05-30-23 Articles

Let It Grow: Community joins fight to save Union City’s last farm

By Hugo Vera

On Wednesday, May 24, students from James Logan High School, civil servants, and other local community leaders gathered at the busy intersection of Alvarado Boulevard and Decoto Road to protest plans from the Union City Council to build a freeway and high-density housing over the city’s last remaining, family-operated farm.

First purchased for farming by the Peterson family in 1884, the roughly 37-acre piece of land has been under the stewardship of the Ramirez family for the last 40 years. Nearly 140 years after its establishment, the original farmhouse on the land built by the Petersons can still be seen opposite Quarry Lakes on the Union City-Fremont border. The property belongs to the State of California, and the City of Union City never purchased the land back for its appraised value of over $90 million. However, this did not stop negotiations between the city and CalTrans for plans that could literally alter the geography of the region itself.

“Under the terms of the Purchase and Sale Agreement, the city of Union City would have six years to sell the property to a private developer,” says Liz Ames. In addition to serving as BART Director for District 6, Ames is chair of “Save Our Hills,” an organization dedicated to the preservation of the East Bay’s few remaining areas of undeveloped land.

“As a result of the agreement, Union City authorized the City Manager to work with the California Transportation Commission to purchase the 37-acre property for the development of housing and the proposed East West Connector (EWC), not recognizing our 77-acre parkland deficit,” Ames adds.

With the prospect of this development worsening the ongoing gentrification, ecological and unaffordable housing crisis in Union City, students from James Logan High School (JLHS) mobilized to join the fight for equity and environmental justice. Among those aiding them has been JLHS guidance counselor Abigail Andrade.

“Land is important for many reasons and we know that when these developers come in that the roads are not for us. The housing is not for us. What is being constructed is not for us and for this community, which is why we need to show them that we will not be pushed out,” says Andrade.

Throughout the protest, demonstrators shouted chants such as “Do no harm, save our farm!,” “Let it grow! [in reference to Dr. Suess’ The Lorax] and “It’s not free real estate, jobs at stake!” Representatives from other social justice-oriented organizations with sympathies for the cause also took to the streets to help.

“As a Filipino-American I come from a country where more than 50% of the population are farmers. Land is very important, and the fact that there’s only one farm left in Union City is sad, but it’s also why we need to fight to save it,” says Kristal Osorio of Malaya Tri-City.

Many passing cars honked in solidarity and the crowd grew to nearly 40 participants by the end of the assembly. For organizers such as Ames and Andrade, the turnout from the youth is a positive indicator of where the struggle to save the Ramirez Farm is heading.

“While it can seem bleak and it may seem like all we do is lose, we have to look at our past and remember the wins as well,” concludes Andrade. “We may be underdogs in this fight but so was David when he took on Goliath. As long as we stay focused on one another and support each other we will prevail.”

www.saveunioncityhills.com

 

 

Beethoven in the house!

By Madhvika Singh

Music has a profound impact on our mind, body and soul that it is no wonder we use the phrase “music to one’s ears” to describe something that pleases us to the core. For the past 56 years, Bay Philharmonic (formerly Fremont Symphony) has aimed to present imaginative and unusually entertaining shows to bring such joy to Bay Area’s audiences.

One such show is the upcoming “Bay Phil Plays Beethoven” playing June 4 at the Performing Arts Center in James Logan High School in Union City. This show will feature award-winning pianist, improviser, and composer, Charlie Albright; Bay Philharmonic’s visionary conductor Jung-Ho Pak; along with the 50-piece Bay Philharmonic.

Jung-Ho Pak will lead the Bay Philharmonic in two of Beethoven’s most beloved works—the rhythmically exciting “Seventh Symphony” and the virtuosic “Third Piano Concerto.” Guest soloist Charlie Albright promises to create dazzling moments on the spot—just like Beethoven did. Pak says, “This is not a symphony concert, but an opportunity to have a ridiculous amount of fun and joy!”

Pak joined the Bay Philharmonic last year as the organization’s first artistic director and conductor. “I have been seeking an opportunity to create something radically different from a traditional symphonic model,” says Pak, and he found that in Bay Philharmonic. “We do not exist for ourselves or for the art, but instead for everyone, including those who don’t feel connected to the performing arts,” he added. Pak has used this approach successfully in the past with other organizations and hopes to bring the same with Bay Philharmonic.

When Pak became familiar with Albright and his style, he was intrigued by how similar their approach to classical music was. “Charlie is not a classical musician in the traditional sense of the word. He understands the very rare quality of joy,” says Pak. They then met over Zoom, and their connection was instantaneous. “I love to have a ridiculous amount of fun when I conduct, and Charlie tries to do the same on the piano. We both believe that classical music needs to evolve in a dramatic way, and you will definitely see this come through at the show,” Pak added.

“When I was three and a half, I climbed up onto an old garage-sale upright piano that we had in the living room. Apparently, I started playing Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star by ear,” shared Albright, who gave his first public performance at the age of four, and has been performing ever since. He learned piano by ear from various teachers until he was seven, when he began learning classical music. Albright has a unique approach to music, and he strives to connect with his audience. “When I perform, I hope to ‘move’ people through my music. I would rather miss a bunch of notes and move someone to tears than play everything perfectly in a technical sense but not ‘say’ anything through the performance,” shared Albright. For him, improvisation and having fun during a performance is key. “Whether it be a short piece, or a full sonata based on a few notes recommended by random audience members, I have a blast incorporating improvisation in my recitals and concerto performances.”

Beaming with confidence and excitement, Albright is looking to bring the same spirit of improvisation to the upcoming concert. “In the Beethoven 3rd Concerto, which we’ll be performing at this concert, there is a cadenza (a piano solo) section in the first movement. Instead of playing what is written as a suggested cadenza option, I will make something up on the spot! With improvisation, you never know what you’re gonna get!” shared Albright.

Excitement, joy, beauty, and fun are also what Pak has in mind as he looks to mold Bay Philharmonic’s future. “We are creating interactive shows, and moving beyond the past audience-symphony paradigm. I would like to have the audience feel like they are participants in the creative process,” shared Pak. To drive the transformation home, Pak is adopting a simplified yet more powerful vision statement for Bay Philharmonic, “Enrich the Soul. Inspire the Mind,” and is driving a culture shift. “I am focused on inspiring our musicians to be more expressive and riskier on stage with me,” he added.

The upcoming show is a part of that transformation, which includes creating entertaining shows that integrate technology and feature exciting soloists like Albright. “This show will illustrate how Beethoven was more of a radical anarchist than he is given credit for. He was a virtuoso improviser and we have an exciting soloist in Charlie to demonstrate what that means. We don’t just play great music, we paint stories,” he added.

Looking towards the next generation of performing artists and musicians, Albright and Pak both believe that one has to find one’s true passion. When you find the thing that is in harmony with your heart, only then can magic happen.

 

Bay Phil Plays Beethoven

Sunday, Jun 4

3:00 p.m.

James Logan High School

Performing Arts Center

1800 H St., Union City

(510) 371-4860

https://bayphil.org/

Tickets: $35 to $67

 

 

San Leandro celebrates all things Cherry

Submitted by City of San Leandro

 Come to historic Downtown San Leandro on June 3 and check out live music, vendors, local food, fun zone, and most of all… CHERRIES! The San Leandro “Cherry Festival” is a long-standing tradition celebrating our past, present and future. The first Cherry Festival was held in 1909. Many things have changed over the years but what remains unchanged is the sense of identity and pride the Cherry Festival brings to the San Leandro community!

The Cherry Parade kicks off at 10 a.m. from the San Leandro BART station, with festive floats, classic cars, and creative costumes. Cheer on community organizations as they make their way down Parrot Street, heading North on East 14th Street towards San Leandro Main Library on Estudillo Avenue.

Dance the day away at the Main Stage! Enjoy music from a diverse array of local artists ranging from R&B to Latin rhythm. This year’s lineup includes The Sanleandroids, Hella Fitzgerald, The Purple Ones, and Latin Rhythm Boys. Win a prize and have a laugh in the Fun Zone. Check out the vendor market and find new favorites from local artists and creators.

Explore the Cherry Market and sample delicious fresh cherries. Grab a bite to eat from a wide selection of local vendors, then head to the beer garden and enjoy a beverage from San Leandro breweries and sangria from the Chamber of Commerce.

At the annual Cherry Pie Contest locals will compete for the title of “Best Cherry Pie in the Cherry City.” There will be three categories: Traditional Pies, Non-Traditional Pies, and Kids Pies. No pre-registration needed. Bring your pie, pie recipe (on a 3 x 5-inch index card) and completed entry form (available online). Pie must be turned in between 11:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to the Pie Contest Booth. Multiple entries are allowed, participants can enter one pie per category. No late entries accepted. Judging will be held at the Cherry Festival.

Take BART to the San Leandro Cherry Parade! Check out their online trip planner at https://www.bart.gov/planner.

 

San Leandro Cherry Festival

Saturday, Jun 3

10 a.m. Parade

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. Festival

Downtown San Leandro

San Leandro Blvd. & W. Estudillo Ave.

https://downtownsanleandro.com/cherryfest/

 

 

Cherries: The sweetest treat of the season

By John Schinkel

Sweet, round, and vibrant in color and flavor, Cherries are back for their season in California! Most farmers’ markets, grocery stores, and farm stands are selling the sweet treat by the pound, to be enjoyed whole or transformed into delicious desserts, spreads, and sauces. While we were blessed with a great deal of much-needed rain this year, it has had its effect on the season, pushing the cherry harvest back a bit. Due to this, we can expect to see cherries available throughout much of the summer.

Cherries are a type of drupe (or stone fruit) packed with fiber, antioxidants, and vitamins A, C, and K. Unlike some other fruits and vegetables high in these nutrients, cherries can be enjoyed straight off the tree without any additional preparation (following a good wash, of course).

Speaking of a good wash, doing so is a necessary step in increasing the life of picked cherries. A common method for increasing their longevity prior to storing them in the refrigerator is to follow these three steps: Rinse, soak in cold salt water for 10-15 minutes, and dry. Rinsing takes dust and dirt off the fruit, while soaking them in salt water removes bacteria on the outer layer that otherwise speeds up decomposition, and drying the fruit after this process helps prevent mold from forming.

While you can always buy good cherries locally, I have found it more fun to pick them myself! In our backyard (the East Bay’s backyard, that is) you’ll find many U-pick locations in Brentwood, where Bing cherries are the star of the show. Search in your browser for “U-Pick Brentwood,” and you’ll be instantly provided with dozens of options for this year’s harvest, with options expanding far beyond cherries.

To spend some time in the field, I visited JAG Family Farms in Westley (near Patterson), a 150-acre farm founded and owned by a longtime Fremont family since 1995. The pristinely-aligned orchards are lush with Corals, Royal, Tulare, Royal Lynn, Royal Hazel, and Brooks cherry trees producing some of the sweetest fruit I have ever tasted. During my visit, I picked what must have been at least ten pounds of Corals, the primary variety grown on the property. This Coral is exceptionally gorgeous in color, large in size, and on the same sweetness level as the beloved Bing varietal. JAG does not sell directly to consumers, nor is it open to the public. However, take a closer look at the cherries you buy at local supermarkets, and you just might see their name in the fine print.

One of my very favorite ways to use fresh cherries is through my take on the classic dessert originally created by Auguste Escoffier for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee in 1897. It is a great way to finish a delicious meal, and impress your guests!

 

Cherries Jubilee

Serves 3-4   |   30 minutes   |   Intermediate

 

1 pound Coral cherries, pitted

½ cups white sugar

¼ cup brown sugar

2 tablespoons cornstarch

⅓ cup cold water

2 tablespoons orange juice

Zest of one orange (with some peel preserved)

Good vanilla ice cream for serving

⅓ cup brandy

In a wide sauté pan or saucepan, mix together sugars and cornstarch. Add cold water, orange juice, and zest. Bring to a boil over high heat, being sure to whisk until the sauce thickens. Add cherries and bring to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Turn heat up to high, and add brandy. Ignite by either lighting with a lighter or carefully tipping the pan to catch the flame of a gas burner. Shake the pan until the flame is gone. Serve immediately over ice cream, garnish with orange peel. Enjoy!

John Schinkel is a lifelong Fremont resident who completed his culinary education at Laney College in Oakland. He specializes in, and has a passion for French, Italian, and modern American cuisines. Professionally, he works in nonprofit development. His spare time is spent as President of the Rotary Club of Mission San Jose, Fremont Elks Lodge 2121, and the Washington Hospital Healthcare Foundation. John resides in Niles with his fiancé, Marty.

