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Hassan Kaziri, owner of the Union 76 gas station, says he may get rid of his full-service pump.
Fill ’er up with some nostalgia LOCAL GAS STATION STILL OFFERS FULL-SERVICE PUMP, FOR NOW By Nick Veronin
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No. 1 at El Monte Union Service, a Union 76 station located at 1010 El Monte Ave., will receive a variety of services, including a tire inspection, fluid inspection and window washing. All that, and station owner Hassan Khaziri, or perhaps his son, who serves as station manager, will refuel the
car — at a cost of about 30 cents more per gallon. “It’s pretty old school, in my opinion,” Khaziri’s son, Amir, said as he sat behind the station’s cash register, “but people like it.” Khaziri said that people who aren’t mechanically inclined See FULL-SERVICE, page 7
Petitioners rally to save Hangar One By Daniel DeBolt
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igning their names and writing notes on a petition, hundreds of people around the country are making it clear that Hangar One is an important piece of history to them, even as it is reduced to a bare skeletal frame in an environmental cleanup. An online version of the petition to U.S. senator Dianne Feinstein
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had 226 signatures as of Wednesday morning. The passion of supporters was made clear in their comments next to their signatures. Many pointed out that restoring the hangar and reusing the 8-acre space inside would create new jobs in the area. “The hangar is a symbol of our will to reach beyond our grasp,” wrote U.S. Navy veteran Clayton Lambert of Palo Alto. “It is an Art
Deco symbol of the birth of Silicon Valley. It is important to keep it, as a big reminder of our ability to realize our dreams ... even if they are bigger than life.” Mountain View resident Julie Lovins comments’ may reflect those who see the removal of the hangar’s siding as “painful.” “Hangar One is both a historic See HANGAR ONE, page 9
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alifornia’s planned highspeed rail line could cost billions more than the state’s initial projections indicated, according to newly released documents from the agency spearheading the project. The California High-Speed Rail Authority released environmental impact reports for two Central Valley segments of the proposed line, which is slated to stretch from San Francisco to Los Angeles and reach speeds of 220 mph as it passes through the middle of the state. The two reports — covering the Fresno-to-Merced and Merced-to-Bakersfield segments, respectively — indicate that the combined cost for the Central Valley section would be at least $10 billion and could be higher than $13 billion. Previous estimates had the price tag for this section of the line at about $7 billion. The revisions should come as no surprise to legislators and critics of the controversial project, for which voters approved a $9 billion bond in 2008. At the time, the project carried an estimated price tag of $33.6 billion. The rail authority in 2009 revised the
projected price tag to $42.6 billion — a figure that local watchdogs and state analysts claimed was still too low. The Palo Alto-based group Californians Advocating Responsible Rail Design (CARRD) released its own projections in February, estimating the price tag at about $65 billion. The group used details from the rail authority’s own plans to come up with the estimate. In May, the state’s nonpartisan Legislative Analyst’s Office issued its own report largely confirming CARRD’s estimate and projecting the cost of the project at about $67 billion. “We knew the costs were in a different ballpark,” said Elizabeth Alexis, co-founder of CARRD. “We wanted the authority to start talking about that ballpark sooner or later. “A project of this size is not in the realm of financial possibilities,” she added. “So you either just say no to the project or you make some changes.” Legislators have also been consistently skeptical about the rail authority’s financial projections and its business plan. Sens. Joe See HSR, page 9
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NECKLACE-SNATCHERS CAUGHT A robbery suspect was arrested on the evening of Aug. 6 after he barricaded himself in the bathroom of an apartment on Latham Street while attempting to escape pursuing officers, a spokeswoman with the Mountain View Police Department said. Two other men were arrested and charged with aiding in the robbery. The victim, a 57-year-old Mountain View woman, was walking in the 500 block of South Rengstorff Avenue at about 4:34 p.m. when a man approached her and ripped her gold necklace from her neck, got into the back of a green Nissan Quest van and drove away, according to Liz Wylie, public information officer for the Mountain View police. The victim called 911 about 10 minutes later, Wylie said. While she was talking to a police officer near the scene of the robbery, a green Nissan Quest van drove by; the van was promptly stopped by police officers near the intersection of Latham Street and Escuela Avenue. The suspected robber bolted from the van. Two other men in the van — Alexander Avalos and Miguel Zamora, both age 19 — stayed put and were arrested
without incident on charges of aiding the robbery, Wylie said. The suspect was chased into an apartment complex at 1970 Latham St., Wylie said. As police searched, some residents of the complex told officers that someone had entered their apartment and locked himself in their bathroom. Antonio Sotelo-Lozano, 18, was located with the help of a police dog and arrested without further incident, Wylie said. The victim’s necklace was found in his shoe and she identified him as the one who had stolen it. Sotelo-Lozano was also identified by a woman who had been robbed of her necklace in a similar fashion on July 30, Wylie said. In that incident, a man approached a 25-year-old woman while she walked on Villa Street, snatched her necklace and got away in a waiting pickup truck. Sotelo-Lozano, who is from East Palo Alto, was booked into county jail on two counts of robbery, one count of conspiracy to commit robbery and one count of resisting or delaying an officer. Avalos, of East Palo Alto, was arrested for one count of robbery, one count of conspiracy to commit robbery and for violating the terms of his probation, which he See CRIME BRIEFS, page 10
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Camp makes calculus kid-friendly MOUNTAIN VIEW PRIVATE SCHOOL TEACHES ADVANCED MATH, SCIENCE TO YOUNGSTERS By Nick Veronin
when I would ask them to achieve beyond what their normal expectaunique school that teaches tions were.” high-level science and math The secret, Nurmela says, is inquiconcepts to students years ry-based learning — a technique of earlier than is typical in public instruction that begins with a real schools has opened its second loca- problem and prompts students to tion in Mountain View. use mathematical principals they The school’s founders, Ryan Nur- understand to build equations to mela and Michael Finnegan, claim come up with a solution. that by harnessing a technique “It’s not just the level of science known as inquiry-based learning that we are doing,” Nurmela says. they can teach calculus and quan- “It’s the methodology we employ. tum physics to kids as young as 13 Science and even mathematics are years old. And while one expert on best learned through real examples. middle school science education When a student sees something says he is “dubious” of the pair’s firsthand they donít ask ‘Why do I claims, Nurmela insists that teach- have to know this?’ That was always ing such concepts to young minds a question I hated answering in is not only possible — it is impera- public schools. Knowledge should tive. be obvious.” “We have to get real science and Jonathan Osborne, a professor at math into the classroom at a young Stanford University who specialage, so students are getting the izes in the teaching and learning training they need to be success- of science isn’t so sure. Though he ful,” Nurmela says. is hesitant to pass “Our standard in judgment without ‘There was such better understandthis country is too low.” Nurmela and a groundswell ing Appropriately Finnegan’s methnamed Quantum ods, Osborne says, for this idea.’ Camp, the school “My reaction, off first opened in the top of my head, RYAN NURMELA Berkeley in 2010. is it sounds ambiOriginally, Nurtious.” mela and Finnegan — who met He says he is willing to accept that through their previous job teaching students might achieve some basic middle school science and math understanding of the concepts of in Oakland — intended to write a quantum physics and calculus by book on quantum physics. taking a course at Quantum Camp. Nurmela has conducted graduate However, Osborne cautions, “In studies in quantum field theory and order to engage in calculus you taught entry-level physics as a lec- need to have an understanding of turer at California State University, other concepts. These concepts take San Francisco. Finnegan holds a time to develop.” doctoral degree in materials science And the time it takes these confrom the University of Wisconsin. cepts to develop and fully crystalAs the two brainstormed, and lize in an individual’s mind must Nurmela related his experiences be measured in years, not weeks or teaching complex math to low- even months, Osborne says. income middle school students in “I don’t want to put down Richmond, the two developed the what they are doing,” Osborne idea of Quantum Camp. says. But, the idea that someone “Students are much smarter than in junior high could develop a we give them credit for,” Nurmela 12th-grade level of understandsays, recalling how the kids in his ing in either calculus or quantum math classes ate up the linear alge- physics is unrealistic, he says. bra problems he assigned them. However, according to NurHe says that his students — none mela, students of Quantum of whom were exceptionally gifted Camp, which only takes kids — were “quite capable” of learning in 5th through 10th grades, are complex mathematical principals See QUANTUM, page 11 in 45 minutes. “They really excelled
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People who rely on the county’s social services office in Mountain View may have a longer trek to San Jose when the lease ends.
