THE CUPERTINO DAILY

SOUTH VALLCO MASTER PLAN TO BE PRESENTED

On Tuesday, May 20, during the City Council meeting--Sand Hill Property, will present their vision for Cupertino's South Vallco Master Plan. Sand Hill, the group given the mandate from the City Council to meet with all the developers in the area: Cupertino Square, Rose Bowl, Metropolitan, Sand Hill's own proposed Downtown Cupertino. and interested residents to come up with an attractive plan to tie the entire area together into a walking, easily accessible showcase development for Cupertino is ready for show and tell.

IS WATER RATIONING COMING TO CUPERTINO?

On Tuesday the East Bay went into water rationing mode due to California's water shortage. Single family's have been told they must cut their water use by a whopping 19%. When will it be our turn, and how will our City Council react? Presently, Santa Clara County is asking residents here to voluntarily cut water usage by 10%. To quote one resident, "So, will the City Council still approve the development of housing while were in the middle of water rationing?" Good question.

EDITORIAL

DOMINIC CASERTA, CANDIDATE FOR 22nd ASSEMBLY DISTRICT      

Character assassination, while hiding behind the mantle of "journalism" is a tactic used by writers who are full of themselves (and other things) to promote their often little researched notions, and usually contains little fact. It most often happens when writers put themselves on the pedestal of a bully pulpit to further the candidacy of a candidate they back--or to simply look smart.

HOW TO CAST YOUR VOTE IN THIS VERY CONFUSING ELECTION

California had an early Primary Election this year, the premise being that California's Primary "would count more, and California would be noticed" well, it did, but we weren't. That's why the upcoming election on June 3rd, in which we will cast the current ballots we either received in the mail or will get at the polls is still considered a "Primary" election, even though we already had a "Primary". Now they tell us the January election was a "Special Primary Election" (even if we no longer think it was all that special) and confusion abounds.

  CUPERTINO ACS RELAY FOR LIFE

On July 19, the DeAnza College Track will be filled with people fighting back against cancer--for 24 hours--at Cupertino's 2nd Annual Relay For Life. ONE in every THREE is diagnosed with cancer. Every family is affected. Who will be diagnosed with cancer next? Will it be the family member on your right, a friend to your left, or the one looking back at you in your mirror? A Child on your street? An Employee? A Neighbor? The Clerk where you shop? Fight Back. You can help: Go on our website  and Join a Team, Form a Team--walk as long or as short a time as you can. Walk a few steps or many miles. You can make a difference. Become a Sponsor, Donate, Volunteer, Come Out And Cheer Us On. HELP US FIGHT CANCER. FIGHT BACK.
                www.events.cancer.org/rflcupertinoca

408/688-0087

Thanks to our sponsors: Jamba Juice, El Camino Hospital, Max Muscle, Armstrong Retirement Planning, Better Home & Loan, Rotary, Panera Bread, Sand Hill Property Co., Outback Steak House, De Anza College, Harvest Restaurant, and The City of Cupertino   (Partial List)
 

 

 

CUPERTINO CHAMBER MIXER AT STRIKE

Strike Cupertino hosted a very well attended Chamber of Commerce Mixer on May 14, with bowling, great food, video games and pool. Danielle Marchetti, Vice President of Strike was on hand to greet all the guests and make sure the food and drinks were plentiful and varied. Holding court as one of Cupertino's premiere party venue's and Fun Central for ladies and gentlemen and children of all ages. A party at Strike will always be a memorable event. 

Did you ever wonder what women's sports were like in the old days? Here is a picture of a girls softball team in Cupertino in 1924.

By Donna Austin

*click to enlarge*

This picture was taken of the women's softball team in 1924 at the Cupertino Union Grammar School.

