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OFERTAS Y CUPONES DE DESCUENTO ADENTRO

Ignacio Serricchio’s Fun Times with “The Wedding Ringer” Pg. 16

Tarot de Enero Pg. 17

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P.O. Box 1990 San Jose, CA 95109 99 North First Street, Suite 100 San Jose, CA 95113

A Message from Sam Liccardo Thank you to everyone who came out to our 2015 Inaugural Ceremony. It was an honor to be sworn in with my new colleagues, Councilmembers Chappie Jones, Raul Peralez, Magdalena Carrasco, and Tam Nguyen, in a jam-packed Center for the Performing Arts. (Read more online) 5 rules to negotiate a better salary Between networking, polishing your resume, applying and interviewing, finding a job is time consuming. Once the offer comes in, all your hard work is done, right? Not necessarily. Now is the time for negotiating – a process few people are comfortable with. Skipping it, however, can mean that you miss out on better benefits or a higher salary. (Read more at news.el-observador. com) Ecologista latina trae la lucha contra la fractura hidráulica al ‘epicentro’ de la industria petrolera en California Rosanna Esparza estaciona su Prius en un mar de camionetas. Al otro lado de la calle se ha erigido un asta improvisada en la caja de un camión para izar la bandera estadounidense por encima de las palmeras. Estamos en Taft, California; un pueblo edificado en uno de los más grandes campos petrolíferos en el país. (Lee mas en el sitio)

¡Ser! A Theater Performance

by Karen Anzoategui Friday January 23rd January 25th Friday & Saturday: 8:00pm Sunday: 2:00pm 510 S 1st St, San José, CA 95113 $10-$20 Strangelove Friday, January 16 8:00 pm The Blank Club 44 S Almaden Ave San Jose, CA 95113 (408) 292-5265 $10.00 Community Education: AB 60 Driver License Presentation Tuesday January 20th 6:30pm-7:30pm Christopher High School 850 Day Road, Gilroy, CA 95020

Bang Data & La Misa Negra Concert Thursday January 22nd The Addition SF 1330 Fillmore St,

San Francisco, CA 94115 http://remezcla.com/events/ bang-data-la-misa-negraconcert/ $20 Bobby Lee Now until January 18th Fri: 8pm, 10:15pm Sat: 7pm, 9:15pm Sun: 7pm Improv Comedy Club 62 S. 2nd Street San José, CA 95113 408-280-7474 $22 The 5th Chicana/o Biennial Reflections on contemporary Chicano art Now Thru March 14th Wed-Thurs., 12-7pm; FridaySaturday, 12-5 pm M.A.C.L.A. (Movimiento de Arte y Cultura Latino Americana) 510 S 1st St San Jose, CA 95113 http://www.maclaarte.org Free Sleight of Hand: Painting and Illusion Now until Feb 22nd San Jose Museum of Art 110 S Market St

San Jose, CA 95110 Details at: http://sjmusart.org/ Latin-Filipino Connection January 18th 6:30pm-9:00pm Peña Pachamama 1630 Powell Street, San Francisco, CA 94133 $15.00 pachamamacenter.org/?keycalendar This Lovely Sh**ty Life/Que Caramba es La Vida Film Wednesday January 31st 1:00pm-3:00pm Castro Theater 429 Castro Street, San Fracisco, CA 94114 castrotheatre.com/p-list. html#jan29 $11.00 San José Sharks Metallica Night (vs. Los Angeles Kings) Wednesday January 21st 7:30pm SAP Center 525 W. Santa Clara St., San José, CA 95113 Tickets available at ticketmaster. com

Cinco recomendaciones para ayudar a las madres Latinas preparadas a educar hijos financieramente capaces Las madres latinas manejan muchas prioridades simultáneamente. Ustedes son empresarias desarrollando empresas, líderes comunitarias que proponen cambios y también cuidan de sus hijos, padres y esposos que cuentan con usted como guía y apoyo. (La historia entera en news.el-observador.com)

Raspy Garage Punk Concert: Singer-Songwriter Tess Dunn Saturday January 17th 4:00pm-5:00pm Streetlight Records 980 South Bascom Ave, San José, CA 95128 Internet of Things Talk & Pop Song Sing-Along Sunday January 18th 10:30am-12:30pm San José Women’s Club 75 S. 11th St., San José, CA 95112 Tour of Diego Rivera’s 1st U.S. Mural Monday January 19th 3:00pm-5:00pm Union Square 333 Post Street, San Francisco, CA 94108 RSVP at sfcityguides.org/ Reservations/descx.php?tour=96 Doc/Undoc | Documentado/ Undocumented

(Art Exhibit) Now through January 25th 6:00pm 2857 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110 www.galeriadelaraza.org 415-826-8009 Leyla Cárdenas: Scarcity Now through January 31st Focus Gallery San José Institute of Contemporary Art 560 South First Street San José, CA 95113 Free Admission http://sjica.org Book Discussion Group: We Need New Names Wednesday January 28th 7:00pm Vineland Branch Library 1450 Blossom Hill Rd., San José, CA 95118 408-813-8777

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Early Monday morning, 01.11.15 as I scanned my Email inbox, I noted a message from the San Jose Police Department’s Public Information Office (SJPD, PIO) that one email said that SJPH responded to 911 calls to an Monterey Road address. On arrival, SJPD officers found four individuals with gunshot wounds.

These individuals were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Some four or five witnesses were detained for questioning. A short time later, a fifth gunshot wounded individual walked into an emergency room seeking treatment.

It’s really a miracle, given the packed house, that the gunman did not kill anyone.

Maybe he/she was a very poor marksman. However the audience present to hear R&B Chris Brown, who has a loyal following. Considering that this nation has 9 weapons for every 10 residents, it is not surprising to me that a gun (concealed weapon?) was there. Do events, such as this one, need to have a higher level of security? Maybe there is a need for a ‘metal detector device’ at these events to detect those patrons who are packing a concealed weapon. I am certain that the

ability. When the system works properly, the accountability increases the likelihood that I will use my authority to strengthen the good of society and limit any arbitrary or selfish exercise of power that harms others.

Gary L. Welton The Center for Vision & Values America is not a police state.

This is not a country in which the arm of justice is empowered to pursue arbitrary and selfish goals. Instead, America is a land of laws that restrict harm, damage, selfishness, and the arbitrary use of force by police as well as citizens. Power in America is not absolute because it is restricted by law. Yes, the arm of the law is long, but in very predictable ways.

In particular, the exercise of power in America is properly limited by accountability. In each and every one of my own roles, I have both designated authority and defined account-

In my role as father, I was expected to exert my authority in the training and education of my boys, increasing the likelihood that they would become contributing members of society. I was accountable to local authorities who had the responsibility to ensure that my parenting did not become neglectful or abusive.

In my role as church treasurer, I am expected to handle the church money, being certain that every penny contributed to the church is used to support the ministries of the church and our church’s Christian mission.

I am accountable to the church session which reviews monthly reports and to the other members of the financial committee as we constantly look over each other’s shoulders and make sure no one has the opportunity to hide or personally use

NRA (National Rifle Association) officials are smiling because such events are used to ‘sell more weapons’ to enable individuals to protect themselves.

San Jose’s newly installed Mayor, Sam Liccardo, correctly declares in his book, entitled “SAFER CITY; SMARTER GOVERNMENT, A PLAN FOR SAN JOSE’S FUTURE’, that “The first three-quarters of this book focused on the three most basic, immediate challenges confronting San Jose: Public Safety; the budget; and Jobs.” Let’s deal here with only “Public Safety” because later on Mayor Sam Liccardo proposes to find some way to add 200 sworn police officers to the SJPD. That will take time for recruitment & training and resources (i.e., money). More immediate action by members of the community is advised.

church assets. Independent auditors and governmental regulations provide additional layers of accountability.

In my role as college administrator, I am expected to fulfill my obligations in a manner that is consistent with the mission of the college and the accreditation standards of the regional accrediting body. The oversight by the vice presidents and the accreditor hold me accountable for the manner in which I exercise my authority as I work with students and faculty.

In my role as a citizen, in my relationships with various municipal authorities and other citizens, I am to conduct myself in a manner consistent with my God-given and legal rights.

Moreover, I must not use my power as an American citizen to violate the rights of others.

Indeed, it is the proper application of accountability that limits power, ensuring that power is not used in an abusive or improper fashion. When the accountability systems indicate

Given what is going on in this world, we all should be thinking about what to do when ‘gunshots are heard’. The immediate reaction is one’s ‘fight or flight’ instinct. But one may be injured by being trampled by a crowd that is fleeing an event in a very chaotic, disorganized manner. That is what was reported in this incident when the audience bolted towards all exits. The next day, the parking lot was littered with scarves, women’s shoes, and other items lost during the escape from this shooting incident.

Many who have had military training react by ‘hitting the dirt’. No one really knows how they will react until involved in such an incident. What is significant is that it happened here in San Jose. Those five wounded individuals could have been five killed individuals which would have given this incident

that harm has been done, they take appropriate steps to restore the balance of power.

There have been some questions in the minds of Americans as to whether recent grand jury decisions have properly held police officers accountable for their use of force. In particular, in the Eric Garner case, there appear to be many unanswered questions about the grand jury’s decision. The public has seen the video tape, which suggests that the officers went too far in the way they handled Eric Garner. Not having seen or heard the other evidence presented to the grand jury, I am not able to make a fully informed evaluation, but I clearly understand the angst that exists.