 

 

Butterfly and Bird Festival

Submitted by East Bay Regional Park District

On Sunday, June 4, join us at our annual celebration to connect with parks, people, and pollinators!

At the “Butterfly and Bird Festival,” enjoy garden tours, family-friendly activities, special presentations, music, and more! This community event is dedicated to supporting the health of pollinators and increasing the number of species of butterflies, birds, and local pollinators across our Bay Area landscapes through wildlife-friendly gardens.

The event is appropriate for all ages; parent participation required. Parking fees apply where charged. This is a drop-in program; no registration is required. For information, call (510) 544-3220.

 

Butterfly and Bird Festival

Sunday, Jun 4

10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Coyote Hills

8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont

(510) 544-3220

www.ebparks.org

 

 

Local students place in International Career Development Conference

By Nanki Kaur

Financial literacy is a topic often overlooked in today’s school curriculum. Though a few textbooks might cover finance as a whole, the importance of financial literacy is certainly not emphasized enough, especially in an age of constant economic change. However, the International Career Development Conference (ICDC) is designed to combat the lack of financial literacy curricula. ICDC is an international competition between high school DECA chapters, which are clubs dedicated to engaging students in the business and marketing fields.

For Washington High School students Aviram Jithesh and Sanjana Chaudhari, learning about financial literacy became a familiar concept through both DECA and their Business Ownership course. For Jithesh, joining Washington’s DECA club was a means of preparing for the future. “I thought it was a community I would fit into. I felt like it was good to learn about the business and financial world because that will probably become [a major aspect] of my life as soon as I grow up.” The students’ Business Ownership teacher, Vincent Wu, shared that qualifying for ICDC was no easy feat, but the students’ dedication and commitment to the subject brought them success. “They both worked hard and they both self-studied virtual business accounting. So, they had to learn to teach themselves much of the accounting material. It showed how much they worked hard, how focused they were, and how determined they were,” Wu expressed.

For this year’s ICDC competition, sponsored by Knowledge Matters organization, students worked with simulations that provided them with various scenarios and challenges to work out. In October of 2022, Jithesh partook in the virtual business accounting challenges, ranking among the top ten in the nation for the program, allowing him to advance to the ICDC competition. “I would say one of the biggest advantages they’ve given me is understanding the business world. The accounting simulation gave me a lot of understanding that I didn’t have before financial statements and other documents that had to do with the financial aspect of a business, or personal life as well,” he said. Chaudhari, who ranked first place in the western region on a separate ground, shared a similar perspective towards the simulations, noting that they “showed [her] how businesses worked in real life and allowed [her] to connect the skills [she] learned in class to the real world.” She also shared that “it was a thrilling experience being on stage in front of everyone and running [her] business,” during the initial rounds of the competition.

In late April 2023, the students competed in the final rounds of the ICDC in Orlando, Florida. After two rounds of competitions across two days, both Jithesh and Chaudhari had placed among the top ten in the world for their respective categories. Jithesh and his team won second place in the world for the Virtual Business Challenge Accounting, while Chaudhari and her team placed sixth in the world in the same category. The students were elated to be recognized on this international platform. “Connecting with people from all around the world was eye-opening and enjoyable,” Jithesh reflected on the competition. “Overall, ICDC was a great experience for me as a first year competitor, and I definitely look forward to it in the years to come.”

 

 

Future residents of Mission Peak Village tour Mountain View cohousing

Submitted by Evelyn LaTorre and Jane Mueller

Three days after receiving approval of the Mission Peak Village project by Fremont Planning Commission in May 2023, future residents toured the eight-year-old Mountain View Cohousing Community (MVCC) for advice and inspiration. The tour guides were Susan and David Burwen, who were involved in all aspects of the development of MVCC from its inception. Mission Peak Village will soon be the first cohousing community built in Southern Alameda County, and its members have repeatedly looked to MVCC for guidance.

“No one has ever left MVCC,” said founder Susan Burwen, “unless they had to move for their job, or they passed away. We have a waiting list, which is common for cohousing developments.”

The Fremont group, including four new “explorers,” or potential members, admired the trees full of seasonal fruits and foot-high tomato and pepper plants. The garden produces ample organic vegetables and fruit for MVCC almost year around.

“Your raised beds are all full of vegetables,” said Caroline Harris, Mission Peak Village member upon entering the property in central Mountain View. “You’d just built the raised boxes the last time we were here seven years ago.”

“The fruit trees, flowers and sculptures around the gardens are gorgeous,” said Sandi Pantages of MPV, “I want sculptures in our community landscaping.”

The area also sports a large gazebo with sitting space for twelve. The two groups—MVCC guides and MPV visitors—sat in it discussing the joys of cohousing.

In the Common House, where weekly meals are eaten by many of the nineteen households, Mission Peak Village members noticed a unique idea—two dishwashers. One that holds dishes waiting to be washed and the second, full of clean dishes waiting to be set on the dining room tables for the next meal. This eliminates the need for extra storage shelves.

The roof deck on the third floor, which Fremont cohousing will also have, is the perfect place to relax, read a book, or chat with neighbors. “And it’s a great vantage point to admire a colorful sunset,” said David Burwen. “It’s an ideal gathering place for celebrations, barbeques, or just hanging out.” Fremont’s cohousers will have a spectacular view of Mission Peak and surrounding rolling hills from their roof deck.

“The construction looks exceptionally solid,” said Mission Peak member Greg Mau, as he thumped one of the tall pillars. Like Mountain View, Fremont’s cohousing will be three stories and include an elevator to get to the second and third levels.

“The condos are beautiful,” said Dick Pantages. “It’s clever the way Chuck Durrett, the MVCC architect, oriented the building’s roofline to the level of the sun in different seasons. That way the sun shines more directly into the windows in the winter than in the summer.”

As the tour ended, the Fremont group remarked at how eager they were to complete enrolling another eighteen members and begin construction. If all goes as planned, that may happen in a bit over a year from now.

This article is part of an ongoing series on cohousing.

Mission Peak Village is composed of friends forming Southern Alameda County’s first cohousing community in Fremont. Memberships are still available. Call Kelli at (510) 413-8446 or visit Mission Peak Village on Facebook, Instagram, or www.missionpeakcohousing, where you can register for a monthly walk to explore the neighborhood around the future site.

 

 

New Hours for Development Services Center/Permit Center

Submitted by City of Fremont

The City’s Development Services Center/Permit Center, located at 39550 Liberty Street, is adding more in-person hours of operation to assist the public with their permitting inquiries. Starting the week of June 5, the new schedule—which includes an additional in-person day—will go into effect. The Center will be open to provide in-person services on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (closed from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.).

The Center will no longer be open for in-person services on Mondays, and it will continue to be closed for in-person services on Fridays. On these days, staff will be focusing on processing online permits. Staff will continue to be available on Mondays and Fridays to assist the public by phone and email. Additionally, online services will become available over the next few months, which will replicate the in-person services provided on the days the Center is open to the public.

The Development Services Center/Permit Center serves as the city’s one-stop shop for helping community members obtain permits for their construction projects. Staff members from Planning, Building and Safety, Engineering, and Revenue are available to assist visitors and answer questions.

 

 

Flash Fiction Winner #3

Submitted by Fremont Cultural Arts Council

Enjoy the third-place winner from April’s Flash Fiction Contest, with the theme “A Day in the Life of a Creative Artist.” Read all the highest-voted submissions online at https://fremontculturalartscouncil.org/2023-flash-fiction-winners

 

Michelangelo

By Elaine Rodgers

Dust, I live in dust,

Marble blocks from the quarry,

Towering heavy white rock,

Hiding what is miraculous,

Envision what's inside.

 

I pick up a hammer,

Chip away at the stately rock,

Looking for the hidden prize,

Located inside this hulk,

A priceless treasure.

 

A face appears,

Eyes searching for love,

Arms reaching out to me,

Slowly coming to life,

Freedom is near.

 

Dust, I live in dust,

My hand holds the hammer

Man, woman or child,

Prisoned in the marble,

lmmortalized forever.

 

 

Rrooar Academy Game Design Competition

Submitted by Mitchell Svantner

Another year, another successful showcase of young innovators competing at Rrooar Academy’s 4th Annual “Game Design Competition.” The 2022 – 2023 competition abounded with creativity and excitement as students from grades one to 12 flaunted their creations and took questions from judges from the Gaming, Data Security, and Biotech Industries.

Tim Fox, creator of Aura Online shared insights into game design, graphics, and physics with the students. Shaki Pothini, VP of Engineering at Bio-Rad Labs, spoke on product design and making career choices. Rob Nelson, who is the creator of Puppet Park and specializes in video game characters, commended the students on their innovative ideas. Chris Rosana, security automation engineer at Verana Health and a former student coach, spoke on how this platform helps spark innovation.

Gagan A Kaur, the founder of Rrooar Coding & Robotics Academy emphasized that this competition helps chisel students’ creativity, problem solving abilities, strategic thinking, and communication skills. Ish Amitoj Kaur, Creative Director at Rrooar, highlighted how these skills are a must-have regardless of career path. Mitchell Svantner, a coach at Rrooar and Emcee for the event, stated that even though it was a technology-based event, creativity and technology go hand-in-hand. Maheep Singh, a rising 8th Grader, was the event coordinator and handled the behind-the-scenes technology and event management seamlessly.

Rrooar Coding & Robotics Academy hosts this annual event virtually for students across the country. This year’s championship winners are from Maryland and California.

Rrooar Academy

www.rrooar.com

 

 

Chanticleers Theatre to host Brian Copeland

Submitted by Chanticleers Theatre

Chanticleers Theatre is excited to announce an upcoming performance by Brian Copeland, “Grandma & Me: An Ode to Single Parents,” to be held on Saturday, June 3 at 8 p.m.

In this endearing and humorous show, Copeland revisits his childhood as he examines single parenting in the 21st century. It was 1979 when Copeland’s mother suddenly passed away, leaving behind five children for his 57-year-old grandmother to raise alone. Twenty-two years later, Brian finds himself in the same predicament when the end of a marriage leaves him alone with his three kids. Through laughter and tears, he describes the trials of single parenting as he tries to answer the question: What does it truly mean to be a father?

Brian Copeland is an award-winning actor, comedian, author, playwright, television and radio talk show host based in the San Francisco Bay Area. His one-man play, “Not a Genuine Black Man,” went on to become the longest-running solo show in San Francisco theatrical history with over 800 performances.

Catch this one-night only performance at “the little theatre in the park,” the perfect place for a picnic and a show! Tickets are $30 online and $35 at the door. Patrons can make purchases at chanticleers.org or call 510-SEE-LIVE (510-733-5483).

 

Brian Copeland: “Grandma & Me: An Ode to Single Parents”

Saturday, Jun 3

8 p.m.

Chanticleers Theatre

3683 Quail Ave., Castro Valley

(510) 733-5483

www.chanticleers.org

Tickets: $35

 

 

COVID: how it has impacted the homeless community and how we can help

Submitted by Olivia Ma

In the past three years, COVID has indubitably affected people’s lives. For students, teachers, and essential workers alike, the way we live will forever be changed.

The unhoused community, however, was and continues to be one of the most affected groups. Prior to the pandemic, California had the fourth-highest rate of homelessness in the country, and the unemployment rate of 9.3% during the pandemic exacerbated an already bleak situation. Furthermore, the unhoused community had little protection against the virus, resulting in 9-12% of unhoused people contracting COVID each week from June-October 2020 (National Health Care for the Homeless Council).

Not only was the unhoused community itself impacted by the pandemic, shelters and kitchens also had to make some changes. Abode Services, a Bay Area organization dedicated to ending homelessness, and Youth4Good, a Bay Area-based volunteer group servicing low-income areas, have worked together to improve the lives of unhoused people displaced by the pandemic.

“During the pandemic, Abode Services had to close the shelter, and the maintenance guy and I were the only ones in the building,” said Jean Morgan, a former corporate employee who switched to servicing unhoused people at Abode Services 31 years ago. “We moved all of our residents to a hotel…we first had to get them out of the shelter into individual rooms and then get people off the street.”

From 2020 to 2022, the number of unhoused people grew by a whopping 22,500, worsening the crisis already taking place in America, with a total of 580,466 unhoused people in the US and its territories in January 2020 (United States Interagency Council on Homelessness). While many of us complain about being stuck at home, working or learning online, almost 30% of our nation does not even have the luxury of a home (Public Policy Institute of California).