Social Services office stays open, for now TIME ALSO SHORT FOR MAYVIEW HEALTH CLINIC SITE By Daniel DeBolt
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new owner has other plans for a conveniently located downtown building housing a free health clinic and a county social services agency that serves the poor in North County. Losing the local site could send struggling residents to San Jose to obtain much-needed services. Fairfield Residential has proposed 128 apartments to replace the building, which is leased by the county and located just a stone’s throw from the downtown transit hub. It also contains the popular Mayview Community Health Clinic, which provides free or low-cost primary
medical care. Located at the corner of Moffett Boulevard and Central Expressway, it will temporarily remain the home to Mayview Clinic and a social services office, thanks to a recent 14-month lease extension that begins this month. It is one of two outposts for county social services — the other is in Gilroy — where people can obtain food stamps, cash aid and MediCal health benefits. The bulk of county social services are handled in San Jose on Senter Road, a long way to go for many clients. Many of the people coming in and out of the building on Monday afternoon were on bike or on foot, including resident
Lucinda Daniels, who lives near downtown. “We don’t have a car, we walked here,” she said. The experience appears similar to the DMV, but worse, Daniels said, adding that she had to provide a long list of documents to social workers to prove her income and what property she owned. Then she had to schedule another visit to come back for an interview. After having spent the whole morning waiting in line there, a man Daniels was with said, “I can’t imagine how bad it would be if it moves to San Jose.” Supervisor Liz Kniss, MounSee SOCIAL SERVICES, page 8
App makes waiting in line a thing of the past MV RETAILERS THE FIRST TO ROLL OUT ‘PAGO’ SMARTPHONE APPLICATION By Daniel DeBolt
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Mountain View startup called Pago launched a smart phone app on Tuesday that promises to change the way people order food, buy merchandise and pay for services. With dozens of Mountain View businesses being the first to use it, I decided to buy lunch with it to see how it worked. The results were impressive. Pago was founded by CEO Leo Rocco, a Mountain View resident who has raised $2.1 million in
funding. It is being compared to lots of other mobile payment services, such as Google Wallet, which will soon allow people to pay for items with the swipe of their smart phone. But Pago appears to be entirely different, an app that allows you to skip lines and save a significant amount of time. After downloading the free app onto my Android phone, I found a list of eateries using Pago in Mountain View. My choices on Castro Street included Italian at Don Giovanni’s, burgers at Steakout and
Mediterranean food at Cafe Neto. I clicked on Taqueria La Bamba, and searched the drop down menus for a burrito. There was a funny glitch when it asked me what sort of meat I wanted on my veggie burrito, but that was resolved when I found that you could write a message to clarify or specify anything special, like “no onions please.” I used a pin I selected earlier, and a confirmation page showed up which I was supposed to use to obtain my $8 burrito (I included a gratuity that See PAGO, page 8
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MV WHISMAN DISTRICT AIMS FOR MORE RELEVANT ASSIGNMENTS By Nick Veronin
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he head of the local elementary and middle school district said that there will not be a major overhaul of the homework policy, despite recent moves from other school districts in the state aimed at reducing after-school assignments or limiting the impact on grades. Craig Goldman, superintendent of the Mountain View Whisman School District, said he does not believe his teachers are assigning too much homework. Still, Goldman said, he does see room for improvement in the quality of the homework being assigned and that he would like so see “meaningful shifts” toward that end. In defending his assessment of the levels of homework students receive, Goldman pointed to a recent survey, which found that the majority of responding parents — 68 percent — felt that the amount of homework their children were receiving was “about right,” 19 percent believed it to be “too little” and 13 percent said their kids
took home “too much” afterschool work. The results of the district survey come at a time when two school districts — one in Pleasanton and another in Los Angeles — are working to revamp their homework policies, in response to critics who say kids are being driven too hard. The Pleasanton Unified School District has instituted a new rule mandating that its middle-school students receive no more than 15 minutes of homework per subject each night; and high schoolers are to receive no more than 20 minutes. And the Los Angeles Unified School District recently instituted a rule stipulating that homework could count for no more than 10 percent of a student’s grade. That policy was quickly overturned, however, pending further review. Over the summer, Goldman’s district has been working with the educational consulting firm, DataWORKS, to train its teachers in so-called Explicit Direct Instruction. Through that training process, Goldman said, his teachers have been learning the
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“importance that homework be closely aligned with classroom instruction.” If a student is turning in incomplete or incorrect assignments, he said, it is likely not so much an indication of that student’s innate ability, but rather that the homework assignments are inappropriate. “We’re not anti-homework,” Goldman said. “We just want to make sure that we are assigning homework that’s meaningful and reinforces what’s being taught in the classroom.” Ultimately, while Goldman said the quality of homework ought to improve as a result of his districts work with DataWORKS, and through Explicit Direct Instruction, he expects that teachers will continue assigning homework at the same levels they have in the past. “Part of the reason for homework is to establish study habits,” he said, explaining why a healthy dose of after-school work is important, “so when students move on to high school and beyond, setting aside time to work independently is a part of their daily ritual.” V
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he former Onizuka Air Force Station in Sunnyvale has been chosen as a new campus for Foothill College, FoothillDe Anza Community College District’s Board of Trustees voted on Monday. The new site does not replace the school’s main campus in Los Altos Hills. Board members directed the district’s administration to take the necessary steps leading to possible acquisition of the land on the east side of Moffett Field as a public benefit, they said in a statement. The board cited the opportunity to acquire the 9.6-acre property at no cost; its proximity to highways, public transportation and areas of population growth; and its visibility and location in a growing part of Sunnyvale. “This is an exciting time,” Board President Pearl Cheng said. “This direction comes after an exhaustive search and review of opportunities that would best meet the district’s objectives in finding a permanent home for the education center.” The new education center will offer year-round programs and services, including partnerships with other colleges and universities, high schools, regional occupational programs, community-based organizations, local government, business and industry, district officials said. Foothill has leased an 8-acre site at Cubberley Community Center in Palo Alto for many years and had
hoped to purchase the property for the education center. But some residents were opposed, citing the need for future school district expansion as school-age population increases. The Palo Alto City Council voted in July to draft a letter to the district expressing its interest in the campus, but decided against moving forward after the Palo Alto Unified School District, which owns the land, voted against supporting a sale. Sunnyvale Mayor Melinda Hamilton and Vice Mayor Jim Griffith told the board they are enthusiastic about possibly having Foothill-De Anza open a center in their community. The City of Sunnyvale serves as the local redevelopment authority overseeing the disposal and reuse of the Air Force property. “We are thrilled to hear you are interested in coming to Sunnyvale,” Hamilton said. Griffith described the education center as a good match for the base reuse, envisioning it as a place where students could intern at surrounding high-tech companies and area workers and displaced armed forces personnel could gain additional education. The district must do an environmental impact report of the site before a final transaction could take place, board members said, and the Sunnyvale City Council, as local redevelopment authority, must amend the Onizuka redevelopment and reuse plan to specify See FOOTHILL, page 11
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Google’s self-driving car in five-car crash By Daniel DeBolt
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oogle’s self-driving cars have traveled 160,000 miles without incident, but that changed last week when one was behind a five-car collision on Charleston Road. A Google spokesperson told the Voice that the robotic Toyota Prius was clearly being driven by a human during the trip when the accident occurred on Friday, Aug. 5. A witness to the crash named Tiffany Winkelman reportedly said that Google’s robotic Toyota Prius rear-ended a second Prius, which then hit the Honda Accord she was riding in, which pushed another Accord into the fifth car, another Prius. A Google spokes-
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especially appreciate the service. “If we see anything under the hood that needs attention, we bring it up to them,” he said. Unfortunately for Khaziri, who has run El Monte Union Service since 1993, the number of patrons taking advantage of the full service pump at his station have dwindled over the years — especially recently, as the faltering economy has put a squeeze on people’s wallets, while gas prices continue to rise. Some days four people may pull up to pump No. 1, he said, some days nobody does. “We’re at the point where we are debating whether we want to continue offering the service.” Khaziri doesn’t lose money by keeping the full-service pump up and running. However, he does worry that he may lose customers during rushes, when all the selfservice pumps are occupied. He is unable to change the price of the self-service station manually, and said he understands why someone would not want to pay for the extra services nor wait for another selfservice pump to open. On a recent morning, when the Voice visited El Monte Union Service, about four customers used Khaziri’s five self-serve pumps, but no one requested full service. One of those patrons, David Rassai of Los Altos, has been a regular at Khaziri’s station for years. Though he never uses the full-service option, he said it would be a shame to see Khaziri give up on offering full service. It reminds him of the good old days, he said, and besides “there will always be a few people who want to have full service.” For the time being, Khaziri has not decided one way or another. “We’re open,” he said. V
person said he did not know how many cars were involved. “We regret that a Google driver recently caused a minor accident, and we’re grateful that no one was hurt,” said a Google spokesperson in an email. “Safety is our top priority. One of our goals is to prevent fender-benders like this one, which occurred while a person was manually driving the car.” The incident came to light when a reader of online blog
Jalopnik sent in a photo of the car after the crash. It appears to have occurred behind Mountain View’s Costco, near Google headquarters. The car is not shown with any major damage. “Since it involved 5 vehicles, we wanted to make sure there were no injuries and facilitate the exchange of names,” said police spokeswoman Liz Wylie. “Essentially, it was five car fendSee GOOGLE CRASH, page 9
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tain View’s representative on the Santa Clara County board, said in a statement that she would fight to have the center relocated nearby, but the rest of the board must agree, and times are tight. The county would also have to find another building to lease, and it’s hard to imagine another location as conveniently located near a major transit hub. “I fully support the Social Services Agency having an office in the North County,� Kniss said. “When our lease at the current location is up, should the owner not renew, I’ll seek relocation nearby.� Shamima Hasam, CEO of the Mayview Clinic, said that even though Mayview has clinics in Palo Alto and Sunnyvale, most of Mayview’s clients use the Mountain View office because it is near transit. With two to three doctors on duty, the office sees up to 60 low-income patients per day, providing a range of services, including free mammograms and prenatal care. “We have to relocate, we cannot just close it,� Hasam said of the Mountain View office, which receives a free sublease from the county.
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Pago automatically calculates at 18 percent). So far, so good. Arriving at La Bamba, there was no line as it was a bit past lunch hour, but Pago has worked out “express lanes� with each retailer to
But it is uncertain whether the county will find it affordable to provide the clinic free space at another location. “With the budget problems the county has we don’t know what is going to happen,� Hasam said. “It is a really difficult situation for us.� Regardless of when the site must be vacated, the county is planning to soon move some of the social services staff at the Moffett office to Senter Road. Kniss’ chief of staff, Pattie DeMellopine, said that clients in Mountain View would not be affected because those employees serve clients who already have benefits and do not have to meet clients face to face. Plans for “gateway� property The 1.83-acre site that holds the county building has been eyed by city officials as an important “gateway� to downtown. Some city council members say redevelopment there would improve Moffett’s connection to Castro Street. At a meeting in late June, new owners Fairfield Residential proposed a high-density housing project for the site, with up to four stories of apartments above a two-story parking garage, with one level underground. Fairfield vice president Ed McCoy said Fairallow Pago users to skip lines. I simply showed my phone to the cashier with the confirmation page on it. “Ah, the veggie burrito,� she said, which was already made and then handed to me. “That’s it?� is what I thought to myself. “Do I pay you?� I asked. “Nope, it’s paid for,� she said. It
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field backed away from building ground floor retail in the project, which council member Margaret Abe-Koga opposed, noting that residents wanted mixed use on Moffett Boulevard in general plan update meetings. Other council members said the project would likely be a huge improvement even without retail.
