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into taking action based on the demands of their constituents. “Is there a point to it?,” one speaker asked rhetorically, saying that he could see how the proclamation felt “like shouting into the void” before explaining the rationale behind it. “There is power in numbers, and I think if that same sentiment is echoed enough times, then I think we can actually bring about something that’s really powerful.” Not all present at the meeting were convinced that local government should take any stance on global issues. “Please do not take a side,” one resident urged the council. “While the freedom to express

Oakley City Council discussed plans for the city’s future library at Tuesday night’s meeting, but members said more money will be needed to achieve their ultimate vision. Stakeholders envision a building that is about 25,000 square feet, that will have the same aesthetic as the rest of Oakley’s City Hall Plaza, and include an engaging space for children and teens, along with space for seniors and veterans. The design concept also included areas for city administration, ancillary county services, an emergency operations center, and dedicated offices to lease to elected officials. The city has hired several consulting companies to explore which development strategy would make the most sense for Oakley. The latest, Urban Field Studios and Economic Planning Systems, presented the latest design options and economic data at the meeting. “What we wanted to bring you tonight is something you can make happen and make real,” said Jane Lin, a partner and architect with Urban Field Studio. “The current library is not in a great way, so there is an absolute need for this library to be in a much nicer place and a much better, and more central, place.” In 1999, a five-year agreement was made with Contra Costa County, allowing the Oakley

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ioneer Elementary School in Brentwood held a Veterans Day celebration on Nov. 9. The event was attended by over 1,000 redidents, including students, staff, families,and veterans. Veterans of Foreign War Post 10789 presented the colors. For more Veterans Day photos, turn to page 4A.

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moral matter. If everyone says ‘it’s not my city’s issue, It’s not my responsibility and we don’t want to be divisive,’ then we would be living with slavery until now.

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It was standing room only at the Brentwood City Council meeting on Nov. 14 as local residents came to the council chamber to ask the council to support a ceasefire in Gaza. “This is not a political matter, this is a moral matter,” one speaker told the council. “If everyone says ‘it’s not my city’s

One speaker at Brentwood City Council meeting on the Israel-Palestine war issue, it’s not my responsibility and we don’t want to be divisive,’ then we would be living with slavery until now.” Several speakers who supported the idea of Brentwood calling on the federal government to demand a ceasefire said

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By Jeff Weisinger Bristow Middle School officials held a webinar Monday night to tell parents that not only is the campus safe for students, but they also gave an update on the campus. They explained the steps that they’re taking to promote student safety about a week after a pair of threats against the campus, the latter of which forced Thursday’s lockout. “(Monday) was a great day at school,” Bristow principal Anna Perales said. “We had so many of our students on campus, we had the support of Brentwood police on site, we had additional counselors on site, and we had a therapy dog that was a hit.”

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Bristow Middle School’s parents want more done by the school after the school’s webinar on Monday night tried to assure its community that the school is safe. “I do not feel, as a parent, that they have addressed anything,” Carolina Hernandez said to The Press. Carolina, a mother of four kids, one of whom is at Bristow, was said she was disturbed not just with Monday’s webinar by Bristow, but in how the school responded to the threats against the students and teachers on Thursday. “The point is ‘What are you going to do to provide safety for future incidents?,’” she said. “What protocols are being put in place? What protocols are the officials going to put in place to ensure safety?” Monday’s webinar, led by Bristow principal Anna Perales, along with Brentwood Unified School District Superintendent Dana Eaton and the district’s director of student services Kirsten Jobb, police Chief Tim Herbert, school resource officer Chris Bollinger, and Sgt. Mitch Brouillette, detailed the events of last Thursday’s lockout, the difference

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Bristow Middle School’s community experienced a pair of threats against students and teachers last week. between the lockout and lockdown, while also mentioning how the school can grow from this incident going forward. One thing that had parents concerned all weekend through Monday’s webinar was a lack of information to parents on the situation as events were happening. Eaton tried to explain their side and the legal side of the investigation. “I completely understand that people want to know much more than what we are sharing,” Eaton said to The Press. “I

am a parent, and there is nothing more important to me than my children. It is important to understand that we are required by law to protect the names of the minors in question. It is also important to know that releasing evidence or too much information would undermine the very thing people are asking us to make sure we do, which is hold these students accountable. “Involving the police immediately was the right decision,” he added. “Call-

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Veterans Day salute

he city of Oakley hosted a Veterans Day event celebrating all veterans on November 11 in Civic Center Park at 11 a.m. This ceremony included a rifle salute, speeches by several local veterans and a live performance by the Freedom High School band. To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia/slideshows Photos by Andrew Rulloda

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A big donation Local runner Branin Cook presented an oversized check for $4,000 to Oakley veterans on Nov. 11 during a Veterans Day ceremony in Oakley’s Civic Center Park. Cook raised the money by challenging himself to run every day since July 1 to honor the memory of his father, who was a Vietnam veteran. Cook is a member of the Oakley Rotary, the manager of Les Schwab Tires on Main Street and helps and supports the senior center, local schools, FFA and other local organizations.

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he American Legion Roy Frerichs Post 202, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Marine Corps League, held a solemn and crowded Veterans Day gathering at Veterans Park in Brentwood on Nov. 11. The 90-minute event featured speeches by Mayor Joel Bryant and Congressman Mark DeSaulnier, as well as several veterans. It also featured tributes to veterans of all branches, including those missing in action or made prisoners of war; and patriotic music. The event concluded with a rifle salute. To view a video and a slideshow, visit www.thepress.net/multimedia

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Honoring others Lifelong Brentwood resident Rudy Ramirez was honored during Brentwood’s Veterans Day ceremony on Nov. 11. He used the opportunity to honor his father as well as his friends. Ramirez is a Vietnam veteran, and enlisted partly to feel closer to his father, he said. His dad had served in World War II and did not talk about his experiences overseas. Ramirez had hoped his own enlistment would give them a chance to exchange stories, but his father died before he deployed. “I want recognition for all of us, not just me,” he said. “How could I not?” The opportunity to speak at the event was presented to Ramirez about a month ahead of time when he received a phone call from Mike Clement from American Legion Post 202, which operates out of the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building on First Street. Ramirez was originally hesitant because he doesn’t consider himself a public speaker, but he agreed when he realized it would give him the opportunity to honor others. Although his speech at the event paid homage to his father and friends he served with, Ramirez pointed out that his family has always been there for him as well, particularly his wife and siblings. “When I came back, I wasn’t in a good place,” he said. “But they never gave up on me and helped make me the person I am today.”

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Liberty High School hosts first annual Dia De Los Muertos community ofrenda On Nov. 2, Liberty High School students and staff worked together to make the first Dia De Los Muertos community ofrenda (altar) on school campus. Dia De Los Muertos or “Day of the Dead” is a Latinx holiday . It is believed that the souls of dead relatives come back for a short reunion with their family that consists of celebrating, drinks, and food. For Liberty High School students, the holiday is to honor and remember loved ones and share the special tradition with different people so that they could not only mourn recent passings such as Ke’Marion Tucker and Nikolas Capelletti, which have caused a great loss to the Liberty community, but also remember passings from years ago. This event was planned months prior so that different departments across campus could prepare. This included academic departments such as Visual Arts, World Languages, English Learners departments and student run groups such as: Latinos Unidos, Art Club, and Culture Shock. The preparations went from the little details of making sure that the handmade marigold flowers had enough crinkles to the big assembling of the arch that would hover over the ofrenda. The influences of teachers such as Elizabeth Gonzalez, Elsa Fernandez,

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Liberty High School students and staff joined together on Nov. 2 to make the first Dia De Los Muertos community ofrenda on school campus. This event was planned months prior so that different departments across campus could prepare. Mariely Alizondo, Alex Vazquez and Jimmy Ramirez have impacted the students greatly. This school year, students of Latinx descent gave thanks to fellow Latinx teachers for helping them share their culture and traditions with their peers. The evening was filled with different activities and performances, including musical per-

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explained the importance of the holiday. Asked what she thought of the event, performer Jenny Dzul said, “Many Latinos don’t get many opportunities to express their culture in ways like this, so creating this event and being able to perform in it was amazing. Since we started something new, I feel like more Latinos feel comfortable and are no longer afraid to put themselves out there which could lead to even more opportunities”. The event didn’t serve only as a night of fun and reminiscing, but it also served as a gateway to the beginning of students’ representation. Students who come from different backgrounds tend to stay in the shadows and do only the bare minimum because the activities set in school aren’t relatable to them or just don’t interest them. While Day of the Dead was an event to bring Latinos together to show off their traditions, it can be seen as a way that lets other cultures start events and activities to also be “seen”. Soon enough, Liberty High School can be seen for the opportunities of representation that it gives its students. Miriam Valenzuela Lopez is a senior at Liberty High School To view a slideshow, visit www.thepress. net/multimedia/slideshows

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Community College district board chooses new chancellor

The Contra Costa Community College District Governing Board has selected Mojdeh Mehdizadeh as the 10th permanent Chancellor – pending contract negotiations and approval. The governing board will vote to approve Mehdizadeh’s contract at their Wednesday, December 13 meeting. If approved, the last step in this process is her contract negotiations. “Her commitment to our mission of transforming the lives of all our students is unwavering, and she ensures that students are at the forefront of every discussion and decision,” said Governing Board President Fernando Sandoval. “Her 36 years of leadership at 4CD has helped us maintain our legacy of higher education excellence.” Mehdizadeh has been interim chancellor for the district since February 2022. Before that, she was the Executive Vice Chancellor of Education and Technology. “It is truly an honor to be selected as the next permanent Chancellor of the Contra Costa Community College District,” Mehdizadeh said. “I am grateful to the members of the Governing Board, our community, and employees for their trust in me to lead 4CD in transforming the lives of our students and the community. I will continue to focus on creating environments where every student feels a sense of belonging on our campuses, and that will allow us to contribute to their educational journey.” Mehdizadeh holds an M.A. in Organizational and Intercultural Communications from California State University, East Bay, and a B.S. in Computer Information Systems from San Francisco State University after having completed her general education requirements at Diablo Valley College.

