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Tribune Firms sought for new county admin building, emergency op center By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune The initial step for new facilities is underway as Contra Costa County officials are now awaiting information from prospective firms that wish to take on upwards of two different future projects for the County. A two- to three-week review process by a committee will then follow in which a short list of the top contenders will be ranked by late August or early September in preparation for the next step in the selection process. Firms with expertise and experience in planning and feasibility studies of civic buildings/facilities have until July 14 to submit their qualifications. Experience in master planning, programming, space planning, and innovative architectural design is a plus in the eyes of the County. Ramesh Kanzaria, RA, Capital Projects Division Manager for the county’s Public Works Department, said the collection of information from architectural firms is part of the study planning stage now taking place. At the same time, this matter is on a fast track as there is a desire to select multiple firms “sooner rather than later.’’ COUNTY: Page 3
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Marissa D’Atri is one of the Tribune’s Athletes of the Year, for her accomplishments in Cross Country, Soccer, and Track & Field. MARTINEZ TRIBUNE / File Photo
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Probe into dog’s death may Drones subject of next library event bring changes to shelter By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune
Already-adopted dog euthanized by mistake By DAVID SCHOLZ Martinez Tribune MARTINEZ, Calif. – Investigation into the erroneous euthanization of an already-adopted dog last month is nearly complete. As Contra Costa Animal Control Services wraps up its probe, new procedures may be part of the findings. “We are going to work hard to ensure this never happens again,’’ said department spokesman Steve Burdo, who noted 2011 as the last time such a tragedy occurred. “We take this hard,’’ he contin-
ued, “and we are going to use this as an opportunity to learn from it.’’ An investigation to learn how the process broke down in the case involving Barbie, a 4-year-old Pit Bull mix who was mistakenly euthanized by Martinez Shelter staff June 18, commenced immediately following the incident. Animal Control has seen a sharp rise in its live release goals since 2011 when the percentage was just 46 percent. By the end of 2015, the percentage had reached 75 percent, and through May of this year, the live release DOG: Page 2
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Barbie, the 4-year-old Pit Bull mix erroneously euthanized last month by Martinez Shelter staff.
MARTINEZ, Calif. – An introduction into the ins and outs of operating drones will be the focus of one of three talks that are on tap at the Martinez Public Library as July rolls on and attentions turn to August. Alvin Alejandro, owner and operator of Aerial Vue, based in San Jose, will give his presentation, “Drone: An Introduction to a Modern Phenomenon’’ on July 16 at 3 p.m. Aerial Vue is an aerial imaging company that specializes in real estate, ALVIN ALEJANDRO / Courtesy agriculture, cinematograA drone in mid-flight. phy/videography, and othExpert Alvin Alejandro er industrial applications. will present a talk about Alejandro’s interest drones during a July 16 in drones began when presentation at the Martihe worked as a sports nez Library. DRONES: Page 5
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Martinez Otters swim to victory against Piranhas, ‘Dolfins’ MARTINEZ, Calif. – On Saturday, June 25, the Martinez Community Swim Team (MCST) Otters took on the Hercules Piranhas at Rankin Aquatic Center. The Otters demonstrated their competitive spirit, with both the boys and girls beating the Piranhas and achieving almost 200 “pop times” (a personal best time in a race). Twenty-five girls swam personal bests in every one of their individual races: Kiara Cheney (9), Casey Concepcion (12), Miranda D’Angelo (9), Aspen Dexter (11), Kara Dobrzensky (7), Brielle Duarte (11), Liliana Escorcio (9), Lilliana Harbaugh (9), Kenzie Kirshen (11), Emma Kitchen (5), Isabella Klapperich (15), Emma Kolb (10), Grace Leach (9), Leila Leonard (9), Lillian Padilla OTTERS: Page 3
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Dillon Kitchen and Kirby Davoren of the Martinez Community Swim Team (MCST Otters).
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Martinez Tribune | July 8-14, 2016 The Crime Blotter and Arrest Log are compiled by Tribune staffer Danny Yoeono. For questions, email dyoeono@martineztribune.com.
Police Blotter By DANNY YOEONO Martinez Tribune The crime blotter is compiled from public record and is not confirmed by Martinez Police or any other party unless otherwise stated. Some accounts may be unfounded.
Thursday, June 30 A man in a Giants jacket was reportedly screaming at “everyone” and being aggressive near the Starbucks on Main Street at a time when not everyone had yet had their coffee – 6 a.m. – and would have thus been better prepared for the incident. At 10:34 a.m., a man in black shorts carrying a matching backpack was caught taking candy from Marina Market without the intention of paying. Just after noon, it was re-
ported the restroom at the Bocce Ball Courts was made unclean by a person in a white or gray van parked nearby. That description perfectly matches my brother’s van, and he is notorious for destroying bathrooms. Ten minutes before 5 p.m. a man claimed he was jumped within a close proximity of the court house, a place where they try and sentence suspected criminals who exhibit such behavior. At 5:22 p.m., a blue SUV taxi on Alhambra Avenue near the high school was driving erratically, running a red light and having a rear door open while in motion. That was my Uber ... late again. At 7 p.m., a group of four people were spotted fishing at the pond that lies within Eastwoodbury Park – despite the sign posted that reads “No Fishing.”
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Just before 9 p.m., a man in his 60s was running up Old Snake Road sweating, with his hands behind his back and his eyes reportedly “bulging out of his head,” which is the newest exercise craze.
Friday, July 1 A man described as wearing two messenger bags – I assume he put one on each shoulder instead of two on one – was walking on Alhambra Avenue near F Street at 10 a.m. kicking over signs posted in front of businesses. When one sign owner asked why he kicked the sign, he cursed at them – which I assume did not answer the question completely, if at all. At 2:30 p.m., a man at the CVS on Center Avenue threw his shoes at other customers and then screamed. I am no pharmacist, but I believe he was probably looking for some aspirin. At 4:48 p.m., alcohol was stolen from the Rite Aid on Arnold Drive by a man in a hat who was just prepping for his Fourth of July BBQ party. A man was beating a car with his fists in the Radio Shack parking lot on Arnold Drive at 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 2 At 3 a.m., a man in a blue vest and orange hat was swearing and punching buildings along Main Street near Ferry Street. He told a bystander he was looking for someone. This doesn’t sound all that weird considering that is the same method for finding people that Marvel’s Daredevil uses. A man then reported that people had been following him from his home, that people had been following him all over San Francisco, that people had been following him other places over time, and that people had been following him over the last three days. A pony had been purportedly left in a car with the windows up for up to an hour in the Wal-Mart parking lot.
Monday, July 4 Happy Independence Day. Thank you for using the Martinez Tribune as your No. 1 source for BBQ fuel. At 10:30 a.m., a boat capsized at the marina leaving a man clinging to the pier. At 2:05 p.m., the smell of burning garbage was observed, the sweet aroma of freedom.
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rate had inched upwards to 79.4 percent. “We clearly did not hit the mark this time,’’ Burdo lamented. “This is more the exception than the rule.’’ Animal Control Services does not have the benefit of managed intake, so it must accept between 25 to 40 animals each day. As a result, like a used car dealership, it has to hustle to ensure a lot of adopting is occurring at its Martinez and Pinole shelters to balance its available shelter space. To that end, Burdo said staff works hard to help citi-
zens achieve adoption. This includes a lot of promotions to remove the financial burden that may prevent prospective candidates from taking home a cat or dog. An example of a promotion now through Saturday, July 9, involves free adoptions of animals at the shelters that already have been spayed or neutered. Another solution involves working with rescue groups so the caregiver serves as a foster home for the animal as “a way to get (citizens) on the road to animal companionship.’’
Arrest Log Those appearing in the following listings have only been arrested on suspicion of the crimes indicated and are presumed innocent. Arrests listed may not necessarily have taken place in Martinez. n Rick Duncan, 57, was arrested June 27 on warrants or holds only. n Rebecca Sanchez, 51, was arrested June 29 for alleged possession of a controlled substance. n Dawn Cobos, 46, was arrested June 27 for purportedly driving with a license suspended for drunk driving. n Walter Ramirez, 24, was arrested June 27 for allegedly being intoxicated in public. n Sierra Hull, 32, was arrested June 29 on possession of controlled substance paraphernalia and possession of burglar’s tools charges. n Rex Harris III, 30, was arrested June 30 for alleged possession of drug paraphernalia. n Sierra Hull, 32, was arrested July 1 on possession of controlled substance paraphernalia and possession of burglar’s tools charges. n Blake Johnston, 41, was arrested June 28. Charges are confidential. n Courtney Dickenson, 22, was arrested July 5 for grand theft of lost property charges. n Yvonne Lopez, 34, was arrested June 29 for allegedly driving on a suspended license. n Kyle Combs, 53, was arrested July 5 on possession of controlled substance charges. n Joseph Morin, 46, was arrested July 5 for allegedly bringing a controlled substance into a prison. n Ryan Pritchett, 20, was arrested July 6 for allegedly possessing a narcotic controlled substance, a felony parole violation. n Talmadge Pitts, 61, was arrested July 5 on intoxication in public charges.
Former Contra Costa Deputy Sheriff allegedly tied to Oakland sex ring A former Contra Costa County Deputy Sheriff’s role in the sex scandal that has rocked the Oakland Police Department is part of an on-going internal affairs probe by Contra Costa County officials. Former Deputy Sheriff Ricardo Perez resigned last week while the subject of investigation into sexual misconduct. While no longer employed by the Sheriff’s Office, Perez also remains subject to a criminal investigation being conducted by the Oakland Police Department. “We earn the public trust through honesty, transparency and accountability,’’ said Sheriff David Livingston. “Although this case involved one deputy out of the over 1,000 Sheriff’s Office employees, we will not tolerate even a single breach of the public trust we work so hard to earn.” The scandal first came to public attention when a woman alleged she’d had sex with 28 law enforcement officers from around the Bay Area, oftentimes in exchange for money. She said several of the encounters took place while she was underage. Of the officers involved, 14 come from the Oakland Police Department, with others from around the Bay Area – including Perez, the woman alleges.
