inside bishop ranch may/june 2014

May/Jun 2014Events,Services andAmenitiesinside

Food Trucks Return To BR8 & BR15 p 04

Luxury Express Bus To South Bay p 07

Wellness and Safety Fairp 04

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b2b SeminarsCreate Your Own Custom Organic Lip Balm Wednesday, June 4, Noon – 1pm 2603 Camino Ramon, Ste. 285 (BR3) $22, includes a light lunch Looking for the perfect lip balm? Learn how to make an organic balm in a 1-hour, hands-on class with Lindsay Roulusonis, teacher & owner of Blue Dot Organics. You will make 5 tubes of moisturizing lip balm using the certified organic oils, butters & scented essential oils suited to your needs and preferences. All materials are supplied – plus, a take-home materials list, DIY recipes and supplier info.

Blue Dot Organics is a socially-responsible small business that promotes healthy, sustainable living. All ingredients are certified organic, ethically wild-harvested, Kosher, gluten-free, vegan and/or untreated; 10% of profits go to charity.

Visit bluedotorganics.com for more information.

Seating is limited at this event. Please RSVP Community & Outreach at 925.543.0100.

Smart Strategies – Your Social Security Benefits

Wednesday, June 11, Noon – 1pm 2603 Camino Ramon, Ste. 285 (BR3) FREE, includes a light lunch

If you are approaching retirement—or just looking ahead—it’s important to understand the role that Social Security benefits can play in your retirement income plan. Join us, to find out:

• How Social Security benefits work for you and your spouse • When and how to start receiving Social Security benefits • Opportunities to increase benefits throughout retirement

Special Offer: Attendees will receive a complimentary social security analysis of their unique situation.

Presented by Cornerstone Wealth Management, Inc., this workshop is ideal for people of any age who want to see what their Social Security benefits might look like when it’s time to retire.

Space is limited. RSVP Community & Outreach at 925.543.0100.

Company: PJ Pharmacy Year founded: 2014 Bishop Ranch Location: BR11

What is your business? I am opening an independent pharmacy, which will fill prescriptions, mix and make compounds for hormone replacement, dispense durable medical supplies & provide vaccinations.

When was your business founded? Becoming a pharmacist has been my goal since childhood. After many years as a pharmacist, I am very excited to open my own pharmacy this year.

What is your business approach/philosophy? I believe in going above and beyond expectations in order to provide superior customer service. Together, my staff and I will provide the best possible service and make a real difference in our community.

What is the biggest challenge in your work? It is a challenge to act as the intermediary between patients, medical professionals and insurance companies to get people the medication they need and provide the best possible services.

What is the best aspect of your work? Every day I go out of my way to help patients with their health care needs and do patient advocacy for all age groups.

Least favorite task: I love to do all the tasks, even the challenging ones, so that I can be the most effective provider, with a solution for every patient concern.

Sources of inspiration: My family has been my primary source of inspiration, especially my Mom who taught me to work hard and to choose to work in a field I am passionate about.

What makes you excel? I gained experience working many years at Long’s Drug Store, where I started as an intern and advanced to become a pharmacy manager. Later, I taught other pharmacists and staff how to be positive and effective even in stressful situations.

How would you advise young professionals? Follow your dreams to become a productive member of society; someone who makes a difference. If you want to be a pharmacist, be prepared to work very hard at school and at work. One must be passionate to be successful and happy in this field.

Is there a goal you still want to achieve? I would like to learn and grow in areas where I do not have experience and to continue to improve and gain further experience in patient care. I would like to share my experience with young professionals in this field.

What is your favorite pastime? I like many sports including soccer and hiking. I have a positive attitude and enjoy whatever I do.

How do you handle stress? I handle stress excellently. As an experienced pharmacist, I have mastered the art of multi-tasking, leading as pharmacy manager and promoting teamwork.

Favorite vacation spot: I was born in the ancient country of Persia. My hometown is the small city of Shoushtar—about 15,000 years old. I travel there to see my mother and spend time together as family.

Favorite East Bay restaurant: Alborz in Walnut Creek – they serve my favorite Persian cuisine.

Favorite music or other forms of art (Theater? Film? Visual Arts?) I enjoy listening to classic Persian music played with old-time instruments such as violin and drums.

Is there a special cause that you support? I donate to organizations that help support children who do not have parents or cannot receive the basic necessities from their families.

PJ Jahan Diablo Pharmacy and Wellness 2301 Camino Ramon, Suite 190

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Bishop Ranch Wellness and Safety FairThursday, May 22, 11:30am – 2pm 2623 Camino Ramon (BR3), Outside FREE

It’s spring! Time to refresh, renew and recharge. The Bishop Ranch Wellness and Safety Fair will host 50 vendors offering free eye exams, cholesterol screenings, bone density tests and blood pressure checks, fitness and other demos. Get the latest info on maintaining wellness and enjoy healthy refreshments, great giveaways and valuable prizes. Good health is priceless— and the fair is free!