Contra Costa County Library introduces early literacy outreach van

The Contra Costa County Library has introduced the Rolling Reader, the library’s new, all-electric, early literacy outreach van. The Rolling Reader will visit low-income areas across the county where

library staff will present storytimes, hand out free books and crafts, and provide activities focused on early literacy, small motor skills, and STEM. The Contra Costa County Library has 26 branches across the county, yet many residents still are not able to easily get to one. Some may live too far from a branch, or don’t have access to reliable transportation, or have to work during library open hours. The Rolling Reader will allow the library to prioritize providing literacy services to children up to 5 years old in low-income areas. Research shows that early and positive experiences with books set the stage for a child’s success in learning to read. Additionally, literacy skills are a strong predictor of health, employment status, and overall success in life. Providing storytimes and crafts for young children will encourage regular exposure to reading and books, thus improving the potential for life success for many children and families. “We recognized that to reach all our communities, we needed to get out of our buildings and take our services to the residents who need them most,” said county Librarian Alison McKee. “The goal of the Rolling Reader is to instill a lifelong habit of reading and love for libraries.” Funding for the outreach van was provided by the Bella Vista Foundation and MCE. Staffing for the outreach van is provided by Measure X, a half-cent sales tax passed by voters in 2020. “Early childhood services are one of our county’s top priorities,” said Supervisor John Gioia, chairman of the Board of Supervisors. “The new library outreach van and early literacy program will improve the lives of many children by making these opportunities easily accessible.” The Rolling Reader made its debut on Wednesday, Nov. 15 at the Monument Crisis Center. Visit ccclib.org to sign up for a library card and get connected to books and resources. For questions about Library services and programming or account information, contact the Library via online Chat, email ask@library.cccounty.us or text questions to (925) 290-7627.

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ontra Costa Fire Protection District Capt. Robert Ruddick and his dad, former Knightsen volunteer firefighter Bob Ruddick, brought a copy of The Press along on their visit to the East Coast. After a stroll along the Freedom Trail in Boston, they wanted to see the area famous for the pilgrims’ landing in 1620. Photo cortesy of Robert Ruddick

Off-road vehicle safety week is this week The week of Nov. 11-19 is off-road vehicle safety week, and the state department of off-highway Motor Vehicle Recreation are promoting safe and responsible use on public lands. This year’s theme is “Be the Off-Road Hero,” and off-road vehicle enthusiasts can follow safety protocols to protect the state’s natural resources. During that week specifically, veteran and new riders alike can: • practice being visible, using a whip and flag, wear high-visibility clothing, and practice trail etiquette. • Wear a properly fitted helmet, chest protector, knee guards, and all recommended safety equipment. • Take a free safety class to become a better rider. For a list of classes, visit https://outdoorrecreationfoundation. org/index.php/projects/free-safety California’s off-road vehicle program was created in 1971 out of the need to bet-

ter manage the growing demands for offroad recreation, while fostering respect for private property rights and protecting the state’s natural and cultural resources, the press release stated. Today, there are nine state vehicular recreation areas across California: Carnegie, Clay Pit, Eastern Kern County Onyx Ranch, Heber Dunes, Hollister Hills, Hungry Valley, Oceano Dunes, Ocotillo Wells, and Prairie City. These public lands provide recreational opportunities on approximately 145,000 acres of lands with more than 600 miles of designated off-road vehicle trails and terrain. Some state vehicular recreation areas also feature camping, swimming, and other recreational opportunities. A variety of wildlife, sensitive habitats, plants, and animal species call them home. Since 1971, more than $803 million in grants have been awarded to federal and local partners, funding acquisition and development, resource protection, safety and education, and law enforcement for recreation. For more information,, including grant opportunities, visit ohv.parks.ca.gov.

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Heritage head football coach Dave Fogelstrom is no stranger to El Cerrito high. His football team, on the other hand, will be in unfamiliar territory, playing the Gauchos for the first time Friday night, on the road, in their first NCS semifinal with a spot in the NCS Division II Championship on the line. “El Cerrito is a great place to play with great tradition,” Fogelstrom said. “My mom graduated there in the 1950s and has shared stories about her times at that venue. The team is excited for this opportunity and we are working hard to represent the BVAL against an extremely talented team.” “Coaches Ron Rivers, Sam Arnold, Gerry Lombardi, John Stone, and Ryan Seto all have put in extra time, and I am thankful to have such an experienced staff taking this team into a difficult place

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to play.” Outside of undefeated Pittsburg, the top-seeded Gauchos may be the best team that Heritage will face this season. The Gauchos went 9-1 during the regular season with their only loss coming against

state powerhouse De La Salle. Of their nine wins, five were shutouts, including all four of their league games, outscoring their league opponents 201-0. Last week’s 61-14 playoff opening win against Berkeley was the third time that they scored 60

points or more in a game, the other two times coming against Freedom (63-14 on Sept. 1) and against Bethel (64-0 on Oct. 5). “They have speed at every position and size in the interior,” Fogelstrom said. “They can play with anyone and they have earned all of those shutouts. They are legit.” Despite how tough the challenge may be for a Patriots team that was dominant in their 35-8 playoff opening win at Redwood last Saturday, Fogelstrom said that playing against teams like Pittsburg, Antioch, and James Logan has prepared them for the tall task ahead on Friday. “The more times you play against opponents with speed, the more used to the pace of the game you become,” he said. “I think our speed gave Redwood some problems Saturday because they don’t see it very often. We see it in the majority of see Heritage page 12A

Liberty coaches reflect on victories, personal losses By Sean Tongson Correspondent

Liberty water polo head coach Jack Doria reflected on his team’s recent BVAL title victory over Heritage on Oct. 28. Discussing the adversity they faced and noting the ups and downs of the season, Doria chronicled the highlights leading up the championship games and motivational factors for the teams, while also looking ahead to the future. “This was an extremely difficult season outside of the pool for many, myself included,” Doria said. “The illnesses, personal hardships, and the sudden and tragic loss of friends and family members really galvanized the team and made this championship; the tenth for Liberty girls water polo, about so much more than redemption.” Both Liberty boys and girls teams won Bay Valley Athletic League titles with victories over Heritage High School, the boys winning 12-6 and the girls winning 10-2. According to boys head coach Rosy Ayers, the boys team bounced back from a semifinals loss and playoff elimination to Freedom last year, and doubled their goals, assists, exclusions drawn, and shot blocks this year while working on offense and defense in the offseason and during the season. But to Doria and Ayers, these victories are significantly more meaningful. “The boys won the championship with adversity,” Ayers said. “For the juniors and seniors, they’ve had three coaches in three years. I moved over to the boys side only this

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Both Liberty boys and girls teams won Bay Valley Athletic League titles with victories over Heritage High School, the boys winning 12-6 and the girls winning 10-2. year, so I’m a first-time head coach. We had a shooting the same week of the tournament, and one of their classmates passed away. And then two days before the championship, one of their best friends who went to Liberty died unexpectedly. The boys were basically grieving. I didn’t know how they would respond. But they did and it’s just what they needed.” Doria spoke about the significance of the title win for the girls in a similar way to the boys, highlighting coming up short in last year’s goal of a fourth consecutive BVAL title and using that as motivation for this year. Additionally, many key athletes from last year’s team graduated, which caused some uncertainty about what the team would be able to accomplish this season, coaches said. “This team is an exceptional group of

human beings whose impact transcends the athletic experience,” Doria said.“This team failed to make the championship game last year after losing to a good Freedom team. That was a huge disappointment for them. I know this year was challenging for them and Rosy personally as well, so winning the title, the fifth for Liberty boys water polo, was so impactful.” Boys captain Seth Venables, a fouryear varsity player who led the boys team to a title with a three goals, three assists, and five steals performance, observed how far his team has come and how proud he is of the team. “Our team has been through a lot having a different coach from last year but Rosy brought out the potential in our team,”

Venables said. “Having to deal with the loss of two students at Liberty and one being a close friend to some of us on the team, we had to win it for them. Overall, this season has been a huge success for us as a school, team, and individuals.” The victory was also significant for girls captain Athena Ayers, another fouryear varsity player who led the team to victory with a seven-goal performance. Athena, who committed to playing water polo at LMU on the same day as the title victory, was credited by Doria for her hard work and leadership that enabled the players to build a positive and inclusive culture that enabled them to build the necessary confisee Liberty page 12A

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Heritage from page 11A teams we play.” “El Cerrito is right up there with the fastest teams we will see each year. It is hard to replicate it in practice, but we have played some games where we faced that type of speed.” Including last week’s win in their playoff return, Heritage does have something going for it entering Friday night. For starters, in those three previously men-

Liberty from page 11A dence to contribute and be successful. “I would like to thank my teammates, coaches, family, and friends for all the support,” Athena said. “With the help of all of them all the hard work paid off, and I am able to advance my academic and water

tioned games, Heritage had two of those – Logan and Antioch – in their hands until the final minute. They also scored the most points against a potential Division I state-bound Pittsburg team on the road. Then there’s the road factor. Including last Saturday, four of Heritage’s five total wins this season came on the road, highlighted by their opening-day comeback at Foothill. Fogelstrom credited the Patriots’ road-warrior men-

polo career at LMU.” Looking ahead, both coaches are focusing on the Junior Olympics this summer in Northern California. Additionally, the winter water polo season for Lamorinda Brentwood starts the week of December 4, and will also host the USA Water Polo

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tality to his senior leadership, best shown in last week’s win at Redwood in Larkspur. “I think winning at Redwood showed a lot of maturity in this team,” Fogelstrom said. “Our staff was concerned about an hour bus ride and a Saturday day game, which we never play in our league. They do it all the time up there. Our kids did not miss a beat, and I think that shows the leadership of our seniors and how we have grown up since August.”