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The three projects detailed in the call for qualifications include: 1) A new County Administration Building, located in the same location at 651 Pine Street or an adjacent location(s) or on other County-owned properties in Martinez; 2) A new Emergency Operations Center either at the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office along Glacier Drive, or another nearby location; 3) Possible other major County facilities identified as part of the County’s long term needs and part of on-going Capital Improvement Program development. Kanzaria anticipated receiving submissions from multiple qualified firms, which will allow the county to have information
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ready to pull out in the future when it is ready to commence with other major projects. Another incentive for putting these projects on a fast track is to take advantage of the attractive low interest bond market that now exists for public projects. Bonds would be used to fund these future projects. Save the County Jail is one organization with a particular interest in future plans for a new administration building. The organization is now seeking to preserve the old county jail, built in 1903, that now sits adjacent to the current Administration Building. One idea would see the old jail demolished so the site could serve as a potential
staging area for the equipment necessary to construct a new administration building. “Our hope is that it will be possible to accommodate the historic values component of your downtown Martinez development to the extent of working around the oldest portion of the county jail,’’ wrote Dean McLeod of Save the County Jail in an email to Eric Angstadt, chief assistant county office administrator for capital projects. “Among the threads that underpin the very identity of Martinez is its sense of architectural history,’’ continued McLeod. “In the global scheme of things, this may seem insignificant, but it contributes to sense of place, something that is of high value in this city.’’
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(7), Elizabeth Robinson (7), Frances Schulze (10), Daphne Smyth (6), Rachel Snyder (15), Krystiana Solano (10), Sterry Kaitlyn (10), Shasta Thompson (5), Allie Watkins (10), Emily Watkins (6), and Sasha Williams (9). Twelve boys swam personal bests in every one of their individual races: Aidan Concepcion (17), Ryan Fowlar (18), James Frisbie (13), Zachary Frisbie (7), Noah Gutierrez (8), Benicio Montes (6), Ronin Osmond (6), Devin Purewal (11), Samuel Regan (9), Brandon Nolan Silveira (6), Grant Snyder (11), and Nicholas Wright (14). The Otters took to the water once again on Wednesday, June 29, facing the Vista Diablo Dolphins in their fourth dual meet of the season. In a hard fought battle against a strong opponent, the Otters once again came away with a win, with a final score of MCST Otters 395, Vista Diablo 315. Competition among the girls was particularly tough, with the Otter girls winning by only a 25 point margin over the Vista Diablo girls: 188 to 163. Top scorers for the Otter girls included Sydney
Bower (13), Lizzy Atencio (17), Emily Watkins (6), Casey Concepcion (12), and Tatum Cue (11). The Otter boys finished the meet with a comfortable lead of 206 to 152. Top scorers for the boys included Josh Deilke (18), Shawn Keifer (8), Aidan Concepcion (17), Nick Wright (14), Jackson Barnacal (11), Ryan Fowlar (18), Devin Purewal (11), Owen Bolstad (10), Noah Nevares (9), Stefano Costa (14), Hunter Burns (6) and MacKinnely Kirshen (8). The Otters showed their strong team work, winning eight of 12 relay events. The young swimmers also continued to improve their individual times, proving that hard work, practice and first-rate coaching really do pay off. The Otters also swam on Wednesday, July 6, against the Pleasant Hill Dolfins at Rankin Aquatic Center. They will next compete July 9 and 10 in the Devil Mountain Pentathlon at the Dana Hills Cabana Club in Clayton, where every swimmer from swim teams throughout Contra Costa County will compete in five different events. (See future editions of the Tribune for results from these meets.)
Martinez places 6th in Cool California Challenge Martinez remained a strong competitor throughout the 20152016 CoolCalifornia Challenge thanks to the sustainability efforts of participating Martinez households. Collectively, actions taken by participating households in all 22 cities are leading to savings of approximately 5,638 metric tons of carbon dioxide – the equivalent of removing more than 2,500 homes from the grid or 1,100 automobiles from the road for a year (Center for Sustainable Energy, 2016). On April 14, Energy Upgrade California released the final ranking and prize amounts to be distributed to each City. Martinez landed in 6th place with nearly 150 participants and close to 300,000 points earned. The City will be awarded $8,745 in prize money to go towards a City sustainability project. “I’m excited and encouraged by how well we did in our first year of participating in the Cool California Challenge,” said Mayor Rob Schroder. “Our citizens really care about the environment and pride themselves in their conservation efforts. I look forward to Martinez being a part of next year’s Challenge!” The City of Martinez will be using the CoolCalifornia Challenge Funds to replace approximately 60 trees in the downtown corridor. The criteria for replacement were the age and health of
carbon absorption within the City. Martinez is proud of being recognized as a “Tree City USA” and will continue maintaining and planting trees to maximize the many benefits they provide, such as creating a healthy environment and fostering community pride. Please visit www.cachallenge. org for more information about the CoolCalifornia Challenge.
the trees and public safety concerns regarding fallen branches in the busy downtown areas. Many of the trees to be replaced have grown to the end of their life span, while others have fallen prey to the Fire Blight disease caused during several years with minimum rainfall. Aside from improving the aesthetics and public safety of the downtown, this project will improve shade cover and
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Weather, Astronomical & Tides Friday, July 8
Saturday, July 9
Sunday, July 10
Monday, July 11
Tuesday, July 12
Wednesday, July 13
Thursday, July 14
79º / 59º Low clouds, then sunshine
77º / 55º Low clouds, then sunshine
81º / 56º Low clouds, then sunshine
84º / 56º Plenty of sunshine
84º / 56º Plenty of sun
87º / 52º Sunny
93º / 52º Sunny and warmer
Sunrise / Sunset 5:54 a.m. / 8:33 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 5:54 a.m. / 8:33 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 5:55 a.m. / 8:33 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 5:56 a.m. / 8:32 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 5:56 a.m. / 8:32 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 5:57 a.m. / 8:31 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 5:58 a.m. / 8:31 p.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 10:22 a.m. / 11:26 p.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 11:20 a.m. / 11:57 p.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 3:02 p.m. / 2:04 a.m. (FD)
Moonrise / Moonset 3:57 p.m. / 2:40 a.m. (FD)
High Tides 4:26 a.m. (5.12 ft) 6:23 p.m. (4.95 ft)
High Tides 5:19 a.m. (4.63 ft) 7:06 p.m. (4.92 ft)
High Tides 6:21 a.m. (4.13 ft) 7:50 p.m. (4.92 ft)
High Tides 7:36 a.m. (3.71 ft) 8:34 p.m. (4.95 ft)
High Tides 8:57 a.m. (3.48 ft) 9:17 p.m. (5.05 ft)
High Tides 10:11 a.m. (3.48 ft) 9:58 p.m. (5.18 ft)
High Tides 11:17 a.m. (3.61 ft) 10:36 p.m. (5.38 ft)
Low Tides 11:36 a.m. (-0.23 ft) 11:55 p.m. (1.94 ft)
Low Tides 12:13 p.m. (.07 ft)
Low Tides 12:55 a.m. (1.80 ft) 12:50 p.m. (.43 ft)
Low Tides 2 a.m. (1.61 ft) 1:30 p.m. (.82 ft)
Low Tides 3:09 a.m. (1.35 ft) 2:16 p.m. (1.21 ft)
Low Tides 4:15 a.m. (.98 ft) 3:07 p.m. (1.64 ft)
Low Tides 5:15 a.m. (.62 ft) 4 p.m. (2 ft)
Moonrise / Moonset Moonrise / Moonset Moonrise / Moonset 12:17 p.m. / 12:28 a.m. (FD) 1:12 p.m. / 12:58 a.m. (FD) 2:07 p.m. / 1:30 a.m. (FD)
Temperatures from AccuWeather. Astronomical information by U.S. Naval Observatory Astronomical Applications Department. Water levels measured from Martinez-Amorco Pier. (FD is Following Day; PD is Preceding Day.)
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Datebook Friday, July 8 Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 8 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthemain.com
Saturday, July 9 Main Street Arts Grand Opening When: 5-9 p.m. Saturday, July 9 Where: Main Street Arts, 613 Main St., Martinez. Details: Member Gallery with 10 local artists participating, including Bonnie Fry, Pam McCauley, Jerry Hild, Gwenn Spratt, Nancy Robinson, Warren Rose, Stanley Satchell, Mimi Wirth, Lynne McManus and Jeremy Goodson. Also showing is Guest Artist, Sarah Gross, nationally known artist and teacher. Visit with artists, enjoy refreshments and get to know the new gallery. Cost: Free Info: www.mainstreetarts.net
Sunday, July 10 Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 10, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez. Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
Monday, July 11
Movie at the Library When: 6 p.m. Monday, July 11 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Everyone is invited! Join the Martinez Library for a Monday Movie Night showing of “The Lego Movie.� We will start the show at 6 p.m. All ages are welcome, but children must be supervised by a parent or guardian. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Tuesday, July 12 Legos at the Library When: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 12 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: This is a chance to learn tips and tricks from an expert in all things Lego. He will show various constructions and help you make something amazing. Come join in the creative fun. Ages 4 and up. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org CCRMC Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 12 Where: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center parking lot, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. Details: Seasonal farmers market offers healthy local produce including vegetables, local honey, jams, nuts, salsa, hummus, dips and granola. An array of lunch options available, with table seating. Live music also on site! CalFresh accepted. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.cccfm.org
Friday, July 15 Fridays on the Main
Magazines & soft-back books needed! Magazines (and soft back books) are needed at the Contra Costa Regional Medical Center, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. The Auxiliary Volunteers deliver some 150 magazines each week to the 14 waiting rooms around the hospital and clinics. The magazines help make the long waits bearable. Bring magazines to the hospital lobby information desk or the Gift Shop. All personal labels are removed by the Auxiliary Volunteers before they are delivered. For more information please call the Gift Shop at (925) 370-5818, or email Rhonda.Smith@hsd.cccounty.us.
