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Cinequest Film Festival February 26th-March 5th Various Locations in Downtown San Jose For information on events and film show times visit http://www.cinequest.org/

Valentine’s Super Love Jam February 8th 7:30pm HP Pavilion at San Jose 525 W. Santa Clara, San Jose, CA 95113 $27.50-$37.50 ticketmaster.com The Beerwalk February 9th 12:00pm-5:00pm Japantown San Jose

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Santa Clara library to offer workshops on filling out FAFSA

El Senador Yee hace declaración de sobre Boy Scouts de America El Senador Yee de San Francisco hizo una declaración por el retraso en los Boy Scouts de América decisión con respecto a los gays. La organización Boy Scouts ha frenado la decisión de permitir que los homosexuales sean iguales en el grupo. En octubre del año pasado Ryan Andresen no se le permitió ganar una medalla porque él es gay.

El Senador Yee dijo que no debería ser un tema complejo sobre esto.

Se trata de un simple como tener los Boy Scouts detener su discriminación.

San Jose Sharks vs. Phoenix Coyotes February 9th 1:00pm HP Pavilion at San Jose 525 W. Santa Clara, San Jose, CA 95113 $45-$250

Lunar New Year Community Day February 9th 11:00am-5:00pm San Jose Museum of Art 110 S. Market St. San Jose, CA 95113 (408) 294-2787

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The Santa Clara County Library District along with the Mission College Financial Aid Office will be having workshops on filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on three dates and three locations. Starting Monday February 11th at Saratoga Library, then Tuesday February 19th at Gilroy Library with the final being Monday February 25th at Milpitas Library. These 3 workshops will run from 6pm-8pm. More information can be found at (408) 299-5121.

San Jose Center for the Performing Arts San Jose, CA

Hector Guerra February 9th 10:00pm Make-Out Room SF 22nd St San Francisco, CA 94110 (415) 647-2888 $10

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167 E. Taylor St. San Jose, CA 95112 (408) 287-5225 $30-$38 http://www.brownpapertickets. com/event/309286 Ohlone College Super Flea Market Second Saturday of every month (February 9th) 8:00am-3:00pm Ohlone College Campus Bldg. #20 43600 Mission Blvd.

Fremont, CA 94539 (510) 659-6000 Some Day My Prince Will Come February 14th 7:00pm-10:00pm The Presidio of San Francisco 104 Montgomery Street, San Francisco, CA 94129 (415) 345-6800 $12 General/ $10 Members Successful Backyard Birdhouse February 23rd 10:00am-12:00pm Guadalupe Visitor and Education Center 438 Coleman Ave. San Jose, CA 95110 (408) 298-7657 $10-$15 Ages 18+ Rockage: San Jose 2.0 February 8th -10th 3:00pm San Jose Women’s Club 75 S. 11th St. San Jose, CA 95112 (408) 294-6919 $20-$30

Moveable Feast: Willow Glen Every Friday night 5:00pm-8:00pm VTA Curtner Light Rail Station Canoas Garden Ave & Curtner Ave, San Jose, CA 95125 The Jameel Prize: Art Inspired

by Islamic Tradition December 12th-March 10th 2013 11:00am-5:00pm Iris B. Gerald Cantor Center for Visual Arts 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford, CA 94305 (650) 723-4177 Free Admission “Video Quartet” November 14th-February 10th Cantor Arts Center @Stanford University 328 Lomita Drive Stanford, CA 94305 (650) 723-4177 Free Admission 2 Dollar Tuesday Art Sales Every 3rd Tuesday of the month KALEID Gallery 88 S 4th Street, San Jose, CA 95113 http://www.kaleidgallery.com/ Free Admission CPR Certification and Training Class February 19th 3:00pm San Jose American Heart Association Office 545 Meridian Ave., Suite E San Jose, CA 95126 (408) 724-9985 http://www. sanjosecprcertification.com/ $70

First proposal in space to happen on Valentine’s Day At the cost of 4990 Euros ($6,747.80 US) a French man has decided to be the first person to propose to his significant other via space. A helium-filled balloon filled with equipment to deploy the message and record every moment on video will rise to 30 kilometers in space where it will show a picture of the couple and the message of “will you marry me?” with Earth as a background. The company responsible will then create a montage from the recovered instrument and create a video for the couple.

Connie Martinez nombrado Director Ejecutivo del Consejo de las Artes de Silicon Valley El 6 de febrero de Silicon Valley Arts Council anunció Connie Martinez como nuevo líder de la organización. Como Director Ejecutivo que tratará de alcanzar los objetivos para 2013, que incluye la expansión y nuevos programas. Connie Martínez se desempeñó como Director Ejecutivo para los Niños Discovery Museum y co-fundador y CEO de primera ACT Silicon Valley.

FREE BOX Unity Day III March 23rd 11:00am-2:00pm Most Holy Trinity Church 2040 Nassau Drive & Cunningham Ave San Jose, CA 95122 (408) 729-0101 San Jose Job Fair February 13th 11:00am-2:00pm Doubletree Hotel San Jose 2050 Gateway Place San Jose, CA 95110 (702) 818-8896 Happiness Is-Exhibition January 25th-April 14th Montalvo Arts Center 15400 Montalvo Road Saratoga, CA 95070 (408) 961-5800 http://www.montalvoarts.org/ Free Sunday Yoga in the park Every Sunday 11:00am Dolores Park Dolores St. & 19th St. San Francisco, CA 94114

Electronics recycling collection 200 E. Santa Clara St., San Jose, CA 95109 (916) 617-2664 Free Piedmont Avenue Art Walk 3rd Thursday of every month 6:00pm-9:00pm Piedmont Avenue Oakland, CA Free Heart Screening for Children By appointment Valley Medical Center or family’s home www.infant-heart.com (408) 885-4415 Tattoo Removal the city helps youth remove tattoo, between 14 and 25 years of age 1694 Adrian Way San Jose, CA 95122 (408) 794-1660 Flea-for-All Saturdays March 2nd 5:00am San Jose Flea Market, 1590 Berryessa Rd. San Jose, CA 95133 (408) 453-1110

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IS THE CULTURE OF POVERTY INDUCED BY CULTURE?

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The ‘culture of poverty’ is a term coined by social anthropologists who studied Latinos in New York City’s Spanish Harlem, Puerto Rico, and Mexico. The education attainments of Latino kids may be impacted by a ‘culture of poverty’. Recently this subject became the topic of an Facebook. California’s Latinos must address it in order to acquire orientation and direction.

An impoverished family cannot provide its children with experiences in life that change outlooks, perceptions, and futures. The local “Chinese Club” at Washington Elementary School, SJUSD, spearheaded by Dennis Fong (Tropicana Shopping Center entrepreneur), has used Skype and student exchanges to dramatically change the views of that community concerning future possible opportunities. This program and others, supported by the Rotary Club of San Jose’s Los Amigos Committee, has expanded the personal experiences of 4th and 5th grade classes by using field trips to San Jose State University, theater events, courts, CCOC (Central County Occupational Center) where some 20 vocations are taught. The career possibilities become real and the usefulness of having skills in reading, writing, and math also become real to those kids who have these exposures.

An outcome is a higher level of focused motivation. The attitude of this school’s community has made a transition and transformation. It took a concerned leaders to accomplish that.

An individual’s personal attitude is paramount to the personal achievements possible here in America, where one can strive for a better life with personal liberty, coupled with responsibility, in a quest for a state of happiness. Many factors are involved. The ones that are publicly discussed are those having to do with commercial firms needing skilled, trained individuals capable of being productive employees.

The reality being faced with great reticence is that many public schools are failures today. Teachers, school administrators, and support personnel are not doing what it takes. Their efforts result in high drop out rates. Graduate are often not prepared to participate in an internship, apprenticeship, or pursue of a professional degree. There are too many who become ‘NEENIS’ (Not educated employees; not in school)….a term crafted by Professor Armando Sanchez, Counselor, National Hispanic University, San Jose, CA. Concerned parents try to compensate by transferring their kids to a local private school, parochial school, or charter school. There seems to be no way to get public schools to improve the education provided to our youth. But the quality of the graduates of public schools is a great index of the effectiveness of their education processes.

Yesterday Gloria, a local Latina grandmother, lamented the attitude of her grandchildren who believe that life will be good if they just finish high school. “They need guidance”. No, their parents need help in providing guidance to their kids about their future. What Gloria has done is to call attention to the reality that parents are often unable to counsel their kids because they have no knowl-

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edge about the intellectual needs of future jobs. They do tell their kids to work hard.

Kids must learn to work hard and smart.

Francis Morales, Teacher, Gary Unified School District (Indiana) conveyed the outcome of the extensive use of computer technology to instruct local ethnic students.

The students became very good in relating to computer programs and games, but had not developed the communications and social skills needed for interpersonal relationships on the job, in the family, or amongst friends.

It took even more resources to mitigate this unintended outcome. Morales said, “Be very careful not to use too much technology in teaching. The student must be able to live in a society, participate in local government, and earn his/her way in this theoretical meritocracy.”

