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Marisol Muñoz-Kiehne, Ph.D.

La humanidad posee dos alas. Una esla mujer, la otra es el hombre.

Hasta que las alas no estén igualmente desarrolladas la humanidad no podrá volar.

La figura femenina evoca infinidad de pen-samientos y sentimientos. Ha inspirado innumerables poemas, canciones, y libros, a través de lahistoria, y alrededor del mundo.

Marzo se ha designado el Mes Internacionalde la Mujer y el Mes Nacional de la Historia dela Mujer, y hacemos un alto para reconocerles di-recta y públicamente. Aprovechemos estas fe-chas para expresar nuestra apreciación yagradecimiento a todas las señoritas y señoras,niñas y doñas quienes a través de su presencia yparticipación contribuyen al progreso de la hu-manidad.

Los papeles que desempeñan las mujeres ennuestra sociedad son de vital importancia y noreciben la atención que merecen. De hecho,aunque sus aportaciones familiares y culturalesson esenciales, muchas niñas y mujeres sonmenospreciadas, descuidadas y maltratadas enhogares, comunidades, y hasta en centros esco-lares y laborales.

Si bien hemos progresado en reconocer elvalor de las perspectivas y obras femeninas,queda mucho por hacer. Muchas de nuestrasniñas y adolescentes muestran deficiencias en suauto-estima y desconfianza en sus capacidades.Los aspectos negativos del machismo, y las in-fluencias sociales que tratan a la mujer como ob-jeto sexual, perjudican el desarrollo sano denuestras chicas. Si hemos de alentar a nuestrasniñas a crecer, florecer y rendir frutos, debemoseliminar las limitaciones obsoletas y darles aconocer ejemplos de mujeres que demuestranque ¡sí se puede!

Celebremos el presente y el porvenir denuestras niñas y jóvenes, y festejemos a las mu-jeres de nuestra historia pasada y en proceso.Recordemos que aún las "supermujeres" necesi-tan ayuda, apoyo, aliento... y amor. Reconoz-camos, honremos, y ayudemos a las niñas,jovencitas y mujeres en nuestras familias y co-munidades, por el bien de todos. Y enseñémoslea los niños, con nuestro ejemplo, a valorar los es-fuerzos de las mujeres en sus vidas, todos los díasdel año.

Recomendaciones1. Prestemos atención a nuestra manera de

hablar, para no excluir o comunicar inferioridad

a lo femenino.2. Evitemos imponer trabas al liderazgo de

nuestras niñas y mujeres. 3. Alentemos su participación en ciencias y

deportes, así como en actividades tradicional-mente femeninas.

4. Alentemos a las niñas a expresar sus sen-timientos y sus pensamientos.

5. Conozcamos las amistades de nuestrashijas para reconocer posibles influencias positi-vas o perjudiciales.

6. Planifiquemos eventos para honrar a lasmujeres del pasado y presente de nuestra familia.

7. Dediquemos espacio en nuestros hogarespara fotos y obras de mujeres y personajes fe-meninos.

8. Aprendamos sobre mujeres que han con-tribuido a la sociedad mediante su inteligencia yesfuerzos.

9. Eduquemos a nuestra familia sobre mu-jeres destacadas de nuestras tierras de origen.

10. Demostremos gratitud a las niñas y mu-jeres de nuestra vida con palabras y gestos.

11. Mantengámonos en contacto con nues-tras niñas y mujeres que viven lejos.

12. Fomentemos la apreciación y agradec-

imiento, y desalentemos las quejas y críticas a lasniñas y mujeres.

13. Compartamos tiempo agradable connuestras niñas.

14. Recordémosle a nuestras niñas con pal-abras y actos que las amamos tal como son.

15. Ofrezcamos apoyo y ayuda a las mujeresde nuestra familia y vecindario.

Recursos* ALAS (Alternativas para Latinas en Auto-

suficiencia) (www.minegocito.org)* Girl Scouts del Área de la Bahía- (510)

562-8470 x301 (www.girlscoutsbayarea.org) * Girls Inc- (510) 521-1743, (510) 357-5515,

(510) 232-5440 (www.girlsinc.org) * Mujeres Unidas y Activas (www.mujere-

sunidas.net)* www.soylatina.org Sitio bilingüe para

niñas entre 9 y 14 años.

Escuche a la Doctora Marisol en Nuestros Niñoslos domingos de 8 a 9 AM en La Kalle 100.7/105.7FM,KBBF La Nuestra 89.1FM, KLOK Tricolor 99.5FM,José 107.1FM y KMBX 700AM. Para más informa-ción, llame al 1-866-99NINOS y visite www.nuestros-ninos.com.

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Rica pasta con crema de salsa de tomate, horneada con queso ricotta sazonado y con una capa de queso mozzarella. Servido con Ensalada

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Alentando y Honrando a Nuestras Niñas y Mujeres

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By Hilbert Morales - El Observador

Replenish The American People

By Jim Beall, Jr.California State Assemblymember, 24th District

Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau counts America's popula-tion.

It is important that each person in California be counted so our statecan get its rightful share of federal money for education, hospitals, roads,and employment training. Less federal money means fewer dollars forour cities and counties to pay for programs and schools. Over a decade,Santa Clara County can lose about $2 million for every 100 people whoare not counted.

The result of the census also decides how many members Californiawill have in Congress. And it is important for the state to know its mi-nority populations in order to draw legislative districts.

