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July 2012 Volume 56 Number 5 Sunnyvale, California Editor: Phyllis Fowler
Monthly Meeting Wednesday, July 11th At 7:00 pm in the Lakewood Park Building
This month’s Topics: Day Worker Center, Dumpster Day & Scott Morton from Parks & Recreation speaking about Fairwood & Lakewood park
improvements (including the pool!)
*********Dumpster Day July 21st********** *********National Night Out Ice Cream Social August 7th**********
The LVNA Villager July 2012 1 ©2012 Lakewood Village Neighborhood
President’s Column -Judy Fernandez
Hello Neighbors! June’s meeting was very disappointing, only 13 people including 4 board members attended. Our new Chief of Police Frank Grgurina was our guest and I apologized to him for the low turnout.
Here are some highlights: the Chief comes to us from the City of Fremont. He has been in Law Enforcement for over 23 years and most recently the Police Captain. He explained how our Public Safety department works. Our officer’s are trained 6 months in Police and 6 months in Fire protection and also EMT. This is why sometimes you see so many police cars at an incident. Every patrol car is equipped with Fire protection equipment in case they need more fire fighters on the scene.
With summer weather here, a lot of you have open windows. Our City has seen a increase in home burglaries. Chief Grgurina suggest that you walk around you home and see if you can get in. If you can, then so can strangers! Regarding the fruit vendors going from house to house, they do need a permit. Chief Grgurina stated, we do not know where the fruit is coming from and it’s better to be safe than sorry!
Get to know your neighbors and watch out for each other. If you see anything strange, please call 911 and let Public Safety determine what is happening.
(Continued on page 2)
Day Worker Center of Mountain View At this month’s LVNA meeting, we will be hearing from the Day Worker Center of Mountain View. I received this letter from one of our neighbors regarding the ad they ran in last month’s newsletter-Editor.
The May issue of the LVNA had an ad for the Day Worker Center of Mountain View. I wanted to let others know that the center serves homeowners in Sunnyvale, as well as Mountain View and Palo Alto. There is also a worker center in San Jose that is similar, but not affiliated. I recommend using these ―Vetted‖ workers over some guy at a Home Depot parking lot.
I have used several different workers on several occasions to do repairs to a fence and install pavers from the driveway to the back door. (continued on page 2)
Sunnyvale Centennial 2
Park Improvements 3
CTC’s Summer Rep 3
Lion’s Den & The Chill Spot 4
Downtown Summer Music 5
Jazz & Beyond Schedule 5
Internet Scam Alert! 6
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: Girls Go Techbridge
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President’s Column (Continued from page 1)
To find out about crimes in Sunnyvale, go to the website: www.crimereports.com. Another website to check out is city of Sunnyvale’s, ―Beyond the Badge‖, it tells of different community events that Public Safety is involved in. You can find it at Sunnyvale.ca.gov click ―Departments‖, then ―Public Safety.‖
Speaking of that, ―National Night Out” is Aug. 7th and we will again have an Ice Cream Social at Lakewood Park from 7 – 8. More details to follow in the next newsletter.
Day Worker Center of Mountain View (Cont. from page 1)
I was happy enough with the workers I used, I then had one guy do some work with me at my mom’s place. I have also had them help clearing clutter from my garage and house, and I have several other small jobs planned for the near future.
The workers that come to the center are mostly those who got caught up in the economic down turn, as well as recent Immigrants. So some speak little English, but they are learning in classes taught at the center. I plan to do some volunteer work at the center in the coming days. .
They have both Male and Female workers, but differing tasks are assigned to the person at the top of the two lists.
One thing to consider is to serve a lunch meal to a worker you plan to have do a day’s work. Most workers do not get work every day. Once the person finishes a job, they are put back at the bottom of the list. The lists run 40 or more people and it can take a while, before the worker gets back to the top of the list. The bad economy has only made things worse and the list longer. Bob Chainey, Lakewood Village home owner. Go to: http://www.dayworkercentermv.org/ for more info or if you are interested in hiring someone.
Sunnyvale Turns 100!!! Join us for a once in a century party! In 1912, the city of Sunnyvale, California was legally incorporated. Now a century later, the Sunnyvale Historical Society and Museum Association, along with the City of Sunnyvale and the Sunnyvale Chamber of Commerce, is preparing to celebrate our city’s centennial in style.
On Saturday, August 25th and Sunday, August 26th the community is invited to join in a once-in-a-century celebration of Sunnyvale’s history. In addition to a big Centennial parade and the annual State of the City address and community awards presentation, there will be a wide variety of special, family friendly activities to
honor Sunnyvale’s first 100 years.