Alearn, Inc. began six years ago to focus on low- income ethnic students (90% Latino) in order to teach algebra and convey information on college application procedures and processes. Their training classes happen as ‘summer sessions’ using existing school district classrooms. A high success level has been experienced measured by students who are admitted into 4 year college/university programs. However, an analysis of their successful operations indicates that success is greater when parents are engaged, involved and committed. Alearn is about to undertake a ‘marketing effort’ to reach parents. One outcome is certain….if youth do not acquire training and skills useful to commerce, they will not escape their ‘culture of poverty’. A focus is on education of kids from an impoverished community. A question which needs to be addressed is “Is the Culture of Poverty induced by Poverty?”

Cinthia Rodríguez EL OBSERVADOR Quiero decir que el amor es algo hermoso, pero una cosa es decirlo y otra es realmente creerlo. Odio lo confuso que puede ser el amor, pero quiero decirles que estoy tratando y eso es lo menos que puedo hacer. Me estoy dando cuenta mientras escribo que tal vez no estoy en mi sano juicio al tratar de hablar sobre el amor ya que el día de San Valentín está por llegar, pero tal vez esto es lo que necesito.

Mi mamá es muy dulce, ella me envía una tarjeta de San Valentín diciéndome lo mucho que me ama y lo orgullosa que está de mí. Realmente aprecio detalles pequeños como esos

aunque yo no participo en la celebración del Día de San Valentín. Así que si tienes una hija o un hijo que ya no vive con ustedes, envíen una nota linda, o si ustedes tienen a alguien que realmente le importa, recuérdele que alguien por ahí se preocupa por ellos. Confíe en mí, le hará su día o tal vez la semana entera.

Aunque yo no soy una gran fan de esta fiesta que algunas personas toman demasiado en serio, como comprometerse, casarse, etc., etc. me gusta la idea de que se nos recuerde sobre el amor y lo que significa. Lo que es el amor por la familia y amigos, no necesariamente tiene que ser acerca de tu pareja, si es que tienes una.

Yo por el momento estoy en la búsqueda pero eso es el algo que me puede tomar un periódico entero para explicar, simplemente lo dejare así, la búsqueda sigue.

Ahora bien, si estás en una relación y celebras, creo que deberías hablar con tu pareja y hacérselo saber así no te desilusionas cuando no

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recibes nada porque no se lo comunicaste. Si una persona le gusta tener una cena especial o simplemente pasar el tiempo, te sugiero que además le compres algo que sea significativo o muéstrale como te sientes a tu manera.

A mi no me gusta la entrega de chocolates y flores, es mejor hacer eso en cualquier otro día, pienso que será más significativo. Eso sí, no te vuelvas loco pensándolo, si crees que tu pareja desea una cosa así de cliché entonces hazlo. Pónganse de acuerdo en conseguir el uno al otro un pequeño regalo o no celebren el día de San Valentín.

No estoy de acuerdo con los que según no celebran esta festividad pero salen con amigos para “contra festejar” el día, es lo mismo celebran de cualquier manera. Mejor ten el valor de preguntarle a esa chava en la que siempre piensas y así tendrás algo de que hablar cuando salgas con tu amigos si es que ella te rechaza. No seas como yo, temerosa de que llegue el amor. ¡

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Attorney General Kamala D. Harris Sues Standard & Poor’s for Inflated Ratings that Caused Investors to Lose Billions SAN FRANCISCO Attorney General Kamala D. Harris today filed a lawsuit against one of the nation’s major credit rating companies for inflating its ratings of structured finance investments, which caused California’s public pension funds and other investors to lose billions of dollars.

The complaint, filed today in San Francisco Superior Court, alleges that the McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc. and Standard and Poor’s Financial Services LLC violated the False Claims Act and other state laws by using a ratings process based on what senior executives described as “magic numbers” and “guesses.” “For years, S&P

placed its priority on maintaining its market share, instead of the investors who trusted in its supposedly objective ratings,” said Attorney General Harris. “When the housing bubble burst, S&P’s house of cards collapsed and California paid the price—in billions. S&P must be held accountable for its conduct that contributed to one of our country’s worst financial crises.”

Investors relied on S&P and its competitors to rate these securities because they had access to only general descriptions of the assets backing their investments, which often included mortgages. California’s public pension funds also relied on S&P because they are often required to buy securities

that received a coveted “AAA” rating, signaling that the investment was top-tier and bore minimal risk.

The complaint alleges that, from 2004 to 2007, S&P systematically misrepresented to the public, and to CalPERS and CalSTRS, that its ratings of structured finance securities were based on an independent, objective and reliable analysis, and not influenced by S&P’s economic interests.In doing so, S&P lowered its standards for rating securities to gain market share and increase profits, and violated the False Claims Act by making false statements about the nature and risk of investments. The complaint also describes the company’s efforts to suppress the development of new and more accurate ratings models.

¿Estás embarazada? ¿Acabas de tener un bebé? ¿Tienes hijos menores de 5 años? ¿Tienes ingresos limitados?

Servicios sin costo incluyen: Cheques para comprar alimentos como: Frutas y verduras frescas, leche, queso, huevos, tortillas, pan y cereal integrales y comidas para el bebé.

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In mid-2007, the housing bubble burst. After securities that S&P had deemed the least risky began defaulting, S&P downgraded many residential mortgage backed securities investments. The market collapsed, and of those securities issued in 2007, more than 90 percent were downgraded to junk status.

The California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and the California State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) – two of the nation’s largest institutional investors – lost approximately $1 billion.

Attorney General Harris today joined the U.S. Department of Justice and 12

other states and the District of Columbia in announcing lawsuits in Washington, D.C. The other lawsuits allege violations of the federal Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery and Enforcement Act and state unfair competition laws.

However, California’s suit is unique because it is being filed not only under California’s unfair competition laws but also under the state’s False Claims Act. This suit includes a claim for triple damages – because when the state makes a purchase based on a false statement, the defendant is responsible for the amount lost times three.

The lawsuit arises from a 20-month investigation into

the issuance and rating of mortgage-backed securities

by Attorney General Harris’s California Mortgage Fraud Strike Force, which she formed in May 2011 to comprehensively investigate misconduct in the mortgage industry. The Attorney General’s additional efforts to investigate the mortgage crisis include securing an estimated $18 billion for California in the National Mortgage Settlement and sponsoring the California Homeowner Bill of Rights, a package of laws instituting permanent mortgage-related reforms.

The complaint is attached to the online version of this press release at:

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Buy Your State Parks Annual Pass On Your State Tax Return Form CALIFORNIA Californians can now purchase their California State Parks Annual Pass on their state income tax return. It is a new option than makes the process quick and easy.

This new option was created through the California State Park Stewardship Act of 2012 (AB 1589), a new state law authored by former state Assemblyman Jared Huffman, D-San Rafael. The pass costs $195 and allows passenger vehicles of up to nine passengers into 130 California State Parks for a year after its issue date. The “Contributions” section of the 540 and 540a tax forms contain a new line to enter the price of the parks pass.

In addition, there is a tax deduction option in this new program. Any additional donation over the $195 for the pass is seen as a tax-deductible contribution that will reduce the tax liability of the donor and provide needed support to the park system.

The additional donation will be allocated to the State Parks Protection Fund, where it will be used to address deferred maintenance projects and otherwise enhance visitors’ park experiences.

The California State Park Stewardship Act of 2012 mandates that the Department develops a prioritized action plan for solving budget challenges, explore alternative revenue streams, limit the number of state park

closures and establish the Annual Pass option on the tax forms. The funding generated from the tax form and donation option will be used in combination with funding recently appropriated by the Governor and the Legislature to help replace the General Fund reductions to the State Parks’ budget over the past ten years and more. In addition, it is hoped this option will contribute toward the deferred maintenance backlog of more than $1.3 billion dollars that goes back twenty years and more.

For more information on the State Parks Protection Fund, visit: http://www.parks.ca.gov/annualpass.

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Empleador $2.66 por hora a Can Improving Your Finances trabajadores que trajo de México Improve Your Romance?

Juez ordena a Bloom Energy Corp. pago de salarios retroactivos, daños y multas

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(STATEPOINT) Talking about money can be difficult. While we’re taught to avoid the potentially sensitive topic in polite conversation, there’s at least one person with whom you need to be able to have frequent and honest financial conversations -- your partner or spouse.

This Valentine’s Day, take the opportunity to strengthen your relationship by understanding what drives your partner’s financial decisions. While experts say it may not always be possible to agree on everything, knowing each other’s perspective can help couples avoid frustrating conversations and make better decisions together.

“We all bring our own feelings and experiences to the table and that can have a big impact on how we invest and spend money,” says Joe Duran, CEO of United Capital, a private wealth consulting firm and New York Times best-selling author of The Money Code, a new book that aims to improve financial decision making. “But by honestly getting to the root of what money means to you

and to your partner, you can take steps to improve your financial life together.”