Left to Right
1.Lena Mardesich,
2.Mildred Burtner (2nd base)
3. Mary Wagnitz
4. Pauline Wilson (1st base)
5. Mathilda Mariani (3rd base)
6. Henrietta Paviso (pitcher)
7. Antoinette Conforte
8. Thelma Fulton
9. Ruth Montegomery (catcher)
10 Bessie Gilarde
11. Mabel Williams (P.E.Teacher)

Nathan Hall Tank House

By Donna Austin
  May 1st 2008 marked an important meeting at the Nathan Hall Tank House. A group consisting of neighborhood activists, Rotarians, city officials and members of the Cupertino Historical Society met to view the facilities and plan for its future use.

View of Oakdell Ranch now Pharlap  neightborhood

Crest Awards

by Donna Austin

The CREST award, stands for Cupertino Recognizes Extra Steps Taken. Every year the City of Cupertino gives their CREST Award to outstanding community volunteers. These individuals or groups have been nominated by their peers who recognize their contribution to the quality of life in Cupertino.

Food

Local growers promote organic and artisan foods

By Chef Bruce Biron
Executive Chef, Stanford University

Knowg what to eat can be confusing.  Everywhere you turn, daily health topics emerge telling us what is or is not good for you.  California farmers markets are the perfect outlet to purchase healthy foods.  Bay area growers bring fresh picked locally grown seasonal vegetables and fruits to Cupertino each Friday from 9:00am-1:00pm.  Highlights by various vendors feature a menu of  Indian curries and chutneys, Vietnamese spring rolls, vegan pastries,  cheese artisans, fish, abundant whole grain and hearth style breads, distinctive popcorn, tofu, organic herbs, flowers and herbal products  to name a few.

QUOTA OF CUPERTINO LUNCHEON BIG SUCCESS

The Annual Hat's Off Luncheon, Quota's yearly major fundraiser held on April 24, 2008  at Quinlan Community Center, was a resounding success. Two Hundred attendees enjoyed outstanding food catered by Outback Steakhouse, a wonderful program by Trudi Wallick, about hats ating as far back as the 1700's, and good friends.

Lawson Middle School teams excelled in Destination Imagination State Finals in Elk Grove on April 5, 2008

By Helam Luk

On Saturday, April 5th, the "Lawson EPIC Team" (EPIC = Every Person Is Creative) won the Destination Imagination California State Championship (middle schools) under the "Obstacles, Of Course" category in Sacramento. The Lawson EPIC Team consists of five team members (Austin Chen, Gene Hua, Lawrence Luk, Normand Overney, Maxwell Ruckstuhl) with Helam Luk as their team manager. This is a student-driven project where the team members worked collaboratively to create a theme that goes along with a vehicle navigating an obstacle course. The team created the skit, props, vehicle, and obstacle course needed to bring "The Greening" theme to life. For the team, the journey itself has been more valuable than winning. Throughout these past few months, the team has learned valuable life lessons on teamwork, individual contribution, creativity, critical thinking and technical skills. The Lawson EPIC Team has been invited to represent the state of California at the Global Finals to be held in May at the University of Tennessee.

Travel

Oxnard: The Next Ventura?

Story and Photos by Mary McGrath

For many years, Oxnard was one of those requisite stops between LA and Santa Barbara. I could always count on a cheap diner for refueling and regeneration, before plowing onward into Ventura, Santa Barbara or Montecito.

Oxnard is now it’s own destination. After some prowling, I’ve discovered that Oxnard has its own story to tell. Although still developing compared to more populated tourist destinations, it’s only a matter of time before Oxnard catches on, and gentrification charms another seaside community.

Cupertino Host Lions Fishathon

Story and photos by Howard Jensen

Every year, the Cupertino Host Lions Club hosts a fishing picnic for disabled children of all ages at a pond especially prepared by Stevens Creek Quarry. This year¹s event was held on Saturday, April 26, 2008, under beautiful blue skies and warm weather, over 100 people participated in fishing for trout stocked by the Lions Club.

