M y husband, Dan, travels to some interesting places

for work — France, Scotland, Malaysia, Singapore, Japan and Germany among them. So last May, when, with about a week’s notice, Dan asked me if I wanted to tag along to Scotland and France for 10 days, I readily agreed. I spent most of my time in Glas-gow while Dan worked in nearby Greenock and I ended up falling in love with Glasgow, which is not usually a tourist destination, but perhaps ought to be. Glasgow met all my criteria for the perfect spot for a tag-along vacation — a place where I felt safe alone, could travel easily on foot and find lots to photograph. The city (which has about 600,000 residents within its limits and 1.2 million in the urban area) has a long and varied history, interest-ing buildings and architecture, beautiful and extensive public gardens, vibrant shopping and commercial areas, 13 city-owned museums, and some great restau-rants and pubs. Plus, a real bonus in these days of the weak dollar: almost every-thing I did was free. We did have some luck on our side — in the city where the Mackintosh, as in waterproof raingear, was invented in 1823, we had perfect weather; mostly sunny and mild with some overcast and not a drop of rain. It turns out May is the month with the lowest average rainfall (1.3 inches in Glasgow, according to Wikipedia) yet warm enough for just sweaters in the day. Also, since Scotland is so far north, it does not get dark until nearly 9 p.m. in May, leaving Dan and I plenty of time to do things together after he returned from Greenock. I also had a little help in choosing what to do in Glas-gow. A local friend who grew up there gave me a list of things to be sure to see. My favorite place, which was not on that list and I’m sure might not enchant everyone the way it did me, was the Necropolis Cemetery — a massive graveyard perched on a knoll overlooking the city. I suppose it shows how safe I felt in Glasgow that I spent hours wandering around the extensive grounds, admiring and photographing the grave markers; many of them poignant works of art, dating back to 1831. Some were elaborate little buildings, some impres-sive monuments; others were small, simple markers, a few of which had tumbled to the ground. I also loved wandering around Kelvingrove Park. The rhododendrons were all in bloom along with hundreds of other spring flowers. The River Kelvin meanders through the 85-acre park, which also has lovely fountains and statues around every corner. When I tired of photographing the flowers and foun-tains, I visited the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum on the edge of the park. I had coffee in the museum foyer coffee shop while being serenaded by someone trying out the massive second story pipe organ. There is also a base-ment cafe.

It was a treat to be able to stand and look, unjostled and for as long as I liked, at paintings by famous artists. One of museum’s prized possessions is Salvador Dali’s painting, “Christ of St. John of the Cross.” A local history section helped me to understand Glasgow’s history. And just how unused to hordes of tourists is the muse-um? Unlike almost every other museum I’ve ever been in,

it allows photos; even with a flash. “Maybe just don’t use a flash on the more fragile things,” I was told when I asked. Evenings, Dan and I tried pubs or restaurants marked “inexpensive” in our guidebook. Dan began a probably impossible quest — trying every single malt whiskey produced in the country. He developed a great technique, however; he asked bartenders for their recommendations, which resulted in a number of free “wee tastes” of whiskeys he didn’t have to pay for. One of our favorite restaurants was The Butterfly and The Pig, an eccentric basement eatery furnished with mismatched antique furniture and dishes, and featuring the strangest menu I’ve ever seen. The food was great, made with ingredients from nearby farms.

A quote from the menu: “If you read the menu all the way through and still find you are alive, and if there is nothing you like, then let the kitchen know and we’ll call you a taxi or we’ll phone in a pizza for you or make you something you want.” My dinner, a “Mushsmallroom burger,” was a sauteed Portobello mushroom served on a bun with fresh greens, cheese and chips (French fries to us Yanks). It cost, with drink, only about $10. Our favorite pub was The Drum and Monkey, where we had dinner twice. The old bank building has comfy leather chairs, fireplaces and a big central bar. The food menu is small but includes some traditional Scottish favorites. We tried Cullen Skink, a chowder of smoked haddock, green beans and potatoes and Arbroath Smokie fishcakes. Perhaps the best part was that it was only a 20-minute walk from our hotel, so we didn’t have to worry about transportation. Other of my favorite destinations included:

■ The Botanic Garden, which, in addition to acres of outdoor gardens, includes two massive glasshouses; one houses mostly orchids, begonias, succulents and other small plants; the other, called the Kibble Palace, was moved to the site in 1871 and restored in 2004, and houses large-scale tropical plants and art works.

■ The Hunterian Art Gallery on the University of Glasgow campus, where I was one of less than two dozen visitors. It boasts a large collection of the works of James McNeill Whistler, 17th and 18th century paintings by many major European artists, and 19th and 20th century works by Scottish artists. Inside the museum is also a re-

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Barbara Wood and Dan Fitzpatrick rest at the top of the Conic Hill in front of Loch Lomond on a late afternoon in May 2008.

Photo courtesy of Barbara Wood

The perfect spot for a tag-along vacation — a place where I felt safe alone, could travel easily on foot, and find lots to photograph.

By Barbara WoodSpecial to The Almanac

A tag-along vacation

Glasgow — the best of Scotland without tourists

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creation of one of the homes of Glasgow’s favorite son, the architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, whose arts and crafts homes and furniture found interna-tional renown. (Glasgow has many other examples of Mackintosh’s work, including the Glasgow School of Art, the Light-house, the Willow Tea Rooms, the Scotland Street School and the House for an Art Lover, completed in 1996 from plans drawn up by Mackintosh in 1900.) ■ The People’s Palace was built in 1898 as a cul-tural center for the masses. Located in the city’s old-est park, Glasgow Green, the grounds also feature the 1888 Doulton Fountain, the largest terracotta fountain in the world. Next to the museum, which tells the story of the city from 1750 to the present in interactive exhibits, is yet another massive glass-house, the Winter Garden, where you can enjoy cof-fee or lunch in wicker chairs among tropical plants. ■ Glasgow Cathedral is where I was going when I found the Necropolis. The cathedral is the oldest building in Glasgow and the only remaining exam-ple of medieval architecture. The original church was founded by St. Mungo in the 6th century, and

his remains are in the lower levels of the cathedral. It has some fine stained glass windows and I spent a long time reading the inscriptions on some of the many memorials placed on its walls. Outside the Cathedral are a number of very old tombs. ■ Glasgow City Chambers — the place I prob-ably wouldn’t have visited if not tipped off by my friend. Completed in 1888 and inaugurated by Queen Victoria, the chambers feature lavish use of granite, marble, tile mosaics, gold leaf, a stained-glass dome, exotic hardwoods, and a “banquet-ing hall” with murals depicting the history of the city by local artists from the Glasgow School. Free tours are offered twice a day. I was one of six people on my tour and the only American. After leaving Glasgow, Dan and I visited Edin-burgh, Paris and Fountainbleu, France. While all had their attractions (who doesn’t love Paris?) as a person who tries to avoid crowds and spending money for no good reason, Glasgow was my favor-ite stop on this tag-along vacation. A

Barbara Wood is a freelance writer and photogra-pher who lives in Woodside with her husband, her dog Moose, seven chickens and the youngest of her three children.

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By Barbara WoodSpecial to The Almanac

Less than an hour’s drive from Glasgow is one of Scotland’s scenic wonders

— Loch Lomond, familiar to most from the lovely old Scot-tish ballad, “The Banks of Loch Lomond.” Dan and I spent just a few hours there, but were inspired to return some day for much longer. We first drove to Balloch Castle County Park, which I found disappointedly tour-isty, since we were hop-ing to go on a scenic hike instead of tour-ing on crowded paved pathways. But at the rangers’ headquarters

there, we got directions to a nice late-afternoon “wee hike.” We drove to Balmaha on the eastern shore of Loch Lomond, and set out from the visitor’s center to climb Conic Hill. The “wee hike” turned out to be strenuous, with a nearly 1,200-foot elevation change, but as we climbed the green and scenic Scottish Highlands, Loch Lomond spread out below us. There were even some wooly highland sheep, with new lambs, for company. We arrived at the peak at about

6 pm, for an incredible view of Great Britain’s largest body of fresh water, enhanced by low late-afternoon light streaming through clouds. On our way down we met some cheerful Scotsmen who were walking the West Highland Way, a 98-mile trail between the outskirts of Glasgow and Fort William, where you can catch a train for the return. Thousands of people walk the trail each year and an industry of small hotels and hostels, and even bag-carry-ing services, have sprung up to

accommodate them. Our new friends told us that they were walking 20 miles a day and then enjoying ample pub time each night to prepare for the next day’s walk. Maybe on our next trip, we’ll try it. A

“Heads” by Sophie Cave, featuring 95 floating heads with four different expressions, was commissioned by the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum as part of an exhibit called “Expressions.”

Photo by Barbara Wood

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Refrain from “The Banks of Loch Lomond”Refrain from “The Banks of Loch Lomond”Oh ye’ll tak’ the high roadand I’ll tak’ the low road,An’ I’ll be in Scotland before ye’,But wae is my heart until we meet againOn the Bonnie, bonnie banksO’ Loch Lomond.

On the bonnie banks o’ Loch Lomond

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Special EventsJan Wahl on “What’s Happened to Hollywood?.” Women’s Recovery Association presents film critic Jan Wahl at a fundraiser. Sat., Oct. 25, 1:30 p.m. $50-$75. Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club, 2900 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park. Call 650-348-6603 ext. 211.Bizet’s “Carmen.” West Bay Opera presents “Carmen,” by Georges Bizet. A story of passion and betrayal, set against the backdrop of nineteenth century southern Spain. Fully staged production, chorus and orchestra. Group/youth discounts. Sun., Oct. 26, 2-5 p.m. $20-55. Lucie Stern Theatre, 1305 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. Call 650-424-9999. www.WBOpera.orgPros & Cons on the November State Ballot Measures. The League of Women Voters will present, “The Pros & Cons on the November State Ballot Measures for Election 2008” on Saturday, Nov. 1, 11 a.m.-noon. Free. Menlo Park Library, 800 Alma St., Menlo Park. Call 650-330-2512. www.menloparklibrary.orgHalloween Hoopla Event. The city of Menlo Park’s annual Halloween Hoopla Event. There will be a parade downtown, carnival, and trick-or-treating. Sat., Oct. 25, 11:45 a.m.-3 p.m. $3 for kids, adults are free. Burgess Recreation Center, 701 Laurel St., Menlo Park. Call 650.330.2200.Open House & Sale. Canada College’s Fashion Department hosts a sale featuring clothing, hats, handbags, jewelry and other items from some 60 U.S. designers. Marla Duran, a contestant on TV’s “Project Runway,” will discuss her experience at 11 a.m. Sat., Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $10 donation at the door. CaÒada College, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd., Woodside. Call 650-306-3370. www.artistryinfashion.com

On Stage“The Importance of Being Earnest.” CaÒada College drama students will perform Oscar Wilde’s play. Oct. 16-26, 8-9:30 p.m. $12 general admission; $8 students/seniors. CaÒada College Flex Theater, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd., Woodside. Call 650-306-3331. www.canadacollege.edu

Talks/AuthorsAntimatter: Why it matters. “Antimatter: What is it and where did it go?

