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HERS returns renewed for annual gala
By Stephanie Gertsch
Photos by Ramil Sumalpong, of Iconic Lab
Over the past year, HERS Breast Cancer Foundation has welcomed some familiar faces into new roles–Muirgheal Forro as Operations Outreach Manager, Lorena Oliva as Human Resources and Office Manager, and Carolyn Dillingham as Program Director –and for the 15th “People With Purpose Gala” will return to a familiar place: Castlewood Country Club. The newly-remodeled Pleasanton Venue has only recently opened for non-club events, and HERS’ fancy and heartwarming fundraising gala will be one of the first. The nonprofit with locations in Fremont, San Leandro, and Livermore provides bras, wigs, prosthetics, and lymphedema compression garments to people going through breast cancer treatments, with financial assistance for un- and under-insured patients.
The April 27 event will start off on the patio at 6 p.m. with cocktails and live acoustic guitar courtesy of Brian Harrow. This is also a chance for guests to peruse the silent auction baskets full of goodies from local businesses such as Banter Bookshop, Dale Hardware and Fremont Botanicals, and preview the live auction items to be bid on later. Some highlights for this year include a giant 49ers-themed afghan handmade by longtime HERS supporter Lisa Stambaugh; a week’s stay at a coastal Costa Rica home donated by retired assemblymember Liz Figueroa; and pre-season tickets to a pre-season game for the Las Vegas Raiders, including lodging for two for three nights, access to a fan group, tailgate party, and behind-the-scenes tour of Allegiant Stadium. Auctioneer Zan Aufderheide will return to keep bidding lively, and Heather Holmes of KTVU will once again emcee the evening.
Of course, the celebration has a more serious side, as it will honor both those HERS helps, and those who in turn have helped the nonprofit do its work over the years. At every gala, four individuals or organizations are presented with an award representing one letter in the HERS acronym. This year, the Hope Award will go to retired staff member Michael Powers; the Empowerment Award to Gonsalves & Kozachenko, Attorneys at Law; the Renewal Award to Fremont Police Department and Fremont Police Officers Association; and the Support Award to Haller’s Pharmacy.
A video will be played sharing the experience of Kanan Jani. Jani’s sister Mira was a patient at HERS, and eventually passed away from breast cancer. Later, Jani received her own diagnosis, and HERS staff were with her every step of her journey. Jani will attend the gala with her family.
In her video (up on the HERS website), Jani shares, “[My sister’s] health was deteriorating exponentially over 2019, and then she passed early 2020 right before the pandemic started. I had lost all the hope to live. Even though I had all the good things happening in my life, none of that was of interest.” Then she got her diagnosis of invasive ductal carcinoma at the end of 2020. “The first day [breast care specialist] Debra and I just cried and hugged each other, remembering Mira…what touched me the most was the fact there was so much compassion, so much empathy, so much care, love.”
Program Director Carolyn Dillingham notes, “When women are faced with a breast cancer diagnosis and they’re going through the process and the medical system, their appointments with their doctors are 10-15 minutes at a time. So they don’t necessarily get all the information, or they think about the questions they want to ask after they leave the appointment.” By contrast, fittings at HERS are usually an hour, giving people a chance to voice their concerns. The setting is also more colorful and boutique-like. “It doesn’t feel like a medical office but we’re still providing services they need, so often it’s a nice respite from a more clinical setting.”
Dillingham herself pursued an indirect but fortuitous route to her current role. After a career in financial technology focusing on payment processing, she wanted to transition to the nonprofit sector. First encountering HERS as a patient, she later started volunteering with them as a survivor. As it happened, Dillingham was working as a breast care fitter when HERS started the process of overhauling its payment and inventory systems in 2023. She offered her expertise to implement the new system, and transitioned into her new role.
She says, “If you had asked me years ago, Would I be working for HERS and a nonprofit and helping in this field, the answer would have been no! It never would have even crossed my mind.” She laughs. “Sometimes you’re put in positions for a reason!”
Now Dillingham splits her time between the big picture tasks and working directly with patients. Some days are filled with gratitude, and others are much harder. But Dillingham and the rest of HERS staff work “with as much grace and compassion as [they] can.”
HERS People with Purpose Gala
Saturday, Apr 27
6 p.m. – 10 p.m.
The Club at Castlewood
707 Country Club Cir., Pleasanton
(510) 790-1911
https://hersbreastcancerfoundation.org
https://hersbcf.ejoinme.org/2024pwp
Tickets: $150 Single; $1,200 Table of eight
Ride the Rails for Relay returns for 13th run
By Stephanie Gertsch
Photos courtesy of Cathy Norvell
“When you come on the train you just feel that atmosphere of trying to help someone,” says Cathy Norvell of the annual Ride the Rails for Relay event–a teamup of Niles Canyon Railway and Relay for Life, a fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. “You’re having fun, but you’re helping cancer patients all over with your donations. The money goes to people who need rides to chemo, it helps people who need to be put up in hotels when they go for their treatments, it goes for wigs and bras. But it also goes to all those trials that you hear about out there for cancer research.”
At the April 28 event, Niles Canyon Railway donates everything from their trains and their fuel, to the proceeds from the snack bar and hot dog stand. Arts and crafts vendors at the station will also be donating a portion of their sales, with the three booths run by Relay for Life teams donating 100% of their earnings. Norvell herself will be running a booth selling candles, homemade beef jerky, and chocolate bark.
“We raised over 13,000 dollars last year,” says Norvell.
The event will be crowded, so Norvell advises people to make a day of it. “I always tell people to allow about three hours out of their Sunday. That allows them to get parking, to see things–the train has the museum too and it will be open, and
a gift shop.”
The ride itself will be a leisurely chance to take in the spring beauty of Niles Canyon, with green hills, blooming wildflowers, and crashing waterfalls. Norvell describes, “It’s one and a half hours down through the canyon, past the waterfalls. Oh my god, the wildflowers are beautiful this year! Then it goes down into Niles and comes back up again, so you get to see both sides of the tracks.”
Guests can bring a picnic lunch on the train, purchase snacks, or try wine tasting. (Bottles are donated from Bob’s Liquor’s, and Novell’s nephew and niece will be back to bartend.) There’s also an additional chance to donate to American Cancer Society on the train ride: “We have friendly train robbers, so we always tell people, Bring your extra change.”
To attend, contact Cathy Norvell at cn******@gm***.com or (510) 701-9005 to confirm your spot. Tickets will be available to purchase on the day, but train rides may be sold out. Payments can be made by credit card or PayPal on Norvell’s team page (“Cure Crusaders”) at http://main.acsevents.org/goto/cathynorvell. Check, Zelle, and Venmo are also options. Trains run rain or shine, and no refunds will be issued. Seating is unassigned, and riders can choose between an enclosed and an open-side car on each of the three train rides.
The Ride the Rails for Relay event keeps running fueled by the time and dedication of volunteers, and enthusiastic community response. “This is my 26th year,” Norvell reflects on her time with Relay for Life. “[Every year] I think, Ok I can’t do it this year. Especially this year. April of last year, my husband [Lynn] was diagnosed with cancer. But he’s beat it! And it’s because of the advancements in the treatments.”
Another member of Cure Crusaders, John, sadly passed from cancer in November 2023. The work of American Cancer Society is tangible, and the need is also urgent. Some of those who attend on April 28 will be survivors themselves. Norvell says, “If you see anyone out there with a purple shirt on, you know they’ve beat cancer.”
13th Ride the Rails for Relay
Sunday, Apr 28
Train departures: 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Niles Canyon Railway Sunol Depot
6 Kilkare Rd., Sunol
http://main.acsevents.org/goto/cathynorvell
Tickets: $25 adults; $15 children 2 – 12; children under 2 ride free
90th Anniversary Sheep Shearing Day
Submitted by Dave Mason
Photos by Victor Carvellas
Spring has sprung and it is time for the sheep’s annual “haircut” on Saturday, April 13. A special 90th Anniversary presentation will kick off the fun! See the farm’s sheep get sheared, try your hand at wool carding, and watch fiber transform into yarn on a spinning wheel. You can even make your own wooly lamb to take home.
For more information, visitwww.ebparks.org/celebrating-90-years.
Sheep Shearing Day
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Ardenwood Historic Farm
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
(510) 544-2797
Fee: $5 – $7
Anastasia
Submitted by Terry Liebowitz
Photo by Ben Krantz
TMC Arts’ Creative Director Dayna Speed is excited to announce the opening of Anastasia, April 19 through 29 at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre in Hayward. “There are a lot of ‘FIRSTS,’” Speed enthused. This is the first musical at the Morrisson Theater since before the pandemic and the first opportunity Bay Area audiences will have to see this Tony Award-winning musical as a full-scale production. Don’t miss this amazing production set in Imperial Russia and the roaring 20s of Paris. With a cast of 32 actors, a live orchestra, the beautiful Alan Menkin score and luscious costumes by Ronda White, audiences will experience “the full magic of a musical.”
Anastasia is based on the 1997 animated film. The survival of Anastasia, the second-youngest member of the Romanov family, after the Bolshevik Revolution has long been part of Russian folklore. In this version, there is no Rasputin and Bartok the Bat. Anya (Anastasia), a Russian orphan, travels from Russia across Europe to Paris to discover the secrets of who she once was. Though she struggles with memory loss, she keeps fear at bay and never loses sight of her self-determination.
As a mother of a daughter, Speed chose Anastasia as her first production with the Douglas Morrisson Theatre to celebrate strong women. Yes, this show has the markings of a Disney princess, but Anya is never a damsel in distress. Speed says, “It is so important to see a princess who is resilient and has a strong survival instinct. Anya is a champion. She’s a fierce princess with a positive attitude. She encourages all those around her to become better versions of themselves.” This is a grownup version of Anastasia.
Anastasia
Thursday, Apr 18 – Sunday, Apr 28
Fri, Sat: 8 p.m.
Sun: 2 p.m.
Douglas Morrisson Theatre
22311 N. Third St., Hayward
(510) 881-6777
Douglasmorrissontheatre.thundertix.com
Tickets: $20 – $42
¡Fiesta Fantástica! Casino Night Fundraiser
Submitted by Jodie Aquino-Sisk
Indulge in an electrifying evening of fun and philanthropy at Fiesta Fantástica, the League of Volunteers’ Casino Night fundraiser! With lively music, thrilling casino games, karaoke, and delectable dining, the night promises non-stop entertainment. Don’t miss out on exciting raffles, captivating silent auctions, and unforgettable moments at our photo booth.
Join us from 5:30 p.m. for cocktails, followed by dinner at 7:00 p.m. Bingo kicks off at 6:30 p.m., while the casino floor is open from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. Get ready to make memories and support a gre
at cause!
LOV Casino Night Fundraiser
Saturday, Apr 20
5:30 p.m.
Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave., Newark
(510) 793-5683
Local Choking Education Sparked from Tragic Loss
By Esha Bansiya
Photos courtesy of Kel Kanady
In December of 2022, tragedy struck when Kiko Rodriguez, the co-owner of Fremont Niles’ Federicos Grill, passed away due to a choking incident. Now, his former co-owning brother, Rico Rodriguez, in partnership with Washington Hospital Healthcare System (WHHS), is launching a choking awareness campaign to educate other restaurant owners and the general public on choking first-aid.
On March 28, National Choking Awareness Day, Rodriguez and WHHS workers held their campaign kick-off event in the Federicos Grill, a cozy restaurant in downtown Niles. Soft guitar and singing filled the room as attendees snacked on the restaurant’s tapas. A framed portrait of Kiko hung on the wall, commemorating the beloved community member.
Elected officials and other restaurant representatives made their way into the building, including Newark Mayor Michael Hannon and City Manager David Benoun; Fremont Mayor Lily Mei, Vice Mayor Yang Shao, and Councilmember Raj Salwan of Fremont; Matthew Jorgens from the Office of Assemblymember Alex Lee; Kathy Kimberlin, representing the office of Alameda County Supervisor, David Haubert; and Fara Fernow representing the local Italian restaurant, Massimo’s. The attendees were welcomed by the WHHS board of directors and staff, including CEO Kimberly Hartz, and members of the Healthcare System’s board of directors, Dr. Bernard Stewart and Jeannie Yee. Also attending was Suzanne Chan, a member of the Ohlone College Board of Trustees. Attendees mingled with one another, greeting familiar faces and introducing themselves to new ones.