Cupertino Resident Has Revolutionary War Roots

By Suzy Paluzzi

Greg Johnsrude (composer, songwriter, arranger and volunteer) is a 
lineal descendant of Robert Morris, Jr., signer of the Declaration of 
Independence. “My older sister was the one who told me about it,” 
smiles Greg. “He also signed the Articles of Confederation and the 
United States Constitution,” Johnsrude adds. Greg’s mother’s maiden 
name was Morris.

http://www.flowbar.net/

MY SON, THE PERSONAL TRAINER INVENTS EASY EXERCISE METHOD, THE FLOW BAR

My son, Steve--the very fit muscle guy, who has won the difficult fitness challenge put on regionally in San Diego by the US Marines more times than The Marines would like to remember--has invented an easy (even for couch potatoes) get fit exercise system.

ADOPTING A PET IS A GOOD DEED

The San Jose Animal Care Center serves Cupertino and our neighboring cities.

Art

JUTE WORKS

By Barbara Rogers

Bean bags are more than casual seating. In the hands of local San Jose artist Biz Eischen, the empty jute sacks originally containing 150 lbs. of fresh coffee beans become works of art.

Dining

PANERA BREAD

by Gloria Elle'

My family first discovered Panera Bread on the Westside of Los Angeles. When we saw the sign go up announcing Panera Bread would soon open, we thought it was odd to have such a large store for a bakery, especially since bakeries in that area are plentiful and all of them bake break along with all the goodies. The extended neighborhood has ethnic deli/bakeries as well: Italian, Mexican, Jewish--so we were a tad puzzled. When Panera finally opened we could definitely see the difference. It wasn't just a bakery also offering a few extras like coffee and a sandwich or two. It was a restaurant with a bakery. it was love at first taste

 

CALIFORNIA HEALTHY

Patricia Hamilton is a writer, editor and book publisher who had such a difficult time finding healthy food while on the road promoting books, she decided to write guides for people traveling through and living in Southern California, Central California and saved the last-coming to a bookstore near you very soon, Northern California version. Hamilton, does all the difficult work by listing restaurants, farmer's markets and stores featuring fresh and organic food options in an easy-to-locate format. So read--go forth and eat-California Healthy.

Park Place Publishing, www.parkplacepublications.com 888/702-4500

Hope Begins in the Dark: 50 Lymphoma Survivors Tell Their Exclusive Life Stories

Jamie Reno is the most talented person I have ever met. An investigative journalist for Newsweek who has written for the most prestigious magazines and newspapers in the US; columnist for California Tour & Travel Magazine, gifted musician, loving husband and father, good friend--and cancer survivor. And, he managed to squeeze all this while in the prime of his life, while he was still in his twenties. Jamie's many accomplishments paled in comparison when, on that fateful day a little more than ten years ago he was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. A death sentence. After miraculously surviving--with the miracle of experimental drugs, the love of his family and the prayers of all those who knew him, Jamie survived and overcame all the adversity. Now he gives back. Through his music, through his writing of this book, and through his amazing passion to eradicate cancer.  Hope Begins In The Dark is a must read for those who have cancer, anyone who has survived this insidious disease and we dreamers who know that miracles can and do happen. - Ruby Elbogen

Tomato Fest

 

          Gary Ibsen is a food legend in his own time. Famous throughout the world as one of the foremost experts, propagators and growers of Heirloom Tomatoes around, Gary shares his tasty colorful fruit/vegetables with those brave enough to attempt growing these gifts of the Gods. Anyone who has ever tasted one of Gary Ibsen's tomatoes will never forget the experience, and after that first nibble--no other tomato will ever measure up. Once a year, at the end of summer, Ibsen puts on TomatoeFest in Carmel Valley. For foodies, it's the event of the year. Famous chef's put forth their recipe's and the hundreds of participants revel in the number, variety and various tastes of these perfect organic Heirloom tomatoes. Enjoy the photos, brave backyard gardners can order and try their hands at cultivating them--or try to find them where superior produce is sold. Gary Ibsen is a true tomato genius.         -Ruby Elbogen