Lessons from the SLAC B-Factory and this year’s Nobel Prize.” Aaron Roodman, Stanford University, will explain the mystery of antimatter and discoveries made at SLAC. Tuesday, Oct. 28, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free. 7:30-8:30 p.m. Free SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, 2575 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park. Call 650-926-2543.Cool Cuisine: Taking the Bite out of Global Warming. Cool Cuisine addresses why global warming could be the best thing to happen to the culinary world in ages and reports on innovative science, business, and savory solutions to the global warming diet. Dr. Eugene Cordero is an associate professor at San Jose State. Laura Stec runs her own personal chef/catering business. Thursday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m. Free. 7:30 p.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.com

“History Was My Beat” Courthouse Docket. On Sat., Nov. 8 at 1p.m. Jim Clifford presents “History was My Beat.” A journalist, Clifford will discuss the local stories he covered and the features he wrote during his 40-year career. 1-3 p.m. $2 students/senior. $4 adults. San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway St., Redwood City. Call 650-299-0104 ext. 33. www.historysmc.orgCampaign 2008 Discussion with Dan Schnur. Veteran political consultant and columnist will share insights into Campaign 2008. Schnur is the director of the Jesse M. Unruh Institute of Politics at the University of Southern California. Sat., Oct. 25, 8-10 p.m. Suggested donation $50. Congregation Etz Chayim, 4161 Alma St., Palo Alto. Call 650-813-9094. www.etzchayim.orgElection Issue Panel with New York Review of Books and Guardian America editors and writers. Writers

and editors discuss the issues shaping the 2008 election and the challenges and opportunities that will face the new administration. Panelists include Thomas Powers, Michael Tomasky and Gary Younge. Tuesday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m. Free. 7:30 p.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comH.W. Brands discusses “Traitor to His Class: The Privileged Life and Radical Presidency of Franklin Delano Roosevelt.” Wednesday, Nov. 12, at 7:30 p.m. Free. 7:30 p.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comJohn Green discusses “Paper Towns.” John Green intelligent literature for teens. Wednesday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. Free. 7 p.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino

Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comKatherine Neville discusses novel, “The Fire.” Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 7:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comKirsten Menger-Anderson discusses her first book, “Dr. Olaf van Schuler’s Brain.” Thu., Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m. free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comMarc Kielburger discusses “Me to We: Finding Meaning in a Material World.” Brothers Craig and Marc Kielburger write of their travels and philosophical journey. Monday, Oct. 27, at 7 p.m. Free. 7 p.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comGetting Into College. Books Inc. and the Princeton Review present a 90-minute interactive seminar, “Getting Into College and Paying For It.” Wed., Oct. 30, 7 p.m. Books Inc. Palo Alto, 855 El Camino Real #74, Palo Alto. Call 650-321-0600. www.booksinc.netProject Runway Finalist. Daniel Vosovic discusses “Fashion Inside Out: Daniel V’s Guide to How Style Happens From Inspiration to Runway and Beyond.” Friday, Nov. 7, at 7:30 p.m. Free. 7:30 p.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comArt Deco. Journalist Therese Poletti discusses “Art Deco San Francisco: The Architecture of Timothy Pflueger.” Wed., Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comUSGS October Evening Public Lecture. “Prehistoric Packrat Piles: Archives of Climate Change.” Thu., Oct. 30, 7-8 p.m. Free. USGS Menlo Park Science Center, 345 Middlefield Road, Bldg. 3, Conf. Rm A., Menlo Park. Call 650-329-5136. online.wr.usgs.gov/calendar

ClassesAn Introduction to Chinese Calligraphy: Hands-On-History Program. San Mateo County History Museum presents Redwood City artist and instructor Amy Da-Pendg King, who will teach the history and some basic brushstrokes of Chinese calligraphy. Pre-registration is required by Nov. 1 to Libbie Hodas. Sat., Nov. 15, 1-3 p.m. $3members/ $5 non-members. San Mateo County History Museum, 2200 Broadway St., Redwood City. Call 650-299-0104 ext. 33. www.historysmc.orgCollege Night at Canada College. Representatives of universities and community colleges help high school students consider which college is best for them. Thu., Oct. 30, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Canada College Gym, 4200 Farm Hill Blvd., Woodside. Call 650-306-3493. www.canadacollege.eduWomen’s Writing Workshop Fall Kick-off. This session kicks off two fall writing groups that will meet weekly from late September through Nov. 15. 8-noon. Free. Menlo Park Presbyterian Church Library, 950 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park. www.mppc.org

ConcertsAnnual Halloween Concert. Music at Stanford presents a Halloween concert featuring the Stanford Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble performing a program of spooky themes, with a guest appearance by multi-instrumentalist Daniel Ho. Fri., Oct. 31, 8 p.m. $10 general / $5 students / Free for Stanford students. Dinkelspiel Auditorium, Stanford University, Stanford. Call

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Closer,” oil on linen, will be one of the works in Mitchell Johnson’s exhibit, “Concerning Color.”

Mitchell Johnson exhibit opens Nov. 2 An exhibit of work by Menlo Park artist Mitch-ell Johnson opens Sun-day, Nov. 2, at the Anita Seipp Gallery at Castilleja School, 1311 Emerson St. in Palo Alto. An artist reception opens the show from 1 to 3 p.m. Mr. Johnson’s exhibit, “Concerning Color,” will feature mostly new, large-scale works, both repre-sentational and abstract. Curator Deborah Trill-ing writes in the show’s catalogue that Mr. John-son’s paintings, “whether large or small, represent a consistent conversation: a dialogue between color, space, texture and form.

... Mitchell’s intriguing paintings feed our souls and quench our thirst for authentic aesthetic nour-ishment.” Mr. Johnson has had solo exhibits across the country and in Italy and France. He spends part of each year living and painting in Europe, spending much of his time in the Tuscan town of Buonconvento. The public can view his work at the Anita Seipp Gallery Monday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., through Dec. 1. For more information, log on at mitchelljohnson.com.

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650-725-2787. music.stanford.eduPalo Alto Philharmonic Concert. “Elgar Cello Concerto in E minor, Op. 85.” Cello soloist: Larry Granger. “Berlioz Symphonie Fantastique, Op. 14.” Sat., Oct. 25, 8 p.m. $17-$8. Cubberley Theater, 4000 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto. http://www.paphil.org/The Valparaiso Singers. “A Celebration of Life” is an evening of contemporary Broadway and American folk music, and spirituals. Directed by Judith Stewart with James Welch as accompanist. Fri., Oct. 24, 7:30 p.m. Free. The Church of jesus Christ of latter-day Saints, 1105 Valparaiso Ave., Menlo Park.

Kids & FamiliesBell System, a music performance group for children in grades 3-8, teaches the basics of music and bell technique. Thursdays, ongoing. 3:45-5 p.m. Free. Menlo Park Pres., 950 Santa Cruz Ave., Menlo Park. mppc.orgHigherNotes Music. After School Music Program for Kids K-8th grade. Classes include “Camp Rock” where kids will form a kids’ Christian rock ensemble. Other classes include choir, chimes and bells. Tuesday afternoons. 3:45-6:30 p.m. Bethany Lutheran Church, 1095 Cloud Ave., Menlo Park. Call 650-854-5897.M.T. Anderson. Youth-literature author M.T. Anderson signs “The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation, Volume II: The Kingdom on the Waves.” No formal presentation planned. Mon., Nov. 3, 5:30 p.m. Free. Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321.

www.keplers.comMask Making with Art in Action. Artists from the Bay Area cooperative Art in Action will lead children in a colorful, mask-making project. For children ages 7 and up. Mon. Oct. 27, 2008, 4-5 p.m. Free. Woodside Library, 3140 Woodside Road, Woodside. Call 650-851-0147. www.smcl.orgMusical Storytime at Atherton Library. Stories and sing-a-longs for all ages. 2nd and 4th Wednesdays in October and November. 4-4:30 p.m. Free. Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton. Call 650-328-2422. www.smcl.orgPreschool Storytime. Picture book read aloud for ages 3 to 6. Tuesdays Sept. 16 to Dec. 9, 2008, 3:30-4 p.m. Free. Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton. Call 650-328-2422. www.smcl.orgStory Time with Elisa Kleven. Allow yourself to be transported around the world to see how children from different cultures make wishes. Illustrator Elisa Kleven is this guide on this global tour of hopes and dreams. Sunday, Oct. 26, at 11:30 a.m. Free. 11:30 a.m. Free Kepler’s Books, 1010 El Camino Real, Menlo Park. Call 650-324-4321. www.keplers.comToddler Storytime. Stories, songs and flannel boards for ages 18 to 36 months. Tuesdays from Sept. 16 to Dec. 9, 2008, 10:30-11 a.m. Free. Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton. Call 650-328-2422. www.smcl.orgWoodside Library Baby Musical Storytime. Rhymes, songs and lap-sit activities for parents and infants. For ages

newborn to 24 months old. Wednesdays, Oct. 1 to 29, 2008, 10-10:30 a.m. Free. Woodside Library, 3140 Woodside Road, Woodside. Call 650-851-0147. www.smcl.orgWoodside Library Toddler Musical Storytime. Finger plays, stories, songs and fun. For ages 18 months to 3 years old. Wednesdays, Oct. 1 to 29, 2008, 11-11:30 a.m. Free. Woodside Library,

3140 Woodside Road, Woodside. Call 650-851-0147. www.smcl.org

Et AliaContemporary Artists Respond to Darfur. Learn about the contemporary art of Sudan and Sudanese refugee artists at this presentation by Demetrie Broxton, education

program coordinator at the Museum of the African Diaspora. Mon., Oct. 27, 7-8 p.m. Atherton Library, 2 Dinkelspiel Station Lane, Atherton. Call 650-328-2422. www.smcl.org“For the Bible Tells Me So.” Film discusses same-sex love in the experiences of five families. Sun., Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m. Free. Ladera Community Church, 3300 Alpine Road, Ladera. www.ladera.org

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S H E E A R N E D H E R B. A . I N C O M M U N I C AT I O N S A N D S H E E A R N E D H E R B. A . I N C O M M U N I C AT I O N S A N D M E D I A S T U D I E S F RO M F O R D H A M U N I V E R S I T Y A N D M E D I A S T U D I E S F RO M F O R D H A M U N I V E R S I T Y A N D A N M. A . I N M U S E U M S T U D I E S F RO M U N I V E R S I T Y A N M. A . I N M U S E U M S T U D I E S F RO M U N I V E R S I T Y O F T H E A R T S I N P H I L A D E L P H I A . O F T H E A R T S I N P H I L A D E L P H I A .

She was a former Miss California contestant and has won County, State, and National She was a former Miss California contestant and has won County, State, and National Awards in Tap and Jazz, including Showstoppers Highest Point winner for Tap.Awards in Tap and Jazz, including Showstoppers Highest Point winner for Tap.