In time for Valentine’s Day, here are some ways couples can smooth over their differences: Prioritize List your financial priorities and savings goals and determine which are necessary, negotiable and realistic.

Draw up a budget and create a financial decision making checklist that satisfies both of you and resolve to stick to it.

A clear action plan will help avoid surprise purchases or investments made by you or your partner that could become potential sources of argument.

your partner financially and the potential consequences.”

You’ll be more likely to avoid letting conversations turn into arguments if you’re speaking the same language as your partner. Each of you should have an active voice in the discussion and be participating fully in the financial planning process.

Seek Help Personal biases can sometimes get in the way of sound judgment. But a financial adviser can help you objectively map out a process to achieve your financial goals. Opt for one who doesn’t just focus on investments, but who can also match your financial aspirations with your current resources.

Communicate “I like to think of each of us as having a ‘Money Mind,’ which motivates the way we think about money,” says Duran. “Some of us are driven by fear, some by the pursuit of happiness and others by commitment. Whether you’re spending too much in the pursuit of happiness, or missing key opportunities out of fear, become actively aware of what guides you and

More tips on how to discuss money with your partner can be found by visiting www.HonestConversations. com.

Don’t let miscommunication stand in the way of a healthy financial future. By taking steps to understand your partner’s perspective, you can develop a joint solution that makes everyone happy.

Bloom Energy Corp., con sede en Sunnyvale, California, ha sido ordenada a pagar $31,922 en salarios retroactivos y a una cantidad igual por daños a 14 trabajadores que la empresa trajo de Chihuahua, México, para trabajar en su sede. Un juez distrital de EE.UU. ordenó los pagos tras una investigación de la División de Horas y Salarios del Departamento de Trabajo de EE.UU que reveló que el empleador violó deliberadamente las disposiciones de salario mínimo, horas extra y mantenimiento de registros de la Ley de Normas Razonables de Trabajo (FLSA, por sus siglas en inglés) Bloom Energy trajo a los trabajadores de México para remozar generadores eléctricos junto con trabajadores estadounidenses. Los investigadores descubrieron que a los 14 trabajadores se les pagaba en pesos mexicanos el equivalente a $2.66 por hora. El departamento también cifró en $6,160 el total de multas a pagar por la naturaleza deliberada de las infracciones cometidas.

“Esta investigación ha puesto remedio a prácticas ilegales hacia a un grupo de trabajadores sujetos a salarios muy por debajo de la normativa”, afirmó Ruben Rosalez, administrador regional de la División de Horas y Salarios en el Oeste. “Es muy lamentable que esto estuviera sucediendo justo en el corazón de Silicon Valley, una de las áreas de ingresos por persona más ricas de los Estados Unidos. El departamento sigue vigilante en la protección de los derechos de trabajadores vulnerables y para garantizar que perciban los salarios que

se ganaron a pulso”.

La FLSA prohíbe a los empleadores contratar trabajadores por debajo del salario mínimo federal y les prohíbe comercializar mercancías producidas en violación de las disposiciones de salario mínimo, horas extra o trabajo infantil. Bajo la FLSA, la División de Horas y Salarios debe investigar y llevar acciones en tribunales federales para prohibir todos los actos

sos de salarios, horas y otras condiciones de empleo, y prohíbe a los patronos tomar represalias contra empleados que ejercen sus derechos de acuerdo con la ley. La FLSA establece que los empleadores que violan la ley son, por regla general, responsables ante sus empleados por los salarios retroactivos y por un equivalente en daños por liquidación, que se pagan directamente a los afectados.

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Bloom Energy fabrica sistemas de generación de energía limpia y contrata con grandes compañías como Google Inc., Wal-Mart Stores Inc., Kaiser Permanente, Coca-Cola Co., FedEx Corp., eBay Inc. y Bank of America Corp. El departamento solicitó que el empleador no comercializara los productos fabricados en violación de la ley hasta que las infracciones se resolvieran. El empleador ha pagado en su totalidad los salarios retroactivos, daños por liquidación y multas y acordó cumplir con todos los requisitos de la FLSA en el futuro. El departamento también exigió que el empleador firmara un fallo de conformidad.

La FLSA requiere que a los empleados cubiertos se les pague por lo menos el salario mínimo federal de $7.25 por hora, así como tiempo y medio de su salario por hora regular por cada hora trabajada por encima de las 40 horas semanales. La ley también exige a los empleadores que mantengan registros preci-

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Abuelos: ayuden a proteger Personalized Medicine Now Available From Your Doctor sus nietos contra la tos ferina con la vacuna Tdap (NewsUSA) La llegada de un nieto nuevo es un momento de gran alegría y orgullo. ¿El bebé se parecerá a su hija o hijo? ¿Tendrá los hoyuelos de su pareja o su buen sentido del humor?

Antes de que se acurruque con su nuevo pequeñuelo, es importante que se ponga una vacuna Tdap, que protege contra la tos ferina (también llamada pertussis), el tétano y la difteria. Idealmente, se debe poner la vacuna al menos 2 semanas antes de visitar al bebé.

La tos ferina se contagia con facilidad y puede causar una enfermedad grave y hasta la muerte. Es particularmente peligrosa para los infantes menores de 6 meses de edad quienes son demasiado pequeños para estar bien protegidos por vacunas contra la tos ferina.

“Los bebés que contraen tos ferina a menudo se contagian de familiares, entre ellos, los abuelos, que podrían ni saber que tienen tos ferina”, manifestó la Dra. Melinda Wharton, Directora Interina del Centro Nacional de Inmunización y Enfermedades Respiratorias de los Centros para el Control y la Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC). “Por eso es importante que los padres, abuelos y otros familiares se pongan una vacuna de Tdap para prevenir contagiarse -- y contagiar a los demás -- con la tos ferina.”

Aunque la mayoría de adultos fueron vacunados contra la tos ferina cuando eran niños o podrían haber tenido la enfermedad cuando niños, la protección desaparece con el tiempo. La vacuna Tdap es recomendada para los adultos -- incluso para las

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mujeres embarazadas -- así como también para los adolescentes y preadolescentes.

La vacuna es particularmente importante si va a estar en contacto con un bebé recién nacido.

La vacuna Tdap también proporciona protección importante para usted contra la tos ferina y sus graves síntomas, que pueden durar hasta 10 semanas o más.

Vacunar a los adultos que están en contacto con los infantes no es sustituto de la vacunación de los niños. Los bebes y los niños pequeños necesitan ponerse cinco dosis de la vacuna DTaP de acuerdo con el calendario de vacunación recomendado por la CDC para tener máxima protección contra la tos ferina. ¿Cree usted que la tos ferina es una enfermedad de su niñez y que no es un problema ahora? En realidad es co-

mún en los Estados Unidos y usualmente, los casos llegan a su punto más alto cada cierto tiempo. En el año 2012, tuvimos más de 41,000 casos de tos ferina notificados y hasta ahora sabemos de 15 niños que se murieron de la enfermedad. No hemos tenidos cifras tan altas de casos desde el año 1955.

Su nieto y usted compartirán muchos momentos especiales en el futuro. Hable con su doctor para ponerse una vacuna Tdap. De esa manera, usted y su nieto se pueden proteger contra esta enfermedad y podrán empezar a crear memorias felices y sanas juntos.

Para averiguar más sobre la tos ferina y las vacunas, visite http://www.cdc.gov/ vaccines/vpd-vac/pertussis/ fs-parents-sp.html, ó llame al 800-232-4636 o hable con su doctor.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away? Research shows an aspirin a day may do the same. How often have you heard about chewing an aspirin if you feel the symptoms of a heart attack? If it’s that critical to get the medication to your system, isn’t it as important to know you are taking a safe dose? Good news—there is a simple blood test that is available to aid your doctor in assessing response to aspirin.

For many Americans, a “baby” aspirin is prescribed—81 mg—for ongoing preventative care post− cardiac procedure or even as a precautionary way to help prevent stroke. In fact, the USPSTF (United States Preventive Services Task Force) encourages aspirin intake for men aged 45−79 years to help prevent myocardial infarctions (also known as heart attacks) and women aged 55−79 years because of a potential benefit of stroke prevention. Always check with your physician before

embarking on an aspirin regimen.

Since it’s known there are potential side effects with aspirin use, particularly stom ach upset due to potential bleeding risks, you will want to be sure you are getting the optimal effect with the lowest dose possible. The VerifyNow System is a product that tests for aspirin—providing the physician information on platelet reactivity.

Aspirin and drugs like clopidogrel (the generic form of the branded drug Plavix) are anti-platelet medications designed to prevent the blood cells from “sticking together.”

The medications can help prevent a clot, which can lead to a more serious cardiovascular event. Studies show that up to one in three patients’ platelets do not respond appropriately. Only your physician can check to see how your platelets are reacting and make decisions about your care.

As with other medications, some people often wonder if their medications are hav

ing the desired effect. Stop wondering, and start asking about a chance to see how your platelets are responding. The next time you visit your doctor, and you are asked for a blood sample to measure your level of cholesterol, or the technician measures your blood pressure, you might want to ask about the VerifyNow Aspirin Test as well. Like those other routine measurements, this test is also available nationwide in hospitals and doctor’s offices.

