Fleece Blanket Drive for the Child Abuse Prevention Council.

011 Deer Valley High graduate and Troop 450 Eagle Scout Cole Trainor McMahon, son of Peter and Carrie McMahon, participated in Deer Valley Men’s Volleyball, was named to the BVAL First Team, spent eight summers at Camp Wente, and completed all 79 orienteering posts this last summer, adding his personalized post upon completion. Cole was recently honored by Chichibu Park in Antioch for constructing and installing four bat boxes for the East Bay Regional Park District. Two boxes are hung on the trails office in Oakley and two are installed at Big Break Park on 12-foot posts.

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cated at 813 First St., was held Thursday, Aug. 25. Performed by Brentwood Mayor Bob Taylor, the ribbon cutting was attended by members of the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce.

Contact Linda at 925-783-9872 or llograsso@lmglending.com, and Kathy at 925-584-4360 or kmertens@lmglending.com.

About Landmark Mortgage Group Landmark Mortgage Group, a division of Opes Advisors, Inc. and the Tri Valley’s fastest-growing mortgage company, features a team of experienced and dedicated loan originators.

A total resource for residential mortgage services, Landmark considers a home an asset that needs to be managed properly, as it is a key to one’s overall financial strategy. Landmark provides a comprehensive approach to residential lending with proven solutions to its clients and referral partners. Landmark operates offices in Pleasanton, Livermore, Santa Cruz and Brentwood.

eer Valley High graduate and Troop 450 Eagle Scout Daniel Matthew Pho, son of Kit and Shelley Pho, is taking his skills from Scouting and heading up to Washington State University to continue his studies.

A Scout for 12 years, Daniel has earned 100 nights camping, was Den Chief, earned 30 merit badges, is a member of the Order of the Arrow, and has participated in many service and Eagle projects for his community. He has enjoyed eight years at Camp Wente, this year completing the Trail of Legends, which includes leaving his “marker” at the camp. He was recently honored by Chichibu Park in Antioch for building six benches for the Deer Valley High School tennis courts.

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ife Scout Anthony Adams and Garin Elementary School Assistant Principal Elizabeth Ybarra admire one of the two benches made

by Scouts of Troop 90 and installed at the school. Anthony led the recent efforts of five Scouts and two adult leaders, who built two benches and two planter boxes for the fourth- and fifth-grade area. The project consumed nearly 80 hours of labor.

Monetary donations made by the Lions Club of Brentwood, the Knights of Columbus Council 7467, the Brentwood Kiwanis and materials provided by Brentwood Ace Hardware made this welcome addition to the school grounds possible.

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CALENDAR Events Saturday, Sept. 3 Brentwood Blood Drive The American Red Cross hosts a blood drive from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Streets of Brentwood. To schedule an appointment, call 800-RED-CROSS or visit www.redcrossblood. org (sponsor code: Streets925).

Car Wash Liberty High School Playmakers Club hosts a car wash from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Liberty High School, 850 Second St. in Brentwood.

Suggested donations are $5 for cars, $8 for SUVs and $10 trucks.

Tuesday, Sept. 6 Microsoft Office Training Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch, holds a job training and placement program at 10 a.m. The program focuses on Microsoft Office applications. For more information, visit www.opportunityjunction.org or call 925-776-1133.

Antioch Riverview Garden Club

E-mail calendar listings to calendar@brentwoodpress.com one week prior to publication. Post your events anytime at www.thepress.net.

Byron, hosts a Fall Festival on Saturday, Sept.

17. The event includes games, prizes, food, crafts and a raffle drawing. For more information, call 925-634-6625.

Diabetes Awareness The Brentwood Lions Club hosts Strides Walk for Diabetes Awareness on Saturday, Sept.

24 at 8 a.m. in Brentwood’s Creekside Park.

Health screenings and information is available at the finish line. For more information, call 925-642-2825 or e-mail fginsler@gmail. com.

