Understanding counseling professionals Pg. 8. Santo Toribio Romo Pg. 18 VOLUME 35 ISSUE 34 AUGUST 22-28, 2014

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1 OFERTAS Y CUPONES DE DESCUENTO ADENTRO VOLUME 35 ISSUE 34 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 Understanding counseling professionals Pg. 8 Santo Toribio Romo Pg. 18 PHOTO COURTESY: MEXICAN HERITAGE CORPORATION

2 2 CALENDAR EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 READ US ONLINE Library kicks off Groundbreaking and Naming Anchor Branch at Evergreen Village Square / On Saturday, September 6, the San José Public Library and Councilmember Rose Herrera will hold the groundbreaking celebration for the future home of the Southeast Branch Library. The event, which starts at 10:00 a.m. at 4001 Evergreen Village Square (corner of Classico Ave. and Evergreen Village Sq.), will mark the start of construction of the library system s final branch funded from the Branch Library Bond Measure. The bond measure approved by San José voters in 2000 provided $212 million for the construction of six new, and fourteen expanded, branch libraries throughout the community. ReStore and Gordon Biersch Receive San José Sustainability Award / On August 5, the San José Environmental Services Department presented the Heart of San José sustainability award to the local Habitat for Humanity ReStore and Gordon Biersch restaurant. The awards were presented at a statewide conference of recycling and litter experts that was held in Downtown San José. Habitat for Humanity East Bay/Silicon Valley ReStore received the award for making home improvements affordable while diverting waste from landfills. ReStores are donation centers that offer building materials, home goods, and furniture to the general public at deeply discounted prices. ReStore staff estimate that the two stores in San José will keep 1,350 tons of reusable materials out of landfills this year. Gordon Biersch was honored for its sustainability leadership and numerous investments in the community, including fundraisers and job training opportunities for residents with disabilities. Logra un futuro mejor con leche:el astronauta José Hernández recuerda a los padres que las decisiones de hoy duran para siempre / Si bien los padres no siempre toman conciencia de ello, los consejos que dan y las opciones nutricionales que eligen pueden tener un efecto de por vida en sus hijos. Esta influencia de los padres es la motivación detrás de la nueva campaña de la Junta de Procesadores de Leche de California (CMPB) que se lanza el día de hoy. Los nuevos anuncios de la entidad creadora de got milk? y toma leche les recuerdan a los padres que elegir leche sienta las bases para llevar una nutrición adecuada y alcanzar el éxito futuro. José M. Hernández, ex-ingeniero de la NASA, sabe esto por experiencia propia y se ha asociado con got milk? para transmitirles a los californianos el mensaje de los anuncios con un ejemplo de la vida real. Hernández visitará algunas ciudades del estado y explicará a las audiencias que las decisiones tempranas, como elegir la leche, sientan las bases que los niños necesitan para alcanzar las estrellas, especialmente cuando están por regresar a la escuela. P.O. Box 1990 San Jose, CA North First Street, Suite 100 San Jose, CA PUBLISHERS Hilbert Morales & Betty Morales hmorales@el-observador.com ADVERTISING/PROMOTION DIRECTOR Monica Amador, COO monica@el-observador.com SALES DEPARTMENT Angelica Rossi angelica@ el-observador.com EDITORIAL Hilbert Morales english.editor@ el-observador.com Cinthia Rodriguez spanish.editor@ el-observador.com CONTRIBUTORS Mario Jimenez Hector Curriel Arturo Hilario Felix Pagas Veronica T. Avendaño Juan Carlos Miranda ACCOUNTING Kaira Portillo kaira@el-observador.com GRAPHIC DESIGNER/ ILLUSTRATOR Roberto Romo Omicuauhtli robertoromo.net About Us El Observador was founded in 1980 to serve the informational needs of the Hispanic community in the San Francisco Bay Area with special focus on San Jose, the capital of Silicon Valley. All Rights Reserved. No part of this publication may be transmitted or reproduced by any form or by any means, this includes photo copying, recording or by any informational storage and retrevial systems, electronic or mechanical without express written consent of the publishers. Opinions expressed in El Observador by persons submitting articles are not necessarily the opinions of the publishers. Willow Glen Summer Wine Walk August 23rd 2:00pm-6:00pm Downtown Willow Glen Lincoln Avenue San Jose, CA Italian Family Festa San Jose August 23rd 11:00am-8:00pm August 24th 11:00am-6:00pm Guadalupe River Park 350 W. Julian St. San Jose, CA Music in the Park Los Gatos August 24th 5:00pm-7:00pm Los Gatos Civic Center 110 E. Main St. Los Gatos, CA Electronic Sriracha Festival August 30 12:00pm-8:00pm St. James Park 2nd and St. James St. San Jose, CA South First Fridays September 5th 6:00pm Downtown San Jose 1st St and San C arlos San Jose, CA th Aunual American Indian Heritage Celebration September 13th Santa Clara County Fairgrounds 344 Tully Road San Jose, CA Concert ft- International Violinist Francesca depasquale August 29th 7:00pm Santa Clara University Recital Hall Corner of Franklin St. and LafayetteSt. Santa Clara, CA Tickets: $35 Mountain View Art & Wine Festival September 6th-7th 10:00am-6:00pm Zumba Classes Tuesdays 5:30pm The Fairmont 170 S. Market St. San Jose, CA Youth Basketball Camp Saturdays 11:00am- 2:00pm San Jose Job Corps Center 3485 East Hills Drive San Jose, CA Ages 8 years and up South Bay Guitar Society September 5th 12:10pm-12:50pm Le Petit Trianon 72 N. 5th St. San Jose, CA Happy Kids Day August 23rd 10:00am- 5:00pm N. Stelling Rd. Cupertino, CA Creatures of the Marsh: Walking Tour & Activity August 31st 1:30pm- 3:00pm EcoCenter 2560 Embarcadero Rd. Palo Alto, CA Bay Area Birth Info Resource Fair Capri School- Elementary 850 Chapman Drive Campbell, CA 95008

3 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR OPINION 3 Hilbert Morales EL OBSERVADOR Could a Fergeson, Missourilike event happen here? Only in America, could the people display non-violent civic disobedience ten days after another police shooting incident. The killing of another unarmed Black teenager, Michael Brown, in a suburb of St. Louis, Missouri, is worth analysis because of the paramilitary mindset, social class racism and the economic deprivation extant in this nation today. Their most recent mantra is MY HANDS ARE UP; DON T SHOOT. This incident ignited a public outcry elicited by this killing and the paramilitary military responses. Police wearing camoflaged uniforms & riot headgear, attempted crowd control by using blast bombs and tear gas. Armored vehicles and snipers having high powered rifles were deployed. The local police displayed its paramilitary tactics and equipment supplied by Department of Homeland Security coordinaed with the Department of Defense. This may indicate the level of influence which the military-industrial complex has in our nation. The Pentagon has its allies in the U.S. Congress who insist on development of weapon systems which are not needed yet, while neglecting the needs of the people. When will we learn that in today s global universe, America needs to assert the superiority of its concepts of governance which take care of people with consideration, dignity, respect, religious and cultural sensitivity. Armed might and wars do not solve the problems of this nation and the world. Rather, armed might suppresses the dialogues necessary to finding the resolution to the challenges being faced. The military tactics used were totally inappropriate annytime and anyplace in any American community. Later it was determined that the local police contained only 3 African American officers. This in a community which is 80% Black-20% White. Those police had to be scared out of their minds when that community reacted with a peaceful demonstration. Some bottles thrown by fringe dissidents allegedly turned that non-violent dissent expression into one of violence. Since many of those white police were not residents of Fergeson, they were not well informed about high levels of anger and resentment resulting from repression and unemployment. The community, composed of both Black and Whites, was displaying their right to peaceably assemble and their Freedom of Speech. Both are American ideals. Authorities need to read the U.S. Constitution s First Amendment to remind themselves that this is a government of the people, by the people, and for the people. During the chaos, a fringe group began to vandalize, loot and pillage local retail stores. Local citizens formed human barriers to control this. A state of emergency was declared by the Governor who had the Missouri State Police take over and deployed a local National Guard unit. A curfew was imposed and was violated by local enfuriated residents. The FBI and Department of Justice deployed agents to independently determine what had happened and who was involved. It was totally inappropriate for the Fergeson Police Chief to release surveillance videos and other materials in an attempt to disparage the reputation of Michael Brown. No Police Chief has the right to be judge and jury because of conflict of interest and selfserving actions taken. Rather, those actions may be more evidence that he had a White is right approach which does not meet nor serve the ideals of our U,S. Constitution and its Bill of Rights...nor does it serve that Fergeson commnity. The family suthorized an autopsy of Michael Brown s remains. This established that he was shot six times. Two bullets hit his skill; four bullets hit his body. The next day, the Missouri State Patrol assumed responsibility for Fergeson s public safety and security. It was then that the name of the officer, Darrin Wilson, was made public by the Police Chief who began to release information disparaging the character of Michael Brown. Today the Fergeson community is very tense. Its residents, both White and Black are working collaboratively to re-establish their community s lawful peace and security which is essential to the American life style and its conduct of commerce. But let us not overlook the role of the various levels of governance in creating the current cynical attitude of We, The People. The various governance levels must operate with honesty, integrity and transparency; with the conscious knowledge that there are checks and balances. The U.S. Congress, as an elected policy making group must perform and fulfil its purpose which is to govern with the objective of doing the greatest good for the greatest number of Americans. As an outcome of its inaction regarding several broken public policy systems, such as income disparity, excessive support of the military-industrial complex, the need for jobs; adjustment of the dynamic equilibrium, a well-funded education system, and a fair justice system. If policy adjustments are not made soon, YES, it could happen here in Silicon Valley. Luisa Fernanda Montero PARA LA RED HISPANA La muerte de uno de los actores más geniales de la industria del cine, que conmovió a millones de personas alrededor del mundo, sorprende por su crudeza. Pocos podemos entender que un hombre que fue capaz de derramar tanto talento y alegría guardara dentro de sí una tristeza capaz de matarlo. La mala noticia es que el del actor multifacético es simplemente uno más de los miles de casos que se presentan anualmente en Estados Unidos y en el mundo. En este país cada año 39,000 personas se quitan la vida y cerca de 490,000 son atendidas en centros hospitalarios por lastimarse a sí mismos, de acuerdo con datos de los Centros de Control de Enfermedades -CDC-. Al morir Williams empezaba a sufrir los primeros síntomas del Parkinson, pero además era víctima de ataques de ansiedad y depresión, y esa, la depresión fue la que lo mató. Esperamos que tras la trágica muerte de Robin, otros hallen la fortaleza para buscar la ayuda y el apoyo que necesitan con las batallas que enfrentan, y para que sientan menos temor, dijo en un comunicado su esposa Susan Schneider; y ahí está el asunto. Qué podemos aprender de un caso tan visible? Cómo podemos atacar la depresión en nuestro entorno? Qué hacer cuando es ella la que nos ataca? Más de 350 millones de personas sufren de depresión en el mundo, según la Organización Mundial de la Salud -OMS-. El organismo internacional afirma que este es el trastorno mental de mayor crecimiento y se prevé que para el 2020 será la enfermedad de mayor incidencia. La clave, según los expertos está en desarrollar lo que se ha llamado resiliencia, es decir, la capacidad de asumir con flexibilidad situaciones límite y sobreponerse. Un arma para atacar la depresión que al parecer no todos poseemos. No en vano, artistas han confesado su depresión, una enfermedad con muchas caras que lleva a muchos a hacer una catástrofe de sus propias vidas y a otros a desarrollar lo que los especialistas llaman la negación maniaca de la depresión, que ocurre cuando una persona intenta demostrar una alegría excesiva que no existe. Así que prenda las alarmas si usted o alguien cercano manifiesta al menos seis o más de estos síntomas durante dos semanas: tristeza profunda y sensación de vacío, desesperanza, pesimismo o rabia, irritabilidad e incapacidad para relajarse o para descansar, pérdida de interés en las actividades cotidianas que han sido placenteras en el pasado, incluyendo la actividad sexual, fatiga, dificultad para concentrarse, recordar detalles y tomar decisiones, trastornos del sueño y del apetito. Las personas que tienen capacidades para resolver problemas y conflictos de forma pacífica, por ejemplo, pueden lidiar mejor con la depresión, así como aquellos que tienen un sentido de pertenencia y los que cuentan con recursos efectivos de atención clínica, pero sobre todo aquellos que son capaces de pedir ayuda. La depresión es una enfermedad que mata. Debemos actuar si queremos mantenerla a raya. Ignorarla solo empeorará las cosas. En un OCCURIELCIAS estado de frustración, tristeza y desamparo total, la muerte se dibuja como el más simple de los descansos; la clave está en lograr lo que Williams no logró, mucho antes de ese punto. La buena noticia es que es posible.