The density equals 70 units per acre for the housing project on the site, which compares to 60 units per acre approved for the controversial Minton’s housing development on Evelyn Avenue. The city’s general plan update is studying 60 units per acre on the site, up from the 43 now allowed. City Attorney Jannie Quinn
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was too easy. Not having given the application my credit card number, I imagined that my burrito was charged to my cell phone bill. It turns out it was paid for by a $20 credit all new Pago users receive. You are supposed to enter a debit or credit number into the app for regular use.
As I sat down to eat I had to wonder if there some meaning lost in the exercise of waiting in line, looking at the menu on the wall and verbalizing my desired meal. Probably not. If anything I saved some time, and the workers at La Bamba did too. And when I opened Pago again to look at the La Bamba menu, it asked me if I wanted to immediately check out with my last order, making it my “usual.� Could getting lunch really be any easier than that? Pago was launched Tuesday with the help of the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce, and according to gopago.com, it can be used at 53 Mountain View
restaurants and retailers, including Fleur De Lis florist, KFC, Starbucks, Baskin Robbins and Holiday Cleaners. (Perhaps because of a glitch, on Tuesday the app only showed 11 local business options). The app can also be used at the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. To entice retailers, the first to join have been given free iPads to help track sales. Eventually retailers will be charged a 5 percent fee to use Pago, which is double the normal credit card transaction fee. But the ability to communicate with users and offer coupon deals and rewards to loyal customers will make it worthwhile, the company says.
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Simitian and Alan Lowenthal have grilled rail authority officials at numerous committee meetings over the past two years and tried to get the authority to release a more realistic business plan before it could receive state funding. Simitian’s provision tying state funds to a new business plan died last year when then-Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger struck it down with a lineitem veto. Rachel Wall, spokesperson for the rail authority, attributed the increase in the cost projection to the additional engineering work that has been performed since the original estimate was released. She said the agency has always assumed the cost estimates of a major infrastructure project such as high-speed rail would be dynamic. “As we’ve done further engineering and worked further with communities to address their designs
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er-bender. No one reported any injuries and so the officer simply facilitated the exchange of names. No case was taken.” The self-driving Prius uses special sensors and cameras to navigate roads that have been premapped. The goal of the project is to reduce the number of deaths caused by car accidents and to reduce traffic.
and concerns, the estimated costs have changed,” Wall said. She said the rail authority plans to release an updated business plan in October with a revised cost estimate for the entire system. She said the authority expects the new estimate to be higher than its current $43 billion price tag. The new concerns about highspeed rail’s final price tag have not deterred state and federal officials from proceeding with the design of the new train system. This week, in fact, U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood authorized a $179 million grant to California for various rail-related improvements. The grant includes $86 million to the rail authority for construction of the Central Valley segment. The rail authority will be accepting public comments on the newly released environmental reports between Aug. 15 and Sept. 28. The documents are available at the rail authority’s website, cahighspeedrail.ca.gov. V
Google engineer Sebastian Thrun calls the setup “the perfect driving mechanism”. The cars have driven all over local streets, along Highway 1 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, and even down Lombard Street in San Francisco. Google claims the Google car was in between tests and that the accident was on a road that had not been mapped previously to allow it to drive autonomously on that section of street. V
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and an economic treasure, with many possibilities for productive reuse,” Lovins said. “It is painful to watch it being systematically destroyed.” The most common message in petitioners’ comments was that it is important to save the country’s history, a message that came even from those living outside of the U.S. “I lobbied for passage of the National Historic Preservation Act in 1966 to ensure Federal Agencies did not destroy our heritage,” wrote local historic preservation activist Bonnie Bamburg. “Hanger One
is the biggest Federal building in Northern California and it must be rehabilitated so that it can adapt to new uses and remain our visual connection to the lighter than air ships, WWII and the spirit that led us during that time.” About half of the asbestos- and PCB-laden siding on the hangar’s southern end had been removed by a Navy contractor as of Tuesday, providing a view of the frame that has not been seen since it was built during the Depression to house the massive U.S.S. Macon Navy airship. In the current economic downturn it is very uncertain whether Congress will fund a $32 million request for new siding in NASA’s
2012 budget, despite the economic stimulus it could bring. The Republican-dominated House Appropriations Committee appeared to kill that request in July, reporting that it was waiting on a study from NASA of alternatives to restoring Hangar One. But local Congresswoman Anna Eshoo was recently able to have the consequential language removed from the committee’s report — “ No funds are included for the re-siding project in fiscal year 2012,” — providing at least some hope that a wider vote by Congress could save Hangar One this year. The petition to save Hangar One can be found at tinyurl. com/4yll2tv. V
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is serving in Santa Clara County for a prior burglary. Zamora, another East Palo Altan, was arrested for one count of robbery and one count of conspiracy to commit robbery. Wylie said that the police department “greatly appreciated� the family telling officers that SoteloLozano was hiding in their bathroom. “It is not uncommon for community members to feel fearful of reporting crimes to police,� Wylie said. “It is because of the brave actions of these community members that the main suspect was taken into custody safely and before any other people could become victims.� The investigation is ongoing, 10
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social media presence with a new Facebook fan page, a Chief’s Blog and an iPhone and Android application. On the Facebook fan page, users can see regularly updated news, crime statistics, crime prevention tips and more. They can also read police Chief Scott Vermeer’s posts about a variety of public safety-related topics on the Chief’s Blog at mountainviewpd.blogspot.com, according to a press release. This isn’t the first time the department has used social media as an outreach tool for the public. Mountain View was the first agency of its kind in California to join Twitter in October 2008. Now its twitter.com/mountainviewpd account has more followers than any other agency of its size, a department spokeswoman says. In addition to social media, the MVPD partnered with WiredBlue to provide a free iPhone and Android application called “MyPD�. This app features the latest news, social media postings, department contacts and more. All forms, such as crime tips, photos and GPS information, can also be submitted anonymously through “MyPD�. None of these social media sites or phone applications are appropriate for any type of emergency situation, according to the police. Emergencies should be reported by calling 9-1-1. More information about WiredBlue and the MyPD app can be found at www. wiredblue.co. —Hannah Kim
Wylie said, and police believe others may have been involved, as a pickup truck, not a van, was used as a getaway vehicle in the previous robbery. “The MVPD is also concerned there may have been similar robberies that were never reported to police,� said the police press release. Another necklace July 7 robbery was reported in which a young man took a woman’s necklace from her by force while she sat outside her home on Latham Street. In that incident, the robber fled on foot. Anyone who has information on this, or was a victim of a similar robbery, is asked to contact the MVPD at 650-903-6344. People may call anonymously. —Mountain View Voice Staff
achieving a level of understanding in these courses similar to that of a senior in an advance placement class. He says the most driven students — those who not only take the course, but complete the supplemental take-home assignments — are gaining that level of competency. Nurmela hopes to have the data to prove his assertions by the end of the year. By that time, if all goes according to plan, Quantum Camp, which started out as a summer program, will be turning into a fully accredited school, with the ability to graduate students with the necessary requirements to attend the University of California and California State University systems, as well as to administer College Board-sanctioned AP tests. “There was such a groundswell for this idea,� Nurmela says. Three years ago, as he and Finnegan were putting together the idea for Quantum Camp, they envisioned forming it into a full-fledged school in a decade’s time. But with an outpouring of support from parents dissatisfied with the public school system, what began as a camp is looking more like a campus. Numela promises “a history program unlike any history program anyone has seen anywhere�
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that an educational use is preferred for the property. Foothill-De Anza could then move forward with an application to the U.S. Department of Education for a public-benefit conveyance. The only cost to the district in obtaining the 9.6 acres would be the expense of clearing and preparing the site for construction, estimated at approximately $5 million, according to a board statement. The education center would be funded through a bond measure approved by district voters in 2006. The Onizuka property is located in the Moffett Business Park, a center for corporate headquarters and research and development. Park tenants include Juniper Networks, Yahoo and Network Appliance. The entire Onizuka site is 23 acres, approximately 18.9 of which can be developed. The Air Force has accepted a request by the Veterans Administration to use 4.1 acres and three buildings for research activities. Foothill-De Anza has been searching for several years for a
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by the fall of 2012, and more humanities and language arts courses to come. Currently, Quantum Camp offers a summer program, an after-school program and day courses that are primarily attended by home-school students. The school charges by the course. The 7th-10th grade science course is $695 for 30 hours of class time over 10 weeks; courses in pre-algebra on through calculus for 6th-10th grade are $595 for 30 hours over 10 days; Quantum Kids, the school’s K-5th grade program is $395 for 20 hours of instruction. Nurmela says that outsourcing engineering and other techrelated jobs to other countries is driven in large part by a dearth American mathematical prowess. That is not due to a lack of interest in science- and math-heavy jobs in this country, he says. Rather, it is the result of a school system that is failing to teach these concepts. “We have to train students early on to do science and mathematics,â€? he says. “If they arenĂt getting trained they arenĂt going to get good at it, and if youĂre not getting good science and math training in middle school, you are missing out.â€? An open house will be held on Aug. 18 at the Mountain View Quantum Camp, 2065 West El Camino Real, Suite C. More information can be found on the school’s website: www.quantumcamp.com.