CEO Hartz commenced the event by introducing Rico Rodriguez as a kind individual who had nobly directed this tragic loss into an impactful initiative. As Hartz said, “You can’t change the past, but you can work towards changing the future.” She highlighted the goal of the campaign: to provide choking first-aid education to restaurant workers and the general public.
Rodriguez cheerfully introduced himself to everyone and expressed his sincere gratitude to the attendees who joined to commemorate his brother and efforts to launch the campaign. Rodriguez’s goal is to save more lives, and he vows to save at least one life this year through the campaign.
The attendees’ attention moved to a TV screen playing a video of Rodriguez sharing his story and introducing the new campaign. The video will be used to introduce the initiative and teach first aid.
From the WHHS Emergency Department, Betty Goodwin, RN, took the stage and explained the importance of helping to prevent choking deaths. She noted the alarming statistics, including that choking is the fourth leading cause of unintentional death, and that three thousand individuals passed away from choking in 2021. Goodwin described how the audience could spot a choking incident by noticing a sense of unease or hands moving to one’s throat. Goodwin described the abdominal thrust maneuver used to assist vulnerable individuals: Ask the individual if they are choking, place a fisted hand at the top of the stomach, place the other hand on top, and apply pressure up and in until the individual is well. In a live demonstration using a trainer vest, Goodwin illustrated the hand movement and highlighted that it may take a few powerful thrusts to assist the individual.
The event concluded with final questions and a round of applause for the Healthcare System. Despite the painful exigence, a sense of hope and community filled the room. The workers called attention to their next first-aid training on April 30 in Union City—an opportunity to equip restaurant owners and the general public with these life-saving skills.
As attendees left the event, they walked away with a powerful skill that would help the vulnerable and protect their loved ones.
Choking First Aid Training
Tuesday, Apr 30
12 noon – 1 p.m.
Birdhaus Beer Garden
3821 Smith St., Union City
Apply by May 10: Clean Water Grants up to $6,000
Submitted by Stefanie Pruegel on behalf of the Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program
Photos by Mary Spicer
The Alameda Countywide Clean Water Program is inviting grant applications for up to $6,000 per project to encourage grassroots community action that prevents stormwater pollution and enhances the health of local watersheds, creeks, and the San Francisco Bay. Activities can range from litter cleanups, creek restoration and wildlife habitat enhancement projects to art and multimedia projects, community outreach events and more. Creative and innovative ideas wanted!
Eligible applicants include teacher and student groups, youth organizations, homeowner associations (HOAs), community groups, environmental groups and non-profit organizations. Application deadline is May 10, 2024. For more information and to download the application packet visit, www.cleanwaterprogram.org/grants.
Clean Water Grants
Application Deadline: May 10
www.cleanwaterprogram.org/grants.
Correction
In the article “Cooking up Community at the Marketplace” in the April 2 issue of Tri-City Voice, the cellar was referred to as “the underground cellar and lounge space for Cordial Bottle Shop.” The space is no longer associated with Cordial Bottle Shop specifically, and is now knowns as “The Cellar at the Marketplace.”
Day at the Rancho for 4th Grade students
Submitted by Kelsey Camello
Attention, 4th Gra
de students & families: Rancho del Agua Caliente will be open to all 4th Grade families for $5 per family on Saturday, April 13 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. The rancho once belonged to Fulgencio Higuera during the rancho period of California’s history. It is now owned by the City of Fremont.
Dip candles, design a brand, form an adobe brick, and brand a cow using paint, felt and authentic brands. You can even try your hand at roping the steer! There will be docents onsite, as well as a video about park restoration, and the museum will be open. See an adobe building (built in 1840) and learn about the hide and tallow trade.
This experience is great for students both exiting AND entering 4th Grade, plus their families! Come one, come all. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch. The cost to participate is $5 per family.
The event is hosted by the Washington Township Museum of Local History. For more information, call Dianne at (510) 673-4813 or email md******@co*****.net.
4th Grade Day at the Rancho
Saturday, Apr 13
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
47300 Rancho Higuera Rd., Fremont
(510) 673-4813
md******@co*****.net
$5 per family
Egyptian Music Concert: Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month
Submitted by Joe Stoner
Newark Library is hosting Music in-Takht, an instrumental ensemble dedicated to sharing and preserving Egyptian musical heritage around the San Francisco Bay Area. Led by violinist Basma Edrees, graduate of Juilliard, and featuring oud and Egyptian percussion, this trio of world-class musicians will perform Egyptian music to celebrate Arab American Heritage Month. The group has performed at the DeYoung Museum and other prominent venues. The concert is Saturday, April 20. Everyone is invited!
Visit aclibrary.org for more information.
Egyptian Music Concert
Saturday, Apr 20
2 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Newark Library
37055 Newark Blvd., Newark
aclibrary.org
Newark Fishing in the City
Submitted by Newark Recreation
Recreation and Public Works Departments are teaming up to get you hooked on fishing for life! Youth between the ages of 5-15 will learn basic instruction on knot tying, casting and fish handling techniques. The lake will be planted with fish for the event. No registration is required, just show up and have fun!
Fishing in the City
Saturday, Apr 27
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Lakeshore Park
5119 Ipswich Ct., Newark
Free, drop-in
Fremont Creates continues
Submitted by Kavita Tipnis Rasal
April has kicked off with a series of Open Studios and Art Displays throughout Fremont. Immerse yourself in Fremont Art Association’s annual art show at their gallery in Niles. If you are an aspiring writer, don’t forget to enter the Flash Fiction Writing Contest (deadline April 15). For K – 12 artists, demonstrate care for our planet by submitting artwork for The Greywater Project’s 5th Annual Earth Day Art Competition by April 15. End the week with a hands-on ceramic class or a dance workshop.
Visit our events calendar at FremontCreates.com for dates, times, and locations of all events scheduled for California’s 6th annual Arts, Culture & Creativity Month. There are events for all age groups.
Check out the continuing exhibits at the Fremont Main Library:
- Fremont’s Dragons
- Fremont Cultural Arts Council’s Annual Juried Photo Exhibit
- Imaginook Kids’ Art Show
Make plans with friends and family to visit new exhibits in the Mission & Niles area:
- Olive Hyde Art Gallery – HumanEssence
- Durba Sen’s Open Studios
- Fremont Art Association’s Annual Art Show
- Earth Day Art Pop-Up
To cap off the month’s events, join the Fremont Creates free Grand Finale on April 27, at the Downtown Event Center from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. We are excited to announce our performers at the Grand Finale Event:
Bay Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, FCSN Dream Achievers Band, Made Up Theatre, Barry & Friends, Comfort & Joy Ukulele Group, Wadaiko Taiko Drums, Sing with Bella, BollyX, Shruthi Swara Laya, Lisa Performing Arts, Teen Poetry Performance, Repentance Prayer, Community Smile Dance Team
We still need volunteers for the finale; sign up at FremontCreates.com. We’ll have a commemorative t-shirt for all volunteers, and we’d love to have you join us.
THANK YOU, SPONSORS! We appreciate your support!
- City of Fremont
- Supervisor David Haubert, Alameda County Supervisor, District 1
- Niles Rotary Foundation
- Brandon T. Sass, Primerica Investment Advisor
- Scott Capen Photography
- Olive Hyde Art Guild
- Washington Hospital Healthcare System
Golf & Bocce tournament supports Washington Hospital
Submitted by Washington Hospital Healthcare System
The 37th annual “Golf and Bocce Tournament” in memory of Gene and Laura Pessagno will take place at the Club at Castlewood (Hill Course) on Thursday, May 2, 2024.
The proceeds from the tournament will help meet the rising patient demand for critical and lifesaving surgical procedures by funding state-of-the-art surgical equipment and technology for Washington Hospital’s Operating Rooms and future Trauma Center. Golfers are registered on a first-paid basis, and the course is limited to 120 total g
olfers (30 four-person teams). Be part of this exciting event and showcase your company’s commitment to our community as an important tournament sponsor or register your foursome for a fun day of golf.
For those who want to participate and support the Surgical Services Fund at Washington Hospital, we are also offering the opportunity to play Bocce at the Club at Castlewood. Enjoy individual play or coordinate a group with friends or colleagues.
We thank you in advance for your consideration and support of Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation.
Golf & Bocce tournament
Thursday, May 2
10:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
9 a.m.: Golf registration
12:30: Bocce registration
Club at Castlewood Golf Course
707 Country Club Cir., Pleasanton
(510) 818-7350
www.whhs.com/events/
Golf Sponsorships: $1,600 – $10,000
Bocce: $50
Annual Fun Run/Walk supports local schools
Submitted by Michael Ritchie
The New Haven School Foundation (NHSF) is thrilled to announce the return of its annual “5K Fun Run/Walk,” set to take place on Saturday, April 27, at 8 a.m. With a mission to bolster educational opportunities for students and teachers in Union City and South Hayward, this event will kick off the second annual New Haven Day celebration and promises to be fun for all participants!
The New Haven Fun Run/Walk is a celebration of school spirit promoting unity, wellness and philanthropy. Participants of all ages and fitness levels are invited to lace up their sneakers and join in. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or prefer a leisurely stroll, there’s something for everyone.
Runner benefits for the professionally timed 5K Fun Run/Walk include an event t-shirt and swag bag (guaranteed for those registering by April 13), and medals for all age-group winners. Participants from New Haven Unified School District schools will compete for the “School Spirit” trophy, which will go to the school group with the most creative costumes. The new Ed Mack Agbuya award, in memory of a man who participated for many years and passed away in 2023, will go to the youngest student and oldest finishers.
Kid Races will begin at 9 a.m. For a limited time, student registration is only $10, including an event t-shirt. Prices are set to rise after April 13, so secure your spot today. Children under age six participate for free.
For those unable to attend in person, NHSF offers a virtual participation option. Virtual participants will receive a commemorative runner’s certificate.
“We are thrilled to once again rally our community in support of education through our annual New Haven Fun Run/Walk,” said John Shockley, President, New Haven Schools Foundation. “This event not only raises vital funds for our schools but also fosters a sense of camaraderie and pride among participants. Together, we can make a lasting impact on the lives of students and teachers in our district.
Registration is now open at https://runsignup.com/earthdayfunrun.
NHSF thanks the event sponsors who make programs like this possible, including Al & Marsha Badella, Fremont Bank, Republic Services, Alameda County, Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Washington Township Medical Foundation, and others.
Join NHSF on April 27 as the community comes together to run, walk, and make a difference for education.
The New Haven Fun Run will take place just prior to the start of New Haven Day, a showcase of all 12 NHUSD schools featuring student performances.
New Haven Fun Run
Saturday, Apr 27
8 a.m.
James Logan High School Track
1800 H St., Union City
(510) 909-9263
https://runsignup.com/earthdayfunrun.
Early Bird tickets: $10 – $20
Newark’s NewBark Dog Park
By Jack Alcorn
Newark residents spoke up loud and clear during the development of the City’s Parks Master Plan. The top priority voiced by the community was the desire for a dog park. The City of Newark has responded with the NewBark Dog Park.
The dog park is located next to the Newark Community Center at 35501 Cedar Boulevard. The new dog park features an assortment of animal agility equipment, shaded picnic table seating for human socialization and a huge play space for canines. There is a separate small dog area for dogs under 30 pounds. Five-foot fences prevent dogs from jumping out of the enclosure and double-gated entrances and exits for small and large dogs provide extra security for your pet.
Agility training for dogs involves a range of different actions and activities, such as weaving around objects, dashing through a tunnel, balancing across a narrow beam, or scaling up a steeply-pitched structure. The key is the dog must watch and follow the owner’s commands as they work their way through different obstacles.
