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Tribune 9/11 Flag Raising MARTINEZ, Calif. – The Martinez Police Department’s Honor Guard will lead a flag raising ceremony in honor of those who died in the terrorist attacks 15 years, ago on Sept. 11, 2001. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at the 9/11 memorial site in Martinez. The memorial site is near the Amtrak Station, just outside the Chamber of Commerce building at 603 Marina Vista Ave. The site holds steel girders removed from the World Trade Center. All are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
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Garden to be planted near New assistant city manager hired Sept. 11 memorial site MARTINEZ, Calif. – The Martinez Parks Department is working on a new garden near the 9/11 memorial site in downtown Martinez. The site, located near 603 Marina Vista Ave., has undergone the removal of three trees that have made
way for 45 rose bushes. The enhancement will include a grand entrance arbor donated by Furbur Saw (895 Howe Road, #B, Martinez). The once plain grass parkway will now bloom with colorful roses to enhance the backdrop of the
nearby 9/11 memorial, made up of a flagpole and steel girder pieces from the World Trade Center. Residents may come and visit the garden day or night, but are asked to leave it as-is. The City will maintain the rose bushes.
Appreciating First Responders ...
Anne Cardwell to assist Brad Kilger
MARTINEZ – City Manager Brad Kilger announced Monday the hiring of Anne Cardwell as the assistant city manager for the City of Martinez. Cardwell will fill the position that was vacated by the previous Assistant City Manager Alan Shear, who left in April of this year to assume the position of administrative services director with the City of Millbrae. Cardwell has over 22 years of experience in the public and private sectors as an administrative professional, 13 of which have been with the City of Benicia in the city manager’s office. For the last three years, she has served as the assistant city manager in Benicia, with oversight responsibilities for the administrative services departments (i.e., finance, human resources, and information technology). She is known in the city for her professionalism and leadership in the departments she oversees, as well as throughout the organization. ASSISTANT: Page 3
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Quote of the Week “Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11.” – President Obama in a 2011 radio address
PHOTOS & COLLAGE BY JOHN GRUBKA / Courtesy
The community came out Tuesday, Sept. 6, to celebrate and appreciate those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe – first responders like law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMT personnel. The celebration took place in front of City Hall, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez, from 6-7 p.m. and included speeches and presentations from the mayor, Chief of Police and other dignitaries. Many wore blue to show their support.
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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.
Wednesday, Aug. 31 A man was observed sleeping near the playground equipment at Nancy Boyd Park around 7 a.m., which is way too late to still be sleeping. Early bird -> worm. A man was pulling out the bushes in the parking lot behind La Tapatia at 7:51 a.m. He appeared to be looking for something ... probably tacos. An iPhone was reportedly stolen from a shopping cart inside Wal-Mart around 8:45 a.m. More like myPhone is probably what that thief is thinking. A woman’s commuter bike with a cup holder in the handlebars and a “crappy” seat was reportedly stolen from the county admin building yesterday. Two men were reportedly getting agitated and aggressive, but not physical, at the Senior Center on Green Street around 2 p.m. They were just mad they didn’t win bingo. A group of troublemakers armed with skateboards and a scooter were allegedly playing around on a set of temporary stairs set up by construction crews at Castro Street and Green Street.
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The Crime Blotter and Arrest Log are compiled by Tribune staffer Danny Yoeono. For questions, email dyoeono@martineztribune.com.
At 2:39 a.m., a man in a grey hoodie was sighted making a mess while dumpster diving behind the apartments on Shell Avenue. Around lunch, a man was seen sitting in a chair that rested upon the train tracks near the eastern tunnel entrance above Franklin Canyon Road and Alhambra Avenue. At 7:22 p.m., four people were seen drinking beer by the Amtrak sign. It is cool my dudes, I did not want to be invited. A woman with an estimated height of 5 feet 10 inches was allegedly drunk or high and playing with a lighter near the District Attorney’s Office on Court Street.
Friday, Sept. 2 A blond man with a beard was sitting cross-legged in the middle of the street near the Susana Street and Castro Street intersection. Nirvana was reached at 10:18 a.m. A suspicious person was reported at 1:21 p.m. when a man in the Fallen Oak and Reliez Valley Road area was walking around saying he was going to kill cats. At 3:30 p.m. a woman emerged from Alhambra Creek parallel to Estudillo Street near the Campbell Theater and tried to get kids to buy her alcohol. It is unclear if she was selling alcohol or looking to buy some herself through the third party.
Saturday, Sept. 3 A resident of either Mont Street or Michel Way reported that their neighbor had dumped
animal feces onto their front yard. Which animal though? Two men in their early 20s were riding mini dirt bikes in the Hidden Valley Park parking lot on Center Avenue at 4 p.m. Around the same time, a woman who looked like she was recently discharged from the hospital was standing near the emergency room door of Contra Costa County Regional Medical Center, throwing trash around and smoking marijuana. It was probably medicinal – the trash throwing, that is. A man who was known by name by a group of Pokemon Go players, nerds, was allegedly tagging the old Amtrak train station on Ferry Street using a black marker. He wrote “MAT” or something similar.
Sunday, Sept. 4 A car was parked throughout Saturday night into Sunday in the handicap spot at the Chevron Gas station on Morello Avenue. But here’s the thing, no handicap placard was in sight. Somebody left their property that possibly contained drugs inside the White Rabbit Boutique on Main Street. It was found on a shelf at 1:30 p.m. A barbecue fire got out of hand at a Lance Court residence just after 3 p.m. This is the proper way to celebrate Labor Day Weekend. A man was thought to have been stealing from the Rite Aid drugstore by Lucky because he fit the description to a T of a shoplifter who stole from the same store two weeks prior. It
is noted the past shoplifter had a mustache and this one did not. At 10:48 p.m., a man with a full beard wearing a camouflage shirt was seen, despite his attire, climbing on an Amtrak train car, possibly trying to urinate onto it.
Accolades
Alhambra senior to receive Eagle Scout Award
Monday, Sept. 5 A woman described as being in her 60s, white and having purple hair was spouting profanities and racial slurs at the Amtrak Station around 11:30 a.m., which is honestly worse than trying to pee onto one of the train cars. A tall man entered the Burger King restaurant on Muir Road near the movie theater and hit a woman customer. The assault occurred around 2 p.m. At 2:30 p.m., a shirtless man with a belt in his hand chased another man near the Susana Street park.
Tuesday, Sept. 6 The screen on a Redbox video rental machine on Center Avenue was found smashed. Someone does not know the proper technique to return a DVD there. A man with a prosthetic left leg was refusing to leave Morello Park Elementary School due to him fearing for his life and claiming someone was targeting him. This occurred at 3:50 p.m. A man approximately 75 years old was riding in a scooter shopping cart and allegedly peeing in a parking spot directly in front of Wal-Mart around 4:30 p.m. This will be me in about 55 years.
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Noa Nabeshima (pictured) has earned the Eagle Scout Award.
Alhambra High School senior, Noa Nabeshima, son of Noel Nabeshima, has earned the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest honor awarded by the Boy Scouts of America. The award will be presented at a Court of Honor ceremony on Oct. 15 at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Pleasant Hill, California. Noa is a member of Boy Scout Troop 239, under the leadership of Scoutmaster Steve Bachofer and Eagle Coach Chris Farnitano. To earn the Eagle rank, Noa completed 21 merit badges, served as a leader in his troop, and completed a major community service project involving the John Muir National Historic Site, which took place on March 19. Noa organized over 60 local volunteers who helped plant 1,000 plugs of Carex barbarae, a native California sedge, on both sides of Franklin Creek, which runs through the historic Martinez property. Volunteers laid cardboard and covered the area with mulch using donated shovels, rakes, and wheelbarrows. The project’s purpose was to help with erosion control, mark the sharp incline in the creek to prevent possible injury by visitors, and add an attractive native plant to the park designed to pay homage to famed naturalist John Muir. Noa worked with Keith Parks, horticulturist and arborist at the John Muir National Historic Site, to help design and implement the ambitious project. Local businesses Kinder’s and Ecomulch made donations to support the project.
Weather, Astronomical & Tides Tuesday, Sept. 13
Wednesday, Sept. 14
Friday, Sept. 9
Saturday, Sept. 10
Sunday, Sept. 11
Monday, Sept. 12
82º / 55º Clouds breaking for sun
83º / 56º Mostly sunny
78º / 56º Mostly sunny
72º / 57º Partly sunny & cool
Sunrise / Sunset 6:46 a.m. / 7:25 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:47 a.m. / 7:23 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:47 a.m. / 7:22 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:48 a.m. / 7:20 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:49 a.m. / 7:19 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:50 a.m. / 7:17 p.m.
Sunrise / Sunset 6:51 a.m. / 7:15 p.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 2:17 p.m. / 12:38 a.m. (FD)
Moonrise / Moonset 3:08 p.m. / 1:27 a.m. (FD)
Moonrise / Moonset 3:57 p.m. / 2:22 a.m.
Moonrise / Moonset 4:44 p.m. / 3:21 a.m. (FD)
Moonrise / Moonset 5:27 p.m. / 4:24 a.m. (FD)
Moonrise / Moonset 6:09 p.m. / 5:31 a.m. (FD)
Moonrise / Moonset 6:09 p.m. (PD) / 5:31 a.m.