When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 15 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthe-
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Saturday, July 16 Drones When: 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Alvin Alejandro, owner and operator of Aerial Vue, will give a talk on various topics related to drones, including what they are, who uses them, their various uses, controversies, and laws related to their use. Question and answer session to follow, plus a demonstration and raffle. No registration required. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org Ice Cream Social When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16 Where: Contra Costa County History Center, 724 Escobar St., Martinez. Details: The Contra Costa County Historical Society is hosting an Ice Cream Social and Open House to celebrate National Ice Cream Day and summertime in CoCo County. Stop by for a scoop and a tour of the County Archives! Cost: $5 suggested donation Info: www.cocohistory.com
Sunday, July 17 Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 17, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez. Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
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New concrete and framing supply business Build-Tek Inc., located at 55 Howe Road, Martinez, celebrated their Grand Opening Friday, June 24, 2016. The event featured door prizes, food, a raffle, vendor booths and a ribbon cutting (pictured above).
Tuesday, July 19
Wednesday, July 20
Road Scholar When: 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 19 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Gladys Gilliland of Road Scholar, a non-profit educational travel program for seniors, will talk about her experiences traveling in Italy and Cuba. Find out more about the program and the exciting travel and educational opportunities it offers! No registration required. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Wii Wednesday When: 3-4 p.m. Wednesday, July 20 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Wii will be set up in the downstairs for games. Bring a friend! Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
CCRMC Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 19 Where: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center parking lot, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. Details: Seasonal farmers market offers healthy local produce including vegetables, local honey, jams, nuts, salsa, hummus, dips and granola. An array of lunch options available, with table seating. Live music also on site! CalFresh accepted. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.cccfm.org
One on one computer help A computer docent is at the Martinez Library on Mondays and Tuesdays (formerly on Fridays) to help with computer related questions. Make reservations on Monday for between 3-5 p.m. or 5-7 p.m. Tuesday. Please stop by the reference desk or give the Library a call at (925) 646-9900 for reservations.
Friday, July 22 Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 22 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show, live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthemain.com
brary with a magic show for all ages. End the Summer Reading Festival with fun, laughter, and the power of make-believe! Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Tuesday, July 26 Art History Discussion: Man Ray When: 6-7 p.m. Tuesday, July 26 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Art can take many forms. Please join art docent Lorena Castillo for a discussion of the works of artist Man Ray. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez. Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
CCRMC Farmers Market When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, July 26 Where: Contra Costa Regional Medical Center parking lot, 2500 Alhambra Ave., Martinez. Details: Seasonal farmers market offers healthy local produce including vegetables, local honey, jams, nuts, salsa, hummus, dips and granola. An array of lunch options available, with table seating. Live music also on site! CalFresh accepted. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.cccfm.org
Monday, July 25
Friday, July 29
Magic with Magician Mike When: 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 25 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: See magic come to life at the Martinez Li-
Fridays on the Main When: 6-8 p.m. Friday, July 29 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez. Details: Car cruise & show,
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Datebook live music and farmers market. Cost: Free Info: www.fridaysonthemain.com
Saturday, July 30 Saturday Needle Arts with Marilyn When: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, July 30 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Get hands on instruction from Marilyn, dedicated and talented volunteer, who works with adults and teens of all skill levels. Work on current projects or be inspired to learn a new hobby. All instruction is free and no registration is required. Please bring your own materials. Cost: Free Info: http://ccclib.org
Sunday, July 31 Sunday Farmers Market When: Sunday, July 31, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Where: Estudillo and Main streets, Martinez. Details: Year-round market offers fresh fruits and vegetables and other farmgrown/home-made foods and wares. Cost: Free to peruse; price of goods varies. Info: www.pcfma.com
Saturday, Aug. 6 Shakespeare in the Park When: 3 p.m. Saturday
Aug. 6 Where: Martinez Waterfront Amphitheater, 115 Tarantino Drive, Martinez. Details: Taming of the Shrew, directed by Lindsay Stoltz-Karimian and performed by Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park players, will premiere in Martinez. Cost: Free Info: http://vallejoshakespeare.wix.com
Martinez Independence Day Parade puts patriotism on display
Sunday, Aug. 7 Shakespeare in the Park When: 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 7 Where: Martinez Waterfront Amphitheater, 115 Tarantino Drive, Martinez. Details: Taming of the Shrew, directed by Lindsay Stoltz-Karimian and performed by Vallejo Shakespeare in the Park players, will premiere in Martinez. Cost: Free Info: http://vallejoshakespeare.wix.com
Saturday, Aug. 30 Big Bag of Books Sale! When: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 13 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St. (lower level), Martinez. Details: For $5, fill a grocery sack with books you choose from a huge selection. All proceeds support library programs. Sponsored by Friends of the Martinez Library. FOML members are admitted at 10 a.m. Info: (925) 229-1959
Main Street Arts to celebrate gallery Drone expert to give presentation at library opening Saturday DRONES: Continued from Page 1
MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune
Thousands of onlookers came to Main Street in downtown Martinez to enjoy the July 4th parade last Monday. Parade entries varied from walking groups to cars and floats, though one thing was constant – patriotism and appreciation of independence.
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MARTINEZ, Calif. – Main Street Arts is having it’s Grand Opening on Saturday, July 9, from 5-9 p.m., at 613 Main St., downtown Martinez. The gallery is a Member Gallery with 10 local artists participating: Bonnie Fry, Pam McCauley, Jerry Hild, Gwenn Spratt, Nancy Robinson, Warren Rose, Stanley Satchell, Mimi Wirth, Lynne McManus and Jeremy Goodson. Also showing is Guest Artist Sarah Gross, a nationally known artist and teacher. Gross has shown in many venues in the Bay Area, including the Oakland Museum. She holds multiple awards and prizes – including first prize in CWA’s (California Watercolor Association’s) National show. Her joy is painting in watercolor, with subjects including wildflowers, antique toys and portraits. Main Street Arts invites all to join them in celebrating their opening. Come sip wine, sparkling juices, and enjoy many tasty tidbits while getting to know the gallery artists. For more information about the gallery, visit http://www.mainstreetarts.net.
photographer and videographer. “The use of drones was still at its infancy. I wanted to try this side of technology part-time only, [but became] more immersed than I expected,’’ he said. “It opened the door for me to explore and research them further about their viability for the future.’’ Alejandro will address various topics related to drones, including what they are, who uses them, their various uses, controversies, and laws related to their use. And, a question and answer session will follow the talk. “The questions I typically receive are in regards to model aircrafts such as an RC plane/helicopter, and further clarifi-
cations about registration,’’ said Alejandro. “And if some licensed pilots are in attendance, they typically ask about the process in obtaining a commercial drone operator’s license.’’ A drone demonstration and raffle will also be part of the presentation. No registration required. A month later, Tom Leatherman, superintendent of the four National Park Service sites in Contra Costa County, will be on hand Aug. 16 at 6:30 p.m., to speak on the topic of “National Parks of Contra Costa County: Part of the 100 Years of National Legacy.’’ Leatherman will discuss the history and relevance of the county’s four his-
toric sites. There will also be a discussion of the National Park Service as a whole and the 2016 celebration of the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the most amazing preservation system in the world. Also on the calendar in August will be a visit from the “Paper Airplane Guy,’’ John Collins, who made a name for himself as the World Record holder for paper airplane distance. Collins has appeared on the late night television talk show hosted by Conan O’Brien, and will appear at the library on Aug. 29 at 6:30 p.m. to wow locals. All ages are welcome and registration is not required.
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Letters
Livermore & Pine Meadow Lilley resigns from IBEW Dear Editor, The goal of Friends of Pine Meadow is to convince the Mayor and City Council to protect our open space and park land, and stop turning it into housing. And work to buy Pine Meadow – Permanent Open Space/Recreation since 1973 – for public use forever. Livermore succeeded already. The Livermore City Council is moving ahead with plans to convert the now-defunct 90-acre
Springtown Golf Course into open space/recreation according to recent City Council actions. The 90-acre site may be converted to a temporary open space while the community decides what to do with the land. The good news for us is that the Livermore figures for conversion and maintenance indicate that those costs for Pine Meadow would NOT break our City budget, and would potentially be a lot lower than the
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figures some have been saying. Livermore’s estimated costs for their 90-acre site for up front transformation and yearly maintenance are: • $45-75,000/year for maintenance, to include mowing, irrigation and path maintenance, and possibly maintaining benches, drinking fountains and trash cans. • $250,000 upfront costs to do simple transformation of the course using city employees to do the work, including removing a maintenance building, installing drip irrigation for existing trees, and removing some of the golf features, like sand traps. For Pine Meadow, these costs may be less because it is a lot smaller, only 26 acres. Certainly an actual study of these costs for Pine Meadow would have to be done to get exact figures. Livermore is lucky in that the City already owns the land, and we must buy the Pine Meadow Permanent Open Space/Recreation site from the owners, but the Livermore estimates indicate costs for Pine Meadow maintenance and conversion would not be the huge sums that some have suggested. We hope our mayor and City Councilmembers listen to Livermore ... and to all of us. Congratulations to Livermore! – Tim Platt and Mark Thomson for Friends of Pine Meadow
[Dear Community:] The past three years has been an extraordinary time in my life. I cannot adequately express my gratitude to those who gave me the opportunity to further the cause of our union and working American craftsmen. In many ways, I have the best job in the world! Every day I go out into the community, meet people in positions of leadership, and tell them the truth about our highly-skilled, highly-motivated workforce. But one thing we learn in the construction industry is that all jobs – even the best ones – eventually come to an end. It is [in] this spirit that I must hereby tender my resignation as Assistant Business Manager of IBEW Local 302 effective July 1, 2016. Although it is with some sadness that I will be moving on – sadness that I will no longer be working with my Brothers and Sisters to advocate for our cause on a daily basis – I want
you to know that I will always be available to lend a hand should the need arise. We like to talk about how we are the best local in the IBEW and the elite of the construction industry. But I don’t think it is possible to know the truth of that statement until you see it from the inside. We are special because of our training, our constantly updated skills, and most of all, the men and women that I am proud to call my Brothers and Sisters. I sincerely believe it is better now than when we found it three years ago, and I believe its best days are ahead. But one thing that will never change is my commitment to our community, our craft, and my Brothers and Sisters. Thank you all for making this one of the best experiences of my life! Sincerely, Bob Lilley, Former Assistant Business Manager, Proud member of IBEW Local 302 Card #D404392
And the clever campaigning award goes to ... Martinez City Council candidate John Stevens surprised parade goers Monday with fortune cookies. The fortunes? “JOHN STEVENS will be your next Martinez City Council Member.” Clever! Main Street Martinez rules forbade candidates from riding in the parade with election banners, but it looks like Stevens found a great way to make a memorable impression on Independence Day. Stevens, Noralee Gipner and incumbent Mark Ross are the only candidates, thus far, to either declare or express interest in candidacy for the post. Two seats are up for grabs as Ross’s present term expires this November, and Councilwoman Anamarie Avila Farias continues her bid for a seat on the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors.
