Tri-City Voice April 8, 2025 by Weeklys

News from Washington Health

Getting Kids Back to Healthy Lifestyles

Local Pediatrician Offers Online Seminar

Obesity in children has been increasing for several years, according to Washington Health pediatrician Dr. Rishika Singh. The key to combating this worrisome trend is for parents and other caregivers to establish a healthy lifestyle for the children in their care.

Dr. Singh will discuss how to help your child develop habits for good health at a Wednesday, May 4, Washington Health online seminar, “Healthy Lifestyles for Kids.” The free 5 p.m. Health & Wellness seminar can be accessed on Facebook.com/ WashingtonHealth1 or YouTube.com/ @Washington_Health.

“We have seen a significant increase in obesity in children in addition to unhealthy increases in cholesterol levels,” Dr. Singh says. Nationally, 14.7 million children are diagnosed as obese, she notes.

But it’s not just eating habits that are contributing to the decline in children’s health. She lists the lack of sufficient exercise, not enough sleep, too much screen time and stress as root causes of the decline in children’s health.

Many of these issues also apply to the whole family. “I would say about 50% of adults are living with at least one preventable chronic disease,” Dr. Singh elaborates. “It’s a nationwide problem.

As much as 90% of Americans don’t eat enough vegetables and 80% don’t eat enough fruit. By making changes to the way we live, we can avoid these health issues much of the time.”

Dr. Singh will discuss her “Five Secrets to a Healthy Lifestyle” which include:

• Inspiring healthy eating habits.

• Encouraging physical activity.

• Improving sleep hygiene.

• Focusing on mental health.

• Limiting screen time. Nationally, 35% of children ages 4-14 years lack adequate sleep and teens log an average of eight hours daily on their electronic devices. Dr. Singh will outline small steps for families and caregivers to take to improve the health of their children as well as their own health. She will discuss the vicious cycle of childhood obesity; illustrate a Kids Healthy Eating Plate; discuss age-appropriate goals for physical activity and sleep; and discuss strategies for reducing stress and improving mental health, particularly in teens.

The mental health of children and teens has declined since COVID. Dr. Singh says, “We developed — or significantly expanded — screenwatching habits then and have not returned to the patterns of pre-COVID

behavior. This leads to a sedentary lifestyle rather than the active life that’s important for children’s development and health.”

Stress and anxiety have increased in children and teens. “It isn’t just one thing that’s increasing stress and anxiety but usually a little bit of many things. Getting everyone, not just teens, off screens and into more physical activity will go a long way to improve everyone’s health,” she adds.

“By empowering our children with the tools for healthy living, we unlock their potential to live their best lives.”

“By empowering our children with the tools for healthy living, we unlock their potential to live their best lives.”

Rishika Singh, MD

Dr. Singh summarizes, “I am passionate about teaching children — and their families — healthy habits that are fun and easy to maintain. I want to equip my patients and their families with the knowledge they need to make the right decisions for them when it comes to leading a healthier life.”

To learn more about Dr. Singh and the Washington Health Medical Group Pediatrics Team, visit mywtmf.com/ find-a-doctor/rishika-singh-md/ or scan the below QR code.

News from Washington Health

Restoring Quality of Life

Erik McDonald, MD, brings innovative experience to Washington Health’s Institute

for Joint Restoration and Research

Erik McDonald, MD, has always been curious about the mechanics of the human body. He was able to intern for a company designing medical devices and that curiosity brought him to the University of California, Berkeley, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering. That led to a University of California, San Francisco research lab, where he evaluated and researched orthopedic implants while working alongside leaders in orthopedics. The seeds were sown for a medical career, which ultimately brought him to Washington Health’s Institute for Joint Restoration and Research (IJRR).

“The research lab led me to medical school at USCF, where I earned a master’s degree in clinical research at the same time,” Dr. McDonald explained. “Even after my work with medical devices, when I went into my residency, I thought joint replacement would be the last thing I wanted to do in orthopedic surgery. It turns out, I loved it. I realized that across the spectrum of orthopedic surgery, joint replacement had the greatest impact on people’s lives. I completed a fellowship in total joint arthroplasty at

Yale, then came back home to the Bay Area to join other experts in the craft at Washington Health.”

Dr. McDonald joins the practice led by orthopedic surgeon John Dearborn, MD, and includes orthopedic surgeon and shoulder expert, John Costouros, MD. Dr. McDonald and Dr. Dearborn specialize in complex and revision knee and hip replacement surgery.

“I feel very fortunate to be collaborating with this team,” Dr. McDonald said. “Washington Health has a great system in place that allows us to evaluate new products and perform surgery to the absolute best of our abilities. There are always new things, but we take the time to use a calculated and cautious approach, to look at what will improve our patients’ quality of life and not just jump on the “new gadget” bandwagon. Our practice is committed to advancement through research and education. Our goal is to offer patients at Washington Hospital and the Peninsula Surgery Center innovative surgical techniques and advanced medical care in a way that supports their lifestyles and focuses on them as individuals.”

For Dr. McDonald, the goal is always to make things better for his patients. He noted total hip replacement is typically indicated for patients with severe hip pain and disability caused by conditions including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, hip dysplasia or hip fracture. The damaged hip joint is replaced with an artificial (prosthetic) joint.

“Most surgeons use similar implant devices, but we approach surgery a little differently,” he emphasized. “Take anterior approach to total hip replacement as an example. Some surgeons use a specialized surgical table, but having trained on that and a regular operating table, I prefer to use a regular surgical table. It allows me to have full control over the leg throughout the operation.”

Dr. McDonald explained that, in his experience, anterior hip replacement, performed through an incision in the front of the hip, provides less post-op pain and improved function for patients. The surgery typically has a small incision, which he “hides” in the fold between the leg and torso. This leads to less tissue disruption and allows for better wound healing. This approach lets Dr. McDonald treat a wide range of patients, including bariatric patients needing joint replacement, patients requiring revisions of prior surgeries, and even salvage operations like proximal femur replacements. It all comes back to developing a relationship with his patients, from the first appointment, through the surgery, and into rehab.

“During medical school, I had appendicitis and had to have an appendectomy,” Dr. McDonald shared. “It was some of the best learning I could have had as a med student, because you really understand what patients are going through. It changed the way I looked at patient care and has impacted my practice.”

“It’s not normal to have surgery, so it’s no surprise people are nervous,” he continued. “They’re worried when they come to see us before surgery. It’s important to remember what it’s like to be a patient from every aspect, from calling the clinic, to coming in for the appointment, to showing up in the pre-op area, to the recovery room.”

While surgery may become routine for those like Dr. McDonald who live it every day, he understands it’s not routine for his patients. “Hopefully, this is the only time they’ll have to go through this in their lives,” he said. “Most of my patients have been dealing with hip or knee pain for a very long time. It can be daunting and when they get to the point where they just can’t go anymore, they feel terrified. I want to change that nervousness to excitement when they understand their pain will be gone and they’ll be able to do the things they love again.

“I want my patients to feel comfortable with the surgeon doing their surgery,” he added. “More important than how the surgeon performs the procedure or even how long it takes, they want someone they trust to take care of them and do their best for them. That’s what I promise my patients. I promise to try my hardest and strive to make every joint replacement the best replacement possible.”

To learn more about Washington Health’s joint replacement program visit WashingtonHealth.com/IJRR.

“Most of my patients have been dealing with hip or knee pain for a very long time. It can be daunting and when they get to the point where they just can’t go anymore, they feel terrified. I want to change that nervousness to excitement when they understand their pain will be gone and they’ll be able to do the things they love again.”

Erik McDonald, MD

Erik McDonald, MD

OPINION

Arts mean learning and growth for all

By Stephanie Uchida

In 2021, the California State Senate designated artists as “second responders” as part of “April is Arts, Culture and Creativity Month.” This has got to be a cringe April Fools’ joke, right? If I’m stuck in a burning building, I want a firefighter to help me to safety, not teach me pyrography. Giving artists even half of the same title as people who risk their lives feels frankly insulting. However, when I reflected more on the artistic efforts of people from around the TriCity Area, I decided that art’s slightly less foundational placement on Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs pyramid is one of its greatest strengths. Art teaches universal principles—to respect the process, to learn new skills, to be curious about the world— in a setting where even messing up is honorable.

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students from Irvington and Mission San Jose High Schools and Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori, led by Ava Zhang Pedersen, recently completed a mural for Dusterberry Neighborhood Park. The process took 10 months. On some weekends, students were out working for five-hour stretches, or in the rain and wind. The completed mural is not only a tribute to Fremont as a city, but to the teens who now know that when the going gets tough, they have the grit to see it through.

Many reach a much greater age without seeing so clearly that they are capable of tackling challenges. Teens are still forming core memories and a sense

of their identities, but the range of April events listed on the Fremont Creates website shows that art is accessible to any age. There are chances to appreciate the work of others, but also events where people can try open mic poetry, flash fiction, Indian folk art, or other visual media.

I think people are often surprised at what they can actually

make when they give themselves the chance. They might even learn something about what’s going on inside their own heads.

I prefer writing, but sometimes I like drawing random things like the corgi plushie on the back of my couch. Rationally, I know it’s just a little pillow with a face and ears, but somehow once it’s partially obscured by the couch, I start to wonder. Maybe that friendly face belongs to an impossibly long insect body…

It’s silly, but I think that we can accomplish more when we give ourselves the permission to do something a little more frivolous than usual. We can discover our power without being paralyzed by fear of failure.

City improvement plan and residents’ concerns

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EDITOR

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Stephanie Uchida

DELIVERY

REPORTERS

Roelle Balan, Victor Carvellas, Andrew Cavette, Asok Chatterjee, Charlene Dizon, Rob Klindt, Monika Lee, Panashe Matemba-Mutasa, David Newman, Kayla Vargas, Hugo Vera, Marc Vicente

COLUMNISTS

Kelsey Camello, Anne Chan, Michael Coates, Daniel O’Donnell, Pat Kite, John Schinkel-Kludjian, Madhvika Singh, Barbara Wong

PHOTOGRAPHERS

Victor Carvellas

DIRECTOR CREATIVE SERVICES

Cindy Couling

CREATIVE SERVICES PRODUCTION MANAGER

Deb Fisher

GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Elena Razgonov

INTERNS

Neel Bhimani, Dhanya Ganesh, Nanki Kaur, Jessica Kim, Olivia Ma, Vidyuth Sridhar, Ethan Yan, Callie Yuan, Padma Balaji

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CHIEF REVENUE OFFICER Daniel Payomo

ADJUDICATION

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outlines infrastructure priorities through 2030. Projected funding for the new CIP cycle is $175 million—down from $296 million—due to reduced private development activity and federal funding uncertainty. Still, the city will maintain a “status quo” investment strategy focused on essential maintenance and previously funded projects.

wide. The city will also invest in clean energy upgrades in public facilities and expand EV charging infrastructure.

