Resident carjacked in Walnut Creek, left beside road off Highway 4

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ROSSMOOR NEWS
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 20, 2008
WALNUT CREEK, CALIFORNIA
VOLUME 42, NO. 24 • 50 CENTS
Resident carjacked in
GRF president restores decision-making
Walnut Creek, left beside option to Board’s mid-month meetings
Project management company for Creekside
road off Highway 4
She’s okay, but her car is destroyed
gives facts and figures on phasing project
By Wilma Murray
By Wilma Murray
Staff writer
A
Rossmoor resident was
the victim of a carjacking Aug. 7 in Walnut
Creek. The 80-year-old woman, who did not want to be
named or interviewed for the
story, was believed to be the
second victim of at least one
of the perpetrators of a similar
attack and kidnapping of a 45year-old woman that occurred
in San Leandro July 31.
Both crimes had similarities, including the bank the
robbers used in Pittsburg to
access their accounts and the
fact that both women were then
dropped off near Hwy 4.
The San Leandro woman
was abducted from her apartment complex gated garage on
Estudillo, where she was forced
into a man’s car, then driven to
a Pittsburg Bank of America
where another suspect awaited.
She was later left by the side of
the road in Hercules.
The Rossmoor resident was
carjacked from the top floor of
a parking garage near the Walnut Creek Century Theaters
during the midafternoon as
she was getting out of her car.
Two men confronted her and
pushed her into the back seat.
After the woman was forced
to give the carjackers her bank
information, she was released
by a freeway exit. She was later found down an embankment
off McEwen Road near unincorporated Martinez, where
she had rolled into a barbedwire fence, suffering cuts and
bruises. A passerby helped her
and called police.
The carjackers tried to access her account at the same
Pittsburg bank as in the first
case, but were unsuccessful.
They then drove to a nearby
Wells Fargo Bank where they
were able to access her accounts.
The resident’s reportedly
burned, abandoned car was
found later that afternoon in
Bay Point.
Continued on page 7
Democrats to view Obama’s
convention acceptance speech
during club’s August meeting
By Florence Kleinfeld
Club correspondent
Those who can’t be at Denver’s 76,000-seat Bronco Stadium to
hear Barack Obama’s acceptance speech for the Democrat nomination for president may watch this historic event at the Democrat
Club’s meeting on Thursday, Aug. 28. Together, all members will
view Obama’s speech on a large screen in the Diablo Room at
Hillside.
Obama’s dream for America’s future falls on the 45th anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech.
Members and guests are asked to arrive at 6:30 p.m. for the
usual social and then view the speech at 7. The speech will be
followed by the scheduled speaker, Dr. Steven Raphael, who will
talk about the effect of unemployment discrimination and the
Continued on page 7
G
RF President Fred
Barnes read sections
of the bylaws at the
mid-month meeting Aug. 12
before stating his proposed
adjustments.
In future, he said, midmonth agendas will be published in advance of the meetings; the Board will be able
to make decisions and take
actions at mid-month meetings; and a regular Residents
Forum will be included in the
proceedings.
“While it has been traditional that no decisions have
been made at the mid-month
meeting, with the restoration of rules applicable to the
Board meetings, the Board
will now have that option and
will exercise it when appropriate at future meetings,”
Barnes said.
As there had been no advance agenda for this meeting, however, he said no actions would be taken or motions accepted at this time.
The August mid-month meeting continued in the vein of
informational/discussion session only.
But prior to all discussion,
Barnes honored lifeguard
Nicholas Eisenbart who was
recently involved in a pool
rescue. A resident’s threeyear-old granddaughter was
playing in the pool when her
grandmother’s attention was
diverted briefly and the child
slipped under the water’s surface. Eisenhart responded
immediately and got the child
out of the pool to safety.
Presenting the Rossmoor
Award pin and a plaque to
Eisenhart, Barnes thanked
Residents can
sign up for
CERT training
INSIDE THE NEWS
Arts & Leisure ................ 18-25
Arts and Leisure listing ...... 32
Bridge .............................. 38-39
Calendar.......................... 28-31
Classified ......................... 44-55
Channel 28 TV Guide ......... 33
Clubs ..... 26-27,32-33,39,42-43
Dining Guide ....................... 26
Health .............................. 40-42
In Memoriam....................... 35
Movies ............................. 20-21
New Residents...................... 17
Religion ............................... 34
Residents Forum ............ 16-17
Sports .............................. 36-38
Staff writer
Sonja Christopher
reprises role.
See page18.
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Registration is under way
for the next Rossmoor Community Emergency Response
Team (CERT) series.
Classes will be held on Oct.
29 and 30, Nov. 5 and 6, and
Nov. 12 and 13, from 9 a.m.
to noon at Hillside Clubhouse.
All six classes are required as
part of the CERT program.
The goal of CERT is to teach
people to help themselves and
their community following a
major disaster. In the event of
Continued on page 8
News photo by Mike DiCarlo
Alex Gunst of Pound Management tells the Board about feasibility and costs to phase the Creekside project.
him for doing his duty so well.
Phases of Creekside
Alex Gunst of Pound Management, the construction
management company hired
to oversee the Creekside project, presented some facts and
figures to the Board regarding
feasibility and costs to phase
the building on the north side
of Stanley Dollar Drive.
This phasing would separate out the two northernmost
buildings from the other two
buildings. The first phase includes buildings to be used
to house the News, Channel
28, public safety offices, golf
course maintenance workers and equipment and storage for golf carts. The second
phase would include the new
Pro Shop and restaurant and
a social center with meeting
rooms.
As far as feasibility, Gunst
said an engineer’s evaluation
of the plans indicated no reason the two sets of buildings
could not be built at separate intervals. The work on
one area should not impact
continuing operations of the
other.
The financial analysis
indicates that the phasing
would increase the costs for
the project by approximately
15 percent, or close to $2
million. Some of these costs
would be incurred because
of the additional architectural work, including extended
permitting processes and
more would be added due to
the increased length of time
contractors would be needed
Continued on page 4
FWCM plans park opening
By Mel Fredlund
Secretary
President Nancy Turnier
presented her report to all the
directors and 21 residents at
First Mutual’s regular board
meeting held July 25.
Turnier said there had been
no President’s Forum this
month so the next report will
be next month.
She also said there are tentative plans to hold an official
opening of the new park area
behind Golden Rain, Entry 7
after the August board meeting. If the resident who donated
the money to create the park is
able to attend, the opening ceremonies will be held after the
board meeting Friday, Aug.
22. The Mutual will provide
sandwiches, soft drinks and
cookies for the celebration. All
residents are invited to attend.
Turnier also said there is a
chain-link fence separating the
property of this Mutual from
that of Mutual 65 on Golden
Rain Road, Entry 2. Because
some see this fence as an eyesore, Turnier requested Mutual
65 remove it, but the Mutual
denied the request. Instead,
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ROSSMOOR NEWS • AUGUST 20, 2008
Generosity shown to Kiwanis Challenge of Aging Fund
The Kiwanis Club of
Rossmoor thanks the many
donors for their contributions
to the Challenges of the Aging
Fund. Donations were made
by Rossmoor residents who
responded to the recent flyer
in the Rossmoor News and by
golfers who are participating in
the Kiwanis Club golf tournament.
To date, Kiwanis has given
more than $87,000 to residents in need through the fund.
Money is distributed through
the Rossmoor Office of Counseling Services. For example,
residents can receive $25 certificates to Safeway as part of
this program.
The Challenges of Aging
Fund provides an emergency
safety net for people who are
grappling with sudden hardship.
Money is raised through a
variety of fund-raising drives,
including the golf tournament
on Monday, Aug. 25. Golfers
interested in playing in the
tournament can pick up an
Luxur y
BOARD AGENDA
Following are the Board agenda items for the GRF Board
meeting on Thursday, Aug. 28, at 9 a.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway. The agenda packet is available in the GRF Board
Office at Gateway a week before the meeting.
The Domino Club recently made a contribution to the Challenges of the Aging Fund. Presenting the check are, Maggie Ottenbacher, left, and Betty Costa, right, to Elsie Nixon, chairwoman
of the Challenges of the Aging Fund for Kiwanis.
entry form in the Pro Shop at
Creekside.
Residents can still donate
to the Challenges of the Ag-
Freedom
Security
ing Fund by mailing a check
to Kiwanis of Rossmoor, P.O.
Box 2037, Walnut Creek, CA
94595.
Community
Service
1. Consider accepting the GRF audit report for the year
ended Dec. 31, 2007, as submitted by the Foundation’s independent audit firm.
2. Consider approving the appointment of members to the
Ad Hoc Long-Range Planning Task Force.
3. Consider approving the appointment of George E. Addison to the Ad Hoc Alternative Energy Committee.
4. Consider adopting a revised Golf Advisory Committee
Charter.
5. Consider adopting a revised Policy Committee Charter.
6. Consider approving a revised 2009 GRF budget calendar
to include enhanced resident information/participation in the
budget process.
7. Consider approving the CEO’s proposed Employee Performance Recognition Program, including a Management Bonus Program, for 2009.
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Creekside, corp yard facts presented to CORG
CEO Warren Salmons (at the podium) gave an update on the corporation yard and Creekside
projects at the Committee for an Open and Responsive Government (CORG) meeting last
Tuesday. GRF is moving forward on improvements to the corporation yard, as mandated by
the city, and the first phase only of the Creekside project. The meeting was taped and will air
at a future date on Channel 28. Pictured at the head table are CORG representatives Peter
Cortessis and Jay Berman and GRF President Fred Barnes.
Tax credits are available from the state for low-income
Rossmoor residents through the 2008 homeowners and renter
assistance program. The free program is sponsored by the California Franchise Tax Board.
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Project manager tells Board that phasing Creekside would increase costs
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on site, along with the need
to “mobilize and de-mobilize
twice,” Gunst said.
“That is a heck of a lot of
money,” said Director Ron
Moschel, who suggested it
might be necessary to reconsider the phasing.
Barnes said it has been acknowledged that there would
be a premium to pay in phasing the project but the Board
had already made its decision
to phase the project and “the
premium is a reality of that decision.”
However, Moschel and directors Sheldon Solloway
and David Smith all agreed it
might be a good idea to think
again about breaking the project down into the two phases.
“We have made a decision
based upon facts that were
available at the time,” Smith
said. “When new facts become
available, it’s appropriate for
us to revisit the decision that
we made.”
But Barnes said reconsiderations can go on and on and
achieve nothing. “It’s not a new
fact; we simply put a quantifiable figure on an assumed premium,” he said. “I think we
accept the premium and we go
forward.”
Stairway to Del Valle
In response to a petition
signed by numerous First Mutual residents for the creation
of a stairway/pathway leading
from Lower Golden Rain Road
to the Del Valle parking lot,
Trust Operations Director Dan
Schrantz wrote a report that
Salmons summarized for the
Board about its costs and feasibility. The proposed purpose
of the path would be to shorten the distance for pedestrian
travel from First Mutual to Del
Valle.
The property that would be
affected includes approximately two-thirds land belonging to
Project 3 in the Mutual and the
Board President Fred Barnes congratulates lifeguard Nick Eisenbart for earning the Rossmoor
Award while other members of the GRF Board, from left, Paul Rosenzweig, David Smith, Christ
Folger, Ron Moschel, Jane Carmichael and Phoebe Cortessis looks on.
rest to GRF.
Schrantz pointed out in his
report that there may be some
issues with city permitting,
handicapped access, environmental impact (erosion) and
the usability of a long steep
path and stairs. The cost esti-
mate, he wrote, could possibly
exceed $170,000.
Salmons said there has been
no budget allowance for the
project, but should the Board
choose, it could be put in as
a Trust work project or costshared with the Mutual.
Resident John Nutley pointed out that the property that
is part of First Mutual should
be the purview of First Mutual and not the GRF Board,
a comment that received confirmation from Director Paul
Rosenzweig who said the
Board’s only option is to refer
the proposed project to First
Mutual to see if the Mutual
will entertain the concept and
at what cost.
Moschel questioned the discussion altogether, stating that
it would be First Mutual residents that would use it and it
really only involves the Mutual.
Rosenzweig said even bringing it forward is “just burning
up time and money.”
Smith asked Salmons if
there might not be a better way
to handle resident requests that
may be impractical for one
reason or another, however
well-meaning they are, rather
than bringing each and every
one before the Board.
But Barnes said the proposal was on the agenda because
so many residents went to “so
much trouble” to get the petition signed, and he wanted to
address it “as a courtesy and a
recognition of a fair amount of
research.”
Salmons suggested that
there needs to be some type of
process for vetting proposals
such as this. He said he would
like to propose one in coordination with the budgeting process at some point.
Fire abatement
The fire department has increased the defensible space requirement for the county from
the former 30 feet to 100 feet,
Salmons said. This means by
law, fire-prone vegetation must
be cut back 100 feet from all
structures.
The Mutuals have been
working on this for some time
in anticipation of this new re-
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Is GRF responsible for fire abatement for Mutual 68?
quirement, he said.
Since the GRF takeover of
property from Shea, GRF now
is responsible for lands that
form common boundaries with
some Mutuals – about 700
acres of open space, Salmons
said. In some areas, the 100
feet of defensible space extends beyond Mutual properties into GRF property.
Having dealt with its defensible space requirements on its
property, Mutual 68 has been
urging GRF to attend to clearing its property that abuts the
Mutual.
But this begs the question
that, if GRF owns no structures on the land it owns, is it
required by law to create defensible space for structures it
does not own? There is only
one structure owned by GRF
that would be subject to the requirement, and that is Hillside
Clubhouse, Salmons said. The
cost of that clearance should
be borne by GRF as it is a
common clubhouse.
So the next question is:
Should GRF be responsible
for clearing vegetation on its
property when that property is
within 100 feet of structures
owned by the Mutuals? If it
does take on the responsibility
for such clearance, who should
pay for it? Is there a way to
cost-share and cooperate?
Cost estimates for work to
priority areas of GRF property
that interface with Mutuals are
$60,000, the largest portion
of that being approximately
$50,000 for the area bordering Mutual 68; and to address
Hillside Clubhouse defensible
space, $22,000.
Three residents from Mutual 68 addressed the Board regarding fire abatement. Robert
Heyden told the Board that “it’s
a total Rossmoor problem” and
if GRF doesn’t do something
in a timely manner and a fire
breaks out, it will become a
“blame situation.”
Diane Mader said the Mutual has taken care of its portion of the defensible space
and GRF needs to step up and
do its part. It’s not about budget, she said. “This is a health
and safety issue.”
“Our residents are very, very
concerned,” Mutual 68 resident James Hartnett added.
Smith wanted to know who
was legally obligated in this
situation.
GRF General Counsel
Shannon Walpole said that
when Shea owned the property, she looked into the question
of fire abatement and learned
that Shea had no responsibility to create defensible space
for structures on someone
else’s property (the Mutuals).
The same would be true for
GRF. While not legally obligated, however, there is such
a thing as “maintenance of a
nuisance” which might be considered, she said.
Overall, Salmons said the
issues are funding and policy
philosophy.
“My view is that it is a
While Director Paul Rosenzweig listens, Vice President David
Smith explains his views on one of the Board’s mid-month meeting topics.
CEO Warren Salmons, left, makes proposals about the budget
presentation while Director Sheldon Solloway listens.
shared risk,” he said. “There
probably should be some sort
of compromise.”
Moschel agreed. “Let’s do
the right thing. Let’s all share
it … let everyone put their part
in and solve it.”
But Barnes wasn’t sold on
that idea. “It’s not for us (the
Board) to dictate to the Mutuals,” he said, adding that it
could be a suggestion, but not
a mandate.
However, he conceded, “fire
doesn’t recognize boundar-
ies.”
Solloway said it might be
hard to convince First Mutual
residents that they are at risk
from a fire near Mutual 68.
But, he said, all Mutuals share
the $100,000 insurance deductible and if there is a fire in
Mutual 68, everyone would ultimately pay for it through the
deductible.
“There is some exposure
there,” he said, and added that
there is a good neighbor aspect
to be considered.
News/TV coverage
In response to CORG President Hugh Grey’s request that
the News and Channel 28 begin to report on and televise
the Finance Committee meetings, Communications Manager Maureen O’Rourke gave
an overview of the guidelines
both the paper and the TV
channel follow.
Both of the GRF Board
monthly meetings – regular
and mid-month – are reported
on and televised. The budget
process is covered in a series of
meetings from the introduction
to the community to the final
meeting resulting in Board’s
actions and these meetings are
also featured in the News and
on Channel 28. Any special
meetings that affect the community at large, such as those
regarding Creekside, are also
featured.
However, while the Finance
Committee meetings are open
to residents and are taped, and
the tapes are available in the
Rossmoor Library, the News
and Channel 28 do not report
on them other than in summary
through the committee reports
during the regular monthly
GRF Board meeting.
There has been little call
for more meeting coverage,
O’Rourke said. In fact, the
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Board discusses News/TV coverage of meetings, budget calendar
feedback she said she gets is
that there are too many meetings on Channel 28. Residents
tell her “Put more entertainment shows on,” she said.
Furthermore, there is simply not enough staff to cover
all committee meetings, either
for reporting or televising, she
said.
Director Phoebe Cortessis
said she believed Channel 28,
being supported by GRF, should
primarily be for information
sharing to the residents and education, not entertainment. She
doesn’t see it like a “teeter-totter” with half education/information and half entertainment,
she said, but instead, the weight
should be more heavily on the
former.
Residents like the entertainment, though, O’Rourke said,
and, in the News, the feature stories and other types of articles.
It’s important not to overwhelm
people with back-to-back meetings in print or on TV, O’Rourke
said. “We offer a balance; we
give everybody a variety,” she
said.
Barnes jokingly said he
took exception to the fact that
O’Rourke didn’t find the Board
meetings to be scintillating
enough for added coverage.
“We have drama; we have
comedy; we have angst; we have
it all here,” he said, but then taking a serious note, commended
O’Rourke on her professionalism and said the Board sets policy, and she, as manager, follows
it, which is as it should be.
Smith said it is up to O’Rourke
to determine the balance of news
and programming. “I would be
the last person to tell her how to
do her job,” he said.
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the Thursday, Aug. 28, regular
meeting of the Board.
Rosenzweig objected. He said
the Finance Committee voted to
add the summary budget to the
Web site and make it available to
anyone who attended the meeting.
Now, he said, the committee’s
decision is more or less being
overridden. “Now we’re saying
let’s blow it up even more, blow it
out to special meetings,” Rosenzweig said. “I don’t understand
what we’re doing except burning
up staff time,” not to mention
Board and Finance Committee
members’ time. He said he sees
no real benefit to the community
from the additional meetings.
There’s no intent to override
the committee, Barnes said.
This has more to do with resident requests.
“(The residents are) very,
very concerned about the
budget process,” Barnes said.
“And we want to involve them
as much as possible.”
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Salmons explained the upcoming program for presenting
the 2009 budget to the community, allowing for the budget to be
finalized by the end of September. A draft budget will be delivered to the Finance Committee
on Tuesday, Sept. 2, and two joint
Finance Committee/GRF Board
meetings are set for Tuesday and
Wednesday, Sept. 9 and 10.
Salmons asked the Board for
direction regarding the best way
to inform residents about the
budget in advance so the Board
can receive feedback from residents prior to making decisions.
His suggestions included conducting town hall meetings on
a chosen date between the Finance Committee draft budget
meeting and the joint committee/Board meetings; summarizing the budget in the News;
and placing copies of the budget
summary and/or a fully detailed
draft budget in the Library and/
or on the Rossmoor Web site.
Barnes asked that staff pur-
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subsequent effect of unemployment on
Policy.
the economy.
Raphael’s research focuses on the
Raphael is a professor of public
economics of low-wage labor markets,
policy at the Goldman School of Publow-income housing markets, crime and
lic Policy, UC Berkeley. He received
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his doctoral degree in economics from
His recent work includes a forthcomUC Berkeley in 1996 and a bachelor’s
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All residents are invited to attend. For inco-director and co-principal investigator of the
Berkeley Integrated Graduate Education, Re- formation, contact Nancy Landfield at 933search and Training (IGERT) Program in Poli- 0582.
A Pittsburg man was arrested in connection with the
San Leandro crime and police believe he is connected to
suspects in the Rossmoor resident’s kidnapping. Two other
suspects are being sought.
The suspect in custody for
the San Leandro crime, 30year-old Tulsha Perkins, was
arrested with the help of a
bank surveillance video and
witnesses, and thanks to the
fact he left his driver’s license
and Social Security number at
the bank while trying to cash
the check he had forced the
San Leandro woman to write.
He has been charged by Alam-
eda County prosecutors with
kidnapping, robbery and a probation violation.
One of the two kidnappers
still being sought is described
as a slim black man, 20 to 30
years old, well over 6-foot tall.
The men were driving a dark
gray 1990s American-made
four-door sedan with vinyl or
leather on the inside and tinted
rear windows.
Anyone with information is
asked to call San Leandro police at (510) 577-2740 or Walnut Creek police at 943-5844.
This story was written by
compiling information from
various news media and the
Walnut Creek Police.
Scheduled speaker, Steven Raphael, to follow
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the hours of 9 a.m. and noon,
and 1 to 3:30 p.m., Tuesday
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with you when you apply for
a bar code:
• A completed application
(which can be obtained
through Securitas)
• Driverʼs license
• Vehicle registration
• Check or money order
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Board meeting DVDs available in Library
Channel 28 has produced
DVD copies of all the GRF
Board meetings from January
2008 to present and has made
them available to residents in
the Rossmoor Library at Gateway. Both the regular monthly
meetings and the mid-month
meetings are available for residents to check out.
In addition, residents are
reminded that all GRF Board
meetings are televised on
Channel 28. Check the TV
Guide for dates and times.
The Fall Bazaar, co-sponsored
by the Activities Council and the
Recreation Department, will be
held on Saturday, Nov. 1, in the
Fireside Room, Oak Room, and
arts and crafts studios at Gate-
way from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Fall Bazaar is an opportunity for residents to sell
handmade arts and craft items.
This event is not for selling used
or commercially manufactured
items.
Applications are now available at the Administration Desk
at Gateway. Applications will be
processed on a first-come, firstserved basis.
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Lately I’ve been getting lots of questions about lighting, and
it’s no wonder. There’s a big push to switch from incandescent to energy efficient lighting, such as compact fluorescents
(CFLs). Even large-scale mainstream retailers like Wal-Mart
and Home Depot have joined in the action to promote fluorescents. And PG&E has even given them away.
Fluorescent lights can last up to 10 times longer than traditional lighting. On average, a CFL will burn for up to 10,000
hours. While, it’s true that CFLs cost more to purchase than
the others, over the long run, they can save you big bucks. All
things considered, they cost about 75 percent less to light a
house than incandescent lights.
While the environmental and monetary benefits of energy efficient lighting are huge, there are also some associated
“costs.” All fluorescents lights, whether tubes or CFLs, contain small amounts of mercury, which the state of California
has determined to be detrimental to the environment when put
in the landfi ll. So, when the bulbs eventually burn out, what
do you do with them if you can’t put them into your garbage
or recycling bin?
For Rossmoor residents, the answer is really easy. Residents
can have CFLs or any fluorescent lights collected by Curbside,
Inc. by calling 800-449-7587.
But I think that the issue is bigger than how consumers dispose of their spent lights. Fluorescents are just one of myriad
products that the state of California says are toxic and cannot
be put in the landfill. Batteries, electronics and medical injection devices (sharps) are also banned from the garbage.
This restriction presents a burden on local governments and
consumers too. Making collection programs convenient is the
key for ensuring that all these devices are properly disposed
of. I just wish that the manufacturers would take some responsibility and help make disposing of these items convenient.
Residents who would like information on how to help make
collection of toxic products more convenient, visit http://caproductstewardship.org or http://www.productstewardship.us/.
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Lois Courchaine can be reached at [email protected].
Telecare seeks volunteers
Telecare offers a daily service, year-round, to those who
would like a friendly early
morning call, between 7 and 8,
to see how they are doing.
Rossmoor volunteers staff
the desk in the Computer Room
at Gateway and every morning
one of 10 callers (including a
husband and wife duo) will
call other residents.
Many residents’ families
would feel more comfortable
knowing their family member
was called each day. Let the
Telecare volunteers do that job
on either a short- or long-term
basis.
Call Sally Taylor at 9331319 for information.
CERT
training
emergency, CERT volunteers
fi rst check on their household
and immediate neighbors, and
then report to a pre-designated
staging area to work together.
CERT course topics include
disaster preparedness, fire
safety, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue
operations, cert organization,
disaster psychology and terrorism.
CERT is offered through a
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Democrats will hold annual Labor Day
barbecue Sept. 7 at Sportsmen’s Park
The Democrats of Rossmoor
will hold a Labor Day barbecue on Sunday, Sept. 7, in
Sportmen’s Park at Hillside
Clubhouse. The social hour
will begin at 3 p.m. with wine,
beer and soda being served,
followed by dinner at 4.
Catered by Cafe Mocha, this
year’s menu will include barbecue chicken, pulled pork in
sandwich rolls, green garden
salad with balsamic dressing,
pasta salad, ranch beans, rolls
and chocolate chip cookies.
Jack Convery, winner of the
1973 United Artists Best Banjoist of Northern California
contest, will provide entertainment. A singer and guitarist
as well, Convery has worked
with entertainers such as Bing
Jack Convery
Crosby, Perry Como, Ella Filzgerald, Willie Nelson and The
Temptations.
The cost of the barbecue will
be $18 for members and $20 for
nonmembers. The deadline for
reservations is Sunday, Aug. 31.
Reservation checks, made
payable to Democrats of
Rossmoor, should be mailed to
Carole Douglas, 3081 Golden
Rain Road, or left in the Democrats’ box in the Administration
Office at Gateway. There will
be no refunds after Aug. 31.
With each check or form,
the names of the members and
guests must be provided. Nonresident names are needed for
gate entry.
If residents have any questions or would like to volunteer
much-needed help, they may
call Irene at 932-6475.
Mutual 30 will hold annual meeting
Mutual 30 will hold its
36th annual meeting of the
membership on Wednesday,
Sept. 17, at 9:30 a.m. in the
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Keller submitted her candidate statement and was determined to be eligible to run for
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seated on the board at the annual meeting.
Mutual 30 members are encouraged to attend this annual event to hear reports from
officers and committees, offer their input and comments,
and bring any other business
that should come before the
membership.
No walking
on golf course
on certain
Mondays
The Rossmoor golf
courses will be closed to
walkers on the following
Mondays due to tournaments and holiday. If the
tournament starts at noon,
walkers can still use the
courses until noon. If
the tournament is on the
Dollar Ranch Course (18
holes), walkers can still
use the Creekside Course
(nine holes).
• Aug. 25, Kiwanis Club
tournament, Dollar Ranch
Course, starting at 8 a.m.
and Creekside Course,
starting at 9 a.m.
• Sept. 1, holiday, both
courses open for play all
day
• Oct. 6, Rotary Club
tournament, Dollar Ranch
Course, noon start
• Oct. 20, Dollar Ranch
Course, noon start
• Oct. 27, Dollar Ranch
Course, all day
For information about
the tournament schedule,
call the Pro Shop at 9332607.
ROSSMOOR MEETINGS
Aug. 21:
Aug. 21:
Aug. 22:
Aug. 25:
Aug. 26:
Aug. 28:
Aug. 28:
Second Mutual board ...............................9 a.m.
Peacock Hall, Gateway
Fifth Mutual board..............................2:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
First Mutual board ................................. 10 a.m.
Delta Room, Del Valle
Mutual 68 board .......................................1 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway
GRF Finance Committee ....................1:30 p.m.
Board Room, Gateway.
GRF Board regular ..................................9 a.m.
Peacock Hall, Gateway
Mutual 59 board ..................................1:30 p.m.
Mutual Operations meeting room
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Handyman service program under way
The new “All-Inclusive Handyman Service Program,” approved
by the GRF Board last week, is
officially under way.
Residents have the opportunity
to purchase a yearly contract for
current Mutual Operations staff
to conduct general maintenance/
handyman work for an annual fee.
Residents interested in signing
up should call the Mutual Operations Order Desk at 988-7650.
Selected types of work are
covered under the plan for an annual fee of approximately $175
per manor for co-ops and $225
per manor for condominiums.
The income from this program
will be accounted for separately
from other Mutual Operations
programs and the revenue from
the handyman service will be
used to offset the GRF coupon.
Types of work that will be undertaken by the handyman service include replacing light bulbs,
electrical repairs, clearing drains,
repairing plumbing, fixing appliances and putting doors and windows on track.
The Recreation Department
is planning an Oktoberfestthemed event for residents to
come out and have some fun
with friends and neighbors.
The event will be held Friday,
Sept. 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
in the Fireside Room at Gateway. The program will feature
live music by the Bay Area’s
premier polka band, Big Lou’s
Polka Casserole. More information will be in next week’s
News.
This free event is sponsored
by the Recreation Department
and is open to all residents and
their guests.
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SECURITY REPORTS
F RO M S E C U R I TA S
The following incidents
were reported to Securitas,
Rossmoor’s security service
provider. They appear here as
they were initially reported to
Securitas. After investigation,
details of the case may indicate a lesser or different incident description. If the incident warrants it, the News will
have a follow-up article with
more details.
Thursday, Aug. 7
Regulations: Resident of
Singingwood Court reported
a contractor was using the
Dumpster in the entry.
Theft: Resident of Tice Creek
Entry 2 reported her car was
stolen outside of Rossmoor.
Animal: Resident of Ptarmigan Drive Entry 12 reported
a bobcat sighting.
Friday, Aug. 8
Auto accident: Resident of
Terra Granada Drive Entry 23
reported a non-injury vehicle
accident outside her manor.
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Hazard: Resident of Terra
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the golf course.
Saturday, Aug. 9
Regulations: Resident of
Skycrest Drive Entry 7 reported a window washer was
soliciting door to door.
Sunday, Aug. 10
Contra Costa County Fire
Protection District responded
to a fire in a manor on Tice
Creek Entry A. A pan was removed from the stove.
Regulations: Resident reported material in a Dumpster
that was labeled with an address in Concord.
Regulations: Securitas reported that a truck cleared
by a resident of Canyonwood
Court Entry 6 was loaded with
tree and brush trimmings. The
driver was found at the Mutual Operations Department
Dumpsters unloading trimmings.
Accident: A resident of Terra Granada Entry 12 reported
a vehicle accident in the parking lot.
Monday, Aug. 11
Theft: Resident of Rockledge Lane Entry 6 reported
her storeroom had been broken into.
Theft: A resident of Ptarmigan Drive Entry 3 reported an
envelope with $20 was missing.
Tuesday, Aug. 12
Regulations: GRF staff
reported that a mobile car
painter was painting a car in
the lower RV lot on Rockview
Drive.
Suspicion: Mutual Operations reported an open door
to a vacant manor on Canyonwood Court.
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Fourth Mutual reelects
its officers at annual meeting
The Fourth Walnut Creek Mutual elected its officers at its annual meeting on Aug. 12, and all are returning to the board in their
same positions. The officers are, from left, Vice President Don
Cardinal, Secretary Penny Wade, President Mike Herr, Treasurer
Lee Steindler and Director Hans Koehler.
The barbecue committee members for the Fourth Walnut Creek
Mutual’s annual picnic are, from left, Estelle Steindler, Irene Roth,
Milt Frankel, Jere Wade, Dave Bosesch, Marsha Wehrenberg and
Laura Horowitz.
FWCM financial condition is good
FWCM will plant a hedge
along the line of the fence
when the landscaping rehabilitation in the entry is done.
Regarding residents’ concern about the landscape
contract with Valley Crest
and some missing pages, the
mystery was solved when it
was pointed out that in the
standard contract with Valley Crest, pages 3 through 7
were the company’s standard
specifications for work. In the
contract negotiated by Mutual Operations, these specifications were omitted because
the Mutual had its own set of
specifications that were included instead.
Finances and budget
Treasurer Mel Wall reported that the financial condition
of the Mutual is good with
revenues being about $3,000
greater than expenses at the
halfway point of the budget
year. So far this month, the
Mutual is about $16,000 favorable to the budget for the
month, in spite of the problems
with water expense, painting
costs, and plumbing breakdowns. Water so far this year
is about $25,500 over budget,
although that could improve
with rain in the fall. Overall,
the Mutual’s financial condition is good.
Budget and Finance Committee Chairman John Nutley
said the meeting of the committee found no problems with
the budget or the Mutual’s
financial performance to discuss. The question was raised
wheter or not to install sprinklers in each unit. Cost estimates are hard to get, but the
best estimates available on this
question were that retrofitting
each unit would cost around
$10,000 per manor.
That would mean the cost
would be about $40 per manor
per month for a 10 years. Because of this high cost, such
an action will not be recommended by the committee to
the board.
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for the contents of each manor.
However, the Mutual has no
way of estimating the value of
the contents of each manor, so
no action was recommended.
The committee recommends
that each resident have “loss of
use” insurance.
Turnier said the Occupancy Agreement covering each
resident requires all residents
to have such insurance unless
they can show that they are financially able to “self insure.”
Nutley said he will resign as
chairman and member of the
Budget and Finance Committee after the September board
meeting.
Emergency calls
Director of Mutual Operations (MOD) Paul Donner
explained the procedures followed when Securitas is informed of a problem on weekends and in the evenings. MOD
has contracted with a company
that is available 24 hours a day
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After the monthly board
meeting on Friday, Aug. 22,
that begins at 10 a.m., First
Walnut Creek Mutual residents are invited to the official opening of the Golden
Rain, Entry 6, Barrett View
and Picnic Area. The park is
to respond to emergency calls.
David Gauthier’s company is
also available.
In addition, there is a rotating schedule of building and
landscape managers who are
on call 24 hours a day, rotating with a change of manager
every week.
When the system is working correctly, a resident should
call Securitas in an emergency,
and should call the MOD order desk and leave a message
on the voice mail for situations
that are not an emergency. Securitas has a list of events that
located at the end of the entry
and car pooling is suggested.
Snacks and beverages will
be provided. Wear comfortable shoes because there is
a sloping gravel path to the
picnic and outlook area, and a
hat because there is no shade.
are considered emergencies,
but this has to be evaluated on
a call-by-call basis by Securitas personnel when the call is
received.
Donner said, for example, a
broken sprinkler head would
not be considered an emergency. Even though it sprays water
and is obvious, it will shut off
when the timer goes off, and,
at most will lose less than a
dollar’s worth of water.
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the benefits.
However, if this is not a
broken sprinkler head, but
is an improperly functioning
sprinkler system that does not
shut off, that is a problem that
should be repaired without
waiting until the next day or
the end of the weekend.
In the case of another example, such as a clogged bathroom, if the resident has two
bathrooms, he would probably
be instructed to close the door
and use the other bathroom. For
residents with only one bathroom, a repair person would be
sent to make the repairs.
When an emergency call is
made to Securitas, staff checks
the list it has and contacts the
after-hours supervisor. That
supervisor then learns the nature of the problem and decides who to send, and whether
to send anyone. The supervisor is authorized to then select
a vendor from the list of those
available and ask them to respond. Once the vendor gets
on the job, Securitas should be
able to answer questions relating to the status of the job.
The system has worked well
for over 10 years, but recently
some breakdowns have occurred due to poor communication. Meetings with MOD,
Securitas, and the supervisors
have been scheduled to ensure
that the system again works
properly.
Building maintenance
There was discussion about
the failure of a pressure-regulating valve that caused high
pressure in pipes, resulting in
many problems. Donner said
the problem area had been located and would be repaired
the following week.
Building Maintenance Manager Doug Hughs said that the
failed regulator in question
feeds entries 2, 4, 6, 7, 8 of
Oakmont, which includes 21
buildings, 118 manors as well
as all of the landscaping irrigation water for the area. The
regulator is being built by engineers at Roto-Rooter and
should be in place soon. Water pressure is being tested by
Gauthier Construction at various locations around the Mutual to determine whether water
pressure is normal elsewhere
in the Mutual.
The contractor has completed the carpentry prep work
on 12 of the 16 buildings in the
first phase of carpentry rehab
work for the year. Next is 2001
Golden Rain Road, Entry 12,
and 3401 Golden Rain Road,
Entry 28, which will be started
next week.
Work on the seven of the
19 manors scheduled for new
roofs has not yet been completed, but work will start immediately.
The rough-in work for many
of the residential upgrades in
the G-11 building burned in the
fire has been done. The sheetrock work for these upgrades
should be complete in the next
two weeks.
At the next board meeting,
there will be discussion on the
proposed fire alarm system.
There will be a chart showing
the proposals of the competing
systems and the costs of the
various systems, including the
projected annual costs.
All First Mutual buildings
are currently in compliance
with the codes in existence
when they were built, and
that there is no requirement
to do anything with respect to
alarms. However, if residents
are in favor of installing such a
system, the financial information will be presented at this
meeting.
Landscaping
Donner presented the landscape report in the absence of
Landscape Manager Rich Perona. All turf areas have been fertilized. Mowers are set to cut at
three inches to promote deeper
roots and water conservation.
Irrigation systems are checked
and adjusted monthly and work
order requests for sprinkler
problems are addressed within
24 hours. All controllers are
operated by satellite and are adjusted as necessary.
All shrub and groundcover
beds in the entries were fertilized.
Scheduled work includes pruning
ivy, edging groundcover beds,
pruning nonflowering shrubs
and spot spraying for weeds. All
weeds and volunteer plants in fire
abatements areas were sprayed to
prevent regrowth.
The tree crew is pruning all
of the Chinese Pistache, Chinese Tallow and locust trees.
There is a dead oak tree at 2061
Pine Knoll Drive, Entry 2, on
the back slope that requires
a city permit before removal.
Landscape rehabilitation in
Golden Rain Road, Entry 2 is
under way, moving through entries 3, 4 and 5.
Director Randall Morgan,
chairman of the Landscape
Committee, spent time with
Curtis Kaul, manager for Valley Crest, the contractor First
Mutual uses for landscaping.
Kaul told him that many lawns
were planted with various
kinds of seeds and that when
water is cut back, some parts
of the lawn handle the reduced
water quite well, but some
types of grass do not.
If there is increased water in
the fall, it is expected that the
lawns will recover their color
and look normal. This was the
idea behind the turf renovation
begun a few years ago, which
should eventually result in all
lawns being able to withstand
drought conditions and still
look beautiful.
Morgan spoke about the cost
of cobble rock, which is used
widely throughout the Mutual;
he saw a small section being
prepared that would contain
$400 worth of rock. It is useful, however, and lasts much
longer than bark and helps
keep bark in place.
If residents have requests
for plantings or changes in
landscaping, they should contact the landscape representative in their district, Turnier
said. These reps then confer
with the director from the district and thus can ensure that
changes will be covered by the
budget, and that requests are
fulfilled in a timely manner.
The Mutual also has a system in place such that the board
members review landscape plans
before they are implemented
and the board then approves all
amounts spent on these plans.
Orientation
Wall said 24 people had been
invited to the orientation meeting,
and nine of them showed up All
new residents are invited again if
they missed their first meeting. The
next meeting will be an evening
meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 16.
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Turnier says she will not run again for First Mutual board
Washers
Director Jerry Priebat said
he has had many phone calls
concerning the reduced number
of washers since Webb installed
the new machines. He asked if
there had been any word on
the possibility of Webb adding
washers in laundry rooms that
now had fewer washers.
Turnier said Webb had not
collected the money from all of
the laundry rooms yet, so there
is nothing as of yet on which to
base a decision on the need for
additional washers.
New business
The schedule for the elections
coming up in October has been
prepared and is available from
Dyann Paradise in the Mutual
Board Office at Gateway.
Turnier announced that she
will be leaving the board after having served two terms.
She said her tenure had been
fulfilling and interesting, and
encouraged all residents from
District 3 to consider running.
The only requirement for
potential board candidates is to
complete paperwork and provide a resume for publication in
the News. It is no longer necessary to complete a petition with
the signatures of neighbors.
Residents Forum
In the Residents Forum,
there was discussion of a
building stabilization report
concerning a building that had
sustained damage because of
earth movement. A copy of this
report will be available to interested residents, who should
contact Paradise.
Barbara Derber and Carol
Fire alarm systems will be
discussed at FWCM meeting
First Walnut Creek Mutual will hold an open discussion at
the next Mutual board meeting, Friday, Aug. 22, at 10 a.m. in
the Delta Room at Del Valle Clubhouse. The discussion will
be on the placing of fire alarms in the Mutual’s buildings.
Information will be handed out about various systems and
the projected cost.
Residents are reminded that all the Mutual’s buildings were
built to the existing codes at the time they were built and that
there is no requirement for any changes to be made, or any fire
alarm systems added. It is the desire of the board of directors
to find out what residents are interested in having and how
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Mary England raised questions concerning the role of
First Mutual in the GRF Long
Range Planning Committee and
in the GRF Alternative Energy
Committee. She also suggested
that there should be a requirement that every board member
and committee member in First
Mutual have e-mail.
Turnier said that First Mutual has good access to the GRF
through the Mutual Presidents
Forum. She also said that any
resident could apply to join the
Alternative Energy Committee.
She added that the board does
not have the authority to require
that anyone have access to email. Communication is always
possible through the Board Office and the telephone.
The next meeting will be Friday, Aug. 22, at 10 a.m. in the
Delta Room at Del Valle Clubhouse.
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GOLF COURSE IS THE
JEWEL IN THE CROWN
As Larry Ringen recently stated in his article
in the Rossmoor News, our golf course is probably
our greatest asset and could not be replicated today
at current land costs. It has the potential to bring
in added revenue for the community as well as increasing the value of our homes.
However, that aspect cannot be realized with
the current accompanying facilities. The job pro
Mark Heptig and his staff do is amazing considering what they have to work with. A tiny Pro Shop,
aged restrooms, no locker room facilities and a lack
of updated restaurant facilities is not conducive to
bringing in outside tournaments and revenue. It also
turns off prospective homeowners who are looking
for a complete community.
To those of you who are against the complete
Creekside project, please go down and really take
a look at what we have representing Rossmoor. I
think you will be appalled. I don’t use the pools or
play tennis, and I lived here eight years before I set
foot on the golf course. But I have applauded the
improvement in the facilities that have taken place
as necessary and beneficial to the community to
keep it appealing to future residents.
Susan Williamson
Running Springs Road
CHARGE FOR GOLF BY AGE
I noticed on a recent posting on the Pro Shop
bulletin board that an increase in dues is being considered for 2009.
Golf is relatively cheap in Rossmoor, compared
to a country club. However, many Rossmoor golfers
are on a fixed income and excessive increases in
dues and coupons (GRF benefits from both) may
be non-productive, as they will be forced to give up
golf or play outside on public courses.
A suggestion would be to scale or tier golf dues
on an age/amount of play basis. I used to play four
or five times a week regularly, but now due to age,
I only play three rounds a week. Dues could be
scaled according to age brackets: age 55 to 75, 76
to 85, 86 and older. Those who are younger and
playing the most would pay the most. When paying
dues or fees, golfers (he/she) could identify their
age bracket by producing their driver’s license.
I am in my 24th year of golfing in Rossmoor and
have seen many ups and downs in the condition of
the Dollar and Creekside courses. They have never
been more beautiful. I hope to play for many more
years. I am concerned that soon it may become too
expensive to play golf in Rossmoor (especially for
seniors over 85).
Perhaps the GRF Board could advertise and
develop a public relations program to encourage
more outside play, thereby lowering annual dues to
Rossmoor golfers.
Don Donaldson
Saklan Indian Drive
CLOSE TICE CREEK TO
NONRESIDENTS
Here is a solution to Rossmoor road speed and
noise problems. To cut down both speeding and
noise nuisance, like what’s happening on Tice
Creek Drive, the solution is to make such streets
only available to local traffic. Using three large cement road blocks, Rossmoor could keep nonneighborhood residents from using streets such as Tice
Creek and keep them from being used as through
streets for speeding. The average speed right now is
about 40 miles per hour!
For example, three large cement road blocks
placed after Fairlawn or before Dollar on Tice
Creek Drive – this is coming to them from the
Golden Rain Road direction – could close this portion of street to nonlocal residents and reroute them
to Rossmoor Parkway. The Rossmoor Parkway traffic will become slower because of a slight increase
in traffic volume. This will still keep its noise-proof
quality through the golf course on one side, and
higher elevation and embankment on the other.