Because of COVID, many shelters that previously had spaces for unhoused people reduced their services. “We used to have 66 people,” said Morgan, “We have to keep a safe distance…we can no longer have that many people in the shelter.

As COVID worsened conditions for unhoused people, Youth4Good eagerly stepped in to work with Abode Services to help those in need. Together, the organizations worked tirelessly to provide shelter, food, and medical safety to the growing number of low-income and unhoused people in the Bay Area.

“With not just the students but young adults from Youth4Good, it’s been truly, truly life saving for us,” remarked Morgan, “Not only do [they] come in several times a month to prepare and serve a meal, but during the holidays and special times…they always come through and put together donations,” she added, recognizing the support that the volunteering organization has provided for Abode Services and the unhoused community.

Even with the help of those who care and who have stepped in to lend a helping hand, the unhoused number in America is still growing. Unemployment is still surging, evictions are still increasing, and many families are still suffering. Everyone deserves to have access to living necessities, a warm place to stay, and a stable place to call home.

Youth4Good at: http://www.youth4good.us/

Abode Services at: https://www.abodeservices.org/

 

 

 

Intertwined Fibers and Clay

By Lina Melkonian

Fremont Art Association (FAA) is delighted to have Jennifer Wool as the guest artist at its virtual General Meeting and Art Demo on Wednesday, June 7.

Wool is a prolific basket artist and teacher whose body of work embodies her abundant sense of joy and fun. In her demo “Intertwined Fibers and Clay,” Wool will demonstrate basket weaving on a pottery vessel and show the process of cordage and how it can be used in basketmaking.

As she was exposed to the world of arts and crafts by her mother, Wool’s creativity was sparked early in life. She would embark upon her journey of exploration beginning with numerous college courses in pottery, workshops in basketry, followed by experimentations incorporating weaving into her pottery and combining her alluring basketry and woodburning designs on hard shell gourds.

Wool’s lifelong artistic practice and teaching of arts and fine crafts has flourished alongside her commitment to parenting and tending to her family’s small farm up on Mount Hamilton Road where they raise sheep, chickens, dairy cows, and have a large vegetable garden and orchard. Wool draws inspiration from this idyllic environment, harnessing the beauty and creative possibilities that natural materials afford her.

Raw materials include wool from sheep; gourds grown in the garden; pine needles, reeds, grasses, leaves from bulbs and daylilies; and other natural materials for making cordage and weaving. She particularly enjoys working with the inner bark of downed western red cedar trees and incorporating date palm inflorescence and philodendron sheaths in adding interesting textural qualities to her work. Wool’s passion for discovering and integrating newfound materials to create her exquisite 3-D art is limitless.

Wool participates in various exhibitions in the Bay Area. She has been a member of the East Valley Artists for 40 years and currently serves as its Vice President. You may view Wool’s lovely functional and decorative baskets and accessories at: www.pinterest.com/jlwgourds/.

The demo (free to attend) will be held via Zoom. Participants must register in advance and will receive the Zoom link via email. All details may be found on the Fremont Art Association webpage: www.fremontartassociation.org/monthlymeetinganddemo.

 

Fremont Art Association General Meeting and Art Demo

Wednesday, June 7

1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

Online via Zoom

Register at: www.fremontartassociation.org/monthlymeetinganddemo

 

 

Library to host Job & Resource Fair

Submitted by City of Hayward

Interested in resources and career opportunities in your community? Meet with local employers and organizations that have opportunities and resources ready for you.

Employers represented include: Hayward Public Library, Rubicon Programs, Eden I&R Inc., Amazon, Pacific Homecare Services, California Department of Corrections, Downtown Streets Team, Nightingale Homecare, La Familia Counseling, Maleko Personnel, Corporate eWaste Solutions, East Bay Innovations, CA National Army Guard, America Swim Academy, and more!

 

Job & Resource Fair

Saturday, Jun 3

10 a.m. – 12 noon

Hayward Public Library

2F Fremont Room

888 C. St., Hayward

(510) 881-7980

www.hayward-ca.gov/public-library

 

 

Pride flag raising to start of Hayward Pride Month

Submitted by City of Hayward

In recognition of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender pride, the City of Hayward will hold a Pride flag raising ceremony at noon Thursday, June 1, at City Hall Plaza and will fly the rainbow-colored banner for the entire month of June.

In addition, Hayward City Council will issue a proclamation on Tuesday, June 6, designating June as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning, Queer, Intersex, Two-Spirit and Gender Non-Conforming Pride Month in the City of Hayward.

Pride Month spans the month of June each year and is now celebrated nationally with parades, festivals, parties and picnics in different cities across the country. The celebrations and remembrances commemorate and pay homage to the Stonewall Rebellion in New York City on June 28, 1969.

On that date, which historians consider the birth of the modern LGBTQ-rights movement, the then-commonplace occurrence of police raids on bars catering to LGBT patrons was met with resistance at the Stonewall Inn in Manhattan’s Greenwich Village where bar patrons fought back.

Protests that ensued over the next six days are credited with a shift in LGBTQ activism in the United States and were followed the next year with some of the first Pride parades in Chicago, San Francisco and Los Angeles, as well as New York.

 

Pride flag raising

Thursday, Jun 1

12 noon

Hayward City Hall Plaza

777 B St., Hayward

 

 

2023 Science for Good Scholarship recipients announced

Submitted by Science for Good

The newly established Science for Good Scholarship is pleased to announce four recipients of college scholarship funds. They are: Garima Upadhyay from American High School in Fremont, Austin Wu from Carlmont High School in Belmont, Wesley Chen from American High School, and Devan Melwani from Mountain View High School.

The purpose of the scholarship is to support students who plan on majoring in a science or engineering discipline with an emphasis on pursuing a career aimed at resolving major environmental or societal challenges. Candidates show an understanding of how the application of science, technology, and/or engineering can help resolve humanitarian, health, environmental, and global climate change challenges.

The scholarship fund was established in honor and memory of R. Scott Chan, a dedicated high school physics teacher who chose the teaching profession after a first career in hardware engineering. Mr. Chan was passionate about making science relevant in the lives of his students and was keenly aware how science can resolve a wide range of issues facing the world.

The Science for Good Scholarship is administered by Los Altos Mountain View Community Foundation. The scholarship review committee is composed of Vicki Moore, Scott Chan’s widow; Dan Burns, physics teacher mentor and friend of Scott Chan; and Laura Casas, Vice-President of Foothill-De Anza Community College District Board of Trustees.

 

 

 

Summer Adventure Awaits at Alameda County Library

Submitted by Alicia Reyes

Starting June 1, Alameda County Library welcomes all to join its 2023 Summer Adventure, the reimagined Summer Reading Game. This year’s theme, A Magical Journey, celebrates the power of imagination and magic in everyday life. Complete activities, reading, and more to receive a book gift and prize drawing entries. No signups are required—just pick up your Adventure Guide at any AC Library location, Mobile Library stop, or online anytime between June 1 and August 15. There will be prize drawings for all ages, and multiple ways to participate to ensure that all communities are welcomed and can get involved.

“Summer Adventure provides opportunities for families and people of all ages and abilities to connect over shared experiences of wonder, discovery, and delight. I’m amazed by all the creativity and kindness expressed by our communities! I can’t wait for what this summer holds,” said County Librarian Cindy Chadwick.

For more information about our 2023 Summer Adventure, visit aclibrary.org/summer.

 

 

 

Hayward Area Recreation & Park District Teen Series Silent Disco

Submitted By H.A.R.D.

Photo courtesy of H.A.R.D.

On the heels of Hayward Area Recreation & Park District's successful Teen Night Out in the Park and Paint Nite at Weekes Community Center in February, the district offers a series of upcoming teen events. The first of which is a Silent Disco or party where people dance to music listened to on wireless headphones rather than using a traditional speaker system. This unique experience will be fun for all involved and is FREE to all Hayward teens ages 13-18 years old. Pre-registration is required.

 

Hayward Teen Disco

Friday, June 16

6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

San Felipe Community Center and Park

2058 D St., Hayward,

(510) 881 – 6700

www.haywardrec.org/REGISTER

Call or register online for CLASS #25448

 

 

 

Hayward World Dance Festival at the Douglas Morrisson Theatre

Submitted By H.A.R.D.

Photo courtesy of H.A.R.D.

As part of the Douglas Morrisson Theatre's new Lights-On Series, the Hayward Area Recreation and Park District introduces World Dance Festival on Saturday, June 3. Showcasing local talent the festival will highlight cultural dance from our diverse community. From Ballet Folklorico to Indian classical dance, it will surely be an afternoon filled with vibrant performances. Groups include: Cal State East Bay PASA, Urisawe, Bolivia Corazon De America, Siddhi Creative, Patty Chu's Chinese Folk Dance, Xiaopei Chinese Dance, and Mexico Danza.

 

World of Dance Festival

Saturday, June 3

2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

Douglas Morrisson Theater

22311 N 3rd St., Hayward

www.haywardrec.org

Tickets: https://rb.gy/zraqi or (510) 881 – 6700

 

 

 

Ask the DMV

 

Take care of your travel checklist ahead of time!

Making travel plans this year? Find out how the DMV can assist you in having a smooth trip. From renewing your license online to getting ahead of the May 2025 REAL ID enforcement date, the DMV is here to help.

Q1: If I already have my passport, why do I need a REAL ID?

Q1: While you can board a domestic flight with a passport, there are several reasons to upgrade your license to a REAL ID. A REAL ID not only allows you to easily board domestic flights but also enter secure facilities such as military bases, federal courthouses, and other federal facilities. It serves as an everyday form of identification and lets you fly domestically without having to risk traveling with your passport. A REAL ID does not replace a passport.

Q2: Can I fly with a temporary ID?

A2: Although the DMV will issue you a temporary ID if you are waiting to receive a replacement, the TSA does not consider a temporary ID an acceptable form of identification for flying.

If you need to replace your ID, don’t forget to use the DMV’s convenient online services, and request to replace your driver’s license from the comfort of your home. Create or log into your MyDMV account and have your payment information ready. After completing a request, you’ll receive your replacement ID within three to four weeks.

If you have not received your replacement within 60 days check the status online: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/

Q3: What essentials should I have on my travel checklist?

A3: Make your trip a breeze by ensuring you take care of your travel checklist. The DMV offers the following tips to help make your trip as easy as possible:

Make sure your license is not expired. If you notice your ID will expire before your flight, or before your return flight, make sure you allow ample time to renew it. You can do this online with the help of the DMV’s online services. If you need to renew your license, make it a REAL ID and get ahead of the May 2025 enforcement date.

Have a road trip planned? Check your vehicle registration and renew online if you need to. Make sure you have a renewal notice confirming your current address, your license plate number, the last five digits of your VIN, and your payment information ready to enter online.

Don’t lose your vehicle registration renewal notice in the mail! Now that most DMV tasks can be done online, make the change to paperless notifications and eliminate the hassle of receiving DMV notices by mail for good! Log into your MyDMV account and select the option to go paperless. All the necessary information can now be sent to you by email Visit: https://www.dmv.ca.gov/portal/paperless-notices/

Make sure the address on your ID is current. You can request a change of address and check the status using the DMV’s convenient online services. You must wait 14 days after a change of address before requesting a new driver’s license.

For more information or answers to questions not listed here, please visit www.dmv.ca.gov. Note: DMV offices are closed on weekends.

 

 

 

Happy Birthday to ‘America’s ‘first First Lady’ Dolley Madison

Submitted by The Grateful American Book Prize

According to The White House Historical Association, Dolley Madison was “the most important woman in the social circles of America” in her day. Yet her 255^th birthday came and went on May 20^th without much fanfare. David Bruce Smith is writing a children’s book about Dolley, known as “America’s first First Lady,” and James Madison, America’s fourth president. They were “the Founding Power Couple,” according to some scholars.

The National Council for History Education (NCHE) interviewed Smith, author of “Abigail & John,”– about the Adams’s–with his mother, the artist-illustrator, Clarice Smith.

Smith is the founder of the Grateful American Foundation, and co-founder of the Grateful American Book Prize.

NCHE: Most Americans have heard about Dolley and James Madison, but they may not know much to justify their story. What made you write about them?

David Bruce Smith: In 1783, thirty-two-year-old James Madison was living in a Philadelphia boarding house. Unmarried, and meek, he was perceived—by some–as a “gloomy, stiff creature…with nothing engaging or even bearable about his manners,” according to Peggy Shippen, the future wife of Benedict Arnold. (The Great Little Madison by Jean Fritz; p. 23.)