Dare to Dream Festival at Liberty High School in January, which is a 10-and-under tournament focusing on the development and growth of the youngest athletes. “Lamorinda Brentwood continues to develop athletes east of Mount Diablo, and wants to provide opportunities for our

local kids to play in the offseason,” Ayers said. There were many kids from multiple schools playing during the BVAL tournament, and we are very proud of their accomplishments.” To view a video, visit www.thepress.net/ multimedia

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to $9 million, leaving the proposed project $16 million short of its goal. “There is a possibility that, if we reduce the size of the library, that there is perhaps something that is more right sized,” Lin said. Oakley City Manager Josh McMurray supports the vision for a new library, but remains wary about where funding could be found. He stressed the importance of a project that is feasible and within the city’s means. “We have many priorities that the city council has been discussing over the past several years, and we’ve re-prioritized those,” McMurray said. “These priorities that we have as a city, the services and facilities, and the infrastructure that this community deserves, has a very large price tag to it.” Call presented a preliminary plan for a smaller library, with the option to construct a future expansion, should additional money become available. He referred to the downsized plan as “somewhat intimate,” but encouraged Council members to visit other projects of similar size in the area. Mayor Aaron Meadows discussed reducing the square footage of the initial project, but former library employee and current Friends of Oakley Library volunteer Liz Fuller disagreed. She said during public comment that she didn’t feel that a 9,000 square-foot library would be big enough, and that by the time a potential expansion was possible, the costs to build it will have gone up. “I think, in the long run, it would be better to build big first, rather than later,”

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Some thoughts about Brentwood’s Hanson Lane project

Editor: I listened to the City Council meeting on Oct. 24 and listened to the discussion about the Hanson Lane project. My thoughts were: • Is no one familiar with pockets of populations around Brentwood to know how to properly communicate with residents? Having a resident translate and hand out flyers is a really bad look for the city. • Why was there no park from the get-go? The development across from Pioneer off Amber Lane is built on an L and at nook, the city required a park. It’s the size of a postage stamp but neighbors use it and parents with littles waiting for Pioneer to let out use it. It’s a very useful

park even as tiny as it is. • Why would this development get a park but not Hanson? In my area (I’m very privileged to have been able to afford to move there), I have two nice sized parks in my neighborhood, two within a five-minute walking distance and one more within biking distance. The area where Hanson is located has no parks within a safe reasonable walking distance. This is something city staff should always look at before putting together a deck. • Why a gate to restrict access? The emergency vehicles could get through just fine without a gate. What are we restricting exactly? This isn’t Trilogy where people pay an arm and a leg to restrict access, and even then, there are areas open to the public. By having free flow of traffic, nearby neighborhoods can get to know each other and become a

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Editor: STOP THE VIOLENCE. When you hear of a school shooting, the person responsible often has been bullied and made to feel like an outsider. This in no way excuses their behavior, but may give us a tool to help stop mass shootings. Let‘s try to solve the problem at its source. According to news media and social media, this child was bullied mercilessly. Every day of his life was filled with emotional abuse, threats, bullying, tormentors and intimidation. The bullying expanded each day as the social media posts spread through the school population with students forwarding the posts to other students and friends. We need to implement programs to help stop bullying and get help for the student before it becomes so bad that a child sees no way out and resorts to violence. Yes, children will be children, and there have always been bullies. However, with the social media that currently exists, it is far more devastating. We need to expect more of

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LEGAL NOTICES ORDINANCE 1064 AMENDING THE FIRST PARAGRAPH OF SECTION 4.1 OF CITY COUNCIL/ ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY NO. 10-13, SIGNATURE AUTHORITY, RELATED TO THE CITY ATTORNEY’S SIGNATURE AUTHORITY FOR LEGAL SERVICE AND PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIVE SERVICE AGREEMENTS THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 24th day of October 2023, by the following vote: AYES: Mendoza, Meyer, Oerlemans, Pierson, and Mayor Bryant NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None And was adopted at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 14th of November, 2023 by the following vote: AYES: Mendoza, Meyer, Oerlemans, Pierson, and Mayor Bryant NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91680 Publish Dates: November 17, 2023. ORDINANCE 1065 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRENTWOOD AMENDING PROVISIONS OF THE BRENTWOOD MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE OUTDATED CHAPTER AND SECTION NUMBERING REFERENCES; REVISE SECTION 1.12.010 (HEARING OFFICER); AND REVISE, IN ITS ENTIRETY, CHAPTER 1.24 (ADMINISTRATIVE CITATIONS); AND MAKING FINDINGS THAT THESE ACTIONS ARE EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT BASED ON SECTIONS 15061 AND 15358 OF THE ACT’S GUIDELINES THE FOREGOING ORDINANCE was introduced with the first reading waived at a regular meeting of the Brentwood City Council on the 14th day of November 2023, by the following vote: AYES: Mendoza, Meyer, Oerlemans, Pierson, and Mayor Bryant NOES: None ABSENT: None RECUSED: None ATTEST: Margaret Wimberly, MMC City Clerk The above is a summary of the major highlights of the ordinances; reading the ordinances in its entirety may be necessary to obtain a full understating of all changes. A copy of the full text of the ordinances is on file and may be read in the City Clerk’s office located at 150 City Park Way, Brentwood, and/or a copy may be obtained from that office based on the City’s actual cost for duplicating. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91681 Publish Dates: November 17, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0004990 The name of the business(es): Cal Tech Enviro Pest Management. Located at: 2210 Cordoba Ct. In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): BCAM Corporation. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 04/08/1998. Signature of registrant: Robert Garcia JR., President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: September 22, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 09/21/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91574 Publish dates: November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005443 The name of the business(es): Garcia & Sons Repair Services Located at: 1914 Terrance Drive In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Garcia Landscaping Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Santiago Garcia. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 18, 2023 by