Dog agility training can be an excellent way to bond with your four-legged pal. Additionally, dog agility can yield a ton of benefits for your dog including:
- Improves a dog’s mental and physical strength
- Builds a dog’s confidence
- Increases endurance
- Creates a strong relationship between owner and pet
The NewBark Dog Park has several ramps and platforms for jumping and running, tunnels and a posing station. The modern canine playground is ideal for competitive training. The facility also includes water for both canines and owners.
The dog park is adjacent to Newark Community Park, a 16-acres expanse of grass fields, lighted tennis courts, basketball courts and picnic tables with barbeque grills. The large children’s play area has slides and swings. It a
lso has a unique worm-like concrete structure with caves that promotes exploration and help improve a child’s coordination, dexterity and climbing ability. The park offers public restrooms plus wheelchair access and parking. More than a mile of walking paths traverse the quiet tree-filled park.
The NewBark Dog Park is a great space for pet owners to relax and interact their pets. Hours of operation are sunrise to sunset. No animals other than dogs are allowed within the park.
The new park benefits our furry companions and the entire community. For more information about the NewBark Dog Park visit: www.newark.org/departments/parks/parks-and-sportsfields
Last call for 2024 Art Scholarship Applications
Submitted by Gail Blalock
The deadline (April 19) for submitting applications for Art Scholarships is fast approaching. The Olive Hyde Art Guild will be awarding nine scholarships in May to Fremont High School seniors and Ohlone College students pursuing the visual arts in higher education. High school and college students will compete separately for the awards.
Applicants are encouraged to apply online at https://bit.ly/2024OliveHydeArtScholarship or visit https://olivehydeartguild.org/scholarships for paper applications. Additional information is available on the Guild’s website: https://olivehydeartguild.org.
OHAG 2024 Art Scholarship Applications
Deadline: April 19
Ohlone College presents Super Saturday
Submitted by Dr. Celina Barrios, Public Information Officer
Ohlone College will hold a Super Saturday Open House, inviting prospective students to explore opportunities awaiting them at our esteemed institution. The in-person event is scheduled for April 13, 2024, at the Fremont Campus. Activities include: application workshops, campus tours, classroom and lab demonstrations. As the Flea Market buzzes with activity, join us for a unique blend of exploration and entrepreneurial spirit.
Secure your spot at Ohlone.edu/24super. For more information, Contact Lauren Martinez at lm*********@oh****.edu or (510) 979-7437.
The event is free and open to the public. Parking on campus is free.
Fremont Campus Super Saturday Open House
Saturday, Apr 13
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Fremont Campus
43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont
Free
Ohlone College receives $75K Grant from California to bolster student mental health support through SafeSpace Partnership
Submitted by Dr. Celina Barrios, Public Information Officer
Ohlone College is thrilled to announce a $75,000 grant from a subcontract with SafeSpace Center. This grant will be instrumental in fortifying the college’s STEP Up program, furthering its mission to prioritize student mental health and well-being.
The generous funding from California’s SafeSpace Center signifies a significant investment in mental health education, advocacy, prevention, and early intervention programs throughout Alameda County. Ohlone College is proud to be a recipient of this grant, which will position community colleges throughout the county to be a place-based intervention for young people struggling with mental health to be part of a community institution.
“At Ohlone College, we are deeply committed to the holistic well-being of our students,” stated Dr. Sang Leng Trieu, Program Director of the STEP Up Mental Health Program at Ohlone College. “This grant will enable us to expand our efforts in promoting mental health awareness, providing essential resources, and fostering a supportive environment where our students can thrive academically and personally.”
The importance of mental health services in educational institutions cannot be overstated. As young adults navigate the challenges of academic life, social pressures, and personal growth, having access to comprehensive mental health support is essential for their success and overall well-being. Through initiatives like the STEP Up program, Ohlone College is demonstrating its commitment to addressing the mental health needs of its students proactively.
The partnership with SafeSpace Center aligns perfectly with Ohlone College’s dedication to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. SafeSpace Center’s focus on holistic approaches to mental health, including education, advocacy, and peer support, mirrors Ohlone’s values and goals in promoting student well-being.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with SafeSpace Center to further enhance our mental health initiatives,” added Dr. Trieu. “Together, we will continue to prioritize the mental health of our students and ensure that they have the resources and support they need to succeed.”
Ohlone College looks forward to the opportunities that this grant will provide in expanding its mental health services and fostering a culture of wellness on campus. By investing in student mental health, Ohlone College reaffirms its commitment to supporting the whole student and empowering them to achieve their academic and personal goals.
For more information about Ohlone College’s mental health initiatives and the STEP Up program, please visit ohlone.edu/stepup
SafeSpace Center is a prominent mental health organization dedicated to creating a stigma-free environment and providing accessible tools for individuals facing mental health challenges. Through education, advocacy, and support, SafeSpace Center empowers communities and promotes mental well-being.
STEP Up (Students Together in Education Preventi
on) is about the promotion of student mental health. It’s about the entire Ohlone College campus community supporting each other—and the health and academic success of our students. It’s about reducing stigma associated with mental health and encouraging help when help is needed.
Ohlone College and Fremont Chamber of Commerce host networking event
Submitted by Dr. Celina Barrios, Public Information Officer
Ohlone College, in collaboration with the Fremont Chamber of Commerce, hosted a dynamic networking event on March 27, aimed at introducing the college’s new president, Charles Sasaki, to the Fremont community. The event, spearheaded by Christopher D. Jensen, Ph.D., Director of Community & Corporate Education at Ohlone College, brought together key stakeholders to foster connections and gain insights into business and community developments.
Ohlone College stands as a leading educational provider of workforce solutions. Equipped with customized training programs and certificate courses, Ohlone College’s Corporate Education department ensures that companies have access to highly skilled workforces tailored.
During the event, President Charles Sasaki emphasized Ohlone College’s commitment to supporting industries. He reiterated the institution’s consistent ranking among the top educational providers. “We want to connect and be of service,” President Sasaki stated. “Together with the Corporate Education department, we aim to support all industries, ensuring a brighter future for our community and beyond.”
Christopher D. Jensen, Ph.D., emphasized the significance of corporate education in shaping the future of Fremont and the surrounding Bay Area communities. “Building strong relationships and investing in corporate education are pivotal for the prosperity of our region,” said Dr. Jensen. “Through collaborative efforts like this event, we can foster innovation, drive economic growth, and create opportunities for all.”
The event also marked a significant milestone in the partnership between Ohlone College and the Fremont Chamber of Commerce, symbolized by a commemorative coin presented to President Sasaki. In attendance at the event were leaders from across the college and the board of trustees, demonstrating a collective commitment to the success of the Fremont community.
Ohlone College looks forward to continuing its collaborations with the Fremont Chamber of Commerce and other community stakeholders.
Ohlone College
Park Happenings for April
Submitted by Dave Mason
SAVE THE DATE for the East Bay Regional Park District’s 90th Anniversary “ParkFest” on Saturday, May 11, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Lake Chabot Regional Park in Castro Valley. ParkFest is a community festival to celebrate the 90 years of East Bay Regional Parks and the Park District’s 90 years of service to the community. The event will have music, performances, a Kids’ Zone, hands-on fun, nature exhibits and displays, food trucks, eco-friendly activities, and more. Admission and parking are FREE.
2024 is the Park District’s 90th anniversary year, a remarkable milestone, and a reason to celebrate. Whether it’s taking a first hike, catching a first fish, or riding the steam train at Tilden, many of us have lasting memories and a deep appreciation for the Park District’s beautiful parks, shorelines, and trails.
Founded in 1934 by residents who, in the depths of the depression, elected to tax themselves to preserve and provide public access to nature, the Park District today has 73 parks, 55 miles of shoreline, and over 1,330 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and environmental education in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. For more information, visit www.ebparks.org/ParkFest.
April is prime wildflower season! As winter turns to spring, the East Bay parks transform into a beautiful sight as wildflowers begin to bloom from the end of March to the beginning of May. These floral displays delight the eye and provide essential nectar for native pollinators like bees and butterflies. To see these impressive displays of flowers and celebrate the season, visit a park, or join a variety of naturalist programs, including wildflower walks and hikes, videos, and art activities. For more information, visit www.ebparks.org/calendar and search “wildflowers.”
The Park District has begun the process of designing a replacement building for the Environmental Education Center (Tilden EEC) at the Tilden Nature Area. The third community meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 10, from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Zoom and will focus on preferred design options.
Built in the early 1970s, the Tilden EEC has served several generations and many thousands of visitors and parkgoers but is in need of major structural and functional changes. After careful assessment, the Park District has determined that building replacement, rather than rehabilitation, is necessary. The existing facility consists of two structures: the education center and a security residence. The Park District intends to replace these existing structures with a new facility of a similar size. The Tilden Little Farm is outside the scope of this project and will remain unchanged. Visit www.ebparks.org/tilden-eec-project for more information and to register for the meeting.
Clara Bow and Hoosier Charles Murray star at San Francisco Silent Film Festival
Submitted by James Patterson, life member of Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum
The long-lost film, “The Pill Pounder,” directed by Gregory La Cava (1892-1952), starred leading man Charles Murray (1872-1941). Newspapers described the film as a 2-reel comedy. Its original length would have been 15-25 minutes.
On June 8, 1923, the Rock Island (Illinois) Argus told its readers they would “get some healthy laughs from Charlie Murray’s comedy, ‘The Pill Pounder.’” The film has “much of the hokum for which Murray is famous, but it’ll get you chuckling just as all of this funny fellow’s screen stuff goes. The interrupted card game in the rear of the drugstore is alone worth the price of admission.”
Comic actor Murray, born in Laurel, Indiana, starred in more than 250 films, including the 1925 silent version of “The Wiza
rd of Oz.” He co-starred with some of the biggest silent film stars, including Charlie Chaplin, Fatty Arbuckle, Lionel Barrymore, Harry Carey, and, in separate films, The Gish Sisters, Dorothy and Lillian.
The discovery of “The Pill Pounder” is important not for Murray, who was 31 years old when the film was made, but for his 18-year-old female co-star, the beautiful and legendary Clara Bow (1905-1965).
The Brooklyn-born Bow got her start in films in 1922. “The Pill Pounder” is believed to have been her third film. The 1923 print ads for the film mentioned only the star, Charles Murray. In 2024, news about the film’s discovery mentions only Clara Bow.
After her role in the 1927 film “It,” Bow was globally celebrated as the “It” Girl. Bow had “It,” a timeless beauty and charm that passed too quickly. Bow retired from film in 1931. After a failed comeback attempt, she retired to a Nevada ranch.
In 2024, Bow, nearly 60 years after her death, has another comeback in a restored, century-old film. Taylor Swift’s new album “The Tortured Poets Department,” has a song titled “Clara Bow.” Clara Bow’s talent and reputation are big news in 2024. This is what 100 years of “It” can do to a timeless talent.
The restored version of “The Pill Pounder,” minus a few scenes, has its premiere at the 2024 San Francisco Silent Film Festival (SFSFF), running April 10 to 14. As a longtime member of the SFSFF, I eagerly await seeing the “It” Girl one more time. As a Hoosier, I also look forward to seeing comic Charles Murray.
“The Pill Pounder” Screening
Thursday, Apr 11
2 p.m.
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
3601 Lyon St., San Francisco
https://silentfilm.org/event/dancing-mothers/
Tickets: $20 general, $18 member, 12 and under free
Fremont Creates at Social Write-In
Submitted by Tish Davidson
April is Fremont Creates month, a city-wide celebration of the arts. In the spirit of the month, Fremont Area Writers invite everyone who has ever wanted to compose a poem, write about their life, or craft a spine-tingling tale to join the Zoom Social Write-In on April 13. Jumpstart your creativity and socialize with other people interested in writing. The event is free, and it is for everyone from students to octogenarians and from those just exploring writing to published pros. It is nota critique session. The format is completely non-judgmental. Your writing will simply be enjoyed by your fellow writers.