4 4 COMMUNITY EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 Santa Clara County CALIFORNIA Energy Upgrade California Home Upgrade program has increased its energyefficiency rebates so homeowners can now receive up to $6,500 for making energy saving improvements to their homes. The Clara, as part of the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN), is offering free orientation workshops in Los Gatos and San Jose in August, and in San Jose, Saratoga, Cupertino and Mountain View in September. Register at homeupgradeworkshop. eventbrite.com The Home Upgrade program helps single-family homeowners identify ways to increase their home s energy efficiency. Eligible improvements include air sealing; duct sealing; attic insulation; high-efficiency furnaces, cooling systems, and water systems; wall insulation; and more. Homeowners may be eligible for rebates from $1,000 to $6,500, plus a $300 rebate toward the cost of a home energy assessment. The Home Upgrade program has increased rebates significantly from $4,500 to $6,500 for property owners who want to make their homes more energy efficient, said Sharlene Carlson, manager of sustainability and energy programs for the County of There s never been a better time for Santa Clara County homeowners to complete energy-efficient home improvements. Energy upgrades not only help homeowners save energy and money, but also enhance indoor air quality, comfort and safety. Homeowners are encouraged to attend one of six free workshops to learn more about the program and how to find a participating contractor. Space is limited, so reserve a seat at homeupgradeworkshop.eventbrite. com. San Jose - Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2014, 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m.evergreen Community Center, 4860 San Felipe Road, San Jose, CA Saratoga - Thursday, Sept. 4, 2014, 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Saratoga Community Center, Allendale Ave., Saratoga, CA Cupertino - Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2014, 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Creekside Park Building, Miller Ave., Cupertino, CA San Jose - Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2014, 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Cambrian Branch Library, 1780 Hillsdale Ave., San Jose, CA Mountain View Tuesday, Sept. 30, 2014, 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Mountain View Senior Center, 266 Escuela Ave., Mountain View, CA Homeowners who cannot attend an orientation workshop, and want to begin a home upgrade immediately, can contact a Home Upgrade Advisor for free, direct oneon-one assistance, including identifying a contractor. Participating contractors are specially trained and certified in building performance as well as Home Upgrade program details. Call for a Home Upgrade Advisor. Santa Clara County CALIFORNIA Five residents of Santa Clara County have been infected with West Nile virus (WNV). Two residents had the more severe neuroinvasive form of the disease, West Nile encephalitis, one had West Nile fever, and two residents had no symptoms. Of the three people with symptoms, two were hospitalized and released, and one is currently hospitalized. All five Santa Clara County residents live in areas of the county with high WNV activity this year. Unlike last year, when WNV activity in birds and mosquitoes was concentrated in Milpitas and East San Jose, this year, WNV activity is concentrated in Mountain View, Sunnyvale, Santa Clara, Cupertino, Campbell, and west and south San Jose. It is important to remember most people who get a mosquito bite will not become infected, will not develop symptoms and will not need to seek care, said Dr. Sara Cody, Health Officer for Santa Clara County. But in some cases, West Nile can cause serious illness. To reduce the risk of West Nile, residents should take precautions to avoid being bitten by mosquitoes. This year Santa Clara County has had an unusually large number of birds that died from WNV. 648 dead birds infected with WNV have been reported in Santa Clara County so far in 2014, which represents half of all the reported dead birds infected with WNV in California. 85% of the dead birds tested in the County this year were infected with WNV. Because of this situation, the risk of WNV in residents of Santa Clara County this summer is likely to be higher than in previous years, especially over the next two months. Last year there were two human cases of WNV; prior to that, there was a case in 2011, which was fatal, one case in 2008, four in 2007, and five in Physicians in Santa Clara County have been provided information regarding the symptoms of West Nile virus, how to diagnose the disease and to report suspected cases to the Public Health Department. WNV is transmitted to humans and animals through the bite of an infected mosquito. The risk of becoming seriously ill is low for most people. Less than 1% of people can develop serious neurologic illness such as encephalitis or meningitis. People over the age of 50 have a higher chance of becoming ill. In addition, people with diabetes or hypertension have a greater risk of complications and serious illness. After someone is bitten, the incubation period is generally 2 to 6 days, but it can be as many as 14 days. Most people are infected between June and September, when it is warm outside and mosquitoes are most active. People can take steps to protect themselves from contracting West Nile Virus, including: Use insect repellents when you go outdoors. Repellents containing DEET, picaridin, IR3535, and some oil of lemon, eucalyptus and para-menthane-diol products provide longer-lasting protection. Dress in long sleeves and pants if you are outside from dusk through dawn when many mosquitoes are most active. Be sure to install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes out. If you have air conditioning, use it. Help reduce the number of mosquitoes around your home by emptying standing water from containers such as flowerpots, gutters, buckets, pool covers, pet water dishes, discarded tires, and birdbaths. Report any mosquito breeding sources to the Santa Clara County Vector Control District at org or (408) For more information: California Department of Public Health: CDC: westnile Santa Clara County Vector Control District:

5 AUGUST 22-28, st Chinese Star Contest Opens to Local K-12 Students San Jose CALIFORNIA Local education and community leaders will come together at 11 a.m. on August 27 at the Silicon Valley Education Foundation to kick off the San Jose Silicon Valley first Chinese Star Contest, a competition cosponsored by the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) and the Confucius Institute at San Francisco State University in order to encourage K-12 students to explore Chinese language, art, poetry and culture. Our world is getting smaller every day, and the leaders of tomorrow are the students who learn now to engage in other cultures and languages, said Santa Clara County Superintendent of Schools Jon Gundry. I am so pleased that, through this event, our students will begin building skills that will help prepare them for the global marketplace while also developing an appreciation of China s impressive cultural legacy. The kickoff event will feature speakers from throughout the local education community, including SCCOE Superintendent Gundry and also representatives from San Francisco State University and the Chinese Consulate General in San Francisco. In addition, Cupertino Union School District Superintendent Wendy Gudalewicz will speak to the impact their Dual Immersion Mandarin program has had in her district, and two students from Meyerholz Elementary School will share thoughts about their experience as dual immersion students. We are very excited about this opportunity to team up with the Santa Clara County Office of Education and local schools and communities, said Jiaxin Xie, director of the Confucius Institute at San Francisco State University. Through these contests, we hope to provide a platform for Chinese learners to demonstrate their EL OBSERVADOR EDUCATION 5 linguistic and cultural talents, and showcase their interest and achievements in learning Chinese language and culture with help from their teachers and parents. We hope that the study of Chinese will not just connect American students with the language, but also with the culture, literature, and rich history of China. Students can compete in one of five age groups in four categories: Calligraphy (pen/ brush), Painting/Drawing, Chinese Poetry Recital and Oral Presentation. The deadline to apply for participation is September 30, with the contest itself taking place on October 25, followed by an awards ceremony on November 15.Silicon Valley Education Foundation is located at 1400 Parkmoor Avenue, Suite 200 in San Jose. For more information, or to register to participate in the contest, please visit: New Toolkit to Help Educators Explain Common Core SACRAMENTO Educators and school districts now have a new free toolkit to help them spread the word about how the Common Core State Standards are remodeling California s education system to better prepare students for college and careers, State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson announced. As students and teachers head back to school they will be experiencing exciting changes in California education, including a new way of teaching and learning through the Common Core, Torlakson said. Now educators have additional help in dispelling the mystery and concerns of families about this transition with a new communications toolkit created with the help of several major education groups in the state. Explaining Common Core to Californians: A Communications Toolkit is an online resource created with the help of the California Department of Education, State Board of Education, Californians Dedicated to Education, California County Superintendents Educational Services Association, California State PTA, California School Boards Association, California Teachers Association, California Federation of Teaches AFT/AFL- CIO, Association of California School Administrators, the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, and the nonprofit FrameWorks. The resource is a collection of research, recommendations, and sample communications designed to help educators increase their own and the public s understanding of the kinds of instruction, testing, and support needed to fulfill the potential of the Common Core. For example, educators can download printable message cards that provide metaphors to help them explain Common Core, talking points to help them describe what Common Core does, frequently asked questions on challenging topics, tips on how to use social media, sample letters to parents, and a Common Core video. Californians Dedicated to Education also will hold a series of Webinars to provide an overview of the Communications Toolkit and practical tips on how to use it with a special focus on back-to-school messaging. Click on the links below to register for the free Webinars. Advanced registration is required. For more information, contact Caitlin Lawrence-Toombs at caitlin@ glenpricegroup.com or : August 27, 11:00 a.m.: com/register/ August 28, 11:00 a.m.: com/register/ SCCvector.org.