Sign-ups Holiday Boutique Summerset IV in Brentwood is accepting vendor applications for its Holiday Boutique, held Oct. 15 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at 770 Centennial Drive. The boutique is a fundraiser for the Garin Elementary School library. Vendors pay $50 per table. For more information, e-mail shusha929@sbcglobal.net.

Kayaking at Big Break Big Break Regional Shoreline hosts a kayak excursion on Saturday, Sept. 10 from 9-11:30 a.m. and 12:30-3 p.m. for kayakers of all skill levels. Registration is required. The fee is $20 for adults and seniors; $15 for children 8 and older.

Soroptimist Club

Mine Tours

PowerPoint Basics Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch, hosts a PowerPoint Basics workshop from 7:30-9 p.m. For more information, visit www.opportunityjunction.org or call 925-776-1133.

Thursday, Sept. 8 Republican Women East Contra Costa Republican Women Federated meet at 11:30 a.m. in the Discovery Bay Sports Bar & Steakhouse, 2477 Discovery Bay Blvd. Wear western attire to honor President Ronald Reagan. Admission is $20.

For reservations, call 209-482-0723.

Open Mic Night This month’s Open Mic is held at 6:30 p.m. in The Game Pub ’N Pizza, 235 Oak St. in Brentwood. All short work is welcome.

Participants are allowed five minutes to perform. For more information, call 925-6346655 or e-mail shortkati@yahoo.com.

Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Marilyn Jenkins-Stark is the guest speaker at the Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group meeting at 7 p.m. in Neighborhood Church, 50 Birch St. in Brentwood. The discussion covers early-stage caregiving challenges. For more information, call 925-513-7710.

Friends of Oakley Fundraiser Friends of Oakley hosts a take-out meal fundraiser from 5-8 p.m. at Black Bear Diner, 3201 Main St., in support of the Oakley Police Department’s K-9 program. Tickets ($10) include a New York steak sandwich and potato salad (take-out only). For more information or to purchase tickets, call 925-625-3555.

On the Horizon St. Anne Spaghetti Dinner St. Anne Parish hosts a spaghetti dinner and bingo night on Friday, Sept. 16 at 8 p.m. at the church, 2800 Camino Diablo Way in Byron. For more information, call 925-634-6625.

St. Anne Fall Festival St. Anne Parish, 2800 Camino Diablo Way in

Delta River Rats Hockey Club holds tryouts Sept. 10 at Antioch Indoor Sports Center, 2010 Sunset Drive. Boys and girls welcome to sign up for teams in 6U-18U. For more information, visit www.antiochindoorsportscenter.com.

Swim Clinic Olympians Jason Lezak and Kate Ziegler take part in a swim clinic hosted by the Brentwood SeaWolves and Mutual of Omaha on Sept. 17 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The clinic focuses on stroke techniques. Registration ($50) is now open.

For more information, call 925-240-7444 or e-mail tina.oteri@brentwoodseawolves.com.

Ballin’ in the Bay

The club meets at the Antioch Library at 7 p.m. The speaker, Buzz Bertolero the Dirt Gardener, discusses homeowners’ three worst landscaping errors. For more information, call 925-439-4483.

Soroptimist International of the Delta opens its doors to new members at a special dinner at 6 p.m. in MJ’s Café, 655 First St. in Brentwood. Soroptimists work to improve the lives of women and girls in the community.

For more information, call 925-628-5962.

Delta River Rats

Black Diamond Mines hosts tours through the Hazel-Atlas silica sand mine Monday, Sept. 5 from noon-4:30 p.m. Hikers must be at least 7 years of age. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 510-544-2750 or e-mail bdvisit@ebparks.org.

Spiritual Care Workshop At Kaleidoscope’s Let’s Get on the Ball workshop, participants improve posture and strength by means of a balance ball.

Workshops run Mondays, Sept. 26 and Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. in the Kaleidoscope Center at Byron United Methodist Church, 14671 Byron Highway. For more information, call 925-634-1411.