It is imperative that our society finds appropriate ways to empower and facilitate the dangerous work of police officers, while at the same time holding them accountable for the manner in which they use their authority and power.

Body cameras have been suggested as one tool that might

national media exposure. This incident need not be used to promote ‘any gun control regulation or ordinance’. Rather the essential approach needs to be to promote ‘gun safety’ which cannot be offensive to the NRA and their ilk who immediately would invoke the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. Public safety and security is the real issue.

That means that our community needs to have a discussion about the real issues behind these incidences.

There are the mental health issues and human behavior modification issues. Why is it that some of us need a hand weapon in order to feel secure?

Or superior and ‘in control’?

Why is it that some of us never learn to deter our impulsive urges? Many will experience some level of insecurity. Many of us never learn to defer the urge to retaliate. Many believe

contribute to this delicate balance. That possibility is certainly a discussion worth having.

We must support our police officers, yet we must also hold them accountable for the use of their authority.

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SJPD quickly connected him to the same incident at the Fiesta Nightclub. This newsworthy event was reported on the Local News Section, page B1, San Jose Mercury News, dated 01.12.15; the reporters were Robert Salonga and Joe Rodriguez.

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that ‘might makes right’. What do we need to do to attain the safety and security we all desire? First of all, we must learn to begin with ourselves. We must accept certain rules of conduct which human experience has established to be essential to having peace, safety and security. No police force can do what each of us can do by adopting non-violent methods.

All religions promote forgiveness, empathy and sympathy along with charity and respect.

It is not the police who practice enforcement of laws and ordinances. It is each of us who must decide to be non-violent and show respect and consideration to others. Why do we not promote that more often?

A miracle happened last Sunday morning: Five gunshots: none killed in a very crowded nightclub. A miracle happened.

We need to engage in serious and difficult dialogue about the continuing struggles and issues in our society, as we seek to balance authority and accountability.

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NewsUSA They can outperform boys in school, will probably live longer than their male counterparts and, according to the Financial Times, are forecast to outnumber men as millionaires by 2020 in the UK So, why are there still so few women entrepreneurs around the world?

Oh, there are a handful: Marrisa Mayer, president and CEO of Yahoo. Lynn Good, CEO of Duke Energy, and Mary Barra, CEO of GM, to name a few. Yet, it appears these notable women are still the exception rather than the rule.

Still, one woman is betting that America is on the cusp of change, at the same time acknowledging that, “while the Mad Men days may be over, we’re also not quite there yet.”

Erica Solis, co-founder of MovoCash (www.movocash.com), a mobile payments technology company, believes that women are being empowered more than ever to be successful in business.

“As a young female entrepreneur, this is a tremendous advantage as the world shifts

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its mindset to how they view women in the workplace,” says Solis.

•As higher learning becomes more expensive every year, parents and students must begin thinking about the various options and tips for saving and for college.

Solis, a millennial, whose first job out of college was for a startup company that is now publicly traded and has over 200 employees, should know.

Her father has been in the fintech (financial-technology) field for the last 15 years, and she has seen first-hand the amount of hard work, agility and confidence it takes to be an entrepreneur. This experience made the decision to go work for her father, Eric Solis, an easy one.

Together, the father-daughter team created MovoCash, a payment platform that allows consumers to link their bank accounts to their MovoCash account for mobile payments with no limitation on the number of supported banks. Unlike Apple Pay or PayPal, MovoCash eliminates the direct link required by conventional nearfield communication (NFC), which has been lauded for its security and convenience, but is being criticized by both analysts and merchants, who say that consumers are not yet comfortable paying with their phone, and that the NFC

A college education is the ticket to the middle class in the United States. But it’s an expensive ticket, and the cost rises every year.

The overall annual cost for a college education ranges from about $7,000 for community college to $35,000 for a private school, according to US News & World Report.

• Women entrepreneurs are forecasted to outnumber men as millionaires by 2020 according to a research in the UK.

technology is more expensive to implement than traditional card systems.

“I think the environment for women is exciting,” says Laurie Itkin, financial advisor and author of the book “Every Woman Should Know Her Options.”

“Starting your own business gives a woman the opportunity to be a leader, an opportunity

that she might not have in a corporation.”

Solis agrees.

“I feel very fortunate to be in a country that encourages women to take risks, and be innovative and bold. This is a major advantage every American female entrepreneur has today,” says Solis.

Start Early Those are some scary numbers. But if you have the benefit of time, they’re not as bad as they seem. Here are some steps you can start taking today: • Go over your monthly finances and find a little extra money you can put away. Even $50 or $100 can make a big difference.

• Make a commitment to devote at least that amount each month, and to add to it as your income increases.

• Shop around for the best interest return you can get for your money.

High Return Because the cost of college is rising faster than inflation, it’s smart to invest your savings to get a higher interest rate than a typical bank can offer. Consider putting your money into: • Stocks • Mutual funds • Bonds Help Paying for College One important thing to keep in mind is that you won’t necessarily have to come up with the entire cost of college. All higher education institutions offer financial aid in the form of grants and loans. These are most often funded by the federal government. But there are also often aid offerings from the state and from the school itself.

Be sure to look into all the options available.

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Carta abierta a nuestros miembros estamos preparados para atender sus necesidades necesidades médicas. estamos abiertos y listos para atender sus que las le que escuche algunas noticias que hagan parecer Durante el transcurso de la siguiente semana, es posib es tas, o que no estamos listos para atender sus necesidad oficinas médicas de Kaiser Permanente no están abier muy pequeño de California el que está creando estas de atención médica. Debe saber que es un sindicato a quienes ha muy pequeño de empleados de Kaiser Permanente, interpretaciones erróneas, y representa un número llamado a manifestarse esta semana.

nuestros trabajadores. Nuestra y nos enorgullecemos de tener una sólida relación con En Kaiser Permanente tenemos una amplia reputación al público hace 70 años. organizados, abriendo las puertas de Kaiser Permanente reputación comenzó con el apoyo a los trabajadores sindicatos que representan a cer las excelentes relaciones que mantenemos con los Trabajamos de manera conjunta para preservar y fortale nuestros empleados. ción demuestra que sabemos manera regular con docenas de sindicatos. Nuestra reputa Kaiser Permanente se mantiene en negociaciones de que hemos intentado mantener os justos. De hecho, durante los casi cinco años en los trabajar en conjunto con los sindicatos para lograr acuerd con cada uno de los más de 30 care Workers), hemos negociado y logrado acuerdos negociaciones con el NUHW (National Union of Health sindicatos que representan a nuestros empleados. mos la a elegir a quien deseen para representarlos, no apoya Aunque apoyamos los derechos de nuestros empleados llevado a haber de hecho el por te ficada e innecesaria, especialmen estrategia del sindicato de realizar esta huelga injusti . nosotros en los últimos 12 meses cabo solo unas cuantas sesiones de negociación con z de lograr un acuerdo justo to es el único que se ha mostrado poco dispuesto o incapa Desde su formación en el 2009, este pequeño sindica los beneficios que los nuestros o recibid han no que sus miembros, nuestros empleados, que beneficie a nuestros empleados. Esto quiere decir aumentos. empleados miembros otros sindicatos han recibido, como debe tener el mismo solución que beneficie a nuestros empleados, y el NUHW Kaiser Permanente está comprometido a encontrar una de salud mental, al mismo ios servic os o los últimos años atacando públicamente nuestr compromiso. En lugar de eso, este sindicato ha pasad os pacientes. Además de nuestr para l tomamos para mejorar la atención de la salud menta tiempo que se resisten a las medidas importantes que os a trabajar en conjunto ometid compr están os, sus estrategias también demuestran que no que sus argumentos están basados en hechos erróne la atención de la salud mental. para mejorar la calidad, el acceso y la asequibilidad de crear soluciones. estos problemas fuertes retos y todos necesitamos trabajar juntos para al día de hoy, la atención de la salud mental enfrenta trabajar en conjunto con que salud mental, no solo a Kaiser permanente. creemos afectan a todos los proveedores de la atención de la un progreso en nombre de lograr y l puede llevar a una solución de estos problemas, nuestros terapeutas y demás expertos de la salud menta nuestros pacientes y de la industria en general. ón médica posible a nuestros en lo que de verdad importa: proporcionar la mejor atenci La gente de Kaiser Permanente seguirremos enfocados para construir un modelo de la equipos hacen uso de nuestra comprobada experiencia miembros. Mediante el trabajo en conjunto, nuestros atención de la salud mental para el siglo XXI.

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Chris Thomas SAN FRANCISCO California agencies and nonprofits have stressed the value of health insurance for children - and in the Hispanic community, it’s paying off.

The Golden State is one of three standouts in a new report that examines what 10 states are doing to cover Hispanic kids. According to the report, California’s rate of uninsured Hispanic children is slightly more than 9.5 percent, compared with a national rate of 11.5 percent.

Kristen Golden Testa, California health director for the Children’s Partnership, says the main reasons for the state’s headway in Latino coverage are its early start

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on Medicaid expansion, and a commitment to make the signup process easier for parents.