All information collected by the U.S. Census Bureau is private.Under federal law, the bureau cannot share its information with any othergovernment agency.

Census questionnaires will be mailed beginning March 17th. TheCensus Bureau has selected April 1 as "Census Day.'' Responses to thequestionnaire should reflect your household, as it exists on that day.

The census form is simple and takes only 10 minutes or less to com-plete. If you need help filling out the form call toll-free, 1-866-872-6868,or visit www.2010census.gov to find a questionnaire assistance site inyour neighborhood. Census workers are available to sit down and com-plete the survey with you.

If you fail to complete a census form, a census taker will visit yourhome sometime in May or July to complete the count of your household.

So, please fill out your questionnaire and mail it in. California iscounting on you!

My observation is that our civic leaders at alllevels are taking for granted that the Ameri-can people are willing to be governed by

elected officials who continue to ignore those economic re-alities which impact us all. Another observation is that thosewho communicate with me are reaching the end of their pa-tience. My conclusion at this time is that enough is enough.It is time to begin to deal with our reality at all levels. Let'sbegin with corporations who receive entitlements known assubsidies. I recommend that all subsidies to any corpora-tions be reviewed to determine the subsidy support levelbeing provided. In certain cases, 'sunset schedules' could beestablished. I am aware that our domestic pharmaceuticalfirms enjoy a national monopoly, which results in higherretail purchase prices from domestic locations, while thevery same prescription drug may be obtained beyond ournational borders at lower prices. That is simply not fair tothe American consumer nor does it permit competitive mar-ket pricing. Next, let's perform a comprehensive survey ofall subsidies to American agribusinesses. A recent docu-mentary established that in the Gulf States it may be more'profitable' for a landowner to not let a sharecropper culti-vate a crop (in this case, rice) because the current land bankpays that landowner adequately for letting that land remainfallow. This is absurd because a sharecropper who wantedto grow rice was denied a livelihood (gainful employment).

The current health insurance industry needs to be re-viewed comprehensively. The first step is to invoke a re-quired federal monitoring effort and policy to establish whatis really happening. A recent 39 percent health insurancerate hike by one vendor was simply a red flag that mightindicate unlawful profiteering. The private health insuranceindustry sector is interested in only one thing: maximizingprofits realized. There seems to be no real motivation to de-velop insurance products, which enable insuring those 47million Americans who currently have no health insurance.The Obama Administration has rightly pointed out that ifcurrent health insurance costs continue to rise, the entireAmerican economy will not be able to absorb those rate in-creases and remain globally competitive. Maybe our federalgovernment should really address the need to establish auniversal health care system such as that of Canada.

The current focus by the Obama Administration on theformulation of a comprehensive health insurance policy isbeing viewed as an attack on the current status quo. Ourelected officials in Congress have permitted lobbyists to in-fluence their rhetoric as well as their vote. It seems to methat certain elected officials in both the Senate and theHouse of Representatives need to be declared to have a con-flict of interest because they have accepted too much healthinsurance special interest funding support. One way to neu-

tralize the influence of lobbyists is to establish new votingstandards for Senators and Representative in Congresswhich prohibit these elected officials to vote on a policywhere special interest money, however supplied, has cre-ated an unreasonable conflict of interest, which does notallow for that elected official to continue to deal effectivelyand objectively with the common weal. The supply ofmoney by corporate sources is diverting representative gov-ernance systems towards being a special interest tool, whichdisregards the people being governed.

The private health care insurance sector would do itselfand our nation a great service if it would focus on the cre-ation of a universal health care service product that tookcare of all residents and still allowed for a reasonable returnon investment. When the private sector leaders do not dothat, then it is appropriate for our federal government totake care of the people's needs in a business like manner.

Elected officials are the representatives of the peoplewho permit them to be governed as established by ourAmerican Constitution. This leads me to that recent deci-sion by the U.S. Supreme Court, which removed all restric-tions to the ability of corporations to influence with theirresources (money) any and all policy development and theelection of the people's representatives. The Supreme Courtjustices neglected to consider that a corporation is not ahuman resident citizen who can vote. It is a legal organiza-tion established to conduct business, which maximizes em-ployment and profits. It cannot register to vote, thereforeits influence on public policy which impacts all residentsmust be subject to governance by reasonable application oflaws and regulations.

The financial industry, as a consequence of not beingcomprehensively monitored and regulated effectively, cre-ated those 'derivatives', which were overvalued. These de-rivatives almost created a global financial system collapse.Today, it is the ordinary American citizen who is sufferingand abandoning mortgages because of no commerce sus-taining 95 percent employment levels. The level of faith,trust, and confidence in our social, political, and economicsystems has been severely damaged by the greed andavarice displayed by corporate leaders who have forgottento keep Americans gainfully employed. The American Con-sumer economy has been severely damaged. Our govern-ment and our corporations need to collaborate and addressthose activities, which replenish the American peoplethrough establishing an active economy, which is stable,globally competitive, and permits advancement throughmeritorious services provided. There is an extreme need toreplenish the American people.Δ

"Census Day"

|4| MAR 5 -11, 2010 | www.el-observador.com Community

By Osvaldo CastilloEl Observador

Residents of Santa Clara Countyhave recently been having a diffi-cult time trusting those who swore

to protect them. This is especially true in thecity of San Jose.

Martin Monica says he plans to change thatby running for sheriff this election year.