High Tides 9:16 a.m. (3.71 ft) 7:33 p.m. (4.89 ft)
High Tides 10:21 a.m. (3.87 ft) 8:40 p.m. (4.92 ft)
High Tides 11:15 a.m. (4.07 ft) 9:49 p.m. (5.02 ft)
High Tides 12:01 p.m. (4.30 ft) 10:50 p.m. (5.18 ft)
High Tides 12:42 a.m. (4.53 ft) 11:45 p.m. (5.38 ft)
High Tides 1:18 p.m. (4.72 ft)
High Tides 12:36 a.m. (5.51 ft) 1:51 p.m. (4.95 ft)
Low Tides 2:40 a.m. (1.05 ft) 1:39 p.m. (2.33 ft)
Low Tides 3:47 a.m. (.85 ft) 2:49 p.m. (2.46 ft)
Low Tides 4:46 a.m. (.62 ft) 3:59 p.m. (2.40 ft)
Low Tides 5:35 a.m. (.39 ft) 5:01 p.m. (2.20 ft)
Low Tides 6:17 a.m. (.23 ft) 5:56 p.m. (1.94 ft)
Low Tides 6:56 a.m. (.13 ft) 6:46 a.m. (1.57 ft)
Low Tides 7:32 a.m. (.10 ft) 7:35 p.m. (1.25 ft)
74º / 56º 83º / 52º Cool with plenty of sun Sunny & seasonably warm
Thursday, Sept. 15
86º / 52º Partly sunny
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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Judge strikes lawsuit against ‘Friends of Pine Meadow’ group MARTINEZ, Calif. – A superior court judge ruled last week to strike down a lawsuit against the “Friends of Pine Meadow,” citing the group’s rights of petition and free speech protect them under the law. The suit was filed April 4 on behalf of private property owners Christine Dean, Denova Homes Inc., and Civic Martinez LLC against the “Friends” group, which includes Tim Platt, Mark Thomson, Julian Frazier, Kelly Calhoun and Mike Benson. The suit alleged the “Friends” intentionally interfered with prospective economic advantage of the property owners by stalling the sale or development of the former Pine Meadow Golf Course, and also alleged defamation and conspiracy had been committed against the property owners. The Friends group, whose stated goal
is to purchase the private property at 451 Vine Hill Way – purportedly for the intention of retaining it as Open Space – has actively been fundraising, petitioning and lobbying for public support. The “Friends” replied to the suit with a motion to strike under an anti-SLAPP statute (Strategic Lawsuit Against Public Participation), stating the suit was “without merit” and an “attack on Freedom of Speech rights in Martinez. The Honorable Judy Craddick agreed, to a point, saying the Friends’ right of petition and free speech in connection with the public issue protected them in this case. Craddick ruled that while the property owners may have been victims of defamation, defamatory speech is protected speech, and that unprotected speech such
Martinez Chamber to host candidate forum MARTINEZ, Calif. – The Martinez Chamber of Commerce announced Wednesday they will be hosting a public candidate forum for local City Council candidates. The four hopefuls running for council are incumbent Mark Ross, John Stevens, Noralea Gipner and Courtney Masella O’Brien. All four candidates have confirmed their attendance at the forum. According to Chamber Executive Director Julie Johnston, the forum is “not a debate,” but rather a chance for the candidates “to discuss issues [with those] vying for [council seats].” “The same questions will be asked of each candidate and the questions have been formed by Chamber members and members of the community. The questions are being kept confidential, but are standard questions asked of candidates running for office. No questions will be asked by the audience during the forum. Questions for the candidates are to be submitted to the Chamber via email before the forum,” Johnston said in a release.
Each candidate will be given three to introduce themselves, three minutes to answer each question, and then three minutes for a closing statement. No video recording will be allowed at the event, though audio recording devices are OK. “This is a totally open and transparent forum that anyone can attend,” Johnston said. The public is encouraged to attend. To send candidate questions prior to the forum, email brian@martinezchamber.com.
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as “illegal” or criminal speech had not been aimed at the land owners. Allegations by the property owners that the “Friends” were competitors in the acquiring of the property was also struck down, with Judge Craddick citing the burden of proof was not met. The owners of Pine Meadow were ordered to pay attorney fees for defendant Kelly Calhoun to the tune of $10,495, the amount of reasonable costs and attorney’s fees “based on a reasonable rate for an experienced attorney in Contra Costa County for this type of case ($400 per hour) and a reasonable number of hours (25),” according to the ruling. Requests for comment from the property owners were not returned by Tribune deadline.
Vandals plague restrooms ...
JOHN GRUBKA / Courtesy
The restrooms at Granger’s Wharf (at the end of Berrellesa Street) in Martinez were closed once again due to vandalism – a regular occurrence at the public facilities at Waterfront Park. The East Bay Regional Park District has posted signs on the restroom doors stating the public facilities will only be open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The new hours will allow for Park staff to more closely monitor the restrooms, and to keep night-time vandals away.
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Cardwell is a graduate of UC Berkeley and has a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She completed her Master’s work at UCLA in Educational Psychology. “I am very grateful to have served the community of Benicia for the past 13 years, but I’m also really looking forward to working for the City of Martinez. I am honored to have been
selected for this position and excited to take on this new opportunity.” City Manager Brad Kilger noted “the City is very fortunate to get someone with Ms. Cardwell’s extensive background and breadth of experience. We look forward to having Anne on board.” Cardwell will assume her new position Sept. 26.
MUSD is seeking applicants for Citizens Oversight Committee Martinez USD Citizens’ Oversight Committee: Martinez Unified School District is seeking applicants for “member-at-large” and “parent of MUSD students” vacancies on the Measure K bond program Citizens’ Oversight Committee. Meetings are held four times each year at the District Office from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The application is located on the district website at www.martinezusd.net in the Measure K section. For questions please contact Diane Deshler, Chief Business Official at ddeshler@martinez.k12.ca.us or (925) 335-5925.
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Datebook Friday, Sept. 9
Saturday, Sept. 10
Kiwanis Annual Rummage Sale When: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9 (and Saturday, Sept. 10). Where: 720 Allen Street, Martinez (corner of Allen and Ferry streets). Details: Treasures from recently closed Aisley’s Antiques. Estate sale items. Donated items from Eames Hardware. Antiques, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, and so much more!
Madness on Main Street Car Show When: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 Where: Main Street, downtown Martinez Details: The 20th annual Madness on Main Street Car Show will feature over 200 cool cars, trucks and bikes. Cost: Free Info: (925) 228-3577 or www.mainstreetmartinez.org Needle Arts with Marilyn When: 1-3 p.m. Sept. 10 and Sept. 17
Contra Costa Stadium Cinemas 555 Center Ave., Martinez Showtimes for Friday, Sept. 9 through Wednesday, Sept. 14 _______________________________________________________
SULLY (PG-13) 12:35p 2:55p 5:10p 7:30p 9:45p _______________________________________________________
PETE’S DRAGON
(PG) 11:55a 2:20p 4:40p 7:15p 9:35p _______________________________________________________
DON’T BREATHE
(R) 12:40p 2:50p 5:15p 7:45p 9:50p **DBOX: 12:40p 2:50p 5:15p 7:45p 9:50p _______________________________________________________
SUICIDE SQUAD
(PG-13) 7:05p 9:45p _______________________________________________________
HELL OR HIGH WATER
(R) 12:15p 2:35p 5:00p 7:20p 9:40p _______________________________________________________
KUBO AND THE TWO STRINGS (PG) 12:00p 2:25p 4:45p _______________________________________________________
THE WILD LIFE (PG) 12:25p 2:40p 4:55p 7:10p 9:25p _______________________________________________________
THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS (PG-13) 12:05p 3:10p 7:00p 9:55p
• Eight screens • Luxury stadium seating • D-BOX Motion Seats for select features • Advanced ticketing through Fandango
Showtimes: (925) 228-9980 Guest Services: (925) 228-9983 www.cinemawest.com
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: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org Kiwanis Annual Rummage Sale When: 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 Where: 720 Allen Street, Martinez (corner of Allen and Ferry streets). Details: Treasures from recently closed Aisley’s Antiques. Estate sale items. Donated items from Eames Hardware. Antiques, collectibles, furniture, jewelry, and so much more! Hall Closet Thrift Store Grand Re-Opening When: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10 Where: Hall Closet Thrift Store, 100 Glacier Drive (go to 202 Glacier, but head straight past all parking lots to back fence – due West – turn left and follow signs). Details: The Hall Closet Thrift Store on Glacier Drive, serving the residents
of Martinez and Contra Costa County, closed for three months to paint, restock, and refresh. Starting Sept. 10, residents can donate and shop Thursdays and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Remember: your donations and purchases provide scholarships and workforce training to our post-detention youth! The Closet is now bursting with fresh merchandise. Halloween costumes galore, back-to-school clothing, loads of clothes for everybody! Nooks and crannies are filled with linens, crafts, books, kitschy fun stuff, and unique items. Info: www.ReachingOurYouth.org Twilight Gala When: 7 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Sept. 10 Where: Chateau Room at the Pleasant Hill Rec Center, 233 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill. Details: An evening to remember featuring Master of ceremonies Will Tran of KRON 4 News, 10 pairing stations with choice of beer, wine or spirits with hearty appetizers, silent auction, live auction and prize opportunities, dancing with live music by The Cheeseballs. Cost: $100; sponsorships also available. Donations welcomed.
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.
Magazines & soft-back books needed! Magazines and soft back books (no older than 6 months) 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.
Hall Closet helps youth ...
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Aljour Miles (center), a Juvenile Hall Auxiliary Scholar, with his family after graduating from Sac State. Miles said of the juvenile program, “The Juvenile Hall Auxiliary as well as Rev. Tinsley (the Juvenile Hall Chaplain) will always be a critical and important part of my success story.” The Auxiliary sends dozens of scholars to college each year, and also provides workforce training and other assistance to youth. Young men and women like Miles are assisted by sales at the Hall Closet, which will celebrate a Grand Re-opening on Saturday, Sept. 10. See Datebook listing for details.