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Deputy Clerk Expires 10/17/2028 Antioch receive clear title to the property. You are Press No. 06-1617 91623 Publish dates: encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that November 10, 17, 24, December 2023. may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurFICTITIOUS BUSINESS ance company, either of which may charge NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005722 The name of the you a fee for this information. If you consult business(es): LEONARDO’S CONCRETE either of these resources, you should be PUMPING Located at: 1428 Viera Ave In: aware that the same lender may hold more Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by than one mortgage or deed of trust on the the following owner(s): Leonardo Salazar. property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: This business is conducted by: An Indi- The sale date shown on this notice of sale vidual. The registrant commenced to trans- may be postponed one or more times by act business under the fictitious business the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a name or names listed above on 1/2/2023. court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the Signature of registrant: Leonardo Salazar, California Civil Code. The law requires that Individual. This statement was filed with information about trustee sale postponethe County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: ments be made available to you and to the November 6, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires public, as a courtesy to those not present at 11/5/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 the sale. If you wish to learn whether your 91668 Publish dates: November 17, 24, sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for December 1, 8, 2023. the sale of this property, you may call 800280-2832 for information regarding the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS trustee’s sale or visit this internet website NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005812 The name of the http://www.qualityloan.com, using the business(es): Rhodes Roots Family Farm file number assigned to this foreclosure by Located at 3516 Nightingale Dr. In: Antioch, the Trustee: CA-19-874101-JB. Information CA 94509, is hereby registered by the fol- about postponements that are very short in lowing owner(s): 1. Stanley Donald Rhodes duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be re2. Jennifer Louise Rhodes This business is conducted by: A Married flected in the telephone information or on Couple. The registrant commenced to trans- the internet website. The best way to verify act business under the fictitious business postponement information is to attend the name or names listed above on N/A. Sig- scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may nature of registrant: Stanley Rhodes. This have a right to purchase this property after statement was filed with the County Clerk the trustee auction pursuant to Section of Contra Costa County on: November 8, 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/07/2028 an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase Antioch Press No. 06-1617 91671 Publish the property if you match the last and highdates November 17, 24, December 1, 8, est bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to 2023. purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Self-storage Cube contents of the following auction. There are three steps to exercising customers containing household and other this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after goods will be sold for cash by CubeSmart the date of the trustee sale, you can call Asset Management, LLC as Agent for Own- 800-280-2832, or visit this internet website er, 1790 Vineyard Drive, Antioch CA 94509 http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file to satisfy a lien on December 07, 2023 number assigned to this foreclosure by the at approx. 01:00 PM at www.storaget- Trustee: CA-19-874101-JB to find the date reasures.com: Danielle Modica, Erika on which the trustee’s sale was held, the Hunt, Ashley Wilson, Daniel Vega, amount of the last and highest bid, and the Corazon Fernandez, James Mayers, address of the trustee. Second, you must Charice Jackson. Antioch Press No. 06- send a written notice of intent to place a 1617 91682 Publish Dates: November 17, bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, 24, 2023. you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-19-874101-JB Order No.: FIN- trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify 19001332 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/19/2016. UN- bidder,” you should consider contacting an LESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR attorney or appropriate real estate profesPROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC sional immediately for advice regarding SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST PROSPECTIVE OWNER-OCCUPANT: Any proYOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A spective owner-occupant as defined in Secpublic auction sale to the highest bidder for tion 2924m of the California Civil Code who cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or na- is the last and highest bidder at the trustee’s tional bank, check drawn by state or federal sale shall provide the required affidavit or credit union, or a check drawn by a state declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer or federal savings and loan association, or at the trustee’s sale or shall have it delivered savings association, or savings bank speci- to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by fied in Section 5102 to the Financial Code 5 p.m. on the next business day following and authorized to do business in this state, the trustee’s sale at the address set forth will be held by duly appointed trustee. The in the below signature block. The undersale will be made, but without covenant or signed Trustee disclaims any liability for warranty, expressed or implied, regarding any incorrectness of the property address or title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay other common designation, if any, shown the remaining principal sum of the note(s) herein. If no street address or other comsecured by the Deed of Trust, with interest mon designation is shown, directions to the and late charges thereon, as provided in location of the property may be obtained the note(s), advances, under the terms of by sending a written request to the benthe Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, eficiary within 10 days of the date of first charges and expenses of the Trustee for publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale the total amount (at the time of the initial is set aside for any reason, including if the publication of the Notice of Sale) reason- Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purably estimated to be set forth below. The chaser at the sale shall be entitled only to amount may be greater on the day of sale. a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exTHE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Bryan clusive remedy. The purchaser shall have Briggs, a single man and Ola A. Blanton, no further recourse against the Trustor, the a single woman, as joint tenants Recorded: Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s 8/29/2016 as Instrument No. 2016- Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you 0173588-00 of Official Records in the office have previously been discharged through of the Recorder of CONTRA COSTA County, bankruptcy, you may have been released of California; Date of Sale: 12/19/2023 at 9:00 personal liability for this loan in which case AM Place of Sale: At the Pleasant Hill Com- this letter is intended to exercise the note munity Center, located at 320 Civic Drive, holders right’s against the real property Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. In the Auction. only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPOcom Room Amount of unpaid balance and RATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, other charges: $374,581.86 The purported CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE inproperty address is: 1123 W 18TH STREET, formation only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or ANTIOCH, CA 94509 Assessor’s Parcel No.: Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Re074-321-017-1 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BID- instatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 DERS: If you are considering bidding on QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION . TS this property lien, you should understand No.: CA-19-874101-JB IDSPub #0189326 that there are risks involved in bidding at 11/17/2023 11/24/2023 12/1/2023 Ana trustee auction. You will be bidding on a tioch Press No. 06-1617 91632 Publish lien, not on the property itself. Placing the Dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 2023. highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear FICTITIOUS BUSINESS ownership of the property. You should also NAME STATEMENT be aware that the lien being auctioned off File No. F-2023-0004918 The name of the may be a junior lien. If you are the highest business(es): Pacific Coast Embalmings bidder at the auction, you are or may be Located at: 55 Outrigger Way In: Discovery responsible for paying off all liens senior to Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the the lien being auctioned off, before you can following owner(s): Luis A Claudio. This

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claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Colleen Shaw - SBN 269892 535 Main Street, Third Floor Martinez, CA 94553. (415) 323-8066 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91571 Publish Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 2023.

a. MIGUEL MARION VELASCO b. AKA MICHAEL M. VELASCO to Proposed Name: MICHAEL MARION VELASCO. 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING a. Date: 1/24/2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 30 b. The address of the court is same as noted above. 3. a. A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Brentwood Press Date: 11/02/2023 Judge of the Superior Court Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91625 Publish Dates: November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005637 The name of the business(es): Diablo Delta Cornhole Ventures Located at: 138 Wexford Street In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): 1. Andrea August Bautista. 2. John Lejano Bautista. This business is conducted by: A Married Couple. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Andrea August Bautista, Party of Marriage. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 31, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/30/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91569 Publish dates: November 10, 17, 24 , December 1, 2023.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0004925 The name of the business(es): Pet Palace Online Emporium Located at: 3706 Otter Brook Loop In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): William Lane Maher. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: William Maher. This statement was filed with the County Clerk FICTITIOUS BUSINESS of Contra Costa County on: September 19, NAME STATEMENT 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 9/19/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91622 Pub- File No. F-2023-0005870 The name of the lish dates: November 10, 17, 24, December business(es): Amelita G. Sta Maria Located at: 13 McClarren Ct In: Brentwood, 1, 2023. CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Amelita Galicia Sta FICTITIOUS BUSINESS Maria. This business is conducted by: An NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005181 The name of the Individual. The registrant commenced to business(es): HAIRISTA BEAUTY BOU- transact business under the fictitious busiTIQUE Located at: 50 Sand Creek Road In: ness name or names listed above on N/A. Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered Signature of registrant: Amelita Sta Maria, by the following owner(s): Aisha Jacinta Individual. This statement was filed with Johnson. This business is conducted by: the County Clerk of Contra Costa County An Individual. The registrant commenced on: November 13, 2023 by Deputy Clerk to transact business under the fictitious Expires 11/17/2023 Brentwood Press No. business name or names listed above on 02-1273 91674 Publish dates: November 10/3/2023. Signature of registrant: Aisha 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2023. Johnson. This statement was filed with FICTITIOUS BUSINESS the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: NAME STATEMENT October 3, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/2/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 File No. F-2023-0005871 The name of the 91667 Publish dates: November 17, 24, business(es): Alexandre Dominique Sta Maria Located at: 13 McClarren Ct In: December 1, 8, 2023. Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Alexandre DomFICTITIOUS BUSINESS inique Galicia Sta Maria. This business is NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005522 The name of the conducted by: An Individual. The registrant business(es): Aranda Tax Service Located commenced to transact business under the at: 933 N Estates Dr. In: Brentwood, CA fictitious business name or names listed 94561, is hereby registered by the follow- above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Alexing owner(s): Paulo Aranda. This business is andre Dominique Sta Maria, Individual. This conducted by: An Individual The registrant statement was filed with the County Clerk commenced to transact business under the of Contra Costa County on: November 13, fictitious business name or names listed 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/12/2028 above on 4/1/2023. Signature of registrant: Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91676 PubPaulo Aranda, Individual. This statement lish dates: November 17, 24, December 1, was filed with the County Clerk of Contra 8, 2023. Costa County on: October 23, 2023 by DepLIEN SALE NOTICE uty Clerk Expires 10/22/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91464 Publish dates: Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 3071 of the Civil Code of the State of October 27, Novemeber 3, 10, 17, 2023. California, the undersigned, Oliver’s Tow, Inc., 2800 Radiant Ave., Richmond, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CA, 94806, will conduct a public sale on NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005538 The name of the December 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. on the business(es): Mora’s Janitorial Located following vehicle: 2012 Chevrolet, VIN at: 2197 B Railroad Ave In: Pittsburg, CA #: 1G1ZA5EU1CF392672, CA License 94565, is hereby registered by the follow- Plate: 8PJP972. Brentwood Press No. ing owner(s): Silvia Mora Sandoval. This 02-1273 91683 Publish Dates: November business is conducted by: An Individual. 17, 2023. The registrant commenced to transact NOTICE OF PETITION TO business under the fictitious business name ADMINISTER ESTATE or names listed above on N/A. Signature OF: Alma Bercynthia Johnson, deof registrant: Silvia Mora Sandoval. This statement was filed with the County Clerk ceased CASE NUMBER P23-01658 To of Contra Costa County on: October 24, all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/23/2028 creditors, and persons who may otherwise Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91483 Pub- be interested in the will or estate, or both, lish dates: October 27, November 3,10, 17, of: Alma Bercynthia Johnson, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: 2023. Destiny Phillips in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS The Petition for Probate requests NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005586 The name of that: Destiny Phillips be appointed as the business(es): Sio Tai Chi Located at: personal representative to administer the 198 Brown Drive In: Pacheco, CA 94553, estate of the decedent. The petition reis hereby registered by the following quests authority to administer the estate owner(s): Siobhan Stuart. This business is under the Independent Administration of conducted by: An Individual. The registrant Estates Act. (This authority will allow the commenced to transact business under the personal representative to take many acfictitious business name or names listed tions without obtaining court approval. above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Siob- Before taking certain very important achan Stuart, Individual. This statement was tions, however, the personal representative filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa will be required to give notice to interested County on: October 26, 2023 by Deputy persons unless they have waived notice Clerk Expires 10/25/2028 Brentwood Press or consented to the proposed action.) The No. 02-1273 91575 Publish dates: Novem- independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person ber 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023. files an objection to the petition and shows FICTITIOUS BUSINESS good cause why the court should not grant NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005603 The name of the the authority. A hearing on the petition business(es): Isla Bonita Mexican Res- will be held in this court as follows: a. taurant Located at: 6256 Bethel Island Rd Date: 2/8/2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: In: Bethel Island Rd, CA 94561, is hereby 15. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, registered by the following owner(s): Sonia Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the Patricia Ayala. This business is conducted granting of the petition, you should appear by: An Individual. The registrant com- at the hearing and state your objections menced to transact business under the or file written objections with the court fictitious business name or names listed before the hearing. Your appearance may above on N/A. Signature of registrant: So- be in person or by your attorney. If you nia Ayala. This statement was filed with are a creditor or a contingent credithe County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: tor of the decedent, you must file your