Residents who like this suggestion should clip this
letter, endorse it and send it to the Rossmoor CEO
with comments.
Cyrus Pakzad
Ptarmigan Drive
TICE VALLEY BOULEVARD
NEEDS A DERBY
We certainly have more than enough entrants for
the Rossmoor Grand Prix. What a splendid idea!
Claudia Tierney (Residents Forum Aug. 6) forgot one possibility though, or maybe not. Since the
site isn’t actually on Rossmoor property, it may not
qualify. Held outside of Rite Aid, this two part event
would attract a lot of participants. Let’s call it: “The
Tice Valley Boulevard Yield Sign Derby.”
First, a winner will be selected from those who
sail through the yield sign, without pausing, and
come closest to clipping a car that has the right of
way. Extra points will be awarded for those who
are sublimely unaware they even cut someone off.
Second, a prize will be given for the person who is
best at playing “chicken” with the right-of-way car
and can speed up to avoid having to yield.
Janet McAnnally
Terra California Drive
ROSSMOOR STREETS AREN’T
AS BAD AS PORTRAYED
I wonder how many of the Chicken Littles who,
in these pages, periodically point out the slaughter taking place on our streets have ever thought
of finding out what’s actually going on with regard to speeding and running stop signs. The facts
shouldn’t be hard to discover, either by the letter
writers or the reporters who cover these stories. Just
ask the Walnut Creek police. They keep track.
But somehow I suspect that matters aren’t quite
as portrayed; nor is the accident rate on our streets
very high. As for the worry about it, that is apparently humongous.
The Rossmoor News again decided (Aug. 13,
page 1) to humor a resident raising a nonexistent
problem. August is a dull month for news and words
must be generated to fill the pages. But any reporter
with the least bit of training would, after satisfying
the fulminations of an alarmist resident, discover
and append some actual statistics.
In nine years, I remember only two car accidents
here. A careless driver drove her car into the creek.
But she did not run a stop sign before doing it. There
was one collision at an intersection that upended a
car. True, but the driver walked away.
Would someone please show me how adding
more stop signs would make our streets safer? I
would really like to know. In one town in England,
they recently removed all the stop signs and speed
limits. Drivers started paying attention to actual
traffic instead of staring at road signs and speedometers. Result: a decline in the accident rate.
The sky isn’t falling, people. It’s time for some of
us to go to our medicine cabinets and grab a tranquilizer.
Robert Feldman
Canyonwood Court
THAT GRF MEMBERSHIP
FEE AGAIN
At its August meeting, the GRF Board will take
up a proposed change in Policy 102.1.4, Membership Transfer Fee. The purpose of the change appears to be, once again, to allow a person to engage
in multiple manor transfers without paying a transfer fee. This is an issue of interest to the real estate
industry.
According to our governing documents, the GRF
membership belongs to the owner of the manor, and
may be sold by the owner to a buyer at a price set
by the owner. How can GRF also charge another fee
for the same membership?
Furthermore, GRF called the transfer fee a “community facilities resale fund fee” when GRF went
to court to prove the fee is not in violation of law
(by reason of GRF not being a homeowners’ association). On June 7, 1995, the court granted GRF’s
petition, calling the fee “community facilities resale fund fee.” So “Community Facilities Resale
Fund Fee” should be used instead of “membership
transfer fee,” in keeping with the court order and to
avoid further confusion about membership rights.
It makes sense for GRF, as a community service
organization, to be collecting a community facilities fee.
Also, GRF may need to take into account a later court decision that is somewhat contrary to the
court’s previous findings. In an order dated Sept.
18, 1998, the court stated that GRF is a master homeowners’ association.
Robert Carter
Avenida Sevilla
BENEFITS
TAKEN AWAY
Why does the Del Valle pool need to have the
aerobics class on Sunday? Aren’t the weekdays long
enough to have classes?
We left the Dollar pool on Sunday because the
kids are scheduled until 2 p.m. With the cannon
balls and other rowdy activities, it is too dangerous
for old folks such as us. Now Del Valle pool has
aerobic classes on Sunday at 1 p.m. Now not only
do the kids get the prime time of the day, but the
Sunday’s prime time is gone also.
Why are the lifeguards no longer allowed to turn
on the bubbles in the spa? A resident getting out of
the spa in a wet condition could possibly get electrocuted when turning on the Jacuzzi. We have been
paying our monthly coupon faithfully for almost 16
years but our benefits are being taken away little by
little.
We were ill all winter with flu, colds, etc. because of the cold water temperatures at both Dollar
and Del Valle pools. What is Rossmoor going to
take away from us next?
Merle and Charlene Wilcox
Ptarmigan Drive
LOCAL SWIMMERS COULD
HAVE DONE THE JOB
Whose brilliant idea was it to hire a pool consultant from the East Coast for $7,000? At the moment we are being represented at the Olympics by
an abundance of swimmers from the Bay Area.
Right at our back door, we have 15 from Berkeley
and Stanford, coached by world-renowned trainers.
Why weren’t any of them given that opportunity?
Pearl Miller
Cactus Court
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TALK OF ROSSMOOR
A big family reunion
T
he Ambrose family
held two whopping big
Italian parties recently
in the Fireside Room on a
Saturday night and the next
day in the Vista Room. The
celebration was a family reunion, with 83 family members in attendance, including
Rossmoor residents Lydia
Knapp and Mike Ambrose.
Family history is important to this Italian family.
The family patriarch, Cosimo
Ambrosecchia, was born in a
cave in an area of Matera, Italy, called the Sassi. He married Brunetta Marinaro and
the two came to America in
1911. From Ellis Island, NY,
they ended up in Canada, but
eventually settled in a large
five-bedroom, three-story
house in Berkeley where
Mike was born. The couple
had 11 children who produced 20 grandchildren and
30 great grandchildren.
Out of the 11 Ambrosecchia children, six survive.
The remaining children and
their children attend the reunion every year and talk
about their memories of life
growing up in a large Ital-
ian family. Mike says they
still all talk to each other and
have a good time.
An interesting side note is
that the family home on Russell Street in Berkeley is now a
Thai Buddhist temple.
Grandson becomes
Eagle Scout
Justin D. Meier, 17, the son
This is a photo of the Ambrosecchia family with all 11 children that was printed on a placemat for
the family reunion in Rossmoor recently.
Justin Meier shows the emergency preparedness kit he assembled for the Reutlinger
Community Jewish Living.
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HANDYMAN SERVICES INCOME
SHOULD GO TO MUTUALS
The proposed handyman services by Mutual Operations (MOD) offers a benefit to the residents.
Any financial gain from the services should accrue
to the residents through the Mutuals. It cannot go to
the Golden Rain Foundation. The GRF’s responsibility is to the trust properties. Mutual Operations
Division was formed by GRF to offer management
services to the Mutuals in response to the court decision. It is to operate on a nonprofit basis.
Since MOD will be using MOD personnel to
perform handyman services for individual residents
and charging them for that service, then the money
received should go to the Mutuals and its residents.
MOD could distribute such funds in the form of
certain financial benefits. This could amount to as
much as half percent of any increase.
The 1990 court decision of Judge Sabraw specified that the Golden Rain Foundation account be
separated from the management accounts. It was the
opinion of First Walnut Creek Mutual that this meant
separate bank accounts. GRF felt that separate accounting procedures for one bank account was sufficient. It is my opinion and probably so in any appeal
courts that separate bank accounts are necessary.
NEW RESIDENTS
HARI AJMANI moved to Pine Knoll Drive in
August. He was born in India and lived in Alamo,
Calif., and Maui. He attended the University of Hawaii in Honolulu. He worked for Ajmani and Pamidi,
Inc. He enjoys bridge, tennis, golf, and community
participation.
BARBARA BECKER moved to Terra Granada
Drive in July. She was born in Concord, Calif., and
lived in San Francisco and Chicago. She attended
Oberlin College and Roosevelt University. She is
self-employed as a composer. Her hobby is being a
musician. She belongs to Music Teacher’s Associa-
of Carl and Barbara Meier
of Alamo and grandson of
Rossmoor resident Anne Jackson, achieved the prestigious
rank of Eagle Scout on June 19.
He is a member of Troop 236
of Danville and is entering his
senior year at Berean Christian
High School in Walnut Creek.
Justin’s Eagle Scout project
spanned over two years and involved preparing 200 emergen-
cy/earthquake preparedness
kits for the residents and staff
at the Reutlinger Community
for Jewish Living in Danville.
His project was complicated
and was a significant undertaking that involved countless
hours. He enlisted the help and
support of local businesses,
residents, churches, friends
and schools.
About 20 scouts from Troop
In the current uncertainty regarding GRF as a community service organization, it would benefit from
having a true separation of its management services,
MOD. This is doubly true if MOD adds handyman
services to its duties to the Mutuals.
John Nutley
Golden Rain Road
236 helped Justin to assemble
all of the kits on one Saturday,
and then another 15 to 20 scouts
helped to deliver and demonstrate the kits to the residents
and staff at the home this past
Memorial Day. The day ended
with an ice cream social with all
of the scouts making ice cream
sundaes and root beer floats for
all of the residents that attended
the demonstration.
Join the complaintfree movement
Editor note: The News has two columns with a Republican slant, “Another Point of View” and “Republican Perspective.” Unfortunately, the writers of
those columns have not been able to submit columns
at this time.
The Office of Counseling Services is bringing the
complaint-free movement to Rossmoor.
The movement started when a pastor in Missouri,
Will Bowen, challenged his parishioners to give up
griping for three weeks and ignited a worldwide movement. Bowen gave his parishioners purple bracelets
with instructions to switch the bracelet to the opposite
wrist each time they complained. The goal was to go
for 21 days without complaining.
When the Kansas City Star published an article
about the effort toward eliminating griping, requests
for the bracelets began pouring in from around the
world. As a result, a nonprofit, nonreligious entity,
A Complaint-Free World, Inc., was created. The Web
site is AComplaintFreeWorld.org. Over five million
bracelets have been shipped to 80 countries.
The idea behind the movement is not to dismiss
legitimate concerns, but rather to focus energy on
changing the things that can be changed and accepting those things that cannot.
Counseling Services has a supply of purple bracelets in its office at Gateway Clubhouse with instructions and a test that can be taken to measure happiness. Counseling Services would appreciate a $1 donation to cover the cost of the bracelets.
For information, call Counseling Services Coordinator Priscilla Tudor at 988-7751.
tion of California, CAPMPT (a professional organization) and Percussive Arts Society.
GISELA MARTIN moved to Terra Granada in
July. She was born in Berlin, Germany. She enjoys
golf and bridge.
WESTLEY G. OWENS moved to Ptarmigan
Drive in July. He was born in Pinole, Calif.
KAROLYN AND DAVID SOLOMON moved to
Tice Creek Drive in August. Karolyn Betty Soloman
was born in Baltimore, Md. She attended the University of Maryland and Goucher College for graduate
school. She enjoys bridge (Life Master), novels and
shows. She belongs to the American Contract Bridge
League.
David Milton Soloman, M.D., was born in Balti-
more, Md. He attended the University of Maryland.
He was self-employed and also worked for Spring
Grove Hospital Center of Maryland. He enjoys
sports, poker, politics, opera, reading novels, and
health and wellness. He belongs to the American
College of Obstetricians/Gynecologists and the
American Medical Association.
BONNIE UPP moved to Fairlawn Court in July.
She was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and lived in Rancho Palos Verdes and Redondo Beach, Calif. She
attended the University of Michigan and the University of the State of New York. She was a teacher
at the Rolling Hills Country Day School. She enjoys
reading, travel, golf and swimming. She belongs to
the Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority.
MUDSLINGING AND
MUCKRAKING
Eric Anschutz’s column, “Just Thinking,” in the
Aug. 13 issue of the Rossmoor News proved unquestionably one outstanding point. Rather than over exerting himself in an attempt to produce something
constructive about his own liberal choice for the
presidency, he chose to resort to the exact thing he so
vehemently criticized John McCain for: mudslinging
and muckraking.
I gather in this columnist’s eyes it’s not acceptable
for Republicans to express their opinions of the opposition, but Democrats are free to say what they please,
whether or not it holds any truth.
Craig and Dorothy Miller
Skycrest Drive
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A RTS & LEISURE
Tribute to Paul Robeson to
be presented in September
Lawrence Beamen will perform his tribute show “The Legacy
and Songs of Paul Robeson” in the Sierra Room at Del Valle on
Friday, Sept. 5, at 7 p.m.
Robeson was the epitome of the 20th-century Renaissance
man. He was an exceptional athlete, actor, singer, cultural scholar, author, and political activist. His talents made him a revered
man of his time, yet his radical political beliefs all but erased him
from popular history.
Today, more than 100 years after his birth, Robeson is just
beginning to receive the credit he is due.
Beamen, native to the Deep South, was born in Mississippi.
His humble upbringing would be considered without significant fanfare except for his passion for music, which grabbed him
at age 6. He came to California with his family when he was
12 and began singing in church. His gospel music background
was strengthened with classical training and his repertoire grew
through discipline and commitment.
His recent work as a recording artist, songwriter, producer and
actor cuts to the chase of intimate relationships and love. Whether it is an old Negro spiritual, a rendition of Robeson, Christian
contemporary or an adult contemporary love ballad, Beamen
creates an authentic style that is uniquely his own.
His sound offers a kaleidoscope of the great voices who have
Lua Hadar and her trio sing
at Sunday’s Concert in the Park
Lua Hadar and her trio will
perform on Sunday, Aug. 24,
at 4 p.m. at the Rotary Stage
at the Dollar picnic grounds.
She moves from stage to
cabaret to jazz club with effervescent ease, switching
vocal genres or languages
just as easily. A native New
Yorker from a musical family, Hadar has performed as
an actor and singer all her
life.
After graduating summa
cum laude with a bachelor’s
degree in theater performance, Hadar attended the
celebrated Neighborhood
Playhouse School of the Theatre and the Dalcroze School
of Music, in Manhattan. She
did the rounds as a New York
actress while she waited
tables at the renowned Storyville Jazz Club, where she
heard all the jazz greats of
the time.
As a young actress, she appeared off-Broadway and was
selected to audition both for
film director Milos Forman
and for Metropolitan Opera
coach, Joan Dornemann. Her
love for languages then led to
a five-year residency in Italy,
with a Verona-based Italian theater company, where
she played hundreds of performances on tour in Spain,
Switzerland and all over Italy.
She performed a one-woman
Italian version of the American musical “Peter Pan.”
The Kitchenettes trio, cofounded in San Francisco by
Hadar in 2001, was a huge
hit. She formed her own
company, New Performance
Group, producing original
material and cabaret music
performances, delivering instruction in the performing
arts, and continuing to create
with her Italian colleagues.
Lua Hadar
She recorded three CDs, most
recently her solo CD, “It’s
About Time” in 2005. A new
CD project is in the works for
release in 2008.
In addition to producing
event series and master classes, Hadar created, produced
and performed three solo
cabaret shows, garnering the
critics’ praise in venues such
as the Empire Plush Room,
Jazz at Pearls and Hollywood’s the Gardenia Supper
Club.
She often appears in musical theater in the San Francisco Bay Area, with companies such as 42nd Street
Moon, the Exit Theater and
Theatreworks, working with
directors and composers such
as Paul Gordon, Robert Kelley, Robert Weinapple and
Don Seaver, as well as her
music director, Jason Martineau. She was featured in the
2006 debut showcase of the
new chamber musical, “Viva
Concha,” by Candace Forest.
This free concert is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all
residents and their guests.
The performers in “From Laughter to Tears and Back Again” are, from left, Sheila Morrison,
Jean Wilcox and Sonja Christopher.
Sonja Christopher reprises ‘Ladies Quintet’ role
Rossmoor resident Sonja
Christopher recently returned
from Chicago where she was
featured, with four other local actresses, in “The Ladies
Quintet,” a play that had been
previously produced locally
and in Los Angeles.
When local playwright
Kathy McCarty asked Christopher to join the cast for the
Chicago production of “Ladies Quintet” and rewrote
the 25-minute monologue to
utilize her musical talents,
Christopher couldn’t resist.
Her character is cleaning out
the attic of her recently deceased older sister, and the
poignant and humorous walk
down memory lane turns up
some startling secrets.
This September, the Mt.
Diablo Unitarian-Universalist Church will present “From
Laughter to Tears, and Back
Again” featuring Christopher
and two other area actresses,
Jean Wilcox and Sheila Morrison, who will also reprise
scenes from their award-winning performances in “Shirley
Valentine” “Ladies Quintet”
and a famous “I Love Lucy”
episode.
Though Christopher may
be more widely known as “the
first person ever voted off
‘Survivor,’” area theater-goers
will remember her as a versatile award-winning actress in
community theater for more
than four decades. She has appeared in many productions
ranging from Shakespeare to
Sondheim.
However, after “Survivor”
in 2000, she had to retire from
stage work as she became
widely sought after for media
interviews, fund-raising appearances, and as a speaker
lending her voice to the battle
against breast cancer of which
she is also a survivor.
There will be two performances of “From Laughter
to Tears, and Back Again”
on Saturday, Sept. 13, at the
church. There will be a matinee at 2 p.m., and an evening
performance at 8.
Admission is $20 for adults
or $15 for seniors 65-plus,
which includes a reception
with wine and refreshments
afterwards. Call 932-3135 for
reservations or e-mail [email protected].
Tickets will also be available
at the door.
The Mt. Diablo UnitarianUniversalist Church is located
off Walker Avenue in Walnut
Creek, at 55 Eckley Lane.
Bobbie Quinn and her trio perform for Fun Day
Vocalist Bobbie Quinn and
an all-star trio featuring Gary
Neuman, Marlon Green and
John Stafford will perform at
Fun Day in the Sierra Room
at Del Valle on Thursday,
Aug. 21, at noon.
Quinn is a vocalist and
lyricist who has been singing
since early childhood. Her
professional performances
run the gamut from country
clubs to retirement communities.
One of her greatest joys is
performing on a regular basis with piano accompanist
Gary Neuman. Their variety
of songs from Tin Pan Alley to more recent times include, “St. Louis Blues,” “I
Got Rhythm,” “Our Love Is
Here to Stay,” “God Bless
the Child,” “You’ve Got a
Friend,” and countless others.
She has performed as a
guest vocalist in San Francisco at the Olympic Club
and The Quiet Storm in San
Francisco. Her East Bay performances over the past many
years have been at such ven-
Bobbie Quinn and Gary Neuman
ues as Boundary Oaks Country Club, the Waterford, Sequoia Country Club, Moraga
Royale, Diablo Lodge, Kensington Place, and a previous Fun Day appearance at
Rossmoor.
Neuman brings his own
style of keyboard excellence
to any event. His repertoire
covers a wide variety of
genres. He’s been a regular
at Clancy’s in Jack London
Square, Overland House, The
Fat Lady, Marin Joe’s, Lefty
O’Doul’s on Union Square,
San Franciscan Restaurant in
Walnut Creek.
Drummer Marlon Green
is a longtime Rossmoor favorite. John Stafford is an
accomplished saxophone,
clarinet and flute player. He
played for over 30 years at
the St. Francis Hotel in San
Francisco.
Café Mocha will offer a
wide variety of food items
for sale prior to the show,
such as hot dogs, sandwiches, salads, doughnuts, cookies and more. Stay after the
show and play bingo for the
benefit of Friends of Meals
on Wheels from 1 to 2:30
p.m. There is a small fee to
play bingo.
Fun Day is a free program
sponsored by the Recreation
Department and is open to all
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Fourth Sunday Dance is this weekend
All residents are invited to
attend the next Fourth Sunday
Dance on Aug. 24 from 7 to
9:30 p.m. at Del Valle Clubhouse.
Guests will be greeted by the
club’s welcoming hosts and will
enjoy the dance rhythms by the
mistress of ceremonies and disc
jockey, Gere Foley. Her music
covers a variety of all the Latin
favorites as well as the waltz,
fox trot, East Coast and West
Coast swing, cha cha, tango and
samba.
For each dance, President
Diane Goldsmith has selected
gentlemen hosts, just as the major steamship lines do. Their
role as host is to dance and be
sociable with the single women.
This format has been successful
in the interest of good camaraderie and breaking the ice.
Shy men who don’t think
they dance well enough should
call Goldsmith at 944-5070 for
encouragement.
There will be dance mixers,
some of which will be women’s
choice. Single men and women
are urged to attend this cruise
on dry land.
The club’s hospitality extends to the provision of soft
drinks, door prizes and setups
for the guests’ drinks. The cost
is $3 per person.
The aim of the club is to
provide the sounds of the Big
Bands, a great dance floor and
the ambience of an upscale cabaret or an ocean liner. Single
men especially are urged to attend. Newcomers to Rossmoor
are in for a warm welcome and
the opportunity to meet new
people.
‘Here Comes Autumn’ is Penguin
Dinner Dancers’ theme for September
“Here Comes Autumn” is
the theme for the next Penguin Dinner Dance to be
held Saturday, Sept. 13, at 6
p.m. in the Fireside Room at
Gateway complex.
A full open bar will be
available with time to talk
with friends and make new
ones. Appetizers of stuffed
mushrooms; bruschetta with
fresh tomatoes, garlic and
basil; and assorted quiche
will also be served.
Simple Elegance Catering will serve the meal at
7, including Caesar salad with grated Parmesan
cheese and garlic toasted
croutons; assorted rolls;
and an entrée of a choice
of roast prime rib of beef
au jus with horseradish
sauce, fresh-grilled salmon
with tangy mango salsa, or
spinach and ricotta canneloni. Each entree will
include scalloped potatoes,
fresh grilled assortment of
Renee and Ron Grossman at a
recent Penguin dance
squashes, red peppers, red
onion and Portobello mushrooms. Dessert will be carrot cake along with hot coffee or tea.
Music for dancing will
be provided by the Richard
Herman Band. This wellknown Bay Area band plays
a variety of dance music
from fox-trot and swing, to
waltz and Latin.
The cost is $30 for each
member and $35 for each
guest. Make checks out to
Penguin Dance Club and
send them to Sally Kennedy,
1114 Skycrest Drive No. 3,
no later than Tuesday, Sept.
9. Indicate entree choice on
the check.
For information, call Kennedy at 934-7720. Men are
encouraged to wear tuxedos;
however a dark suit and tie
is acceptable. Women wear
dressy attire.
New members a re welcome a nd wil l have t hei r
dues prorated for t he remainder of the club’s fiscal year. Call Julie or Len
Desma n, 934 -5614, for
membership information.
Lawrence Beamen will perform a tribute to Paul Robeson at Del
Valle in September.
Lawrence Beamen presents
Paul Robeson tribute Sept. 5
influenced his musical career such as Barry White, Bill Withers
and Luther Vandross. His charismatic style, talent and good humor endear him to his fans, as does his humility and kindness.
Beamen’s first CD sold over 52,000 copies, with no formal distribution. A dynamic entrepreneur and savvy businessmen with a
motivated staff, he has most recently formed his own independent
recording label L-Recordz Inc., located in Walnut Creek. It is his
dream to create a venue and an opportunity for artists to fulfill
their dreams.
Tickets for this event are $10 and may be purchased in advance
at the Excursion Desk in the Recreation Department at Gateway
or at the door. The ticket price includes juice and light snacks.
This event is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is
open to all residents and their guests.
RITS
The Rossmoor Information Telephone Service (RITS) line,
offered by Channel 28 on a daily basis, 24 hours a day, offers
info on upcoming Recreation Department events; GRF Board
meetins and other activities; emergencies or changes in programs; as well as what's on Channel 28. The service is updated
twice a week. Call the RITS line at 988-7878.
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MOVIES MOVIES MOVIES MOVIES MOVIES MOVIES MOVIES
Film Club to view German
drama ‘The Lives of Others’
By Stanley Vernon
Club president
The Rossmoor Film Club will
view the gripping 2006 German
drama, “The Lives of Others,”
on Wednesday, Sept. 3, at 3 p.m.
in Peacock Hall. The movie is
two hours and 17 minutes in
length, and is R-rated, for sexuality/nudity.
“The Lives of Others” won
the 2007 Academy Award for
best foreign film. On the eve
of the collapse of Communist
East Germany, director Florian
Henckel von Donnersmarck creates a stinging, powerful drama
that presents the idea that one
must live for the sake of others
as a moral code.
The film depicts East Berlin
in the year 1984, when the Berlin wall separating East from
West is still standing. Everyone
behind it is enslaved. The film is
an inside look at how a surveillance society, set up to discover
and prey upon human weakness,
has the ability to make everyone
a potential suspect and destroy
everything it touches.
Stasi Captain Gerd Wiesler
is a soulless servant of the state,
shown both interrogating an overmatched prisoner and passing on
his manipulative techniques to
the next generation of secret police. He maintains an unswerving
true believer’s faith in the system
he has sworn to defend against
“enemies of socialism,” no matter where he finds them.
Wiesler’s former classmate,
Lt. Col. Anton Grubitz, has the
opposite temperament. Very
much a playboy and political
animal, he earns a senior position as head of the Culture Department. Grubitz takes Wiesler
along with him for a night at the
theater, where they meet a powerful minister, Bruno Hampf.
This is not an ordinary night,
it is the premiere of a new play
by Georg Dreyman, one of the
country’s top playwrights, a play
starring Anton’s beautiful mistress and the queen of the East
German stage, played by “Mostly Martha’s” Martina Gedeck.
It should be a night of triumph,
but the minister is not happy. He
tells Anton there might be reason to suspect the playwright’s
loyalty to the regime.
Wiesler, who wouldn’t hesitate to spy on his own mother, is
commissioned to wiretap Anton
and his colleagues. As the intricate plot of “The Lives of Others”
unfolds, the acting takes hold in
the most vivid way. The line between survival and self-destruction becomes hard to see, and the
story’s protagonists play increasingly dangerous double and triple
games with each other.
Gradually, the movie’s interlinked character studies reveal
a dizzying, high-tension society,
rife with jealousy, idealism and
betrayal, all intensified by the
fatal corruption of the system.
At the conclusion of the film,
there will be a short discussion.
Members of the group are encouraged to voice their opinions,
and to critique the production.
Membership in the Rossmoor
Film Club is $1 per showing.
After meeting expenses, all
proceeds go toward purchasing
films for the Rossmoor Library.
Comedy ‘Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day’
will show Thursday, Friday in Peacock Hall
The 2008 comedy, “Miss
Pettigrew Lives for a Day,”
will be shown in Peacock
Hall at Gateway on Thursday,
Aug. 21, at 1, 4 and 7 p.m.
and again on Friday, Aug. 22,
at 1, 4 and 7. The showings at
1 will feature language captions.
After losing yet another
nanny position because of her
gruff demeanor, Guinevere
Pettigrew (Frances McDormand) mistakenly lands an
assignment as the assistant
of an American starlet (Amy
Adams) and finds herself
swept up in a dizzying world
of glamour and high society.
Based on the novel by Win-
ifred Watson, this charming 1940s-era story co-stars
Shirley Henderson and Mark
Strong.
This film is 92 minutes long
and is rated PG-13. This free
program is sponsored by the
Recreation Department and is
open to all residents and their
guests.
Classic 1957 drama is Saturday Movie
Hemingway’s ‘The Sun Also Rises’ made into film
The 1957 drama, “The Sun
Also Rises,” will be shown in
Peacock Hall at Gateway on
Saturday, Aug. 23, at 1, 4 and
7 p.m. The showing at 1 will
feature language captions.
“The Sun Also Rises”
was 20th Century Fox’s
big-budget prestige film
for 1957, based on Ernest
Hemingway’s first novel, shot
on location in Paris and Mexico
(substituting for Spain), and
starring the studio’s long-reigning superstar, Tyrone Power,
surrounded by legendary actors
Ava Gardner, Errol Flynn, Mel
Ferrer and Eddie Albert.
This film is 130 minutes
long and is not rated. This free
guests.
Neil Simon’s comedy ‘Murder by Death,’
with long list of stars, shows on Sunday
The 1976 comedy “Murder
by Death” will be shown for
Sunday Funnies in Peacock
Hall at Gateway on Aug. 24, at
4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4
will feature language captions.
Millionaire Lionel Twain
(Truman Capote) invites the five
most brilliant private eyes to a
dinner that turns into a murder
investigation with a million-dollar prize going to the one who
solves the case. The all-star cast
(working with an Oscar-nominated script by Neil Simon) includes Peter Falk, James Coco,
Elsa Lanchester, David Niven,
Peter Sellers, Maggie Smith
and Eileen Brennan, all playing
characters based on famous literary detectives.
long and is rated PG. This free
guests.
‘Caramel’ is Art House Movie Wednesday
Lebanese comedy shown in Peacock Hall
Next week’s Art House
Movie feature will be the 2007
Lebanese comedy “Caramel,”
shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at
1, 4 and 7 p.m. All showings
will feature language captions
as the language spoken in this
film is Lebanese.
A Lebanese beauty salon is
the setting for this romantic
comedy about five women and
the various troubles they face.
Director Nadine Labaki leads
the cast as shop owner Layale,
who’s heartbroken from a
foundering affair. Meanwhile,
her employees Nisrine and
Rima are coming to grips with
issues in their own lives, as are
an actress-client facing old age
and the seamstress next door
whose yearning for love is impeded by her loyalty to family.
long and is rated PG. This free
guests.
Grandparents for Peace and Justice to
present animated black and white film
‘Persepolis’ shows Tuesday in Peacock Hall
With the attention being
addressed by the media to the
concerns about Iran and nuclear arms and the recent showing of the film about Omar Kyham, Grandparents for Peace
and Justice announces a special showing of the AcademyAward-nominated film “Persepolis.” The film will be shown
at Peacock Hall on Tuesday,
Aug. 26, at 4 and 7 p.m.
“Persepolis” is the 2007
black and white animated film
based on Marjane Satrapi’s
autobiographical novel of the
same name. The story follows
a young girl as she comes of
age against the backdrop of the
1979 Iranian revolution, which
goes horribly wrong with Islamic fundamentalists taking
power and creating a theocratic tyranny.
The story ends with Marjane as a 21-year-old expatriate
in France. The title of the film
is derived from the historic city
of the same name. Even though
the film is animated, it is not
in the Disney mode, but is in
the style of the original graphic
novel. “Present day” scenes are
in color, while sections of the
historic narrative resemble a
shadow theater show.
The film appeared on many
critics’ top-10 lists of the best
films of 2007 and also received
positive reviews and awards in
Europe, Brazil and Canada.
Everyone is invited to attend
the screenings. A donation of
$1 to defray the cost of the film
will be appreciated.
For information regarding
the film, contact Nancy Landfield at 933-0582.
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Gold Coast Jazz Band to
play at Wednesday’s dance
hosted by Dixieland Jazz Club
Polish Cultural Club film is on 1944 uprising Event
The Dixieland Jazz Club of Rossmoor hosts a return engageThe Polish Cultural Club of
Rossmoor will show a “CNN
Presents” documentary of the
1944 Warsaw Uprising on
Monday, Aug. 25, at 4 p.m. in
Peacock Hall at Gateway. The
film is an hour long and is in
English. Everybody is welcome.
This documentary depicts
the heroic but ultimately
unsuccessful efforts of Poland’s underground Home
A r my to liberate Wa rsaw
from five yea rs of Ger man
occupation. The upr ising
lasted 63 days.
German forces suffered
20,000 deaths during the uprising. The Polish Home Army
suffered over 15,000 deaths.
But the Polish civilians suffered most: 200,000 deaths.
Behind-the-scenes and frontline battle photography make
this a compelling film.
For information, call Evert
Makinen, vice president of
the Polish Cultural Club,
954-7000.
Korean Club presents the film ‘Chunhyang’
“Chunhyang,” a Korean
movie, will be shown by the
Korean-American Club Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 3 p.m. in
Peacock Hall at Gateway.
Printouts of critics’ comments on this film will be
located in Peacock Hall. The
film received a nomination
at the Cannes Film Festival.
This 2000 film centers
around Mongryong (Seungwoo Cho), the privileged
son of a governor who falls
for Chunhyang (Hyo-jeong
Lee), the beautiful daughter
of a former courtesan. The
couple marries in secret, but
when Mongryong is ordered
to complete his education,
a new governor (Jung-hun
Lee) desires his wife. If she
chooses to reject him and
stay true to her husband,
lifelong imprisonment – or
death – awaits her.
A critic wrote, “This is a
wonderful movie, a classic
folk story supported by brilliant singing. The fairy-tale
acting fits the bright/mellow
lighting perfectly as it moves
back and forth between
dream (the story) and reality
(the singer). This may not be
the ‘Citizen of Kane’ of Korean film, but it’s delightful,
and wonderful introduction
to Pansori, the vocal style it
documents.”
For information about the
film, e-mail Korean-American Club President Sam
Choo,
sjoo2236@yahoo.
com.
Foreign Film Fans Club announces a
picnic and bonus Spanish film, ‘Viridiana’
The Foreign Film Fans Club
offers its members a treat in
the form of a picnic and extra
film. The picnic will be Thursday, Sept. 4, from 2 to 5 p.m. at
Sportsmen’s Park at Hillside.
Membership cards will be
shown and members may bring
guests. There will be club announcements. The food will be
potluck. The club will furnish
drinks, munchies, cutlery and
paper plates.
The winners of a drawing
will be able to choose one of
the films that the club has
shown. Starting at 6 p.m. in the
close-by Diablo Room, there
will be a showing of the classic
1961 Spanish film “Viridiana,”
directed by Luis Bunuel.
This drama is about the
shocking education of beautiful young girl brought face to
face with the realities of passion and the grossness of most
of mankind. The film has been
described as a “stunning unmerciful sarcasm directed at
Regular bus service is available on Sundays between 10
and 11 a.m. for residents who
wish to attend church services.
Check bus schedules for times
of pick-up.
the piously insulated mind.”
A review and announcement
of the Sept. 15 film, “The Official Story,” will appear in a
future issue of the News.
club, call Kim Smith at 9321214.
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ment of the Gold Coast Jazz Band on Wednesday, Aug. 27, at 7:30
p.m. in the Sierra Room at Del Valle.
There will be dancing as well as theater seating for those who
enjoy just listening to the music
The Gold Coast group is a seven-member Dixieland dance and
show band from Sonoma that has provided musical entertainment
in the San Francisco Bay Area for many years. It performs New
Orleans and Chicago style jazz from 1900 to the 1940s.
This style is known by many as “Dixieland” or “traditional
jazz.” Their performances include vocal renditions of such greats
as Jimmy Durante, the Ink Spots and Billy Eckstine, along with
fun novelty tunes from early 20th century music.
Band leader Phil Stiers plays saxophone and vocals; Jan Stiers;
piano and arranger; Zane Woodworth, trumpet, flugel horn and
vocals (he is a former trumpet player for Woody Herman); Jeff
Green, banjo; Bill Badstubner, trombone and vocals; Candy
Woodworth, tuba; and Alan Grisette, drums and washboard.
Members pay $5 and nonmembers $10 for an evening of entertainment. Soft drinks, mixers and snacks will be served; or bring
beverages, if desired. Prizes will be given during intermission.
New memberships are $8 for the remainder of the year.
Rossmoor Squares holds
dances every Tuesday
Square dancing begins every Tuesday evening at 7 in
the Diablo Room at Hillside
Clubhouse. This is a great
venue for fun and meeting
people
Those who wish to learn
how to square dance may come
to the open dance each month
on the first Tuesday, also in the
Diablo Room at 7 p.m.
For information, call Annabelle Cloner at 933-8806 or
Maren Waddill at 930-6836.
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Ballroom Dance classes are
taught Mondays at Hillside
The Ballroom Dance Club
will offer new dance classes
for all levels starting Monday, Sept. 8.
The classes are open to
Rossmoor residents (including nonmembers) and
guests.
For beginners or more advance dancers looking for
new dance material, dance
instructor Alberta Bagneschi always has new and
exciting dance patterns for
each session. Bagneschi has
more than 20 years of teaching experience and will show
many dance tips to improve
technique.
The dances being taught
this session are cha cha and
nightclub two-step. The sessions consist of five, hourlong lessons given Monday
evenings in the Diablo Room
at Hillside.
Classes are taught at two
levels: basic at 7 and intermediate at 8. Bagneschi will
Instructor Alberta Bagneschi
be assisted by her husband,
Adrian, as dance partner.
The fee for Rossmoor
residents and club members
is $58 a couple for a class at
one level and $89 for classes
at two levels. Guest fee is $5
more.
For information, call Bagneschi at 687-5270, or Theresa Chow, 932-5195.
Rossmoor Community Chorus
begins its rehearsals Sept. 3
The Rossmoor Community Chorus begins rehearsals on
Wednesday, Sept. 3, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the Las Trampas
Room at Hillside.
Residents are invited to join this group of musicians every
Wednesday. Frank Ryken is the director and Steve Cram is the
accompanist.
Dues are $25 for the year and the music for many occasions is
provided.
For information, call Sue Hartdegen at 945-0993.
Contra Costa Musical Theatre presents
‘The Best of Broadway’ at Lesher Center
Contra Costa Musical
Theatre (CCMT) will present “The Best of Broadway”
at the Lesher Center for the
Arts on Thursday and Friday,
Aug. 21 and 22, at 8 p.m. and
Saturday, Aug. 23, at 2 p.m.
and 7:30.
Renowned local musical director and conductor Karl Pister will bring four nights of
Broadway-worthy performanc-
es to local audiences.
The event will feature a
26-piece orchestra and six
of CCMT’s star performers:
Terry D’Emidio, Jessica Fisher, Meghann May, John Hetzler, Steve Rhyne and Nephi
Speer.
The audience will hear a
medley of over 100 Broadway
songs from beloved shows such
as “Hairspray,” “Wicked” and
“Chess.” The program will also
feature songs from upcoming
CCMT shows “42nd Street”
and “Evita.”
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Bonnie Weiss presents first part of her program
‘Song and Dance Men of the Silver Screen’
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Fred Astaire is featured Tuesday greatest
dancer of the 20th
Popular presenter Bonnie
Weiss will present Part I of her
series titled “Song and Dance
Men of the Silver Screen” on
Tuesday, Aug. 26, at 1 p.m. in
This month’s program will
feature the work of famed
dancer Fred Astaire. Astaire
was an Academy Awardwinning film and Broadway
stage dancer, choreographer,
singer and actor. His stage
and subsequent film career
spanned a total of 26 years,
during which he made 31
musicals.
George Balanchine and Ru-
century, and he is generally acknowledged to have been the
most influential dancer in the
history of film and television
musicals.
This free program is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all
Asian Art Series program Monday at Hillside
features ‘Japanese Wood Block Prints’
Sally Kirby will continue
the series of presentations
on Asian Art on Monday,
Aug. 25, at 1:30 p.m. in the
Las Trampas Room at Hillside. The program is titled
“Japanese Wood Block
Prints.”
This lecture grew out of
the 1998 wood block print
exhibition at the Asian Art
Museum in San Francisco
titled, “Hokusai and Hiroshige,” showing some of
the greatest examples that
the two 19th century masters produced. Katsushika
Hokusai, whose work domi-
nates this presentation, was
the older of the two, a prodigious eccentric who produced some 20,000 prints
during his long life.
This free event is sponsored by the Recreation Department and is open to all
Eagle Ridge to host its
second Visual Arts Exhibit
Eagle Ridge’s Community Information Committee will offer
its second Visual Arts Exhibit on Monday, Sept. 8, from 3:30 to
5:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room at Gateway.
The first exhibit in January 2006 was a spectacular success,
attracting more than 300 residents. There will be about 35 Eagle Ridge artists who will display a variety of works, including
paintings, some of which have been award winners; photographs;
needlepoint; counted cross-stitching; calligraphy; pottery; intaglio; sculpture; resident-authored books and articles; and other
created artifacts.
Tom Mader, Zida Levy and Pat Hines are co-chairing the
exhibition. Other members of the committee who are assisting
are Vickie Hipkiss, Jo Harberson, Ann Blaschka, Luita Lynch,
Stu Bolinger, Jo Jones and Ann Good. The exhibit is open to all
Rossmoor residents.
The Eagle Ridge Community Information Committee is a
clearinghouse for information pertaining to emergency preparedness, building maintenance, landscaping, holiday decor and social activities. The committee has scheduled forums each year on
a variety of topics relevant to life in Rossmoor.
The committee decided two years ago that because a number
of Mutual 68 residents were engaged in artistic pursuits, it would
be worthwhile to put a spotlight on their efforts and accomplishments. In addition, providing artists an outlet for demonstrating
their talents is an incentive for the artists to continue their creative attempts.
The Visual Arts Exhibit will offer refreshments as well as music.
LOST AND FOUND: Lost something? Check the Redwood Room be-
tween 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Ask one of the volunteers at the
café to open the lost-and-found cabinet. Items left at the swimming pools or Fitness Center will remain at those locations, however. Ask staff for help. Valuables
(wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry) are kept in the Recreation Department.
See Volunteer Coordinator Kelly Spraker for these items or call 988-7703.
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Portrait drawing taught Art Association offers figure-drawing class
through Art Association
The Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) will offer a sixweek class in portrait drawing
on Tuesdays, Sept. 16 through
Oct. 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. in Art
Studio II at Gateway.
Beginners and advanced
students are welcome. Everyone will work at their own pace
and ability.
Students will learn to draw
human portraits using live
models. They will capture likenesses by learning the structure
of the human skull, individual
facial features and planes of
the face.
Students will also learn the
skills necessary to accurately
assess proportion and shape,
and gain an understanding of
shading in order to create the
illusion of a three-dimensional
reality.
The instructor is Norman
Weiner, a Rossmoor resident,
who has taught the class for the
last nine years.
Weiner is a graduate of the
Chouinard Institute in Los
Angeles, and has studied with
many world-renowned artists.
His paintings, drawing, sculptures, etchings, and serigraphs
are in hundreds of prestigious
collections. He has had galleries and art studios in Los Angeles and Sausalito.
The class fee is $50. Checks
should be made payable to
RAA and mailed to Weiner at
3108 Rossmoor Parkway No.
3. Include a telephone number
and note the title of the class.
The class will be limited to
Portrait by Norman Weiner
16 students, so early registration is essential. The cutoff
date for enrollment is Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Nonmembers of RAA must
join to take classes. For membership, send a separate check
($8 per person or $10 for couples), made payable to RAA, to
P.O. Box 2070, Walnut Creek
94595. Note on the check that
it is for membership.
The suggested art supplies
are an 11-by-14 sketchpad, 2B
and 4B graphite pencils, and a
kneaded eraser. Any additional supplies will be announced
during the class.
For information, call Weiner at 933-5182.
‘Pastel Techniques’ to be
presented at RAA meeting
Film shown in Peacock Hall
Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) will begin its
meetings again on Wednesday, Sept. 3, with the VHS
film “Pastel Techniques”
by Barry Watkin, to be
shown from 1 to 2 p.m. in
RAA’s general meetings
are open to the public. A
social hour with refreshments is held after the program in Art Studio II at
Gateway.
Watkin specializes in
pastel painting and over
the years has experimented
with many different ways
An example of art by Barry
of using this expressive
Watkin
medium. In this film, he
explores these techniques by painting a variety of different subjects both in his studio and in the Somerset countryside of England.
Watkin demonstrates how applying pastel over watercolor and
over Indian ink produces a strong range of tones, while adding
water to pastel results in interesting textures and rich colors. His
use of both linear and broken color techniques gives an impressionistic feel to his work and pastel applied in layers, using fixative, produces a strong, vibrant painting.
Watkin is a highly successful artist and tutor, running popular
painting courses from his studio in Somerset. He has exhibited
with most of the major London societies and has had several oneman shows. In March 2000, he was elected a fellow of the Royal
Society of Arts.
The Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) will offer
a six-week figure-drawing
class on Fridays, Sept. 19
through Oct. 24, from 1 to 4
p.m. in Art Studio II at Gateway.
The human figure has
been revered as symbol of
perfection since the time
of ancient Greeks. Students
will learn how to draw the
human body in its various shapes and positions
through the process of observation and training.
Live professional female
and male models are used in
the class. Everyone will work
at their own pace and ability.
Beginners and advanced students are welcome.