“Our state made sure we partnered with local folks that know the individuals in very specific communities, rather than just putting things in Spanish,” she says. “There’s many different Spanish-speaking communities throughout California.”

The report, from the National Council of La Raza and the Georgetown University Center for Children and Families, says progress also has been made nationally.

The rate of uninsured Hispanic children was almost 16 percent just four years ago.

The report also says a state’s specific approach to covering

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children makes all the difference to Hispanic families, who may worry that signing up will call parents’ immigration status into question.

That isn’t the case, according to report co-author Sonya Schwartz, a research fellow at Georgetown University Center for Families and Children. She says she wishes every state’s message was “this clear.”

“It’s safe to apply for coverage for kids, and that help is available applying in Spanish,” says Schwartz. “Even if they’ve been turned down before when they’ve tried to apply for their kids, coverage is changing, there’s more affordable coverage available now, and they should try again.”

•A new report says California is a standout state for its outreach to Hispanic families in getting children signed up for health insurance. Nationally, Hispanic children are 1.5 times more likely to be uninsured than other kids. Photo credit: Feverpitch/FeaturePics.com.

Notificación de audiencia pública

Proyecto para Mejorar la Fiabilidad de la Planta Rinconada para Tratamiento de Agua Tema:

Proyecto para Mejorar la Fiabilidad de la Planta Rinconada para Tratamiento de Agua

¿Quién?:

Distrito de Agua del Valle de Santa Clara

¿Qué?:

Audiencia Pública sobre el Reporte Ingenieril

¿Cuándo?:

27 de enero del 2015, tiempo determinado a las 6:00 P.M.

Lugar:

Salón de Juntas del Distrito de Agua del Valle de Santa Clara 5700 Almaden Expressway, San José, CA 95118

She notes 93 percent of Hispanic children in the United States are citizens.

Testa adds that California now has a dual responsibil-

El trabajo que ha sido propuesto para esta mejora está descrito en el Reporte de Ingeniería del Proyecto para Mejorar la Fiabilidad de la Planta de Tratamiento de Agua Rinconada . El reporte está archivado en la Secretaría de la Junta Directiva, ubicado en el 5700 Almaden Expressway, San José, California, y también en el sitio de Internet del Districto de Agua del Valle de Santa Clara: http://www.valleywater.org/PublicReviewDocuments.aspx El objetivo del Proyecto para Mejorar la Fiabilidad es de reemplazar y modernizar los componentes principales de la Planta de Tratamiento, incluyendo la adición de ozonización de agua cruda; reemplazo de aclaradores de flujo con floculación y sedimentación convencional con placas asentadoras; y el reemplazo y la expansión del sistema de filtro.

La Junta Directiva recibirá comentarios sobre el Reporte de Ingeniería del Proyecto en el momento y el lugar determinado para la audiencia pública. La Junta también considerará en ese momento la certificación del Reporte de Impacto Ambiental (EIR por sus siglas en Ingles) del Proyecto. Dependiendo de la certificación del EIR por la Directiva, la misma decidirá si se procede o no con el Proyecto.

Para mas información sobre esta audiencia pública o sobre este Proyecto, contacte al Gerente del Proyecto, Mike Munson al (408) 630-2926.

Se harán esfuerzos razonables para acomodar a las personas discapacitadas que deseen asistir a esta audiencia pública. Para información adicional sobre como asistir a esta audiencia, incluyendo solicitudes de acomodación por discapacidad o asistencia de intérprete, por favor contacte la Oficina de la Secretaría de la Junta Directiva al (408) 630-2277, por lo menos tres días hábiles antes de la audiencia.

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ity to its Hispanic families.

“Keeping momentum up is not only continuing to enroll people, but making sure they keep their coverage,” she says. “They have to renew ev-

ery year, and so they need to know about how to renew.

It’s introducing that whole process to them and making sure that process is easy, too.”

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RECIPE

PROYECTO DE CARRILES EXPRESS EN LA CARRETERA U.S. 101 Aviso de la Disponibilidad del Reporte Preliminar del Estudio Inicial/Evaluación Ambiental (IS/EA, por sus siglas en inglés).

Aviso de Intención de Adoptar una Declaración Negativa.

QUÉ SE ESTÁ PLANEANDO: El Departamento de Transporte de California (Caltrans), en cooperación con Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), está proponiendo convertir el carril existente para vehículos de dos o más pasajeros (HOV) a carril de alta actividad con cuota de peaje (HOT, también llamado carril express) y ampliar la carretera para agregar un segundo carril express en ambas direcciones en la mayoría del corredor. En la actualidad, el uso de los carriles HOV se limita a vehículos con dos o más ocupantes, a motocicletas y a ciertos vehículos de combustible alternativo.

El proyecto propuesto implementaría un carril doble en ambas direcciones; en dirección norte, desde al sur del paso a desnivel de Cochrane Road en Morgan Hill hasta un poco al sur del paso a desnivel de Oregon Expressway/Embarcadero Road en Palo Alto y, en dirección sur, desde un poco al sur del paso a desnivel Oregon Expressway/Embarcadero Road hasta un poco al sur del paso a nivel elevado de Burnett Avenue, exceptuando algunas ubicaciones cercanas al paso a desnivel de la Ruta Estatal 85, donde se propone un sólo carril express. Se agregarían carriles auxiliares en cuatro segmentos de la carretera U.S. 101. Los carriles express les permitirían a los HOVs que continúen usando los carriles sin costo y a los vehículos elegibles de un sólo ocupante que paguen una cuota de peaje. La distancia total del proyecto es de 37.65 millas.

INGREDIENTES 1 libra de filete de cerdo, libre de grasa 5 cucharadas de vinagre balsámico, divididas PREPARACIÓN 20 mins 3 cucharadas de aceite de oliva, divididas COCCIÓN Sal y pimienta 30 mins 1 taza de quínoa PORCIÓNES 3/4 de taza de cerezas agrias y secas 4-6 personas 6 ramitas de cebollín verde, finamente rebanadas 1/4 de taza de almendras rebanadas, tostadas y divididas 2 tazas de col rizada o espinaca “baby”, ralladas INFORMACIÓN NUTRICIONAL Calorías: 310 Grasa: 9g Grasa Saturada: 1.5g Colesterol: 50mg Sodio: 80mg Carbohidratos: 36g Proteína: 22g Fibra: 4g

Combina tres cucharadas del vinagre y dos cucharadas del aceite en una bolsa grande plástica resellable. Añade el cerdo, sella la bolsa, y guárdala en el refrigerador, volteándola ocasionalmente por cuatro horas o dejándola marinar de un día para el otro.

Precalienta el horno a 425° F.

Retira el cerdo del marinado, colócalo en una bandeja con borde para hornear, y espolvorea con sal y pimienta.

Desecha el marinado.

Hornea el cerdo por 25 a 30 minutos o hasta que su temperatura interna alcance entre 145° F. (poco cocimiento) y 160° F. (cocimiento medio) en un termómetro de carnes. Colócalo a un lado y déjalo reposar por 10 minutos.

Mientras el cerdo está asándose en el horno, cocina la quínoa de acuerdo a las instrucciones del paquete. Escurre cualquier líquido que no se absorbió, luego cúbrela y ponla a un lado.

Corta el cerdo en trozos de una pulgada. En un bol grande, combina el cerdo y cualquier jugo del cocimiento con la quínoa, las cerezas, el cebollín y dos cucharadas de almendras. Revuelve gentilmente mientras agregas la col rizada o espinaca, las dos cucharadas restantes de vinagre y la cucharada restante de aceite. Añade más vinagre, aceite, sal o pimienta al gusto. Adorna con las dos cucharadas restantes de almendras y sírvelo.

Porciones: seis porciones como plato acompañante, o cuatro como plato principal Tiempo de preparación: 20 minutos, más el tiempo de marinarlo Tiempo de cocción: 30 minutos Sugerencias para servir: Sirve esta colorida ensalada agridulce como acompañante de un sándwich, un burrito, o vegetales asados. Como porción más grande, resulta en un plato principal muy sustancioso, y es excelente sobre una ensalada verde o calabaza tipo espagueti (espagueti squash). Para darle un toque personal a la receta, prueba usando diferentes granos, frutas secas y nueces.

EL PORQUÉ DE ESTE AVISO: Caltrans y VTA han estudiado los efectos que este proyecto pudiera tener sobre el medio ambiente. Los estudios muestran que el proyecto no afectará de manera significativa la calidad del medio ambiente. Este aviso es para informarle que el reporte está disponible para su inspección, sobre el periodo para presentar comentarios, y sobre las próximas reuniones públicas a puerta abierta. Se proporcionará la misma información en todas las reuniones.

AUDIENCIAS DE FORO ABIERTO: 22 de enero de 2015, de 5:30 p.m. a 7:30 p.m.

Cámara del Concejo (Council Chambers) de la Ciudad de Mountain View 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041 A este lugar se puede llegar utilizando el tranvía y las Líneas de Autobuses 22, 34, 35, 51, 52 y 522 de VTA. 28 de enero de 2015, de 6:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m.

Centro de Servicio al Pasajero de VTA en el Centro de la Ciudad 55-A W. Santa Clara Street, San Jose, CA 95113 A este lugar se puede llegar utilizando el tranvía y las Líneas de Autobuses 22, 63, 66, 68, 72, 73, 81, 82 y 522 de VTA. 4 de febrero de 2015, de 5:30 p.m. a 7:30 p.m.