Your health care provider wants to provide the best protection possible to you or a loved one and so anyone on anti-platelet therapy should be tested. To find a physician who can offer the easyto-administer VerifyNow Tests, including one for aspirin and one called the VerifyNow PRUTest to see how the P2Y12 inhibitors (also known as brand name Plavix or the generic name, clopidogrel) are affecting the platelets, contact the company at www.accumetrics.com/request or call (800) 643-1640.

FEBRUARY 8 - FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Future Chefs Showcase their talents to promote healthy choices

SAN FRANCISCO Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) announced that it is accepting applications from students to receive PG&E Bright Minds™ scholarships.

“PG&E believes that advancing educational opportunities is one of the most important ways we can give

Future chefs representing various elementary schools in the San Jose Unified School district showcased their cooking talents in the 3rd Annual Future Chefs: Healthy Salad Challenge on Tuesday, February 5, 2013.

The salad making competition sponsored by Sodexo, a Quality of Life service provider to San Jose Unified School District, took place at Gunderson High School.

The 10 finalists, whose salad recipes were chosen among the 139 entries, prepared their healthy choice meals for a panel of judges and parents.

According to Karis Gulizia, SJUSD Operations Manager Student Nutrition Department, the mission of the Healthy Salad Challenge competitions is to encourage children to make smart food choices.

“There is a real problem with childhood obesity and diabetes, and so letting the kids know that they have the power over what goes in their mouths, it gives them a sense of ownership, Kids are more likely to eat something if they had a stake in creating it,” said Gulizia.

Among the anxious parents coaching their future chefs from the sideline was Angel Rosas, “She did not sleep last night she was so nervous, I was so proud of her that she did it, she was so excited,” said Rosas about her daughter Vanessa Rosas.

Her salad entitled Yummy Steak Salad, which appeared to have a Tex-Mex twist, complete black beans, red peppers, sour cream was garnished with crunchy tortilla chips, “They get to have fun doing this,” she concluded.

The contestants were not only judged on the taste of their salads, but presentation, originality, health ingredients, and last but not least, kid friendliness.

“It’s something that the average kid would eat, third through fifth grade, if my third grader is going to sit down and eat something, it’s probably not going to be spinach, so just interesting ingredient that the kids would enjoy,” added Gulizia.

Anoushka Shah, a third grader from Simonds Elementary School took first place with her Bean Salad, she also took home two season passes to Great America and a gift basket with all the essential cooking utensils she will need when she presents her Bean Salad at regional competition for the opportunity to advance to the national challenge.

“I love it, she’s been so excited since she found out. It’s amazing, it’s a really good experience for her,” said Sapna Shah, the first place winner’s mother, “She really likes to cook so she asked me, ‘mommy can we submit?’,” said Shah adding that it encourages the kids to eat healthy and to become more aware of what is fresh.

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Through its Bright Minds Scholarship program, PG&E will award up to $1 million in scholarships to enable high school, community college and “non-traditional” students to complete their higher education paths. Bright Minds scholarship winners will receive full-ride scholarships of up to $30,000 per year; program finalists will receive $2,500 towards their studies.

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back to the communities where we deliver gas and electricity,” said Ezra Garrett, vice president of community relations and chief sustainability officer for PG&E. “The Bright Minds Scholarship program will provide deserving students with the means to advance their learning and reach their full potential through the power of education.”

In 2012, PG&E awarded Bright Minds scholarships of up to $30,000 to 100 students throughout Northern and Central California.

Scholarship recipients included high school seniors, current college students and adults returning to college.

One scholarship recipient from Livermore was a veteran of the military conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Another recipient from Bakersfield had been homeless at one time prior to turning her life around.

The PG&E Bright Minds scholarships will be awarded based on a combined demonstration of community leadership, personal triumph, financial need and academic achievement. Eligible students will be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program at an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the duration of the 2013-2014 academic year.

The deadline for applying for the PG&E Bright Minds Scholarship is February 28, 2013. For more information and to apply, visit www.pge. com/brightminds.

Scholarship winners will be announced in the spring.

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I have not felt the waves of the Australian coast beat cold against my legs I have not seen the gauzy metropolis of Tokyo firsthand Though I have felt warmth upon my soul As only love can deride Because of love I learned about life At least in my day and age When human presence tempted to override me Unparalleled from any feeling in my mind Because of love I’ve felt childlike wonder Gliding through this life Extreme highs and battering lows there is dusk following days of clear light Ingrained into my experiences is your voice Your thoughts at times blend into mine I have not seen Oahu’s majesty I have not felt Buddhists clarity Though I have felt loss pull at every nerve Because of love I have learned, molded in my journeys Standing here, looking there, That I love you without knowing how Because of love I need no answers I am stronger because of it all BY:Arturo Hilario

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Stop your relationship rut:

3 simple steps to a fresh start this Valentine’s Day

were a movie - what would it be called? How would it begin and end? What character do you always play? You’ll start to see some themes.

(BPT) Feeling like you’re in a relationship rut? You’re not alone. Whether you’re single or married, getting stuck in a routine may be normal, but that’s no excuse to keep on down the same path. Take control of your love life and break out of your relationship habits. Relationship expert and author of “Cheat On Your Husband With Your Husband,” Andrea Syrtash, shares three simple steps to help you identify your patterns, make small changes and ultimately decide if this is the right relationship for you. * Identify the patterns.

If you want new results in love, you have to do things and date - differently. Once you’ve identified your habits, it will be much easier to steer clear of any ruts. The first step is to look at your pattern.

If you don’t know what your relationship pattern is, consider this: If your dating life

We all get into patterns in our relationships and often expect things to get better without changing our ways.

It’s like using the same search engine day in and day out and expecting better results.

We do things because we’ve always done them; but as Einstein said, “the definition of insanity is doing the same thing and expecting different results.” Branch out and give Bing a try this Valentine’s Day to see if it’s your perfect match. * Make small changes.

With step one under your belt, it’s time to take action.

Advanced Valentine’s Day planning can go a long way in showing your love and affection. Not putting in the thought to pre-plan, forgetting the card, buying drugstore gifts on the way home from work, and thinking that Valentine’s Day doesn’t matter (if it doesn’t matter to both of you that’s one thing ...

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but if it matters to one of you, it should be acknowledged) puts a strain on your relationship, whether or not you realize it at the time.

Planning ahead seems like a daunting task, but it is easier than you think. Take it one step at a time, and lean on the various online resources available that make planning simple. * Move forward.

A surprising one in 10 people admit to having broken up with someone on Valentine’s Day, according to a recent survey by Bing and Impulse. If making a few small adjustments isn’t changing your relationship patterns, give some thought to if you’re in a healthy relationship or if it’s time to break it off. Don’t just think about the person you’re with, think about the person you are when you’re with your significant other.

That will tell you everything you need to know. If you’re usually cool and you’re crazy or insecure with someone, they’re not your match. You deserve to be happy, and if that means it’s time for a change, than embrace it.

Trying something new may lead you to a better alternative you never knew existed. Use this Valentine’s Day as an opportunity to start fresh.

Whether you are working on making the small changes that matter, or deciding to part ways, don’t let your relationship continue along in the same rut. There’s no better time than the present.

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Fine Arts Commission Accepting Applications The Cupertino Fine Arts Commission welcomes applications for the 2013 “Distinguished Artist of the Year” and “Emerging Artist of the Year.” There is a cash award of $500 for the winner in each category.

The Emerging Artist Award, for those age 30 or younger, was established to encourage and recognize younger artists with artistic promise. The Distinguished Artist Award is for those age 31 or older, whose work displays merit and excellence.

The candidates must prac

tice their art in Cupertino, or be residents and/or students in the community. Both performing and visual artists will be considered. Awards will be presented in the fall.

The application deadline is Friday, May 17, at 4:30 p.m.

Forms are available from the City Clerk’s Office, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino, 95014, or on the website at http:// www.cupertino.org/distinguishedartist.

For more information call City Clerk Grace Schmidt at (408) 7773217, or send email to graces@cupertino.org.

Former Distinguished Artists include: sculptor Salvatore Pecoraro, musician Nile Norton, printmaker Glen Rogers Perrotto, dancers Mythili Kumar and Janet Shaw, artist Sandra Beard, ikebana flower-arranging artist Fusako Seiga Hoyrup, artist/sculptor Brother Joseph Aspell, S.M., textile fiber artist Consuelo Jimenez Underwood (Distinguished Artist). Last year’s winners were digital artist Carrie Zeidman (Distinguished Artist) and painter Emily Wang (Emerging Artist).

FEBRUARY 8 - FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Great America Prepares to Open New Ride

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miner, complete with a pick axe and mining lantern.”

The Great America theme park has been a landmark in the South Bay for several years and has entertained families for generations with its various rides and attractions.

Great Coasters International, which Ross considers to be a world-class company with an incredible reputation in the wooden coaster business, is constructing the Gold Striker.