The beginning art supplies required are a 12-by-18
sketch pad, 2B and 4B graphite pencils, and a kneaded
eraser. Any additional supplies will be announced during the class.
The instructor is Norman
Weiner, a Rossmoor resident,
who has taught the class for
the last nine years.
Weiner is a graduate of the
Figure drawing by Norman Weiner
Chounard Art Institute in Los
Angeles. He has also studied
with many well-renowned artists. His paintings, drawings,
sculptures and prints are in
over hundreds of collections.
He has operated galleries and
studios in Los Angeles and
Sausalito.
The tuition is $95, which is
nonrefundable. Nonmembers
of the RAA must join ($8 per
person or $10 for a couple).
A separate check should be
made out for a membership.
Checks should be made
payable to RAA and mailed
to Weiner at 3108 Rossmoor
Parkway No. 3. Include a
telephone number and note
the title of the class.
The class is limited to 16
students, so early registration is recommended. The
cutoff date for registration is
Wednesday, Sept. 10.
For information, call
Weiner at 933-5182.
RAA class seeks models to sit for portraits
The Rossmoor Art Association is looking for males and females to pose in Norman Weiner’s portrait class held on Tuesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. in Studio I
of the Gateway Art Building.
Each segment of posing is 20
minutes with a rest in between
during which the model can
view how each artist proceeds.
It pays $25. No experience is
necessary. To be considered,
write to Norman Weiner at 3108
Rossmoor Parkway No. 3, or
call him at 933-5182.
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RAA class helps make drawing fun RAA to see masterworks
Cassandra Antkowiak
supportive, helping students
will teach a six-week class,
to relax and enjoy their ex“Drawing Made Easy,” on
perience. All students need
to bring is a sketchbook
Wednesday mornings, Sept.
(8x10 or 9x12) and a pencil
10 through Oct. 15. Class
or two.
will be from 9:30 to 12:30 in
This class is especially
Studio I in the Art Building
for beginners, but all levels
at Gateway.
are welcome because stuThe class is offered by the
dents learn from each other.
Rossmoor Art Association
The tuition is $50 per six(RAA) and students must be
week session, and students
a member of the organizaare welcome to take it as
tion to attend.
Antkowiak will show
many times as they wish.
students the tricks and techThe annual fee for memniques that make drawing
bership in RAA is $8 for
easy and fun. This class is
an individual and $10 for
designed to give beginners
a couple. Checks, payable
confidence as well as to ento RAA, should be sent to
hance skills the student alNorman Weiner at 3108
ready has. Antkowiak will
Rossmoor Parkway No. 3.
take the fear out of art, and
(Make out separate checks
help students express them- This is a sample of a drawing by Cassan- for the class and memberselves. She’ll show how a dra Antkowiak, instructor of the Drawing ship dues and note this on
drawing can be broken down Made Easy class.
the check along with teleinto simple basic shapes, and
phone number.)
Antkowiak has been
then how to make any object
light and shadow.
dimensional and believable with
As a teacher, she is patient and making art all of her life, studying through high school and college. Since then, she has gone to
many art workshops in California
and Oregon, studied at the International Art School La Romita in
Italy and attended several different location workshops in France.
She is currently president of
Alamo-Danville Artists’ Society.
She has long taught drawing and
painting classes, both privately
and through adult education programs.
from New Orleans museum
The Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) is sponsoring a tour to
see “Spared From the Storm: Masterworks From the New Orleans
Museum of Art” on Wednesday, Oct. 1.
Held at the Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University, the exhibition will include 80 paintings, drawings and sculptures by many of
the most influential artists of the 17th through the mid-20th centuries, such as Baroque master Lucas Giordano, Impressionist Claude
Monet, Modernist Pablo Picasso and Surrealist Rene Magritte.
The New Orleans Museum of Art has gathered one of the finest
and most comprehensive collections in the American South. The
vast majority of this collection survived the devastation wrought
by Hurricane Katrina in 2005. This exhibition celebrates the European and American portion of the museum’s distinguished and diverse holdings. Several docents will accompany the group through
the collection.
In addition, there will be time to view a new exhibition by Richard Diebenkorn, as well as the contemporary glass collection,
which includes works by Chihuly, Zynsky, Marquis and Morris.
There will also be an opportunity to have lunch at the café overlooking the Rodin garden.
The bus will leave Gateway promptly at 9:30 a.m., and will return to Rossmoor at approximately 3:30 p.m.
The cost of the tour is $27. If a nonmember, include a separate
check of $8 for membership.
Checks should be made payable to the Rossmoor Art Association. Space is limited, so send checks in early to A. Garelick, 2525
Golden Rain Road No. 8. For information, call 945-6936.
CAC show and tell is on extruder
Herb Swedberg of the Ceramic Arts Club will demonstrate the use of the extruder at
the club’s monthly show-andtell meeting Thursday, Aug. 28,
from noon until 1 p.m. at the Ceramic Studio at Gateway. Only
CAC members may attend.
CAC members are asked to
bring their own clay for Swed-
berg to put through the extruder to demonstrate different die
in the extruder and what each
can produce. The extruder is
in the kiln room. It is a piece
of equipment that is seldom
used, largely because people
don’t know its potential.
For information, call Mimi
Nunley at 930-7649.
RAA to have new exhibit
The Rossmoor Art Association (RAA) will sponsor a new
exhibit at the John Muir Outpatient Center, beginning on Saturday,
Sept. 6.
Receiving for the exhibit is scheduled for Sept. 6 from 10 a.m.
to noon and will take place at the main entry lobby. John Muir
Outpatient Center is located at 1220 Rossmoor Parkway.
Members of the association are strongly encouraged to submit
their artwork. Paintings and drawings in all media are welcome.
Artwork between 16 by 20 inches and 38 by 50 inches in size
is preferred, but smaller-sized pieces will also be accepted, space
permitting.
Paintings and drawings must be appropriately and securely
framed with wire hangers not extending above the frame.
Unframed paintings will be accepted, provided the top, bottom
and side pieces have been painted to harmonize with the work.
To speed exhibitors through the receiving process, active artists
will receive a letter containing forms and instructions and are
asked to complete all paperwork prior to bringing their artwork
to the outpatient center on Sept. 6.
Artists throughout the Rossmoor community are welcome
to exhibit their work, but membership in the RAA is required.
Annual membership dues are $8 for an individual or $10 for a
family. Send checks payable to RAA, P.O. Box 2070, Walnut
Creek 94595.
Checks for dues may also be placed in the Art Association
mailbox in the Gateway Administration Office. There is no other
charge for exhibiting artwork.
For information, or to request an exhibit letter, call Brigitte
Turner at 938-5504.
Classical Book Discussion
Group to read ‘Don Quixote’
Meeting is in September at Dollar
The Rossmoor Classical Book Discussion Group will start its
eighth year on Wednesday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m. to noon in Dollar Clubhouse. Members will read the Cervantes’ classic, “Don
Quixote.”
The club has chosen the translation by Edith Grossman, who
transformed this Spanish classic, with its humor and pathos, into
modern English.
In some respects, the quixotic knight is more vital today than
he was 400 years ago, standing for everything in humanity that is
gentle, forlorn, pure, unselfish and noble.
The HarperCollins book is readily available at the local bookstore for $16.95 or via the Internet, at Amazon.com, for $11.53.
Large print and book-on-tape versions are also available.
The group will read and discuss the first of its two parts in an
eight-week session, starting Sept. 10, and the second and concluding part in a subsequent session.
The cost is $5 per session and $40 for the full eight-week session.
The Classical Book Discussion group is a small group of
friendly, kind and fun-loving people who enjoy good literature
and welcome new members.
The teacher, Conrad Montell, is a published author who has
conducted literature courses at Rossmoor for over seven years. For
information, contact Montell at (510) 995-8316, or by e-mail at
[email protected].
Mystery Book Club will
discuss author J.A. Jance
Meeting is Monday at Dollar
The next Mystery Book Club meeting will be held on Monday, Aug. 25, at 7 p.m. in the Eisenhower Room at Dollar
Clubhouse.
Members will discuss J. A. Jance, who writes about retired
Seattle Police Department Officer J. P. Beaumont and Arizona
small-town sheriff Joanna Brady.
Attendees should plan to read one or more of her novels in
order to participate in the discussion. However, everyone is
welcome, even if they have not had an opportunity to do so.
The author for September will be Michael Connelly, most of
whose stores feature L.A.P.D. Detective Hieronymus “Harry”
Bosch, named after the Dutch painter of fantasy and horror.
The Mystery Book Club meets on the fourth Monday of
each month. Residents interested in joining may contact Len
Morgenstern at 945-7130 or simply come to the next meeting.
Consider car pooling to save
gas, the air and parking difficulty.
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Emeritus College fall classes cover classical
music, Shakespeare films, Iranian women
The Emeritus College (EC)
program of Diablo Valley College (DVC) will present six
classes in Rossmoor this fall.
They include the following:
Symphony II will cover the
complete performances of the
best symphonies from the past
200 years, including works by
Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven,
Schubert, Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky and Mahler. Instructor
Irwin Tallarico will lead the
discussion on their significance.
The first of six sessions will
begin Monday, Sept. 8, from
10 a.m. to noon in Peacock
Hall at Gateway. The cost is
$60 ($55 for members.)
Women in Contemporary
Iran will address Iranian
women’s involvement in social
affairs, the work force and government, as well as the impact
of the revolution that toppled
the shah. The discussion will
be led by Mehry Astaneh, who
has a doctorate degree in political science from the University
of Tehran, as well as a master’s
degree from the University of
Leeds in London.
The first of two classes will
1 to 3 p.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway. The cost is $20 ($18
for EC members).
Shakespeare at the Movies:
Macbeth will examine different versions of the Bard’s tragedy, including Akira Kurosawa’s acclaimed film “Throne
of Blood.” The instructor, Bill
Harlan, is a frequent speaker
at both the Oregon and California Shakespeare festivals
and has taught the subject for
38 years.
The first of four classes
will begin Tuesday, Sept. 9,
from 10 a.m. to noon in the
Las Trampas Room at Hillside. The cost is $40 ($36 for
EC members).
Iran’s Relations With the
West explores the issues in Iran
prior to the 1978 revolution and
the changes, including U.S. involvement that followed, along
with the republic’s foreign policy of “neither West nor East.”
The instructor will be Mehry
Astaneh, Ph.D.
The first of four classes will
1 to 3 p.m. in Peacock Hall at
Gateway. The cost is $40 ($36
for EC members).
Great Concertos II will
examine the compositions of
such famous composers as
Beethoven, Ravel, Brahms,
Mendelssohn, Tchaikovsky,
Rachmaninoff and Gershwin.
Instructor Irwin Tallarico will
discuss how composers gained
free creative rein during the
past two centuries and the resulting changes in classical
concertos.
The first of five classes will
begin Monday, Oct. 20, from
10 a.m. to noon in Peacock
Hall at Gateway. The cost is
$50 ($54 for EC members).
Shakespeare at the Movies: King Lear will examine
varied film versions of this
tragedy, including “Ran” by
Japanese filmmaker Akira
Kurosawa. Instructor Bill
Harlan will begin the first of
four classes on Tuesday, Oct.
21, from 10 a.m. to noon in
the Las Trampas Room at
Hillside. The cost is $40 ($36
for EC members).
In addition to these sessions,
Emeritus College has scheduled 65 classes, events and
activities, many of them at its
headquarters, located at 1250
Arroyo Way in Walnut Creek,
next to the DMV offices.
For a free copy of its catalog, visit www.dvc.edu/emeritus or call 906-9105.
Rotary hears about gaining wealth with insurance
Guest speakers Jeff Jackson and Graham Clement will
discuss how to gain wealth
through life insurance policies
at the Rotary Club’s Wednesday, Aug. 27 meeting.
Seniors age 65 to 85 may
have existing life insurance that
is either no longer needed or is
underperforming. As a result,
major financial institutions such
as banks and insurance companies are buying these policies,
paying up to 30 percent of the
death benefit for these policies.
This is a great source of income for seniors at a time when
many other income sources are
underperforming.
Jackson has been a specialist in the financial industry for
35 years, working for Salomon
Brothers, Smith Barney, and
Citigroup, where he was the
national sales manager for annuities. He has worked in the
tax-advantaged product area,
options on commodities, mutual funds and life settlements
and has raised over $3 billion
over the years. He has worked
closely with seniors.
Rossmoor residents and potential new members are in-
vited to attend this luncheon
program to be held in the Diablo Room of the Hillside Clubhouse. Social hour begins at
11:30 a.m., with lunch and the
business meeting at noon. The
speaker program begins at 1
p.m. Lunch is $14.
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DINING
Golden State Club holds barbecue
The Golden State Club will hold its annual Admission Day barbecue on Tuesday, Sept. 9, in the Sierra Room at Del Valle Clubhouse. The event is now held in this clubhouse in order to avoid the
inclement weather at the Sportsmen’s Park.
The hosted bar is led by Bar Chairman Jim McNamara, and he
is assisted by an able staff. The bar will open at 5 p.m. and dinner
will be at 6.
Cost of the barbecue for members is $22 and $25 for guests of
members. Guests are welcome when accompanied by a member.
Reservations cutoff date is Tuesday, Sept. 2.
The menu will be baby-back pork ribs; grilled chicken breasts;
tossed green salad; potato salad; fruit salad; marinated tomato
slices with fresh basil; baked beans; rolls and butter; tea and coffee; and apple squares and ice cream. The caterer is Hamilton.
Janyce Gerber is chairwoman with Elaine Brennan assisting.
Nancy Mills is in charge of decorations. The Frisky Frolics Band
will entertain with Tin Pan Alley tunes of the 1920s and ’30s.
Reservations checks, payable to the Golden State Club, may be
mailed to Cheryl Walker at 5961 Autumnwood Drive No. 1C, or
left in the Golden State Club box at Gateway.
Tables are reserved for groups of eight only. There must be eight
reservations to reserve a table. The Golden State Club board members are the only persons who can reserve a table for 10.
Natives of California who would like to join the club may call
Cheryl Walker at 938-7844 for an application. Return the application with a separate check made out to the Golden State Club for $7
per person and send to Walker or place the envelope in the Golden
State Club box in the Gateway Administration office.
30s/40s Club to hold wine tasting
Members of the 30s/40s Club are invited to wine tasting on the
patio at Dollar Clubhouse Sunday, Sept. 14, from 5 to 7 p.m. A
selection of zinfandels and pinot grigios will be presented by Wine
Thieves of Lafayette, along with a discussion of the wines.
Hungry Hunter Restaurant will provide trays of shrimp, baked
potato skins, stuffed mushrooms, quiche, meatballs and fruit platters to complement the wines. Guests are requested to bring a wine
glass (or two, if preferred).
Checks, in the amount of $17 per person, and payable to 30s/40s
Club, should be sent to Jere Wade at 1801 Skycrest Drive No. 5. All
checks must be received no later than Friday, Sept. 5. Call Judy or
John Littig at 256-8558 with questions about the event.
The 30s/40s Club is a married couples group for people born
in the decades of the 1930s or 1940s. It is a social group whose
purpose is to meet others in the same age group with similar interests.
To join, or for information about other club activities, contact
Membership Chairwoman Janey King at 932-0727.
Singlaires to hold potluck
The Singlaires potluck dinner will be held at Dollar Clubhouse
on Sunday, Sept. 7.
Registration starts at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6. Wine, coffee and
tea will be provided by the club. Members who do not bring food
pay $6, and an additional $4 is charged to nonmembers.
Attendees are welcome to bring their own plates, cutlery and
wine glasses. However, paper plates and plastic utensils are always
available.
Those bringing food should bring appetizers, salad, a main dish
or dessert for eight to 10 people. Cut food into individual servings,
if possible.
The Singlaires Club is open to all Rossmoor single residents for
socializing and fun on the first Sunday of each month.
Bring some good jokes or a funny story for the after-dinner joke
session. A small reward will be received. For information, call
Merle Wolf at 938-3054 or Carmen Osuna at 939-2489.
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and get a second (same or lesser value) for half price.
Not valid with any other offer including the Senior Menu or Dusk Feature Menu.
Coupon good for up to 1 discount per party. Only the lower priced entree will be
discounted. Does not apply to carry-out orders.
Offer expires September 3, 2008
Call 943-7100
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(Next to Longs, corner Mt. Diablo Blvd.)
ZEST
Dim sum delight
By Robbee Royce
f you a re l i ke
eve r yo n e Z e s t!
k n ows , yo u a r e
glued to the Summer
Olympics – what a tremendous treat for us
to be able to see the
best of the world’s young athletes at the top of their game.
In Zest!’s humble opinion, the
special gift the Olympics gives
us is that we can forget politics,
temporal dust-ups, outright outrage, and simply take it all to a
higher level with these incomparably gifted youngsters as
our guides.
As the Olympics handily
erases the differences between
us and introduces us to other
cultures, all sharing the same
goals and desires for country
and individual alike, there is
a metaphor for breaking bread
with family and friends through
the world’s distinctive cuisines.
As the experience of the Summer Games nourishes the soul,
let the cuisine of the host country nourish our sense of community and well-being.
Enough reflection: let’s eat!
As you are watching the Games,
it seems to Zest! that small
plates are a good way to go, so
prepare yourself to delight your
family with a dim sum feast.
Eating dim sum is an adventure in itself; there are so many
choices, and you can prepare
dim sum that would rival that
of any good Chinese restaurant with such delicacies as pot
stickers, spiced chicken livers,
and marinated abalone (recipes
attributed to Sunset Oriental
Cookbook, Menlo Park, 1994).
The following recipe makes
48 pot stickers. You can easily
half this recipe. If you make
the whole recipe, the pot stickers will freeze successfully for
up to four weeks, stored in plastic zip-lock bags. Cook frozen
stickers unthawed as directed
below.
– which is nearly impossible to find outside
of Chinatown.)
1/4 c. canola oil
1 1/3 c. chicken broth
Soy sauce
Vinegar
Chili oil
Directions
1. Prepare pork and shrimp
filling.
2. To assemble each pot
sticker, place two rounded tsp.
of the filling in the center of a
wrapper. Moisten the edge of
wrapper with water, then fold
the wrapper over the filling to
form a semicircle.
3. Pinch the edges closed,
finishing with three decorative
tucks, made with fork tines, on
the edge.
4. When entire curve is
sealed, turn pot sticker seam
side up, then set it down firmly
so it stays upright. Cover while
making the remaining stickers.
5. Cook pot stickers in batches of 12 by heating 1 T. of the
oil in a wide frying pan over
med. heat. Set stickers, seam
side up, in pan.
6. Cook until bottoms are
golden, about 8 to 10 min. Pour
in 1/3 c. of the broth and immediately cover the pan tightly.
7. Reduce heat to low and
cook for 10 min. (15 min. if
frozen). Uncover and cook until all liquid is absorbed. Serve
or keep warm in a 200-degree
oven. Repeat the above steps
for the rest of the pot stickers
and offer soy, vinegar, and chili
oil on the side.
POT STICKERS
Ingredients
Pork and shrimp filling (recipe
follows)
1 - 14 oz. package of pot sticker
wrappers (These are found
everywhere and they make
dim sum a breeze. If you
are making wrappers from
scratch you have to use
wheat starch – no substitute
SPICED
CHICKEN LIVERS
The next dim sum recipe
is really unusual and utterly
scrumptious. Spiced chicken
livers serves six, but can be
halved.
Ingredients
1 lb. chicken livers
Water
1/2 c. soy sauce
I
Pork and shrimp filling:
Chop 1/2 lb. medium-sized
shrimp, shelled and deveined.
Place in a bowl, then add 1/2 lb.
ground pork (you can use hot
sausage for more of a kick), 1
c. finely chopped cabbage, 1/4
c. each minced green onions
(including tops) and chopped
mushrooms, 2 T. oyster sauce,
and 1 clove of garlic, minced.
1/4 c. dry sherry
1 T. sugar
1/2 tsp. anise seeds or 1/2 whole
star anise
1-inch piece of cinnamon stick
1 quarter-sized slice of fresh
ginger, crushed
1 green onion (including green
top) cut into 1-inch lengths
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
flakes (optional)
Directions
1. Place livers in a saucepan
and pour in water to cover.
2. Bring just to boiling over
high heat, remove from heat
and drain.
3. Add soy, 1/2 c. water, sherry, sugar, anise, cinnamon stick,
ginger, onion, and if using, red
pepper.
4. Cover, place over heat and
simmer for 15 min. Remove
from heat and let livers cool in
the pan liquid (save liquid).
5. Cut livers into bite-size
pieces. Return to cooking liquid, cover and refrigerate at least
one hour or up to two days.
6. When ready to serve,
drain, discard ginger and onion.
Arrange livers in a serving dish
and wait (it won’t be long) for
the oohs and aahs.
MARINATED ABALONE
It’s such a shame that fresh
abalone is a lot harder to find
in the Bay Area than it used to
be. I can remember a group that
used to get together and travel
north up the coast to Albion
Flats, where we pulled abalone
right off the rocks and cooked
shore lunch right there. Nothing before or since has tasted so
good – an all-time food memory for Zest!
If you can’t find fresh, or
don’t feel like refinancing your
home to pay for it, you can substitute canned in this refreshing,
simple salad (serves six).
Ingredients
1 tsp. sesame seeds
2 T. each white vinegar and water
3 T. soy sauce
1 tsp. sugar
1 green onion, including top,
thinly sliced
Dash of cayenne pepper
1 8-oz. can abalone
Directions
1. In a small frying over med.
heat, toast sesame seeds, shaking pan frequently, until golden
(about 2 min.).
2. Remove from heat and stir
in vinegar, water, soy sauce,
sugar, onion, and cayenne.
3. Drain abalone, then thinly slice. Place in a plastic bag,
pour in marinade, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, turning
occasionally.
4. When ready to serve, drain
and arrange on a serving platter.
What could be simpler? Ice
up a lot of Tsing-Tao beer, sit
back and go for the gold. U.S.A.,
U.S.A., U.S.A.!
Hawaii State Club sets
autumn dinner party
Members of the Hawaii State Club will gather to welcome the
autumn season at its Kau Ha’ule Lau Paina (season of the falling
leaves party) on Saturday, Sept. 13, in the Sierra Room at Del
Valle Clubhouse.
The evening will begin at 5 p.m. with complimentary mai
tais, wine, and soft drinks, and a delectable array of pupus (hors
d’oeuvres) of shrimp on crackers, rolled ham with pineapple
sauce, and siu mai (Chinese crisp dumplings).
After a brief interlude for dispensing with club affairs and
a short informative talk on Hawaiiana, dinner will follow at 6,
served by Hamilton Catering. The menu will include pineapple
fruit salad, pork tenderloin with teriyaki sauce, Oriental vegetables, rolls and butter, and banana cake.
At 7, the highlight of the evening will commence – a Hawaiian and Tahitian program, showcasing David Bustamante and
his Da Island Way troupe of musicians and dancers. Da Island
Way, a beautiful and entertaining Polynesian music and show
group was founded by Bustamante in 1993. This Concordbased family dance studio performs shows throughout the
year at county fairs, corporate luaus, private parties and large
events such as the San Francisco Aloha Festival and KidFest
in Concord.
Da Island Way has also been successful in Tahitian competitions throughout California, Hawaii and at Tahiti’s International
Ori Tahiti 2000.
The cost of the dinner and show is $25 for members and $29
for nonmembers. Checks, made payable to Hawaii State Club,
should be mailed to Reservations Chairwoman Bernice Yee,
2101 Pine Knoll Drive No. 6, or placed in the Hawaii Club box
in the lobby of Gateway Administration.
For those wishing to sit together, all checks must be sent in
the same envelope with a list of the attendees’ names and their
respective amounts remitted. Table assignments will be made as
reservations are received.
This is a program all lovers of Hawaiian entertainment will
not want to miss. Da Island Way with its unique rhythms and
instrumentals has appeared in countless venues in Northern
California and is a frequent featured performer at Tiki Tom’s in
downtown Walnut Creek.
Rossmoor residents are welcome to join the club at this time.
Those who join before the party will pay the member price to
attend. Application forms are available in the club box in Gateway.
The annual dues are $10 per person. For information, call Lt.
Gov. Ardis Williams at 256-7605.
Sing for Joy! party set for
Monday in Fireside Room
Sing for Joy! will hold its
end-of-summer party on Monday, Aug. 25, at 7:30 p.m. in
the Fireside Room at Gateway
Clubhouse.
It will feature many of the
performers who have appeared
during the regular weekly
meetings.
Regular accompanist Patti
Leidecker has had a piano bar
gig at Marcello’s in Danville
for many years and has befriended and encouraged many
performers from the area.
Leidecker and Dolores Burris have set up the program.
Keith and Gloria Shinn, who
are avid supporters of the club,
are in charge of all other arrangements.
There will be lots of vocal
music, solos and duets, classical, show tunes, standards,
comic and jazz tunes.
In addition, a little instrumental interlude will be featured with some of the instrumentalists, including Bob
Sutherland and Les Peterson.
Soft drinks and mixers will
be provided, as well as snacks.
Tickets are $5 each and are
available at the regular Sing
for Joy! meetings held on Fridays from 1:30 p.m. in the Las
Trampas Room at Hillside.
Burris and Keith Shinn will
have tickets.
For information, call Burris
at 935-3115 or Shinn at 9397473.
Fashion show and ice cream social Tuesday
The sixth annual fashion show and ice
cream social sponsored by Friends of Hospice, Rossmoor, is Tuesday, Aug. 26, from 1
to 3 p.m. at the Dollar Clubhouse.
Enjoy ice cream while watching the Fancy
Us models showcase the latest fashions from
the Walnut Creek Hospice Boutique Thrift
Shoppe. After the show, all outfits will be
available for purchase at a discount.
A speaker from Hospice of the East Bay
(formerly Hospice and Palliative Care of Contra Costa) will be on hand to discuss the programs and services offered by this community-based, not-for-profit hospice.
A $5 donation is requested at the door.
Established in 1977, Hospice of the East
Bay is a not-for-profit agency that helps people
cope with life-threatening illnesses by providing medical, emotional, spiritual and practical
support for patients and families, regardless
of their ability to pay.
Specialized programs include Anna’s Program (for women with recurrent breast cancer), Comfort for Kids (pediatric hospice and
palliative care), Skye’s Angels (perinatal hospice care) and Bruns House (in-patient hospice facility).
For information, or to make a donation of
time or money, call 887-5678, or visit www.
hospiceeastbay.org.
Italian Club to hold autumn dinner
The Italian-American Club invites all members and their guests to its dinner dance on Friday, Sept. 12, at 5:15 p.m. in Del Valle Clubhouse.
Members and guests will be greeted by the
host and hostess, Fran and Bob Long. Table decorations will be done by Kathleen Moschel and
her decorating committee.
The Manny Gutierrez Band will feature
dance music for the evening. Head bartender
Tony Rivas and his committee open the hosted
bar at 5:15.
Dinner, catered by Martinelli, is served at
6:30. The menu starts with antipasti of salami,
olives, artichokes and red peppers, followed by
a salad of mixed greens, foccacia bread, bowtie
pasta with red meat sauce, and a main dish of
roast pork loin with Sicilian-blend vegetables.
Dessert is spumoni ice cream and coffee.
The club would like to thank Ernie DeMaria
for his longtime service as wine steward.
The price of the dinner is $22 for members and
$26 for guests. Make reservation checks payable
to the Italian-American Club and send to JoAnn
Daigle at 1221 Avenida Sevilla No. 1C.
The deadline for reservations is Wednesday,
Sept. 3, at 5 p.m. Those requesting to be seated
as a group must send money in the same envelope. Table reservations for groups of eight only
will be accepted. Reservations for groups of 10
are no longer accepted.
The Italian-American Club is sponsoring a
trip to Black Hawk Casino on Thursday, Oct. l6.
Reservations are necessary and must be made
by Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Make checks payable to the Italian-American
Club for $26 per person and mail to Fran Long
at 1621 Ptarmigan Drive No. lC.
For information, call 939-5l5l.
Membership is open to Rossmoor residents
of Italian origin and to those whose spouse is of
Italian decent. Annual dues are $15 per person.
Applications for membership are reviewed
by the membership committee and membership
forms may be obtained from Fran DeGaetano
by calling 932-8944.
NCJW starts selling Entertainment Books
The National Council of Jewish Women (NCJW) is again
selling the Entertainment Book.
Residents and their friends can
reserve a copy of the 2009 issue by calling Fran Juni at 9461590.
This issue is full of values,
not only for 50 percent off dining and two-for-one coupons for
both formal and quick restaurants, but many shopping cou-
FRIDAY LUNCH
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R O S S M O O R
Menu for Aug. 29
Friday Lunch is served at a suggested
donation of $2. Deli bags are provided for an
additional suggested donation of $2. You must
attend Friday Lunch to get your deli bag. Deli
bags must be ordered one week ahead. Lunch
is served at 11:30 a.m. at Hillside. Reserve a
space for Friday Lunch in person right after
lunch for the following weekʼs lunch or call
988-7703. To cancel a reservation, call 9887703. Please leave name and phone number when cancelling. If
you are unable to make lunch, cancel your reservation so another
resident can take your place.
The menu:
Roast beef with gravy, cream of tomato soup, baked potato, California blend tossed salad with bleu cheese dressing,
dinner roll, and cherry gelatin with pears..
Options:
Hamburger plate or chef’s salad.
Please specify the entree of your choice; otherwise, you
will receive the menu item for that day.
Deli bag:
The menu for the deli bag for Aug. 29 features a ham and
cheese sandwich on rye, carrot-raisin salad, and orange and
grape juice.
pons for stores such as Barnes
and Noble, Bed, Bath and Beyond, Pet Smart, Longs and
many more. Get-away hotels
and airlines offer big savings,
and there are hosts of other coupons. One purchase using an
enclosed coupon usually more
than pays for this valuable book,
which costs $25.
The NCJW is a grassroots
organization of volunteer and
advocates who turn progressive
ideals into action. Inspired by
Jewish values, NCJW strives for
social justice for all by improving the quality of life for women, children and families and by
safeguarding individual rights
and freedoms for all citizens.
Café Mocha
Located at Creekside
Next to the Pro Shop
Open Monday through Saturday
for breakfast and lunch
from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Closed Sunday
Closed on Mondays beginning Sept. 8
Stop in for dinner on
Wednesdays and Thursdays
Early Bird Dinner served
Thursdays from 4:30 to 7 p.m.
Complete dinner highlights include enchiladas,
chicken picatta, lasagna, turkey burger and ravioli.
Wednesday dinner is served
4:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Highlights include pork shanks, prime rib,
salmon florentine and meat loaf.
Enjoy dinner in the courtyard
Now serving
beer and wine.
Call 287-0840
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he following calendar information is provided to the News by Room Reservations at the Recreation Department. Residents or groups that would like to make changes
to the listing should contact Room Reservations at 988-7780 or 988-7781.
Rossmoor pools are generally open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Pools are closed for cleaning on the following days:
Dollar ...............Wednesdays, 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Hillside ..............Tuesdays, 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Del Valle ............Thursdays, 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kids swim at Dollar and Hillside according to the following schedule:
Dollar ................Tues./Thur. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Hillside .............. Mon. /Wed./Fri. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
D............................... Dollar Clubhouse
G .......................... Gateway Clubhouse
H ............................ Hillside Clubhouse
MPR ....................Multipurpose Room
DV ........................................... Del Valle
CR ......................................... Creekside
THURSDAY, AUGUST 21
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:15 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
noon
noon
noon
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1:15 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6:15 p.m.
6:15 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
EVENTl ..........................LOCATION ........................ ORGANIZATION
Open Swim .....................Pool, D ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Open Swim .....................Pool, H ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Strength Circuit ................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Mat Science ....................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Luk Tung Kuen Exercise ......Diablo Rm., H ............................ Luk Tung Kuen
Stretch/Strengthen ............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Breakfast .......................MPR 2, G ......................... Tice Valley Methodist
Low Impact Dance ............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Open Play.......................Lawn Bowling Greens, H .....Lawn Bowling Club
Adv. Players ....................Table Tennis, H .......................Table Tennis Club
Bocce Team Play ..............Bocce Courts, H .............................. Bocce Club
Café Mocha.....................Fairway Rm., CR................................................
Open Workshop ................Art Studio & Back Rm., G .......... Art Association
Property Tax Assistance ......Vista Rm., H ........................... Rec. Dept./AARP
Stitchers ........................Sewing Rm., G .......................Sewing Arts Club
Tennis Open Play ..............Buckeye Grove Tennis Courts ..........Tennis Club
Qi Gong .........................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Water Exercise .................Pool, D ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Watercolor......................Art Classroom & Gall., G ........... Art Association
Qi Gong .........................Fitness Center, DV .....Chinese-American Assoc.
Swim Lessons .................Pool, H ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Fun Day .........................Sierra Rm., DV ..................................Rec. Dept.
Kid Swim .......................Pool, D ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Light Stretch ...................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Lunch Meeting .................Diablo Rm., H ................................... Lions Club
Mat Science ....................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Beg. Balance Rehab ..........Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Italian Conversation ..........MPR 3, G .............................. Ital. Convs. Group
Library Open ...................Library, G.............................Library Association
Beg. Players ...................Table Tennis, H .......................Table Tennis Club
Inter./Adv. Balance Rehab ...Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Movie ...........................Peacock Hall, G. ................................Rec. Dept.
Open Swim .....................Pool, DV ............................................Rec. Dept.
Bridge ...........................Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
Parkinson’s Group .............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Beg. Tap Rehearsal ...........Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Line Dance .....................Diablo Rm., H .......................... Line Dance Club
Step/Cardio Mix ...............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Meeting .........................Delta Rm. A, DV . Atheists and Agnostics Group
Aquacise ........................Pool, DV ............................................Rec. Dept.
Picnic ...........................Picnic Area 1, 2, 3, D .............................Wet Set
Moving to Music ...............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Strength Yoga ..................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Swim Lessons .................Pool, DV ............................................Rec. Dept.
Circuit Training ................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Duplicate Bridge...............Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
AA Open Discussion ..........Garden Rm., D................................. Counseling
Sing-along ......................MPR 3, G ........................... Acalanes/Rec. Dept.
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:15 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
Spin/Group Cycle ..............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
ABS Back .......................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Rhythm Aerobics ..............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Deep Water Exercise..........Pool, H ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Men’s Exercise.................MPR 1, 2, G .....................Men’s Exercise Group
Water Aerobics ................Pool, D ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Strength .........................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10:05 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
noon
noon
12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1:45 p.m.
2 p.m.
2 p.m.
3 p.m.
3:30 p.m.
4 p.m.
4 p.m.
6:15 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
Deep Water Exercise..........Pool, DV ............................................Rec. Dept.
Harmonica Practice ...........MPR 3, G ..................................Harmonica Club
Keeping Fit Exercise ..........Shasta Rm., DV ................. Keeping Fit Exercise
Farmers Market................Parking Lot, G ...................................Rec. Dept.
Hands On Quilters .............Sewing Rm., G .......................Sewing Arts Club
Active Yoga .....................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Water Exercise .................Pool, DV ............................................Rec. Dept.
Muscle Movers ................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Cribbage ........................MPR 2, G ...................................Men’s Cribbage
Kid Swim .......................Pool, H ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Line Dance .....................Fitness Center, DV ................... Line Dance Club
Joint Efforts ....................Pool, DV ............................................Rec. Dept.
Friday Lunch ...................Diablo Rm., H ....................................Rec. Dept.
Mah Jong .......................Oak Rm. A, G .............Chinese-American Assoc.
Cardiac Rehab .................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Line Dancing ...................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Alt. Energy Comm’t. ..........Boardroom, G .............. Golden Rain Foundation
Great Books ....................Garden Rm., D................................Great Books
Inter. Players ...................Table Tennis, H .......................Table Tennis Club
Life Drawing ...................Art Studio & Back Rm., G .......... Art Association
Open Workshop/Muriel San..Art Classroom & Gall., G ........... Art Association
Beg. Folk Dance ...............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Beg./Inter. Mat Science ......Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Singing ..........................Las Trampas Rm., H .....................Sing For Joy!
Ballroom Dance ...............Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Piano With Avon ...............Redwood Rm., G ...............................Rec. Dept.
Muscle Conditioning ..........Fitness Center, DV ............. Acalanes/Rec. Dept.
Partnership Bridge ............Oak Rm. A, B, G ......................................Bridge
Services ........................Vista Rm., H .................................... B’nai Israel
SATURDAY, AUGUST 23
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
noon
12:30 p.m.
1 p.m.
2 p.m.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
7 p.m.
CB Practice ..................... ..................................................... CB Operators
Trails Club Hike ................MPR 3, G .......................................... Trails Club
One Stroke Painting ...........Art Classroom & Gall., G ........... Art Association
Breathing Class ................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Saturday Play ..................MPR 2, G ...................................... Domino Club
Saturday Play ..................Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
Synchronized Swim Show ....Pool, H .............................................Swim Club
Dinner ...........................Sierra Rm., DV ...................... International Club
SUNDAY, AUGUST 24
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
10 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
noon
noon
1 p.m.
4 p.m.
4 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Open Workshop ................Art Studio Rooms, G ................. Art Association
Sunday Service ................Diablo Rm., H ........................ St. Luke’s Church
Pilgrim Sunday Service ......Vista Rm., H .................... Pilgrim Cong. Church
Cardio Mix ......................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Services ........................Peacock Hall, G. .............. Tice Valley Methodist
Sunday Service ................Delta Rm. A, B, DV ........ Hope Lutheran Church
Line Dance Club ...............Fitness Center, DV ................... Line Dance Club
Shanghai Play .................MPR 2, G ................................ World of Women
Concerts in the Park ..........Picnic Areas1-8, D .............................Rec. Dept.
Sunday Funnies................Peacock Hall, G. ................................Rec. Dept.
4th Sunday Dancers ...........Sierra Rm., DV ........................ Sunday Dancers
Sunday Funnies................Peacock Hall, G. ................................Rec. Dept.
MONDAY, AUGUST 25
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:15 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10:05 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
noon
noon
12:30 p.m.
12:30 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
1:30 p.m.
2 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
3 p.m.
5 p.m.
6:15 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
Gym Ball and Band ............Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Water Aerobics ................Pool, D ..............................................Rec. Dept.
Crafters .........................Sewing Rm., G .......................Sewing Arts Club
Hike .............................Court of Flags, G .............................. Trails Club
Open Workshop/Bill Gillis....Art Studio Rooms, G ................. Art Association
Square Dance ..................Las Trampas Rm., H ............ Square Dance Club
Great Books Discussion ......Cardroom 1, D ................................Great Books
Qi Gong Club ...................Shasta Rm., DV .........Chinese-American Assoc.
Luncheon Meeting ............Diablo Rm., H ................................Kiwanis Club
Osteoporosis Class............Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Duplicate Bridge Play ........Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
Beg./Inter. Mat Science ......Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Needle Workers ...............Sewing Rm., G .......................Sewing Arts Club
Open Workshop/Sam Field...Art Classroom & Gall., G ........... Art Association
Asian Art Series ...............Las Trampas Rm., H ..........................Rec. Dept.
Parkinson’s Group .............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Beginning Tap ..................Shasta Rm., DV ................... Happy Hoofers Tap
Zumba Gold ....................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Piano With Joyce ..............Redwood Rm., G ...............................Rec. Dept.
Flexible Yoga ..................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Dominos ........................Oak Rm. A, G ................................ Domino Club
Square Dance ..................Las Trampas Rm., H ............ Square Dance Club
Meeting .........................Delta Rm. A, DV ....................... Wellness Group
Meeting .........................Garden Rm., D.....................LDS Studies Group
Meeting .........................Delta Rm. B, DV ....................... Wellness Group
Mystery Book Club ............Eisenhower Rm., D .............. Mystery Book Club
Open AA Meeting ..............Vista Rm., H .................................... Counseling
Zumba Hot ......................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 26
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:15 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
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10 a.m.
10 a.m.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
11:30 a.m.
noon
noon
12:30 p.m.
12:45 p.m.
12:45 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
2 p.m.
2 p.m.
2:30 p.m.
Bridge Class....................Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
Ladies’ Pinochle...............MPR 2, G .................................. Pinochle/Ladies
Women’s Cribbage ............Garden Rm., D..................... Women’s Cribbage
Grace Notes ....................MPR 1, G ........................... Acalanes/Rec. Dept.
T’ai Chi Chih Beg. .............Diablo Rm., H ........................ T’ai Chi Chih Club
Gentle Yoga ....................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Cont. Tai Chi ...................Diablo Rm., H ........................ T’ai Chi Chih Club
Gait & Balance .................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Mah Jong Club .................MPR 1, 2, G ...............Chinese-American Assoc.
Duplicate Bridge 0-299 .......Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
Beginning Line Dance ........Diablo Rm., H .......................... Line Dance Club
Gait & Balance .................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Current Events .................MPR 3, G ........................... Acalanes/Rec. Dept.
Performance ...................Peacock Hall, G. ................................Rec. Dept.
Portrait Drawing ...............Art Studio & Back Rm., G .......... Art Association
Discussion ......................Ivy Rm., D ............................... Philosophy Club
Inter. Tap .......................Shasta Rm., DV ............................. Hot Flashers
Step/Cardio Mix ...............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
3 p.m.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6:15 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
7 p.m.
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Hootenanny ....................Las Trampas Rm., H .Hootenanny Musical Group
Social Dance ...................Diablo Rm., H ....................... Social Dance Club
Circuit Training ................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Partnership Bridge ............Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
Square Dancing................Diablo Rm., H ...................... Square Dance Club
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:15 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
7:30 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
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9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
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10 a.m.
10 a.m.
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11 a.m.
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noon
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1 p.m.
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7 p.m.
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7:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Trails Club Hike ................MPR 3, G .......................................... Trails Club
Knitters and Crocheters ......Sewing Rm., G .......................Sewing Arts Club
Chinese Painting/Calligraphy .Art Studio & Back Rm., G .......... Art Association
Gentle Yoga ....................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Luncheon Meeting ............Diablo Rm., H ................................. Rotary Club
Art House Movie ...............Peacock Hall, G. ................................Rec. Dept.
Bridge ...........................Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
Rehearsal ......................Las Trampas Rm., H .................. Comm. Chorus
Beg. Folk Dance ...............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Piano With Bob Coop .........Redwood Rm., G ...............................Rec. Dept.
Spanish Conversation ........Garden Rm., D.................................... La Charla
BR Dance Class ................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Muscle Conditioning ..........Fitness Center, DV ............. Acalanes/Rec. Dept.
BR Dance Class ................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Gentle Exercise ................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
Gentle Yoga ....................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Meeting .........................Vista Rm., H ..................................Camera Club
Alanon ..........................MPR 1, G ......................................... Counseling
Concert Dance .................Sierra Rm., DV ....................Dixieland Jazz Club
Rehearsal ......................Diablo Rm., H ......................................Big Band
THURSDAY, AUGUST 28
TIME
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
6 a.m.
7 a.m.
7:15 a.m.
8 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
8:45 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
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10 a.m.
10 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
11 a.m.
noon
noon
noon
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
1 p.m.
Property Tax Assistance ......Vista Rm., H ........................... Rec. Dept./AARP
Stitchers ........................Sewing Rm., G .......................Sewing Arts Club
Tennis Open Play ..............Buckeye Grove Tennis Courts ..........Tennis Club
Qi Gong .........................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Qi Gong .........................Fitness Center, DV .....Chinese-American Assoc.
Fun Day .........................Sierra Rm., DV ..................................Rec. Dept.
Lunch Meeting .................Diablo Rm., H ................................... Lions Club
Mat Science ....................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Beg. Balance Rehab ..........Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
Italian Conversation ..........MPR 3, G .............................. Ital. Convs. Group
Inter./Adv. Balance Rehab ...Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
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Calendar of events
1:15 p.m. Bridge ...........................Oak Rm. A, G ...........................................Bridge
1:30 p.m. Parkinson’s Group .............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
2 p.m.
2:30 p.m. Line Dance .....................Diablo Rm., H .......................... Line Dance Club
2:30 p.m. Step/Cardio Mix ...............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
4 p.m.
5 p.m.
5 p.m.
Picnic ...........................Picnic Area 1, 2, 3, D .............................Wet Set
5:30 p.m. Moving to Music ...............Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
6:15 p.m. Strength Yoga ..................Shasta Rm., DV .................................Rec. Dept.