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Faith Billy Graham's ‘My Answer'
Shower new churchgoers with Christ’s love By BILLY GRAHAM Tribune Content Agency Q: Recently a couple joined our church, and it’s already obvious that they’re going to be troublemakers. I even found out from a friend that they’ve been in other churches in our city, and have a reputation for stirring up trouble wherever they go. Why would anyone want to be like this? – Mrs. K.G. A: I don’t know why anyone would want to have this reputation; love should be our goal
as believers – the same kind of self-giving love that Christ has for us. The Bible says, “Be devoted to one another in love. ... Live in harmony with one another” (Romans 12:10, 16). Nevertheless, Christians aren’t perfect, nor will we be perfect until we get to Heaven. That’s why churches aren’t perfect either; you’ve probably heard the old saying that if you ever found a perfect church, it would become imperfect the minute you joined it! That’s why I hope your church’s members will go out of their way to welcome this couple
and shower them with Christ’s love. This may be exactly what they’re seeking (and may not have found elsewhere). The Bible says, “Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins” (1 Peter 4:8). Sadly, however, occasionally some people do seem to enjoy stirring up dissension in their church, even though it’s wrong. If your concerns about this couple turn out to be valid, your church’s leadership should deal with them, prayerfully and wisely. In the meantime, make it your goal to live for Jesus and share
His love with others. Even if this couple has allowed bitterness or pride or any other evil to control them, perhaps your life will be an example to them, and will help bring them to repentance, faith and submission to Jesus Christ as Lord. Send your queries to “My Answer,” c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; call 1-(877) 2-GRAHAM, or visit the website for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association: www. billygraham.org.
I met Ray at Sunday church. I heard he wanted a ride to the weekly home church that I attended, so I offered. Each week I gave him a ride. Each week I learned more about him. At first sight, one knew he was different. He had a massive nest of black, bushy hair. I would have called it an Afro, but it was far more unruly
than that. He was overweight and wore baggy clothes. His arms hung loose and jiggled when he walked, causing his hands to flap forward at the wrists. His most unusual trait was that his eyes constantly darted as though he were assessing the threat of every person in the room. I soon learned he had a large helping of paranoia. His primary obsession was the “demon people.” These malevolent beings were always telling
him what not to do. When I would pick up Ray to go grocery shopping, he would say, “Oh, no. The demon people don’t want me to leave the house.” After I convinced Ray it was okay to go shopping, on the drive home he would decipher the license plate of the car in front of us. License plates were always bad news. “Oh, no. The license plate is telling me that I shouldn’t have bought the candy bar.”
By now, you must have deduced that Ray was not mentally stable. He didn’t work and couldn’t work. He lived by himself in Section 8 housing. Twice a week, he attended compulsory “socialization” where others like him came together for planned activities. His apartment was filthy. His hygiene was lacking. His diet was atrocious. Frustrating behaviors At weekly home church, eight of us met in the leader’s home. Ray would eat the snacks and then doze on the couch while the group discussed the Bible. This happened every time. Ray had more interest in food than in the Bible. It frustrated the heck out of the leader. Ray frustrated me, too. Every time I saw Ray, I needed
Sabbath services By RABBI GELLMAN Tribune Content Agency Q: Could you briefly explain your Sabbath services and the opportunity for your laity to dialogue during the service. – Respectfully, C
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Evangelist Billy Graham.
Loving Ray: What to do when someone doesn’t change By RICK HOCKER Special to the Tribune
The God Squad
to remind him to not listen to the demon people. “Don’t pay attention to what they say. They don’t have your best interests in mind. They never say anything good or helpful.” Ray would hang his head and say, “You’re right. I shouldn’t listen.” But 10 minutes later, he would be listening to them and getting worked up. And I would lecture him again. I believed that if I repeated myself enough times, Ray would get it. That never happened. Ray’s purpose I didn’t know what to do about Ray. He was already on medications. He had case-workers who were trying their best to help him. I prayed for him. I also prayed for myself, that I would be more patient. One day, God u RAY: Page 16
A: The purpose of every prayer service I have ever led was not to have my congregants have a dialogue with me, but rather for them to have a dialogue with God. I know this was true for Tommy as well because we talked about it often. My teaching is a different matter. There I welcome dialogue with my students, but those with me in the sanctuary for a prayer service are not my students. They are just like me, members of a holy congregation trying to find ways to thank God for the blessings of our lives and trust God for hope and courage in bearing the burdens of our lives. Years ago I tried an experiment at Sabbath services. Instead of a sermon I just asked congregants to share with me any question about anything spiritual that was pressing on them. Over many weeks nobody ever asked a question. As I think back on that failed homiletic experiment, I realize that they were right and I was wrong. They were not in synagogue to talk to me, or even to learn from me. They were there to talk to God and learn from God and wisdom of our ancestors expressed in our prayer book. I still ask for questions, but never during a prayer service. They have to wait for me to be their teacher for another time. At the moment of communal prayer I am their partner. Given all this you should understand just why sermons are such strange spiritual animals. In important ways they do not fit the purpose of a prayer service. They are made up of ideas and the best prayer services are made up of music and movement. However, Protestant Christianity introduced the sermon as a main focus of the prayer service and that model has soaked into most every religious tradition. Sermons make you think and prayer is not thinking. Prayer is focused trust in God. It is about feelings and about silence and about meditation and reflection. Sermons seem like an unwanted guest, and yet I love to preach. I need to preach. At some rare moments when I am preaching I feel as if the words I am speaking are not my own but u
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Male Athletes of the Year
Josh Abraham, Senior
Matt Beck leaves Alhambra as one of its best pure athletes in recent memory. After stepping into the fold of the football team as a senior, he sky-rocketed straight up to a starter as running back to go along with Jonathan McCart. For his time he was awarded a first-team all league spot on offense, but also held together an injury-prone secondary for the Bulldogs. After an off year as a junior in basketball, Beck stepped in as a strong piece off the bench for a struggling Bulldog boys basketball team. He played max effort even when the Bulldogs were down 30 points, always playing at 100 percent even when he wasn’t feeling 100 percent. For many student athletes, just having those two things on their CV could amount to a successful career, but Beck excelled in one sport above the other two. As a baseball player he stepped in to bat lead off in the second half of the season as a sophomore. During his three years at the program he moved around from anywhere to first in the lineup to clean up. On top of that he got to seemingly every ball hit in his direction in the outfield, which earned him second-team all-DFAL recognition as a sophomore, and a gold glove award as a senior.
Nick Lucido, another three sport athlete, won a pair of North Coast Section championships during his time as an Alhambra athlete, something very few have done before him. Lucido was part of the team that won the water polo program’s first title after four straight finals in 2014, and was one of the top goal-scoring options on the team in his junior year before taking over as a captain in his senior year along with teammate on water polo and volleyball, Bailey Abbott. Lucido was the glue of a history-making volleyball team that became one of the top programs in the country overnight and set a standard for Alhambra volleyball unlike any team before it. While winning the North Coast Section was the main objective, the Bulldog boys also went on to break ground in the Nor Cal Volleyball playoffs, and although they didn’t win the tournament, they represented Alhambra well. As opposite hitter, Lucido provided offense for the team when needed, but was a key player in the defensive side of the game. His shining moment of the season with many bright spots was getting the match-winning kill in the NCS finals.
Jerald Jionoran’s achievements at Alhambra will always be remembered for his part in turning around what the volleyball team did in their championship winning season. But the senior was a JV call up as a sophomore that saw significant minutes after injuries plagued the varsity boys’ team. Jionoran provided rebounds and defensive work for that team and he continued to play on the team until his senior season. Those achievements understandably get lost in the distance when you become a big part of the team that brings a school the first North Coast Section title in a program’s short history. Jionoran played a big part in the team reaching unheard-of territory as a program. He was one of coach Peter Crowley’s most valuable players on the court, and also the most versatile. Crowley often said he felt Jionoran’s ability to move to any spot on the court the coach asked him to was his greatest asset to the team. Like Lucido, he too was a multi-sport athlete who earned three varsity blocks in two different sports. His finest moment on the court came in the NCS final where he notched a matchhigh 21 kills in a historic victory.
VARSITY BASKETBALL & VOLLEYBALL
Joey Miller became homecoming hero and had one of the best 24-hour spans any teenage kid could have this past year. Hours after being named the school’s homecoming king, Miller made the special team’s play of the year by blocking a key PAT against Dublin to preserve a slim lead over Dublin. That win would be huge in securing a playoff spot and hosting a playoff game at Alhambra. He was one of the senior leaders on a stout defensive line that was one of the top strengths for Alhambra’s playoff-bound football team. He worked in an interior line position that rarely gets credit when things go right, and achieved great things. He was rewarded for his work with a spot on the second-team all defense as a senior. But he wasn’t done there. Only a few months later, Miller went into the Diablo Foothill Athletic League wrestling tournament by storm by winning a very competitive weight class and becoming the league’s champion representative at NCS. Miller was named a second-team all league award winner as a junior wrestler, and his DFAL championship led to him being named a first-team all league winner as a senior.