This Spring, the theme park will be debuting its new ride, the Gold Striker, which will be Northern California’s tallest and fastest wooden coaster.

Ross believes that wood coasters provide nostalgia harkening back to the early coaster rides, and are always a family favorite. They possess a unique element that separates them from their steel counterparts.

“We’ve been planning a signature addition to California’s Great America for quite some time and we felt this would be the perfect complement to our family of coasters,” says Roger Ross, Public Relations Manager at California’s Great America.

“Gold Striker pays homage to California’s history and the role gold played, specifically in Northern California. The coaster’s logo features a gold

“When completed, Gold Striker will be the tallest and fastest wooden coaster in Northern California. It will feature an iconic drop of more than 100 feet that bends around the Star Tower observation deck, with speeds nearing 54 miles per hour,” Ross says. “Multiple banks of 85 degrees will make riders feel as though

they are perpendicular to the ground, and the 3,197 feet of track will last more than two heart-pounding minutes.

Though it is a new ride, the riders still must be at least 48 inches tall in order to ride it.

Guests entering California’s Great America will find Gold Striker’s entrance to the right of the famous Carousel Columbia, the world’s tallest double Decker carousel. The new entrance to Star Tower will walk guests directly under Gold Striker.

Fans of the parks other wooden ride, The Grizzly, will not have to worry about the Gold Striker being its replacement.

“A long-time favorite at California’s Great America, The Grizzly will remain part of the park’s collection of thrilling coaster rides,” Ross says.

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RECIPE

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Dulces en San Valentín para compartir Canastitas de café

Terciopelo rojo y azul

Por Diana Barreneche Porciones: 8

Por Giselle Pinto Porciones: 20

Ingredientes: Crema inglesa de café Leche 300 cc Granos de café 50 g Yemas 4 Azúcar 80 g Gelatina sin sabor 10 g Crema de leche 200 g Armado Biscuit de vainilla 1 Decoración Chocolate amargo templado 250 g Frutas rojas 100 g Kiwis 100 g Flores comestibles c/n

Ingredientes: Cupcakes Mantequilla 200 g Azúcar 1 3/4 tazas Huevos 2 Harina de trigo 0000 2 1/2 tazas Sal 1 cdita Cacao amargo 1 cda Vinagre 1 1/2 cdita Bicarbonato de sodio 1 cdita Crema de leche 1 taza Colorante vegeta rojo 3 cditas Colorante vegeta azul 3 cditas Decoración Frosting blanco c/n Grageas de colores c/n

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Cupcakes En un bol, batir con máquina la mantequilla a temperatura ambiente con el azúcar hasta que se vuelva una crema.

Incorporar uno a uno los huevos a temperatura ambiente sin parar de batir.

Incorporar la harina previamente cernida con la sal y el cacao, el vinagre y el bicarbonato de sodio.

Añadir la crema y la esencia de vainilla. Integrar bien.

Dividir la mezcla en dos partes iguales, incorporar el colorante rosa a una de las mitades y el azul a la otra.

Distribuir en moldes de cupcake la mezcla con ayuda de una cuchara de helado, llenando 3/4 partes de la capacidad de los moldes.

Hornear a 180°C por 15 minutos.

Decoración

Enfriar a temperatura ambiente y cubrir con frosting color blanco y grajeas de colores.

Sweeten Up Valentine’s Day the Red Velvet Way

Crema inglesa de café

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En una olla pequeña, llevar a fuego bajo la leche y los granos de café para obtener una infusión.

En otra olla, disponer las yemas de huevo y batir ligeramente con azúcar.

Vaciar la leche con el café sobre las yemas, sin dejar de mezclar para evitar grumos en la preparación.

Cocinar a fuego medio mezclando continuamente hasta que se espese. Podemos comprobar el punto sumergiendo una cuchara que debe naparse completamente cuando la preparación esta lista.

4. Con ayuda de un mixer, moler de inmediato la crema obtenida para triturar completamente los granos de café.

5. Cuando la crema esté tibia, incorporar la gelatina previamente hidratada en agua. Mezclar bien.

6. Llevar la crema al refrigerador tapada con papel film, hasta que esté bien fría.

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(Family Features) Valentine’s Day is the perfect day to show someone how much you care. Whether you want to say “xoxo” to family or “be mine” to a new Valentine, red velvet is the flavor that says it best.

“Amid a sea of pink holiday confections, red velvet stands alone with its vibrant hue and rich taste. It has a unique flavor that is not quite vanilla and not quite chocolate,” said Mary Beth Harrington of the McCormick Kitchens. “Red velvet is also surprisingly versatile, inspiring a range of creative presentations, from creamy hot chocolate to decadent breakfast pancakes to cream-filled cupcakes. Simply said, people love it.”

These Red Velvet Brownie Conversation Hearts are a perfect project for the whole family. You can easily vary the number of drops of red food color to make icing in every shade, from puppy-love pink to ravishing rose.

Add the final sweet touch with edible words of love. For a simplified version, glaze the brownie hearts and decorate with red and pink sprinkles.

Forrar aros de pastelería de 8 cm de diámetro con papel film.

En la base, disponer un disco de biscuit de vainilla y por encima la crema inglesa de de café. Llevar al frío nuevamente.

Fundir el chocolate amargo previamente templado.

Llenar una manga con el chocolate y hacer líneas sobre una lámina rectangular de acetato.

Pegar la lámina con chocolate en los postres ya sólidos y fríos y dejar que el chocolate solidifique para retirar el acetato.

Terminar el postre con frutas rojas, kiwi cortado pequeño y flores comestibles por encima para decorar.

Red Velvet Brownie Conversation Hearts Makes about 24 servings Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook Time: 25 minut package (family-size) fudge brownie mix cup sour cream eggs bottle (1 ounce) McCormick Red Food Color cups confectioners’ sugar (2 pounds) cup water tablespoons light corn syrup teaspoons McCormick Pure Vanilla Extract McCormick Assorted Food Colors & Egg Dye Decorating gel or 1 ounce white baking chocolate

Prepare brownie mix as directed on package with sour cream, eggs and red food color. Spoon batter in greased 13 x 9-inch baking pan.

Bake and cool and directed on package. Cut out cooled brownie with heart-shaped cookie cutters. Place brownies on wire rack set over baking sheet.

For the icing, mix confectioners’ sugar, water and corn syrup in medium saucepan. Cook on medium-low heat until sugar is melted, stirring occasionally. Stir in vanilla. Tint with desired food color. Spoon or pour icing over top and sides of brownies. (If icing becomes too stiff, gently reheat to pouring consistency.) Let stand until icing is set. Use decorating gel to write on brownies. Or melt white chocolate as directed on package. Pour into small resealable plastic bag. Snip off a tiny piece of the corner. Squeeze chocolate through hole in plastic bag to write on brownies.

Test Kitchen Tip: For easy clean-up, line pan with foil with ends of foil extending over sides of pan. Use foil handles to remove brownie from pan. Place on cutting board and cut out with cookie cutters.

Easy Pink Frosting: Brownie may frosted with Easy Pink Frosting instead of prepared icing. Stir 6 drops desired McCormick Assorted Food Color & Egg Dye into 1 container (16 ounces) white frosting until well blended. Add additional drops of food color until desired shade is reached. Spread on cooled brownie. Cut out with heartshaped cookie cutters.

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV239246 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Abdikarim Ismail Abdi & Fozio Ali Mohamed TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Abdikarim Ismail Abdi & Fozio Ali Mohamed has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Issa Abdikarim Ismail to Issa Musa Ali b. Hamdi Abdikarim Ismail to Hamdi Musa Ali c. Said Abdikarim Ismail to Said Musa Ali d. Nur Abdikarim Ismail to Nur Musa Ali e. Salma Abdikarim Ismail to Salma Musa Ali f. Abdikarim Ismail Abdi to Musa Ali Dayl g. Fozio Ali Mohamed to Samiro Yusuf Mahamud 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 names should not be granted on 04/16/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 10, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb.08, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 574440 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, America Multi Services, 2003 Story Rd #500, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara Co. Rosa Isela Bonilla, 329 Vineyard Dr., San Jose, CA 95119. This business is conducted by an individual registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 02/04/2013. “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 Isela Bonilla Feb. 8, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 02/04/13.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV240783 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Consuelo Lombera TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Consuelo Lombera has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a.

Consuelo Lombera to Consuelo Tapia Maldonado 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 names should not be granted on 05/07/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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.

February 06, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb.08, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV240759 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Oksana Shiv & Shiv Ramamurthi TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Oksana Shiv & Shiv Ramamurthi have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Rohan Shiv to Suryan Shiv 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 names should not be granted on 04/30/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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.