6:15 p.m. Swim Lessons .................Pool, DV ............................................Rec. Dept.
6:30 p.m. Meeting .........................Diablo Rm., H ...................................Democrats
6:45 p.m. Circuit Training ................Fitness Center, DV .............................Rec. Dept.
7 p.m.
7 p.m.
7:30 p.m. AA Open Discussion ..........Garden Rm., D................................. Counseling
7:30 p.m. Sing-along ......................MPR 3, G ........................... Acalanes/Rec. Dept.
EXCURSIONS
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FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
xcursion tickets are on sale in the Administration Office at Gateway, Monday through
Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed from
noon to 1 p.m. for lunch). Cash, check, Mastercard or Visa payments can be made in person.
Mastercard or Visa payments can be taken over
the phone. Payment is due immediately upon
reservation.
Excursion participants are assumed to be
able to manage independently. Neither the
Excursion Desk nor the trip escort can accept
responsibility for residents who cannot do so.
The Excursion Desk has the right to cancel
a trip in advance for any reason. A full refund
will be given for all day-trips canceled by the
Excursion Desk. If residents cancel their personal reservations, they are guaranteed a refund
if cancelled at least fifteen days before the daytrip departure. Refunds will only be available after that time if a ticket is able to be resold.
Times listed in the news and on the ticket
are the actual time of departure. Names will be
called to board the bus 15 minutes prior to this
time. For information, call 988-7731.
DAY TRIPS.
“HAIRSPRAY”
Saturday, Aug. 23
Minimal walking
Experience the one-of-a-kind Music Circus Theater in Sacramento, where no barrier separates the audience from the story
and the music surrounds everyone. This
time we invite residents to see the Tony
Award-winning Broadway musical “Hairspray.” This musical comedy will take residents back to 1962 in Baltimore, where 16year old Tracy Turnblad sets out to dance
her way onto TV’s most popular show. Can
a big girl with even bigger hair make this
dream come true? After the show, enjoy a
hosted dinner at the Fat City Restaurant in
Old Sacramento. The bus leaves Gateway
at 12:15 p.m. and returns at 7:30. The cost
is $98.
SANTA CRUZ AND CAPITOLA
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Moderate walking
Discover all that Santa Cruz County has
to offer. First, visit the world-famous UCSC
Arboretum, featuring plant displays from
Australia, South Africa, New Zealand and
California. Dedicated staff and docents will
be on hand for the latest information. There
will be a hosted lunch at the Crow’s Nest
Restaurant, which has one of the most
spectacular waterfront views on the Monterey Bay. In the afternoon, stroll around
Capitola Village as the city gets ready for
its annual Begonia Festival. Founded in
1869, Capitola is California’s oldest seaside
resort town and still exudes its quintessential beach charm, with salt water taffy,
sandcastles and colorful beach bungalows.
The bus will leave Gateway at 9 a.m. and
will return at approximately 6 p.m. The cost
is $67.
SCOTTISH GAMES
Sunday, Aug. 31
Extensive walking
Learn about Scottish traditions and cul-
ture in an entertaining way. The San Francisco Caledonian Society holds the Scottish Gatherings and Games at the nearby
Alameda Fair Grounds in Pleasanton. This
annual event is produced entirely by volunteers from the Caledonian Club of San
Francisco. The event will include Highland
and Country dancing, piping, pipe bands,
Celtic rock, fiddling, Sheepdog trials, athletic events and storytelling. Both an admission ticket and a reserved grand stand
seat are included in the trip. The bus leaves
the front of Gateway at 11:15 a.m. and returns at approximately 7:15 p.m. The cost
is $49. Sign up soon.
WOMEN IMPRESSIONISTS
Wednesday, Sept. 3 and
Tuesday, Sept. 16
Moderate walking
The Women Impressionists exhibit, featuring Berthe Morisot, Mary Cassatt, Eva
Gonzalès and Marie Bracquemond, opens
at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco.
At the time Impressionism was born, female artists were starting to come to the
forefront of the art world. Women Impressionists breaks new ground by looking at
the work and contributions of four female
Impressionists, shown together for the
first time in the United States. Many of the
works deal with images of women – women
at home, women with family, and women at
leisure – in addition to other themes typical of Impressionism. The Excursion Desk
invites residents for a private docent tour
of the exhibit. The bus leaves Gateway at
7:30 a.m. and returns at 2:30 p.m. The cost
is $34 for FAMSF members and $46 for
nonmembers.
MONTEREY BAY AQUARIUM
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Extensive walking
The Monterey Bay Aquarium, which is
located on the site of a former sardine cannery on Cannery Row in Monterey, is one
of the largest aquariums in the world. This
award-winning exhibit has an annual attendance of 1.8 million and holds 35,000
plants and animals representing 623 species. Enjoy fun activities for all ages and
learn more about life in the oceans. Dive
into a kelp forest. Visit a coral reef kingdom, and explore a rocky shore. Rockfish,
sharks, sea otter, giant octopus and penguins call these places home. Meet them
in their magical worlds. The bus will depart
Gateway at 8 a.m. and return around 5:30
p.m. The cost is $67.
SANTA CRUZ FOLLIES
Friday, Sept. 12
Minimal walking
Travel to Santa Cruz and be entertained
by the Santa Cruz Follies cast. This year
“Lullaby of Broadway” will be presented.
This is a fast-moving musical production
that will razzle and dazzle with delightful singing, high-stepping dancing, a few
dashes of humor with original and familiar
music from Broadway shows such as “Chi-
cago,” “Gypsy,” “Smokey Joe’s Café,” “The
Lion King” and “42nd Street.” Before the
show, enjoy the hosted lunch at the El Palomar restaurant. The bus leaves Gateway at
9:15 a.m. and will return around 4:30 p.m.
Cost is $67.
SIGHTS OF SAN FRANCISCO
Monday, Sept. 22
Moderate walking optional
Join the Rossmoor Excursion Desk on
this tour, designed and lead by Rossmoor
resident Marilyn Allen. Come see some of
the sites that make San Francisco such a
popular destination. The tour stops range
from the Yerba Buena Gardens to Nob Hill,
the Embarcadero to Twin Peaks and several
notable places in between. There will be occasional stops to wander from the bus and
explore, but residents are welcome to stay
onboard. Lunch will be taken at the Beach
Chalet with its incredible view of the ocean.
The bus will leave Gateway at 8:30 a.m. and
return at 5 p.m. The cost is $59.
CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Wednesday, Sept. 24 and
Thursday, Oct. 9
Extensive walking
The Excursion Desk offers residents
the opportunity to spend a leisurely day in
Carmel. World-renowned for its European
charm, beautiful white-sand beaches and
performing arts, as well as hundreds of
shops, art galleries and restaurants, Carmel-by-the-Sea was rated a top 10 destination in the United States. Hike the trails of
Point Lobos, window shop or wander the
shore. Experience fine dining at a number of
four-star restaurants or eat al fresco at the
beach. Curate art, collect art or just covet
the art and artifacts among more than 100
galleries and antique shops. Anything from
t-shirts to Tiffany can be bought. The bus
will depart Gateway at 8 a.m. and will return
around 6 p.m. The cost is $37.
CHIHULY AT THE DE YOUNG MUSEUM
Friday, Sept. 26
Extensive walking
Due to the popularity of the Chihuly exhibit at the de Young Museum in San Francisco, the dates of the exhibition have been
extended. Residents have another chance
to see his extraordinary work. Dale Chihuly
is the most famous craft/ glass artist living today and the subject of many popular
exhibitions. The exhibition takes a broad
view of the dramatic, colorful and textured
works that generate instant international
recognition. In the tradition of the medieval
workshop or the studios of Louis Comfort
Tiffany, Chihuly uses his workshop as a
fulcrum for his creations. His counterculture roots manifest themselves in a school
that’s more akin to a commune than an institution of higher learning. Other pivotal
points of artistic inspiration are Chihuly’s
personal collections. The exhibition will
look at the artist as collector and how that
influences his work. The bus leaves Gateway at 7:30 a.m. and returns around 2:30
p.m. The cost is $34 for FAMSF members
and $46 for nonmembers.
“WILL ROGERS FOLLIES”
Saturday, Sept. 27
Minimal walking
The “Will Rogers Follies” musical will be
performed at the Lesher Center for the Arts
in Walnut Creek. Residents will be attending
the 2 p.m. performance. This Tony Awardwinning musical focuses on the life and career of famed humorist and performer Will
Rogers, and describes every episode in his
life in the form of a big production number.
The curtain rises on a follies-style tribute
to the man whose daily newspaper column
sent America on its way each morning with
a smile on its face. Rogers was a multimedia sensation, performing a weekly radio
talk show as well as starring in motion
pictures. Between rope tricks which entertain the audience while the show girls are
changing their costumes for “The Follies,”
Rogers offers his old-fashioned common
sense. The songs “Never Met a Man I Didn’t
Like” and “Give a Man Enough Rope” are
parables set to music. Rossmoor resident
Larry Crummer is in the cast. The cost is
$29.
BEHIND THE HILL SERIES AT THE S.F.
SYMPHONY 2008-2009 SEASON
Thursdays: Sept. 11, Oct. 16, Nov. 6, Feb.
5, March 19 and April 23
Enjoy the upcoming 97th season of
superb guest artists and conductors at
the San Francisco Symphony. No need to
worry about parking. The charter bus will
take residents from a convenient location
near their homes to Davies Symphony Hall.
Round-trip bus transportation is included
in the series ticket price. For information,
call Louise Shalit at 939-3774 or the Excursion Desk at 988-7731.
TIBURON
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Extensive walking
The Excursion Desk and its guests will
spend a leisurely day in the city of Tiburon.
Set against the sparkling backdrop of San
Francisco Bay, Tiburon is a picturesque,
historic town in Marin County, just north
of the Golden Gate Bridge. It is now a and
tourist town with a concentration of restaurants and shops. Walk around historic
Tiburon using the free “Walking Guide to
Historic Tiburon,” which is available at locations throughout downtown. Stroll along
the recreational trail of Richardson’s Bay.
For a short course in California history,
board the Angel Island-Tiburon Ferry for
the 10-minute boat trip to Ayala Cove, entry
to Angel Island State Park. And in Belvedere, the China Cabin is the restored Social
Saloon of the SS China (1866), a national
maritime monument with a gilded Victorian
drawing room. The bus departs Gateway at
9:30 a.m. and returns around 4 p.m. The
cost is $33.
“THE DROWSY CHAPERONE”
Thursday, Oct. 2
Minimal walking
Broadway Sacramento will present
a matinee performance of “The Drowsy
Chaperone,” the musical comedy that won
the most 2006 Tony Awards of any musical
on Broadway. It all begins when a die-hard
musical fan plays his favorite cast album, a
1928 smash hit called “The Drowsy Chaperone,” and the show magically bursts to life.
The audience will be instantly immersed
in the glamorous, hilarious tale of a celebrity bride and her uproarious wedding day,
complete with thrills and surprises that take
both the cast, literally, and the audience,
metaphorically, soaring to the rafters. The
bus will leave Gateway at noon and return
at 6 p.m. The cost is $79.
LEONARDO AT THE TECH MUSEUM
Tuesday, Oct. 7
Moderate walking
The world premiere of the largest, most
comprehensive exhibit of the innovative art,
science and engineering works of Leonardo
da Vinci and his contemporaries comes to
the Tech Museum of Innovation in San Jose.
“Leonardo: 500 years into the Future” combines over 200 artifacts, including life-size
working models, hands-on interactive machines and displays, multi-media presentations and priceless works of art. There will
also be hands-on design challenges in the
museum’s galleries based on Leonardo’s
engineering, scientific and art principles.
Residents will have an opportunity to see
how this genius of the Renaissance has influenced and inspired much of the technology in use today. Residents can also visit the
IMAX Dome Theatre for the world’s most
powerful and immersive movie experience.
The bus leaves Gateway at 9:15 a.m. and
returns at 4 p.m. The cost is $54.
BLUE ANGELS AIR SHOW
Saturday, Oct. 11
Moderate walking
Since 1981, San Francisco Fleet Week
has been an annual opportunity for
Northern Californians to honor the men
and women serving in the United States
Excursions
Navy, Coast Guard and Marines. Join the
Excursion Desk for this event, featuring
a parade of Navy ships and an air show
with the Blue Angels. Sail around the Bay
on a California Hornblower with its three
spacious salons and large sun deck. The
cruise is three hours long and includes an
onboard buffet. The bus leaves Gateway
at noon and returns at approximately 6
p.m. The cost is $105.
NEW LISTING
NOB HILL
Monday, Oct. 13
Moderate to extensive walking
Nob Hill is one of San Francisco’s signature neighborhoods, renowned for its city
landmarks and famous hotels. Tour guide
Marilyn Straka will reveal the unexpected
facets of the area. Start the adventure with
a cable car ride from California and Van
Ness to the Fairmont Hotel. Walk through
the garden behind the hotel with a view of
the penthouse suite. Explore the Silver Baron homes, Pacific Union Club, Huntington
Park and finish with the Gothic Showcase
and Grace Cathedral. The highlight of the
day is a hosted lunch at the world-famous
Top of the Mark restaurant. Located atop
the InterContinental Mark Hopkins, this
sky-lounge and restaurant affords an almost 360-degree vista of San Francisco.
Its stylish décor, airy ceilings and nuances
of rich history are also part of its appeal.
Wear comfortable shoes. The bus departs
Gateway at 9:30 a.m. and returns around
4:30 p.m. The cost is $89.
NEW LISTING
APPLE HILL
Monday, Oct. 20
Moderate to extensive walking
Visit apple ranches in the foothills of
El Dorado County. Residents will have a
snack on arrival and then learn about the
history and development of Apple Hill from
a guide. There will be a hosted lunch of
barbecue chicken, salad and apple pie a la
mode. The bus leaves Gateway at 7:30 a.m.
and returns at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $57.
EXTENDED TRIPS
person, double occupancy, is $139 ($25
single supplement). Price includes deluxe
motorcoach transpor tation, accommodations at Grand Sierra Resort, tickets to
Yakov Smirnoff, cash and food bonuses
and baggage handling. A full payment is
due with application no later than Sept.
10. Stop by the Excursion Desk for an
itinerary.
MEXICAN RIVIERA CRUISE
Oct. 31 through Nov. 10
This 10-day roundtrip cruise from San
Francisco is one of the best sellers. Residents will sail aboard the Star Princess
and visit five ports: classic Acapulco,
Puerto Vallarta, Cabo San Lucas, and
the villages of Ixtapa and Zihuantanejo.
This cruise will provide plenty of sun, fun,
music, food and excitement. Don’t miss
out—book now. Full itineraries are available at the Excursion Desk.
N
ote: Full itineraries are available at the Excursion Desk for the following vacations from
outside agencies.
COLETTE VACATIONS
GLORY AND RUINS OF THE MAYAN
CULTURE
Feb. 16 through 26
NEW YORK CITY
April 18 through 23
PREMIER WORLD DISCOVERY
LONE STAR NEW YEAR’S
Dec. 28 through Jan 2
CLASSICAL GREECE
March 25 through April 4
Book early – save $100 per person.
CANYONLANDS
March 29 through April 4
Book early – save $50 per person.
CAPE COD AND THE ISLANDS
July 12 through 18
WAITING LIST ONLY
This five-day trip to Los Angeles is a
unique chance to see the world-famous
Terra Cotta Warriors without going to
China. Bowers Museum in Santa Ana will
be the only museum in the Western United
States to exhibit the Terra Cotta Warriors.
This exhibition of 120 objects will include
20 complete life-sized terra cotta figures of
court officials, acrobats and generals. Probably the most dramatic inclusion will be
two recently discovered, half-sized bronze
chariots and life-sized bronze animals. On
this tour, residents will also visit Our Lady
of Angels Cathedral in Los Angeles, Gershwin Show at the Lawrence Welk Resort,
Union Station and Disney Concert Hall. Tour
includes deluxe bus transportation, four
nights accommodation at the Ayres Hotel in
Costa Mesa, baggage handling, nine meals,
all entrance fees, taxes and gratuities. The
cost per person, double occupancy, is $829.
A deposit of $100 is due with application.
Space is limited, so sign up early.
YAKOV SMIRNOFF IN RENO
Oct. 29 and 30
Enjoy an overnight trip to Reno, known
as “The Biggest Little City in the World.”
There will be plenty of time to play. The
highlight of this trip is an evening of laughter with Yakov Smirnoff in the Grand Sierra
Showroom. He has fresh material and offers comedic tall tales, witty perceptions,
funny facts and huge laughs. The cost per
SPECIAL EVENTS & MOVIES
T
FROM THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT
he following are the current
special events sponsored by the
Rossmoor Recreation Department.
For more information on any of these
events during the month, check the
Special Events listing on the calendar page
each week, look for the article in the Arts
and Leisure section of the News, or call
the Recreation Department at 988-7732.
Events are free unless otherwise noted.
This information is posted throughout
the month on the Rossmoor News Web
site at www.rossmoornews.com.
THURSDAY AND FRIDAY MOVIE
Thursday and Friday, Aug. 21 and 22
The 2008 comedy “Miss Pettigrew
Lives For a Day” starring Amy Adams,
will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway on Thursday and Friday at 1, 4 and 7
p.m. The showings at 1 p.m. will feature
language captions. This free program is
FUN DAY
Thursday, Aug. 21
Bobbie Quinn and her trio, featuring
Gary Neuman and Marlon Green, will
perform in the Sierra Room at Del Valle
at noon. Stay and play bingo for the benefit of Friends of Meals on Wheels after
the show. This free program is open to all
SATURDAY MOVIE
Saturday, Aug. 23
The 1957 drama “The Sun Also Rises,”
starring Tyrone Power and Ava Gardner,
will be shown in Peacock Hall at Gateway
at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 1 p.m.
will feature language captions. This film
is 130 minutes long and is not rated. This
free program is open to all residents and
their guests.
SUNDAY CONCERT IN THE PARK
Sunday, Aug. 24
Lua Hadar and her Trio will perform at
the Dollar Picnic Grounds on the Rotary
Stage at 4 p.m. This free concert is open
to all residents and their guests.
SUNDAY FUNNIES
Sunday, Aug. 24
The 1976 comedy “Murder by Death”
at 4 and 7 p.m. The showing at 4 p.m.
will feature language captions. This film
is 94 minutes long and is rated PG. This
their guests.
ASIAN ART SERIES
Monday, Aug. 25
Sally Kirby will discuss “Japanese Wood
Block Prints” in the Las Trampas Room at
Hillside at 1:30 p.m. This free program is
BONNIE WEISS: SONG AND DANCE MEN
OF THE SILVER SCREEN
Tuesday, Aug. 26
Bonnie Weiss will discuss the musical
career of Fred Astaire at 1 p.m. in Peacock
Hall at Gateway. This free program is open
to all residents and their guests.
ART HOUSE MOVIE: “CARAMEL”
Wednesday, Aug. 27
The 2007 Lebanese comedy “Caramel”
at 1, 4 and 7 p.m. All showings will feature
English language captions as the language
spoken in this film is Lebanese. This film
is 96 minutes long and is rated PG. This
their guests.
LAWRENCE BEAMEN: THE LEGACY AND
SONGS OF PAUL ROBESON
Friday, Sept. 5
Lawrence Beamen will present his musical tribute to the legacy and songs of
Paul Robeson on Friday at 7 p.m. in the
Sierra Room at Del Valle. Tickets for this
event are $10 and may be purchased in
advance at the Excursion Desk or at the
door. Juice and light snacks will be provided. This event is open to all residents
and their guests.
CLUB TRIPS
Prices do not include airport shuttle service,
which must be paid to GRF at final payment.
CHINA’S TERRA COTTA WARRIORS
Sept. 15 through 19
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T
he trips listed below are sponsored by Ross-moor
clubs and organizations and not by the Recreation
Department. The trips are open to all Rossmoor
residents, not just members of the specific club. For
information, contact the person listed with each trip.
Do not contact the Recreation Department.
Rossmoor clubs and organizations wishing to
be included in this column must submit a typewritten article to the News by Wednesday at 4:30
p.m. Due to space restrictions, the News reserves
the right to edit or delete the articles.
30s/40s GO TO CACHE CREEK
Monday, Aug. 18
Members of 30s/40s Club, their guests
and other Rossmoor residents are invited to
join a day-trip to Cache Creek Casino for gambling and lunch at the casino’s buffet, or at
one of several other restaurants. The group
will board the bus at Gateway Clubhouse
at 8:30 a.m. and arrive at the casino at approximately 10:15. Participants will be given
coupons for $5 cash, $5 table game match
play, and $2 for food. A valid driver’s license
or players’ card is necessary to receive the
cash coupons. The group will re-assemble
for the return trip at 3:30 p.m. and arrive back
at Rossmoor at approximately 5:30. The trip
cost will be $20 per person. Send checks,
payable to “30s/40s Club,” to Philip Magen
at 2217 Pine Knoll Drive No. 1. Call Philip or
Helene Magen at 256-6548 for information.
CACHE CREEK CASINO WITH ORT
Tuesday, Sept. 2
The group leaves Gateway at 9:30 a.m.
and returns at 4:30 p.m. The cost is $31,
FROM ROSSMOOR CLUBS
complete with $5 cash for casino, free
match and $2 for food. For bonus points,
tell cashier if it’s your birthday month. All
trips are open to the community. To reserve
a spot, make checks payable to P. JacobsORT and mail them to P. Jacobs, 1537 Canyonwood Court No. 7. For information, call
Jacobs at 932-8229.
THUNDER VALLEY CASINO
Monday, Sept. 8
The City of Hope will take another trip
to Thunder Valley Casino. The cost is
$32.50, including driver’s gratuity. Play
bingo aboard the bus with fun prizes. Receive casino bonuses on arrival. The bus
leaves Gateway at 9 a.m. and returns at 5
p.m. All are welcome; bring friends. For reservations, call Lynne Keefer at 945-7665.
Mail checks, payable to the City of Hope, to
Keefer at 1950 Tice Valley Blvd.
OPERA CLUB GOES TO SAN FRANCISCO
OPERA
Tuesday, Sept. 9 and Saturday, Sept. 20
The newly formed Opera Club will purchase tickets at the San Francisco Opera
with a 15 to 30 percent discount on any
ticket. The club plans to attend “Simon Boccanegra” on Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. and the
“Bonesetter’s Daughter” for a matinee on
Sept. 20 at 2 p.m. If interested, send an email to Paula Tint at paulatint@sbcglobal.
net and provide a name, contact e-mail, the
opera and number of tickets.
“THE WILL ROGERS FOLLIES”
Saturday, Sept. 13
The New York /New Jersey Club has a
limited number of tickets available for the
matinee performance at 2 p.m. Members
will meet in front of Gateway Clubhouse at
1:15 and will return to Rossmoor immediately after the show. The cost is $35 for
members and $40 for nonmembers. This
includes round-trip transportation and tickets. Send checks, made payable to the NY/
NJ Club, to Ed Berman at 2956 Tice Creek
Drive No. 2. For information, call Berman at
280-0658.
RENO WITH ORT
Monday and Tuesday, Sept. 22 and 23
The group will leave Gateway on Tice
Creek Drive at 9 a.m. There will be a nohost breakfast at Denny’s in Rocklin. The
first stop will be at the Nugget for four
hours. Guests will receive $8 cash and $2
for food. The group will then stay overnight
at the Silver Legacy. The cost is $83 for a
double and $97 for a single, tips included.
All rooms are non-smoking. Guests will
receive $5 cash and $3 for food. The next
day four hours will be spent in Boomtown,
where guests will receive $5 cash. The trip
home is nonstop. The reservation deadline
will be held firm at Monday, Sept. 8. Make
checks payable to P.Jacobs-ORT and mail
them to Phyllis Jacobs, 1537 Canyonwood
Court No. 7. For information, call Jacobs at
932-8229.
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Computer Club’s September schedule is announced
By Jim Bradley
Club correspondent
With summer ending, it’s likely that
residents are planning their calendars
for the fall. Computer Club classes and
seminars in personal computers, and
the programs related to them, resume in
September.
The unmatched convenience of locale
together with the careful selection of
senior-sensitive instructors have helped
many seniors become computer literate.
Printed schedules showing what’s
available from September through January are available at the Computer Center
in Gateway Clubhouse. Now is a good
time to register. It’s easily done at the
center.
The club reminds everyone that classes are six two-hour sessions for a total of
12 hours. A seminar is a single two-hour
period that focuses on a special topic.
The cost for classes is $30 for club
members and $45 for non-members;
seminars are $15 for everyone. They are
held in two fully equipped classrooms
located adjacent to the Del Valle Clubhouse at the Acalanes Adult Education
Center.
There are 16 classes and 20 seminars
offered from September through Janu-
ary – something for everyone. Here is
the schedule for September:
Five classes begin in September. The
first is “Internet and E-mail,” starting on
Monday, Sept. 8, continuing each Monday thereafter from 1 to 3 p.m. and ends
Oct. 20.
The second two begin on Tuesday,
Sept. 9. “Beginners 1” will be held on
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to
noon, ending Sept. 25. The other class is
“Excel 1” and it meets from 1 to 3 p.m.
every Tuesday and Thursday, also ending on Sept. 25.
On Tuesday, Sept. 16, “Word 1” begins
and meets every Tuesday and Thursday
thereafter from 1 to 3 p.m. through Oct. 2.
The final class is “Digital Photo 1.” It
starts Sept. 29, meets every Monday and
Thursday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. through
Oct. 20 and is slightly different in that
there are five sessions, each session being for 2 ½ hours.
There are four seminars and all are
offered in the same week of September.
Two meet on the Tuesday, Sept. 9, and
two are held on Thursday, Sept. 11.
On Sept. 9, “Vista” and “Great Web
Sites” are presented. “Vista” meets from
10 a.m. to noon and “Great Web Sites”
meets from 1 to 3 p.m.
“Intro to Genealogy” and “Back Up
Your Computer” are held on Sept. 11,
with “Intro” meeting from 10 a.m. to
noon and “Back Up” from 1 to 3 p.m.
Other matters of interest
• The experiment of keeping the Computer Center at Gateway open on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon continues
through August with Jerry Geller volunteering his time.
• The club is actively seeking volunteers for the Computer Center. Each shift
is for two hours, morning or afternoon,
Monday through Friday. There are two
volunteers a shift. Those interested can
stop by the Computer Center or call the
office at the number below.
• Telephone numbers: office/classrooms – 280-3984; Computer Center
– 947-4528.
• The club’s Web site is www.rossmoorcomputerclub.com. Check it for
schedules of classes and seminars.
• E-mail is [email protected].
• Residents should have an active, current antivirus and firewall when using
any public Wi-Fi hotspot.
• Retired teachers with experience in
computers, and who would like to teach
again, should call the club at 280-3984.
• In keeping with prior years, no classes or seminars are scheduled for August.
They begin again in September.
The Connection hears from Counseling Services
The Connection will resume meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 2, in
the Delta Room at Del Valle Clubhouse. Coordinator of Counseling Services Priscilla Tudor will speak on the range of services
that the department provides to Rossmoor residents.
The Connection is an organization whose purpose is to
provide a means of establishing friendships and to promote
social activities among women in Rossmoor. The club offers
activities that appeal to many tastes and lifestyles. These include bridge (marathon and social), Connecting with Books,
Film Buffs, the dinner group, holiday get-together, and theater group. Members are also encouraged to form new special
interest groups.
The general meeting is held on the first Tuesday of every
month (except in August) in the Delta Room at Del Valle.
Exceptions to time and place are announced in the monthly
newsletter and the News.
Light refreshments are provided and members are encouraged to socialize, share books and support the charity outreach
program by buying senior BART tickets. These tickets have been
purchased for sale through donated tickets with small remainderfare amounts.
Membership is open to women of Rossmoor and the annual
fee is $16, due each year on July 1, which entitles members to
participate in all the above groups and to receive the monthly
Connection newsletter and the club directory.
For information, contact Marion Kass at 934-4204.
Atheists and
Agnostics hear
about religion
and government
The relationship between
government and religion is often in the news of late and that
is the subject of the next meeting of the Atheists and Agnostics Group, which will be held
Thursday, Aug. 21, at 3 p.m. in
the Delta Room at Del Valle
Clubhouse.
In August 2003, San Francisco’s Community Access Channel aired a program called “Religiously Incorrect,” in which
the guest was Burt Bogardus.
Host of the program Ken Miller and First Amendment advocate Bogardus explored several
church-state topics, including
an overview of the Constitutional separation of religion and
government, religious chaplains, and how God intruded
into the country’s money, flag
salute, and national motto.
Bogardus is a long-term
member of the Atheists and
Agnostics Group and a passionate protector of the separation of church and state. He
will show several video segments of the program in which
he appeared and pause for discussion between them.
As usual, visitors are welcome.
Redwood Room
takes donations
Residents are reminded that
the magazines in the Redwood
Room at Gateway are there for
all to enjoy. Please, do not take
the magazines from the Redwood Room. The magazine
corner accepts magazines, but
only current issues, please.
ARTS & LEISURE
BANKHEAD THEATER at the Livermore Performing
Arts Center presents the New York production of the
Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice musical, “Joseph and
the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat,” Aug. 22, 23 and 24 at
the theater, 2400 First St., Livermore. The musical is a lively
interpretation of the biblical story of Joseph of Canaan and
features headline stars from Broadway. Call 373-6800.
BEDFORD GALLERY sponsors Culture Plus Cocktails
on Aug. 28 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the gallery, located in
the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut
Creek. Guests 21 and older may enjoy drink specials and
entertainment while viewing art work, which will be
for sale at a 20 percent discount. Admission is free to
exhibiting artists, Friends of the Bedford and members of
the Diablo Regional Arts Association. The cost to others
is $7. Call 295-1417 or go to www.bedfordgallery.org.
BEDFORD GALLERY presents Art Morning, a talk
by curator Carrie Lederer and some artists from the
gallery’s exhibit, “Local Voice: Defining Community
through Art.” The event is Aug. 27 at 10 a.m. at the
gallery in the Lesher Center for the Arts, 1601 Civic
Drive in Walnut Creek. Reservations are required. A $5
donation is requested. Call 295-1417.
BELASCO THEATER COMPANY presents “The
Wiz,” a hip version of the “Wonderful Wizard of Oz,”
through Aug. 22 at the Malonga Arts Center, 1428 Alice
St., Oakland. The company is a youth theater training and
performance group. Tickets are $10 to $20. Call 284-9544.
CENTER REPERTORY COMPANY presents “Ain’t
Misbehavin’,” the Fats Waller musical show, from Sept.
4 through Oct. 11, at the Lesher Center for the Arts in
Walnut Creek. Featuring the music of Thomas “Fats”
Waller, this show is a swinging, rollicking and fingersnapping tribute to the African-American musicians
of the 1920s and 1930s who were part of the Harlem
AROUND THE BAY AREA
Renaissance. For tickets and show times, go to www.
centerrep.org or call 943-7469.
COMMONWEALTH CLUB Forum presents “Israeli
Cuisine” with Rebecca Ets-Hokin, a culinary professional,
teacher and writer, who will demonstrate and share the
multi-ethnic food of Israel, on Thursday, Aug. 21, at 6
p.m. The Commonwealth Club is located at 595 Market
St., San Francisco. To register, call 415-597-6705.
CONTRA COSTA MUSICAL THEATER presents
“The Best of Broadway” in concert, featuring six singers,
Aug. 21 and 22 at 8 p.m. and Aug. 23 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.
at the Lesher Center for the Arts. For tickets, go to www.
lesherartscenter.org or call 943-7469.
DIABLO LIGHT OPERA COMPANY presents
“Will Rogers Follies, A Life in Revue,” from Aug. 29
through Sept. 27, at the Lesher Center for the Arts in
Walnut Creek. This is a nonstop, high-energy musical
that celebrates America and one of the most beloved
entertainment icons. For tickets and times of the show, go
to www.lesherartscenter.org or call 943-7469.
GREAT
PIANO
MASTERWORKS
presents
Gregory Taboloff performing Schumann’s “Carnaval,”
Beethoven’s “Appassionata,” Chopin’s “Etude,” and
Debussy’s “Preludes Book 1” among others on Saturday,
Aug. 30, at 2:30 p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts in
Walnut Creek. Tickets are $25 for seniors. For tickets, go
to www.lesherartscenter.org or call 943-7469.
MASQUERS PLAYHOUSE presents “The Petrified
Forest,” a story about love and sacrifice, Aug. 22 through
Sept. 27 at the Masquers Playhouse, 105 Park Place in Pt.
Richmond. Call 510-232-4031 or go to masquers.org.
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH presents a stage
reading of “Missing Pieces” Sunday, Aug. 24, at 6 p.m. at
the church, 3201 Camino Tassajara, Danville. This is the
story of a 15-year-old girl who learns through magical
moments with her Alzheimer’s-stricken grandmother
to recognize her own potential. Admission is free. Call
648-7000 to reserve a seat.
ROLE PLAYERS ENSEMBLE in Danville presents a
Black Box production of the Tony-Award-winning drama,
“Honour,” by Australian playwright Joanna MurraySmith on Saturdays, Sept. 6 and 13, at 8 p.m. and Sundays,
Sept. 7 and 14, at 3 p.m. at Danville’s Town meeting Hall,
201 Front Street. “Honour” looks at the dissolution of a
marriage and the way this event affects the lives of those
involved. For tickets, at $10 each, call 820-1278 or go to
the Web site at www.danvilletheatre.com.
TOWN HALL THEATRE COMPANY presents “The
Graduate” from Sept. 13 through Oct. 11, Thursday,
Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. There are also Sunday
matinees on Sept. 21 and 28 at 2 p.m. This is the story of
Ben, whose future looks bright to everyone but him and
who has and affair with the wife (Mrs. Robinson) of his
father’s business partner. Town Hall is located at 3535
School Street at Moraga Road in Lafayette. Tickets range
from $25 to $32. Call 283-1557 or go to the Web site at
www.thtc.org.
WALNUT CREEK HONDA AND OAKLAND
ACURA present “Judy, Judy, Judy,” a cabaret tribute to
the songs of Judy Garland, Aug, 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 and
31, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2:15
p.m. at the Lesher Center for the Arts in Walnut Creek.
The show will feature Tielle Baker, musical theater and
opera star; Pamela Brooks, international pops symphony
artist; and ML Parr, Emmy-Award-featured singer and
actress. Songs in the tribute include “Come Rain or
Come Shine” and “The Man That Got Away.” Tickets are
$22 for seniors. For tickets, go to www.lesherartscenter.
org or call 943-7469.
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TV GUIDE FOR CHANNEL 28
R O S S M O O R C O M M U N I T Y C H A N N E L 28
Programs running from Aug. 21 through 27
The following programs are all scheduled to be broadcast this
week on Channel 28.
■ Post It! is a community bulletin board that allows residents to view
activities within Rossmoor, including trips, movies and club events.
This program runs between other programs when possible.
■ Classic Arts Showcase includes video samplings of animation,
architectural art, ballet, chamber and choral music, dance, folk art,
museum art, musical theater, opera, orchestral, recital, solo instrumental, solo vocal, and theatrical performances, as well as classic film
and archival documentaries.
Photo by Joe Oliver
■ Fitness Fun. Exercise. 30 minutes. This program is scheduled
every day at 9 a.m. The program changes daily to vary the exercises.
Nature
Association
reports results
on bluebird
nesting season
■ Writers Club. Reading of creative writing. 50 minutes.
The Rossmoor Writers Club each month reads stories created by their
members for the enjoyment of the community. This month Roger
O’Connor reads a chapter from his upcoming novel “Delta Gold.”
The second reader, Marjorie Kimbal, shares her thoughts on the
power of words, believing they affect people’s attitudes and beliefs.
Her story is titled “What’s that you Say?”
A bluebird on the golf course
The Rossmoor Nature Association (RNA) is currently
monitoring over 60 nest boxes located on the combined
Rossmoor golf courses. This
work is performed every Monday from March through July
(when the golf courses are
open for walking).
Although the main objective of the project is to promote
the recovery of the endangered
western bluebird, a few other
bird species also avail themselves of the nest boxes that
are provided. Since the nesting
seasons of these other birds
don’t quite overlap that of the
bluebird, no birds are evicted
from the boxes.
The RNA thanks its volunteer “bluebird boosters” for
doing another fine job this
year. Of course, the birds do
the bulk of the work (building
nests, laying eggs and hatching
chicks), but the volunteer monitors do all they can to provide
the birds with a suitable environment and keep them safe
from predators.
The final statistics for chicks
fledged in 2008 are as follows:
78 western bluebirds, 43 oak
titmice and 22 violet-green
swallows.
It’s been a good season and
the RNA is honored to be carrying on the work that was begun
35 years ago by its esteemed
mentor, Don Yoder, who passed
away this year on July 9.
To honor Yoder’s memory,
the trail has been officially renamed the Don Yoder Memorial Bluebird Trail. His guidance
will certainly be missed.
The Rossmoor Nature Association conducts a guided
bird walk on the third Monday
of every month at 9 a.m. These
walks generally begin from the
Creekside parking lot.
The group also occasionally
presents general-interest nature programs throughout the
year with time and date to be
announced in the News.
RNA, contact Bob Carlton
at 280-8129 or via e-mail at
[email protected].
■ “Management of Polyps and Cancers of the Colon and Rectum.” Health. 1 hour, 30 minutes.
Dr. Samuel Oommen is a general colon and rectal surgeon at John
Muir Medical Center. He is a recognized pioneer in minimally invasive surgical techniques (laparoscopic) and teaches this technique to
surgeons nationwide. Diseases of the colon and rectal area, particularly cancer, are common in the elderly. Early detection and surgical
treatment can result in cures and/or significantly prolong survival.
■ “Annie Freeman’s Fabulous Traveling Funeral.” Book/author.
50 minutes.
Kris Radish offers an exciting book with a different look at life. Radish
starts the book with a UPS package containing a pair of red sneakers
filled with ashes and note. Annie Freeman has left a final request: a traveling funeral across the states with her five best friends as pallbearers.
This book brings laughter and tears and closure to the remaining five.
■ Veterans History Project. Interviews. 58 minutes.
Stories from World War II featuring interview of Woody Spears,
captain in the U.S. Army Air Corps and fighter pilot; and William
Kalan, first lieutenant in the U.S. Army Air Corps and B-24 pilot.
The interviews for the Veterans History Project were taped and edited
by the Rossmoor Video Club.
■ Jack Convery and his banjo. Banjo music. 60 minutes.
Jack Convery not only plays the banjo, but is successful as a guitarist
and sings as well. His repertoire of lively material includes timeless
jazz classics, novelty show stoppers and country pop and bluegrass
standards arranged for the banjo. Convery has won the title United
Artists Best Banjoist of Northern California. He’s played with some
of the legends as Crosby, Como and Nelson and was band director of
the 49ers band from 1987 through 2005.
■ Lions Club Luau. Dance. 45 minutes.
Lions Club annual outdoor event is an old-fashioned Hawaiian
festivity highlighting the beautiful movements of island dancers. A lively Polynesian dance show under the direction of Marie
Machado performs. The members are from several dance schools
performing hula, Tahiti, Samoa and Maori dances, wearing their
local costumes and floral accessories. The final dance troupe is the
Tamura with audience participation.
■ Keep on Walking. Health. 60 minutes.
Dr. Cecile Shepard, a podiatrist affiliated with John Muir Physician
Network and John Muir Outpatient at Rossmoor, gives a lecture on
feet. For information about the best shoes to buy or an infected toenail, Shepard has answers.
■ “Goddess of Happiness.” Book/author. 45 minutes.
“The Goddess of Happiness” is a down-to-earth guide for heavenly
balance and bliss, according to author Debbie Gisonni. She tells why
happiness should be first on the “to-do” list. With her 10-question
quiz, 220 practical suggestions, 44 affirmations and another 44 pages
to journal, her book will help the readers discover how to create harmony in their lives.
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Thu
8-21
Fri
8-22
Sat
8-23
Sun
8-24
Mon
8-25
Tues
8-26
6 a.m.
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
6:30 a.m.
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
7 a.m.
Veterns History
Post It
Polyps & Cancer
Post It
Post It
Post It
7:30
Post It
Classic Arts
Luau
Annie Freeman
8 a.m.
Post It
Writers Club
Post It
8:30 a.m.
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
9 a.m.
Keep Fit
Keep Fit
Keep Fit
Keep Fit
Keep Fit
Keep Fit
9:30 a.m.
Writers Club Polyps & Cancer
Luau
Jack Convery
Veterns History Keep on Walking
10 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Post It
Annie Freeman
Post It
Goddess
Post It
11 a.m.
Keep on Walking Veterns History
Polyps & Cancer
Writers Club
11:30 a.m.
Post It
Post It
Noon
Polyps & Cancer Annie Freeman
Writers Club
Jack Convery Polyps & Cancer
12:30 p.m.
Veterns History
1 p.m.
Post It
Post It
Post It
1:30 p.m.
Jack Convery
Post It
Post It
Luau
Luau
Veterns History
2 p.m.
Keep on Walking
Post It
2:30 p.m.
Post It
Jack Convery
Post It
Keep on Walking Jack Convery
3 p.m.
Luau
Post It
Goddess
3:30 p.m.
Goddess
Post It
Post It
Post It
4 p.m.
Veterns History
Veterns History
Writers Club
Annie Freeman
Luau
4:30 p.m.
Post It
5 p.m.
Post It
Post It
Keep on Walking Keep on Walking
Post It
Post It
5:30 p.m.
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
6 p.m.
Annie Freeman
Luau
Post It
Post It
Polyps & Cancer
Goddess
6:30 p.m.
Post It
Annie Freeman
7 p.m.
Classic Arts
Post It
Polyps & Cancer
Post It
7:30 p.m.
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
8 p.m.
Goddess
Jack Convery
Classic Arts
Writers Club
Classic Arts
8:30 p.m.
Post It
9 p.m.
Classic Arts
Classic Arts
Classic Arts
Classic Arts
Classic Arts
Classic Arts
Wed
8-27
Post It
Post It
Post It
Post It
Jack Convery
Keep Fit
Annie Freeman
Post It
Classic Arts
Post It
Luau
Keep on Walking
Post It
Post It
Veterns History
Polyps & Cancer
Post It
Writers Club
Goddess
Classic Arts
Classic Arts
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RELIGION
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
LUTHERAN
Hope Lutheran Church of Rossmoor invites all
to gather for worship, celebrating God’s invitation to
be lifted up in this week’s lessons. This Sunday, Aug.
24, Eric Luedtke debuts as pastor. The Gospel lesson
for the day is Matthew 16:13-20; the revelation of God
comes with the recognition of God’s love and mercy.
Hope gathers in the Delta Room at Del Valle Clubhouse Sundays at 11 a.m. for worship. Come see how
a meeting room gets transformed into a warm and
friendly space for worship and fellowship. Rossmoor
Dial-A-Bus delivers attendees to the Del Valle dropoff loop outside the Delta Room. Large-print bulletins
and hearing aid T-coil complement the accessibility
of worship at Hope. Arrive early for extra fellowship.
For information and pastoral concerns, contact Pastor
Kurt Hoover at 932-1955, ext 122.
EPISCOPAL
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church invites all Rossmoor
residents to a service of “caring and sharing through
inspirational worship and fellowship” on Sunday,
Aug. 24, at 10 a.m. in the Diablo Room at Hillside
Clubhouse. On this 15th Sunday after Pentecost, Rev.
Tim Christoffersen will preach a sermon based on
Matthew 16:13-20 titled, “Do Not Be Conformed to
this World.” The service includes Sung Holy Eucharist; all are welcome to participate fully, and to enjoy
refreshments and fellowship at the coffee hour that
follows.
METHODIST
Tice Valley United Methodist Church invites all
Rossmoor residents and guests to the weekly Sunday
worship service at 11 a.m. in Peacock Hall. Bible studies precede worship at 10 a.m. in Multipurpose Room
3. Sunday worship is wheelchair accessible with largeprint bulletins and aids for hearing. During July and
August, Rev. Joanne Peterson will give an eight-week
sermon series on the 23rd Psalm, “The Shepherd’s
Psalm for a Suburban Summer.” The sermon title for
Sunday, Aug. 24, is “Goodness and Mercy Always.”