She believes that teaching is one of the most important things she can do with her life She believes that teaching is one of the most important things she can do with her life because she can participate in the physical, mental and spiritual growth of students. because she can participate in the physical, mental and spiritual growth of students.

Her favorite quote is: “Forget your troubles and dance,/Forget your sorrows and Her favorite quote is: “Forget your troubles and dance,/Forget your sorrows and dance,/Forget your sickness and dance,/Forget your weakness and dance/Cost of dance,/Forget your sickness and dance,/Forget your weakness and dance/Cost of livin’ gets so high/ Rich and poor they start to cry/Now the weak must get strong/livin’ gets so high/ Rich and poor they start to cry/Now the weak must get strong/They say oh, what a tribulation/…” (Bob Marley “Them Belly Full (But they Hungry).They say oh, what a tribulation/…” (Bob Marley “Them Belly Full (But they Hungry).

She lives on campus and works as a Residential dorm advisor in addition to She lives on campus and works as a Residential dorm advisor in addition to teaching modern dance. teaching modern dance.

She hopes her dance students learn the importance of non-verbal communication, She hopes her dance students learn the importance of non-verbal communication, emotion, focus, inspiration, and perseverance.emotion, focus, inspiration, and perseverance.

KENDR A ANDERSON

OPEN HOUSE for Prospective Students and Families

Wednesday, Dec. 3rd, 2008 at 7 p.m.Wednesday, Dec. 3rd, 2008 at 7 p.m.Saturday, Dec. 6th, 2008 at 10 a.m.Saturday, Dec. 6th, 2008 at 10 a.m.

For information and to R.S.V.P. contact Admissions at 650. 851. 8223For information and to R.S.V.P. contact Admissions at 650. 851. 8223

Woodside Prior y SchoolAdmissions Of ficeAdmissions Of fice302 Portola Road, Por tola Valley, CA 94028302 Portola Road, Por tola Valley, CA 94028650/851-8223650/851-8223 ■ www.PrioryCa.orgwww.PrioryCa.org

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2008 Holiday Boutique2008 Holiday BoutiqueBenefiting Peninsula Volunteers, Inc.

2008 Holiday BoutiqueSaturday and Sunday November 1st & 2nd 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m

Little House - Rosyln G. Morris Activity Center 800 Middle Avenue • Menlo ParkPlease Call 650-326-2025 for more information

The Children’s Health Coun-cil Auxiliary will present “An Afternoon of Jazz,” featuring jazz vocal stylist Cookie Wong, from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 9, at the Children’s Health Coun-cil, 650 Clark Way in Palo Alto. Ms. Wong, who co-founded the San Francisco night club, Jazz at Pearl’s, will be accompa-nied by her husband, drummer Jim Chanteloup, and the Chan-teloup Quintet. Cost of the “Afternoon of Jazz,” including food and wine, is $30

per person, with reservations required by Nov. 1. For more information, call 326-4437.

Holiday boutique Little House will hold a holi-day boutique from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 1 and 2. Handcrafted items for sale will include holiday decorations, adult and children’s clothing, glassware, jewelry, and

toys. Lunch will be available for purchase in the dining room. For information, call 326-2025.

Child car seats The Menlo Park Police will sponsor a child car seat inspec-tion from 8 a.m. to noon Friday, Nov. 7, at Flood Park, 215 Bay Road, in Menlo Park. Car seats will be inspected by a certified technician. To make an appoint-ment, call 330-6397.

Autumn affair Kings Mountain Elementary School will hold its annual benefit dinner and auction on Saturday, Nov. 15, at Henrik Ibsen Park, 13800 Skyline Blvd., Woodside, at 5:30 p.m. The eve-ning will include beer, wine, a full bar, dinner, live music, silent and live auctions, and a chance to win a Ford Fusion. Cost is $50 per person with all beverages free between 5:30 and 6 p.m. Reservations are required. Call 851-4843.

Harvest tea Yerba Buena Nursery in Woodside will hold a harvest tea at noon Saturday, Nov. 8, in its century-old farmhouse. The traditional tea will include sandwiches, scones, pastry and hot tea. Guests 12 and over are welcome. Cost is $25 per person. It’s not too early to make reservations for the nursery’s Christmas tea lunches to be held at noon Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5, 6 and 7 and 12, 13 and 14 in the farmhouse. Cost of the lunch is $45 and includes appetizer, entree and dessert. Reservations are needed for the harvest tea and the Christmas tea lunches. Call 851-1668. Yerba Buena Nursery is located at 19500 Skyline Blvd. in Woodside.

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PRIZE PUPILThe solid black spot at the center of the eye,

known as the pupil, provides a window into the dark interior of the eye. The size of the pupil is automatically adjusted by nerve signals sent to the muscles of the iris to allow just the right amount of light to enter the eye for seeing. The eye’s focusing mechanism also controls the pupil’s size much in the same way that a photographer will close the camera’s aperture to achieve sharper focus. Size reduction in the

pupil sharpens near vision, which helps to account for the fact that farsighted people will often squint when doing near work. Corrective lenses can help to remedy this problem.

Do you have trouble reading the newspaper or restaurant menu? If yes, corrective lenses can help improve your vision. Bring your eye-wear prescription to MENLO OPTICAL at 1166 University Drive, on the corner of Oak Grove Avenue and University Drive. We carry a wide selection of quality frames in the latest shapes, sizes, and colors. We fill prescriptions with lightweight, scratch-resistant lenses. Call us at 322-3900.

P.S. Pupil size can change from 2 millime-ters to 8 millimeters, which can have the effect of changing the amount of light that enters the eye by 30 times.

Mark Schmidt is an American Board of Opticianry and National Contact Lens Examiners Certified Optician licensed by the Medical Board of California. He can be easily reached at Menlo Optical, 1166 University Drive, Menlo Park. 650-322-3900.

TOWN OF WOODSIDE2955 WOODSIDE ROADWOODSIDE, CA 94062

PLANNING COMMISSIONNovember 5, 2008

7:30 PM

PUBLIC HEARINGS:2. Jim MacDonald SDES#2008-006

238 Kings Mountain Road Review of a proposed Site Development application to construct a new two-story main residence, pool house and detached garage. The existing main residence, garage and sheds would be removed. The property is located in an RR zoning district. The total proposed fl oor area on site would be 6,929 square feet. Proposed materials for the main residence include; a stucco exterior painted light beige, stone veneer details, wood shutters and window trim painted light olive, a slate roof, and bronze chimney caps. Proposed materials for the garage and pool house will match those proposed on the main residence. The project was previously approved by the Architectural Site Review Board at their meeting of October 6, 2008. Planning Commission approval is required became the project would be visible from Kings Mountain Road.

3. Kate & Remo Canessa APPEAL#2008-002

292 Eleanor Drive

Appeal of the Planning Director's decision to follow the Architectural and Site Review Board's recommendation to approve a proposed project. The project entails the construc-tion of a 1,481 square foot guest house and pool cabana, an 864 square foot detached garage, a tennis court, and a swim-ming pool. A new driveway entrance is proposed to enter the property from Lakeview Drive while the current driveway is entered from Eleanor Drive. The appellant specifi cally objects to the proposed new driveway location.

4. Michael Dearing XSB#2008-003 3660 Tripp Road

Per Woodside Municipal Code 153.062 review of a request for a Setback Exception for construction of a two story addition to an existing residence that is proposed to be within 30.75 feet of a side property line where a 50-foot side setback is required. The property is zoned Special Conserva-tion Planning 7.5 (SCP 7.5).

All application materials are available for public review at the Woodside Planning and Building Counter, Woodside Town Hall, weekdays from 8:00 - 10:00 AM and 1:00 - 3:00 PM, or by appointment. For more information, contact the Woodside Planning and Building Department at (650) 851-6790.

Published in The ALMANAC on October 29, 2008.

Author

Edward P. Joneswill be reading from his work

Monday, Nov. 3 at 8:00 p.m.in Kresge Auditoriumon the Stanford Campus

Free and open to the public

Part of the Jean and Bill Lane Lecture SeriesSponsored by the Stanford Creative Writing ProgramFor more information, call (650) 723-0011 or visit

http://creativewriting.stanford.edu

Prehistoric packrats The archives of climate change appear in the oddest places — like packrat piles dating back millennia. This is the subject of a free public lecture at the U.S. Geological Survey at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, in Building 3 of the campus at 345 Middle-field Road. Research ecologist Kenneth Cole will tell how piles of veg-etation hoarded by prehistoric packrats provide clues to previous periods of rapid climate warming. Three sudden warming periods over the last 20,000 years caused the vegetation to migrate and change, giving clues to help inter-pret what is going on now. For information, call 329-5000.

Health Council hosts ‘An Afternoon of Jazz’ ■ AROUND TOWN

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Just steps away for Bowden Park, and Cal Train, and a short bike ride or drive to Downtown Palo Alto, the University, or Stanford Shopping Center. This is Old Palo Alto at its finest.

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Offered at $1,595,000www.827Partridge.com

Built just 9 years ago and located in the desirable Allied Arts neighborhood, this exceptional home presents a warm and inviting ambiance. The elegant formal rooms boast fi ne architectural details

including lofty ceilings, a two-sided fi replace, and a convenient pantry bar. Offering sophistication and modern luxury, the lovely 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence promises to be a wonderful place to call home.

• Striking architectural details throughout including hardwood fl ooring, designer carpet, and the abundant use of natural stone

• Added amenities include custom Hunter-Douglas window treatments throughout, and two Marantz 42-inch plasma televisions

• Elegant living room with a tall vaulted ceiling and double-sided fi replace

• Dramatic formal dining room with a granite pantry bar

• Granite-fi nished gourmet kitchen with top-quality appliances and a sunny casual dining space

• Bright and spacious family room with a fi replace and designer light fi xtures

• Private upper-level master bedroom suite with a walk-in closet and built-in audio system

• Convenient inside laundry area equipped with Bosch washer and dryer

• Added amenities include a security alarm system and central vacuum

• Detached one-car garage with epoxy fl ooring

• Lovely al fresco entertainment patio • Approximately 1,660 square feet of

living space on an estimated 5,000 square-foot lot

• Top-rated Menlo Park schools• Excellent location close to downtown

Menlo Park and Stanford

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650.208.4510 cell650.941.1411 faxystout@apr.com

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Tranquil grounds contain a two-car detached garage, and extensive landscaping including mature trees, meandering lawns, planted mounds, raised beds, a redwood trellis and decking, and a therapy spa, all surrounded by secure redwood fencing that make this home perfect for families or professionals.

Just steps away for Bowden Park, and Cal Train, and a short bike ride or drive to Downtown Palo Alto, the University, or Stanford Shopping Center. This is Old Palo Alto at its finest.