Southside Community Center 5585 Cottle Road, San Jose, CA 95123 A este lugar se puede llegar utilizando las Líneas de Autobuses 27, 66 y 68 de VTA. QUÉ ESTÁ DISPONIBLE: El Reporte Preliminar del IS/EA, los estudios técnicos y la información legal de la calidad del aire están disponibles para escrutinio público por Internet en: www.dot.ca.gov/dist4/envdocs.htm. El Reporte Preliminar IS/EA también está disponible en las siguientes ubicaciones el horario regular de atención: • Caltrans District 4, 111 Grand Ave., Oakland, CA 94612 • Oficinas Administrativas de VTA (VTA Administrative Offices), 3331 N. First St., Building B Lobby, San Jose, CA 95134 • Centro de Servicios al Pasajero de VTA (VTA Customer Service Center), 55-A W. Santa Clara St., San Jose, CA 95113 • Biblioteca Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose, CA 95112 • Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Morgan Hill, 660 W. Main Ave., Morgan Hill, CA 95037 • Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Mountain View, 585 Franklin St., Mtn. View, CA 94041 • Biblioteca de Palo Alto, 1213 Newell Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 • Biblioteca de Santa Clara, 2635 Homestead Rd., Santa Clara, CA 95051 • Biblioteca de la Ciudad de Sunnyvale, 665 West Olive Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94086 SU PARTICIPACIÓN: ¿Tiene comentarios o inquietudes respecto al análisis ambiental del proyecto? ¿Tiene usted información que deba ser incluida? Los comentarios por escrito sobre el documento ambiental pueden ser enviados a más tardar el 26 de febrero de 2015, por email a: sean.poirier@dot.ca.gov o por servicio postal a: Sean Poirier, Office of Environmental Analysis, P.O. Box 23660, MS-8B, Oakland, CA 94623.

CONTACTO: Para más información sobre el Reporte Preliminar del IS/EA, llame a Sean Poirier, de Caltrans, al (510) 286-5701 o a Roy Molseed, de VTA, al (408) 321-5789.

Las personas que requieran servicio de interpretación, lenguaje por señas de los Estados Unidos u otro tipo de ayuda, deberán comunicarse con el Programa de Extensión de VTA en la Comunidad al (408) 321-7575 / (408) 321-2330 TTY al menos cinco (5) días hábiles antes de la reunión de información pública. Todas las instalaciones de la reunión son accesibles para personas con discapacidades.

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Advocates Highlight Ongoing Community Collaboration and Training Against Human Trafficking SANTA CLARA COUNTY A 2012 report by the United Nation’s International Labor Organization indicates that 20.9 million people are victims of trafficking and human slavery in the world. A congressional research service indicates that as many as 17,500 people are trafficked into the United States each year, and that approximately 100,000 U.S. citizen children are victims of trafficking within the United States.

Members of the County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors announced at a press conference this week that January 2015 will be proclaimed Human Trafficking Awareness Month in the county. They also highlighted the County-wide collaboration underway to support the efforts of local professionals working with human trafficking survivors.

“Human trafficking is a pervasive crime across the globe,” said President Mike

Santa Clara County Vector Control District PUBLIC NOTICE January 2015 The Santa Clara County Vector Control District (SCCVCD) is a County program that controls and monitors diseasecarrying insects such as mosquitoes and ticks, and other harmful pests such as yellow jackets and rats.

The SCCVCD invites you to comment on the Vector Control District’s Draft Environmental Evaluation Report (EER).

THE ENVIRONMENTAL EVALUATION REPORT The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the Vector Control District’s current operations and activities and their potential impact on the environment.

WHERE DO I GET MORE INFORMATION? The draft EER is available for public review at: www.SCCvector.org. You can also call (408) 918-4770.

HOW DO I PARTICIPATE? Residents can submit written comments through February 28, 2015, to vectorinfo@deh.sccgov.org or attend the following public meetings: January 21, 2015 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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Wasserman, County of Santa Clara Board of Supervisors and Chair of the Board’s Public Safety and Justice Committee. “As a County we are committed to actively leading efforts that provide resources and support for a coordinated and effective response to end it here.”

“Human trafficking is a very serious problem,” said County of Santa Clara Supervisor Dave Cortese. “Working together, government, law enforcement and victim service agencies can improve the opportunities to rescue victims of this heinous crime and bring traffickers to justice.”

During past years, the County of Santa Clara has partnered with the South Bay Coalition to End Human Trafficking to provide regional legal trainings. This year, training sessions also will include trauma associated with human trafficking and an examination of human trafficking of unaccom-

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•The Santa Clara board of supervisors gathered with other members of the community to discuss human trafficking and proclaim January as an awareness month for the issue.

panied minors, therapeutic approaches, and new laws.

“Human trafficking is slavery and the Bay Area is a vulnerable destination point because of its major harbors and airports” said County of Santa Clara Supervisor Cindy Chavez. “A strong coordinated local effort is imperative to end slavery in our community.”

manent damage this crime causes to women, men and families,” said County of Santa Clara Office of Women’s Policy Director Esther Peralez-Dieckmann.

“We need additional resources to combat this problem, including the public’s support to bring attention to our efforts and help us end human trafficking.”

Last year, the County of Santa Clara established a Human Trafficking Commission to investigate the nature and scope of human trafficking in the county, including labor and sex trafficking. The County also provided funding for a Law Enforcement to Investigate Human Trafficking Task Force (LEIHT), which provided resources to the District Attorney and Sheriff Department for the apprehension and prosecution of traffickers.

During Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the County of Santa Clara and the South Bay Coalition to End Human Trafficking are sponsoring a series of training sessions, with free Continuing Education (CEU’s) and Minimum Continuing Legal Education (MCLE) credits available for all sessions. Upcoming sessions follow:

“We are building a strong collaboration to educate our community about the per-

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Auditorium, 70 West Hedding St. San Jose For victim service providers, advocates and law enforcement working with human trafficking survivors. Register at HTtrauma.eventbrite. com New Human Trafficking Laws, SB 1193 & Drama Therapy January 26, 2015, 10:00 a.m.-12:00p.m.

County Government Center, Lower Conference Room, 70 West Hedding St. San Jose Register at HTlaws.eventbrite.com The majority of victims of slavery are women and children, but there has been an increase in the victimization of men as well. Traffickers prey on those who suffer most from factors like gender discrimination, family violence, and lack access to education and economic opportunity.

Victims of human trafficking who need help can call the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-3737-888. Victims will be connected locally to resources in their language preference.

To report suspicious activity to law enforcement anywhere in Santa Clara County, call (408) 918-4960 or email humantrafficking@sheriff. sccgov.org.

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2015 Event Moving to Saturday, March 14 at East San José’s Independence High;Will Include Resource Fair for Attendees San Jose CALIFORNIA Mayor Sam Liccardo is proud to announce that he is taking his first State of the City Celebration into the community and holding it on a Saturday so more residents can attend. Mayor Liccardo made his announcement regarding the State of the City in his remarks at Councilmember Magdalena Carrasco’s inauguration celebration on Friday, January 9 at 7 p.m. at the Mexican Heritage Plaza.

The 2015 State of the City event will be held Saturday, March 14 at 10 a.m. at Independence High School in East San José. The Mayor’s 2015 State of the City Address will outline key initiatives, budget priorities, and opportunities for residents to get engaged to make San José a safer, smarter city.

“In my inaugural address, I committed to working with residents to reimagine San José. We can reinvent the State of the City and make it easier for everyone from students to seniors to attend,” said Mayor Liccardo. “As a first step, we’re moving the event to the East Side to the largest high school in San Jose and holding it on a Saturday.”

The event will be open to the public and include a Resource Fair with information about city services and city employment.

“You won’t need a coat and tie to come to the new State of the City, and you don’t need to be a political insider,” Mayor Liccardo said. “We are going to celebrate San Jose’s distinctive identity: our diversity, openness, and innovation.”

“I am thrilled that the Mayor is bringing the State of the City to District 5—and to my

message that we value and want to nurture these partnerships.”

At the State of the City Celebration, each Councilmember honors an outstanding resident or community organization from their District, and the City honors outstanding employees or employee teams. alma mater,” said Councilmember Carrasco, a graduate of Independence High School and former board member of the East Side Union High School District. “We’re ready to work together to reimagine San José and showcase the East Side to the entire city.”

The San José City Council boasts four Councilmembers who attended East Side high schools, and they all expressed pride that the district would be hosting the State of the City event.

“Too often we’ve heard that residents and families can’t attend State of the City because it’s on a school night, or on a weekday morning when they need to get to work,” saidCouncilmember Rose Herrera, District 8 (East San Jose/ Evergreen), an Overfelt High School alum. “A Saturday event, at a high school, will be welcoming and accessible.”

This is the first time in decades that the State of the City wasn’t held at a formal venue Downtown.

“If we’re going to solve some of the tough problems facing San Jose, we’re going to need to build stronger bonds between our schools and the city,” said Councilmember Donald Rocha, District 9 (Cambrian) who previously served on the Cambrian School Board. “Holding our most significant civic celebration at a school sends a strong

“I am looking forward to honoring our community leaders and outstanding employees in the community at a place and time that is open and welcoming to all,” said Councilmember Ash Kalra, District 2 (South San Jose/Blossom Valley), a graduate of Oak Grove High School.