After worship, worshipers are invited to stay for fellowship and light refreshments in the Fireside Room.
Everyone who comes is greeted with “open hearts,
open minds and open doors.” For information, call the
church office at 937-4535, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday
through Friday.
the Library to participate in the video-based class,
“Lost Christianities.”
There is a lot going on at Grace Church on
Wednesdays. Exercise with El is at 9 a.m., which
offers easy movements and stretches that bring
greater strength and balance to the participants.
At 10 a.m. there is Bible Study in the Library with
Rev. Reaber. The passages for the upcoming Sunday are read and discussed. At 1 p.m. a free bridge
class is offered. Newcomers will find a welcoming
and encouraging greeting.
CATHOLIC
St. Anne’s Catholic Church Masses for this week
will be on Saturday, Aug. 23, (Vigil) at 5 p.m. and
Sunday, Aug. 24, at 9 and 11:15 a.m. Father Joseph
will preach at the 5 p.m. and 11:15 a.m. Masses, and
Monsignor John McCracken at the 9 a.m. Mass. The
weekday Masses are at 8 a.m. and Saturday’s morning
Mass is at 9. The Rosary is recited before the weekday
Masses. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament is every
Thursday from 8:30 a.m. until noon. Confessions are
every Saturday from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
JEWISH
B’nai Israel Congregation will hold Sabbath services on Friday, Aug. 22, at 8 p.m. in the Vista Room,
Hillside Clubhouse. The chazaneet will be Judy Finkel. The hostesses for the evening will be Nita Mosseman and Jane Spector, who will recite the blessing
over the Sabbath candles. The greeters will be Adele
and George Lederman, who will recite the blessing
over the Sabbath bread. There will be a special guest
speaker, Barbara Ruffner, who will speak on “Remembering the Peace Ribbon.” A social will follow.
All are welcome.
PRESBYTERIAN
Grace Presbyterian Church invites all to the worship service on Sunday, Aug. 24, at 10 a.m. Worship
will be led by Grace’s youth group WHAM. WHAM
stands for “We Have a Mission … to serve those who
are vulnerable.” In July, six teenagers and three adults
(WHAM) went on a mini-mission trip with the focus on feeding the hungry. WHAM will explore this
theme through the scripture Micah 6:8 and Matthew
25:31-46. WHAM will also be providing special music during the service. At 11:20 a.m. people gather in
CONGREGATIONAL
“Gifts of Grace” will be the topic of the sermon
by visiting minister Patricia Woods as the Rossmoor
Pilgrim Congregational Church gathers for worship
on Sunday, Aug. 24, at 10:30 a.m. in the Vista Room
of Hillside Clubhouse. The scripture will be Exodus
1: 18-22, read by Donna Clevenger. A cordial invitation is extended to all to participate in the activities
of Pilgrim Congregational Church, where everyone
is welcome. Coffee and cookies will be served after
the service.
Rossmoor Bible Study returns in September
The Rossmoor Bible Study,
the longest functioning group
of its kind in Rossmoor, will
reconvene after a summer
break on Thursday, Sept. 4, at
Dollar Clubhouse.
This will be a 10-week
study that will examine I and
II Thessalonians, the two letters the apostle Paul wrote to
a church he founded at Thessalonica.
Thessalonica was named
after the half-sister of the famous Alexander the Great and
was one of the most important
cities in what is now Greece.
In Biblical times, however, it
was part of the Roman Empire. These two letters reflect
RELIGIOUS SERVICES
A T
on life in the earliest Christian
communities and give insights
into Biblical Christianity during the first century.
This is a nondenominational
study of the Bible. It’s not necessary to have a background
in the Bible to be part of this
study.
Pastor Earle Fries has led
these sessions for a number of
years.
Sessions begin at 9 a.m. with
small-group discussions lasting about 45 minutes. Hymns
are sung until 10 at which time
Fries lectures until 10:40.
Light refreshments and fellowship are available afterwards.
For information, call Jim
Williams at 934-0594, Don
Pugh at 210-0120 or Jim Bradley at 944-8748.
R O S S M O O R
BʼNAI ISRAEL CONGREGATION
Friday Evening Service 8 p.m.
Vista Room–Hillside Clubhouse
For information call
932-4592 or 274-0304
HOPE LUTHERAN CHURCH
Worship: 11 a.m. each Sunday
Delta Room, Del Valle Clubhouse
For info, call the church office: 932-1955
Or Mary Ann of Rossmoor: 934-8541
GRACE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
2100 Tice Valley Blvd. at Rossmoor Prkwy.
935-2100
Sundays: Worship 10 a.m.,
Pastors: Roger Reaber, Charie B. Reid
ST. ANNEʼS CATHOLIC CHURCH
Sunday Masses 9:00 & 11:15 a.m.
Sat. 5 p.m., Weekdays 8 a.m.
Confessions Sat. 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Father Joseph Parekkatt
1600 Rossmoor Prkwy. 932-2324
ROSSMOOR PILGRIM
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
10:30 a.m. each Sunday
The Vista Room, Hillside
Rev. Robert Howell … 925-256-8865
TICE VALLEY
UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Services every Sunday at 11 a.m.
in Peacock Hall at Gateway
Rev. Joanne Peterson • 937-4535
New Office: 1944 Tice Valley Blvd.
ST. LUKEʼS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
Service 10 a.m.,
Diablo Room, Hillside,
Interim Rector: the Rev. Anne Cox Bailey
937-4820 (Office)
TO ADVERTISE YOUR
RELIGIOUS SERVICES,
CALL DARLENE
AT 988-7809
N E A R B Y
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST, SCIENTIST
#2 Eckley Lane, Walnut Creek (corner of Eckley Lane and Walnut Blvd.)
Sunday 9:30 and 11 a.m. • Wednesday Evening 7:30 p.m. 934-4527
ST. ANSELMʼS EPISCOPAL CHURCH
682 Michael Lane, Lafayette
www.stanselms.ws
L on Olympic Bl. – L on Reliez Station Rd. to Glenside – L. on Michael Ln.
Sunday Worship: 8:00 and 10:00 AM
284-7420 (Office)
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Home Bible
studies planned
through Grace
Grace Presbyterian Church
will sponsor an eight-week Disciple Bible Study series, “Invitation to the New Testament,”
in Rossmoor manors in September, October, and the first
week of November. The group
will meet on Tuesdays, from
1:30 to 3 p.m. at Aline Wilson’s
on Golden Rain Road, Entry 3,
and on Thursdays, from 1:30
to 3 p.m. at Dulcie Blume’s on
Canyonwood, Entry 3.
This in-depth study takes
the Gospel of Matthew as a
starting point to explore “Who
is Jesus and what is his significance for one’s life?”
This study offers biblical
scholarship via a 10-minute
video presentation; group discussion; a second video of an
informal, unscripted, roundtable conversation between
the authors of the study and a
guest scholar; and considering
how the week’s readings relate
to Christian discipleship.
An orientation meeting in
early September precedes the
series, for introductions, clarifying expectations, distributing materials and reviewing
the upcoming week’s assignment.
The participant’s guide is
$10, available at Grace Presbyterian Church office on Tice
Valley Blvd., just east of the
Rossmoor gates. For information, contact Pastor Charie
Reid, 935-2100.
IN MEMORIAM
BETTY LOU BEHRMAN
Betty Lou Behrman, a 91year-old California native, died
on July 31 after a sudden onset
of complications from chronic
heart failure. She enjoyed a
full and active life.
She spent her early life in
the Imperial Valley, moving to
Salinas and graduating from
Salinas High School. She met
Jack Behrman while in high
school. After completing two
years of schooling at Pomona
College and Hartnell College, she and Jack married in
1937. They lived in many cities
throughout California.
They moved to Rossmoor
in 1975 when Jack retired. She
continued to work for Alameda
County until she retired in 1982.
They traveled throughout the
world, visiting Mexico, China,
Sweden, Norway, Russia, England, France, and other countries
for several years after retirement
until he died in 1993.
She participated in and
held offices in the Rossmoor
Federated Women’s Club, the
Past President’s Assembly, the
Golden State Club, the Antiques Club, the Parliamentary
Law Club, the Gourmet Club
of Federated Women and the
Historical Society.
She is survived by her
daughter, Mary Lou GriffinCulver, and son-in-law, John
Culver; her son, George Behrman, and daughter-in-law,
Deborah Behrman; her daughter-in-law, Barbara Behrman;
four grandchildren, seven
great-grandchildren and one
great-great grandchild.
A celebration of life ceremony will be held Saturday,
Aug. 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
at Dollar Clubhouse. Those
who plan to attend should contact Barbara Behrman at (510)
490-3012.
URSULA GRACE
HEITMEYER
Services for Ursula Grace
Heitmeyer, who died on Aug. 9,
will be held Thursday, Aug. 21,
at 11 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church,
just outside of Rossmoor. A reception will follow.
DORIS KELLOGG
Doris Kellogg, age 86, died
Aug. 2. She was born on Sept.
11, 1921, in Cleveland, Ohio.
In 1942, she married Harry
W. Kellogg, Sr. After the war,
the family settled in Palo Alto
where they raised their three
children. She had a love for
sports. She was a great golfer
and often shot in the mid-80s.
She shot two hole-in-ones in
the same year.
She did volunteer work at
Stanford Hospital and the Allied Arts Guild.
She started a real estate career, with Monterey Bay Properties in Capitola and later with
Rossmoor Realty. Her husband,
Harry Sr., died in 1987 after 45
years of marriage. Shortly after,
she moved to Rossmoor and then
to Sun City, Roseville, where
she continued to enjoy golfing
and playing bridge. She became
reacquainted with a longtime
friend, David Hughes, and they
spent 16 years together RV’ing.
She is preceded in death
by Harry Sr., and her brothers
Richard and George. She is survived by her partner David, her
three children, Harry Jr., Geoff
and Elaine; her four grandchil-
dren and her two great granddaughters. She is also survived
by her sister, Lois, her daughter-in-law, Linda and her many
nieces and nephews.
A private memorial service
has been held. To contact family, e-mail Geoff Kellogg at
[email protected].
Memorial gifts can be made
to D. Craig Miller, M.D., Stanford School of Medicine, Department of Cardiothoracic
Surgery, Falk Cardiovascular
Research Center, Cardiovascular Surgery Academic Fund,
300 Pasteur Drive, Stanford,
CA 94305-5407.
JOSEPH N. ROTHWAY
Joseph Rothway, 94, a retired chemical testing engineer at Cal Trans and former
Rossmoor resident, died on
Aug. 1, in Walnut Creek. The
native of Poland lived in the
Bay Area and Fair Oaks for
43 years prior to moving to
Rossmoor 12 years ago.
He was a member of several
clubs and loved golfing and
swimming.
His wife of 58 years preceded him in death earlier this
year in March. He is survived by
two sons, Ashley Stephen and
Robert Rothway, both of Walnut
Creek, and four grandchildren.
MIRIAM WEINTRAUB
Miriam (Mimi) Weintraub
died Aug. 4 at the age of 92.
Born Miriam Grody in New
York City, she grew up in
Hartford, Conn. and in 1934
moved to Los Angeles, where
she married Hyman Weintraub. Following his death, she
moved to Rossmoor in 2003.
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Active in social justice
causes all her adult life, she
continued that tradition in
Rossmoor, where she was involved with Grandparents for
Peace and the Democrat Club.
She also devoted time to the
PTA, the Jewish Community
Center and the Faculty Guild.
An accomplished piano
player, her numerous interests
included folk dancing, cooking, camping and travel. She
lived for periods in Italy and
Sri Lanka.
She is survived by a son,
David and his wife, Emily Filloy; daughter, Shelly
Weintraub and her husband,
Tim Reagan; daughter, Debby
Weintraub and her husband,
Jim Krupnick; brother Harvey
Grody; and six grandchildren.
A memorial is being planned.
DO YOU HAVE A
“BUCKET LIST?”
– A list of things to do before you
“Kick the Bucket”? The wise
person prepares well beforehand.
WE CAN HELP – You will gain an
understanding of God’s Word, the Bible.
ROSSMOOR BIBLE STUDY has been
a part of our community for over 30 years.
Starts again on 9/4/08!
We offer non-denominational study of the
Holy Bible with an emphasis on establishing a
personal relationship with God.
We feature Bible study, group discussions and
Biblical lectures every Thursday at the Dollar
Clubhouse from 9 to 10:45 a.m.
For information, call Don Pugh at 210-0120
or Jim Williams at 934-0594.
COME LEARN WITH US. ALL ARE INVITED.
DEATH OF
DON STEVENS
OWNER/MANAGER OF ROSSMOOR PET SITTERS
To all the friends and clients of Don Stevens/Rossmoor Pet
Sitters owner/manager we wish to let you know that Don
died on 8/8/08 after a 2year struggle with colon
cancer. During his illness
he said that when he
dies he will be in a place
where all the animals
he loved and cared for in
Rossmoor will come running to meet him. There
will be Tammy, the dog,
Tommy, Tyger, Marvin,
Muffy, Sophie, Janny, Martini, and Rossi, Shandy,
and all the dear cats he
loved so much.
Don was born in Santa
Cruz, California, July 11,1928. He was a veteran of the
Korean War, serving in the Air Force as a Staff Sergeant.
He attended San Jose State University graduating in
1958. He was awarded the Sigma Delta Chi Northern
California Professional Chapter Award for Distinction and
Promise among Journalism graduates and worked for
the Santa Rosa Press Democrat newspaper. His talents
also took him to the Federal Government where he
worked in the VA department. He retired from Wells
Fargo Bank, but the job he loved the most was caring
for Rossmoor Animals. He often said caring for the
Rossmoor Pets was the best job he ever had.
He will be remembered by his wife, Antoinette (Toni)
Stevens and all his friends as a gentle, dear and caring
man. Services will be private and his ashes will be scattered upon Mt Diablo. Donations in his name may be
made to the San Francisco SPCA, 2500 16th Street, San
Francisco, California 94103 or Best Friends Animal Society
5001 Angel Canyon Rd. Kanab, Utah 84741.
PAID OBITUARY
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ROSSMOOR SPORTS
Blue Team
wins 18ers
tourney by
two points
Contrary to the perceived
wisdom, there is such a thing
as a free lunch – for 18ers on
the Blue Team that competed
with the White Team in last
Thursday’s tournament.
Forty-four golfers played in
the tournament, and the scores
were close to a draw. The Blue
Team won by two points. That
meant that the White Team
members bought a hot dog and
salad lunch for the winners.
Some stars flashed onto the
scene: Sue Fleck, No. 16, and
Cletia Bowron, No. 1, shot
birdies. Five golfers chipped
a ball in from off the green:
Katie Pittman, No. 16; Junetta
Dawson; No. 15, Cletia Bowron, No. 1; Vonie Dondero, No.
10; and Pat Taylor, No. 18.
Coming up
Open Day is Thursday,
Aug. 28, when 18ers welcome
golfers from other courses to
play the Dollar Ranch Course.
Moving into next month, the
18ers Championship Tournament starts on Thursday, Sept.
4, and continues on Sept. 9 and
11. The awards luncheon will
be on Sept. 11 at Dollar patio.
Marj Livingston and Pat
Taylor are starting to plan for
Charity Day, which will be on
Oct. 16.
Happy Hackers
get ready for
Double Shotgun
Happy Hackers are awaiting
the next Double Shotgun set for
Saturday, Sept. 13, at 2:30 p.m.
on the Dollar Ranch Course.
Sign-up is from Wednesday,
Sept. 3, through Tuesday, Sept.
9, in the Pro Shop.
A social and dinner, catered
by Cafe Mocha, will follow at
Dollar picnic grounds. The fee
is $15.
At the time of sign up, all
checks must be deposited in
the Happy Hackers green box
in the Pro Shop. All Hackers
are asked to check the roster to
make sure they have paid their
2008 membership dues. This
must be paid before the signup days.
The following are the winners of the August scramble:
In the 100 meter flight: first
place, Bill Knapp, Corrine
Martin, Larry Prendergast,
Verril Rlkman; second, Angie
Schneider, Gretchen LaCounte,
Keith Lee Derian, Lou Roszkos; third, Aleene Brown, Ellie
Simmons, Jack Cassell, Myrtle
Murray; fourth, C.P. Johnson,
Hal Collard, Nora Furey, Thelma Winkelman and Betty Beaudet, Bruce and Judy Fletcher
Niners Guest Day breakfast and fun scramble set
Event will
be Sept. 18
The committee for this
year’s Niners Guest Day met
and planned out the event,
which is scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 18, and promises to
be a fun-filled day. The day
begins with breakfast at Café
Mocha at 7:30, followed by a
scramble fun tournament.
Guests do not have to have
Ginn numbers or handicaps and
the event is open to all women,
both residents and nonresidents. Nonresidents will only
pay the resident green fees.
Niners can invite up to three
guests to make up a foursome.
The club encourages Happy
Hackers and any women who
like to play golf to join in. The
cost of the day, excluding green
fees, is $21 and includes breakfast, lunch and prizes.
There will be brochures
around the clubhouse, envelopes and a sign-up sheet. Envelopes should be placed in the
brown locked box in the Niners’ room.
Organizers of the Niners Guest Day are, from left, Gisela Hendrickson, Judie Taylor, Barbara
Jordan, Agnus Moore, Jackie Bateman and Lorie McCurdy. Not pictured: Claire LeVine.
De Assis team wins lawn bowling Mixed Triples event
Sequeiras’ team is runner-up
By Bob Lewis
Club correspondent
Ed de Assis, Pauline de Assis and Bob Ralph edged Bob
Sequeira, Ray Xavier and
Geri Sequeira on Aug. 7 to
win Rossmoor Lawn Bowling Club’s highly competitive
Mixed Triples Championship
Tournament. Here’s how this
played out:
Two dozen spectators sat in
the shade along the walkway
by the Hillside Clubhouse to
watch the morning semifinal
game. Here, the de Assis team
topped Dan Belton, Vera Belton and Jim Towar by a score
of 20-14, reversing the results
of their Wednesday qualifying
round. Belton won the first two
ends by 1 point each before de
Assis scored – a single shot in
the third end.
Then Belton advanced to
7-1 by the fifth end. Taking 4
points in each of the sixth and
seventh ends and 2 more in
the eighth, de Assis turned the
game to 11-7. Belton tied at 11all with another 4 points in the
ninth end.
From then on, the de Assis
march was unstoppable. The
team scored 9-3 over the final
7 ends, to advance to the tour-
nament final.
Sequeira’s team, scheduled
to play Ed Guterres, Rick Olivera and Pat Guterres in the
other semifinal pairing, won
by a forfeit. Pat Guterres suffered a pinched nerve following their Wednesday qualifying win, and was unable to play
Thursday.
The final game of the tournament could not have provided more entertainment for the
25 entranced, cheering spectators, although it was decidedly
one-sided at the start.
Sequeira’s team earned 3
points in the first end, 3 in the
second, 2 in the third, and 4
more in the fourth, all bowled
to long jacks. Score at the
end of 4: 12-0. But it wasn’t
that simple. In the fourth end,
originally bowled to a medium
length jack, de Assis was up by
6 or 7 shots before skip Sequeira drove through the cluster to
bounce the jack out of bounds
and burn the end.
Back to long jacks, de Assis scored 9 points in the next
4 ends before Sequeira won
another point in the 9th end.
Now, Sequeira led 13-9. But
that ninth end could have been
much different.
While his team was holding
The Lawn Bowling Club’s Mixed Triples champions, from left, Ed
de Assis, Pauline de Assis and Bob Ralph
Mixed Triples runners-up, from left, Ray Xavier, Geri Sequeira
and Bob Sequeira
5 shots, skip Sequeira scattered
the pack, changing their 5 to
a single shot. His chagrined
wife, Geri, shared a full fivefingered wave of her hand at
Synchronized swim show Saturday hosted by Swim Club
The Rossmoor Swim Club has a special event coming up this
month at Hillside pool.
On Saturday, Aug. 23, at 2 p.m. (note the time change) the
club will again present the nationally famous synchronized
swimming show coached by Marion Kane Elston. Usually the
local teams charge $25 for admission to a show of this caliber.
There will be a travel fund box for those who care to donate.
For information, call Jae Howell at 933-0485.
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FOR ROSSMOOR GOLFERS
This and that
By Don Egan, Men’s Golf Club
Even though the Olympics have been getting major TV
coverage, there are still some regular golf events that will
draw some viewers although the remote control may have to
do some shuffling back and forth. When thinking of golf coverage, it makes sense that golf would not be considered to be
an Olympic sport. How could viewers handle several days of
four- or five-hour exposure to golfers whacking balls around
when others sports make such compelling watching, such as
swimming, diving and gymnastics?
One golf-related article that I caught on the Internet was
about the clothing chain, Steve & Barry’s, carrying a line of
“Bubbagolf” golf wear. “Bubba” being Bubba Watson, one of
the long hitters on tour. It remains to be seen whether he has
any more success adding his name to a garment, as John Daly
has done.
Another golf-related article was citing equipment manufacturers feeling the pinch because of the economic troubles facing most of our country. However, eternally optimistic, most
of them are planning to introduce new clubs. This, in spite of
the fact most sellers wish that they would hold off a bit and
not spring new equipment at them quite so fast. With the time
between introductions getting close to six months, it doesn’t
give them much time before they are forced to reduce prices
to move “old” merchandise. All of this may work to golfers’
advantage since costs for new equipment will probably go
down.
Heard around the course
My friend Ed Davis has done it again – he inspired a playing partner to shoot what might be a career low net score. Bob
Hansen, playing along with Ed, went on an unusual, for him,
round with pars on three of the first four holes and another
three pars on the back nine and then capped it off with a birdie
on the 18th for a 91 gross, 60 net. Over the past year Hansen
has gotten below 100 several times with a 97 being the best,
but with Davis’s help he may now look forward to breaking
90.
A couple of weeks ago Barbara Smith aced the 16th hole
for what is her second ace here in Rossmoor and the third
overall since she also got one at an away course. She and I
had a conversation about whether an ace is the result of skill,
or luck. I would like to claim that it is skill, but then would
have to concede that if it were, we would have many more
aces to report since we have quite a few skillful players. Instead, we seem to report most aces by mid- to high-handicap
players.
Whether it is luck or skill, we are fortunate to have five
chances for making an ace every time we play the Dollar
Ranch Course. Unfortunately, and this is confirmed by statistics, the Creekside players get only one chance for an ace on
each nine holes played or two for two trips around.
Trails Club hikes at Mt.
Tam, Lake Merritt and more
It’s summertime and hiking is perfect, except for the occasional hot day, for members of the Rossmoor Trails Club. Hike
destination may change due to weather conditions
Every Wednesday and Saturday, hikes are offered at three levels of skill or energy. The groups meet at 8:45 a.m. behind the
multipurpose rooms at the back of the Gateway parking lot to
form carpools to the various destinations.
Newcomers or anyone interested in joining the Rossmoor
Trails Club should call Harriet Schwartz at 934-7402 before attempting a hike.
On Mondays, Trails Club members who want to hike within
Rossmoor, usually on the closed golf course, should meet at 8:45
a.m. at the Gateway Court of Flags.
The hike schedule includes:
Saturday, Aug. 23: Scramblers, Jim Woolett, Angel Island;
Ramblers, Mt. Tam Pan Toll to West Point Inn (six miles); Amblers, Nora Furey, to be announced.
Wednesday, Aug. 27: Scramblers, Ta-hsia Kuo, to be announced; Ramblers and Amblers, Marian Herndon, West Ridge
followed by ice cream social
Saturday, Aug. 30: Scramblers Duane Lefebvre, Round Valley; Ramblers, Jeanne Thomas, Lake Merritt, Oakland Museum
and Jack London Square (seven miles); Amblers, Barbara Hallmeyer, Redwood
Check for further updates and information about other Trails
Club functions on the club Web Site: http://rossmoortrailsclub.
weebly.com.
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Lawn bowling Four Score is ongoing
Jim Kilgour is remembered
him and with the spectators
every opportunity for the rest
of the game.
On the 11th and 12th ends,
bowled to the only short jacks
of the game, de Assis scored a
point each. Score now, 13-11,
in favor of Sequeira.
On the 12th end, Sequeira
earned another 2 shots, to go
up 15-11. Now, de Assis scored
2 points in each of the 13th and
14th ends, and tied the game at
15 apiece. Sequeira took one
shot in the 15th and de Assis
won a shot in the 16th. Tie
score of 16 each at the end of
the tournament’s regulation 16
ends.
The players and spectators
had to refer to the rule book,
which provides for a single winner-takes-all final end. A coin
flip determined that Sequeira
deliver the jack. Leading by
a shot, while he still held his
final bowl, de Assis declared
and accepted congratulations
for the hard-earned win.
Bob Ralph, the lead for de
Assis’ team, although having bowled for only about five
months, showed everyone that
he certainly belongs in championship tournament competition.
Remembering Jim Kilgour
Jim Kilgour, the most popular, colorful and courageous
member of the Lawn Bowling
Club, lost his long struggle ear-
Hackers’ August
scramble winners
are announced
and Muriel Wyro.
In decathalon flight: first
place, Gerda Peterson, John
McDonnell, Sherry Marks,
Sylvia Landgraf; second, Pete
and Alicia Sarna, Barbara Jordan Susan Williamson; and
Bruce Smiley, Judie Taylor,
Virginia Hallin. Fourth place
went to Dave Weber, George
Robinson, Irene McGill and
Sandy Weber.
In the marathon flight: first,
Ed Ostrowski, Lynn Guy,
Ronald and Maureen Soulis;
second, Barbara Brooks, Elly
Leith, Gil Krueger, Tony Rorie;
third, Barbara Hansen, Dede
Adams, James Biggerstaff,
Phil Hansen; fourth, Carolyn
Betta, Connie Marks and Phil
Neff Sherwin Schwartz.
Closest to the pin: Chuck
Sainer and Sylvia Landgraf.
Longest drive; Joe Bartis, and
Susan Williamson.
Time is running out for the
Kiwanis Club’s Monday, Aug.
25, tournament. Fee is $20,
which is to benefit Rossmoor
residents in need through the
Challenges of Aging Fund.
Thursday, Aug. 21, is the last
sign-up date. Envelopes are
available in the Pro Shop.
Happy Hacker membership
information may be obtained by
calling Muriel Wyro, membership chairwoman, at 256-4484.
ly morning, Aug. 9. Originally
from Glasgow, Scotland, and
ever proud of his Scottish heritage, Kilgour was a dominant
force on the Rossmoor greens,
winning more than his share of
tournaments.
Even while losing his sight to
macular degeneration, Kilgour
continued to use his monocular scope to deliver the bowls
precisely to a jack he couldn’t
see. Jim’s entertaining personality on and off the greens will
long be remembered.
Coming events
Roe Hazelwood, Virginia
Farr and 12 men are currently entered in the Four Score
Tournament scheduled for onegame-a-day play for three days
in each of the last two weeks
of August.
The dress code for the Labor Day festivities, Monday,
Sept. 1, calls for the usual red,
white and blue holiday garb.
Morning bowling will be followed by a hot dog/Polish dog
lunch hosted by Hazelwood
and Sylvi MacDonald.
The next monthly Fun/So-
Photo by Harry Fracchia
Jim Kilgour died Aug. 9. Jim’s
colorful personality was well
known among lawn bowlers.
cial is scheduled for Thursday
morning, Aug. 28. Come for refreshments anytime after 8, and
the bowling draw is at 8:45.
More volunteers are still
needed for markers for the
U.S. Nationals singles tournaments to be hosted by
Rossmoor next month. Jackie
Purdy will provide the appropriate training.
GOLF SHOP NEWS
FROM THE GOLF PRO
Note to newcomers
By Mark Heptig, golf course director
The Pro Shop crew has been mentioning that there seem to be
many new faces at the golf facility. It seems several new residents
are also golfers. This has been confirmed by the four golf clubs
that have been welcoming several new members this summer.
If you are one of these new Rossmoor golfers, our warmest
welcome to you! Please do not hesitate to come into the Pro Shop
and introduce yourself. We would be happy to answer any questions you have and want to make you feel at home.
We also have several welcome packets to help you get oriented and into the swing of things. My staff and I have been here
many years and we want you to be an active participant in all that
Rossmoor has to offer.
As I mentioned earlier there are four golf clubs at Rossmoor.
They are the Men’s Club, the Women’s 18-Hole Club, the Women’s Nine-Hole Club and the beginner group dubbed the Happy
Hackers. Essentially there is something for everyone.
All of these clubs work independently of each other (each has
its own board) and from the Pro Shop.
The Pro Shop staff facilitates the tournament schedule by setting up the groups in the computer, printing out the scorecards
and doing the scorekeeping. All the entries are handled by the
tournament chairpersons.
If you play well and happen to win some money, it goes “on
the books” in the Pro Shop and becomes credit. This credit can
then be used for any merchandise or service rendered by the shop
(including range tokens, lessons and cart rentals). This does not
include green fees.
Wednesday is men’s day. This means men only play before
noon. Thursday is women’s day and this means women only until
at least noon or 1 p.m. depending on their tournament schedule.
Guests are always welcome but they must play with a resident
before noon. Residents may make a time for up to four guests unaccompanied after noon each day the courses are open.
There are rate sheets and golf course information books available at the Pro Shop. Stop by and we will be happy to assist you
with any of your golfing needs.
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Niners sponsor young woman at Corena Green Classic
The Women’s Nine Hole Golf Association recently completed its 18th annual Corena Green Classic golf tournament for
young women between the ages of 8 and 17. Rossmoor sponsored a young woman from Livermore, age 13, named Janelle
Reali, pictured center. There were about 30 young women
from the East Bay whose sponsors included Round Hill, Contra Costa, Sequoyah, Castlewood, Blackhawk, Crow Canyon
and Diablo, with a total of over 100 participants from various
Northern California organizations, including First Tee. Jackie
Bateman, shown in the picture at right, and Barbara Jordan,
left, volunteered at the tournament and were able to enjoy the
excitement and golf excellence these young women exhibited.
The girls receive scholarships for their college education and
over $5,000 was awarded this year along with prizes, plaques
and a fun time at Oakdale Country Club.
Tuesday, Aug. 5
Section A
RMGC Invitational event
set, sign up in the Pro Shop
The Tennis Club’s Men’s Doubles Trophy Tournament winners
are, from left, Gerald Sullivan, John Lee, Bob Sequeira, Bob Remedios, Mike Cavenaugh and Don Liddle.
Tennis Club’s Men’s Doubles
Trophy has 24 entrants
By Barbara Blum
Club correspondent
Twenty-four men signed up
for the Men’s Doubles Trophy Tournament and were divided into six groups of four.
Each group played a total of
24 games, changing partners
every eight games. The person
in each group with the highest
total of games won received a
photo frame trophy.
The winners were Bob Remedios, John Lee, Don Liddle,
Bob Sequeira, Gerald Sullivan
and Mike Cavenaugh.
Thanks go to the organizer
of this successful tournament,
Ralf Parton.
Liddle, the chairman of the
Nominating Committee, has requested that club members who
would like to serve on that important, short-term committee
call him to volunteer. He can be
reached at 945-8799.
More events
Don’t miss the Tennis Club’s
third social event of the year,
the Fall Wildcard (not to be
confused with the Wild Card
tournaments) Cocktail Party. It
will be held on Saturday, Sept.
13, at 6 p.m. at Dollar Clubhouse. Wildcard highlights will
include light entertainment,
introduction of new members
and dancing. Come and enjoy
the Wildcard bar and winning
catered hors d’oeuvres.
The cost is $20 per person.
Dress is casual. Party hosts are
Pat and John Hyde and Pam and
Tom Lee. Send checks made
out to RTC to Betty Cook, 2658
Saklan Indian Drive No. 1.
Saturday, Sept. 13, is also the
date of the exchange with Moraga Country Club. This popular
and longstanding event will attract many local players so be
alert for the posting of the signup sheet. Chris Christopher is
in charge of this away match.
August is the last month of
Saturday night barbecues at
Buckeye. Open tennis is available at 4 p.m.; bring dinner and
stay for the barbecue. Mel and
Carol Smith are masters at providing the cold drinks and hot
coals for barbecuing entrées.
Try it. The conviviality is infectious.
The next Wild Card tournament will be Saturday, Sept. 6.
More details later.
Domino winners
Domino winners on Aug. 11 were John O’Neil 320; Geri Rentz 317;
Leroy Parker 308; Jackie Tingle 303; Pat Quarto 302; Margaret Leong
302; Kent Croswell 296.
The Domino Club meets regularly on Mondays in the Oak Room at
Gateway. Play begins promptly at 6:45 p.m.
Come to practice Saturdays at noon in Multipurpose Room 2. Everyone is welcome.
Duplicate
Bridge
The Rossmoor Men’s Golf Club Invitational will be held on
Friday, Sept. 5, on the Dollar Ranch Golf Course.
The field will be limited to 144 players (72 members and 72
guests). The format will be a two-man team best ball event.
The entry fee this year is $100 per person, which includes a tee
prize, brunch buffet, cocktails and a sit-down dinner at the Gateway Clubhouse after golf.
Sponsors for this year’s Invitational are Michael Stead Chevrolet/Cadillac, Mass Mutual Financial, Kristal-Krochmal-Patch,
and First Community Bank.
The Men’s Club will sell “mulligans for charity” before the
event, benefiting Children’s Hospital of Oakland Intensive Care
Unit. For each $10 donation, the member and guest may purchase
two mulligans apiece to be used during the tournament.
Prizes will be awarded for net flight winners and the overall
low gross. Also, there will be prizes for closest to the hole on all
the par 3s, including a chance to win a new Club Car golf cart
donated by Nick’s Custom Golf Cars, for the first hole-in-one on
the fourth hole.
Guest day is Wednesday, Sept. 3, and will be an opportunity
for both member and guest to have a practice round before the
tournament.
Sign up early to insure a place in this year’s Invitational as
there is a limited field for this event. Entry envelopes are in the
Pro Shop.
For information, call Tournament Director Don Loustalet at
935-7286.
Trails Club walks on
the golf course Mondays
Every Monday the Trails Club sponsors a walk on the golf
course. Newcomers are especially welcome. It’s not only exercise,
but a good way to meet new friends.
The group meets at 8:50 a.m. in the courtyard facing Peacock
Hall at Gateway. Following sign-in and introduction of newcomers, the walk begins promptly at 9. The entire walk takes about 11/2 hours, so even if there is a golf tournament scheduled at noon,
the group is off the course well before the golfers tee off.
On Monday holidays when the course is open to golfers all
day, the club still meets at the regular time and place, but uses an
alternate route. The leaders are creative and try to make the offcourse walks as interesting as possible.
There is no cancellation for light rain. Dress for the weather
and carry an umbrella, if necessary. There are several drinking
fountains on the golf course. However, in hot weather it is advisable to carry a water bottle. Use sunscreen and wear a hat or visor
and sturdy walking shoes or boots.
Most of the walk is on the concrete cart paths with occasional
detours on wet grass if the sprinklers are running. The group
walks approximately four miles, and some ambitious people add
on an extra mile. However, those who do not wish to go that far
may turn around sooner. The walk ends at the Redwood Room,
where those who have the time stop for coffee and conversation.
For information, call Merylin Lovett at 287-8997.
Lost and Found
Lost something? Check the Redwood Room between 8 a.m.
and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Ask one of the volunteers
at the caf to open the lost-and-found cabinet.
Items left at the swimming pools or Fitness Center will remain at those locations, however. Ask staff for help.
Valuables (wallets, purses, cell phones, jewelry) are kept in
the Recreation Department. See Volunteer Coordinator Kelly
Spraker for these items or call 988-7703.
N/S 1. D. Chirstiansen/D.
Thompson 2. G. Alyer/K. Alyar 3.
R. Corr/C. Brooks 4. J. DeGanahl/
M.A. Clancy.
E/W 1. Y. Serbin/P. Lawrence
2. A. Woods/B. Woods 3. W. Momono/C, Sandin 4. E. Matsui/F.
Yoshida.
Wednesday, Aug. 6
Section A
N/S 1. B. Starin/M. Mann 2. L.
Grawoig/J. Dolgin 3. D. Meyer/L.
Drury 4. B. King/D. Grupenhoff.
E/W 1. C. Warner/R. Liu 2. D.
Terris/M. Suchman 3. L. DeGoff/J.
Carlo 4. C. Hamasaki/M.S tuart.
Section B
N/S 1. J. Chien/L.Chien 2. T.
O’Connor/C. Brooks 3. E. Weiner/
R. Weiner 4. J. Bechtel/K. Bernard.
E/W 1. W. Momono/C. Sandin 2. J. Bateman/F. Yoshida 3. B.
Woods/B. LaCour 4. C. Deems/V.
McLaughlin.
Thursday, Aug. 7
Section A
N/S 1. A. Petersen/V. Petersen
2. R. DuFosee/J. Dolgin 3. P. Berretta/L. Drury 4. C. Franson/E.
Franson.
E/W 1. A. Murray/A. Finkelstein 2. D. Terris/C. Warner 3. L.
Johns/R. Orloff 4. N. Rosenberg.T.
Szymczak.
Section B
N/S 1. D. Christiansen/D.
Thompson 2. C. Brooks/T.
O’Connor 3. H. Wee/J.A. Reid 4. B.
Johnsonbaugh/E. Dayton.
E/W 1. A. Karr/L. Karr 2. H.
Sabin/J. Johnston 3. J. Granich/R.
Conrad 4. F. Dietz/F. Owre.
Saturday, Aug. 8
Swiss Teams
Section A
1. G. Glider/B. Starin/L. Drury/
M. Mann
2. D. Grupenhoff/R. Herrick/G.
Cunha/R.J uo
3. D. Terris/C. Warner/J. Carlo/
R. Liu
4. A. Murray/J. Guillen/T.
Szymczak/N. Rosenberg.
299er Pairs
1. B. Price/K. Hanson/B.J.
Smith/A. Donaldson
2. M .Stuart/C. Jennings/J.
Burnson/C. Hugus
3. M. Hall/W. Sullivan./J.A.
ButlerJr./G. Gould
4/5. K. Sacco/H. Race/T. Johnson/E. Turman
4/5. F. Block/H. Sabin/J. Johnston/J. Granich.
Monday, Aug. 10
Section A
N/S 1. M. Juni/D. Grupenhoff 2.
J. Dolgin/L. Drury 3. B. Felder/F.
Howard 4. C. Hamasaki/J. Owens.
E/W 1. A. Murray.T. Szymczak
3.E. Beltran/A. Finkelstein 3.C.
Warner/S. Huang 4. V. Petersen/P.
Taylor.
Section B
N/S 1. E. Shapiro/A. Gorbach
2. M. Weldy/R.D. Goldsmith 3. G.
Karoly/G. Karoly 4. D. Sway/E.
Turman.
E/W 1. B. Burgess/B. LaCour 2.
P. Sun/B. Rapaport 3. R. Weaver/J.
Ellingsen 4. A. Coleman/L. Coleman.
Section C
N/S J. Chien/L. Chien 2. H.
Oke/G. Cunha 3. B. Price/A. Eastman 4. K. Fraser/M. McCartney.
E/W 1. A. Karr/L. Karr 2. A.
Sheng/F. Sheng 3. I. Schutzman/
C. Jennings 4. S. MichaelsonA.
Mattox.
For additional information, see
posted results or go to http://julialowe.bridgeforyou.com.
BRIDGE TIPS
ROSSMOOR DUPLICATE BRIDGE CLUB
Jeopardizing the game with
an overtrick
This scenario was reported
by one of Rossmoor’s top duplicate devotees. The venue
was on a cruise ship en route
to Alaska. The declarer was
purported to be “a pretty
good player.”
The bidding was quite normal. It may be observed that
subsequent to the two-overone response, South’s jump
re-bid becomes an unconditional force to game. After a
one-over-one response, this
call would merely be highly
invitational.
The opening lead is taken
by board’s Club king, declarer noting the fall of the queen,
which is assumed to be a singleton. Now the Heart king is
played from the dummy, West
slyly dropping the queen.
At this point, South may
assume that the Heart lady
was stiff, or that her LHO is
using a ploy nearly as old as
Methuselah, and is also holding the 10. We say, “Beware
of Greeks bearing gifts.”
This gullible declarer elects
to go whole hog and hook for
East’s “10,” but alas, loses
to West, who then continues
with a club for partner to ruff.
So now, poor South, lacking
an entry to board’s Clubs, has
to lose two Diamonds, thus
coming up one trick short of
contract. Don Juan.
Unfortunate, but obviously
the “pretty good player” was
Vulnerable: Neither
Dealer: South
NORTH
♠432
♥K7
♦876
♣ A K 10 6 5
WEST
EAST
♠765
♠ Q J 10 9 8
♥ Q 10
♥6 5 4
♦KJ9
♦5432
♣98743
♣Q
SOUTH
♠AK
♥AJ9832
♦ A Q 10
♣J2
THE BIDDING
NO. EAST
SO. WEST
1♥
Pass
2♣
Pass
3♥
Pass
4♥
Pass
Pass
Pass
Opening lead: Nine of Clubs
hoisted by her own petard.
In our opinion, declarer was
somewhat less than prudent.
Had she inserted a high honor at trick three, the happy
result would have been a nice
haul of 12 trix. In the event
that West’s Heart queen had
really been alone, South just
pulls another trump, then
concedes a trick to RHO’s 10,
thus garnerning only 11 trix.
Message: it is suggested
that it is not good economics
to jeopardize any game contract for a measly overtrick.
Partnership Bridge
On Aug. 8, at partnership bridge
the winners were John/Dolores
Clark 4770; Louise Sheets/Marie
Nelson 3210; Agnes Doubet and
Pat Quarto 2880; Virginia McKenna and Helen Dailey 2860; Jo
Hazen and Carolyn Nelson 2710.
Low score was 920.
On Aug. 12, 38 persons played
partnership bridge in the Oak
Room at Gateway. Charlie Root/
Henry Sloan topped the winners
with 3570 points, including a
small slam in no trump.
Other winners were Diane
Goldsmith/Pearl Miller, 3370;
Joyce Towner/Pat Quarto, 3280;
Brucie and Duncan Carter, 3190,
and Renèe Medak/Gail Strack,
2880. Low score was 1330.
Directors John and Dolores
Clark were assisted by Louise
Sheets and Virginia McKenna.
For information, call Dolores
Clark at 947-1767.
For information, call Helen
Dailey at 934-1902 or Carolyn
Nelson at 256-0144.
CHESS FORUM
The Chess Club will offer a
new feature wherein each week
the club will present a chess problem and the answer for the previous week.
Players at all levels are welcome at the Dollar Clubhouse,
first floor back corner, on Fridays
from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Today’s
problem is easy: White to mate in
one. Call Bob Dickson, 934-1405,
with solution and any questions.
CALL TO FIND OUT IF YOU MAY WALK THE GOLF COURSE
Residents may walk Rossmoor’s golf courses on days when they are
closed. They are closed on most Mondays and on other days when
conditions are not appropriate for golfing. To find out if the course is
closed, call the Pro Shop, 933-2607. The shop is open daily at 7 a.m.
Tuesday through Sunday and on Mondays when tournaments are held.
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Camera Club announces pictorial winners
On the first Wednesday of
each month, the Camera Club
hosts a meeting wherein members who enjoy competition
submit their photos for judging
under the heading of pictorial.
This category gives the photographer the ability to manipulate, crop, change lighting and
alter the image in any way as
long as the result can be labeled
pictorial. Therefore, the pictures
are often exciting and imaginative. Other categories have more
defined parameters.
Competing members achieve
a ranking depending on the
number of points they accumulate if their photographs are in
the winner’s circle. The beginning photographer submits images under the ranking of basic,
then graduates to intermediate,
advanced and masters as they
accumulate points.
An outside judge is hired to
critique the entries as they are projected on a screen. The entries are
anonymous, so the judges’ comments do not result in any embarrassment to the photographer.
This competition’s judge was
Duane Pepper who has 30 years
of experience in the Santa Clara
Camera Club. He has been on
photographic journeys to faraway places such as Australia
and Africa. Pepper enjoys assisting photographers in learning new techniques and composition through his comments.
This month’s winners were
as follows: In the basic division,
Lynn Letteris won a first and
second place with “Sunflower
Brightens a Picket Fence” and
“Waiting for His Master to Return”; third place went to Hazel
Horti for “A Misty Day.”