"If I am elected, I will make sure that alldeputies are trained to work with the commu-nity on problem solving," Monica says. "Whenwe do not work together, we all lose. I believewe all need to work as a team."

Martin has 18 years experience in law en-

Candidate Will Work to Improve Community/Police Relationsforcement and is committed to the safety of thosein the community. He believes that communityinput and participation during the public hearingprocess helps guarantee success in enhancing thequality of life for all citizens.

"One of my top priorities is the safety of ourchildren and our senior citizens," Martin says. "Iarrested a police sergeant for child molestationeven in face of being fired for this arrest. The po-lice sergeant was married to a city council mem-ber and she told me that if I continued with thearrest I would lose my job, and that they are onlymigrant children. I followed through with the ar-rest and was removed from my position, this iscommunity work at its highest."

He was the former Chief of Police of the cityof Parlier and says he is committed to helping im-migrants.

"I was the first police chief in California toaccept the marticula for identification," Monicasays.

His other priorities include a zero tolerance

for drugs and weapons to ensure a safe learningenvironment for children, a strong emphasis oncommunity policing, and a commitment to ani-mal rights and environmental laws.

Monica participates in several communityactivities including the annual Cesar Chavezwalk, and La Raza Roundtable's monthly meet-ings.

"I have lived in Santa Clara County mywhole life and participate in many neighborhoodassociations," Martin says.

He has Master's degrees in Public Adminis-tration and Education.

"I also have a BA in Social Work from SanJose State, and I have been tentatively acceptedinto my doctorate program in education and lead-ership," Martin says.

Art Calderon of Calderon Tires and JoseMendoza of the Men's Warehouse in the Tropi-cana are some of Monica's endorsements.

For more information on Martin Monica visitwww.martinmonica.com.

By Cinthia Rodriguez – El Observador

Soon after Haiti’s experience with adeadly earthquake, the president, actorsand news stations asked the people of

the United States to help the island. A phone callis enough to make a donation, volunteering is anoption and even a text message helps raise money.While all those options are used, Mi Pueblo FoodCenter decided to launch a small campaign at eachof its 14 locations to raise $100,000 . In less thana month, the goal was reached.

“I am very proud of my employees and cus-tomers for giving from a penny to giving a dollar,”said Juvenal Chavez, CEO, Mi Pueblo Food Cen-ter.

The idea of spending money at a restaurantseemed like a waste of money to Chavez’s wifewhen she realized that she would rather see it goto the victims of the Haitian earthquake. She sug-gested raising money for them, and that’s whatthey did.

“Mi Pueblo along with Juvenal Chavez andhis employees decided to do more than justwatch,” said San Jose City Councilmember NoraCampos, District 5. “They decided to take imme-diate action to help the victims of this tragedy.”

The money that was raised went directly to theRed Cross Silicon Valley Chapter. They were pre-sented with the check of $100,000, which was oneof the largest checks they have received so far.

“We’re making sure that the people have thevery basics; food, water, shelter and support. Weare alsoreuniting families,” said Barb Larson,CEO, Red Cross Silicon Valley Chapter.

The chapter shared its gratitude towards MiPueblo Food Center and is working with 30 otherinternational Red Cross chapters. A lot more is leftto do considering that Chile recently experiencedan earthquake with a greater magnitude than thatof Haiti’s.

“We are figuring out how we can help Chile,”said Chavez. “And it would only be in a matter ofweeks.”

Local Grocery Stores Donate$100,000 to Haiti Relief Fund

www.el-observador.com | MAR 5 -11, 2010 |5|Community

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By Osvaldo CastilloEl Observador

Trust builder, honest and unafraid.These were just a few of the qualifi-cations that several community mem-

bers discussed on February 25 at a meetingregarding the selection of a new San Jose PoliceAuditor. The meeting was held at the RooseveltCommunity Center. and was put together byAvery and Associates (a public sector executiverecruiting firm hired by the city of San Jose tohelp with the selection process), and by the cityof San Jose Resources Department.

Early this year, Avery and Associates con-ducted a search for a qualified candidate to fillthis position. However, several members of thecommunity were not satisfied with the recruitingmethods used by Avery and Associates.

"It is important and critical to get the com-munity's input on this process because this is avery important position," said Paul Kimura ofAvery and Associates.

Avery and Associates came up with theirown criteria and qualifications for an ideal can-didate to fill this position.

The qualifications are: A strong sense ofcommunity and experience working with a di-

verse community. Experience with law enforce-ment and the auditor's office. A good set of inter-personal skills and a strong ability tocommunicate both verbally and in writing.

"This person must also have very strong an-alytical skills," Kimura said.

Small groups were created in which the com-munity members discussed qualifications thecandidates should have. For the most part, the re-sults from these groups discussions where similarto the conclusions of Avery and Associates.

But there were a few key differences. Thecommunity members did not want someone whohas experience working with the police officersauditor's office, or someone who has politicalambitions.

"I want someone who is not afraid of thePOA (Police Officer's Association)," said com-munity member Bea Mendez. "I want someonewho will follow a lead to its conclusion and notbe afraid to get fired."

Avery and Associates has wrapped up the ap-plication process and is going to use the data re-ceived from the community to write a report,which it will present to the City Council. The re-port is intended to aid the council in choosing thenext auditor.

Panels will also be created to assist the coun-cil in the selection process. However, it is thecouncil that will make the final decision on who

will be San Jose's next police auditor.