How the Zoom Write-In Works:
At the Write-In, the computer will randomly assign four writers to each Zoom room. Writers are given several word or photo prompts. Choose one prompt and write whatever comes to mind for 10 minutes. At the end of 10 minutes, each person in the room reads their response to the prompt. Because the writing time is short, there is no expectation that the results will be polished or even complete. Time to socialize and get to know each other follows the readings. Writers are then reassigned to a different Zoom room with different people and a new writing challenge. After the second writing period, stories are shared with others in the room followed by socializing.
The Write-In is sponsored by Fremont Area Writers, a branch of the California Writers Club. In addition to the Write-In, FAW meets on Zoom from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month where guest speakers discuss various aspects of writing and publishing. The speaker for the April 27 meeting is Irene Zabytko. She will speak on achieving the essential elements of a short story and how they differ from a novel. Zabytko has published four books and contributed to many anthologies. Her short writing has been read on National Public Radio. In addition, Zabytko is the writer and director of the award-winning short film Epiphany at Chornobyl based on her novel The Unwashed Sky.
You do not need to live in Fremont to join the write-in or general meetings. To participate in either event, please request the Zoom link from Scott Davidson at sc**************@ya***.com. More information is available at https://cwc-fremontareawriters.org.
Free Zoom Write-In
Saturday, April 13
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Free General Meeting
Saturday, April 27
2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Via Zoom
Request link from Scott Davidson: sc**************@ya***.com
FREE E-waste drop-off event at Logan High School
By Tri-CED Community Recycling
Tri-CED Community Recycling will host a FREE “Electronic Waste (E-Waste) Drop-Off Event” on Saturday April 13, 2024 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., at James Logan High School’s (1800 H Street) main parking lot on Alvarado-Niles Road. Our E-Waste events are provided at no additional cost to residents on behalf of UC Recycles and held in partnership with Civicorps, a fellow local non-profit workforce training program for young adults. We welcome all Union City residents to participate in recycling their unwanted E-Waste safely and responsibly.
Acceptable E-Waste items for recycling include: Television sets (all sizes), computer monitors, laptop computers, computer hard drives, computer keyboards and mice, printers (excluding industrial size), cell phones/old phones, DVD players, VCRs, stereo equipment, and fax machines (excluding industrial size). For a full list of acceptable items, please visit: www.Tri-CED.org.
Please note that the following items are prohibited and will not be collected at this event: Household hazardous waste (HHW), kitchen appliances, microwave ovens, vacuum cleaners, light bulbs and fluorescent tubes. Visit www.StopWaste.org/ReSource to learn how to properly dispose these items.
Tri-CED Community Recycling is a State-certified and designated E-Waste collection facility and has been handling E-Waste properly for almost 20 years. Residents are encouraged to drop off their E-Waste for recycling at our facility located at 33377 Western Avenue, Union City, throughout the year during operating hours on Tuesday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For additional information, contact Tri-CED at (510) 429-8030 or visit www.Tri-CED.org.
E-Waste Drop-Off Event
Saturday, Apr 13
8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
James Logan High School
main parking lot
1800 H St., Union City
2024 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate Competition
Submitted by Alicia Reyes
Applications for the 2024 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate competition are open and will be accepted April 1-30. Now in its fourth year, the countywide competition celebrates teen poets committed to artistic excellence and social impact in Alameda County. The announcement coincides with National Poetry Month, a month-long celebration in April that recognizes the contributions of poets and the significance of poetry in our lives.
The selected 2024 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate will serve as an ambassador to inspire civic engagement, social justice, cultural awareness, and literary excellence among young people in the County. The Laureate will:
- Perform at public events throughout the year.
- Receive a MacBook and a suite of Apple products.
- Have their poetry featured in a published anthology with other Youth Poet Laureates.
The Laureate and Vice-Laureate will also be eligible to compete in the State of California and West Regional Youth Poet Laureate competitions.
The library received 52 submissions in 2023—more than double the previous year. Brian Guan was named the 2023 Youth Poet Laureate, and Sunwoo (Sunny) Eom was named the 2023 Youth Poet Vice-Laureate. There were four finalists.
Guan provided words of encouragement for this year’s applicants: “My main advice is to apply, no matter what inhibitions you may harbor. Serving as the 2023 Youth Poet Laureate has unlocked a whole new world of opportunities for me, and even at the finalist level, you will find yourself invited to events and readings where you can share your writing with new, welcoming audiences. It is invigorating. While it may be easy to feel intimidated by the sheer scope of teen talent we have in the Bay Area, please know that your creative voice has incredible value. You deserve to be heard!”
“Poetry ignites creative expression, increases empathy, and gives us a window into the lives of others,” said Deb Sica, Acting County Librarian. “When teen poets speak their truth, they plant the seeds for the change we need today and tomorrow. We must continue to listen and learn from them.”
Previous winners have gone on to compete on a regional and national level. Zoe Dorado, the Inaugural 2021 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate from Castro Valley, was named the 2024 West Regional Youth Poet Laureate and this April will compete in the 2024 National Youth Poet Laureate Competition in Washington, D.C. Brian Guan, 2023 Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate, also competed in the regional competition and placed as a runner-up.
Teens ages 13 through 18 who live in Alameda County are eligible to apply, and finalists will be announced at the end of August. Applicants must submit:
- Three original poems.
- An artist statement depicting who they are and what poetry means to them.
- A biography
- A reference from an adult sponsor.
- Contact information for a parent/guardian if the applicant is under 18.
For more information about the Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate competition, including the application process, visit aclibrary.org/youth-poet.
This year’s winners and finalists will be selected by a panel of judges from the Bay Area spoken word and restorative justice communities, and are judged based on the content, craft, and voice of their work. The Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate competition is made possible with the partnership and support of Urban Word and the Alameda County Library Foundation.
Alameda County Youth Poet Laureate Competition
Application Deadline: April 30, 2024
aclibrary.org/youth-poet
The 2024 Dodge Hornet – Eco Power & Euro Style
By Michael Coates
The last Dodge I test drove—several years ago—was a fire-breathing sedan. It was loud, fast and didn’t even make a head fake toward environmental issues, other than turning in slightly better fuel economy numbers than its 1970s predecessors did decades ago.
Fast forward to 2024, and Dodge is now introducing electric versions of those bad boy cars—as fast or faster, but running on nothing but electrons. Change is coming, and this month’s test car—the Dodge Hornet—is the harbinger of those changes—a compact crossover that holds onto the Dodge performance heritage while throwing in the potential to plug-in and drive electric. Some added spice comes from the Italian panache that underlies much of the car.
Dodge is entering the hot segment—electrified compact SUV/crossovers are no longer scarce or exotic. Almost every automaker has an offering—or more—from best sellers by Toyota and Honda to strong contenders at Kia, Hyundai and Jeep. This has become a segment where you should be able to find almost exactly the vehicle that fits your lifestyle and pocketbook.
Still a Land of Choices
The variety available is even evident in Dodge’s Hornet. It comes in four different trim levels featuring two powertrains. All models have an electric component and include all-wheel drive. The four trims, with their retail pricing (including the destination charge):
- GT AWD – $32,995
- GT Plus AWD – $37,995
- R/T EQWD – $42,995
- R/T Plus EAWD – $47,995
The GT and R/T have two different engine choices—a non-plug-in hybrid for the GT, and the plug-in hybrid we tested for the R/T. In this case, the plug-in had a smaller turbocharged engine, but with its electric motor boost it hit the magic mark to deliver the most power of the two (288 horsepower and 383 pound-feet of torque), but also had better fuel economy. The plug-in R/T also delivers 33 miles of all-electric range on top of its 29 mpg combined numbers. The GT models hit a more modest 21 mpg city/29 highway/24 combined. All models can tow up to 2,000 pounds.
Stand Out or Stand Alone
If you want to blend in with your neighbors’ RAV4s, CR-Vs and Broncos, you’ve picked the wrong car. On the other hand, if you want to be noticed and like to spend time explaining your vehicle choice and what exactly a Hornet is, then this is your ride.
The Hornet has an international flavor, one not atypical in the modern multinational auto industry. If the bright colors available remind you of the Mediterranean, it might be because they’re largely shared with the Italian Alfa Romeo Tonale, which also lends more substantial technology to the Dodge, its stablemate in the Stellantis corporation.
The Italian flare (and hardware) resulted in a sporty feel, more of a driver’s car than many of the compact SUVs on the market. The engine backed up the handling with plenty of on-demand power for on-road challenges. Drawbacks include a second row that’s inhospitable for full-size adults for any length of time. But it has storage space in the rear so it succeeds in basic SUV functionality.
What is not small is the UConnect infotainment center’s screen, which measure 10.25 inches diagonally. Not only is it generous in size, it’s also relatively easy to use compared with some of the tech manual-heavy competition. The Hornet offers a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, Amazon Alexa and a solid group of standard and optional safety technologies.
The Dodge Hornet, now in its second year, is playing with a tough, experienced crowd, but it looks like it has the chops to carve out its own band of cheerleaders.
History Matters
April 1 to April 15, 2024
A feature courtesy of The Grateful American Book Prize
Showing our children that their past is a prelude to their future.
By David Bruce Smith
A year after Woodrow Wilson’s presidency opened in 1913, World War I ramped up in Sarajevo; four years later he requested congressional authorization to dispatch troops to Germany.
“Wilson went on to lead what was at the time the largest war-mobilization effort in the country’s history,” according to History.com. “At first, Wilson asked only for volunteer soldiers, but soon realized voluntary enlistment would not raise a sufficient number of troops and signed the Selective Service Act in May 1917. The Selective Service Act required men between 21 and 35 years of age to register for the draft, increasing the size of the army from 200,000 troops to four million by the end of the war. One of the infantrymen who volunteered for active duty was future President Harry S. Truman.”
The Grateful American Book Prize recommends Nico Mendina’s What Was World War I?
The Civil War was the bloodiest in American History—with approximately six hundred and twenty thousand casualties—from the North and the South, combined. The conflict started in 1861 and ended April 9, 1865, with Robert E. Lee’s ceding of his armed troops to General Ulysses S. Grant in Appomattox, Virginia.
“Lee and Grant, both holding the highest rank in their respective armies, had known each other slightly during the Mexican War [1846-1848] and exchanged awkward personal inquiries. Characteristically, Grant arrived in his muddy field uniform while Lee had turned out in full dress attire, complete with sash and sword. Lee asked for the terms, and Grant hurriedly wrote them out. All officers and men were to be pardoned, and they would be sent home with their private property–most important, the horses, which could be used for a late spring planting. Officers would keep their side arms, and Lee’s starving men would be given Union rations,” History.com reports.
The Grateful American Book Prize recommends Ethan S. Rafuse’s Robert E. Lee and the Fall of the Confederacy, 1863-1865.
On April 14, 1865, the country’s jubilant End-of-War celebration veered into woe. President Lincoln was dead, shot “the night before by John Wilkes Booth, an actor and Confederate sympathizer.”
According to History.com, Booth was determined to avenge the outcome of the war. “Learning that Lincoln was to attend Laura Keene’s acclaimed performance in Our American Cousin at Ford’s Theater…Booth plotted the simultaneous assassination[s] of Lincoln, Vice President Andrew Johnson, and Secretary of State William H. Seward. By murdering the president and two of his possible successors, Booth and his conspirators hoped to throw the U.S. government into a paralyzing disarray…On the evening of April 14, conspirator Lewis T. Powell burst into Secretary of State Seward’s home, seriously wounding him and three others, while George A. Atzerodt, assigned to Vice President Johnson, lost his nerve and fled. Meanwhile, just after 10 p.m., Booth entered Lincoln’s private box unnoticed and shot the president with a single bullet in the back of his head.”
The Grateful American Book Prize suggests James L. Swanson’s Manhunt: The 12-Day Chase for Lincoln’s Killer.
The feature is courtesy of The Grateful American Book Prize, which is an annual award given to authors who have created outstanding works of historical fiction or nonfiction for seventh to ninth graders.