In the intermediate division,
Walter Braun won first and third
places for “Rolling Hills” and
“Showing Off”; second place
went to Carol Scott for “Monastic Solitude.”
In the advanced divison, Randy Hake had a clean sweep with
wins in first, second and third
places for “Calla Lilies,” “Storm
Caarrizo Plain” and “Berkeley
Marina.” Glenn Corlew won
first and second in the masters
division for “Peacock Finery”
and “Old Chevy Pickup.”
Unfortunately, there was a
breakdown of the computer system that categorizes winners;
therefore, those photographers
who won honorable mentions
cannot be listed.
In the continuing trial run
of presenting prints for judging, winners were Lynn Letteris, first and fourth places for
“Peacock Finery,” by Glenn Corlew
“Sunflower Brightens a Picket Fence,” by Lynn Letteris
“Rolling Hills on a Summer
Morning,” by Walter Braun
“Busy Bee” and “Camellia”;
Rich Nicholes for “Watercolor
Flower,” second; and third, Garia Grant for “Spring Garden.”
All Rossmoor residents are
invited to attend any of the
Camera Club meetings. They
take place at 7:30 p.m. in the
Vista Room at Hillside Club-
“Calla Lilies,” by Randy Hake
house. From 7 to 7:30, there is a
“visiting” time where members
can socialize, ask questions and
get some answers.
The membership chairwoman is Beverly Kaplan; call her
for information at 287-8252.
ORT to show film ‘The Band’s Visit’
Israeli movie presented Sept. 8 at Hillside
ORT will sponsor the showing of the highly acclaimed Israeli film, “The Band’s Visit,”
on Monday, Sept. 8, at 1 and 4
p.m. in the Las Trampas Room
at Hillside. The movie is 1
hour and 27 minutes and has
English captions.
When an Egyptian police
brass band travels to Israel to
play at the opening of an Arab
arts center, it winds up abandoned and lost in a remote
desert town. This tiny Israeli
community embraces the musicians, and both the Egyptians and the locals learn a few
things about one another —
and themselves. This charming cross-cultural comedy was
a winner at the Cannes Film
Festival.
A donation of $3 is suggested to benefit ORT schools.
The ORT network trains students in critical, cutting-edge
fields, including computers,
telecommunications, robotics, bioengineering and biotechnology. Its mission is to
help the disadvantaged become economically independent.
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HEALTH & FITNESS
Learn about DNA and
T’ai Chi Chih Club sponsors classes
health in Wellness Group
The Wellness Group has invited Dawson Church, Ph.D.,
to talk about advances in understanding about DNA at the
Monday, Aug. 25, meeting to be held at 7 p.m. in the Delta
Room at Del Valle Clubhouse.
DNA holds an individual’s potential, but not his or her
destiny. Diet, lifestyle and even one’s state of mind have a
direct bearing on health and medical outcomes.
With new measurement tools, such as imaging and energy measuring tools, evidence has been accumulating that
health from the cellular to the individual level is not simply
defined by one’s DNA or molecules.
Church has edited or authored over 200 books in the fields
of health, psychology and spirituality.
He has collaborated with many leading voices in the
field, including Larry Dossy, Bernie Siegel, Caroline Myss,
Jeanne Achterberg, Neale Donald Walsch, Gay Hendricks,
Joan Borysenko, Mary Catherine Bateson, Barry Sears and
John Gray.
Church earned his doctoral degree in integrative health
ca re at Holos University under the mentorship of distinguished neurosurgeon Norman Shealy, founder of the American Holistic Association. He also received a doctoral degree in natural medicine, as well as clerical certification in
energy psychology.
He coauthored the book “Soul Medicine” in 2006 with
Dr. Norman Shealy, and founded Soul Medicine Institute
to study and teach in the fields of health, psychology and
spirituality.
He uses advanced therapies such as pulsed electromagnetic fields (PEMS) for depression, and Emotional Freedom
Technique (EFT) in a sound scientific framework.
These monthly meetings a re suppor ted by Rossmoor
Wellness Group members.
Guests are welcome and a $1 donation is optional.
The T’ai Chi Chih Club sponsors a series of
classes on Tuesdays through Sept. 30.
The 10 to 11 a.m. class is designed for beginning and intermediate students. The 11:15
a.m. to 12:15 p.m. class is for continuing students who know the 20 movements of T’ai Chi
Chih.
Classes meet in the Diablo Room of Hillside Clubhouse. New and returning students
may begin the class at any time.
T’ai Chi Chih helps to improve balance,
energy and the immune system. This form
of qigong (energy practice) is nonmartial
and nonimpact, so it helps strengthen joints,
bones and muscles, rather than stressing them.
Practicing even 20 minutes a day can make a
significant difference in physical, mental and
emotional well-being.
The form is relatively easy to learn, and
valuable for reducing stress, the cause of 87
percent of illnesses in the country, according
to recent studies. All 20 movements are taught
in the beginning class and can be adapted for
those with physical limitations.
With practice, refinements are made that
deepen and enhance the benefits received. In
addition to all the benefits of the practice, it is
fun to do, especially with a group, and enables
deeper relaxation.
The fee for six classes is $36, payable to the
teacher, Barbara Riley, in class. Drop-in fee is
$7 per class, and fees can be adjusted.
For information, call Riley at 254-3368, or
e-mail: [email protected].
Tibetan relaxation class to start at Del Valle
Kum Nye, also known as Tibetan relaxation, helps a person to recover physical aliveness and mental clarity.
An eight-week series of classes in Kum Nye
will be offered at the Fitness Center at Del
Valle.
Kum Nye uses various methods of both
stillness and movement to stimulate the flow
of feeling and energy in the body. Once this
feeling and energy has started to move, it facilitates the balancing and integration of the
fractured aspects of body and mind.
The practices of Kum Nye – gentle movement, breath exercises, self-massage, and
meditation – act as a gentle healing system
that relieves stress, promotes physical health,
and brings an increased appreciation and enjoyment of life.
Classes will meet twice monthly on Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m.
The first class will be Saturday, Sept. 6.
Other dates are Sept. 20; Oct. 4 and 18; Nov.
1 and 15; and Dec 6 and 20.
The classes will be taught by longtime instructors Santosh Philip and Donna Morton of
the Nyingma Institute in Berkeley.
Class fee is $15 per class, $96 if registering
for all eight classes.
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The Fitness Center has added more classes to accommodate those who work or prefer
evenings or weekends to workout. There are no fees for these
classes.
There are now three new
Aquacise classes: A vigorous,
high energy class will be offered Tuesdays and Thursdays
from 7 to 8 p.m., and Sundays
from 1 to 2 p.m. in the warm
water exercise pool at Del Valle. These classes are ongoing
now with instructor Michele
Jaramillo.
For information, call Jaramillo or Masha Henzel at 9887850.
There is also a new CardioMix class offered on Sundays
from 11 a.m. to noon in the
Aerobics Room at Del Valle.
The class will encompass a variety of different cardio aerobics workouts. These are also
ongoing with Jaramillo. For
information, call Jaramillo or
Henzel at the number above.
Starting Monday, Sept. 1,
there will be three new Circuit
Training classes offered Mondays and Wednesdays from 6 to
7 p.m., and Saturdays from 9 to
10 a.m. in the Aerobics Room
at Del Valle. The instructor
will be Dino Giannakis. For
information, call Giannakis or
Henzel at 988-7850.
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Yoga classes continue Fitness Center offers new t’ai chi class
Yoga classes are offered for all fitness levels. Flexible-Stretch
Yoga for All is held Mondays from 5 to 6 p.m., Stretch-Strength
Yoga for All is on Thursdays from 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. and a New
Yoga Class for All (Flexible, Stretch and Strength Yoga) is offered on Fridays from 10 to 11 a.m.
All of the Yoga classes are held in the Shasta Room, upstairs,
at Del Valle Fitness Center. Classes are open to all, especially seniors. Beginners through intermediate students are welcomed as
individual attention is given. Wear loose clothes or leotards and
bring an empty stomach.
The fees for the classes are as follows:
The monthly cost for one class per week is $6 per class. The
monthly cost for two or three classes per week is $5 per class.
Drop-ins are welcomed at any time for $7 per class.
The instructor has taught Iyengar-style yoga in the Walnut
Creek area for 31 years. This approach is often used for physical
therapy. It emphasizes correct body alignment and brings greater
flexibility with more limber joints, while improving strength and
endurance.
Hatha Yoga allows all to stretch and exercise in a slow, relaxing manner while releasing body tensions. Props, such as blocks,
straps and chairs, are often used to help students work on poses
that are difficult for them.
For information, call Barbara Bureker at 934-7857.
Peripheral Neuropathy Support
Group will not meet in August
There will be no meeting
of the Peripheral Neuropathy
Support Group in the month of
August.
The next meeting will be
held Friday, Sept. 26, in the
Las Trampas Room at Hillside
Clubhouse. The speaker will
be Len Saputo, M.D.
Saputo is known nationwide
and has worked for many years
searching for help with peripheral neuropathy. He will provide the latest information on
this condition.
on Wednesdays starting in September
The Del Valle Fitness Center
will offer a new t’ai chi class
on Wednesdays from noon to
1 p.m., starting Wednesday,
Sept. 3, in the Shasta Room,
second floor, at Del Valle.
People worldwide now practice t’ai chi, an ancient Chinese system of slow-moving,
ballet-like exercise. Learning
the movements can improve
health, develop better balance,
reduce risk of falls, increase
strength, lower blood pressure
and produce relaxation.
The movements are slow
and precise, focusing on the
muscles of the lower body. This
exercise system is particularly
popular among the older adults
in China.
The monthly fee is $30 or
$8 for a drop-in class.
Lee Taylor has been a t’ai
chi practitioner and teacher
since 1972. He targets individual needs by providing detailed instruction.
For information, call Taylor
at (510) 385-0100.
Yoga Just for U to get a new time
Starting Wednesday, Sept.
3, the Fitness Center will offer Yoga Just for U every
Wednesday from 5 to 6 p.m. in
the Shasta Room at Del Valle
Clubhouse.
The class offers gentle yoga
for both men and women at all
fitness levels. Asanas, or poses,
will be modified to accommodate any physical limitations.
Asanas accompanied with
breathing techniques make it
easy to stretch.
Yoga is not how much people can do, but how much they
can relax and let their bodies
do the work. Gentle stretching and moderate forward and
backward bending will help
students to become more flexible.
Josie Rupawalla is a certified teacher from India and has
12 years of experience in the
Bay Area. While Rupawalla is
away, Peggy Parekh will teach
her classes.
The fee is $6 per class. For
information, call Parekh at
(510) 785-8992.
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Lions Club will hear about
Wellness Challenge program
The Lions Club will hear Mark Lemyre, executive director of
the Wellness Challenge, at its next meeting to be held Thursday,
Aug. 21.
The program’s goal is to turn simple lifestyle changes into
lifelong healthy habits. It is a way to be pro-active in managing
health. It is not a diet program or extreme fitness routine, but a
fun, informative way to learn how to improve overall health and
wellness.
Rossmoor residents and potential new members are invited
to attend this luncheon program in the Diablo Room at Hillside Clubhouse. Social hour begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch and
the business meeting at noon. The speaker’s program begins at
12:45.
For information, call Rex Fraser at 817-7207.
Acalanes High alumni to form club
There are a lot of clubs in
Rossmoor, but no Acalanes
Alumni Club. Rossmoor is located within five miles of the
former high school, so there
are some residents who would
like to start a club.
Perhaps its members could
meet and all go to El Charro
for dinner, maybe go to a football or basketball game, or just
meet in Rossmoor and swap
old tales about the Dons.
If residents are interested,
they may contact Barbara
Stark Jordan at 943-1327 or
Susan Lamberth Williamson
at 933-7005.
Chronicle reporter Carl Nolte will
speak to SF Club in September
The San Francisco Club
will have a special speaker
at its next meeting, Monday,
Sept. 8, at 3 p.m. in the Vista
Room at Hillside Clubhouse.
Members should note that the
meeting will be on the second
Monday of the month, since
the first Monday is Labor
Day.
Carl Nolte, staff reporter
for the San Francisco Chron-
icle, has been with the paper
since 1961. He has covered all
kinds of stories from baseball
to two wars, the Gulf War and
the invasion of Iraq, where he
was with a unit that was in
combat. He has been an editor and a general assignment
reporter. He has also written
three books; most recently
he has written about how San
Francisco rose from the ruins
of the 1906 earthquake and
developed into the present
San Francisco.
Anyone who loves San
Francisco is welcome at the
club meetings. Membership
dues are $10 per year.
For information, contact
Theresa Burton at 938-3039,
or Shirlee Shupack at 9460747. Light refreshments will
be served.
RV Club looks forward to fall rally
The Rossmoor Roadrunners
Club, also known as the RV
Club, will head north to Fortuna, Calif., for its week-long fall
rally, Sept. 29 through Oct. 6.
The wagon masters are Bob
and Terry Hayes, and Tom and
Vick Roberts. The deadline for
sign-up is Monday, Sept. 1.
Besides the usual welcome
dinner, nightly happy hours,
barbecue, book exchange and
brunch, the wagon masters
have planned a dinner at the
Samoa Cookhouse in Eureka.
The cookhouse is the last
surviving one in the West and
serves lots of food, lumbercamp style. There is also a
small museum featuring early
culinary items from the lumber and logging industries.
Another event planned is a
Humboldt Bay Harbor cruise
on the motor vessel Madaket,
the last of seven ferries on
Humboldt Bay. Built in 1910,
it is the oldest passenger-carrying vessel in continuous service in the United States, and
has the smallest licensed bar in
the state.
Members will also take a trip
to the North Coast Repertory
Theatre in Eureka to see “The
Merry Wives of Windsor.”
The awards dinner will be
held at the Ivanhoe Hotel in
Ferndale.
This rally is also held during the Fortuna Annual Apple
Harvest Festival. Turn registrations in to Vicki Roberts at
4308 Terra Granada Drive No.
1B.
The next meeting of the club
is Monday, Sept. 8, at 7:30 p.m.
in the Delta Room at Del Valle
Clubhouse. Come for fellowship and refreshments.
It’s time to pay Antiques Club
dues, new members welcome
The membership year for
the Antiques Club begins in
September with Jan Dietrich as
the club president.
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Dues of $10, payable to
Rossmoor Antiques Club, and
membership information forms
should be sent to Membership
Chairwoman Hansje Van
Ardenne, 656 Terra California
Drive No. 1, or placed in the
Antiques Club box at Gateway.
Dues must be received by
Tuesday, Sept. 30, to be included
in the 2008-2009 roster.
The Antiques Club meets on
the fourth Wednesday of each
month, January through June
and September and October, at
1:30 p.m. in the Delta Room at
Del Valle Clubhouse.
There will be a Victorian
tea and a December holiday
luncheon. Some of the meetings
are day trips outside Rossmoor,
and the Rossmoor meetings
include
programs
with
speakers.
The
Antiques
Club
welcomes new members;
however, membership is limited
to Rossmoor residents. New
members may contact Van
Ardenne at 256-9247.
The other current officers are:
Vice President Nano Barnett,
Treasurer Marigene Mainland,
Publicity Chairwoman Marlene
Maroulas,
Corresponding
Secretary Barbara Martini,
Refreshments Chairwoman
Marion Francis and Historian
Mary Happ. Beverly Potter is
past president.
The Antiques Club needs
a member who will take the
responsibility for the Victorian
tea event and also a member
who would like to help with
refreshments. Those interested
may contact Dietrich at 9387552.
ORT to hear author speak on rise of Islam
ORT’s first meeting of the
year will be held on Tuesday,
Sept. 16, in the Sierra Room at
Del Valle Clubhouse. The program will begin at 1 p.m. with
guest speaker John F. Rothmann. Refreshments will be
served at 12:30.
In “Icon of Evil, Hitler’s
Mufti and the Rise of Radical
Islam,” co-written by Rothmann and David Dalin, a dark
portrait emerges of a bloodthirsty anti-Semite and Nazi
collaborator named Mufti Haj
Amin al-Husseini, who was
one of the most influential
Arab leaders in the 20th century and helped to create the
culture of jihad.
John F. Rothmann
Rothmann’s book will be
available at the meeting for
purchase and signing.
There will be raffles for
prizes, including a $100 dinner
certificate for Walnut Creek
Yacht Club. The proceeds benefit ORT schools that provide
the disadvantaged with the
high-tech education necessary
to find good jobs in today’s
world.
ORT comprises a global
network of schools and training programs that annually
educate 280,000 students in 60
countries.
For information, call Selma
Sooss, program chairwoman,
at 939-8730.
LEGAL NOTICES
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CLERK
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Martinez, CA 94553-0135
FILED: July 18, 2008
M. Oliver, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005405-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
The following is doing business as:
Shofar So Great, 2323 South Gate Road,
Diablo, CA 94528, P.O. Box 380, Diablo,
CA, Contra Costa Co.
Robert D Weinger
2323 South Gate Road
Diablo, CA 94528
Business conducted by an Individual.
The registrant commenced to transact
business under the fictitious business
name listed above on 7/18/08.
/s/Robert D. Weinger
This statement was filed with Stephen L. Weir, County Clerk of Contra
Costa County, on date indicated by file
stamp.
Stephen L. Weir
County Clerk
Legal RN 4129
Publish July 30, then Aug. 6, 13 & 20,
2008
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
J. Odegaard, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005216-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
1.) Mortgage Loan Network, 2.) Mortgage
Network, 3.) Realty Services Network,
4.) Realty Services, 1615 Bonanza St.,
Suite 301, Walnut Creek, CA 94596,
Contra Costa Co.
ML Network
777 N. Rainbow Blvd., #250
Las Vegas, NV 89017
a Nevada Corporation
Business conducted by a Corporation.
name listed above.
/s/Rae Jean Wong,
Vice President
stamp.
Stephen L. Weir
County Clerk
Legal RN 4131
Publish July 30, then Aug. 6, 13 & 20,
2008
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
FILED: July 8, 2008
B. Basch, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005136-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
Zenergy Internet Marketing, 3527 Mt.
Diablo Blvd. #138, Lafayette, CA 94549,
Contra Costa Co.
Bryan Fikes
1076 Carol Lane #20
Lafayette, CA 94549
name listed above.
/s/Bryan Fikes
This statement was filed with Stephen
L. Weir, County Clerk of Contra Costa
County, on date indicated by file stamp.
Stephen L. Weir County Clerk
Legal RN 4132
Publish Aug. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2008
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Skarleth S. Settle,
Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005473-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
Laurie Chatoff & Associates, 2110 Angus
Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, Contra
Costa Co.
Laurie Chatoff
2110 Angus Drive
s/Laurie Chatoff
stamp.
Stephen L. Weir, County Clerk
Legal RN 4134
Publish Aug. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2008
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Skarleth S. Settle,
Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005560-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
California Senior Connection, 2977 Ygnacio Valley Road #431, Walnut Creek,
CA 94598, Contra Costa Co.
Janice Marie Kittredge
3351 Worth Court
name listed above.
s/Janice Marie Kittredge
Legal RN 4135
Publish Aug. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2008
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
Skarleth S. Settle,
Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005535-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
Aussie Pet Mobile of Walnut Creek, 2491
Warren Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94597,
Contra Costa Co.
Mobile Household Services, Inc
2491 Warren Lane
Business conducted by a Corporation.
s/Al Osgood, President
stamp.
Legal RN 4137
Publish Aug. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2008
555 Escobar St., P.O. Box 350
Skarleth S. Settle,
Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005625-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
Wilks-Berry Construction, P.O. Box 420,
Clayton CA 94517, Contra Costa Co.
Kevin Lee Wilks
2301 Hess Rd.
Concord, CA 94521
Theodore John-Elsberry
3829 Killdeor Dr.
Antioch, CA 94509
Business conducted by Co-Partners.
name listed above.
s/Theodore J. Eisberry
Legal RN 4136
Publish Aug. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2008
LEGAL NOTICES
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA,
County of Contra Costa
725 Court Street
Martinez, CA 94553
SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA,
County of Contra Costa
725 Court Street
Martinez, CA 94553
FILED: Aug. 6, 2008
K. Torre, County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: N08-1198
K. Torre, County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: N08-1296
PETITION FOR
CHANGE OF NAME
To all interested persons: Petitioner
MANUEL JIMENEZ, JR. has filed
a petition with this court for a decree
changing names as follows: present
name: MANUEL JIMENEZ, JR to proposed name: MAGDELYN CLARISSE
JIMENEZ.
THE COURT ORDERS that all
persons interested in this matter shall
appear before this court at 9:00 a.m. on
September 18, 2008, in the courtroom
in Department 60, Room 102, located
at 725 Court Street, Martinez, California
94553, to show cause, if any, why the
petition for change of name should not
be granted.
A copy of this Order to Show Cause
shall be published at least once a week
for four successive weeks prior to the
date set for hearing on the petition in
the Rossmoor News, a newspaper of
general circulation printed in the County
of Contra Costa.
Judith Sanders
Judge Pro Tem of the Superior Court
Date: July 22, 2008
Legal RN 4133
Publish Aug. 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2008
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
FILED: August 7, 2008
M. Caughrean, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005963-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
Best Prices – UDR Enterprises, 2726
N. Main St., Walnut Creek, CA 94597,
Contra Costa Co.
Nathan Thoms
3170 Oak Rd. #409
ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR
CHANGE OF NAME
To all interested persons: Petitioner
SONDRA YVETTE MICHAELSON.
has filed a petition with this court for
a decree changing names as follows:
present name: SONDRA YVETTE
MICHAELSON (AKA) SONDRA OILL
MICHAELSON to proposed name:
SONDRA YVETTE OILL.
THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear
before this court at 9:00 a.m. on October
3, 2008, in the courtroom in Department
60, Room 102, located at 725 Court
Street, Martinez, California 94553, to
show cause, if any, why the petition for
change of name should not be granted.
A copy of this Order to Show Cause
shall be published at least once a week
for four successive weeks prior to the
date set for hearing on the petition in the
Rossmoor News, a newspaper of general
circulation printed in the County of Contra
Costa.
Judith Sanders
Judge Pro Tem of the Superior Court
Date: Aug. 6, 2008
Legal RN 4139
Publish Aug. 13, 20, 27 & Sept. 3, 2008
555 Escobar St.
P.O. Box 350
C. Sullivan, Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005701-00
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
Law Offices of Jerod A. Marsalli, 180 Golf
Club Rd., #265, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523,
Contra Costa Co.
Jerod A. Marsalli
419 Camelback Road
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523
Business conducted by an Indivudual.
name listed above.
s/Nathan Thoms
stamp.
Stephen L. Weir,
County Clerk
Legal RN 4140
Publish Aug. 20 & 27, & Sept. 3 & 10,
2008
Business conducted by an Indivudual.
s/Jerod A. Marsalli
stamp.
Stephen L. Weir
County Clerk
Legal RN 4141
Publish Aug. 20 & 27, & Sept. 3 & 10,
2008
FOR INFORMATION ASSISTANCE, CALL:
Billing inquiries and information ............................988-7637
Building and manor repairs: interior/exterior .........988-7650
Bus information ......................................................988-7670
Dial-a-Bus ...............................................................988-7676
Landscape maintenance and pest control ................988-7640
Manor alterations and resales..................................988-7660
Recreation vehicle parking information..................988-7717
555 Escobar St., P.O. Box 350
Courtney Munn,
Deputy County Clerk
Contra Costa County
FILE NO: F-0005764-00
JIM’S
AUTO
BODY
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS
NAME STATEMENT
Baby Global Boutique, 2570 Walnut Blvd.
#19, Walnut Creek, CA 94596, Contra
Costa Co.
Est. 1962 by Jim Maltbie
Sara Luka
2570 Walnut Blvd. #19
Business conducted by an indivudual.
name listed above.
s/Sara Luka
stamp.
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CLASSIFICATION CODE
CLASSIFIED AD
Personals .............................. 10
Found .................................... 20
Lost ....................................... 30
Miscellaneous....................... 40
Autos For Sale ...................... 50
Autos For Sale/Dealers ....... 55
Autos Wanted ...................... 60
Autos Wanted/Dealers ........ 65
Carports & Garages For Rent ..... 70
Carports & Garages Wanted ....... 80
For Sale................................. 90
Travel.................................... 95
Business Services ............... 100
Professional Services ......... 110
Health Services .................. 115
Residential Care ................ 118
Seeking Employment......... 120
Help Wanted ...................... 130
Wanted ............................... 140
Business Opportunities ..... 145
Real Estate For Sale .......... 150
Real Estate For Rent ......... 160
Real Estate Wanted ........... 170
Pets...................................... 180
Classified ads in the Rossmoor
News are a minimum of $12.50
for 30 words or less for nonresidents and $8 for residents.
Each additional word is 25¢.
Phone numbers are one word.
Discount rates available for
long-term ads. Payment must
be made at the time the ad is
placed.
Place classified ads at the News
office located at Gateway
complex in the back parking
lot, or mail to P.O. Box 2190,
Walnut Creek, CA 94595.
Classified ads and payment
information can be e-mailed
to [email protected],
or faxed to 925-935-8348.
The ad deadline is Friday at
10 a.m. for each Wednesday
edition. Deadline changes due
to holidays will be printed in
the News.
For information, call the News
Monday through Friday from 8
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medical appointments. Pickup and
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RELIABLE ROSSMOOR resident, retired Marine driving luxury Lexus to
airports, doctors etc. I will get you
there safely. Best rates 2/1. Call
Reliable Richard at 925-935-9266.
“EXPERIENCED, PROFESSIONAL
Driver ” available to Rossmoor
residents for door-to - door service to doctors, dentists, shopping, airports and long distance.
Wine tours available. Licensed,
Insured, safe, dependable. Call
“Jonny” 925-395-8181. Excellent
Rossmoor references!
50 AUTOS FOR SALE
2000 LEXUS LS400, white, tan leather, 86,000 miles, power moon roof,
privacy glass, CD changer with XM
Satellite Radio, factor y chrome
wheels, dealer serviced with all
records. Kelly BB $15,390, asking
$15,000. Call 707-552-8587.
RV, 28 -FOOT DOLPHIN Class A.
Located at spot 138 Rossmoor RV
parking. $11,000. Recent replacement of furnace, hot water heater,
etc. Excellent for short trips. More
information: 925-944-1930.
CHRYSLER VAN 1998, 9-passenger. 102,000 miles. Leather seats.
Automatic, gold, 3.8 engine. CD/
cassette. Comfortable van. $4,000
OBO. 925 -949 - 8494, 925 -9444930.
60 AUTOS WANTED
CLASSIC CAR COLLECTOR seeking to expand collection. Will buy
any car, running or not. I will pay
top dollar and complete an easy
transaction. Please call Brad at
925-876-1281.
WILL PAY $$$ FOR YOUR CAR Will
consider most vehicles, year and
condition. Please contact me and
let me know what you have. Also
looking for gas golf carts too! Walnut Creek resident, 925-639-4715.
65 AUTOS WANTED /
DEALERS
2002 FORD EXPLORER, XLS, V6,
2WD, dark red; 40,000 miles; excellent condition. Cruise control,
power windows, doors, etc. Fully
serviced, records available. Blue
book $7,500. Asking $6,500. Call
925-588-9906.
TAKE THE HASSLE OUT of selling
your car. Call Dave Frank at “Frank
Brothers” the used car professionals, 925-942-3679. Licensed,
bonded and insured. We also buy
estate cars.
2003 VOLVO S80 TURBO, silver
with ivory leather. Mint condition.
Garaged. Records, books. Only
54,000 miles. Automatic, all options.
26 mpg highway. Safest car on the
road. $15,995. Call 925-672-1237.
56 AUTOS /
SERVICE /REPAIR
RV MONACO CAMELOT 40 feet, 4
slides, cherry cabinets, ceramic tile
floors, 4-door fridge, solar power,
diesel generator, only 22K miles.
All luxur y options, new $ 325K,
steal at $185K. 925-784-3833.
BETTY CASE
ROSSMOOR REALTY
CUSTOM AUTO BY LOU Custom
detailing and auto body repair by
Rossmoor residents son. Please
call Lou for beautiful detailing,
custom pin-stripping or painting of
your vehicle. In business for over
30 years. Pick-up / delivery and
towing service available. Member
of BBB with Rossmoor references.
Call 925-676-4521.
932-1162 or 287-3347
70 CARPORTS &
GARAGES FOR RENT
Specializing in Rossmoor since 1983
ENTRY 4 PI NE K NOLL $ 35 per
month. Phone 415-775-5621.
www.BettyCaseSellsRossmoor.com
• Committed to Your Satisfaction
• Reputation Second-to-None
• Buying or Selling, Call Me
NEW PRICE &
NEW LOOK!
Incredible Value
for this
Sequoia
Just $157,000!
• Spacious 2 bedroom/1bath
• Open patio with hill views
• Recently added stall shower
• Washer/dryer in unit
• Beautiful hardwood floor entry
Call me today to view this popular model!
Maria Napoli Eberle
(925) 817-7232 Direct
(415) 710-6937 Cell
1950 Tice Valley Blvd., Walnut Creek, CA 94595
email: [email protected]
website: www.mariaeberle.com
80 CARPORTS &
GARAGES WANTED
GARAGE NEEDED A.S.A.P. One
year lease; due to urgency-willing
to negotiate price and will pre-pay.
Rossmoor resident 925-376-2331.
90 FOR SALE
USED ELECTRIC TWIN BED with
remote control. $500 or best offer.
Call 925-639-7725.
GOLF CLUBS Matched set of graphite
irons 2-PW with sand wedge. Golf
bag and hand pull-cart, along with
a Lite-weight carry bag and metal
stand. Will add box of new Top-Flite
or Titleist golf balls as incentive. Illness requires I give up the game of
golf, reluctantly. Priced to sell—all
above for only $325. Call for appointment. 925-947-0573.
PR I D E RE VO : 4 wheel mobilit y
scooter. New batteries. Used very
little. Like new condition. Asking
$1,100 OBO. 925-977-1889.
MEDICAL EQUIPMENT- Like new.
Electric hospital bed and table;
bedside commode; shower chair
with back, slides in tub and swivels; companion wheelchair with gel
seat; cane with butterflies. Mary
Lou, 925-945-1331.
LOVE SEAT wall-hugger recliner.
Purchased ‘07, like new, sage
green. $500. 925-947-1273.
90 FOR SALE
QUEEN-FITTED BEDSPREAD and
11 pillows. Custom-made and used
in guest room. Beautifully crafted
in Charlottesville, Virginia. Original
cost; $ 2,048; have receipt. Reasonable offer. Rossmoor resident.
925-934-5645.
100 BUSINESS SERVICES
BEAUTY
HOME SERVICE; LICENSED Manicures, $12. Pedicures, $ 20. Call
Benita Ochoa for appointment in
your home, 925-432-6383 or cell
925-759-5594.
NAIL CARE IN YOUR home, for men
and women. Pedicures, $26. Toe
nail trim only, $18. Finger nail trim
with any above service, for an additional $ 5. Licensed. Call Claudia, 925-228-8606 to leave a message.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE in
R o s s m o o r. H a i r c u t , s h a m p o o
set, permanent wave, manicure,
pedicure, caregiver help, personal
needs, companionship, housekeeping, day or night relief, reasonable prices, friendly, dependable, experienced. Call Mathilda
925-933-0979. Leave message.
Thanks.
THE HOUSECALL HAIRSTYLIST!
Bringing the salon experience to
you... Colors, cuts, and styles.
Lip and brow waxing too. Over 13
years experience. Call Julie Barras, licensed cosmetologist and
esthetician, 925-286-9869.
CARPET CLEANING
CA R PE T C LE A N I N G ; Fa s t an d
professional service. Same day
appointment available. Spot specialist. Low, low price. Sell new
carpet. Licensed. Call today 925383-1253.
CONSTRUCTION
CONTRACTORS
COUNTER TOPS: Need kitchen or
bath countertops? Walls for shower or tubs? Free estimates, then
you decide. 67 color selections by
Kerrock. Rossmoor resident, Ed
Ostrowski 925-287-8854.
CROWN MOLDING SPECIALIST
master carpenter with over 30
years of experience. Licensed
(775026) and insured, with family and references in Rossmoor.
Contact Cal at 925-372-9265 or
[email protected] for free estimate.
BATH TUB & TILE; resurfacing, color change, chip repairs, non-skid
bottoms. “Perma Ceram”. Contractor license 913624. Call 925-6340855.
WESTLAKE CONSTRUCTION Established in 1979 specializing in
residential remodel work. Interior and exterior. No job too small.
We’re a can do company. License
#420423. Michael Soto, 925-7863477. Michael Zamora, 925-8762304.
COMPUTERS
ROSSMOOR COMPUTER Services.
Hardware setup, repairs and upgrades, software and application
training. New systems and software
sales. Professional on Windows
XP. Firewall and pop-up control.
Call 925-899-8211.
ERIC’S COMPUTERS- Need help?
We set up new computers, Internet
connections, e-mail. Troubleshoot,
repair, replace internal/external devices, upgrades, consulting. Digital
photography specialist. We make
house calls. www.ericscomputers.
com 24 hours, 925-676-5644.
NEED COMPUTER HELP? Call Harry, 925-926-1081, 925-788-8006.
Rossmoor resident. 30 plus years
experience. Certified. Install hardware, software. Problem resolution,
upgrades. Receive dead computers. Data backup, recovery. Networking, Internet connectivity, DSL
setup. Used computer purchases,
sale, recycle. Resolve virus, spyware problems. Free computer
performance audit. Printers, faxes,
mass mail merges, web page, publisher, Power Point, Access, Excel
development.
DRYER VENT CLEANING
DRYER VENT ALERT: We have
cleaned over 300 dryer vents in the
last 2 years at Rossmoor. Protect
yourself from possible fire, inefficient, and extra energy use. Special rates for full Mutuals. Call 925288-1911.
CONSTRUCTION /TILE
THE TILE LADY- New installations.
Kitchens, bathrooms, floors, patios. Will take any size job. Caulking,
grout repairs to major renovations.
Reliable, prompt, 23 years of experience. Call Monica for an estimate
925-383-8148.
CONTRACTORS /FLOOR COVERING
FLO OR COVER I N G - LI CE N S ED,
sales and installation handling all
your floor covering needs. Servicing Rossmoor residents for over 20
years. Quality service, reasonable
rates. Call Cliff at 925-698-4100.
License #846394.
DIRECT SALES FLOORS- Carpeting, vinyl, hardwood, laminate and
tile. Free estimates. Installation
available. 29 years in business, licensed and bonded. Tony Gomez
925 - 837- 0555 of fice, 510 - 409 2144 cell.
ELECTRICAL
LICENSED ELECTRICIAN & home
t heater s ales and inst allat io n.
Dependable. Lamp repair, telephone and television cable; quiet
bath fans, ceiling fans, can lights.
No job too small. Free estimates.
Call Bryan, 925-567-6384.
FLUORESCENT LIGHTS- replaced
or installed with free lens cleaning. Rossmoor resident will give
you the best price and ser vice.
Call Michael at 925-933-9410.
FURNITURE
“HANDY-HARDY” Experienced, dependable and reasonable rates.
No job too small. Replace door
or window screens. Unlicensed,
Rossmoor resident with Rossmoor
references. Call 925-944-5990.
AMADORS ON TIME HANDYMAN
Specializes in small projects, T.V.
cable repair, doors, ceiling fans,
etc. Rossmoor references. Reasonable rates. Call Mr. Amador 925395-6272.
CRANE’S HANDYMAN SERVICES,
LLC. “Your small project expert ”
ser ving Rossmoor for nearly 10
years! Electrical, plumbing, furniture assembly, baseboards, crownmolding and more! The only handyman you’ll need! Business License
018239. Call David, 925-899-7975.
GRAHAM DOES HONEY-DO’S Experienced, references, reasonable.
Expert repairs, refinishing, remodeling. Carpentry, electrical, plumbing,
heating. Doors, baseboard, crown
molding, cabinets, windows, walls,
ceilings and floors. Free estimates,
unlicensed. Call Graham 4-quality,
925-954-7194.
STORAGE CLOSETS Graham builds
in your carport recess, starting at
$650 (unpainted). Call Graham for
quality, 925-954-7194.
PLUMBING- Experienced and reliable plumber to take care of all your
plumbing needs. Call Chris at 925852-5157. Reasonable rates and
fast service. Rossmoor references.
Have bar code.
E XPERIENCED HANDYMAN ,
c a l l fo r a l l yo u r r e p a i r n e e d s .
Ele c tr i c al, p lum b ing, paint ing,
tile, dr ywall, and more. 18 years
e x p e r i e n c e . R o s s m o o r r e f e re n c e s , l i c e n s e d . C a l l R i c h ar d
and Pat t y, 925 -932-2773, Walnut Creek.
PROFESSIONAL POWERWASHING
C l e a n s a l l e x t e r i o r f l o o r s u rfaces: patios, courtyards,
“Trex” decks, sidewalks, stairs,
t i l e, o u t d o o r c a r p e t , c a r p o r t s
(oil stains removed ) . Painting,
caulking, exper t window / mirror
cleaning. Handyman work. Kevin James, 925-933-4403.
QUALIT Y WORK GUAR ANTEED
Ser ving Rossmoor since 1998.
Carpentr y, electrical, painting,
plumbing, tile and more. Our exp er t s g et i t d o ne. O ur wor k i s
guaranteed for 1 year. License
789782. Diamond Cer tified and
BBB honor role. Visa and Master Card accepted. 938-8882.
THE HANDYMAN CAN Rossmoor
resident with many suc cessful
years of maintenance and repair
in Rossmoor. Prompt, fast, neat
and cour teous. Ask for John,
925-947-1767.
B E N ’ S H A N DY M A N ’ S S E RV I C E
W i l l f i x a ny t h i n g ! S p e c i a l i ze s
in small projects: electrical,
p lum b ing, d o or s an d paint ing.
Ca ll for a ll yo ur re pair n e e d s.
Rossmoor references. On time.
Dependable. Call Ben, 925 639 -7725.
More Business Service – Handyman on page 46
GEORGE’S FURNITURE REPAIR
ser vice. Antiques and highend fur niture s pe c ialt y. Refin ishing and caning. Formerly of
Bonynge’s. 925-212-6149. No job
too small.
THIS WEEK’S
www.buyatrossmoor.com
GREEN IS GOLD
GOLD IS GREAT
“ONE OF A KIND”
Tremendous Views! Approximately
2,000 sq. ft. of living space. A double
attached garage! Hi tech kitchen!
Vaulted ceilings ! Double paned
windows! A winner! ........... $745,000
CHOICES
 Gold and Green: Bright tree outlook and
golden opportunity to buy this jewel.
Immaculate home with 2 bedrooms, 2
baths. ...................................... $475,000.
 Medal Winner: Space for the dollar,
ample patio, 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths.
Easy convention location and level access.
Asking ....................................$312,000.
 Luscious green trees from living room
windows of this 2-bedroom, 1-bath
Sonoma. Ready to move into. W/D and
close parking. .......................... $197,708.
 Don’t forget the green of the golf course
from this single-story Wyndham
featuring 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2-car
attached garage and extra large patio plus
no steps. ..................................$885,000.
PRICED UNDER MARKET
L O C AT I O N ! L O C AT I O N !
Overlooking 3rd fairway, Dollar
Ranch Course. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2
carports “Sierra” condo. Living room
with fireplace, separate dining room
(could be family room).
NOW ................................. $390,000!
★★★★
“Golden Gate” NO STEPS, SINGLE
STORY. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, totally
and completely remodeled with the
utmost good taste. See it and love it!
ONLY ................................. $364,500
Rossmoor
Realty
(925)932-1162
“Always a commitment to excellence and service.”
COMPUTER SKILLS MADE EASY
Free consultation to schedule computer training or support? Based
on your needs. At your home or
online ! Contact 925 - 639 - 6876 ;
[email protected].
Expecting guests?
Call the guest clearance
system —988-7843.
HANDYMAN
1994 TO 2005
CARPET REPAIR
CARPET REPAIR: - - - - Re-stretch,
patching, seams. Small and large
jobs welcome. Owner operated.
Repairs done by professional installer. Locally based in Pleasant
Hill. Contractor license #704323.
Serving Rossmoor over 25 years.
John Paul Jones 925-676-2255.
45
[email protected]
R O S S M O O R R E A LT Y
ROBERT
PARRISH
287-3364
TINA
PARRISH
KAREN
PARRISH
287-3316
287-3313
Rossmoor Resident
287-3322 OR
932-1162 EXT.3322
46
MOVING /PACKING /HAULING
HANDYMAN
EXPERIENCED IN ALL General to
advanced repairs. Outdoor, indoor contracting. Working my way
through college. Cheaper than the
other companies and still great
quality work. Please call Mr. Kendall, 925-250-6530.
ELECTRICIAN & HANDYMAN services: Flat-screen TV installation,
fixtures, recessed lighting, phone,
cable and data lines. $45/hour, with
3-hour minimum (can be combined
with other resident). Reliable, honest, professional. References. Tim
Isaacs, 925-979-1130.
HANDYMAN WITH TIES to Rossmoor.
Take advantage of EBMUD rebate
on low-flow toilets. Will pick-up and
install new toilet and remove old
one. Call Bill 510-387-5622.
HOME DÉCOR
DECORATOR- furniture, fabric, bedding, accessories, lighting, tile, flooring, etc. Paint color consultation,
faux and interior painting, container
or small garden design. Rossmoor
references available. Nancy Blue
925-849-4799. 9 to 6 M-F.
MOVING AND HAULING- Furniture
moved inside manor or Rossmoor
by truck. Serving Rossmoor residents and friends has been our
specialty since 1980. References. Call Gary Boell anytime. 925930-6372.
MOVING, MOVING, MOVING. We
have been moving Rossmoor residents for over 25 years. We will
match any reasonable estimate.
Designers’ Deliver y and Moving
Ser vice is loc ally owned. 925 787-4551. References available.
Free estimates.
LEW’S HAULING SERVICEPrompt ser vice. Star ting at
$ 2 2 .0 0. R o s s m o o r r e fe r e n c e s
available. Call 925-639-7725.
Helping 1800+ Families
with their Real Estate needs
Rossmoor Resident
Claudia’s and Baily’s
Weekly Market Update
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Don’t Believe
Everything
You Hear
on the News
very market is different and the only way to understand what is happening in your area is to track sales
in your specific neighborhood. You can no longer just
look at an entire county to get the real picture. Remember
housing numbers are not cyclical. They are seasonal, and
statistics need to compare “like periods” to be realistic. No
matter what headlines hit the paper; it is still and will always
be about the price and condition of the property.
It is a good time to buy. Interest rates are down and home
values have slipped a little. Interest rates could change
quickly so don’t wait. Lower loan value means lower P&I
payments and lower house value means lower taxes. You
can save all around and have a smile on your face when the
market changes. It is the time to buy! Give me a call and let’s
get started. GIVE ME A CALL IF YOU HAVE A QUESTION.
I appreciate your referrals.
Your friends and family will be treated
with the utmost care and professionalism.
Claudia
Edwards
&Baily
Working Dog-Gone Hard For You!
925-683-9653
[email protected]
www.Claudia-edwards.com
For every closed sale in
2008, Claudia and Baily
will donate $400 to UCSF
Breast Cancer Research
“ MANOR MOVER” Just name it !
Large or small, we do it all. Gentle rates, great ser vice. Hauling
also. 925-947-6711.
LORI YOUNG ★ TOP PRODUCING AGENT ★ 25+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
A S S O C I AT E B R O K E R
WE HAVE FAM ILY In Rossmoor !
Friendly, efficient and reasonable.
Many references, BBB, licensed
and insured. www.e-zmove.com
or call EZ Move Moving Services
for the easiest move ever. 925 335-2222.
WILL HAUL AWAY Your throw-aways.
We will haul away your un-wantables. No job too small, no job too
large. We have been serving the
Rossmoor area for over 25 years.
Call Bob: 925-944-0606.
TONY’S HAULING SERVICE, find us
in the phone book. We haul your
junk. Furniture, appliances, debris.
We do trash outs. Save this coupon for $30 off full load. $20 off half
load. $10 off quarter load. $60 minimum. Call 925-382-6544. Email
www.tonyshaulingsrvc.com.