Community Sets Criteria For New Police Auditor

Community members discuss qualifications new police auditor in San Jose.

|6| MAR 5 -11, 2010 | www.el-observador.com Health

SAN JOSE - The coalition that developed thefirst-ever universal children's health program -Working Partnerships USA (WPUSA), the

Santa Clara Family Health Plan and the Santa Clara ValleyHealth & Hospital System announced the launch ofHealthy Workers, a breakthrough that extends affordable,comprehensive, no-deductible coverage to small busi-nesses and their employees in Santa Clara County.

Healthy Workers targets Santa Clara County smallbusinesses with two to 50 employees, which do not cur-rently provide health care coverage. Employees must livein the county to be eligible, work at least 20 hours perweek and earn less than $18 an hour. Members will receivecare from a network of public and private providers in-cluding Valley Medical Center, county and communityclinics. The Santa Clara Family Health Plan, which admin-isters Medi-Cal, Healthy Families and Healthy Kids andhas nearly 120,000 members, will also manage and coor-dinate enrollment for Healthy Workers.

The cost of the Healthy Workers is roughly half thecost of other comparable health insurance plans that offerthis level of benefit. Monthly premiums for employers are$150 per covered worker and employees contribute an ad-ditional $75.

"While Congress debates health care, Santa Clara

County is moving forward to provide medical coveragefor our workers," said Assemblymember Jim Beall, whospearheaded the state enabling legislation for the program."I encourage our small business employers to join theHealthy Workers plan. It's a good deal for their employees,and it's a good deal for their bottom line."

"Healthy Workers is another manifestation of our mis-sion to provide access to health care for the people of SantaClara who are least able to afford it," said Elizabeth Dar-row, CEO of Santa Clara Family Health Plan. "We willcontinue to seek opportunities to offer affordable coverage,including Healthy Workers, which extend coverage to theuninsured of our county."

Previously, the coalition partners collaborated on de-velopment and implementation of the Children's HealthInitiative, which enabled virtually every child in SantaClara County to receive health coverage and has spreadthroughout most of California.

The Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors unani-mously approved healthy Workers in 2007 under the lead-ership of Supervisor Liz Kniss.

Healthy Workers has already received significant sup-port from the local small business community includingformal endorsements from a dozen local chambers of com-merce.

Por Rosario Vital - El Observador

El 1ero de marzo se puso en vigencia y a prueba un programa queofrece cobertura médica a bajo precio para pequeños negociosque no pueden pagar seguro a sus empleados.

El Programa de Salud de Trabajadores desarrollado por la Asociaciónde Trabajo USA (Working Partnership) en unión con el Plan de Salud delCondado de Santa Clara y el Sistema de Salud y Hospitales del Valle deSanta Clara hicieron posible este trabajo que contó con la aprobación de laMesa de Supervisores del Condado de Santa Clara.

Este programa de salud estará disponible aproximadamente a unos 90mil trabajadores que no cuentan con seguro médico y quienes trabajan enpequeños negocios del Condado.

Para ser elegible al programa, un negocio debe tener menos de 50 em-pleados y no debe tener cobertura médica, pagar un impuesto deducible de$150 por cada empleado. El empleado pagaría solo $75 y el resto lo cubreel Plan de Salud del Condado.

"Este un plan piloto que si tiene éxito se va a extender a otros condados",explicó Maricela Carillo.

Se requiere que los trabajadores laboren 20 horas por semana, que ganenmenos de $18 la hora. Este programa fue revelado el pasado 1 de marzo enel Hospital Valley Medical Center en San José.

Dennis King, Director de la Camara Hispana de Comercio dijo que vana hacer una gran tarea entre todos los negocios que tiene su red. "Consideroque los empleados en pequeños negocios son la extensión de la familia ypienso que es importante que los propietarios contribuyan con esto", dijoKing a El Observador.

Los pequeños negocios interesados pueden informarse sobre este pro-grama llamando al (408) 410-0811.

"Esto es una buena respuesta por parte del Condado de Santa Clara encuando a reforma de salud. Creo que hemos estado esperando algo similaren Washington por años. Es un buen comienzo para manejar la crisis de lostrabajadores no asegurados", dijo Elizabeth Darrow, CEO de Santa ClaraFamily Health Plan.

Healthy Workers provides affordable health program for small businesses in Santa ClaraCounty

Plan para trabajadores no asegurados A "voluntad" del empleador

El Dr. Alfonso Banuelos a lado de su equipo médico se une a formar parte de este seguro para cubrir el bienestar de los trabajadores.

www.el-observador.com | MAR 5 -11, 2010 |7|Immigration

Por Rosario VitalEl Observador

"Tenemos que demostrar que aún podemos.La reforma migratoria no está muerta mientrasno se haga el último intento", dijo VíctorCristóbal. Por su parte José Sandoval de Volun-tarios de la Comunidad dijo, "El CongresistaLuis Gutiérrez está haciendo un gran esfuerzopor pasar una reforma. ¡No se rajen!”. Este co-mentario surge a raíz de los últimas noticias ac-erca que la reforma ya murió.

Líderes y grupos comunitarios piden quepara el próximo 21 de marzo se aliste a participar en una marcha masiva en los EstadosUnidos. La marcha principal se hará en Wash-ington DC y El Observador ofrecerá una cober-tura especial.

