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May 6, 2015 TheAlmanacOnline.com The Almanac 29 2 SECTION Community STORIES ABOUT PEOPLE AND EVENTS IN THE COMMUNITY I t has been a little more than a year since Janie MacArthur overheard a conversation among some women who were part of an organization called the Young Men’s Service League, in which mothers and their high-school-age sons do community service together. The Portola Valley single mom of three sons was so intrigued by what she heard that she did some research and ended up starting the YMSL Alpine chapter, which includes mothers and sons who live or go to school in Menlo Park, Woodside, Portola Valley and the nearby area. The chapter started with a class of 21 high school sopho- mores and their mothers and 30 freshmen boys and moms. It has been so successful that when the chapter recently put together next year’s freshman class, it expanded to 35 boys and mothers, and still had to send some who wanted to join to another chapter. Ms. MacArthur, who served as president of the Alpine chapter in its inaugural year, said the organization was started about a dozen years ago in Texas, and is roughly modeled on the National Charity See page 31 Photos by Magali Gauthier/The Almanac Top: Young Men’s Service League member Jack Leahy, left, and Hannah Paye, right, help Jackson walk to first base at a recent Challenger Little League game at Menlo Park’s Burgess Park. Above: YMSL members Kaleo Serughetti, center, and Karyn Leahy, right, serve root beer floats after the game. On the cover: Morgan Serughetti, right, jokes with his buddy Sam, center right, about which of the two is a better baseball player. By Barbara Wood back Giving Mothers and sons learn about community through philanthropy

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It has been a little more than a year since Janie MacArthur overheard a conversation among some women who were part of an organization called the Young Men’s Service

League, in which mothers and their high-school-age sons do community service together. The Portola Valley single mom of three sons was so intrigued by what she heard that she did some research and ended up starting the YMSL Alpine chapter, which includes mothers and sons who live or go to school in Menlo Park, Woodside, Portola Valley and the nearby area. The chapter started with a class of 21 high school sopho-mores and their mothers and 30 freshmen boys and moms. It has been so successful that when the chapter recently put together next year’s freshman class, it expanded to 35 boys and mothers, and still had to send some who wanted to join to another chapter. Ms. MacArthur, who served as president of the Alpine chapter in its inaugural year, said the organization was started about a dozen years ago in Texas, and is roughly modeled on the National Charity

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Photos by Magali Gauthier/The Almanac

Top: Young Men’s Service League member Jack Leahy, left, and Hannah Paye, right, help Jackson walk to first base at a recent Challenger Little League game at Menlo Park’s Burgess Park. Above: YMSL members Kaleo Serughetti, center, and Karyn Leahy, right, serve root beer floats after the game. On the cover: Morgan Serughetti, right, jokes with his buddy Sam, center right, about which of the two is a better baseball player.

By Barbara Wood

backGiving

Mothers and sons learn about community

through philanthropy

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G U I D E TO 2015 S U M M E R C A M P S F O R K I D S

Arts, Culture, Other Camps

Camp Argo Menlo ParkBoys and girls, ages 4 to 12. Age appropriate arts, crafts, collaborative games and sports, interpersonal development, personal goals and more. Safe, learning environment. One week sessions starting June 8 through July 31. Register online.

www.campargo.com 562.761.7539

Community School of Music and Arts (CSMA) Mountain View50+ creative camps for Gr. K-8! Drawing, Painting, Ceramics, Sculpture, Musical Theater, School of Rock, Digital Arts, more! One- and two-week sessions; full and half-day enrollment. Extended care available. Financial aid offered.

www.arts4all.org 650.917.6800 ext.0

Environmental Volunteers Summer Camp Palo AltoExplore nature this summer from your own backyard. Environmental Volunteer summer camps return with a new series of programs. Hands-on activities, field trips and creative fun make science accessible to kids ages 6-11.

www.Evols.org/Explore 650.493.8000

Foothills Summer Camps Palo AltoIn this historic, popular, traditional day camp your child will play on miles of trails, woodlands, fields, streams, Boronda Lake, and enjoy spectacular views of the bay area. Transportation to and from Foothills Park is provided each day.

www.cityofpaloalto.org/foothillscamps

J-Camp Oshman Family JCC Palo AltoExciting activities for kindergarteners through teens include swimming, field trips, sports and more. Enroll your child in traditional or special focus camps like Studio TV Production, Jr. Masterchef, Elsa and Anna’s Dance Camp, Beach Bonanza and many others!

www.paloaltojcc.org/summercamp 650.223.8622

Pacific Art League Palo AltoCalling Creative Kids ages 9-17. Discover the joy of visual art and self expression. Instructors are professional artists. Camps include Cartooning & Comics, Animation Basics and Drawing Our Favorite Pets. Supervised lunch available.

www.pacificartleagure.org 650.321.3891

Palo Alto Community Child Care (PACCC) Palo AltoPACCC summer camps offer campers, grades 1st to 6th, a wide variety of fun opportunities! Neighborhood Adventure Fun and Junior Varsity Sports Adventure Camp are for the more active and on-the-go campers! New this year: E.P.I.C. Camp – Energetic, Peers, Independence & Community for the older kids! Returning are FAME - Fine arts, Music and Entertainment and Operation Chef for out of this world cooking fun! Swimming twice per week, periodic field trips, special visitors and many engaging camp activities, songs and skits round out the fun offerings of PACCC Summer Camps! Open to campers from all communities! Come join the fun in Palo Alto! Register online.

www.paccc.org 650.493.2361

STANFORD EXPLORE StanfordA Lecture Series on Biomedical Research

EXPLORE biomedical science at Stanford! Stanford EXPLORE offers high school students the unique opportunity to learn from Stanford professors and graduate students about diverse topics in biomedical science, including bioengineering, neurobiology, immunology and many others.

explore.stanford.edu [email protected]

Stanford Jazz Workshop Stanford University CampusWeek-long jazz immersion programs for young musicians in middle school (starts July 13), high school (July 19 and July 26), and college, as well as adults (August 2). All instruments and vocals.

stanfordjazz.org

TechKnowHow® LEGO® Palo Alto and Technology Summer Camp Menlo Park/SunnyvaleFun and enriching technology classes for students, ages 5-16. Courses include LEGO® projects with motors, MINDSTORMS® EV3® & NXT® Robotics, Computer Game Design, Arduino™ Electronics, iPad® Movie Making, and a Tech Camp for girls. Classes feature high-interest, age-appropriate projects based on the S.T.E.M. curriculum. Half and Full day options. Early bird and multiple week discounts are available.