Sister Corn
By Pat Kite
The Navaho people, Native Americans, believe First Man and First Woman originated from two ears of corn, white and yellow. Regardless of past and future names, all the corn we know today had its ancestors in Indian corn. Each corn color had its own significance, depending on the tribe. Colors were sorted and stored separately for planned replanting.
The ancestor of corn was a wild grass called teosinte. After a bit of fussing, i.e. selective breeding, people developed a two-inch corn ear. Nine thousand years passed. You can still find Indian corn plants, with cobs about five inches long.
Corn, often called “maize,” is part of a group entitled the “Three Sisters.” These are usually planted together: corn, bean and squash. The corn is upright, the bean vines lean on the corn for structure, and the large squash leaves give shade.
Just as there are a great many past and present Native American tribes, there are a great many stories. Here is one of the shorter ones from the Abenaki. The man lived alone but he was lonesome. One day a beautiful woman appeared. She told him to set fire to a field. Then he was to drag her across the burnt field.
If obedient, she would then always be with him. He fussed about this, but eventually did as instructed. The woman told the man to look for stalks that appear as grass. These stalks would later have what looked like hair. Then the woman vanished. When corn eventually grew, it was surrounded by cornstalk silk. The lonely man now knew the lovely woman would always be with him, as promised.
Corn is now available in single and multiple colors. Gardening ideas? Black Aztec, an heirloom grown by Aztecs 2,000 years ago. Seneca Red Stalker, flint corn with red-purple stalks and husks. Smoke Signals, a popcorn version with kernels pink, blue, mahogany, yellow and white.
If you just want to try growing modern varieties, highly recommended is Stowell’s Evergreen. You will need potting mix or the equivalent, a site with about seven sun hours, and water access. Plant seeds about two inches deep. Don’t let soil dry out but don’t drown the plants. “Moisturize” is the word. And harken to the old rhyme: One for the cutworm, One for the crow, One for the blackbird and three to grow. It’s another garden challenge, but always a joy.
2024 Winning Flowers for your garden and containers
By Melinda Myers
Photos courtesy of All-America Selections
Make some room in your garden or containers for the new All-America Selections 2024 National award-winning plants. These winning varieties are tested in trial gardens across the United States and Canada. Volunteer judges rate entries based on their improved performance, flavor, disease resistance, and other unique qualities related to their performance in gardens and containers.
Celosia burning embers was selected for its bronze foliage with dark pink veins that contrasts with its vibrant pink flowers. Like other celosias, this variety is heat, humidity, and drought tolerant. Grow it in a container or garden bed in a sunny location. Grow plenty as you will want to pick a few to add to summer bouquets and dried arrangements.
Siam Gold marigold is another season-long bloomer that thrives in full sun and tolerates heat and drought. The three-to-four-inch double flowers top 18 to 20” tall plants that do not need staking. Purchase transplants or extend your planting budget by starting these seeds right in the garden.
Interspecific Solarscape® XL Pink Jewel impatiens offers a tropical look and feel to full and partly sunny locations. You’ll enjoy flowers all season long as well as this plant’s superior disease resistance, including resistance to downy mildew disease. Grow this in mass in garden beds and borders or in a few containers on your patio, deck, or balcony.
Sure Shot™ White Petunia can tolerate a variety of weather conditions including heat, cold rain, and sunshine. This petunia hybrid grows eight to ten inches tall and works well in containers, hanging baskets, and garden beds. You’ll enjoy the lightly fragrant flowers that help attract bees and other pollinators to your gardens.
EnViva™ Pink petchoa is a cultivar of a petunia and calibrachoa hybrid. This variety wowed the judges with its mounded habit that persisted throughout the growing season. The bright pink flowers with yellow throat held up through heat and rain. Grow these in containers, hanging baskets, and garden beds.
Sweetheart Kisses verbena adds a vibrant mix of red, rose, pink, and a bit of white to full and partly sunny spots in your landscape. The airy foliage creates a nice backdrop for the flowers. Use it as an annual groundcover, edger in a flower bed or mixed border, or in a container alone or mixed with other annuals. Then watch for the butterflies and bees stopping by the flowers.
Big EEZE Pink Batik geranium’s unique pink and white mosaic blooms perform as well as other members of the Big EEZE series. The plant produces an abundance of flowers of equal size and coloration. It performed well in full to part sun in containers and garden beds.
Combine these winners with your other favorite flowers to create a stunning landscape and eye-catching containers this growing season.
Melinda Myers has written more than 20 gardening books, including Midwest Gardener’s Handbook, 2nd 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. Myers’ website is www.MelindaMyers.com.
Fremont City Council
March 19, 2024
Consent Calendar
- Approve payment of $252,647 to settle retroactive component of prevailing wage extraordinary adjustment claim with Republic Services.
- Award agreements and authorize on-call tree maintenance and general groundwork and debris removal services agreements with BrightView Tree Services, Rapid Response and West Coast Arborists.
- Approve the closeout of completed capital projects and partial defunding of selected projects.
- Approval of agreements for on-call environmental and Soil Testing consulting Services in the amount of $1,250,000 per agreement with Millennium Consulting Associates, Partner Engineering and Science, and TRC Solutions, Inc.
Mayor Lily Mei Aye
Yang Shao Aye
Teresa Cox Aye
Raj Salwan Aye
Desrie Campbell Aye
Jenny Kassan Aye
Teresa Keng Aye
Newark’s Mayor Michael Hannon
By Jack Alcorn
Newark is the smallest of the Tri-City burgs with roughly 48,000 residents. Retaining a small town atmosphere, great schools and parks, Newark is a great place to live, shop, work and play. I recently had the opportunity to speak with the town’s Mayor, Michael Hannon. Here are some of his thoughts about the city.
What do you see as Newark’s greatest strength?
“Our greatest strength is really the community at large. Our community is comprised of really a mixture of all races. We have a wide mixture of
different religions, cultures and ethnicities in our community. I think that’s what makes us great, ” said the Mayor.
Any vulnerabilities you see for Newark?
“I think our vulnerabilities are not much different than any other community in the Bay Area – Affordable housing. We really are now focused on affordable housing in Newark.”
The Mayor seemed excited about his current negotiation efforts with Brookfield Properties to continue plans to build 1,500 housing units at the site of the New Park Mall parking structure. The ambitious project will include a number of affordable housing units and will revitalize the aging mall. “We really need to create that housing to keep folks in our community,” said Mayor Hannon.
What is your vision for Newark?
“Creating a safe community, not just safe, but where residents feel safe,” said the Mayor.
The Mayor spoke proudly of Newark’s Police Department and exiting Police Chief Gina Anderson. He also shared some thoughts on the direction of public safety in Newark, “We are dealing with an increase in stolen vehicles and things of that nature . So I want to stay focused on really those crime issues that are affecting our community and to do that we need to make sure we get our Police Department fully staffed.”
Hannon is a highly visible mayor who walks his golden retriever all over town. The Mayor named the community as his top priority. “I want to make sure that I’m accountable and accessible. When I give my business card to somebody it has my cell phone on it, so people can call me directly. If they call me or text me or e-mail me, they’re going to get a call from me within the next 24 – 48 hours because I take my responsibility seriously as a public servant. I’m here to serve you as a resident, and that’s my top priority.”
What can you share about the work of the Newark City Council?
“We have a mixture of different folks who sit on the council…I think the Council works well together. We have what we call in Newark ‘The Newark Way’ and if you were to define it, it’s we work together to put forward the initiatives of the community.”
Regarding community initiatives, the Mayor said, “If you look at our last Parks Master Plan, the three priorities we heard from the community were the following: one, we want a dog park, two, we want a sports field with turf, and three, we want a skateboard park. We were able to implement all three of their priorities. So the community is coming back now with a new list of priorities for parks. For example, I’m hearing pickleball might be something that they want to see happen, cricket pitch they may want to see happen. So our responsibility as council members and the mayor is to implement the community priorities.”
The Mayor added, “The Facilities Master Plan -we don’t have a cultural center, a cultural arts center, an events center in Newark. I want to see that happen. I want to be able to have the kids in our community who are putting on plays and musicals and things of that nature have a venue where people can go and feel comfortable and watch these performances.”
Mayor Hannon has a broad history of public and community service. A councilmember since 2014, he has served as president of the Stop Waste Board and the Newark Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. He is a prior president of the Newark Rotary Club and has volunteered as a driver for the Life Elder Care-Meals on Wheels program.
Since his election as Mayor in 2022 Hannon has guided the City toward numerous progressive accomplishments. With $42 million of State of California Homekey funding, Newark converted an underutilized hotel into housing for 130 residents. Half of the people who benefited from this project were homeless and the others were receiving housing vouchers.
The opening of a new Costco was another milestone for Newark. Hannon remarked, “We look at the 1 or 2 million dollars in sales tax revenue that they’ll bring into our city, which will then allow us to provide other services to our community.”
Mayor Hannon grew up in Castro Valley, went to Morrow High School, and met Kathleen, his wife of 45 years at the University of Portland. The Mayor said that family is most important to him. From a large family himself, he has 7 children and 10 grandchildren. “I consider the Newark residents part of my family. When they talk to me or when they interact with me…it’s like talking to one of my kids. I’m going to stay focused…sit down and talk to them as long as they want to chat on any issue that is of importance to them,” said Mayor Hannon.
Serve on a County Board or Commission
Submitted by Alameda County District 2 Supervisor Elisa Marquez
Boards and Commissions – District 2 openings for Residents of Hayward (incorporated), Union City, Newark and portions of Fremont:
- Commission on the Status of Women
- Objective: The purpose of the Commission is to help eliminate discrimination and prejudice against women in such areas as housing, employment, health services, childcare, education, transportation, credit, legal rights and community services.
- Agency: Social Services Agency
- Term: 2 years
- Meetings:10 meetings per year — 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6 p.m.
- Location:2000 San Pablo Ave # 445, Oakland
- Qualifications: Must be a resident and woman who reflects the general population in age, race, religion and socio-economic status.
- District 2: One opening available to Newark, Union City or Fremont (District 2) residents
- Assessment Appeals Board
- Objective: Serves as the Board of Equalization for the County of Alameda.
- Agency: County Administrator’s Office
- Term: 3 years
- Location: 1221 Oak St, Oakland
- Meetings: As needed, Monday and Wednesday
- Qualifications: Five years minimum experience as a licensed Real Estate Broker, Attorney or Appraiser or Certified Public Accountant. Two openings available to District 2 residents.
- Housing and Community Development Advisory Board
- Objective: Define needs relating to funding projects of Federal Housing and Community Development Act.
- Established: Dec. 9, 1975
- Term: 4 years
- Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of odd months, 7 p.m.
- Location: 224 West Winton Avenue, Room 108 Hayward
- Qualifications: Must be residents of District 2. One opening available for residents interested in housing issues, specifically from Newark, Union City or Fremont (District 2) residents.
To qualify, you must either live or work in District 2. Read about the Commissions at www.acgov.org/bnc/#/board
For further information, contact Ginny DeMartini, gi*************@ac***.org and/or (510) 670-6150. Please send a resume and request an application.
Cal State East Bay Athletics Remembers Dr. Cal Caplan
Submitted by CSUEB Athletic Communications
With great sadness and memory, Cal State East Bay Athletics mourns the loss of Dr. Cal Caplan, whose legacy will be forever carried in the Pioneer community. He was more than a coach as he bridged athletics and academics once he arrived on the Hayward campus.
Dr. Caplan started his time with the Pioneers in 1968 as he coached the men’s water polo team until 1991. He led the Pioneers to a Far Western Conference championship in 1977 and 1981. In 1975, the Pioneers went 29-4 and achieved an NCAA Small College Championship.
Dr. Caplan was also a diving coach at Cal State East Bay, as his coaching produced divers competing at the national level including Pioneers Hall of Famers Lori Stilson and Jana Wilson.
Academically, he started the Exercise Physiology graduate program on the Hayward campus. Additionally, Caplan was involved with the faculty governance and local academic senate, as well as serving on several committees.
