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November 25, 2011

Remember: shop Oakley first

by Samie Hartley Staff Writer The holiday shopping season is officially here, but instead of battling shoppers in the malls and outlets, why not do your shopping without even leaving Oakley?

Last year, the City of Oakley and the Oakley Chamber of Commerce launched Oakley First, an initiative to promote patronizing local businesses. Now that the holiday shopping is in full force, local officials are asking the community to remember to shop in Oakley before venturing to neighboring cities.

Oakley isn’t traditionally considered a retail hot spot – even by Oakley residents.

“I’ve lived in Oakley for five years, but I don’t know how much Christmas shopping I’ve ever done here,” said Oakleyite Jeanette Richards. “I grocery shop here. I use the drug store. I eat at local restaurants, but when it comes to gift shopping, I normally head out to Brentwood, where I can find more variety.”

Oakley might not have a Streets of

Brentwood, Slatten Ranch or Lone Tree Crossing, but still offers a host of options for conquering your gift list. Everyone knows the day after Thanksgiving is Black Friday, when the bravest deal hunters wander sleep-deprived into the chilly November morning to load up and save big. But a new post-Thanksgiving tradition is gaining steam.

Saturday, Nov. 26, marks the second annual Small Business Saturday. No need to rise at the crack of dawn or go through a series of pre-shopping stretches to prepare for warding off fellow deal hunters. Small Business Saturday is an opportunity to shop in your home town, take your time and enjoy its quaint atmosphere – and boost the local economy.

Kevin Romick, Oakley’s vice mayor and champion of the Oakley First campaign, emphasizes the benefits of shopping Oakley.

“It doesn’t matter if you shop in a chain store or an independent business,” wrote Romick in an e-mail. “Buying local keeps the money local. Not only does 1 percent of the total state sales tax come back to our fair city to be used locally, when you buy locally,

Santa had his hands full with reluctant visitors Charles LeVeque, Jr., 3, and Raya LeVeque, 1, following the Holiday Parade in Brentwood last weekend. If your youngsters are also a bit shy about meeting Santa, they could be a winner in the Scared of Santa Photo Contest on Photo by Michele Chatburn thepress.net Facebook page. Submit your nominations between Dec. 5 and 11, and tell your friends to vote between Dec. 12 and 18.

“ It doesn’t matter if you shop in a chain store or an independent business. Buying local keeps the money local.

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Oakley Vice Mayor Kevin Romick but it is the primary source for making our community a great place in which to live, providing us with police services, street and landscaping maintenance, senior services, youth activities, parks, arts and community events and much, much more.”

Romick urges residents to search Oakley for gift ideas before hitting the larger shopping centers out of town, remembering that it’s the thought that counts the most.

But even if you’re looking to surprise your recipients with the perfect gift, it might surprise them more that you did all your shopping in Oakley.

“When we shop locally, we help fuel our economy,” said Lynn Stahli, Oakley Chamber of Commerce office manager. “It’s like a gift to the community.”

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by Samie Hartley Staff Writer “Christmas is a necessity.

There has to be at least one day of the year to remind us that we’re here for something besides ourselves.”

– Eric Sevareid, journalist The holiday season is upon East County, and members of the community are opening their hearts to offer support to local charity drives offering aid to those in need. Local

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A local credit union is making the holidays happier for those who need it most.

businesses, schools, churches and municipalities are collecting food, toys, blankets and coats to make sure everyone has a warm, happy holiday.

As it’s been doing for more than 45 years, the Brentwood Regional Community Chest (BRCC) is collecting non-perishable food items and toys to bring the joys of the holidays to 500 families. Barrels have been placed throughout the community, and all of the see Charity page 8A

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go to news/press releases California’s leading small-business association urges holiday shoppers to buy local.

Unwrap our Holiday Gift Guide and discover ideas that’ll make this season memorable for your family and friends. Page 1B

Mark your calendars Looking to hook up with charitable activities or seasonal entertainment? Check out our lineup of holiday events. Page 5A

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go to multimedia/videos Antioch’s exposure to the Occupy movement was untraumatic.

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Local protesters turn focus to banks Staff Writer

Photo by Justin Lafferty

A couple of Occupy protesters speak out against the business practices of big banks during a MoveOn. org rally on Saturday in front of Bank of America in Antioch.

Members of a local MoveOn.org group protesting against income inequality and other issues turned their attention to major financial institutions Saturday.

Brandishing signs scolding big banks, about 30 people participated in the East County sector of the Occupy Wall Street movement, picketing outside Wells Fargo and Bank of America on Somersville Road in Antioch. The protesters spoke out against major banking practices they felt are unfair.

Many cars passing by honked in support of the effort.

“I think it’s wonderful to have that many people out here,” local MoveOn.org representative Chris Flores said. “We’ve had really good sign-ups, but I think more people turned out than I thought. I love the positive feedback.”

However, while Occupy rallies in Oakland and other big cities have made headlines for violence and vandalism, those who coordinate these events in East County have made sure there’s no reason for the police to be called.

Organizer Harry Thurston even made sure to stay on the sidewalk

during the rally, and not step onto the ramp leading to Bank of America’s ATMs. Thurston, who walked around leading cheers with a megaphone, said the Occupy movement is most successful when these protests are peaceful.

Protesters didn’t physically confront bank employees or customers, but simply stood outside the banks and raised awareness. Organizing members also passed out information showing the benefits of opening an account at a local credit union instead of a major bank, as well as how to do so.

“This is not about destroying, it’s about fixing,” Thurston said.

“Change comes through peaceful, determined, purposeful need. We can only do things peacefully. Civil disobedience doesn’t mean violence; it means peaceful requests for change.

That’s how change will happen for the better.”

Those who stood out and participated on Saturday came from many walks of life, from students all the way to a World War II veteran. Los Medanos College student Red Westfield of Pittsburg said she had been following the Occupy protests in the news and was excited to hear of local events.

She held a sign in front of Bank of America that read “Outlaw corporate tax havens.” She said she plans to attend more of the local Occupy ral-

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lies, since it saves a trip to Berkeley or Oakland.

“Now that it’s here in my hometown,” Westfield said, “I feel almost an obligation to come out and show my support.”

The Occupy protesters gather together under the phrase “We are the 99 percent.” The members have spoken out against the statistic illustrating that the richest 1 percent of Americans account for more than 40 percent of the country’s wealth. Many protesters express displeasure with the high price of health insurance, the war in Afghanistan, joblessness and the disproportionately low taxes paid by America’s richest citizens. According to the California Department of Labor, 10 percent of Contra Costa County residents are unemployed.

These rallies serve as a way for people to have a voice and speak for what they believe in. Thurston noted at a previous rally that while the regular citizens who comprise the 99 percent might not have money or political power, they do have strength in numbers.

“I feel really good about it, getting people out here,” Antioch resident Jimmy Rumelhart said. “It’s better than sitting around and not doing anything.”

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‘You’ll shoot your eye out, kid’

SATURDAY, NOV. 26 Oakley Boy Scout Troop 152 launches its fourth annual Christmas tree lot at 3460 Main St. (behind Scheer Home Systems). The Scouts provide quality Noble and Douglas fir trees for sale, as well as fresh wreaths and charming ornaments.

Delivery is available. The lot remains open through Dec. 18. For hours and more information, call 925-625-5391.

Holiday On Ice Brentwood’s popular outdoor skating rink, back for the fourth year, is open seven days a week through Jan. 16. Come skate on a lighted ice rink protected from the elements by a magnificent tent. For hours and prices, call 925-513-1702 or visit www.brentwoodholidayonice.com.

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It’s that time of year again, with more things going on than you can shake a candy cane at. Here are a few of the holiday goings-on you can choose from during the next two weeks, including some traditional favorites such as the one-time only presentation of “A Christmas Story” and the familiar admonition in the headline above. We’ll be running updated lists several times between now and Christmas, so if your event isn’t listed and you’d like it to be, be sure to let us know so we can add it. E-mail items to Samie Hartley at calendar@brentwoodpress.com.

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The Liberty High Playmakers present their annual tale of Ralphie’s pursuit of a genuine Red Ryder 200-Shot Carbine Action Air Rifle on Dec. 2 only.

Brentwood at 6 p.m. for the annual treelighting ceremony. The celebration continues with performances by the Liberty High School Chamber Singers, The Tap Dancing Christmas Trees and the Antioch Music Academy concert band. For more information, visit www.shopstreetsofbrentwood.com.

FRIDAY, DEC. 2 “A Christmas Story” Liberty High School Playmakers present “A Christmas Story” at 7 p.m. at the Allan E. Jones Performing Arts Center, 850 Second St. in Brentwood. Relive all your favorite scenes as Ralphie seeks the holy grail of all Christmas presents, a

genuine Red Ryder 200-Shot Carbine Action Air Rifle. Tickets are $5; $3 for children 12 and under.

FRIDAY, DEC. 2 AND SATURDAY, DEC. 3 Madrigal Dinner Resurrection Ministries, 1275 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood, presents its annual Madrigal Dinner at 7 p.m. Enjoy an evening of feasting and merriment appropriate for folks 7 and older. Tickets are $35. Reservations must be made by Monday, Nov. 28. For tickets, call 925634-5180. see Kid page 6A

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Crystal Perez, left, and Marissa Moe enjoy some slippery fun at Brentwood’s Holiday on Ice skating rink last year. The popular venue is open at The Streets of Brentwood from now through Jan. 16.

Kid from page 5A FRIDAY, DEC. 2 THROUGH SUNDAY, DEC. 4 Brentwood Festival of Trees Enjoy three days of Yuletide fun benefiting local nonprofit organizations. Held at the Shadow Lakes Event Center, 401 West Country Club Drive, guests are welcome to enjoy music and munchies while admiring trees decorated by community organizations. The festival also includes a gala dinner and auction, a teddy bear breakfast with Santa and a brunch among

the trees. For tickets and more information, visit www.brentwoodfestivaloftrees. org or call 925-206-5087.

SATURDAY, DEC. 3 Santa Paws Don’t exclude your pets from celebrating the holidays. Homeless Animals’ Lifeline Organization has invited Santa to Pet Food Express, 5829 Lone Tree Way in Antioch, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. to meet with your four-legged friends and pose for pictures. For more information, visit see Kid page 7A

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Kid from page 6A Santa’s Workshop Come see Santa arrive on the Polar Express at Sand Creek Crossing, otherwise known as the Raley’s shopping center in Brentwood. Festivities, which run from noon to 3 p.m., include face painting, a magic show, holiday crafts, train rides and photos with Santa. For more information, visit www.sandcreekcrossing.com.

Holiday Home Tour Hosted by the Liberty Union High School District Education Foundation, the tour visits homes lovingly decked out in old-world finery and festive holiday décor. To join the tour, meet at noon at Hannah Nicole Vineyard, 6700 Balfour Road in Brentwood. Following the tour, participants are invited to return to the winery for an evening of live and silent auctions, prize drawings, refreshments and live entertainment. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit www.educationwins.org.

Oakley Tree Lighting Join Oakley’s celebration of the sea-

son with the lighting of the city’s 30-foot Christmas tree. The festivities include performances by local children’s choirs, make-n-take crafts, games and free refreshments. Santa will be on hand for photo-ops with the kids, so bring your camera. The celebration begins at 5 p.m. at the Oakley Civic Center, 3231 Main St. For more information, call 925-625-7044.

Antioch Lighted Boat Parade Decorated boats glide down the Delta at 6 p.m. during this annual holiday event.

Best-view locations are the Antioch Municipal Pier and along Second Street in the city’s historic downtown district. For more information, e-mail diane@art4antioch.org or call 925-325-9897.

THURSDAY, DEC. 8 Holiday Bazaar Discovery Bay Elementary School, 1700 Willow Lake Road, hosts its first holiday bazaar from 4 to 8 p.m. Learn more about local vendors while checking items off of your gift-giving list. For more information, call 925-809-7540.

Check back next week for more holiday happenings.

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TRY AGAIN, AND AGAIN...

You’ve probably heard that old saying, “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” Well, that’s VERY true in real estate right now, especially if you are having trouble making your payments.

There are a lot of programs out there, and if you got turned down, my advice to you is to try again! I’ve had many people come to me that want to short sale their home because their lender turned them down for a loan mod. If it’s been more than a few months, I tell them to try again (if they truly want to keep their home). You never know what new program or new criteria your lender is using now.

This is also true for the government programs out there. For example, I’ve written about the Keep Your Home California program in this space several times before. First, I reported about the creation of the program and encouraged people to call and see if they qualify. I heard from many of you that you did call, but weren’t eligible for one reason or

another, often because your lender wasn’t participating.

Well, good news! They’ve opened up their criteria, and more lenders are now participating. They are now allowing borrowers to apply that did “cash-out” refis, who own more than one property, or co-signed for someone else. They are also increasing the length of help for unemployed borrowers to 9 months instead of 6 and they’ll pay up to $20,000 in past-due payments, where the prior limit was $15,000.

For more info, Call 888-954KEEP(5337) from 7 A.M. and 7 P.M. Mon-Friday, and 9 A.M. to 3 P.M. on Saturdays or their website at www.

KeepYourHomeCalifornia.org.

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.SharpHomesOnline.com.

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Brentwood Regional Community Chest Co-president Kevin King cuts a ceremonial ribbon at last year’s Christmas Basket program. Co-president Dana Eaton (on King’s left) and Lill Pierce (in red), daughter of BRCC founder Rose Pierce, look on with other board and Chamber of Commerce members while volunteers sort food in the background. Help is needed for this year’s event on Dec. 16 and 17.

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Brentwood schools have pledged to donate their collected goods toward the effort.

But collecting the goods is only half the job. The BRCC relies heavily on the helping hands of the community to sort and package the food boxes and toys for the pick-up event on Saturday, Dec. 17. Volunteers of all ages can help out at the sorting event on Friday, Dec. 16 starting at 6 p.m at Brentwood Elementary School, 200 Griffith Lane.

“Monetary donations, like for many organizations, are hard to come by, but we’re fortunate that people can help us with elbow grease instead of cash,” said BRCC board member Rick Lemyre. “We’re always anxious about whether we’ll have enough volunteers, so we invite the entire community to come out and help. Come one, come all.”

Volunteers are also needed to work the pick-up event. For more information about how you can help, visit www.

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Advice From People Who Filed Bankruptcy on Their Homes

by Joan Grimes, Esq. Today I asked each person who came into my office if they had any advice for people who are in default on their home loans. Here is their advice.

1. Seek Legal Counsel. Don’t wait to find out your options. Almost every person said they would have done things differently if they had understood the law applicable to their situation and the options available to them.

2. Don’t borrow or take money from your 401k, IRA, Savings Account, Children’s Saving Account, Deferred Compensation to cure the default. The reason this is good advice is that money borrowed from a 401k must be repaid or it will be considered income to you. Yuck. If the money is just taken from the 401k or IRA, that is a distribution and you be taxed on the amount of the distribution plus there may be an additional penalty. Most importantly, 1099c income is not dischargeable in bankruptcy.

2. Don’t borrow money from family to cure mortgage. The reason this is good advice is that family wants to be repaid irrespective of whether you file bankruptcy.

3. Don’t juggle credit cards to pay mortgage. This is good advice because in many instances the cash advances will cause problems in a bankruptcy. In addition, depending on the type of real estate debt you have, a short sale or foreclosure may be possible without a bankruptcy. However, if you run up your credit cards trying to keep the house, a bankruptcy may be inevitable.

4. Don’t leave house until property foreclose or short sale is complete. Almost every person that has left their home prior to

the foreclosure or short sale being completed regrets the decision. Once you stop paying on the mortgage, your rent is free with the exception of paying the Homeowners Dues and keeping insurance on the property.

Further, since you’re still responsible for the maintenance of the property until the foreclosure or short sale you might as well enjoy it and save some money. No reason to pay rent any sooner than necessary.

5. Don’t let your cultural pride stand in the way of you making sound financial decisions. The economy of your parents generation is not the same as today.