General city improvement plan

The city council also approved a preliminary update to its five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which

General city improvement plan

The city council also approved a preliminary update to its five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which

Shaped by community input, highlights include launching construction on a new Central Park community center in 2026, upgrading outdated restrooms in multiple parks, and expanding pickleball courts and dog parks city-

Transportation improvements include median landscaping, modernized traffic signals and safety upgrades along key corridors such as Fremont Boulevard and Paseo Padre Parkway. Funding will also support long-term planning for regional initiatives like the Irvington BART Station and new trail systems.

Calls for more added to the CIP During public comment, members of the Niles Main Street Association (NMSA) called on

During public comment, members of the Niles Main Street Association (NMSA) called on

the city to prioritize lighting improvements on Niles Boulevard. Citing safety concerns, they urged the council to add the project to the CIP.

While the area’s two large parking lots accommodate over 100 vehicles, there are only two working lights, creating what NMSA described as an “insufficiently lit area that makes residents and visitors feel unsafe.”

“I believe public lighting is a simple yet effective solution to enhance public safety,” said NMSA president Krysten Laine, adding that improved lighting could also help reduce theft, vandalism and sideshows.

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HOME &GARDEN

GROW A VARIETY OF PEPPERS THIS SEASON

Peppers come in a range of heats and can grow in containers or in soil

By Melinda Myers

Whether you garden on an acre or a balcony, there’s always room for peppers. Grow them in a vegetable garden, container or with your flowers. The colorful fruit of many varieties makes them a decorative addition to any garden.

For those who like it hot, get to know the Scoville scale. This system rates the relative hotness of peppers with bell peppers rating 0, jalapeño at 2,500 to 5,000, cayenne rated 30,000 to 50,000, and habanero receiving the superhot 100,000 to 300,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). For those who like really hot peppers, the ghost pepper averages about 1 million SHU, Carolina Reaper averages 1.6 million SHU and Pepper X measures 2.7 million SHU.

Whether you grow sweet or hot peppers, proper care from planting to harvest will yield the best flavor and an abundant harvest. Grow peppers in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil. Add several inches of organic matter into the top 8 to 12” of soil, if gardening in poorly drained clay soil or fast-draining sandy or rocky soils. This compost improves drainage and increases the water-holding ability of fast-draining soils. This is also a good time to add a low nitrogen, slow-release fertilizer.

Peppers, like their cousins tomatoes and eggplants, like it warm. Wait for the soil to warm to 60° degrees, about two weeks after the last spring frost. Colder temperatures in the 40s can stunt and damage your transplants.

You can jumpstart the season with the help of cloches, wall-o-waters and floating row covers. These protect your plants from frost and cooler temperatures, which are often common at the start of the season. Use them to

keep plants warm and shorten the time to harvest.

Plant peppers 18 to 20 inches apart depending on the variety. Check the tag for mature size and recommended spacing. Make the most of your available space by planting in wide rows. Stagger rows within the bed, allowing just enough room for plants to reach their full size. Design pathways to allow for easy access to all the plants within the wide row.

Grow a few peppers in containers alone or mix them with herbs and flowers. A two-to-three-gallon pot is perfect for a pepper plant and its smaller companions. Check the soil moisture daily and water thoroughly when the top inch is dry.

Make sure pepper plants growing in the ground receive about an inch of water each week. Supplement rainfall as needed, applying water to the soil surface using a watering wand, soaker hose or drip irrigation. Spread a layer of shredded leaves, evergreen needles or other organic material over the soil surface to conserve moisture, keep roots cool as temperatures soar, and suppress weeds.

Once the fruit forms, you may need to add fertilizer. Let the plants’ growth and fertilizer directions be your guide.

Peppers grow and produce best when day temperatures are 70 to 80 degrees and night temperatures are 60 to 70 degrees. Hot peppers seem to tolerate the heat better than sweet varieties. Cold, heat and drought are the most common causes of blossom drop, misshapen fruit and a poor harvest. Night temperatures over 90 degrees and under 55 degrees can cause blossoms to drop. Continue providing proper care and wait for better weather for flowering and fruiting.

With proper care throughout the season and a bit of cooperation from the weather, you’re sure to enjoy an abundant harvest.

Melinda Myers has written over 20 gardening books, including ‘Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, Revised Edition,’ and ‘Small Space Gardening.’ She hosts The Great Courses’ ‘How to Grow Anything’

instant video and DVD series, and the nationally syndicated ‘Melinda’s Garden Moment' radio program. Myers is a columnist and contributing editor for ‘Birds & Blooms’ magazine. Her website is MelindaMyers.com.

PEPPER POTS Peppers can be grown in container gardens or in the ground.

SUNNY HEAT Peppers do well in a sunny location with moist, well-drained soil.

Mural showcases the diversity and identity of Fremont

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son they believe it’s thriving. U.S. Census data shows that nearly half of Fremont’s population is foreign-born, and more than 60% speak a language other than English at home. CBC members said that showcasing this diversity was central to their vision for the mural.

The mural is the result of nine months of dedication from 14 student artists from Irvington High School, Mission San Jose High School and Hayward Twin Oaks Montessori. Lead artist Ava Zhang Pedersen, a junior at Irvington High and president of her school’s Visual Arts Club, has been an artist for more than 10 years.

She co-designed the mural’s concept digitally with fellow artist Jessica Chen from June 2024 to January 2025 before leading the team through a phased painting process. By late January, they were working on the final version at Dusterberry Park, dedicating five hours every Sunday to painting and sometimes braving unfavorable weather. In her speech, Pedersen expressed pride in her team’s commitment.

“Our city is the happiest city because of our community, and we couldn’t have built this mural without the initiative of the young community here,” Pedersen said.

Founded in 1992 and based in

Fremont, Citizens for Better Community is a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting the community through education and civic engagement. In addition to its renowned Annual Spring Celebration, CBC provides student scholarships, internships and various enrichment programs.

Beyond the mural, Fremont residents can explore a wide array of artistic events throughout the month, from gallery exhibitions to live music and spoken word performances. A full calendar of activities is available on the Fremont Creates website, fremontcreates.com.

CITY OFFICIALS City council members celebrate the new mural along with over two dozen residents at Dusterberry Neighborhood Park.

CITY’S IMAGE

SPRING FASHION When the sheep lose their winter coats they are ready for warm spring weather.

Ardenwood holds annual spring sheep shearing day

● Historic farm demonstrates how wool goes from sheep clothing to spun yarn

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Every year, Ardenwood Historic Farm celebrates spring by giving the sheep their annual “haircut.” In 2025, Sheep Shearing Day will take place on April 12. In addition to watching a professional shear the winter wool coats off of sheep, attendees can try wool carding or learn how an old fashioned spinning equipment transforms raw fibers into yarn. Kids can make their own wooly lamb to take home

This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Parking is free. Admission is $7/adults. $6/seniors (62+), $5/children (4-17 yrs.), 3 years and under free.

Sheep Shearing

Saturday, April 12

11am - 3pm Ardenwood Historic Farm

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Cultural Arts Council announces Juried Photography winners

● Contestants shared the inspiration behind their art

Submitted by Arathi Satish

The 30th Annual Juried Photography Exhibit reception was held on Saturday, March 29 at the Fremont Main Library. The photographs will be on display at the library through Saturday, May 3.

Connie Chew, president of Fremont Cultural Arts Council, selected the President’s Choice award. “It is an excellent exhibit,” she said. “I selected the photo by Jason Cheng called Kiskadee Sip, as I connected to it emotionally. It made me feel that we as people can step back and reflect upon ourselves at this point of time. I kept going back to see the photograph.”

Rajeev Shankar, exhibit chairman, said, “The quality and range of photographs in the FCAC photo contest was high and the judges found it a challenge

to select the winning photographs. It was great to connect with all the photographers and hear their stories.”

In the student category, first prize went to Dhanush Balusa for “The Great North Eclipse of 2024,” second prize went to Radhika Shah for “Turtles all the way down” and third went to Veda Jadaprolu for “Light Sleeper.” The honorable mentions were awarded to Dhanush Balusa for “Leap of Freedom” and Arya Sharma for “Golden Hour in Gothenburg.”

In the open category, the first prize went to Jose Albano for “Foggy Mission Peak,” the second prize to Jason Cheng for “Who’s Boss” and third to Paul Kessinger for “Desert Dust.” Honorable mentions given went to Michelle Liu for “No Place like home,” Michelle Liu for “Too Early O’clock,” Zefram Marks for “Power Terminus,” Kathleen A McMullen for “Cinnamon Chested Bee Eaters,” Bruce L. Roberts for “Underworld” and Kevin Wheeler for “Early Morning in Venice.”

The Alvin Docktor Nature Award was given to May Chen for “The Water

World Takes Leave. Great Blue Heron and Trout.” The President’s Choice award went to Jason Cheng for “Kiskadee Sip,” and the People’s Choice award went to Bruce L. Roberts for “Underworld.”

Contestants shared the inspiration behind their photographs. Renee Wei was inspired to join Fremont Photographic Society by last year’s show and particularly by the photographs of the winners Jason Cheng and May Chen.

“In this one year, I learned a lot from the club members,” Wei said. “Jason Cheng helped me to set up my camera and May Chen invited me to shoot together and showed me many photography locations for wildlife which I never knew before.”

Nidhi Swamy was another contestant who was impressed by last year’s show and was inspired to join the photography classes taught by Len Cook in Fremont. “Photography has become a passion and has made me view the world in a totally different way,” Swamy said. “Whenever I travel now, my eyes search for the unusual and unique.”

“Artistry in local flavors seems somehow sweeter than remote museum versions,” said Len Cook, a judge. “Many of the images showed delightful scenes of local landscapes, wildlife, architecture or landmarks. There was a low turnout of ‘people’ pictures: people in action, portraits and the like. Making up for it though was accomplished nicely with numerous action photos and portraits of animals.”

Juried Photography

Exhibit 2025

Ongoing through Saturday, May 3

During Library hours

Fremont Main Library 2400 Stevenson Boulevard, Fremont 510.745.1400

fremontculturalartscouncil.org

PHOTO INSPO Len Cook with his student Nidhi Swamy, who took part in the exhibit for the first time inspired by last year’s show.

Courtesy of Arathi Satish

OPEN WINNER Jose Albano won first prize in the open category for ‘Foggy Mission Peak.’ L to R: Rajeev Shankar and Jose Albano.

Courtesy of Arathi Satish

HONORABLE WINNER Michelle Liu won two honorable mentions in the open category.