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The slow death of high-speed rail
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ack in 2008, Mountain View voters and the City Council liked the idea of bullet trains zooming at more than 200 miles an hour between the Bay Area and Los Angeles, providing an alternative mode of travel that would be economical and more environmentally friendly. A majority of voters around the state thought so too, passing Proposition 1A with 52 percent of the vote and setting in motion what today has become what almost everyone agrees is a colossal, mismanaged mess, just barely staying alive. But the likelihood of that happening is withering as the economy remains stagnant and Congress appears headed toward massive cuts in federal spending. At the state level, Sen. Joe Simitian and other legislators have publicly questioned the authority’s business plan as well. These and other recent developments have sounded the death knell for this project. Consider the following: ■ In a study made public last week, a highly-respected peer-review group of professors and transportation experts that report to rail authority CEO Roelof Van Ark said the authority has been using a flawed forecasting model to predict the number of passengers that will use the high-speed trains. ■ The agency’s public relations firm, Ogilivy Public Relations Worldwide, resigned about a month ago after fulfilling less than half of a 4-1/2-year, $9 million contract. ■ Another public relations faux pas was the unexpected departure of Jeffrey Barker, the rail authority’s deputy director in charge of communication, who failed to provide a timely response to a public information request from a watchdog group, allowing it to drag on for months. The organization was seeking release of the critical peerreview report, and was successful only after filing a chronology of its request with the authority. The report was released the following day, the same day that Barker resigned, saying he is going “to pursue other endeavors.” ■ On the economic front, the Republican takeover of the House of Representatives, including the budgeting process, has left little doubt that further federal support for high-speed rail will be drastically cut or eliminated altogether. By any yardstick, the high-speed rail project is simply far too financially ambitious for the state to undertake at this time, when basic services have been cut to the bone and additional cuts could be on the way as a result of more federal belt-tightening. The idea of paying debt-service on nearly $10 billion in bonds makes no sense in this fiscal environment. High-speed rail supporters have enormous obstacles to overcome in order to get this project back on track. They need a convincing business plan, a new management team, and most importantly, reliable funding sources that don’t commit the taxpayers to unaffordable subsidies of construction and operation. HSR is looking more and more like a pipe-dream. It’s time for the legislature to take the initiative and either provide the leadership to unwind this project, presumably through passage of another state ballot measure that counteracts the requirements of Prop. 1A, or by finding and embracing a new financing model.
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The best way to save Hangar One is to cover it with a tarp or apply rust remover all over its structure. Mountain View plus Sunnyvale, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Cupertino, Santa Clara, San Jose, Milpitas and other Bay Area cities should all donate funds to save the hangar. George Edge Eunice Avenue
I wholeheartedly agree with the letter from Sharon (Not a fan of Sally Lieber). The most memorable item she ever came up with the last time she held public office was a bill to make it against the law to spank your own child. She wants to be a career politician like a lot of the other existing dead wood in Sacramento. If you want the poster child of Nanny government then vote for her — and I’m a Democrat. Jim Vinson Adele Avenue
MAKE A DIFFERENCE You point out in your Aug. 5 editorial “Redistricting makes a difference for city” that, if the current plan holds, Mountain View will be in new state Senate and Assembly districts in 2012. Still, our city will be in districts that have far more Democrats than Republicans, and the only contests will likely be in Democratic party primaries when no incumbent is running. For the past decade, the California Democratic party has allowed members of no party (registered “decline to state”) to vote in its party primaries. Before the June 2012 primary, residents who want their votes to count will probably need to register as Democrats or “decline to state.” But voting is not the only way to make a difference. A person of any age and citizenship who joins a campaign or just writes letters to editors can sway voters by the dozens, hundreds or thousands. So, at this time of reckoning for our state, nation and planet, let me encourage folks to start campaigning for the causes and candidates they favor. If we leave campaigns to the current politicians and special interest groups, we will become increasingly impoverished, at risk and enslaved. Gary Wesley Continental Circle
LIEBER’S SPANKING BILL HURT HER IMAGE In response to a July 22 letter, I also find it extremely difficult to understand why anyone would vote to return Sally Lieber to public office. There is little doubt that Lieber’s six years as a member of the state Assembly was a disaster. And who can forget the heavily ridiculed campaign by Lieber to make spanking children a crime that made the Legislature look “kooky.” Clearly, Lieber became the object of mockery from coast to coast via print and television comics for her proposal to criminalize spanking a child. As could be expected, the proposal died an embarrassing death. Al Stuetzle E. El Camino Real
WATER DISTRICT MUST REVISE PLANS The Santa Clara Valley Water District’s flood basin ideas for Mountain View are getting overanalyzed and not enough attention is being paid to concerns of Mountain View citizens. See LETTERS, next page
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It appears that the water district has gotten themselves into a rut with their perceived need to put flood basins in place throughout the city. Mountain View citizens have stepped up, conducted research and given the historical and current facts on the threat of floods in MV to the Water District. However, the water district has not revised its flood basin plans accordingly. Storing water in the quarry is another issue — we do not want the water contaminated in this type of storage. Why is it no one wants to do preventative restoration instead of always looking back in retrospect, saying, “We should not have done that.� We do not need to manipulate lands (cutting down trees, taking open spaces) in Mountain View to build flood basins that are not needed. Please, do not destroy the Cuesta Annex. We the citizens of Mountain View need and want to keep the land as is — it is used for exercise, seeing nature (remember nature?), the beauty of the habitat, the animals and plant life. Not very many people are natives of this area and we need to hold on to some “’virgin� land — that is looking at history! Let’s be forward thinkers and save this annex now. If we don’t stand up now to preserve what little we have left, it will be too late. We cannot go backwards. Denise Pinto Harpster Drive
PEOPLE BUY, BUSINESSES PRODUCE Our economic cycle is driven by people buying goods that businesses produce. We need both to revive our economy. The question is: who lacks the funds to fuel their side of the cycle — people who buy goods or businesses that produce them? Hint: Businesses have record cash reserves, strong balance sheets, and are not hiring. How are the people doing? They’re deep in debt, losing their homes, and experiencing record unemployment. Platitudes like “belt tightening� are just silly in this moribund economy. Who has the resources to resuscitate the spending flow when businesses are plump and people are poor? Only one institution — our own government — by creating jobs in any way they can to kick start the economic cycle that needs both buyers and producers. Businesses are plump and people are poor. Now’s the time to even the score. Allen Price Fairmont Avenue
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Everyone heads out to the Mountain View market on Sunday mornings. Run by the California Farmers’ Market Association, it remains the most attended in the Bay Area. But if you haven’t attended its twin in Los Altos on Thursday evenings, you are missing out. It’s run by the same group, and features a mix of fresh produce and food booths so you can enjoy dinner at the market, said Ryan Slover from the Market Association. You’ll find some of your favorites from the Sunday market, as well as some locals that are exclusive to Thursday nights. “It’s a great opportunity to pick
Ossobuco is a classic dish from Milan and features braised Veal shanks in a white wine and tomato sauce. Our simple, yet elegant recipe will be a family favorite for years to come. For your dining pleasure, we offer this recipe. From our kitchen to yours, BUON APPETITO! Pizzeria Venti Recipe - Chef Carlo Maeda
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8FFLFOE up some local produce mid-week, enjoy dinner, and stroll with the family.” Slover says. The Thursday night market is seasonal, running from the first week in May through the last week in September. This year, the last market day is on Sept. 29. Peter Dietzel, another Market Association official, adds that they plan to have several tastings throughout the summer. “Everyone who has gala apples, for example, will enter and we’ll have a panel and judge who has the best.” If you aren’t an aficionado of farmers’ markets, you can’t get fresher produce than the Los Altos market unless you grow it yourself. Coming from just four miles away, Hidden Villa brings meat, eggs, and a variety of vegetables to the market. They are an educational farm that has day camps for kids, and all of their animals are humanely-raised and slaughtered. When I ask Aspen Kvicala , the farm’s animal husbandry intern, if Hidden Villa’s chickens are freerange, she laughs. “You bet, because I’m the one who has to herd them up at night and get them inside, and it takes me forever. They’re the happiest chickens I’ve ever seen!” Harvesting their small selection on the day of the market, this is the locavore pick for those who like to eat as close to home as possible.