Fellow Oak Grove alum, Councilmember Johnny Khamis, District 10 (Almaden Valley/Santa Teresa) agreed, saying, “It’s important for the City Council to connect with residents in the community rather than always making the community come to City Hall.”

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SANTA CLARA UNIVERSITY La Escuela de Educación y Consejería Psicológica (SECP) en la Universidad de Santa Clara (SCU) abrió un campus satélite nuevo en el este de San Jose el verano pasado para demostrar su compromiso con el multiculturalismo y la justicia social.

Esto atraves de la preparación de maestros culturalmente sensibles que enseñarán en escuelas y comunidades predominantemente

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latino. El nuevo campus le ofrece a SECP la posibilidad de alcanzar un grupo de estudiantes diversos interesados en obtener su maestría en enseñanza y su credencial de enseñanza de California.

SECP ofrece más de 100 años de experiencia preparando maestros compasivos, competentes y éticos y líderes de instrucción para transformar personas, escuelas y comunidades a través de un compromiso de apoyo significativo. El establecimiento del nuevo campus

satélite fue posible gracias a la colaboración de SECP con la Fundación de la Universidad Nacional de Hispanos que decidió lanzar un nuevo Centro de Estudios Latinos e Innovación en el campus de la ex Universidad Nacional de Hispanos (NHU). El centro se esfuerza para integrar un balance de investigación, póliza y práctica para apuntar intencionalmente un enfoque nacional los avances de los estudiantes latinos con una concentración en los logros y realizaciones educativos.

Como el primer socio de colaboración con el centro, SECP hizo un acuerdo especial con la ex Universidad Nacional de Hispanos para permitir que estudiantes de educación puedan transferir al programa de Santa Clara.

Además, un nuevo programa de becas nombrado Semilla fue desarrollado para apoyar a los estudiantes que están comprometidos a enseñar por dos años post-graduado/ post-credencial preliminar.

El compromiso incluye enseñar en una escuela de alta necesidad con una población

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principalmente latino dentro de cuatro años de completar el programa. Profesor de educación Marco Bravo, sirve como nuevo director de iniciativas educativas latinas. Ésta posición le permite mejorar el currículo enganchando lo cultural, psicológico, y dimensiones de lenguaje que afectan cómo enseñar con eficacia a estudiantes diversos.

En un esfuerzo continuo para enriquecer el nuevo campus y para servir a la

comunidad del este de San Jose, el Decano Nicholas Ladany prevé ofreciendo cursos adicionales de nivel graduados del programa de consejería latina en SECP en el invierno de 2015. El programa, coordinado por la Profesora Lucila RamosSánchez, es uno de los pocos de su tipo en todo el país que se centra en las aplicaciones de la psicología pertinente a el sistema familiar latino respecto a cuestiones de cultura, etnicidad, aculturación, asimilación y el lenguaje.

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WHY CATHOLIC EDUCATION? OUR SCHOOLS INSPIRE

faithful citizens .

Find out how during Catholic Schools Week January 25–31: www.dsj.org/openhouse

The Diocese of San Jose’s Catholic schools develop leaders with a conscience. Visit an Open House near you to discover how a Catholic education inspires achievement in every child.

Campbell

Milpitas

Canyon Heights Academy (PK-8) 775 Waldo Road, Campbell, 95008 408-370-6727 www.canyonheightsacademy.com Open House: Jan. 25, 1pm-3pm; Mar. 8, 1pm-3pm

St. John the Baptist School (PK-8) 360 South Abel Street, Milpitas, 95035 408-262-8110 | www.sjbs.org Open House: Jan. 25, 10am-11:30am; Apr. 26, 9am-Noon

St. Lucy School (PK-8) 76 East Kennedy Avenue, Campbell, 95008 408-871-8023 | www.stlucyschool.org Family Open House: Jan. 25, 10:15am-Noon immediately following 9am family mass Transfer Student Information Session: Jan. 25, 11:30am

Cupertino St. Joseph of Cupertino School (PK-8) 10120 North DeAnza Boulevard Cupertino, 95014 408-252-6441 | www.sjcschool.org Preschool Info Night: Jan. 21, 7pm-9pm Open House: Jan. 27, 9am-Noon

Gilroy St. Mary School (TK-8) 7900 Church Street, Gilroy, 95020 408-842-2827 | www.stmarygilroy.org TK-8 Open House: Jan. 27, 9am-Noon

Los Altos St. Simon School (PK-8) 1840 Grant Road, Los Altos, 94024 650-968-9952 | school.stsimon.org PK-8 Open House: Jan. 25, 10am-1pm

Los Altos Hills St. Nicholas School (K-8) 12816 South El Monte Road Los Altos Hills, 94022 650-941-4056 | www.stnicholaslah.com K-8 Open House: Jan. 25, 1:30pm-3:30pm

Los Gatos St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception School (K-8) 30 Lyndon Avenue, Los Gatos, 95030 408-354-3944 | www.stmaryslg.org Open House and Tours: Jan. 26-29, Call for appointment State of the School: Jan. 29, 7pm VIP Open House and Mass: Jan. 30, 10am-12:30pm

Morgan Hill St. Catherine of Alexandria School (K-8) 17500 Peak Avenue, Morgan Hill, 95037 408-779-9950 | www.stcatherinemh.org Open House: Jan. 27, 5:30pm-7pm

Mountain View St. Joseph School (K-8) 1120 Miramonte Avenue Mountain View, 94040 650-967-1839 | www.sjmv.org Open House: Jan. 25, Noon

Palo Alto St. Elizabeth Seton School (K-8) 1095 Channing Avenue, Palo Alto, 94301 650-326-9004 | www.setonpaloalto.com Science Fair and Open House: Jan. 28, 7pm-9pm

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Sunnyvale

St. Christopher School (K-8) 2278 Booksin Avenue, San Jose, 95125 408-723-7223 | www.stchris.us

Catholic Academy of Sunnyvale (Toddler, K-4, 5-8 STEM) 195 Leota Avenue, Sunnyvale, 94086 408-738-3444 | www.catholicacademysun.org Preschool, K-8 Open House: Jan. 25, 11am-2pm

St. Frances Cabrini School (PK-8) 15325 Woodard Road, San Jose, 95124 408-377-6545 | www.sfcschool.org St. Francis of Assisi Preschool 5111 San Felipe Road, San Jose, 95135 408-223-1562 | stfrancisofassisipreschool.org St. John Vianney School (K-8) 4601 Hyland Avenue, San Jose, 95127 408-258-7677 | www.sjvsj.org Open House: Jan. 25, 10am-1pm St. Leo the Great School (PK-8) 1051 West San Fernando Street San Jose, 95126 408-293-4846 | www.stleosj.org Open House: Jan. 25, 10:30am-1pm St. Martin of Tours School (TK-8) 300 O’Connor Drive, San Jose, 95128 408-287-3630 | www.stmartinsj.org St. Patrick School (Transitional K, K-8) 51 North Ninth Street, San Jose, 95112 408-283-5858 | www.stpatrickschool.org Open House: Jan. 28, 8:30am-1pm St. Victor School (K-8) 3150 Sierra Road, San Jose, 95132 408-251-1740 | www.stvictor.org/school Open House: Jan. 25, 10:15am-1:30pm

Resurrection School (Junior K, K-8) 1395 Hollenbeck Avenue, Sunnyvale, 94087 408-245-4571 | www.rescatholicschool.org Open House: Jan. 24, 1:30pm-4:30pm; Jan. 27, 9am-Noon; Apr. 15, 9am-11:30am

High Schools Archbishop Mitty High School (9-12; Co-Ed) 5000 Mitty Avenue, San Jose, 95129 408-252-6610 | www.mitty.com Bellarmine College Preparatory (9-12; All Boys) 960 West Hedding Street, San Jose, 95126 408-294-9224 | www.bcp.org Cristo Rey San Jose Jesuit High School (9-12; Co-Ed) 1390 Five Wounds Lane, San Jose, 95116 408-293-0425 | www.cristoreysanjose.org Notre Dame High School (9-12; All Girls) 596 South Second Street, San Jose, 95112 408-294-1113 | www.ndsj.org

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Presentation High School (9-12; All Girls) 2281 Plummer Avenue, San Jose, 95125 408-264-1664 | www.presentationhs.org

Holy Family School (PK-8) 4850 Pearl Avenue, San Jose, 95136 408-978-1355 | www.hfsj.org Open House: Jan. 28, 5pm-7pm

St. Clare School (K-8) 725 Washington Street, Santa Clara, 95050 408-246-6797 | www.stclareschool.org Open House: Jan. 25, 9:30am-1pm

St. Francis High School (9-12; Co-Ed) 1885 Miramonte Avenue, Mountain View, 94040 650-968-1213 | www.sfhs.com

Holy Spirit School (PK-8) 1198 Redmond Avenue, San Jose, 95120 408-268-0794 | www.holyspirit-school.org PK-8 Open House: Jan. 25, 9am-1pm Classroom Observations: Jan. 28, 8:30am-11:30am PK-5 Open House: Apr. 22, 6pm-7:30pm