Offered at $1,895,000.4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,930 square feet living, 5,227 square foot lot

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LOS ALTOSA GEM IN NORTH LOS ALTOS! $4,400,0005 BR 4 BA The Spanish Colonial style of this new hm is reminiscent of Old PA. The quality is unsurpassed & the flexible flr plan spans 3 stories w/an elevator.Carol MacCorkle 650.324.4456NORTH LA CONTEMPORARY $2,788,0004 BR 4.5 BA Sep ofc/library. Lovely sep DR w/bay window, kit, FR, breakfast nook opens to patio/rear fenced yd. Skylites. High ceils. Cat-5 wired.Lizbeth Carson 650.324.4456

MENLO PARKSTUNNING NEW CONSTRUCTION $4,995,0006 BR 5.5 BA Elegant Living Room, formal Dining Room, with built-in window seat, gourmet kitchen with soap stone countertops & top of the line appliances.Keri Nicholas 650.323.7751TRADITIONAL W.MENLO $4,950,0006 BR 5 full BA + 2 half 3 level home just 3 yrs new. Features include formal LR, DR, FR adjacent to kitchen. Elegant touches throughout.Jim McCahon 650.851.2666PRIME WEST MENLO! $4,150,0006 BR 4 BA Final plans submitted to building dept. for 6BR/6BA, 5400sf Craftsman on 10,690sf lot. Designed by renowned architect Steve Pogue.Mandana Nejad 650.325.6161PRIME MENLO PARK HOME $3,250,0006 BR 4 BA Totally Remodeled Two Story Home With Partial Basement. Two Master Bedroom Suites Main Level bedroom on Private lot, Convenient to Town & Mp Schools.Tom LeMieux 650.323.7751ATTN TO QUALITY & DETAIL! $2,999,0005 BR 4.5 BA Three levels. Soaring coffered ceilings, library, chef's kitchen adjoins family room, sauna, game and media rooms. Walk to desirable Encinal school!John & Janet Dore 650.324.4456EXCEPTIONAL ALLIED ARTS! $2,450,0004 BR 3.5 BA Beautiful Allied Arts charmer w/in walking distance to downtown. Priv yard w/upgrades to numerous to mention. Ready for the most discriminating buyerJenny Lamb 650.323.7751VINTAGE OAKS HOME $2,395,0004 BR 3 BA Sparkling single story vintage oaks home, huge FR/Kitchen with granite, freshly painted & hardwood floors just refinished.Elaine White 650.324.4456GORGEOUS NEW CRAFTSMAN $2,349,0004 BR 4 BA Gorgeous New Craftsman Home W/Authentic Details. Custom Kitchen Opens To Great Room W/FP, Formal Dining, Wood Floors, Sun Drenched Las Lomitas SchoolsHossein Jalali 650.323.7751

MENLO PARKEUROPEAN ALLIED ARTS HOME $2,175,0003 BR 3 BA Enchanting lush gardens welcome you to a classic European styled home w/hardwood floors, crown moldings & wainscoting. Enjoy wine from the cellar!Lizbeth Carson 650.324.4456DESIRABLE SHARON HEIGHTS $1,980,0003 BR 3.5 BA Enjoy everyday living in this lovely Sharon Heights home! Living areas and BR areas all enjoy spacious room sizes! Also included is a downstairs studyMaya & Jason Sewald 650.323.7751GREAT INCOME PROPERTY $1,849,000Walk to downtown Menlo Park! Updated units, bright and sunny. Front unit has fireplace. 3 Two Bedroom units/1 One Bedroom unit, plus one studio.Erika Demma 650.851.2666NEW CONSTRUCTION $1,595,0005 BR 5 BA Gorgeous New Construction on one level! Private quiet location, easy access to downtown Palo Alto and Hwy 101! Tory Fratt 650.324.4456BEST OF UNIVERSITY HTS! $1,495,0003 BR 3 BA This wonderful University Hts. home is a winner! Loft-style living in the two story high living room with french doors & three bedroom suites.Maya & Jason Sewald 650.323.7751CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION $1,549,0003 BR 2 BA Lovely updated home with large master suite; LR/DR combo w/marble FP, family room, hdwd floors and lush serene setting. Award winning MP Schools.Elaine White 650.324.4456STUNNING NEW CONSTRUCTION $1,449,0004 BR 3 BA Elegant L/R w/fireplace, gourmet kit w/granite coun-tertops, breakfast bar, exquisite master ste w/private bath. Lovely landscaped backyard. MP SchlsKeri Nicholas 650.323.7751CITY STYLE LOCATION $1,375,0002 BR 2 BA Leave your car at home-walk or bike everywhere! Plus train to SF. Well maintainted w/long term owner. Lg 10,043 sf lot-could add on or build 2 stry. Judith Beisler 650.851.2666REMODELED DUPLEX $1,295,000Great Location! Current configuration 3/2 and 1/1. Covered park-ing and additional storage.Lyn Jason Cobb 650.324.4456YOUR CORNER OF THE WORLD $1,175,0003 BR 2.5 BA Extra large lr & sep dr all new kit w/granite cntrs. Stain steel app extra deep sink, extra lg dbl oven. Lots of lite. Dramatic entry. Looks like SFR.Deanna Tarr 650.324.4456FLOOD PARK AREA $1,095,0003 BR 2 BA Updated & Expanded Home w/ Large FR, Updated Kitchen, DR, Recessed lighting, HRWD flrs, A/C, Bonus cottage in BackyardJan Aarts & Jennifer Aarts Keenan 650.325.6161CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN MP $998,0003 BR 1 BA Great opportunity to build, walking distance to Dwtn MP. Approx. 9100 sf, R-3 level lot. Plans available. Tentative map in process.Herschel Cobb 650.324.4456PINE COURT $875,000-$975,0002 BR 1.5 BA Newly converted Condos in Central Menlo Park. 2 story unit w/1 car garage & fenced yard.Scott Dancer 650.851.2666BEST VALUE IN MENLO PARK! $964,9505 BR 2 BA New price with $15K credit towards buyers closing costs! Lovingly and beautifully maintained by 51 year owner! Award winning MP schools.Steve Bellumori 650.324.4456CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN PA $949,0003 BR 1 BA Unique take on a classic design in the highly desirable Willows neighborhood. Open flrpln w/updtd kit, hdwd flrs, vltd clngs & lg frnt deck. MP schls.Barbara Ellis & Mark Ankenman 650.324.4456REMODELED & EXPANDED! $750,0004 BR 2 BA Beautifully remodeled and expanded on a great land-scaped lot with seperate dining room, master suite with doors to the yard and fantastic kitchen!Hossein Jalali 650.323.7751MENLO PARK FIXER $625,0003 BR 3 BA Great opportunity to remodel Menlo Home. Willows location. 5000 sq ft lot 1000 sq ft house. Excellent Menlo Schools.Alan & Nicki Loveless 650.325.6161

MOUNTAIN VIEWSPACIOUS HOME $899,0003 BR 2.5 BA plus office area, great room, high ceilings, bamboo floors, and lush backyard.Elaine White 650.324.4456

TERRIFIC TOWNHOUSE $599,0002 BR 2.5 BA Sparkling townhouse with backyard, big rooms, living room with fireplace, separate dining room, great location in complex.Elaine White 650.324.4456

PALO ALTONEW CONSTRUCTION $4,995,0005 BR 4 BA Approx 4,700 SF of living space spread over 3 levels. Approx 8,079 SF lot in Leland Manor neighborhood. Top quality materials used throughout the hm.Hanna Shacham 650.324.4456

MEDITERRANEAN NEW HOME $2,950,0005 BR 5.5 BA Beautiful new construction in Professorville. Fantastic finishes, w/sep. entrance for guest quarters. Huge patio perfect for outdoor entertaining.Hanna Shacham 650.324.4456

UNEXPECTED ELEGANCE $2,795,0004 BR 3.5 BA Handsome 1-level home combines excellent new construction, remodeling & “green” considerations w/ the charm of yesteryear. Near Stanford, downtown.Sarah Elder 650.324.4456

PA 3200+HM ON 9500+LOT $2,245,0005 BR 3.5 BA 3200+sq ft, 5 bedroom 8 year old home on 9500+sq ft lot! Large by Palo Alto standards! Walk to Gunn High. Quiet neighborhood-destination traffic only.Siobhan O'Sullivan 650.324.4456

BEAUTIFUL DOWNTOWN PA HM $2,195,0003 BR 3.5 BA Nearly New Home with huge gourmet kitchen, fan-tastic finishes, spacious LR w/FP, large master suite, soaring ceilings, & studio w/full kitchen & bath.Hanna Shacham 650.324.4456

GREAT PALO ALTO HOME $2,049,0004 BR 4.5 BA New 2 story including a grand master. Beautiful cook's kitchen, family room, 2 Fireplaces, wood flrs, hi ceilings, gorgeous amentities. PA Schools.Hossein Jalali 650.323.7751

OLD PALO ALTO CHARMER! $1,900,0003 BR 1.5 BA On corner lot with over 10,000 sq ft - build or remodel. Call Barry Willbanks for details.Barry Willbanks 650.324.4456

STATELY PRIME MIDTOWN HM $1,749,0004 BR 3 BA Spacious Spanish Classic On Ideal Cul-De-Sac. 4BR/3BA Plus Family Room. Formal Dining, Eat-In Kitchen With Cooking Island. Hardwood Floors. 1st Fl BedKen Morgan & Arlene Gault 650.323.7751

HEART FELT MEMORIES AWAIT $1,598,0003 BR 2 BA Why spend $ when you can vacation in your own bkyd? Custom crafted 4 function & style. Flex flr plan sep DR & FR. Lush landscape & Pool skylites!Lizbeth Carson 650.324.4456

GREAT LOCATION & VALUE! $1,445,0004 BR 2 BA Spacious hm on cul-de-sac backing to park. Eat-in kit, fam/bonus rm, wood fp, 2 car gar & dbl-pane windows. Ref. oak flrs & fresh paint.Move right in!Susan Tilling 650.324.4456

CHARMING SOUTHGATE HOME $1,299,0002 BR 2 BA Tucked Behind Private Hedge. Light Bright Home Includes Den/Office And Bonus Room. Warm Wood Finishes. Close To Schools & Downtown. Charming!Deirdre Sauvage 650.323.7751

COMMUNITY CENTER CLASSIC $1,295,0002 BR 1 BA Price slash! Charming updated & expanded 1920's Craftsman style hm + addt'l 2BD/1BA cottage-each w/its own garage. 8400 sf lot located in Comm Center.Don Diltz 650.324.4456

SHARP DOWNTOWN CONDO! $799,8002 BR 2 BA Handsome, updated downtown condo. Remodeled kitch-en w/breakfast area, LR with FP & built-ins. Convenient location!Carol MacCorkle & Tory Fratt 650.324.4456