Jerald Jionoran, Senior
VARSITY WATER POLO, VOLLEYBALL & SWIMMING
Nick Lucido, Senior
VARSITY FOOTBALL, BASKETBALL & BASEBALL
Matt Beck, Senior
VARSITY FOOTBALL & WRESTLING
VARSITY FOOTBALL & BASEBALL
Josh Abraham has been playing at the varsity level in two sports since he was a sophomore, and contributing big. He caught a staff of upperclassmen as a sophomore on a team that reached a North Coast Section final, and has played on both sides of the ball for a football team that has reached the second round of the NCS playoffs in football twice during his tenure. Abraham was named second-team all-DFAL on the offensive side of the ball in his junior and senior years, while also being listed as honorable mention in his senior year as linebacker. On the baseball team he has caught nearly every inning since his sophomore year, handling staffs with two pitchers who have gone on to play college ball at four-year institutions, and a handful of pitchers who now ply their trade at Diablo Valley College. Abraham was at the helm of a pitching staff this year that allowed the fewest runs in the DFAL, and on top of that he batted in the heart of the order for the Bulldog boys. He leaves Alhambra as a top dual-sport athlete with six varsity blocks – a mark only a select few athletes who play three sports achieve.
Joey Miller, Senior
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Female Athletes of the Year
Marissa D’Atri, Sophomore
Bri Perez, Junior
Lexy Swenson, Senior Lexy Swenson was one of the last members of the volleyball team who participated before the recent upswing. She played through less than exciting games but continued on. Coach Willie Marchesano once called her the team’s Stephen Curry, alluding to the Golden State Warriors’ guard. Pretty high praise from a coach, but the senior setter earned it due to her captain-ship of the team. She was a leader on the court, and equally so on the pitch. The central defender on the team with most time logged for the Bulldogs captained Alhambra to a solid finish in the soccer season. There, too, she captained the Bulldogs to a great season. Swenson was one of only three seniors on the soccer team this season, and her job was one of the most important on the field. The Bulldogs were one of the best defensive teams in the DFAL this season, but were also tied for second in the entire section in Division II in goals allowed, behind only the Northgate Broncos. Swenson’s partnership with Adriana Saroni or Sarah Emigh will be hard to replicate but with some young talent down the line, we could soon see someone fill her boots.
VARSITY VOLLEYBALL & SOCCER
Karlee Sparacino was going to be the only person who challenged Bri Perez for the last Diablo Foothill Athletic League MVP award. The middle infield that has anchored the Bulldogs’ best run as a program is one unlike any the school has ever seen. To win the award, Sparacino drove in 57 RBIs (a total that surpassed Kylee Perez’s previous record), hit seven home runs and hit .620. The addition of Kimiko Zapanta allowed Buccellato to shift Sparacino down to the third spot in the order and she flourished in the role. The accolades continued to pile up for the Oregon-commit. She was named a finalist for Ms. Softball State Player of the Year, and while she didn’t win the award, she was a part of the field of three that was narrowed down from nine initial candidates. She, like Bri Perez, also raised her third softball plaque in early June and collected her third winners medal in her third season at Alhambra. In the final she went 3-for-3 with a pair of RBIs to assist the Bulldog girls in beating Newark Memorial for the second time this season. Sparacino also collected her third straight first-team allDFAL distinction.
VARSITY SOFTBALL
Nicki Rucki made headlines for her work at Knowles Field for the football team this season. The incoming senior has been a part of the football team for nearly two seasons now, and continues to improve every day. Her crowning moment was perhaps the North Coast Section playoff game against Bishop O’Dowd, where a solid special teams game in a tight match-up kept the Bulldogs within striking distance all the way until the end of regulation. But if you want to watch her at her best, you’ll have to brave the winter weather at Knowles Field. Rucki has been one of the most versatile players on the soccer pitch, lining up at forward and goalkeeper for the Bulldogs. She’s scored from midfield, made brilliant saves and captained a solid team. A late injury put a wrench into what could’ve been a great season, but we’re sure she is hungry to make an impact for the Bulldogs before going across the Bay Bridge to play at San Francisco State in two years time. Rucki will line up between the sticks for what has been a golden generation of Alhambra soccer players who will have one last shot to deliver the title they so badly crave before going off to greener pastures.
Karlee Sparacino, Junior
VARSITY FOOTBALL & SOCCER
Marissa D’Atri managed three different sports this season – cross country, soccer and track and field, and did all three spectacularly. The incoming junior has achieved more in her three years than some students have in all four of their years in high school, from qualifying for the CIF State Championships in Cross Country, to playing a vital role providing quality pace on the wings for the soccer team, to a strong showing at North Coast Section in track. D’Atri is the youngest person of the 10 athletes selected for the Athletes of the Year by the Tribune, and it’s clear to see why. Her body of work does the talking for her. Just this season she set the second-best mark ever in the 800 meters with a time of 2:17.73, only three seconds behind the all-time mark. In the 1600 meters, she set the fourth best mark of all-time with a time of 5:11.21 seconds. With two years still to go, it’s very conceivable to say we could be watching one of the best runners to ever lace up their spikes for the Bulldogs. Make sure to keep an eye on her in 2017. We’re sure you wont be disappointed.
VARSITY CROSS COUNTRY, SOCCER & TRACK & FIELD
VARSITY SOFTBALL
Bri Perez won her third softball North Coast Section championship, hit .613, drove in 40 runs, hit six home runs, and stole 21 bases in 21 attempts. Those numbers are all eye-popping at any level, but it’s just what she does. The UCLA-commit did something even the previous generations of Alhambra starts couldn’t do. Three titles in Division II will lead the Bulldogs into Division I next season in Perez’s senior year, where she has a chance to leave the school with one of the greatest softball dynasties in the area. Perez was named to her third first-team all-league selection in the Diablo Foothill Athletic League, and followed up an MVP season with one equally as solid. Only an out of this world season by teammate Karlee Sparacino stopped the streak of keeping the award in the Perez family. Her coach, Paul Buccellato, often refers to Perez as one of the best high school athletes he’s ever seen, let alone coached, so with one more season to make her mark at Alhambra, the incoming senior will surely leave as one of the top athletes ever to put on the blue and gold of Alhambra High School.
Nicki Rucki, Junior
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SHOOT IT BELLA BOCCE TOTALS
11 8 99
16 19 99
0.407 0.296 0.500
27 27 198
% 0.667 0.556 0.481 0.467 0.467 0.444 0.433 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 30 30 27 30 198
TEAM SHELL BOCCIATORI SMB YOU WANNA BOCCE LA BELLA VITA SALUTI DR. "B'S" BLASTERS SONS OF A BOCCE
Games Played 30 30 30 27 27 27 27 198
TEAM THAT'S WHATSHE SAID… GOOD TIME ROLLERS BOCCE FRIENDS B.U.I. BOBS YOUR UNCLE K-2-K ROLLOERS D'BOCCERI
Games Played 27 30 30 27 27 27 30 198
TEAM MISSION IMBOCCEBALL BOCCE BY THE BAY WARF RATS MISFITS CELLAR DWELLERS BOWLING THUNDER N.U.T.S.
BALL WEEVELS INCOGNITO TOTALS
TUESDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM MARDI GRAS MADNESS BOCCE AMICI TOO ROLLIN' UP X-RAYS BOCCE BOUNCERS HIGH CASINOS GSD
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Martinez Bocce Federation Standings