Madison’s close friend, Thomas Jefferson, also lodged there, along with William Floyd, a delegate from New York; his 16-year-old daughter, Kitty, and a medical student. Jefferson prodded Madison to court Kitty, and–within months–they were engaged; wedding arrangements were in the works, and then the Floyd’s bolted to New York for the summer.

Three months later, Madison received a letter from Kitty; she had changed her mind: “She felt indifferent to him now and had decided to marry that nineteen-year old medical student.”

Madison ditched desire for a decade, displaced the Articles of Confederation, conceived the Constitution, and emerged a celebrity. Eventually, he re-calibrated his reflections on romance, and asked his college roommate, Aaron Burr, to arrange an introduction to the widow, Dolley Payne. When she learned “The Great Little Madison” wanted to meet her, she agreed, enthusiastically.

It was an unlikely alliance–he was 43, and she was 26, but their chemistries coalesced into a partnership that was akin to the alchemy between Abigail and John Adams. They married in 1794; after Madison’s congressional term ended, they retired to Montpelier, but his halcyon hiatus was halted by Jefferson, who summoned Madison to become his Secretary of State; Dolley, meanwhile, segued into a sometimes–substitute hostess for the widowed president.

Two months after Madison’s inauguration, Dolley initiated a Wednesday-night tradition. Anyone who wanted to speak with her, or the president, could come to the President’s House. The get-togethers featured food, friendship, and festivity; they also fostered confidence and camaraderie in Washington—and beyond. She took an intense interest in current issues. During dinner parties, she sat at the head of the table and led conversations; if she heard important news pertaining to America at one of her many gatherings or outings, Dolley reported the information to James, promptly: “Dolly’s social graces made her famous. Her political acumen, prized by her husband, is less renowned…her gracious tact smoothed many a quarrel. Hostile statesmen, difficult envoys from Spain or Tunisia, warrior chiefs from the west, flustered youngers—she…welcomed everyone…” (www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/first-ladies/dolley-payne-todd-madison/)

In 1808, Dolley lassoed control of Madison’s election campaign. Madison did not give any speeches, but he easily won. His opponent, Charles Cotesworth Pinckney, of South Carolina, “whined that he had lost to Mr. and Mrs. Madison. I might have had a better chance if I faced Mr. Madison alone.” (The Intimate Lives of the Founding Fathers, by Thomas Fleming, 2009.)

NCHE: What moments in their lives did you find particularly fascinating?

David Bruce Smith: A somewhat spellbinding smudge of sadness in their lives—partially hidden in the mettle of their marriage—was Payne Todd, Dolley’s son from her first marriage: He [was] “a spoiled, self-centered young man; Dolley had never been willing to discipline him, and James indulged in her wishes. [He] had supervised Montpelier’s finances in James’ absence, which…meant regularly withdrawing large sums of money for drinking, whoring, and gambling…” (The Madisons: America’s First Power Couple, by Alexander Kennedy; pp. 198-205.)

During his dither of distress to pull Montpelier out of its catastrophic cash crisis, “James had something close to a nervous breakdown. His health rapidly worsened…” as they ramped up the rate of copying, editing, and organizing his extensive notes from the 1787 Constitutional Convention. Madison expected the archive to fetch a sizeable sum of security for Dolley and add a little luster to his legacy.

In 1836 James died at the age of eighty-five; the last of the Founding Fathers.

The following year, the now destitute Dolley returned to Washington, and lived with her sister and brother-in-law. In 1842, she sold Montpelier, its furnishings, and the remaining enslaved people. Secretary of State, Daniel Webster, purchased Paul Jennings, an enslaved man who published A Colored Man’s Reminiscences of James Madison, nineteen years later, and revealed some of Dolley’s difficulties: “In the last days of her life, before Congress purchased her husband’s papers [for approximately $30,000] she was in a state of absolute poverty…I think sometimes suffered for the necessaries of life. While I was a servant to Mr. Webster, he often sent me to her with a market-basket full of provisions, and told me whenever I saw anything in the house that I thought she was in need of, to take it to her…” (The Paul Jennings Memoir in Context – Montpelier’s Digital Doorway)

Payne, meanwhile “…would hang over her like a hungry buzzard, keeping her poor and worried. Only a return to public life seemed to counterbalance the situation. And at last this did come.” from congress: (History on the Auction Block–White House Historical Association: The 1899 Sale of the Estate of Dolley Madison). “By unanimous consent, the House granted her a seat on the House Floor for anytime she chose to visit the Chambers. As a frequent visitor to the Capitol, Mrs. Madison enjoyed the popular pastime of listening to Congressional debate…” (History, Art & Archives; United States House of Representatives; January 8, 1844)

In 1848, Congress bought the remainder of Madison’s presidential papers. The next year, Dolley died, at the age of 81: “She was still a Washington icon, and the entire federal government closed for the day in mourning. She received the largest state funeral in the country’s history up to that date.” (Kennedy, ibid., p. 204.)

A newspaper obituary referred to her as the “first Lady in the land,” and so she has been called “America’s first First Lady.”

 

 

 

News and notes from around the world

Submitted by The Association of Mature American Citizens

Wanderlust

Renowned author Robert Louis Stevenson put it this way in his book, Travels with a Donkey: “For my part I travel not to go anywhere, but to … travel for travel's sake.” For Randy Williams, a San Diego DJ known as Ramblin' Randy, wanderlust motivated his goal of visiting every country on planet Earth and then some. It took him ten years but he finally achieved his ambition to visit all of the 193 nations recognized by the United Nations plus Vatican City, Palestine and the disputed lands of Kosovo, Western Sahara and Taiwan. Randy completed his bucket list just recently when he finally got to plant his feet on the ground of his final destination, Turkmenistan.

A very, very pricey taste

The rare, fragrant, flavorful and extremely expensive white truffles that grow in Alba, Italy can put you back nearly $7,000 a pound. It’s the reason why Japanese company, Cellato, broke the Guinness record for the world’s priciest ice cream, a brand called Byakuya that would set you back $6,696 per serving. According to the company, “It took us over 1.5 years to develop, with a lot of trials and errors to get the taste right. Achieving a Guinness World Records title made the effort all worth it.”

A scary dust devil

“I couldn't breathe … so I held my breath,” said 7-year-old Bauer Zoya, the catcher for the little league Ponte Vedra Sharks when a sudden whirlwind encircled him during a recent baseball game in a suburb of Jacksonville, FL. The unexpected dust devil sent the players running in all directions but Bauer was trapped in the cone. Umpire 17-year-old Aidan Wiles came to the boy’s rescue; he told reporters that he was “freaked out” at first but quickly “decided to run in there and grab him out of it.”

The Association of Mature American Citizens is a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization representing membership in Washington, D.C. and in local congressional districts nationwide. More information is available on its website at www.amac.us.

 

 

 

Park It: Butterfly and Bird Festival

By Ned MacKay

Increasing the numbers and health of butterflies, birds, and local pollinators is the theme of the annual Butterfly and Bird Festival, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 4, at Coyote Hills Regional Park in Fremont. Features will include tours of the park’s garden, family-friendly activities, special presentations, music, and information on how to establish wildlife-friendly gardens at home.

All ages are welcome; parent participation is required. Registration is not necessary. The festival is free of charge. Coyote Hills has a parking fee of $5 per vehicle. Coyote Hills is at the end of Patterson Ranch Road off Paseo Padre Parkway. For information, call (510) 544-3220.

 Coyote Hills also will host “Sonidos En La Naturaleza – Sounds in Nature,” from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 3, with naturalist Martha Cerda. “Sonidos” is a series of bi-lingual programs in English and Spanish, during which participants learn about the sounds of the natural world and the animals that produce them.

The program is free of charge and registration is not necessary. All ages are welcome; meet at the Coyote Hills visitor center. For information, call (510) 544-3220.

“Amazing Jellies,” those go-with-the-flow bay denizens, are the stars of Family Nature Fun Hour, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, in the Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove in Crown Beach, Alameda. The program repeats at the same time on Sunday, June 4.

The program is free; registration is not necessary. Crab Cove is at 1252 McKay Ave. off Alameda’s Central Avenue. For information, call (510) 544-3187.

Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline in San Leandro will be the venue for a Sunday Stroll from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on June 4 with naturalist Kevin Dixon. This is a mostly flat, three-mile walk around a shoreline park with great bay views and wildlife. It’s fun for families with small children. You can also test your Disc Golf skills. Discs will be provided.

The stroll is free of charge and registration is not necessary. Meet Dixon at the park’s entrance at 1600 Neptune Drive. For information, call Crab Cove at (510) 544-3187.

The Over-The-Hills Gang is an informal group of hikers 55 and older, interested in nature study, fitness and fun, which visits a different regional park each month. The gang will explore Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park in Oakland during a sometimes-hilly hike, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 6, led by naturalist Anthony Fisher.

Registration is not needed, and the hike is free of charge. Meet Anthony at the park’s Canyon Meadow Staging Area. It’s at the end of the road leading into the park from Redwood Road, about two miles east of the Redwood Road/Skyline Boulevard intersection. For information, call (510) 544-2233.

Tilden Nature Area and the Little Farm near Berkeley will celebrate Pride month with a “Pride in the Park” event on Sunday, June 4. From 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., bring a picnic and enjoy a variety of family friendly activities, music and nature programs at the Environmental Education Center (EEC) and Little Farm. Everyone is welcome; the event is free of charge.

The EEC and Little Farm are at the north end of Tilden’s Central Park Drive, accessible via Canon Drive from Grizzly Peak Boulevard in Berkeley. For information, call (510) 544-2233.

Cloud gazing is the plan for a program from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 3, at Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve in Antioch. Besides imagining cloud shapes and forms while reclining on a grassy hillside, the group will learn how clouds take shape and what weather they may portend. The program is free; best for kids ages five through 12 with parental participation. Registration is not necessary.

Black Diamond Mines is at the end of Somersville Road, 3½ miles south of Highway 4. Meet at the end of the road, about a mile past the park’s entrance kiosk. There is a parking fee of $5 per vehicle when the kiosk is attended. For information, call (510) 544-2750.

Wildlife games are on the agenda during a naturalist-led program from 11 a.m. to 12 noon on Sunday, June 4 at Big Break Regional Shoreline in Oakley. It’s designed for kids ages five through 12, who will test their wildlife skills and learn what it takes to live like an animal at Big Break on the Delta.

The program is free, and registration is not necessary. Big Break Regional Shoreline is at 69 Big Break Road off Oakley’s Main Street. For information, call (510) 544-3050.

These are just a few of the programs planned in the Regional Parks in coming days. For a full list, visit www.ebparks.org/things-to-do.

 

 

 

Bay Area doctor believes COVID-19 to become endemic this year

Submitted by Eden Health District

Could 2023 finally be the year that COVID-19 becomes more of a thing of the past rather than a threat of the present? Infectious diseases experts are beginning to feel more confident about that.

As health emergencies end across the country and in the Bay Area, UCSF Infectious Diseases Expert Dr. Peter Chin-Hong can finally say with confidence that society can collectively breathe a maskless sigh of relief.

“I think this is a critical year because this is the year that COVID will become endemic,” Dr. Chin-Hong said. Dr. Chin-Hong believes COVID is becoming predictable thanks to the amount of immunity in society as well as tools like treatment and vaccines. On top of this, he thinks yearly vaccines may only be needed by the most vulnerable and people over 65.

“We as a society have to be prepared for as much as 100,000 to 250,000 people a year dying of those vulnerable groups,” Dr. Chin-Hong said. “But, in general for your average person, it will probably fizzle out.”

Dr. Chin-Hong says COVID-19 was likely a once in a century sort-of threat, but that does not rule out the risk of other pandemics in the future. He says conditions like the population growing and expanding into areas where disease-carrying animals live, climate change and globalization make other threats possible.

“All these reasons make it likely that we will get a public health threat in our lifetime,” Dr. Chin-Hong said. “But whether or not it's going to be the same magnitude of COVID-19 is probably less likely. But it will still be something that will cause some concern.”

And that's where public health departments come in.

“It is exactly the work of a local public health department to not just be thinking of the last threat and what's making our community ill right now, but what could be coming around the corner,” Santa Clara County Deputy Public Health Officer Dr. Sarah Rudman said.

Dr. Rudman told us the county is in the recovery stage of the pandemic – assessing what happened and where they could improve.

While they believe they saved many lives thanks to the steps the public health department and residents took to combat the virus, she cited structural inequities and a lack of investment in public health as reasons why people were vulnerable.