If you do not have sufficient income to pay your bills as they come due and owing, you should seek legal counsel before withdrawing any monies from a retirement account, savings account or taking a loan against your home or car. These are difficult times, but do not miss the help and protection provided by the Bankruptcy Code and California law by waiting too long.

Just because this ship is underwater does not mean that you should give up your life vests that you will need to keep you afloat!

THIS INFORMATION IS NOT PROVIDED AS LEGAL ADVICE AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON IN MAKING ANY DECISION REGARDING A VOLUNTARY DEFAULT, SHORT SALE, FORECLOSURE OR BANKRUPTCY. THIS INFORMATION IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR OBTAINING TAX & LEGAL ADVICE REGARDING AN INDIVIDUAL SITUATION. GRIMESBKLAW.COM (925) 323-7772

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A special visit from Santa

by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer

The holidays are here in all their frenzied glory, but for some children, the sounds of the season can be overwhelming.

“We understand the angst that all families with children having special needs feel when confronted with a mall Santa,” said Lisa McBride, founder and executive director of the Special Kids Foundation.

And this year, for the fifth season in a row, East County families of special-needs children are getting an early Christmas present courtesy of the Special Kids Foundation and Smith Family Farm: a private audience with Santa.

A Visit with Santa will be held Saturday, Dec. 10 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Smith Family Farm, 4430 Sellers Road in Brentwood. The event will be exclusively open to families and children with special needs and includes a free 4x6 framed photo with Santa. The pictures will be printed and framed onsite while families enjoy the beauty of Smith Farms. The farm will open to the public at 11 a.m.

“We are so excited to be able to provide a holiday gift to families challenged by having a special-needs child, and provide them with some one-on-one time with Santa,” said McBride. “No one leaves this incredible event without being changed forever by that incredible, warm, yummy

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Christopher Empringham enjoys a quiet visit with Santa during last year’s Special Kids event at Smith Family Farm in Brentwood. This season’s event – open to all East County families and their children with special needs – is held Dec. 10 from 9 to 11 a.m. feeling that comes from watching the magic that Christmas creates.”

Through parent support programs and community events since 2006, the nonprofit organization has been dedicated to promoting the education, awareness and success of all families with children of special needs.

Monthly support group meetings, e-mail contact, monthly newsletters and a variety of annual events such as the Santa visits, as

well as bowling leagues and baseball and soccer organizations, are the backbone of the community-oriented organization.

“We have so many supporters, professional and private individuals who embrace what we do and help us in so many ways with our goals and plans,” said McBride. “We feel very blessed.”

For additional information, visit www. spkids.org or call 925-516-9690.

Services set for Forbes Jeffrey Bryant Forbes Jeffrey Bryant Forbes, born Feb. 23, 1952 in Columbus, Ohio, entered into rest on Nov. 7, 2011 at Sutter Delta Memorial Hospital in Antioch. At his side were his sister, Melanie; niece, Erica Roanhorse; and brother-in-law, Ed Meindersee.

Jeff served in the U.S. Army in Fort Knox, Ky. and was awarded the Expert Badge (M-16) and a National Defense Service Medal.

He is preceded in death by his father, Howard L. Forbes; and sister, Jennifer Forbes-Tope; and is survived by his mother, Sheri Forbes-Humphries; brothers, Mark and Greg; sisters, Sylvia, Becky and Melanie Forbes; and many nieces and nephews.

The family will hold a memorial service in his honor on Nov. 29 at 2 p.m. at the Sacramento Valley National VA Cemetery in Dixon, Calif.

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Shoreline fishing will continue to be available along the reservoir’s south shore, and bait and tackle sales will continue from the south side entrance kiosk. Trails that are not in the closure areas, including the Miwok Trail that connects Round Valley Regional Park to Morgan Territory Regional Preserve, will remain open to the public.

More information about the expansion can be found at

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Rotary’s dictionary redux For the past 17 years, the Brentwood Rotary Club’s Dictionary Project has been providing third-graders with their personal dictionary. Before long, the club could be sending a dictionary home with students whose parents still have the dictionary they received when they were in third grade.

A couple of years ago, Vicki Sexton took over from Brett Morey what has become a signature program of the Brentwood Rotary. At that time, the dictionaries were coffee-table-size books, so large that only eight of them would fit into a box, creating a mass of nearly 200 heavy boxes to lift and stack. Each of those dictionaries cost more than $9, so donations were needed from parent/teacher associations to purchase enough.

“I was mentally and physically exhausted by the time the final dictionary had been delivered,” Sexton said. “My back felt like it was breaking. I was determined to find a better way of doing it the next year.”

Thanks to the discovery of a company called Project Dictionary, which helps other Rotary clubs with similar projects, this year the club was able to secure smaller, paperback dictionaries that cost only $1.75, and as a first-year customer the Brentwood group got an additional 50 percent off the price. The PTAs did not need to contribute, and the students got books that were easier to use and fit nicely into their backpacks.

Sexton said she finds the work very satisfying. “Third graders are still in-

Childhood education training Los Medanos College (LMC) is offering a special career training opportunity with a unique, focused Early Childhood Education Career Academy during the college’s spring 2012 semester.

The academy will prepare students for a job as an early childhood assistant teacher by satisfying the California Commission on teacher credentialing assistant teacher requirements in just one semester.

The program is free to those who qualify for a Board of Governors fee waiver and meet certain English requirements.

Information about the program will be available at a free informational session on Monday, Nov. 28 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the LMC Library Community Room (L109), 2700 E. Leland Road in Pittsburg. To reserve a space, RSVP to www.losmedanos.edu/careeradvancement, e-mail David Wahl at dwahl@losmedanos.edu or call 925-439-2181, ext. 3214.

nocent and excited about learning,” she said. “None of them have a cavalier attitude; some of them begin looking up words before sitting down. The majority of them are thrilled to get their book.

‘Thank-you’s’ are heartfelt. Just thinking about them can bring tears of joy to my eyes.”

It’s also a reminder of Rotary’s motto, “Service Above Self,” she said.

“Each year the club discovers again that we serve ourselves through the service we give to others.”

For more information, visit www. brentwoodcarotary.org, call 925-2400144, or e-mail vicki.sexton@fbol.com.

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Trevor’s Weekly Mortgage Matters

By Trevor Frey

Thanksgiving Dinner Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays for two reasons – the food, and the fellowship. I’m not too sure how your family celebrates turkey day – hopefully it involves a lot of smiles and a football game or two – but in my family each person is responsible for a dish. One person brings desert, one person brings the cranberries, and whoever is hosting is responsible for the turkey. Add all of it up, sprinkle in laughs and love, and you have one heck of a Thanksgiving celebration. Of course, on the flip side of the coin, without everyone showing up Thanksgiving isn’t quite the same; the day just wouldn’t be complete without each dish being represented at the table. So what does any of this have to do with real estate…everything!

Without an excellent team of people in your corner your real estate transaction will not be the “holiday” it should be. In no particular order you have your Realtor (desert), your lender (cranberries), and your escrow officer (turkey). No matter how you slice it, or try to get by without one, it is impossible for your transaction to be the same without all parties on the same page and present at the dinner table.

Your Realtor is like that loving aunt or uncle that is always interested in what you are interested in. They’ll DVR shows that they’d never heard of before you mentioned them just to make sure they understand what you’re into. They’ll hop on the internet and check out your favorite teams stats before showing up for Thanksgiving to make sure they’re educated about your life. They get you, know what you like, and will do everything in their power to put you in your dream house.

Your lender is like that well off grandpar-

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ent who you know has money, but who you also know will ask a million questions before they cut you a check. They want to know how you’ve spent your money in the past, why you feel you can handle their loan, and most importantly, how you plan on living the remainder of your life to ensure you’re able to pay them back. While you know they always have your best interest at heart, you can sometimes become frustrated because they ask soooo many questions about your finances. At the end of the day however a relationship is there that cannot be broken.

Your escrow officer is like that protecting parent that never intervenes but is always watching from the sideline. They never judge, take sides, or make opinions, they simply observe and make sure everything is moving along smoothly.

Nothing happens without their blessing, they watch over all of the money, and they make sure all parties are treated equally. Without this parent in your transaction, simply put, the transaction would be chaos.

So before purchasing your home ask yourself this question, “could I sit-down with all of the people working for me and enjoy a Thanksgiving type family dinner?” If the answer is yes then you have the right team of professionals on your side. If the answer is no then you should re-read this article and think about who exactly is at your table. After all, it’s all about the food and the fellowship.

As always, I welcome all questions and or concerns pertaining to real estate lending on my cell phone, 925-726-1444 or via email, tfreymortgages@yahoo.com.

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County seats open Contra Costa District III Supervisor Mary Piepho is seeking qualified, motivated candidates to serve on the following county advisory committees: Integrated Pest Management Advisory Committee The committee advises the Board of Supervisors on pest management and pesticide use on county-owned or countymaintained properties. Applicants must live or work in Contra Costa County and have some knowledge of integrated pest management. The board meets six times a year in Concord.

Applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5, and may be mailed to Office of the Clerk of the Board, 651 Pine St., Martinez 94553; faxed to the clerk of the board at 925-335-1913; or e-mailed to Tanya Drlik, IPM coordinator, at tdrlik@hsd. cccounty.us.

P-6 Citizens Advisory Committee, Discovery Bay Openings are available for one seat in The Lakes development; one seat in the Centex development; and one seat in the Edgewater development.

The committee makes reports and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on extended police protection services. Applicants must reside within Discovery Bay’s P-6 zones 500-504. The committee meets on the second Monday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at 1800 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. Alcohol and Other Drugs Advisory Board The board, for which one seat is open, assesses family and community needs regarding treatment and prevention of alcohol and drug

abuse. The board meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 3:45 p.m. at the Alcohol and Other Drugs Services Division, 1220 Morello Ave., Suite 200 in Martinez.

Fish and Wildlife Committee The committee, for which one seat is open, advises the Board of Supervisors on fish and wildlife issues in Contra Costa County.

The committee meets on the third Wednesday of the month at 3 p.m. at the Road Maintenance Division lunch room (squad room), 2475 Waterbird Way in Martinez.

Countywide Bicycle Advisory Committee The committee, for which one seat is open, provides input to the county and its cities on bicycle projects for Transportation Development Act (TDA) funds. The committee meets once a year.

Byron Municipal Advisory Council The council, for which one seat is open, advises the Board of Supervisors on land issues and planning matters affecting the community of Byron. Applicants must reside within the Byron Municipal Advisory Council boundaries.

The council meets on the third Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at Excelsior Middle School, 14301 Byron Highway in Byron.

Applications may be downloaded from the county’s website, www.contra.napanet. net/maddybook, and submitted to the clerk of the board’s office, 651 Pine St., Martinez, CA 94553. The phone number is 925-335-1900.

For more information, including on how to apply, call Lea Castleberry at 925-240-7260 or e-mail lea.castleberry@bos.cccounty.us.

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Donation locations Donation barrels for the annual Brentwood Regional Community Chest (BRCC) Christmas Basket program are now out and about in a location near you. Below are the merchants, businesses and public places where you’ll find the Christmas paper-wrapped barrels that support the annual effort to feed and provide toys for more than 500 local families – now in its fourth decade.

Look for the barrel marked with “Community Chest” and “Toys for Tots,” with whom the BRCC is partnering once again.

BRENTWOOD Actus Chiropractic, 9030 Brentwood Blvd., Suite D Brentwood Self-Storage, 190 Sand Creek Road Centro Mart, 7820 Brentwood Blvd.

Bank of the West, 4540 Balfour Road ECC Bank (Bank of Ag), 740 First St. Chamber of Commerce, 8440 Brentwood Blvd., Suite C Willey’s Bagel & Blends, 1155 Second St., Suite D Fire Station 54, 739 First St. Rubia Salon and Spa, 2440 Sand Creek Road, Suite 1 Creekside Church, 4501 O’Hara Ave. Charlie’s Subs 6660, Lone Tree Way, Suite 1 ECC Bank 390, West Country Club Drive Brentwood Auto – NAPA, 7885 Brentwood Blvd.

U.S. Post Office, 18 Oak St. Community Center, 104 Oak St. City Hall, 104 Oak St. Bank of America, 241 Oak St. Prudential Real Estate, 2510 Sand Creek Road Los Medanos College, 101 Sand Creek Road Monthly Grapevine, 9040 Brentwood Blvd., Suite B Harvest Park Bowl, 5000 Balfour Road Food Maxx, 4440 Balfour Road Eskaton Lodge, 450 John Muir Parkway Marsh Creek Apartments, 7251 Brentwood Blvd.

Brentwood Police Station, 9100 Brentwood Blvd.

John Muir Health, 2400 Balfour Road First Bank, 6590 Lone Tree Way Drive Esterkyn, 1145 Second Street, Suite F Dainty Center/Willow Wood School, 1265 Dainty Ave. Monkey Wrenches, 8130 Brentwood Blvd.

Brentwood Bike Company, 7750 Brentwood Blvd., Suite C Patelco Credit Union, 5601 Lone Tree Way, Suite 100 BYRON U.S. Post Office, 3345 Bixler Road DISCOVERY BAY ECC Bank (Bank of Ag), 14804 Highway 4, Suite A, Fire Station 59, 1685 Bixler Road U.S. Post Office, 3352 Main St.

Christmas cantata People of all faiths and ages are invited to rediscover the joy, peace and love of Christmas in the magn i f i c e n t ly yet simply told musical journey back to Bethlehem. The Brentwood Community United Methodist Church will present its annual Christmas cantata, “Lead Me Back to Bethlehem,” on Sunday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m. Admission is free; donations are accepted. The beautiful sanctuary of Brentwood Community United Methodist Church, 809 Second St., is the perfect setting for this family event. For more information, visit brentwood umc.com/upcoming-events.html or call 925-634-3093.

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Sutter Delta helps Bold birds families during holidays • More than 80 families a month with a three-day supply of groceries, including; canned meat, vegetables, fruit, beans, and soup from its Emergency Food Pantry program. • Food and gift baskets for 200 families at Thanksgiving and Christmas. The baskets included a one-week supply of food for a family of four and one $10 gift card. • More than 400 families in Brentwood a three-day supply of food and warm coats from its Food Distribution Program in Brentwood. “Vulnerable families within the communities of Bay Point, Pittsburg and Antioch have been suffering the devastating effects of the downturn in the economy,â€? said Jim Noe, board president of St. Vincent de Paul. “The demand on our services has increased, and this significant financial support from Sutter Delta Medical Center will be instrumental in providing healthy food to our neighbors in need.â€?

As Rapaport put it, “We recognize that health care extends beyond the walls of our care centers. Wellness begins in our communities with a healthy meal on the kitchen table.�

Sutter Delta and Sutter Health recently made a $12,500 donation to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Pittsburg. The funds are a portion of a quarter-million-dollar donation by the Sutter Health network to 29 food banks throughout Northern California to help provide more than a million healthy meals to families in need.

Food banks say that monetary donations help maximize the amount of food available for the hungry – in many instances, a $1 donation can translate to more than $5 worth of distributed food. “Many of our patients and neighbors are still struggling to afford healthy, regular meals,� said Sutter Delta CEO Gary Rapaport. “We hope by supporting our local food banks, we can provide some comfort this holiday season.�

This is Sutter Delta’s second year supporting St. Vincent de Paul’s meal programs. Last year’s contribution helped the agency provide: • More than 39,000 meals to families in need at its Pittsburg Free Dining Room program.

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Louder than bullying Editor: Last Saturday morning, Nov. 19, I sat under a lovely tree in a garden built to surround the labyrinth that is part of Kaleidoscope Cancer Support Center (behind the Byron United Methodist Church) and had a discussion about bullying with 30 other people of all ages.

The discussion came about through the heartfelt effort of Ally Warren Oldknow, who heard of six teenage suicides taking place in the month of September that were all the direct result of bullying. She spent time honoring these young people with her private ceremonies, each on the date the suicide took place.

It didn’t feel enough for her, though, and she wanted to do more; she wanted to make a grander, more significant statement.