Bocce Ball The City of Oakley hosts a Fall Bocce Ball League beginning Sept. 20. Games take place Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5-7 p.m. at Creekside Park in Oakley. The fee is $20. For more information, call 925-625-7044 or e-mail coelho@ci.oakley.ca.us.

Hand-quilting classes The Brentwood Library, 104 Oak St., hosts a beginners’ hand-quilting series for ages 10-16 from 6-7:30 p.m. on four consecutive Wednesdays beginning Sept. 7. Space is limited. Register by calling 925-516-5290. For more information, visit www.ccclib.org.

Delta Squares Square Dance Club Delta Squares of Oakley is looking for new dancers. Classes begin Wednesday, Sept. 7 at 7 p.m. at Laurel Elementary School, 1141 Laurel Road. Eight weeks of lessons cost $20.

Have fun with friendly people and learn a unique American dance. For more information, visit www.deltasquares.com or call 925-217-2255.

Antioch PAL Golf Tournament The Antioch Police Activities League is taking player sign-ups for its golf tournament, scheduled for Sept. 9 at the Lone Tree Golf Course and Event Center, 4800 Golf Course Road. Registration ($150 per player) includes greens fees, cart, balls and dinner. For more information, call 925-779-6978 or e-mail tbrooks@ci.antioch.ca.us.

Texas Hold ’em Poker Tickets for the Sept. 10 Texas hold’ em poker tournament, benefiting the Excelsior Middle School Cheer Squad, are now on sale. Snacks and beverages are included in the $40 buy-in fee. For more information or to sign up, call 925-667-7756 or e-mail emscheer@ymail. com.

The Warrior Elite Basketball program hosts a three-on-three tournament for youth and adults on Sept. 24 at Discovery Bay Elementary, 1700 Willow Lake Road. The fee is $20. For registration forms, rules and payment options, visit www.warriorelitebasketball.com. Applications are due Sept. 19. For more information, call 925-766-6864.

Youth Basketball and Cheer All Out Sports League in Antioch is conducting basketball and cheer sign-ups for children 4-16. For more information, visit www.alloutsportsleague.com or call 925-203-5626.

Brentwood Flea Market The Brentwood Lions Club is accepting applications for its fall flea market, scheduled for Oct. 8 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Liberty High School parking lot. Spaces ($30) will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. To reserve a space, call 925-516-7798.

Project Second Chance Would you like to help an adult learn to read, write and spell better? Project Second Chance, the Contra Costa County Library’s adult literacy program, hosts a 14-hour tutor training program in September. All 14 hours are required. No previous teaching experience is required. For more information, visit www.ccclib.org/psc or call 925-927-3250.

Hula Classes Brentwood-based dance group Halau Ka Waikahe Lani Malie is looking for new students 8 and older to join its hula classes.

Learn the beauty and meaning of hula dancing and Hawaiian history. Classes meet Fridays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 925-550-5656.

Hoops Unlimited Oakley’s only nonprofit boys’ basketball team, for kids 11-12, has openings for serious players. Practice is held Fridays from 7-8:30 p.m. in the O’Hara Park School gymnasium. For more information, call 925-813-1258 or e-mail hoops_unlimited@yahoo.com.

GED Prep Classes Liberty Adult Education, 929 Second St. in Brentwood, offers General Education Development test preparation Mondays through Fridays from 8:30-11 a.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8:30 p.m. For more information, call 925-634-2565.

Friendly Visitors Needed Friendly Visitors is looking for caring and compassionate volunteers 18 and older to visit lonely seniors in their homes for one hour per week. Share a cup of tea, watch a movie, play cards or take a walk together. For more information, visit www.mowsos.org or call 925-937-8311.

Hospice Volunteers Needed Hospice of the East Bay is looking for residents who are motivated, committed and want to make a difference in the lives of hospice patients. To volunteer or for more information, call 925-887-5678 and ask for the Volunteer Department.

Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels is in need of volunteer drivers. Deliver once a week for two hours and make a tremendous difference in the lives of seniors in need. For more information, call 925-778-4379.

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Vacation from page 4B opportunities and moments to simply bask in nature’s wonders.

But a journey on the Way of St. James isn’t a stroll through the neighborhood. Irwin’s feet took a beating. As an experienced hiker who regularly goes on trips with the Sierra Club, she was accustomed to the physical strain that accompanies a long walk, but for the first time, she found her feet blossoming with blisters that made the first few days of the trip agonizingly uncomfortable.

“The blisters were the worst,” Irwin recalls. “France is not a flat place. There are a lot of hills, so it was like spending eight hours a day on a Stairmaster. But it was all worth it. It was an incredible journey, and I’m so glad I did it.”

The weather also proved to be a challenge at times. Most days were sunny with little humidity, making for a pleasant walk – and some days it poured. But Irwin and her fellow travelers walked rain or shine.

Over the course of 31 days, she only took one day of rest.

Coming home For Irwin, a teacher at Brentwood Elementary, the best part about coming home was returning to a country where she speaks the language. Prior to her trip she didn’t know much French, but after being immersed in the country for a month, she’s decided she’d like to learn. Knowing the language would be a great advantage should she return to the trail, a trip she’d like to make again someday.

She was most surprised how inviting the trail was. Marked with yellow arrows and scallop-shell emblems, the Way of St. James is clearly marked and easy to follow, which limits the chances of getting lost. Irwin was also surprised to see how many women travel the trail alone and feel completely safe.

Should she return to France some day, she’d like her mother to join her.

While the French are often stereotyped as rude and arrogant, Irwin said her encounters with the French were pleasant and she basked in their natural hospitality.

“As you walk through villages, everyone says hello – ‘bonjour’ – they’re so polite,” Irwin said. “You receive such a warm welcome everywhere you go. And everyone says hello like they know you. Each greeting is filled with sincerity. When I got back, I wanted to say ‘bonjour’ to everyone I walked past.”

In her next visit, Irwin wants to take more time to sightsee and admire the architecture while embracing the centuries of history she passed through in each village.

She was most impressed with the churches, and one of her favorite memories involved sitting in a church in the evening, listening to organ music. “I thought I’d died and gone to heaven,” Irwin said. “The music was so incredible. I had shivers down my arms the sound was so beautiful.” She took more than 1,000 photos to document her adventure and kept a journal to document places she visited and people she met. Although the trip was a chance of a lifetime, she said she’d do it again.

“I was actually really sad when it was over,” Irwin said. “I enjoyed every step of the journey, even the first steps that led to awful blisters on my feet. It was an incredible experience.”

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$195,000

Oakley

This wonderful two story offers 5 beds & 2.5 baths and over 2000 sq ft of living space. It features a spacious kitchen with tile countertops & floor, wainscoting & crown molding in living & dining rooms, with designer paint colors, a beautiful sun-room that leads out to a beautiful backyard with in-ground pool. Priced to move, go and see before it is gone.

LIVER MORE

STOCKTON

Move In Ready

$187,500

This 2 story property offers 4 beds, 2.5 baths and 1763 sq ft of living space. The property features newer carpets, newer kitchen appliances, 2 tone paint, a Formal dining room, kitchen/family combo and living room. It has a half bath downstairs and good size bedrooms upstairs. It has been landscaped in front & back and is close to community pool, new park, shopping and offers easy freeway access.

OAKLEY

ANTIOCH

BAY POINT

Coming Soon

Open & Bright

Manufactured home on a foundation (not mobile), and offers 3 beds & 2 baths and 960 sq ft of living space. Other features include an inside laundry room, covered patio and deck and a Big driveway.