As the next threat looms, the county is working to be more prepared.

“That we have the investment in technology, in science, in workforce and in community partnerships that we need for whatever's next,” Dr. Rudman said.

But for now, there is reason for most to feel safe living life once again.

 

 

 

Tri-City Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP)

Submitted By The City of Union City

The Cities of Union City, Fremont, and Newark, and Alameda County Water and Union Sanitary Districts are partnering to develop a new Tri-City Multi-jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP). The purpose of an LHMP is to assess community risk and vulnerability to natural hazards, implement actions to reduce future losses, and maintain eligibility for federal mitigation grant funding in accordance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000.

Members of the community have a very important role in this process. Several Planning Committees and public meetings will be held over the next ten months. A draft of the Tri-City LHMP will be available by early 2024 for review and comment by the public and all interested stakeholders. For more information on this project, upcoming meetings, and how you can get involved, visit Tri-City LHMP on the Emergency Preparedness page at unioncity.org

GET INVOLVED! We encourage the public to attend and participate in the upcoming meetings. Informational Public Meetings will explain the LHMP development process and how you can become involved.

In addition, Planning Committee Meetings among participating agencies and other stakeholders – to develop the plan – are all open to the public.

We are also seeking interested community representatives to participate on a special floodplain management Steering Committee—and to regularly attend Planning Committee Meetings—over the course of the project, through early 2024. Please contact the project management team lead for the City of Union City: Ricardo Martinez, Emergency Services Coordinator at ricardom@unioncity.org with any questions.

 

Informational Public Meeting

Thursday, July 13

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Age Well Center at Lake Elizabeth

40086 Paseo Padre Parkway, Fremont

ricardom@unioncity.org

 

 

 

More than $605,000 for community shelter & housing assistance

Submitted by Congressman Ro Khanna

May 23, U.S. Representatives Ro Khanna (CA-17), Zoe Lofgren (CA-18), Anna Eshoo (CA-16), and Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) announced that the California Department of Housing and Community Development will distribute $605,985 in federal funding to Santa Clara County from the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program.

The FY22 consolidated appropriations package that Reps. Lofgren, Eshoo, Khanna, and Panetta voted in favor of appropriated the ESG funding that is being delivered around the country. Santa Clara County’s federal ESG program funds can be used for emergency shelters, rapid re-housing assistance, and grant administration.

“Homelessness is a serious problem in Santa Clara County, and this funding will help the County provide much-needed emergency assistance for those experiencing a housing crisis or homelessness. All of us are committed to boosting federal investments in programs that uplift underserved communities and make housing more accessible and affordable,” said Reps. Khanna, Lofgren, Eshoo, and Panetta.

Under the ESG program, the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is authorized to make grants to states and, then, the states must allocate the resources to local governments and nonprofits. The program aims to help individuals and families quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis and/or homelessness.

 

 

 

Milpitas City Council

May 16, 2023

Consent Calendar

• Accept Fire Station No. 2 Replacement, Project No. 3447 authorizing the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion
• Designate Project No. 4305 Street Resurfacing 2023-2024 to be funded by SB-1 the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
• Approve the Annual Engineer’s Report; adopt a resolution declaring the City Council’s intention to levy and collect assessments
• Provide notice of the Public Hearing to be held on June 20, 2023 for LLMD 95-1 McCarthy Ranch and LLMD 98-1 Sinclair Horizon
• Accept Delano Manongs Park (formerly known as McCandless Park) Projects No. 2005, 5102, 7076 authorizing the City Engineer to file a Notice of Completion
• Review the FY 2022-23 Quarterly Financial Status Report for the quarter ended March 31, 2023
• Approve a Site Development Permit and amend the previously approved Design Standards of an Existing Planned Unit Development (PUD No. 68, Countryside Estates) to allow development of a new one-story Single-Family Residence on a vacant 1.653 acre lot located at 1311 Countryside Court
• Adopt a resolution terminating the City’s Level 2 Water Shortage Emergency
• Approve Parks and Recreation and Community Services Programs donation for a memorial bench in honor of Dale Flunoy
• Amend the Memorandum of Understanding with the MUSD for expansion of After the Bell for the Extended Learning Opportunities Program
• Consider one fee waiver request and one donation request from Show Up and Love and Contemporary Asian Theatre Scene
• Adopt a resolution to supersede Resolution No. 9145 updating City Event Celebration Flags and/or other Commemorative Flags at Cesar Chavez Plaza

Public Hearing

• Hear Administrative appeal of Hearing Officer’s Decision Upholding the Police Chief’s Denial of a Massage Establishment Permit. Appeal Denied. Aye 3 (Montano, Chua, Barbadillo) Nay 2 (Lien, Phan)

 

Mayor Carmen Montano         Aye

Evelyn Chua                            Aye

Gary Barbadillo                       Aye

Hon Lien                                 Aye, Nay 1

Anthony Phan                         Aye, Nay 1

 

 

 

New Haven Unified School District

May 16, 2023

Consent Agenda

• Personnel Actions
• Monthly Expense Report, April 2023
• Award bid for the various site works project at Pioneer Elementary School and approve contract with Souto Brothers Landscaping & Concrete Construction, Inc.
• Change Order No. 2, Installation of Photovoltaic Cell Solar Structures at Pioneer and Searles Elementary Schools
• Award bid for the Flooring and Painting Project at Hillview Crest Elementary School
• Award bid for the External Repairs and Painting Project at Alvarado Elementary School
• Award bid for the Site Paving Project at Alvarado Elementary School
• Award Bid for the Site Paving Project at Hillview Crest Elementary School
• Ratification of agreement with I.M.P Electric for the Sound System Upgrade at Itliong-Vera Cruz Middle School
• Ratification of agreement with I.M.P Electric for the Sound System Upgrade at Cesar Chavez Middle School
• Ratification of Property & Casualty Claims Administration Services agreement with Keenan and Associates
• Approval of agreement with Keenan and Associates for Loss Control Services for Fiscal Years 2023/24 and 2024/25
• Ratification of agreement with RK & Associates dba Escon Builders for Roof Repairs at James Logan High School
• Approval of contract with Souto Brothers Landscape & Concrete Construction, Inc. for installation of Kinder Play Structure at Tom Kitayama Elementary School
• Ratification of contract with Souto Brothers Landscaping & Concrete Construction, Inc. for repairs to the Driveway at James Logan High School
• Ratification of contract with Souto Brothers Landscaping & Concrete Construction, Inc. for Asphalt Repairs at Searles Elementary School
• Ratification of agreement with RK & Associates dba Escon Builders for Dry-Rot Repairs at James Logan High School
• Approval of agreement with Furman Construction Inspection, Inc. for inspection services for various Projects at Pioneer Elementary School
• Approval of service agreement and contract with Hearing Conservation Associates, 2023-24
• Approval of agreement with MCT Vision Screening Program, 2023-24
• Approval of Instructure Inc., Canvas, 2023-24
• Approval of Happy Numbers Licenses, 2023-24
• Approval of Imagine Learning Espanol Licenses for SEA, 2023-24
• Approval of Literably, Inc. for District Reading Benchmark Assessments, 2023-24
• Approval of Northwest Evaluation Association for District Benchmark Assessments, 2023-24
• Approval of Learning A-Z Raz Plus Licensing, 2023-24, 2024-25
• Approval of QuaverEd Music Licenses, 2023-24
• Approval of agreement with Seesaw Learning, Inc., 2023-24
• Approval of Imagine Learning K-5 Genius Licensing for Semester 1 at DSIS/PLA 2023-24
• Approval of Imagine Learning 6-12 Digital Libraries, 2023-24
• Approval of contract with IXL Learning for ELA Licensing for 2022-23, 2023-24
• Approval of Acellus Student Master Licenses for James Logan High School, 2023-24
• Approval of Service Agreement with Care Solace 2023-24
• Amend local agreement for Child Development Services for the California State Preschool Program 2021-22
• Approval of the Bridges Math Program Book Order for Emanuele and Searles Elementary, 2023-24

 

President Lance Nishihira       Aye

Shruti Kumar                          Aye

Michael Gonzales                    Aye

Shamsa Rafay                         Aye

Mel Shuen-Mallory                 Aye

 

 

 

Newark partners with Government Technology Group to Develop Broadband Master Plan

Submitted by City of Newark

The City of Newark has selected Government Technology Group (GTG) as its partner in the development of a Broadband Master Plan through a competitive bidding process.

Government Technology Group will collaborate with the City of Newark creating a plan to improve and expand its broadband infrastructure for economic development, Smart growth initiatives, and meeting the needs of the community for years to come. The Broadband Master Plan will develop strategies and a roadmap that lays out how Newark plans to make high-speed internet more available and affordable for everyone, with a focus on unserved and underserved areas. The Broadband Master Plan will also provide information on the technology and trends happening in the industry with emphasis on Smart growth, intelligent traffic control, public safety, telemedicine, and any other technologies.

GTG will incorporate findings from an asset inventory, needs assessment, and partnership opportunities to develop a business model that fits the framework of financial, operational, and organizational requirements of Newark that will have the greatest chance of success and will be the most financially sustainable. GTG will present this business case to the city’s team and provide an analysis of how it meets Newark’s goals in the project. Each city is unique, and through Government Technology Group’s proven process, they will work with Newark to find the model that is most feasible and presents the best opportunity for its unique community.

“This is an exciting opportunity for the City of Newark. GTG will help us design a road map that will help identify areas that need better Internet access, develop strategies to provide that access, and determine the resources needed to implement those strategies. Basically, it’s a plan to help guide decision-making and help ensure that everyone has access to fast and reliable Internet, while equipping the City of Newark with a platform to deploy smart growth technologies, address digital equity, and economic development.” Ed Miranda, City of Newark Chief Information Officer.

A component of the assessment includes a community survey. Please take a few minutes to participate in the City of Newark Broadband Online Survey at https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/7319193/City-of-Newark-Online-Survey.

In addition to the online survey, GTG plans to host community workshops to seek community feedback. To learn more about this project, please visit the City of Newark Broadband Master Plan page at https://www.newark.org/residents/broadband-master-plan.

 

 

 

Newark City Council

May 11, 2023

Public Comment

• AC Transit launches analysis of transit lines to plan better bus routes. Take survey at www.actransit.org/realign

Consent Calendar

• Approval of audited demands
• Approval of April 27, 2023 minutes
• Award contract to Sposeto Engineering Inc. for Safe Routes to Schools Improvements Project
• Award contract to G. Bortolotto & Co., Inc. for FY 2022-2023 Asphalt Concrete Street Overlay Program
• Approve a contractual service agreement with Mike York Investigations
• Introduction of an ordinance amending Chapter 15.04, General Provisions, and Chapter 15.44, Green Building and Construction and Waste Debris Recycling, of the Newark Municipal Code to align with State requirements

 

Mayor Michael Hannon          Aye

Vice Mayor Sucy Collazo       Aye

Luis Freitas                             Aye

Mike Bucci                              Aye

Matthew Jorgens                     Aye

 

 

California State Assembly advances bill to sustain outdoor dining across California

Submitted by Alicia Isaacs

On May 18, legislation to sustain outdoor dining across California and help neighborhood restaurants stay afloat passed the California State Assembly 74-0 with strong bipartisan support.

Authored by Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel (D – Woodland Hills), Assembly Bill (AB) 1217 will preserve the current regulatory flexibility related to outdoor, patio, and al fresco dining, enabling restaurants to continue to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic as they navigate rising Costs.

“Neighborhood restaurants are the backbone of communities across California, but too many are barely hanging on,” said Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel. “Outdoor dining has been a critical lifeline that has helped these beloved establishments keep their doors open during these challenging times. AB 1217 preserves important flexibility so that restaurants can maintain outdoor dining in an efficient and affordable manner and continue to serve the communities they call home.”

“Outdoor dining has become an important lifeline for restaurants, and it’s something that we have all come to love and enjoy,” stated Madelyn Alfano, Past Chair of the California Restaurant Association Board of Directors, and owner of Maria’s Italian Kitchen. “Many restaurant owners have invested lots of money to build beautiful outdoor dining spaces to increase their capacity for private events and recoup some of their losses from these difficult past few years. AB 1217 will help sustain this crucial tool and allow local restaurants such as my own to continue to provide delicious meals for our communities.”