Info: http://hersmile.org
Info: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org
Sunday, Sept. 11 9/11 Heroes Run When: 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 11 Where: Lafayette Reservoir, 3849 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Lafayette. Details: Run, volunteer, donate, cheer ... but most of all: HONOR. We run to honor the heroes of 9/11. We run to honor those who’ve served our nation since. We run to activate and unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders and families of the fallen. (Women veteran’s group forming. Walk/run at your own pace. No one left behind. Join a team and type in “Women Vets Run East County.”) Info: https://www.classy. org/lafayette/events/20169/11-heroes-run-lafayetteca/e82541
Tuesday, Sept. 12 Curiosity Day When: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 12 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: What are you curious about? We’re celebrating Curiosity Day with our favorite monkey! Bring your big yellow hat and enjoy some Curious George stories, special activities, and crafts that you can bring home. Enter our drawing to win your own Curious George plush. Cost: Free
Tuesday, Sept. 13 Legos! When: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 13 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez Details: Join our Lego master, Charles Esseltine, and construct new Lego creations with the hundreds and thousands and millions of Legos at the library. For ages 4 and up. Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org Learn to Knit & Crochet When: Tuesdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 Where: Martinez Library Details: Come and learn more about the art and craft of knitting or crochet at this workshop run by experts. This program is sponsored by the Needle Arts Mentoring Program (a project of the Helping Hands Foundation, Inc.) of the National Needle Arts Association, and is geared toward young people 18 and under. Adults who wish to learn are welcome, but supplied materials may be limited. Cost: Free Info: Please register at ccclib.org or by calling the library at (925) 646-9900. Emergency Preparedness Training - Evening Classes When: 6-9 p.m. Tuesday,
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Datebook Sept. 13 (and the next three Tuesdays) Where: IBEW Hall, 1875 Arnold Drive, Martinez. Details: Basic CERT class covers, emergency preparedness, utility control, fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster psychology, medical triage, emergency medical care, CERT organization, terrorism and hazardous materials. CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is a FEMA volunteer civilian training program sponsored by the Martinez Police Department. Persons completing the class will be eligible to become Martinez Volunteer Disaster Service Workers. Cost: Free Info: http//:martinezcert.org or martinez.cert@gmail. com
Thursday, Sept. 15 15th Annual Martinez Mutt Strut When: 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 15 Where: Martinez Waterfront Amphitheater, 115 Tarantino Dr, Martinez. Details: Enter your precious pooch, lovable lab or marvelous mongrel in Best Name, Best Tail, Best Trick, Best Costume and Looks Most Like Owner categories. Prizes will be awarded to all Pampered Pups! All dogs must be on leashes. Info: Register online at www.cityofmartinez.org or call the Recreation office, (925) 372-3510, for more information, and to register your owner.
Friday, Sept. 16 Dirty Cello at Armando’s When: 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16 Where: Armando’s, 707 Marina Vista Ave., Martinez. Details: From China to Italy, and all over the U.S., Dirty Cello brings the world a high energy and unique spin on blues and bluegrass. Led by vivacious cross-over cellist, Rebecca Roudman, Dirty Cello is cello like you’ve never heard before. From down home blues with a wailing cello to virtuosic stompin’ bluegrass, Dirty Cello is a band that gets your heart thumping and your toes tapping! (“The group seamlessly careens from blues to bluegrass and rock in a way that really shouldn’t make sense but somehow does.” LA Times)
Cost: $15 cover charge Info: (925) 228-6985 The Last Romance When: Sept. 16-Oct. 1; Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., Sundays at 2:30 p.m. Where: Martinez Campbell Theatre, 636 Ward St., Martinez. Details: Onstage Repertory Theatre Company presents “The Last Romance,” written by Joe DiPietro and directed by Helen Means Alamo. In this comedy, an 80-year-old widower embarks upon a “fantastic love affair,” much to the dismay of his jealous sister. Featuring actors Sheilah Morrison (Pleasant Hill), Lynne Elizondo (Danville), Bill Dietz (Concord), and Davey Towers (Martinez). Cost: General admission $18, seniors $16, students $10; Thursday General/Seniors bargain price $12. Info: Reservations at (925) 518-3277 or Onstagetheatre.homestead.com
Saturday, Sept. 17 Coastal Cleanup Day When: Saturday, Sept. 17 Where: Along shorelines, lakes and creeks in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. Details: East Bay Regional Park District staff and volunteers will pick up litter and recyclables from shoreline parks, lakes, and along creeks in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. An adult should accompany children under 16 years old. In our efforts to “Go Green” and reduce the amount of waste, please bring a refillable water bottle, a bucket for trash, hat and gloves. All volunteers should wear closed toed shoes, appropriate layered clothing and bring sunscreen. The District will provide snacks, water, and trash bags. Cost: Free Info: (510) 544-2515 or volunteers@ebparks.org Martinis on the Plaza Gala When: 6:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 Where: Ignacio Plaza, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez. Details: “Martinez’s most acclaimed social event.” Swing/Rat Pack themed event hosted by the Martinez Chamber of Commerce. Music, food from regional restaurants, martinis.
Must be 21 or older. Cost: $70-$600 Info: (925) 228-2345 or https://www.eventbrite.com Needle Arts with Marilyn When: 1-3 p.m. Sept. 17 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: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org Emergency Preparedness Training - Saturday Classes When: 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 (and the next three Saturdays) Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 525 Henrietta St., Martinez. Details: Basic CERT class covers, emergency preparedness, utility control, fire safety, light search and rescue, disaster psychology, medical triage, emergency medical care, CERT organization, terrorism and hazardous materials. CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is a FEMA volunteer civilian training program sponsored by the Martinez Police Department. Persons completing the class will be eligible to become Martinez Volunteer Disaster Service Workers. Cost: Free Info: http//:martinezcert.org or martinez.cert@gmail. com Main Street Arts When: 6-9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 17 Where: Main Street Arts, 613 Main St., Martinez Details: Main Street Arts will be holding another Gallery Opening, as well as celebrating the monthly Art Beat. New member Olga Jusidman, jeweler and ceramists, will also be showing her work. Cost: Free Info: www.mainstreetarts. net
Tuesday, Sept. 20 Mother Goose Time When: 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 (Tuesdays through
Dec. 6) Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: A lighthearted early literacy story time for the youngest crowd. Reading is accompanied with singing and play. Stories are followed by a simple craft for older children and stay & play with soft tactile toys for the younger set. Best for ages 6 months to 3 years old. Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org Teen Advisory Group When: 4-5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 Where: Martinez Library Details: Be part of the TAG forming at the Martinez Library. Be involved in planning programing for the branch, volunteer hours, job related skills, snacks and more! Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org Learn to Knit & Crochet When: Tuesdays, Sept. 6, 13, 20 Where: Martinez Library Details: Come and learn more about the art and craft of knitting or crochet at this workshop run by experts. This program is sponsored by the Needle Arts Mentoring Program (a project of the Helping Hands Foundation, Inc.) of the National Needle Arts Association, and is geared toward young people 18 and under. Adults who wish to learn are welcome, but supplied materials may be limited. Cost: Free Info: Please register at ccclib.org or by calling the library at (925) 646-9900.
Saturday, Sept. 24 Carquinez Century Ride When: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. (depending upon event) Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Check-in next to the first parking lot on N. Court in Martinez Waterfront Park. Details: Bike riding along both sides of scenic Carquinez Strait. 100K or 40K rides. Both begin and end at Waterfront Park. Live music, beverages & snacks, lunch available. All proceeds will go toward projects that change lives both close to home and around the world – including Martinez schools, Shelter Inc., the Food Bank, Meals on Wheels, the Boys
& Girls Club of Martinez, and many others. Cost: 40K/25 mile ride is $40 ($35 before Sept. 10); 100K/65 mile ride is $75 ($70 before Sept. 10). Price includes t-shirt, beverages & snacks along the route, mobile aid stations, lunch and live music upon return. Additional beverages available for sale at after-party. Info: www.martinezrotary.org Bay Area Blues Festival When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Main Street in downtown Martinez (from Alhambra Avenue to Court Street). Details: Blues music on two stages, Arts & Crafts exhibitors, gourmet food booths, local restaurants, community booths, kids activities, a farmers market, craft beer and fine wines, and chalk art. Kids can also purchase chalk to create their own design and have some creative fun. Cost: Free Info: www.bayareabluesfestival.com Basic Financial Concepts When: 1-2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Martinez Library, 740 Court St., Martinez. Details: Irving Joe of Heartland Institute of Financial Education will discuss basic financial concepts. Cost: Free Info: (925) 646-9900 or http://ccclib.org I LOVE MY CITY When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 24 Where: Parkhaven Church, 1187 Meadow Lane, Concord.
Details: Victory Outreach Church of Martinez and Concord, Parkhaven Church, Options for Women, Restore Mens Recovery Homes and the Food Bank are joining together to host a fundraising event, “I Love My City.” The event will feature a live performance by Martin Cantu, former lead singer of the legendary latin-rock band MALO, known for their famous song, “SUAVECITO!” Come hear his life changing testimony. There will also be a backpack giveaway with supplies to the first 200 kids to register at the event, a TV and iPad giveaway, and FREE jumphouse, popcorn, snow cones and BBQ! Cost: Free Info: (925) 222-5905 or http://www.voconcord.com, or (925) 671-0702 or www. parkhavenchurch.org.
Sunday, Sept. 25 Bay Area Blues Festival When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 25 Where: Main Street in downtown Martinez (from Alhambra Avenue to Court Street). Details: Blues music on two stages, Arts & Crafts exhibitors, gourmet food booths, local restaurants, community booths, kids activities, a farmers market, craft beer and fine wines, and chalk art. Kids can also purchase chalk to create their own design and have some creative fun. Cost: Free Info: www.bayareabluesfestival.com
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New organization ‘Thousand Friends of Martinez’ founded EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a press release sent by “Thousand Friends of Martinez.” Martinez residents announced [Wednesday] the creation of “Thousand Friends of Martinez,” a new political organization that will work to educate the public, elect informed representatives, support open government, enhance the local quality of
life by promoting a livable city, defend parks and open spaces, conserve natural areas and protect historic resources in the greater Martinez region. The committee’s founders include Harriett Burt, Mike Benson, Kay Cox, Tim Platt, Seth Adams, Paul Craig, Sherida Bush, Gay Gerlack, Dylan Radke, Harlan Strickland, Mark Thomson, Aaron Chabot and Deidre Siguenza, among others.