Most of the farmers come a greater distance to be at the market. Geri Prevedelli-Lathrop and her stepson drive from Watsonville each week. Their family-owned Prevedelli Farms goes back four generations. “While most people think strawberries when they think Watsonville, we have 32 different types of apples alone, plus boysenberries, ollalieberries and pears,” she said. It’s all not eggs and berries at the market. There are baked goods, bread vendors, falafel stands, chicken, baked potatoes, corn on the cob, shaved ice and Afghan boulani. Local restaurants with stands include the Oaxacan Kitchen and Spot: A Pizza Place. I am particularly smitten with a booth run by two Mountain View residents: The g:m:me bakery. It stands for “granny to mom to me,” representing the handing down of traditional Irish recipes like soda bread and scones. It’s run by Matt and Yvonne Klinksick, who lived in Limerick, Ireland until three years ago. They make lovely (and highly addictive) scones. After sampling the chocolate chip scone (which Matt declared is a popular seller), I tasted the seasonal strawberry and the apricot (which Matt also declared a popular seller). “My wife is really the baking genius. I hand out the samples!” Matt joked. But I
walked away with multiple scones, so Matt isn’t too shabby on the sales side, either. There is always an unusual find at the market. Krunchy Kale from Mighty Mouth foods was invented by local woman Rachel Phelps, who started selling it at farmers’ markets. It’s been picked up by Country Sun, DeMartini’s and Whole Foods. Besides the baked kale snack with various toppings like cashews or balsamic vinegar, they have expanded their line to include See FARMERS’ MARKET, page 18
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Grainola, a mix of whole grains including buckwheat, spelt, pumpkin seeds, and honey; Uncookies made of banana and oats; and probably their tastiest offering to date, Flackers flax seed crackers. There are also plants and flowers at the market. Will Wiersig of Wiersig Garden Plants, who has been at the market since 2005, started his Los Altos-based nursery with his brother, bringing tea roses, herbs, peppers, eggplants and advice to the public. “This is really my only opportunity to interact with the Erica Sandoval, right, helps a customer pick out flowers at the Ruvalcaba Nursery booth. MICHELLE LE
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customers, and we keep seeing friends, and people we know, and we just got hooked in and we keep coming back. I also learned a lot about food here, talking to the other farmers,� he said. “It’s amazing how little I knew until I started coming to the market. My friends think everything at the supermarket is organic. They have no idea!� I was raised going to farmers’ markets in my hometown of Chico, a farming community, so I know how willing the farmers are to share knowledge along with their samples. Farmers’ markets are treasures, an extension of the community. A mid-week market that allows you to unwind after work, restock the crisper and not have to get up early is truly a joy. The market is an easy way to eat locally grown food, and be informed about what you eat. Get to know the vendors, bring your own bags or basket, and bring enough cash, preferably in small bills. V
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The Globe Theatre Presents Henry IV Part 2 (PG) Century 20: Thu. at 6:30 p.m. CinÊArts at Palo Alto Square: Thu. at 6:30 p.m. The Guard (R) CinÊArts at Palo Alto Square: 2:15 p.m.; Fri.-Wed. also at 4:55 & 7:25 p.m.; Fri. & Sat. also at 10 p.m. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2 (PG-13) (((( Century 16: 11:30 a.m. & 6:40 p.m.; In 3D at 3:10 & 9:40 p.m. Century 20: 12:50 & 7:15 p.m.; In 3D at 4:05 & 10:25 p.m. The Help (PG-13) Century 16: Noon, 1, 3:20, 4:30, 7, 8:20 & 10:30 p.m. Century 20: 11 a.m.; 12:20, 2:15, 3:40, 5:30, 7, 8:50 & 10:20 p.m. Horrible Bosses (R) ((( Century 16: 11:20 a.m.; 4:20 & 10:10 p.m. Century 20: 12:40, 3:10, 5:45, 8:15 & 10:40 p.m. Midnight in Paris (PG-13) (((1/2 Century 20: Fri.-Tue. & Thu. at 6:45 & 9:05 p.m. Guild Theatre: 3:30, 6 & 8:30 p.m.; Sat. & Sun. also at 1 p.m. RiffTrax Live: Jack the Giant Killer (PG) Century 16: Wed. at 8 p.m. Century 20: Wed. at 8 p.m. Rise of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13) Century 16: 11 & 11:50 a.m.; 12:50, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30, 4:30, 5:30, 6:30, 7:30, 8:30, 9:30 & 10:30 p.m. Century 20: 11 & 11:40 a.m.; 12:15, 1, 1:35, 2:25, 2:55, 3:30, 4:20, 5, 5:40, 6:20, 6:55, 7:40, 8:25, 9, 9:40 & 10:20 p.m. Sarah’s Key (PG-13) ((1/2 Aquarius Theatre: 1, 3:45, 6:15 & 8:45 p.m. Shadow of a Doubt (1943) Stanford Theatre: Sat.-Thu. at 5:30 & 9:30 p.m. The Smurfs (PG) Century 16: 1:35 & 7 p.m.; In 3D at 11:05 a.m.; 4:15 & 9:35 p.m. Century 20: 11:20 a.m.; 4:20 & 9:20 p.m.; In 3D at 1:50 & 6:50 p.m. The Whistleblower (R) Aquarius Theatre: 1:30, 4:15, 7 & 9:55 p.m. Winnie the Pooh (G) Century 20: 10:55 a.m.; 12:55 & 2:50 p.m.; Fri.Tue. & Thu. also at 4:50 p.m. AQUARIUS: 430 Emerson St., Palo Alto (266-9260) CENTURY CINEMA 16: 1500 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View (800-326-3264) CENTURY 20 DOWNTOWN: 825 Middlefield Road, Redwood City (800-326-3264) CINEARTS AT PALO ALTO SQUARE: 3000 El Camino Real, Palo Alto (493-3456) For show times, plot synopses and more information about any films playing at the Aquarius, visit www.LandmarkTheatres.com - Skip it -- Some redeeming qualities --- A good bet ---- Outstanding
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THE CHANGE-UP --1/2
(Century 16, Century 20) Fuddy-duddy family man Dave Lockwood (Jason Bateman) and irresponsible bachelor Mitch Planko (Ryan Reynolds) are walking archetypes. Mitch looks at Dave’s wife, Jamie (Leslie Bibb), and sees the committed love and support of a good woman, while Dave rues having missed the boat on years of promiscuity. Dave and Mitch wake up in each other’s bodies and are forced to live as each other for an indefinite period of time as they investigate a way to set things right. Rated R for pervasive strong crude sexual content and language, some graphic nudity and drug use. One hour, 53 minutes. — P.C.
COWBOYS & ALIENS --1/2
(Century 16, Century 20) This entertaining genre mash-up — one part western, one part sci-fi — stretches believability but boasts an excellent cast and impressive action. When outlaw Jake Lonergan (Daniel Craig) awakes alone in the desert with fragmented memories and a high-tech device strapped to his wrist, he makes his way to a quiet old-west town run by gruff cow herder Woodrow Dolarhyde (Harrison Ford) and kindly sheriff John Taggart (Keith Carradine). A deadly unexpected attack by alien spacecrafts forces Lonergan and Dolarhyde to work together. And Lonergan’s laser-blasting bracelet proves invaluable in the dangerous quest. Rated PG-13 for intense sequences of western and sci-fi action and violence, some partial nudity and a brief crude reference. 1 hour, 58 minutes. — T.H.)
SARAH’S KEY --1/2
(Aquarius) Kristin Scott Thomas plays journalist Julia Jarmond, assigned by her magazine to cover the 60th anniversary of the Vel’ d’Hiv’ Roundup. An enduring national shame, the Vel’ d’Hiv’ Roundup found the French police arresting 13,000 Jews in Paris then transporting them to an internment camp before their final destination of Auschwitz. Coincidentally, the apartment Julia and her husband have inherited from his family once belonged to a Jewish family displaced during the roundup. Fearing the worst, Julia begins investigating personal histories: what became of the Jewish family, and what role her own family may have played. Julia’s investigation unlocks a storyline that plays out in flashbacks, that of 10-year-old Sarah Starzynski (Melusine Mayance) and her family. During the roundup, Sarah tries to protect her brother by locking him in a secret compartment (hence “Sarah’s Key�). By the time she realizes she may have done more harm than good, it’s too late. Rated PG-13 for thematic material including disturbing situations involving the Holocaust. One hour, 50 minutes. — P.C
N MOVIECRITICS S.T.- Susan Tavernetti, P.C. - Peter Canavese, T.H.-Tyler Hanley
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ART GALLERIES
‘Elements of Fire’ Exhibition of ceramics by artists and CSMA Faculty Members Gabe Toci and Jonathan Huang. Through Sept. 25, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Closed Sundays. Free Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) at Finn Center, 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View. Call 650-917-6800 ext. 306. www.arts4all.org/attend/mohrgallery.htm ‘Rhythm ‘n Blue’ An all-gallery exhibit running through Aug. 27. Painting, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, photography, collage, metal work and jewelry are on display. Tue.-Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. open until 4 p.m. Gallery 9, 143 Main St., Los Altos. www.gallery9losaltos.com Rengstorff Arts Festival Fine Art showcasing local artists in mixed media and selected student work from the “Art4Schools” program at the Community School of Music and Arts. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Sundays, through Aug. 31, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Rengstorff House at Shoreline, 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View. www.r-house.org
BENEFITS Friends of Mountain View Library Book Sale Friends of Mountain View Public Library book sale. Sat., Aug. 13, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun., Aug. 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Bookmobile Garage, 585 Franklin St., Mountain View. Call 650-526-7031. www.mvlibraryfriends.org
CLASSES/WORKSHOPS Aerobic Dancing Classes A Jacki Sorensen fitness class incorporating strength training, abdominal work and aerobic routines. Complimentary childcare provided. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. 9-10 a.m. Mountain View Masonic Lodge, 890 Church St. (next to Library), Mountain View. Call 650-941-1002. Babysitter Training Course (HSSCAR201) This 6.5-hour American Red Cross course gives youth ages 11 to 15 years old training on how to care for infants and school-age children. Aug. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $85. American Red Cross Silicon Valley, 400 Mitchell Lane, Palo Alto. www.siliconvalley-redcross.org Basic Links and Wraps A class to work with wire, beads and tools. Materials and tools not included. Aug. 24, 6-8:30 p.m. $60. Global