En la ciudad de San José se ha previsto unaserie de marchas que tendrán el mismo día y ala que el público está invitado a participar.

En San JoséA las 12:45 personas partirán de cuatro

diferentes iglesias de San José. Virgen deGuadalupe,(2020 E. San Antonio St) SagradoCorazón (325 Willow St), San Leo (388 RaceSt) y San Patricio (389 E. Santa Clara). Los par-ticipantes están programados llegar al ParqueCésar Chávez a las 2pm donde se hablaránlíderes de nuestra comunidad.

Desde San José viajará una delegación de

unas 500 personas que se une a la marcha quetendrá lugar frente a la Casa Blanca.

“La marcha del 21 de Marzo es la últimaoportunidad para actuar, para impulsar y lograruna reforma migratoria y también para salvar alos millones de familias de del terror de lasredadas, detenciones y deportaciones”, dijoCésar Juárez de SIREN.

“Si no tomamos las medidas concretasnecesarias, nuestras comunidades sufrirán lasconsecuencias de las deportaciones, la deso-lación y la desesperanza”, Gerardo Dominguez.

La reforma de inmigración podría ayudar auna recuperación sólida de nuestra economía.La fijación del quebrado sistema de inmi-gración es un eslabón fundamental para la fi-jación de nuestra economía. La reforma integralde la inmigración pondría a la economía sobreuna base más estable, un impulso vital para larecuperación, y aumentar los salarios paratodos.

“La reforma migratoria es parte esencial deesa estrategia. Queremos dejar de lado el par-tidismo y el juego de Washington para hacercumplir su promesa de arreglar nuestro sistemaroto de inmigración. Si no es ahora, ¿cuándo?El Congreso debe actuar para resolver nuestrosproblemas más difíciles”, explicaron los gruposcomunitarios.

Mayores detalles de la marcha (408) 453-0003 ext 111 (408) 394-7475 y (408) 2031696.

"No se rajen"Todos a marchar el 21 de marzo

Washington, DC

At a time when Congress is miredin stalemate, local law enforce-ment leaders from three very dif-

ferent communities across the nation gatheredtoday on a telephonic press conference to re-mind Congress and the Administration thatnow is the time to fix the broken immigrationsystem through comprehensive reform. Theyexplained how the current system underminespublic safety and law enforcement, and ex-pressed their view that comprehensive immi-gration reform is needed to restore control andorder to the chaotic system.

Sheriff Richard Wiles of El Paso County,TX; Lisa Womack, Chief of the Elgin, IL Po-lice Department; and Chief Sam Granato ofthe Yakima, WA Police Department calledupon Congress to demonstrate leadership andto reform the immigration system in order torelieve the burden on local law enforcement,protect Constitutional and civil rights, andpreserve the community trust that is thebedrock of effective law enforcement. (Readthe full article online www.el-observador.com)

Law Enforcement Leaders Callfor Federal Government to Fix Immigration System

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Por Rosario Vital - El Observador

Que se viene un sismo grande se viene ycon fuerza. Lo que no sabemos es paracuándo y el lugar exacto. En un sismo lo

que matan son los edificios que se desploman y no elterremoto en si. Expertos explican que las construc-ciones en algunas ciudades del Área de la Bahía en sumayoría son antiguas.

"En San Francisco, San José y Berkeley hay milesde viviendas y edificios vulnerables que pueden caeren un terremoto tan potente como el ocurrido en Chile.Las construcciones son madera, los pisos son blandosy los garages están en el primer piso. En el sismo deLoma Prieta el 30% de la viviendas quedaron severa-mente dañadas ", dijo el Ingeniero Eduardo Fierro,Presidente de BFP en San Francisco y especializado enla construcción de edificios antisísmicos.

El pasado 27 de febrero nuevamente la tierravolvió a temblar. Esta vez en Chile con una magnitudde 8,8 a las 3:34 de la mañana según lo reportó el In-stituto Geológico del los Estados Unidos. Esta desgra-cia natural ocurrió mes y medio después que undevastador terremoto destruyera gran parte de Haití.

Como consecuencia de este terremoto se levantóla alerta de "Tsunami" en Hawaii y en las costas delPacífico.

¿Qué debemos esperar?Los expertos advierten que debemos prepararnos

para lo peor, así cita el presidente del Instituto Geofísicodel Perú, Ronald Woodman en una entrevista en el di-ario peruano de El Comercio

"Todo lo que sucede geológicamente vuelve asuceder", explica Woodman en referencia al terremoto

de 1,746 que desapareció muchos pueblos del paísAndino. "Vamos a tener un tsunami con la misma in-tensidad que tuvimos en el pasado, lo único que nos fa-vorece es que cuanto más grave es la situación, menosfrecuente es. Sismos como los que acaban de sucederen Chile ocurren una vez cada doscientos años",dijoWoodman.

CaliforniaChile es más propenso a los terremotos que Cali-

fornia. Allí se producen los terremotos más devasta-dores sin embargo los expertos no creen que un sismode magnitud 8,8, ocurra en California porque la placade Nazca está básicamente en América del Sur.

Según un reporte de la NASA el sismo de Chile hacambiado la rotación completa de la Tierra y ha acor-tado la prolongación de los días en el planeta.

El séptimo sismo más potente en la historia ocur-rido en Chile ha acortado a 1.26 milésimas de segundosde acuerdo al científico Richard Gros de la NASA.