680 MOVERS: Professional packing
and un-packing, loading and unloading. We protect your treasured
possessions with care. Rossmoor
discounts. 925-395-3935.
AFFORDABLE, COURTEOUS & dependable: Myles Hauling moves
you ; need something moved or
hauled away, pickup or delivery
made. Call Myles Hauling at 925360-2779.
NEED HELP MOVING? Don’t be
overwhelmed. We help you sort,
pack, move, unpack and organize,
decide what to keep, store, sell, donate and discard. Credit cards, references, easyMove 925-348-0812.
Licensed, Certified, Insured, Bonded. www.easymoveforseniors.com
LORI YOUNG PRESENTS
ROSSMOORʼS FINEST HOMES
CARMEL MODEL
What a View, What a Location, What a Home with
essentially an unobstructed view ... this sophisticated
and stylish home has been remodeled throughout with
an impressive compass of fine home amenities seldom
found ★★ Only $298,000
WESTCHESTER MODEL
Rare Level-in home that is Bright and beautifully updated Westchester Model with attached garage and
carport offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a den, as
well as an expanded sitting area in master bedroom.
The wonderful updates start with beautiful bamboo
flooring at the entry and follows into the formal dining room complemented with views of the golf course.
The living room features inviting fireplace with artfully framed fireplace and view of lush vegetation and
mountains. A lot of home for only ★★ $565,000
EXCLUSIVE SEQUOIA WRAP-2 BATH
This immaculate and updated home has so much space
and flows with many appointed features throughout ....
from the first step you are greeted with a beautiful beveled glass door, archways, rounded transitional corners,
handsome crown and base molding and the list goes on
... compare and be impressed with this expanded 2 bath
Sequoia Wrap for only ★★ $268,000
YOSEMITE CONDO MODEL
Location, Location, Location, right in the heartbeat of
Rossmoor. This lovely updated Yosemite condo has it
all .... rare, highly sought after area of Rossmoor within
walking distance to everything. The private terra cotta
tiled patio offers an open view of the creek. Pleasant garden and lawn views from both bedrooms. The
home flows with many appointed features .... for only
$325,000
LORI YOUNG ★ WHERE CARING AND
PROFESSIONALISM ARE ONE AND THE SAME
Please call me directly at, 925-787-6357, to see any one
of these beautiful homes or any other home in Rossmoor.
I exclusively serve this wonderful community.
Lori Young
Fine Home Specialist
If you would like to sell your home,
list with me – my listings sell!!
I enjoy exceeding my clientsʼ expectations with utmost
integrity & sincerity
925-787-6357
ROSSMOOR REALTY 925-287-3329
PAINT/WALLPAPER
ROSSMOOR PAINTING SERVICE
by Al Welsh. Five year guarantee
on workmanship. Most Rossmoor
residents prefer our neatness, dependable, personal attention, because we care. Rossmoor references, bonded and insured. License
#507098. Free estimates. Pacific
Bay Painting. 925-932-5440.
QUALITY PAINTING and Decorating Co. For the finest in Professional painting. Contractor’s State
License 253412. Free estimates.
Over 50 years experience. Call David D. Colomy Jr. 925-229-3435. I
personally do all the painting. Winter rates all year.
INTERIOR PAINTING, All painting
services: wallpaper removal; wall
repairs and preparation; acoustic
ceilings; cabinets. No job too large
or too small. You can rely on and
will enjoy my personal ser vice.
Well-established in Rossmoor - 24
years experience. Free estimates,
consultation. License # 677208.
David M. Sale 925-945-1801.
DE MART I NO PAI NT I NG C.S.L .
503646. Ser ving the Rossmoor
Community since 1977. Interior/exterior painting, faux finishing, wallpaper installation/removal, cabinet
refinishing, crown molding and
baseboard installation, acoustical ceiling removal/ re-spray, and
drywall repair/ installation, all done
fast, professional manner. We
guarantee our work, references,
free estimates. Please call Pierre
at 925-255-3352.
ACOUSTIC CEILING REMOVALYour choice; 1-Remove popcorn.
2-Remove and texture, 3-Remove,
texture and paint cabinets, doors
and complete interiors. Call J&S
Painting, 925-228-0933 or cell 707292-1930.
ROSS PAINTING & WALLPAPER
Wood staining, carpentry, popcorn
ceiling removal, sheet rock repair.
Contractor License 615553. 35
years experience. Free estimates
call Paul at 925-943-1154.
PRESSURE WASHING
POWER-WASHING-CLEANING;
Patios, entry, stairs, windows and
overhangs. Rossmoor resident.
Call Michael at 925-933-9410.
REPAIRS
FINE CLOCK REPAIR- Repairing
Rossmoor’s fine antique and modern clocks for over 10 years. House
calls. Free pick-up and delivery.
I stand behind my workmanship.
Jonathan Goodwin, 925-376-4668.
C R A I G’ S A P P L I A N C E R E PA I R
would love to help you. I work on all
appliances and brands. 25 years
experience, licensed and insured.
Reasonable rates, Rossmoor references. Please call 925-550-3586.
JIMMY’S REPAIR SERVICE We do
what you don’t want to do: Carpentry, electrical, plumbing and more!
Licensed (775026) bonded and insured. Rossmoor references. Contact Jimmy at 925-473-9255. Gift
certificates available.
TAILORING /ALTERATIONS
CUSTOM TAILORING and alterations. We make custom suits for
men and women using beautiful
fabrics. Special price for hem shortening $12. Men and women ready
made clothes turn into custom
made. Call Shari 925-943-1505.
1812 Tice Valley Plaza, W.C.
TELEPHONE & TV
T V-DVR-VCR / DVD ASSISTANCE
TV, remote control, DVD/DVR, telephone set-up and installation. Help
with programming and recording.
Solve remote control problems. Assist with timed programming. Call
Tim, “The Video Assist Guy.” 925837-6682. Rossmoor references.
TELEPHONE & TV
MISCELLANEOUS
ALL WIRING AND JACKS for phone
fa x, DSL and T V. License No.
753568. Rossmoor approved. 925363-4940.
ADT LIFE SAFETY SYSTEMS: Enjoy
“peace of mind” with an emergency
response system for medical, fire
and burglary protection. Call today!
Gregory Barker, Security Consultant 925-818-1810 or email: [email protected].
AUDIO/VIDEO SUPPORT Rossmoor
resident. Audio, video, VCR, DVD,
DVR, DVI, TIVO, Web and Digital
TV connectivity, installation, instruction and remote control usage. Call Harr y, 925-926 -1081,
925-788-8006 (cell).
WINDOW CLEANING
AAA WINDOW WASHING Rossmoor
resident with Rossmoor references. Call for appointment. Michael,
925-933-9410.
EXPERT WINDOW & MIRROR cleaning. Serving Rossmoor for fourteen
years. Also, professional power
washing. Cleans all exterior floor
surfaces, patios, courtyards, “Trex
Decks”, sidewalks, tile, carports.
Painting, handyman work. Kevin
James 925-933-4403.
WINDOW COVERINGS
R O N ’ S W I N D OW C OV E R I N G S Blinds, Drapes, Valances, Shutters, and Shades. Free in home
consultation. Free personalized
installation. Quick reliable service.
Serving Rossmoor for 20 years.
Call 925-827-0946.
YARD SERVICES
YARD MAI NTENANCE ; pruning,
hedging, weeding, shrub removal,
planting and general cleanup service. Let me help make your garden one to be proud of. Dave’s Yard
Maintenance ser vice. Call 925682-8389 today.
“PARADISE” ALL TYPES of Fine
Gardening. Yard “Shape-up” and
“Maintenance”. Trimming, pruning,
weeding, shrub removal, yard design and planting. Patio container/
specialist. Dependable, on time.
Quality results! Call Les at 925639-7725.
YARD MAINTENANCE- Clean-up,
landscaping, perennials, bulbs,
planting, pruning and weeding.
Personal attention to your garden
needs. Call Ed at 925-934-6487.
Thank you.
GARDENING: LET ME Rejuvenate
your patios and garden beds. I’ve
worked for 100’s of residents for
over 20 years. Reliable vacation watering also. Jane, 925-938-8256.
“RENT-A- GENT” House, garden,
MISCELLANEOUS
ROSSMOOR FLUORESCENT
Bulbs: I will install these bulbs, all
four for $60. This is total price including tax. Lamp repair and odd
jobs are my specialty. Call George
925-671-9208.
FLUORESCENT LIGHT- replaced or
installed with free lens cleaning.
Rossmoor resident will give you the
best price and service. Call Michael
at 925-933-9410.
REGULAR TRASH PICK UP from
yo u r f r o n t d o o r t o yo u r e n t r y
dumpster. Having dif ficult y lif ting, bending and walking? Or just
tired?. I also provide other services such as pet care, home visits,
driver, shopper, ask I may be able
to help you. Dependable and gentle. Leave message for Perri at
925-969-1839. Weekly, bi-weekly,
on-going service. Rossmoor references.
SONY HOME THEATERS: Experience the power and emotion of a
live performance at home! Sony
flat panel LCD HD-TV’s, 5.1 surround sound and whole house
stereo. Call Gregory Barker. 925818-1810.
TREX DECK CLEANING Tired of
looking at a dirty Trex patio deck?
Our cleaning procedure will remove
most of those black stains and restore its original appearance. Sealing available. Call 925-288-1911.
110 PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES
ATTORNEY DOROTHY HENSON :
Living Trusts, Wills, Estate Planning and Probate. No charge for initial consultation. Will meet in your
manor at your convenience. Notary. Rossmoor resident. Call 925935-6494 or office 925-943-1620.
LAW OFFICE OF Philip P. Engler.
Phillis A. Engler, Attorney at Law.
Wills and estate planning. Special rate for Rossmoor residents.
Call 925-938-9909.
110 PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES
I BUY, SELL, AND APPRAISE U.S.
and world coins and currency. 36year resident of Moraga will come
to your home upon request. Bruce
Berman, Moraga Numismatics,
NGC Dealer. 925-283-9205.
NOTARY PUBLIC Rossmoor resident will come to you. Bonded and
licensed. Joan Pedron 925-9802250 or email [email protected]
115 HEALTH SERVICES
PROFESSIONAL NURSE WITH 24
years of qualified experience. I
have a passion for those in need
of c are. I c an provid e nur sing
care, hospice care and post surger y recover y. References provided upon request. Please call
Walnut Creek resident, Janet at
925-944-9241.
FITNESS TRAINING Robert Goldstein, M.S., Amer i c an C olleg e
of Sports Medicine. Health challenges and general fitness. Personal exercise programs. Free
phone consultation. Visit my Web
site Readyexercise.com or call
925-287-1906.
115 HEALTH SERVICES
D R . B E T H M A R X D. C . , L . A . C .
Gentle therapeutic massage,
acupuncture, and gentle chiro prac t ic c are. Lic ensed wit h 20
years experience. Insurance.
Medicare accepted. House calls.
510-834-1557.
120 SEEKING
EMPLOYMENT
CAREGIVERS
“QUALITY ELDER-CARE” Skilled
caregivers available. Over 20 years
Gerontology experience caring for;
Physically disabled, Stroke, Post
surgery, Dementia, Alzheimer’s and
Hospice. Professional, cheerful and
affordable. Excellent references.
Bonded. No fee. Call Contra Costa
Caregivers, Carolyn 925-933-6475.
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120 SEEKING
EMPLOYMENT
CAREGIVERS
CARING CAREGIVERS - Over 10
years of vast experience providing
total patient care. We are 3 professional native Californians. 4 hour
minimum. Call Priscilla 925-3300192, Susan 925-788-9605, Betty
925-274-3866-Rossmoor resident.
LOOKING FOR WORK for either 8,
12 or 24 hour shifts. Live-in/ liveout. Loving, caring, responsible,
honest, hardworking and reliable.
I have been in this profession for
20 plus years and I am bonded.
Call Dorothy, 707-655-6830 or 707643-6141.
More Seeking Employment
– Caregivers on page 50
SONJA WEAVER
SONJA WEAVER
SONJA WEAVER
Outstanding
Achievement Awards for
Listing & Selling
SIZZLING SEQUOIA - EXCLUSIVE
Super upgrades!! DOUBLE PANE windows, plantation
shutters, pot lights, Berber carpeting and new vinyl. Kitchen
includes easy care Corian counters with mostly newer
appliances. 2 BED. Very bright bathroom with newer
cabinets, counter, stall shower and washer, dryer. So bright. 2
SKYLIGHTS and nice view. Call SONJA. $172,000.
★★★★
CREAM PUFF - NO STEPS, LEVEL-IN
Great view! See Lafayette ridge from this beautifully
remodeled SAN FRANCISCAN. Smooth ceiling, Custom
trim, stall shower, SKYLIGHT with washer & dryer. 2 BED/1
BATH. Galley kitchen with slab granite and handsome appls.
Front garden and atrium, extra close to bus and carport. Call
SONJA . Reduced drastically. $269,000.
★★★★
HAVE YOUR CAKE AND EAT IT TOO
High end unit exquisitely remodeled. NO STEPS condo with
wide, screened in deck overlooking magnificent trees. 2 BED/1
½ BATH, VILLA CORDOVA. Moulding, rope and pot
lighting, arches, built-in cabinets and designer colors. Ultimate
kitchen with granite counters, maple cabinets, stainless steel
appls. and dining area.. Call SONJA/ Was $384,000, NOW
$349,000.
★★★★
STRETCH OUT - MONTROSE
Beautiful 2BEDS/2BATH. + Family room + formal dining
and breakfast area. Interesting, floor plan. Spacious living room
with gas fireplace. See rolling hills and ridge. Open kitchen
and newly installed appls. Roomy master bedroom suite with
walk-in closet. Attractive moulding, double pane windows.
Nearly 1600 sq. ft. Garage. Call SONJA $539,000.
★★★★
BE IMPRESSED. IT’S A GALLOWAY
LOVELY!! Like model home in newer area. Lots of windows
and clerestories bring the outside in. Outstanding kitchen
with NEW stainless steel appls. EXTRA cabinets too.
Elegant formal dining or breakfast nook with roomy pantry.
2BED/2BATH. Vanity and walk-in closet. See towering trees
and eastern ridge by day or twinkling lights by night. Garage.
SONJA $471,000.
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LOWEST PRICED GOLDEN
SOLD GATE!!! $179,000.
Beautiful setting.
INTERESTED IN MEALS AND
LIGHT HOUSEKEEPING?
TRY RENTING A CONDO IN WATERFORD
6 MOS. – 1 YEAR. GIVE ME, SONJA, A CALL.
THINKING OF SELLING? GIVE ME A CALL.
LIST AND SELL WITH THE LEADER
SONJA WEAVER
932-1162 or 287-3317 direct
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OUR CURRENT EXCLUSIVE LISTINGS
CYPRESS – 1 bed, 1 bath condo. ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL
SETTINGS IN ROSSMOOR! Remodeled kit & bath. Crown mldgs,
decorator basebds, designer window coverings. Added lg window in
LR. Very lt & brite. Close to carport. ............................$198,500
CYPRESS – 1 bed, 1 bath condo. ADORABLE CONDO w/updates
thruout & pretty setting. Remodeled kit, smooth ceilings, crwn mldg &
basebrds. Tile in kitche & bath w/cherry laminate thruout living area.
Must See. .................................................................... $199,000
MENDOCINO – 1 bed, 1 bath co-op. NICE MENDOCINO WITH 3
SKYLIGHTS. Carpet & paint in good condition. Tile entry. Very close to
laundry and Gateway Clubhouse. ................ $144,000 Equity
SEQUOIA – 2 bed, 1 bath co-op. BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED.
Double pane windows, attractive plantation shutters, Corian counters,
fancy s/s refrigerator & stove. Lots of pot lights. Faux stall shower.
Washer/dryer. Plus 2 skylights make this light & cheery. Distant valley
view. Very close to bus & carport. ................ $172,000 Equity
SEQUOIA WRAP – 2 bed, 1 bath co-op. LOVELY VU OF HILLS &
TREES! Updated all white kit. Stall shower & open wrap. Lovely vu of
hills & trees. Close to carport. ..................... $199,000 Equity
SONOMA – 2 bed, 1 bath co-op. LIGHT & BRIGHT. Tile entry,
ungraded counters, good condition, close to carpoet & laundry.
Shutters on front bedrooms. Honeycomb shades on LR & DR windows.
.................................................................. $140,000 Equity
SONOMA – 2 bed, 1 bath co-op. BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED &
DECORATED. Granite counters in kit & bath. Priced to Sell!! Very close
to laundry. ..................................................$149,000 Equity
SONOMA – 2 bed, 1 bath co-op. CHARMING CO-OP IN MOVE-IN
CONDITION. Lovely view of green trees to hills. Some pergo flrng, newer
cntrs, W/D & shower. A pleasure to show. ........ $197,700 Equity
SONOMA WRAP – 2 bed, 1.5 bath co-op. LEAST EXPENSIVE
2/1.5 ON MARKET! Updated oak kit, stall shower, upgraded window
covering, new D/W & blt-in micro. ...............$195,000 Equity
CASCADE II – 2 bed, 2 bath condo. PRIVACY GALORE – NO ROAD
NOISE! Two patios - one is fenced. All white kit. w/lg breakfast area. Builtin micro. Separate laundry room. Garage & carport! .......$490,000
INVERNESS – 2 bed, 2 bath condo. ON THE GOLF COURSE! Lg
kit w/ample cbnt & brkfst nk. Cozy den. Excellent condition & perfect
location. Staged! Extra storage in crprt. ..................... $559,000
SEQUOIA WRAP – 2 bed, 2 bath co-op. IMMACULATE w/many
appointed features thru-out incl beautiful beveled glass dr, archways,
rounded corners, handsome crown & base moldings & much more.
...................................................................$268,000 Equity
TAHOE – 2 bed, 2 bath condo. VIEWS OF GOLF COURSE &
WESTERN HILLS. Fresh paint, carpet, lino. New heating/cooling in
2002. .........................................................................$498,500
YOSEMITE – 2 bed, 2 bath co-op. GREAT YOSEMITE WITH MANY
UPGRADES. New granite countertops, crown molding, carpet & paint.
Skylite in 2nd bath. Full size W/D. Great patio with gate entrance.
................................................................... $312,000 Equity
CONVERSION – 3 bed, 2 bath condo at The Waterford. RARE TO
THE MARKET!! Immaculate home w/new carpet, fresh paint & new kit
vinyl. This is a dbl condo & one of Waterford largest homes. Offers 3/2 & 2
parking spaces, 2 storage rms, lndry rm w/full size W/D. ....$685,000
OUR CURRENT MLS LISTINGS:
3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
ROSSLYN – VIEW! VIEW! VIEW!. This Rosslyn
has an unsurpassed view of golf course & tennis
courts. Tile entry, W/D, fireplace. A true 3 BR home
w/2 baths. Carpets professionally cleaned. Walk-in
closet. Breakfast nook. ................. $690,000
SANTA CLARA – FABULOUS REMODEL with
real hardwood floors, recessed lighting, 3 skylights,
granite - tile - plantations & more. Serene
ambiance from large gated patio. ... $555,000
2 BEDS, 2 1/2 BATHS
EUCALYPTUS – 2 BR/2.5BA PLUS DEN.
SPECTACULAR VIEW FROM PRISTINE DUPLEX
HOME!! Beautiful garden/patio. Ideal location in
private court. Spacious, bright & tastefully designed
& staged. ................................... $1,199,000
2 BEDS, 2 BATHS
ASH – CATIVATING VIEWS OF CITY LIGHTS,
SUISUN BAY & MT. DIABLO! 2 way frpl. Kit granite
top, wlk-in pantry. New designer colors thru-out,
new vinyl kit & mstr bth. .............. $895,000
CASCADE – BEAUTIFUL VIEW from wrap
around deck. Tile entry. Parquet flooring thruout.
Vaulted ceilings, mirrored closet doors.
..................................................... $450,000
CASTLEWOOD – SPACIOUS CASTLEWOOD IN
GARDEN SETTING. Hardwood flooring in entry &
kitchen. Garage w/chairlift from kit & lg storage
loft plus crprt. Serene setting. ........ $575,000
CASTLEWOOD – LOVELY HOME
OVERLOOKING GOLF COURSE. Fresh paint, new
carpet & vinyl. Extra storage in garage loft.
Carport & garage. ......................... $599,000
ROSSMO
REALTY OR
LONGWOOD – 3 bed, 2 bath condo at The Waterford. RARELY
AVAILABLE! Charming w/lovely vista & exceptional convenience.
Immaculate on inside w/fresh semi custom paint thuout. New carpet
& new vinyl in kit. Oak cabinetry, eat-in kit, dual pane windows, 9’
ceilings, xtra storage. ................................................. $614,000
SEE ME ON MLS
BELVEDERE – 2 bed, 2 bath condo. ENLARGED & UPDATED! w/
nice private patio! Enclosure provides extra living space. New flooring,
Granite counter tops, fresh paint & more. Staged Beautifully, no need
to preview! ..................................................................$519,000
DORAL – 2 bed, 2 bath condo. SPECTACULAR VIEWS FROM OPEN
BALCONY. Light & bright and freshly painted. Gas fireplace in LR makes this
home warm & inviting. 2nd bedroom has been upgraded w/wonderful builtins from Euro Design. Plenty of storage space in garage. .... $430,000
SUMMIT – 2 bed, 2 bath condo. SPACIOUS & GRACIOUS! New
upgraded carpet, plantation shutters in family rm, dual fireplace. Lg
deck w/pleasant tree setting. 2 parking spaces. ...........$649,500
YOSEMITE – 2 bed, 2 bath condo. LOCATION! LOCATION!!
Lovely remodeled Condo. Private creek vu from open terra cotta
tiled patio close to golf course & Gateway. Many beautiful updates:
Corian cntrs, crwn mldg, Pergo flrg, skylites, & Much More.
................................................................................... $325,000
PIEDMONT TH – 3 bed, 2.5 bath co-op. LOVELY HOME WITH
OUTSTANDING VIEWS! Move-in condition w/new paint & carpet. Generous
rms (1673 approx. sq. ft.) lots of storage. Tile entry, new vinyl in kit &
bths, slate patio w/outstanding Mt.D Vu. ............$435,000 Equity
CONDOMINIUMS
2 BEDS, 2 BATH
3 BEDS, 3 BATHS
VALLEY OAK – CUSTOM REDESIGNED HOME
ON PREMIUM LOT. Enlarged entry & added Sun
Room make this the largest home in Rossmoor.
Views from every window. Upgraded throughout.
Hardwood floors. ....................... $1,499,000
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EXPANDED CLAREMONT – PEACEFUL
& IMMACULATE HOME! Offers updated kit w/Corian
cntr, rich hrdwd flrs & Neo Life filtered water
system. Spacious liv/din area, tiled entry, custom
silhouette window trtmnts, quality carpet & fresh
paint. Lg sun porch. ....................... $335,000
DIABLO – GORGEOUS EXPANSIVE VIEW. Upper
end unit. Kit beautifully updated in ‘03. SS appl,
window in kit & Master BA. New glass/screen frnt
dr. ................................................. $335,000
DORAL – PRIVATE, SERENE COZY HOME
w/eat-in kitchen & garden window. Wood burning
fireplace for winter nights. 2 BR & 2 BA + dining
room. Garage. Close to guest parking.
......................................................$380,000
FIRESTONE – INVITING HOME WITH HILLS
& GOLF COURSE VUS! Liv rm w/vaulted ceilings,
fireplace. Den or office w/built-ins. Large eat-in
kitchen w/newish s/s appls. Staged by Janistyle!
..................................................... $505,000
GALLOWAY – MANY, MANY WINDOWS BRING
THE OUTDOORS IN. Very light & bright. Sparkling
thruout. New paint & flooring. Extra cabs in kit. All
new SS appl. Breakfast nook. Lovely view, trees &
eastern ridge. ................................. $471,000
KENTFIELD – PRISTINE KENTFIELD WITH
NICE VIEWS! New paint, carpet & lino thru-out.
New light fixtures, very clean. Wonderful rear patio
w/side wrap. Carport very close. ......$215,000
EXP KENTFIELD – BEAUTIFUL VIEW.
Upgraded kit w/double sink & pull-out drawers. All
dual paned windows & sliding drs. Laminate floors in
kit & dining area. New WH. Lg master BR w/walk-in
closets. Extra storage on patio. ..........$385,000
LIVE OAK – LUXURIOUS SINGLE FAMILY
HOME. High volume ceilings. Updated kit
w/plantation shutters thru-out. Beautiful granite
gas frpl & custom entertainment center. Patio
w/retractable awning.
...... HUGE REDUCTION! $1,290,000
MARIPOSA – RECENT COMPLETE REMODEL.
5 gentle steps. Opened up entryway & pass thru
to kit. Granite counters, tile backsplash. Smooth
ceilings, crown mldg & basebds. Paneled doors. All
ne baths. Great outlook to trees & hills.
......................................................$450,000
MARIPOSA – LOCATION! LOCATION!
LOCATION! Single story, level-in w/carport &
garage. Brand new construction. Filtered golf
course vu. Easy walk to clubhse. Raised ceiling.
W/D, Refrig included. Dual pane windows. Eat-in
kit. Mirrored closets. ......................$499,500
MONTROSE – PERFECT VIEW OF GOLF
COURSE & HILLS. New paint, carpet, faucets. Tile
cntrs in kit. Lg eat-in kit adjacent to family rm.
Walk-in closet in master suite. ....... $530,000
MONTROSE – TRANQUIL SETTING W/VIEW
OF OPEN SPACE. Nu crwn mldg, pnt, newer appl,
Tiled eating area in kit. ..................$539,000
PINEHURST – FANTASTIC VIEW from enclosed
deck. Lovely vertical blinds, mirrored closet doors.
Newer PG&E energy efficient AC. Newer dishwasher,
refrig, W/D. .................................. $298,000
SIERRA – OVERLOOKS THE GOLF COURSE! 2
Carports. Chairlift which will be removed if buyer
wishes. Just painted, new carpet, new vinyl.
Overlooks 3rd fairway & tee of Dollar Ranch course.
.....................................................$390,000
SIERRA - REMODELED & RECONFIGURED.
Open flr plan, Maple cabs, marble fireplace, wine
cooler, French drs to sunroom, Jacuzzi tub & artistic
tiled shower. ....................................$457,500
TAHOE – UPSTAIRS END UNIT WITH GREAT
VIEWS! Den. New paint, new flooring & prof
cleaned. New refrig. ........................$475,000
TAHOE – “TAHOE IN THE TREES”. Only 4 steps
down to this darling model. Updated kitchen &
baths w/granite & new lino. New carpet & freshly
painted. Marble fireplace & 2 patios. $525,000
TAHOE – LOVELY VIEWS! Den. Fresh paint,
new carpets. New kitchen & bathroom & laundry
linoleum. ....................................... $549,000
TAHOE – PERFECT LOCATION – RIGHT ON
THE GOLF COURSE. Enlarged kitchen adds space
& charm. Hardwd flrs in dining, hall & entry. New
micro, new A/C, new DW, new WH & kitchen sink.
Parquet flrs in den. ........................ $575,000
VILLA CERRO – BEAUTIFUL VIEW from 2
decks. Lots of privacy. High ceilings. Good sized
kitchen w/skylite & breakfast area. Lg master
BR suite. Walk-in closet. Finished loft w/window
- great computer room. ..................$543,000
VILLA GRANDE – SUPERB CONDITION. 12’
ceilings, finished loft w/corner windows & skylight.
Kit cbnts refinished & new laminate counter, marble
tile entry, kit & lndry rm. Double garage.
.......................................................$745,000
VILLA NUEVO – “PENTHOUSE WITH A
VIEW”! Magnificent views from spacious living rm,
dining, master suite & 2 verandas. Custom built-ins
in dining, study & master BR. Fresh & Bright. A
pleasure to show! ..........................$649,000
WESTCHESTER – LEVEL-IN, attached garage
& carport. Bright, updated w/views of golf course
from kit & formal DR. New bamboo flrg at entry &
DR, new pnt & cpt,quartz slab surfaces, updated
appl, cozy FP w/artfully framed mantel. Mtn view.
Much More! ....................................$565,000
WHITNEY – TRANQUILITY & PRIVACY surround
this single level, elegant home w/spacious rms.
Marble frpl, vaulted ceilings in livr, wet bar in den,
sepr lndry rm. Attached gar & crprt.
.......................................................$825,000
WILLOW – BEAUTIFUL CONDO WITH ALL
THE BELLS & WHISTLES! Corian counters in kit
w/all new appliances, high end flooring & Berber
carpet. Custom french doors out to balcony, custom
plantation shutters thru-out. All new light fixtures.
......................................................$475,000
2 BEDS, 1 1/2 BATH
VILLA CORDOVA – RECENTLY REMODELED.
Extreme moke over. Crown moulding, lighting, arches,
designer paint. Kit w/granite, s/s appls incl trash comp.
2 sliders lead to screened in deck. Tranquil setting,
magnificant trees. ........................... $349,000
1 BED, 1 BATH
VILLA BELMONTE – DARLING CONDO w/no
steps or elevator! Overlooking community pool.
Encl patio is ideal for office or hobby rm. Light &
bright w/new paint. ........................$199,000
VILLA BELMONTE – VIVACIOUS VILLA
BELMONTE! Upper end unit w/panoramic views
from every window. Plantation shutters. Designer
paint. Range/DW/WD/kitchen sink only 4 yrs. Old.
..................................................... $205,000
OUR CURRENT MLS LISTINGS — COOPERATIVES (EQUITY PRICE)
2 BEDS, 1 BATH
GOLDEN GATE – TERRIFIC REMODEL. Maple
cabinets w/satin nickel hardware. Granite tile counters,
crown mldg, W/D. All the features expected in a
DeBene remodel. ....................................$364,500
GOLDEN GATE – A TUSCAN VILLA IN ROSSMOOR!
Totally remodeled. Imaginative enclosed atrium.
.............................................................. $369,000
SEQUOIA – ONE OF A KIND! Grt View. Fab remodel
by Boydston.Skylts in kit & bath, SS appl, granite
cntrs in kit & baths, Crown mldg, 6 panel drs, smooth
ceilings, lg tiled shwr, great window treatments, new
frnt dr. .................................................. $249,000
2 BEDS, 1 BATH
CARMEL – UNOBSTRUCTED PANORAMIC VIEW!
Remodeled thruout w/impressive compass of fine home
amenities seldom found. Slab granite on kit & bath
cntrs & shower stalls, dbl pane windows, bamboo &
granite flrg. Encl patio. ..........................$298,000
GOLDEN GATE – BRIGHT & SUNNY near Gateway
& golf course. New bath flooring. ...........$169,000
GOLDEN GATE – NICE VIEW! Single row, end unit
w/new carpet & paint. Extra window in kit & bth.
............................................................... $196,700
GOLDEN GATE – SO LITE & BRITE! Former
Toupin Remodel. New carpet, paint & staged. Granite
counters, white appl, crown mldg, smooth ceilings, tiled
atrium. Mock fireplace in LR, W/D. Walk to Gateway.
...............................................................$239,900
2 BED, 2 BATHS
SONOMA – ORIGINAL SONOMA. New paint. Light
& bright. View of trees. Very close to carport & laundry.
..............................................................$120,000
SONOMA – RUBBED, TUBBED & SCRUBBED! New
paint, new carpet, new kitchen linoleum. Partial view of
the eastern hills. Neat & tidy! ..................$135,000
SONOMA – IMMACULATE & UPDATED in Coop
bldg rebuilt in ‘00. Wonderful home offers: beaut oak
cabinetry & drs thruout. European lever dr handles,
decorator ltg, custom pnt w/crwn mldg. Textured
ceilings, thermal pane windows, updated kit appl.
............................................................... $139,000
SONOMA – READY TO GO. New carpet, linoleum,
paint. View of golf course, trees, neighborhood.
Enclosed veranda (bonus room). Light, bright,
pleasant. Open flowing floorplan. Lg living rm.
................................................................$149,500
SONOMA – PRISTINE HOME that sparkles thruout!!
Lots of new: carpet, pnt, granite cntr top in kit, DW,
range & hood, kit sink, kit tile flr & basebd. Very
convenient to parking! Bath has been updated.
.............................................................. $159,000
SONOMA WRAP – PARTIAL MT. DAIBLO
VIEW! Delightful setting, upgraded kit: new cabs,
appl, granite cntrs. Upgraded bath: W/D, shower/tub
enclosure, vanity & cntr top, toilet. Veranda open
at front encl side for bonus rm. New lino. Fresh pnt.
Sunny, bright. ....................................... $229,000
SONOMA WRAP – TOUPIN REMODEL – LITE &
BRITE! Plush carpets, laminate entry, all new kitchen;
designer cabinetry, granite ctrs, SS appl. Stall shower in
bath. New W/D & much more. Pleasant views.
............................................................... $279,900
1 BED, 1 BATH
CYPRESS – LEVEL-IN + park-like setting off of
patio. New carpet & paint. Carport & lndry very close.
.............................................................$125,000
MENDOCINO – DARLING HOME just steps away
from a fantastic view. Park at front door. Skylights in
updated kitchen. New vinyl, carpet & fresh paint. W/D.
............................................................$149,000
We sell more properties in Rossmoor
than all other offices combined.
Whether you’re buying or selling or
for a personal tour, call us today.
CONDOMINIUMS AT THE WATERFORD
1 BED, 1 1/2 BATH
CYPRESS – IMMACULATE w/exceptional convenience
to common area, trans & prkng. It has a panoramic
eastern exposure, new carpet, fresh paint, oak
cabinetry & thermal paned windows. .... $360,000
WESTBURY – GREAT END UNIT ON THE FIRST
FLOOR! Extremely close to carport. Neutral colors thruout. Berber carpet, lg mstr suite w/walk-in closet.
..............................................................$569,000
EXP. CHATSWORTH – 1 bed, 1.5 bath condo
at The Waterford. SENSATIONAL LOCATION!!! Bright &
cheery southern exposure w/lovely vus of fountains &
hills. Easy access to dinrm & gar prkng. Oak laminate
flring & base thru-out, neutral color, custom drapery,
closet organizer & more. ........................ $559,000
2 BEDS, 1 1/2 BATH
BROOKGREEN – IMMACULATE w/fresh pnt, new
crpt, conveniently located. Bathrm somewhat larger
which makes convenient for walkers & wheelchrs.
Extremely close to common area & bus transport. Very
pleasant view w/partial view of pond garden area.
................................................................$114,900
ROSEDOWN – BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Newly
carpeted & staged. Convenient first floor location next
to NW entrance about 1/2 way between dining rooms &
open parking space #68. ..................... $299,000
1 BED, 1 BATH
1 BED, 1 BATH
BROOKGREEN – CUTE AS A BUTTON! Convenient
1st floor location, NW entry. Immaculate. Fresh paint &
carpet, new vinyl. Staged! Close to parking.
............................................................... $125,000
BROOKGREEN – VERY CONVENIENT! Good
access to entry & dining room. Large living/dining
area. Private balcony for your outdoor enjoyment. Fully
equipped kitchen. Washer/dryer. Additional storage.
..............................................................$138,000
EXP BROOKGREEN – GREAT LOCATION, quiet,
no neighbor adjoining walls. Fresh pnt, Berber cpt.
Larger bedrm & LR than Brookgreen. Carport #148.
Convenient to bus transportation. ...........$164,500
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GOLDEN GATE – BEAUTIFUL REMODEL. All new
kitchen cabinets & appliances, slab granite countertops.
New light fixtures & hardware. Decorator colors.
Carport across from unit. W/D. New bathroom.
...............................................................$247,700
GOLDEN GATE – GOLFERS DELIGHT!! Adjacent
to golf course w/Phenominal GC View!! Immaculate,
charming & cozy. Xtr window in kit & living room facing
golf course. Laundry right outside. Golf Cart (elecl) &
charger incl. A Must See!! .......................$259,000
KENTFIELD – GREAT LOCATION, GREAT VALUE!
Newly carpeted, fresh paint, close to carport. Private
wooded setting from open deck. .............. $165,000
SAN FRANCISCAN – IMMACULATE, WARM &
INVITING HOME w/lots of updates. New carpet, vinyl
& paint. New baseboards & decorator light fixtures.
Granite counter, new appl & s/s sink in kit. Updated
bth w/Granite cntrs, deco fixtures, Kohler sink & toilet.
............................................................. $230,000
SAN FRANCISCAN – REALLY LOVELY W/VIEW
& ATTRACTIVE GARDEN. R-textured ceilings, handsome
crown molding & base. New granite cntrs, ceramic tile,
carpet, hardware. Freshly pnted ext too. Nearly all new
appl incl mirco. Remdl by Cal York. ........ $269,000
SAN FRANCISCAN – A MUST SEE beautifully
staged single row San Franciscan. Encl atrium w/2
skylights, ceiling fan & heat + A/C outlet. Lg shower &
skylight in bth, extra window in bdrm. Wrought iron gate
into delightful patio. Extra storage. .........$264,000
SARATOGA – GREAT VALUE! Light & bright w/2
skylights. Excellent view of hills & trees. New carpet,
vinyl in bth & pergo in kit. Very close to crprt & lndry.
Well cared for. ....................................... $142,000
SEQUOIA – GREAT OUTLOOK. Skylites in bath &
kit. White kitchen, SS sink, DW. New paint & carpet.
Very light & brght. Close to laundry. ........ $153,900
SEQUOIA – LOVELY UPDATED WITH MAGNIFICENT
VIEW. Enclosed veranda, inside lndry, crwn mldg,
wainscoting, valances, 6 panel drs. Remodeled bath
w/shower. ...............................................$189,000
SEQUOIA – LOTS OF UPGRADES HERE!! 2 Skylights
in kit & bath. Wilsonart floor hall, kit & bath. New
maple cabs. Walk-in shower. Glass frnt cab under cntr
in DR. Crwn mldg, new bsbds, blt-in bookcase in LR.
Refrig has icemaker. Xtr storage on deck & carport.
............................................................... $195,000
SEQUOIA WRAP – PLEASANT VIEWS OF HILLS
& TREES! Completely enclosed wraparound deck. Skylts
in kit & bath. Portable W/D included. Huge living
rm. Covered carport. Lots of visitor parking. Only 2
buildings in entry. .................................. $165,000
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PRISTINE HOME surrounded by Rossmoor’s natural
beauty. New cpt,pnt,vnyl. New kit cntrtops, newer appl
& some new lt fxtrs. Fully liveable encl deck w/Durolast roofing system w/10 yr lim.warranty.
...............................................................$239,900
MONTEREY – FANTASTIC VIEWS! Great coop
w/many important features incl: close to crprt/guest
prkng, W/D, skylight in kit, shutters in mstr & mirrored
closet drs. .............................................. $255,000
TAMALPAIS – VERY LIGHT & BRIGHT. Fileted view
of golf course. Move-in condition. Carport & laundry
very close. Extra parking available on street.
...............................................................$310,000
YOSEMITE – SINGLE STORY, LEVEL-IN. Skylights in
kit & guest bath. Lovely garden patio. All white kitchen
w/built-in microwave, double sink & ample cabinets. Lg
fenced patio to enjoy outdoor living. ...... $245,000
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CARE PROVIDER & BEYOND! Daily/hourly/live-in. Personal care for those requiring temporary or permanent home care, meal preparation, 24/7 minimum
of 4 hours service. Dependable, trustworthy, qualified professional staff. Call
925-818-6536.
Expanded Brookgreen
HONEST & RELIABLE Caregiver: Will do personal care, cook,
housekeeping, appointments and
grocery shop. Good references,
negotiable wages and friendly,
loving care. Part or full-time. Violet
925-439-7441, 925-458-3379 or
925-457-8448.
ELDERLY CARE WITH 20 years experience. Excellent references, care for
strokes, Alzheimer’s, Emphysema,
diabetes, heart problems, Hospice
care, etc. Cooking, errands, exercises, medicine, light housekeeping.
Live-in, long and short hours, Sylvia
or Mary, 925-676-9309.
Waterford generous sized living room and
bedroom, featuring fresh paint and Berber carpet.
Conveniently located on first floor with no adjoining
neighbor walls. Carport parking and convenient to
bus. Reduced to $164,500 – motivated seller!
EXPERIENCED ELDERLY CARE !
Personal care, bathing, exercise,
massage, lifting. Doctor appointments, grocery, errands, cooking,
and light housekeeping. Excellent
references with MS patients, dementia, Alzheimer, stroke, CPR.
Bonded. Call 925-997-9606/925798-7324. 8 years in Rossmoor.
LILLY’S CARE- Caregiver/companion, nursing assistant, light housekeeping, meal preparation, bathing
and grooming. Low rate, best care.
Live in or out. Alzheimer’s, dementia, hospice care. C.N.A., HHA,
companion/ sitters. Cell: 925-7080921 or visit our web site www.lillyscare.com. Excellent references.
Bonded and insured.
Brookgreen
Cute as a button! This immaculate first floor 1bedroom, 1-bath has new carpet, paint and vinyl
and it’s convenient to NW entry with parking very
close. Reduced to an incredible $125,000!
For more information call
“IN HOME” CAREGIVERS: Ready
to work. Experienced and friendly
professionals at affordable prices.
Insured and bonded with excellent
references. Call 925-280-2800 or
go to wecarehomeassistants.com.
Realtor Associate
ROSSMOOR REALTY
FIRST CLASS CAREGIVER Daughter of Rossmoor resident. Personal
care, errands, dotor’s appointments, shopping, meal prep., etc.
Loving, honest, and trustworthy.
Call Lisa, 925-274-1579.
Valerie Petersen
932-1162 or direct 287-3327
JOHN SAUNDERS
A RARE SUMMIT
In Pinnacle Ridge. Spacious 1,923
square feet! Two bedrooms, 2
baths, den in pleasant
setting. Two garage
parking spaces. Priced
to sell at $649,500.
Consistent top
producer in Rossmoor
John Saunders
NEW LISTING • NEW LISTING • NEW LISTING
Spectacular A sh
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Enjoy captivating views of City Lights, SUISUN BAY
and MT. DIABLO and glorious open space from the
spacious view deck off living room and master suite!
• Living room/formal dining room with
double fireplace
• Eat-in kitchen with granite counter tops and
walk-in pantry!
• Two bedrooms (including master retreat with
walk-in closets)
• Two Bathrooms
• Spacious den/office
• Separate laundry room
• Designer paint colors and carpentry throughout
• Approximately 1,985 sq. ft.
• Newer chair lift from garage to upstairs!
Offered at $895,000
ROSSMOOR REALTY
Broker Associate and
Rossmoor Resident
932-1162 ext. 3314
or 287-3314 direct
rossmoorresort.com
925-287-3320 (direct)
ROSSMOOR REALTY
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Beautiful mahogany entry door with leaded glass leads to this
magnificent home. Living room features cathedral ceilings,
decorator paint, crown molding and rich wood paneling around
fireplace. Unusual alabaster chandelier enhances formal dining
room with mirrored wall. Exceptionally large kitchen with
separate eating area and pantry. Den provides perfect area for
office or TV room. Rich, new carpeting throughout. You’ll be
enthralled by the panoramic views of the golf course and hills
beyond. Carport and garage with loft. Every inch of this 1640
sq. ft. home is a delight to behold. Just listed at $615,000.
Exclusively listed by Rossmoor Realty and Patti Compton.
Patti Compton
BROKER ASSOCIATE
Rossmoor Realty
(925) 899-7468
(925) 932-1162
email: [email protected]
I DO HOUSECALLS
SERVING ROSSMOOR FOR more
than 10 years. Honest and trusted
caregiver. Has a record of long-term
client-caregiver relationship. Also
provides light housekeeping and
transportation to appointments. Licensed and Bonded. Call Elizabeth
Sanchez of the Caring Hand. 925899-3976 or 510-352-8041.
BET TER HE ALTH CARE : Assist
in bathing, doctors appointment,
shopping, meal preparation. Experienced with Alzheimer’s, strokes,
Parkinson’s. 1-2 hours OK. No minimum hours. Live-in $140.00 24/7.
No agency fee. 925-330-4760 or
707-334-2418.
RELIABLE COMPANION Caregiver.