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“Our name is aspirational,” said Cox. “We’ll be regularly communicating with residents and hope to build more than a thousand supporters over the next year on Facebook and other social media.” The organization does not have a president, but Thomson and Adams are co-facilitators, Strickland is treasurer, and Cox is secretary. Thousand Friends of Martinez is a California Fair Political Practices General Purpose Committee, I.D. #1381454. “Martinez should be a leader on conservation issues,” said Thomson. “We expect to consider City Council endorsements this election season.” Thousand Friends of Martinez will support public officials are who well informed, practice transparent decision-making, promote conscientious land-use plan-
ning, and defend our valuable parks, open space, wetlands and historic resources. “Our town is the home of John Muir, the founder of the conservation movement,” said Adams. “In the past several years we’ve lost some of our most prominent elected representatives on conservation issues. Our hope is that our new political organization will help raise attention locally about conservation, quality of life issues and good government.” Thousand Friends believes that important city decisions should be more environmentally sensitive and represent the majority of Martinez residents who want to protect a healthy quality of life in our town, maintain the character of our neighborhoods and defend our beautiful parks and open spaces. The organization
will promote better land-use planning, endorse candidates and support or oppose ballot measures to those ends. Founders share the belief that a better community relies on the vigilant efforts of its citizens to support good governance. Most of the best ideas in and around Martinez have originated from everyday citizens who have worked hard to establish parks, open space and trails, and who have helped save or improve historic buildings, such as the Borland House and city library. Many of the town’s treasured natural and historic resources would not be here today if it were not for dedicated citizen action, including Waterfront Park, open space in the Franklin Hills, and John Muir’s home and property at the John Muir National Historic Site.
Thousand Friends of Martinez is founded on the idea that citizens should have a voice in shaping the character of their neighborhoods and in protecting their quality of life. We believe voters have a right to be well informed, to benefit from transparent government, and to have the option to select conscientious leaders. When land-use development takes place, it should be well planned and well designed in order to enhance the city and the quality of life of area residents. Visit us on the web and donate at www.thousandfriendsofmartinez.org, and follow us on Facebook at “Thousand Friends of Martinez.” Contributions may also be made by sending your check to: Thousand Friends of Martinez, P.O. Box 225, Martinez, CA 94553.
In 1975, President Ford escaped an assassination attempt by Lynette “Squeaky” Fromme, a disciple of convicted serial killer Charles Manson. Sept. 6: ON THIS DATE in 1620, Pilgrims set sail from Plymouth, England, for the New World. In 1909, American explorer Robert Peary sent word that he
had reached the North Pole five months earlier. Sept. 7: ON THIS DATE in 1892, the first major title fight under the Marquis of Queensberry rules was won by heavyweight James J. Corbett, who knocked out John L. Sullivan in New Orleans. In 1940, Nazi Germany began its aerial bombardment of
London during World War II. Sept. 8: ON THIS DATE in 1930, the comic strip “Blondie” first appeared in newspapers. In 1966, “Star Trek” debuted on NBC-TV. Sept. 9: ON THIS DATE in 1776, the Continental Congress renamed the United Colonies the United States. In 1943, Italy surrendered to the Allies in World War II. Sept. 10: ON THIS DATE in 1953, Swanson sold its first TV dinners. In 1963, 20 black students entered Alabama public schools after a standoff ended between federal authorities and Gov. George C. Wallace, a staunch segregationist. Sept. 11: ON THIS DATE in 1973, Chilean President Salvador Allende was killed in a violent military coup. In 2001, four U.S. airliners hijacked by Islamic terrorists crashed into the two World Trade Center towers, the Pentagon and a field in Pennsylvania, killing about 2,800 people. This week’s question: In 1948, comic Milton Berle started his television career with what program?
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Faith Billy Graham's ‘My Answer'
Ask Christ to take control of your money - and your life By BILLY GRAHAM Tribune Content Agency Q: I just added up all the credit card slips from our Christmas spending, and I’m really depressed. It’s going to take all year to pay them off. I don’t know why I’m writing, but how did we get in this mess? God must be very disappointed in us. – Mrs. F.J. A: I suspect many feel the same way you do this time of year; it’s far too easy today to spend more than we meant to spend around Christmas, without even realizing it. But debt can be like a heavy chain wrapping itself around us, burdening us and
taking away our freedom. Instead of enjoying the good things God has for us, we end up thinking all the time about our need for money to pay our debts. Tragically, it also can lead to conflict in our families and even divorce. No wonder the Bible commands us not to take on debt we really can’t afford. The Bible warns, “The borrower is slave to the lender” (Proverbs 22:7). What should you do? First, take practical steps to pay off your debts, and the sooner the better, since interest rates on credit cards can skyrocket out of control. Make a realistic budget that not only limits your spending but includes repaying the money you owe,
and then stick to it. It might even be a good idea to lock up your credit cards and use them only in emergencies. But the most important thing you can do is to ask God to teach you His lessons through this experience. Why did you overspend? Were you trying to impress people by having the latest technology or giving lavish gifts? Whatever the reasons, learn from this experience, and then ask Christ to take control of your money – and your life. 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-GRA-
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He asks us to be His hands By CHERYL A. ESPLIN The following is a talk given during the April 2016 General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. For more information, visit www.lds.org. “Love one another; as I have loved you.” These words, sung by this remarkable choir, were spoken by Jesus just hours before His great atoning sacrifice – a sacrifice Elder Jeffrey R. Holland described as “the most majestic manifestation of pure love ever to be demonstrated in the history of this world.” Jesus not only taught us to love, but He also lived what He taught. Throughout His ministry, Jesus “went about doing good” and “entreated all to follow His example.” He taught, “For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: but whosoever will lose his life for my sake, the same shall save it.” President Thomas S. Monson, who has understood and lived the admonition to love, said: “I believe the Savior is telling us that unless we lose ourselves in service to others, there is little purpose to our own lives. Those who live only for themselves eventually shrivel up and ... lose their lives, while those who lose themselves in service to others grow and flourish – and in effect save their lives.” True Christlike service is selfless and focuses on others. One woman who took care of her invalid husband explained, “Don’t think of your task as a burden; think of it as an opportunity to learn what love really is.” Speaking at a BYU devotional, Sister Sondra D. Heaston asked: “What if we could really see into each other’s hearts? Would we understand each other better? By
feeling what others feel, seeing what others see, and hearing what others hear, would we make, and take, the time to serve others, and would we treat them differently? Would we treat them with more patience, more kindness, and more tolerance?” Sister Heaston shared an experience from when she served at a Young Women camp. She said: “One of our … devotional speakers … taught us about ‘becoming.’ One of her statements … was, ‘Be someone who reaches out to know and serve others – throw away the mirrors and look through the window.’ “To demonstrate this, she called up one of the young women and asked that young woman to stand facing her. [She] then pulled out a mirror and put it between the young woman and herself so that she, [the speaker], was looking into the mirror while she tried to talk with the young woman. Not surprisingly, it didn’t even begin to be an effective or heartfelt conversation. This was a powerful object lesson that illustrated how difficult it is to communicate with and serve others if we are too worried about ourselves and see only ourselves and our needs. [She] then put away the mirror, pulled out a window frame, and put it between her face and the young woman’s face. … We were able to see that the young woman had become [her] focal point and that true service requires that we focus on the needs and emotions of others. Ofttimes we are so worried about ourselves and our own busy lives – as we look in mirrors while trying to look for opportunities to serve – that we do not see clearly through the windows of service.” President Monson has often reminded us that we are “surrounded by those in need of our attention, our encouragement,
our support, our comfort, our kindness – be they family members, friends, acquaintances, or strangers.” He said, “We are the Lord’s hands here upon the earth, with the mandate to serve and to lift His children. He is dependent upon each of us.” Last year in January, the Friend and Liahona magazines invited children all around the world to follow the counsel of President Monson – to be the Lord’s hands. Children were invited to perform acts of service –large and small. They were then encouraged to trace their hand on a piece of paper, cut it out, write on it the service they did, and send it to the magazines. Many of you listening tonight might be some of the thousands of children who did a loving service and sent it in. When children learn how to love and serve others when they are young, they set a pattern of service for the rest of their lives. Often children teach the rest of us that showing love and service doesn’t have to be big and grandiose to be meaningful and make a difference. A Primary teacher shared the following example. “Today,” she said, “our five- and six-year-old class made love necklaces. Each child drew pictures on strips of paper: one of themselves, one of Jesus, and some of members of their family and loved ones. We glued the strips into circles that looped through each other to make a chain that we turned into love necklaces. As they were drawing, the children talked about their families. “Heather said, ‘I don’t think my sister loves me. We are always fighting. … I even hate myself. I have a bad life.’ And she put her head in her hands. “I thought about her family circumstances and felt that maybe she did u HIS HANDS: Page 16
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I made a choice, but did God know it ahead of time? By RABBI GELLMAN Tribune Content Agency Q: According to Psalm 139:4 (depending on which translation you read), “Before a word is on my tongue you, LORD, know it completely.” If God knows what I am going to say before I say it, does God also know what I am going to do before I do it? How does all this stand up to the concept of free will? – T A: Thank you T for bringing up again one of the most important and difficult issues in theology – the nature of human free will and fate. As you know, theology is the place where faith and philosophy touch, so let me try to trace that touching in the question of free will. The first question we must answer is whether the Bible teaches that God knows everything. We are all taught that this is a biblical belief and verses like the verse in Psalms you quote (correctly) seem to support the idea that God knows what we will say or do before we say or do it. There are two problems with this interpretation of what the Bible teaches us. The first is the problem of fate and moral accountability. If God knows what we are about to do, this means that we could not do anything else and we are compelled by God’s foreknowledge to do what God knows we will do. However, if we are compelled to do something, we are not morally accountable for our actions. We must be free to act one way or another in order to be held morally accountable for what we do. If a person forces you at gun point to rob a bank, you are not morally responsible for your actions in the same way as you would be if you just decided of your own free will to rob the bank. So if God wants to hold us accountable for our sins, we must be free to commit them or atone for them and if we are free in this way, then God cannot know what we will choose or when. Some say that there is no contradiction between God’s foreknowledge and our free will. According to this view, God always knows what we will freely choose to do, but being free, if it means anything, means that we must be unpredictable in our actions. God can have a general idea of what we will do but nothing beyond that. Of course God could have made a world without freedom of the will but that would not be as good a world as one which included free will as a gift to every human being. That would be a world ruled by fate. That is not our world and that is not our God. In fact, the Bible is really a story of the ways God learned to adjust to a world that includes these unique creatures – free-willed human beings. No other living thing in the world has free will, and hence, none are morally-accountable beings. Animals are not free, plants are not free, but we, alone in God’s creation, are free to make our way in the world through love to each other and to God. The second problem is that the Bible is filled with stories about God not knowing or understanding what will happen next. The most famous is the verse in Genesis 6:5-6 (KJV): “And God saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every imagination of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. And it repented the Lord that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him at his heart.” If God knows everything even before it happens, why was God filled with regrets over creating people? Couldn’t God know and didn’t God know that we would be nasty and brutish beings? The result of these two problems is that if God does not know what we will choose, and if God can be filled with regret, then God is not omniscient – not all knowing. I believe that is the truth the Bible intends to teach us. By God’s own plan for the world, God’s knowledge and power, is limited by human free will. To the Greeks who first wrote philosophy, lack of knowledge was an imperfection, and if God is perfect God must know everything. This led them to believe in fate, but the Bible is a pre-philosophical work and to the biblical mind, God’s lack of knowledge is not an imperfection but rather a proof that God loves us and wants us to make free choices to do the good. I believe in the God of the Bible, not the god of the philosophers, because I believe in a world that makes room for freedom, love, and God. Send QUESTIONS ONLY to The God Squad via email at godsquadquestion@aol.com.