L to R: Michelle Liu, Rajeev Shankar and Connie Chew.

Courtesy of Arathi Satish

Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e 4Matic

● Luxury compact SUV comes with a plug

By Michael Coates

What defines a vehicle? That’s the question we ask here every month. This month’s challenge is a compact SUV from Mercedes-Benz.

That nameplate defines it as a luxury automobile, which the GLC 350e 4Matic lives up to in every way imaginable, from its comfy MB-Tex faux leather seats inside to the sporty Patagonia red metallic paint on the outside to powerful, but smooth driving on the road.

The 4Matic is Mercedes-speak for fourwheel drive, signaling a sophisticated system that adapts traction to any wheel that needs it. The wild card is the lower-case “e” in the 350e designation. That indicates that this new for 2025 model is a plug-in hybrid, capable of delivering 54 miles of all-electric driving when fully charged. That enables daily driving on electricity, but the 350e is also the first plug-in hybrid I’ve experienced that is also capable of accepting DC fast-charging, meaning shorter charging layovers.

Where does this GLC fit?

Locating the GLC 350e in the pantheon of Mercedes vehicles is a little daunting, but there is some logic. The “GL” indicates it is an SUV and the “C” means it’s a compact model (C for C-Class, a fairly broad size designation, not compact; B-Class is also a compact).

Among GLCs, the 350e is in the middle. Two GLC 300s are less expensive, starting at about $50,000. They feature a less-powerful version of the same 2.0-liter 4-cylinder. Above the 350e are two AMG models, which have a big boost in price that comes with a significantly more powerful engine and tuned suspension.

The 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 350e starts at $61,050 with destination and delivery charges. Our test version had more than $10,000 of options, including that beautiful red paintjob ($1,750), some AMG appearance pieces, including 20-inch tires and special wheels.

The Driver Assistance package ($1,950) has 15 different technology upgrades, including the advanced cruise control, blind spot assist and active brake assist. I’d recommend adding that package if you have the opportunity as the technology boosts the safety quotient of the car in a very positive way.

This version of the GLC has its turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine tuned to 313 horsepower (counting a boost from the electric motor) and a substantial 406 pound-feet of torque. A nine-speed transmission, which includes three overdrives, directs the power to the wheels. All-wheel drive is standard.

It seems highly unlikely this $73,450 machine would see any serious off-road activity, but it does have the chops to do it if you’re so inclined. The power is

delivered evenly and on demand as you might expect in a luxury car. Be aware, though, if you’re not charging it up, the heavy GLC will only deliver about 25 mpg around town.

Before the prices scare you away, check out the deals at the local dealers. The lease offers can bring the luxurious 350e and other GLC models into the realm of affordability.

The Mercedes touch

Mercedes knows luxury. They’ve been doing it for well over a century. The compact GLC 350e SUV is only the latest iteration. In some ways it is edging toward

that true luxury that is a bespoke vehicle where all of the details are customized to the owner’s taste. The 350e offers 11 color choices and six different wheel options. The interior cabin lighting offers 64 colors to choose from to fit your mood. You can design a custom drive mode that creates throttle response and suspension settings to your taste.

Of course, you can move up to the $87,000 AMG GLC 63 S E if you want a little more exclusivity along with your customization. Mercedes wants you to know, if you’ve chosen to enter the fold of the brand, they can get you what you want.ed.

SHAPE OF LUXURY The GLC’s shape shows aero influences.

Michael Coates

WHEEL POWER The 4-cylinder engine packs plenty of power. Michael Coates

SLEEK RIDE Air vents can be manually adjusted.

Tales and myths of the centipede

By Pat Kite

Most people don’t like centipedes. Eek! But unless they sneak into your house, these tiny creepy-crawlies usually hide outdoors under rocks, staying concealed in dirt.

Some centipede names include Amazonian giant, giant desert and tiger centipede. Their size ranges from one inch to 12-inches long. The littlest are the indoor ones people find in damp areas, such as bathrooms. Centipedes, being predators, rely on other insects for food, so keeping your home clean and free of clutter will reduce their food supply and hiding places.

Centipedes thrive in damp environments, so fix any leaks, ensure proper ventilation and consider using a dehumidifier. If you have other pests like cockroaches or silverfish, address those issues as centipedes will be attracted to their presence. Should you espy a centipede, think positive. They represent healing, long life and good fortune. But in folklore, they can give rise to many stories. In Navajo lore, there were once giant centipedes roaming the earth. These lived within ancient land monsters. When the long-ago monsters neared a victim, the centipedes jumped out and latched on. So in this Navajo tale, they were bad.

In long ago Asian tales, the centipede was also powerful. Its job is cleaning any poisons or toxics from the body. Moving on to Ireland, centipedes among other crawlers are death warnings. They can be called part of the Banshee cry.

Dashing back to ancient Egypt, the centipede was called the god Sepa. The logic behind that? Centipedes aided in the disappearance of dead bodies. Yes, by eating them. So, to the ancient Egyptians, they came to be thought of as protectors of the dead. Centipedes can be omens of your future. In Korea, a centipede in your home foretells wealth coming. Squashing a centipede foretells wealth leaving.

Here’s a story. There was once a poor old man who wanted to begin climbing the long pathway to eternal heaven. On this journey, he meets an old woman who asks him to stay with her. He does for a while, but then began to miss his family. After several complaints, the old woman agrees he can leave, but tells him to ignore any pleas he hears on the way. He tries, but ends up listening to pleas from a snake. Oops. The snake orders the old man to kill the centipede, telling him that the centipede is an evil ancestor. The old man is tempted, but mindful of the old woman’s warning, does not harm the centipede. This old woman is really a centipede in disguise. So she is able to continue her pathway to heaven.

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CREEPY-CRAWLIES Although centipedes give many people goosebumps, they are a symbol of healing, long life and good fortune.

Love makes the world go ’round!

● Flash Fiction entry deadline is April 14

Submitted by Arathi Satish

There’s still time to enter Fremont Cultural Arts Council’s (FCAC) spring Flash Fiction contest, with the theme “Love makes the world go ’round.”

Al Minard, board member of FCAC, said, “Love may be strong enough to make the world turn, but it is up to you, the writers, to tell us about it.”

Local people will share their thoughts on love at Half Price Books at the Fremont Hub on Saturday, April 19. The contest is co-sponsored by Fremont Cultural Arts Council along with Half Price Books, Fremont Creates, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Infinity Care LLC and Jack’s Brewing Company as part of the Fremont Creates celebration of Arts, Culture and Creativity month in Fremont.

“Flash Fiction is an exciting event where people can express their feelings, real or imaginary, through stories with the theme we have selected,” said Connie Chew, president of FCAC. “I encourage all to participate by submitting a story or voting for their favorite story.”

The contest is open to anyone of any age. Winners are determined by anonymous votes cast by people who come to Half-Price Books on the day of the contest. Stories of love (300 words or less including the title, printed on a single sheet of paper) will be posted on the columns inside of Half-Price Books so people can choose their five favorites. There

RUNNING FOR FUNDS New Haven Unified fundraiser brings exercise and fun to one place.

will also be binders of the submissions for those who have difficulty reading off the columns. Writers’ names will be omitted so everyone will judge based on content.

Ballots will be available at the Flash Fiction Contest table; voting closes at 5pm. The winners will be announced around 5:30pm and the details will be posted on the FCAC website the following week. It’s not mandatory that the contestants be present to win, but they’re definitely encouraged to be there in person to mingle with other writers and collect their prizes.

Each writer is allowed to submit three entries that do not contain plagiarism or which would be offensive to the general reader. There will be five cash and gift card awards. Infinity Care LLC, an organization that provides caring heart and quality service, will be participating by helping to conduct the event and provide refreshments.

Flash Fiction Writing Contest

Saturday, April 19

10am - 5pm

Half Price Books

39152 Fremont Hub, Fremont fremontculturalartscouncil.org

Deadline to enter: Monday, April 14

New Haven Unified’s 5K Fun Run/Walk returns

● Early bird registration is open until April 12

Submitted by Jeri Johnstone

The New Haven Schools Foundation (NHSF) 5K Fun Run/Walk is back! The community fundraiser and celebration of education kicks off on April 26 at 8am. The event includes a timed 5K race with age-group medals, School Spirit Trophy for the most creative costumes from New Haven Unified School District school groups, kid races and a special 100-meter race for disabled athletes sponsored by Mission Valley Track and Field.

After the race, the fun continues with New Haven Day, an all-day festival showcasing all 12 NHUSD schools, featuring student performances, activities and community fun.

“Last year, we saw a record-breaking 250+ runners and walkers—proof that this event continues to grow in excitement and impact,” said John Shockley, president of NHSF. “We’re thrilled to bring the community together once again to raise vital funds for our schools while having a great time.”

Early bird registration is now open with a $5 discount off admission until April 12. For this limited time, adult

tickets are $25 and student registration is only $10, which guarantees an event t-shirt and goody bag. Kids under six participate for free.

Tickets for students with disabilities should be reserved through Mission Valley Track and Field. Contact Lee Webb at lwebb@nhusd.k12.ca.us. runsignup.com/Race/CA/UnionCity/ NewHavenFunRun

New Haven Schools Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk

Saturday, April 26 8am

James Logan High School Track

1800 H St., Union City runsignup.com/Race/CA/UnionCity/ NewHavenFunRun

Early bird deadline: Saturday, April 12

Eric Donato

CAST YOUR VOTE Half-Price Books shoppers on April 19 will be able to read and vote on community Flash Fiction stories.

Courtesy of Arathi Satish

We’re Hiring! Join our Team

Do you want to be part of something bigger than yourself and grow your career along the way?

The City of Fremont is searching for candidates who are passionate and dedicated about serving their local neighborhoods and committed to working through complex issues to improve our community.

The City offers a comprehensive benefits package, including a CalPERS Retirement Pension plan, general and holiday leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life, and long/

short-term disability insurance. Our Police Department offers other perks including a 4x4 schedule for a better work-life balance, and educational pay incentives.

We’re hiring for various roles across our departments, including Accounting, Animal Services, Maintenance Operations, Human Resources, and our Police Department!

Learn more at fremont.gov/cityjobs and jobs.fremontpolice.gov.

City of Fremont Budget: Public Engagement Opportunities

Fremont residents actively shape the City’s budget planning process by participating on Council-appointed boards and commissions, attending budget presentations and public hearings, and sharing feedback directly with City staff.

At the May 13, 2025, City Council Meeting, City staff will present the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Proposed Operating Budget to the Council. This will be followed by public hearings and budget adoption by the Council on June 3 and June 10. All Council meetings are

televised on the local cable access channel (Channel 27), streamed online at city.fremont.gov/webcasts, or available to attend in person at City Hall, located at 3300 Capitol Ave.