Along with her grandmother, Jan Page, who brought Kaleidoscope forth from her own survival of two bouts with cancer, Ally designed a gathering and labyrinth walk she called Love Is Louder.

Before the labyrinth walk, Ally read her story to us, and her words were inspiring. At the age of 15, Ally has the empathy and the self empowerment to take a horrible situation and put her feelings into action that is positive and healing. She set the stage at the labyrinth for all of us to take part in her vision to take steps to make the world a better place. As we walked the labyrinth, we were each of us in our own process, and afterward, we gathered to share as we wished.

The definition of “bullying” is “to intimidate” or “to push around.” I think that quite a lot of people see bullying as an overt action against someone else that results in physical pain, or at least the fear of it – the “to push around” part. The anti-bullying laws broaden the definition to include cyberbullying and rumor-spreading. But what about the intimidation that occurs in subtle ways through offensive language, jokes told, and other forms of intimidation?

As we sat under the tree, slowly but as

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surely as the breezes blew through the leaves, one by one people started to open up about their experiences. One adult saw how her developmentally disabled charges are essentially bullied by the reactions of the public as they walk through stores.

One high school student talked of what it feels like to have other students make fun of the tone of her voice. One adult bravely, and sincerely, admitted that he had been a bully when he was younger, and talked about how sad and sorry he felt about it now.

We talked about words and how they can carry so much weight. The same word that can be used to describe something wonderful and loving can be used in a derogatory way to put someone or something down.

Perhaps people aren’t aware of the connotation of what they are saying when they use slang. It’s something we all need to think about, especially those of us who are older, and may have a different frame of reference for words. As fast as our techno-world moves, words fly through cyber-space and change meaning day-to-day.

We cannot be habitual about our word usage and have our children absorb it and think it’s OK. Because it’s not. It is not OK to use a word of reference for a person or a group of people to put someone or something down or even to describe something negatively. There are a whole bunch of words out there … find one that says what you mean without demeaning anyone.

I was pleased to hear teenagers recognize that when a teacher intimidates by making demeaning comments about the high intelligence of a student in front of the class, it is indeed bullying. On a grand scale.

What does this say to the particular student and to the class at large that a teacher belittles a student for being intelligent? I want to think that the teacher has enough awareness that he would never belittle a student who was having difficulty.

What makes it OK to belittle someone who isn’t? What makes it OK to belittle anyone, at any time?

I hope the people who took part in the Love Is Louder celebration will be vigilant and empowered to speak up when they see or hear bullying. For that matter, I hope that everyone will. I wonder if there is any loneliness as great as being singled out and made fun of, or made to feel “less than” because of who you are. Even if it is not a direct slur, or a slur directly at one individual, the effects are devastating on an emotional level.

The other side of not bullying is to not allow anyone else to do it either. In any way.

Ever.

Kate Riley Discovery Bay

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extend to the citizens of Brentwood a warm message for this holiday season. The times are indeed very challenging, but your city continues to rise above the fray in a most positive manner. The city is still on stable footing and is proceeding forward to continued success.

The city has opened our new city hall and expects to open civic center in early 2012. Our downtown has a different look with a new fountain, wider sidewalks, and renders a warm, friendly atmosphere.

I wish to thank our citizens for contributing to making our city a wonderful place to live and raise and enjoy our most treasured gifts, that being our families and friends. Thank you to our public safety personnel, who keep us safe and are there on call when we need their assistance. We must not forget our service persons, who guard our country and sacrifice their lives in order to keep our country the nation of freedom.

The Mayor and family wish you a very fulfilling holiday season. May God bless our country and our city in the year of 2012.

Mayor Robert Taylor

Show support as you shop Editor: I would like to share some news with our community in ways to support our troops, military families and returning veterans. Our group, East County Military Families & Friends, was started by a Blue Star family in 2005 when their only child went to war in 2004. We pack boxes with letters from the community, welcome home our heroes and support one another while we wait for our loved ones to come home.

The support continues with a Peer to Peer center ready for transitional support for the whole family. As the holidays approach (should I say, are here) we are busy with our Holiday for our Troops crafters and vendors fair Dec. 10 and are providing gift wrapping for donations the entire month of December. All of these events will be held at the Somersville Towne Center Mall in Antioch.

This year there will also be a patriotic tree honoring those who serve and our military families. The public is invited to place an ornament or memento in honor of their service member. We remember you always and are waiting for your safe return.

Our organization is 100 percent volunteers and we are grateful for all of you who donate and support our organization. We will be moving into our new location at 505 Second St. in Antioch on Jan. 1, 2012. What a great way to begin the new year, continuing support for our veterans.

If I may end with this appeal to remember us as you prepare to donate to a charity: we are a 501c3 fully tax-deductible organization, and 100 percent of your donation will go to the services we provide to our veterans and military families. Please keep us in mind; we work very hard for every-

thing we receive and are very grateful.

Thank you for a wonderful year in service to our military families, troops and veterans.

Josie and Jeff Monaghan Antioch

An attitude of gratitude Editor: No mistaking me and Thanksgiving sentiments; I thoroughly admire the holiday’s message. I find it, though, a telling remark on the vagaries of life that we need a day to remind us to be thankful.

I guess that appreciation amnesia stems from nature seeking the path of least resistance. As rivers run down, not up, hill, so to moan, to complain, to whine is the more beaten path of the human condition. The less traveled attitude of gratitude seems the direction we need pointers on.

Growing up, my older stepsister, who as a child fled the Soviet occupiers of East Germany, oft posed this provocative reminder of relativity. How many of us, she asked, would willingly put all their troubles into a brown paper bag and then throw them up in the air with all our neighbors’ bags, randomly collecting what rained down? Our lot is, in truth, often better than what we credit it to be.

I offer, then, my own humble accounting: How generously I note how serious life can be; how stingily I see the ironies, remembering, after all, that since nobody gets out of this Big Tent alive, we may as well just enjoy the show. Is it so difficult to grin and bear it?

How generously I disparage our national political strife and intrinsically messy democracy; how stingily I trumpet that we’re not rioting in the streets, blowing each other up, or displaying our bloodied former leaders in refrigerated market stalls.

How generously I wake up decrying an assortment of age-related aches and pains; how stingily I praise the simple miracle of rising vertically and ambulating.

How generously I bemoan diminished reading sight; how stingily I exult not being blind, deaf or mute.

How generously I curse being a working stiff; how stingily I sing the blessings of having a job to report to; a loving family to feed; and a son at college eager to make something of himself.

How generously I sigh over lost home value; how stingily I admit that my abode would be a veritable mansion in Japan or Europe; it’s blessedly not foreclosed; and, unlike 40 percent of the world’s population, I enjoy indoor plumbing. All of this, no less, nestling in a region without snow storms or humidity stifling misery indexes.

How generously I lament Antioch’s hunger for downtown development matching Brentwood’s and Pittsburg’s; how stingily see Letters page 21A

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Falcons top California, prepare for De La Salle

by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer

As the seconds ticked away in Friday night’s playoff game between California and Freedom high schools, Falcons head coach Kevin Hartwig could only watch.

Grizzlies senior kicker Brandon Brown, who had boomed kickoffs into the end zone all night, scrambled to line up for a game-winning 30-yard field goal.

Both teams were out of time outs.

There was no more coaching left to do.

As time expired, Brown got a good foot on the kick, but it was Freedom senior lineman Justin Lee’s hand that was the deciding factor. Lee blocked the potential game-winning kick, putting an exclamation point on a 29-28 comeback victory for the Falcons in the first round of the North Coast Section playoffs.

“We just rallied together as a team in the second half,” Freedom senior Stephen Rodriguez said. “I knew we could do it.”

Rodriguez, at quarterback, proved to be the difference. Trailing 28-22 in the fourth quarter, Rodriguez hit senior wideout Jordan Sheppard for a 41-yard pass, taking the Falcons to the California 12yard line. Rodriguez called his own number for the go-ahead score, running it in for a touchdown.

An extra point by sophomore An-

thony Cantabrana gave Freedom the 2928 lead.

The win was a huge step forward for the Falcons, who felt slighted by garnering only a No. 8 seed from the NCS following a 9-1 regular season.

“We wanted our respect,” said junior receiver Darrell Daniels, recently named the Bay Valley Athletic League MVP, “and we got our respect.”

At one point before halftime, Freedom trailed the Grizzlies 21-7, and the outlook seemed bleak. The Falcons started the game disastrously, fumbling the ball on the second play from scrimmage and allowing California to rack up a quick 14-0 lead.

But in the second half, Freedom picked up momentum on the Grizzlies (74). With roughly 30 seconds remaining in the third quarter and California leading 21-13, a Grizzly punt returner fumbled in his own territory. The Falcons scooped the ball up and took it to the end zone on the first offensive play, a 44-yard run by Rodriguez.

Freedom tried to tie it up by going for the two-point conversion, but California snuffed out the Falcons’ reverse to senior receiver Jordan Sheppard.

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Deer Valley sophomore Jessica Siemens, seen here at the BVAL Championship Meet, led all league runners at the recent North Coast Section meet.

Though no Bay Valley Athletic League cross country runner will advance to the state meet in Fresno, the future looks bright for the league after a solid showing at Saturday’s North Coast Section Championship Meet.

Many of the top finishers from the BVAL still have a year or two remaining at their high schools. Heritage junior Noah Peña placed 11th in the boys race and came close to qualifying for the state meet. Peña completed the three-mile track at Hayward High in 16 minutes, 5 seconds.

The final state qualifier, seventh-place Tyler Menniti of Granada, finished at 15:56.

“For the first half mile of the race, he was amongst the top three, but as the pace picked up, he fell back into the second pack,” Patriots head coach Kevin Bain wrote in an e-mail. “The five individuals that made state were all seniors. Noah is a junior and I know, with his passion for running, he will do even better next year.”

Santa Rosa’s Michael Tomasi claimed a victory in the boys race with a time of

15:37.

After Peña, the next local finisher was Liberty senior Jesus Morales, in 20th.

Deer Valley senior Dylan Winn placed 30th. Freedom junior Joey Fajardo finished 32nd and teammate Michael Valdez, a senior, came in 42nd. The first Pittsburg runner to cross the line was senior Gabriel Rodriguez. Antioch sophomores Randy Thomas and Jorge Sandoval led the Panthers, finishing 74th and 75th.

As a team, Heritage finished 11th, Freedom 13th, Deer Valley 14th, Pittsburg 17th, Liberty 18th and Antioch 20th.

Meanwhile, in the girls race, Deer Valley sophomore Jessica Siemens followed up her BVAL meet victory with a 21st-place finish against the section’s top runners. Siemens finished in 19:28.

“She ran very well at BVAL and has run awesome all season,” Wolverines head coach Dave Bartholomew said. “She really ran up against some competition (at NCS), but she worked her heart out. There’s nothing but better to come from her.”

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Pats fall to Mustangs

by Justin Lafferty Staff Writer The Heritage High football team wasn’t about to exit the North Coast Section playoffs without a fight.

Early in the fourth quarter on Saturday, Heritage trailed Monte Vista by 28. A comeback bid fell short, however, as the Patriots were dismissed from the postseason by a 42-36 loss.

“I’m proud of the guys,” Heritage senior linebacker Jacob Catala said. “I love these guys and I’m sad that it had to end.”

For most of the game, the Mustangs (7-4) looked poised to cruise to victory. With roughly 10 minutes remaining, senior quarterback Jeff Lockie found sophomore receiver Marco Zamora for an 18-yard touchdown, giving Monte Vista a 42-14 lead. The pass was Oregonbound Lockie’s fifth score of the night.

When Heritage (5-6) got the ball back, it drove 68 yards for a touchdown – ending in an 11-yard run by junior Mason Sergent.

After the two-point conversion failed, the Patriots trailed 42-20.

After Heritage’s defense forced a threeand-out, Patriots junior quarterback Anthony Carter managed another drive, finishing with a pass to junior receiver Carson Cleverly for a 24-yard score with 2:44 remaining.

A two-point conversion sliced Monte Vista’s lead to 42-28.

“Coach was always telling us: play until the scoreboard winds down, no matter what,” said senior running back Jorel Avila, who ran for 56 yards and two touchdowns. “That’s what we did; we just played and had fun, and before you know it, we were in the game.”

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A host of Panthers try to take down Pittsburg senior fullback Fe’ao Vunipola on Saturday night. The Pirates advance to play Berkeley in the second round.

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Heritage QB Anthony Carter, seen here earlier this season, threw for 174 yards and one touchdown against Monte Vista.

Heritage recovered the onside kick and drove down to a second-and-goal situation at the 5-yard line. From there, senior receiver Kejhan Clayton took the handoff and pounded it in for a touchdown. Cleverly, the holder on placekicks, was able to turn a muffed hold into a successful two-point conversion. With just over a minute remaining, the Patriots were within striking distance, trailing 42-36.

However, when the Patriots rolled the dice again on the onside kick, luck wasn’t in their favor. The Mustangs recovered the bouncing ball, and killed the clock on runs by junior running back Zack Chang.

Pirates wash out Panthers

by Michael Dixon Correspondent The first round of the North Coast Section football playoffs gave Antioch a rare second chance. After losing to Pittsburg in the regular season finale, the Panthers were given another shot on Saturday.

While the playoff game was a lower-scoring affair than the previous one, the result was the same. Pittsburg beat Antioch 19-13, ending the Panthers’ season and advancing to a second-round playoff date against Berkeley.

“This time at Antioch is like no other,” said senior receiver Josh Oseguera. “This team represents the togetherness that the school has. Nobody knows that. I’ve never been a part of something like this.”

Antioch (6-5) scored first when a couple of senior captains connected on a 12-yard touchdown pass. Quarterback Troy Amate hit receiver Anthony Borrelli over the middle to open up a 7-0 lead. But the Panthers gave the Pirates a golden opportunity later in the quarter when a bad snap on a punt gave

Pittsburg (8-3) the ball inside of the 10-yard line. Pirates’ senior running back Mister Cotton took advantage of the mistake, scoring on a four-yard run.

A shovel pass from senior quarterback Malik Watson to senior running back Fe’ao Vunipola gave Pittsburg the 13-7 lead at halftime. The missed extra point gave the Panthers the chance to take the lead when they scored in the third quarter on a pass from Amate to senior receiver Jeremy Bittle, but Antioch missed a PAT of its own, keeping the score tied at 13.

Watson snuck in from two yards out with eight minutes to go in the final quarter to give Pittsburg the lead. Another missed PAT gave Antioch a chance to win. But the Panthers couldn’t score on their ensuing possession and were forced to punt. Pittsburg never gave them the ball back, winning 19-13.

“We played very well,” Antioch head coach John Lucido said. “Our guys responded very well to the adjustments. They played very well tonight; I’m proud of them.”

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down the field on the ensuing drive, culminating in a 31-yard touchdown pass to senior halfback Armani Washington.

A 30-yard field goal by Cantabrana put the Falcons back within striking distance, setting up Freedom for Rodriguez’s final score.

Now the Falcons face their toughest

Future from page 17A impressive runner who won’t graduate this year, finished 23rd, three seconds behind Siemens. Fellow Falcon Olivia Herrera, a sophomore, claimed 24th, and teammate Fionna Lehman came in at 29th.

Heritage freshman Ann Jellica Nubla was the first Patriot to cross the line

task all season – De La Salle. Freedom travels to Concord on Friday to take on the Spartans (9-1), who haven’t lost to a Northern California team in 222 consecutive games.

“We’ve got to play them,” Hartwig said. “Whether we play them now or play them at the Coliseum, we’ve got to play them.”

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at 39th. Antioch junior Savannah Sellers came in 55th. Senior Cora Williams from Liberty placed 60th. Pittsburg senior Crystal Keppel led the Pirates with a 67thplace finish.

Freedom finished 10th, Deer Valley 13th, Heritage 16th and Antioch 17th.

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Fall athletes chosen as BVAL’s greatest The Bay Valley Athletic League has chosen its standout athletes of the fall season that will be part of its all-league team.