Available any time, live in/out, fulltime/part-time. Experienced 20 years.
Worked with different types of home
health care. Call Faye at 925-3496526 home, or 925-435-5048 cell.
“LOOKING FOR SOMEONE… special like you! ” Live-in /out, hourly
caregiver. Trustworthy, dependable, 15 years experience, great
Rossmoor reference. Will do doctor appointments, run errands, light
housekeeping and assist with daily
living. Anna or 925-914-7182.
CAREGIVER YOU CAN Trust. Experienced, skilled, honest, reliable,
with hospital experience. P/T, F/
T, live-in/out. Will take good care
of you. Rossmoor references. Call
925-890-7556 or 925-287-9439.
Leave message.
PRACTICAL NURSE GENERAL nursing care, run errands, give baths,
honest, neat, dependable. Live-in
or live-out, flexible hours, available
anytime of day or nights, week-ends/
week-days. Wages negotiable, references. Call Aaron 925-827-3809.
CARING CAREGIVER 12 years experience in Rossmoor. Will do either
live-in or shift positions. Impeccable references. License 5003969.
Contact Lyla 925-818-2248
LOOKING FOR RELIABLE , honest caregiver? 8 -plus years in
Rossmoor. Very dependable, C.N.A.
License. Will do shower, medicine,
doctor appointments, light housekeeping, etc. Own a car. Please call
510-367-3428 and 510-223-7738.
BEST QUALITY CAREGIVER available. Temporary/ permanent, early
evenings / nights. 7 days a week
with meal preparation, shopping,
light cleaning, personal care. Dependable, trustworthy and excellent Rossmoor references. Please
contact Georgina at 925-676-0418.
Thank you for your business.
BEST QUALITY CARE with 20-plus
years CNA / HHA cer tified. First
Aid and CPR trained with hospital
experience. Excellent references.
Dependable, professional and affordable. Honest and loving. Clean
DMV and insurance. Hourly/ live-in.
Bonded and licensed. 17 years in
Rossmoor area. Call the best, call
Mary, 925-497-7738.
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Remember you do have a choice when you sell or buy in Rossmoor.
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CONDOMINIUMS
Paula Azeltine
899-3428
Loc Barnes
639-9593
Cheryl Beach
324-4599
Rebecca Berlin
937-6050
Ted Bourgeois
286-8671
Sue Choe
212-2605
Urcil Commons
708-2937
OPPORTUNITY PLUS
Level-in in a wonderful, serene location surrounded by nature at its best.
Enjoy the comfort of this Belvedere with 2 beds, den, 2 baths, 2 patios.
Vaulted ceiling, wood-burning fireplace. Tastefully remodeled with new
cabinetry, countertops, sinks, faucets. Freshly painted, new carpet, vinyl,
window coverings. Call Peggy Martinez, 330-0267.
........................................................................................... $445,000.
PRICED TO SELL
This lovely upper level Pinehurst model has great location and view. Two
bed/2 bath, walk-in closets, fireplace, eat-in kitchen, formal dining room,
inside laundry, garage. Call Paula or Meridith, 899-3428. ............ $339,000.
LOVELY REMODEL
in prime Cactus Court location, with easy steps to lower 2BR, 2BA condo.
Features include gourmet granite kitchen, polished Travertine baths and
enclosed garage. Call Cheryl Beach, 324-4599. .........................$449,000.
UNSURPASSED BROOKGREEN
This beautiful unit offers a fabulous setting close to bus stop. Move-in
ready. A must see! Call Rex Fraser, 325-6826. ..........................$142,000.
A MONTROSE MODEL
In a word, beautiful! Remodeled throughout. Hardwood flooring, enlarged
kitchen, rebuilt fireplace, too many upgrades to mention. You need to see
to appreciate. Call Peggy Martinez, 330-0260. ..........................$599,500.
LOVELY VIEWS OF HILLS AND TREES
This third floor Villa Valencia condo. Newer paint, updates in kitchen
include granite tile counters, tile floor, built-ins, inside laundry, elevator
access. Paula Azeltine, 899-3428. ............................................. $305,000.
BEST VIEW IN ROSSMOOR
Two-bedroom, 1-bath Saratoga condo. Newer appliances, most still in
warranty. Updated kitchen and bath with stall shower. Enclosed deck with
electric hot water base board heat and a heat pump. Dual-pane windows
in bedrooms, built-in buffet and book shelves. Call Gwen Schwinck, 3600244. ......................................................................................... $230,000.
A SUNNY REMODELED CONDO
A Saratoga model with expansive view. Upgrades include dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, new cabinets, granite counters, new appliances
and new heat pump/ air conditioner. Call Walt or Nancie Straub, 3552693. ..........................................................................................$239,000.
GREAT LOCATION TAHOE MODEL
Next to the pond and waterfall. It offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, den, garage
and carport. Freshly painted with new carpeting and no popcorn on the
ceiling. Washer and dryer are included. What a view! Call the Kelly/ Loggins Team, 817-7253. ................................................................. $650,000.
A VILLA BARCELONA MODEL
Lovely, light and bright unit on third floor in elevator building. Level-in
entry, updated kitchen and master bath, spacious living areas, 2 large bedrooms and 2 baths, two decks and a great view. Tropical courtyard with
fountain. Call Sally Smith, 785-1993. ..........................................$349,000.
TAMARISK MODEL WITH OPEN FLOOR PLAN
Just a few gentle steps down to this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath condo with eat-in
kitchen, open dining room, living room and looks out to lovely patio and
lawn area. Large master bedroom, new counter tops, tile floors and a full
size washer/dryer. Garage parking with storage. Peggy Martinez, 3300260. Reduced to .................................................................$315,000.
SOLD
CO-OPERATIVES
2 BEDROOMS, 1 BATH, SONOMA
Clean paint and carpets. Priced so you could remodel to your taste. Nice
outlook from open deck. Call to see, Peggy Martinez, 330-0260.
.................................................................................................... $139,000.
BRIGHT AND CHEERY SONOMA
New carpet and paint. Upgraded kitchen with granite counters and newer
appliances. Open deck. Shows well, staged and ready for someone to
move in. Call Walt Hanson, 938-5162
....................................................................................................$189,000.
SPECTACULAR TAMALPAIS
With its floor-to-ceiling windows and lovely wooded view from the living
room and master bedroom! Private setting from rear patio. Two beds/2
baths. New carpet and vinyl flooring. Very nicely updated kitchen and baths.
Pristine, ready to move in! Call Peggy Martinez, 330-0260. ........$349,500.
MANY UNIQUE FEATURES
Sequoia model has skylights in the living room, kitchen and bathroom
making this a very nice and bright unit. Wilson-Art and carpeted floor.
Includes a washer/ dryer and freezer. Priced to sell! Call Kevin Kelly, 8177253, or Buddy Loggins, 817-7250. ...........................................$165,500.
EXPANDED CLAREMONT
Sparkling clean! Lovely expanded Claremont awaits new owners. Two
bedrooms, 2 baths, plus den. Ready for you to update. Motivated seller.
Call Mary Beall, 708-0800. ....................................................... $255,000.
LEVEL-IN PIEDMONT WITH VIEW!
This home is over 1,700 square feet with 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, hardwood floors, upgraded neutral carpeting, formal living and dining rooms
and a private patio overlooking Mt. Diablo and surrounding hills. Call
Cindy Maddux, 285-7903. ..........................................................$379,000.
PRIVATE, SERENE SETTING
This Yosemite model offers two bedrooms, 1.5 baths with enclosed patio
for extra living space. It looks out to beautiful wooded setting with filtered
Mt. Diablo view. Call Paula Azeltine/Meridith Zomalt, 899-3428.
....................................................................................................$215,000.
DELIGHTFUL SEQUOIA
Great one-manor entry, lovely open patio with great views, washer/
dryer, freshly cleaned carpet, stall shower … delightful! Call Maria Eberle,
817-7232. ................................................................................... $157,000.
WONDERFUL END UNIT GOLDEN GATE
This unit offers skylights, washer/ dryer, and stall shower. Enclosed atrium
with raised copula adds living space. Close to everything. Call Lynne
Keefer, 817-7201. ..................................................................$199,000.
NICE, SERENE SETTING YOSEMITE
This 2-bed/1.5-bath is light and bright. Original appliances still under
warranty from Mutual. New dishwasher. Ready to move-in. Buyer to pay
$7,000 GRF fee. Call Bernadette Dugan, 683-7957. ............... $225,000.
CARMEL IN LOVELY AREA
Located in beautiful, wooded area, just like being in the mountains. Ready
to move-in and enjoy the good life. Call Rex Fraser, 817-7207. .$255,900.
LEVEL-IN YOSEMITE
2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, corner unit, new carpet and interior paint, 3
skylights, washer/dryer, private patio with no backyard neighbor, carport
across from unit, close to Gateway clubhouse. Loc Barnes, 639-9593.
........................................................................................... $249,900.
WOW! SPECTACULAR VIEWS
Both the living room and the master bedroom of this Piedmont model on
the 15th tee of the golf course offer outstanding views of the hills. Three
bedrooms, 2.5 baths, lots of closets. Completely repainted. Updated kitchen
with microwave and dome light, washer/dryer, built in bookcases in the
lower bedroom. It has it all! Call Peggy Martinez, 330-0260. ......$425,000.
BEAUTIFUL AND LEVEL-IN
A San Franciscan model, approximately 1,380 square feet. 2 bedrooms,
1.5 baths, remodeled in 2006, hardwood floors, granite counters in
kitchen and baths, walk-in shower, washer/ dryer, living room, family
room, formal dining room. Front and back entries. Carport nearby. Carport nearby. Call Loc Barnes, 639-9593. ................................ $309,000.
NEW TO MARKET
Sweet Sequoia with pretty view. Light and bright with skylight. Spacious
living areas. Partially enclosed deck. Near to everything. Make this one
home. Call Lynne Keefer, 330-3356. .........................................$144,900.
DISTINCTIVE REMODEL
At bargain price! This Sonoma Wrap has tasteful designer touches. Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, new cabinets,
convenient pull-outs. Updated bath with large shower, washer/dryer and
linen. Sunny wraparound deck. Call Lynne Keefer, 330-3356. . $220,000.
SAVE THE DATE!
Cathy Philips
383-7962
Jay Rosenthal
818-7921
Marie Schached
354-1232
Gwen Schwinck
817-7208
Sally Smith
785-1993
Walt Straub
355-2693
Nancie Straub
628-8548
See Us On TV
Prudential’s Rossmoor Open House
is Sunday, Sept. 14
George Detre
937-6050
Jim Olson
788-2143
Prudential California Realty has a program on Comcast’s
Channel 26 every Saturday and Sunday at 10 a.m. Tune in!
Herb Trenbath
817-7203
Serving Rossmoor for Over 30 Years
Prudential can also help with your real estate needs outside Rossmoor.
Bernadette Dugan
683-7957
Jeanette Evans
408-5172
Maria Eberle
415-710-6937
Lynne Keefer
330-3356
Rex Fraser
325-6826
Kevin Kelly
817-7253
Cal Goforth
817-7277
Nancy Granberg
200-3374
Bill Hammerback
366-4555
Yvonne Jakovleski
457-7229
Millie Watt
817-7205
Buddy “Carlton” Loggins
922-7241
Cindy Maddux
285-7903
Walt Hanson
938-5162
Peggy Martinez
330-0260
Meridith Zomalt
899-3550
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CAREGIVERS
HOUSECLEANING
I’M CONN IE , been working with
Rossmoor residents as a caregiver
with A-1 references for 28 years.
Also have experience with hospice
patients. Live-in or out. Hours negotiable. God bless. 510-724-0211.
BAY AREA CLEANING- Professional
house cleaning. 20 percent discount for Rossmoor residents. Very
thorough deep cleaning, we provide
all cleaning supplies, vacuums, remove trash. Licensed, bonded and
insured. Call 925-260-5946.
HONEST, DEPENDABLE CAREgiver. Will do personal care, light
housekeeping and doctor’s ap p o i n t m e n t s . G o o d r e fe r e n c e s
C.N.A and CPR. 209-830-0553 or
cell 510-825-5777. Thank you.
SEND ME AN ANGEL unveils unique
break-through program to aid seniors
dealing with age-related maladies
and challenges. We go beyond care.
We provide world-class concierge
services to ailing loved ones, helping
them revitalize, restore and regenerate order and meaning in their lives.
For info, call 925-831-8309.
MATURE RELIABLE WOMAN- Personal care Light housekeeping,
meal preparation, medication. 10
years experience, excellent references, certified nursing assistant,
certified home health aide. Own
car with insurance. Live in Walnut
Creek. No fee. Lani 925-935-2678.
HIGHLY TRUST WORTHY & loyal
caregiver now available. For seven
years he took wonderful care of my
husband here in Rossmoor and I
want to recommend him. He is a
certified C.N.A. and H.H.A with 20
years experience. Excellent references. Call Vera at 925-979-1090.
HONEST & TRUSTED - 15 years
in health care, well experienced,
daily/ hourly/ live-in. Responsible,
hardworking, reliable. Will do personal care, light housekeeping. No
agency fee, low rates. Please leave
message. Theresa 925-687-4263
or cell 925-408-6280.
AVAILABLE 40 HOURS or three 24hour days. Background in holistic,
interfaith studies and psychology
for active senior who loves nature
and music, art. 510-978-1378.
HOME ASSISTANT/ CAREGIVER :
Experience, loving, devoted, seniors, skilled nursing, PT/FT/temp/
Perm. Will join agency or private.
Currently caring for Rossmoor client part time. References available.
Non-smoker. Alma 925-303-6626.
NEED SOMEONE TO HELP with doctor appointments, grocery shopping,
errands, light housekeeping, cooking and paying bills. I am a mother of
two and experienced. I have worked
for the Contra Costa County Office
of Education for the past 16 years,
and have a clean background. I am
English speaking only. References
available. If interested, contact Alisha at 925-759-1336.
HOUSECLEANING
“ D UST- N O - M ORE” Your house keeping solution. We cater to your
individual cleaning needs. Reliable, dependable, quality service
with Rossmoor references. Li censed & Bonded. Call Barbara,
925-228-9841.
REGULAR TRASH PICK UP from
your front door to your entry dumpster. Having difficulty lifting, bending and walking? Or just tired?. I
also provide services such as pet
care, home visits, driver, shopper,
ask I may be able to help you. Dependable and gentle. Leave message for Perri at 925-969-1839.
Weekly, bi-weekly, on-going services. Rossmoor references.
BIAX’Z HOUSECLEANING House
cleaning and carpet cleaning (supplies provided)! 15 years experience. Bonded business, licensed.
Great references in Rossmoor.
Free estimate. Call 925-640-3839.
HOUSECLEANING & MORE shopping, cooking, pets, plants, appointments. You ask we do it.
Bonded and insured. Call anytime,
Miriam 925-323-6799.
BONITA HOUSE CLEANER: Laundry, linens, ironing, dishes. Call
anytime. Jesus 925-497-4666.
LAURA’S HOUSECLEANING: Professional housecleaning. Experienced, supplies provided if you need
them. Call any time 510-228-7444.
email: [email protected].
140 WANTED
WANTED, OLD AMERICAN INDIAN baskets, rugs and blankets,
pottery, beadwork or other artifacts; also California and Southwest paintings; highly qualified
and professional. Personal and
corporate references available
upon request. 707-996-1820.
ESTATE LIQUIDATION. Full serv i c e e s t ate l i q u i d at i o n. C o m plete or par tial household. Experts in antiques, furniture and
art. Trusted family business for
over 40 years. Call the professionals at Hudson’s Estate Liquidations. 510 - 645 -5844. Free
assessment. Fully insured. License # 2451174.
MISCELLANEOUS
K N I V E S , M I L I TA R Y I T E M S pocket knives, swords, hunting
knives, military items, uniforms,
medals, belts, holsters, old fishing tackle, old lures and military
flags, etc. Contra Costa Collectibles, 1429 Cypress St., Walnut
Creek. Call 925-937-3376.
“RENT-A- GENT” House, garden,
I BUY 1950’S FURNITURE ! Dani s h mo d er n, Wi d d i c o m b, H erman Miller, Knoll, Dunbar, etc.
1 piece or entire estate ! Highest prices paid. $ $ $ . Call Rick
510 -219-9644. Fast, cour teous
house calls.
ARE YOU ORGANIZED? If not, I’ll
tell you how I can help you simplify
routine bill paying, set up files, eliminate clutter and get control of your
paperwork. Rossmoor resident with
Rossmoor references available.
Call 925-937-8565.
ERR ANDS PLUS : We do airpor t
shuttles, doctor’s visits, shopping,
organizing, cleaning, cooking and
decorating. Friendly and reliable,
hours are flexible. Reasonable
rates. Call 925-785-1139 or email:
[email protected].
130 HELP WANTED
FLOOR TRAFFIC COORDINATOR
Est ablishe d auto mot ive grou p
seeking motivated responsible
individuals to assist in managing
showroom customer traffic in a
high volume dealership. Requires
excellent communication skills.
Customer relations, tracking customers. For an interview please call
James Herren 925-251-7095. East
Bay BMW, Pleasanton.
CURVES CIRCUIT COACH: 15-20
hr/wk. $8.50 hour plus commission
and free membership. Must be comfortable with sales calls, lead generation. 925-962-0206/Lafayette.
MEDICAL / CHIROPRACTIC Front
Desk Administrative Assistant in
Walnut Creek. Need for solo doctor’s
office on Mondays, Wednesdays and
Fridays. General office duties, patient
scheduling and follow-up, medical
transcription, computer work, telephone communication. Fax resume
with cover letter to 925-945-1482.
GRANNY- 4-HIRE Lafayette family
seeks nurturing person to watch our
1-year-old in our home on Thursday
mornings starting mid-September.
Hours 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Pay
starting at $10 per hour. Interested persons please call Kandice at
925-952-4399.
140 WANTED
I BUY ANTIQUES & Collectibles.
From pottery, lighting and glass,
thru silver, furniture, jewelry and
paintings. Estates are welcome
and c ondu c te d profes sionally.
Free phone evaluations. Call Mel
at 925-229-2775 or 925-228-8977
or Lydia Knapp 925-932-3499.
ASHLEY’S HOUSECLEANING experienced, bonded, business license,
(supplies provided). Free estimate.
Call Dona, 925-212-8449.
COINS AND GOLD- by appointment.
Contra Costa Coin and Collectible and Firearms. Pays cash for
any guns, coins, scrap gold, military items. 1429 Cypress Street,
Walnut Creek. Appraisals at your
home. Immediate payment. Call
us! Guns 925-937-3376 or Coins
925-937-3366.
“ELISA’S HOUSECLEANING” 17
years experience in Rossmoor.
Available weekends and supplies
provided at your request. Reliable, honest and dependable, hard
working with Rossmoor references.
Bonded and Insured. Call anytime
925-212-6831 or 925-691-3959.
The best in Contra Costa! Email
[email protected].
COINS-AUTOGRAPHS-PHOTOS
Collec tibles. Coin c ollec tions ;
gold, silver, copper, American or
foreign. Photographs, Daguerreotypes, Ambro-types, tin-types, albums. Especially interested in autographs, letters and documents
signed by famous people. Joseph
Silva, 925-372-8743. Rossmoor
home calls since 1978.
ANTIQUES ; ALL OLDER ITEMS
Wanted. Single items to entire
estates. Full estate liquidation
ser vices. Highest prices paid.
Paintings, silver, potter y, came r a s , wa t c h e s , t oy s , j ewe l r y,
p h o t o s , g l a s s , f u r n i t u r e, e t c .
Anything old. Hauling ser vices
available. 925-324-1522.
BUYING ; RHINESTONE / costume, cameos, Navajo and
M e x i c a n s i l v e r j e w e l r y. C a l l
Monica at Sundance Antiques,
2323 Boulevard Circle, Walnut
Creek. 925-930-6200.
I B U Y, S E L L , A N D A PPR A I S E
U.S. and world coins and currency. 36-year resident of Moraga will come to your home upon
request. Bruce Berman, Moraga Numismatics, NGC Dealer.
925-283-9205.
CASH PAID FOR- Antiques, older
items. Sterling, porcelains, glass,
jewelry, books, Asian items, textiles, rugs, paintings, pot ter y.
Pr o f e s s i o n a l e s t a t e s a l e s o r
complete buyouts. Prompt and
courteous. Call Louis 510-5061483 or 925-335-2632.
“I BUY OLD COINS” Call Joe at
925-798-6140.
U S E D G A S G O L F C A R T, a n y
c o n d i t i o n w i l l b e c o n s i d er e d .
Will pay $ $ $ . Also looking for
ve h i c l e s to p ur c h a s e. Pl e a s e
c all Walnut Creek resid ent,
925-639-4715.
SELL YOUR ITEMS ON EBAY I
will pick up your items and sell.
E xperienc ed in antiques, vin tage and fine jewelry, designer
items, sterling and china. Julie,
daughter of Rossmoor resident,
E B AY r e g i s t e r e d t r a d i n g a s sistant. 925-933-9669 or email
[email protected].
MOVING INTO ROSSMOOR Need
top qualit y furniture. Bedroom
set, living room set, recliners,
veranda furniture, cabinets, tables, lamps, etc. Oriental rugs,
antiques, high-end goods only
please. 925-784-3833.
149 REAL ESTATE
INFORMATION
PLANNING YOUR GOLDEN Years?
Considering a move to Rossmoor?
Need a guide? I live here and love
to show off this beautiful community! Earl Corder, Rossmoor Realty
925-932-1162 x 3333 office. E-mail:
[email protected].
NEED TO SELL? A tough market
calls for a tough agent! Call Patti Compton, “The Old Pro”, and
st ar t pac k ing ! I will b e ha p py
to meet with you for a free “estimate of value” on your home.
H o p e to h e ar fr o m yo u s o o n !
Pat ti Compton, broker asso c i ate, Rossmoor Realty, 925-2873332, cell 925-899-7468. E-mail;
[email protected]
150 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE
BY OWNER-NEW, REMODELED,
fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 1 bath
Sonoma, ceramic tile entry bath
and kitchen, crown molding, mirror c loset and 6 - panel d oor s,
new kitchen bath, u-pick carpet.
$200,000. 925-286-6175.
SONOMA WRAP Remodeled kitchen and bath. Side-wrap enclosed.
W/D, dishwasher, self-clean oven,
extra windows, new paint. Shows
great. 2 bed/ 1 bath. Reduced to
$229,000. Betty Case, Rossmoor
Realty, 925-932-1162 x3347. See
at wwwBettyCaseSellsRossmoor.
com; click Listings.
SHARP SONOMA! Two bedrooms.
New carpeting / linoleum, freshly
painted. Large living room, enclosed deck. Partial golf course
view/ trees. $155,000. Betty Case,
Rossmoor Realty, 925-932-1162 x
3347. See at www.BettyCaseSellsRossmoor.com; click Listings.
MARIPOSA - single-story, level-in
carpor t and garage ! Brand new
construction. Two bedrooms, 2
baths. Double -paned windows.
Emergency exit. Reduced to
$505,000. Betty Case, Rossmoor
Realty, 925-932-1162 x 3347. See
a t w w w. B e t t y C a s e S e l l s R o s s moor.com: click LISTINGS.
SENSATIONAL SAN FRANCISCAN.
On the level—Quality throughout
from the gated front patio to the
private tiled atrium quality reigns.
Updated kitchen, ½ bath in master bedroom, hall bath has fullsize stack laundry, shower. Easy
entry for guests via atrium door
from E-6 on Pine Knoll. $305,000.
Call Earl Corder, 925-287-3333,
Rossmoor Realty, 925-932-1162
Ext. 3333.
PERFECT PANORAMA at a perfect
price! Newer construction. Level-in
with no steps. Gorgeously remodeled kitchen, high ceilings, no one
above or beside you, 2 bedroom,
2 bath with full laundry room, private Pinnacle Ridge pool. This
condo is a showstopper! $535,000.
Pictures and more information at
www.5920HorsemansCanyon.com.
Call Susan Kingsley, Empire Realty, 925-381-4693. Daily tours of
Rossmoor and this fine property.
SEQUOIA WRAP- Pleasant views,
lots of wall space, completely enclosed veranda, skylights, portable
W/D. Two bedrooms, 1 bath. Reduced to $169,600. Betty Case,
Rossmoor Realty, 925-932-1162 x
3347. See at www.BettyCaseSellsRossmoor.com; click Listings.
CASCADE! Beautiful waterfall entry. Expansive golf course setting.
Very large bedrooms, two baths.
Skylights. Formal dining. Breakfast
nook. Bright, enclosed deck. Garage with huge storage loft. Steal!
New price: $419,000. George Naeger, Better Homes Realty, 925260-0723.
PRICE REDUCTION ! The lovely
t wo - bedroom Golden Gate on
Tice Creek is now reduced to only
$169,000. This home is level-in and
close to the Gateway Clubhouse.
Bright and shiny with new carpeting
and paint. For showing or further
information, contact Patti Compton, Broker Associate, Rossmoor
Realty, 925-287-3332 or e-mail
[email protected].
BEST VALUE CYPRESS! $124,900.
Bright 1 bedroom, 1 bath with
newer carpets. Ground floor, no
stairs. Large patio with garden
views. Call Peter and Susan Kui,
ReMax 925-264-8180. www.kui.
com/1200ptarmigan.
DON’T MISS THIS Opportunity! For
sale by owner. 1,056 square-foot
Claremont ; two bedroom co-op
with large bath. Open veranda view
of Mt. Diablo. Bright and airy. Excellent condition. New carpeting,
paint, flooring and stove. Built-in
cabinets in dining room, extra storage, mirrored closet. Close to carport and laundry room. $169,900
negotiable. Call for appointment 9
a.m. to 11 a.m. or evenings after 6
p.m. 925-256-9664.
NEW MONTEREY LISTING, views
of golf, lake, mountains. Enclosed
veranda. Spacious living room /
dining room. Two bedrooms/ two
baths. Skylights. Stacked laundry.
1,301 sq.f t. $ 276,000. On Tice
Creek Drive. Call Her tz Team,
925-974-7622.
SEQUOIA, EAST VIEW of Mt. Diablo. Quiet, clean, new carpet and
pads, and freshly painted. Must
sell. Realtors OK. Pine Knoll Drive,
Entry 5. $174,000. 925-355-9111
or 530-209-3214.
M ILLION DOLL AR VIEWS - Rare
Klamath Model with garage and
carport. Updated baths and kitche n . J u s t g o r g e o u s ! $ 410,0 0 0.
Pictures and information at
www.1404StanleyDollar.com.
Call Susan Kingsley, Empire Realty, 925-381-4693. Daily tours of
Rossmoor and this fine property.
160 REAL ESTATE
FOR RENT
S H O R T-T E R M R E N TA L 2 b e d rooms, 2 baths with washer/
dryer. Near Hillside pool. Available Oct. 27 to Nov. 3, 2008 and
Xmas week Dec. 20 to 27, 2008
and Jan. 7 to 21, 2009. $500 per
week. Call 925-946-0442 or e-mail
[email protected].
JUST BRING YOUR TOOTHBRUSH
and enjoy decorator remodeled
furnished 2/2 level condo with private mountain views. Fireplace,
hardwood floors, marble counters.
Sept. 15 - Nov. 30, 2008 at $2,000
monthly. 480-206-7076.
ONE BEDROOM, ONE BATH Waterford manor available. $1,700 /
month includes one daily meal
plus maid service. Six-month to
one-year lease. Lease option also
available. All the amenities of
Rossmoor plus gracious living at
the Waterford. Call Patti Compton,
Broker Associate, Rossmoor Realty, 925-287-3332.
SAN FRANCISCAN SINGLE story,
no stairs with atrium, 2 bedrooms,1
bath. Includes water, garbage, cable TV. Carport with storage. No
smoking. Available now. $1,350.
Call Scott 916-419-0967.
6 - MONTH LEASE ONLY- Charming 2 bedroom, 1 bath. Completely
furnished. 4 TVs, 3 telephones.
No pets. No smoking. Available
Nov. 1 through April 30. $1,200 per
month. 925-932-2936.
FULLY FURNISHED- 2 bedroom, 2
bath, upper end unit facing golf
course. Washer/ dryer. $1,350 per
month plus phone and PG and E.
Oct. 10 to Dec. 10, 2008. No pets
or smoking. Call 925-932-1128.
170 REAL ESTATE
WANTED
WASHINGTON COUPLE wants 2
bedroom, 2 bath, furnished rental
from mid-November to mid-January at least, will consider longer
term. Sharron; 925-890-4456.
YOU OR YOUR ADULT children buy
my 5 bedroom, 4 bath Springhill
Valley Lafayet te home, walk to
Acalanes High School and Springhill Elementary - and I buy your
Rossmoor unit for me. Call Lori at
925-787-6858.
FORMER ROSSMOORIAN eager to
rent furnished 2 bedroom 1 or 2
bath unit, January and February,
Waterford acceptable. Call Nina at
925-938-9194.
CURRENT ROSSMOOR COUPLE
desire furnished accommodations
with washer and dryer by 9/15/08.
No pets, no smokers. Flowery references. Call 925-946-1972.
FORMER FEMALE UNIVERSIT Y
professor needs to rent fully furnished bedroom, private bath, access to kitchen and laundry, ASAP.
Possess great qualities, cultured,
and excellent company. Please
call 509-280 -1614. emal: mimi_
[email protected]. Thank you.
175 VACATION RENTAL
OCEAN FRONT HOME ! Custom /
dramatic Mendocino home. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. Hot tub. One level.
All amenities. Special Rossmoor
resident rates. Owner 925-947-3923
or 707-964-2605 leave message.
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BUSINESS SERVICES
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INTERIORS
Since
1946
S & N FLOOR COVERINGS
SUSINI CORPOR ATION
Free Estimates
Guaranteed Work
Lic. #463964
REG SUSINI
925-228-3070 925-228-8358
935-3836
STUBBORN ABOUT QUALITY SINCE 1972
3291 Mt. Diablo Court • Lafayette, CA 94549
(Between Hungry Hunter & Park Hotel)
HANDYMAN
Lic. #177588
Home
CLEANING
WINDOWS
Spring Cleaning
Move in, Move Out
Weekly
Bi-monthly
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One-time Super Cleaning, top to bottom
Faith Cleaning
SENIOR SPECIAL:
First hour free for new customers
Lic. & Ins. since 1993
Window Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Truck Mounted Steam Unit
Mini Blinds
Gutter Cleaning
925-260-0564
Insured and Bonded • Free Estimates
Handyman Service
30 Years in Rossmoor
Painting
• Plumbing
• Electrical
Baseboards
• Dimmer Switches
Carpentry
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Caulking
• Garbage Disposal
Grab Bars
• Smoke Detectors
Ceiling Fans
• Sliding Doors
Crown Moulding
• Drywall Repair
Deck Painting
• Weather Stripping
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Vinyl
Hanging Mirrors & Pictures
Toilet Installation & Repair
INFORMATION
SERVICE
No job too small
934-0877
Specialists in Heights
(925) 709-1323
Call Diane
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“WE ANSWER OUR OWN CALLS”
To place your Business Services ad, call 988-7800
Find out whatʼs happening in Rossmoor and learn
about breaking news by
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phone number 24 hours a
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180 PETS
TLC FOR CATS & PLANTS
Cats are social animals, they
miss you when you are away.
They need TLC service. Still
only $10 per visit. Grete and
Bill Trulock, past president of
Friends of Animals. Rossmoor
telephone 925-937-2284.
ANIMAL WASTE CLEANUP
“We doo it for you! ” Other
pet services available. Reliable and gentle. Call for estimate 925-969-1839. People
and pet references.
2 Room
Special
ELIZABETH’S PET & HOME
Care. Dog walks and cat sitting. Experienced in Veterinarian care. I also can assist
you with appointments, errands, and chores. Rossmoor
resident. Call 925-944-5603.
OVERNIGHT PET SIT TING
In your home. Bonded and
insured. Enjoy your vacation without worrying about
your darling pet. Auntie Pat’s
Dogs and Cats. References
available. 925-930-8871.
The Rossmoor web site www.rossmoor.com
has information for residents, including the following:
· Rossmoor bus schedule
· Office phone numbers
· GRF Board directors
· Mutual directors
· Medical Center
· Special Events
· Club contacts
· Public Safety
To get this information,
click on the “Resident Info and Services” icon
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BUSINESS SERVICES
DRYWALL
CONSTRUCTION
Rossmoor Specialists
Well-known in the Rossmoor Valley for
Integrity, Quality and Innovation
925-946-9746
Richard Davis, General Contractor
A Certified Green
Building Professional
• Check references carefully on all workers you hire, and
conduct a face-to-face interview.
• Contact Rossmoor’s Office of Counseling Services
at 988-7750 for help in assessing needs for caregivers
and homemakers.
GRF does not endorse workers who advertise in the News.
Call to arrange for a visit
and FREE ESTIMATE
Whole House Remodels • Kitchen & Bath Projects
Washer/Dryer Additions
Large and Small Remodel Projects
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CONSTRUCTION
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KITCHENS • BATHROOMS
WHOLE HOUSE REMODELING
SATTLERS DOES IT ALL!
Plans
Spec. Sheets
That means when you call, I can
respond fast. It also means I know
what Rossmoor will require to get a
building permit approved.
All the paperwork is prepared for
you. This includes a detailed Proposal
so you know exactly what work is
included, detailed drawings, product
specification sheets, and samples of materials.
We are committed to doing high quality work. Our Customer
approval rating is above 95%, and there are referral lists for
your review.
When you are ready to start a remodel project, from small to
very large, give me a call to set up a
meeting to discuss your needs.
Remodeling
Dennis Sattler 525-4700
Sattlers Construction, Inc.
Rossmoor Approved General Contractor
Robert Gurulé
1-866-943-9773
New Complete Kitchen
REMODEL SALE!!
Starting at $16,999
• Consultation & Design
• Stainless Steel Appliances
• Electrical & Plumbing
• Granite Slab Countertops
• Demolition & Removal
• Solid Wood Cabinetry & Hardware
• Recessed & Under-counter Lighting
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925-784-3741
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(Located behind Masse’s Bar &
Grill across from Kelly-Moore)
(925)
937-4200
License # 626819 (Insured and Bonded)
◆ Your complete home remodelling contractor
specializing in Bath and Kitchen remodels.
◆ Established Reputation of Quality Workmanship and a leader in Residential Design with
over 17 years of Rossmoor Experience.
◆ Professional Design and Project management services with a staff of clean and courteous tradesmen.
◆ Offering to our clients a Design Selection
Showroom for convenient “one-stop” shopping.
◆ Displaying Kraftmaid Cabinetry, Amtico vinyl,
Quickstep laminate, LM hardwood, Shaw carpet, Silestone, Granite and Corian countertop
materials and a large tile selection.
Authorized KraftMaid dealer
Recently remodeled Yosemite
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A1 Painting
FAMILY TRADE SINCE 1936
• custom painting
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370-1508
Lic # 819235
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260-6065
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Call Nicholas,
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Washer/Dryers • Full remodels
Kitchen and Bath remodels
Skylights
• Bathroom additions
Tile
• Countertops
Wind River
SERVICES
Dale and Jay Skinner
Full Service
Bathroom
Remodeling
• Barrier-free showers
• Walk-in tubs
• Low-cost bidets
• Elevated toilets
• Wider doorways
(925) 828-5550
(925) 837-1545
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cats on leashes in all
but special areas!
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the
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the exact look you’ve always
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a free personal consultation.
925-283-6500
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Rossmoor Approved • 10 Years in Rossmoor
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Club Trips
NEW LISTING
AUTUMN COLORS AT MONT LA
SALLE
Thursday, Oct. 9
Join the St. Mary’s College Club
of Rossmoor on a motorcoach trip
through the wine country to Mont
La Salle, Novitiate and headquarters of the Christian Brothers. Nestled on a hill overlooking the Napa
Valley, it is reminiscent of a mon-
astery in Tuscany. The group will
visit the gardens and chapel, enjoying a buffet lunch in the dining hall
before touring Hess Winery and its
modern art museum. Brother Dominic Beradelli of St. Mary’s College
will be the host. All are invited. The
group will leave Gateway at 10 a.m.
and return at 5:30 p.m. The cost is
$55 per person. Make checks payable to St. Mary’s College Club of
Rossmoor and mail them to Mary
Plant, 2600 Tice Creek Drive No. 2.
Deadline for payment is Saturday,
Sept. 20. For information, call Mary
Plant at 932-5290.
BLACK OAK CASINO
Thursday, Oct. 16
This trip is a fund raiser for
the Italian American Club. The
cost is $26 per person, which includes a $1 driver’s gratuity fee.
The bus departs Gateway at 8:45
a.m. Play bingo aboard the bus
and watch a movie coming home.
Receive $10 cash, $5 for match
game and $5 for food. Reservations are necessary and must be
made by Wednesday, Sept. 10.
Make checks payable to Italian
American Club, and mail to Fran
Long, 1621 Ptarmigan Drive No.
1C, Entry 7. For information, call
Long at 939-5151.
LONDON THEATER TOUR
Oct. 20 through 25
Join the Rossmoor Evening
Great Books Group on its sixthannual London Theater Tour for
Thinkers. Guests will view five
of the best dramas picked from
the current productions at the
National Theatre, the West End,
Off West End and the Fringe. In
addition, each morning there will
We Invite You…
To join owners of over 1,800
manors enjoying all the benefits of a
“Home Service Contract”
All for an average monthly cost of only
$15.67
Q. WHAT IS THE "HOME SERVICE CONTRACT?’
A. It is a Service agreement that provides you with
protection against the ever increasing costs of
repairing virtually everything in your Manor. Many
of our customers are renewing for their 25th year,
so the success of this program is well proven. We
presently have 1,800 Manors under contract, with
the total growing daily. They report a real peace of
mind in being able to call for dependable professional
service, as often as anything needs attention, all
without concern for any extra costs.
Q. ARE ALL LABOR AND SERVICE CHARGES
INCLUDED?
A. Yes, this is all included as a part of the contract package. You pay nothing extra parts and
services.
Q. PARTS ARE EXPENSIVE…WHO PAYS FOR
THEM?
A. All parts, Fluorescent tubes, Filters, etc., are
included. We carry thousands of the highest quality parts organized in our modern service trucks
which facilitates fast service and, in most cases,
enables us to make immediate repairs. General
Electric factory parts are used to repair G.E. appliances.
WHAT ITEMS ARE COVERED?
Electrical
Window & Deck shades
Plumbing
Plugged drains, toilets
Furnace
Table & floor lamps
Air-Conditioner
Light fixtures
Refrigerator, G.E.
Closet doors
Oven, G.E.
Drapery traverse rods
Range, Hood, G.E.
Fluorescent tubes
Washer & Dryer G.E.
Flood light
Disposal
“Helping hand” services
Water heater
and more…
Bathroom fans
Q. DOESN'T GOLDEN RAIN FIX EVERYTHING
WITHOUT CHARGE?
A. No. Condominium owners are responsible to
pay for all their own inside repairs. Golden Rain
Foundation will replace certain major components
(if not repairable) without charge for cooperative
manor owners; however, most of the day-by-day
problems experienced in the co-ops, are not paid by
Golden Rain, which is the reason for the popularity
of the broad coverage we provide. Golden Rain
now charges a substantial amount per hour plus
parts. Our plan protects you against unexpected
expense.
Q. HOW LONG HAVE YOU WORKED IN ROSSMOOR?
A. I have specialized in serving the repair and maintenance
needs of Rossmoor residents exclusively for 30 years,
and my son, Dan for over 25 years. We believe in the
rewards of good, old-fashioned pride of workmanship.
We keep our appointments and provide fast professional service. We utilize the latest in modern tools,
equipment, efficiency procedures and continually strive
to develop ways to do a better job, at a reasonable
price. We have hundreds of written Rossmoor references and testimonials attesting to our reputation of
reliability, integrity and fast service.
Q. WHAT ABOUT EMERGENCY SERVICE AFTER
HOURS? SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS, AND HOLIDAYS?
A. Someone is on call 24 hours every day, 365 days a
year to handle those serious emergencies that cannot
possibly wait until regular business hours. This vitally
important service is limited to contract customers only.
This alone is worth the cost of our plan. If you call
Golden Rain after hours for a billable repair, or an
outside contractor, the charge will be substantial.
Q. WHAT IS THE “HELPING HAND SERVICE?”
A. This is a special (included) courtesy service that we
find our customers really appreciate. We will hang a
picture, mirror, towel bar, light fixture, install hooks, turn
the mattress, put in a light or any such job you cannot
handle or do safely.
Q. WHAT IS THE TOTAL COST?
A. The total cost for the “Home Service Contract” Repair
Service Agreement is a nominal $188.00 per year or
not to exceed 30 hours labor. This incudes everything:
parts, labor, service charge, emergency service, “Helping Hand” service, fluorescent tubes and certain light
bulbs, filters, etc., etc. There are no extra charges.
Q. I HAVE A FEW LITTLE THINGS TO FIX RIGHT NOW.
A. We expect to take care of minor existing repairs without
charge, on your contract immediately.
Q. MAY I EXAMINE A COPY OF THE “HOME SERVICE
CONTRACT?”
A. Yes, simply call Julie at 937-4600, and she will send a
copy to you or come by to answer your questions and
explain our service, NO OBLIGATION.
Q. DO YOU HAVE ANY OTHER TYPE OF AGREEMENTS?
A. Yes. for an additional $57, we have our “Total Maintenance-Repairs” Plan, providing basically the same
repairs as the “Home Service Contract,” but also including a regular program of scheduled maintenance
approximately every 4 months, on nearly all the equipment in the Manor.
Q. DO YOU HAVE ANY CONTRACTS FOR
WATERFORD?
A. We have available a special contract specifically for
Waterford to cover virtually every problem or maintenance need.
34 Years
Serving
Rossmoor
BILL WEST
Over 34 years
serving Rossmoor
DAN WEST
Over 29 years
serving
Rossmoor
OF ROSSMOOR
FOR SERVICE CALL 937-4600
be a “Shared Inquiry for Theatre”
Great Books-type discussion. The
trip includes six nights at Bedford
Hotel in Bloomsbury within walking distance of most theaters,
museums and shops. Airfare is
extra. A $500 deposit is due by
Friday, Aug. 15. Full payment is
due by Monday, Sept. 15. The
cost is $1,945 per person, double
occupancy, and $2,295 for a single. For information, contact Ted
Kraus at 939-3658.
RENO SNOW TRAIN
Feb. 10 through 12
St. Anne’s Society will be taking the Reno Snow Train soon. A
$20 deposit is due by Aug. 27 to
reserve a seat on the train. Make
check payable to Fran Long and
mail to her at 1621 Ptarmigan
Drive, 1C, Entry 7. Further details
to follow. For information, call
Long at 939-5151.
Poetry Circle,
Tea Group
to meet
The Rossmoor Poetry Circle
and the Rossmoor Tea Group
will have a joint luncheon at
Dragon 2000 Chinese Restaurant at noon on Thursday, Aug.
28. Everyone is invited to bring
relatives and friends.
Dragon 2000 is located at
1651 Botelho Drive in Walnut
Creek. Its phone number is
287-1688.
The Rossmoor Poetry Circle
will have its monthly meeting
on Monday, Sept. 8, from 3 to 5
p.m. in the Ivy Room at Dollar
Clubhouse. Members should
bring 20 copies of a poem by
themselves or another poet.
The Poetry Circle exists to
read and discuss poetry in a
supportive, encouraging environment. New members are
welcome.
For information about either
of these events, call Marc Hofstadter at 934-8194 or e-mail
him at [email protected].
Genealogical
Society will
not meet
this month
The Mt. Diablo Genealogical Society will not meet the
month of August. The next
meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 1:15 p.m. at the
Pacific National Bank in the
Rossmoor Shopping Center.
The September speaker will
be announced in the Sept. 10
issue of the News.
The Mt. Diablo Genealogical welcomes guests and new
members. Annual dues are $20
for an individual member and
$25 for a family membership.
Meetings are held the third
Thursday of each month, except for holidays and the month
of August. Paid members receive a monthly publication of
The Digger.
Pacific National Bank is located at 1910 Tice Valley Blvd.
(near Longs).
For information, call Peggy
Johnson at 937-6598.

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