Poderosos terremotos han alterado el eje de laTierra en el pasado. El sismo en Sumatran de 9.1 en el2004 el cual trajo un mortal tsunami. Este fenómenoacortó los días de la tierra a 6.9 microsegundos andmodificado su eje a 7cm.

Mano a mano con ChileResidentes chilenos del Área de la Bahía organi-

zan un evento benéfico denominado "Mano a ManoCon Chile" el cual planea juntar en las próximas cuatrosemanas un mínimo de 10 mil dólares para apoyar alos miles de damnificados del fuerte terremoto ocurridoen Chile, La acción benéfica está programada para eldomingo 7 de marzo a las 6:pm en la Peña CulturalBerkley localizada en la 3105 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley,CA 947005

By Cinthia Rodriguez - El Observador

We know that tectonic plates are constantly moving. They play a role in whatgoes on in the World, but there is no way of knowing how serious themovement that occurs during an earthquake can be. If the movement does-

n't disorient you, a toppled building will remind you of what just happened. To make matters worse, a building could have easily survived unless it hasn't been

upgrated. Building that do not meet the standards are still around. San Francisco is oneof the cities that still have them.

"There are plenty of vulnerable buildings in San Francisco that would fall over if astrong earthquake were to hit," said Eduardo Fierro, structural engineer and President ofBFP Engineers, Inc. On February 27, a second significant earthquake has been recordedin less than two months. The first was in Haiti and with no change in hemisphere; Chilehas become the latest location. According to the United States Geology Survey, the earth-quake was of an 8.8 magnitude that begun at 3:34am.

There was a high concern for tsunamis all along the Pacific, especially in Hawaii.The waves were closely watched in hopes that there wouldn't be a repeat of the deadlytsunami following a 9.1 magnitude earthquake in Sumatra in 2004.

Experts have said that one way to prepare is to expect the worse. Ronald Woodman,President of the Institute of Geophysics of Peru, agreed with that statement during an in-terview with "El Comerico," a peruvian newspaper.

"Everything that happens geologically, happens again," said Woodman. "There isgoing to be another tsunami with the same intensity that we've had in the past. The onlything on our side is how bad the situation was. There are fewer earthquakes like that inChile, that occur around every 200 years."

It is safe to say that the old building in San Francisco can remain standing for yearsas long as they stay there. In a country like Chile, where an earthquake is likely to strike,the buildings wouldn't stand a chance. Chile has experienced some of the worst earth-quakes in history. It has been host to seven deadly earthquakes. Experts don't feel thatway about California.

According to a report done by NASA, Chile's earthquake didn't harm California, butrecently it did change Earth's movement. It has also shortened the days on Earth. 1.26milliseconds, explained Richard Gross of NASA.

¿Quién sigue?

El terremoto de 8,8 de magnnitud en Chile ocurrido el pasado 27 de febrero ha dejado más de 800 muertos. ¿Está California lista para resistir algo así?

Who is Next?

www.el-observador.com | MAR 5 -11, 2010 |9|Community

By Gil Villagrán, MSW

AU.S.-Mexico treaty in the midst ofWorld War II to bring Mexicanmen to work on U.S. farms and

railroads created the Bracero Program. Ironi-cally, only a few years earlier almost one mil-lion Mexican immigrants had been deported bythe same U.S. government, now eager for Mex-ican "arms" (brazos), hence the common termfor these now eagerly welcomed "guest work-ers". These workers began arriving in 1942 andby the end of the war in 1945 about two millionbraceros worked their one-year contracts, re-newable for a second year if needed by the con-tracted farmer or rail company.

All braceros were voluntary workers, eagerfor any job at any wage as the U.S. Stock Mar-ket-caused economic Depression of the 1930saffected Mexico almost as much as it did theU.S., since so much of Mexican industry wasU.S. owned or controlled. Workers were re-cruited by newspaper and radio advertisementin many Mexican cities, but word-of-mouthreached even rural villages were men neededwork to feed their families. Thus a mass migra-tion of men lined up for days, even weeks at atime at Bracero recruiting centers, often industy fields along railroad lines facing North.

Most of the men had done farm and otherhard labor all their lives, thus any job was wel-comed without question or reservation of thework or location.

The men had to pass a basic physical healthexam, prove by their calloused hands that theyhad worked hard, and accept their fate in any

contract assignment, any location, and work asmany hours as required. The pay was usually50 cents an hour, working hours were supposedto be eight hour days, but once in the fields orworksites, it was not uncommon for longerdays, including Saturdays, and to be short-changed, or charged for work tools, clothing,blankets, or to be driven to nearby towns ondays off to buy supplies or to get a meal thatwas not the routine supplied by employers inliving quarter cafeterias.

After the war, the program, popular withemployers as well as Mexican workers, contin-ued until 1964, totaling four million contracts.The termination of the program was advocatedby many on both sides of the border for differ-ing reasons, including charges of racism andexploitation of the workers (hence the exhibitname: Bittersweet Harvest), to charges thatbraceros were used to impede efforts by theUnited Farm Workers Union and other labor ac-tivists to improve wages and working condi-tions of crop workers.

The Mexican Heritage Corporation, in part-nership with the Smithsonian Museum ofAmerican History, Brown University, GeorgeMason University, and University of Texas-ElPaso, presents the exhibit. The CastellanoFamily Foundation, the City of San Jose, in co-operation from History San Jose, sponsors it lo-cally. The exhibit will continue until Saturday,May 2, with an Opening Reception hosted bySan Jose Councilwoman Nora Campos onMonday, March 8, at 6 p.m.