6 6 BUSINESS EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 Making The Most Of Mobility In Your Business In particular, small businesses are becoming increasingly dependent on mobile technology, with the National Small Business Association finding that 74 percent of SMBs use smartphones, up nearly 20 points from just three years ago. Customers and employees expect seamless, integrated workflow that won t be interrupted when employees are working remotely. Providing employees with the right technology to do their jobs both in and out of the office keeps pro- Technology can make work easier, faster and more efficient wherever you may need to be. NAPS ductivity high and drives better business results. If you re like most people in business today, you feel the need to be available 24/7 and do it all. This brings a call for more flexibility and the ability to work in a way that best suits our individual style. Mobile technologies are essential to bringing work and home lives together and helping people access files, e- mails and schedules anytime, anywhere, with the touch of a finger. As you look to make your business increasingly mobile, here are a few tips to consider: Marry digital and print to best meet your business needs. The way that people are accessing content is changing. Some documents that were once kept in hard copy, such as calendars, are now better suited to a smartphone screen. However, the need for printed documents for things such as client presentations and proofing is still very much alive. New mobile print technologies for example, the HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M476 make securely printing on the go from NFC-enabled mobile devices as easy as touching the device to the printer. Extend business beyond the brick and mortar. Mobile payment technologies such as the Square Card Reader expand the reach of your business and help you engage customers outside your storefront or office. These applications make the shift from paper to plastic much easier for both businesses and consumers. Whether you re an insurance agent or an artist, you can connect and conduct transactions with your customers whenever and wherever your business takes you. Be on top of filing, not buried in it. Businesses keep track of countless amounts of paper. Looking for a mislabeled or misfiled document is frustrating and wastes important time and resources. Cloud-based document management solutions, including HP Flow CM or Box, can help small businesses effectively digitize, store and retrieve documents. This makes it easier for employees to quickly access, edit and store important paperwork regardless of where they re working. Los ladrones de identidad apuntan tanto a los niños como a los adultos Jason Alderman PRACTICAL MONEY Lamento comunicarles que el robo de identidad de menores ha prosperado en 2014 y probablemente el problema empeore a medida que los ladrones inventen nuevos métodos para robar y usar la información personal de los niños. En la mayoría de los casos, recolectan los números del seguro social inactivo de los niños y los usan para obtener ilegalmente un trabajo o abrir cuentas bancarias o de crédito, obtener hipotecas o préstamos automotores en forma fraudulenta. Muchas de las víctimas no notan ningún problema hasta que solicitan un préstamo educativo, quieren abrir una cuenta bancaria o alquilar un departamento, o se postulan para un empleo y son rechazados por tener un mal historial crediticio que, sin saberlo, ha sido arruinado por otra persona. Algunas familias hasta llegan a ser acosadas por las agencias de cobranzas o arrestadas por la magnitud de las deudas o los delitos cometidos. No hay métodos infalibles para proteger la identidad de sus hijos, pero estas son algunas de las precauciones que puede tomar: Si bien es tentador simplemente no registrar a sus hijos en la Seguridad Social hasta que cumplan los 18 años, hoy en día no es nada práctico. Para empezar, usted debe declararlos como dependientes en sus declaraciones fiscales. También puede necesitar el número del seguro social de sus hijos para obtener cobertura médica o servicios gubernamentales, o para abrir cuentas bancarias a nombre de ellos. Dado que el número del seguro social de cada persona es único, con frecuencia las escuelas, los prestadores médicos, las compañías de seguro, los bancos y otros lo solicitan como medio de identificación. Así y todo, no tenga miedo de preguntar: Para qué necesitan usar el número del seguro social? Es obligatorio? Aceptan otro medio de identificación? Qué pasa si no proporciona el número del seguro social de sus hijos? Qué medidas de seguridad toman con la información personal? Aceptan no usar el número del seguro social de sus hijos como número de identificación personal en las correspondencias, resúmenes bancarios o tarjetas de identificación? Preste atención a los siguientes signos, que pueden indicar que el número del seguro social de su hijo ha sido utilizado fraudulentamente: Su hijo recibe ofertas de cuentas de crédito pre-aprobadas. Su hijo recibe llamados o resúmenes de cuenta de agencias de cobranzas, acreedores o agencias gubernamentales. Usted no puede abrir una cuenta bancaria a nombre de su hijo porque ya existe una cuenta con el mismo número de seguro social. A su hijo le deniegan un crédito, empleo, licencia de conducir o la inscripción a la universidad por motivos desconocidos o relacionados con el crédito. Recuerde que su hijo puede estar recibiendo ofertas de crédito por motivos legítimos. Por ejemplo, podría ser una campaña de marketing de alguna afiliada de su banco o tal vez usted abrió un fondo universitario a su nombre. Si realmente sospecha o tiene pruebas de que se ha cometido un robo de identidad, puede: Hacer la denuncia policial y guardar una copia como prueba del delito. Contactarse con las unidades de fraude de las tres agencias crediticias más importantes: Equifax ( ), Experian ( ) y TransUnion ( ) y pedir instrucciones. Notificar a la Comisión Federal de Comercio ( ), cuyo sitio web de Robo de Identidad contiene información sobre alertas de fraude, congelamiento del crédito, cómo trabajar con la policía y mucho más. (www. ftc.gov). Averiguar en la Seguridad Social ( ) si alguien ha reportado ingresos con el número del seguro social de su hijo. Para obtener información, busque Identity Theft ( Robo de Identidad ) en Contáctese con la Unidad de Protección de Identidad del IRS ( ). La Comisión Federal de Comercio recomienda contactarse con las tres agencias crediticias principales cuando su hijo tenga alrededor de 16 años para ver si tiene informes crediticios registrados. (No debería haber ninguno a menos que su hijo sea usuario autorizado de alguna de sus cuentas). Si hay algún informe y contiene errores debido a fraudes o uso indebido tendrá tiempo para corregirlos antes de que su hijo necesite usar el crédito. Advierta a sus hijos sobre los peligros de divulgar información personal por teléfono, correo electrónico o las redes sociales. No dude en controlar sus cuentas e instalar software de control parental. Y recuerde, si usan su computadora, cualquier virus que descarguen podría infectar sus cuentas también.

7 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR COMMUNTY 7 Arturo Hilario EL OBSERVADOR Wednesday marked a milestone for transportation in the Bay Area. After initially beginning the taxing and plans for a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) extension into the heart of the Silicon Valley 30 years ago, the BART initiative to the South Bay is finally coming to fruition. Community members, sponsors, and politicians that helped make it a reality gathered to take a breather and look back at those responsible for its success, as well as the project s future. Carl Guardino, the CEO of Silicon Valley Leadership Group and Chair of California Transportation Comission led the discussion, and former mayor Ron Gonzalez, current mayor Chuck Reed, as well as Congressman Mike Honda, Councilmember Sam Liccardo, and Nuria Fernandez, the general manager of Valley Transportation Authority, among others made remarks. Guardino noted, We sit at the earth s epicenter of innovation and job creation in Silicon Valley, but that as a community we never step back and breathe, to see the results we have so rapidly tried to attain. This is highly true in the tech field, but also true in this dense, fastpaced population that is ever changing. Guardino continued, highlighting that this last allocation of funds towards the BART extension in San José would connect the Bay Area, and provide congestion alleviation that will benefit the community overall. Former San José mayor Ron Gonzalez took the podium, recalling his role in bringing the project to the forefront. He mentioned a point which drove him and kept him going for 8 years as mayor. My love for San José, the Silicon Valley, and the realization that this project has the potential of connecting not just the biggest city in the bay area, but the best city in the bay area and the larger bay area. Gonzalez also said that commuters were the simplest measure of the impact of this transportation system, highlighting that any transportation system should be measured on its ability to get people from work and back home in time for dinner. A simple notion. This is why his initiatives, along with those that took the torch into the 2000 s had the support of a large portion of the community, bringing an alternative to the clogged up freeway systems of the bay. Next up was mayor Chuck Reed, who started with Mark the happening of a miracle. Somebody is destined for sainthood. A miracle has happened in California. We re getting the last check of more than a 700 million dollar promise that was made decades ago. This included 3 governors, Davis, Schwarzenegger, and Brown, as well as countless others who managed to deliver this miracle extension. Reed noted that even during the recession and dips in employment they faired through, even with opportunities to spend that BART extension money elsewhere. So it was not only a day to thank those that helped, but to recollect the memories and the struggles of getting this project off to a start. Guardino said, You need folks that are willing to put their wallets where their words are, and to roll up their sleeves and get the job done. The Bay Area Rapid Transit extension, with new stops in Milpitas and finally in the Berryessa neighborhood, will open in The project is currently 10 months ahead of schedule, perhaps due to the fastpaced nature of the Silicon Valley. Former mayor Ron Gonzales listens in on Mayor Chuck Reed s thoughts on the BART extension to San Jose. A portion of the parking lot of the Berryessa Flea Market will be developed into the BART/VTA terminal. Photos: Arturo Hilario. SAN JOSE POLICE DEPARTMENT New Driving Licenses Scams targeting the Immigrant Community The San José Police Department wants to warn the community on scams targeting victims that want to obtain a California driver license for non documented drivers. Santa Clara County CALIFORNIA The County s new Human Trafficking Commission will bring hope to exploited children and adults in our community. That all possible resources to protect them is finally being focused on their plight, Co-Chair Cindy Chavez said after its first meeting today. A wide range of local and federal government officials who work on human trafficking issues, plus nongovernmental organizations, business and labor, are represented on the Commission, which is also co-chaired by District Attorney Jeff Rosen and Sheriff Laurie Smith. Our message to the vulnerable victims of human trafficking is: You are not alone. We are here to help you, Rosen said. Our message to sexual exploiters and traffickers is this: We will find you and hold you accountable for your crimes. The Commission voted to identify gaps in the current response to Human Trafficking and to work to remedy them. Specifically, the Commission highlighted the need for a place to treat victims and the need for adequate funding and public awareness. I m pleased that in our very first meeting we took steps to identify gaps in service, Chavez said. With everyone at the table, we ll be more effective at finding the best treatment options for victims. The Commission represents the first time that the county has attempted to coordinate its approach to a growing problem that has been described as modern-day slavery. Best known as child sex trafficking, human trafficking also includes other forms of human exploitation including debt bondage, domestic servitude and forced child labor. Supervisor Chavez introduced the County measure that created the Commission after the FBI identified the Bay Area as a national hub for child sex trafficking. The County established a Human Trafficking Team in June that added deputies, criminalists and an attorney as part of the larger effort led by the Commission. Several other states have issued driving licenses to the non documented drivers and now with the passing of AB 60, California will be issuing licenses. The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is not issuing licenses until Jan 1, Beware of the Scams: 1. Some criminals are asking for up to $1,000 each person to obtain a legal license. 2. Beware of agents claiming that they can help you by paying a fee. Some criminals are posing as DMV personnel, and lawyers with licenses. These imposters are illegally charging for services and licenses. 3. Beware of false DMV websites or How to get a California license web pages. The official website is ca.gov. 4. Criminals are selling false documents to prove birth dates, and residency to present to the Department Motor Vehicle. 5. If you are a victim or know of anyone who is criminally involved please call 911 or contact Crime Stoppers at (408) 947-STOP. How to obtain a license: 1. Written Test: Pass a 36 question test. You can prepare and study the California Driver Handbook which is available in ten languages. ca.gov 2. Take Practice Test: Sample tests can be found on the DMV website. 3. Proper documents: Prepare all your documents to demonstrate the Department of Motor Vehicle when applying for your license that proves your residency and verify your identity. 4. Make an Appoint for your license test. Can make a appoint on line or call DMV customer service at (800) For more information on Crime Prevention tips please visit