Freedom junior receiver Darrell Daniels was named the league’s football MVP. So far this year, Daniels has hauled in seven touchdown passes and racked up 486 receiving yards. As a linebacker, he has made 21 tackles and one interception.

Pittsburg’s senior fullback Fe’ao Vunipola and senior linebacker Dhari CurtisWebster are the BVAL’s outstanding offensive and defensive players, respectively.

Deer Valley sophomore Jessica Siemens, who claimed a victory in the BVAL Championship, was named the girls cross country MVP. Heritage junior Noah Peña, the boys race winner at BVAL, is the boys MVP. Megan Conder, a Heritage sophomore, was named girls golf’s top athlete. Conder claimed the individual title at the league Meet of Champions in October.

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Freedom senior Nadean Hurtado, the singles champion at the BVAL Tournament, earned the tennis MVP nod.

Heritage senior libero Ashleigh Reed, who notched 312 digs this season for the Patriots, is the league’s top volleyball player.

Liberty senior Paige Lange rose above the competition to become the BVAL MVP in water polo.

In boys water polo, the top honor was shared – standout Heritgage goalie Ty Elder and Liberty’s prominent scorer JT Sarmento were both named MVPs. For the full list, visit www. thepress. net.

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Letters from page 16A I toast the Highway 4 expansion, beckoning eBART and ferry, new marina ramp, and A and L Street remakes.

How generously I focus on blight; how stingily I acknowledge that we sit on the Delta, boasting gorgeous parks, a handsome community center and golf course event center, career-themed schools and an hour or so proximity in any direction to world-class cities and stunningly gorgeous recreational areas.

How generously I dwell on crime; how stingily I note that America’s crime rate is the lowest since 1968 and that Antioch went down last year 16 per cent in violent crime and on all indices except burglary.

Surely, brothers and sisters, we all have untold presents. Is the arithmetic too hard to take a few of the 86,400 seconds gifted us in a day to count our blessings? Thanksgiving, after all, is not just the last Thursday in November. It is a state of mind.

In the grand scheme of things, Meister Eckhart seemed to have had it right: “If the only prayer you said in your whole life was ‘thank you,’ that would suffice.”

Walter Ruehlig Antioch

Save senior care Editor: Imagine waking up with your left side paralyzed. You’d probably be devastated – who wouldn’t be just like anyone else with a distinguished disability in-born or brought on?

Our country sometimes forgets and tends to neglect the weak or the ones who are not loud enough to speak up for their rights, or are unable to. Such are our elderly/seniors, and it’s very unfair. They’ve done their share to make our country what it is today. Why take away or cut back some of the beneficial things that are left to them now?

I am writing this in hopes I can make people aware of the cutbacks that have happened and are happening now to our seniors, by providing my story. Before I begin, our country isn’t good right now, I understand, though I think we can find alternative, more positive ways around this recession, instead of targeting our disabled, since they have had numerous cutbacks already.

My grandma is 73 years old and had a stroke 12 years ago; she must have assistance with her daily routine due to her left side being paralyzed, and is happily able to still live on her own. She goes to an adult day care with another 60 other seniors who have similar disabilities.

Now I don’t know if you have ever been in a group of people with the same qualities, similarities, lives, but it can really bring a person hope and conformability in getting through. Also a weight or break off your loved ones shoulders for a while. At these centers, or at least the ones that are left, they provide entertainment such as dancing (you can only imagine how cute they must look), in-group and individual therapy, entertainment, socialization, daily meals, and a nurse abroad. Wouldn’t you want your mom, dad and grandparents, etc. taken care of like this, to be able to enjoy themselves at least two to three days out of the week?

Honestly, we are all going to get old and are going to need assistance one day to some degree; your independence will slightly turn

into dependence, just like the cycle of life. I am speaking out to generations ahead. We all have something in mind of what our retirement or senior days will look like, but this is the here and now.

The adult day care is scheduled to be taken away in December of 2011 due to budget cutbacks. This is going to put so many seniors and families in anonymous situations of what to do next. Senior care is always going to be a must, so let’s make sure some of it will be left in our days to come, because we don’t know what our future holds.

Please hear my words, and help take a stand by keeping this in mind and making yourselves and others aware of this.

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Future looks bright for spring players

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eer Valley senior pitcher Ricky Delgado, pictured with father Rick, mother Annmarie and sister Annie, recently signed his letter of intent to attend one of the country’s premier baseball schools – Cal State Fullerton. The hard-throwing Delgado went 5-2 last season, chalking up one save, a team-high 58 strikeouts and a 2.50 earned run average. Several colleges expressed interest in Delgado, but he chose to become a Titan because of the school’s storied history on the diamond.

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reedom senior third baseman Brianna Simpson will continue her softball career at Texas Southern University. Simpson, seen with her father and mother, Greg and Tracy Pitts, signed her letter of intent to become a Tiger on Monday. She hit .405 for the Falcons last season and swiped 12 bases. Simpson chose TSU because of its softball team and its excellent criminal justice program.

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East County Pee Wee Lions ready for Turkey Bowl The East County Pee Wee Lions continued their dominating ways, beating the No. 3 seeded West County Spartans 33-0 and advancing to the 2011 Diablo Valley Youth Football Conference Turkey Bowl. It was the Lions’ second consecutive playoff shutout.

The Lions got things started on the opening kickoff, as Ronnie Rivers returned it for a touchdown, but a penalty on the Lions put the ball on the 5yard line. Baylei Coston ran it in from there to put the Lions ahead 6-0. Abel Ordaz ran in the extra point to make it 7-0.

On West County’s first possession,

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defensive tackle Branden Macahilig pressured the Spartans quarterback and Michael Tapia intercepted the ball, returning it to the 10-yard-line.

From there, Ordaz connected with Coston on a 10-yard touchdown pass to put the Lions up 13-0. On the ensuing kickoff, the Lions stripped the ball

from the Spartans’ return man and recovered the fumble.

Rivers scored from 46 yards out and the rout was on. Rivers also ran for a 59-yard touchdown and flashed a 70yard punt return for another score. Defensively, the Lions blew up everything the Spartans tried to do. The defensive line, led by Devin Walden, Richie Kabasinskas, Michael Puckett and Macahilig blew through the Spartans line and made play after play.

The Lions now take on the No. 1 seeded Clayton Valley Eagles for the conference championship on Saturday.

– Contributed by Ingrid Gregerson

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he Brentwood Oakley Youth Football Jr. Pee Wee team defeated the Southwest Washington Jets 22-6 in Gilroy to win the Pop Warner Northwest Regional Championship. The Falcons advance to the Best of the West Championship in Temecula this weekend against the San Marcos Cavaliers.

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Decorations go frugal and festive SAMIE HARTLEY

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t’s hard to believe, but it’s time once again to deck the halls and welcome another holiday

season with twinkling lights and An assortment ornaments in a decorative bowl makes an easy and inexpensive centerpiece for your holiday table.

boughs of holly.

But transforming your home into a festive winter wonderland needn’t be expensive. Chances are you already have all you need to make the season merry and bright. The problem is you’ve been using the same decorations for years and your style has gone from traditional to typical.

With a few creative touches, however, you can transform your home with simple, economical decorating options.

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Christmas bulbs

Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukah or Kwanza, Christmas bulbs can be used in your home to bring a fun, festive touch to your décor – and you don’t even need a tree. You can get a variety of 100-bulb ornaments at Home Depot for ON THE COVER: A pair of visitors enjoy the decorations at Glenda and Neil Cohn’s home during last year’s EducationWins Holiday Home Tour. This year’s event will be held Saturday, Dec. 3.

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$35. Try arranging a variety of bulbs in a large votive as a centerpiece. Or set some candles of varying heights and widths on a tray and fill in the remaining space with tiny, shiny bulbs. How about gathering up your candlestick holders and resting bulbs upside down in the grooves? Shiny bulbs will reflect the lights but won’t set

your sleeve on fire when you reach for the sweet potatoes. And if one should fall and break – no worries. You have 99 more.

Ribbon

Chances are you already have an arsenal of ribbon at your disposal, but if you don’t, Michael’s art and craft store sells

a 20-yard spool of ribbon for about $10.

Michael’s also stocks a library of colors, fabrics, widths and designs to choose from.

Transform your throw pillows by wrapping them in a ribbon-made bow. Use ribbon to dress up a white candle or tie bows see Decorations page 10B

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Sounds like a gag gift, but it’s actually a quick-selling

bit of holiday décor at local hardware stores this year.

“We have a lot of hunters, outdoorsy types out in the area,” said Dorene Hewins, a supervisor at Brentwood Ace Hardware on Brentwood Boulevard, where she’s worked

for the past five years. “It’s a neat little gift to decorate the house with.”

The sticker price hovers around $75 but that’s a small sum to pay compared to what some locals spend to spruce up their homes for Christmas. According to Hewins, tabs for holiday decorations range from $100 or less to upward of $1,000, depending on the size of the home and budget.

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But one thing a lot of folks are snatching up in a hurry this year: LED holiday lights.

They’re pricier, sure, but they’re also longer lasting and more energy efficient than their incandescent counterparts.

ACE has offered them for a few years now, but this is the first season some sets have come with replacement bulbs, Hewins noted.

Target, Home Depot, Kohl’s and Lowe’s also sell them.

The LED lights come in styles such as snowflakes, icicles, multicolored and, of course, plain white. Since the LEDs shine so brightly, the white lights give off a blueish tint. “Think of the headlights on some newer cars,” Hewins said. “That’s kind of what these look like.”

If that blue-white glow isn’t your thing, Hewins suggests sticking to the colored LED lights, which the packaging says saves 75 percent more electricity. Otherwise, grab a box of incandescent – those have a pretty decent lifespan if you pack them carefully.

But the most popular items this year aside from the staples – lights, hangers and power cords – are eye-catching gems like a sparkly faux mistletoe sprig fastened to a fist-sized crystal.

“These are selling like hotcakes,” Hewins said. “And they’re beautiful. They come with a little tag that tells the mistletoe story.” They cost about $14 each and can hang from a tree, an entryway or anywhere else in the house.

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At Target, Kohl’s and other area chains, fake pine trees are a big seller despite their higher price. That’s true at ACE, too, Hewins said: “I think people are investing more in this because it pays off in the long run. Not just for the tree but for other decorations – people want stuff they can re-use next year.”

In her own house, Hewins displays her mini holiday village annually. Other long-lasting trimmings good for more than one use include window stickers, lit-up reindeer lawn ornaments, blow-up Santas and snowman-shaped poinsettia stands.

“People are buying a lot of durable items because they know they can use it again,” Hewins said. “I leave some of mine up all year.”

As the economy picks up, Hewins has noticed an increase in spending for decking the halls, the eaves, the trees and banisters. A few local stores say the same – that they expect people to spend more this year compared to 2009 and 2010, when the nation was in the thick of a credit crisis.

“It’s getting back to normal,” Hewins agreed.

To kick-start the season, ACE will host holiday parties in which customers can take 20 percent off all purchases from 5 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 1 at the Brentwood, Antioch, Pittsburg and Oakley branches. The event includes visits from Santa Claus, refreshments and games for the kids.

“It’s a great way to get some ideas, advice and a little help shopping for your decorations,” Hewins said. “It’s a lot of fun.”

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By the time the Festival of Trees lights up the Shadow Lakes Event Center on Friday, Dec. 2, organizers Mary Black and Nancy Torres expect the inaugural affair to have surpassed even their ambitious expectations.

“The excitement for this just continues to grow,” said Black. “And we are so encouraged by the response. People are doing some fabulous things with their trees. It’s going to be a wonderful event.”

Running three days and highlighting four special events – including a Gala Dinner and Silent Auction, Teddy Bear Breakfast, Sparkling Wines and Twinkling Trees open house and Brunch Among the Trees – all proceeds from the Festival of Trees will benefit local nonprofit and service organizations.

More than 30 decorated trees of varying sizes, shapes and themes will flank the perimeters of the Shadow Lakes Event Center. Themes include Home for the Holidays, I’m Dreaming of a Wine Christmas, An Old-Fashioned Victorian Christmas and Winter World of Sports.

Placed first on display, the trees will later be made available for purchase through a silent auction. Holiday wreaths, centerpieces and mantelpiece items will also be available for purchase. And throughout the three days, the public can enjoy the trees and holiday items during specified viewing hours.

“There are going to be a range of trees for just about everyone,” said Black. “There are tall ones and short trees,

elaborate designs and whimsical ones. People are really finding their niche with this and coming up with some amazing decorations.”

Live entertainment will also be provided throughout the festival, including the Brentwood Burnished Brass, Delta Jazz Trio, Elegant Touch of Strings, harpist Renee Roberge-Anderson and the Brentwood Community Flute Choir. University of the Pacific Conservatory music students Alivia Logan and Johann Axel Schram Reed will be performing, as will local musicians Susan Stuart, Dorothy Strauch and Laura Carreon.

Tickets for the open hours are $10 and available at the door or online at www.brentwoodfestivaloftrees.org. Open hours are Friday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 3 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 4 from noon to 6 p.m.

Tickets for the special festival events must be purchased in advance. Admission includes the Gala Auction on Friday, Dec. 2 from 6:30 to 10 p.m.; Teddy Bear Breakfast on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 9 to 10:30 a.m.; Sparkling Wines and Twinkling Trees on Saturday, Dec. 3 from 7 to 9 p.m.; and Brunch Among the Trees on Sunday, Dec. 4 from 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Tickets are also available at the following locations: The Brentwood Press, 110º Magazine, Co. Co. County Wine Company, MJ’s, Shadow Lakes Golf Club & Event Center, and at each of the Summerset clubhouses. For more information, call 925-206-5087 or 925-584-6311.

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Peggy Valley and husband Jay McLaughlin have already decorated their Discovery Bay home, which will be part of next weekend’s EducationWins Holiday Home Tour.

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Backpacks

Although toys and games typically top children’s wish lists, practical gifts can be fun when personalized just for them.

Embroidered animal backpacks personalized with a child’s name are a fun way to carry school books and can double as an overnight bag when visiting Grandma.

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“We have a very loyal customer base,” she said. “Even when they move out of the area, they call and order their nuts from us.”

In addition to the regulars, the ranch enjoys a steady stream of new visitors. “We’re grateful

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Decorations from page 2B around banisters or chairs. If you need to go to Michael’s to buy ribbon, look for a Styrofoam wreath while you’re there. Wrap the wreath in a variety of ribbons to make a festive collage of colors. You can also use ribbon to hang ornament bulbs from the center of an idle ceiling fan or suspend the bulbs with ribbon at the window to add a splash of color.

Gift bows

Gift bows are the gifts that keep on giving. How many times did your mother tell you to save the bow when unwrapping gifts? Those bows have been used over and over again, year after year.

Maybe it’s time for one last hurrah for these gift toppers. Take a paper plate and cut out the center. Add glue to the backs of the bows and stick them around the border to make a wreath of bows. This wreath can also be used as a centerpiece if you place a candle in the center. You can also decorate a Styrofoam cone in bows to make a fun holiday tree. If for some reason you’re out of bows and need

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new ones, you can grab a few bags at a party store or you can get a steal at the Dollar Tree.

Candy

Fill martini glasses or a vase with colorful holiday candies such as M&Ms, or use foil-wrapped candies in a deep candleholder instead of marbles or sand. These candies can also be used in a vase to keep a faux floral arrangement in place. Even a festive bowl filled with silver-wrapped chocolate kisses can add a touch of class, and you get to eat your centerpiece when you’re done.

Paper

When all else fails, go with a classic.

Take used printer paper, fold in half and repeat the folding two more times. Then cut out the corners and chunks of the paper. When you’re done, open the paper to unveil a snowflake pattern. Dust it with glitter or silver or gold spray paint. These snowflakes can dress up a wall or window or work as a doily for your end table.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File #0007472-00 The name of the business (es): the Art Bus Located at: 1291 Babcock Ct In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1) Allison Quaintance 1291 Babcock Ct Brentwood, CA 94513 2) Steve Donaldson 3968 South Coral Ct 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 N/A. Signature of registrant: Allison K. Quaintance This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 11/14/11 By H. Franklin, Deputy Expires 11/14/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish: November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006810- 00 The name of the business (es): Cheetahs Track Club, East County Cheetahs Located at: 1840 Taylor Road In: Bethel Is, CA 94511, Mailing: Post Office Box 1161, Bethel Is, CA 94511 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Cris Houston and Charlotte Sneed 1840 Taylor Rd, Bethel Is, CA 94511. This business is conducted by: an Unincorporated Association-other than a Partnership. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/19/2011.