www.techknowhowkids.com 650.638.0500

TheatreWorks Summer Camps Palo AltoIn these entertaining camps for grades K-5, students enjoy juggling, clowning, puppetry, playwriting, acting, improvisation, music, dance - and present their own original pieces at the end of each session.

www.theatreworks.org/learn/youth/summercamps

YMCA Summer Camps Throughout Silicon ValleyAt the Y, youth of all ages make new friends, build character and learn new skills. With hundreds of unique camps and 30+ convenient locations, you’ll find a camp that’s right for your family. Financial assistance is available.

www.ymcasv.org/summer 408.351.6473

Athletics

Camp Campbell Santa Cruz MountainsFor close to 80 years, Bay Area youth have forged life-long friendships and benefited from character-defining experiences at Camp Campbell through nature hikes, campfires, archery and many other fun outdoor activities. Financial assistance is available.

http://www.ymcacampcampbell.org/ 831.338.2128

Hi Five Sport AthertonHi Five Sports is thrilled to present our fourth multi-sport competitive summer camp to the San Francisco Bay Area! Through experienced, passionate and patient coaching, we believe the timeless lessons that only sports can teach will stay with the kids for the rest of their lives.

www.hifivesportsclub.com 650.362.4975

Menlo School Sports Camps AthertonMenlo camps are designed for boys and girls grades 4-12 to learn from Knights coaches and staff -whether it’s preparation for an upcoming season or simply for fun and to stay in shape in a high energy, positive setting. Join us this summer to develop skills, foster athleticism and promote sportsmanship in camps covering a range of sports - baseball, basketball, football (skills, lineman, and safe tackling camps) lacrosse, soccer, tennis, track & field, volleyball, water polo.

www.menloschool.org 650.330.2001 ext. 2758

Nike Tennis Camps Stanford UniversityJunior Overnight and Day Camps for boys & girls, ages 9-18 offered throughout June, July and August. Adult Weekend Clinics (June & Aug). Camps directed by Head Men’s Coach, Paul Goldstein, Head Women’s Coach, Lele Forood, and Associate Men’s and Women’s Coaches, Brandon Coupe and Frankie Brennan. Come join the fun and get better this summer!

www.USSportsCamps.com 1.800.NIKE.CAMP (645.3226)

Player Capital Tennis AthertonHave some fun in the sun playing tennis at Player Capital Tennis’ Summer Camps. June 15th-August 14th, Monday - Friday, 9am-1pm and 1pm-5pm. Ages 4-18. Camps held at Holbrook-Palmer Park and Valley Church.

www.playercapital.com 650.275.3027

Stanford Baseball Camps Stanford CampusStanford Baseball Camps have gained national recognition as the some

of the finest in the country. These camps are designed to be valuable

and beneficial for a wide range of age groups and skill sets. From the

novice 7 year-old, to the Division 1, professionally skilled high school

player, you will find a camp that fulfills your needs.

www.Stanfordbaseballcamp.com 650.723.4528

Stanford Water Polo StanfordAges 7 and up. New to sport or have experience, we have a camp for you. Half day or fully day option for boys and girls. All the camps offer fundamental skill work, scrimmages and games.

www.stanfordwaterpolocamps.com 650.725.9016

Summer at Saint Francis Mountain View Sports & Activity Camp (ages 6-12): This all-sports camp provides group instruction in a variety of fields, indoor & outdoor court games and activities. Saint Francis faculty and students staff the camp, and the focus is always on fun. The program is dedicated to teaching teamwork, sportsmanship and positive self-esteem. After camp care is available.

www.sfhs.com/summer 650.968.1213 x650

Summer Camp@SportsHouse Redwood City (Powered by Skyhawks) June 15-August 14. Weekly indoor sports day camp for kids 6-13 years old. Fun filled sports and games directed by Skyhawks. Full day 9am-4pm camp includes lunch and optional after camp care.

www.sportshouseonline.com 650.362.4100

Wheel Kids Bicycle Club Palo Alto

Wheel Kids is Palo Alto’s premier adventure and exploration summer day camp for boys and girls 5-15 yrs old. Camps run weekly from June 8th – July 31st, offering a range of cultural, recreational and environmental learning opportunities, all based on our daily bicycling adventures. Join us this summer as we teach your kids safe bicycle riding skill & habits, help build their self confidence and esteem, and begin a life-long journey of health and fitness while helping improve our environment. www.wheelkids.com 650.520.6524

Academics

Alexa Café Palo Alto High SchoolAt Alexa Café, girls ages 10-15 collaborate around café tables and learn to code apps, produce films, design websites, develop wearable electronics, and more. Discover a passion for technology in this unique environment that emphasizes leadership, philanthropy, and more.

www.iDTech.com 1.888.709.8324

Castilleja Summer Camp for Girls Palo AltoCasti Camp offers girls a range of age-appropriate activities including athletics, art, science, computers, writing, crafts, cooking, drama and music classes each day along with weekly field trips.

www.castilleja.org/summercamp 650.328.3160

Harker Summer Programs San JoseK-12 offerings taught by exceptional, experienced faculty and staff. K-6

morning academics – focusing on math, language arts and science – and full spectrum of afternoon recreation. Grades 6-12 for credit courses and non-credit enrichment opportunities. Sports programs also offered.

www.summer.harker.org 408.553.0537

iD Game Design and StanfordDevelopment Academy

Get immersed in game design at this 2-week, pre-college summer academy! Teens ages 13-18 design video games, develop apps, model 3D characters, mod with Minecraft, and more. Tour a development studio and create a portfolio.

www.iDTech.com 1.888.709.8324

iD Programming Academy StanfordGet immersed in technology at this 2-week, pre-college summer academy. Teens ages 13-18 code apps, program with C++ and Java, mod with Minecraft, engineer robots, and program websites. Tour a development studio and create a portfolio.

www.iDTech.com 1.888.709.8324

iD Tech Mini Palo Alto High SchoolKids ages 6-9 will have a blast at iD Tech Mini, where half day options let aspiring innovators discover a love for tech. Campers make new friends and learn hands-on STEM skills in a kid-friendly environment.

www.iDTech.com 1.888.709.8324

iD Tech Camps StanfordCode, game, create! At iD Tech Camps, students ages 7-17 code apps, design video games, mod with Minecraft, engineer robots, build websites, produce movies, and more. Kids meet new friends and gain a competitive edge.