St. Justin School (PK-8) 2655 Homestead Road, Santa Clara, 95051 408-248-1094 | www.stjustinschool.org Open House: Jan. 25, 10am-Noon

St. Lawrence Academy (9-12; Co-Ed) 2000 Lawrence Court, Santa Clara, 95051 408-296-3013 | www.saintlawrenceacademy.com

Most Holy Trinity School (PK-8) 1940 Cunningham Avenue, San Jose, 95122 408-729-3431 | www.mht-school.org Open House: Jan. 25, 9am-1pm Queen of Apostles School (PK-8) 4950 Mitty Way, San Jose, 95129 408-252-3659 | www.qofa-school.org Open House: Jan. 25, 10am-1pm; Mar. 1, 10am-12:30pm; Apr. 12, 10am-12:30pm Sacred Heart Nativity Schools (6-8) 310 Edwards Avenue, San Jose 95110 408-993-1293 | www.shnativity.org

St. Lawrence Elementary and Middle School (PK-8) 1977 Saint Lawrence Drive, Santa Clara, 95051 408-296-2260 | www.saintlawrence.org Open House: Jan. 25, 11am-1:30pm Private Tours: By appointment Shadow Day: Call for availability

Saratoga Sacred Heart School (PK-8) 13718 Saratoga Avenue, Saratoga, 95070 408-867-9241 | school.sacredheartsaratoga.org Pre K-8th Open House: Jan. 25, 10am-1pm Private Tours: Year round by appointment

» For updates, visit www.dsj.org/openhouse

Providing a 21st-century Catholic education in a nurturing environment through Faith, Knowledge, Leadership and Community.

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LEGAL CLASSIFIEDS ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 115CV270022 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Juan Jesus Lugo and Jessica Naranjo Saucedo. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Juan Jesus Lugo and Jessica Naranjo Saucedo, have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Juan Jesus Lugo to Juan Jesus Velazquez b. Jessica Naranjo Saucedo to Jessica Velazquez. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the pe-

tition for change of name should not be granted on 02/17/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

September 25, 2014 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 115CV275497 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Siriphorn Phonisay. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Siriphorn Phonisay, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Siriphorn Phonisay to Siriphorn Inklar.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below

to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/12/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 13, 2015 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV274703 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Cecilia N. Mendoza and Kenney Latigue. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Cecilia N. Mendoza and Kenney Latigue, have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Jaekob Jesse Latigue Mendoza to Jaekon Jesse Mendoza. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 04/28/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 18, 2014 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 115CV270022 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Frankie Tellez and James Garcia.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Frankie Tellez and James Garcia, have filed a peti-

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com tion for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.Giovanni Marino Tellez to Giovanni Mariano Napolitano b. Frankie Tellez to Frankie Napolitano.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/12/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 12, 2015 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV274673 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Stacy Deborah Ley White. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Stacy Deborah Ley White, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Stacy Deborah Ley White to Stacy Deborah Ley Salciccia. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 04/28/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 18, 2014 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF

NAME NO. 115CV275488 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Sophanna Chum. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Sophanna Chum, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Sophanna Chum to Sophon Marion Chum. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/12/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 12, 2015 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 115CV2755357 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Oriel Michael Bar. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Oriel Michael Bar, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Oriel Michael Bar to Ori Michael Bar. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/05/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 8, 2015 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; Feb-

ruary 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV275111 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Kaitlyn Tsaisuan Chang. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Kaitlyn Tsaisuan Chang, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Kaitlyn Tsaisuan Chang to Kaitlyn Yinsuan Chang.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/05/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 31, 2014 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 115CV275377 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Jose E. Faria. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Jose E. Faria, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Beverly Capito Favio to Beverly Adelai Faria b.

Beverly Capito Farias to Beverly Adelai Farian c.

Beverly Ortiz Lesiov to Beverly Adelai Faria. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/12/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four suc-

JANUARY 16 -22, 2015 cessive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 8, 2015 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 60080 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Academia 51, 851 Vine St. San Jose, CA 95110, Santa Clara Co. Luis V. Alba 851 Vine St. San Jose, CA 95110. This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Luis V. Alba January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 01/08/2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 599910 The following person(s) is(are) doing business,1.

Wingman Events 2.

Dishcawl 31 N. 2nd St. Suite 260 San Jose, CA 95113, Santa Clara Co. Battledish Inc. 31 N. 2nd St. Suite 260 San Jose, CA. This business is conducted by a corporation; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Tracy Lee Founder/CEO January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 01/06/2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 600261 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Lovebirds Deco 3277 S. White Rd. Suite #277 San Jose, CA 95148, Santa Clara Co. Tiara Lee 3595 Springbrook Ave. San Jose CA 95148. This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name

or names listed hereon, 01/14/2015 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.”

(A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Tiara Lee January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 01/14/2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 600255 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Avila Janitorial 377 Willow St. Apt. 306 San Jose, CA 95125, Santa Clara Co. Miguel Avila 377 Willow Street Apt. 306 San Jose, CA 95125. This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Miguel Avila January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 01/14/2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 599746 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, D. Cache 2 beauty Salon 883 Borrega Ave Suite 104 Sunnyvale, CA 94085, Santa Clara Co. Jose J. Raya Gonzalez 204 Sierra Vista Ave. Mountain View, CA 94043. This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Jose Junior Raya G. January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 12/30/2014.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV269729 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Amanda Ersoy. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Amanda Ersoy, has filed

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JANUARY 16 -22, 2015 a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Amanda Ersoy to Amanda Marie. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/05/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 5, 2015 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV271401 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Kalley Roschell Ehlers. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Kalley Roschell Ehlers, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Kalley Roschell Ehlers to Kalley Roschell Wade. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 02/17/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

October 2, 2014 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV275230 Superior Court of California, County of Santa

Clara-In the matter of the application of: Khoa Thinh Mai Tran. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Khoa Thinh Mai Tran, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Khoa Thinh Mai Tran to Tim Tran. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/05/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

January 5, 2015 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV275026 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Tej B. Gurung. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Tej B. Gurung, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Tej B. Gurung to Amulya Gurung. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 04/28/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 29, 2014 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 114CV275083 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Pyeong Sik Jeon, Hyo Jeong Yoon, Kyung Won Jeon. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Pyeong Sik Jeon, Hyo Jeong Yoon, Kyung Won Jeon, have filed a petition for Change of Names with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a Pyeong Sik Jeon to James Leon b. Hyo Jeong Yoon to Linda Jeon c. Kyung Won Jeon to Edna Jeon. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 05/05/2015 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of Santa Clara.

December 30, 2014 Aaron Persky Judge of the Superior Court January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 599465 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, 1.

Unique Outdoor Living 2.

BBQDEAL 2096 Stone Ave. #1 San Jose, CA 95125, Santa Clara Co. Recess Enterprises Inc. 2096 Stone Ave. #1 San Jose, CA 95125. This business is conducted by a corporation; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, 08/29/2006 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Rosa Loayza President January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 12/18/2014.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 599711 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Eco-Steam Team 14150 Woodhaven Dr. San Jose, Ca 95127, Santa Clara Co. Andrew Portillo 2322 Elkins Way San Jose, Ca 95121. This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Andrew Portillo January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 12/29/2014.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 599982 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Fiesta Cajun House 3840 Monterey Rd. San Jose, Ca 95111-3401, Santa Clara Co. Katia Belinda Reyes 961 Meridian Ave San Jose, CA 95126. This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, 01/06/2015 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Katia Belinda Reyes January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 01/07/2015.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 599915 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Medical Pavilion Pharmacy 9460 No Name Uno Ste 100 Gilroy CA 95020, Santa Clara Co. Gurpartap Singh Basrai 43650 Vista del Mar Fremont, CA 94539. This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, 01/01/2015 “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.”

(A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Gurpartap Singh January 9, 16, 23, 30, 2015 This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 01/06/2015.

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The Annual California Democratic Party Convention elections were held in San José’s UFCW Hall on Market Street this past Saturday the 10th. Pictured are the lines outside of the voting place, as well as Council woman Magdalena Carrasco of District 5, with Monica Amador of El Observador.

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GREEN LIVING

Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss EARTHTALK

The development and widespread adoption of so-called “antibiotics”—drugs that kill

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bacteria and thereby reduce infection—has helped billions of people live longer, healthier lives. But all this tinkering with nature hasn’t come without a cost. The more we rely on antibiotics, the more bacteria develop resistance to them, which

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makes treating infections that much more challenging.

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), overuse of antibiotics by humans— such as for the mistreatment of viral infections—means these important drugs are less effective for all of us. Besides the toll on our health, researchers estimate that antibiotic resistance causes Americans upwards of $20 billion in additional healthcare costs every year, stemming from the treatment of otherwise preventable infections.

A bigger issue, though, is our growing reliance on feeding antibiotics to livestock for growth promotion, weight gain and to treat, control and prevent disease. This increasingly common practice is a significant factor in

the emergence of antibioticresistant bacteria, which the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) acknowledges can get passed onto humans who eat food from treated animals. The non-profit Environmental Working Group (EWG) reports that the majority of the ground beef and ground turkey, sold in the typical American grocery store, contains antibioticresistant bacteria.