For 18 years, Caplan was on the coaching staff for Cal State East Bay women’s water polo, which during that time, the Pioneers won the 2008 Collegiate III National Championship.
In 2006, Dr. Caplan was inducted into the Pioneers Hall of Fame.
Below are some reflections on Dr. Caplan’s legacy to the Pioneer community:
Cal State East Bay water polo head coach Lisa Cooper:
“Cappy was a huge part of our program. He had an extreme passion for everything Cal State East Bay and loved kinesiology, athletics and water polo. He was my mentor for many, many years and I am going to miss talking with him every day about water polo and about life.”
Associate Vice President/Director of Athletics Allison Kern:
“Coach Cal has left an indelible legacy within the Pioneer Community. Generations of athletes, students, coaches and faculty members have been influenced by his leadership and commitment to growing people around him. We certainly wouldn’t be where we are today without his selfless commitment to Cal State Hayward/East Bay.”
A celebration of Dr. Cal Caplan’s life will take place at a date to be determined. Prior to Friday’s water polo match at Pioneer Pool, there was a celebration to honor Dr. Caplan, known as the “We Play for Cappy Game” when the Pioneers hosted Fresno Pacific.
Pioneer Water Polo Wins Pair of Matches in Southern California
Submitted by CSUEB Athletic Communications
On Thursday, April 4, Cal State East Bay women’s water polo played two matches at two separate sites. In the first match of the day, the Pioneers took control early and cruised to a 14-6 victory over La Verne. In Thursday’s afternoon match, CSUEB won 17-7 at Whittier. Cal State East Bay has won seven straight matches to improve to 15-10 overall.
Cal State East Bay 14, La Verne 6
The Pioneers took a quick 4-0 lead in the first quarter with two of the four goals from Hope Grantham. The Leopards were able to score three of the next four goals, but Alex Andrist found the net at the 2:46 mark of the second quarter for a 6-3 lead at halftime.
CSUEB maintained its lead throughout the second half, and ultimately pulled away for a 14-6 victory.
- Grantham scored three goals in the first match of the day.
- With two goals each were Alex Andrist and Raisa Guisado.
- Kohia Rego had two assists.
- Defensively, Luna Sarmiento had two steals.
Cal State East Bay 17, Whittier 7
Cal State East Bay dominated the first quarter, outscoring the Poets 7-1 with three goals from Andrist. The domination continued into the second quarter with a 5-1 advantage, after goals for the Pioneers from Audrey Dexter, Rachel Heredia, Logan Cherry, Lola Gill and Emily Clapham for a 12-2 halftime lead.
Although the Poets outscored CSUEB 4-2 in the third quarter, the Pioneers had a 3-1 advantage in the fourth quarter to cruise to a 17-7 win over Whittier.
- Andrist scored three goals in the second game for a total of five on the day.
- Two goals each were scored by Bailey Barlow, Gill, Heredia and Sarmiento.
- Andrist also had a pair of assists, along with Ingrid Rubio Miro and Jordan Jarandson.
Renegades erase early deficit to beat Gavilan 17-10, earn series sweep
Submitted by Ohlone College Athletics
Scotty Pieper went 2 for 3 with and triple and 4 RBI to help lead Ohlone College to an impressive 17-10 come-from-behind win at Gavilan College on Monday.
The Renegades fell behind early but were able to rally back for the victory. Gavilan put up five runs in the bottom of the second inning on its way to building up an 8-2 advantage after three innings.
But Ohlone slowly began to chip away. A five-run, fourth-inning surge, led by a two-run single from Carson Burnett, got the Renegades within a run at 8-7. The Rams responded with two more runs of their own to extend their lead to 10-7.
But from that point, it was all Ohlone.
The Renegades exploded for 10 runs over the final four frames. Ohlone scored three runs in the sixth, two in the seventh, three more in the eighth, and closed it out with a pair of runs in the ninth.
Matt Leiterman smacked a two-run double in the seventh as part of a 3 for 5 day at the plate. Carson Burnett (2 for 5) drove in a pair of runs.
Ohlone put the pressure on the base paths, stealing a season-high nine bases in the contest.
After some shaky pitching to open the game, Ben Thompson picked up the win with a pair of scoreless innings. Diego Menjivar allowed just one hit and struck out four over the final 3 innings on his way to the save.
Ohlone closed out the Coast Conference South Division sweep after taking the opener at Gavilan 7-2 on Tuesday and winning Game 2 at home on Thursday 13-3. The Renegades improved to 19-10 overall and 6-2 in the Coast South.
Ohlone Strong Showing at Chabot Swim Invitational
By Eric Donato
The much-deserved reprieve from the recent rainy days delivered a sunny but nippy day of swimming competition in Livermore this weekend. This past Saturday, April 6th, Chabot College (Hayward) hosted an exciting invitational swim meet. The host’s swimming facility was under repair, so the event was relocated to Las Positas College in Livermore. Eleven Bay Area community colleges, including the local area school, Ohlone College (Fremont), participated in the event. The other participating colleges at the swim meet were De Anza (Cupertino), Foothill (Los Altos Hill), Laney (Oakland), Las Positas (Livermore), Sacramento City, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Rosa, and Solano (Fairfield). The busy all-day invitational had action-packed preliminary heats leading to the 34 individual and team swimming events, with a total of 128 men and women collegiate swimmers.
Ohlone College once again proved their mettle in the annual invitational. Fabian Taplin, a standout performer, clinched first place in the Men’s 200-yard butterfly with a time of 2:07.42. He also dominated the Men’s 500-yard freestyle, securing first place with a time of 4.59.10. Taplin’s success was not limited to individual events, as he also shared a second-place team relay for the Men’s 200-yard freestyle along with teammates Moataz Bayoumi, Arjan Behrooz and, Christopher James with an improved time of 1:34.41. Another notable Ohlone standout at the swim invitational was Moataz Bayoumi, who won first place in the 100-yard fly with a time of 53.93, besting his previous record.
When asked about his confidence in placing in his events, the former James Logan High School alumnus Taplin replied, “It’s not even so much the placing. At the end of the day, you’re kind of just racing yourself every single opportunity that you have and just trying to drop as much time as you can personally going into Champs. So, that was a good race for confidence, definitely.”
Taplin noted that winning is never predictable, “The first half of the race is always going to be close. It’s always that back end, trying to not come up so soon. Everybody else, they come up a lot earlier, so I know if I can get a good turn, get a good breath going into that wall, I can stay down a little bit longer. A lot of Michael Phelps film over the years watching.” Next school year, he is moving on to compete at the division three level when he plans to transfer to UC San Cruz to pursue his Business Communications degree. Reflecting on his time at Ohlone College, “It’s been a ton of fun. Working really hard in the classroom in the Fall so that I can kind of lay back a little bit in the Spring and focus on just being an athlete. Being able to find that balance between fun and focus the last two years, has definitely been an experience. Just loads of fun, but a lot of life lessons along the way for sure.”
Ohlone Assistant Coach Elias Mendez commented on the swim meet preparation, “It’s been a season-long preparation; Coach Jensen (Chen) and myself have been working a lot with not only just the strength and conditioning, but a lot of the prepping them with the fundamentals and trying to minimize the mistakes, so that by Champs (2024 Coast Conference Championships) we are good to go. Pretty much we have a wide range of swimmers. Some are relatively newer and then some very experienced. But so far, I feel like each meet has come with improvement from just top to bottom of the quality of our swimmers.” Noting the team’s improvement from last year, he added, “I would say our floor is definitely higher, our overall average, compared to last year.” Besides coaching the men’s and women’s swim teams, Coach Elias is also the head coach of the Ohlone water polo team. His own swimming history is close to home, being a member of the Washington High School and Ohlone College swim teams and continuing to San Jose State. He was also with the local swim club, Glenmoor Stingrays.
The collegiate swimming action continues to the 2024 Coast Conference Championships, hosted locally again at Chabot College. The conference’s preliminary and final swimming events are scheduled for April 18 to April 20.
Special Needs Talent Showcase 10th Anniversary
Submitted by Friends of Children with Special Needs
Photos source www.specialneedstalentshowcase.org
Get ready for a thrilling 10th anniversary celebration of extraordinary talents and remarkable abilities! Join us in awe as our exceptional performers with special needs vie for the coveted top three winner spots, the People’s Choice Award, and the Showmanship Award.
Originating in 2012 as an in-house talent show exclusively for Friends of Children with Special Needs’ (FCSN) clients and their families, the competition rapidly gained popularity. Initially hosted at FCSN’s Fremont Center, the event’s success resonated beyond our immediate community, capturing the interest of the wider special needs community.
In response to the overwhelming enthusiasm, in 2015, FCSN took a bold step to expand the showcase, extending an open invitation to individuals and groups outside the FCSN community. Auditions flourished at the FCSN Fremont Center, leading to the grand finale at the Santa Clara Convention Center Theater. Since the pandemic, our online auditions attracted talented individuals around the world to pursue their dreams and receive the recognition they deserve.
Prepare for an unforgettable experience as our expert judges personally witness and evaluate these phenomenal performances. The six judges each have their area of expertise including cello soloist, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, talk show hosting, acting and more. This year, FCSN introduces a first-time judge to the panel, Dion Lim. Lim is an Emmy Award-winning TV news anchor and reporter for ABC7/KGO-TV in San Fracisco. She has most notably become the voice against Asian hate as she shed light on Asian-American assault in the Bay Area during the pandemic. At the forefront of the event is returning emcee Matt Keller. Keller has participated in each Special Needs Talent Showcase since its inception in 2015. His wonderful sense of humor and personality won the audience over and kept them thoroughly entertained.
Can’t make it in person? No worries! Catch the excitement live online through our exclusive streaming for virtual ticket holders. Don’t miss the chance to witness this sensational show – it’s a must-see event of unparalleled magnificence. Finalist include talents from cellist and pianist to an arial hoop dancer.
For more information about the Special Needs Showcase visit www.specialneedstalentshowcase.org.
Special Needs Talent Showcase
Saturday, Apr 13
4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Doors open: 3:30 p.m.
Santa Clara Convention Center Theater
5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara
www.specialneedstalentshowcase.org
Tickets: $10 – $50
Volunteer Recognition Awards acknowledge local people, organizations
Submitted by Laurie Gebhard
The City of Newark recently held its Volunteer Recognition Program honoring both individuals who volunteer directly at the City, and individuals nominated for the prestigious, Viola Blythe Awards, named after a woman who dedicated her life to helping those in need. Volunteers were treated to an evening of fun that included a cruise ship-themed party with dinner, entertainment, and award presentation.
The City of Newark is thrilled to announce the winners of the Viola Blythe Awards:
Viola Blythe Group Award: Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
The Center is where trained rehabilitators provide specialized care for injured, orphaned, displaced, and/or distressed urban wildlife in order to release them back into their native habitat. The Center stayed open through COVID with a volunteer staff of only five people caring for over 800 animals. Last year, due to the highly pathogenic Avian Influenza, they completely revamped their intake and cleaning protocols to protect themselves and animal guests from exposure to the deadly virus. Volunteers dedicated over 2,000 hours caring for animals between the end of May and mid-September last year.
Viola Blythe Senior Award: Lucy Wong
Wong volunteers with Newark Police Department. With the rising theft of catalytic converters, the police department implemented a pilot Catalytic Converter Label Identification program. Almost 840 catalytic converter thefts in Newark as of 2019 were identified, of which 43 were determined repeat victims. Lucy contacted each of the victims of the catalytic converter thefts and offered the free labeling service for their vehicles.
Viola Blythe Volunteer of the Year: Mary Gorman
Gorman volunteers with the Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center. She has been an ardent and dedicated volunteer since the Center’s opening in 1990. She has acted as the open house tour guide, served on the board, and managed volunteers. Gorman has since retired from her full-time job and has become the Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Assistant Manager. In addition, most animals that come into the center are in need of 24-hour care, and she has cared for many in her home.
These remarkable individuals and teams have gone above and beyond in the service to others, embodying the spirit of compassion, generosity, and community.