Signature of registrant: Cris Houston.

This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 12, 2011 H. Franklin, Deputy Expires 10/12/2016. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 11, 14, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007432-00 The name of the business (es): Garman Recycling Located at: 1887 St. Michaels Way, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Juan Carlos Garrido 1887 St. Michaels 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 10-111. Signature of registrant: Juan Carlos Garrido. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: NOV 09, 2011 by Lisa Woods, Deputy Expires 11-09-16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F0007313- 00 The name of the business (es): Dolce Vita Treats Located at: 3101 Balfour Rd., Suite F In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Mailing: 3693 Otter Brook Loop, Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lisa Santos 3693 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: Lisa M. Santos. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: NOV 04, 2011 By P. Cornelius, Deputy Expires 11/4/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 11,18, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006873- 00 The name of the business (es): Glamour Girl Jewelry & Sports Jewelry Located at: 5561 Lanai Court In: Discovery Bay, CA, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): White Sage LLC 5561 Lanai Ct, Discovery Bay, CA. This business is conducted by: a Limted Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Debbie Read, Manager This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: Oct 14, 2011

By T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 10/14/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007022- 00 The name of the business (es): 1)Piano and Voice, 2)Voice and Piano, 3)Piano-NVoice, 4)Voice-n-Piano Located at: 1904 Sofia Ct In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Senya Borrelli and Steve Borrelli 1904 Sofia 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 N/A. Signature of registrant: Senya Borrelli. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: OCT 21, 2011 by Joseph Barton, Deputy Expires 10/21/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007008- 00 The name of the business (es): Erase My Ticket Quicker Located at: 120 Knightsbridge Court In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Contra Costa, Mailing: P.O. Box 257, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Erase My Ticket of California LLC, 120 Knightsbridge Ct, Brentwood, CA 94513. 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 3/1/2006. Signature of registrant: Douglas W Lamar President/CEO This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 10/20/11 By Joseph Barton, Deputy Expires 10/20/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006918- 00 The name of the business (es): Lucky 7 Photo Located at: 345 Oleander Street In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Douglas D. Wyrick 345 Oleander Street, 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: Douglas Wyrick. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: Oct 17, 2011 By P. Cornelius, Deputy Expires 10/17/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006958- 00 The name of the business (es): Lads Consulting Service LLC Located at:5442 Gold Creek Circle, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lads Consulting Service LLC 5442 Gold Creek Circle, Discovery Bay, CA 94505. This business is conducted by: a Limited Liability Co. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Laurie DanielSmith, manager. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 18, 2011

By L. Derrick, Deputy Expires 10/18/16.

Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007055- 00 The name of the business (es): 1. Lonetree Glass Co, 2. Lonetree Glass and Shower Co, 3. Orinda Glass Company, 4. Orinda Glass & Shower Company, 5. Moraga Glass Company, 6. Moraga Glass and Shower Company Located at: 3469 Mt Diablo Blvd In: Lafayette, CA, 94549, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Lafayette Glass Co Inc 3469 Mt Diablo Blvd Lafayette, Ca 94549 This business is conducted by: a Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on . Signature of registrant: Deanna Connor. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 24, 2011 By L. Derrick, Elizabeth Gutierrez Deputy Expires 10/24/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007209- 00 The name of the business (es): DEEPLINE GROUP Located at: 1525 Rampart Way In: Brentwood, CA, 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Nnamdi Onwuzulike 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 10/31/2011.

Signature of registrant: Nnamdi Onwuzulike. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 31, 2011 By Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires 10/31/16.

Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 11,18, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007399- 00. The name of the business (es): ALADINO’S PIZZA BRENTWOOD Located at: 4411 Balfour Road Ste A In: Brentwood, CA, 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Hardev Singh and Gurvinder Kaur 2418 Tamalpais Ct., Brentwood, CA 94513. This business is conducted by: Co-Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: HARDEV SINGH This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: NOV 08, 2011 by D. Acuff, Deputy Expires 11/8/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006674- 00 The name of the business (es): The Glamour Zone Factory Located at: 2829 Azalea Ct, Antioch, CA 94531 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1.Nadirah Aldaylam 2829 Azalea Ct, Antioch, CA 94531 and 2.Shauna Crawford 791 Sageleaf Ct, Hayward, CA 94544. 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: Nadirah Aldaylam. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 06, 2011 By Lisa Woods, Deputy Expires 10/06/16 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007585- 00 The name of the business (es): CHINA GARDEN RESTAURANT Located at: 8610 Brentwood Blvd. #G In: Brentwood, CA, 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Ya Ling Liang 327 E. Jefferson St., Stockton, CA 95206 and 2. Xiang Yang Wu 5343 Lyle Ave., Stockton, CA 95210. This business is conducted by: Co- Partners. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/17/11. Signature of registrant: Ya Ling Liang, Xiang y Wu. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: NOV 17, 2011 by Joseph Barton, Deputy, Expires 11/17/16. Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007024- 00 The name of the business (es): WEST COAST WHIPS Located at: 1669 Willow Lake Road In: Discovery Bay, CA, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Johnathon Parker 1985 Edgeview Dr 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 . Signature of registrant: John Parker. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 21, 2011

by Jaime Parangan, Deputy Expires 10/21/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9 and16, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007053- 00 The name of the business (es): Floor Tech’s Located at: 1564 Willow lake rd In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David Edward Mosier1564 Willow lake 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 . Signature of registrant: Dvid Mosier This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 24, 2011 Jaime Parangan, Deputy Expires 10/24/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007174- 00 The name of the business (es): Provan Excavating & Drilling Located at: 8476 Byron Hwy, Knightsen, CA 94548 Mailing: P.O. Box 348, Knightsen, CA 94548 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David M. Provan and Stefani Provan 8476 Byron Hwy, 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 10/28/2011. Signature of registrant: Stefani Provan. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 28, 2011By Joseph Barton, Deputy Expires 10/28/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007547- 00 The name of the business (es): 1.) MICROBREW MUSIC, 2.) MICROBREW RECORDS Located at: 3130 Balfour Road, Ste D. #204 In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): anthony Frye 3089 Shiles Loop, 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 11/15/11.

Signature of registrant: Anthony Frye.

This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: NOV 16, 2011 by Lisa Woods, Deputy Expires 11/16/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007611- 00 The name of the business (es): Discovery Bay Volleyball Club Located at: 4054 Pier Pt. In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Leslie Ann Dixon 4054 Pier Pt. 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 11/16/11. Signature of registrant: Leslie Dixon. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: NOV 18, 2011 by Elizabeth Gutierrez, Deputy Expires 11/18/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 2011.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Disco Bay Auto & Boat Detailing at: 6330 Brentwood Blvd., In: Brentwood, CA, 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on Feb 22, 2011 under file number F-0001251-00. Jim E. Lagasca, 4231 Orwood Road Brentwood, CA 94513. This business was conducted by: an Individual Signature of registrant: Jim E. Lagasca This statement was filed with the S.L.Weir, County Clerk, Contra Costa County by c Dias, Deputy on: NOV 04, 2011 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Hao-Wei Liu SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Hao-Wei Liu FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1814 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Hao-Wei Liu filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Hao-Wei Liu to Proposed Name: Howard HaoWei Liu 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: 1/12/12 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: 11/10/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007200- 00 The name of the business (es): LAWNMASTER Located at: 50 Jubilee Place In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): David Hawkridge 50 Jubilee Place, 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 6/17/09. Signature of registrant: David Hawkridge. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 31, 2011 By L. Barajas, Deputy Expires 10/31/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007550- 00 The name of the business (es): Joseph C. Borges Trucking Located at: 3130 Byer Rd In: Byron, CA, 94514, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Joseph C Borges and Patricia Borges 3130 Byer Rd Byron, CA 94514. 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: Joseph C Borges This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: NOV 16, 2011 By B. Basch, Deputy Expires 11/16/16 Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007239- 00 The name of the business (es): True Visions Located at: 5341 Emerald Ct In: Discovery Bay, CA, 94505, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Donald LaFlamme 5341 Emerald Ct, 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: Donald LaFlamme. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: NOV 01, 2011 by Jaime Parangan, Deputy, Expires 11/1/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006865- 00 The name of the business (es): Hip Hop Smoke Shop Located at: 2427 Macdonald Ave. In: Richmond, CA 94804 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Ahmed Alzanbaai 2601 Hilltop Dr Richmond, CA 94806. 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: Ahmed Alzanbaai This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 14, 2011 By H. Franklin, Deputy Expires 11/14/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006976- 00 The name of the business (es): Delta Bay Dental Group Located at: 2201 Balfour Rd, Ste D In: Brentwood, Ca, 94513, Contra Costa Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Tane Rontal, DDS, Inc 901 Augusta Dr. 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 7/21/11. Signature of registrant: Tane Rontal / President This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 10/19/11 By T. Ragsdale, Deputy Expires 10/19/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006893- 00 The name of the business (es): S&S Recovery Services Located at: 612 Rainier Street, Brentwood, CA 94513 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kevin R. Smith 612 Rainier Street, 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: Kevin R. Smith. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 17, 2011 By Joseph Barton, Deputy Expires 10/17/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Patricia Gail Chesler aka P Gail Chesler SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Patricia Gail Chesler aka P Gail Chesler FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1716 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Patricia Gail Chesler aka P Gail Chesler filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Patricia Gail Chesler aka P Gail Chesler to Proposed Name: P Gail Chesler 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: 12-13-11 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: 11/4/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007188- 00 The name of the business (es): All American Trucking Located at: 4384 Sandmound Blvd, Oakley, CA 94561 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): M.Kathryn All and Guy M. All. This business is conducted by: Husband and Wife. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/26/11. Signature of registrant: M. Kathryn All, Owner. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 28, 2011

By Jaime Parangan, Deputy Expires 10/26/11 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007168- 00 The name of the business (es): CX WARRIOR WEAR Located at: 330 W. Ruby St., In: Oakley, CA 94561, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Theodore (Ted) Paul Bell, 330 W. Ruby St., 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 10/28/2011. Signature of registrant: Ted Bell. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 28, 2011

by Jaime Parangan, Deputy Expires 10/28/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273, Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 2011.

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following person(s) has abandoned the use of the fictitious business name Aladino’s Pizza Inc #6 at: 4411-A Balfour Rd. In: Brentwood, CA, 94513 The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Contra Costa County on May 19, 2008 under file number F0003811-00 1). Aladino’s Pizza, Inc, 4411A Balfour Rd., Brentwood, CA 94513 . This business was conducted by: a Corporation Signature of registrant: Susie Shipley, secratary This statement was filed with The County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 10/26/11 By: S.L. Weir, Deputy Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 4,11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007172- 00 The name of the business (es): BEAUTY MARKS BY KRISTINE Located at: 2233 Hampshire Drive In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Kristine Lopez 2233 Hampshire Dr., 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: Kristine Lopez. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: OCT 28, 2011 By jaime parangan, Deputy Expires 10/28/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 4, 11,18, 25, 2011.

NOTICE OF LIEN SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the undersigned intends to sell the personal property described below to enforce a lien imposed on said property pursuant to Sections 21700 21716 of the Business & Professions Code, Section 2328 of the UCC, Section 535 of the Penal Code and provisions of the Civil Code. The undersigned will sell at public sale by competitive bidding on December 9, 2011 at 11:00 A.M. Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, appliances, & stereo equipment, Paint Sprayer, ladders, Chop saws, Contractor Power Tools, Carpet, VCR’s, Exercise Equipment, Compact Discs, Christmas Decorations, and or other general household and small business items located at: ACORN SELF STORAGE LLC, 5205 RAILROAD AVE., PITTSBURG, CA 94565 (925) 432-3200 NAME 1. Mara Cardona 2. Telara Caves 3. Christina (Tina) Fitzgerald 4. Matthew Vick Dates Published: 11/25/11 and 12/02/11 J. Michael’s Auctions, Bond # 183-62-32 (916) 776-4202 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No: H530697 CA Unit Code: H Loan No: 0031249212/PRESSLER Investor No: 0001345517 Min No: 10013770000083648-5 AP #1: 066-189- 013 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/or the cashier’s, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: KURT PRESSLER, DENISE PRESSLER Recorded June 30, 2006 as Instr. No. 2006-0207127- 00 in Book --- Page --of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice

of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded August 16, 2011 as Instr.

No. 2011-164171 in Book --- Page -- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County CALIFORNIA. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED JUNE 28, 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. 112 - 118 WEST 10TH STREET, ANTIOCH, CA 94509 “(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or correctness).”

Said Sale of property will be made in “as is” condition 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 as in said note provided, advances, if any, 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. Said sale will be held on: DECEMBER 9, 2011, AT 1:30 P.M. *AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) MARTINEZ, CA At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $549,999.69. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: 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; 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 monies paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: November 14, 2011 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC. as said Trustee, as Authorized Agent for the Beneficiary KIMBERLY THORNE, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 1820 E. FIRST ST., SUITE 210, P.O. BOX 11988 SANTA ANA, CA 927111988 The Beneficiary may be attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose.

If available , the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (714) 480-5690 or you may access sales information at www.tacforeclosures.com. TAC# 949244 PUB: 11/18/11, 11/25/11, 12/02/11 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

tion, 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: 11/16/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# 4116710 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0075032 Title Order No. 110060697 Investor/Insurer No. 11735394 APN No. 035-740- 055-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/23/2006. 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 LUZ NARVAEZ, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 10/23/2006 and recorded 11/2/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0353175-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/09/2011 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: 411 BAYVIEW 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. 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 $483,475.18. 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’’ condi-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-438274-TC Order #: 5313734 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/17/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): KELLY DAM, A MARRIED WOMAN, AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 3/25/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0099919- 00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/29/2011 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: $340,445.95 The purported property address is: 2137 BEDROCK WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 053- 550-019-3 053-550-019 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: 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 Ext. 3704 ________ ___________________- ___________ _____________ 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 #0016403 11/25/2011 12/2/2011 12/9/2011 Antioch Press 06-1617 Publish Dates November 25, December 2, 9, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007141- 00 The name of the business (es): Menchies Located at: 2530 Sand Creek Rd B2 In: Brentwood, CA, 94513, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Growe Inc 2530 Sand Creek Rd B2, 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 N/A. Signature of registrant: Susan Rowe-Gralnick, President.