February 05, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb.08, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV240657 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Aleshia McLemore TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Aleshia McLemore has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Aleshia McLemore to Amina Pickett 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 names should not be granted on 04/30/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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

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February 04, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb.08, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV240537 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Giang Thuy Chan Nguyen TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Giang Thuy Chan Nguyen has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Thomas Le to Thomas Le Nguyen 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 names should not be granted on 04/30/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 31, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb.08, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV240395 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Joshua I Robinson TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Joshua I Robinson has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Joshua Isaiah Robinson to Joshua Isaiah Smith 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 names should not be granted on 04/30/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 29, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb.08, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.

the matter of the application of: Cecil Lynn McKenzie III, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Cecil Lynn McKenzie III has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Cecil Lynn McKenzie III to C-Jay Jeremiah Smith 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 names should not be granted on 04/30/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 29, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb.08, 15, 22; March 01, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 574175 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, L & A Consulting, 480 Baltic Way, San Jose, CA 95111, Santa Clara Co. Ashley Grimaldo, 480 Battle Way, San Jose, CA 95111. This business is conducted by an individual registrant has not yet 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.)

Ashley Grimaldo Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 2013.

This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 1/28/13.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 574146

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV240393

The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Elim Investment Company, Elite I.S Financial, US Mortgage, Top Mortgage, Top Financial, Top Realty, Top Investment Group, 2904 El Camino Real # 208, Santa Clara, CA 95051, Santa Clara Co. Irene Suh, 2904 El Camino Real # 208, Santa Clara, CA 95051. This business is conducted by an individual registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 01/01/2013. “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.)

Irene Suh Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 2013.

This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 1/28/13.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In

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FEBRUARY 8 - FEBRUARY 14, 2013 NO. 573899 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Bay Area Kitchen Bath & Construction Co., 6662 Graystone Ln., San Jose, CA 95120, Santa Clara Co. Hormoz Barandar, 6662 Graystone Lane, San Jose, CA 95120, Marghoz Chalabi, 6662 GrayStone Lane, San Jose, CA 95120. This business is conducted by a general partnership registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 01/18/13. “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.)

Hormoz Barandar Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22, 2013.

This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 1/18/13.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV240266 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Thuy Duong Pham Le, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Thuy Duong Pham Le has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Thuy Duong Pham Le to Ellen Le 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 names should not be granted on 04/30/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 28, 2012.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb. 01, 08, 15, 22, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV240023 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: TrucQuynh TranLe Luu, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, TrucQuynh TranLe Luu has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. TrucQuynh TranLe Luu to Jennifer Vu 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 names should not be granted on 04/23/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 23, 2012.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb. 01, 08, 15, 22, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV236230 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Veronica Kelly, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Veronica Kelly has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Arielle Kassandra Guillen to Arielle Kassandra Kelly b. Nathaniel Robert Guillen to Nathaniel Jacob Kelly 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 names should not be granted on 03/05/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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.

November 16, 2012.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Feb. 01, 08, 15, 22, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME AND GENDER NO. 113CV240211 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Kristen Marie Roland TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner Kristen Marie Roland, has filed a petition with this court for a decree changing petitioners name to: Kai Cruz Mowrey, petitioner has also filed a petition for a decree changing petitioner’s gender from female to male and for the issuance of a new birth certificate reflecting the gender and name changes.

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 should not be granted on 04/30/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95133. 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.

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LEGAL CLASSIFIEDS

EL OBSERVADOR | www.el-observador.com Judge of the Superior Court Feb. 01, 08, 15, 22, 2013.

The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Capitol Square Dental Care, Nancy Ocampo-Watanabe DDS Inc., 2727 McKee Rd., San Jose, CA 95127, Santa Clara Co. Nancy OcampoWatanabe, DDS Inc., 2727 McKee Rd., San Jose, CA 95127. This business is conducted by a corporation registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 01/01/13. “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.)

Nancy Ocampo-Watanabe DDS Inc. Nancy O. Watanabe/President Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 8, 15, 2013.

This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 1/18/13.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Catherine Nguyen, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Catherine Nguyen has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Catherine Nguyen to Catherine Mizuguchi 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 names should not be granted on 04/23/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 22, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Jan. 25; Feb. 01, 08, 15, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 573846

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV239791

The following person(s) is(are) doing business, FEJSA, 305 Lena Ave., Gilroy, CA 95020, Santa Clara Co. Felipe de Jesus Sanchez Vazquez, 305 Lena Ave., Gilroy, CA 95020. This business is conducted by an individual registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 01/17/13. “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.)

Felipe de Jesus Sanchez Vazquez Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 8, 15, 2013.

This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 1/17/13.

Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Svetlana Jovanovic, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Svetlana Jovanovic has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Svetlana Jovanovic to Svetlana Rocic 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 names should not be granted on 04/23/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 18, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Jan. 25; Feb. 01, 08, 15, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 573911

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 573750 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, Green Concepts Gardening Service, 1216 Lynn Ave., San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara Co. Melecio Bernal, 1216 Lynn Ave., San Jose, CA 95122. This business is conducted by an individual registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 2004. “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.)

Melecio Bernal Jan. 25; Feb. 1, 8, 15, 2013.

This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 1/15/13.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV239881

AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 112CV233446 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Gilbert A Iraheta Bolanos, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Gilbert Adolfo Iraheta Bolanos has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Gilbert Adolfo Iraheta Bolanos to Gilbert Adolfo Bolanos 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 names should not be granted on 04/23/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 22, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Jan. 25; Feb. 01, 08, 15, 2013.

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Date of Filing Application: January 22, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: The Name of the Applicant is/are: El Agave Mexican Grill Inc. The applicant listed above is

applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 17 S. 4th Street, San Jose CA 95112-3527 Type of license applied for: 47-ON-SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control 100 Paseo de San Antonio Room 119, San Jose, CA 95113 (408) 277-1200 Published Jan. 25; Feb. 01, 08, 2013.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT NO. 573681 The following person(s) is(are) doing business, JAC Janitorial, 2245 Lanai Ave. #59, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara Co. Jorge Armando Cano, 2245 Lanai Ave Ave. #59, San Jose, CA 95122. This business is conducted by an individual registrant began business under the fictitious business name or names listed here in 01/11/13. “I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct.” (A registrant who declares as true information which he

SAMTRANS BUSCA LA OPINIÓN PÚBLICA SOBRE CAMBIOS EN LAS POLÍTICAS SamTrans llevara a cabo cuatro reuniones públicas como parte de su proceso para desarrollar las políticas de cambio general en el servicio, impacto desigual y carga desproporcionada que cumplan con el Título VI del Acta de Derechos Civiles de 1964. El Título VI tiene por objeto garantizar que las decisiones tomadas por agencias financiadas con fondos federales no den lugar a la discriminación ya sea por diferencia de raza, etnicidad u origen nacional.

El District de Transito busca la opinión de los clientes y la comunidad a medida que desarrolla criterios para determinar lo que constituye un cambio en el servicio, siendo éste tan importante como para requerir un análisis profundo de los efectos potenciales del cambio en las poblaciones protegidas.

También desea conocer opiniones para determinar cuándo los efectos de un cambio de tarifa o servicios general es lo suficientemente diferente para ser considerados un “impacto desigual” sobre las minorías o una “carga desproporcionada” para las personas con bajos ingresos.

El proyecto de estas políticas estará disponible en el sitio web de SamTrans a partir del 5 de febrero de 2013 o llamando a Servicio al Cliente de Sam Trans al 1-800660-4287.

El público puede ofrecer sus comentarios a estas propuestas ya sea en las reuniones o por: - correo electrónico: TitleVI@samtrans.com - U.S. Postal Service: SamTrans, c/o Operations Planning, P.O. Box 3006 San Carlos, CA 94070-1306 - Teléfono: 1-800-660-4287 (TTY: 650-508-6448 dificultades de audición) La fecha límite para la recepción de comentarios es el martes 5 de marzo a las 5 p.m.

Para ver los proyectos de políticas, visite www.samtrans. com/TitleVI. Las personas con dificultades de audición o que no hablen inglés podrán disponer de lenguaje de señas o traducción llamando al 650-508-6370 por lo menos 72 horas antes de las reuniones.

Las reuniones se llevarán a cabo el: Martes 12 de febrero, 6:30 p.m. a 8 p.m.

Community Room Pacifica –Sanchez Library 1111 Terra Nova Blvd., Pacifica Martes 19 de febrero, 6:30 p.m. a 8 p.m.

War Memorial Activity Room Daly City Parks and Recreation 6655 Mission St., Daly City Jueves 21 de febrero, 10 a.m. a 10:45 a.m.

Second floor auditorium SamTrans Offices 1250 San Carlos Ave., San Carlos Lunes 25 de febrero, 6:30 p.m. a 8 p.m.

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or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Jorge Armando Cano Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 2013.

This statement was filed with the County of Santa Clara on 1/11/13 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV239288 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Gueorgui Petrov Alexandrov, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Gueorgui Petrov Alexandrov has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Gueorgui Petrov Alexandrov to George Petrov Alexandrov 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 names should not be granted on 04/16/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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.

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January 11, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 2013.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME NO. 113CV239408 Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara-In the matter of the application of: Ronald Garcia, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Ronald Garcia has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Ronald Garcia to Ronald Canuto Garcia 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 names should not be granted on 04/16/13 at 8:45 am, Room 107: 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 14, 2013.