8 8 HEALTH EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 American Counseling Association Many people have little idea of who professional counselors really are and what they really do. For most of us, our experience has been limited to the school counselors we ve known, or the mental health professionals we ve seen portrayed on TV. Fictional counselors we encounter through books, movies and television seldom offer an accurate picture of the profession. Their clients are usually crazy people with serious mental and behavioral issues and the counselor s work seldom seems to help. The reality, however, is that professional counselors fulfill a variety of roles, most of which have nothing to do with people being crazy. The people most professional counselors see are simply ordinary folks facing problems that may seem overwhelming, or who are at a place in life where they re feeling troubled or unsure of what to do next. Another misconception is that seeing a professional counselor means someone is weak and in need of being told how to live his or her life. The truth, of course, is that it s a sign of strength to know when to ask for assistance. And a counselor s job is not dictating to clients how to live their lives. What professional counselors do offer is help. Most counselors, for example, base their interventions on the person s strengths, the things he or she is already good at, not on the person s weaknesses and problems. The job of a professional counselor is not to make a person feel uncomfortable, guilty or ashamed. Rather, it s to assist the client in growing, in learning new things, and in discovering how to make changes for the better. The counselor is a facilitator and guide, someone who offers suggestions about helpful directions and possible actions, but not someone who magically provides answers. With a good counselor you should feel safe and comfortable as you discover for yourself the answers that will help you. Counseling is a process that does change and help people. Whether it s dealing with a loss, relationship problems, work issues, child rearing, feelings of anxiety, anger or depression, or any of hundreds of other all too common issues, professional counselors are trained and licensed to provide needed help. You can learn more about what professional counselors have to offer by making an appointment with a local counselor (check your phone directory for the specialties offered in your area) or through the ACA website at GobiernoUSA.gov Una buena alimentación ayuda a su hijo a tener un mejor desempeño en la escuela. El Gobierno ofrece programas de nutrición infantil gratuitos o a bajo costo en más de 100,000 escuelas públicas y sin fines de lucro, guarderías, y jardines infantiles. El Servicio de Alimentos y Nutrición del Departamento de Agricultura de Estados Unidos (USDA, sigla en inglés) administra estos programas dirigidos a niños y adolescentes que asisten a la escuela y que provienen de familias de bajos ingresos. 1. Programa de Desayunos y Almuerzos Escolares Ofrece desayunos y almuerzos nutritivos gratis o a bajo costo. El precio de las comidas dependerá del estado donde usted resida y del nivel de sus ingresos. Si su niño asiste a una escuela inscrita en este programa, tendrá derecho a recibir a diario desayunos y almuerzos durante todo el año escolar. Nota: algunas escuelas también ofrecen meriendas gratis a niños que participan en actividades después del horario escolar regular. Características del programa Está disponible para niños y jóvenes estudiantes menores de 18 años. Se ofrece en escuelas públicas y sin fines de lucro y guarderías. El menú de desayuno y almuerzo es el mismo para todos los estudiantes. Los niños y adolescentes reciben porciones que cumplen con los requisitos nutricionales del USDA. Cómo inscribirse Comuníquese con la escuela de su niño para averiguar qué requisitos debe cumplir y cómo solicitar este programa. Los procedimientos de inscripción pueden variar según la escuela. 2. Programa Especial de Leche Ofrece leche gratis o a bajo costo a niños que asisten a la escuela y no reciben comidas del USDA. El precio de la leche podría variar dependiendo del estado donde usted resida y del nivel de sus ingresos. Características del programa Está disponible durante todo el año en escuelas, guarderías, jardines y prejardines infantiles de medio día. La leche contiene vitaminas A y D, es baja en grasas y cumple con los estándares del USDA. Se sirve el mismo tipo de leche a cada estudiante y la misma cantidad, una taza o un cuarto (¼) de litro. Cómo inscribirse Comuníquese con la escuela de su niño para averiguar qué requisitos debe cumplir y cómo solicitar este programa. También puede contactar a su agencia estatal del USDA (en inglés) para obtener más información sobre los programas de nutrición infantil. Para aprender más sobre temas de nutrición consulte GobiernoUSA.gov, el portal oficial del Gobierno de Estados Unidos en español, que forma parte de la Administración General de Servicios (GSA) de EE.UU.

9 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR RECIPE 9 Combine pudines deliciosos y saludables con los ingredientes de su propia alacena o refrigerador FAMILY FEATURES Hectic mornings, busy schedules and afternoon snack cravings can make it difficult to eat foods that are tasty, healthy and satisfying. Instead of grabbing a bag of packaged cookies or vending machine chips, have a healthy alternative available for you and your family that s delicious and satisfying. Try these tips from Wilton for healthier, tasty treats:»think Greek. With more protein and richness than other yogurt varieties, Greek yogurt can be used in many different ways. Try it in fruit dips or as an alternative for mayo or sour cream. You can even substitute it for some of the butter in baking recipes to reduce calories and fat.» Make it fun. Let kids get creative by using cookie cutters on low-fat cheese slices and whole grain bread or tortillas to build their own snacks. Or, have them make funny faces using natural peanut butter, raisins and fruit, like sliced bananas, apples or pears.»sneak in veggies. Bakers are using veggies more than ever before in new, inspirational baked treats. Many vegetables have a natural sweetness, so your family won t taste the difference during snack time. Try sweet potato cupcakes or carrot and zucchini cookies. Squash and Banana Mini Muffins Makes about 48 mini muffins 1 1/2cups all-purpose flour 1 cup quick oats (uncooked) 2 teaspoons baking soda 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 1 1/4cups thawed frozen pureed winter squash 3/4cup firmly-packed light brown sugar 3/4cup mashed banana (about 2 medium bananas) 1egg 2tablespoons canola oil 1cup dried cranberries Preheat oven to 350 F. Prepare mini muffin pan with vegetable pan spray. In large bowl, stir together flour, oats, baking soda, salt and pumpkin pie spice. In medium bowl, whisk together squash, sugar, banana, egg and oil. Make a well in center of flour mixture; whisk in squash mixture until just combined. Stir in cranberries. Fill cavities 2/3 full with batter. Bake minutes or until toothpick inserted into center of muffin comes out clean. FAMILY FEATURES Qué desea comer alrededor de las 3 de la tarde? Algo salado? Algo crujiente? Algo cremoso, suave y dulce? En estos días, cada vez más personas buscan bocadillos saludables y que llenen para pasar la tarde. Tenemos una opción de bocadillo que probablemente no haya imaginado: el pudín. Cuando está bien hecho, como lo hacía la abuela, se prepara con ingredientes saludables como leche y huevo, y se cocina lentamente hasta que quede cremoso y delicioso. Pudín de banana split Corte una banana por la mitad, a lo largo. Coloque una mitad en una taza pequeña. Con una cuchara, coloque el pudín de chocolate en la taza, y decore con una cereza al marrasquino. Pudín de arroz con arándanos y duraznos En un plato pequeño, forme capas con durazno fresco cortado en cubos, pudín de arroz Kozy Shack y arándanos. Decore con el resto de la fruta. Pudín de chocolate Con una cuchara, coloque el pudín de chocolate Kozy Shack en una taza colorida. Decore con crema batida y una galleta. Almaden Kitchen & Granite Inc. Gabinetes para Cocina Gabinetes para Baño Pisos de Madera, Laminados y Azulejos Partes de Plomería y Electrodomésticos Juego de bañera de 3 Paneles de Piedra Cultivada $299 / set Granito y Mármol Fregaderos y Campanas de Cocina Material de Construcción de Venta al por Mayor y al por Menor 2143 S.10th St., San Jose, CA Fregaderos desde $119 Azulejos desde.59/pc Gabinetes 35% de descuento Lic. #871447

10 10 COMMUNITY EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 Mariachi chorus line during last year s Mariachi Festival. Photo: Dee Rogers. Student and teacher during a trumpet workshop. Photo courtesy: MHC. Cinthia Rodriguez El Observador The Mexican Heritage Corporation is well known for its annual mariachi festival but it also collaborates with other organizations to promote Mexican heritage through art, music, and dance. One of the ways they do that is through their mariachi youth program. The mission of the Mexican Heritage Corporation is to celebrate and preserve the cultural heritage of Mexico and one of the ways we do that is by preserving this art form known as mariachi by teaching it, by presenting it in performance and by creating new ways to sustain its preservation with new generations of Latinos such as finding ways to teach mariachi in the public schools here in San Jose, said Marcela Davison Aviles, executive director of MHC. The mariachi youth program was developed to help students achieve musical proficiency in a school setting and through workshops. MHC worked with educators to create a curriculum that meets the requirements by the state of California Department of Education for preforming arts instruction. This way, the students can be evaluated and given academic credit. There are several elementary, middle, and high schools in San Jose where the program is offered. Mariachi as an art form is difficult to learn to do well, in terms of the repertoire that you have to learn, in terms of the performance techniques that a musician needs to acquire in order to become a successful musician. Learning things like technique, pitch, intonation, learning the discipline of rehearsing every day; learning to be an active listener, learning to read music. All the calculations that you make in your head. It s not easy, said Davison Aviles. These are all skills that if you provide access to students to have the opportunity to learn theses skills, to create something beautiful, to be part of something bigger than themselves, and our data shows it, that that creates a recipe for success. The mariachi youth program has been up and running for 15 years. Aside from celebrating their Quinceñera (a Latin American tradition for a young woman who turns 15 years old) they also have another reason to celebrate; they will have the opportunity to perform at a national policy forum. MHC accepted to work on the White House Initiative for Educational Excellence for Hispanics (WHIEEH). MHC assisted in identifying other educators in mariachi across the country including cities like Chicago, Nashville, Tucson, and Las Vegas. They advised Washington D.C. on who should be at the table to discuss the impact of music education. Most importantly, MHC will provide the entertainment; students from the mariachi youth program will be performing. We re just taking the music that we grew up with and adding it to the mix so that our youth will have access to the same kind of programs that other students from other communities have access to that creates a whole program of success and academic achievement, said Davison Aviles. Special auditions were held to create an all-star band and folklorico ensemble. All students range from 10 years old to 17 years of age. The students will perform on August 27. The two-day forum taking place on August 27 and 28, managed under the US Department of Education, seeks to create outreach, provide information, and focus on best practices in the educational community with regards to closing the Latino academic achievement gap. MHC will share the rationale behind offering access to programs like their own. I know that the key to success for a student to be able to do well in school and create a successful plan to get into college, half of it, if not more, is support at home and parents really being involved with their child, said Davison Aviles. MHC will also present the idea of providing an educational tool that s culturally relevant, and creates an environment in which parents feel they can become more engaged in their child s academic career. Other participants include Michael Butera, Director of the National Music Educator s Association, Laurie Schell, Director of Music Makes Us, Nashville Public School District, and Richard Carranza, Superintendent of Schools at San Francisco Unified, as well as music and entertainment industry executives, non-profit arts leaders, and funders in philanthropy. Mariachi, as an art form, has made such an impact in the US. It has created an opportunity for marginalized Latino youth to succeed through music, said Davison Aviles.