This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: OCT 27, 2011 By J. Odegaard, Deputy Expires 10/27/16. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2011.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 9551-0063 TSG Order No.: 110395659-CA-LMI A.P.N.: 010-500-0095 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/19/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 01/28/2005 as Document Number 2005- 0031818-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: Robert Raymond Thornton, a married man, as Trustor, World Savings Bank, FSB, its successors and/or assignees as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: December 8, 2011 at 01:30 PM Sale Location: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse, 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 597 Toscanna CT, 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 made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, towit: $514,226.97 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. The Declaration pursuant to California Civil Code, Section 2923.5(a) was fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded on 08/10/2011 NBS Default Services 301 E. Ocean Blvd. Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 800-766-7751 For Sale Information Contact: RSVP (925) 603-7342 Trustee 11/11/11 “We are attempting to collect a debt, and any information we obtain will be used for that purpose.” (RSVP# 279901, 11/18/11, 11/25/11, 12/02/11 Brentwood Press 02-1273 Publish Dates November 18, 25, December 2, 2011

ten request to Bank of America, N.A. 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- 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 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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ity Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 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 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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Trustor(s): BILL MUNOZ AND AISSA M. TOLEDO-BOSCAN, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 12/29/2006 as Instrument No. 20060415091-00 in book xxx , page xxx and re- recorded on 1/23/2007 as Instrument Number 2007- 0020646-00, in Book xxx, Page xxx and re-recorded on 1/23/2007 as Instrument Number 2007- 002064600, in Book xxx, Page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2011 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: $365,001.73 The purported property address is: 1432 LILAC LANE ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 074- 332-003-8 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: 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 Ext. 3704 ______________________ _____- ________________________ 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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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0055321 Title Order No. 11-0046059 Investor/Insurer No. 1698784140 APN No. 034- 290-047-9 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 06/10/2005. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ORLANDO G. CASTRENCE AND KRISTINA M. CASTRENCE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, dated 06/10/2005 and recorded 6/16/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0218770-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/13/2011 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: 713 FRAZIER 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. 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 $360,243.65. 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: 10/12/2011 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# FNMA4134138 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Ext. 3704 ___________ ________________- ____________ ____________ 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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cation 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 866-450- 3172 Ext. 3704 ___________ ________________- ____________ ____________ 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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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-464545-LL Order #: 110398398-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/5/2008. 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 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): WAYNE E. BURGESS AND KAREN L. BURGESS, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 3/13/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0054370- 00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/16/2011 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: $353,593.26 The purported property address is: 2621 POINT LOBOS CT ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 053-112- 013-7 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 writ-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-460080-LL Order #: 910343 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/24/2008. 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 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): ALLAN EU Recorded: 7/10/2008 as Instrument No. 20080153364- 00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2011 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: $177,345.43 The purported property address is: 1680 JUBILEE DR BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. 019- 270074 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, N.A. 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: Qual-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S No. 1331381-13 APN: 065- 082-012-9 TRA: 01-135 LOAN NO: Xxxxxx7737 REF: Hofer, Juanita C IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED July 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. On December 01, 2011, at 1:30pm, Cal-Western Reconveyance Corporation, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded August 03, 2006, as Inst.

No. 2006-0246229-00 in book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, executed by Juanita C Hofer, An Unmarried Woman, will sell at public auction to highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank 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: 221 E. 13th Street Antioch CA 94509 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: $340,244.74. 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: October 28, 2011.

(R-396005 11/11/11, 11/18/11, 11/25/11) Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-461022-LL Order #: 110372616-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 12/19/2006. 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.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0067057 Title Order No. 110053902 Investor/Insurer No. 155721348 APN No. 032-201- 019-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/17/2007. 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 LARRY SWIFT, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 01/17/2007 and recorded 1/30/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0029249-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/02/2011 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: 4944 SANDMOUND BLVD, OAKLEY, CA, 945615022. 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 $316,610.16. 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: 11/05/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# 4109578 11/11/2011, 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-459838-LL Order #: 908898 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/14/2007. 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): HUGO REED AN UNMARRIED MAN AND MERCY CLARK, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded: 8/22/2007 as Instrument No. 20070240290-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2011 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: $417,567.72 The purported property address is: 2948 PALO VERDE WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 076-161-001-3 The undersigned Trustee disclaims

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Victor Hugo Matienzo SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Victor Hugo Matienzo FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1705 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner: Victor Hugo Matienzo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Victor Hugo Matienzo to Proposed Name: Victor Hugo Reyes 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: 12/23/11 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: 10/26/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-460473-AL Order #: 110367892-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 2/23/2005. 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): JAMES W. HARROLD AND CAROLINE S. HARROLD, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 3/1/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0067855-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/9/2011 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: $277,543.04 The purported property address is: 1595 REGENT DR BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 Assessor’s Parcel No. 010- 630-045-2 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 lo-

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Rosalinde S. Cook SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Rosalinde S. Cook FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1741 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Rosalinde S. Cook filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Gavin James Cook - Pugh to Proposed Name: Gavin James Cook Whisenton 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: 1/5/12 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 b.

Other (specify): Petitioner is to bring the minor’s birth certificate to the hearing.

Farther named on the birth certificate is to be personally served. Date: 10/28/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02- 1273 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0006940- 00 The name of the business (es): La Boulange de Walnut Creek Located at: 1348 Broadway Plaza, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Mailing: 2325 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94115 Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Bay Bread LLC 2325 Pine Street, San Francisco, CA 94115. 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 NA. Signature of registrant: Jean- Pierre Lachance, CFO & Secretary This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk Of Contra Costa County on: 10/18/11

By Jaime Parangan, Deputy Expires 10/18/16 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 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 12/09/11 @ 10:00 A.M. personal property including but not limited to: luggage, office equipment, power tools, construction saws, TV’s, scooters, electric toy car, rocking chairs, computer and stereo equipment, exercise equipment, refrigerator, washer, dryer, fishing poles, bar stools, curio cabinets, and truck bed cover. &/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. Valerie Balanza 2. Ronald H. Evans 3. Brandon Dumlao 4. Vanessa McGaugh 5. Alisa Mixon 6. Phyllis Graham 7. Micaela McCarty 8. Rich Schoppmeyer Dates Published: 11/25/11 and 12/02/11.

J. Michael’s Auctions, Bond #183-62-32 (916)776-4202 Brentwood Press No. 021273 Publish dates: November 25 and December 2, 2011.

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No GM-256814-C Loan No 0601679532 Insurer No. 1702284292 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/07/2006. 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. The sale will be made; but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: CHARLES EDWARD POWERS AND HIROKO POWERS, HUSBAND & WIFE/JOINT TENANTS Recorded 10/18/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0330612- 00 in Book XX, page XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 12/13/2011 at 10:00 A.M. Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Property Address is purported to be: 670 MOCKINGBIRD LANE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN#: 033- 290-018-2 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $268,625.77, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Date: 11/09/2011 Executive Trustee Services, LLC dba ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, CA 91504-3120 Sale Line: 714-730- 2727 lleanna Petersen, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# FNMA4123653 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (N˙mero del Caso): FCM113073 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): DOUGLAS B. WHITE, LISA WHITE aka LISA THOMAS- WHITE aka LISA N. GOODMAN aka CISA N. WHITE AND DOES 1 TO 5 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO EST’c1 DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): KELKRIS ASSOCIATES, INC. DBA CREDIT BUREAU ASSOCIATES 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, 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 dÌas, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versiÛn. Lea la informaciÛn a continuaciÛn. Tiene 30 D’cdAS DE CALENDARIO despuÈs de que le entreguen esta citaciÛn 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 telefÛnica 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 m·s informaciÛn 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 m·s cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentaciÛn, pida al secretario de la corte que le dÈ un formulario de exenciÛn de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podr· quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin m·s 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 remisiÛn 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 poniÈndose 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 recuperaciÛn de $10,000 Û m·s de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesiÛn 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 direcciÛn de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 600 UNION AVENUE, SECOND FLOOR FAIRFIELD, CA 94533 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la direcciÛn y el n˙mero de telÈfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Terry A. Duree, Esq. SB#61008 Terry A. Duree, Inc. 622 Jackson ST Fairfield, CA 94533 DATE (Fecha): MAR-3 2010 Clerk, by (Secretario): A.LOFGRAN, Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served 1. As an individual defendant. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011.

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): L11-01339NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): JAVIER MARTOS, an individual; and DOES I through XXX, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): SAFEAMERICA CREDIT UNION, a State Chartered Credit Union, 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, 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 grava-

men 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 OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, LIMITED CIVIL DIVISION, 725 Court Street, P.O. Box 911, Martinez, CA 94553The 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): THOMAS CAUDILL, ESQ., (SBN: 111412), 1025 North Fourth Street, San Jose, CA 95112-4942; Fax No.: (408) 298-5148 Phone No.: (408) 298-4844DATE (Fecha): Jan 20, 2011by L. Mitra, Deputy (Adjunto)(SEAL) 11/4, 11/11, 11/18, 11/25/11 CNS-2198432# OAKLEY PRESS Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011

assess their financial situation and to explore options to avoid foreclosure by one of the following methods: by telephone; by United States mail; either 1st class or certified; by overnight delivery; by personal delivery; by e-mail; by face to face meeting. DATE: 11-07-2011 CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY, as Trustee CASEY KEALOHA, 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# 4119076 11/11/2011, 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

or other common designation, if any, shown herein. TRUSTOR: *- DAWNINE ROBERTS*, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN Recorded 08/04/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0247146-00 in Book XX , page XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 12/13/2011 at 10:00 A.M. Place of Sale: At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of Main and Court Street), 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 Property Address is purported to be: 1821 GAMAY DRIVE OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN#: 035-533-005-1 The total amount secured by said instrument as of the time of initial publication of this notice is $189,675.68, which includes the total amount of the unpaid balance (including accrued and unpaid interest) and reasonable estimated costs, expenses, and advances at the time of initial publication of this notice. Date: 11/16/2011 Executive Trustee Services, LLC dba ETS Services, LLC 2255 North Ontario Street, Suite 400 Burbank, CA 915043120 Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Omar Solorzano, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER ASAP# 4128696 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477, Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20110015001985 Title Order No.: 110158920 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/29/2006. 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. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 12/19/2006 as Instrument No. 20060403947-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: ANTHONY G BELARSKI AND RENE L BELARSKI, 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: 12/01/2011 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: 1818 ISLETON CT, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561 APN#: 035-594-001-6 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust.

The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $345,319.63. 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: 11/08/2011 ASAP# 4130718 11/11/2011, 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20110015003816 Title Order No.: 110341531 FHA/VA/PMI No.: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/12/2004. 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. NDEX WEST, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 08/23/2004 as Instrument No. 2004- 0325146-00 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JOSE ALGARIN AND BETTY GARCIA, 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: 12/01/2011 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: 4826 MAMMOUTH LANE, OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA 94561-5203 APN#: 033390-015-7 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other

common designation, if any , shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $340,839.72. 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: 10/31/2011 NDEx West, L.L.C. 15000 Surveyor Boulevard, Suite 500 Addison, Texas 75001-9013 Telephone: (866) 795-1852 Telecopier: (972) 661-7800 ASAP# 4115802 11/11/2011, 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

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: November 11, 2011 TRUSTEE CORPS TS No. CA0900342011-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252- 8300 Rowena Paz, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-730-2727 TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 4136419 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011, 12/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 751796CA Loan No. 3014646487 Title Order No. 110391748CA-MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11-07-2007.

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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 12-02- 2011 at 10:00 AM, CALIFORNIA RECONVEYANCE COMPANY as the duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded 11-16-2007, Book N/A, Page N/A, Instrument 2007- 0316998-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California, executed by: DOUGLAS MCGEE AND, MARY KATHRYN MCGEE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, 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: LOT 32, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7562, FILED APRIL 5, 2004, IN BOOK 462 OF MAPS, PAGE 46 AND CORRECTED

BY A CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION RECORDED MARCH 16, 2005 AS SERIES NO. 2005-90254, OFFICIAL RECORDS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY. EXCEPTING FROM: ALL OIL, GAS AND OTHER HYDROCARBONS AND MINERALS NOW OR AT ANY TIME HEREAFTER SITUATED THEREIN AND THEREUNDER, TOGETHER WITH ALL EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS NECESSARY OR CONVENIENT FOR THE PRODUCTION, STORAGE AND TRANSPORTATION THEREOF AND THE EXPLORATION AND TESTING OF THE SAID REAL PROPERTY AND ALSO THE RIGHT TO DRILL FOR, PRODUCE AND USE WATER FROM THE SAID REAL PROPERTY IN CONNECTION WITH ITS DRILLING OR MINING OPERATIONS THEREON, AS RESERVED IN THE DEED FROM BANK OF AMERICA NATIONAL TRUST AND SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, RECORDED JANUARY 28, 1942, BOOK 657, PAGE 274, OFFICIAL RECORDS. ALL SURFACE RIGHTS TO A DEPTH OF 500 FEET HAVE BEEN RELEASED BY INSTRUMENT RECORDED AUGUST 16, 1991, BOOK 16809, PAGE 494, OFFICIAL RECORDS. PARCEL TWO: A RIGHT OF WAY (NOT TO BE EXCLUSIVE) AS AN APPURTENANCE TO PARCEL ONE ABOVE AND ANY SUBDIVISION OR SUBDIVISIONS THEREOF, FOR USE AS A ROADWAY FOR VEHICLES OF ALL KINDS, PEDESTRIANS AND ANIMALS, FOR WATER, GAS, OIL, AND SEWER PIPE LINES, AND FOR TELEPHONE, CABLE, ELECTRIC LIGHT AND POWER LINES, TOGETHER WITH NECESSARY POLES OR UNDERGROUND CONDUITS TO CARRY SAID LINES, OVER, UNDER, AND UPON CYPRESS ROAD, CYPRESS LAKE DRIVE, WINDEMERE LANE, CLEAR LAKE DRIVE, LAKEVIEW COURT, BLUE LAKE COURT, CLEAR LAKE COURT, PARK PLACE DRIVE, LAKE PARK DRIVE, LAKEWOOD DRIVE, LAKE PARK COURT, LEEWARD ROAD, BETHEL ISLAND ROAD, AS SHOWN ON THE MAP OF SUBDIVISION 7562. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $524,063.67 (estimated) Street address and other common designation of the real property: 546 LAKE PARK COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 APN Number: 032-400-013-2 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 11-02261-5 Loan No. 0057504649 Title Order No. 110314432CA-BFI APN 035- 263-024 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED August 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 1, 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 INSURANCE 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, 2005, as Instrument No. 2005-032561200 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, CA, executed by: ALTON D. TRAVIS, JR. AND TRESS THOMAS-TRAVIS, HUSBAND AND WIFE , as Trustor, in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, NA., 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: 4409 FALL LANE, 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 $363,736.89 (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: 11/07/2011 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 11000 Olson Drive Ste 101 Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 916-636-0114 John Catching Authorized Signature SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714.730-2727 ASAP# 4130649 11/11/2011, 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No CA1100036410 Loan No 7441851227 Insurer No.YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 07/24/2006. 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. The sale will be made; but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the obligation secured by said Deed of Trust. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME AND GENDER PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Neil Satoru Yamagata 319 Yale Avenue Kensington, CA 94708 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Neil Satoru Yamagata FOR CHANGE OF NAME AND GENDER ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME AND GENDER CASE NUMBER: N11-1785 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Neil Satoru Yamagata has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing petitioner’s name to: Olivia Oyama 2. Petitioner has also filed a petition for a decree changing petitioner’s gender from male to female and for the issuance of a new birth certificate reflecting the gender and name changes. 3. 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: 1/9/12 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept. 60 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 4. 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: 11/4/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. CA09003420- 11-1 APN 037-232-011 Title Order No. 53001665 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED November 13, 2003.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 20, 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 December 1, 2003, as Instrument No. 2003- 0577760-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by DAVID W. CAMPBELL, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. 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: 115 ALMADEN 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 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 $86,644.80 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-462539-LL Order #: 110382764-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 3/23/2007. 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): LYN N JEFFERSON, AND SORVOR JEFFERSON, WIFE AND HUSBAND Recorded: 4/5/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0099177-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/16/2011 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: $388,383.22 The purported property address is: 5112 HOMESTEAD CT ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 056- 210-064-4 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Ext. 3704 ___________ ________________- ____________ ____________ 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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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. CA09005222- 11-1 APN 041-120-030 Title Order No. 53002349 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED January 21, 2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On December 13, 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 February 1, 2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0032158-00, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by BYRON DOUGLAS WALKLEY AN UNMARRIED MAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. 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: 2157 MEGAN 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 $256,873.86 (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: November 10, 2011 TRUSTEE CORPS TS No. CA09005222-11-1 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 949-252- 8300 Rowena Paz, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.lpsasap.com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714-730-2727 TRUSTEE CORPS IS A DEBT COLLECTOR. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. ASAP# 4135723 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477, Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

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 $254,401.57. 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: 08/11/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-914-0194 SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 Phone: (800) 281 8219, Sale Information (626) 9274399 ASAP#FNMA4135471 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477, Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

room 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: 821 SOUVERAIN CT, OAKLEY, CA, 945613057. 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 $257,984.85. 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: 10/27/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# FNMA4134139 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477, Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