Mark Your Calendar:

•May 13: Proposed Budget Presentation to City Council

•June 3 & 10: Public Hearings and Budget Adoption by City Council

BY GEORGIA NICOLS www.georgianicols.com.

All Signs: Good news! This week marks the end of a series of retrogrades that have been creating frustrations and delays since the beginning of the year. We will start to feel that life is “all systems go” because Mercury and Venus turn direct this week—and next week, Mars returns to Leo, the sign it was in when it went retrograde in the first week of December 2025. By mid-month, we’ll be cooking on all six burners. Start making plans about what you want to accomplish for the rest of the year.

Aries the Ram (March 21-April 20):

You continue to feel empowered this week because the Sun is in your sign, boosting your energy. This occurs only once a year for four weeks, so make the most of it. People and favourable situations are attracted to you more than usual. You might explore a new opportunity or make a deal to your advantage. You’re at the end of a time where you’ve been letting go of what’s no longer relevant. The last time this occurred was from 1994-1996. This window began in 2023 and it will be over in June of this year.

Taurus the Bull (April 21-May 20):

Continue to play things low-key because your personal year is coming to an end, while your new year will not begin until your birthday. Therefore, you’re in limbo. That makes this an excellent time to think about what you want for your new year ahead. By next week, when Mars moves forward in your House of Communications, you will be enthusiastic about future plans. Meanwhile, interactions with younger, artistic people will delight. Relations with those who are close to you are so cozy, a friendship might turn romantic.

Gemini the Twins (May 21-June 20):

This is a sociable week. For starters, the Sun is in your House of Friendships, which turns your attention toward friends and groups. You’ll find it easy to cooperate with others. Meanwhile this week, both Mercury and Venus

TRI-CITY STARGAZER

move forward at the top of your chart, promoting your relations with parents, bosses, teachers and the police. People see you in favourable terms and likewise, you’re happy to see others. (For some of you, a relationship with a boss or an authority figure could become romantic.)

Cancer the Crab (June 21-July 21):

You look great in the eyes of others with the Sun at the top of your chart casting you in a flattering spotlight. You can’t lose! It’s magic! This oncea-year phenomena is working for you right now so you might as well use it to your advantage. (Gone in a few weeks.) Meanwhile, this week both Mercury and Venus will move forward in a part of your chart that encourages you to travel and explore opportunities in publishing and the media. These areas might open up for you in a magical way.

Leo the Lion (July 22-August 22):

This is a tricky time. In December, Mars was in your sign, then it went retrograde and slipped back into Cancer in your 12th House. This journey of Mars in that particular House can be frustrating. You might not get credit for what you’re doing. You feel irritable with others. You might also create the wrong impression and undermine your position. (Unusual for you.) The good news is this is over in a few weeks. Meanwhile, gifts and favors will come your way now financial delays are a thing of the past.

Virgo the Virgin (August 23-September 22):

Both Mercury and Venus have been sitting opposite your sign, and both of them have been retrograde. This influence has not helped your closest relationships and partnerships. The good news is that as of this week, they both start to move forward, which will bring a happier tone to your relations with those closest to you. Irritations are now behind you. You’ll express your affection more easily and make your feelings clear to your partner. Having said that, fiery Mars will continue to make you competitive in sports and teamwork.

Libra the Scales (September 23-October 22):

Remember to get more rest because you need it. This need for more sleep will be gone in a few weeks. Nevertheless, your ambition is strong and you’re accomplishing a lot. Be encouraged to know that everything related to your health and job will get a marvelous thumbs-up from the universe this week. Mistakes, delays and self-doubt (especially related to your work) will be a thing of the past. This will give you a lift even if you still need to grab some cat naps.

Scorpio the Scorpion (October 23-November 21):

You are still in work mode, which means you’re getting a lot done. You might also

be more health conscious than usual. The good news is that romance, relations with your kids and everything to do with the arts, socializing with friends, and appreciating the theatre and the entertainment world will get a huge boost of energy! This means that even though you will continue to work hard, you will give yourself time off for good behavior.

Sagittarius the Archer (November 22-December 21):

This week continues to be playful. Accept invitations to party and socialize. Sports events, fun outings, children’s activities and anything related to the arts and the entertainment world will be excellent choices. However, you’re also in touch with your own creative talents. You don’t have to be a professional. Meanwhile, Mercury retrograde might have attracted relatives to camp on your sofa? Starting this week, they will leave. Redecorate and tackle repairs.

Capricorn the Goat (December 22-January 19):

Home and family have always been important to you. Right now, many of you are involved with family situations. Fortunately, you also have a chance to relax at home. This week the good news is that because Mercury retrograde is ending, transportation delays and misunderstandings will reduce for your sign. You will feel more confident. Communication with others will be easier and happier. Not only that, you’ll appreciate the beauty of your everyday surroundings.

Aquarius the Water Bearer (January 20-February 18):

Your fast-pace continues. But the good news is that this week two planets that have been retrograde in your Money House will now turn direct, and then slowly begin moving forward again relative to planet Earth. (In reality, the planets in the sky are always moving forward.) This means you can celebrate the fact that financial delays will be reduced. You might even attract money, gifts and goodies from others. Very likely, you will also spend money on art and beautiful things for yourself and loved ones.

Pisces the Fish (February 19-March 20):

Life has been frustrating lately because both Mercury and Venus have been retrograde in your sign. This has created all kinds of mishaps, delays, misplaced items and confused communications. The good news is that this week, both Mercury and Venus retrograde will be over! Your ability to function efficiently will be restored. Your communications will be enhanced, along with your charm and diplomacy. In fact, your ability to persuade and convince others will be remarkable because you will put a lot of yourself into what you say.

Fremont Creates nalizes April events

● Art activities encompass local bookstores and art studios and a Grand Finale

Submitted by Phyllis Wood

April is buzzing with opportunities to experience the arts! Check out Banter Bookshop, which is showcasing local Fremont authors in the store and also displaying artwork by local artist Eva Demel.

Visit the Fremont Library to enjoy the Imaginook Kids Art Exhibit and the Juried Photography Show sponsored by Fremont Cultural Arts Council.

Take an art class, attend the Music for Minors II Got Talent Concert, and enjoy Fremont Open Studios the weekend of April 12.

The performance schedule and Makerspace participants for the Grand Finale on April 27, have been nalized and truly represent the diversity of Fremont.

Fremont Creates is brought to the community strictly by volunteers. A Steering Committee of five— Julie Gilson, Susan Longini, Janine Pitta, Lisa Stambaugh and Phyllis Wood— does all of the fundraising, soliciting of participants for activities throughout the month of April and for the Grand Finale, publicity, recruiting volunteers and more.

They are looking for volunteers to help on April 27 with the Grand Finale. Sign up at FremontCreates.com to help and receive a commemorative t-shirt on the day of the event. Students can earn up to four hours of service time—they will need to bring a signo sheet.

Spring into writing

● April Zoom write-in is the chance for aspiring writers to explore their style

Submitted by Tish Davidson

April is an outstanding month for writers. April 18 is National Poem in Your Pocket Day, April 23 is Talk Like Shakespeare Day and April 27 is National Tell a Story Day. The Fremont Area Writers Zoom Social Write-In is on April 12, when participants use prompts to write a poem or story in a completely nonjudgmental environment.

At the write-in, the computer randomly assigns four writers to each Zoom room. Writers are given several word or photo prompts. Writers can choose one and write whatever comes to mind for 10 minutes. When time is up, each person in the room will read their response. Because the writing time is short, there’s no expectation that the result will be polished or even complete.

Following the readings there will be time to get to know fellow writers. Writers then are reassigned to a different Zoom room with new people and a new writing challenge. Then stories are again shared.

The write-in is sponsored by Fremont Area Writers (FAW), one of 21 branches of the California Writers Club. In addition to the write-in, FAW meets on Zoom 2–4 pm on the fourth Saturday of each month to hear a speaker discuss some aspect of writing or publishing.

The speaker for the April 26 meeting is Robert Dean Johnson, director of Bluegrass Writers Studio Low-Residence MFA program and professor of English at Eastern Kentucky University. He will speak and give examples of writing dialog that defines characters and keeps the story moving.

To join the write-in or the general meeting, those interested can request the Zoom meeting link from Scott Davidson at scottfrombayside@ yahoo.com. All Fremont Area Writers Zoom meetings are free, and participants do not need to live in Fremont to attend. More information is available at cwc-fremontareawriters.org

Free Zoom Write-In

Saturday, April 12

2-3:30 pm

Free General Meeting

Saturday, April 26

2-4pm

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ACTIVITIES&EVENTS

Bilingual Citizenship Small Group Tutoring: Tailed for learners with low literacy levels, this program focuses on the English portion of the Naturalization test. Hayward Public Library, 27300 Patrick Avenue. 10:30-11:30am, hayward.librarycalendar.com,

Free breakfast: Enjoy a free breakfast from Bay Area Community Services. BACS Hedco Wellness Center, 590 B St #5004. 9-9:30am, bayareacs.org.

THU APRIL 10

BACS: Emergency Housing Help: Bay Area Community Services help with housing questions. Hayward Public Library, 27300 Patrick Avenue. 1-3pm, hayward.librarycalendar.com.

Cafe Dad: Fathers and father figures learn about various topics and resources focused on fatherhood. Dinner, Spanish interpretation and childcare for school-aged children will be available. HUB HUSD Parent Resource Center, 24823 Soto Rd. 6-7:30pm, husd.us.

Dine and Draw Meetup: Dine and Draw meetup in the East Bay. Grab your art supplies and join us at Rayo’s Pizza in Hayward. Great food and company. Rayo’s Pizza, 32681 Mission Boulevard. 6-9pm, eventbrite.com

John Rybak and Friends: Free acoustic roots + blues with John Rybak + Friends. The Bistro, 1001 B St. 7-9:30pm, Free. facebook.com.

Legal and Health Insights: Learn how to reduce your risk of heart disease and build a happier heart. Hayward Public Library, 27300 Patrick Avenue. 2-4pm, hayward.librarycalendar.com.

FRI APRIL 11

Free breakfast: Enjoy a free breakfast from Bay Area Community Services. BACS Hedco Wellness Center, 590 B St #5004. 9-9:30am, bayareacs.org.

Free dinner: Enjoy free dinner from Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Our Lady of the Rosary Church, 703 C St. 6-7pm, Free. olrchurch.org.

Healthy Aging Summit: Learn about the importance of preventative services, how living a healthy lifestyle improves care for your loved one, science of healthy aging and engaging with MD’s and clinicians. Dominican Sister of Mission San Jose, 43326 Mission Circle. 9:30am-4pm, 510.574.2035.