www.iDTech.com 1.888.709.8324

Mid-Peninsula High School Menlo ParkMid-Pen offers summer courses designed to help students make up high school credits and a diverse range of enriching courses that go beyond traditional curriculum. In addition to courses in math, science, English, Spanish, and SAT/ACT prep, we invite students to enhance their skills in innovative classes that include: College Essay Workshop, Research Writing Workshop, Drama, Music Video Production, and Fine Arts courses in Surface Design and Mixed Media. We also hold basketball and volleyball clinics suitable for beginning to advanced players. All high school students are welcome to attend. Summer session runs from June 22 to July 23, 2015.

www.mid-pen.com 650.321.1991

One Me Palo Alto

Westin HotelStudents aged 12-16 will find direction and inspiration through introspection and self-awareness, discovering how they learn and are motivated, addressing and understanding habits, improving communication skills, understanding the brain, understanding personality and ego states, emotional regulation, and welcoming challenge.

www.oneyou.education 408.839.6965

Purposeful You Palo Alto

Westin HotelStudents aged 12-16 will learn best practices in organization and goal setting; study techniques; communication with administration and teachers; strengthening memory; answering to the question; outlining, writing, and citing resources; emotional regulation; stress and test anxiety management, attention and motivation.

www.oneyou.education 408.839.6965

Summer at Saint Francis Mountain ViewSummer at Saint Francis provides a broad range of academic and athletic

programs for elementary through high school students. It is the goal of

every program to make summer vacation enriching and enjoyable!

www.sfhs.com/summer 650.968.1213 x446

Write Now! Summer Writing Camps Palo Alto /

PleasantonImprove your student’s writing skills this summer at Emerson School of Palo Alto and Hacienda School of Pleasanton. Courses this year are Expository Writing, Creative Writing, and Presentation Techniques. Visit our website for more information.

www.headsup.org Emerson: 650.424.1267

Hacienda: 925.485.5750

For more information about these camps, see our online

directory of camps at www.paloaltoonline.com/biz/summercamps/

To advertise in this weekly directory, call: 650-326-8210

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TOWN OF PORTOLA VALLEYNOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING ON

SITE DEVELOPMENT PERMIT

3 BUCK MEADOW DRIVEThis is to notify you that an application for a Site Development Permit, File X9H-687, has been submitted for review by the Planning Commission of the Town of Portola Valley. This proposal requests Planning Commission approval of approximately 1,384 cubic yards of earthwork in association with new residential construction. The property is owned by Tracy Ross located at 3 Buck Meadow Drive and is identified as APN: 080-241-460.Planning Commission public hearing has been scheduled to review this application on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Hall Council Chambers, Historic School House, Portola Valley, CA.Public Hearings provide the general public and interested parties an opportunity to provide testimony on these items. If you challenge a proposed action(s) in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at a Public Hearing(s) described above, or in written correspondence delivered to the Planning Commission at, or prior to, the Public Hearing(s).Information pertaining to the proposal may be viewed at Town Hall Building & Planning Department, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. All interested persons are invited to appear before the Planning Commission to be heard at the time and place herein above mentioned.Dated: April 29, 2015 Carol Borck Assistant Planner

League, which is for mothers and daughters.

“I thought over the years, why can’t they have something for mothers and sons?” she said. When she investigated the orga-nization, Ms. MacArthur said she found there were a couple of local chapters, but they had no room for new members. “I thought, I have to do this because this is what I was looking for, for my sons.” Ms. MacArthur said the group focuses on giving boys the expe-rience of volunteering in the community regularly during their four years of high school “so that giving back becomes a natural rhythm of their lives.” Giving mothers the chance to work alongside their sons dur-ing those years “is a unique and special opportunity,” she said.

The national organization provided the model for the local chapter. The boys have monthly meetings, which they run them-selves, with advice from a couple of mothers, Ms. MacArthur said. They learn, she said, “lead-ership, life skills and (how to) fulfill job responsibilities.”

George Pike, whose mother Bettina Pike will be next year’s Alpine chapter president, said he was one of three boys on the sophomore class leadership committee. The three shared what they learned about leader-ship with the other boys.

“For us to grow up in a place like Woodside where we have everything. ... We’re finding ourselves by doing this work,” he said. “It makes us so appreciative for what we have.”

The mothers have separate monthly meetings and also each has a job in the chapter. “We moms all share a passion for raising young men who are well-balanced and productive mem-bers of society,” Ms. MacArthur said. In a culture that empha-sizes academics and sports, YMSL offers “a chance for our sons to practice compassion in our communities, to develop

emotional intelligence and learn to be leaders,” she said. If you talk to some of the boys who have just spent a year in YMSL, though, the word “fun” comes up a lot. On a recent Sun-day afternoon three boys from the Alpine chapter, with their mothers, assisted with the Menlo-Atherton Little League’s Challenger League for children with disabilities. The boys partnered with mem-bers of “Ruth’s Rockin’ Sox” to help them bat, field and “run” the bases. Sam Putney, from Woodside, said the Challenger League activity is his “personal favor-ite.” “If you’re actually helping someone directly, it makes it way more fun,” he said. Sam also has packed books for the Raising a Reader orga-nization (fun, but tedious, he said) and participated in a beach cleanup. “We found some really interesting stuff,” he said, including a leopard print bikini, a tire and “literally tens of thou-sands of cigarette butts.” While the boys may think they’re just having fun, their moms know they’re also learn-ing valuable lessons. According to Sam’s mom, Carolyn Putney, one of those

lessons is what it means to be part of a community. The beach cleanup showed the boys why recycling is important and that “the reason we want to put (trash) in the garbage can is so it doesn’t end up on the beach,” Ms. Putney said. Kaleo Serughetti, who was vol-unteering along with her son Morgan, said that this activity, plus volunteer time Morgan has spent at the Lytton Gardens senior center, has allowed him to relate to people very different from himself. Boys “are so self-centered,” she said. “It’s good to get outside of it and see there’s other people who are different.” Morgan Serughetti, a student at the Woodside Priory in Portola Valley, said he has volunteered with the Challenger League three times. “Here, everyone has fun,” he said. “The goal is just to see them come off with a smile on their face.” Karyn Leahy from Menlo Park, who was there with her son Jack, was helping the other moms make root beer floats for the players. “It’s really just shar-ing the experience with (Jack) that I love,” she said. “We love the Challenger League. It’s just priceless watch-ing them interact with their buddies,” she said. “It’s one of my son’s favorite things.” Bettina Pike, next year’s YMSL Alpine chapter president, said there are also some more selfish reasons she and George love YMSL: the “chance to spend time with dear friends and neighbors.” Many local students who are friends end up at different high schools. “I think my favorite thing about it,” George said, “is being able to reconnect with my good friends I haven’t seen in a long time — get-ting to be with our friends and doing really fulfilling work.” YMSLnational.org has more information on the organization A

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Photo by Barbara Wood/

The Almanac

Bettina Pike, who

will be president of

the Young Men’s

Service League

next year, with her

son George in their

Woodside backyard.