Beads, 345 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 650967-7556. www.globalbeads.com Basic Pearl Knotting Class Learn a quick and easy way to knot between beads. Using a single silk cord, learn how to knot beads in a traditional method. Materials and tools not included. Aug. 23, 6-8 p.m. $60. Global Beads, 345 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 650-967-7556. www. globalbeads.com Caregiver Conference Avenidas presents its 8th annual Caregiver Conference. Attendees will have a choice of three workshops focusing on topics such as diagnosing dementia, organizing the home, family dynamics and eldercare options. Keynote speaker Dr. Patrick Arbore. Box lunch included. Aug. 20, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $35 members/$40 nonmembers. Avenidas, 450 Bryant St., Palo Alto. Call 650-289-5435. avenidas. org Chain Flower Bracelet A simple weave creates “flowers” nestled in rings. Materials and tools not included. Aug. 17, 6-7:30 p.m. $30. Global Beads, 345 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 650-967-7556. www.globalbeads.com Peyote Bracelet A core Indian beadwork stitch that creates an offset pattern of woven beads. Materials and tools not included. Aug. 15, 6-8:45 p.m. $60. Global Beads, 345 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 650-967-7556. www. globalbeads.com Salsa Class Victoria Ruskovoloshina teaches Monday-evening dance classes. 8:30-10:30 p.m. $12 per class. Firebird Dance Studio, 1415B El Camino Real, Mountain View. Call 510-387-1895. www.facebook.com/mamboromero
COMMUNITY EVENTS ‘The Art of Culture’ Live music and dancing in the park, featuring hip hop and tai chi lessons, arts and crafts tables, and a raffle for prizes from local businesses and exclusive lessons from company dancers and musicians. Aug. 20, noon-4 p.m. Free. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts ParkStage, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 510-504-6290. www.ziruproductions. com Ice Cream Social Ice-cream social and information meeting for older adults and their families at Avenidas in Mountain View. Aug. 18, 4-6 p.m. Free. Avenidas Senior Day Health Center, 270
N HIGHLIGHT AVENUE WINDS Avenue Winds, a Peninsula based woodwind quintet, plays chamber music featuring new works by local composers as well as the classics. Aug. 14, 2-3 p.m. Free. Rengstorff House at Shoreline, 3070 N. Shoreline Blvd., Mountain View. www.r-house.org
Escuela Ave., Mountain View. Call 650-289-5499. avenidas.org Palo Alto Festival of the Arts This year’s 30th annual event is hosted by the Palo Alto Chamber of Commerce. Art, vendors, entertainment and more. Aug. 27-28, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free Palo Alto Festival of the Arts, University Avenue, Palo Alto. Call 650-324-3121. www.mlaproductions.com Relay For Life of Palo Alto Relay For Life is a 24-hour fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Aug. 13-14, Free. Palo Alto High School, 50 Embarcadero Road, Palo Alto. Call 408-6880104. relayforlife.org/paloaltoCA Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series The City of Mountain View’s Recreation Division and Youth Advisory Committee present an outdoor screening of the movie “Toy Story 3.” Popcorn and light refreshments will be served. Aug. 12, 8:30-10 p.m. Free. Sylvan Park, 600 Sylvan Ave., Mountain View. Call 650-903-6410. www. mountainview.gov/city_hall/comm_services/ recreation_programs_and_services/community_events/summer_outdoor_movie_night_series. asp Summer Outdoor Movie Night Series The City of Mountain View’s Recreation Division and Youth Advisory Committee present an outdoor screening of the movie “Tangled.” Popcorn and light refreshments will be served. Aug. 19, 8:30-10 p.m. Free. Rengstorff Park, 201 S. Rengstorff Ave., Mountain View. Call 650903-6410. www.mountainview.gov/city_hall/ comm_services/recreation_programs_and_services/community_events/summer_outdoor_movie_night_series.asp Summer Sings - Faure and Schubert Schola Cantorum invites singers from all over the Bay Area to sing the Faure Requiem and Schubert Mass in G with guest conductor Dr Bryan Baker. Music available on loan for the evening; audiences sing the choruses and solos. Aug. 15, 7:30-9:30 p.m. $15/$10 seniors/$7 full-time students. Los Altos United Methodist Church, 655 Magdalena Ave., Los Altos. Call 650-254-1700. www.scholacantorum.org
return to earth only to discover it in disrepair due to human misuse and disrespect. The dancing dinosaurs restore earth to its former beauty with help from the animal kingdom. Aug. 13-14, 2 p.m. $10-$12. Palo Alto Children’s Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-463-4930. www.cityofpaloalto.org/ childrenstheatre Open House@CSMA Get to know the Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) at Finn Center. Tour the facility; learn about the music and art programs; meet faculty and staff; see art class and music-instrument demos; watch visual and digital-art presentations; listen to live performances; refreshments and more. Aug. 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Community School of Music and Arts at Finn Center, 230 San Antonio Circle, Mountain View. www.arts4all.org
FAMILY AND KIDS
‘Exploring the Bay Area’ Bay Area Older Adults (BAO) is a nonprofit organization that hosts a website (www.bayareaolderadults.org) that offers information about the outdoors, fit-
‘Dinosaurs and all that Rubbish’ In this environmentally conscious musical, dinosaurs
LIVE MUSIC Medieval Folk with Accolade Accolade is a local acoustic duo that plays Medieval, Renaissance, folk and original music. Aug. 17, 7 p.m. Free. Morocco’s Restaurant, 873 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 650-968-1502. www. moroccosrestaurant.com
ON STAGE ‘H.M.S. Pinafore’ Gilbert and Sullivan’s classic “H.M.S. Pinafore” will be performed Aug. 13-14, 2 p.m. $17-50. Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. Call 650-903-6000. lamplighters.org/ season.html#pinafore
OUTDOORS Tree Selection Workshop Mountain View Trees is holding a workshop regarding the proper tree for the proper place including a tour of the nursery. Aug. 13, 10 a.m.-noon. Free. A to Z Tree Nursery, 2190 Crittenden Lane, Mountain View. Call 650-450-6881. mountainviewtrees.org
SENIORS
ness, social and cultural activities. Learn about this resource Aug. 18, 1 p.m. Free. Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave., Mountain View. Call 950-903-6330. Birkball A workshop on the ins, outs, chutes, steel balls, and rules of Birkball. Aug. 16, 1 p.m. Free. Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave., Mountain View. Call 650-903-6330. Sleep Apnea and Diabetes A talk on the correlation between sleep apnea and diabetes with Elite Medical Center, a geriatric medicine board certified facility. Learn about the use of CPAP (Continuous Positive Air Pressure) to treat sleep apnea and diabetes as well as tips to manage diabetes and weight loss. Aug. 25, 1 p.m. Free. Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave., Mountain View. Call 650-903-6330.
SPECIAL EVENTS ‘The Art of Culture’ Philein/ZiRu productions will host a free family-friendly event in preparation for its upcoming season of “Zero Hour,” Philein Wang’s latest dance theater production that explores Chinese-American cultural duality. Free arts and crafts, as well as dance lessons. Aug. 20, noon-4 p.m. Free. Mountain View Center for Performing Arts Park Stage, 500 Castro St., Mountain View. ziruproductions. com/
TALKS/AUTHORS ‘Rapid Rapport/Creating Influence’ A workshop on building rapport in networking. Aug. 18, 6:30-9 p.m. Free to SVForum members/$20 for nonmembers. SAP Labs Palo Alto, 3410 Hillview Ave., Palo Alto. www.svforum.org/MarketingSIG Jafar Yaghoobi Jafar Yaghoobi shares “Let Us Water the Flowers: The Memoir of a Political Prisoner in Iran.” Aug. 17, 7 p.m. Free. Books Inc. in Mountain View, 301 Castro St., Mountain View. www.booksinc.net
VOLUNTEERS Reading Tutors Needed Free training to become a reading tutor for K-3 graders in public elementary schools. Aug. 14, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Free. Congregation Beth Am, 26790 Arastradero Road, Los Altos Hills. Call 650-2242198. www.jclread.org
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Embarcadero Media is seeking a self-starter and motivated individual interested in helping build an innovative new online program that helps local businesses market themselves to the local community. Our Shop Local websites, powered by ShopCity.com, offer a unique and simple platform for business owners to promote their merchandise, make special offers, announce special events, maintain customer lists and engage in social network marketing on Facebook and Twitter. The Shop Local Sales Representative is responsible for generating revenue by selling businesses subscriptions/ memberships on the Shop Palo Alto, Shop Menlo Park and Shop Mountain View websites and helping to increase awareness about the program in the broader community. Specific duties include:
Free Ice Cream Social & Info Meeting for older adults and their families Thursday, August 18, 4 pm - 6 pm Mountain View Find out how how your loved one could benefit from: Daily health monitoring Specialized therapies Activities for mental stimulation Group exercise Dietician-approved lunches Structured social setting For details or to RSVP, call (650) 289-5499
* Heightening awareness of the Shop Local program through distribution of marketing materials to local businesses * Directly selling Shop Local packages by phone and in-person to businesses within the local community, with an emphasis on locally-owned establishments * Increasing the use of the site by assisting businesses in setting up profiles, posting offers and understanding the features of the site * Assist in the marketing of the site through attendance at business and community events * Coordinate sales efforts and work with Embarcadero Media sales team as a resource person on the Shop Local program
The Shop Local Sales Representative is supervised by the Multimedia Product Manager. Compensation is an hourly rate plus commissions for all sales. Schedule is flexible, but the target number of hours per week is 25 (five hours per day.) This position is currently considered temporary, exempt and non-benefited, but may evolve into a permanent position as the program develops. To apply, submit a letter describing why this position is a good fit for your background and experience and a resume to Rachel Hatch, Multimedia Product Manager at rhatch@embarcaderopublishing.com
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BOARD 100-199 N FOR SALE 200-299 N KIDS STUFF 330-399 N MIND & BODY 400-499 N J OBS 500-599 N B USINESS SERVICES 600-699 N H OME SERVICES 700-799 N FOR RENT/ FOR SALE REAL ESTATE 800-899 N P UBLIC/LEGAL NOTICES 995-997 The publisher waives any and all claims or consequential damages due to errors. Embarcadero Media cannot assume responsibility for the claims or performance of its advertisers. Embarcadero Media has the right to refuse, edit or reclassify any ad solely at its discretion without prior notice.