Mobile Health Clinic: Medical and Dental: Free, friendly medical services for people without housing. First come, first served. No appointment required. Visit the van parked in front of the library on Mission Blvd. between the City Center Garage and C Street. Mobile Health Clinic: Medical and Dental, Hayward City Hall parking garage. 10am3:30pm hayward.librarycalendar.com, 510.583.2119.

SAT APRIL 12

Dine with a Scientist: Come join us for a unique opportunity to have a meal with a real-life scientist and pick their brain about all things science! Irvington High School, 41800 Blacow Road. 6-9pm, eventbrite.com.

Hayward Farmers Market: The Hayward Market features over 35 farmers, food purveyors and artisans selling locally grown and organic produce, crafts, jewelry and more. Come out rain or shine. Hayward Farmers Market, 777 B St. 9am-1pm hayward.librarycalendar.com.

Ohlone College Flea Market: Ohlone College Flea Market, Second Saturday of every month. We provide an event to support small businesses, garage sellers and community connections. Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd. 9am-2pm Free. ohlone.edu, 510.659.6285.

Scenic Train Rides Through Niles Canyon: The Niles Canyon Railway is thrilled to be back for 2025 with a new set of scenic train rides on the second and third weekends of March through October. Details and tickets at ncry.org Niles Canyon Railway, 6 Kilkare Rd. 10:30am $15 - $30. ncry.org, 510.996.8420.

Spring Bicycle & Auto Swap Meet: Spring Swap meet buy, sell, swap and trade. Larry Orozco Teen Workshop, 33623 Mission Blvd.,. Free. unioncity.org,

Spring Egg Hunt: Activities for children aged 1-10 include an egg hunt, games, a photo booth, a live DJ, and more. Be sure to purchase your tickets by April 11. Don’t forget to bring your baskets! Old Alvarado/Cesar Chavez Park, 3871 Smith Street. 8am-1pm unioncity.org.

Tri-City Open Studios: As a self-guided tour, our event offers art enthusiasts and curious visitors alike the opportunity to explore the creative spaces of talented artists in our community. Fremont Art Association, 37697 Niles Blvd. 11am-6pm $35 fremontopenstudios.com.

The Vagina Monologues: The Vagina Monologues: take a stand against violence towards women and girls. NUMMI Studio Theatre, Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd., 7-8:30pm, $30. save-dv.org, 510.200.8660.

SUN APRIL 13

Fun SQ sax ensemble: Great Saxophone quintet playing rock and pop arrangements from Beatles to Game of Thrones. The Bistro, 1001 B St. 12-2pm, the-bistro.com.

Pacific Commons Annual Easter Celebration: This free, family-friendly event offers a variety of activities and entertainment for everyone to enjoy. The highlight of the celebration is the Easter Bunny encounter along with fun activities like face painting, balloon artistry, cotton candy, Easter crafts, and goodie bags (while supplies last). Pacific Commons, 43440 Boscell Road. 3-5pm, Free. pacificcommons.com, 925.332.0346.

Rangotsav - America’s Biggest Holi Color Fest: Bay Area, are you ready for the most EPIC BLOCK PARTY of the year? Hrithik Roshan and the Mika Singh are coming to Rangotsav 2025 for an unforgettable festival of colors, music and magic. NewPark, 2086 Newpark Mall Road. 12-8pm, eventbrite.com.

The Vagina Monologues: The Vagina Monologues: take a stand against violence towards women and girls. NUMMI Studio Theatre, Ohlone College, 43600 Mission Blvd. 2:30-4pm, $30. save-dv.org, 510.200.8660.

MON APRIL 14

English Conversation Circle- IN PERSON: Strengthen conversational skills, while building confidence and community with other adults whose native language is not English. Hayward Library, 835 C Street. 4:30-5:30pm, hayward.librarycalendar.com, 510.293.8685, 510.583.8557.

Free breakfast: Enjoy a free breakfast from Bay Area Community Services. BACS Hedco Wellness Center, 590 B St #5004. 9-9:30am, bayareacs.org.

Grocery giveaway: Food access is vital for maintaining a healthy community by providing essential nutrients, improving cognitive performance and fostering healthy eating habits. All Saints Catholic Church, 22824 2nd St. 6:30-8pm, 211alamedacounty.org

TUE APRIL 15

Free breakfast: Enjoy a free breakfast from Bay Area Community Services. BACS Hedco Wellness Center, 590 B St #5004. 9-9:30am, bayareacs.org.

Free breakfast: First United Methodist Church offers free breakfast with bag lunch. First United Methodist Church, 1183 B St. 8-9am, haywardfumc.org.

Teen Center Homework Support: In-person homework help from a trained tutor specifically for teens. Hayward Public Library, 27300 Patrick Avenue. 5-6:45pm, hayward.librarycalendar.com, 510.293.8685.

Tri-City Open Studios kicks off second and fourth weekends in April

● Local artists around the Tri-City Area invite the public into their studios ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Submitted by Mary Bobik

Fremont Art Association (FAA) joins Fremont Creates during April 2025 in celebrating Arts, Culture and Creativity Month. As part of this event, Tri-City Open Studios will feature artwork from talented artists throughout the Tri-City area and invite art lovers to visit the artists in their studios. The event will take place over the weekend of April 12 and 13, and again on Saturday, April 26.

For artists who’d like to show and sell their art in Fremont, Newark and Union City, there’s still time to

jump on board. See participation details and a dynamic map at fremontopenstudios.com.

Tri-City Open Studios

April 12, 13 and 26 11am - 6pm

fremontopenstudios.com

Free to the public

Tri-City Open Studios

Free to Attend

April 12, 13 and 26 | 11am – 6pm

OPEN TO ALL ARTISTS in Fremont, Newark & Union City

$35 participation fee for all 3 days

Questions?

Go to: info@fremontopenstudios.com OR president@fremontartassociation.org

To sign up to sell and to see our Dynamic Map: fremontopenstudios.com

Sponsored by Fremont Art Association & Fremont Creates

LOCAL ARTS The tour is a chance to explore the spaces of talented artists in the community.

‘When the Music is Over’ by Tetiana Teganska

Fire in downtown Fremont kills one and injures three

● Fremont Fire Department investigating origin

By staff

As of Monday afternoon, April 7, Fremont Fire Department is still investigating the cause of an apartment fire that broke out early the previous Sunday morning, killing one person, injuring three and displacing all the residents of a 30-unit building on Bidwell Drive. The neighborhood is between Fremont Hub and Central Park.

Of the injured, two with more serious injuries remain in the hospital, while one with minor injuries has been discharged.

Although the incident quickly escalated into a two-alarm fire, requiring seven engines and 31 Fremont Fire personnel total, the fire department brought the fire under control at 3:40am a little less than an hour after they received the call at 2:53am.

Due to obstructions in the apartment building’s parking lot, firefighters had difficulty placing the 35-foot ladder to help residents who were stranded on balconies trying to escape the fire. Sadly, two people fell to the ground before the ladder was in place—possibly in an attempt to jump to a lower balcony.

Prior to this incident, the most recent fire-related fatality in Fremont was on Oct. 14, 2024, when a vehicle crashed into a mixed-use building on Old Warm Springs Boulevard and caught on fire. The driver was pronounced dead at the scene. Fremont Police Department is helping with the investigation, and American Red Cross is providing resources to the displaced residents. Falck Ambulance, PG&E, and the fire department’s rehab team also provided assistance at the scene.

Park District names Senator Tim Grayson recipient of Radke Championing Advocacy Award

● Grayson’s work includes securing funding and authoring Park District-sponsored legislation

Submitted by Jordan Traverso, Public Affairs Division Lead

The East Bay Regional Park District recognized state Senator Tim Grayson early in April 2025 with the 2024 Radke Championing Advocacy Award. Senator Grayson accepted this award at a ceremony at Thurgood Marshall Regional Park—Home of the Port Chicago 50, near the site of the proposed first public access location for the park in Concord.

The award honors Grayson’s previous work as a member of the California State Assembly where he championed policies that promote active transportation improvements and minimize wildfire risk; secured $3 million in state funding for development of the South of Bailey Road Staging Area at Thurgood Marshall Regional Park and authored AB 2091, Park District-sponsored legislation to allow public

access to preexisting paved and natural surface roads and trails. AB 2091 was signed into law by the Governor in 2024 after being approved unanimously by the Legislature.

“Continuing to tell the history at Thurgood Marshall Regional Park— Home of the Port Chicago 50 is of special importance to the Park District,” said East Bay Regional Park District General Manager Sabrina Landreth. “Especially in light of last year’s full exoneration of the Black sailors who were charged with mutiny after the explosion at Port Chicago, the worst home front disaster of World War II.”

Thurgood Marshall Park, along with a planned visitor center, will integrate the human history and recreational opportunities of the site. The $3 million secured by then-Assemblymember Grayson is inspiring the development of the first formal public access to this new regional park. The Access Project seeks

to design and construct the park’s first staging area south of Bailey Road. The site will include visitor use facilities such as ADA all-gender restrooms, bike racks and educational panels to share the park’s history.

“Being a huge fan of East Bay Regional Parks, I am so honored to receive the Radke Award today,” said Senator Tim Grayson. “I look forward to seeing these projects grow and continuing to bring support to the people and parks here as a Senator.”

East Bay Regional Park District gives the annual Radke Championing Advocacy Award to an individual who advances state or federal support for the Park District. It is named for the late Ted Radke, a member of the Park District Board of Directors who, at 36 years of service, was the longest-serving board member in the Park District’s 91-year history. Director Radke established the legislative committee of the Board and was committed to strengthening the Park District’s ties to Sacramento and Washington, D.C.

CHAMPION ADVOCATE State Senator Tim Grayson (Left) accepts the Radke Championing Advocacy Award from Park District Board President John Mercurio (Center) and Park District General Manager Sabrina Landreth (Right).

Courtesy of East Bay Regional Park District

FIRST RESPONDERS Fremont Fire Department responded to a two alarm fire and had the blaze controlled in under an hour.

Courtesy of Fremont Fire Department

Seniors bond over gardening at the Fremont Senior Center Garden Club

● Club blooms with possibility in anticipation of upcoming plant sale

By Callie Yuan

Conversations spark about topics from pruning to watering tips as Fremont Senior Center Garden Club members, carrying the latest plants they’ve grown, walk into the Age Well Center for their monthly meetings. Since starting as a small group of friends in 2005, the organization has bloomed into a club with more than 40 active members.

“It’s [people] from all walks of life who come together,” former vice president and current plant sale co-chair Gloria Gates said. “The commonality is that we all like to get our hands in the dirt and grow plants, share information and have field trips.”