The Martinez Bocce Federation consists of 235 teams within excess of 500 players participating across 32 different divisions. The courts are located at the Martinez Marina. MBF Standings current as of Saturday, July 2, 2016. MONDAY VOLO DIVISION TEAM CAVALIERI LE PETOMANE FINE LINE I TOL U BOCCE BY TATE RED HOOK RED DEVILS TOTALS
WON 8 7 6 5 3 1 30
LOST 2 3 4 5 7 9 30
% 0.800 0.700 0.600 0.500 0.300 0.100 0.500
Games Played 10 10 10 10 10 10 60
% 0.704 0.630 0.593 0.500 0.481 0.333 0.208 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 24 27 24 24 180
% 0.704 0.625 0.542 0.444 0.417 0.407 0.370 0.500
Games Played 27 24 24 27 24 27 27 180
% 0.741 0.593 0.583 0.481 0.407 0.375 0.292 0.500
Games Played 27 27 24 27 27 24 24 180
% 0.708 0.630 0.630 0.593 0.542 0.208 0.185 0.500
Games Played 24 27 27 27 24 24 27 180
% 0.800 0.733 0.556 0.519 0.407 0.259 0.200 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 27 27 27 30 198
MONDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM KNIGHTS TEMPLAR CHALLENGERS OUT OF TOWNERS PEDAL PUB ROLLING STONES PALLINOS FIRE BALLS TOTALS
WON 19 17 16 12 13 8 5 90
LOST 8 10 11 12 14 16 19 90
MONDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM VINO ROSSO HOLY ROLLERS LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL THROW DOWN WISKEY LANE SHOOTERS NU RAYS 3 I VINCITORI TOTALS
WON 19 15 13 12 10 11 10 90
LOST 8 9 11 15 14 16 17 90
MONDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM KATIES KIDS BOCCE BOMBERS MASTER BLASTERS LA BOCCE VITA TEAM OEHRLEIN FARLO BAMBINO FARLO COSI VICINO TOTALS
WON 20 16 14 13 11 9 7 90
LOST 7 11 10 14 16 15 17 90
MONDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM BEEOCHI BALLERS BOCCE AMICI RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS 2 ON A ROLL RAT BLASTARDS EAT, DRINK, ROLL ALLBOCCE'D UP TOTALS
WON 17 17 17 16 13 5 5 90
LOST 7 10 10 11 11 19 22 90
TUESDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM THE PLAYERS BOCCE BY TATE SPEDS TEAM BOB NOSOTROS EIGHT THE HARD WAY ARSENAL TOTALS
WON 24 22 15 14 11 7 6 99
LOST 6 8 12 13 16 20 24 99
TUESDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM THE OTHER TEAM TIRAMISU BOCCEE BUSTERS THE PROS FROM DOVER DRUNKEN DEBOCCERY WILD & WACKY BOCCE BRAWLERS TOTALS
WON 21 19 15 16 13 9 6 99
LOST 9 11 12 14 14 18 21 99
% 0.700 0.633 0.556 0.533 0.481 0.333 0.222 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 30 27 27 27 198
% 0.593 0.567 0.567 0.556 0.533 0.481 0.185 0.500
Games Played 27 30 30 27 30 27 27 198
TOTALS
WON 16 17 17 15 16 13 5 99
LOST 11 13 13 12 14 14 22 99
TEAM S&N FLOOR COVERINGS LA MACCHINA MAINLY GREEKS PICNIC DUCKS WE'RE IN THERE MARTINEZ MOOSE LODGE RED HOOK RED DEVILS TOTALS
TEAM TEAM KIWANIS ROTARY ROLLERS DELLA PIPA LA FOLLA SQUADRA RIVER ROLLERS BOTCHMEISTERS JUST HAVIN' FUN TOTALS
TOTALS
LOST 11 13 13 13 14 16 19 99
TEAM WHATZA MADDA U BOCCE DOGS WRECKING CREW BOCCE BOMBERS CASINO REALE BALL BREAKERS BUONA VITA TOTALS
TOTALS
WON 18 15 13 14 14 12 13 99
LOST 9 12 14 16 16 15 17 99
TEAM RAPID ROLLERS THE MARKSMEN BALLS OF JUSTICE BOCCE GOURMET LONG SHOTS MARINA MAULERS TAP THAT P TOTALS
WON 21 21
LOST 9 9
TOTALS
% 0.700 0.700 0.567 0.407 0.407 0.370 0.296 0.500
LOST 7 8 12 12 13 18 29 99
% 0.741 0.733 0.600 0.556 0.519 0.333 0.033 0.500
WON 22 16 14 15 12 13 7 99
LOST 8 11 13 15 15 17 20 99
% 0.733 0.593 0.519 0.500 0.444 0.433 0.259 0.500
WON 20 17 17 13 13 13 6 99
LOST 7 13 13 14 14 17 21 99
% 0.741 0.567 0.567 0.481 0.481 0.433 0.222 0.500
% 0.667 0.556 0.481 0.467 0.467 0.444 0.433 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 30 30 27 30 198
% 0.700 0.700
Games Played 30 30
0.630 0.630 0.481 0.433 0.400 0.259 0.500
27 27 27 30 30 27 198
% 0.600 0.556 0.519 0.500 0.481 0.433 0.407 0.500
Games Played 30 27 27 30 27 30 27 198
% 0.600 0.593 0.556 0.533 0.533 0.519 0.148 0.500
Games Played 30 27 27 30 30 27 27 198
% 0.667 0.625 0.583 0.519 0.407 0.370 0.333 0.500
Games Played 27 24 24 27 27 27 24 180
% 0.667 0.556 0.519 0.458 0.458 0.444 0.375 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 24 24 27 24 180
% 0.704 0.583 0.556 0.519 0.458 0.444 0.208 0.500
Games Played 27 24 27 27 24 27 24 180
% 0.667 0.593 0.593 0.519 0.500 0.417 0.222 0.500
Games Played 24 27 27 27 24 24 27 180
% 0.630 0.593 0.583 0.519 0.481 0.458 0.208 0.500
Games Played 27 27 24 27 27 24 24 180
% 0.704 0.700 0.667 0.500 0.407 0.370 0.167 0.500
Games Played 27 30 27 30 27 27 30 198
% 0.800 0.704 0.600 0.500 0.333 0.259 0.259 0.500
Games Played 30 27 30 30 27 27 27 198
% 0.633 0.630 0.600 0.519 0.500 0.407 0.185 0.500
Games Played 30 27 30 27 30 27 27 198
% 0.778 0.733 0.556 0.481 0.333 0.333 0.300 0.500
Games Played 27 30 27 27 30 27 30 198
% 0.741 0.741 0.519 0.500 0.444 0.433 0.167 0.500
Games Played 27 27 27 30 27 30 30 198
THURSDAY OPEN D DIVISION
TOTALS
WON 18 15 14 15 13 13 11 99
LOST 12 12 13 15 14 17 16 99
THURSDAY OPEN E DIVISION
TOTALS
WON 18 16 15 16 16 14 4 99
LOST 12 11 12 14 14 13 23 99
FRIDAY OPEN A DIVISION
Games Played 30 27 27 30 27 30 27 198
TEAM BAJA BOCCE DUSTY BALLS DA CONCEICAO CONSTRUCTION LUTHER'S REBS VOLARE CON LE BOCCE GRAPE GUZZLERS BOCCE BUDDIES II TOTALS
WON 18 15 14 14 11 10 8 90
LOST 9 9 10 13 16 17 16 90
FRIDAY OPEN B DIVISION
Games Played 27 30 30 27 27 30 27 198
TEAM THAT'S HOW WE ROLL FRIDAY NIGHT ROLLERS LA DOLCE VITA AMICI BUONO BOCCE MARTINEZ LIONS CLUB BOCCE NOVA TOTALS
TEAM SLOW AND EASY CJ#2 EASY ROLLERS HARD TO HANDLE LUCKY 7 WHATS THE POINT? RELATIVITY TOTALS
WON 21 15 15 13 13 12 10 99
LOST 9 12 15 14 14 15 20 99
% 0.700 0.556 0.500 0.481 0.481 0.444 0.333 0.500
Games Played 30 27 30 27 27 27 30 198
% 0.788 0.636 0.606 0.606 0.576 0.424 0.424 0.394 0.333 0.212 0.500
Games Played 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 330
TEAM JUICED BALLS BOCCE WEEKENDERS HOOKERS & BANKERS BOCCE BUMS WANT SOME GET SOME SPACED OUT SLIM CHANCE TOTALS
WON 18 15 14 11 11 12 9 90
LOST 9 12 13 13 13 15 15 90
WON 19 14 15 14 11 12 5 90
LOST 8 10 12 13 13 15 19 90
FRIDAY OPEN D DIVISION
THURSDAY SENIORS RED TEAM BOCCE BY TATE SHORTS NO GOOD A.B.C. AMICI BOCCE COUTSHIP MISFITS BLUE BALLS FREE AGENTS DUCKS JUST FRIENDS TOTALS
WON 26 21 20 20 19 14 14 13 11 7 165
LOST 7 12 13 13 14 19 19 20 22 26 165
THURSDAY SENIORS WHITE TEAM CROCKETT CRYSTALS BOCCE BRUISERS BOCCE PER SEMPRE ZAPPERS CARQUINEZ STRAITS BOCCE FRIENDS SUGAR CUBES BOCCIATORI LA BELLA VITA OUR GANG TOTALS
WON 21 21 20 19 18 16 15 14 12 6 162
LOST 12 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 18 24 162
% 0.636 0.636 0.606 0.576 0.545 0.485 0.455 0.424 0.400 0.200 0.500
Games Played 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 30 30 324
% 0.636 0.606 0.606 0.606 0.606 0.485 0.455 0.394 0.333 0.273 0.500
Games Played 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 33 330
% 0.700 0.667 0.630 0.500 0.481 0.370 0.111 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 30 27 27 27 198
% 0.700 0.667 0.481 0.407 0.407 0.407 0.400 0.500
Games Played 30 30 27 27 27 27 30 198
% 0.667 0.630 0.630 0.481 0.433 0.400 0.259 0.500
Games Played 30 27 27 27 30 30 27 198
% 0.600
Games Played 30
THURSDAY SENIORS GREEN TEAM BOCCE BENE VAGABONDS BALLS O' FYRE BOTCHEE 101 BOCCE GUYS SENIOR TRAVLERS BETWEEN THE TRACKS BOCCE BUDDIES EASY RIDERS VFW POST 1351
WON 21 20 20 20 20 16 15 13 11 9 165
LOST 12 13 13 13 13 17 18 20 22 24 165
TEAM BOCCELISMS SAYBROOK SWINGERS SCUSI BOCCE FUNTIMERS TIRA LA PALLA BALLS 4 HIRE SON-OF-A-BOCCE TOTALS
WON 16 16 16 14 12 10 6 90
LOST 8 11 11 13 12 14 21 90
FRIDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM "B" OCCE'S UNTOUCHABLES ROLLING SCONES CASINO CRAZY HAVING A BALL LES SCHWAB TIRE THE PRETENDERS TOTALS
WON 17 16 14 14 13 11 5 90
LOST 10 11 10 13 14 13 19 90
SUNDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM NBA MEAT THE KINDERS GREAT BALLS OF FIRE MT DIABLOS CIA BALLS ON FIRE PALLINO PALS TOTALS
WON 19 21 18 15 11 10 5 99
LOST 8 9 9 15 16 17 25 99
SUNDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM SEASONED PACK F.B.I. BOCCE BALLS OF FIRE OBOCCE VALTELLINA ALL-STARS LETS ROLL WHAT A-BI-OCCE TOTALS
% 0.633 0.567 0.567 0.519 0.481 0.407 0.296 0.500
10 10 14 17 18 20 99
FRIDAY OPEN C DIVISION
TOTALS