Photo by Leslie Doyle

Janie MacArthur, founder of the Alpine chapter of the Young Men’s Service League, and her twin sons Henry, left, and Chet, rest after volunteering with a cleanup of Mavericks Beach near Half Moon Bay.

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Go to AlmanacNews.com/calendar to see more calendar listings online

Special EventsMenlo College Commencement 2015 Keynote speakers: Michael Weatherly, spe-cial agent Anthony DiNozzo in the TV show “NCIS,” and Mark Templeton, president and CEO of Citrix. Reception follows cer-emony. May 9, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Menlo College Quad, 1000 El Camino Real, Ather-ton. Call 650-543-3901. www.menlo.edu

Outdoor production of musical that follows a Russian family as its Jewish tradi-tions come into conflict with modern influ-ences. Attendees can picnic on lawn at 7 p.m. before performances. May 1-3, 8 and 9, 8-10 p.m. $10 adult; $5 student. Menlo School, 50 Valparaiso Ave., Atherton. www.menloschool.org/arts/drama.php

Talks & Authors Folger

Stable Speaker Series presents discussion with three local painters — Jim Caldwell, Kit Colman and Sheila Finch — exploring how their work has been inspired by the Peninsula environs. May 17, 4-6 p.m. Free (with online ticket). Wunderlich Park, 4040 Woodside Road, Woodside. Call 650-851-2660. huddartwunderlichfriends.org

Dr. Cary Fowler of the Global Crop Diversity Trust will give a talk on the effects of climate change on crops and food production. May 6, 3:30-5 p.m. Free. Encinal Hall, Bechtel Conference Center, 616 Serra St., Stanford. Call 650-723-4920. stanford.io/1BRfYgp

M-A Parent Education Series talk by Steve Smith of Palo Alto Univer-

sity. May 7, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. M-A High School, Performing Arts Center, Cafe, 555 Middlefield Road, Menlo Park. Call 650-868-0590. athletepotential2015ma.eventbrite.com

- Cubberley Lecture, moderated by

Stanford professor Linda Darling-Ham-mond, features education writers Dana Goldstein and Elizabeth Green. May 7, 5-7:30 p.m. Free. Cubberley Auditorium, 485 Lasuen Mall, Stanford. ed.stanford.edu/events/cubberley-lecture-1

discusses his book, “Rise of the Robots: Technology and the Threat of a Jobless Future.” May 14, 7:30 p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com/event/martin-ford

SRI International hosts program with two climate change thought leaders, Ken Caldeira and Armand Neukermans.

May 12, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. SRI International, 333 Ravenswood Ave., Menlo Park. Call 650-859-2198. www.sri.com

- provides tips on vacation

destinations, finding deals on hotels and airfare, what to pack. May 16, 2 p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com/event/ask-fodors-travel-agent-arabella-bowen

and Dr. Abraham Verghese discuss Wachter’s new book, “The Digital Doctor,” which examines what the medical field will look like in an even more digital and technological future. May 8, 7:30 p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com/event/robert-wachter-md-conversation-abraham-verghese-md

Bookish bingo, pizza and raffle. Youth adult authors Marie Rutkoski, Lind-say Smith, Katie Finn and Lynn Matson speak in conversation with Evelyn Skye. May 12, 6 p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com/event/ya-marie-rutkoski-lindsay-smith-katie-finn-lynn-matson

Et Alia Explore inside of private homes

throughout the area. May 16, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $30 in advance online; $40 day of. Several

private residences, Palo Alto, Portola Valley and other Peninsula cities. Call 718-884-0689. modernhometours.com/event/2015-silicon-valley-modern-home-tour/

Exhibit puzzles out rela-tionships (esthetic and romantic) between Georgia O’Keeffe, Alfred Stieglitz and Harlem Renaissance writer Jean Toomer. Wednesday-Monday, May 6-Sept. 21, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday til 8 p.m. Free. Can-tor Arts Center, 328 Lomita Drive, Stanford. museum.stanford.edu

- Walk-in registration for AYSO Region

109 at Hillview Middle School. May 9, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free to attend. Hillview Middle School Library, 1100 Elder Ave., Menlo Park. www.mpsoccer.org

exhibit of water-color paintings by Steve Curl. Monday-Saturday, May 1-30, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Free. Portola Art Gallery, 75 Arbor Road, Menlo Park. Call 650-321-0220. www.por-tolaartgallery.com

May 9, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Rosener House Adult Day Services, 500 Arbor Road, Menlo Park. Call 650-322-0126. www.penvol.org/announcements/2014/11/13/4745/

Students of L’Ecole de Danse share bal-let work in biennial event. May 12-13, 7:30 p.m. $20. Menlo-Atherton High School, Performing Arts Center, 555 Middlefield Road, Atherton. www.lecolededanse.net

C O M M U N I T Y

TOWN OF PORTOLA VALLEYNotice of Intent to Adopt a Mitigated Negative

Declaration

A notice, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, as amended (Public Resources Code 21,000 et seq.) that the following project will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Project Title: Landslide Repair, 16 & 42 Santa Maria Avenue (Bylund)

Contact Person: Karen Kristiansson Phone Number: (650) 851-1700 x212

Project Location: 16 & 42 Santa Maria Avenue

Project Description:The project is a site development permit for grading associated with repair of a landslide on the properties. A total of 16,261 cubic yards of cut and 15,619 cubic yards of fill is proposed to accomplish the project, with 642 cubic yards to be off-hauled. The project would include demolition of existing residences on both 16 and 42 Santa Maria Avenue and construction of improvements to the storm drainage system on both properties. The project is being undertaken to stabilize the hillside and allow for replacement of the two single family homes on the lots, one on each parcel. Each home would be served by a shallow, pressurized leachfield disposal system. Neither the homes nor the septic systems would be built at this time, although the septic systems have been designed in order to ensure that they could fit on the lots given the specifics of the proposed landslide repair.