The club will host its annual plant sale at the Age Well Center from 9am to 2pm on May 2. Plant sale co-chairs Gates and Anita Deppner host preliminary meetings to organize volunteers months in advance and work with members to set up the event the day before, labeling and placing tags for the plants.

“The best thing is just getting everybody together, volunteering, working and sharing the whole process,” former vice president Steve Patchin said. “It’s trying to share your knowledge about the plants that are there, and it’s just a fun experience.”

Featuring a variety of plants from annuals and perennials to succulents and vegetables, members grow the flora themselves and offer them for affordable prices. “[The plant sale] has always been something to look forward to,” said Garden Club member Arlene Hoover. “It’s amazing how many plants are brought in by the people that belong to the club.”

Using money earned from the sale, the club supports the Fremont Senior Center’s kitchen through donations. “We always donate…to the Senior Center to give back, because they let us use their room to have our meetings,” said treasurer Pat Barone. The club is currently looking for other organizations and charities to contribute to with their earnings.

The plant sale also serves as a major fundraiser that helps them finance field trips to locations like the Fioli Gardens, Bancroft Gardens and San Francisco Japanese Gardens. “These are things I probably wouldn’t do on my own or by myself, as an elderly senior, but with a group, it’s so much more fun,” said Hoover. “[I especially] enjoy all the friendships with all the different people that we’ve made throughout the years.”

Through the Fremont Senior Center Garden Club, members of the community join together in a shared pursuit— spending time chatting in their club room, visiting local gardens and offering

fresh horticulture advice. “I enjoy the camaraderie and just being able to talk to other people [at the club],” Gates said. “When you have a problem with a certain plant or a certain situation, there are people that you could talk to.”

In addition to the club’s regular meetings, a different member takes charge of organizing speaker events every month. In recent months, they’ve invited speakers ranging from a bonsai artist, who brought in diverse species of bonsai trees, to a worker from Dale Hardware, who discussed the different machines available for composting.

Discussing the benefits of gardening for the elderly, Gates mentioned the hobby’s ability to keep seniors active both physically and mentally. “There’s so much emphasis on [preventing] Alzheimer’s and keeping our minds functioning and challenged,” Gates said. “The garden club fits right into that … as gardening [keeps] our minds and bodies active.”

Plant Sale Friday, May 2

9am - 2pm Age Well Center

40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont

GREEN THUMB Members grow plants for the sale themselves and offer them for affordable prices.

Courtesy of George Crozier

PLANT CRAZE The plant sale offers a variety of flowers, succulents and vegetables.

Courtesy of George Crozier

Birth Marriage

LIFE CORNERSTONES

ROBERT JOHN SCHWARZ JR.

November 18, 1939 – March 24, 2025

Robert John Schwarz Jr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born on November 18, 1939, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Long Beach, California, to Ethel and Robert J. Schwarz. A man of deep devotion to family, service, and community, Bob’s life was defined by his unwavering love for his loved ones and his steadfast work ethic.

Bob was a constant source of love, encouragement, and humor. His family will forever cherish the moments spent listening to his stories, laughing at his jokes, and feeling his unwavering support for their futures. His love for them was truly boundless.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Lesly Schwarz; his daughter, Laura Donaldson; his parents, Ethel and Robert J. Schwarz; his sister, Sandra Hazelhofer and his grandson, Garrett Baca. He is survived by his children Julie Mulhern (Pat), Renee Baca (Daniel), Lori Becker, Steven Schwarz (Sandra), and Amy Taitano (Rob), his 17 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, and 5 siblings and their families. His legacy will live on in the countless lives he touched and the love he gave so freely.

A service will be held at Berge Pappas Smith Chapel of the Angels, 40842 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 12-4pm with a Celebration of Life starting at 1pm.

For an extended version of the obituary, please visit bpschapel.com.

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Resident of San Jose

February 10, 1944 – April 4, 2025

Fremont Memorial Chapel (510) 793-8900

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3723 Peralta Blvd. Fremont www.fremontmemorialchapel.com

Albert A. Groat, DDS

Resident of Fremont April 7, 1933 – April 5, 2025

Jing Li Yu

Resident of Fremont

Jing Li Yu

Resident of Fremont

Anita G. Valdez

January 21, 1961 – May 14, 2024

Shyamalamba Eede

Keith Winner Resident of Newark

March 20, 1954 – May 23,

Keith Winner Resident of Newark March 20, 1954 – May

Resident of Milpitas

August 8, 1937 – April 1, 2025

Martin Hernandez

Ramamurthy Dudyala

Resident of Dublin

January 17, 1949 – March 31, 2025

Resident of Hayward

January 12, 1968 – May 23,

Martin Hernandez Resident of Hayward January 12, 1968 – May

Kanta Khiatani

Resident of San Jose

Jeannette Frary

October 15, 1944 – March 31, 2025

Jeannette Frary

Resident of Fremont

Jennifer Kendall

July 5, 1941 – May 22, 2024

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Newark June 9, 1934 – April 5, 2025

January 21, 1961 – May 14, 2024

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Lisa Ann Jarman

Lillian Valentin

Resident of Fremont

July 5, 1941 – May 22,

September 25, 1958 – March 30, 2025

Kumar Banerjea

Lynn Pinarcik

Lillian Valentin

Resident of Fremont April 12, 1970 – April 2, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Loi Huu Le

February 27, 1962 – May 11, 2024

Resident of Stockton

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

February 27, 1962 – May 11, 2024

November 1, 1923 – April 2, 2025

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Carlos Perez De Leon

Resident of Fremont

Kumar Banerjea

Resident of Mt. View

August 28, 1948 – March 30, 2025

July 31,1930 – May 22, 2024

Resident of Mt. View July 31,1930 – May 22,

Manoj Kumar

Resident of Santa Clara

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

June 1, 1975 – March 29, 2025

Ruth Ferretti Fonseca

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Union City

Laura Kooy Resident of Fremont July 6, 1962 – March 26, 2025

Carlos Perez De Leon

Bargavi Narayanaswamy

August 15, 1952 – May 21,

Resident of San Jose

August 15, 1952 – May

November 4, 1933 – May 11, 2024

Resident of Union City

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

William “Bill” Abraham Resident of Fremont

February 24, 1936 – March 25, 2025

November 4, 1933 – May 11, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

October 17, 1937 – March 26, 2025

Pearl Lin

Saroj Verma

Resident of Fremont

Saroj Verma

Rose F. Lorenson

John P. Duarte

Resident of Fremont

December 18, 1923 – March 24, 2025

Resident of India September 3, 1938 – May 21,

Resident of India

September 3, 1938 – May

September 1, 1947 – March 19, 2025

John P. Duarte

Mahesh Malavai Vasu

Resident of Fremont

April 7, 1945 – May 6, 2024

Resident of Sunnyvale

Annette Fagundes

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

April 7, 1945 – May 6, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

LaVerne Madeline Orocchi Resident of Fremont March 14, 1933 – March 19, 2025

Cesar A. Silva

Resident of Hayward

May 26, 1977 – March 24, 2025

Annette Fagundes

Resident of Fremont April 4, 1951 – May 20, 2024

Robert Schwarz Jr. Resident of Newark

November 18, 1939 – March 24, 2025

Resident of Fremont April 4, 1951 – May 20,

Cesar A. Silva

August 7, 1956 – May 6, 2024

Maria Alice Vargas Resident of Newark November 1, 1934 – March 16, 2025

Resident of Hayward

Govinda Rao Degala

Vipin Naik

Resident of India

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

August 7, 1956 – May 6, 2024 Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Franklin Tao Resident of Union City May 16, 1932 – March 20, 2025

Estrellita T. Garcia

Resident of San Jose

Govinda Rao Degala

February 1, 1958 – May 17,

October 8, 1946 – March 24, 2025

Resident of India February 1, 1958 – May

Resident of Fremont

Estrellita T. Garcia

Eugene M. Havens Resident of Fairfield

December 8, 1944 – May 5, 2024

December 14, 1930 – March 15, 2025

Carmen Tom Resident of Oakland

Ngoc Nguyen

July 17, 1935 – March 24, 2025

Resident of Cupertino

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Fremont

Kenneth Peterson

November 16, 1936 – May 17,

Juan C. Gomez

December 8, 1944 – May 5, 2024

Resident of Fremont

Andres Millan Ylarde

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Fremont June 22, 1931 – March 17, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Grace Cook McOmber

April 2, 1934 – March 23, 2025

Ngoc Nguyen Resident of Cupertino November 16, 1936 – May

Victor Palmberg

Chhandita Bhattacharjee

Resident of Fremont

Resident of Livermore

February 4, 1926 – May 4, 2024

Andres Millan Ylarde

Resident of Foster City

November 30, 1923 – March 11, 2025

Resident of Fremont

Fremont Memorial Chapel

February 4, 1926 – May 4, 2024

Emily Thomas Resident of Fremont

August 12, 1974 – March 13, 2025

Fremont Memorial Chapel

Carla Lee Miller

Resident of Newark

Alisa Monique Terrazas

Carla Lee Miller

September 11, 1971 – May 1, 2024

Resident of Fremont September 15, 1966 – March 12, 2025

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Resident of Newark

September 11, 1971 – May 1, 2024

Fremont Chapel of the Roses

Pero “Pete” Bagoje

Resident of Fremont

May 1, 1943 – April 28, 2024

Pero “Pete” Bagoje

October 13, 1926 – May 16,

Victor Palmberg

October 22, 1947 – March 22, 2025

Bama Jegatheesan

Thomas Handley

Resident of Fremont October 13, 1926 – May

Resident of Sunnyvale

February 12, 1953 – March 22, 2025

Resident of Fremont

March 17, 1952 – May 16,

Edward Stoermer

Thomas Handley

Resident of Fremont

February 24, 1934 – March 21, 2025

Resident of Fremont March 17, 1952 – May

Yvonne Bemore

Resident of Rodeo June 20, 1957 – May 16, 2024

Yvonne Bemore

Resident of Rodeo

Jose Silva

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SUBS AND SUPPLIERS FOR:

Union Sanitary District (“USD”) Enhanced Treatment & Site Upgrades Program, Phase 1B District Project No. 800-557

REVISED BID DATE: April 30th, 2025 at 2:00 PM

California State Revolving Fund Programs, Clean Water & Drinking Water SRF (CASRF/CWSRF/DWSRF) and WIFIA Funded Project with DBE Requirements, Participation is Encouraged CA Water Board/EPA DBE Participation Forms Required from Certified Subs/Suppliers