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Joyce Ford, also known as Joyce Sue Ford, also known as Joyce S. Ford, deceased CASE NUMBER P23-01817 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Joyce Ford, also known as Joyce Sue Ford, also known as Joyce S. Ford, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: BRANDI R. FORD in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: BRANDI R. FORD be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: 03/07/2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 15. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: Megan Galarneau 3031 W. March Lane, Suite 230 Stockton, CA 95219 209-477-8171 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91560 Publish Dates: November 10, 17, 24, 2023. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME PETITIONER OR ATTORNEY: MICHAEL VELASCO SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF CONTRA COSTA, 725 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 PETITION OF: MICHAEL VELASCO CASE NUMBER: N23-2063 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner MICHAEL VELASCO filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name:

SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER (Número del Caso): 23FL0897 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): Sophie Montez and Daniel Ulrich YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTÁ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): Beverly Tribuiani NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación. Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entregue una copia al demandante. Una carta o una llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leyes de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un formulario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corte le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero y bienes sin más advertencia. Hay otros requisitos legales. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legales gratuitos de un programa de servicios legales sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California, (www.sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por

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ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene que pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso. The name and address of the court is: (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 2850 FAIRLANE CT., PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante que no tiene abogado, es): Beverly Tribuiani. 935 Darby Dr., Brentwood, CA 94513. DATE (Fecha): 9/11/2023 Clerk, by (Secretario): Deputy (Adjunto) NOTICE TO THE PERSON SERVED: You are served – as an individual defendant. Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 91487 Publish Dates: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023.

tion about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, (800) 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.auction.com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 22-05191CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (800) 280-2832, or visit this internet website www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-05191CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. File No.:22-05191CA If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.auction.com or Call: (800) 280-2832. Dated: November 1, 2023 By: Omar Solorzano Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 290-7452 NPP0442783 To: OAKLEY PRESS 11/17/2023, 11/24/2023, 12/01/2023 Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91633 Publish Dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 2023.

be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $569,391.52 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 114691-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 114691-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280-2832 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91608 Publish Dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 2023.

MACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀYIMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/02/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Trustor: HEATHER ANNE SMITH, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 11/09/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0360291-00 in book —-, page—- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, Date of Sale: 12/21/2023 at 01:30 PM Place of Sale: AT THE NORTH SIDE OF THE PITTSBURG CIVIC CENTER NEAR THE GRASS LOCATED AT 65 CIVIC AVENUE, PITTSBURG, CA 94565 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $228,343.81 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE:All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 4320 CHENIN LANE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 A.P.N.: 035-341-018-6 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 228,343.81. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present

at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site https://www.altisource.com/loginpage.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2023-00263-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction, if conducted after January 1, 2021, pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (866)-960-8299, or visit this internet website https://www. altisource.com/loginpage.aspx, using the file number assigned to this case 202300263-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: October 29, 2023 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 9608299 https://www.altisource.com/loginpage.aspx Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Oakley Press No. 03-0477 91620 Publish Dates: November 10, 17, 24, 2023.

ment was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 11/01/2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/31/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2023

ested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: February 22, 2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept: 30. b. Address of court: 725 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: James J. Ficenec NEWMEYER & DILLION LLP SBN 152172 2033 N. MAIN STREET SUITE 500 WALNUT CREEK, CA 94596 (925) 988-3200 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 2023

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE APN: 034-300-003-0 TS No.: 2205191CA TSG Order No.: DEF-516638 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED JULY 8, 2020. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded July 20, 2020 as Document No.: 2020-0144779-00 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Contra Costa County, California, executed by: Ray G. Robertson, a married man as his sole and separate property, as Trustor, will be sold AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER for cash (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced deed of trust. Sale Date: December 19, 2023 Sale Time: 9:00 AM Sale Location: Auction.com Room, Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 File No.:22-05191CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 11 Oregano Ct, Oakley, CA 94561. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit: $315,938.54 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that informa-

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No. 114691-CA APN: 037-500-0288 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 11/14/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 1/16/2024 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 11/23/2005 as Instrument No. 2005-0453454-00 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Contra Costa County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: OCTAVIO MARTINEZ AND MARICRUZ MARTINEZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; At the Auction. com Room, Pleasant Hill Community Center, 320 Civic Drive, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1051 WARHOL WAY, OAKLEY, CA 94561 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE T.S. No.: 2023-00263-CA A.P.N.:035-341-018-6 Property Address: 4320 CHENIN LANE, OAKLEY, CA 94561 PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含一个信息摘要 참고사항: 본 첨부 문서 에 정보 요약서가 있습니 다 NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFOR-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005606 The name of the business(es): IDEAL NOTARY PUBLIC Located at: 3716 Garrow Drive, Antioch, CA 94509 In: Antioch, CA 94509, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Dora Alicia Crandall. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Dora A Crandall. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 10/27/2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/26/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005334 The name of the business(es): ROTH ART GROUP Located at: 1041 Dolores Drive In: Lafayette, CA 94549, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): ROTH Fine Art Appraisals, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/1/2023. Signature of registrant: Andrea Roth, CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 11, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/10/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2023. Publish Dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005653 The name of the business(es): Cold Temp Solutions Located at: 825 Arnold Drive, #116 In: Martinez, CA 94553, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Cold Air Refrigeration Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Keith Lucia, Managing Member. This state-

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005764 The name of the business(es): Chandler Valuation Located at: 108 Cottage Grove Dr In: Discovery Bay, CA 94505, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): K & A Enterprises, Inc. This business is conducted by: A Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/08/2015. Signature of registrant: Kevin Chandler, President. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 11/07/2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/06/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005405 The name of the business(es): Blackbird Trauma Training Located at: 3148 Stone Road In: Bethel Island, CA 94511, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Marjorie Florestal. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 05/01/2023. Signature of registrant: Marjorie Florestal, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 10/16/2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/15/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005383 The name of the business(es): MYLIVE CLEANING SERVICES Located at: 5012 Totem Ct In: Antioch, CA 94531, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Soario C Santos. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/17/2000. Signature of registrant: Soario Santos, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: October 13, 2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 10/12/2028 Antioch Press No. 06-1617 Publish Dates: November 3, 10, 17, 24, 2023 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. F-2023-0005727 The name of the business(es): Hill + Highland Located at: 771 Waterville Drive In: Brentwood, CA 94513, is hereby registered by the following owner(s): Jacqueline Nicole Duttera. This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A. Signature of registrant: Jaqueline Duttera, Individual. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Contra Costa County on: 11/06/2023 by Deputy Clerk Expires 11/05/2028 Brentwood Press No. 02-1273 Publish Dates: November 17, 24, December 1, 8, 2023 NOTICE OF LIEN SALE Date: 11/22/2023 at 10 AM Big Break Marina: 100 Big Break Rd, Oakley, CA 94561 Vessel: 15’1 ft, 1994, Gregor, GBC41313D494. Oakley Press No. 030477. Publish Date: November 17, 2023 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Lewis Carlis Diffey, deceased CASE NUMBER P23-01758 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Lewis Carlis Diffey, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: Sharon Elaine Peterson in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: Sharon Elaine Peterson be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an inter-

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: STEVEN SCOTT AHLF, deceased CASE NUMBER P23-01864 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: STEVEN SCOTT AHLF, deceased. A Petition for Probate has been filed by: SARAH TERNES in the Superior Court of California, County of: CONTRA COSTA. The Petition for Probate requests that: SARAH TERNES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administra tion of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: MARCH 19, 2024 Time: 9:00 A.M. Dept: 15. Room: 215 b. Address of court: 725 COURT STREET, MARTINEZ, CA 94553. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters a general personal representative as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: MICHAEL J AMTHOR 1181 CENTRAL BLVD. SUITE A BRENTWOOD, CA 94513 (925) 516-4888 *OAKLEY PRESS* 03-0477 Publish Dates: November 10, 17, 24, 2023