11 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR COMMUNITY 11 El arte de ahorrar Solistas del programa de mariachi juvenil. Foto cortesía de: Mexican Heritage Corporation. Cinthia Rodríguez EL OBSERVADOR La corporación de la herencia mexicana (MHC) es conocida por su festival anual de mariachi, pero también colabora con otras organizaciones para promover la herencia mexicana a través del arte, la música y la danza. Una de las maneras que hacen esto es por medio de su programa mariachi juvenil. El programa mariachi juvenil fue desarrollado para ayudar a los estudiantes a lograr el dominio musical en un ambiente escolar a través de talleres. MHC trabajó con educadores para crear un plan de estudios que cumpla con los requisitos por parte del estado y del Departamento de Educación de California para la realización e instrucción en las artes. De esta manera, los alumnos pueden ser evaluados y recibir créditos académicos. Hay varias escuelas primarias, intermedias y secundarias en San José, donde se ofrece el programa. Mariachi como una forma de arte no es fácil aprender a hacerlo bien, en cuanto al repertorio que tienes que aprender, en cuanto a las técnicas de interpretación que un músico debe poseer para convertirse en un músico de éxito; aprender habilidades como la técnica, tono, la entonación, el aprendizaje de la disciplina de ensayar todos los días, aprender a ser un oyente activo, aprender a leer música, todos los cálculos que realice en su cabeza; que no es fácil, dijo Marcela Davison Avilés, directora ejecutiva de MHC. Éstas son todas las fortalezas que dan acceso a los estudiantes a tener la oportunidad de aprender habilidades de tesis, para crear algo hermoso y ser parte de algo más grande que ellos mismos y nuestros datos muestran que todo ello crea una receta para el éxito. El programa mariachi juvenil ha estado funcionando durante 15 años. Aparte de la celebración de su aniversario número Quince, también tienen otra razón para celebrar, tendrán la oportunidad de actuar en un foro de política nacional. MHC ha sido aceptada para trabajar en la Iniciativa de la Casa Blanca para la Excelencia Educativa de los Hispanos (WHIEEH) MHC ayudó en la identificación de otros educadores en mariachi en todo el país, incluyendo ciudades como Chicago, Nashville, Tucson, y Las Vegas. Se aconseja a Washington DC sobre quién debe estar en la mesa para discutir el impacto de la educación musical. Lo más importante, MHC proporcionará el entretenimiento a todos los estudiantes del programa de jóvenes mariachis. Se realizaron audiciones especiales para crear una banda de estrellas y Folklórico conjunto. Todos los estudiantes que van desde 10 años de edad a 17 años de edad. Los alumnos lo realizarán el día 27 de agosto. Durante el foro de dos días que tendrá lugar el 27 y 28 de agosto, se gestionará según el Departamento de Educación, una búsqueda para crear su divulgación, asimismo proporcionar información y atención en las mejores prácticas de la comunidad educativa, en lo que respecta al cierre de la brecha en el rendimiento académico Latino. MHC compartirá la razón que existe al ofrecer acceso a programas como los suyos. Mariachi como una forma de arte ha creado un impacto tan grande en los EE.UU. Se ha creado una oportunidad para que los jóvenes latinos marginados puedan tener éxito a través de la música, dijo Davison Avilés. MHC también presentará la idea de ofrecer una herramienta educativa que resulta culturalmente relevante, creando un ambiente en el que los padres sientan que pueden participar más activamente en la vida académica de sus hijos. Otros participantes incluyen a Michael Butera, Director de la Asociación Nacional de Educadores de Música, Laurie Schell, Director de la Música del Distrito de Escuelas Públicas de Nashville, y Richard Carranza, Superintendente de las Escuelas de San Francisco Unified, así como ejecutivos de la música y la industria del entretenimiento, y líderes de artes no profit, y amantes de la filantropía. Combinar para salir ganando. Porque si combinas tu seguro de auto, hogar y vida ahorrarás dinero. Te daremos atención personalizada para que logres tu objetivo. Como un buen vecino State Farm está ahí. MEJORA TU ESTADO. LLÁMANOS HOY. statefarm.com Jon Barron, Agent Insurance Lic#: 0D Stevens Creek Boulevard Santa Clara, CA Bus: Fiorentino Ins Agcy Inc Joe Fiorentino, Agent Insurance Lic#: Redmond Avenue, Suite C San Jose, CA Bus: Jim Fosdick, Agent Insurance Lic#: McCray Street Hollister, CA Bus: Gina Lopez Ins Fin Svcs Inc Gina Lopez, Agent Insurance Lic#: 0G Second Street Gilroy, CA Bus: Las pólizas, formularios y notificaciones de State Farm están escritos en inglés. State Farm, Oficina Central, Bloomington IL

12 12 LEGAL CLASSIFIEDS LEGAL CLASSIFIEDS NO. 114CV Clara- In the matter of the application of: Maharshi Roy. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Maharshi Roy has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Maharshi Roy to Jacob Eli Thomas. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 12/30/14 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of August 15, , 12, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Jana Mocak. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Jana Mocak, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jana Mocak to Yana Mocak. THE COURT 1/6/14 at 8:45 am, Probate N. First Street, San Jose, CA A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive August 19, , 12, 2014 NO. 114CV Clara- In the matter of the application of: CU Nguyen. TO ALL INTERESTED PER- SONS: The court finds that petitioner, CU Nguyen, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. CU Nguyen to Jimmy Nguyen. THE COURT 12/30/14 at 8:45 am, Probate August 18, , 12, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Sham Kumar Parmar. TO ALL IN- TERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Sham Kumar Parmar, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Sham Kumar Parmar to Shamsher Singh Parmar. THE COURT 12/23/14 at 8:45 am, Probate August 14, , 12, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Miguel A. Vera Coot. TO ALL INTER- ESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Miguel A. Vera Coot, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Aimee Nictehaa Vera to Aimee Nictehaa Vera Sierra. THE COURT 12/30/14 at 8:45 am, Probate August 15, , 12, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Amber Rodrigues. TO ALL INTER- ESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Amber Rodrigues, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Amber Rodrigues to Amber Fogo. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name 12/2/14 at 8:45 am, Probate July 25, , 12, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Clifford Edward Wong III and Jessica Geneva Cardenas. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Clifford Edward Wong III and Jessica Geneva Cardenas, have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jonathan Jeremiah Cardenas to Jonathan Jeremiah Wong. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before EL OBSERVADOR this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name 12/16/14 at 8:45 am, Probate August 7, , 12, 2014 NO is(are) doing business, Burger Corner; 1101 S.1st St., San Jose, CA 95110; Santa Clara Co. Barrita Corp. 140 E. 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Korea Media Group, Inc El Camino Real #215, Santa Clara, CA This business is conducted by a corporation; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Irene Suh, CEO Korea Media Group, Inc. 5, 12, Clara on 08/13/14 NO. 114CV application of: Mary Elizabeth Serbanic Avila. TO ALL INTERESTED PER- SONS: The court finds that petitioner, Mary Elizabeth Serbanic Avila, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Mary Elizabeth Serbanic Avila to Mary Elizabeth Segovia. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name 11/04/14 at 8:45 am, Probate July 7, 2014 August 15, 22, 29; September 5, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Jhilmark D. Figueroa and Brandie Marie Haas. TO ALL INTER- ESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Jhilmark D. Figueroa and Brandie Marie Haas, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Jasmine Marie Lorette Valdez to Jasmine Marie Lorette Figueroa. THE COURT 12/16/14 at 8:45 am, Probate August 4, 2014 August 15, 22, 29; September 5, 2014 NO. 114CV Clara- In the matter of the application of: Jessica Muñoz and Victor Martinez. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Jessica Muñoz and Victor Martinez, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Victor Emmanuel Martinez to Victor Emmanuel Martinez Muñoz. THE COURT 12/16/14 at 8:45 am, Probate August 5, 2014 August 15, 22, 29; September 5, 2014 NO. 114CV application of:zacky Jun Jian Mai. TO ALL INTER- ESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Zacky Jun Jian Mai, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Zacky Jun Jian Mai to Zack Mai. THE COURT 12/16/14 at 8:45 am, Probate August 8, 2014 August 15, 22, 29; September 5, 2014 NO is(are) doing business, Eunice Acupuncture & Herbs Clinic1340 South De Anza Blvd. #104, San Jose, CA 95129; Santa Clara Co. Chung Eun Kim, 871 Ames Avenue, Palo Alto, CA This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, as of 8/11/14. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Chung Eun Kim August 15, 22, 29; September 5, Clara on 8/11/14 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 NO is(are) doing business, Los Gatos This Week; Saratoga This Week; Campbell This Week; Cupertino This Week; Willow Glen This Week; Palo Alto This Week, 1900 Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA 95124, Santa Clara Co. Wild Media Group, Inc Camden Avenue, San Jose, CA This business is conducted by a corporation; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, as of 02/19/14. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Terrence Wild, President Wild Media Group, Inc. August 15, 22, 29; September 5, Clara on 08/08/14 NO is(are) doing business, Martha s; Martha s Corp; 335 E. Maude Ave., Sunnyvale, CA 94085; Santa Clara Co. Martha s Travel and Income Tax Service Corp. 335 E. Maude Ave., Sunnyvale, CA This business is conducted by a corporation; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Manuel Martinez, CFO Martha s Travel and Income Tax Service Corp. August 15, 22, 29; September 5, Clara on 07/29/14 ORDER FOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION WORKERS COMPENSATION APPEALS BOARD STATE OF CALIFORNIA WCAB No: ADJ SPECIAL NOTICE OF LAWSUIT Ismael Anguiano vs. ACW Management Company, Wifully and Illegally Uninsured; Uninsured Employers Benefit Trust Fund, and Does 1 to 10. Applicant s Petition to serve Elizabeth Moreno, Javier Ramirez, and Javier Ramirez Landscaping been filed herein by Maria E. Guevara, Aubain & Guevara, ALC on April 15, 2014 and GOOD AP- PEARING. It is ordered that the above mentioned defendants be hereby served by publication. To: Defendant, Illegally Uninsured Employer: AVISO: Usted esta siendo demandado.