AB 1217 builds upon AB 61, a previous bill authored by Assemblymember Gabriel and signed into law by Governor Newsom in 2021. This measure provided restaurants with regulatory flexibility, including enabling more outdoor food preparation and service, allowing restaurants to better use their own spaces for outdoor dining, and extending existing orders allowing for alcohol service on outdoor premises. AB 1217 extends the regulatory flexibility offered by AB 61 to July 1, 2026.

 

 

 

Union Sanitary District

May 22, 2023

Motions

• Select Board members to represent Union Sanitary District on external committees for Fiscal Year 2024
• Review and consider approval of Lab Director Position description and revision to salary range
• Consent to the subcontractor substitution of National Glass Systems with Alumawall, Inc. and AAC Glass Inc. as requested by Zovich Construction for the Enhanced Treatment and Site Upgrade Program Phase 1A Campus Building Project

 

Manny Fernandez       Aye

Jennifer Toy                Aye

Pat Kite                       Aye

Tom Handley              Aye

Anjali Lathi                 Aye

 

 

 

BART Police Log

Submitted by BART PD and Les Mensinger

Saturday, May 20

• At 5:17 p.m. a man identified by officers as Juan Villagomez, 43, of San Francisco was taken into custody for public intoxication at Hayward station and booked into Santa Rita jail in Dublin.
• At 7:26 p.m. officers responded to Milpitas station for the report of an unresponsive adult male on a train possibly suffering from a narcotics overdose. NARCAN was administered and CPR began. Medical personnel arrived and took over CPR. The male was ultimately declared deceased. This case is under investigation, however there is no foul play suspected at this time.

Sunday, May 21

• At 10:15 p.m. a man identified by police as Brian Brandt, 57, of Hayward was contacted in the free area of Hayward station. Brandt was arrested and booked into Alameda County Jail in for sexual assault.
• At 11:38 p.m. a man identified by officers as John Raynor, Jr. 35, of Oakland was contacted in the free area of San Leandro station. Raynor was booked into Alameda County Jail for probation violation, possession of methamphetamine and resisting arrest.

Monday, May 22

• At 11:55 p.m. a man identified by police as Phoenixlance Gaviola, 27, of Fremont was arrested at Bay Fair station on two outstanding misdemeanor warrants. Gaviola was transported to Santa Rita Jail and booked.

Tuesday, May 23

• At 6:54 a.m. a man identified by police as Samin Mohammad, 33, of San Ramon was contacted for fare evasion at Fremont station. Mohammad was arrested for disobeying a court order and booked at Santa Rita Jail.
• At 7:32 p.m. a man identified by police as Hector Salazar, 31, of Bay Point was arrested at Bay Fair station on two outstanding felony warrants. He was booked into the Santa Rita Jail.
• At 7:32 p.m. officers responded to a train at Bay Fair station for a reported possible overdose. An officer provided one dose of NARCAN to the female subject. The female was transported to a local hospital for further medical attention.

Wednesday, May 24

• At 9:05 p.m. a man identified by police as Christopher Peterson, 30, was arrested for an outstanding warrant and booked into Santa Clara County Jail in San Jose. Peterson did not have proof of payment.

 

 

 

CHP Log

Submitted By California Highway Patrol Hayward

Saturday, May 20

• At 11:30 a.m. officers assigned to CHP Hayward Area Office were advised of a freeway shooting that occurred on the Foothill Boulevard on-ramp to I-580. It is believed that the incident took place at approximately 10:30 a.m. Officers located a victim who did not sustain any injuries as a result of this shooting. The CHP Hayward Area is investigating this incident. Currently a suspect has not been identified. Any assistance from the public in gathering additional details surrounding this shooting is appreciated. If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the CHP Hayward Area Office at (510) 489-1500.

 

 

 

Fremont Fire Log

Submitted By The Fremont Fire Department

Monday, May 15

• Just after 1 p.m., Fremont firefighters responded to a single car rollover with entrapment on Osgood Road in District 7.  The solo occupant of the vehicle was extricated and transported to a trauma center.
• At 7:05 p.m. crews responded to Sundale for a solo car rollover. Two patients (one adult and one newborn) were transported with minor injuries.

 

 

 

Fremont Police Log

Submitted By The Fremont Police Department

Tuesday, May 9

• Officers responded to an in-progress residential burglary on Highland Place, where the reporting party watched live surveillance video of their home being burglarized. The reporting party advised that several subjects were inside their home. Officers, including the K-9 team, immediately responded to establish a perimeter. Subjects fled the scene while officers were en route; officers canvassed the area and could not locate the subjects. This case remains under investigation.
• Officers responded to the report of someone trespassing into a residence on Purpleleaf St. The reporting party called to advise that a subject had gained access to the house and was sleeping inside the residence. The reporting party confronted the subject, and the subject ran outside the house. A short time later, a nearby resident called to advise that a similar subject gained access to his garage. Officers arrived and located the subject. The adult subject out of Fremont was arrested.

Wednesday, May 10

• Officers responded to a robbery at a local convenience store on Lake Arrowhead Ave. As the victim exited the store, he saw two subjects stealing items from his parked vehicle. The victim pushed a cart toward one of the subjects, who then brandished a black handgun. The two subjects then fled the scene in a vehicle. This case remains under investigation.

Thursday, May 11

• A victim called to report that his partner shot him during a domestic violence incident near Osgood Rd. and Auto Mall Pkwy. The victim fled on foot to a local gas station and advised that the subject who shot him fled in a passenger vehicle. Officers immediately arrived and located the subject nearby. The victim was transported to an area hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Officers authored a search warrant for the subject's vehicle. As a result, officers located the loaded firearm in the subject's vehicle. The subject, an adult out of Antioch, was arrested.

Sunday, May 14

• Officers responded to a local park near Mission Blvd. and Niles Blvd. to the report of someone being stabbed. Officers located the victim suffering from a single stab wound to his right arm and immediately provided medical aid. The victim did not know who stabbed him and explained that the incident occurred near the intersection of Mission Blvd. and Niles Canyon Rd. This case remains under investigation.
• A reporting party called to report a subject behaving strangely near Decoto Rd. and Fremont Blvd. A subject, possibly armed with a knife-like item, was seen “charging” at something, although no people were nearby. Officers located the subject near the Brookvale shopping center and determined that the subject had several outstanding warrants. The adult subject out of San Jose was arrested.

Monday, May 15

• Officers responded to the report of a subject lying in the roadway near Auto Mall Pkwy and Grimmer Blvd. The reporting party suspected the subject was hit by a vehicle. Officers arrived immediately and located the subject suffering from significant but non-life-threatening injuries. Officers rendered aid, and the victim was transported to an area hospital. This case remains under investigation.

 

 

 

 

Hayward Police Log

Submitted By Hayward PD

Monday, May 22

• Hayward Police Department has been actively searching for Boatner with the assistance of other law enforcement agencies after Boatner was identified as the man believed to be responsible for a homicide and attempted homicide on May 11, 2023, on the 100 block of Cassia Dr. in Hayward.

At about 4:15 p.m. homicide suspect Vaughn Boatner was located and arrested in a residential neighborhood of Seattle, Washington.

Boatner is currently being held without bail and has been charged by the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office with homicide, attempted homicide, child endangerment, and a felon in possession of a firearm.

 

 

 

Milpitas Police Log

Submitted By Milpitas PD

Friday, May 19

• Patrol officers and detectives responded to a shopping center after several car burglaries were reported. The suspect fled, but officers used Automated License Plate Readers (ALPR) to identify the suspect’s vehicle. Several hours later, ALPR cameras alerted officers to the suspect’s return to Milpitas. Detectives quickly found the suspect and arrested him. Detectives recovered and returned all of the stolen property from the vehicle burglaries to the victims. Also inside the suspect’s vehicle was a stolen and loaded firearm. The suspect was booked into jail for burglary, possession of a stolen firearm, and possession of stolen property.

 

 

 

Newark Police Log

Submitted By Newark PD

Friday, May 5

• At 12:57 p.m. officers responded to an alert from community safety cameras that a suspect vehicle associated with multiple recent package thefts entered the city. Officers located the vehicle and conducted an enforcement stop in the area of Thornton Ave. and Marshlands Rd. Officers noticed several packages stolen out of Newark in the vehicle. A 37-year old male resident of Newark was ultimately arrested for multiple charges including possession of stolen property, possession of burglary tools, probation violation, possession of a controlled substance and an outstanding warrant. The victims were contacted, and their packages were returned.

 

 

 

 

Honor roll

Louisiana State University Shreveport

2023 Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Inductee

• Arti Maharaj of Union City

University of California-Davis

2023 Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Inductee

• Jamie Wu of Fremont
• Laila Lawson of Hayward
• Neha Ramesh of Fremont
• Sriansh Pasumarthi of Fremont

Saint Mary's College of California

2023 Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi Inductee

• Zane Wilson of Fremont

University of Georgia

2023 Master of Accounting Graduate

• Kabir Arora of Fremont

Missouri Valley College

Spring 2023 dean's list

• Viviana Gamez of Newark

Concordia University

Spring 2023 honors list

• Abby Dueck of Newark

Harvey Mudd College

2023 BS Engineering Graduate with Distinction

• Kaanthi Pandhigunta of Union City

2023 BS Physics Graduate

• Marvis Voilac Stone of Newark

2023 BS Chemistry Graduate with High Distinction

• Laura Wu of Milpitas

McKendree University

2023 MBA in Business Administration Graduate

• Martina Villasenor of Hayward

University of Cumberlands

2023 Graduates

• Krishnakumar Balasubramanian of Fremont
• Sirisha Basireddy of Milpitas
• Sishir Raja Chalasani of Milpitas
• Sumanth Kumar Challa of Fremont
• Shanmukh Sai Epi of Fremont
• Chetana Ramesh Javali of Fremont
• Chaitanya Kanaka Krishna Kanchi of Fremont
• Sushant Malik of Milpitas
• Sai Pavan Chandrahaasa Nanduri of Fremont
• Rafael Paroli of Fremont
• Romit Rameshkumar Patel of Fremont
• Rudra Shivanand Potdar of Fremont
• Seyedomid Shirdelan of Fremont

 

 

 

 

Union City Police Scholarship recipients

Submitted by UCPD

Two James Logan High School students receive $1,500 Scholarships!

We are excited to share that Adeline Cruz and Rodolfo Ruiz, both former Mission Valley ROP students, have been granted a Union City Police Officer's Association (UCPOA) scholarship of $1,500 each.

These scholarships will be used to support their pursuit of a degree in Police Administration at Chabot College in the coming fall semester. We are confident that this additional funding will help support their transition into their new campus life.

 

 

 

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

A Green & Red arrow on traffic lights can prevent dreadful accidents

Here is a scene I encountered while driving from the Niles District. When entering onto Mission Boulevard towards Mowry Avenue and making a right turn at the 7-11, you have to be very careful checking to the left before merging, unlike with a stop and go intersection. This is a busy intersection and lacks red & green arrows. I noticed most drivers go faster than 50-mph here, instead of the 45-mph speed limit.

If the city traffic department just adds another red & green arrow on the traffic light at the Niles/Mission Boulevard intersection, it could definitely prevent dreadful accidents. Luckily there is one already installed at Mowry Avenue/Mission Boulevard next to a car dealer lot, and this makes sense.

Zafar Yousufzai

Fremont

 

 

 

Legends for Youth Baseball Clinic

Submitted by Niles-Centerville Little League

You are invited to participate in Legends for Youth Baseball Clinic presented by Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association! This free clinic is taught by former Major League players and we are hoping for your participation.

Major League Baseball Player's Alumni Association (MLBPAA) baseball clinic will be held in Union City on Sunday, June 4. Legends for Youth is a charitable program running over 180 events a year nationwide, with the mission of promoting the game of baseball to America’s youth using positive sports images and personalities. At this event former Major League Baseball players will teach you the fundamentals of the game.

Participants must be six to 16 years of age and have registered for the clinic. Please arrive to the field(s) 25 minutes before the scheduled start time and bring a bag with a bat, glove, water and sneakers.

 

Legends for Youth baseball clinic

Sunday, June 4

9 a.m. – 12 noon

Union City American Little League

4525 Dyer St., Union City

Register at mlbpaaylfyclinics.leagueapps.com/camps/3744846-legends-for-youth-clinic

https://www.mlb.com/mlbpaa

 

 

 

Summer Sandlot Baseball

Submitted by Union City Police Department

Looking for a fun summer activity? Check out the Summer Sandlot Baseball Program offered by Union City Police Department (UCPD)!

UCPD has teamed up with our Community and Recreations Services Department to offer an exciting Baseball Program this summer at Town Estates Park. The program will run every Wednesday from June 2 to August 2, providing a great opportunity for kids between the ages of 5-12 to enjoy the summer while playing baseball.