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Second-half burst not enough for Dogs in defeat
Lady Dogs take San Ramon to the brink
Girls start a new season in the right direction
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Alhambra’s Makenzie Salva is all smiles despite the Bulldog girls volleyball team falling 3-2 to the tough San Ramon Valley Wolves on Sept. 1, 2016. (MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune)
Girls polo starts season off right By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune The season started for the Alhambra girls water polo team exactly the way it did last season: with a win over Bishop O’Dowd. This time it only took four quarters for the two teams to decided the outcome of the match, but on Sept. 6 it was again the Bulldogs who were victorious, this time by a score of 7-5. Now that could either bode well for the Alhambra girls (a win is a good way to start the season). Or it could be ominous. Last season they won their first game against the Dragons, but missed out on the playoffs for the first time in 10 years. The Lady Dogs were able to handle the Dragons’ attacks fairly simply in the first half of play on Tuesday afternoon. In fact, the Dragons struggled so much to get off the mark in their attack that it helped fuel the Bulldogs on the offensive side of the ball. The first goal came off a long pass into the corner that Amanda Beattie managed to hold off before laying off to Daria Dragecevic, who scored emphatically right at the three-minute mark. Up until that point O’Dowd hadn’t managed to get a shot on goal, but Alhambra couldn’t make them pay. They squandered two exclusions before finally finding the back of the net. O’Dowd only put two shots on frame in the first half, and none of those came in the very defensively played out first quarter.
The Dragons first shot attempt was way off the mark in the second quarter, but it seemingly woke the Bulldogs up. Despite being in the lead, their lackluster play up to that point looked like they were still working some kinks out. Finally at the halfway point of the second quarter they took their chances on their third exclusion drawn. They nearly turned the ball over but an aware Sarah Exner picked the defender’s pocket on a poor back pass to the keeper and slotted home for the second goal. Then it came in bunches. Julia Brown floated a shot in from the corner and seemed surprised to see it in the back of the cage. Brown’s effort was followed up with a goal off a steal from Dragicevic. The senior stole an errant Dragons’ pass and countered quickly to fellow senior Katie Christman. Christman drew a kick out before going back to Dragicevic for the fourth Alhambra goal of the match. It looked like it would be a long day for the Dragons going into the half, but they came out a brand new team. The Dragons got off the mark first with a counter attack goal, but Christman answered back with a long lob of the keeper to keep the deficit at four goals. Not much to worry about yet. A slick set of give-and-go passes between senior Bella Hurst and freshman Kaylee Pond put the Dogs up 6-1 as the senior slotted home coolly from close range. But O’Dowd answered with consecu-
Alhambra Alum Davis makes the Green Bay Packers 53-man roster By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune
MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra senior Bella Hurst lines up a shot in the Bulldogs’ 7-5 win over the Bishop O’Dowd Dragons on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016.
tive goals to make things a bit more worrisome for Frank Reichert’s girls. The Bulldog girls held on in the fourth quarter, but Exner’s second goal with 3:42 on the clock made it easier for them to coast to the win. Had the senior not buried her chance off a pass from Dragicevic, the final minutes of play could have been more tense, and Alhambra would not have been able to wind the clock down for a season-opening win.
It’s been a long road for Trevor Davis, but over the past weekend, everything he worked for at in Pop Warner football, Alhambra High School, Hawaii and UC Berkeley came to its pinnacle. The rookie wide receiver was drafted in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft, but on Saturday the big news emerged out of Green Bay that Davis was on the 53-man roster and is listed at the wide receiver position. There was a small bit of doubt that Davis would make the roster floating about on Green Bay Packer fan blogs. Davis’ possible addition to the roster garnered excitement, but a shoulder injury late in the preseason put his spot in jeopardy. Davis injured his shoulder after landing on it in the fourth preseason game for the Packers, and although he has returned to practice, the severity of that injury is unknown. However, his injury happened to coincide with injuries
to the foreseen front-runner for the “No. 1 spot” on the receiving corps depth chart in veteran Jordy Nelson. Nelson tore his ACL last season and didn’t feature in a single preseason game. But word from Packers coach Mike McCarthy indicates Nelson is ready to go for the Sunday league opener. That, coupled with Jeff Janis’ broken hand and the fact that Davis’ injury doesn’t appear significant makes it easier to foresee the rookie 23-yearold Alhambra alum suited up Sunday against the Jacksonville Jaguars, but it’s possible that the Packers will choose to sit him out and make sure his shoulder is fully healed. Regardless of whether he plays Sunday or not, for a few more weeks there will be a couple of extra Cheeseheads with their eyes on Green Bay. Where some 2,200 miles away from E Street and Alhambra High School, the first Bulldog football player to take the field as an NFL pro will be, ready for his time to shine.
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Bulldogs fall short in improved performance By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune Basically anything the Bulldogs did on Friday night could have been classified as a step in the right direction, but it’s clear they’re going to need to figure things out ASAP. Their 17-14 loss to San Marin on Sept. 2 did, however, show some progress on defense, and offensively they looked comfortable enough to take some risks – something they didn’t do in the loss to Acalanes. While against the Dons, the Bulldogs looked shaky in pretty much every aspect of play. Against the Mustangs from San Marin, there were instances that alluded to strengths the team will have going forward this season. Their pass-rushing in particular looked strong, and helped out a secondary that was victimized badly against the Dons. Not that the team was flawless from the first whistle on Friday. The Mustangs drove down the field and scored on their first possession with little fight from the Bulldogs. Running
back Jamal Changuex was the work horse on the opening drive. He carried the ball six times for 22 yards. But the key play of the drive, and in fact the whole game, came on 4th and 13 in the first quarter. San Marin dialed up a gutsy fake punt play when they could’ve punted from the Alhambra 39-yard line to pin the Bulldogs back. Instead, wide receiver Mitchell Crowe connected with tight end Joey Reyff for 20 yards. That, and a 40-yard touchdown pass from junior quarterback Colin Hickey to Gavin Graybeal, put the Bulldogs in a 14-0 hole. Daymyn Blalock struggled in the first half, but his defense allowed the two interceptions he threw to slide by, harassing the Alhambra senior’s opposite number. Lenny Castro and Jeremy Abraham each had a sack on the quarterback in the first quarter alone, but Castro’s best contribution came on special teams. The senior broke through the line and blocked a punt to give Alhambra the ball with 1:18 seconds just inside San Marin territory. Blalock made his throw of
the season so far when he connected with junior tight end Zach Schuler for 39 yards on the fly. The quarterback would evade a couple of tacklers to skip into the end zone for his first touchdown run of the season. The Bulldogs had some momentum going. Even Blalock’s third interception on the night didn’t faze them. The defense got the Bulldogs the ball back and allowed the quarterback to redeem himself. Blalock connected with senior Jackson Norried, and the receiver did the rest. Norried made a couple of potential tacklers miss, and got a crucial block from running back Daniel Boyd to even things up at 14-14. San Marin marched the ball down the field on the ensuing possession, but got a stroke of luck on a contentious flag for a face mask against the Bulldogs. When asked who the flag was on, the referees called the number of a player who didn’t make the tackle. That play kept the Mustangs in the range of their kicker, Payam Ravanfar, who drilled a 23-yard field goal that would be the deciding factor in the game.
MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra senior Jackson Norried puts a move on the San Marin defender in the Bulldogs’ 1714 loss on Sept. 2, 2016. Norried had a touchdown catch in the loss.
Alhambra had three chances to take the lead for good in the fourth quarter, but all three times they turned the ball over without making the Mustangs sweat too much.
The loss puts the Bulldogs at 0-2 to start the season, with Washington-Fremont coming to visit before the Dogs go on a road trip that sees them take on two former Diablo
Foothill Athletic League foes in Las Lomas and Miramonte before starting the league season at Ygnacio Valley-Concord on Oct. 7 after a bye week.