13 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 La corte puede expedir una decisión en contra suya sin darle la oportunidad de defenderse a menos que usted actue pronto. Lea la siguiente información. 1) A lawsuit, the Application for Adjudication of Claim, has been filed with the Workers Compensation Appeals Board against you as the named defendant by the above-named applicant. You may seek the advice of an attorney in any matter connected with this lawsuit and such attorney should be consulted promptly so that your response may be filed and entered in a timely fashion. If you do not know an attorney, you may call an attorney reference service or a legal aid office. You may also request assistance/information from an Information and Assistance Officer of the Division of Workers Compensation. (see telephone directory). 2) An answer to the Application must be filed and served within six days of the service of the Application pursuant to Appeals Board rules; therefore, your written response must be filed with the Appeals Board promptly; a letter or phone call will not protect your interests. 3) You will be served with a Notice of Hearing and must appear at all hearings or conferences. After such hearing, even absent your appearance, a decision may be made and an award of compensation benefits may issue against you. The award could result in the garnishment of your wages, taking of your money or property or other relief. If the Appeals Board makes an award against you, your house or other dwelling or other property may be taken to satisfy that award in a non-judicial sale, with no exemptions from execution. A lien may also be imposed upon your property without further hearing and before the issuance of an award. 4) You must notify the Appeals Board of the proper address for the service of official notices and papers and notify the Appeals Board of any changes in that address. TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR INTERESTS! Issued by: WORKERS COMPENSATION AP- PEALS BOARD. Name and address of Appeals Board: Workers Compensation Appeals Board. Name and address of Applicant s Attorney: Maria E. Guevara, 1066 West Hedding Street, San Jose, CA Form Completed by: Maria E Guevara, telephone no.: (408) NOTICE TO THE PER- SON SERVED; You are served under CCP (corporation) August 8, 15, 22, 29, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Kei and Jason Worry. TO ALL IN- TERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, Kei and Jason Worry, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Edward Frank Worry to Edward Francis Worry. THE COURT 12/16/4 at 8:45 am, Probate August 5, 2014 August 8, 15, 22, 29, 2014 NO is(are) doing business, Moran s Gardening, 129 Foss Ave. Apt #1, San Jose, CA 95116; Santa Clara Co. Darwin Pinti Moran, 129 Foss Ave. Apt. #1, San Jose, CA This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, as of 8/01/14. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Darwin Pinti Moran August 8, 15, 22, 29, Clara on 8/05/14. ORDER FOR PUBLICA- TION OF SUMMONS AND PETI- TION No CP The finds that the Respondent, Cenovio Guzman, cannot be served in any other manner specified in the California Code of Civil Procedure. The orders that the Summons and Petition be served by publication for: Parental Relationship (Uniform Parentage). This order for publication granted to Petitioner, Blanca Ordaz, on July 18, 2014 at the Superior of CA, County of Santa Clara, 191 North First Stret, San Jose, CA Any questions should be addressed by referring to the Case No. above when calling the attorney for Blanca Ordaz: John M. Padilla, The Padilla Law Firm, (408) August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 ORDER FOR PUBLICA- TION OF CITATION TO APPEAR AT HEAR- ING No AD The finds that the presumed father, Alberto Avina, cannot be served in any other manner specified in the California Code of Civil Procedure. The approved this order for Citation on July 11, 2014; this file was endorsed on July 18, 2014, to be served by publication re: the Adoption Petition of; Pedro C. Delgadillo and Ariana Cuevas, petitioners on behalf of Hermilla Enriquez Avina, a minor. The People of the State of California to ALBERTO AVINA: You are hereby cited to appear at 11:00am on September 8, 2014 in Department 12 at the located at 191 North First St in San Jose, CA. At that time and place, you must show cause why the petition of Pedro Delgadillo and Ariana Cuevas to terminate your parental rights regarding your minor child, Hermilla Enriquez Avina should not be granted. You are further advised that if you appear at the above hearing and wish to have legal counsel but are unable to afford counsel, the court will appoint counsel on your behalf. August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO. 114CV Clara- In the matter of the application of: Athena Huyhn Vo. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Tuyen Thanh Huynh, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Tien Thuy Huynh Nguyen to Athena Huynh Vo. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 12/9/4 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once a week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of July 28, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR LEGAL CLASSIFIEDS 13 NO. 114CV application of: Vanessa Lili Lara Hernandez. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Vanessa Lili Lara Hernandez, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Vanessa Lili Lara Hernandez to Vanessa Lili Hernandez Garcia. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted on 09/30 at 8:45 am, Probate Dept., located at 191 N. First Street, San Jose, CA A copy of the Order to Show cause shall be published at least once weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in El Observador, a newspaper of general circulation, printed in the county of June 11, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Brittany Justine Vasquez AKA Natalia Mariah Vasquez. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioners, David and Rebecca Nunez, have filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Brittany Justine Vasquez AKA Natalia Mariah Vasquez to Brittany Lynn Nunez. THE COURT 12/2/14 at 8:45 am, Probate July 23, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Oanh Hoang Tran. TO ALL INTEREST- ED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Oanh Hoang Tran, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Oanh Hoang Tran to Annie Oanh- Chau Ngo. THE COURT 12/2/14 at 8:45 am, Probate July 24, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO. 114CV application of: Sayif Al Muttairi. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Sayif Al Muttairi, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Sayif Al Muttairi to Sef Mutari. THE COURT 12/2/14 at 8:45 am, Probate July 21, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO. 114CV Clarain the matter of the application of: Alina Anuzis Brown. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Alina Anuzis Brown, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Alina Anuzis Brown to Alinna Anuzis Brown. THE COURT OR- DERS that all persons 12/2/14 at 8:45am, Probate for general circulation, July 21, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO. 114CV Clara- In the matter of the application of: Tuyen Thi Cam Duong. TO ALL IN- TERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Tuyen Thi Cam Duong, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Tuyen Thi Cam Duong to Jessica Tuyen Duong. THE COURT 11/25/14 at 8:45 am, Probate July 22, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO. 114CV Clara- In the matter of the application of: Brooke Ke ala Eustaquio. TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The court finds that petitioner, Brooke Ke ala Eustaquio, has filed a petition for Change of Name with the clerk of this court for a decree changing names as follows: a. Brooke Ke ala Eustaquio to Ke ala La ie Eustaquio. THE COURT 10/7/14 at 8:45 am, Probate June 17, 2014 August 1, 8, 15, 22, 2014 NO is(are) doing business, Hawk Peddle, 560 S. Winchester Blvd., Ste 500, San Jose, CA 95128; Santa Clara Co. Faz Car, Inc, 560 S.Winchester Blvd., Ste 500, San Jose, CA 95128; This business is conducted by a Corporation; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Faz Car, Inc. AJ Rana, CEO August 1, 8, 15, 22, Clara on 7/22/14. NO is(are) doing business, Haggle Point Marketing, 560 S. Winchester Blvd., Ste 500, San Jose, CA 95128; Santa Clara Co. Faz Studio, Inc, 560 S.Winchester Blvd., Ste 500, San Jose, CA 95128; This business is conducted by a Corporation; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Faz Studio, Inc. AJ Rana, CEO August 1, 8, 15, 22, Clara on 7/22/14. NO is(are) doing business, Visual Concept, 560 S. Winchester Blvd., Ste 500, San Jose, CA 95128; Santa Clara Co. VC Investment Gate, Inc, 560 S.Winchester Blvd., Ste 500, San Jose, CA 95128; This business is conducted by a Corporation; registrant has not begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) VC Investment Gate, Inc. AJ Rana, CEO August 1, 8, 15, 22, Clara on 7/22/14. NO is(are) doing business, SAE Consulting, 1346 The Alameda, Ste 7-203, San Jose, CA, 95126, Santa Clara Co. Rossette Ghanem, 405 S. Buena Vista Ave., Apt. A San Jose, CA This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, as of 7/15/14. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Rossette Ghanem August 1, 8, 15, 22, Clara on 7/15/14. NO is(are) doing business, JN Cleaning Service, 1439 Tami Lee Dr. #4, San Jose, CA 95122, Santa Clara Co. Jose F. Platero Chavez, 1439 Tami Lee Dr. #4, San Jose, CA This business is conducted by an individual; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, as of June I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Jose F. Platero August 1, 8, 15, 22, Clara on 7/25/14. NO is(are) doing business, Iglesia Cristiana Efesios 2:19 Familia De Dios, 5755 Via Monte Drive, Apt. A, San Jose, CA Iglesia Cristiana Efesios 2:19 Familia De Dios, 5755 Via Monte Drive, Apt. A, San Jose, CA This business is conducted by a corporation; registrant has begun business under the fictitious business name or names listed hereon, as of 3/9/14. I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.) Iglesia Cristiana Efesios 2:19 Familia De Dios Heriberto Ramos, CEO/ Principal Pastor August 1, 8, 15, 22, Clara on 7/16/14.

14 14 ARTS & CULTURE EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 Image courtesy of the artist, Felicita Norris. San Francisco, CALIFORNIA The San Francisco Foundation and SOMArts Cultural Center present a focused look at the future of the Bay Area visual and media arts landscape, September 2 20, The Annual Murphy and Cadogan Contemporary Art Awards Exhibition showcases the work of promising visual artists from regional Master of Fine Arts (MFA) programs working across disciplines and identifies young artists whose Ohlone College s awardwinning Theatre and Dance Department is looking for actors for the 2014 Fall Theatre and Dance production of Dracula. Auditions: Wednesday, August 27, pm-10pm Call backs: Saturday, August 30, 2014 Smith Center at Ohlone College NUMMI Studio Theatre Mission Boulevard, Fremont ACtoRS: Prepare a 90-second monologue in a British, Cockney or Romanian accent. work intersects with emerging trends. Opening with a reception and awards ceremony Friday, September 5, 2014, 6:30 9pm, awards at 7:00pm, the exhibition surveys new work from the 24 recipients of the competitive Jack and Gertrude Murphy Fellowships and the Edwin Anthony and Adelaine Bourdeaux Cadogan Scholarships Awards, administered by The San Francisco Foundation. The two awards, left to the If you do not have a monologue, you can read directly from the script. Performers of all ages and ethnic backgrounds are encouraged to attend. Rehearsals begin September 2. Dracula opens on October 31 and runs through November 16. Non-equity. No stipend. Director: Michael Navarra - Mr. Navarra works professionally as an actor, director, and producer in both theatre and film, and is a full-time faculty member at Ohlone College. He has directed Dog Sees God, Proof and Jesus Christ Foundation as legacy gifts, provide annual tuition assistance of $5,000 to a number of Bay Area Fine Arts graduate students in support their artistic potential in digital art, film/ video, hybrid practice, installation, mixed media, painting, photography and sculpture. Lex Leifheit, Executive Director of SOMArts commented, Nurturing emerging local artists and new contributors to the cultural fabric of the Bay Area is one of the most vital and rewarding services SOMArts provides. Working in partnership with The San Francisco Foundation allows both organizations to support artists on a scale unprecedented in their burgeoning careers. For San Franciscans, this exhibition is an opportunity to discover artists who are already making meaningful contributions in the Bay Area, and to witness firsthand the impact that our city s scholarship, resources and inspiration can have on artistic excellence. Brian Pittman s mixed media pieces explore the racial tensions still prevalent in our society. His drawings incorporate symbolic materials such as charcoal ashes acquired from Superstar for Ohlone College. For an audition appointment, please contact Michael Navarra at auditions@ ohlone.edu Drop-ins are welcome. a Klansman s charred crosses, flags, vintage newspaper clippings, and grape soda. The resulting multiple layers of ghostly portraits, dark colors, and vibrant lines and splashes create alluring imagery that entices the viewer, as well as reveals the hidden truths of our historical transgressions. Paintings by Felicita Norris depict complex physical and psychological experiences in domestic settings. Luscious and dangerous, subjects, some bound in duress, loom over the viewer in large scale, vibrant color. These subjects simultaneously express a heroic and pathetic quality, evoking a number of different narrative Planes innovadores que incluirán un programa de artistas visitantes en residencia y nuevas exhibiciones San Francisco CALIFORNIA El Museo Mexicano anuncia que comenzará una alianza única con la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), de la Ciudad de México, que entre otras cosas, traerá artistas mexicanos a residir temporalmente a San Francisco. El Museo Mexicano es el principal museo de la costa Oeste y promueve el arte y la cultura de México, Méxicoamericana, chicana y latinoamericana. possibilities that rest on the tension between figures enmeshed in a difficult situation. Brian Dean s black and white photographs are still and silent testimony to the places in the city where urban meets the natural and where the San Francisco Bay Trail intersects our daily lives. Dean s graceful compositions depict the ways that nature and human intervention create new forms and inspiring relationships. Malena Lopez-Maggi explores artificial nature, reframing natural objects and phenomena through highly chromatic objects and images, such as polymer geodes and Andrew Kluger, presidente de la junta de directores del Museo Mexicano, recientemente se reunió con autoridades de la UNAM, en representación del museo, en su visita a México. Entre las autoridades con las que se reunió se encuentran Julieta Ojeda Gómez, consejera del rector de la UNAM; Dra. Gloria Soberón Chávez, directora general de programación de nuevas iniciativas, y Juan Manuel Romero Ortega, director y consejero de innovación universitaria y nuevos proyectos. En las discusiones se incluyó una propuesta que establecería un nuevo programa de artistas visitantes en residencia en colaboración con el Museo Mexicano. Nuestra visión inicial para este programa pionero implica traer artistas de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México a nuestro museo durante el próximo año, dijo Kluger. Cada artista participaría en un programa de cinco días que incluiría su participación en conferencias y clases; llevar a cabo talleres para niños, y ser mentores de artistas jóvenes y talentosos de San Francisco. Adicionalmente la UNAM compartiría sus materiales educativos sobre arte y cultura de México a quienes apoyen y sean amigos de la comunidad del Museo Mexicano. thunder eggs with bright centers and intricately patterned shells. Lopez-Maggi merges observation with imagination to produce forms that reference her immediate environment while evoking a playful otherworldliness. Fellowship recipients were selected three esteemed jurors in the visual arts world including SOMArts Curator and Gallery Director Justin Hoover; Kira Lyons, Associate Director, Wendi Norris Gallery, San Francisco; and Monica Ramirez-Montagut, Executive Director, Newcomb Art Gallery, Tulane University, New Orleans. Por su parte, Sandra Acevedo Hanns, quien ha sido nombrada presidenta por Kluger para dirigir este importante proyecto, dijo: Esta innovadora y significativa colaboración entre el Museo Mexicano y la Universidad pública más grande de México representa una importante alianza. El Museo Mexicano servirá de foco de atención para crear lazos culturales más fuertes entre nuestras dos naciones. Además, está en fase de planeación una serie de exhibiciones donde se presentarán piezas tanto del Museo Mexicano como de la UNAM. Estas exhibiciones especiales permitirán que obras importantes sean compartidas e intercambiadas entre las dos organizaciones como parte de exhibiciones temporales. El Museo y la UNAM también colaborarán en la identificación de profesionales notables y nuevos artistas y escultores, y los invitarán a mostrar su trabajo en el Museo Mexicano.