We are soliciting quotes for the following Divisions and items of work: For Divisions 01 thru 46, including, but not limited to: CAS/Roadway Signs, Clear & Grub, Erosion Control, Landscaping & Irrigation, AC Paving, Cold Plane AC, CIDH, Rebar, Painting & Coatings, Underground Utilities, Fencing, Metal Railing, Striping, Electrical ( Subs must complete Electrical Prequal forms ), Minor Concrete, Welding, Aggregates (Crushed Stone, Agg Base & Sand), Ready Mix Concrete, Concrete Pumping, Welded Steel Pipe, Underground Pipe Products (Steel/PVC/CPVC/DIP/HDPE), Misc. Metals Iron & Steel, Trucking, HAZ MAT Trucking, SWPP Plan & Materials, Lead Compliance Plan, Geotextile Materials, Underground Precast, St reet Sweeping, Traffic Control, Sheet Pile Installation, Dewatering, Mechanical Equipment (Furnish & Install) , Vibration Monitoring, Asbestos Monitoring, Survey, Quality Control Testing, Temporary Pumping Systems, Shoring & Excavation, Hazardous Materials Remediation, Demolition, Grouting, Epoxy Resin, Concrete Formwork, Concrete Repairs, Joints in Concrete, Masonry, Glass Fiber & Resin Fabrication, Rough Carpentry Damp Proofing, Built Up Bituminous Roofing, Roof Specialties & Accessories, Roof Fall Protection System, Firestopping, Fiberglass Doors & Frames, Translucent Wall Assemblies, Glass & Glazing, Louvers, Polyurethane MIC Coatings, Hardware, Joint Fillers, Sealants & Caulking, Skylight Protection Screen, Louvers, Painting & Coatings, Epoxy MIC Coating Systems, Polyurethane MIC Coatings, Canopies, Steel Laboratory Cabinets & Accessories, Metal Building System, Hydro Pneumatic Bladder Tank, Manual/Electric Actuators, Cathodic Protection System, Plumbing, HVAC, Pipe Supports, Process Piping Valves, Cranes & Hoists, Instrumentation and Controls, Pumps, Polyethylene Storage Tanks, Automatic Refrigerated Samplers, Mixers and Automatic Straining Equipment

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMES

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613086

Fictitious Business Name(s): RAHA CAFE & LOUNGE, 4137 BAY STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): URBAN HEARTH LLC, 4137 BAY STREET, FREMONT, CA 94538

Business conducted by: a limited liability company

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

URBAN HEARTH LLC

S/ NAWSHEEN ZARAR ,

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/11/2025.

NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code).

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22/25

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613404

CNS-3910783#

Registrant(s): EAST BAY UNITED MOTORS LLC, 37525 GLENMOOR DR #7, FREMONT, CA 94536

Business conducted by: A LIMTIED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/24/2025 NOTICE: In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in office of the county clerk, except, as provided in subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration.

The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22/25

CNS-3910782#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 613022

Fictitious Business Name(s): GENETICALLY UNIQUE APPLICANT COUNSELING, 37312 SUNCREST ST, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): KUNYI LI, 37312 SUNCREST ST, NEWARK, CA 94560

Business conducted by: an Individual

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

CNS-3910781#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613346

Fictitious Business Name(s):

MB ADVOCATES, 6418 MOORES AVE., NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

MICHAEL BRAZIL, 6418 MOORES AVE., NEWARK, CA 94560

Business conducted by: an Individual

S/ MICHAEL BRAZIL,

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/21/2025.

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22/25

CNS-3910780#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613007

Fictitious Business Name(s):

MASALA REPUBLIC, 4949 STEVENSON BLVD STE K, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

WOK & CURRY LLC, 4949 STEVENSON BLVD STE K, FREMONT, CA 94538

Business conducted by: a limited liability company

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

WOK & CURRY LLC S/ BALARAJ YADAV ALUPULA , This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/07/2025.

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22/25

CNS-3909589#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613006

Fictitious Business Name(s):

1. LITTLE TREE MONTESSORI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL, 2. LTMIS, 39550 PASEO PADRE PKWY, FREMONT, CA 94538 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): CEDAR TREE EDUCATION, INC., 39550 PASEO PADRE PKWY, FREMONT, CA 94538

Business conducted by: a Corporation

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

CEDAR TREE EDUCATION, INC.

S/ CHAOCHUAN CHEN ,

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/07/2025.

law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22/25

CNS-3909402#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 612960

Fictitious Business Name(s):

ALCORCHANNEL, 34788 PLATT RIVER PL, FREMONT, CA 94555 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): JENNY YUN, 34788 PLATT RIVER PL, FREMONT, CA 94555

Business conducted by: an Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 01/01/2025. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].)

S/ JENNY YUN, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/06/2025.

4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22/25

CNS-3909401#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 612687

Fictitious Business Name(s): NONCLINICAL & SCICOMM CONSULTING, 33413 PONY LOOP, FREMONT, CA 94555 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): JUN SHAO, 33413 PONY LOOP, FREMONT, CA 94555 Business conducted by: an Individual The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) S/ JUN SHAO, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 02/26/2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613174

CNS-3908312#

Fictitious Business Name(s): VIVA LUMIERE WELLNESS, 399 WHEAT GRASS TERRACE, FREMONT, CA 94539, County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): VIVIAN YU, 399 WHEAT GRASS TERRACE, FREMONT, CA 94539, County of ALAMEDA

Business conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars [$1,000].) /s/ VIVIAN YU

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/17/2025

Fictitious Business Name(s):

EAST BAY UNITED MOTORS LLC, 37525 GLENMOOR DR. #7,FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

S/ KUNYI LI, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/07/2025.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613130

CNS-3908309#

TCV@TRICITYVOICE.COM

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on MARCH 1ST, 2025

/s/ PARUL PATEL

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/13/2025

CNS-3907302#

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File No. 610764

The following person(s) has (have) abandoned the use of the Fictitious Business Name(s): The Fictitious Business Name Statement filed on 11/21/2024 in the County of Alameda.

EHSAAS CANDLES, 3312 MORNING VIEW TERRACE, FREMONT, CA 94539, County of: ALAMEDA.

Registered Owner(s): PARUL PATEL, 3312 MORNING VIEW TERRACE, FREMONT, CA 94539, County of: ALAMEDA.

This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to this section that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).

S/ PARUL PATEL

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Alameda County on 03/13/2025. 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15/25

CNS-3907301#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613062

Fictitious Business Name(s):

SUNSHINE DAYDREAMS AWNINGS, 10300 CULL CANYON RD., CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94552, County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): SUNSHINE DAYDREAMS LLC, 10300 CULL CANYON RD., CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94552, County of ALAMEDA Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/11/2025

CNS-3907299#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 612980

Fictitious Business Name(s): SUNSHINE DAYDREAMS LLC, 10300 CULL CANYON RD, CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94552 County of ALAMEDA Registrant(s): SUNSHINE DAYDREAMS LLC, 10300 CULL CANYON RD, CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94552

Business conducted by: a limited liability company

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PUBLI C NOTICES

law (see Section 14411 et seq., Business and Professions Code). 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15/25

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 613190

CNS-3907298#

Fictitious Business Name(s): PAWFECT WAG, 41466 TRENOUNTH ST., FREMONT, CA 94538, County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): YUN LIN, 41466 TRENOUNTH ST., FREMONT, CA 94538

(CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A

/s/ YUN LIU

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/17/2025

CNS-3907296#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 612585

Fictitious Business Name(s):

1. PAINT TOP TIER, 2. TOP TIER BUILDING SERVICES INC, 2867 GROVE WAY, CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94546

County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

TOP TIER BUILDING SERVICES INC, 2867 GROVE WAY, CASTRO VALLEY, CA 94546

Business conducted by: a Corporation

TOP TIER BUILDING SERVICES INC S/ MOHAMMAD TAHMASEBI ,

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 02/20/2025.

CNS-3907295#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 612941

Fictitious Business Name(s):

Z-BAY MOTORS, 38665 FREMONT BLVD #2, FREMONT, CA 94536 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

Z-BAY MOTORS, LLC, 38665 FREMONT BLVD #2, FREMONT, CA 94536 (CALIFORNIA)

Business conducted by: a limited liability company

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

Z-BAY MOTORS, LLC S/ ZENAIDO BERRA LOPEZ

This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/05/2025.

CNS-3905444#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. 612956

Fictitious Business Name(s): BEYOND JUST REPAIRS, LLC, 6210 ESCALONIA DR 6210 ESCALONIA DR, NEWARK, CA 94560 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s):

BEYOND JUST REPAIRS, LLC, 6210 ESCALONIA DR, NEWARK, CA 94560

Business conducted by: a limited liability company

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 10/22/2022.

BEYOND JUST REPAIRS, LLC

S/ PAUL MUSIAL , This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/06/2025.

3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8/25

CNS-3905409#

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

File No. 612989

Fictitious Business Name(s):

ELEVATED CRUMB, 516 STALEY AVE, HAYWARD, CA 94541 County of ALAMEDA

Registrant(s): NATALIA GRIFFIN, 516 STALEY AVE, HAYWARD, CA 94541

Business conducted by: an Individual

The registrant began to transact business using the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A.

S/ NATALIA GRIFFIN, This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Alameda County on 03/07/2025.

CNS-3905407#

GOVERNMENT

INVITATION FOR BIDS

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT Tri-City Volunteers Inc. (TCV) hereby invites sealed bids for Contracts for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) “Project” entitled: Future Proofing the Food Bank 2 Phase 1 Project Bid Package is available from the project manager, Michael E. Mayer, by request at (510) 648-0422 or me414mayer@att.net

RECEIPT OF BIDS AND BID OPENING: Bids must be received at: TCV Inc. located at 37350 Joseph Street, Fremont CA 94536, no later than the Bid Deadline of April 23, 2025 at 11:00am. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud at that same location at 11:01am on April 23, 2025 . The form of the bids shall be in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders

CONTRACT DOCUMENTS : Copies of the Contract Documents are available at TCV Inc., located at 37350 Joseph St., Fremont CA 94536. TCV is open 8am to 3pm, Monday – Thursday. Bidders are encouraged to recycle Contract Documents that are no longer needed.

PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS : The Project is more specifically defined in the Project Bid Package Documents, but generally includes the following work: TCV is seeking the services of a contractor for a project at the TCV Facility located in Fremont. The scope of work will include: ^1. Project high level detail: This project will cover the wall demolition and installation of doors in two locations in the TCV building. BID RELEASE DATE: April 8, 2025

MANDATORY WALKTHROUGH: Walkthroughs can be scheduled with project manager after the bid release at noon, April 8, 2025 QUESTIONS & CLARIFICATIONS DUE: April 18, 2025 12:00 pm TRI-CITY VOLUNTEER RESPONSES: April 21, 2025 12:00 pm BID RECIPET DEADLINE: April 23, 2025 11:00 am BID OPENING: April 23, 2025 11:01 am

MANDATORY

INQUIRIES ADDRESSED TO PROJECT MANAGER : If any bidder has questions regarding this Project, contact:

Project Manager: NAME: Michael E. Mayer, PMP ADDRESS 37350 Joseph St. Fremont CA 94536 PHONE: (510) 648-0422

me414mayer@att.net 4/8/25

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City of Fremont Notice of Request for Information (RFI) Housing Navigation Center Staffing and Operations Para información en español, por favor llame a Leticia Leyva a (510) 574-2072. 若您需要中文的訊息, 請撥510-574-2046與翁于喆聯絡謝謝

The City of Fremont is seeking information from nonprofit social service providers who may be interested in staffing and operating the City’s Housing Navigation Center (HNC) to serve unsheltered residents in Fremont. If your organization has experience providing emergency shelter and navigation services for persons experiencing homelessness and may have the capacity to execute up to a 24-month contract to staff and operate this HNC, with the option for two additional one-year extensions, not to exceed a total of five years. The top 2 submissions will be invited for an oral interview. You can find the Request for Information document posted on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 on the City’s Human Services website at https://www.fremont.gov/government/ departments/human-services.

City staff is always available to discuss service ideas and answer questions about this project. You can also request the RFI information from Robert Lopez, CDBG Administrator, at rlopez@fremont.gov

Please provide the information as soon as possible, and no later than 5:00 p.m. on April 29, 2025, to Robert Lopez, CDBG Administrator, at rlopez@fremont.gov 4/8/25

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Public Notice

Notice is hereby given that the City of Fremont Finance Department is holding unclaimed funds in Accounts Payable and Payroll totaling $18,460.43. Listed are the individual payee and check amounts.

Bennett,Bryce Christian $79.90

MICHAEL PLATE $64.00

Condon Jr.,Richard $71.17

MICHEAL CORDERO $823.50

GEORGE PERLEGOS

MARIA REBIDUE $35.00 MATTIAS HEMBRUCH $259.96

The payee may claim these funds by submitting a written claim to the City of Fremont Finance Department c/o Mario Rosas, Accounts Payable and Purchasing Manager, P.O. Box 5006 Fremont, CA, 94537-5006, NO LATER THAN 5:00 PM ON May 23, 2025. Payee must include; name, address, amount of claim, grounds for claim, and any additional information you feel will benefit in getting the claim resolved. If the City of Fremont does not receive a written claim by May 23, 2025, the funds will become property of the City of Fremont. 4/1, 4/8/25

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TRUSTEE SALES

FILE: PFI-242131 TITLE ORDER NUMBER: P-651476

as Instrument No. 2024149794 of said Official Records, WILL SELL on 04/29/2025 At the Fallon Street emergency exit to the Alameda County Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St., Oakland, CA 94612 at 12:00 PM AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States), all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State hereinafter described: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 37167 MISSION BLVD., FREMONT, CA 94536 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. Total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $238,857.96 In addition to cash, the trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state. In the event tender other than cash is accepted the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the indebtedness secured by said Deed, advances thereunder, with interest as provided therein, and the unpaid principal balance of the Note secured by said Deed with interest thereon as provided in said Note, fees, charges and expenses of the trustee and the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-9390772 or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case PFI242131. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 916-939-0772, or visit this internet website www. nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case PFI-242131 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third,

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you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 03/26/2025 PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., as said Trustee 12190 Herdal Drive, Suite 9 Auburn, California 95603 (530) 888-8411 By: STELLA SHAO, TRUSTEE SALE OFFICER DIRECTIONS MAY BE OBTAINED PURSUANT TO A WRITTEN REQUEST SUBMITTED TO THE BENEFICIARY C/O PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC., 12190 HERDAL DR., SUITE 9, AUBURN, CA 95603, WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE. PLACER FORECLOSURE, INC. IS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NPP0472730 To: TRI-CITY VOICE 04/08/2025, 04/15/2025, 04/22/2025 4/8, 4/15, 4/22/25 CNS-3912939#

T.S. No. 130149-CA APN: 543-0313-111-00 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/8/2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 5/7/2025 at 12:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 10/25/2021 as Instrument No. 2021351474 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Alameda County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: THURMAN LLOYD WHITE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; AT THE FALLON ST. EMERGENCY EXIT OF THE ALAMEDA COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 1225 FALLON ST. , OAKLAND, CA 94612 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 34375 ATTERIDGE COURT, FREMONT, CA 94555 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $1,178,507.45 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior

Plethos Productions expands Stagecraft Camp

● High school students now have the opportunity to perform ‘Into the Woods’ with summer camp expansion

Submitted by AJ Daly

In 2025, Plethos Productions will expand its highly popular Stagecraft Camp: For the first time ever, high school students will have their own experience.

Since its inception in 2017, Plethos Productions has been committed to making performing arts accessible, inclusive

to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (855) 313-3319 or visit this Internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 130149-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 130149-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (855) 3133319 CLEAR RECON CORP 3333 Camino Del Rio South, Suite 225 San Diego, California 92108 4/1, 4/8, 4/15/25

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File No.: 23-12351 APN: 543-321-53 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER NORTHGATE EAST GARDEN HOMES ASSOCIATION, INC. (ASSOCIATION) COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS AND A NOTICE OF DELINQUENT ASSESSMENT (LIEN) DATED 01-15-2024. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On 04-23-2025 at 12:00 PM, At the Fallon Street Emergency Exit of the Alameda County Courthouse located at 1225 Fallon Street, Oakland, CA 94612, ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES (Trustee), 1601 Response Road, Suite 390, Sacramento, CA 95815, (877) 282-4991, under and pursuant to Lien, recorded 01-17-2024 as Instrument 2024009631 Book -Page - - of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of ALAMEDA County, CA, WILL CAUSE TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check/cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale) the property owned by HARSH WAGHELA AND PRITI SACARLAL, situated in said County, describing the land therein: APN: 543-321-53 Any bid that is not cash must be made directly payable to “Allied Trustee Services”. Winning bid checks received not payable directly to Allied Trustee Services (i.e. containing thirdparty endorsements) must be replaced within five business days after the sale. The winning bidder will be contacted at the phone number and/or email address provided for further instructions. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is

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purported to be: 34183 ABERDEEN TERRACE , FREMONT, CA 94555 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to satisfy the sums due under the Lien. The estimated total unpaid balance at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is $15,535.57. THE PROPERTY WILL BE SOLD SUBJECT TO THE 90-DAY POST-SALE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION AS SET FORTH IN CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 5715(B). THE RIGHT OF REDEMPTION BEGINS WHEN THE SALE IS FINALIZED PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA CIVIL CODE SECTION 2924m. Association heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located, and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the Association, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 4777869, or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING. COM for information, using the file number assigned to this case: 23-12351. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an ‘eligible tenant buyer,’ you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an ‘eligible bidder,’ you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (844) 477-7869, or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM for information, using the file number assigned to this case: 23-12351 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an ‘eligible tenant buyer’ or ‘eligible bidder,’ you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. DATE: March 06, 2025 ALLIED TRUSTEE SERVICES, Trustee TANYA HALL, Authorized Signature 4/1, 4/8, 4/15/25

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and community-focused, with Stagecraft Camp being a staple of its mission. Plethos offers a welcoming space for young students not just to learn the fundamentals of theatre, but also build their self-confidence and connect with their peer groups.

Now, with a growing demand for creative outlets for teens, the company is answering the call with an expanded

program tailored specifically for high school-aged participants. Set in the beautiful Heirloom East Bay, a working farm in Hayward, Stagecraft Camp is more than just a theatre program—it’s a unique summer adventure.

Teens will bring fairy-tale characters to life as they rehearse and then publicly perform Stephen Sondheim’s iconic musical Into the Woods. They’ll gain confidence through performance, while also getting to enjoy hands-on activities like feeding goats and collecting farm-fresh eggs between scenes.

Stagecraft Camp is Mon - Fri, June 920 from 10am - 4pm with performances Fri - Sun, June 20 - 22 at 6pm.

Enrollment runs now through May 1. Register at plethos.org

KID ACT Participants of Stagecraft Camp 2024 perform ‘Alice in Wonderland’ at Heirloom East Bay.

Courtesy of Plethos

What to Expect at the Infusion Center

Wednesday, April 9, 5 p.m.

This presentation will walk you through the different therapies offered and what to expect during a visit to the infusion center. Hear about Washington Health’s personalized care.

Advances in Joint Replacement for Younger, More Active Patients

Wednesday, April 23, 5 p.m.

Younger and more active adults are turning to joint replacement to stay mobile and pain free. This seminar will cover the latest advances in joint replacement tailored for active lifestyles, including faster recovery times and long-term durability.

Early Detection and Prevention of Female Cancers

According to a 2018 World Cancer Report, at least one-third of cancers are preventable, including female cancers. View this video to learn about the screening guidelines along with lifestyle changes you can make to decrease your risk of cancer.

Healthy Lifestyles for Kids

Wednesday, May 14 at 5 p.m.

We all want healthy children, but how can we foster active, healthy lifestyles? Dr. Singh is passionate about teaching children healthy habits that are fun and easy to maintain.

Rishika Singh, MD Pediatrics

Oncologist Dr. Matthew Tenold explores the benefits of fasting for cancer prevention and recurrence, and how dietary choices are related to better health.

Colon Cancer: Prevention and Treatment View this video to learn how to reduce the risk of colon cancer, its warning signs, symptoms and the importance of screening.

Embracing care.

Celebrating our Volunteers

Traditionally observed in April, Health Care Volunteer Week was established to recognize and celebrate the efforts of volunteers. It’s a time to honor and thank volunteers for their commitment to patient care and their compassion towards patients, staff, providers, and the community.

This year, the Service League Volunteers of Washington Health will celebrate 70 years of service to our health system. The organization was formed in 1955, three years before we opened our doors as the first hospital in the community.

To this day, whether a high school student volunteering for the first time or a longtime Service League Volunteer who has dedicated years to our health system, volunteers are known as the heart of our organization. Currently, more than 600 active volunteers at Washington Health contribute thousands of hours to a positive experience for patients and their family members. Volunteers serve in many roles including:

• Greeting visitors in the main lobby.

• Helping in the gift shop.

• Delivering warm blankets and snacks to new mothers.

• Updating families on procedures.

• Holding the hand of critically ill patients.

• Introducing patients to a four-legged volunteer.

Please join us in celebrating all Washington Health volunteers.

Tri-City Voice April 8, 2025

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Plethos Productions expands Stagecraft Camp

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