Dragons get the better of Bulldogs in grudge match By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune Revenge was on the brain when the Alhambra Bulldogs welcomed the Bishop O’Dowd Dragons to Alhambra on Sept. 6, but unlike last season’s opener and too similar to last season’s playoff exit, it was no fun for the Dogs. Alhambra opened up their season with a tough 15-12 loss to the surprise North Coast Section semifinalists from last year. The Dragons dumped out the Bulldogs and No. 1 seed Redwood before being ousted by eventual champion Northgate last season. In last season’s playoff match the two teams played at a blistering pace, with little care to defensive work, and a lot of goals scored. There wasn’t much of a difference in the 27-goal home opener. The first quarter alone saw each time score twice, but at that point it was the Dragons who were playing catch up, as Luke Brown, Nico Taliaferro and Tony Moore each hit the back of the net. In the second quarter the Drag-
ons took up the spot as the aggressors and took a lead behind some great shooting from Christopher Wong, who bagged a couple of goals in the dying minutes of the half. His goals canceled out efforts by Brown and Dylan Hammond. In the second half the goal-scoring pace picked up as the teams started to get a little gassed from their defensive efforts. But it was Bishop O’Dowd that continued to hold onto their lead as the half got going. Alhambra was not out of contention, but every time Alhambra could mount a comeback the Dragons would answer back with a goal of their own. Hammond opened the half with a great goal long range before dropping a dime to Brown for his third goal of the night. But O’Dowd continued to counter to keep things at a threegoal deficit. Moore scored to make it 10-9 following a scramble in front of goal which resulted in Brown’s fourth goal of the evening. But Wong again added to the lead by scoring on a counter at-
tack. At this point Hammond and Wong were putting on a clinic. Both players scored or facilitated their teams offense and made it look easy. But even despite the run of momentum from the Bulldogs, O’Dowd kept up the scoring pace until they finally pulled away. Senior Tyler LeBoa scored in hole, set off a nice pass from junior Ryan Joseph, and then scored again from the very next possession by lobbing Alhambra keeper Adam Pakman from long range. LeBoa again scored to put O’Dowd up 14-10, so that a brilliant team goal that went from Hammond to Donovan Ballot to Taliaferro was nothing more than a consolation on a night where the Bulldogs would fall just short. Bishop O’Dowd punched one more in for good measure after Moore scored his third of the night for the Dogs, so that when the buzzer sounded the Dragons were the ones who found revenge for the opening day defeat from last season, and not the Bulldogs for the playoff loss of a year ago.
MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra junior Dylan Hammond takes a shot in the Bulldogs’ 15-12 loss to the Bishop O’Dowd Dragons on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2016. Hammond had four goals and two assists in the loss.
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Sports
Volleyball comes up short against Wolves By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune The Bulldogs dropped a heart breaker on Thursday evening in Danville, but their loss to San Ramon Valley was still a very telling benchmark of where the program has risen to. Losing in five sets on Sept. 1 would’ve been nothing to be disappointed about, except for the fact that the Bulldogs were in the drivers set in the 15-point tiebreaker. Still, Willie Marchesano’s team looked very strong defensively against a team that was a Division I quarter-finalist last season. The Wolves only finished behind Division I champion and CIF State regional finalist Monte Vista and Foothill in the tough EBAL last season. San Ramon Valley took the first set without much hesitation. The Bulldogs had a tough time getting off the ground on the offensive side, with misplaced passes ending up in the net. Junior Gabby Chase had a solid showing in the first set though, with a pair of aces on consecutive serves, keeping the Bulldogs close. Her kill and Sterling Parker’s second kill of the evening kept things close, but the Wolves closed it out. Junior outside hitters Madelyn Dubuk and Lauren Wallace made sure of that with back to back kills to end the set. However in the second set, the Bulldogs flipped the game on its head by jumping out to an 11-4 lead. A kill from senior captain Makenzie Salva sparked the run, with Chase chipping in one of her own and Parker going up for three. Junior Rachel Gray added an ace
to buoy the streaking Bulldogs. The Wolves settled in after a timeout taken by their coach Brian Fujinaga, but by then they were fighting an uphill battle. Alhambra coasted to a set win fueled mostly by mistakes from their opponents, but it has to be said, they set the groundwork early on. Salva and Parker started off the third set in the same fashion they did the second, with kills to take a lead. However this time around that lead would evaporate very quickly. Dubuk and senior Bella Silvestri each had kills to propel San Ramon to a lead they wouldn’t relinquish. Once again it was a team setting the groundwork with an early lead before letting their opponent make mistakes and beat themselves. If you too are sensing a pattern, then you know who took set four. The fourth set was the most hotly contested of the ones previously played until Parker sparked an 8-1 run with her ninth and 10th kills. Rachel Gray added two more aces to cap the run and give Alhambra a 22-12 lead. Junior Erin Silva’s ace sealed the win and forced a fifth set. The sudden death set started off swimmingly. There was no better way for the Bulldogs to claim their second win than by beating an opponent of the quality San Ramon Valley has. Chase had consecutive kills to build up an 8-5 lead for Alhambra. In a tiebreaker, sometimes a lead that big could be insurmountable. But San Ramon Valley had other ideas. Consecutive kills by the captain, Silvestri, forced Alhambra to take a timeout to take a deep breath and take care of business. But the
Evans nearly gets comeback win in first college start By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune
MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra’s Erin Silva goes for the kill in the Bulldogs’ 3-2 loss to the San Ramon Valley Wolves on Sept. 1, 2016.
senior middle hitter continued her hot streak when it mattered. An ace by senior Kara Walter gave the Wolves the lead, and a block by Silvestri was the first of two finishing blows. The second was a kill by the other captain, Maddie Sehrt. The Bulldogs finish their first week of play at 1-1, however they fell to 1-2 after a 3-1 loss in a match with Deer Valley on Sept. 6, after Tribune deadline.
In his first start after being named the starting quarterback at the University of La Verne, Josh Evans nearly guided his team back from a late 14-point deficit against Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington. Evans, who graduated from Alhambra in 2015, is a sophomore at La Verne, and was named the Leopard’s starter after seeing little action as a true freshman. This year he got the nod and ran for a touchdown and threw for another in his first start. Evans was 13-28 passing in the game, something he will surely want to work on, but threw for 229 yards. On the ground he showed off the fleet feet that folks at Knowles Field will remember. Evans ran for 78 yards on nine attempts including a long of 35 yards that resulted in his first rushing touchdown. Evans scored on a fake to the running back and ran the draw play to perfection, going in untouched right through the middle of the field. That would’ve been his top highlight of the afternoon if it weren’t for the 53-yard pass to receiver Alex Arellano on fourth down and 11 with only 1:17 on the clock. Evans’ connection with Arellano left the Leopards down 31-29, but the Alhambra alum couldn’t convert for two points on the ensuing play to make things interesting.
Tennis setting solid foundation for new league By GERARDO RECINOS Martinez Tribune The Alhambra tennis team started their season with back-to-back games to get themselves going this season. On Wednesday, Aug. 31, Alhambra went up against Salesian-Richmond. The Bulldogs went down 4-5 in a tightly contested pro-set style match up. So the Varsity played 10 game pro sets and the JV played 8 game pro sets. “It was a good day of tennis,” said coach Sarah Gallagher. “We are still sorting it all out as far as the ladder goes.” At number one, returning player Morgan Azevedo lost 6-10 but played strong and made her opponent work to beat her against Salesian. An impressive debut at number one singles, said Gallagher after the match. “This is Morgan’s second year at tennis and [she] played mostly doubles last season. She really competed,” the coach said. Acevedo had a rough day out against College Park on Sept. 1, losing 0-6, 0-6. At number two singles Callie Johnson served it up and quite easily beat her opponent 10-2. Johnson is a solid tennis player with an equally
solid mental toughness to stay in the match to win, Gallagher said after the match. Her effort in the match against College Park was gutsy against a tough opponent, but she was beaten 5-7 and 1-6. At number three singles, sophomore Sophie Hughes came up from playing doubles last year and played a tough match losing against Salesian, despite losing 1-10. She had many good points, and as she gains confidence and settles into singles she will be a force, her coach said. Hughes played a very strong College Park player on Thursday afternoon, but lost 0-6, 1-6. Caserra Alva played her match getting the ball back and forcing the errors from her opponent, playing in a very steady manner, winning 10-4. Alva lost in her match against College Park, but not without a great effort. Alva lost the first set 1-6, but won the second by a mark of 6-3. She couldn’t keep it going in the 10-point tiebreaker, which she ended up losing 6-10. Nicole Nelson fought hard at the number five singles spot, but she lost 8-10 in a close one that could have gone either way. She lost a tough match against College Park 3-6, 3-6. At number six singles, Rachel George was down in her match but
turned it around to win a battle of a match 10-8 in one of the matches of the afternoon. “A true fight, never giving up,” Gallagher said of George’s spirit in her match. Kelly Moran stepped up to fill in for Rachel George against College Park who was out ill, and step up she did playing a very competitive match winning 7-5, 6-2. In doubles action, the team of Sam McGinley and Brie Coria gave it their all but could not close the gap between them and their opponents, losing 3-10. The duo defaulted in their match against College Park in what Gallagher called “a learning experience for the girls.” Second doubles team, Katie Foerste and Julia Giannini (just freshman) looked really strong losing despite 8-10 against the Salesian team. They were the lone bright spot on the day against College Park, grabbing a big win 6-2, 6-3. Number three doubles team Phoebe Tang and Rachel Swaigen are new to the varsity position and showed why they were, by winning 10-5. The duo fell to the College Park team 4-6, 5-7. The Bulldogs will take on former DFAL foes Acalanes on the road on Sept. 7 before opening league play against College Park on Sept. 12.
MARK FIERNER / Martinez Tribune Alhambra’s Caserra Alva (pictured above) started her season off with a win against Salesian on Aug. 31, and then followed it up with a gutsy three-set loss to a College Park Falcon player on Sept. 1, 2016.