Games Played 30 30 30 27 27 27 27 198
17 17 13 13 12 7 99
WEDNESDAY OPEN E DIVISION
WON 24 19 18 15 9 7 7 99
LOST 6 8 12 15 18 20 20 99
THURSDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM ABA LE PETOMANE HARD KNOCKS SHORTS NO GOOD STRANGERS BB & TT BOCCISMO
WON 21 20 17 15 13 10 3 99
LOST 9 10 10 15 14 17 24 99
SUNDAY OPEN CC DIVISION TEAM TEAM FREEDOM THE BOCCE CATS UNDERDOGS TRAVLERS 3 B'S THE MONEY SHOTZ THE USUAL SUSPECTS TOTALS
THURSDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM MEASUE THIS BOUN AMICI MARTINEZ AUTO BOCCE ROLL PLAYERS "WATCH ME BOCCE" BALL WEEVELS INCOGNITO TOTALS
WON 21 20 13 11 11 11 12 99
LOST 9 10 14 16 16 16 18 99
TEAM SHELL BOCCIATORI SMB YOU WANNA BOCCE LA BELLA VITA SALUTI DR. "B'S" BLASTERS SONS OF A BOCCE TOTALS
WON 20 17 17 13 13 12 7 99
LOST 10 10 10 14 17 18 20 99
WON 18
LOST 12
LOST 11 10 12 13 15 16 22 99
ROLLIN' STONES BOCCE AND BEYOND CANCEL MY APPOINTMENTS AND … THE STRAIT SHOOTERS HI ROLLERZ V.A. NOBLES STEWART SOLUTIONS TOTALS
WON 21 22 15 13 10 9 9 99
LOST 6 8 12 14 20 18 21 99
SUNDAY OPEN E DIVISION
THURSDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM THAT'S WHATSHE SAID…
WON 19 17 18 14 15 11 5 99
SUNDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM
THURSDAY OPEN C DIVISION
WEDNESDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM S&N FLOOR COVERINGS LA MACCHINA
WON 20 22 18 15 14 9 1 99
27 30 198
Games
WEDNESDAY OPEN D DIVISION
TUESDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM MARDI GRAS MADNESS BOCCE AMICI TOO ROLLIN' UP X-RAYS BOCCE BOUNCERS HIGH CASINOS GSD
LOST 9 9 13 16 16 17 19 99
0.407 0.400 0.500
THURSDAY OPEN C DIVISION
WEDNESDAY OPEN C DIVISION
TOTALS
WON 19 17 17 14 13 11 8 99
WON 21 21 17 11 11 10 8 99
16 18 99
WON LOST % Played 2016 Martinez Tribune |0.667 July 8-14, 20 10 30
WEDNESDAY OPEN B DIVISION
TUESDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM STOCKINGER SURVEYS LOS AMIGOS INTERNATIONAL BOCCE BELLA DONNAS & THE DUDES UNCONSCIOUS SHOOT IT BELLA BOCCE
LOST 9 12 14 16 16 15 17 99
WEDNESDAY OPEN A DIVISION
TUESDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM ROCK AND ROLLERS JB SERVICES KEEP ON ROLLIN I TOL U JACKS TEAM BOCCE E VINO BITE ME RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS 1
WON 18 15 13 14 14 12 13 99
11 12 99
TEAM PALLINOS DEEP MOUZO LUNGO FULLISI MY PALLINO THE NEW KIDS ON THE BOCCE MANNCLANANDDAN BOCCE SNATCHERS B.A.M.F. TOTALS
WON 20 20 14 15 12 13 5 99
LOST 7 7 13 15 15 17 25 99
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NEEDED: CAPRICORN males for sociology study. Please call (925) 917-0168. _________________________________________________________________________
FREE JIGSAW PUZZLE EXCHANGE! 500 / 1,000 piece puzzles. Ages 10-adult. Ask for Terry. 925-672-5550. _________________________________________________________________________
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WOULD THE person who picked up a black leather address book at Old Town Antique Store in Martinez on Monday, June 27, please return. $100 reward offered. (925) 820-1835 _________________________________________________________________________
THE HEMP Church hereby declares 650 Pine Street, Martinez, California, as sacred tribal grounds. Please send prayer requests to 650 Pine Street, Martinez, California. Please do not use zip code or state abbreviation.
Business Opportunities 0017 LOCAL FILM production services offered. Sports, archive, real estate, highlights. Email for quotes, pieman0226@yahoo.com. Call for questions, (925) 963-1607. _________________________________________________________________________
WANT TO become a business owner? Do you know about collectables, antiques? Have them to sell? We have two large cases to rent. Come in, talk to Judy on Fri, Sat. Antiques on the Main, 814 Main St., Martinez. (925) 228-0394
Work Wanted
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Brian Krisch, brian@ krisch.co, 510.290.1816 BA in Communication. Skills: Editing, Marketing, Research, User Experience Design, Writing, Web Services, Creativity, Authenticity, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Self-Motivated, Google Apps, Social Media Management. _________________________________________________________________________
RANCH SITTING - MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE - EXCELLENT REFERENCES Will ranch sit, longterm, “24/7”, will assist with management including light chores - in exchange for cottage or separate living quarters - Contra Costa County. Recently retired (early), healthy woman, veteran equestrienne, former professional gardener, have horse - do not smoke, drink or use drugs. (925) 2290968.
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MOVERS WANTED Martinez moving company looking for a lead mover with a minimum of one year experience. Must have clean C.D.L., experience with piano moving, in home packing and can work with Bill Of Ladens. Pay depends on experience. Contact by email, sbmove@pacbell.net _________________________________________________________________________
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TWO TIRES by Michelin, radial, size 185/65R15. Used, good condition. $50 for all. (925) 939-2152. _________________________________________________________________________
25” TV single base, moves side to side, remote control, mint condition, $100. (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
DEAN MARTIN Celebrity Roasts, total of 17 DVDs, 15 are brand new, 2 have been played once. Asking price $110 or best offer. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428. _________________________________________________________________________
TWO WHEELCHAIRS, one over-sized, barely used, $300. Another standard size, black leather, foldable, paid $1,000+, used twice, asking $500 obo. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
REMOTE CONTROL cars for sale. All models. (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
OVER 200 films on VHS/ DVD for sale. Best offer. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
DESIGNER SUITS, shirts, pants, shoes like new, some new, reasonably priced. (925) 825-7297. _________________________________________________________________________
BUILDING MOBILE (human pulled) emergency shelter housing for rescue, recreation or military. Need to build more units. Seeking sponsor. (510) 222-9420 _________________________________________________________________________
ART SUPPLIES. Call (424) 249-0703.
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FOR SALE Antique Eastlake dresser, headboard and matching commode, (925) 228-3045. _________________________________________________________________________
POTTERY BARN desk with hutch and chair, white. $500 obo. (925) 808-1534.
Electronics
0030
STEREO SX components, twin towers, $800. Yamaha/ Mistubishi components, 4 sound towers, 1000 watts. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230.
Wanted
0050
WANTED: Two working microwaves in good condition. Will pay fair price. Email eclark@martineztribune.com _________________________________________________________________________
CHRISTIAN FEMALE seeking Section 8 rental, on bus route. Please call (925) 917-0168. _________________________________________________________________________
LOOKING FOR SF Bay Area radio station recordings from the 1920s through 1980s, if possible with local station ID breaks. From music shows, talk shows, newscasts, live band remotes, sports recordings, etc. For example, stations like KTAB, KSFO, KGO, KYA, KSFX, KDIA, KWBR, KOBY, KSAY, etc. Willing to pay to have digital copies made. Call Ron, (925) 2845428. _________________________________________________________________________
LOOKING FOR TV audio soundtracks from 1950s-1970s, i.e. variety shows, talk shows, sports recordings, etc. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428. _________________________________________________________________________
LOOKING FOR Brian Piccolo Story movie (not the Brian’s Song movie). Saw it on KTVU Channel 2 back in mid-‘70s. Willing to take home recorded version of this movie. Call Ron, (925) 284-5428.