PORTOLA VALLEYFABULOUS NEW CONSTRUCTION $7,950,0005 BR 4 BA Stunning new contemporary home offers magnificent mountain and valley views. To be completed by Fall 2008.Hanna Shacham 650.324.4456PANORAMIC VIEWS $6,650,0004 BR 3 BA In the heart of PV, approx 9.4 acres. Amazing setting w/Bay, Windy Hill & Southern hill views with 4 bed, 3 bath home, Palo Alto schools.Celeste Henzel 650.851.1961STUNNING VIEWS! $4,400,000Unique Parcel, Prime 4½ + acres w/unobstructed views of Windy Hill, awaits world class estate. Water, sewer & utilities on site.Ginny & Joe Kavanaugh 650.851.1961PRIVATE COUNTRY SETTING $4,390,0006 BR 5 BA + 2 half baths. Unique contemporary lodge on approx. 1.4 acres. Chef's kitchen, great room w/dramatic ceiling, skylights & fp. Pool, hot tub & stable.Jim McCahon 650.851.2666BEAUTIFULLY REMODELED $3,949,0004 BR 3 BA Spectacular Westridge property on over 3 ac with views of the southern hills. 1-story home w/grmt kit, lg mstr ste, sep FR. Prof. landscaped garden.Hugh Cornish 650.324.4456RESORT-LIKE SETTING! $3,195,0003 BR 3 BA Special one-of-a-kind property w/remodeled contem-porary on almost 5 acs w/large flat areas, sunny pool & gardens. Adjacent to trails.Celeste Henzel 650.851.1961NEW LISTING $2,995,0003 BR 3 BA Spacious main house w/stunning views, plus separate 2BR/2BA residence offer great flexibility for living, working & entertaining on apprx. 2 3/4 ac.Ginny & Joe Kavanaugh 650.851.1961MAGNIFICENT VIEWS!!!! $2,095,0004 BR 2 full BA + 2 half This gracious home blends classic Mediterranean design with stunning views & scenic privacy on approx. 1-acre with sparkling pool, spa and more.Ginny & Joe Kavanaugh 650.851.1961GENTLY SLOPING LOT $699,000Beautiful lot w/filtered views of the hills. Enjoy country living within 15 mins. Commute to Hwy 280 & Ladera shopping center. PV schls. Aprx .25 ac.Kathie Christie & John Matlock 650.851.1961

REDWOOD CITYSTUNNING NEW CONSTRUCTION $2,395,0004 BR 4.5 BA Stunning new home with beautiful details & design elements. Chef's kitchen, great room, big master, luxurious bath & more. Gorgeous, must see!Hossein Jalal i 650.323.7751MT CARMEL 14,000+ SF LOT $1,060,0003 BR 1.5 BA Lg lot. House is in original condition but has lots of potential, family room, lg. inviting porch, sunny living room & dining room w/ walls of windowsOwen Halliday 650.325.6161DESIRABLE WOODSIDE PLAZA $785,0003 BR 2 BA 3 bed, 2 bath in prime Woodside Plaza w/ lots of room for expansion. Large 8100 sf lot. New roof & fencing, fresh paint. Spacious LR/DR w/ fireplace.Leannah Hunt & Laurel Robinson 650.325.6161GORGEOUS TOWNHOME! $698,0003 BR 2.5 BA Spacious, exquisitely updated. Gorgeous kitchen w/ granite, stainless appliances. Grand master suite. LR/DR open to patio. Inside laundry. 2-car gar.Dan Ziony 650.325.6161

SAN MATEOTOP FLOOR DELIGHT $450,0002 BR 1 BA Beautifully upgraded top floor condo in The Gardens. This home features black granite kitchen counters & stainless appliances. Washer/dryerJanie & John Barman 650.325.6161REMODELED TOP FLOOR CONDO $425,0001 BR 1 BA Remod. unit-Immaculate cond. Newer kit w/ granite counters. Spacioius rooms. Walk-in closet. F/P in Liv rm. Complex has 2 pools/ sauna.Leannah Hunt & Laurel Robinson 650.325.6161

SUNNYVALELIGHT/BRIGHT SUNNYVALE HM $799,0004 BR 2.5 BA Light & Bright Home In Desirable Sunnyvale Neighborhood. Hdwd Floors, New Kit Counters, Updated Baths, Beautiful Yards. Walk To Ponderosa Shl & park.Kathy Nicosia/Colleen Cooley 650.323.7751

WOODSIDEEXTRAORDINARY ESTATE $12,995,0005 BR 6 BA In prime location set on 4.5 flat sun filled acres. Including guest/pool house, 6 fireplaces, 4 car garage, pool and sauna. Spectacularly updated.Jayne M. Williams 650.851.2666LANDMARK ESTATE $11,900,0007 BR 8 BA This estate is located in the center of Woodside on approx. 4.9 level acres of park-like grounds. Plus 2-story 3bd/2ba gsthse, lg barn, and tennis ct.Tom Dallas & Steven Lessard 650.851.2666A RARE OFFERING $8,995,0004 BR 3 BA 6.3 level, sunny acres in Woodside. Heritage oaks, spa-cious lawns, filtered views of Western Hills with two homes, barns, pools and tennis courts.Ed Kahl 650.851.2666COLONIAL ESTATE $8,500,0005 BR 5 BA Secluded on 6 ac beyond a gated entrance, the home, pool & tennis ct are positioned beneath sun swept skies. Separate & fully equipped gsthse w/2BD.Lehua Greenman & Erika Demma 650.851.2666PRIVATE WOODSIDE RETREAT $6,795,0004 BR 3.5 BA + 2bd/2ba guest house. Quiet & private retreat recently remodeled on approx. 4 acres in premier Woodside location.Jim McCahon 650.851.26663 ACRE SITE $4,495,0003 BR 2 BA Amazing value on Woodside's finest country lane. Older home, pool, and pool house. Build new or renovate. Woodside Schools, and close to town center.Scott Dancer 650.851.2666READY TO BUILD $4,495,000Flat parcel of approx. 2 ac with excellent sun exposure. Existing stable with stall for 4 horses. Walk to school & town! Best loca-tion in Woodside.Erika Demma 650.851.2666FANTASTIC HORSE PROPERTY $4,000,0004 BR 4 BA House completed in 2000, 3 barns w/7 stalls total & horse arena. Indoor & outdoor pool. Sweeping bay vws. Miles of O.S., horse, bike & hiking trails.Kathy Banks 650.851.2666AMAZING WOODSIDE LOCATION $3,215,0004 BR 2.5 BA Desirable Woodside location, 3+ acres, and amazing views of western hills. Lovely updated ranch style home with gourmet kitchen & excellent schools.Karen Gunn 650.324.4456CENTRAL WOODSIDE $1,750,0003 BR 2 BA Lovely Home w/flowing flr plan, gourmet kit. w/granite countertops,fpl,hdwd flrs,crown moldings,pool, garden,mature trees on 1+ acres.Excellent schls.Enayat Boroumand 650.851.1961GREAT HOUSE 2 RENTALS& VU $1,745,0003 BR 2.5 BA 1.9 Acres tree studded property w/2 story home, remodeled kitchen, large deck, spa & ocean & canyon view & 2 separate rentals 1BR/1BA & studio.Valerie Trenter 650.323.7751AFFORDABLE CENTRAL WDS! $1,695,0003 BR 2 BA Cozy Craftsman-inspired ranch home on a level .3 acre lot. Luxury materials such as true divided-light double pane Marvin windows. Walk to WDS Elem.Doug Willbanks 650.324.4456BANK OWNED! $1,400,0006 BR 4 BA Exclusive 18 Room Woodside Estate situated on 1.5 ac! Victorian home 4bd/2.5ba w/wrap around deck. Guest quarters is 2bd w/rec rm & wrap around deck.Athena Chilicas 650.851.2666CHARMING GLENS BUNGALOW $1,249,0004 BR 3 BA Very special rebuilt 30's bungalow. Cathedral ceiling LR w/stone FP, inviting deck, split flrpln w/private master & 4th BR/office. Garden w/potential.Carol MacCorkle 650.324.4456

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140 Lost & FoundFound World’s Fair tokenLost chocolate labLost Cockatiel - $100 rewardlost keys Eleanor Pardee Park

MISSING Brown Spotty Cat, Reward Young neutered male Bengal. Looks like mini leopard! Skinny. Generous Reward. 650-529-0659.

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150 Volunteers Support Tropical Reforestation!Challenge Yourself! Be a Mentor!Farmers’ Market Board MembersLibrary Volunteers NeededNASA cats need fosterersRead to ChildrenStanford Flu Study for Toddlers

152 Research Study VolunteersAre you experiencing depression?

155 PetsEnglish Bulldog Puppies We Multi-championship bloodlines Akc reg. Bulldog puppies. they will come with vet health Certificate, up to date on all shots and wormings . Our babies are rasied in our home with our children who hold and spoil them all the time . We strive for health,temperment and the standard of the breed. these little guys have big heads, big boned , and lots of wrinkles. we are taking deposits now Outstanding pedigree !! We can deliver or meet half way depending on location. The sire to the pups have over 30 some Chapmions in his pedigree. Horses Retire on flat, irrigated pastures, 24/7 care and feed. $700 mo. 650/851-1796

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203 BicyclesKona Hahanna Chromalloy Shimano - $190

210 Garage/Estate SalesSan Carlos: 940 Commercial St. Suite G, Every Saturday, 10-4 Estate Sale Warehouse. Every Saturday 10-4. 4000sq ft of quality furniture, decorative art, lighting and carpet, 18th century to modern, value pricing, convenient access and park-ing. (650)315-4516

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215 Collectibles & AntiquesBooks for Sale - $6.69Collectibles - Best OfferDiecast Scale Models

220 Computers/ElectronicsA NEW COMPUTER NOW! Brand Name Bad or NO Credit - No Problem Smallest weekly payments avail. Call NOW - Call 1-800-816-2232 (AAN CAN)

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230 FreebiesFurniture - FREEOrchard Ladder - FREE

235 Wanted to BuyAntique dolls

240 Furnishings/Household itemsBosch Dishwasher For Sale - $400Computer Desk & File - $100.00Computer dest - $20Ergonomic Contour Bed Wedge - $45Freezer Upright Freezer, $50.00 (650)851-2616Household items-Moving - $1 to 100Ikea Sofa - $30Lasco 20 inch box fan - $12.00Leather Office Chair - $350LongabergerMedicine Cabinet - $20 oboSILVER-PLATED GRAVY BOAT - $18.00Stackable Metal Chairs - $20Techline desk - $380.00Thermador 36” Range For Sale - $2500U-Line Wine Fridge For Sale - $400Used Tropitone Outdoor Furniture - $300.00Wall Unit - $175

245 MiscellaneousBooks Order for Christmas. New Book. Montana Willbillys “the DRY YEARS”, “the GREAT DEPRESSION”. Stories of our Young Lives and Christmas on the 1930’s Montana Prairie and the Promised-Land of the West. WA/CA Cks-OK. $17.95 to Centerra 12819 SE 38th Bellevue, WA 98006. www.Willbillys-Dry-Years.com (Cal-SCAN)Sawmills From Only $2,990 Convert your Logs To Valuable Lumber with your own Norwood portable band sawmill. Log skidders also available. www.NorwoodSawMil ls.com/300N -FREE Information: 1-800-578-1363 - x300-N. (Cal-SCAN)

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SAT II & AP Study Guides - $5.00 each

Steel Buildings Factory Deals Can Erect. www.scg-grp.com #17E (650)353-3081

Tools - $40.-$50.Used Pella Bay Window For SaleWestern Straw Hats (Stetson) - $40/each