The six-week program will help players learn the fundamentals of the game along with important lessons in character development, physical fitness health, and bullying prevention. Best of all, Union City Police Officers will be coaching the teams. The participation fee is only $5 for residents, making it an affordable option for families.

Allow your kids take advantage of this chance to enjoy the beautiful summer weather while playing America's favorite pastime!

Baseball/soccer cleats are recommended, but not necessary. Kids may bring their own gloves if they wish, but gloves will be provided. Registration includes a 2023 Summer Sandlot T-Shirt!

To register at www.unioncity.org/605. If you have any questions contact trinityg@unioncity.org.

 

 

 

Continuing Events

 

First and Third Tuesdays

Mobile Food Distribution with Tri-City Volunteers

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Fremont Adult School

4700 Calaveras Ave., Fremont

(510) 793-6465

tri-cityvolunteers.org/food

Bring your own bag

 

Tuesdays

Poker Tournaments

6:00 pm

Weekly tournaments for beginner or a seasoned player

The Clubhouse Bistro & Bar

4020 Technology Pl., Fremont

(510) 651-2500

bit.ly/3GllRwI

 

Frist and Third Tuesdays & Wednesdays

Trivia Night

6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Gather your team, grab some beers, and compete to win prizes

Drake's Brewing Company

1933 Davis St. #177, San Leandro

(510) 568-2739

bit.ly/3U31xWD

 

First Wednesdays

Talkin' Dirt R

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Online gathering of gardeners

Local Ecology and Agriculture Fremont (LEAF) Center

36501 Niles Blvd., Fremont

bit.ly/3UPp51i

 

Wednesdays

Ping Pong

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Activities for people with Parkinson

Age Well Center at South Fremont

47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont

(510) 742-7529

mtorrez@fremont.gov

 

Wednesdays

Trivia Night R$

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Play & win prizes

The Clubhouse Bistro & Bar

4020 Technology Pl., Fremont

(510) 651-2500

fremontclubhouse.com

 

Wednesdays

Zumba Gold $

11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Workout while dancing

Age Well Center at South Fremont

47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont

(510) 742-7529

bit.ly/3VAVtFz

 

Wednesdays

Tropics Bingo

7:00 pm

Flash games

Tropics Mobile Home Park

33000 Almaden Blvd., Union City

(510) 471-8550

 

Thursdays

International Folk Dancing in Mandarin R$

11:30 am – 12:50 pm

Age Well Center at South Fremont

47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont

(510) 742-7529

 

Thursdays

Chair Yoga R

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Breathing and stretching techniques

Age Well Center at South Fremont

47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont

(510) 742-7529

 

First Thursdays

Plethos Comedy Lab $

8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Ever-changing lineup of Bay Area comics (18+)

Castro Valley Market Place

3295 Castro Valley Blvd., Castro Valley

(510) 901-1001

plethos.org

 

Thursdays

Chronic Pain Support Group

12:30 pm – 2:30 pm

Group guidance from Stanford Pain Management Clinic.

For zoom link: agewellcenters@fremont.gov

(510) 790 – 6600

 

Thursdays

Mahjong

1:15 pm – 3:00 pm

Enjoy the Chinese game of strategy, skill, & good fortune.

Age Well Center at South Fremont

47111 Mission Falls Ct., Fremont

(510) 742-7529

 

Thursdays & 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/3VFpbcz

 

Thursday -Sunday

Animal Feeding

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Feed livestock and learn about their favorite food.

Ardenwood Historic Farm

34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

(888) 327-2757

Admission fee applies.

 

Fridays and Saturdays

Telescope Viewings

7:30 pm – 10:30 pm

Experience the awe and wonder of the universe

Chabot Space and Science Center

10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland

(510) 336-7300

bit.ly/3pehdLx

 

Saturdays

Laugh Track City $

8:00 pm

Series of improvised games and scenes

Made Up Theatre

4000 Bay St. suite B., Fremont

(510) 573-3633

bit.ly/3HKIhsa

 

First and Third Saturdays

Pacific Bus Museum $

10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Open house

Pacific Bus Museum

37974 Shinn St., Fremont

bit.ly/41oKS25

 

Saturdays & Sundays

Recreational Swim $

12:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Activity pool, waterslides, lazy river and more

Silliman Activity and Family Aquatic Center

6800 Mowry Ave., Newark

(510) 578-4620

bit.ly/3nxo0is

 

Mondays & Thursdays

Fruit Tree Gleaning

9:00 am – 10:30 am

Donate fresh fruits from your garden

LEAF CR Stone Garden

55 Mowry Ave., Fremont

bit.ly/42e4FlR

info@fremontleaf.org

 

Wednesdays, December 7 – November 22

Qi Gong Meditation & Exercise Classes

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Relieve Stress and anxiety by joining Falun Dafa classes

Milpitas Public Library

160 N Main St., Milpitas

(408) 262-1171

 

First and third Friday, December 16 – June 16

Mobile Food Distribution

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Line up starts at 9:30 a.m.

Available for first 80 families Please bring your own reusable bag

Fremont Main Library

2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

(510) 745-1400

 

Fridays, January 20 – January 6

Knit & Crochet Circle

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Learn knitting and crocheting

Milpitas Public Library

160 N Main St., Milpitas

(408) 262-1171

 

Wednesdays, February 15 – June 7

Youth basketball clinic R

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Free Basketball clinic for Hayward students ages 12 – 17

Matt Jimenez Community Center

28200 Russ Rd., Hayward

(510) 887-0400

hayward-ca.gov/pal

 

Tuesdays, March 21 – December 19

Chess Mix

12:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Drop in for some casual chess games

San Lorenzo Library

395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo

(510) 284-0640

 

Tuesdays, April 4 – September 5

Lego & Duplo Time

3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

Create your own design using your imagination and engineering skills

Centerville library

3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont

(510) 795-2629

 

Wednesdays, April 5 – September 6

Board Game Night

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Play board games with family, friends, or make new friends

Centerville library

3801 Nicolet Ave., Fremont

(510) 795-2629

bit.ly/3VTzrhF

 

Thursdays, Fridays & Sundays, April 13 – June 30

Historic Days

10:00 am – 4:00 pm

Involve in activities like ride a train, tour the museum and more

Ardenwood Historic Farm

34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

(888) 327-2757

Admission fee applies

 

First Wednesday& third Sunday, April 16 – November 19

Shinn House tour

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Visit Shinn House on a docent led tour

Shinn Historical Park and Arboretum

1251 Peralta Blvd., Fremont

(510) 790-5541

bit.ly/3TWli28

 

Mondays, April 17 – December 8

Job Lab

12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

One-on-one help for jobseekers

Castro Valley Library

3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley

(510) 667-7900

bit.ly/3mbW8Qz

 

Fridays & Saturdays, April 25 – August 31

Your Wildest Dreams, an exhibit

11:00 am – 3:00 pm

An exhibit of wildlife’s paintings by Rita Sklar

Hayward Shoreline Interpretive Center

4901 Breakwater Ave., Hayward

(510) 670-7270

 

Wednesdays, April 26 – September 6

Manitas en Acción

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Reading out loud, learning about the culture, and other hands-on crafts in Spanish

Newark Public Library

37055 Newark Blvd., Newark

(510) 284-0675

 

Saturdays, June 3 – September 30

Summer Music Series R$

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Get ready to groove, dance and sing all summer long!

The Clubhouse Bistro & Bar

4020 Technology Pl., Fremont

(510) 651-2500

rb.gy/iw8sc

 

Tuesday-Saturday, May 2 – June 24

“Hawaiians in Hayward”

During library hours

Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage art exhibit HPL Galleries

Hayward Public Library

888 C St., Hayward

(510) 293-8685

bit.ly/4142uQr

 

Thursdays, May 4 – August 24

French Conversation Circle R

2:00 pm – 3:45 pm

Practice your French

Hayward Public Library

888 C St., Hayward

(510) 293-8685

bit.ly/HPLFrench23

wu@hayward-ca.gov

 

Fridays, May 5 – October 20

Fremont Street Eats $

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Food trucks and community fun!

Fremont Downtown Event Center

3500 Capitol Ave., Fremont

(510) 742-7510

bit.ly/2VfuSgv

 

Wednesday, May 10 – Tuesday, July 18

A Thread Through Time

During Senior Center hours

Textile Art by Anita Carse

Hayward Area Senior Center

22325 North 3rd Street, Hayward

(510) 881-6700

bit.ly/423u8hH

 

Sundays, May 21 – July 16

Creative Hands Exhibit at Dove Gallery

12:00 pm – 3:00 pm

A collection of art depicting hands and feet in creative endeavor

Dove Gallery Park Victoria Baptist Church back Parking lot

875 S Park Victoria Dr., Milpitas

(408) 464-5011

Dove@ParkVictoria.org

 

Tuesdays, May 23 – July 11

Stay & Play

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Toys and activities to explore and story time with music, movement, and rhyme

San Lorenzo Library

395 Paseo Grande, San Lorenzo

(510) 284-0640

bit.ly/435psrT

sanlorenzo@aclibrary.org

 

Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, May 25 – June 10

Welcome Spring Art Exhibit

11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Meet artists, member of A.R.T., Inc & experience the historic site of Castro valley

Adobe Art Center

20395 San Miguel Ave., Castro Valley

(510) 881-6735

 

Fridays & Saturdays, May 26 – August 26

Hayward Live

4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Experience musicians, artists & vendors performing live, creating art pieces!

B Street, Hayward, CA 94541

hayward-ca.gov/hayward-live

All activities will take place on sidewalks, bump-out patios, and parks along B Street

 

Saturdays, May 27

Divine Satsang Sabha

5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Know techniques of living a virtuous, harmonious, & meaningful life

SMVS (Shri Swaminarayan Mandir)

36665 Cedar Blvd, Newark

(650) 585-5325

bit.ly/4380OGV

 

Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, June 13 – August 3

Free Recreational Summer activities in Fremont R

2nd – 5th grade 9:00 am – 10:30 am

6th – 8th grade: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

Session 1: Jun 13 – June 29

Session 2: July 18 – August 3

Brichfield Park

24438 Santa Clara St, Hayward

(510) 881-6700

bit.ly/3NZJ4cr

Limited space, registration now

 

First Mondays, June 5 – December 4

Teen Junk Journaling Workshop

5:45 pm – 6:45 pm

Learn the basics of junk journaling and start your own journal!

Hayward Public Library

888 C St., Hayward

(510) 293-8685

rb.gy/igtdy

emrys.holmes@hayward-ca.gov

 

 

Upcoming Events

 

Wednesday, May 31

Black Birders

6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Explore the gardens, forests and fields looking for our delightful visitors

Ardenwood Historic Farm

34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

(888) 327-2757

https://rb.gy/epksl

Admission fee applies Meet at the Train Station Entrance Gate

 

Wednesday, May 31

Drive Smart R

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Senior Driver Traffic Safety Seminar

Castro Valley Library

3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley

(510) 667-7900

bit.ly/3BCsbgz

 

Wednesday, May 31

Bingo Night

5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Chick-fil-A Mowry Avenue

5245 Mowry Ave., Fremont

(510) 608-5771

rb.gy/0vcfb

 

Thursday, June 1

Keeping Elders Safe

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

An overview of elder abuse & legal remedies

Castro Valley Library

3600 Norbridge Ave., Castro Valley

(510) 667-7900

aclibrary.bibliocommons.com/events

accessibility@aclibrary.org (for interpreter)

 

Thursday – Sunday, June 1 – June 4

Summer Book Sale

Thurs: Members only: 5:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Fri, Sat, Sun: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Books, CDs, DVDs, Audio books, Blu-ray, Console Games, & more

Milpitas Public Library

160 N Main St., Milpitas

(408) 262-1171

rb.gy/k2pt9

 

Friday, June 2

First Friday

5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Support our local beneficiaries by purchasing a growler or crowler!