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Instruction for Hebrew Bar and Bat Mitzvah For Affiliated and Unaffiliated George Rubin, M.A. in Hebrew/Jewish Education 650/424-1940
133 Music Lessons A Piano Teacher Children & Adults Ema Currier (650)493-4797 Barton-Holding Music Studio Accepting new students for private vocal lessons. All levels. Call Laura Barton, 650/965-0139 Carol McComb’s Guitar Workshops FUN Piano Voice Violin Guitar Hope Street Music Studios In downtown Mtn. View Most instruments, voice All ages & levels (650)961-2192 Jazz & Pop Piano Lessons Learn how to build chords and improvise. Bill Susman, M.A., Stanford. (650)906-7529
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355 Items for Sale BOY 4 Yrs clothes great cond BOY TOYS box full
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415 Classes Upcoming Workshops at the Mental
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240 Furnishings/ Household items Entertainment Wall Unit - $150.00 Luxury Oversize 7ft Couch/Chair - $1000 Moving Sale, Pottery Barn MORE - $99 Oak Bookcase - $100
245 Miscellaneous Omaha Steas Everday, 2011. 100% Guaranteed Omaha Steaks - Save 64% on the Family Value Collection. Now Only $49.99 Plus 3 Free Gifts and right-to-the-door delivery in a reusable cooler, Order Today. 1-888-461-3486 and mention code 45069KZH or www. OmahaSteaks.com/value38 (Cal-SCAN) Vonage Phone Service Vonage Unlimited Calls in U.S. and 60 Countries! No annual contract! $14.99 For 3 Months! Then Only $25.99/mo. Plus Free Activation. Call 888-860-6724 (Cal-SCAN) Burial Plot Alta Mesa Memorial Park. Lot 150, subdivision 6, block D, section 8. $5000. 707/838-7536 Cemetery Plot at Alta Mesa In Palo Alto. Selling single lawn plot in Oak Grove area, #62 subdivision 7. This plot will accommodate 1 casket, or 1 casket and 1 urn or 2 urns. I will pay $800 transfer fee. This plot is currently worth $8300-8800. CREATIVE MEMORIES ALBUMS, ETC Gorgeous two male and female Exo - $500 Vintage Bakelite Purse - $30
Kid’s Stuff 330 Child Care Offered Little Ages in home childcare Nanny (Palo Alto area) Occasional Friday Evening Nanny
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210 Garage/Estate Sales
130 Classes & Instruction
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Donate Your Car, Truck, Boat to Heritage for the Blind. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 888-902-6851. (Cal-SCAN)
150 Volunteers
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140 Lost & Found
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145 Non-Profits Needs
345 Tutoring/Lessons
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Chevrolet 1970 Chevelle 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Big Block SS, red with white stripes, Price $5700 use e-mail for pictures hllyloob7@msn.com / 480-409-4085.
Creativity Playshop 8/13 "Anchoring your Dreams through Art,” 2-4 pm, Unity Church of Palo Alto, 3391 Middlefield Rd. $37 in advance, $44 at the door. 650-508-8802. www.unitypaloalto. org/calendar.
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135 Group Activities
Lost Cat Brown/black striped Tabby. Neutered M. Very friendly, gentle. Last seen 7/24 AM, Stanford Ave., Stanford. 650/493-6770.
340 Child Care Wanted
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120 Auctions
Chevrolet 1970 Chevelle 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle Big Block SS, red with white stripes, Price $5700 use e-mail for pictures diab38ez@msn.com / 949-287-8621
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Multimedia Advertising Sales Embarcadero Media (publisher of Palo Alto Weekly, The Almanac and Mountain View Voice) is seeking a self-starter and motivated individual interested in helping build an innovative new online program that helps local businesses market themselves to the local community. Our Shop Local websites, powered by ShopCity.com, offer a unique and simple platform for business owners to promote their merchandise, make special offers, announce special events, maintain customer lists and engage in social network marketing on Facebook and Twitter. The Shop Local Sales Representative is responsible for generating revenue by selling businesses subscriptions/memberships on the Shop Palo Alto, Shop Menlo Park and Shop Mountain View websites and helping to increase awareness about the program in the broader community. Specific
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Real Estate 801 Apartments/ Condos/Studios Palo Alto, 1 BR/1 BA - $3,595/mo Sunnyvale, 2 BR/1.5 BA - $1,795/mo
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805 Homes for Rent Palo Alto, 4 BR/2 BA FURNISHED! Large Eichler near parks, schools. Includes separate office, large living room/dining area, FP, large TV, remodeled kitchen incldg. granite counters, new doublepane windows, W/D, all utensils, linens, AC. Great neighborhood! Includes weekly gardener. This is my home, not your normal rental. 650-208-8624 Palo Alto, 5+ BR/3 BA - $8500 Redwood City $3,500.Lrg fmly ktchn,hrdwood flrs,Lrg pvtyd,garage,Nosmk/pets 650-598-7047 Redwood City - $4,200.00 Redwood City - $3,500.00 Woodside, 4 BR/3 BA - $6,250/mo Woodside: 4BR/3BA Pvt. gated community, 10 min. to Woodside Elem. School and town. Next to park and trail. Contemp. home. $6,250. 650/851-7300
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1VCMJD /PUJDFT 995 Fictitious Name Statement BEST WESTERN PLUS MOUNTAIN VIEW INN FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 553238 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Best Western Plus Mountain View Inn at 2300 El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by: A Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the owner(s)/registrant(s) is(are): BPR PROPERTIES MOUNTAIN VIEW LLC 4290 El Camino Real, Suite 200 Palo Alto, CA 94306 Registrant/Owner began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on 01/01/1983. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on June 30, 2011. (MVV July 22, 29, Aug. 5, 12, 2011) RECIPE SACK SNGK FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 553444 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1.) Recipe Sack, 2.) SNGK at 326 Commercial Street, San Jose, CA 95112, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by: An Individual. The name and residence address of the owner(s)/registrant(s) is(are): SAVITHA RAO 100 N. Whisman Rd.; #4012 Mountain View, CA 94043 Registrant/Owner has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on July 7, 2011. (MVV July 22, 29, Aug. 5, 12, 2011) ELEGANT CARPET CLEAN ELEGANT CARPET CLEANING FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 553824 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1.) Elegant Carpet Clean, 2.) Elegant Carpet Cleaning at 922 San Leandro Ave., #A, Mountain View, CA 94043, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by: A Corporation. The name and residence address of the owner(s)/registrant(s) is(are): ELEGANT THREAD 922 San Leandro Ave., #A Mountain View, CA 94043 Registrant/Owner has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on
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July 19, 2011. (MVV July 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 2011) PT ANIKA, LLC FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 553220 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: PT Anika, LLC at 2250 Latham Street Apt. #26, Mountain View, CA 94040, Santa Clara County. This business is owned by: A Limited Liability Company. The name and residence address of the owner(s)/registrant(s) is(are): PT ANIKA, LLC 2250 Latham Street #26 Mountain View, CA 94040 Registrant/Owner began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on 1/19/11. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of Santa Clara County on June 29, 2011. (MVV July 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19, 2011)
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Nevada: Lender Ordered Sale Nevada’s 3rd largest lake 1.5 hours south of Lake Tahoe. 8 Lake View parcels - all $19,900. 2 Lake Fronts - both $89,800. Lender ordered short sale. Buy at less than bank owed. Buy at less than 50% of replacement cost. Special financing as low as 2.75% Fixed. Final liquidation. Only 10 parcels. Call (888) 705-3808, or visit NVLR. com. (Cal-SCAN)
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Arbuelo Way, Los Altos 12030 Elsie Way, LOS ALTOS HILLS Offered at $2,458,000
510 N. Castlerock Terrace, SUNNYVALE Offered at $598,000
1872 Golden Way, MOUNTAIN VIEW Offered at $1,438,000
1 W. Edith Avenue, LOS ALTOS Offered at $798,000
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3 bedrooms / 2.5 baths on 10,000+ sq. ft. North Los Altos parcel with lovely gardens
Eugenia Way, Los Altos 4 bedrooms /2 baths on over 13,000 sq. ft. on prime South Los Altos cul-de-sac
Miravalle Avenue, Los Altos 716 N. San Antonio Road, LOS ALTOS Offered at $2,595,000
232 Delphi Circle, LOS ALTOS Offered at $2,798,000
1070 Nottingham Way, LOS ALTOS Offered at $2,598,000
1075 Seena Avenue, LOS ALTOS Offered at $1,489,000
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417-419 ROOSEVELT AVE $775,000 3 BR 2 BA 1500sf duplex, 7000sf lot. Great income property! Lrg rear fenced yards. Attached garages.
650.941.7040
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CAMPBELL GREAT LOCATION!
2 BR 2 BA Spacious condo in a great location! Close to commute routes and surrounded by greenery! Rod Creason 650.325.6161
$928,000
4 BR 2.5 BA This excellent 4 bedroom home is located in Idlewild Greens neighborhood. David Blockhus 650.941.7040
22330 HOMESTEAD RD #105 SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$549,999
2 BR 2 BA Tastefully updated first floor unit on the Cupertino/Los Altos border.Secure building. Terrie Masuda 650.941.7040
EAST PALO ALTO ONLY FIVE YEARS YOUNG!