"Bittersweet Harvest"Bracero Exhibit at Mexican Heritage Plaza

Para la segunda quincena de marzo todos loshogares deberán haber recibido un cues-tionario con una serie de preguntas gen-

erales sobre los residentes de esa dirección. Elcuestionario deberá llenarse y ser mandado por correopara el 1º de abril, el Día del Censo.

Estos son cinco puntos esenciales que debes sabersobre el censo de 2010.

1. El censo beneficia a tu comunidadLos datos recopilados por el Censo ayudan a des-

ignar más de 400 mil millones de dólares en fondos fed-erales para la construcción de hospitales, centros decapacitación laboral, escuelas, y otras obras públicas.Además ayudan a determinar el número de escañosque tiene cada estado en la Cámara de Representantes.

2. 10 preguntas en 10 minutosEl cuestionario que recibirán todos los hogares del

país, incluyendo Puerto Rico, es el más corto desde queel Gobierno federal llevó a cabo el primer censo en 1790.De hecho toma menos tiempo que llenar una solicitudpara una tarjeta de crédito. El formulario incluye pregun-tas como cuántas personas viven en el hogar, si son deorigen hispano, así como la edad y raza de los resi-dentes.

3. Es seguro y confidencialLa Oficina del Censo tiene prohibido compartir re-

spuestas individuales con agencias locales, estatales ofederales. Cada empleado del Censo se compromete,bajo un juramento válido de por vida, a no divulgar la in-formación personal de los participantes. Divulgar estainformación podría resultar en un encarcelamiento decinco años y hasta 250 mil dólares de multa o ambascosas.

4. Algunos cuestionarios son bilingüesCon el fin de asistir a comunidades con altas con-

centraciones de hispanohablantes, la Oficina del Censoplanea mandar cuestionarios bilingües a 13 millones depersonas.

5. Es obligatorioParticipar en el censo es un acto de responsabilidad

cívica y parte de la democracia. Pero además es oblig-atorio, independientemente del estatus migratorio de losresidentes. Los cuestionarios deben mandarse para el1º de abril. Los hogares que no lo hagan recibirán unsegundo cuestionario. De no regresarlo recibirán la visitade un trabajador del Censo, quien intentará recopilar lainformación en persona.

Fuente: GobiernoUSA.gov

5 cosas que debes saber sobre el censo de 2010

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Informe del Comité de Ciudadanos de Supervisión de Bonos

ANTECEDENTES

A raíz de la aprobación de la Medida F en marzo de 2002 (con el 69% de votos a favor), los votantes permitieron que el DistritoEscolar Unificado de San José emitiera bonos de obligación general por un total de $429 millones de dólares con el objetivo dereparar y rehabilitar las escuelas locales en el transcurso de 6 a 9 años. Los bonos, incluyendo intereses, se están pagando en unlapso de 30 años a través del aumento temporal en la tasa del impuesto predial. Cada una de las escuelas del Distrito utilizaráparte de dichos bonos para obras de mejoramiento.

COMITÉ DE CIUDADANOS DE SUPERVISIÓN DE BONOS (CBOC POR SUS SIGLAS EN INGLÉS)

La Medida F también requirió la creación de un Comité de Ciudadanos de Supervisión de Bonos (CBOC por sus siglas en inglés)cuyo cargo legal es analizar e informar de manera dinámica y eficaz cómo se está gastando el dinero de los contribuyentes enobras de construcción escolares en conformidad con los proyectos que aprobaron los votantes.

SITUACIÓN

Durante el año fiscal 2008 (del 1º de julio de 2008 al 30 de junio de 2009) se gastaron aproximadamente $47 milones en laconstrucción de proyectos de la Medida F, dejando un total de alrededor de $27 millones para llevar a cabo otros proyectosdignos de consideración que se indicaron en la Medida del Bono.

AUDITORÍAS FINANCIERAS Y DE DESEMPEÑO

La empresa Moss Adams, LLP llevó a cabo una auditoría de desempeño con respecto al uso de los fondos del bono del DistritoEscolar Unificado de San José y la empresa Vavrinek, Trine, Day & Co. LLP llevó a cabo una auditoría financiera con respectoal uso de los fondos del bono del Distrito Escolar Unificado de San José. Ambas auditorías fueron satisfactorias de acuerdo alcriterio de los auditores.

PROYECTOS IMPORTANTES QUE CONCLUYERON EN EL AÑO FISCAL 2008

Un nuevo edificio de Ciencias, edificios nuevos de salones de clases y de oficinas administrativas, modernización de salón deusos múltiples, modernizaciones a salones de clases y mejoras al campo atlético.

PARA OBTENER INFORMACIÓN ADICIONAL Y REVISAR LA SITUACIÓN DE PROYECTOS ESCO-LARES INDIVIDUALES, POR FAVOR VISITE NUESTRO SITIO EN INTERNET DE DESEMPEÑO DEBONOS ESCOLARES EN: www.sjusd.org/school/district-new/info/C121

Comité de Ciudadanos de Supervisión de Bonos

Presidente: Jim Kateley Miembros: Sherri Al-Ashari, Jill Grellman, Christopher Henriques, Amy Huddlestun, Paul Lyles,Shelly McNamara, Michael Smith, Kelly Snider y Gina Whitson.