Drake's Brewing Company

1933 Davis St. #177, San Leandro

(510) 568-2739

rb.gy/6meq1

 

Friday, June 2

First Fridays Climate Series: Atmospheric Extremes

6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Evidence for the effects of climate change and highlighting ideas and solutions

Chabot Space and Science Center

10000 Skyline Blvd., Oakland

(510) 336-7300

rb.gy/chx93

 

Friday, June 2

First Friday Cinema – Double Matinee

11:00 am – 3:30 pm

Each month features two films

First Screening: 11:00 am

Second Screening: 2:00 pm

Cherryland Community Center

278 Hampton Road, Hayward

(510) 626-8522

rb.gy/wm0v4

 

Friday & Saturday, June 2 – June 3

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

rb.gy/emcre

 

Saturday, June 3

Bird Walk

9:00 am – 11:30 am

Discover patterns of behavior, migration and habitat

Sunol Regional Wilderness Visitor Center

1895 Geary Rd., Sunol

(510) 544-3245

rb.gy/fpz65

Parking fee applies

 

Saturday, June 3

Beautiful Trees

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Stroll the grounds, see some special trees and hear their stories

Ardenwood Historic Farm

34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

(888) 327-2757, (510) 544-3282

rb.gy/qtfc9

CGarcia@ebparks.org

Admission fee applies

 

Saturday, June 3

Sonidos En La Naturaleza (English and Spanish)

10:00 am – 11:30 am

Listen to some of the most beautiful sounds in nature in community

Coyote Hills Visitors Center

8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont

(510) 544-3220

rb.gy/t6ycg

MCerda@ebparks.org

Parking fee applies

 

Saturday, June 3

Storywalk Along the Marsh

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Join us for an outdoor story walk as we explore the marsh

Coyote Hills Visitors Center

8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont

(510) 544-3220

rb.gy/0fj9t

Parking fee applies

 

Saturday, June 3

San Leandro Cherry Festival

Parade: 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Festival: 11:00 am – 6:00 pm

Parade starts from San Leandro BART station and ends at San Leandro Main Library on Estudillo Avenue

Historic Downtown San Leandro

downtownsanleandro.com/cherryfest

cherryfestival@sanleandro.org

(510) 577-3462.

 

Saturday, June 3

Budding Birders

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Learn some bird facts, examine feathers up close, and try birding by ear!

Sunol Regional Wilderness Visitor Center

1895 Geary Rd., Sunol

(510) 544-3245

rb.gy/04bms

Parking fee applies

 

Saturday, June 3

Hayward World Dance Festival $R

2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Showcasing cultural dance from our diverse community

Douglas Morrisson Theatre

22311 N 3rd St., Hayward

(510) 881-6700

rb.gy/zraqi

 

Saturday, June 3

Brian Copeland: “Grandma and Me: An Ode to Single Parents” $R

8:00 pm

Chanticleers Theatre

3683 Quail Ave., Castro Valley

(510) 733-5483

chanticleers.org

 

Saturday, June 3

Fremont Pride Kick-Off Celebration

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Celebrate and represent the LGBTQIA+ community with the Queer Chorus of San Francisco

Fremont Main Library

2400 Stevenson Blvd., Fremont

(510) 745-1444

rb.gy/ogxuc

fremont@aclibrary.org

 

Saturday, June 3

Jobs Forward: Job & Resource Fair

10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Meet with local employers and organizations

Hayward Public Library

888 C St., Hayward

(510) 881-7974

rb.gy/6mxow

hector.villasenor@hayward-ca.gov

 

Saturday, June 3

Hayward Latin Jazz Festival $R

12:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Momotombo SF with former members of Malo & Santana will be performing

Vintage Alley Salon & Inspired Vintage Boutique

1037 B Street, Hayward

(510) 537-6105

rb.gy/989gc

 

Saturday, June 3

Puppet Wars

6:30 pm – 9:00 pm

Pro wrestling with a twist, as puppets battle it out

Drake's Brewing Company

1933 Davis St. #177, San Leandro

(510) 568-2739

rb.gy/659aq

 

Saturday, June 3

Farm Chores for kids

10:30 am – 11:00 am

Lend a hand cracking corn feeding for the farm animals

Ardenwood Historic Farm

34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

(888) 327-2757

rb.gy/so4en

Admission fee applies

 

Saturday, June 3

Campfire Program: Animal Myths

8:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Explore some common myths about animals and their importance to healthy ecosystems

Dumbarton Quarry Campground

9400 Quarry Rd., Fremont

(510) 544-3220

https://rb.gy/t881m

 

Saturday, June 3

Book Sale

10:30 am – 3:30 pm

Pop in for some great deals!

Hayward Public Library

888 C St., Hayward

(510) 293-8685

rb.gy/r7bwn

 

Saturday, June 3

Visit Meek Mansion

10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Self-guided tour

Meek Mansion

17365 Boston Road, Hayward

rb.gy/7cp42

 

Sunday, June 4

The Hole Donut

11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Learn a little history about this pastry and discover how to bake or fry them using our wood-burning stove

Ardenwood Historic Farm

34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

(510) 544-3285

rb.gy/y8o4k

mcastle@ebparks.org

Admission fee applies

Disabled accessible

 

Sunday, June 4

Historic Hay Harvest

1:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Help load the freshly mown hay and haul it back to build a big stack

Ardenwood Historic Farm

34600 Ardenwood Blvd., Fremont

(888) 327-2757

rb.gy/r01h8

Admission fee applies

 

Sunday, June 4

Nature Stories: Dragonflies

10:00 am – 11:00 am

Read a nature-themed storybook followed by an activity

Sunol Regional Wilderness Visitor Center

1895 Geary Rd., Sunol

(510) 544-3245

rb.gy/gdjf2

Parking fee applies

 

Sunday, June 4

Reptile Meet and Greet

2:00 pm – 2:30 pm

Crawl, slither, or glide on over to learn about our resident reptiles

Sunol Regional Wilderness Visitor Center

1895 Geary Rd., Sunol

(510) 544-3245

rb.gy/n2u1y

Parking fee applies

 

Sunday, June 4

Butterfly & Bird Festival

10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Annual celebration to connect with parks, people and pollinators

Coyote Hills Visitors Center

8000 Patterson Ranch Rd., Fremont

(510) 544-3220

rb.gy/g4ou7

Parking fee applies

 

Sunday, June 4

Bay Phil Plays “Beethoven” $R

3:00 pm

Featuring international award-winning pianist, improviser and composer

James Logan High School

1800 H St., Union City

(510) 471-2520

https://rb.gy/1g3yd

 

Sunday, June 4

Family Friendly Matinee $R

3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

The cast of Laugh Track City plays a series of improvised games

Doors open at 2:30 pm

Made Up Theatre

4000 Bay St. suite B., Fremont

(510) 573-3633

rb.gy/sofxk

 

Sunday, June 4

Exotic Bird Mart & Expo 2023 $R

10:00 am – 3:00 pm

Tons of finches, canaries, conures, lovebirds, cockatiels, toys, seeds & more

Veterans Memorial Hall

37154 2nd St., Fremont

(510) 790-2853

exoticbirdmart.com

Ticket sold at the door

 

Monday, June 5

Folding Books

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Convert books into small sculptures

Newark Public Library

37055 Newark Blvd., Newark

(510) 284-0675

rb.gy/r6hap

 

Mondays, June 5 – July 24

Entrenamiento en Liderazgo: Salud Mental R

4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

Mental health leadership training in Spanish

Newark Public Library

37055 Newark Blvd., Newark

(510) 284-0675

rb.gy/1na3x

 

Tuesday, Jun 6

Eviction Information Workshop R

5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Information workshop to inform tenants about the eviction process

Fremont Family Resource Center

39155 Liberty St., Fremont

(510) 574-2000

bit.ly/42M4YVe

Call (510) 574-2028 to reserve your spot

 

Tuesday, June 6

Wild Rainforest (Outdoor Animal Program)

10:30 am – 11:30 am

Meet animals from endangered tropical rainforests around the world

Union City Library

34007 Alvarado-Niles Rd., Union City

(510) 745-1464 ext. 6

rb.gy/ea8t2

 

 

 

 

Summer Concerts

Milpitas Summer Concert Series

6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Free admission excluding July 4

 

June 16 – Purple Haze

Sunnyhills Albert Augustine Jr. Memorial Park

Cortez St. & Coelho St.

 

July 4 – Sacred Fire Band

Milpitas Sports Center Complex

1325 E Calaveras Blvd.

 

July 21 – Jordan T

Pinewood Park

Starlite Dr. & Lonetree Ct.

 

August 4 – Billy Martini Show

Milpitas Sports Center Complex

1325 E Calaveras Blvd.

 

August 5 – Other People’s Money

Milpitas Sports Center Complex

1325 E Calaveras Blvd.

 

www.milpitas.gov/milpitas/departments/recreation-services

 

Alameda County Fair concerts

8:00 p.m. – 9:15 p.m. nightly (except July 4)

7 p.m. Gates Open

 

June 16: Con Funk Shun

June 17: Yachtley Crew – The Titans of Soft Rock

June 18: Bee Gees Gold

June 21: Jesse McCartney

June 22: Ashanti

June 23: Quiet Riot

June 24: Queen Nation

June 25: Mi Banda El Mexicano

June 28: Joe Nichols

June 29: E-40

June 30: Gin Blossoms

July 1: George Michael Reborn

July 2: Purple Reign – Prince Tribute

July 3: LANCO

July 5: Night Ranger

July 6 LeAnn Rimes

July 7: Mirage, Visions of Fleetwood Mac

July 8: Super Diamond – The Neil Diamond Tribute

July 9: Karla Perez as Selena

 

Alameda County Fairgrounds Amphitheatre

Gates 8 & 12 off Valley Ave., Pleasanton

(925) 426-7600

https://alamedacountyfair.com/

 

Hayward Municipal Band Summer Concerts in the Park

Sundays, June 18 – July 9

Hayward Memorial Park, Tony Morelli Bandstand

4176 Mission Blvd., Hayward (Behind Hayward Plunge)

 

Groovin’ at the Grove

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

4 p.m. Gates Open

Bring a blanket or low-backed chair

 

June 24 – Big Bang Beat

July 8 – Isaiah

July 22 – Cisco Kid

August 5 – Servants

 

Shirley Sisk Grove, NewPark Mall

2086 NewPark Mall Rd., Newark

https://www.newark.org/

 

Central Park Summer Concert Series

6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

 

June 29 – CC Segar

July 13 – Melody Makers

July 20 – Pride & Joy

July 27 – Touch of Class

August 3 – Idea Band

August 10 – Flock of Seagirls

 

Central Park Performance Pavilion

40204 Paseo Padre Pkwy, Fremont

(510) 790-5541

www.fremont.gov

 

H.A.R.D and Hayward Odd Fellows Summer Concert Series

1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

 

Sundays, August 6 – September 24

(no concert September 3)

 

Hayward Memorial Park

24176 Mission Blvd., Hayward

 

 

 

 

Summer Outdoor Movies

Movie Night Out

8:30 p.m.

$10; register ahead of time

 

June 9

Jurassic World Dominion

Dixon Landing Park

1771 Milmont Dr., Milpitas

 

June 23

Soul

Sinnott Park

Tahoe Dr., Milpitas

 

July 14

Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank

Peter Gill Memorial Park

Santa Rita Dr. & Paseo Refugio

 

July 28

Ant Man & the Wasp

Higuera Adobe Park

Wessex Pl., Milpitas

www.milpitas.gov

 

Family Movie Nights

Bring lawn chairs, blankets, snacks

 

June 13

Strange World

8 p.m.

Halycon Park

 

July 11

Family Camp

8 p.m.

Chabot Park

 

July 28

Minions: Rise of Gru

7 p.m.

Farrelly Pool

$3 pre-registration, $6 at the door

 

August 8

8 p.m.

Hotel Transylvania: Transformania

Washington Manor Park

www.sanleandro.org/377/Recreation-Human-Services

 

Free Outdoor Movies

8 p.m.

Bring picnic dinner, low-back chairs or blankets, and flashlights

 

June 23

Lightyear

Mr. Eden Park

 

July 21

DC League of Super Pets

San Lorenzo Community Park

 

August 18

Turning Red

Castro Valley Community Park

 

September 8

Hotel Transylvania 4

Meek Park

www.haywardrec.org

 

Bark After Dark

8 p.m.

Bring low-back chairs and/or blankets. Pets must remain on leashes

 

July 7

Secret Life of Pets

 

July 14

Air Bud

 

July 21

Disney’s Bolt

 

July 28

Lady and the Tamp

 

Kennedy Community Park

1333 Decoto Rd., Union City

 

 

Classic Movies Under the Stars

$5 Barbara Lee Senior Center Member; $10 Non-Member

Register online or at the Senior Center

 

July 21

8:30 p.m.

A League of Their Own

Cardoza Park

 

August 18

8:30 p.m.

Grease (1978)

Barbara Lee Senior Center

www.milpitas.gov