15 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR FASHION & BEAUTY 15 AKRoN, ohio HISPANIC WIRE Reconocida como una de las estrellas más bellas y queridas de Hollywood y admirada por su sentido del estilo tanto sobre la alfombra roja como fuera de ella, Sofía Vergara se ha asociado con Kay Jewelers, la joyería número uno en Estados Unidos, para lanzar su colección de joyería, Sofia Vegara so Sofia o tan Sofía. Con su nombre tan acertado, esta colección moderna y a la vez elegante personifica el estilo alegre, vibrante y sexy de Sofía con collares y aretes audaces y hermosas pulseras relucientes. Me ha encantado siempre la joyería, desde el día en que nací, dijo Sofía. No me siento vestida sin ella, y ni siquiera duermo sin joyas. Es la forma en que me expreso a mí misma, es parte de mi estilo, mi actitud y la manera en que siento. Mi nueva colección de joyería, SOFIA VERGARA so Sofia, creada en asociación con Kay Jewelers, refleja mi pasión por las joyas, y espero que inspire a las mujeres a expresarse con su propio estilo exclusivo que le anuncie al mundo: Esta soy yo!. La colección incluye prendas como anillos, collares, aretes y pulseras que complementan todos los estilos, que en muchos casos están engarzadas con diamantes y piedras semipreciosas como amatista, tanzanita y topacio. Los engastes de oro de 10 quilates y plata de ley, con sus elaborados detalles, aportan un exquisito toque femenino. Cada prenda también incluye una esmeralda natural secreta que simboliza a Colombia, la bella patria de Sofía. Adecuándose magníficamente con la percepción de Sofía de la joyería como un medio de autoexpresión, la colección está diseñada para que sea perfecta tanto para un día en la oficina como para una velada nocturna en la ciudad. Sofía ha sido nombrada una de las mujeres más talentosas e influyentes en el entretenimiento hispano por The Hollywood Reporter y Billboard Magazine. Es también la única actriz hispana que ha comenzado su carrera en el mercado hispano de Estados Unidos y ha hecho el cross over al mercado general, en el cual ha ganado, y continúa manteniendo, gran popularidad e influencia, ocupando posiciones clave en las listas Power Women y Celebrity 100 de Forbes. En estos momentos se la puede ver todas las semanas en su papel protagónico como Gloria en la serie de ABC, ganadora del premio Emmy, Modern Family, por el cual ha sido nominada cuatro veces a los premios Golden Globe, Primetime Emmy y Screen Actors Guild Awards. Sofía también ha actuado en diversas películas, entre ellas las recientes Fading Gigolo y Chef, con Scarlett Johansson y Robert Downey Jr., y está coprotagonizando con Reese Witherspoon una comedia que se estrenará la próxima primavera. (BPT) Few relationships in a woman s life are as love-hate as the one she has with her high heels. We love them because they look great and make legs appear longer and leaner, helping petite women appear taller and tall women statuesque. The hate, however, comes when the pain begins. High heels are the No. 1 culprit of foot pain for women, according to an American Podiatric Medical Association survey. Nearly half of all women wear heels, and 71 percent of heel-wearers say those shoes hurt their feet, the APMA reports. With many types of heels, like very high stilettos, foot pain is hard to avoid, says Dr. Matthew G. Garoufalis, a podiatrist and immediate past president of the APMA. But it is possible for women to find a happy mid-point between great looks and great pain. the APMA offers some basic guidelines for choosing betterfor-you heels: * Nearly half of heel-owners admit to wearing heels 3 inches or higher. That height, however, shifts body weight forward and puts great pressure on the ball of the foot and the toes. Avoid heels higher than 2 inches. * A high stiletto with a pointy, closed toe is the worst type of shoe for your feet. Instead, choose heels with a generous toe box area and extra cushioning at the front of the shoe. A slight heel or wedge encourages your arch to lift. * Consider wearing supportive shoes during your commute and changing into high heels after you arrive at the office. This will help minimize the time your feet spend in heels. * Kitten heels are a goodlooking, foot-friendly option for heel wearers. With a heel height typically less than 1 inch, kitten heels deliver a bit of height without the pressure that higher heels can cause. * Be extra careful when wearing platforms or wedges, as these styles can compromise your balance and stability. Very high shoes may lead to ankle rolls and falls. Choose lower platforms and wedges that secure with ankle straps. * During warm weather, peep toes tempt women to show off pretty pedicures. Be aware, however, that peep toes can cause toes to slip forward or overlap, and may even push nail edges into skin, causing an ingrown toenail. * If you experience persistent foot pain, see a podiatrist. Feet shouldn t hurt all the time, and if they do it may indicate injury, irritation or illness. You can search for a podiatrist in your area by visiting the APMA website. Finally, even if you re like the average American woman and own nine pairs of high heels, don t wear them every day. Daily heel-wearing can cause the Achilles tendon (the strong tendon at the back of your ankle) to shrink, increasing your risk of an injury while doing activities in flat shoes, including exercise.

16 16 ENTERTAINMENT EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 MIAMI Prince Royce y Roberto Tapia unieron sus talentos para lanzar la versión Banda del tema Soy El Mismo que acaba de estrenarse en itunes PARADE + FESTIVAL AUGUST 31 - LABOR DAY WEEKEND $10 GENERAL ADMISSION $5 CHILDREN UNDER 12 ESCENARIO LATINO NORTHERN CALIFORNIA S 2ND LARGEST & MOST DIVERSE PRIDE CELEBRATION! y en la radio Regional Mexicana. La canción debutó en el #1 del listado Regional Mexicano de itunes el pasado martes (Link a itunes: www. smarturl.it/soyelmismo- Banda). Cuando se me ocurrió que este tema sería buenísimo en banda, claro que lo primero que hice fue llamar a mi compa Roberto Tapia para ver si la quería cantar conmigo y cuando le dije que buscaba productor para la canción, el me dijo que el se encargaba de la producción PARADE: BROADWAY & 14TH 10:30 AM FESTIVAL: BROADWAY & 20TH 11AM - 7PM DOMINGO 31 DE AGOSTO DOWNLOAD THE CLUB 21 OAKLAND APP FOR IPHONE/ANDROID FOR PRIDE NEWS Tania Soto en Vivo (LA DOBLE DE JENNI RIVERA) VALENTINO S GO GO DANCERS BANDA EN VIVO DJs Y MAS STAGES WITH PERFORMANCES DJ S, GO GO DANCERS AND MUCH MORE así que todo fluyó perfectamente para que se diera esta colaboración, expresó Royce. El tema compuesto por Prince Royce y Daniel Santacruz y lanzado originalmente en bachata, fue producido por Roberto Tapia y Genaro Aguirre Tapia en estilo banda. Ambos artistas grabaron sus vocales para esta nueva y refrescante versión y así quedó plasmado un dueto muy especial. Desde que trabajamos juntos en La Voz Kids Royce y yo tenemos muchísima confianza, nos llevamos muy bien y cuando me propuso la colaboración me pareció una magnífica idea. Enseguida le dije que contara conmigo. Me encanta la canción y estoy feliz que a la gente también le esté gustando, añadió Tapia. Hace unas semanas Royce invitó a Tapia como artista sorpresa para cantar el dueto junto a una banda sinaloense en su concierto en el Nokia Theatre en Los Ángeles. La presentación emocionó a la audiencia y marcó la primera vez que los artistas cantaron el tema en vivo para un público. La versión original de Soy El Mismo alcanzó el #1 en el listado tropical de Billboard. El cantante nicaragüense promociona en México su álbum como solista (NOTIMEX) El cantante nicaragüense Don Sevilla expresó que su nuevo álbum como solista A donde sea, el cual promociona, habla de un viaje para descubrir el entorno que cada ser humano tiene. En entrevista con Notimex, el intérprete comentó que su vida está dedicada al ciento por ciento a la música, ya que desde pequeño su sueño era obtener un lugar en el gusto del público con sus canciones. Soy nicaragüense, a los 17 años vine a México a estudiar, trabajé con una banda de rock e hice dos álbumes. Después firmé con la disquera, comenzamos a planear el álbum solista, para mí era un sueño planearlo y ahora que es realidad aún no me la creo. El disco cuenta con 10 temas inéditos, así que el público ya puede adquirirlo tanto en físico como en digital. Además, incluí un cover de Alejandro Matamoros, es el son cubano Lágrimas negras, quise hacer una versión mía muy particular, con un arreglo diferente, destacó. El intérprete añadió que su primer sencillo A donde sea se grabó en Nicaragua, bajo la dirección de Silvio Valladares, y muestra una mezcla de imágenes en las que baila al ritmo del tema. Fue un sencillo natural, desde que lo compuse y lo grabé dijimos que era una rola que de forma inmediata atraparía a mis seguidores, además de que es mi favorito, apuntó. Don Sevilla continuará en México con la promoción de su nuevo disco, para después proseguir su gira por Costa Rica y Guatemala. Asimismo, ofrecerá talleres sobre la creación musical y la industria de la música, me gusta compartir los conocimientos y de esta forma sigo aprendiendo.

17 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR MOVIES 17 Inspired by a true story, When the Game Stands Tall brings to life the incredible winning streak of the De La Salle High School football team: 151 straight victories over 12 years. All along the way, as Coach Bob Ladouceur builds his seemingly invincible national powerhouse, he has emphasized purpose and significance rather than streaks and titles. But when real-life adversity leaves the team reeling, the Spartans must decide if the sacrifice, commitment, and teamwork they have always trusted in can rebuild what is now disintegrating around them. Starring Jim Caviezel, Michael Chiklis, Alexander Ludwig, Clancy Brown, and Laura Dern. Co-directors Robert Rodriguez and Frank Miller reunite to bring Miller s visually stunning Sin City graphic novels back to the screen in SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR. Weaving together two of Miller s classic stories with new tales, the town s most hard boiled citizens cross paths with some of its more reviled inhabitants. SIN CITY: A DAME TO KILL FOR is the follow up to Rodriguez and Miller s 2005 groundbreaking film, FRANK MILLER S SIN CITY. Mia Hall (Chloë Grace Moretz) pensaba que la decisión más difícil que tendría que tomar sería el seguir sus sueños musicales en Juilliard, o continuar un camino diferente para estar con el amor de su vida, Adam ( Jamie Blackley). Pero lo que debía ser un tranquilo paseo familiar, lo cambia todo en un instante y ahora su vida pende de un hilo. Atrapada entre la vida y la muerte en un día revelador, a Mia solamente le queda una decisión por tomar, que no sólo definirá su futuro, sino su destino.