This 2 story home offers 4 beds & 3 baths and 1893 sq ft of living space. It features a Formal Living and Dining rooms, Kitchen/Family room combo. The kitchen is open and Bright and offers an Eat-In area, stainless steel appliances, freestanding gas range & oven and tile countertops. The Master bed even has a patio deck to relax on. This is a must see

Located in Magnolia Park subdivision this home features 4 large bedrooms, 3.5 baths with a full bedroom and bathroom downstairs and over 3700 sq ft. Other features include an oversized 4 car garage, 18 inch tile flooring, wainscoting, granite slab counters in kitchen and stainless steel appliances. With-in walking distance to schools, parks and shopping.

Nice manufactured home that offers 3 beds & 2 baths and over 1500 sq ft of living space. It also features a living/family room combo with fireplace, Open eat-in kitchen and dining room with tile floors and a 2 car detached garage. This will move quickly

The perfect opportunity to make it yours. This quaint 3 bed/1bath offers 1021 sq ft of living space and features a family/dining room combo with heat and air and French doors leading out to back patio. It also offers a large and spacious backyard with fruit trees, shade trees, grass and shed.

With a little TLC this property can really shine.

OAKLEY

DISCOVERY BAY

PITTSBURG

BRENTWOOD

SAN R AMON

Customize It

$200,000

What a Great fixer. This large Oakley property offers 4 beds, 2.5 baths, over 1900 sq ft of living space and a separate Office. There are multiple repairs to be made so we can only Except Cash and FHA 203K offers. Repair items include Whole kitchen, connecting of AC and Water heater and the backyard is not landscaped.

Deep Water Custom Home

$125,000

$435,000

Custom Single Story features 4 bed, 2.5 bath & over 2300sq ft of living space. With a southern exposure and awesome water views this property also offers a remodeled kitchen w/ granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances & a great room/ kitchen combo. It also features beautiful walnut hardwood & tile floors throughout & a U-dock. This is a great home to entertain your guests.

Outstanding Opportunity

Wonderful Townhouse

$342,000

$183,000

Beautiful 4BR 2.5 BA, 1873 sq. ft. has: Laminate flooring, kitchen tile, stainless steel appliances, two tone paint, oak cabinets, walk to Pittsburg Marina and parks. Make OFFER now before it’s gone. Call Rod 925-783-6706

Great Starter

Exquisite

$114,900

$320,000

This exquisite 2 story home offers 3329 sq ft of living space with 5 beds and 3.5 baths. It offers an open and spacious kitchen with granite counter tops and island, new paint & carpet throughout, new water heater and high ceilings in living/dining combo. Put this first on the Must see list.

Make It Yours

Stunning Single Story

$119,000

$750,000

Stunning Single Story Rancher features 4 bedrooms & 2 bath, freshly painted inside, marble entry, plantation shutters throughout home, spacious & open floor plan with huge kitchen, parklike backyard with in-ground pool/spa, patios & grassy play area, perfect for entertaining... An absolute must see!

Call Shauna 925-437-7702

The Time to Sell Short is Now! Bryce Ellsworth, Broker

Rod Talavera, Realtor

Vanessa Gutierrez, Realtor

Shauna Suckow, Realtor

Lic# 01305147

Fluent in Tagalog Lic# 01701571

Se Habla Español Lic# 01840693

Lic# 01505149

Amante Asuncion, Broker Associate Lic# 00636264

Robin Nelson, Realtor

Penny Dobbertin, Realtor

Lic# 01793070

Lic# 01306163

Marc Ellsworth, Office Manager

Yes, that’s right; I am calling this the best opportunity you will have to get a fresh start. With current Tax and Real Estate Laws on the side of Homeowners, there is no better time to get behind the massive negative equity associated with most homes in our area. Call us today; we will not push you into a short sale. Our job as always is to GIVE YOU THE BEST REAL ESTATE ADVICE AVAILABLE. * Don’t know your rights? * Not sure if a short sale is best for your situation? * Behind on payments? * Lost your job? * Just need info on how it works * Depleted your savings just to stay up on your mortgage?