Purpose of Notice:The purpose of this notice is to inform you that a Mitigated Negative Declaration has been recommended for this project. Approval of a Mitigated Negative Declaration does not constitute approval of the project under consideration. The decision to approve or deny the project is a separate action.

Address where document may be reviewed:Portola Valley Town Hall, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley, California

Public Review Period: Begins 5/6/15 Ends: 5/25/15

Scheduled Public Hearings (date, time, place), if known:• Joint Planning Commission and Architectural and Site Control Commission

field meeting at the site at 4:30 p.m. on May 20, 2015, with continued Planning Commission comments that evening at 7:30 p.m. in the Historic Schoolhouse, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA

• Architectural and Site Control Commission meeting on May 26, 2015, 7:30 p.m., Historic Schoolhouse, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA

• Planning Commission hearing on June 3, 2015, 7:30 p.m., Historic Schoolhouse, 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley, CA

TOWN OF PORTOLA VALLEYNOTICE OF PLANNING COMMISSION

PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Planning Commission of the Town of Portola Valley will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at 7:30 p.m., in the Town Council Chambers (Historic Schoolhouse), 765 Portola Road, Portola Valley, California on the following:

AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 18 (ZONING), CHAPTER 18.64 (ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE PLAN REVIEW) OF THE PORTOLA VALLEY MUNICIPAL CODE WITH REGARD TO APPLICABILITY-PURPOSE OF ARCHITECTURAL AND SITE PLAN REVIEW. CEQA Review: Categorical Exemption per Section 15061 (b) (3).

The amendments will allow the Town Planner to refer applications for buildings or additions that do not meet the purposes of the section to the Architectural and Site Control Commission for review.

Public Hearings provide the general public and interested parties an opportunity to provide testimony on these items. If you challenge a proposed action(s) in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at a Public Hearing(s) described above, or in written correspondence delivered to the Town Council at, or prior to, the Public Hearing(s).

Information pertaining to the proposal may be viewed at Town Hall Building and Planning Department, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All interested persons are invited to appear before the Planning Commission to be heard at the time and place mentioned above.

Dated: May 6, 2015

Signed: Debbie Pedro, Town Planner

CALENDAR

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10 Sargent Lane, Atherton$8,495,0005 BD/5+ BA/5,132 SF

Unique opportunity to own 2.43 acres in this premier west side lo-cation. Updated 5bd/5+ ba, pool, Top-rated Las Lomitas schools.

Tom LeMieux, 650.465.7459 [email protected]

OPEN SUN 1:30 - 4:30

2151 Camino A Los Cerros, Menlo Park$1,795,0002 BD/1 BA/1,359 SF

Ready to move in and enjoy today or an opportunity to remodel or build new. Top-rated Menlo Park schools.

Tom LeMieux, 650.465.7459 [email protected]

NEW LISTING

2088 Channing Ave, Palo Alto$2,995,0004 BD/3.5 BA

New Construction, Only a few left, Spacious Single Family Homes, Palo Alto Schools. Close to shopping, parks, schools. Easy access to 101 tech corridor.

Nathalie de Saint Andrieu, 650.804.9696

OPEN SUN 1:30 - 4:30

168 Sand Hill Circle, Menlo Park$1,649,0004 BD/2 BA

Rare floor plan. Bright end unit overlooks Sharon Heights Golf Course. Across street from Rosewood Resort. Quiet. Large garage. Remodeled kitchen and baths. Las Lomitas schools!

Jennifer Pollock, 650.867.0609 Deanna Tarr, 415.999.1232

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128 Toyon Rd, AthertonPrice Upon Request5 BD/7.5 BA

Stunning Lindenwood home custom built 2 years ago, 1 acre property. Functional floor plan, media room, quality millwork, 2 offices. Indoor, outdoor living. Close proximity to downtown Palo Alto.

Nathalie de Saint Andrieu, 650.804.9696

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3665 Woodside Rd, Woodside$6,499,0003 BD/2.5 BA/2,120 SF

Sunny flat lot in Woodside. 3.3 acres. Western Hill views.

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DeLeon RealtyList your home with

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Our clients love the personal attention they receive from Michael Repka, from beginning to end. Additionally you will receive a suite of free services from the DeLeon Team, including interior design, construction consulting,

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David A. Weil, Realtor®

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The Ascona Estate is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains, just southwest of the historic Town of Los Gatos, California. It is comprised of two legal parcels totalling 30.9 acres. At the highest elevation of Ascona is sited a hand crafted Tuscan Revival home designed by famed Santa Barbara romantic revival architect, Thomas Bollay. The vineyard at Ascona is currently planted with 5 varieties of wine grapes: Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. MLS#81453856

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115 AnnouncementsDid You Know Information is power and content is King? Your doorway to statewide Public Notices, California Newspaper Publishers Association Smart Search Feature. Sign-up, Enter keywords and sit back and let public notices come to you on your mobile, desktop, and tablet. For more information call Cecelia @ (916) 288-6011 or www.capublicnotice.com (Cal-SCAN)

Pregnant? Considering adoption? Call us first. Living expenses, housing, medical, and continued support afterwards. Choose adoptive family of your choice. Call 24/7. 1-877-879-4709 (CalSCAN)

Pregnant? Thinking of adoption? Talk with car-ing agency specializing in matching Birthmothers with Families Nationwide. LIVING EXPENSES PAID. Call 24/7 Abby’s One True Gift Adoptions. 866-413-6293. Void in Illinois/ New Mexico/Indiana (AAN CAN)

Deborah’s Palm Gala Fundraiser

Stanford music tutoring

130 Classes & InstructionAirbrush Makeup Artist for Ads . TV . Film . Fashion. HD and Digital. 40% OFF TUITION For Limited Time. Train and Build Portfolio . One Week Course Details at: AwardMakeupSchool.com 818-980-2119 (AAN CAN)

Airline Careers begin here – Get started by training as FAA certified Aviation Technician. Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 800-725-1563 (AAN CAN)

German Language Classes

133 Music LessonsChristina Conti Private Piano Instruction Lessons in your home. Bachelor of Music. 650/493-6950

Hope Street Music Studios In downtown Mtn.View. Most Instruments voice. All ages & levels 650-961-2192 www.HopeStreetMusicStudios.com 