Auto & RV
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One owner 2004 ET4 150cc Vespa scooter in very good condition. Only 5765 miles – $2,400 OBO. Call Bob at (510) 552-3324 2006 MAZDA Rx-8 A/C, auto doors, locks, windows alarm system, and tinted windows. Charcoal grey, black and grey interior. Only 1 owner, 11,000 miles, mostly high-
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way. 6 speed, 20 inch rims on low profile tires. Stereo/ CD with 2 ten subs 1500 watt amp with separate over load capacitor, cold air intake and Greddy module. GREAT CAR, EXCELENT CONDITION NO SCRACHES DENTS WELL TAKEN CARE OF. FUN TO DRIVE!!!!!! Must sell due to medical reasons. $10,999. David, (925) 681-9833. _________________________________________________________________________
TWO TIRES by Michelin, radial, size 185/65R15. Used, good condition. $50 for all. (925) 939-2152. _________________________________________________________________________
TOYOTA CAMRY 4 door sedan, ‘92, black on black, limosine tint, new tires, electronic ignition, etc. $2,500 obo. Call Edwin, (925) 432-9230. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 VICTORY VEGAS Jackpot (Custom Harley Davidson) 1,700 Miles. Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 ACURA ILX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Sunroof, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 ACURA MDX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, AWD, Tech Pkg, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 AUDI A4, Quattro, Turbo Wagon, Panorama Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 AUDI A4 Premium, Quattro, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2009 AUDI A5, Navigation, Bluetooth, MoonRoof, Power Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GT, 22 Inch Custom Wheels, Fiber Optic Headliner, Massaging Seats, Twin Turbo, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 BMW 535i, Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group,
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3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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nez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 BMW 650i, 6sp Manual, DVD, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2007 DODGE RAM 2500 LARAMIE, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, 4x4, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2008 BMW 650i, Convertible, Manual 6sp, Navagation, 19 Inch Rims, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2007 DODGE RAM 2500, MEGACAB, 4x4, 6.7 Cummins Diesel, Only 35k Miles, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2009 CADILLAC CTS AWD W/1SB, 1 Owner, Navigation, Bluetooth, Leather, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 CADILLAC DTS V8, Bluetooth, Leather, Onstar, Aux, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE ECO, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Parking Sensors, BlueTooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT, Sunroof, Bluetooth, OnStar, Bose Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2002 CHEVROLET TAHOE LS, 1 Owner, 4x4, 3rd Row Seating, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2010 DODGE CHALLENGER SE, 1 Owner, Upgraded Stereo, Navigation, BlueTooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 DODGE DURANGO R/T, AWD, 3rd Row Seating, Sunroof, Back Up Cam, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2010 DODGE JOURNEY, 3rd Row Seating, BackUp Cam, Bluetooth, Tons of Storage, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 DODGE NITRO SXT, Sport Suspension, Chrome Wheels, Power Seat, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Marti-
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2006 DODGE RAM 2500 SLT, Lifted, 4x4, 5.9 Cummins Diesel, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 FIAT 500 Abarth, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 5sp Manual, Turbo, Sunroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 FISKER KARMA ECOSPORT, Hybrid, Navigation, Low Miles, Super Car, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 FORD FIESTA SE, 1 Onwer, Bluetooth, Premium Sound, Microsoft Sync, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2009 FORD FOCUS SE, 1 Owner, Bluetooth, Aux Input, Microsoft Sync, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 FORD MUSTANG V6, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 6sp Manual, AUX, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2003 GMC YUKON COMMERCIAL, 1 Owner, 3rd Row Seating, Rear Entertainment, Tow Package, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2003 HONDA ACCORD SDN EX, 1 Owner, Sunroof, Multi Disk Changer, Tow Hitch, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 HONDA CIVIC SDN, GX, CNG, Natural Gas,
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Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2010 HONDA CR-V EX, 1 Owner, Sunroof, 6 Disk Changer, Privacy Glass, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 HONDA PILOT TOURING, 3rd Row Seating, Rear Entertainment, Fully Loaded, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Aux / USB, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Heated Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Leather, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 HYUNDAI SONATA SE, Sunroof, Navigation, Bluetooth, AUX / USB, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 JEEP CHEROKEE LATITUDE, 1 Owner, 4x4, Bluetooth, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2013 KIA OPTIMA EX, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 KIA OPTIMA LX, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, SiriusXM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 KIA SORENTO SX, 1 Owner, Leather,Bluetooth, BackUp Cam, Navigation, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 KIA SPORTAGE, LX, AWD, 26 MPG, Aux, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 LAND ROVER Range Rover HSE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Fully Loaded, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 LAND ROVER Range Rover Sport, HSE, AWD, Navigation, Sunroof, 1 Owner, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Premium Pkg Value Edition, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 LEXUS IS 250, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Backup Cam, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 LEXUS IS 250 F Sport, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Backup Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2008 LEXUS IS F, Navigation, Leather, Sunroof, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2007 MERCEDES BENZ SL550, Convertable, AMG Sport Pkg, Navigation, Low Miles, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2013 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA Grand Touring, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, 6sp Manual, Convertible, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2012 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Heated Seats, Panoramic Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2014 MERCEDES BENZ C250 Sport, Panoramic Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 MERCEDES BENZ C250 Sport, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Panoramic Roof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
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2013 MERCEDES BENZ E350, 1 Owner, Navigation, Bluetooth, DVD, Premium Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MERCEDES BENZ GL450, AWD, 3rd Row, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Panoramic Sunroof, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MERCEDES BENZ GLK-350, 1 Owner, Panoroof, Bluetooth, RoofRack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MERCEDES BENZ GLK350, AWD, Panoramic Sunroof, Back Up Cam, Navigation, 1 Owner, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2012 MERCEDES BENZ ML350 BlueTEC, 1 Owner, Diesel, Navigation, Backup Camera, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2003 MERCEDES BENZ SL-Class, DESIGNO Package, Launch Package, Convertible, Bose Audio, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2011 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner, 6sp Manual, Bluetooth, Sirius Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2011 MINI COOPER Hardtop, 1 Owner,6sp Manual, Panoramic Roof, Harman/ Kardon Sound, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 MINI COOPER Paceman, Keyless Start, Bluetooth, Manufactures Warranty, Hill Start Assist, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2008 SATURN VUE XR, 1 Owner, AWD, OnStar, XM Satellite, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC SPORT, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Navigation, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
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2013 VOLKSWAGEN CC Sport, 1 Owner, Turbo, Bluetooth, Leather, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2013 SMART FORTWO PURE, Low Miles, 34/41 MPG, AUX / USB, Clean CarFax, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
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2012 SUBARU OUTBACK 3.6R, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, AWD, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2013 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Sunroof, Traction Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2014 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Waranty, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2015 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan 2.0L S, 1 Owner, Bluetooth, Aux, Electronic Stability Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, Keyless Entry, Bluetooth, Alloy Wheels, Stability Control, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. 2012 TOYOTA CAMRY SE, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Bluetooth, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2005 NISSAN MURANO S, Navigation, BackUp Cam, SunRoof, Roof Rack, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2013 TOYOTA PRIUS Persona, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Special Edition, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
2005 PONTIAC GTO, 1 Owner, 14k Original Miles, Leather, Premium Wheels, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
1999 PORSCHE BOXSTER, Convertable, 5sp Manual, Red Leather, Sport Design, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2014 NISSAN ALTIMA 2.5 S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Keyless Start, Power Seat, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 NISSAN ROGUE SL, Manufactures Warranty, Navigation, Leather, 360 Degree Cameras, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2008 TOYOTA TACOMA, Cruise Control, Power Steering, Dual Airbags, CD Player, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 TOYOTA COROLLA S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Rear Spoiler, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2007 TOYOTA TACOMA, 1 Owner, 4X4, Double Cab, TRD Sport Pkg, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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2012 PORSCHE CAYENNE S, AWD, Sunroof, Navigation, Back Up Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925
2013 VOLKSWAGEN CC LUX, 1 Owner, Navigation, Leather, Panorama Moonroof, Newell Auto Group,
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2009 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA Sedan S, Low Miles, Sunroof, 17inch Wheels, Rear Spoiler, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA SportWagen TDI, Diesel, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Backup Cam, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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GARAGE SALE! Saturday, July 16, 2016, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 1525 Deerwood Drive, Martinez. Cross street is Elderwood Drive. Misc items from 5 cents to $2.
Service Directory 0100 This NEW home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2 car garage. Beautiful tile floors downstairs and neutral carpet upstairs. Lots of windows bring natural light into this home. Laundry room is upstairs. The best energy efficient lighting plus a tankless water heater (endless hot water). Gardener and HOA paid by owner. Enjoy walking paths, bocce court, children’s play area and picnic tables. Plus Mountain View Park with baseball field, basketball courts, playgrounds, and large picnic areas. Alhambra High School district. 212 North Park Court, Martinez. $2,800. Call Property Managers, Inc., (925) 932-1700.
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2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 1.8T S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Keyless Entry, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN S, 1 Owner, Manufactures Warranty, Bluetooth, Heated Seats, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522. _________________________________________________________________________
2013 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN S, 1 Owner, Panoramic Sunroof, Bluetooth, Privacy Glass, Newell Auto Group, 3925 Alhambra Ave., Martinez, (925) 957-1522.
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FOR SALE New 12 ft Wenonah (canoe). Hardly used, includes two wooden oars, asking $300. Was $1,300 new. (925) 229-0968.
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This summer, Forest Hills Swim Team, who always shows tons of team spirit, has reached their mid-season with lots of success. Including many swimmers who’ve already qualified for the County Swim meet, they are looking forward to many more qualifiers in upcoming swim meets. The DCSL League Meet will be held July 30 at Northgate High School, and the Concord City Meet will be held at Cowell Pool on Aug. 5-7.
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from another place. At those moments it is the sound of the words more than their meaning that makes the sermon spiritually acceptable. At their best, sermons are incantatory. They take you to a place beyond the words. The best prayers are just new ways to say thank you to God. The best sermons are just new ways to pray. *** Speaking of thanks, I need to give some ... A great doctor and author wrote to me: “As a surgeon I wondered why God made a world where there was so much disease and suffering. A story about the founder of Hasidic Judaism, Israel Baal Shem Tov, helped me. Once when the great Rabbi saw from a distance Jews being slaughtered by Cossacks, he said, ‘I wish I were God.’ His students responded, ‘Oh, so you could stop this?’ ‘No,’ he said to them, ‘So I would understand why.’ Thanks for all you do. To which I say, thank you!
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said, “Ray will never change. Will you love him anyway?” It floored me to hear God say that someone would never change. I suppose I was naïve, thinking that people ought to change. I had seen people change, especially in response to prayer. What is
the point of a life if that life never changes? The question wasn’t directed to God, but He answered. “The point of Ray’s life is to teach others to love.” God had pressed my reset button. I staggered to reorient myself to this new information. The measure of life wasn’t
about its impact on the person who lived it, but about its impact on those people who are affected by it. All of us have heard inspirational stories about people who have touched the lives of others, but what about those people who challenge us to be better? Ray’s life
did have a purpose. Ray was God’s gift to me to teach me about unconditional love. Easier love Things changed for me from that point on. I no longer expected Ray to change. Can you imagine how freeing that was for me? I knew I would have to repeat myself to Ray uncountable times, but that was okay. It became a given, like brushing my teeth. I became more patient with Ray. My earlier frustration was due to my expectation that Ray should change. With that expectation gone, I had little cause to get frustrated. No one expects newborns to do a whole lot, so their parents tend to be extra patient. As expectation increases, so does our impatience. I found it easier to bear with Ray, to listen to Ray, to let Ray be Ray without any conditions. My job was to simply love him, not try to change him. So often, our love has conditions. But un-
conditional love values what is and has no agenda or expectations. What surprised me was that Ray’s quirks became more endearing to me. These odd mannerisms defined him as a unique person. When a puppy chases its tail, we deem it peculiar or silly, but that behavior is part of the whole package that we can love. God’s gift Ray was a person who chased his tail, a puppy who would never grow up. We tend to be less tolerant of people than pets. We expect people to be grown up and act a certain way. When they don’t fit our expectations, we shun them. But it may be that God has placed these people in our lives to show us that our love is conditional and to give us an opportunity to practice unconditional love. In the months that followed, I would watch the leader of our weekly home church get increasingly impa-
tient and frustrated with Ray. I would smile and wonder whether the leader would ever see Ray as a gift from God to teach him how to love. *** Rick Hocker is a game programmer and artist. In 2004, he sustained a back injury that left him bed-ridden in excruciating pain for six months, followed by a long recovery. He faced the challenges of disability, loss of income and mounting debt. After emerging from this dark time, he discovered that profound growth had occurred. Three years later, he had a dream that inspired him to write his award-winning book, “Four in the Garden.” His intent was to illustrate one’s growth toward deep communion with God and to share the insights he gained from the personal transformation that resulted from his back injury. He lives in Martinez, California. For more on Hocker, visit www.rickhocker.com.