Last year, 26 animal pharmaceutical companies voluntarily complied with an FDA request to re-label medically important antibiotics used in food-producing animals to warn against using them for growth promotion and weight gain. FDA also recommended that medically important antibiotics be prescribed by licensed veterinarians and only to treat, control and prevent disease. “We

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need to be selective about the drugs we use in animals and when we use them,” says William Flynn of the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine.

“Antimicrobial resistance may not be completely preventable, but we need to do what we can to slow it down.”

Still some worry that the FDA’s action doesn’t go far enough, given that farmers will still be able to administer antibiotics to their livestock for disease prevention. The fact that more and more livestock operations are switching over to Animal Feeding Operations (AFOs), whereby animals are confined in crowded enclosures (instead of allowed to graze at pasture), means that antibiotics will play an increasingly important role in disease prevention.

For its part, the FDA argues

that since veterinarians need to authorize antibiotic use for disease prevention, farmers and ranchers are less likely to overuse antibiotics for their livestock populations. The same can be said about doctors’ limiting the prescription of antibiotics for their human patients. But only time will tell whether such newfound restraint is enough in the fast evolving arms race between bacteria and our antibiotics.

Of course, consumers can do their part by avoiding antibiotic medications unless absolutely necessary, and eating less meat (or giving it up entirely) to help reduce demand.

CONTACTS: CDC, www. cdc.gov; EWG, www.ewg. org; FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine, www.fda.gov/ AnimalVeterinary.

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ARTS & CULTURE

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•Stills from the episode include Scully referring to the love triangle as a telenovela (right), and Mulder listening to some cultural insight from agent Lozano (left).

Photos courtesy Netflix.

Arturo Hilario EL OBSERVADOR I’ve been engaged in a show which I recently rediscovered thanks to the power of the Netflix streaming service.

The X Files, an American Science Fiction Drama that ran from 1993-2002, follows the lives of two FBI agents, Fox Mulder (David Duchovny) and Dana Scully (Gillian Anderson), who are involved with the special, and secretive, paranormal wing of the bureau.

One episode that grabbed my attention from the title alone was “El Mundo Gira”. It is the eleventh episode of the fourth season of the series. It premiered on Fox on January 12, 1997, 18 years ago this week. The Netflix description of the episode goes as follows: “A community of migrant workers attributes several strange deaths to El Chupacabra -- a creature straight out of Mexican Folklore.”

The next portion of my interest stemmed from the terms “migrant workers” and “El Chupacabra”. My first thought was how in 1993 would this series tackle things such as the undocumented, and how would a premise based on a creature of Mexican/US border descent be intertwined

into this? Would it be very political? Would someone ultimately yell “migra!” when it’s just two FBI agents looking for aliens?

The episode proceeds in similar fashion to many others in the series’ run, a procedural detective drama where the agents look for clues and investigate leads, to really decide if a story or situation really can be traced to paranormal roots. Agent Mulder is the believer, agent Scully is initially hired to disprove him with her knowledge of science and medicine.

In the case of “El Mundo Gira”, it adds hispanic telenovela to the mix.

Looking up the production notes for this particular episode, I found that the writer of the episode, while living in Los Angeles, was inspired by seeing the long lines of undocumented workers in the areawhile working as a computer programmer. He then mixed this imagery with an alien fungus.

The episode takes place in the San Joaquin Valley, close to Fresno, California. It is a story of a murder investigation with odd details.

The telenovela aspect begins with a love triangle between two brothers, Eladio

and Soledad Buentes and Soledad’s darling girl, Maria Dorantes.

A strange yellow rain takes over the camp where many campesinos live, and Eladio gets infected by this mysterious fungus, which rapidly takes over and kills any animal or human being.

the story of the Chupacabra.

Agent Lozano at one point quips that the undocumented workers just want to believe in the folklore because it takes their mind off of their own reality. When Mulder suggests

they try to find the sick Eladio to try and stop more killings, he replies “my mother used to say that blood should be left to cleanse itself. God curses the man who stands between two brothers.” In the end,

both brothers live, but escape and are presumably never heard from again, although are still carrying the infection.

Case closed, and some culture glazed over. Still, makes for entertaining television.

Eladio unknowingly kills Maria, causing his brother to hunt him through the city for vengeance for his love Maria.

Mulder cries alien substance while Scully tries to use a local research lab to find the reason behind this occurrence.

Throughout the episode, there is a sense of distrust between the undocumented workers and the law, who at first run around hiding in their makeshift town in the outskirts of the city because they believe the paranormal detectives are the dreaded migra. Sprinkled throughout is the tragic love story of the two brothers and vengeance for the presumed murder of the girl.

One of the more interesting characters is an almost anti immigrant MexicanAmerican INS agent named Conrad Lozano. He serves as a “translator of culture” to agent Mulder, describing the beliefs of the people and why they are so enthralled by

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ENTERTAINMENT

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•Congratulations to “Jane the Virgin” star Gina Rodriguez for her nomination and Golden Globe-win, picking up the award for best performance by an actress in a television series - musical or comedyfor her portrayal of Jane on the hit CW show. “The nomination alone was a win for me because it allowed our culture, it allowed Latinos to see themselves in a beautiful light.” (Photo Courtesy Wikipedia/Flickr).

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•Argentine actor Ignacio Serrichio plays the gay wedding planner Edmundo in “The Wedding Ringer”. Photo: Screen Gems

Israel Imru SPECIAL TO EL OBSERVADOR The Wedding Ringer follows the extremely bankable star Kevin Hart as he runs a “best man service” for grooms. The film’s star, Josh Gad, plays Doug Harris, a groom-to-be who lacks the social ammo to actually have his own best man. Enter Kevin Hart and his service. The hilarious duo must contain their ever-growing web of lies as they plan for the most important night of Doug’s life.

A pair of strong leads is often enough to carry a movie through the length of the story, but a strong supporting cast can help tip the film onto a much higher plane. In the film, we have Argentinianborn soap-opera star Ignacio Serricchio being featured as a character that he created

himself, a gay wedding planner named Edmundo. Serricchio’s ability to keep up with the hilarious pace of the movie is extremely impressive and really demonstrates how much fun and control the actors were given on set.

Not surprisingly, Serricchio has stated that this was not his first venture out into the comedy world, having done some comedic roles in theater. He even shared with us that he tried his hand a bit on stand-up. He told us that he “loves comedy” and that he would love to continue in the field, stating that he was even “writing a sitcom”.

He was gushing at the wonderful time he had on set with his co-stars and that it was “most fun (he had) in a movie”. Serricchio believes the end product came out strong and enjoyable because of the chemistry the team had on-and-off the set. He

said, “Everyone was always on” and that the “director created a nice environment” for them to have a blast. They “found each other funny and enjoyed each other” which creates the sort of on-screen presence that allows a funny movie to be hilarious.

When asked what his favorite moment on set was, Ignacio mentioned that Cloris Leachman told him that while she was watching the actors on set, “she was focused on (him)”. Serricchio was still gushing. This actress was, to him, “the funniest woman ever” and here she was giving him a “huge compliment about (his) comedic performance”.

The Wedding Ringer is out in theaters now so be sure to look out for rising star Ignacio Serricchio’s incredible, and Leachman-endorsed performance.

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VIBRAS

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Aries

Libra

Cómo has batallado en los últimos meses, y que vueltas ha dado la vida, y seguirán las vueltas de la rueda de la fortuna, pero esta vez te toca ganar. Serás muy afortunado y correspondido totalmente en el amor. Tu amuleto de suerte para este año es el collar blanco de Obatalá.

Enero trae independencia, buena salud y bienestar para ti, no obstante tendrás que mantener alto el positivismo que te caracteriza porque ocurrirán situaciones caóticas a tu alrededor, pero al final siempre le encontrarás la solución a todo. El buda de la felicidad será tu mejor amuleto para el 2015.

Tauro

Escorpio

Lo más importante del mes será que tu salud será tocada por el espíritu de la sanación y verás ante tus ojos como se desvanecen problemas tuyos y también problemas de la familia.

Tu amuleto para la suerte en el dinero y el amor este año es el pentagrama o estrella de cinco puntas.

La buena energía que proyectes le servirá de inspiración a los demás. Por medio de sueños tendrás revelaciones que te alertarán acerca de grandes decisiones que habrás de tomar y sobre sacudidas que han de ocurrir en el planeta. Tu amuleto para la suerte y el amor es el cuarzo rosa.

Géminis

Sagitario

Te espera mucho trabajo y esfuerzo, cosa que es una gran bendición en esos tiempos de crisis. Económicamente contarás con buenos ingresos y lograrás deshacerte de varias deudas.

En el amor ve con cuidado. Para buena la buena suerte financiera usa como amuleto una piedra jade.

El amor y el romance serán los sectores más afortunados para ti durante este mes. Finalmente te entregarás a otra persona y le encontrarás el sentido que quieres y que siempre has querido para tu vida. Reflexiona antes de dar tus opiniones. Tu amuleto de suerte es la piedra citrina.

Cáncer

Capricornio

Dejarás atrás el ayer, ahora vivirás el presente y en ese presente irán apareciendo Ángeles en tu camino, que no permitirá que nada malo te ocurra. Realizarás trámites y mucho papeleo en este mes. La medalla de San Benito es un amuleto que te traerá mucha suerte y te librará de peligros..