Piano Lessons Quality Piano Lessons in Menlo Park. Call (650)838-9772 Alita Lake

135 Group ActivitiesThanks St, Jude

145 Non-Profits NeedsStanford Museums Volunteer

150 VolunteersFosterers Needed for Moffet Cats

FRIENDS OF THE MTN VIEW LIBRARY

152 Research Study VolunteersHot Flashes? Women 40-65 with frequent hot flashes, may qualify for the REPLENISH Trial - a free medical research study for post-menopausal women. Call 855-781-1851. (Cal-SCAN)

For Sale202 Vehicles WantedCash for Cars Any Car/Truck. Running or Not! Top Dollar Paid. We Come To You! Call For Instant Offer: 1-888-420-3808 www.cash4car.com (AAN CAN)

Donate Your Car, Truck, Boat to Heritage for the Blind. FREE 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care of. Call 800-731-5042 (Cal-SCAN)

Got an Older Car boat or RV? Do the humane thing. Donate it to the Humane Society. Call 1-800-743-1482 (Cal-SCAN)

I Buy Old Porsches 911, 356. 1948-1973 only. Any condition. Top $$ paid. Finders Fee. Call 707-965-9546 or email [email protected] (Cal-SCAN)

210 Garage/Estate SalesLA: 655 Magdalena Ave. 5/15, 8-6; 5/16, 8-2. Huge Rummage Sale. Los Altos United Methodist Church (x-street Foothill Expy). 

Menlo Park , 2180 Aston Ave, May 9 & 10 ESTATE SALE Sat. May 9, 8-4 Sun. Mat 10, 8-4 2180 Ashton Ave. Menlo Park/Cross St. Alameda

Mountain View, 310 Easy St., May 16, 9am-2pm

PA: City Wide Garage Sale Saturday, June 6, 8-2 Helping the environment and mak-ing money has never been so easy. Reusing - whether you donate, buy, or sell - is one of the best ways to reduce waste and keep usable stuff out of the landfill. Join us for the Palo Alto Citywide Yard Sale on Saturday, June 6. Last day to sign up is May 8. Details will be posted on http://www.PaloAltoOnline.com/ yardsale/ The map and listings will be upload-ed to this page and be printed in the June 5 edition of the Palo Alto Weekly.

Paloalto, 50 Embarcadero, May 9, 9-3

215 Collectibles & AntiquesNice Thomas Collectors Radio - $25.00

235 Wanted to BuyCash for Diabetic Test Strips Don’t throw boxes away - Help others. Unopened / Unexpired boxes only. All Brands Considered. Call Anytime! 24hrs/7days (888) 491-1168 (Cal-SCAN)

240 Furnishings/Household itemsAccent Chairs (Pair) - $400

Coffee Table - $150

Entertainment Center - $450

Framed Poster “Nude” - $80

Off-White Bernhardt Sofa - $900

245 MiscellaneousDirecTV Starting at $19.99/mo. FREE Installation. FREE 3 months of HBO SHOWTIME CINEMAX, STARZ. FREE HD/DVR Upgrade! 2015 NFL Sunday Ticket Included (Select Packages) New Customers Only. CALL 1-800-385-9017 (CalSCAN)

Dish Network Get MORE for LESS! Starting $19.99/month (for 12 months.) PLUS Bundle & SAVE (Fast Internet for $15 more/month.) CALL Now 1-800-357-0810 (Cal-SCAN)

Dish TV Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) SAVE! Regular Price $34.99 Call Today and Ask About FREE SAME DAY Installation! CALL Now! 888-992-1957 (AAN CAN)

Sawmills from only $4397.00. Make and save money with your own bandmill- Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. FREE Info/DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com 1-800-578-1363 Ext.300N (Cal-SCAN)

HANDICAP ASSISTANCE 1. Rolling walker: Medline, red, light weight, used $20.00 2. Rolling walker: Hugo, blue, sturdy, basket & bell, used $75.00 3. Transport chair: Drive, DFL-19, used 1 month $140.00 4. Transport chair: Karman, T-2700, used 1 month $120.00 5. Lift recliner chair, sleeper: Pride 5555, unused $1,200.00

Macy’s Bandolino shoes size7M - $8

Kid’sStuff

350 Preschools/Schools/CampsAcorn Chinese Learning Center Children Mandarin & Cantonese Program. www.acornchinese.com

Art & Soul Summer Camp

Bridge (Card Game) Summer Camp

Co-op Preschool-Schedule a tour!

Piano Summer Camp

355 Items for SaleDid You Know 7 IN 10 Americans or 158 million U.S. Adults read content from newspaper media each week? Discover the Power of Newspaper Advertising. For a free brochure call 916-288-6011 or email [email protected] (Cal-SCAN)

2BagsSize6-7Years BOY clothes$40

3DVDsLittlePeople,PlanetHeroes,T

3T KRU RainJacket $5

Boy Clothes 6-7-8 years 2 bags$40

BRUM collector remote controlcar

LadyBugDressUpTo24Months

LearningLaptop/pad age3-7years

Mega Bloks 8134 $14

Nike ShinpadsAge4-7y$4

PoohDuvetCoverPillowCase

SoccerCleatsSize2Diadora$7

TopGunPilotJacket4T

Mind& Body

425 Health ServicesGot Knee Pain? Back Pain? Shoulder Pain? Get a pain-relieving brace -little or NO cost to you. Medicare Patients Call Health Hotline Now! 1- 800-796-5091 (Cal-SCAN)

Safe Step Walk-in Tub Alert for Seniors. Bathroom falls can be fatal. Approved by Arthritis Foundation. Therapeutic Jets. Less Than 4 Inch Step-In. Wide Door. Anti-Slip Floors. American Made. Installation Included. Call 800-799-4811 for $750 Off. (Cal-SCAN)

Natural Aphrodisiac UltimateDesireWorks.com

Jobs500 Help WantedSales: National Outside Sales Broker CNPA Advertising Services is seek-ing a self-motivated and resourceful individual to join our team as an Independent Sales Broker for a National Preprint Advertising Program. Our company is in Sacramento, CA but prospective candidates can live in other areas. Candidates need background in National Newspaper Sales, with strength in Preprint Advertising. Responsibilities: Identify new business opportunities; understand client needs and present relevant solutions. Responsible for entire sales process: identify sales opportunities and carry through to meet revenue goals. Create proposals, present to client and manage overall projects. Job Qualifications: Minimum 3 years print and/or media sales experience. National sales experi-ence a MUST. Successful new business development track record and established portfolio of potential clients. Dynamic, flexible, hard-working and highly organized with excellent com-munication skills. Bachelor’s Degree preferred from an accredited university. Send resume to Wolf Rosenberg: [email protected]

Cook and Food Servers Moldaw Residences, is looking for cooks and food servers. Apply Now! Email cover letter with salary require-ments and resume to: Attn: Line cook Food Server [email protected] Feel free to stop by 899 E. Charleston Rd., Palo Alto, CA 94303 to complete an employment application NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE.