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- 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 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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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): BLANCA LUZ CAMPOS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, AN UNDIVIDED 1/3% INTEREST, MARLON E. CAMPOS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, AN UNDIVIDED 1/3% INTEREST AND FRANCIS A. CAMPOS, AN UNMARRIED MAN, AN UNDIVIDED 1/3% INTEREST ALL AS TENANTS IN COMMON Recorded: 6/27/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0232440-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2011 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: $371,796.43 The purported property address is: 2937 NORTH FRANCISCO WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 076- 154-001-2 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, N.A. 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- 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 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 TS No. 11-0067036 Title Order No. 110053885 Investor/Insurer No. 1703144831 APN No. 037- 122-007-0YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/01/2007. 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 VICTORIANO R. VARELA, AN UNMARRIED MAN, dated 02/01/2007 and recorded 2/8/2007, as Instrument No. 2007- 0039067-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/13/2011 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: 1856 SANTA FE STREET, 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 $371,283.07. 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: 11/04/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# FNMA4119954 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

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): DEBORAH A CHAPMAN, A WIFE AND HUSBAND AND LAWNY-RAY A CHAPMAN, A WIFE AND HUSBAND Recorded: 7/27/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0277666-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/16/2011 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: $344,218.14 The purported property address is: 3306 G STREET ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 071- 333-004-1 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 CitiMortgage, Inc. 6400 Las Colinas Blvd MS- CC3-53 Foreclosure Irving TX 75039. 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- 573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 866-450- 3172 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 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 TS No. 11-0028020 Title Order No. 110021459 Investor/Insurer No. 1696493985 APN No. 035- 115-002-4 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/23/2004. 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 ARTURO MORALES, AND LUCINA MORALES, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 07/23/2004 and recorded 8/4/2004, as Instrument No. 2004- 0300845-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/12/2011 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: 119 WEST RUBY STREET, 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0038646 Title Order No. 110030560 Investor/Insurer No. 1704940571 APN No. 088- 521-042-7 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/04/2007. 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 MICHAEL B MENDOZA, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 09/04/2007 and recorded 9/10/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0255090-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/13/2011 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: 60 XENA COURT, PITTSBURG, CA, 94565. 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 $378,032.13. 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: 08/11/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# FNMA4134142 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011 Oakley Press 03-0477 Publish Dates November 18, 25, December 12, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0063925 Title Order No. 11-0050808 Investor/Insurer No. 1705237875 APN No. 037- 302-014-8 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/22/2007. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by MELODY A WHITEHEAD, AND MARC S WHITEHEAD, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY, dated 10/22/2007 and recorded 11/5/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0308058-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/13/2011 at 9:00AM, Hilton Concord Hotel 1970 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA 94520 Golden Gate Ball-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-430246-LL Order #: 110127484-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/6/2008. 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 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): JENNIFER R JOHNSON & ERIC E JOHNSON, WIFE & HUSBAND AS COMMUNITY PROPERTY WITH THE RIGHTS OF SURVIVORSHIP Recorded: 8/14/2008 as Instrument No. 2008- 0181576-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2011 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: $240,154.92 The purported property address is: 5219 MEADOW VIEW COURT ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 055320-050-2 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0031212 Title Order No. 110024572 Investor/Insurer No. 1702236654 APN No. 095- 292-001-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/12/2006. 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 MIGUEL ZAVALA, A MARRIED MAN, AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY, dated 09/12/2006 and recorded 9/21/2006, as Instrument No. 2006- 0298992-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/13/2011 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: 285 FRIGATE COURT, PITTSBURG, CA, 94565. 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 $271,901.17. 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: 07/15/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# FNMA4134141 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477, Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-459177-LL Order #: 110356480-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/17/2005. 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,

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 09-0064357 Title Order No. 09-8189482 Investor/Insurer No. 1700598302 APN No. 035- 473-001-2YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 01/19/2006. 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 GAIL C. FRENCH, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, dated 01/19/2006 and recorded 1/26/2006, as Instrument No. 2006- 0027612-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/13/2011 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: 4230 SALGADO AVE, OAKLEY, CA, 945612321. 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 $419,366.49. 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: 08/16/2009 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# FNMA4134136 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-463866-AL Order #: 110393828-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/30/2005. 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,

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-0007412- 00 The name of the business (es): 680 Limosine Located at: 4936 Lefebure Way In: Antioch, CA, 94531, Is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Gurcharanjit Kaur. This business is conducted by: an individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 11/8/11. Signature of registrant: Gurcharanjit Kaur. This statement was filed with Stephen L Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: NOV 08, 2011 By Myrna Barajas, Deputy Expires 11/8/16 Antioch Press No.06-1617 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 9, 2011.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Precious Lewis SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Precious Lewis FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1538 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Precious Lewis filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Precious Lewis to Proposed Name: Taylor Miller 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: 12/1/11 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: 10/3/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS #: CA-11-454015-AL Order #: 879440 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/18/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GARY D. SHERROW AND PEGGY J. SHERROW, WIFE AND HUSBAND Recorded: 8/26/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0330550- 00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/2/2011 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: $313,355.51 The purported property address is: 26 ZION COURT OAKLEY, CA 94561 Assessor’s Parcel No. 033-360- 004 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 WELLS FARGO BANK 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 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- 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 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 #0013590 11/11/2011 11/18/2011 11/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

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: 1869 SANTA FE STREET, 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 $493,791.66. 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: 11/10/2011 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# 4107997 11/11/2011, 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

of the monies paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. Date: October 31, 2011 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC. as said Trustee, as Authorized Agent for the Beneficiary CHERYL L. GRECH, ASSISTANT SECRETARY T.D. SERVICE COMPANY 1820 E. FIRST ST., SUITE 210, P.O. BOX 11988 SANTA ANA, CA 92711- 1988 The Beneficiary may be attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained may be used for that purpose. If available , the expected opening bid and/or postponement information may be obtained by calling the following telephone number(s) on the day before the sale: (714) 480-5690 or you may access sales information at www.tacforeclosures.com. TAC# 948358 PUB: 11/11/11, 11/18/11, 11/25/11 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

LEY, CA, 945615007. 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 $288,470.79. 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: 11/09/2011 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# FNMA4119973 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

recorded 10/24/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0340691-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/09/2011 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: 328 HILL 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 $550,547.97. 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: 11/16/2011 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# 4123487 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03- 0477, Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-445092-LL Order #: 828142 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/17/2003. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below.

The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): AMELIA CALPITO AND OSCAR CALPITO, WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 10/29/2003 as Instrument No. 20030535436-00 in book XXX , page XXX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/9/2011 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: $287,827.94 The purported property address is: 5025 SUNDANCE WAY ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 055- 200065 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Ext. 3704 ___________ ________________- ____________

____________ 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 #0014637 11/18/2011 11/25/2011 12/2/2011 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-425520-TC Order #: 110084193-CA-BFI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/10/2007. 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): PICHIT OUPAHAT, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 5/18/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0146687-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/29/2011 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: $273,120.51 The purported property address is: 2725 DOLORES ST ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No. 071- 031-024-4 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: 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: (877) 908- 4357 Ext. 3704 ______________________ _____- ________________________ 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 #0016389 11/25/2011 12/2/2011 12/9/2011 Antioch Press 06-1617 Publish Date November 25, December 2, 9, 2011 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0079309 Title Order No. 110063356 Investor/Insurer No. 872077796 APN No. 037-480- 034-0 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 07/09/2007. 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 MICHAEL K. RICHESON AND ROCHELLE RICHESON, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 07/09/2007 and recorded 7/19/2007, as Instrument No.

2007- 0208469-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/16/2011 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: 11 BLUE HERON 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. 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 $482,710.69. 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: 11/20/2011 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# 4127957 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011, 12/09/2011 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0069570 Title Order No. 110056181 Investor/Insurer No. 105610098 APN No. 037-125- 013-5 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 08/30/2005. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by ALEXANDER N. ROGEL AND LAURA ROGEL, HUSBAND AND WIFE AND MAURA E. ROGEL, A SINGLE WOMAN, ALL AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 08/30/2005 and recorded 9/8/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-0341144-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/02/2011 at 10:00AM, At the Court Street entrance to the County Courthouse (corner of

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No: K530796 CA Unit Code: K Loan No: 0031802531/BALDWIN Investor No: 0031802531 Min No: 10018250007040058-2 AP #1: 034-320- 044 POWER DEFAULT SERVICES, INC., as duly appointed Trustee under the following described Deed of Trust WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (in the forms which are lawful tender in the United States) and/or the cashier’s, certified or other checks specified in Civil Code Section 2924h (payable in full at the time of sale to T.D. Service Company) all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property hereinafter described: Trustor: CATHERINE A. BALDWIN Recorded May 9, 2007 as Instr. No. 2007-0136403- 00 in Book --Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County; CALIFORNIA , pursuant to the Notice of Default and Election to Sell thereunder recorded August 5, 2011 as Instr. No. 2011-156652 in Book --- Page --- of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County CALIFORNIA. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED MAY 1, 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. 37 HAMPTON COURT, OAKLEY, CA 94561 “(If a street address or common designation of property is shown above, no warranty is given as to its completeness or correctness).” Said Sale of property will be made in “as is” condition 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 as in said note provided, advances, if any, 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. Said sale will be held on: DECEMBER 1, 2011, AT 1:30 P.M. *AT THE COURT STREET ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 725 COURT STREET (CORNER OF MAIN & COURT STREETS) MARTINEZ, CA At the time of the initial publication of this notice, the total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the above described Deed of Trust and estimated costs, expenses, and advances is $520,307.86. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. Pursuant to California Civil Code 2923.54 the undersigned, on behalf of the beneficiary, loan servicer or authorized agent, declares as follows: 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 of the notice of sale is filed; 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

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0075569 Title Order No. 11-0061001 Investor/Insurer No. N/A APN No. 035-373-002-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 05/17/2006. 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 DANIEL O’LEARY AND JENA O’LEARY, HUSBAND AND WIFE TENANTS IN COMMON, dated 05/17/2006 and recorded 5/26/2006, as Instrument No. 2006- 0166585-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/09/2011 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: 1848 SAUTERNE 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 $494,821.76. 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: 11/18/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# 4111247 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0070616 Title Order No. 11-0057569 Investor/Insurer No. 1698314097 APN No. 032- 351-070-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 03/15/2005. 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.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by KENNETH FERRANTE AND DIANA FERRANTE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, AND HORACE FERRANTE AND LINDA FERRANTE, HUSBAND AND WIFE, ALL AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 03/15/2005 and recorded 3/29/2005, as Instrument No. 2005- 0105702-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/13/2011 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: 3469 WELLS RD, OAK-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0071281 Title Order No. 110057604 Investor/Insurer No. 6503115641 APN No. 041- 142-010-2 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 PAUL A. SCIABICA AND SHARON C. SCIABICA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS, dated 03/30/2006 and recorded 4/11/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0111030-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/02/2011 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: 4495 LARIAT LANE, 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 $778,073.90. 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: 11/09/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# 4104055 11/11/2011, 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011 Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: November 11, 18, 25, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0074674 Title Order No. 110060194 Investor/Insurer No. 7022233 APN No. 033-070- 130-1 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/16/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER.” Notice is hereby given that RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A., as duly appointed trustee pursuant to the Deed of Trust executed by JHONNY MACHA, dated 10/16/2006 and

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: CHENCHUN ALICE LIN SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: CHEN-CHUN ALICE LIN FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1752 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: CHEN-CHUN ALICE LIN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a.

Chen- Chun Alice Lin, aka Chen- Chun Lin, aka Alice Lin to Proposed Name: Alice Zenjun Chen 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: 12-8-11 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: 11/3/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Hazel D. Ringor SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Hazel D. Ringor FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1682 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Hazel D. Ringor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Erwin Jeremy B. Dela Cruz to Proposed Name: Erwin Jeremy D. Ringor b. Nizel Perry B. Dela Cruz to Nizel Perry D. Ringor 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: 1/12/12 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: Oakley Press Date: 11/15/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Oakley Press No. 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 25, December 2, 9, 16, 2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. 11-0074104 Title Order No. 110059970 Investor/Insurer No. 117398995 APN No. 037-480- 031-6 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 02/03/2006. 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 PATRICIA ZUNIGA, A SINGLE WOMAN, dated 02/03/2006 and recorded 2/22/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0054455-00, in Book , Page ), of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of California, will sell on 12/09/2011 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: 41 BLUE HERON 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. 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 $584,734.11. 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 princi-

pal 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: 11/17/2011 RECONTRUST COMPANY, N.A. 1800 Tapo Canyon Rd., CA6-91401-94 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# 4122692 11/18/2011, 11/25/2011, 12/02/2011. Oakley Press No. 03- 0477 Publish dates: November 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

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): ALEM SHAH NADER AND SHAZIA NADER, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 4/19/2007 as Instrument No. 20070114331-00 in book xxx , page xxx of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, California; Date of Sale: 12/9/2011 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: $386,171.78 The purported property address is: 2731 MAYFLOWER DRIVE ANTIOCH, CA 94531 Assessor’s Parcel No. 052-111-008-0 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: Quality Loan Service Corp. 2141 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-645- 7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 714-573-1965 or Login to: www.priorityposting.com Reinstatement Line: 619-645-7711 Ext. 3704 ___________ ________________- ____________

____________ 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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SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: N11-1678 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Mohammadsaboor Aziz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. Mohammadsaboor Aziz b.Mohammad Saboor to Proposed Name: Saboor Amar Aziz 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: 2-28-12 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: 1/31/11 Judith A. Sanders, Pro tem Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 11, 18, 25, December 2, 2011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS # CA-11-454066-LL Order #: 110318875-CA-GTI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 4/6/2007. 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

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: Mohammadsaboor Aziz SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court St., Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: Mohammadsaboor Aziz FOR CHANGE OF NAME ORDER TO

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

BRENTWOOD Nov. 9, 8:30 p.m. An unidentified person gained entry into a vehicle parked on Lone Tree Way and stole registration and insurance papers, a brown makeup bag and miscellaneous coins.

Nov. 10, 8:46 a.m. An unidentified person entered a classroom on Second Street through a window and stole school property.

Nov. 10, 12:35 p.m. A subject passed a fraudulent check at a business on Brentwood Boulevard.

Nov. 10, 1:04 p.m. An abandoned vehicle parked on Homecoming Way was towed.

Nov. 10, 3:10 p.m. A subject was stabbed several times during a road-rage incident on Clearview Drive at Balfour Road. The victim was transported to a local hospital. The assailant was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 10, 4:30 p.m. A four-vehicle rear-end collision occurred on the Highway 4 Bypass at Sand Creek Road. A passenger in one of the rear-ended vehicles complained of pain and was transported to a local hospital.

Nov. 10, 5:36 p.m. A subject claimed that another subject failed to show up at a custody exchange on Balfour Road but could not produce the proper court documents.

Nov. 10, 5:57 p.m. A trailer parked on Connor Way at Laird Place was stolen.

Nov. 10, 6:48 p.m. A two-vehicle rear-end collision occurred on Central Boulevard at Palmilla Drive. A passenger in the rear-ended vehicle complained of neck pain and was transported to a local hospital.

Nov. 10, 7:53 p.m. A subject contacted during a burglary investigation on Lone Tree Way was found to have an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He and his associate were arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 10, 9 p.m. Subjects contacted on Second Street were found in possession of counterfeit bills and an imitation firearm. One of the subjects had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. Both were arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 10, 10:53 p.m. On Sycamore Avenue at Shasta Daisy Drive, a subject stopped for a vehicle code violation was found to be driving

LOGS under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 11, 2:05 a.m. On the Highway 4 Bypass at Sand Creek Road, an unidentified driver broadsided another vehicle after running a red light, and struck a third vehicle.

Nov. 11, 9:22 a.m. Paint leaked out of a vehicle on Oregold Lane. The driver agreed to clean up the spill. The paint, which was water-based, did not enter the storm drain.