“Newark is filled with an exceptional number of individuals and groups who enhance the quality of life in so many ways,” said Mayor Michael Hannon. “Without volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to hold many of the programs or services that are provided throughout our community.”
The City of Newark extends its heartfelt congratulations to all the winners of the Viola Blythe Awards and thank City volunteers and the individuals who volunteer within our community for their unselfish and dedicated work.
For more information about the City of Newark’s volunteer programs, visit the City’s website at www.newark.org or contact Assistant to the City Manager Laurie Gebhard at la************@ne****.org.
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
Eid-Al-Fitr Mubarak/Greetings
Assalam Alaikum,
(Peace be upon you)
Through Tri-City Voice, I wish all Muslims in general and the Bay area Muslim community in particular A very Happy Eid-Al-Fitr/Greetings. At the end of this Holy month (Ramadan), Eid is finally here to grace us with happiness and prosperity. May this day be ever so joyful for us!
I hope this Eid may bring lasting peace in the Middle East.
Don’t forget those who have lost their lives in Gaza and the starving children of Palestine.
Eid-Al-Fitr will be celebrated by the Muslim community either on April 10 or April 11 depending on moonsighting.
Zafar Yousufzai
Fremont
Continuing Events:
Mondays and Thursdays
Food Garden Volunteer
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Learning from experienced gardeners.
LEAF CR Stone Garden
55 Mowry Ave., Fremont
vo*******@fr*********.org
Volunteer agreement form is required.
Tuesdays
East Bay Games Meet
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
German/Euro style board games and card games.
Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave., Newark
(510) 936-2523
meetup.com/east-bay-games
Tuesdays
LEGO® Time
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Use your imagination and engineering skills to create your own LEGO® designs.
Centerville library
3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont
(510) 795-2629
Drop-in. For everyone.
Tuesdays
Music and Storytime
11:30 am – 12:00 pm
Join us for stories, music, and movement.
Cherryland Community Center
278 Hampton Road, Hayward
(510) 626-8522
For babies, toddlers, kids, and preschoolers.
Tuesdays
Comfort & Joy Ukulele R
1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
A group of ukulele players with volunteer leaders to practice familiar songs as well as learning new.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Tuesdays
East Indian Seniors R
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Anyone who is retired and of Indian origin or interested in Indian culture is welcome to join us.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Second and Fourth Tuesdays of the month
Wednesdays
Folk Dancing Social R
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Join together in the wonderful spirit of dancing and savor the beautiful music from all over the world.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Wednesdays
Book Club AWC R
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
The book club meets for stimulating discussions.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Second and fourth Wednesdays of the month
Thursdays
International Folk Dancing R$
11:15 pm – 1:00 pm
Celebrate the cultural roots and traditional life of various countries.
Age Well Center at South Fremont
47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont
(510) 742-7529
In English and Chinese.
Thursdays
Bocce Ball Class R
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Learn how to play Bocce Ball.
Age Well Center at South Fremont
47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont
(510) 742-7529
Rain will cancel class.
Thursdays
Chinese Calligraphy Social R
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Bring your own supplies and socialize and have fun while doing calligraphy.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
There is no teaching on site.
Thursdays
Historic Days
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ride a narrow-gauge train, tour the beautifully restored Patterson House Museum. Every historic day ends with an animal feeding at 3 pm. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Disabled accessible. Ardenwood admission fee applies.
Ardenwood Farms
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
(510) 544-2797
Thursdays
Chinese Music Ensemble R
1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Open to all who are interested in performing traditional Chinese music.
Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth
40086 Paseo Padre Pkwy., Fremont
(510) 790-6606
Thursday, April 18 – June 8
Image Central Spring Exhibition
The Annual Spring Exhibition at the ImageCentral Gallery (formerly PhotoCentral) has bloomed once again. This exhibition showcases work from over 20+ artist from many walks of life! An eclectic group show with amazing images to match. ImageCentral is proud to continue this cultivation of the visual arts communi
ty from the first Spring Exhibition in 1987. Come support your local Bay Area community events and art scene. Vote for your favorite image at the reception and help crown the People’s Choice Awards! Celebrate this fun extravaganza with us, take in the imagery, meet the artist’s, make memories, and acquire some incredible art! The event is free and the public is invited.
Image Central Gallery
1099 E St., Hayward
(510) 881-6721
Thursdays
Family Board Game Night
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Play together with family and friends, or make some new friends at the library.
Centerville library
3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont
(510) 795-2629
Board games will be provided.
Thursdays
The Peaceful Poets
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Join a Milpitas-based group of writers and appreciators of poetry.
Milpitas Public Library
160 N Main St., Milpitas
(408) 262-1171
For teens, adults, and seniors.
Last Thursdays of the month
Thursday, April 4 – Saturday, May 25
Human Essence
12 noon – 5 pm
The Olive Hyde Art Gallery proudly presents HumanEssence ‐ a photography exhibition featuring portraits by Suszi Lurie McFadden paired with abstracts by Brandon Stauffer. All are invited to our opening reception on Friday, April 12, 7 – 9 pm to meet the artists and enjoy the night with fellow art enthusiasts. Join us for an artist talk April 19 at 12 Noon.
Olive Hyde Gallery
123 Washington Blvd. Fremont
(510) 791-4357
Thursdays and Saturdays
Story Time
10:30 am – 11:00 am
Picture book story time
Banter Bookshop
3768 Capitol Ave. Ste. F, Fremont
(510) 565-1004
bit.ly/3VFpbc
Fridays, December 29 – May 10
Go: The Game R
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm
Go is an ancient game of strategy. To learn the game or to play it.
Union City Library
34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City
(510) 745-1464
All ages and levels
Friday – Saturday, through April 27
‘Birds! Birds! Birds!’ exhibition
11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Exhibit celebrates beauty and diversity of birdlife
Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center
4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward
(510) 670-7270
Fridays and Saturdays
Free Telescope Viewings
7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Join Chabot astronomers on the Observatory Deck for a free telescope viewing!
Chabot Space and Science Center
10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland
(510) 336-7300
chabotspace.org/calendar
Weather permitting.
Saturday, April 4 – Saturday, June 4
Sun Gallery Climate Justice Exhibit
Thurs, Fri, Sun: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Sat: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Local artist submissions with the theme “Climate Justice: World Peace & Security.”
Sun Gallery
1015 E. St., Hayward
(510) 581-4050
Saturdays
Laugh Track City R$
8:00 pm
Series of improvised games and scenes
Made Up Theatre
4000 Bay St. suite B., Fremont
(510) 573-3633
madeuptheatre.com
Saturdays
Free Beginner Pickleball Lesson
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Free pickleball lesson taught by a USPA professional.
Hall Memorial Park
304 La Honda Dr, Milpitas
(408) 586-3210
Drop-in. Weather permitting.
Saturdays
Teen Cohort for Outdoor Education R$
10 am – 4 pm
Meet new friends, build outdoor skills, and get to know your community as we participate in activities, such as Hayward Shoreline Hike and Clean-Up, Quarry Lakes Excursion; Coyote Hills Excursion; Fishing; rock climbing on our 28-foot rock wall, hiking; and a Sulphur Creek Guided Tour.
Ashland Community Center
1530 167th Avenue, San Leandro
Noel Munivez: (510) 317-2303
Sundays
Farmyard Games
1:00 pm
Join us for some old-fashioned fun! Try your hand at classic American pastimes including stilts, sack races, and the potato-spoon race. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Ardenwood admission fee applies.
Ardenwood Farms
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
(510) 544-2797
Sundays
Weekly meditation Session R
8:30 am – 9:30 am
Explore the effortless way to ultimate bliss.
India Communi
ty Center
525 Los Coches St., Milpitas
(408) 934-1130
samarpanmeditationusa.org
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Sundays – Saturdays
Recreational Swim $
12:30 pm – 5:00 pm
Attractions may vary.
Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center
6800 Mowry Ave., Newark
(510) 578-4620
bit.ly/3nxo0is
Sundays
Larry “O” Teen Workshop
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Used bikes, bike parts for sale and bike repair.
Larry Orozco Teen Workshop
33623 Mission Blvd., Union City
(510) 675-5487
www.unioncity.org/723/Larry-O-Teen-Workshop
Ro*****@un*******.org
Donation accepted.
Second and fourth Sundays of the month
Upcoming Events
Thursday, April 11
AP & Senior Showcase at MEGA
2:30 pm – 5:00 pm
MEGA, the Mt. Eden Gallery of Art, is proud to present the finest work from students in AP Drawing & 3D Design and Seniors in all art classes. This show features work from our top artists. If you miss the reception, the work will remain on display through May 2nd. Stop by to check out the show any day at lunch or on Thursdays until 5 pm.
Mt. Eden High School
2300 Panama St., Hayward
Friday, April 12
Theatre Chorus: Stage and Screen
8:00 pm
The Douglas Morrisson Theatre is thrilled to present Stage and Screen, a selection of music from movies, Broadway, and opera directed by Cesar Cancino. Come out and support the local arts and enjoy a magical night of music.
Douglas Morrisson Theatre
22311 N 3rd St., Hayward
Fridy, April 12
HumanEssence Opening Reception
7 pm – 9 pm
The Olive Hyde Art Gallery proudly presents HumanEssence ‐ a photography exhibition featuring portraits by Suszi Lurie McFadden paired with abstracts by Brandon Stauffer. Meet the artists and enjoy the night with fellow art enthusiasts.
Olive Hyde Gallery
123 Washington Blvd. Fremont
(510) 791-4357
Saturday, April 13
Master Gardener Talk: Compost
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Making your own compost has so many benefits, including saving money on fertilizers. Learn how to at-home composting and the basics of worm boxes. This event is free to the public.
Hayward Community Gardens
24919 Whitman Street, Hayward
Saturday, April 13
Sun Gallery Climate Justice Artists Reception
1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Local artist submissions with the theme “Climate Justice: World Peace & Security.”
Sun Gallery
1015 E. St., Hayward
(510) 581-4050
Saturday, April 13
Groovin’ Back to the 60’s: Celebrating 60 years
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Groovy vibes, live and silent auctions, complete BBQ dinner, peace, love and rock n’ roll
Niles Canyon Mobile Home Park
711 Old Canyon Road, Fremont
Saturday, April 13
Spring Showcase & Ice-Cream Social
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The event will feature band, choir, and drama performances. Members of the nationally-ranked Newark Memorial High School Rocketry Club will be present to talk about their accomplishments.
Newark Memorial High School
39375 Cedar Blvd., Newark
Free
Saturday, April 13
FREE Waste Drop-Off Event
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Recycle your unwanted Electronic Waste (E-Waste) safely and responsibly for FREE. Open to all Union City residents.
James Logan High School Parking Lot
1800 H Street, Union City
Saturday, April 13
Sheep Shearing Day
11 am – 3 pm
Special 90th Anniversary Presentation! Spring has sprung and it is time for the sheep’s annual “haircut.” See the farm’s sheep get sheared, try your hand at wool carding, and watch fiber transform into yarn on a spinning wheel. You can even make your own wooly lamb to take home.
www.ebparks.org/celebrating-90-years
(510) 544-2797
Ardenwood Farms
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
Saturday, April 13
Spring Pop Up On The Promenade
11 am – 4 pm
Join us for the last pop up of its kind! Shop local for homemade goods, art, plants, music, kids activities and more! And catch the of the “Black History Month- The Art of Hip Hop” for the last day on display!
Studio 11 Gallery
34626 11th St., Union City
Saturday, April 13
Ohlone College Super Saturday Open House
10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Application workshops, campus tours, classroom/lab demonstrations join us at the Fremont campus for a unique blend of exploration and entrepreneurial spirit.
Contact Lauren Martinez at lm*********@oh****.edu
(510) 979-7437
Ohlone College
43600 Mission Blvd., Fremont
Saturday, April 13
Special Needs Talent Showcase
4 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Doors open: 3:30 p.m.
Exceptional performers with special needs vie for the coveted top three winner spots, the People’s Choice Award, and the Showmanship Award.