As a reminder, the Cystic Fibrosis Walk will begin and end at the Wellness and Safety Fair. To form a walk team for this worthy cause, call Magan Denis at 415.989.6500.

Questions? Call Community and Outreach at 925.543.0100.

EventsOnsite Crossfit Classes Start May 19! Mondays, Noon – 1pm Bishop Ranch Fitness Center 12667 Alcosta Blvd., Ste. 135 (BR15) $48/month (4 classes) or $20/drop-in

Step up your fitness level with targeted cardiovascular training. This crossfit class gives you a full-body workout and gets your heart rate up over the course of a 30-minute period. We start with a warm up, a quick review of the workout of the day, and off you go, moving through the circuit as quickly as possible and doing as many sets as you can.

The result? Increased core strength, muscular power, stamina, and cardiovascular endurance. This highly effective half-hour class training is tough, but fun and never boring!

To sign up or for more information, email [email protected] or call 925.743.0222

Bishop Ranch Blood Drive Thursday, May 22, 10:30am – 2:30pm 2623 Camino Ramon, Parking Lot (BR3) Look for the Red Cross Van

Give blood—“and be a hero for a day.” The American Red Cross will host a one-day blood drive that makes the donation process convenient, simple and quick. Look for the Red Cross van in the Bishop Ranch 3 parking lot.

Walk-ins are welcome, but if you prefer an appointment, please call 800.733.2767. Other questions? Contact Community & Outreach at 925.543.0100. Thank you for helping to save lives!

Spring Fever? Take Advantage of Attraction Discounts Special offers and discounts are among the many perks you enjoy as part of our community at Bishop Ranch. To redeem discounts, present identification as a tenant or your company business card with a Bishop Ranch address.

You and your family can kick off spring with a day of play and great discounts on tickets for Great America, Raging Waters, Waterworld, Legoland, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Six Flag’s Discovery Kingdom. To learn more about discounts to these attractions and more, visit bishopranch.com/specialoffers.

FREE Electronic Recycling and Document ShreddingThursday, May 29th, 10am – 2pm 2400 Camino Ramon, Parking Lot (BR6) FREE

What to do with your old computer, cell phone, copier? Recycle it!

eWaste Direct, Inc. will be on site to accept your personal and professional electronic devices—everything from computers to copiers to console video games. For a complete list of acceptable items, visit ewastedirect.com. Please: No appliances, alkaline batteries or light bulbs! (Continued in the next column)

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To help with spring cleaning, Shred Works, Inc. will be here to securely dispose of records, files and other paperwork you no longer need. All items will be shredded at the Shred Works’ plant the day of pick-up. There is a five-box maximum per person (standard-size box). Shred Works is an AAA-NAID certified company and recycles all shredded material.

For more information, please call Community and Outreach at 925.543.0100.

SF Giants vs. New York MetsFriday, June 6, 7:15pm Bus departs from BR3 (outdoor fountain) at 5:30pm $55.00/person

Be part of all the excitement at AT&T Park as the SF Giants do battle with the New York Mets. For just $55.00, you get a great seat to the game (Club Level, Rows K - M), a ride to and from the Park and a boxed dinner on board the bus.

We’ve reserved just 40 seats, so this event will sell out soon. Order your tickets today. And trounce the Mets! Please call 925.543.0100 to reserve your place. All reservations are firm upon payment.

They’re Back! Food Trucks Return to BR8 & BR15 You asked…we answered. Starting May 29, the Food Truck Mafia will bring the food trucks back to BR8 and BR15 on Thursdays! (11am – 2pm). Get ready to see some of the Bay Area’s best tacos, burgers, BBQ and other savories and sweets back on the street at lunchtime.

By the way, the trucks will still be at BR3 on Tuesdays and at BR1 and BR3 every Wednesday from 11am – 2pm.

DiscountsSLATE Art Consulting 473 25th Street, Oakland Tel: 510.652.4085 Contact: Shelley Barry

Fine art plays a special role in corporate and public spaces. SLATE offers full art solutions, specializing in artwork by Bay Area artists, limited editions and poster art; custom framing; rotating exhibitions and art rental programs. Consultations are complimentary; no hourly fee.

Bishop Ranch Offer: 20% off all orders. Free pickup & delivery. Minimum order applies.

TLC Interior Plant Service P.O. Box 1616, Pleasanton Tel: 925.846.6534

Since 1982, TLC Interior Plant Service has been bringing nature into offices around the Bay Area. TLC can help “green” your company, providing a healthier and more serene work environment, as well as enhancing the aesthetics of your workspace. Green is beautiful.