The parade of the century Everyone loves a parade, and here is your chance to be a part of the biggest parade in Sunnyvale in 100 years! Already the Centennial Parade has attracted dozens of applicants, including marching bands, scout troops, vintage and electric vehicles, youth athletics, and a wide assortment of community groups. And there is space for more! If you would like to be in the parade, either as a participant or as a volunteer along the route, we want to hear from you. Check out the parade page for all of the details: http://www.sunnyvale100.com/
Editor-Look for more information and a list of the events in August newsletter!
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A THOUSAND CLOWNS (cont.) to investigate whether his nephew is receiving a proper upbringing. Getting an actual paying job becomes high priority, which means work writing for ―Chuckles the Chipmunk‖! A Thousand Clowns speaks to us of commitment and the power of love. July 12, 21
DIAL M FOR MURDER
A intricately plotted psychological thriller made famous by the Hitchcock movie. Wealthy Margot has convinced her professional tennis player husband to give up playing. However, her husband has other plans, to plot the perfect murder… Margot’s! Instead he finds himself in a suspenseful game of cat and mouse with a determined police detective and a suspicious mystery writer! July 13, 15, 20, 21
Saturday and Sunday matinees start at 3:00pm
Evening performances start at 7:30pm
Tickets are $10.00—$26.00
To order tickets by phone, call: 408 245-2978
Order online (small service charge) at:
www.BrownPaperTickets.com/producer/9080
This summer the California Theatre Center will perform 4 plays at the Sunnyvale Community Center theater. The theater is located at 550 Remington Drive.
THE CANTERVILLE GHOST A mansion in England, an American family and a ghost who simply won’t let go! Hiram Otis and his family have recently moved to Canterville Chase, a grand estate just outside of London, even though the home was haunted. However a reappearing blood stain and the nocturnal visits of a rather noisy ghost with a taste for the theatrical convince them. Resulting in an entertainingly funny romp for the whole family. July 14—Saturday Matinee at 3:00pm (this is a one hour play suitable for children)
THE CONTRAST The first comedy written by an American citizen that was professionally produced - Set after the Revolutionary War, but don’t let this fool you! There is plenty of things we can relate to in 21st century America, like the theme of home-made versus foreign goods and ideas on moral behaviors, economic liberties and standards of education for their young country. Enter Maria Van Rough - a ―dangerously well-read‖ young lady, betrothed as a child to Billy Dimple, but in love with earnest soldier Henry Manly. Complicating Maria’s life are two calculating belles, a scheming servant, a naive bumpkin and a boorish old father. It is ― a sophisticated, subversive, and dead funny piece of theater.‖ July 14, 19, 22
A THOUSAND CLOWNS A heartwarming comedy ―filled with laughter and warmth,
sweetness and inspired daffiness.‖ - The New York Daily News A coming-of-middle-age story of eccentric bachelor Murray Burns, an unemployed children’s television writer, who is raising his sister’s son after she went out for a pack of cigarettes and never returned. When social workers come (cont.)
Requested Capital Improvements for Lakewood & Fairwood Parks (Suggested at the LVNA meeting on 9/14/11)
We will be hearing Scott Morton with the city to discuss and rank the Capital Improvements suggestions for both parks at July 11th meeting. If you want to be part of the future of our parks, please attend.
Fairwood Park (suggestions are not ranked)
Picnic area improvements -additional tables electrical outlets & shade Water play area (similar to one at Lakewood Park) Dog park (off-leash and with waste bags) Playground improvements (climbing wall, remove sand and replace with different surfacing, shade structures) Skate park -similar to one at Lakewood Park
Lakewood Park (suggestions are not ranked)
Parking (additional off-street parking on Silverlake side) Restroom/Concession building at ball field Fitness station / par course/ jogging track JWC Greenbelt improvements -lighting & landscaping Recreation Building improvements to allow for increased amount and variety of programming Picnic area improvements -additional tables electrical outlets & Dog park (off-leash and with waste bags) Playground improvements (climbing wall, remove sand and replace with different surfacing, shade structures)
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Lakewood Lion’s Den
June 18—August 10** (no program 7/4)
Monday thru Friday
1-5pm
Lakewood Park Building
Ages 6-12 years (proof of age may be requested) $2.00 per day (fee will be collected at the door) Come join our staff for a summer of fun! You’ll have a blast exploring your individual creativity through arts and craft projects, getting silly playing games and lots more-all for a small fee. No prior registration is required, just drop-in any day. **Parents must fill out an emergency card on the first day of participation. We look forward to spending an exciting fun filled summer with you!** Call (408) 730-771 for more information or email [email protected]
The Chill Spot
Drop-In Program—Ages 10-14** June 18—August 10
(no program 7/4)
Monday—Friday 1:00—4:30p.m.
Columbia Neighborhood Center Gym
The Chill Spot is the place to be this summer!
Bring your friends and shoot some hoops, battle on the Wii, and just chill!
$2.00 per day (fee will be collected at the door)
Club Fantastic!