Deberás solucionar una situación que envuelve documentos, esto se resolverá con la cooperación de un amigo con el que siempre puedes contar. Es muy probable que decidas aislarte un poco. Para la suerte y el dinero utiliza como amuleto una estampita de San Martín Caballero.

Leo

Acuario

En el trabajo todo se mantendrá estable, se aconseja que seas muy prudente porque aparecerá un par de propuestas muy tentadoras, pero a la larga se pueden convertirse en una pesadilla. Para que tu vida romántica florezca, usa como amuleto el collar amarillo y dorado de Oshún.

Al fin acaba la racha de malos ratos y sufrimientos. La economía se mantendrá con altibajos, pero para ti siempre habrá cosecha. Este será un mes que siempre mantendrás en tu banco de memorias, porque algo verdaderamente maravilloso te sucederá. Tu amuleto de suerte es la cruz de caravaca.

Virgo Lo mejor es que durante este mes, no tomes decisiones que involucren cambios radicales. Aunque el cambio significa progreso para muchos, en tu caso no será así. Viajes y visitas a sitios que desconoces estarán en tu agenda. Para la salud y la suerte utiliza como amuleto una estampita de la Virgen de la Merced.

Piscis Tendrás que tratar con gente difícil, almitas desubicadas y poco evolucionadas, no permitas que te afecten con su falta de juicio y poco sentido común. El sector más beneficiado en tu vida durante enero, será el trabajo. ¡Espera una sorpresa! Tu amuleto para la suerte es la piedra amatista.

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EDUCATION

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•Los estándares de “Common Core” ponen más énfasis en razonamiento analítico y análisis que en los Estándares del Estado de California.

Veronica Avendano COLABORACION ESPECIAL DE EL OBSERVADOR Y NEW AMERICA MEDIA San Jose CALIFORNIA Para Juddson Taube, profesor de inglés de escuela secundaria, el cambio en California al Common Core [Estándares estatales esenciales comunes] ha significado que ya no tiene que sentirse como un “vendedor” en su clase.

“Convencer a los alumnos de que lean novelas enteras es difícil, es realmente difícil conseguir que los muchachos se interesen por el contenido y lean los libros enteros”, dice Taube, 33. “A lo mejor, el 50 por ciento de los muchachos leían la novela entera”. Anteriormente, Taube enseñaba la clase -- en la cual muchos de los alumnos no hablaban inglés como primer idioma -- con obras clásicas como Fahrenheit 451, el Gran Gatsby o El Guardián en el Centeno, por decir algu-

nas. Las últimas dos solían ser más populares entre los alumnos, pero desde que se cambiaron al Common Core se han sustituido muchas de estas por ensayos de no ficción e incluso por clips de Internet de las páginas de medios informativos o sociales.

Sin embargo, desde entonces, Taube dice que ha visto aumentos impresionantes en el número de alumnos que conectan con el material e incluso en el número de alumnos que entregan sus tareas. Taube es maestro en la Latino College Prep Academy, una escuela subvencionada en East San José y parte del distrito escolar de East Side Union High School District. La escuela abrió en 2001 y se dedica a la gran comunidad inmigrante de hispano-hablantes en la zona. La escuela matriculó a 450 estudiantes este año -- el 95 por ciento de ellos de bajos ingresos y el 70 por ciento alumnos de idioma inglés.

En California, las tasas de logros académicos entre latinos quedaban tradicio-

nalmente detrás de otras comunidades. Ese es especialmente el caso para los alumnos de idioma inglés, que ahora conforman una cuarta parte de la población de las escuelas públicas del estado.

Pero el método en LCPA -que incluye una plantilla que es principalmente bilingüe -- ha dado unos resultados impresionantes. Según la página web de la escuela, más del 90 por ciento de los estudiantes de 12º grado escolar que se graduaron pasaron a las universidades de dos o cuatro años que ellos eligieron.”

Una tarde no hace mucho, los estudiantes de 12º grado escolar analizan en una de las clases de inglés del Sr. Taube múltiples artículos para un ensayo que tienen que escribir sobre sus opiniones de los medios sociales, algo que los estudiantes usan todos los días. Taube dice que la lección es un ejemplo de cómo el Common Core permite a los profesores incorporar las vidas de los estudiantes en la clase, conectando sus experiencias cotidianas con sus

estudios. California adoptó el Common Core en 2010.

Los distritos por todo el estado han estado trabajando desde entonces para implementar los nuevos estándares, un cambio considerable que incluye todo desde capacitación de los profesores hasta el desarrollo de nuevos materiales curriculares y mejoras en la capacidad tecnológica de las escuelas antes de las convocatorias en primavera de los nuevos exámenes estandarizados que están alineados con el Common Core.

Los estándares ponen más énfasis en razonamiento analítico y análisis que en los Estándares del Estado de California previos y requieren que los estudiantes no solo tengan la respuesta sino que también puedan explicar el proceso. Para los alumnos de idioma inglés eso significa más uso del lenguaje y un vocabulario más sofisticado.

Pero los estudiantes en LCPA parecen recibir bien el reto.

Ruben Martínez de 17 años

es un estudiante de 12º grado escolar allí. Dice que pasó años frustrado por cómo los maestros en la primaria intentaban que aprendiera inglés. “Me irritaba porque se esperaba que aprendiera un idioma repitiendo una y otra vez las mismas lecciones que ya había aprendido”.

Su compañero de clase, Sergio Moreno de 17 años, está de acuerdo. Dice que antes de ir a la LCPA se aburría tanto en clase que frecuentemente terminaba portándose mal. “Hacía travesuras, cualquier cosa, probablemente los maestros me castigaban, pero lo continuaba haciendo”. Ambos dicen que desde que asisten a la LCPA sus calificaciones han ido mejorando, algo a lo que dan crédito por la manera de enseñar de la escuela.

Según un estudio reciente del grupo de abogacía por la educación, Education Trust-West, las escuelas de California como la LCPA que han sido proactivas en implementar el Common Core han mostrado mejoras im-

presionantes en la educación de sus grupos de alumnos de idioma inglés.

El estudio encuestó a casi 300 escuelas de todo el estado con más de 100 alumnos de idioma inglés y mientras que sus autores reconocieron que los nuevos estándares sí plantean nuevos retos para este grupo, también destacaron que las escuelas que mostraron los mejores resultados eran aquellas que mantenían los mismos criterios altos para los alumnos de idioma inglés que para los otros estudiantes.

David Devia de 17 años emigró de Colombia a los ocho años. Ahora es un estudiantes de 12º grado escolar en la LCPA y dice que ha podido salir poco a poco del camino de alumno de idioma inglés y ahora se siente “más cómodo” con el inglés de nivel de la escuela secundaria.

“Antes no tenía la posibilidad de seguir el ritmo de los otros estudiantes...ahora sí, y a veces incluso puedo ser el líder”.

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Hyundai Semi-Autonomous Cars

One of the most interesting things I saw at CES was the Hyundai list of “production ready” features for its semi-autonomous cars. Human/machine partnerships are evolving quickly.

SHELLY PALMER Editor’s note: The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is a yearly trade show, which began in 1967, in which the newest and most anticipated technologies and advancements are showcased. The event attracts major companies as well as industry professionals worldwide. Many of the technologies eventually are released for sale, while some more abstract technologies are simply there to showcase the possibilities of hardware, or future uses for emerging technology. This past week marked the 48th iteration of CES in Las Vegas.

I loved CES this year. (The 2015 International CES®). Everything about it was interesting, awesome and inspiring, except... the traffic, the shuttle queues and the cab lines. Here’s a quick, very short list of things that got my undivided attention this year.

LG 77EG9700 OLED UHD 4K

Dell Venue 8 7000 Series Tablet – Winner of the 2015 CES “Best of Innovation” award.

This 8.4” with a 2560 x 1600 OLED infinity display and an Intel® RealSense™ Snapshot Depth Camera. This super think tablet allows you to manipulate pictures like a Lytro Camera, apply real time filters to layers of a picture based upon depth and actually measure distances between objects in your pictures. Strongly love!

77” CLASS UHD 4K SMART 3D CURVED OLED TV W/ WEBOS -- OLED Screens feature an infinite contrast ratio and a practically infinite color space. In other words, this is the best TV picture you have seen in a production model television. Awesome!

The Giroptic 360cam Want to shoot incredible 360 degree content for VR, the Giroptic 360cam is for you!

Breathtaking, easy to use and affordable.

Samsung JS9500 S/UHD TV ChefJet™ and ChefJet™Pro The world’s first kitchen-ready food 3D printer. The ChefJet Pro 3D printer is a full-color, large format printer with a build volume of 10x14x8”. ChefJet Pro printable materials include: chocolate, vanilla, mint, sour apple, cherry and watermelon, all of which can be printed in full-color. Tasty!

Samsung JS9500 series is a new concept in UHD or 4K technology. According to Samsung, “Utilizing Samsung’s proprietary, eco-friendly nano-crystal technology and intelligent SUHD remastering picture quality engine, Samsung SUHD TVs demonstrate groundbreaking advances in contrast, brightness, color reproduction, and detail to deliver an overall superior picture quality experience.” According to me, the picture looks amazing!

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