Nov. 11, 9:34 a.m. An unidentified person entered a business on Lone Tree Way and stole the drop safe, which contained cash.

Nov. 11, 1:23 p.m. A subject sent text messages and phone calls to a resident of West Country Club Drive in violation of a restraining order.

Nov. 11, 5:30 p.m. On Central Boulevard at Second Street, a driver evaded officers and collided with another vehicle, causing injury to others. The subject was found to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs, and in possession of a controlled substance. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 11, 7:20 p.m. A resident of Olive Court turned in a handgun for destruction at police headquarters.

Nov. 11, 7:52 p.m. A subject caught shoplifting at a business on Sand Creek Road was arrested and released on Notice To Appear.

Nov. 11, 8:45 p.m. A subject contacted during a traffic collision investigation on Walnut Boulevard at Balfour Road was found to be driving under the influence of alcohol. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 12, 4:16 a.m. Subjects contacted during a domestic disturbance investigation on Brentwood Boulevard obstructed officers during the course of the investigation. They were arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 12, 2:06 p.m. A former renter caused damage to a residence on Somersby Way. Nov. 13, 12:34 a.m. A subject who ran from officers and was found hiding at a property on Sycamore Avenue was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 13, 1:04 a.m. A subject contacted on the report of a fight on Sand Creek Road was found to be intoxicated and unable to care for his own safety or that of others. He was ar-

Paint leaked out of a vehicle on Oregold Lane in Brentwood. The driver agreed to clean up the spill, which did not enter the storm drain.

Nov. 11, 9:22 a.m. rested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 13, 1:13 p.m. Two unidentified persons were seen engaging in a physical altercation on John Muir Parkway.

Nov. 13, 1:15 p.m. A subject driving recklessly on Sand Creek Road at Minnesota Avenue drove to his residence on Bauer Road, entered the residence and eventually surrendered at the front door. He was arrested and taken to the Martinez Detention Facility.

Nov. 13, 2 p.m. A subject caught shoplifting at a business on Lone Tree Way was placed under citizen’s arrest by loss-prevention personnel. He was released on a Promise To Appear.

Nov. 13, 8:58 p.m. An unidentified subject set leaves on fire on Rosebrook Court at Central Boulevard. When confronted by a resident, the subject fled but left personal property on a bench.

Nov. 12, 9:26 p.m. Officers assisted the Oakley Police Department with a probation search on Downey Point. A subject was taken into custody by Oakley officers for possession of narcotics and violation of probation.

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.

ANTIOCH Nov. 17, 5:44 p.m. A 15-year-old female was walking in the southbound lanes of traffic on Lone Tree Way near Clearbrook Drive when she was struck by a white Ford pickup truck traveling southbound on Lone Tree Way. The vehicle was driven by 60-year-old Antioch resident Jose Sandoval, who fled the scene and went home. He left the truck at his residence and was given a ride to a local hotel, where police eventually contacted him. Sandoval was arrested for felony drunk driving and felony hit-and-run and was booked into the county jail. The 15-year-old was transported to an area hospital and treated for significant injuries, which do not appear to be life threatening at this time. The accident is still under investigation. Those who witnessed the accident or with information pertaining to the investigation should call officer Johnsen at 925-779-6900, ext. 84265.

For information on law enforcement in Antioch, visit www.ci.antioch.ca.us/citygov/police.

OAKLEY Nov. 7 – A marine hazard was removed from the 100 block of Lauritzen Lane.

Nov. 7 – On Gamay Circle at Mallard Lane, a subject was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Nov. 8 – Vehicles were towed from the 4100 block of Blossom Court and the 1300 block of Yosemite Circle.

Nov. 8 – On the 3800 block of Pato Lane, a subject was arrested for trespassing.

Nov. 9 – Malicious phone calls were made to a resident of the 1700 block of Teresa Lane.

Nov. 9 – On the Highway 4 Bypass at Main Street, a subject was arrested for receiving stolen property.

Nov. 10 – Arrest warrants were served on the 200 block of O’Hara Avenue, the 5700 block of Bridgehead Road, and on East Cypress Road at Knightsen Avenue.

Nov. 10 – On the 1900 block of Hamburg Street, a subject was arrested for domestic battery.

Nov. 10 – On Fetzer Lane at Jordan Lane, a subject was cited for reckless driving.

Nov. 11 – On the 3200 block of Main Street and on Sellers Avenue at Whistlestop Lane, subjects were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.

Nov. 11 – A court-order violation was reported on the 1100 block of West Cypress Road.

Nov. 11 – A stolen vehicle was recovered on the 100 block of Ravenswood Court.

Nov. 12 – Residences on the 4300 block of Redwood Drive and the 400 block of Susie Street were burglarized.

Nov. 12 – On the 2500 block of Main Street, a subject was arrested for felony battery.

Nov. 12 – Vandalism was reported on Las Dunas Avenue at O’Hara Avenue.

Nov. 12 – A vehicle parked on the 1000 block of Vineyard Drive was stolen.

Nov. 13 – On Chandon Way at Concannon Drive, a subject was arrested for possession of a concealed firearm.

Nov. 13 – A probation violation was reported on Main Street at Neroly Road.

Nov. 13 – A vehicle accident with property damage occurred on the 2100 block of Connie Lane.

Nov. 13 – A hit-and-run incident occurred on Empire Avenue at Main Street.

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CALENDAR Events Friday, Nov. 25 Book Fair Independence High School holds a book fair fundraiser at Barnes & Noble, 5709 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. Mention Independence High at checkout and a portion of your sale will go back to the school. For more information, call 925-978-1031.

Saturday, Nov. 26 Grease Drop-off Ironhouse Sanitary District, 450 Walnut Meadows Drive in Oakley, hosts a grease collection event from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Bring in holiday grease drippings for disposal. For more information, visit www.ironhousesanitarydistrict.com or call 925-625-2279.

Blood Drive The American Red Cross holds a blood drive from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Streets of Brentwood, 2565 Sand Creek Road. To schedule an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or go to redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: STREETS925).

Monday, Nov. 28 E-mail Basics Workshop Opportunity Junction, 3102 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch, hosts an e-mail basics workshop from 6-9 p.m. Learn all there is to know about setting up and managing an e-mail account during this free program. To register, visit www.opportunityjunction.org or call 925-776-1133.

Book Club The Antioch Library Mystery Readers Book Club meets at 7 p.m. at 501 W. 18th St. to discuss “Girl With the Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson. Newcomers are welcome. For more information, call 925-757-9224.

Blood Drive The American Red Cross holds a blood drive from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. at John Muir Health, 2400 Balfour Road in Brentwood. To schedule an appointment, call 800-733-2767 or go to redcrossblood.org (sponsor code: JMBRENTWOOD).

Delta Informal Gardeners Delta Informal Gardeners meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Brentwood Community Methodist Church, 809 Second St. This month’s discussion focuses on growing winter vegetables. For more information, call 925-634-4088

Tuesday, Nov. 29 Food Distribution The Byron Union Methodist Church, 14671 Byron Highway, hosts a food distribution to families in need from 10-11:30 a.m. For more information, call 925-634-1411.

Thursday, Dec. 1 Friends of Marsh Creek Watershed Friends of Marsh Creek Watershed meets from 7-9 p.m. at the Liberty Union High School District offices, 20 Oak St. in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-325-2908 or visit www.fomcw.org.

Brentwood Coin Club The Brentwood Coin Club meets at 7 p.m. in Raley’s on Sand Creek Road. For more information, call 925-516-2574.

Corvette Club The Discovery Bay Corvette Club meets at 7:30 p.m. in the Discovery Bay Yacht Club, 5871 Marina Road. For more information, call 925634-0503 or e-mail yelatoy@sbcglobal.net.

Sign-ups Softball Tryouts NorCal Demons Softball holds tryouts on Dec. 3 and 11 at Gehringer Elementary School, 100 Simoni Ranch Road in Oakley. For more information, visit www.eteamz.com/norcaldemons.

Baseball Tryouts The Delta Dawgs Baseball Club holds tryouts for 9U-14U on Dec. 4 at Oak Meadow Park, 180 Crawford Drive in Brentwood. For more information and tryout times, visit www. ddbaseball.com.

Softball Tryouts The Hot Shots Girls Fastpitch Softball organization holds open tryouts for all teams on Dec. 4 and 10 at Magnolia Park, 5301 Daffodil Drive in Oakley. For more information and tryout times, visit www. hotshotsfastpitch.org, e-mail kdjdjones@ sbcglobal.net or call 925-382-7315.

Meals on Wheels Meals on Wheels needs volunteer drivers to deliver meals for its new Antioch route.

Drivers work once a week for two-hour shifts and make a tremendous difference in the lives of seniors in need. For more information, call 925-778-4379.

iPlay Volleyball Registration is open for the iPlay Volleyball League 2012 seasons. For more information, visit www.iplayvbleague.com.

Softball Tryouts East Bay Vipers 99 holds tryouts on Dec. 4 and 11 at 10 a.m. at Los Medanos College, 2700 E. Leland Road in Pittsburg. For more information, visit www.eteamz.com/eastbayvipers99 or e-mail vipers1999@yahoo.com.

Oakley Library Book Club The Oakley Library Book Club meets Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. at 1050 Neroly Road to discuss the mystery novel of the month, “The No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency” by Alexander McCall Smith. For more information, call 925-625-2400.

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On the Horizon Soup, Sandwich, and Shop Fundraiser Diablo Valley Assembly 84 International Order of the Rainbow for Girls holds a soup, sandwich and shop fundraiser Dec. 3 from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m at the Antioch-Brentwood Masonic Hall, 521 W. Second St. in Antioch. Tickets are $7. For more information, call 925-642-4368.

Book Fair The Liberty Union High School District holds a book fair fundraiser Dec. 2 at Barnes & Noble, 5709 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. Mention the high school district at checkout and a portion of your sale contributes to the purchase of books at the schools’ libraries. For more information, call 925-978-1031.

HALO Grand Opening Homeless Animals’ Lifeline Organization hosts the grand opening of HALO House, 215 Second St. in Oakley, on Dec. 3 from noon-4 p.m. HALO House is the new base operation for the rescued animal adoption agency. For more information, visit www. eccchalo.org.

Local Art Collection Lynn House Gallery, 809 W. First St. in Antioch, hosts the Local Artist Collection art show Dec. 3-21. An artists’ reception is held Dec. 3 from 2-4 p.m. The gallery is open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. For more information, visit www.art4antioch.org, call 925-325-9897 or e-mail diane@art4antioch.org.

Ongoing Events Byron Delta Lions Club

The California Youth Basketball League is registering players for the winter 2012 season. Boys and girls 4-18 are welcome. Games begin Jan. 7. For more information, call 916391-3900 or visit www.cybhoops.com.

The Byron Delta Lions Club holds its meetings on the first Friday of the month at 10 a.m. in Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1800 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. For information, call 925-634-5650.

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Chick Flickers Do you love going to the movies? Enjoy movies with Girlfriends Unlimited on the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. For information and this month’s film and meeting location, call 925-6345280 or 925-628-3977.

Kiwanis Club The Kiwanis Club of Brentwood meets Fridays at 7:45 a.m. at Perkos, 1135 Second St. For information, call 925-634-1441, ext 111.

Recovery Program Light House Renewal Center, a faith-based, Christian men’s recovery program, offers open meetings Fridays from 7-8 p.m. Light House Renewal is a place where men with life-controlling issues gather to encourage, edify and support one another. For more information, call 925-778-1639 or e-mail program@light-outreach.org.

Brentwood Rotary Come join the oldest and largest service club in the world. Brentwood Rotary meets Mondays at noon at Nines Restaurant, 100 Summerset Drive. For more information, visit www.brentwoodcarotary. org.

Senior Bingo Play bingo Mondays and Thursdays at 1 p.m. in the Antioch Senior Center, 415 W. Second St. Call 925778-1158 for more information.

Al-Anon The Al-Anon, for families and friends of alcoholics, meets Saturdays at 10 a.m. in the trailer in the back parking lot of St. Anthony’s Church in Oakley. All are welcome.

Quit Smoking Sutter Delta Medical Center presents a free Quit Smoking Today seminar with Oncology Resource Nurse Suzanne Much on Monday evenings from 6-8 p.m. Get the information and support you need to succeed. To sign up or for more information, call 925-779-3613.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly TOPS, Take Off Pounds Sensibly, is a weight-loss support group with low monthly dues that meets Mondays at noon at Raley’s on Sand Creek Road in Brentwood. For more information, visit www.tops. org.

The Brentwood SeaWolves conducts a preseason high school swimming program now through Feb. 3. Practices are held MondaysFridays from 4-6 p.m. at Heritage High School, 101 American Ave. in Brentwood. For more information, call 925-240-9653 or visit www.brentwoodseawolves.com.

Oakley Mayor Jim Frazier invites residents on a three-mile walk on the first and third Saturdays of the month. The walk begins at 7:30 a.m. at the parking lot off East Cypress Road behind O’Reilly’s Auto Parts on the Marsh Creek Trail. Residents are asked to bring questions and suggestions.

Project Linus

Overeaters Anonymous

ESL Classes

The nonprofit Project Linus, which makes blankets for children in need, meets the first Saturday of the month from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Delta Community Presbyterian Church, 1900 Willow Lake Road in Discovery Bay. Bring your sewing machine, scissors, thread and needles. For more information, call 510-459-7457.

Overeaters Anonymous meets Tuesdays at 7 p.m. in the Brentwood Community United Methodist Church, or Wednesdays at 9 a.m. at Resurrection Ministries in Brentwood. No dues, fees or weigh-ins are required. Anyone with a problem with food is welcome. For more information, visit www.oa.org.

Celebrate Life Recovery

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Celebrate Life is a Christ-based recovery program that meets Mondays and Fridays at 7 p.m. at Bethel Island Baptist Church, 3725 Gateway Road. All are welcome. Call 925-684-3700 for further information.

Liberty Adult Education, 929 Second St. in Brentwood, offers morning and evening English as a Second Language classes. For more information, call 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted.org.

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

GED Prep Classes Liberty Adult Education, 929 Second St. in Brentwood, offers morning and evening General Education Development and Adult Basic Skills classes. For more information, call 925-634-2565 or visit www.libertyadulted. org.

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 motivated, committed residents who 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.

The community organization Friends of Oakley meets at 4:30 p.m. in City Hall, 3231 Main St. The organization’s mission is to improve the quality of life in Oakley now and for future generations.

For more information, visit www.friendsofoakley. com.

Antioch Riverview Garden Club The Antioch Riverview Garden Club meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Antioch Public Library, 501 West 18th St. Those interested in gardening and community beautification are welcome. For more information, call 925-779-0513.

Toastmasters Looking to improve your speaking and leadership skills? Ignite your career? Win that job interview?

East County Communicators, a chapter of Toastmasters International, meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month from 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at Perko’s Cafe, 1135 Second St. in Brentwood.

Call 925-513-3022 or e-mail vivianfaye@comcast. net.

Brentwood Lions Club Brentwood Lions Club meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:30 p.m. in Perko’s Café & Grill, 1135 Second St. For more information, visit www.lcobw.com.

Delta Toastmasters Delta Toastmasters meets Tuesdays from 7-8 a.m. at Mimi’s Café, 5705 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For information, call 925-354-9857.

ESL Classes Opportunity Junction offers free English as a Second Language classes for those 18 and older on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-9 p.m. at 3102 Delta Fair Blvd. in Antioch. The language lab class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. For more information, call 925-776-1133 or visit www. opportunityjunction.org.

Delta Squares Square Dance Club The Delta Squares meet Wednesdays at 7-9:30 p.m. in the Laurel Elementary School multipurpose room, 1141 Laurel Road in Oakley. For more information call 925-217-2255 or visit www. deltasquares.com.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous A free 12-step program for those who are overweight, underweight or obsessed with food or body size and would like to maintain a healthy weight is held Thursdays from 7-8:30 p.m. at Kaiser Antioch Medical Center, 4501 Sand Creek Road. For more information, call 925-513-3015 or 925-516-7798.

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