18 18 VIBRAS / GREEN LIVING EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 Oración de los Inmigrantes a Santo Toribio Romo Mario Jiménez Castillo El Observador Toribio Romo González( ) nació en Santa Ana de Guadalupe, Jalostotitlán, Jalisco, México. Sus padres y demás familia se ocupan en labores agrícolas. Desde muy niño se observó su vocación hacia el sacerdocio. Su hermana María siempre le apoyó y gracias a ella se animó a ingresar al Seminario Auxiliar de San Juan de los Lagos. Ya en el seminario y siendo un adolescente comenzó su gran obra: auxiliaba a los enfermos, procuraba alimentos a los más necesitados, era compasivo con los animales y brindaba protección a los huérfanos, inmigrantes y desamparados. A los 21 años de edad ingresó al Seminario de Guadalajara. En 1927 siendo ya sacerdote, fue trasladado a la Parroquia de Tequila, en esos años había estallado la guerra de los cristeros, las autoridades civiles y militares perseguían con severidad a los sacerdotes, se les acusaba de exaltar a las masas en contra de la opresión militar y del gobierno. Tequila era un municipio peligroso para vivir siendo párroco o sacerdote. Santo Toribio se las ingenió para celebrar misas clandestinas y atender a los fieles católicos en una fábrica abandonada. Su hermano Román que también se había ordenado como sacerdote estaba con él y su hermana María les ayudaba a ambos en su misión religiosa. En 1928 tuvo que esconderse pues su vida corría peligro, le buscaban para asesinarlo, una noche sus verdugos dieron con su escondite y le acribillaron. Estuvo agonizante por varios minutos y antes de morir le confesó a sus hermanos que había ofrecido su vida a cambio de un cese de hostilidades contra los sacerdotes y la fe católica. Santo Toribio murió como mártir de la fe cristiana el 25 de febrero de En el año 1948 sus restos fueron trasladados del panteón municipal de Tequila a la capilla construida por él mismo en Jalostotitlán. Miles dan testimonio de sus milagrosas intervenciones, especialmente en asuntos migratorios, existen millares de testimonios de fieles que dan fe de la ayuda que han recibido del Santo, quién por decreto popular es proclamado el Santo de los inmigrantes. En 1922 fue Beatificado y el 21 de mayo del año 2000 fue canonizado. Roddy Scheer & Doug Moss EarthTalk The Antarctic continent, roughly the size of the United States and Mexico combined, is composed of rock covered by glaciers some 16,000 feet thick. The glaciers form from fallen snow compacting into successive layers of ice, and they eventually move downhill toward the coasts and calve into the ocean as icebergs and eventually melt out into the sea. Antarctica and Greenland combined hold about 99 percent of the globe s freshwater ice. According to the National Snow & Ice Data Center, the result of the entire Antarctic continent melting out completely would be sea level rise of about 200 feet around the world, which could in turn lead to untold devastation. While no one can be sure how hot things will get as a result of global warming, most climate models don t forecast conditions hot enough to cause the wholesale melt-out of Antarctica. In fact, the British Antarctic Survey (BAS) reports that the East Antarctic Ice Sheet, which constitutes about twothirds of the world s southernmost and iciest continent, is remaining relatively stable, with some slight melting that is balanced out by new winter snows. Because East Antarctica rests on rock that is higher than sea level, it is unlikely to collapse. In fact, East Antarctica s ice cover may thicken moving forward due to predicted increases in snowfall amounts over the coming decades. But on the west side of Antarctica, ice across an area roughly the size of Texas called the Amundsen Sea Embayment (ASE) is already thinning rapidly in large part as a result of surrounding waters warming up due to changing ocean circulation patterns. Many scientists believe that these ocean changes are happening as a result of human-induced global warming as well as thinning of the stratospheric ozone layer. This is an area that has always caused glaciologists concern, because here the bedrock beneath the ice is a long way below sea-level and the ice is only kept in place because it is thick enough to rest on the bed, reports BAS. Thinning of the ice around the coast could lead to glacier acceleration and further Padre Santo, tú que enviaste a tu hijo a proclamar el reino de cielos entre nosotros, y él obediente a tu voluntad llevó a cabo la misión que le encomendaste. Te pedimos por intercesión de Santo ToribioRomo, que cuides y protejas a nuestros familiares que han partido a tierras lejanas en busca de superación propia y de nuestras familias, cuídalos de todo mal, bendícelos en salud y en trabajo y haz que se mantengan firmes en la fe, creyentesen las bondades del cielo y sean fieles testigos del amparo del Señor Jesús. Ilumínales con la santa y bienaventurada luz del Todopoderoso. Amén. thinning of the ice sheet. Essentially, the ice sheet may be unstable, and the recent pattern of thinning could be a precursor to wholesale loss of the ASE ice sheet. Meanwhile, researchers from NASA and UC Irvine studying the ASE ice sheet report a continuous and rapid retreat of glaciers there and think that there is no [major] obstacle that would prevent the glaciers from further retreat. They worry that within a millennium and perhaps as soon as two centuries, the ASE could melt out entirely leading to between four and 10 feet of sea level rise around the world if moderate warming models prove to be correct. Of course, we can all play a role in preventing such scenarios by reducing our carbon footprints. Take fewer airplane trips. Buy organic food. Walk, bike or take public transit to work. If you must drive, get a hybrid or electric car. Wear a sweater instead of turning up the heat. And urge legislators to push new laws that limit greenhouse gas emissions by industry, utilities and other big polluters. It may be now or never.

19 AUGUST 22-28, 2014 EL OBSERVADOR TECHNOLOGY 19 (StatePoint) Being a parent in today s technological age means having to keep your kids safe in so many new spaces. It also means being able to take advantage of new technologies to make your life a bit easier. If you re a modern mom or dad, here are several new tools and gadgets to consider. Stroller 2.0 Whether it s a cup of hot coffee or your cell phone, the luxury of having two hands for stroller-wielding can be elusive. The 4moms origami stroller ( the spaceship of baby strollers actually folds and unfolds at the touch of a button and can even power your gadgets. It has generators in its rear wheels that charge while you walk, as well as a docking station to charge a smartphone, and LCD display screen with mileage counter and temperature gauge. Safety features include daytime running lights, pathway lights and child safety sensors. Juggle-Proof Gear When you re juggling young cargo, the first thing to let slip from your hands will be your devices. Keep your smartphone, tablet and laptop protected from inevitable drops. Check out Tech21 ( a leader in impact protection. Their Impact Mesh case features a patented D3O polymer that locks on impact, and the Impact Shield with Anti-Glare offers screen protection with an anti-glare filter that is perfect for trips to the park. Smart Home When you re out of the house, maintain peace-of mind with a smart home system that allows you to monitor and control virtually everything in your home from a computer, tablet or mobile device. Iris from Lowe s (www. Lowes.com/Iris) allows users to receive a personal text when kids arrive home or when a door is opened, view real-time video of what s happening throughout the house, ensure stoves and electronic devices, such as TVs during homework time are turned off, cool down the house before coming home and more. Protecting Memories Protecting your digital content suddenly seems more important when you have a baby. Those photos and videos of those early months are irreplaceable. A G-Technology hard drive can help moms and dads store and protect photos, videos and other digital content. The company s G-DRIVE mobile and slim portable drives are sleek and stylish, with up to 1TB capacity and 7200 rpm hard drives for super-fast transfers. Even professional photographers and videographers rely on Photo: (c) Monkey Business - Fotolia.com G-Technology s high-performance drives to protect data, so you know those precious baby shots will be safe and sound. Information is available at com. Functional Gear For new parents, ensuring your everyday items are as functional as possible is a key to easy parenting. Check out Kensington ( which offers fun and affordable tech gadgets. The newly released Portafolio Me for ipad Mini and Comercio Me for ipad Air are customizable cases that add a personal touch to your devices. You can even upload your favorite family photo to create your own sleek, lightweight and protective case. Don t let parenting logistics get the best of you. Be savvy and take advantage of new tools that offer assistance.

20 20 SPORTS EL OBSERVADOR AUGUST 22-28, 2014 (NOTIMEX) El futbolista mexicano Carlos Vela, quien jugó tres temporadas a préstamo con Real Sociedad, se convirtió oficialmente en jugador del club español, después de varias negociaciones con el inglés Arsenal. Después de duras negociaciones con la directiva de los Gunners, el mexicano ya es cien por ciento jugador de Real Sociedad, convirtiéndose en el fichaje más caro de la historia del conjunto txuri urdin. Ahora que el futbolista francés Antoine Griezmann milita en el Atlético de Madrid, la directiva de Real Sociedad no permitió que otro de sus futbolistas estrella dejara el equipo y se desmantelara el conjunto blanquiazul. Por ello y por su calidad, su capacidad goleadora, sus ganas de permanecer en el conjunto blanquiazul y por la afición, Jokin Aperribay, presidente de la Real, viajó a Londres e hizo lo necesario para que Vela no abandonara Donostia. Carlos Vela, quien viste la camiseta blanquiazul, ha jugado 125 partidos en los cuales ha logrado 45 goles y cada día se encuentra mejor de la fascitis plantar que le ha tenido de baja toda la pretemporada. (NOTIMEX) Encabezada por la doble medallista olímpica y ex campeona mundial, la sinaloense María del Rosario Espinoza, este miércoles viajó la selección de taekwondo que participará en los Abiertos de Argentina y Costa Rica. La delegación nacional, conformada por 24 exponentes, hará la primera parada en Buenos Aires, Argentina, donde competirán los días 23 y 24 del presente mes, en tanto en Costa Rica el torneo se disputará del 29 al 31. Ambos certámenes otorgan puntos para la clasificación mundial, con miras a lograr un sitio en los Juegos Olímpicos Río de Janeiro 2016, en Brasil. Además de los puntos que buscarán para mejorar su posición en el ranking, esta gira también servirá para conformar las selecciones que competirán en el Campeonato Panamericano, que concede 40 unidades para la clasificación, y el Abierto Mexicano, que se efectuará del 11 al 15 de septiembre en Aguascalientes. Antes de subir al avión que la trasladaría a Argentina, Rosario Espinoza señaló que su meta en esta gira es conseguir los 10 puntos que están en disputa tanto en Argentina como en Costa Rica; asimismo, señaló que estos torneos le servirán de preparación con miras a su participación en el Abierto Mexicano. Finalmente, junto con Espinoza Espinoza también viajaron Uriel Adriano, Briseida Acosta, Itzel Manjarrez, Jannet Alegría, Jessica Chávez, Paulina Armería y Diana Lara. Completan el equipo Victoria Heredia, Anel Félix, Ana Olivan, Linda Torres, Marco Riaño, Johann Rodríguez, Saúl Gutiérrez, Abel Mendoza, Isaac Torres, Idulio Islas, René Lizárraga, Damián Villa, Carlos Navarro, César Rodríguez, Misael López y Salvador Álvarez.