250 Musical InstrumentsAcoustic Guitar - $85.00

260 Sports & Exercise EquipmentBicycle Trainer - $100Golf Clubs — matched set - $40Health Rider for sale - $150Kids’ adidas soccer shoes - $12Kite surfing gear, Air rush 7.4 - $300Skin Diving Gear-Like New - $8 to $27soccer shoes 8/8 1/2 - $varies

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350 Preschools/Schools/CampsGrowing Tree Preschool Exploration and learning. Ages 2-6. Small ratio 7:30am-6:00pm (650)857-0655. Oak Tree Preschool Kindergarten readiness. Creative pro-gram: arts, music, language develop-ment. F/T. 650/967-7089

355 Items for SaleCollege Prep CD PackFamily Concert - Ticketskids’ adidas soccer shoes, 4 1/2 - $12Student Reference Handbooks K-6

417 GroupsA Course in Miracles - ACIM Villa Rica, Woodside,each Friday 7:00-9:00 PM, Ongoing, free, 650 747 1500 Divorce Recovery Group

430 HypnotherapyFree hypnosis

445 Music Classespiano lessons

Jobs500 Help WantedCafe Borrone Cafe Borrone is bustling and we are seeking friendly, enthusiastic, hardwork-ing individuals with great personalities to enrich the experience of staff and customers. Flexible full and part time positions available. Weekends are man-datory. No experience needed-just a love for people, food and hard work. Please apply in person.Journalists - Freelance The Palo Alto Weekly, an independent, awarding-winning community newspa-per, needs skilled freelance journalists. Investigative backgound a plus. For a complete job description, please go to Fogster.com

P/T Retail Sales at Town & Country Village Bedding & Down Specialty store is seeking a friendly outgoing per-son for Sunday & Monday. No eve, basic computer skills. Retail & C/S a plus, will train. We offer competitive compensation & company discount. (415)472-2154 or email resume to warmthings@msn.com

PROJECT MANAGERRestaurant Empire Grill and Tap Room, 651 Emerson St.., PA. 650/321-3030. Hiring host/ess, server, bartender.

550 Business OpportunitiesA #1 All Cash Business Red Bull* Coke* Pepsi* Frito Lay. Factory Direct. $10,995 Invest. 1-866-490-0999. (Cal-SCAN)Absolutely Recession Proof! Do You Earn $800 in a Day? Your Own Local Vending Route Includes 30 Machines and Candy for $9,995. MultiVend LLC, 1-888-625-2405. (Cal-SCANMEDIA MAKE-UP ARTISTS earn up to $500/day for television, CD/videos, film, fashion. One week course in Los Angeles while building portfolio. Brochure 310-364-0665 http://www.AwardMakeupSchool.com (AAN CAN) ?? Got Cash ?? Generate $1000 to $5000 Weekly No Selling, No Boss, Not MLM www.youcanhavecashmail.comHOME BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY Motivated people needed for billion $ company. Immediate income. Training provided. Wellness industry. www.bet-terfuture123.com

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BusinessServices

601 Accounting/BookkeepingAccounting & Bookkeeping ServiceAffordable prices 408-596-1787 www.reliableaccountingsvcs.com

Job Offer An established and expanding International company is seeking an Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable specialists for an immediate start. The ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and be extremely detail oriented.Forward your resume

604 Adult Care OfferedCanyon House Canyon House Alzheimer Care Since 1987 Call us for more info or visit www.canyonhouse.com (650)322-2022

Caregiver Live in/out 15 years experience. Work with Alzheimer’s, stroke, diabetic. excel-lent References. (650)224-1072 or (650)494-1206.

610 TutoringEngl/Writ/Bio/Chem Tutor Grades 8-12. Krocagator@gmail.com.

620 Domestic Help OfferedCaretaker Gardener/Caretaker seeks cottage or apt. in exchange for services. Gardening, animal care, home upkeep, elder care, 25 yrs. exp. (650)851-7468French Nanny Part/Time. Like to care for children. Good references, non/smoker, reliable transportation.(650)424-0737

624 FinancialBusiness Credit Lines $50,000-$250,000 available. Unsecured 50k+ Guaranteed with 720+ FICO, Stated Income, Perfect for Startups, 60Sec Pre-Approval. Business Credit Consultants. www.SeedCapital.com 1-866-988-SEED(7333). (Cal-SCAN)

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645 Office/Home Business ServicesA Best-Kept Secret! Classified Advertising! A 25-word ad costs $550, is placed in 240 community newspapers and reaches over 6 million Californians. Call for more information (916) 288-6010; (916) 288-6019 www.Cal-SCAN.com (Cal-SCAN)Advertise Effectively! Reach over 3 million Californians in 140 community newspapers. Cost $1,550 for a 3.75”x2” display ad. Super value! Call (916) 288-6010; (916) 288-6019. www.Cal-SDAN.com (Cal-SCAN)News Release Looking for a cost efficient way to get out a News Release? The California Press Release Service is the only service with 500 current daily, weekly and college news-paper contacts in California. Questions call (916) 288-6010. www.CaliforniaPressReleaseService.com (Cal-SCAN)

Personal Assistant Available Will help you organize your home or office, run errands/shop, party planning. P/T. 650/619-9095

650 Pet Care/Grooming/Training

All Animals Happy HousePet Sitting Services by Susan

Licensed, insured, refs. 650-323-4000

AUNT EFFIE’S PET SITTING Dog Walking Groups! Insured-Bonded (650)804-4236

HomeServices

703 Architecture/DesignDesign/Permits One Stop Place for Your Remodeling Design needs. Complete Plans include Structural Engineering and Energy Compliance (T-24). ADW 650/969-4980

710 CarpentryCabinetry-Individual Design Precise, 3-D Computer Modeling Mantels, Bookcases, Workplaces Wall Units, Window Seats Ned Hollis 650-856-9475

715 Cleaning Services*YESENIAS PROFESSIONAL CLEANING*2 person team. We do the same service as everyone else - but the difference is: "we love to do it!" Steam spot cleaning avail. Lic. #28276. Call 650/369-7570 www.FlorLauHousecleaning.comAffordable Housecleaning and Handyman Service. Call us for all of your home repair needs. Great refs. 408/329-0317. Serving the entire Bay Area.

Commercial & Residential CleaningReliable Honest * Free estimates References * 20 yrs exp. * Low rates * Sophia, 650/369-3278; 650/346-8558

DINA‘S HOUSE CLEANINGResidential/Commercial,

Daily, Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Occasional, One-Time

We Do Windows, Senior Discount, Excel. Refs, English Speaking

(650) 566-8136 FREE(650) 464-0991 ESTIMATES

Francisca’s Deep Housecleaning Exp., good refs. 650/771-1414House cleaningIrene’s Housecleaning Services Special cleaning requests welcome. No job too big or small. Move in/out. Can work around kids. Great refs. 650/814-6297

Jose’s Janitorial ServiceProfessional House Cleaning, Offices

* Window Washing * Commercial Residential * Husband & Wife References (650)322-0294

Navarro Housecleaning Home and Office. Weekly, bi-weekly. Floors, windows, carpets. Free est., good refs., 15 years exp. 650/853-3058; 650/796-0935

”WE ARE GREEN”We Provide Carpet Cleaning

• Daily, Weekly, Bi-Weekly

• Occasional• On-Time• Pet Friendly

• All Teams Trained, Uniformed

• Senior Discount

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License# 35780Insured & Bonded(650) 207-3141

719 Remodeling/Additions

726 Decor & DraperyDesign Impact Window Coverings-Blinds, Shades, Shutters and Curtains, Drapes and Valances. (408)-568-6947

730 ElectricalAlex Electric Lic #784136. Free Est. All electrical. Alex, (650)366-6924

Stewart ElectricResidential Electric & Lighting

Services. Lic #745186 (408)745-7115 or (408)368-6622

Williams Electric 30 years wiring homes. 650/343-5125. Lic. #545936. Call, relax, it’s done!

737 Fences & GatesA Quality Fence Co.Specializing in Redwood & Chain linkDecks, Retaining Walls, Custom Sheds

FREE EST.

(408) 460-4909Lic #141605No Job too smallSenior discount

Fences - Decks - Retaining Walls Stairs. Reasonable prices. Lic. #786158. Al, 650/269-7113 or 650/853-0824

741 Flooring/CarpetingTown & CountryFlooring Center

• Hardwood• Refi nish

• Carpet • TileGreen Products

Installation AvailableCarl Santo & Steve Paganucci

Owners

(650) 329-8926

745 Furniture Repair/RefinishLeather Furniture Repair

Expert color matching and re-dyeing

We can repair leather, vinyl, fabrics & plastic

Even pet damage and burns!

Fibrenew Silicon Valley408-773-1395

www.fi brenew.com/silicon_valley

FREE ESTIMATES • MOBILE SERVICE

748 Gardening/Landscaping

Beckys LandscapeWeekly, Biweekly & Periodic Maint.

Annual Rose, Fruit Tree Pruning, Yard Clean-ups, Demolition, Excavation,

Irrigation, Sod, Planting, Raised Beds, Ponds, Fountains, Patios, Decks.

650/493-7060

• YARD MAINTENANCE• ESTATE SERVICE• NEW LAWNS

• LANDSCAPE RENOVATION• SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

FREE ESTIMATE (650)367-1420

CYPREXConstruction

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650-270-0966

F&B Landscaping Maintenance

• New Lawns • Fertilization• Irrigation Systems • Install or Repair • Tree Trim or Removalfblandscaping@live.com

(650)215-8601 • Free Est

Gaeta's LandscapeComplete Garden Maintenance

Pavers, flagstone, brick work, BBQs, sprinkler, retaining walls, wood

fences, lights. Refs & Free Estimate!(650) 368-1458

H AND H GARDEN AND LANDSCAPENeed help with your gardening or land-scaping job.monthly maintenance and new landscaping We are here to help. Free estimates. We are licensed and insured.paulino 650-537-0804, paulinovalle@yahoo.com

Japanese GardenerMaintenance * Garden works

Clean ups * Pruning(650)327-6283, evenings

Jesus Garcia Landscaping Maintenance - Sprinklers - New Fences. (650)366-4301 ask for Jesus or Carmen

Landa’s Gardening& Landscaping

• Yard Maint.• Clean Ups• Tree Trimming• Pruning

• New Lawns• Excel Refs• No Job Too Small• Senior Discount

(650) 576-6242 Ramon M. Sanchez General Landscaping and Design Concrete, patios, driveways, flagstone, lacking pavers, new lawns, planting, irrigation, garden lighting, clean-ups. New installation & repairs. Lic.#860920(650)444-7072, 342-1392

Maintenance Clean up, trim, pruning, stump removal/tree service, rototilling, aera-tion, landscaping, drip and sprinkler. Roger, 650/776-8666

Mario’s Gardening Maintenance, clean-ups. Free est. 650/365-6955; 995-3822Orkopina Concrete/Gardening General landscaping, cleanup, trim. New lawns, sprinklers, concrete. 650/962-1516Ray’s Landscaping Lawns, sprinklers, trees, fence/brick work, hardscape, pavers, demolition, hauling. 650/793-3939 or 650/969-4276 (business)Shubha Landscape Design (650) 321-1600 LIC # 852075 www.shubhalandscapedesign.com

Total Landscape Irrigation, Lawn, Concrete, Driveways, Flagstone, Bricks, Pavers, Fences, Decks and Garden Maint. CA Lic #755857. 650/630-3949

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751 General ContractingA B WESTCONSTRUCTION

• Remodels • Repairs• Tile • Carpentry • Decks• Elec/Plumbing • Painting

Call E. Marchettifor Free Estimate

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NOTICE TO READERS California law requires that contrac-tors taking jobs that total $500 or more (labor and/or materials) be licensed by the Contractors State License Board. State law also requires that contractors include their license numbers on all advertising. Check your contractor’s status at www.cslb.ca.gov or 800-321-CSLB (2752). Unlicensed persons taking jobs that total less than $500 must state in their advertisements that they are not licensed by the Contractors State License Board.