$599,000
4 BR 2 BA Private court location. Spacious floorplan. Eat-in kit w/granite counters. Beautiful yard. Fabiola Prieto 650.325.6161
$1,950,000
4 BR 3 BA Elegant Mediterranean.Spacious & functional space flows beautifully thru this home. Vivi Chan 650.941.7040
1300 OAK AV SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$1,399,000
5 BR 2 BA Mediterranean style home on private setting.Excellent Los Altos Schools. Deniece Watkins 650.941.7040
11674 WINDING WY SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$1,325,000
3 BR 3 BA Beautiful & unique 7 yr old home!Flexible open floor plan waiting for your specific needs. Shelly Potvin 650.941.7040
553 TYNDALL ST SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$829,000
3 BR 2 BA Rare opportunity to live in this tastefully remodeled & well appointed condo end unit. Royce Cablayan 650.941.7040
2 LOS ALTOS SQUARE SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$825,000
2 BR 2 BA Large & lush w/pools & landscaping. Linda Takagi 650.941.7040
$2,495,000
$2,495,000
MENLO PARK $3,688,000
5 BR 4.5 BA Spectacular custom-built home with over-the-top amenities and amazing high tech features. Janie & John Barman 650.325.6161
825 SHARON PARK DR SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$1,595,000
3 BR 3 BA Private cul-de-sac home. Only 21 years new! Eat-in kitchen with family room. Tom Huff 650.325.6161
$1,150,000
2 BR 2 BA Charming home & gardens perfectly located on a quiet tree-lined street in prime Willows. Lan L. Bowling 650.328.5211
2162 MENALTO AV SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$609,000
3 BR 1 BA Located in the Willows. Painted in & out. Updtd kit. New Carpet&Roof. Dual paned windows. Alan Loveless 650.325.6161
MOUNTAIN VIEW 861 RUNNINGWOOD CIRCLE SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$879,000
2 BR 2 BA Bike work via Steven’s Creek Trail(connecting footbridge currently underway). Terri Couture 650.941.7040
337 FAY WY SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$789,000
3 BR 2 BA Expanded home in Monta Loma. Remodeled kit & baths. New carpeting. Bonus rm w/French doors Pat Jordan 650.325.6161
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Los Altos Palo Alto
$765,000
Spacious duplex in Mtn.View! Each unit has 2 bedrooms,1 bath, & garage! BY APPT. ONLY! DiPali Shah 650.325.6161
$575,000
2 BR 2.5 BA Townhome w/remodeled kit. Fireplace. HW floors, private backyard garden. Freshly painted. Rick Tipton 650.325.6161
101 E MIDDLEFIELD RD #7 SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$568,800
3 BR 2.5 BA End unit townhome.3 bed/2.5 bath. Private yard w/hot tub plus 2 large sunny deck areas. Ric Parker 650.941.7040
100 E MIDDLEFIELD RD #6H SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$375,000
2 BR 2 BA 2nd floor end unit that overlooks the swimming pool & greenbelt.Formal entry. Royce Cablayan 650.941.7040
PALO ALTO
$1,699,000
3 BR 2.5 BA +Office. Beautifully updtd gorgeous landscaping Lg. LR, DR & lot. Great location Fereshteh Khodadad 650.325.6161
105 LAUREL AV SUN 1:30 - 4:30
Ginna Lazar
170 GRANADA DR SUN 1:30 - 4:30
842 BOYCE AV SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$4,228,000
4 BR 4 BA Huge price reduction.Close to all amenities,immaculate home offers well thought floor plan Nadine Matityahu 650.941.7040
959 WAVERLEY ST SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$3,595,000
4 BR 3.5 BA Beautiful Arts & Crafts home. Full restoration & addition completed in 2007. Tim Trailer 650.325.6161
714 CHIMALUS DR SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$2,148,000
4 BR 4.5 BA Traditional charm + modern designer touches. Open kit/FR. Quiet. Close to Calif Ave shops. Sue Rotha & Jon Anderson 650.325.6161
2468 CHABOT TERRACE SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$1,928,000
4 BR 3.5 BA 2 stes, 1 on ea level; 3 outdoor covered terraces for extended living w/lights+ skylights. Julie Lau 650.325.6161
1137 FOREST AV SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$1,398,000
3 BR 2 BA Beautiful ranch in Crescent Park. Hardwood floors. Eat-in kitchen. Susan Selkirk & Barb Zuckerwise 650.328.5211
2120 MIDDLEFIELD RD SUN 1 - 4
$1,350,000
4 BR 3 BA Old Palo Alto treasure! HW flrs, crown molding, eat-in kit, formal dining rm, studio apt. Ginna Lazar 650.325.6161
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4 BR 3.5 BA MEDIA BUFF’S HEAVEN.1 acre custom home, PAUSD, every room remodeled to the highest quality Margaret Williams 650.941.7040
1045 COLLEGE AV SUN 1:30 - 4:30
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208 ESCUELA AVE $480,000 2 BR 1 BA Cute starter house! 824sf home on 5500sf lot. Close to downtown Mtn.View. Large backyard.
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5 BR 4.5 BA Beautiful Hm w/Western Hills vw. Virtual tour http://www.tourfactory.com/657913 Ellen Barton 650.941.7040
1312 AMERICAN WY SUN 1:30 - 4:30
LOS ALTOS 1503 TOPAR AVENUE SAT 1:30 - 4:30
14176 STANFORD CT SUN 1:30 - 4:30
27197 BLACK MOUNTAIN RD SUN 1:30 - 4:30
CUPERTINO 19765 AUBURN DRIVE SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
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LOS ALTOS HILLS $369,000
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1320 MIRAMONTE AVENUE $829,900 3 BR 1 BA Separate family room with fireplace. 10,500 sq ft lot. Walking distance to downtown.
650.325.6161
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2503 MARDELL WY $825,000 3 BR 2 BA Gorgeous remodeled home with upgraded kitchen and baths. Open-style Living area with view.
650.941.7040
467 WHISMAN PARK DR $849,000 4 BR 2.5 BA Beautiful and bright single family home in immaculate move in condition.
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1670 CONNECTICUT DR $1,050,000 4 BR 3 BA Very well maintained home offers a newer maple kitchen,hardwd flrs & wall–to-wall carpets.
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877 LOS ALTOS AV $2,495,000 4 BR 3.5 BA Custom made 6 years old single family home in North Los Altos/walking to village. Homa Modarresi
PALO ALTO 102 COLERIDGE AVE SUN 1:30 - 4:30
REDWOOD SHORES $1,195,000
3 BR 2 BA Completely remodeled. New IKEA kitchen. Spanish touches throughout. Close to downtown PA. Paul Engel 650.325.6161
3380 MIDDLEFIELD RD SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$1,098,000
4 BR 3 BA Beautiful spacious Midtown Eichler. Lots of glass. High ceilings. Large lot. Ken Morgan & Arlene Gault 650.328.5211
3712 HERON WY SUN 2 - 5
$799,000
3 BR 3 BA Elegant 2-year new townhome w/many green built-in energy efficient features. Judy Shen 650.328.5211
ELEGANT PALO ALTO CONDO! $795,000
3 BR 2 BA Elegant Palo Alto condo, large master bedroom, updated kitchen. Pool. Greatschools! Alan & Nicki Loveless 650.325.6161
427 ALMA ST #107 SAT 1:30 - 4:30
$499,000
$380,000
REDWOOD CITY
$489,000
2 BR 2 BA Lovely corner lot in desirable neighborhood makes this 2br/2ba home a great opportunity. Rod Creason 650.325.6161
PRIME MOUNT CARMEL LOT!
2305 ELKHORN CT SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$859,000
1689 SANDYROCK CT SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$699,000
2706 AGUA VISTA DR SAT/SUN 2 - 5
$658,000
5179 HARWOOD RD SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$639,000
SINGLE LEVEL TOWNHOUSE!
$575,000
4771 CAPAY DRIVE #4 SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$140,000
4 BR 2.5 BA Spacious home tucked into a discreet cul-de-sac features a double-door entry. Helen TIsh 650.941.7040
3 BR 2 BA Beautifully updated home on LG border. Granite counters-updated baths.Huge family kit area. Jamie Carmichael 650.941.7040
3 BR 2 BA Very private. Tastefully updated end-unit ready for move-in. Excellent Almaden Schools! Jeff Beltramo 650.325.6161
2 BR 1 BA Desirable top floor unit,perfect for first time buyer or as investment. Yuri Kitaigorodsky 650.941.7040
SARATOGA
$839,000
3/2 like a private home & 2/1 rental in the front. No common walls. New roof in 2006. Geraldine Asmus 650.325.6161
FANTASTIC LOCATION!
$1,775,000
5 BR 3 BA Remodeled hm in Willow Glen w/family rm, French doors, updtd baths, lrg backyard & patio. Lindsay Spanek 650.325.6161
$499,000
2 BR 1 BA Wow! What a value of this remodeled two bedroom one bath condo with Palo Alto Schools! Jessica Tang 650.328.5211
YOUR OWN HOME & RENTAL
SAN JOSE 1664 MULBERRY LN SUN 1:30 - 4:30
4 BR 2.5 BA One level highly desirable home with great floor plan and tons of natural light. Carmichael Team 650.941.7040
1 BR 1 BA Rare opportunity! PA schools. Low HOA. Extra storage. Secure blg. W/D. Close to Calif Ave. Geraldine Asmus 650.325.6161
VALUE IN PALO ALTO!
$412,500
2 BR 1 BA Well maintained end unit on top level. Lots of sunlight & views of open space. Stack W&D. Ann Griffiths 650.325.6161
$659,000
2 BR 2 BA Top floor condo.Top floor of 2story building in back of complex w/balcony view. Ric Parker 650.941.7040
410 SHERIDAN AVE #447 SAT/SUN 1:30 - 4:30
SUNLIT TOP LEVEL UNIT
3 BR 2 BA Come see this desirable Dry Creek Village condo conviently located just blocks from DT WG. David Nielsen/Lindsay Spanek 650.325.6161
2 BR 1 BA Just steps away from vibrant Dwntwn Palo Alto,ideal for those who want an urban lifestyle Terrie Masuda 650.941.7040
777 SAN ANTONIO RD #74 SAT 1:30 - 4:30
650.941.7040
$335,000
Beautiful 6880 sf lot on a wonderful street. Ready to draw plans for your dream house! Alexandra Von Der Groeben 650.325.6161
14170 TEERLINK WY SUN 1:30 - 4:30
$2,399,000
4 BR 3.5 BA Nestled in the prestigious Saratoga Hills is this 4400 sq.ft home w/a contemporary flair. Deepa Rangan 650.941.7040
SUNNYVALE CHARMING TH ON CUL-DE-SAC $647,000 4 BR 2.5 BA Rare opportunity. Charming 4BR townhome on cul-de-sac w/upgrades. End unit w/2 yards. A/C. Niloo James 650.325.6161
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