Bishop Ranch Offer: 15% off.

New Vendors This Month Spice Kit Pasta Pomodoro Club Reduce of San Ramon Elements Massage Utility Telephone

Faz Restaurant 600 Hartz Avenue, Danville Tel: 925.838.1320 Contact: Michele Bouvia

The fresh, fragrant Mediterranean cuisine at Faz is a popular choice for East Bay residents who enjoy the casual atmosphere and good food served on a patio set in a lush redwood grove. Faz also offers inviting lounge, dining and banquet rooms that feature floor-to-ceiling windows.

Bishop Ranch Offer: 20% off lunch and dinner at Faz Restaurant in Danville & Pleasanton (excludes beverages).

J. Stone Advertising One Annabel Lane, Ste. 104, San Ramon Tel: 925.830.9900

Put a logo on it! J. Stone Advertising offers an extensive range of promotional products including corporate apparel, business accessories, awards, gifts and trade show items.

Bishop Ranch Offer: 10% off catalog prices.

Good Carma Flows To Bishop Ranch CommutersCarma Carpooling helps commuters share cars to save money and time. Since launching the program last March, many Bishop Ranch drivers are now using the Carma Carpooling smartphone app. Along with the hours saved by driving in the carpool lane, drivers also get to know their colleagues through the Carma community.

“I thought I was the only one commuting all the way from Tracy to San Ramon. So, I drove alone. Then I met the Carma crew at my building and I’ve been using the app ever since.” says Ray, a Bishop Ranch commuter. Using the Carma system twice a week, Ray has cut his commute costs up to $80 per month…just under $1,000 saved in a year!

To join the Carma revolution, all you need is a smartphone and the desire to improve your commute! Carmacarpool.com/sfbay

Live In The South Bay? Ride To Work In StyleBeginning Spring 2014, Bishop Ranch will launch The Silicon Valley Express, a luxury express bus run from Cupertino, San Jose and Fremont direct to Bishop Ranch—for just $5.50 per ride.

Our climate-controlled buses feature power plugs at each seat, free Wi-Fi and restrooms. Visit the Bishop Ranch Express website to take advantage of this exceptional amenity. Bishopranch.com/expressbus.

TransportationBike Share Launch Coming SoonBishop Ranch in Partnership with CycleHop and Social Bicycles (SoBi) will soon launch its new BRite Bikes Bike Share with bikes in front of every Bishop Ranch building. You can book a BRite Bike using a web-browser, a smart phone app, or by tapping your BR/ECO Clipper Card onto the bike itself. Once reserved, you simply confirm with your PIN to unlock the bike and ride! The brains of the system are built right into the bike and allow you to reserve by the minute, with all rides tracked on GPS.

Commuters who arrive at Bishop Ranch by bus, BART, ACE Train or regional shuttle will now have a bike waiting for short trips during the day. If you drive alone or carpool, you can use a BRite Bike to hit the Farmers Market, Food Trucks or one of our on-site cafes at lunch without losing your parking spot!

The bikes feature a clean, multi-speed rod drive, a basket to hold your belongings and an integrated headlight to light the way while you ride day or night.

Rental fees will be structured to encourage corporate or individual membership, as well as a pay-as-you-go option. Stay tuned to our website and Facebook page for more information.

Bishopranch.com/tenant-services/transportation Facebook.com/brcommunity Sign up for weekly E-Blasts at [email protected]

Bike To Work Day May 8, 6am–10am Energizer Station Ironhorse Trail at Bollinger Canyon Road

May 8 is Bike to Work Day across the Bay Area. Thousands of people will hop on a bike and pedal to work—why not join them? Bike to work for the first time, jump-start your bike commute or celebrate your ongoing commitment to alternative transportation.

Riders can brighten their commute with free beverages, snacks and other goodies just by stopping at the Bishop Ranch Energizer Station on the Ironhorse Trail at Bollinger Canyon Road. Fuel up with a smoothie mixed by your own power on a Fender Blender or grab a cup of coffee and an energizing nibble.

Cupertino San Jose Fremont

Inbound: South Bay to BR

SOUTH BAY*

7:25am 7:45am 8:00am

6:40pm 6:20pm 6:00pmOutbound: BR to South Bay

Chevron Park BR1

Transit Center

2600 Camino Ramon Annabel**

8:45am 8:48am 8:50am 8:55am 9:00am

5:00pm 5:05pm 5:10pm 5:15pm 5:20pm

SAN FRANCISCO*

Inbound: South Bay to BR

Outbound: BR to South Bay

*Route and times may change **Stop on request only

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B2B Seminar: Create Your Own Custom Organic Lip Balm NiaAbsolute FitnessFood Trucks BR1 & BR3

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