757 Handyman/RepairsA European Craftsmanship Kitchen and Bath Remodeling. For All Your Repair Needs. Plumbing, Finish Carpentry and More. Licensed. 650/270-7726

Able Handyman FredComplete home repairs, maintenance, remod., prof. painting, carpentry, plumbing, elect. & custom design cabinets. 7 days. 650.529.1662 • 483.4227

Al Trujillo Handyman Service Int./Ext. painting* Kit./BA Improv., Dry Rot, Flooring Install, Homes/Apt. Repairs, Auto Sprinkler, Landscapes, Fences. 20yrs. 650-207-1306

Kitchens, Bathrooms, Stucco, Dry Rot & Masonry

Lic. #743748

Specializing in Home Repairs

(650) 430-3469

KEANE CONSTRUCTION

Semi-Retired Contractor for small alterations or repair. Will mentor do-it-yourself jobs. References. $35/hour. Mike Collins, 650/704-7477

759 Hauling

AJOHNSTON

Prompt Service

✮ HAULING ✮LARGE TRUCKS

Dump Runs • Trees

LARGE/small JOBS

Free Estimate Insured

650-327-HAUL

cell: 415-999-0594

Commercial & Residential Reasonable & Reliable

• Free Estimates • Furniture • Trash • Appliances • Wood • Yard Waste • Construction • Debris• Rental Clean-Up

7 DAYS A WEEK!

(408) 888-0445No Job Too Big Or Small!

ATLAS HAULING

CLINT’S HAULING SERVICE Misc. junk, office, appliances, garage, storage, etc, clean-ups. Old furni-ture, refrigerators, freezers. FREE ESTIMATES 650/368-8810

Frank’s Hauling Commercial, Residential, Garage, Basement & Yard. Clean-up. Fair prices. 650/361-8773

767 Movers

768 Moving AssistanceArmandos Moving Labor Service Home, Apts, Storage. House cleaning services avail. Sm/lrg moves. Serving the Bay Area for 20 yrs. Armando, 650/630-0424. Lic #22167

771 Painting/WallpaperDon Pohlman’s Painting * Detailed Craftsmanship * Excel. Restorative Prep * Great Local References 650/799-7403 * Lic. 635027

Gary Rossi PAINTING Residential/Commercial. Wall paper removal. Lic. (#559953) and Bonded. Free est. 650/345-4245Italian Painter Interior/Exterior,Residential/Commercial, No job too small. Can work immediately! 25 Years Experience. Excel. Refs. Call Domenico (650)575-9032

STYLE PAINTING Interior/exterior. Quality prep to finish. Owner operated. Reasonable prices. Lic 903303. 650/388-8577

Wallpapering by Trish 24 years of experience Free Estimates 949-1820

775 Asphalt/ConcreteRoe General Engineering Asphalt * Paving * Sealing New Construction and Repairs 30 years exp. No job too small Lic #663703 * 650/814-5572

779 Organizing ServicesEnd the Clutter & Get Organized Residential organizing by Debra Robinson (650)941-5073

ORGANIZING & MORE

( 650 ) 720 -0778Simplify and Enjoy Life More...

• Expert Organizer• Personal Assistant

Home/Offi ce

• Event Planning• Design & Management

Housecleaning Too!

783 PlumbingHe-Man Plumbing Sewer and drain cleaning, our specialty. Lic. #915454. 650/222-7953M.O.D. Plumbing Residential and Commercial. 25 years exp. Lic. #613550. 650/737-8908; 650/291-2636Very Reasonable Plumbing Drains, Repairs, Installations. 20 yrs exp. Fast, efficient service. Jimmy, 650/968-7187

787 Pressure Washing

KIENINGERPressure Washing

• Wood Siding • Stucco • Eaves • Gutters

• Wood Decks • Fences• Outdoor Teak Furniture

• Brick or Concrete• Patios and Walkways

75 Arbor Road, Menlo Park

(650) 720-0846

790 RoofingAl Peterson Roofi ng

Specializing in• • fi

• M• G • M v

since 1946

650-493-9177

795 Tree CareJose’s Tree Service Removal, Stump removal, trimming. Estimates call Ana (650)518-2488

OZZIES TREE SERVICE: Certified arborist, 22 yrs exp. Tree trimming, removals and stump grind-ing. Free chips and wood. Free est. Lic. and insured. 650/ 368-8065; cell 650/704-5588

QUALITY TREE SERVICE

Thinning • Stump GrindingBrush Chipping • Emergency Service

Removals • Trimming

Big or Small Jobs

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RealEstate

801 Apartments/Condos/StudiosLos Altos Hills, 3 BR/2.5 BA - $5800

Mountain View , 2 BR/1 BA 2br/1ba in downtown Mtn. View. New remodel, bamboo floors, low VOC paints, fresh native landscaping. Call Mickey at 650.796.0823.Mountain View, 1 BR/1 BA - 1225Mountain View, 1 BR/1 BA - 1275Mountain View, 1 BR/1 BA - 1299Mountain View, 2 BR/1 BA - $1650/mo.Mountain View, 2 BR/2 BA - $1850Mountain View, Studio - $1250/montMV-PA Vicinity: Studio & 1BR 2 locations. Flex rent. Prof residence. Unique features. Studios $1150-$1350; 1BR $1350-$1550 650/964-1146 or MMHousing@aol.comPA: 1 BR/1BA Bike to Stanford, 1 year lease, no pets. Upstairs, avail. 11/04 $1295/mo 650-493-9576

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805 Homes for RentAtherton, 4 BR/3 BA - 9500Atherton, 4 BR/4+ BA - $9500/montLAH: 5BR/2.5BA 3-car. Pool. remodeled. Views. Refrig. 6 mo lease. No pet. PA schools. $6,000/mogwu@apr.com , or 650-208-3668.

LAH: 5BR/4BA New home, 7K sf. Views, pool, game room, video room, 2 FR. $12,500 mo. 917/428-4600.

Los Altos Hills, 4 BR/3 BA - $6450Los Altos Hills, 4 BR/3 BA - $6950Los Altos Hills, 4 BR/3 BA - $5950Los Altos, 3 BR/2.5 BA - $3700/mo.Menlo Park, 2 BR/1 BA - $1995/moMenlo Park, 3 BR/2 BA - $3,800Menlo Park, 3 BR/2.5 BA - $5200/mo

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Mountain View, 3 BR/1.5 BA - $3500/mo.Mountain View, 3 BR/2.5 BA - $3200MV: 3BR/2BA Completely remod. Near Cuesta Park. Front/rear lawns, 2 car gar., W/D hookup. Avail. Nov. $3595 mo. 650/968-2647Palo Alto 948-2390, 2 BR/1 BA - $3300Palo Alto, 2 BR/1 BA - $3300Palo Alto, 3 BR/2 BA - $2600-moPalo Alto, 4 BR/1.5 BA Updated 4-bedroom home in Old Palo Alto available immediately. Fireplace, laundry, large kitchen, garage, storage place. Gardening and yard care included. Call 650-618-1661 or email: syverain@hotmail.comPalo Alto, 4 BR/3 BA - $7500/montPalo Alto, 5+ BR/3 BA Newer,Big,CuDSac/5668038/$8750Palo Alto, 5+ BR/4+ BA - $ 9,950/MPalo Alto, 5+ BR/4+ BA NEW 9BD/6.5BA/5668038/$11000 Redwood City, 3 BR/2 BA - $2500/moRedwood City, 3 BR/2 BA - $3,800Woodside, 4 BR/3 BA - $4,500/mon

809 Shared Housing/RoomsALL AREAS - ROOMMATES.COM. Browse hundreds of online listings with photos and maps. Find your roommate with a click of the mouse! Visit: http://www.Roommates.com. (AAN CAN)

MV: Furn Room In home small fridge & micro. Male pref. 1 block shoreline west Middlefield Rd. $450/mo call before 9am 650-967-3724Portola Valley, 1 BR/1 BARedwood City, 2 BR/2 BA - $800.00

810 Cottages for RentLAH: 1BR/1BA Upscale location. Charming, immac., pvt. cottage. LR, AEK, gardener, satel-lite, utils incl. N/P/D/S. $1650 mo. + $850 dep., year lease. 650/948-4967; 650/464-3465Los Altos, 1 BR/1 BA - $1175/mont

815 Rentals WantedCottage PleaseEuropean Female ISO a placeFabulous Home in West Menlo ParkRental neededTeacher Seeks Rental/House-sit

820 Home ExchangesFine Home Design/ArchitectureSF: Home Long term home exchange for empty nesters! SF Bay View condo for Palo Alto 2BR/2BA (or larger) May 2009 Start. (415)564-8003

825 Homes/Condos for SaleOver 275 Foreclosed Homes Northern CA selling by auction November 12 -16 valued from $35k to $500k. Get all the details at www.HudsonAndMarshall.com or call 1-800-441-9401. (Cal-SCAN) Los Altos Hills, 4 BR/3.5 BA - $2,595,000Menlo Park (willows), 2 BR/1 BA - $879,000Menlo Park, 5+ BR/3 BA - $1,850,000Menlo Park, 5+ BR/4+ BA - $2,495,000Menlo Park, 5+ BR/4+ BA - $2,695,000Mountain View, 3 BR/2 BA - $155,750Mountain View, 3 BR/3 BA - $764,000Mt. Carmel Neighborhood, 3 BR/1.5 BA - $1,060,000Palo Alto, 4 BR/2.5 BA - $1469900Portola Valley, 4 BR/3.5 BA - $3,100,000Redwood City, 3 BR/2 BA - $788,000Redwood City, 3 BR/2 BA - $1,185,000Redwood City, 3 BR/2 BA - $799,000Redwood City, 3 BR/2 BA - $729000Redwood City, 5+ BR/4+ BA - $2999500Redwood Shores, 5+ BR/4+ BA - $1,285,000Sunnyvale, 2 BR/1 BA - $524900Sunnyvale, 2 BR/1 BA - $ 545000Waverley Park Neighborhood, 5+ BR/3 BA - $1850000Woodside, 3 BR/3 BA - $1,599,000