Thomas Wm. Cain Judge of the Superior Court Jan. 18, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 2013.

CALTRAIN BUSCA LA OPINIÓN PÚBLICA SOBRE CAMBIOS EN LAS POLÍTICAS

Caltrain llevara a cabo cuatro reuniones públicas como parte de su proceso para desarrollar las políticas de cambio general en el servicio, impacto desigual y carga desproporcionada que cumplan con el Título VI del Acta de Derechos Civiles de 1964. El Título VI tiene por objeto garantizar que las decisiones tomadas por agencias financiadas con fondos federales no den lugar a la discriminación ya sea por diferencia de raza, etnicidad u origen nacional.

La agencia ferroviaria busca la opinión de los clientes y la comunidad a medida que desarrolla criterios para determinar lo que constituye un cambio en el servicio, siendo éste tan importante como para requerir un análisis profundo de los efectos potenciales del cambio en las poblaciones protegidas.

También desea conocer opiniones para determinar cuándo los efectos de un cambio de tarifa o servicios general es lo suficientemente diferente para ser considerados un “impacto desigual” sobre las minorías o una “carga desproporcionada” para las personas con bajos ingresos. El proyecto de estas políticas estará disponible en el sitio web de Caltrain a partir del 5 de febrero de 2013 o llamando a Servicio al Cliente de Caltrain al 1.800.660.4287.

El público puede ofrecer sus comentarios a estas propuestas ya sea en las reuniones o por: - correo electrónico: TitleVI@caltrain.com - U.S. Postal Service: Caltrain, c/o Operations Planning, P.O. Box 3006, San Carlos, CA 94070-1306 - Teléfono: 1.800.660.4287 (TTY: 650.508.6448 dificultades de audición) La fecha límite para la recepción de comentarios es viernes, 29 de marzo a las 5 p.m. Para ver los proyectos de políticas, visite www.caltrain.com/TitleVI Las personas con dificultades de audición o que no hablen inglés podrán disponer de lenguaje de señas o traducción llamando al 650.508.6370 por lo menos 72 horas antes de las reuniones.

Las reuniones se llevarán a cabo el: Martes 19 de febrero, 6:30 p.m. a 8 p.m.

Gilroy Senior Center, Meeting Room 7371 Hanna St., Gilroy Jueves 21 de febrero, 10:45 a.m. a 11:30 a.m.

Second floor auditorium Caltrain Offices 1250 San Carlos, San Carlos Martes 26 de febrero, 5 p.m. a 6:30 p.m.

Bayview Opera House 4705 Third St., San Francisco Miércoles 27 de febrero, 6:30 p.m. a 8 p.m.

Mountain View City Hall Plaza Conference Room 500 Castro St., Mountain View 2/8/13 CNS-2439001# EL OBSERVADOR

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Valentine’s Day Fierceness

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pretty sexy? Perhaps you’re going for the innocent look?

How about sultry diva? Trust me, once you decide the character and mood you’re going for it’ll be easier to choose the outfit, plus adopting certain traits associated with that character will boost your confidence level.

Choose the fabric. Depending on your character you’ll be able to figure out what fabric is right for the personality. If you’re going for just pretty, choose a light fabric, preferably pink or white with short-heel shoes.

If you choose sultry diva, a satin red or black dress with 5-inch heels will do the trick. Now, if you’re going for the Sasha Fierce look then choose lace and leather—did you watch the Super Bowl half time show? Can anyone say perfection?

Valentine’s Day is a day to spend with your loved one(s), creating memories, cherishing those magical moments that take your breath away…

Shoot; who am I kidding?

Valentine’s Day is a day to overspend, overindulge and overthink.

Seriously, how many times have you gotten a headache because you couldn’t figure out what to wear to that very first date with—whom you hoped to be—your future husband? Something sexy that didn’t scream slutty or desperate but made you feel like you were a Victoria’s Secret model. That outfit that simply said “yes, I know I’m fierce, now eat it!” Yet the only thing you were able to come up with was that boring same-old Forever 21 dress you’ve worn for the umpteenth time.

Hasn’t this happened to you more than once?

I know it has. It’s definitely happened to me—and no, I don’t dress in women’s clothes; I was referring to choosing the right outfit.

Since I know you’re going to

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be breaking your pretty little heads trying to figure out what to wear for Valentine’s, I have decided to dedicate this week’s column to exploring some of the factors you have to consider for this special occasion so you won’t overdo it.

What’s your goal? Depending on what you want to get out of the night will pretty

Once you’ve defined your goal, chosen your character and figured out the fabric, it is time to pick the shoes. much dictate the entire planning process. If you are going on your very first date perhaps you want to accomplish a great night and a second date. If you are married, you might want to rekindle your romance. Or if you’ve dated the same person for a while, you might just want him to finally pop the ques-

tion. Whatever you want to accomplish on Valentine’s will depend on what you are wearing. Just like my dear friend always says, “dress for the time of your life!”

Choose your character. By character I mean what you want to portray. Do you want to look sizzling hot, or just

Small heels say “I like you, I’m innocent and I don’t take risks”—or “I simply don’t know how to walk in high heels.”

Stilettos say “I’m confident and sexy and command your attention.”

Really, listen to what your

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shoes are saying about you.

Choosing the right shoes will make or break your outfit, so pay close attention and choose wisely.

If any of you are big fans of Beyoncé, like I am, you’ll know she is not successful because of how talented she is.

She is successful because she is a confident and a strong woman who goes for what she wants and is not afraid to take it. Beyoncé commands attention because she knows what she’s got and she aint afraid to flaunt it. After all she is Sasha Fierce. What’s your alter ego?

Roll Out the Red Carpet for Your Oscar Party With the Academy Awards right around the corner, people across the country will be throwing bashes to celebrate the best in film.

Here are some tips to host a great Oscar viewing party: Place friendly wagers on each of the categories. Create a spreadsheet with each award and have your guests pick winners. Whoever gets the most right, wins!

Serve popcorn. An awards show about the movies should have all the feeling of the theater experience.

Give your party a little glitz and glamour. Encourage guests to dress up and roll-out a red carpet -they’ll be the ones who feel like stars for the night.

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Beautiful Creatures

Ethan Wate (Alden Ehrenreich), de 17 años, ha tenido el mismo sueño durante meses. Una joven misteriosa lo espera en un campo de batalla de la Guerra Civil. Ethan quiere estar con ella desesperadamente pero existe un peligro desconocido, y cada vez un estruendoso relámpago cae y mata a Ethan antes de alcanzar a la chica.

Sin embargo, el peligro de este extraño mundo de ensueño es preferible a la existencia de Ethan en Gatlin, Carolina del Sur, un pueblito sureño conservador que no se ha adaptado a la vida del Siglo XXI, en donde nada cambia y no sucede nada. Atrapado en casa con un padre que se ha retraído completamente desde la muerte súbita de su madre, Ethan anhela una vida a la que solo puede acceder a través de los libros.

Emily (Academy Award nominee Rooney Mara) and Martin Taylor (Channing Tatum) are a young, beautiful, wealthy couple living the good life, with a mansion, a sailboat and every luxury money can buy—until Martin is sent to prison for insider trading. For four years, Emily waits for him in a tiny apartment in upper Manhattan, but his release is just as devastating as his incarceration and Emily sinks into a deep depression.

After a failed suicide attempt, psychiatrist Jonathan Banks (Academy Award nominee Jude Law) is called in to consult on Emily’s case. Desperate not to be hospitalized, Emily agrees to a regimen of therapy and antidepressants, a decision that will change the lives of everyone involved. When Emily’s symptoms don’t improve, Banks prescribes a new medication that quiets her demons. But the side effects of the drug have chilling consequences: marriages are ruined, Banks’ practice is decimated and someone is dead—but who is responsible?

Devastated by this professional setback, Banks becomes obsessed with finding an answer. But the truth he uncovers threatens to destroy whatever is left of his career and his private life.

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Unlimited funds have allowed Diana (McCarthy) to live it up on the outskirts of Orlando, where the queen of retail buys whatever strikes her fancy. There’s only one glitch: The ID she’s using to finance these sprees reads “Sandy Bigelow Patterson”… and it belongs to an accounts rep (Bateman) who lives halfway across the U.S. With only one week to hunt down the con artist before his world implodes, the real Sandy Bigelow Patterson heads south to confront the woman with an all-access pass to his life. And as he attempts to bribe, coax and wrangle her the 2,000 miles to Denver, one easy target will discover just how tough it is to get your name back.

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Producirán musical sobre vida y carera de Emilio y Gloria Estefan La vida y carera de la pareja Emilio y Gloria Estefan servirán de inspiración para crear un espectáculo en Broadway, el cual será producido por la Organización Nederlander y Estefan Enterprises se revelo esta semana.

Mediante un comunicado de prensa, emitido este martes, se dio a conocer que el musical pretende recorrer la vida de los Estefan, con los detalles de su viaje desde Cuba hasta alcanzar el estrellato.