Santa Clara Convention Center Theater
5001 Great America Pkwy., Santa Clara
www.specialneedstalentshowcase.org
Tickets: $10 – $50
Sunday, April 14
Teen Figure Drawing
1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Teen Figure Drawing is a weekly figure drawing event where teens can practice their drawing skills! Volunteers pose as live figures for you to sketch, no artistic skill required. Hang out, chat, meet new people, practice drawing!
Fremont Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
(510) 745-1400
Sunday, April 14
Stage and Screen
8:00 pm
The Morrisson Theatre Chorus will be presenting “Stage and Screen”, showcasing music from movies, Broadway and opera. Take a trip down memory lane with favorite tunes by Cole Porter, Stephen Sondeim and George Gershwin, to name a few. This popular concert will also feature talented soloists. And you won’t want to miss the MTC men as they swing to Jailhouse Rock! Director Cesar Cancino’s musical knowledge and witty anecdotes will enhance the evening. Be ready for a concert of memorable, romantic and toe tapping music.
Douglas Morrisson Theatre
22311 Third St., Hayward
Monday, April 15
This is Who I am – Come and Hear My Story
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Come and hear the stories of those who lived in this area for over forty years and experienced misunderstanding and racism, hear the stories of those who had to flee their country when their life was in danger. We have so much to share with you. We will have a question and answer at the end of the presentation. Please bring your questions.
Newark Library
37055 Newark Blvd., Newark
(510) 284-0675
Tuesday, April 16
Creating Art with Eloise Shelton-Mayo (Oil and Cold Wax)
5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Join us for a relaxing night of creating artwork with a talented mixed-media artist and an art teacher Eloise Shelton-Mayo. She has taught for over a decade in the Hampton Roads area in Virginia, including teaching art and design at Tidewater Community College’s Visual Arts Center.
Newark Library
37055 Newark Blvd., Newark
(510) 284-0675
Tuesday, April 16
Author Event – For Forks Sake
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Rachael J. Brown shares her family’s story, along with tried-and-true tips and tricks, to simplify the science of Whole Food, Plant-Based, No Oil (WFPBNO) and jump-start the journey to better health for you, your family, and the planet. With this 10-day guide, say goodbye to the Standard American Diet (SAD) and start eating better, feeling better, and saving more money with a HAPPY (healthy and plant-powered—yay!) diet.
Banter Bookshop
3768 Capitol Ave., Ste F, Fremont
(510) 565-1004
Thursday, April 18
Gardening Series: Big Gardens in Small Spaces
6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Growing in containers is a great way to start a garden or add on to maximize your already existing garden possibilities! Topics will include: maintaining soil fertility, best plants for container gardens & succession planting will be covered. Drop-in program. No registration required.
Union City Library
34007 Alvarado-Niles Blvd., Union City
(510) 745-7464
Friday, April 19 – Monday, April 29
Douglas Morrisson Theatre Presents: Anastasia
Tony Award-winning musical as a full-scale production. Anastasia is based on the 1997 animated film. The survival of Anatasia, the youngest member of the Romanov family, after the Bolshevik Revolution has long been part of Russian folklore. Anya (Anastasia), a Russian orphan, travels from Russia across Europe to Paris to discover the secrets of who she once was.
Douglas Morrisson Theatre
22311 Third St., Hayward
(510) 881-6777
Douglasmorrissontheatre.thundertix.com
Saturday, April 20
LOV Casino Night: Fiesta Fantastica!
Doors open 5:30 pm
Dinner 6:00 pm, Bingo 6:30 pm, Casino 7:30 pm
Live music, thrilling casino games, karaoke and dining. Nonstop entertainment.
Swiss Park
5911 Mowry Ave., Newark
(510) 793-6272
Saturday, April 20
Arab American Heritage Month- Egyptian Music
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Newark Library is hosting Music in-Takht, an instrumental ensemble dedicated to sharing and preserving Egyptian musical heritage around the San Francisco Bay Area
Newark Library
37055 Newark Blvd., Newark
(510) 284-0675
Saturday, April 20
Celebrate Earth Day
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join ForestR.org and other partners for an Earth Day celebration! Activities include: seeds from the seed library, plant swap, harvest swap, children’s activities and revitalization of Sage Park (starting at 2:00 p.m.). All ages are welcome to join us for this fun and informative event.
Castro Valley Library
3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley
(510) 667-7900
Saturday, April 20
Explore the Paranormal at Meek Mansion and McConaghy House
Experienced investigators lead attendees through the properties with access to all non-restricted areas. Data collected on previous investigations include electronic voice phenomena (EVP), cold spots, touches, apparitions and much more.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Proceeds support the ongoing maintenance and preservation of these historic properties. Equipment is not provided. Ages 18+
Meek Mansion
17365 Boston Road, Hayward
(510) 581-0223
Tickets are $75
Saturday, April 20
Fremont’s Earth Day Fair
11:00am – 3:00 pm
Explore how you can contribute to a more sustainable future, while enjoying a day full of fun, learning, and community spirit. Dive into Earth Day-themed art, games, and creative activities.
Food trucks, confidential document shredding, free basic bike tune-ups, eyeglasses donation, and more!
Fremont Downtown Event Center & Plaza
3500 Capitol Ave., Fremont
Saturday, April 20
ART Inc.: Susan Chan art demo
2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Her work has graced the halls of the De Young Museum, Liaoning Provincial Museum, Liu Hai-Su Museum National Chiang Kia-Shek Memorial Hall
Bring your imagination and create the landscape of your dreams.
Adobe Art Gallery
20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley
Sunday, April 21
Old World Bake Sale
12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Featuring traditional Easter foods from Greece, Russian, Ukraine and the Middle East and more
St. Christina Orthodox Church
3721 Parish Ave., Fremont
Sunday, April 21
Piano Concert
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Join us as San Jose State University music students perform their spring piano recital! All ages are welcome.
Newark Library
37055 Newark Blvd., Newark
(510) 284-0675
Sunday, April 21
Wildflower, Art, & Garden Show
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Spring Wildflower Festival and Garden Tour is a Spring Festival where dozens of vendors showcase and sell everything from plants and flowers to seeds, bulbs, garden décor, art, quilts, and much more. Many homeowners in Niles also open up their gardens for public tours. The event is free to the public, but if you wish to take the garden tour you must purchase a ticket.
Garden tour starts outside My Friends and I store located at 37521 Niles Blvd, Fremont
Niles Town Plaza
37482 Niles Blvd., Fremont
(510) 857-6512
Sunday, April 21
Earth Day Event
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
For over 50 years we have set aside time in April to bring attention to the climate issues facing our home planet. Earth Day is also a time to highlight the different ways we are combating climate issues around the world. Discover more about local organizations helping to fight climate change here in the Bay Area through hands-on activities, guest speakers and more. Spend the day learning about the different ways local organizations are helping conserve our home planet, Earth.
Chobot Space & Science Center
1000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland
510-363-7300
Sunday, April 21
Wood Stove Treats
Drop by the country kitchen and sample a baked treat fresh out of the wood-burning stove. See some of the challenges of cooking before the invention of modern appliances. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Ardenwood admission fee applies.
(510) 544-2797
Ardenwood Farms
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
Wednesday, April 24
Robotic Knee Surgery and Muscle-sparing Anterior Hip Surgery
Dr. Alexander P. Sah, Medical co-director of the Institute for Joint Restoration and research, will describe robotic knee technologies and the benefits of an anterior approach to hip replacement.
Washington Hospital
2500 Mowry Ave., Fremont
Anderson Auditorium
Friday, April 26 – Sunday, April 28
Castro Valley Friends of the Library Book Sale
Fri: 6 pm – 8 pm
Sat: 10 am – 4 pm
Sun: 1 pm – 4 pm
The Castro Valley Friends of the Library will hold a big book sale this weekend! With a member preview sale from 6 pm to 8 pm. You can join or renew your membership at the door to gain entrance. There will be an excellent selection of fiction and nonfiction for all ages, as well as audiobooks, CDs, and DVDs, all at bargain prices. On Sunday you can fill a bag with items and pay only $5 per bag!
Castro Valley Library
3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley
(510) 667-7900
Saturday, April 27
HERS Breast Cancer Foundation’s 15th Annual People with Purpose Gala
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Event elements will include a reception with a delicious signature pink cocktail and access to a full bar, fundraising games, silent and live auctions, a three-course dinner with wine, our HERS awards
presentation and much more.
The Club at Castlewood
707 Country Club Drive, Pleasanton
Saturday, April 27
Fremont Stake Blood Drive
8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Emergency Preparedness and Wellness Convention
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
Scott Creek Chapel
48950 Green Valley Road, Fremont
Saturday, April 27
5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Races
7:00 am: Check in
8:00 am: Races start
5K / Race, chip-timed, designed for serious runners, walkers, fitness-minded people, outdoor enthusiasts, and just for FUN!
James Logan High School Track
1800 H Street, Union City
Saturday, April 27
Fremont Creates Grand Final Event
11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Four venues at Fremont Downtown Events Center (DTEC), multiple performances scheduled simultaneously, makerspace with activities for children, exhibits, food trucks. Informational space for sponsors, performers, organizations
Fremont Downtown Event Center
3500 Capital Ave., Fremont
Saturday, April 27
Lit Hop DownTown Hayward Day
2:00 pm – 8:00 pm
We’ll hop from place to place to different venues near B Street to hear performances including the AfroSurreal Writers Association, students from Chabot College, a bilingual Spanish/English reading, the Queer Writers, local Horror Writers’ and Mystery Writers’ Association chapters, the Peer Writers’ Group and much more. The event concludes with an afterparty at the Odd Fellows Lodge where we will have music, food and drinks.
Various locations
B St., Hayward
Haywardlithop.com
Saturday, April 27
Photo Day at the Museum
11:00 am – 1:00 pm
We are aiming to show the diverse stories of Hayward as we gear up for the City’s 150th birthday in 2026. Do you have family photos that show moments in time worth being remembered for generations to come? Bring them to the HAHS Museum on this day to be scanned and digitally added to our collection. You keep the original! Please limit to 12 photos per person.
Hayward Area Historical Society
22380 Foothill Blvd., Hayward
Saturday, April 27
Ohlone Games
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Learn to play games of skill and chance practiced by Ohlone people since time immemorial and to this day. Win prizes and make your own game to take home! All ages. Parent participation required.
Coyote Hills, Fremont
EB********@eb*****.org
(510) 544-3213
Saturday, April 27
Mission San Jose Chamber of Commerce presents:2nd Annual Fair
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Arts, mosaic, celebrating arts, culture and creativity
Ellsworth and Washington Blvd., Fremont
msjchamber.org
Sunday, April 28
United We Sing Children’s Showcase Concert
3:00 pm
Castro Valley Center for the Arts
19501 Redwood Road, Castro Valley
Sunday, April 28
Stilt Walking
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Want to be taller? Improve your balance? Give stilts a try. It’s fun. Guess why farmers used these fun tools in the past. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. Ardenwood admission fee applies.
(510) 544-2797
Ardenwood Farms
34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont
Sunday, April 28
Sunday Music at Garin
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Bring your musical instruments to the Red Barn at Garin for some whimsical old-time feel and pleasant tunes to learn and play along to. Please bring your own string instruments. 10+yrs. Parent participation required. Parking fees apply where charged. Wheelchair accessible. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required.
(510) 544-3220.
Garin Regional Park
1320 Garin Ave., Hayward
Sunday, April 28
The Soul of Chinese Cuisine
2:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Join us for an interactive event to learn the history and production process of a Chinese cuisine staple: soy sauce. This event is for adults only and will be presented in Mandarin with English interpretation available upon request.
Fremont Library
2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont
(510) 745-1400
Friday, May 3
Garden Club Plant Sale
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Many varieties of flowers, herbs, vegetables, succulents and other plants. There will be house plants for indoor gardeners. Tips on maintaining your plants, ask the gardeners staffing the tables. Proceeds benefit garden club
activities and Age Well Center
Age Well Center, Fremont
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