Dog Walker / Pet Sitter Well Established Business, 19 years. PT, becoming FT employment . $17 per visit. Need reliable vehicle and be able to work most any time or day of the week, at least 2 weekends a month and all holidays. Must live in my service area, or very close to Sunnyvale, Mt.View & Los Altos. Email Resume Only

Driver Full-time Moldaw Residents is seeking a FT Driver, The driver is responsible for transport-ing residents and guests to scheduled destinations.

Woodside Store Site Manager: Saturday

525 Adult Care WantedAdult Care Cook Housekeeper needed for 90+ man in Palo Alto mornings Monday to Friday 650-862-0753

550 Business OpportunitiesComputer Work Work from anywhere 24/7. Up to $1,500 Part Time to $7,500/mo. Full Time. Training provided. www.WorkServices24.com (Cal-SCAN)

560 Employment InformationDrivers We support every driver, every day, every mile! No experience? Some or LOTS of experience? Let’s Talk! Call Central Refrigerated Home. 888-891-2195 www.CentralTruckDrivingJobs.com (Cal-SCAN)

Drivers: CDL Drivers Avg. $55k/yr! $2k Sign-On Bonus. Family Company w/Great Miles. Love your Job and Your Truck. CDL-A Required 888-293-9337 www.drive4melton.mobi (Cal-SCAN)

Drivers: Obtain Class A CDL in 2-1/2 weeks. Company Sponsored Training. Also Hiring Recent Truck School Graduates, Experienced Drivers. Must be 21 or Older. Call: (866) 275-2349. (Cal-SCAN)

Humanitarian Career! Start your Humanitarian Career at One World Center and gain experience through international service work in Africa. Program has costs. [email protected]

Make $1000 Weekly!! Mailing Brochures From Home. Helping home workers since 2001. Genuine Opportunity. No Experience Required. Start Immediately. www.theworkingcorner.com (AAN CAN)

BusinessServices

615 ComputersDid You Know 144 million U.S. Adults read a Newspaper print copy each week? Discover the Power of Newspaper Advertising. For a free brochure call 916-288-6011 or email [email protected] (Cal-SCAN)

624 FinancialHelp Prevent Foreclosure and Save Your Home! Get FREE Relief! Learn about your legal option to possibly lower your rate and modify your mortgage. 800-469-0167 (Cal-SCAN)

Reduce Your Past Tax Bill by as much as 75 Percent. Stop Levies, Liens and Wage Garnishments. Call The Tax DR Now to see if you Qualify 1-800-498-1067. (Cal-SCAN)

Sell Your Structured settlement or annuity payments for CASH NOW. You don’t have to wait for your future payments any longer! Call 1-800-673-5926 (Cal-SCAN)

Social Secuity Disability benefits. Unable to work? Denied ben-efits? We Can Help! WIN or Pay Nothing! Contact Bill Gordon and Associates at 1-800-966-1904 to start your application today! (Cal-SCAN)

636 InsuranceAuto Insurance Starting at $25/month. Call 855-977-9537 

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Now you can log on to fogster.com, day or night and get your ad started immediately online. Most listings are free and include a one-line free print ad in our Peninsula newspapers with the option of photos and additional lines. Exempt are employment ads, which include a web listing charge. Home Services and Mind & Body Services require contact with a Customer Sales Representative.

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Health and Dental Insurance Lowest Prices. We have the best rates from top companies! Call Now! “888-989-4807. (CalSCAN)

640 Legal ServicesDid You Know Information is power and content is King? Do you need timely access to public notices and remain relevant in today’s hostile business climate? Gain the edge with California Newspaper Publishers Association new innovative website capublicnotice.com and check out the FREE One-Month Trial Smart Search Feature. For more information call Cecelia @ (916) 288-6011 or www.capublicnotice.com (Cal-SCAN)

HomeServices

715 Cleaning ServicesDelma’s House Cleaning

Gloria’s Housecleaning Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly. Own supplies. Great refs., affordable rates. 650/704-1172

Isabel and Elbi’s Housecleaning Apartments and homes. Excellent references. Great rates. 650/670-7287 or 650/771-8281

Lucy’s Housecleaning Service Homes, condos, apts. Window cleaning. 22 years exp., refs. Free est. 650/771-8499; 408/745-7276. [email protected]

Orkopina Housecleaning Spring Cleaning Sale. Celebrating 30 years. 650/962-1536

748 Gardening/Landscaping

A. Barrios Garden Maintenance *Weekly or every other week *Irrigation systems *Clean up and hauling *Tree removal *Refs. 650/771-0213; 392-9760

D. Brent Landscape Maintenance *Bi-monthly or weekly *Reliable, attentive *Contact Dan, 650/288-8663 *[email protected] *Lic C-27 959138

J. Garcia Garden Maintenance Service Free est. 21 years exp. 650/366-4301 or 650/346-6781

LANDA’S GARDENING & LANDSCAPING *Yard Maint. *New Lawns. *Rototil *Clean Ups *Tree Trim *Power Wash *Irrigation timer programming. 19 yrs exp. Ramon, 650/576-6242 [email protected]

R.G. Landscape Drought tolerant native landscapes and succulent gardens. Demos, installations, maint. Free est. 650/468-8859

Scott Haber Landsaping

751 General Contracting

A NOTICE TO READERS: It is illegal for an unlicensed person to perform contracting work on any project valued at $500.00 or more in labor and materials. State law also requires that contractors include their license numbers on all advertis-ing. Check your contractor’s status at www.cslb.ca.gov or 800-321-CSLB (2752). Unlicensed persons taking jobs that total less than $500.00 must state in their advertisements that they are not licensed by the Contractors State License Board.