“Estamos muy contentos de asociarnos con la Organización de Nederlander y Bernie Yuman, quienes, después de casi una década de planificación y desarrollo, llevarán nuestra música y la historia de nuestra vida a Broadway”, expresaron Gloria y Emilio Estefan en el documento.

La pareja Estefan agregaron que su música ha sido un

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fiel reflejo de lo que son, de dónde vienen y el camino que los ha llevado a donde han llegado.

Agregaron despues, “Nuestras raíces culturales, nuestros desafíos que definen la vida y las recompensas que vienen con creer en uno mismo y luchar por lo que crees de todo corazón, serán la base para esta producción teatral.

“Compartir nuestra historia de vida a través de la música nos dará una nueva oportunidad para honrar nuestras raíces y, con suerte, para ser capaz de inspirar a las generaciones venideras”, agregaron. Con siete premios Grammy y más de 100 millones de discos vendidos en todo el mundo, Gloria Estefan es la artista más exitosa en la historia de la música latina, de acuerdo con la información difundida por el portal de “People”.

Logra Don Omar 18 nominaciones a los Premios Billboard El reggaetonero puertorriqueño Don Omar logró 18 nominaciones a los Premios Billboard de Música Latina anunciados hoy, seguido del dominicano Romeo Santos con 12, y la fallecida cantante de origen mexicano Jenni Rivera y los puertorriqueños Wisin & Yandel, con 11.

La entrega de las preseas se realizará en el Bank United Center de Coral Gables, Florida, el 25 de abril próximo y la ceremonia será transmitida en directo por la cadena hispana de television Telemundo.Don Omar competirá por premios en las principales categorías, incluyendo Artista del Año; Artista del Año, Redes Sociales; Artista

del Año Streaming, y Artista Masculino del Año.Su álbum “Don Omar presents MT02: New generation” compite por Álbum Latin Rhythm del Año y Álbum del Año, Digital y tres de sus temas: “Dutty Love”, “Hasta que salga el sol” y “Danza Kuduro” son finalistas en varias categorías.

Don Omar y Romeo Santos competirán por el máximo premio de Artista del Año.

La ceremonia de los Premios Billboard será la culminación de la vigésimo cuarta Conferencia de la Música Latina de Billboard, que se realizará del 23 al 25 de abril en el JW Marriot Marquis de Miami.

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Por Mario Jiménez Castillo EL OBSERVADOR Serpiente (1917 fuego-1929 tierra-1941 metal-1953 agua-1965 madera-1977 fuego-1989 tierra 2001-metal-2013 agua)

en camino una época muy dichosa para ti. Siempre estarás en constante movimiento y tendrás mucho que agradecerle a Dios. El trabajo te dará satisfacciones y en tu seno familiar habrá paz, abundancia y felicidad.

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Este es tu año para brillar y lograr todas tus metas, tendrás a la suerte de tu lado, así que sonríe y agradece al universo por todo lo que recibirás. Incrementa tu espiritualidad y dedícate a hacer el bien. Es probable que en un sueño se revele tu futuro.

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(1922 agua-1934 madera-1946 fuego-1958 tierra-1970 metal-1982 agua-1994 madera-2006 fuego-2018 tierra) Durante el año de la serpiente tu mundo se enfocará en el sector laboral, vienen en camino dos oportunidades que no debes desaprovechar, tendrás la suerte de crecer financieramente, conseguir un mejor empleo o iniciar un negocio propio.

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En este año se abren a tu paso nuevos senderos y caminos para salir adelante.

Algo novedoso llegará a tu vida y un deseo largamente acariciado te será concedido a cabalidad. Adquirirás un conocimiento que te será útil para siempre.

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saldrás de viejas deudas y serás feliz. Alimenta el espíritu practicando el yoga y asistiendo a servicios religiosos.

Alégrate porque la buena fortuna se hará presente en tu destino, toda la energía astral se enfocará en el mejoramiento de tu economía,

Dragón Durante este periodo el mantenimiento de tu salud será lo primordial, practicar algún deporte, hacer ejercicio y alimentarte sanamente deberán ser tus prioridades. El sector laboral se mantendrá estable y habrá alegría en tu seno familiar.

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tarán en tu agenda. La buena salud será una bendición que se hará presente en tu vida.

Obtendrás lo que más deseas.

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Debes dejar atrás el pasado que tanto te afecta y abrirte a una nueva vida. Un asunto o trámite legal se resolverá totalmente a tu favor. La persona que dice amarte lo hace verdaderamente.

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Comienza una época en la que podrás resolver problemas y situaciones aún inconclusas. Quizá pasaste por muchos altibajos económicos y no encontrabas la salida, pero es pronóstico que eso va a cambiar porque la buena estrella llamará a tu puerta.

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(1923 agua-1935 madera-1947 fuego-1959 tierra-1971 metal-1983 agua-1995 madera-2007 fuego-2019 tierra) Gente del pasado retorna a tu presente para continuar o finiquitar una situación o relación que quedó a medias.

Disfrutarás de mucha estabilidad en el sector laboral.

Tienes una interrogante desde hace tiempo, el universo contesta que “sí” a tu deseo o pregunta.

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(1925 madera-1937 fuego-1949 tierra-1961 metal-1973 agua-1985 madera-1997 fuego-2009 tierra-2021 metal) Este año te convertirás en una especie de Rey Midas, todo lo que te propongas estará al alcance de tu mano. Harás negocios, serás sobresaliente en tu trabajo y te abundarán los admiradores(as) Cree en tus corazonadas y lucha por lo que quieres porque el universo tiene un premio para ti.

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“La FIFA ha inaugurado un nuevo mecanismo de denuncias gracias al cual se podrán comunicar y tratar con absoluta confidencialidad las infracciones del Código Ético y las violaciones del

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marco regulatorio de la FIFA sobre el amaño de partidos”, publicó en su página oficial en internet.

Por otra parte y obedeciendo a los objetivos del máximo organismo que rige el futbol mundial en cuanto a la transparencia en todo lo referente al balompié, este medio servirá para poder vigilar en todo momento el funcionamiento correcto del mismo.

“El mecanismo de denuncia permitirá informar a la FIFA sobre posible infracciones, lo que supone otro hito en

los esfuerzos de la FIFA por fortalecer la gobernabilidad en el futbol”, agrega el comunicado.

Asimismo el organismo precisó que dicho mecanismo de denuncias está protegido por un sistema de seguridad que permitirá que estas lleguen sin contratiempos a la Comisión de Ética de la FIFA, presidida por Michael García.

“Las denuncias de infracciones del Código Ético de la FIFA se invitarán directamente a Michael García, presidente del órgano de instrucción de la Comisión de Ética de la FIFA”, concluye.

Anderson, Marleau and Vanek named NHL ‘Three Stars’ NEW YORK Ottawa Senators goaltender Craig Anderson, San Jose Sharks left wing Patrick Marleau and Buffalo Sabres left wing Thomas Vanek have been named the NHL’s “Three Stars” for the month of January.

FIRST STAR - CRAIG ANDERSON, G, OTTAWA SENATORS

SECOND STAR - PATRICK MARLEAU, LW, SAN JOSE SHARKS

Marleau led the NHL with nine goals and ranked second with 14 points as the Sharks completed a perfect 7-0-0 January. The 15-year veteran also led all skaters with five power-play goals and three game-winners. Marleau became the second player in NHL history -and first sinceOttawa’s Cy Denneny in

1917-18 - to record four consecutive multi-goal games to begin a season, and became the first player in Sharks history to find the back of the net in each of the team’s first five games of a season. The 33-year-old Aneroid, Sask., native has 396-448-844 in 1,124 career games, all with San Jose.

THIRD STAR - THOMAS VANEK, LW, BUFFALO SABRES

Asegura Messi estar feliz en la selección argentina Estocolmo (NOTIMEX) Luego del triunfo por 2-3, como visitante, de Argentina sobre Suecia y su destacada actuación en dicho encuentro, el atacante albiceleste Lionel Messi afirmó estar cada vez mejor con su selección.

Durante el encuentro, el delantero barcelonista se vio activo y con mucha influencia en cada una de las opciones de gol de su selección, al abastecer de balones a sus compañeros a la ofensiva.

“Cada vez soy más feliz en la selección. Estamos más unidos que nunca”, aseguró Messi en zona mixta del Estadio Friends Arena.

El “10” argentino también aportó al espectáculo, ya que tuvo una oportunidad de anotar, en la que tocó suavemente por encima del arquero sueco Andreas Isaksson y éste alcanzó a salvar su arco con una chilena.

En dicha jugada quedó la sensación de que el balón pasó la línea de gol, a pesar de la maniobra del portero.

“Para mí entró, fue gol y así me lo dijeron. Pero no pasa nada, lo importante es que la selección ganó”, dijo el mundialista en 2006 y 2010.

“Ganar ayuda y mucho. Ojalá que podamos tener una temporada como la del año pasado y poder asegurarnos la clasificación al Mundial”, finalizó.