GSD TOTALS
20
31
0.392
51
171
171
0.500
342
WON
LOST
%
Played
THAT'S HOW WE ROLL
31
17
0.646
48
Games
AMICI
25
23
0.521
48
BUONO BOCCE
25
23
0.521
48
WEDNESDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM
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Sports
WON
LOST
%
Played
LA MACCHINA
35
13
0.729
48
S&N FLOOR COVERINGS
36
15
0.706
51
LA DOLCE VITA
26
25
0.510
51
MAINLY GREEKS
30
21
0.588
51
MARTINEZ LIONS CLUB
22
26
0.458
48
WE'RE IN THERE
21
27
0.438
48
PICNIC DUCKS
17
31
0.354
48
FRIDAY NIGHT ROLLERS
22
29
0.431
51
MARTINEZ MOOSE LODGE
17
31
0.354
48
BOCCE NOVA
20
28
0.417
48
RED HOOK RED DEVILS
15
33
0.313
48
171
171
0.500
342
171
171
0.500
342
TOTALS
FRIDAY OPEN C DIVISION Games
TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Games Played
HOOKERS & BANKERS
32
16
0.667
48
JUICED BALLS
32
19
0.627
51
48
BOCCE WEEKENDERS
28
20
0.583
48
48
BOCCE BUMS
26
25
0.510
51
WANT SOME GET SOME
23
25
0.479
48
SPACED OUT
19
29
0.396
48
SLIM CHANCE
11
37
0.229
48
171
171
0.500
342
WON
LOST
%
Played
TEAM KIWANIS
33
15
0.688
48
ROTARY ROLLERS
35
16
0.686
51
LA FOLLA SQUADRA
30
18
0.625
48
DELLA PIPA
29
22
0.569
51
RIVER ROLLERS
21
27
0.438
BOTCHMEISTERS
20
28
0.417
3
45
0.063
48
171
171
0.500
342
JUST HAVIN' FUN TOTALS
MONDAY VOLO DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
15
3
0.833
18
LE PETOMANE
11
7
0.611
18
FINE LINE
10
8
0.556
18
I TOL U
10
8
0.556
18
BOCCE BY TATE
6
12
0.333
18
RED HOOK RED DEVILS
2
16
0.111
18
54
54
0.500
108
CAVALIERI
TOTALS
MONDAY OPEN B DIVISION
WEDNESDAY OPEN C DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
WHATZA MADDA U
33
18
0.647
51
BOCCE DOGS
30
18
0.625
48
BOCCE BOMBERS
29
22
0.569
51
WRECKING CREW
24
24
0.500
48
CASINO REALE
20
28
0.417
48
BALL BREAKERS
19
29
0.396
48
16
32
0.333
48
171
171
0.500
342
BUONA VITA Games
TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
KNIGHTS TEMPLAR
32
16
0.667
48
OUT OF TOWNERS
29
19
0.604
48
CHALLENGERS
26
19
0.578
45
PEDAL PUB
25
20
0.556
45
ROLLING STONES
20
28
0.417
PALLINOS
18
27
0.400
FIRE BALLS
12
33
162
162
TOTALS
TOTALS
Games Played
BOCCELISMS
31
17
0.646
48
SAYBROOK SWINGERS
32
19
0.627
51
SCUSI
28
20
0.583
48
Games
TIRA LA PALLA
25
23
0.521
48
BALLS 4 HIRE
24
24
0.500
48
BOCCE FUNTIMERS
23
25
0.479
48
SON-OF-A-BOCCE
8
43
0.157
51
171
171
0.500
342
%
Games Played
LOST
%
Played
48
31
17
0.646
48
45
BALLS OF JUSTICE
30
21
0.588
51
0.267
45
BOCCE GOURMET
25
23
0.521
48
0.500
324
LONG SHOTS
24
24
0.500
48
THE MARKSMEN
25
26
0.490
51
MARINA MAULERS
20
TAP THAT P
28
0.417
16
32
0.333
48
171
171
0.500
342
LOST
%
Played
VINO ROSSO
30
15
0.667
45
HOLY ROLLERS
28
17
0.622
45
WISKEY LANE SHOOTERS
24
21
0.533
45
LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL
23
22
0.511
45
Games
NU RAYS 3
19
29
0.396
48
WON
LOST
%
Played
THROW DOWN
19
29
0.396
48
SLOW AND EASY
33
18
0.647
51
I VINCITORI
19
29
0.396
48
CJ#2
25
23
0.521
162
162
0.500
324
HARD TO HANDLE
25
23
WHATS THE POINT?
24
LUCKY 7
23
TOTALS
MONDAY OPEN D DIVISION
TEAM
TOTALS
48
WON
TOTALS
FRIDAY OPEN D DIVISION %
WON
Games
TOTALS
LOST
WEDNESDAY OPEN D DIVISION TEAM
TEAM
WON
RAPID ROLLERS
MONDAY OPEN C DIVISION TEAM
TOTALS
WEDNESDAY OPEN B DIVISION
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, Sept. 3, 2016.
Games TEAM
FRIDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM
WON
LOST
UNTOUCHABLES
30
18
???
48
ROLLING SCONES
29
19
0.604
48
48
"B" OCCE'S
27
21
0.563
48
0.521
48
24
0.500
48
CASINO CRAZY
26
22
0.542
48
25
0.479
48
HAVING A BALL
24
24
???
48 48
WEDNESDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM
Games
RELATIVITY
20
28
0.417
48
WON
LOST
%
Played
LES SCHWAB TIRE
19
29
0.396
KATIES KIDS
37
11
0.771
48
EASY ROLLERS
21
30
0.412
51
48
0.578
45
342
0.271
19
0.500
35
26
171
13
LA BOCCE VITA
171
THE PRETENDERS
168
168
0.500
336
FARLO BAMBINO FARLO
23
22
0.511
45
MASTER BLASTERS
22
23
0.489
45
BOCCE BOMBERS
22
26
0.458
48
TEAM OEHRLEIN
20
28
0.417
48
COSI VICINO
12
33
0.267
45
162
162
0.500
324
TEAM
TOTALS
%
Played
LE PETOMANE
34
17
0.667
51
SHORTS NO GOOD
31
17
0.646
48
ABA
31
20
0.608
51
HARD KNOCKS
28
20
0.583
48
Games
STRANGERS
23
25
0.479
BB & TT
15
33
0.313
9
39
0.188
48
171
171
0.500
342
WON
LOST
%
Played
30
15
0.667
45
RAT BLASTARDS
29
16
0.644
45
RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS 2
28
20
0.583
48
ON A ROLL
26
19
0.578
45
BOCCE AMICI
24
24
0.500
48
ALLBOCCE'D UP
15
33
0.313
48
EAT, DRINK, ROLL
10
35
0.222
45
162
162
0.500
324
TOTALS
Games LOST
BEEOCHI BALLERS
TEAM
BOCCISMO TOTALS
%
Played
GREAT BALLS OF FIRE
35
16
0.686
51
48
NBA
32
16
0.667
48
48
MEAT THE KINDERS
31
17
0.646
48
MT DIABLOS
24
27
0.471
51
CIA
22
26
0.458
48
BALLS ON FIRE
16
32
0.333
48
PALLINO PALS
11
37
0.229
48
171
171
0.500
342
WON
LOST
%
Games Played
MEASUE THIS
34
14
0.708
48
BOUN AMICI
33
18
0.647
51
MARTINEZ AUTO BOCCE
23
25
0.479
48
Games
BALL WEEVELS
23
25
0.479
48
LOST
%
Played
"WATCH ME BOCCE"
22
26
0.458
48
THE PLAYERS
41
10
0.804
51
ROLL PLAYERS
20
28
0.417
48
BOCCE BY TATE
35
16
0.686
51
INCOGNITO
16
35
0.314
51
SPEDS
31
17
0.646
48
TEAM BOB
23
25
0.479
48
171
171
0.500
342
NOSOTROS
16
32
0.333
48
ARSENAL
13
35
0.271
48
EIGHT THE HARD WAY
12
36
0.250
48
171
171
0.500
342
TOTALS
TOTALS
THURSDAY OPEN C DIVISION
TOTALS
SUNDAY OPEN C DIVISION Games TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
SEASONED PACK
36
15
0.706
51
F.B.I.
31
20
0.608
51
OBOCCE
24
24
0.500
48
BOCCE BALLS OF FIRE
22
26
0.458
48
LOST
%
Games Played
SHELL BOCCIATORI
33
18
0.647
51
SMB
31
17
0.646
48
VALTELLINA ALL-STARS
21
27
0.438
48
Games
YOU WANNA BOCCE
28
20
0.583
48
WHAT A-BI-OCCE
19
29
0.396
48
LETS ROLL
18
30
0.375
48
171
171
0.500
342
TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
DR. "B'S" BLASTERS
23
25
0.479
48
TIRAMISU
32
19
0.627
51
LA BELLA VITA
21
27
0.438
48
THE OTHER TEAM
29
19
0.604
48
SALUTI
22
29
0.431
51
BOCCEE BUSTERS
28
20
0.583
48
SONS OF A BOCCE
13
35
0.271
48
THE PROS FROM DOVER
27
24
0.529
51
DRUNKEN DEBOCCERY
25
23
0.521
48
171
171
0.500
342
BOCCE BRAWLERS
16
32
0.333
48
WILD & WACKY
14
34
0.292
48
171
171
0.500
342
TOTALS
TEAM
WON
TUESDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM
Games LOST
THURSDAY OPEN B DIVISION TEAM
SUNDAY OPEN B DIVISION WON
WON
TUESDAY OPEN A DIVISION TEAM
TOTALS
THURSDAY OPEN A DIVISION WON
MONDAY OPEN E DIVISION TEAM
TOTALS
TUESDAY OPEN C DIVISION
TOTALS
TOTALS
SUNDAY OPEN CC DIVISION Games
THURSDAY OPEN D DIVISION WON
LOST
%
Games Played
THAT'S WHATSHE SAID…
31
20
0.608
51
TEAM
TEAM
WON
LOST
%
Played
UNDERDOGS
33
15
0.688
48
3 B'S
26
22
0.542
48
Games
BOBS YOUR UNCLE
24
24
0.500
48
WON
LOST
%
Played
K-2-K ROLLOERS
25
26
0.490
51
KEEP ON ROLLIN
30
18
0.625
48
B.U.I.