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Safe from page 1A “Safety is our highest priority. I want to assure everyone that the individuals involved in the threat will have disciplinary action.” Perales added that students who didn’t go to class on Monday and those that would miss class throughout the week would have the absence considered as a “mental health day” and that teachers are posting their assignments online. Perales also emailed notes to the Bristow families reassuring them that the campus is safe and that they have plenty of resources to ensure that. The school has Brentwood police present on site all week, along with faculty and Brentwood police giving an accurate update to students as well as dispelling any rumors that arose since Thursday, and counselors and district administrators on site all week as well for support. “Just reiterating how safe (the students) are on campus and the different safety precautions that we’re putting into place this week,” Perales said. “I felt like we needed to have everybody together to just kind of reassure each other that we are all safer together.” Monday night’s hour-long Zoom webinar, which was recorded and is available on the school’s website, featured Perales, Brentwood Unified School District Superintendent Dana Eaton and the district’s director of student services Kirsten Jobb, police Chief Tim Herbert, school resource officer Chris Bollinger, and Sgt. Mitch Brouillette. The webinar addressed the pair of threats against both students and teachers on the campus on Tuesday and Thursday, both threats police deemed to be unrelated to one another. Thursday’s threat forced the school into a lockout, not

Meeting from page 1A personal opinions is a hallmark of our democracy, I believe it would be inappropriate – and I have to emphasize ‘inappropriate’ – for our City Council to adopt a public stance on this complex political matter. Brentwood is better served by fostering unity within our community and steering clear of divisive positions.” After hearing the public comments, City councilmembers requested three separate agenda items to be discussed at a future meeting: Mayor Joel Bryant requested a proclamation “in support of all humanity and peace.” He requested the proclamation condemn Islamophobia and make every single resident feel “appreciated, loved and safe” as well as supported. Councilmember Pa’tanisha Pier-

Bristow from page 3A happened the day of the lockdown during the webinar, so how was hitting the button an accident? “My daughter and a few classmates were locked out of the gate on the second lockout, leaving them exposed and alone in the quad. Why lock the gate and leave students to think they need to fend for themselves if Bristow knew there was no threat?” Perales said in Monday’s webinar that as they were made aware of the threats to the campus by administration and Brentwood police, that Thursday’s lockout was “a safety measure of abundance of caution so that we could investigate the threat.” She added that “during passing period between lunchtime and seventh period, the automated announcement over the loud-

a complete lockdown, the difference of which was explained by Brouillette in the webinar. “When a lockout is called, the teachers are responsible and it’s business as usual inside the classroom,” Brouillette explained. “They’re going to continue to teach, they’re going to lock their doors, but the campus is going to be cleared so that we can effectively search that campus as quickly as possible. “A lockdown is completely different. If we go into lockdown, the teachers are taught that doors are going to be locked, lights are going to be turned off, barricades are going to be built not only behind the doors, but including windows to protect students from that. We’re also training that they have the ability, if there is a threat, to evacuate.” Bollinger, the school resource officer for the elementary and middle schools in Brentwood, explained what happened on Thursday. He said that while investigating Tuesday’s threat, another they were made aware of a separate threat and they immediately checked the text message that came in. “While trying to address the first one, the second one came in and we immediately checked the kid that sent the second message,” he said. The student who sent the threatening message was

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marked absent from class, forcing the school into a lockout due to the school’s knowledge of the threat. Police later discovered that he was signed out and picked up by his father during fourth period, ending the lockout. However, after the students got out of lockout and were on break, that’s when Bollinger says everything went crazy. “Someone, we’re not sure, may have said there was a shooter on campus and that’s what causes all that,” Bollinger said. Brentwood police said in a social media update on Sunday morning that the student alleged to be responsible for Thursday’s threat was arrested and booked into juvenile hall. The student’s identity has not been released because the suspect is a minor. Eaton explained that while expulsion is the likely scenario, that they have to let the investigation play itself out. “Expulsion is what we have available to us as a school district and looking at the students involved and holding them accountable,” he said. “We consider what took place extremely serious. We want to hold these students accountable for what they did, and in order to do that, we need to make sure that we have a clean investigation and that we’re following due process as we go forward.” Eaton added that the students involved are off campus and that they won’t be back on while the investigation is active.

son requested a resolution condemning Islamophobia and encouraging “peace in the Middle East and also here in the U.S.” Councilmember Jovita Mendoza requested a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. According to City Manager Tim Ogden, city staff will draft the three proclamations separately at the council’s request and the council can discuss whether they would like to combine the proclamations and discuss the verbiage at the Dec. 12 meeting. Following this, any proclamations will potentially be adopted in the following meeting in January. Other topics discussed included: • The 5-0 approval to allow the Downtown Brentwood Coalition to sign

a 54-month lease on the former Women’s Club building at 648 2nd St. The DBC will pay a one-time fee of $5 to lease the property. According to the agenda packet, the organization will pay for all major interior and exterior improvements, which must be completed in the first two years of the lease. In addition, the DBC will also be required to pay all utility fees and “maintain the proper level of insurance to support their operations,” according to the agenda. • Bryant took several minutes to read the city’s code of conduct to members of the council following an exchange between Ogden and Mendoza. Mendoza said that Ogden had “boondoggled” the council after disagreeing with the scope of a requested resident satisfaction survey. The previously proposed request was

about satisfaction with the city’s recreational programs with Mendoza expressing frustration that it did not also include satisfaction with the city’s parks. Ogden explained that Parks and Recreation are treated as separate divisions despite being part of the same department. • A report from city staff comparing the in-house cost of repairing wastewater lines compared to hiring an outside contractor. Staff found that, after calculating in the cost of equipment and labor, it would save the city between $920,821 and $4,560,821 annually. The costs of contracting out the work was based on the high- and low-end estimates provided by the contractors based on the complexity of the job. The full meeting can be watched at https://bit.ly/46hInB0

speaker was accidentally activated on the intercom. It said the emergency is over. But given the events of the day and the timing of the alarm, it caused multiple responses, including teachers pulling students into classrooms, students running and screaming and for some to run offsite.” While some parents showed their panic on social media, Dale said that she wasn’t surprised at all about how the events of Thursday afternoon played out. “We are all human,” she said. “Everyone has a different response in stressful situations and it showed the day of the lockdown.” Dale added that threats against students on campus aren’t anything new at Bristow, and that parents add that the lack of transparency from the school to them isn’t new as well. In early October 2022, there was an investigation into a Bristow

student who was found to have a list of multiple students they wanted to kill. “Since it was an ongoing investigation, nothing could be discussed further,” Dale said. “Parents in the community start to rely on each other because Bristow has never informed other students or parents of the threat. Also, zero transparency from Bristow about the consequences the student would face from his actions. Within days of the threat, the student was back at school beside the very students they made threats against.” Eaton said in Monday’s webinar that while expulsion is the likely scenario for the student responsible for last Thursday’s threats, that won’t be confirmed until after the investigation is complete. “The text threat was as vile and disgusting as anything I’ve ever read,” he said. “It deserves our most serious re-

sponse.” “Expulsion is the most serious remedy available to us under the education code. Expulsion means the students would not be allowed on the Bristow campus or any school campus. Due process does not mean that we are going easy on anyone. It means that we are following the law so that the just outcome is what happens.” He added that social media’s growth has played into the rise of these sorts of school threats. “Social media threats are a growing issue in our society that are often dealt with at a school level,” he said. “The nature of social media is that the same messages get recirculated causing ongoing confusion and fear. “It isn’t a joke, it isn’t a naive mistake - it is a serious crime that can impact that child’s life forever.”

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Friendsgiving: a different kind of Thanksgiving MELISSA VAN RUITEN

hanksgiving can sometimes feel lonely or stressful for people who can’t make

a trip home or who are emotionally estranged from their families. Friendsgiving offers a chance to create new traditions with friends. It’s a time to relax, have fun, and enjoy each other’s company without the pressure and formality that sometimes come

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with family gatherings. “Not everyone has family they can celebrate with during the holiday season,” Brentwood resident Priscilla Hedlin said. Hedlin and her family recently moved from Texas to California, which meant leaving their circle of friends and family behind. “Friendsgiving is a celebration of being grateful for the friends, new and old, who become our families.” Friendsgiving has become an alternative to traditional Thanksgiving celebrations, especially among young adults. This modern take on the holiday is centered around the idea of gathering with friends

to share a meal, catch up, and express gratitude for each other’s company. The term ‘Friendsgiving’ started to gain recognition in the late 2000s, both online and in popular media. But what is Friendsgiving, and why has it gained so much popularity in recent years? “Friendsgiving started for me when I was a young service member and couldn’t go home,” Ginger Conrad, a resident of Oakley, said. “I felt lost and abandoned. I looked around and saw a few other young service members with a similar problem, and a friend who had stopped talking to family for mental health reasons. I cooked

up a feast for the six lonely souls, and my tradition for Friendsgiving was born. I opened my table every year to folks that had no place to go, no questions asked.” Friendsgiving is typically celebrated the weekend prior to Thanksgiving, or the weekend following, according to a 2018 article in The Atlantic. One of the best things about the celebration is the flexibility. There are no rules or expectations for what to cook or how to celebrate. Friends can choose to prepare a traditional Thanksgiving meal with all the fixings, or they can go for something completely different. Some may opt for a potluck-

style feast where everyone brings a dish to share, while others may decide to make a reservation or order take-out from their favorite restaurant. The important thing is to come together and enjoy each other’s company. Another aspect of Friendsgiving is the sense of community it creates. It’s a time to express gratitude for the friendships that have been built over time. It’s an opportunity to reminisce about old times and make new memories. It’s a way to show appreciation for the support and companionship that friends provide, especially during challenging times. “As of this year, I have been hosting Friendsgiving for 28 years!,” Conrad said. Over the years, her gatherings have drawn anywhere from four people to 40. “It makes my year to gather folks and feed them good food in a warm and welcoming space. We alternate between stuffing ourselves silly and playing games. It fills my cup to overflowing to welcome them all…and then I beat them at board games.” As the holiday season approaches, planning a Friendsgiving celebration is a way to strengthen friendships and build community. Whether you choose to host an intimate gathering or a big party, the memories you create with your friends will be cherished for years to come.