Drop-In Program—Ages 6-9 ** June 18—August 10
(no program 7/4)
Monday—Friday 1:00—4:30p.m.
Columbia Neighborhood Center Morse Room Games, crafts, sports, swimming, and More!
$2.00 per day (fee will be collected at the door)
Presents:
Summer Series Music & Market
June 20- August 29, 2012 Wednesdays From 5:30-8:30
Sunnyvale’s favorite dish among many...
music is the entree' with a side of artisans. 100 Block of S. Murphy Avenue, Sunnyvale
July 11 – Classic Rock Double Shot -2 Bands! Long Train Running (Doobie bros. tribute band)
& The Shanks (classic rock) www.theshanksband.com
July 18 – The Bell Brothers (contemporary country rock) http://thebellbrothers.net/home.com
July 25 – Sage (old school, r&b, dance www.sagemusic.com
Aug. 01 – The Hitman (r&b) www.thehitmen.com
Aug. 08 – Tortilla Soup (salsa, latin, funk)
www.tortillasoupmusic.com
Aug. 15 – The Megatones (rock, r&b, funk) www.megatones.net
Aug. 22 – Ascension (r&b, pop, dance) www.ascensionliveband.com
Aug. 29 – Busta-Groove! (top 40, dance) www.busta-groove.com
Band line up
Jazz & Beyond
July 7--August 25, 2012 Saturdays from 5:30-8:30 Murphy Avenue transforms into one big street cafe where you can enjoy a sit down dinner with over 20 restaurants to choose from! What makes this event "The Ultimate Dining Experience" is that everyone at your table gets to choose which individual
restaurant to serve them! The dreaded common dining dilemma of everyone trying to agree on what type of food is not an issue! Oh and let's not forget some of the best regional jazz acts to grace "The Ave".
July 7th-Modesto Briseno Septet (jazz)
www.jazzmb.com
July 14th-Anton Schwartz (Straight ahead jazz) www.antonjazz.com
July 21st-Legally Blue (blues/jazz)
www.legallyblue.com
July 28th-Jessica Johnson (jazz/r&b/Soul) www,jessicajohnsononline.com
Aug 4th-Tony Lindsay (r&b/contemporary jazz)
www.tonylindsay.com
Aug 11th-Joint Chiefs (blues/r&b) www.thejointchiefsband.com
Aug 18th– Wally Schnalle (jazz/fusion)
www.itrymes.com
Aug 25th-Kaye Bohler Band (r&b/soul) www.kayebohler.com
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Important Phone Numbers Public Safety - Emergency 911
Public Safety - Non-emergency 730-7100
Parks and Maintenance 730-7506
Speeding Cars, parking complaints, traffic signal Dispatch 730-7180
Noise complaints—Desk Officer 730-7110
Neighborhood Preservation Complaints on decrepit fences, , weeds, illegal home businesses or rentals
730-7610
Animal Control 730-7178
Public Works- sidewalks, trees, streetlights, etc. 730-7505
Nuisance Vehicle Hotline 730-7706
Drug Hotline 245-3784
Graffiti Hotline & Shopping Cart Pickup 730-7680
Neighborhood Crime Corner Editor—instead of the usual Police Blotter, I received this email from Lt. Tracy Hern with the Sunnyvale Dept of Public Safety.
Subject: Ongoing Internet Scams
I wanted to pass along reminder information about email and internet scams.
Recently an internet scam has come to our attention. This scam is not new and in fact was first discovered in 2008 and resurfaced in 2010 and 2011. The scam claims to be from the FBI informing you that you have been the victim of an internet fraud. The scam wants you to confirm with them via email about any accounts, winnings or other ongoing financial gains you are receiving from the lottery, the government or any other group.
This is a CONFIRMED scam and false representation. As a reminder, no government agency will contact you asking for any personal banking information, password or other identifying information. Most internet scams originate outside of the United States and are blatantly lacking in proper English grammar. This should be your first clue that it is a scam
Common internet and email scams are: ―Advanced Fee/Payment‖, ―Faulty Loan or Credit Payment‖ and ―Identity Theft of a friend claiming to need money sent to them overseas‖.
Additional information regarding these scams and Internet Fraud safety tips, can be found on the FBI website at http://www.fbi.gov/scams-safety/fraud/internet_fraud/internet_fraud
Thank you for your continued support of the City of Sunnyvale, Department of Public Safety.
Lieutenant Tracy C. Hern, Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety Crime Prevention Unit [email protected] (408) 730-7114
(Editor-recently I was woke up at 6:00am by a caller claiming I had a “computer virus.” After telling the caller to “go away”, I have found out that several people (including my parents) have received the same call. If you get a call like this, tell them to not call you again and HANG UP! Do not give them any information, not even your name! This is also a scam.)
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