759 Hauling

J & G HAULING SERVICE Misc. junk, office, gar., furn., mattresses, green waste, more. Lic./ins. Free est. 650/743-8852 (see my Yelp reviews)

767 MoversSunny Express Moving Co. Afforable, Reliable, Refs. CalT #191198. 650/722-6586 or 408/904-9688

771 Painting/Wallpaper

DAVID AND MARTIN PAINTINGQuality work

Good references Low price

Lic. #52643 (650) 575-2022Glen Hodges Painting Call me first! Senior discount. 45 yrs. #351738. 650/322-8325

H.D.A. Painting and Drywall Interior/exterior painting, drywall installed. Mud, tape all textures. Free est. 650/207-770

Italian Painter Spring Spruce Up! Avail. now! Interior/exterior. 30 years exp. Excel. refs. No job too small. AFFORDABLE RATES. Free est. Call Domenico, 650/421-6879

STYLE PAINTING Full service painting. Insured. Lic. 903303. 650/388-8577

775 Asphalt/ConcreteLOW PRICE CONCRETE INC 25 years experience landscaping/ concrete. Call for a free estimate 650-771-1287.

Roe General Engineering Asphalt, concrete, pavers, tiles, sealing, artificial turf. 36 yrs exp. No job too small. Lic #663703. 650/814-5572

779 Organizing ServicesEnd the Clutter & Get Organized Residential Organizing by Debra Robinson (650)390-0125

RealEstate

801 Apartments/Condos/StudiosPalo Alto, 2 BR/2 BA - $3200

805 Homes for RentLos Altos Hills, 3 BR/2.5 BA - $8000

Menl Park, 2 BR/1 BA - $3800/mth

Palo Alto, 2 BR/1 BA - $4800

Palo Alto, 3 BR/2.5 BA - $4600

Palo Alto, 4 BR/2 BA - $4400. mon

Redwood City (emerald Hills) - $5700

809 Shared Housing/RoomsAll Areas: Roommates.com Lonely? Bored? Broke? Find the perfect roommate to complement your personality and lifestyle at Roommates.com! (AAN CAN)

Redwood City, 1 BR/2 BA - $1100

810 Cottages for RentMP: Studio Cottage Unfurn. Pvt. entry, parking. Pool. Garden setting. Utils incl. $2400 mo. 650/325-8760

820 Home ExchangesArchitect 

825 Homes/Condos for Sale

Palo Alto, 2 BR/2 BA http://www.mlslistings.com/property/ml81460296/427-alma-st-308-palo-alto-ca-94301

Redwood City (emerald Hills), 5+ BR/4+ BA - $2,999,999

855 Real Estate ServicesDid You Know Information is power and content is King? Do you need timely access to public notices and remain relevant in today’s highly competitive market? Gain an edge with California Newspaper Publishers Association new innovative website capublicnotice.com and check out the Smart Search Feature. For more informa-tion call Cecelia @ (916) 288-6011 or www.capublicnotice.com (Cal-SCAN)

995 Fictitious Name StatementALKALIGN STUDIOS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 264594 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Alkalign Studios, located at 3528 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Menlo Park, CA 94025; Mailing address: 309 Yale Rd., Menlo Park, CA 94025, San Mateo County. Registered owner(s): ZOOSKI VENTURES 309 Yale Rd. Menlo Park, CA 94025 This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on March 23, 2015. (ALM Apr. 15, 22, 29, May 6, 2015)

RADIANCE INTERIORSCAPES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 264930 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Radiance Interiorscapes, located at 20 Stadler Drive, Woodside, CA 94062-4840, San Mateo County. Registered owner(s): SANDRA LOUISE HUMPHRIES 20 Stadle Drive Woodside, CA 94062-4840 This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on April 14, 2015. (ALM Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2015)

ATARA BIO FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 264956 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Atara Bio, located at 701 Gateway Blvd., Suite 200, South San Francisco, CA 94080, San Mateo County, USA. Registered owner(s): ATARA BIOTHERAPEUTICS INC. 3500 South Dupont Highway Dover, County of Kent, DE 19901 Delaware This business is conducted by: A

Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on April 16, 2015. (ALM Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 13, 2015)

THE ALMANAC ALMANACNEWS.COM FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 264959 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: 1.) The Almanac, 2.) Almanacnews.com, located at 3525 Alameda De Las Pulgas, Menlo Park, CA 94025, San Mateo County. Registered owner(s): EMBARCADERO MEDIA 450 Cambridge Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94306 California This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/15/2009. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on April 17, 2015. (ALM Apr. 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2015)

ITECH CHIMP FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 265029 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: ITech Chimp, located at 872 El Camino Real, Belmont, CA 94002, San Mateo County. Registered owner(s): INFINIX INCORPORATED 4546 B10 El Camino Real #410 Los Altos CA 94022 This business is conducted by: A Corporation. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on April 22, 2015. (ALM May 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015)

CREATIVE SOFTWARE SYSTEMS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 265148 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: Creative Software Systems, located at 150 Gabarda Way, Portola Valley, CA 94028, San Mateo County. Registered owner(s): J. WILLIAM CAMPBELL 150 Gabarda Way Portola Valley, CA 94028 This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 08/01/1999. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on April 29, 2015. (ALM May 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015)

SERVICIOS REYES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No.: 265093 The following person (persons) is (are) doing business as: Servicios Reyes, located at 2943 Middlefield Rd., Redwood City, CA 94063, San Mateo County. Registered owner(s): MITZY REYES 2732 Marlborough Ave.

Redwood City, CA 94063 This business is conducted by: An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on April 27, 2015. (ALM May 6, 13, 20, 27, 2015)

997 All Other LegalsNOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-14-651639-CL Order No.: 140102490 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/8/1997. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. 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 and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): THOMAS G. SUTTON AND SUSAN G. SUTTON, HUSBAND AND WIFE Recorded: 10/29/1997 as Instrument No. 97-139570 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN MATEO County, California; Date of Sale: 5/19/2015 at 1:00PM Place of Sale: At the Marshall St. Entrance of the San Mateo County Courthouse, Southern Branch Hall of Justice & Records, 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $230,434.77 The purported property address is: 1827 EDGEWOOD LANE, MENLO PARK, CA 94025 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 071-122-110-1 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are consid-ering 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 automati-cally entitle you to free and clear owner-ship 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 mort-gage 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 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www.qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclo-sure by the Trustee: CA-14-651639-CL . 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. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the prop-erty may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any rea-son, 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. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no fur-ther recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real prop-erty only. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 800-280-2832 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-14-651639-CL IDSPub #0080996 4/22/2015 4/29/2015 5/6/2015 ALM

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