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s the holiday season approaches, the joy of travel also comes with the hustle

and bustle of crowded airports, traffic jams, and unpredictable weather. Navigating this festive frenzy requires a strategic approach, and according to certified travel agent and Dream Vacation travel agency owner Vera Martinez of Brentwood, the key lies in planning. Martinez emphasizes the importance of planning well ahead of time, debunking the misconception that last-minute bookings yield better deals. “That’s a very naïve (way of thinking). If you are going for an international trip, you should make the bookings at least six months ahead, and if it’s a domestic flight, then you should book it at least 30 to 45 days ahead,” Martinez said. Booking early not only ensures a wide array of options in terms of flight timing,

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The stress of traveling during the holiday season can be lessened with some basic planning ahead of time. connectivity, and airports but also often results in more favorable prices, she said. However, making reservations ahead of time is not the only important thing when it comes to traveling, as people should also anticipate situations such as delays, bad weather, and crowds when traveling during the holidays. Martinez said traveling during the holidays can be stressful due to these unforeseen situations,so it is also pertinent to be flexible when traveling. “If you are booking at the last minute,

then you should also be flexible,” she said. “The flight you want might not be available and in that case, can you fly from a different airport or on a different date? And be open to red-eye flights because that might get you where you want to go at a cheaper (price) than daytime flights.” Apart from that, Martinez added that people may find better availability and better pricing if they choose to fly on the actual date of a holiday, as many would want to reach their destinations before the holidays. Martinez said people should also

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cooked dinner. It’s also a chance to enjoy a glass of wine that will elevate the meal. Whether you’re a guest bringing a bottle to the festivities or Metro Creative Photo

the host looking to improve the menu, the right wine pairing can tie together the whole meal. Before dinner: You don’t need to wait for the main course to come out of the oven before uncorking the wine. Wine can be an excellent aperitif to stimulate the appetite and get the taste buds excited for the meal ahead. The key to serving wine as an aperitif is to select one that is lightbodied and low in both alcohol and sugar, as anything heavier is likely to suppress your appetite than stimulate it. Two popular choices are Sauvignon Blanc and sparkling wine. Sauvignon Blanc, particularly those from the Marlborough

region of New Zealand, have a grassiness that pairs well with appetizers like salad while also having a crispness and gentle acidity that can cut through the richness of other foods such as deviled eggs or the greasiness of potato chips. Sparkling wine offers the same light crispness while replacing the grassy notes with a gentler taste of apple or honeysuckle. Prosecco, the Italian style of sparkling wine, is a popular choice because of its general affordability and the subtle hint of sweetness that many have. Main courses: Determining the type of wine to pair with the Thanksgiving meal depends on the main course.

For turkey, try pairing it with a Pinot Noir, a light-bodied red wine that complements both the turkey and the cranberry sauce because of the notes of dark fruit found in the wine, such as cassis or black cherry. The mild flavor of Pinot Noir makes it a great crowd-pleasing wine, even among those who do not typically consider themselves fans of red wine. Pinot Noir is still a strong pairing if ham is the main course, but a Zinfandel complements the flavors even better. Zinfandel has a wider range of flavors – ranging from peppery to fruity – than Pinot Noir depending on the specific region it’s from. A fruitier Zinfandel complements the savory taste

of ham and its subtle sweetness. Look for Zinfandel out of Lodi for this flavor. Sweeter hams, like a honey glaze, can be paired with Riesling, a crisp white wine that cuts through the decadence of the dish. Merlot or Malbec are perfect for pot roast or other beef dishes. Beef is a heartier flavor that can stand up to robust wines without being overpowered. Merlot and Malbec are both bolder than a choice like Pinot Noir or Zinfandel without being as heavy as Cabernet Sauvignon. For guests who insist on Cabernet, those from Argentina offer an alternative that provides a more scaled back option to the bold Napa varietal without compromising flavor. Dessert: No Thanksgiving dinner would be complete without a slice of pie for dessert. Whether it’s pumpkin pie or pecan, fortified wine is the perfect pairing. This category of wines includes Port, sherry and Madeira and get their name due to being fortified with the addition of a spirit – typically brandy. All three of these choices have a nutty sweetness that would complement either type of pie, although a tawny Port tends to be a better match than a ruby Port, which is less aged and tends to have a fruitier taste. For those who would rather offset the decadence of dessert than lean into it, the leftover prosecco from before dinner would be an excellent choice or a moscato d’asti for those who would like more sweetness.

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Some turkey-roasting techniques can ensure a moist and flavorful main course this Thanksgiving. turkey, and millions of individuals purchase frozen turkeys each year. The Food Network says it can take 24 hours per every five pounds to thaw a turkey. Therefore, if you have a 15-pounder, allow for three

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The general rule of thumb is 1 pound (uncooked) to 11/2 pounds of turkey per person if you’re buying a whole turkey. Rather than purchasing the largest turkey you can find for a large crowd, consider two smaller turkeys or one turkey and one breast to make cooking more even. Smaller birds are more tender as well.

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The food and cooking resource TheKitchn. com advises preheating an oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, then dropping the temperature to 350 degrees Fahrenheit after putting the turkey into the oven. On average, cook for 13 minutes per each pound of

Many food fanatics swear by brining turkey to achieve more moist and flavorful meat. However, a wet brine may not lead to the crispiest skin possible. Good Housekeeping suggests trying a dry brine instead. This involves rubbing salt all over the raw turkey, placing the bird into a large plastic bag, and refrigerating overnight or up to two days before cooking; otherwise, purchase a kosher turkey, which already has been salted from the inside out.

Avoid stuffing the bird

Rather than stuffing the turkey and cooking everything en masse, prepare the stuffing mixture separate from the turkey. This reduces the risk of contamination from the turkey’s raw juices and helps to achieve a crispy coating on the stuffing guests will enjoy.

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Turkeys typically are placed on a metal rack for cooking so the juices do not cause the turkey to stick to the pan. However, you also can cut onions and lay them with a bed of whole celery stalks and carrots to elevate the roast. This creates extra flavor in the bird and the vegetables also can be served or mixed into the stuffing. – Metro Creative HAPPY HOLIDAYS! from Ron & Kelly

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This Week’s Events Friday, November 17 Community Shabbat Dinner

Everyone is invited to a Shabbat Dinner from 7:30–8:30 p.m. at Chabad of the Delta, 400 Guthrie Lane, in Brentwood. A lively Kabbalat Shabbat will be followed by Kiddush to celebrate Shabbat with a four-course dinner that also includes the Kiddush and Challah to the meaningful discussion and inspiring song. Tickets are $36-$180. For details, visit http://jewishdelta. com/ShabbatDinner.

Saturday, November 18 Grown & Sexy Comedy Night at El Campanil

The Grown & Sexy Comedy Night at 7 p.m. features Tommy Davidson and Friends at the El Campanil Theater 602 W. 2nd St. in Antioch. Tommy Davidson is known from his role on the TV series In Living Color and has starred in Strictly Business with Samuel Jackson. The night also includes Nikki Carr from NBC’s Last Comic Standing, Mario Hodge from Kevin Hart’s Hart of the City. Tickets are $35-$40. For details and to order tickets, visit http://elcampaniltheater.com.

Sunday, November 19 Winter wine walk and tasting tour

The Downtown Brentwood Coalition presents a winter wine walk and tasting tour from noon to 4 p.m. Local wines are paired with bites from downtown merchants. Tickets are $40. For details and ticket information, visit https://www.brentwooddowntown.com/winewalk2023.

Tuesday, November 21 Friendsgiving Party

7– 8:30 p.m. at Antioch Brentwood Masonic Hall, at 521 W. 2nd St. in Antioch. Parents, do you have or know girls ages 8-20 who are looking for a safe and fun environment to make friends and thrive? Admission is free. For details and to RSVP, call Tammy at 925-384-2489 or at dv84iorg@gmail.com, or visit http://www. gocarainbow.org

Thursday, November 23 Brentwood Turkey Trot for schools

The 10th annual Brentwood Turkey Trot will be held at the Streets of Brentwood, 2455 Sand Creek Road. The 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk starts at 8 a.m. and beneficiaries are the Brentwood Unified and Liberty Union High School districts. To register or for more information, visit https://runsignup.com/Race/CA/Brentwood/ BrentwoodTurkeyTrot.

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Saturday, November 25 Ho Ho Ho Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting in Brentwood

The 41st annual Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting in downtown Brentwood runs from 5-7 p.m. The parade, presented by the Chamber of Commerce, starts at Birch and 1st streets and ends at Oak street at 4th. The city will be having a Christmas tree lighting in City Park after the parade. Admission is free for both events. For more information, call the Chamber at 925-634-3344 or visit brentwoodchamber.com, or the City of Brentwood at 925-516-5444.