23
25
0.479
48
THE BOCCE CATS
26
22
0.542
48
JB SERVICES
28
23
0.549
51
GOOD TIME ROLLERS
23
25
0.479
48
TEAM FREEDOM
26
25
0.510
51
BOCCE E VINO
28
23
0.549
51
D'BOCCERI
23
25
0.479
48
I TOL U JACKS TEAM
26
22
0.542
48
BOCCE FRIENDS
22
26
0.458
48
TRAVLERS
23
28
0.451
51
BITE ME
23
25
0.479
48
171
171
0.500
342
THE USUAL SUSPECTS
20
28
0.417
48
ROCK AND ROLLERS
22
26
0.458
48
RETIREMENT SOLUTIONS 1
14
34
0.292
48
THE MONEY SHOTZ
17
31
0.354
48
171
171
0.500
342
171
171
0.500
342
TEAM
TOTALS
TOTALS
THURSDAY OPEN E DIVISION WON
LOST
%
Games Played
MISSION IMBOCCEBALL
32
16
0.667
48
TEAM
TUESDAY OPEN D DIVISION WON
LOST
%
Games Played
WARF RATS
28
20
0.583
48
STOCKINGER SURVEYS
34
17
0.667
51
BOCCE BY THE BAY
28
20
0.583
48
LOS AMIGOS
30
21
0.588
51
BOWLING THUNDER
26
22
0.542
48
INTERNATIONAL BOCCE
27
21
0.563
48
CELLAR DWELLERS
24
27
0.471
51
UNCONSCIOUS
23
25
0.479
48
MISFITS
23
28
0.451
51
BELLA DONNAS & THE DUDES
22
26
0.458
48
N.U.T.S.
10
38
0.208
48
SHOOT IT
21
27
0.438
48
BELLA BOCCE
14
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18
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20
0.583
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20
0.583
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22
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21
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26
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0.745
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18
0.647
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0.646
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27
0.438
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30
0.375
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32
0.333
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17
0.646
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22
0.542
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23
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0.521
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0.471
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24
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25
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26
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26
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29
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28
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0.667
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Omarr’s Weekly Astrological Forecast By JERALDINE SAUNDERS Tribune Content Agency ARIES (March 21-April 19): Accept a challenge to improve yourself. Find ways to get back in shape through exercise or participation in sports. You could find a pleasant companion or old friend has the same idea this week. TAURUS (April 20May 20): Take the hint. Someone close may pressure you to perform at the highest level but you’re up to the challenge. You can make a smart business move or financial change in the week ahead. GEMINI (May 21June 20): Encourage everyone. Set a good example and lend a helping hand, especially to family members. In the week to come you might tackle a remodeling job or prefer to work out of your home base. CANCER (June 21July 22): Things are looking up. You may feel more contented with what you have and how you can get it this week. Key decisions and personal plans may be strongly influenced by a partner or spouse. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Put the pedal to the metal. In the week ahead your passion for a work project or business idea can pay off. You can make more money than usual if you are willing to work hard to get it. VIRGO (Aug. 23Sept. 22): Pump up the pace. You possess necessary stamina to achieve success. Ignore people who try to undermine your self-confidence. Go ahead with a creative venture early in the week.
LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Fan the flames with fanfare. There is no reason to start something unless there you are dedicated to follow through. Someone in your family circle may give you support in the week ahead. SCORPIO (Oct. 23Nov. 21): You are what you think. Embrace a passion for deep thinking that could produce crucial momentum with a business or financial idea. Investigate money making ideas in the week ahead. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Pile up the pennies. You can line your coffers with gold in the week ahead if you don’t let family naysayers put doubts in your mind. Remain confident of your ability to turn a profit. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Go for the gusto. You can use your entrepreneurial spirit to overcome any adversity and to overtake any adversary. In the week ahead press forward with a business or financial idea. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Give the squeaky wheel some oil. The wheels of financial progress may turn slowly in the week ahead. You are on the brink of financial success but must remain realistic in temporary downturns. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Don’t be discouraged. Some people allow negative scripts to rerun through their heads when their high standards aren’t met. Focus on reaching your goals fearlessly as this week unfolds. (c) 2016 CONTENT LLC
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Campbell Theater producer makes ‘Random Exits’
Happy trails ...
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Cyclists enjoying the George Miller Regional Trail, also known as “Old Snake Road” in the hills above Martinez over Labor Day Weekend. Hikers, walkers, joggers, cyclists and families replete with children and dogs were out in droves over the weekend, enjoying East Bay Regional Park District trails.
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An unknown woman, tall, irresistible, dressed as a gypsy princess, sidles up to a complete stranger at an Orange County lunch counter. She says, with more than a hint of desperation, “Do me a favor: if anyone asks, tell them you’re my fiancé. I’ll explain later.” Randall Nott is that complete stranger who again finds himself facing yet another random exit on his quest for partnership and the perfect landscape photograph. Nott’s poignant core story is one of romantic dilemmas, manipulative comics, a mystery woman, and sudden death. Random side-trips might include brushes with celebrity, childrens’ theater, studio history, photography lessons, philosophy, creepy stalkers, bad love songs, and the ultimate girl next door. All this is set against the illusions of the backlots of Hollywood, and the natural splendor of western landscapes. It’s a convoluted adventure at best, and Nott needs our help sorting it out. “Random Exits” is Nott’s soft-scripted
monologue requiring concentrated audience engagement to help map out his journey for the night. Scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9, his show will inaugurate San Francisco’s 25th Annual Fringe Festival at PianoFight, which joins the festival as a venue this year. PianoFight is a full-service restaurant/bar with two theaters and a cabaret stage dedicated to new work by new artists. Nott is an East Bay artist of many talents – artistic and technical. A Theater Arts alumnus of UC Santa Cruz, he honed his improvisational theater and comedy writing skills through the Groundlings School in Los Angeles during the mid 1980s when that group was a sketch comedy breeding ground like Chicago’s Second City. He studied film acting with the renowned Film Industry Workshops at CBS Studio City where part of the story takes place. An actor/writer/director/ musician/theater designer/photographer, Nott earns his living as an IT Coordinator by day,
and volunteers rigging and running Martinez Campbell Theater productions at night. Each performance of “Random Exits” will be unique, as each show is driven by the random directions of that night’s audience. Four shows are scheduled at PianoFight Theater, 144 Taylor St., San Francisco: Friday, Sept. 9, and Saturday, Sept. 17 at 7 p.m.; Thursday, Sept. 15, and Friday, Sept. 23 at 8:30 p.m. “Random Exits” plays in tandem each of the four evenings with Michael Patrick Gaffney’s “The Oldest Live Cater Waiter,” so you might want to arrive at PianoFight around 6 p.m., and enjoy dinner and both shows. Tickets for “Random Exits” are $11 (at the door, cash only – online tickets add a $2.99 service fee). The SF Fringe Fest does not allow late seating, and tickets are non-refundable Only 75 percent of seats are pre-sold online, allowing 25 percent of seats available at the door. Tickets are available at www.sffringe. org/tickets.
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indeed have a hard life. But after Heather had said this, Anna, down at the other end of the table, responded, ‘Heather, I am putting you in my necklace between me and Jesus because He loves you and I love you.’ “When Anna said that,
Heather crawled under the table to get to Anna and threw her arms around her. “At the end of class, when her grandmother came to pick her up, Heather said, ‘Guess what, Grandma? Jesus loves me.’” When we reach out in love
and service even in the smallest ways, hearts are changed and softened as others feel the love of the Lord. Sometimes, however, because of the countless people all about us who need help and relief from burdens, it can be difficult to meet the many
pressing needs. Sisters, some of you listening may feel stretched to capacity ministering to the needs of family members. Remember, in those routine and often mundane tasks, you are “in the service of your God.” Others of you might be feeling an emptiness that could be filled as you look into your neighborhood or community for opportunities to help ease another’s burdens. All of us can incorporate some service into our daily living. We live in a contentious world. We give service when we don’t criticize, when we refuse to gossip, when we don’t judge, when we smile, when we say thank you, and when we are patient and kind. Other kinds of service take time, intentional planning, and extra energy. But they are worth our every effort. Perhaps we could start by asking ourselves these questions:
• Who in my circle of influence could I help today? • What time and resources do I have? • In what ways can I use my talents and skills to bless others? • What might we do as a family? President Dieter F. Uchtdorf taught: “You must do … what disciples of Christ have done in every dispensation: counsel together, use all resources available, seek the inspiration of the Holy Ghost, ask the Lord for His confirmation, and then roll up your sleeves and go to work. “I give you a promise,” he said. “If you will follow this pattern, you will receive specific guidance as to the who, what, when, and where of providing in the Lord’s way.” Whenever I wonder what it will be like when the Savior comes again, I think of His visit to the Nephites when He asked:
“Have ye any that are sick among you? Bring them hither. Have ye any that are lame, or blind, or halt, or maimed, or leprous, or that are withered, or that are deaf, or that are afflicted in any manner? Bring them hither and I will heal them, for I have compassion upon you; my bowels are filled with mercy. … “… [The Savior] did heal them every one.” For now, He asks us to be His hands. I have come to know that it is the love of God and neighbor that gives meaning to life. May we follow our Savior’s example and His admonition to reach out to others with love. I testify to the reality of President Henry B. Eyring’s promise “that if [we’ll] use [our] gifts to serve someone else, [we’ll] feel the Lord’s love for that person. [We’ll] also feel his love for [us].” In the name of Jesus Christ, amen.
Chuck Barberini is a Realtor living in Martinez, specializing in listings, buyers, short sales, REOs & property management. $250 donated to Alhambra High School athletics for every completed transaction