830 Commercial/Income PropertyPA: Downtown 120-4355 sf offices for lease. Photos, plans, pricing: www.paoffices.com. 650/776-5390

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850 Acreage/Lots/StorageArizona Land Bargain 36 Acres - $24,900. Beautiful moun-tain property in Eastern Arizona. Price reduced in buyers market. Won’t last! Good access and views. Eureka Springs Ranch offered by AZLR. ADWR report and financing available. 1-877-301-5263. (Cal-SCAN)

Colorado Acreage $35,000! With trout fishing stream on property. Very private, gated ranch. Adjoins government lands in mountain canyon. Low down. Low monthly. Owner 1-806-376-8690. (Cal-SCAN)

Colorado Bank Foreclosure 60+ Acres just $39,900! Gorgeous views, year-round roads. Access to 6,000+ acre BLM land. Easy access to I-25. 300 days per year of sunshine. Excellent financing available. 1-866-696-5263 x4760 x4759. (Cal-SCAN)

Colorado Mtn. Ranch Priced to sell! Newly released! 35 acres- $39,900. Majestic lake and Mountain views, adjacent to national forest for camping or hiking, close to conveniences. EZ terms. 1-866-353-4807. (Cal-SCAN)

Montana Land Bargains (A Safe Haven) 20 Acres w/ Road and Utilities- $29,900. 40 Acres w/ New Cabin- $89,900. 160 Acres at $99,900. Financing available. Fully guaranteed. 1-888-361-3006 www.WesternSkiesLand.com (Cal-SCAN)

Nevada: Lakefront Opportunity Nevada’s 3rd Largest Lake. Approx. 2 hrs. South of Carson City. Lake Front - $89,900. Lake View - $29,900. 38,000 acre Walker Lake, very rare home sites on paved road with city water. Magnificent views, very limited supply. New to market. www.NVLR.com Call 1-877-542-6628. (Cal-SCAN)

New Mexico Ranch Dispersal New to market! 140 acres - $89,900. River Access. Northern New Mexico. Cool 6,000’ elevation with stunning views. Great tree cover including Ponderosa, rolling grass-land and rock outcroppings. Abundant wild-life, great hunting. EZ terms. Call NML&R, Inc. 1-866-360-5263. (Cal-SCAN)

New Mexico Sacrifice! 140 acres was $149,900, Now Only $69,900. Amazing 6000 ft. elevation. Incredible mountain views. Mature tree cover. Power and year round roads. Excellent financing. Priced for quick sale. Call NML&R, Inc. 1-888-204-9760. (Cal-SCAN)

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995 Fictitious Name StatementFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229370 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Mengel Construction, 2018 Brewster Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062: James C. mengel, 2018 Brewster Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062; Gregory L. Mengel, 2018 Brewster Ave., Redwood City, CA 94062 This business is being conducted by a General Partnership. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A.. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/29/08. (Almanac October 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229276 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Heartwear, 468 Upland Road, Redwood City, CA 94062: Darlene Heidi Romano Archdeacon, 468 Upland Road, Redwood City, CA 94062 This busi-ness is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on n/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/23/08. (Almanac Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229188 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Taylor Construction, 124 Jasmine Way, East Palo Alto, CA 94303. Ron Apache Taylor, 124 Jasmine Way, East Palo Alto, CA 94303 This business is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/17/08. (Almanac Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229199 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Carol Ratto Massage Therapy, 1200 Industrial Rd., Ste. 1, San Carlos, CA 94070: Carol Marie Ratto, 1126 Persia Ave., San Francisco, CA 94112 This busi-ness is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/18/08. (Almanac Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229239 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Kicks, 1060 Evelyn St., Menlo Park, CA 94025: Calla Designs, Inc., PO Box 1118, Menlo Park, CA 94026 This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/22/08. (Almanac Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229368 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Remedy Spa by Snjezana, 846 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025: Snjezana Maric, 4054 Bell Terace, Fremont, CA 94536 This business is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/29/08. (Almanac Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229357 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Pure Beauty Atelier, 1166 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CA 94025: Agnieszka Sinanovic, 3675 Rocky Creek Court, San Jose, CA 95148. This busi-ness is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on September 16, 2008. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/26/08. (Almanac Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229394 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Sit!, 218 Swett Road, Woodside, CA 94062: Katie Mae Hart,

218 Swett Road, Woodside, CA 94062 This business is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on September 20, 2008. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/1/08. (Almanac Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229436 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Christina’s Home Care Services, 2168 Carlmont Dr., #5, Belmont, CA 94002: Agnes A. Wonpat, 2168 Carlmont Dr., #5, Belmont, CA 94002 This business is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began trans-acting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/2/08. (Almanac Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 226808 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Tammy’s Jewelry, 2315 El Camino Real, Suite A, Redwood City, CA 94063: Alida Ocon, 7890 Hazenut Dr., Newark, CA 94560 This business is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 4/28/08. (Almanac Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229484 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, 1) Maui By Design; 2) Memories of Paradise, 1555 Altschul Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025: Patch of Shade, Inc., 1555 Altschul Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025, California This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/6/08. (Almanac Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229497 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Loan Resource Center, 2000 Broadway St., Redwood City, CA 94063: UMAX Capital Corp., 2000 Broadway St., Redwood City, CA 94063, California This business is being conducted by a Corporation. Registrant began transact-ing business under the fictitious busi-ness name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/7/08. (Almanac Oct. 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229247 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, 1) Estetica; 2) Skin Care by Kasia, 846 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park, CA 94025: Katarzyna Chrzanowska, 825 E. Evelyn Ave., #329, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 This business is being con-ducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 9/22/08. (Almanac Oct. 22, 29, 11/5, 12, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229769 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, A American Limousine, 1451 Tilia St., San Mateo CA 94402: Paul S. Namini, 1451 Tilia St., San Mateo, CA 94402 This business is being con-ducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/22/08. (Almanac Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229583 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, 1) Marlowe Berglund; 2) Marlowe Berglund Events, 904 Harmon Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025: Marlowe Berglund LLC, 904 Harmon Drive, Menlo Park, CA 94025 This business is being conducted by a Limited Liability Company. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on September 15, 2008.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/14/08. (Almanac Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229571 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, Menlo-Atherton Painting, 75 Arbor Rd., Suite H, Menlo Park, CA 94025: Thomas Kieninger, 4250 El Camino Real, C-125, Palo Alto, CA 94306 This business is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/10/08. (Almanac Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 2008)FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTFile No. 229663 The following individual(s) is (are) doing business as, 1) Artist Moving; 2) AAA Cash for Cars-We don’t carry parts, 190 Industrial Blvd., Brisbane, CA : Tom Flanagan, 443 15th Ave., #2, San Francisco, CA 94118 This business is being conducted by an individual. Registrant began transacting business under the fictitious business name(s) listed herein on N/A. This statement was filed with the County Clerk-Recorder of San Mateo County on 10/16/08. (Almanac Oct. 29, Nov. 5, 12, 19, 2008)

997 All Other LegalsNOTICE TO CREDITORS OF THE SCHROEDER FAMILY TRUST DATED December 3, 2001 {CASE #118166} SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA OF SAN MATEO IN RE THE Schroeder Family Trust, DATED December 3, 2001 OF Arthur H. Schroeder, decedent. No. 118166 Notice is hereby given to the creditors and contin-gent creditors of the above named dece-dent that all persons having claims against the decedent are required to file them with the Superior Court at 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94063, and mail or

deliver a copy to Adrienne A. Schroeder, Trustee of the trust dated December 3, 2001, wherein the decedent was the set-tlor, in care of the offices of the attorney for Adrienne A, Schroeder, Trustee, Bryn Roe Ostby, Attorney at Law, 1015 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301, within the later of four months after October 15, 2008 (date of first publication of this notice to creditors) or if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, 60 days after the date this notice is mailed or personally delivereed to you. A claim form may be obtained from the court clerk. For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certi-fied mail, with return receipt requested. {s} Bryn Roe Ostby, Attorney for Adrienne A. Schroeder, Trustee, 1015 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94301. (Almanac 10/15, 22, 29, 2008)

CITATION TO APPEARSuperior Court of CaliforniaCounty of San MateoIn the matter of the Petition of RICHARD & VICTORIA FITTING on Behalf of Luke & Paul Folawn, minors. No. A15288 / A15289. Citation to Appear.The People of the State of California. To Tina Folawn: By order of this court you are hereby cited to appear before the judge presiding in Department 23 of this court on Nov. 18, 2008, at 9:00am then and there to show cause, if any you have, why the request of Richard and Victoria Fitting for the adoption of Luke and Paul Folawn, your minor children, should not be granted. The address of the above court is: Superior Court of California, County of San Mateo, Juvenile Division, 222 Paul Scannell Drive, San Mateo, CA 94402. /s/ John C. Fitton, Clerk. (Published in the Almanac 10/15, 22, 29, 11/5, 2008)

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: Rose Patick case# 118187 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Rose Patick. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by: David Altman in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN MATEO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that David Altman 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 represen-tative 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-ested person files an objection to the peti-tion and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on November 19, 2008 at 9:00 a.m. in Dept. 14 of the Superior Court of California, San Mateo County, located at 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA 94062. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objec-tions 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 deceased, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the per-sonal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in section 9100 of the California Probate Code. The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above. 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: /s/ Arthur S. Weil, 671 Oak Grove Ave., Ste. K, Menlo Park, CA 94025 (650) 322-9022 (The Almanac 10/22, 29, 11/5, 2008)

Trustee Sale No.: 20080134009997 Title Order No.: 1162587 FHA/VA/PMI No.: NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/5/2006. 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. NDex West, LLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 04/13/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-054273 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of San Mateo County, State of California. Executed By: Moises Nerio, will sell at public auction to highest bidder

for cash, cashier's check/cash equivalent or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). Date of Sale: 11/18/2008 Time of Sale: 12:30 PM Place of Sale: At the Marshall St. entrance to the Hall of Justice and Records, 400 County Center, Redwood City, CA Street Address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 2150 POPLAR AVENUE , PALO ALTO, CA 94303 APN#: 063-152-020-2 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, 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 inter-est 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 $694,116.85. The bene-ficiary 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 under-signed caused said Notice of Default and Election to sell to be recorded in the County where the real property is located. For Trustee Sale Information Please Call: Priority Posting & Publication 17501 Irvine Blvd., Suite One Tustin, CA 92780 714-573-1965 www.priorityposting.com NDex West, LLC as Authorized Agent Dated: 10/26/2008 NDex West, LLC may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained will be used for that purpose. P478407 10/29, 11/5, 11/12/2008 (Published in the Almanac 10/29, 11/5, 12, 2008)

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE Date of Filing Application: 10/15/08 To Whom It May Concern: The Name(s) of the Applicant(s) is/are: Marqs The applicants listed above are applying to the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control to sell alcoholic beverages at: 1143 Crane St., D, Menlo Park, CA 94025 Type of license(s) applied for: 41 - ON-SALE BEER AND WINE EATING PLACE (The Almanac 10/29/08)

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