Thursday, November 30 City of Oakley Christmas Tree Lighting

The public is invited to enjoy the City of Oakley Christmas Tree Lighting from 5–7 p.m. at Civic Center Plaza, 3231 Main St. The free event will take place rain or shine. Civic Center Plaza will be adorned with lights and Christmas decorations. There will be free cookies and cocoa, arts and crafts for children, live entertainment and more.

Santa Claus will also be visiting. Entertainment will include performances by local organizations. For more information, call Alicia at (925) 625-7041 or email oleary@ci.oakley.ca.us, or visit https:// www.facebook.com/events/774637457774906.

Friday, December 1 Cocoa with Santa & Tree Lighting

The Discovery Bay Lions Club invites everyone to visit Santa and enjoy the tree lighting and hot cocoa from 6–8 p.m. at the Discovery Bay Community Center, 1601 Discovery Bay Blvd. The event is free. For details, visit https://www. discoverybaylions.com/.

Saturday, December 2 Knightsen Hometown Holiday Parade & Festivities

Help honor Knightsen’s 125th anniversary at its free Hometown Holiday Parade from 2:30-6:30 p.m downtown. Festivities begin at 2:30 with a Holiday Gift market shopping and food trucks. At 4 p.m., the parade starts, then Knightsen 4H hosts tree lighting and caroling, as well as a visit from Santa Clause and hot cocoa in the Garden Club following tree lighting. For details, visit https:// knightsenparade.wixsite.com/my-site.

Cookies, Cocoa and Ice Cream with Santa

Enjoy free cookies, cocoa and ice cream with Santa from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Tess’ Community Kitchen at 8091 Balfour Road, Brentwood. For details, visit http://www.discoverybaychamber.org.

Friday, December 8-17 Black Diamond Ballet’s Nutcracker

Beginning Friday, December 8, the Nutcracker will be performed at the El Campanil Theatre, 602 East 2nd St. in Antioch. Showtimes are Dec. 8, 10, 15 and 16 at 7 p.m., and Dec. 10 and 17 at 2 p.m. There will be a special performance Dec. 16 at 2 p.m. that is designed especially for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, sensory sensitivities, or other disabilities. Tickets are $17-$32. For details, visit http://www.BlackDiamondBallet.org.

Saturday, December 9 and, Sunday, December 10 Holiday Boutique in Oakley

Red Men & Pocahontas Hall 1403 Main St. in.Oakley from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. There will be local crafters, designers, independent sellers, home goods, handmade quality items, one-of-a-kind merchandise and more at this free event. Start your holiday shopping. Bring the kids for pancake breakfast with Santa from 10 a.m.-noon. The cost $3. Offering all day free photos with Santa. The event supports the Veterans Hospital in Martinez bringing cards and gifts to the women and men who have a short or long hospital stay. Raffle prize ticket proceeds support the Veterans Hospital. There will also be a food court.

Celebration Ringers present a Handbell concert

The tones and melodies created by the local Handbell Choir will be performed at the Brentwood Community United Methodist Church at 809 2nd St. from 2-3 p.m. The holiday and Christmas Music program is filled with traditional favorites and new adaptations of familiar songs with percussion. Listen to a unique, yet familiar, musical sound to “Ring” in the holiday season. For details, call 925-634-3093.

Sunday, December 10 Chanukah Festival and Grand Menorah Lighting

There will be a Chanukah Festival and Grand Menorah Lighting from 4:30– 7:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Community Center, 35 Oak St. The festival will include: Grand Community Chanukah Festival, the biggest Menorah and Chanukah Festival in East Contra Costa, live Chanukah music, Chanukah doughnuts, latkes, chocolate

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Course Road in Antioch. For more information, visit http://www.antiochrotaryclub.com/. The Rotary Club of the Delta meets weekly on Wednesday at 7 a.m. at Denny’s, 4823 Lone Tree Way in Antioch. For more information, visit https://www.rotaryclubofthedelta.org/.

Interfaith Festival in Brentwood

Brentwood: The Brentwood Lions Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Straw Hat Pizza on Lone Tree Way. For more information, visit: https://e-clubhouse. org/sites/brentwoodca/ Oakley: The Oakley Lions Club meets the fourth Wednesdays of every month at 7 p.m. at the Oakley Senior Center, for more information, visit https://eclubhouse.org/sites/oakleyd// Antioch: The Antioch Lions Club meets every second and fourth Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Denny’s on Delta Fair Blvd. Discovery Bay: The Discovery Bay Lions Club meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Discovery Bay Yacht Club. For more information, visit:https:// discoverybaylions.com/who-we-are/meetings/ Byron: The Byron Delta Lions Club meets every first Friday of each month at 10 a.m. at St. Anne’s Church for more information https://e-clubhouse.org/sites/byron_delta/

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is hosting an interfaith festival at 2350 Jeffery Way in Brentwood from 6-7:10 p.m. Admission is free. Celebrate the music and joy of the season at our annual Interfaith festival, listen to choirs, hand bell ringing ensembles and musicians of all faiths and backgrounds.

Tuesday, December 12 Annual Holiday Pack for the Troops

The event is at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building, 757 1st St. at 6 p.m. Volunteers are sought to fill and wrap packages in this holiday effort organized by Operation Creekside, Napa Brentwood Auto Parts, The Press, and VFW Post 10789. For details on what’s needed, call Linda or Beth at 925-634-3992 or email NAPArick@sbcglobal.net. Here is a partial list: nuts, energy bars, powdered drink mix, fruit snacks, beef jerky, gum, dried fruit, hand-written ‘thank-you’ notes, socks, T-shirts and gloves, plus monetary donations to send the packages to troops overseas.

Thursday, December 14 Chanukah Cocktails

This is an opportunity to have an adult, fun evening and relax with friends old and new to celebrate Chanukah. Cocktails, gourmet hors d’oeuvres will be served while celebrants listen to Israeli music at the Chabad Jewish Center from 7:30–8:30 p.m. at 400 Guthrie Lane in Brentwood. The event is free. For details, visit jewishdelta. com/Chanukah.

Friday, December 15 Brentwood Regional Community Chest Food Packing Bring your family from 4-9 p.m. to help pack food boxes for the Brentwood Regional Community Chest in the Brentwood Elementary cafeteria, 200 Griffith Ln. For more information, visit www. brcchest.org.

Saturday, Dec. 16 Brentwood Regional Community Chest Food Giveaway Food and toys from the Brentwood Regional Community Chest will be distributed to families from 7:30 a.m.-noon at Brentwood Elementary cafeteria, 200 Griffith Ln. For more information, visit www.brcchest.org.

Sunday, December 17 Friends of Oakley Christmas Basket program

Christmas baskets will be distributed to registered families from 12 - 4 p.m. at O’Hara Park Middle School at 1100 O’Hara Ave. in Oakley. If you would like to volunteer please show up at 11 am. For more information, visit www.friendsofoakley. wordpress.com.

Ongoing Events

East County Rotary Club Meetings

Brentwood: The Brentwood Rotary Club meets weekly on Monday at noon at the Wedgewood Banquet Center at 100 Summerset Drive in Brentwood. For more information, visit https://www.brentwoodrotary94513.com. Oakley: The Oakley Rotary Club meets weekly on Thursday at 7:30 a.m. at Black Bear Diner, 3201 Main St. in Oakley. For more information, visit http://rotaryclubofoakley.com. Antioch: The Antioch Rotary Club meets weekly on Thursday at noon at Lone Tree Golf Course & Event Center, 4800 Golf

East County Lions Club Meetings

East County Veteran Meetings

Brentwood: The American Legion Post 202 monthly meeting (on the second Wednesday of the month) is at 6:30 p.m. at the Brentwood Veterans Memorial Building at 757 First St. in Brentwood. The meeting is open to all U.S. Armed Services veterans. The organization encourages all veterans in East County to come and see what is available to them. For more information, visit https://www.aml202. org. Oakley: The Veterans of Oakley monthly meeting (on the first Wednesday of each month) is held at 5:30 p.m. at the Oakley Senior Center on 215 2nd St. For more information, call 925-783-0818 or visit http://bit. ly/3mugBjv.

East County 4-H Club Meetings

Oakley: The Oakley 4-H Club has monthly meetings the second Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. For more information, email Amanda at oakley@contracosta.org. The DeltaDiablo 4-H Club has monthly meetings the second Thursday at 6:30 p.m at 3840 Brown Road in Oakley. For more information contact Megan and Tiffany at deltadiablo@contracosta4h.org. Brentwood: The Brentwood 4-H Club has monthly meetings the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m at the Knightsen Farm Center located on 3020 2nd Street. For more information, contact Angela at brentwood@contracosta4h.org. Knightsen: The Knightsen 4-H Club has monthly meetings on the first Wednesday of every month at 7 p.m at Knightsen Elementary School located at 1923 Delta Road. 4-H members are girls and boys ages 5–19 years old.

Delta Informal Gardeners Monthly Meetings

Delta Informal Gardeners encourages local residents to join them at their local meeting at the Brentwood Community United Methodist Church at 809 Second St. on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m.

Widow and Widower Grief Support Group

A widow and widower grief support group from Immaculate Heart of Mary Church meets every Thursday from 5 to 6:15 p.m. at the church library at 500 Fairview Ave. in Brentwood. The group focuses on finding a new normal as attendees walk the grief trail with others experiencing the same loss. For more information, contact Mary Ann Smith at 925-240-1706 or Sandy Heinisch at 925-513-3412.