La Mesa Directiva del Distrito está solicitando la participación de personas que deseen fungir como miembros del Comité deCiudadanos de Supervisión de Bonos (CBOC por sus siglas en inglés) para los fondos de bono de la Medida F y la Medida C.Al final de un periodo de dos años como miembro, la persona podrá presentar una solicitud para ofrecer sus servicios por un pe-riodo de dos años adicionales si así lo desea. El objetivo del CBOC es informar al público todo lo que respecta a la manera enla que se gastan los ingresos del bono. Actualmente este comité se reúne de cuatro a ocho veces por año, los lunes por la tarde.Si usted desea una solicitud para participar en este comité, por favor comuníquese con Diane Duenas al 535-6053 o envíele unmensaje de correo electrónico a: diane_duenas@sjusd.org. Las solicitudes se seguirán aceptando hasta que se llenen todos lospuestos.

Nuevo edificio de oficinas administrativas y salones declases de la Primaria Trace

Nuevo edificio de Ciencias de la Academia San José

Modernización de salón de clases de la Secundaria Willow Glen

Nuevo edificio de oficinas administrativas de la PrimariaAnne Darling

Modernización de salón portátil de la Primaria Reed Modernización de salón de Ciencias de la Preparatoria Gunderson Campos escolares de la Secundaria Hoover

Emisión de bonos de la Medida F del Distrito Escolar Unificado de San José

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Por Rosario Vital - El Observador

Mario, Samo y Pablo llevan más decuatro años compartiendo suslargas horas de viaje y pasan de

concierto en concierto difundiendo su música.¿Todo cambió? A pesar de la fama y los cientos

de premios y presentaciones estelares que le hatocado protagonizar, a Camila la vida no le hacambiado.

Camila puede subirse al escenario de even-tos internacionales más difundidos en los Esta-dos Unidos como a un evento en las esquinasde Story y King en San Jose, tal como ocurrioó

Camila en el barrio

el pasado 27 de febrero. Camila se solidarizó con el pueblo chileno y dijo estar dis-

puesto a participar en conciertos benéficos a favor de unpueblo que los popularizó y los trató de maravillas para llegara donde están.

"Me he enterado de esta desgracia y quiero expresar misentir por esta tragedia que lo ha tocado vivir al pueblo deChile", dijo a EO el integrante Pablo.

Camila interpretó sus populares temas como "Mientes" yel publicó disfruto de la buena música y la firma de autógrafosque fue posible gracias a Verizon Wireless.

Camila está en México y tiene una gira programada en mu-chos países de latinoamérica.Δ

En su corta visita Camila encantó a todo el público latino.

Sustainable Vegetable GardeningWhen: Wednesdays, February 10th -March 17th, 7:00 - 9:00pmWhere: Guadalupe River Park & Gar-dens Visitor & Education CenterInfo: (408) 298-7657 or visitwww.grpg.org

San José: Paintings by Wayne JiangWhen: Until May 30, 2010Where: History Park in San JoseInfo: www.historysanjose.org or call408 287 2290

Peace Corps Information Night:South BayWhen: March 15, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pmWhere Santa Clara Central Park Libraryin Santa ClaraInfo: www.peacecorps.org or (510)452-8444

AZTEC DANCE!When: Every Tuesday From 7 pm to 9pmWhere: MACLA Theater 510 South 1stStreet, San JoseInfo: (408) 998-2783 orwww.maclaarte.org

"Pride and Passion: The African-American Baseball Experience," WHEN: Exhibit runs February 6 - March12, 2010 WHERE: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Li-

brary 150 E. San Fernando St., San Jose Info: www.sjlibrary.org/prideandpas-sion

Gathering of Native AmericansWho Will Tell Our Story?When: March 06 from 10 AM - 7 PMWhere: Evergreen Valley College, Gullo113095 Yerba Buena Road, San Jose CA95135Keynote Speaker: Joely Proudfit, Ph.D., Info: Agnel Riotutar 408 445-3400x245

Fertility, Pleasure and Harmony inOur LivesWhen: March 13-15, 2010Where: National Hispanic University inSan JoseInfo: 408-768-3247

SAVE THE DATEThe Opera of San JoseWhen: September 11, 2010 - May 8,2011Where: California Theatre in San JoseInfo: 408-437-4450

Ragged Wing Ensemble presents:"The World Premiere of HANDLESS"Written and directed by Amy SassWhen: Feb. 26 - March 27, 2010Where: Central Stage, 5221 Central Ave.(near Costco) Richmond, CA 94804

Info: 1-800-838 - 3006 orwww.raggedwing.org

Bittersweet Harvest: The BraceroProgram When: February 20 - May 5, 2010Where: Mexican Heritage Plaza GaleriaRegular Exhibit Hours 8:00 am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

"Fragmentos de Perú" Contempo-rary Art of Claudio Talavera-BallonWhen: February 8th through March7th, 2010. Monday 12 - 8; Tuesday 10 -8; Wednesday -Saturday, 10 -6; Sun-day 1-5.Where: Berkeley Public Library's CentralCatalog Lobby.Info: 510-981-6100 or www.berkeley-publiclibrary.org.

Citizenship and Immigration PrideDayWhen: April 17Where: Center for Employment Trainingin San JoseInfo: (408) 534-5215

Good Samaritan Hospital StrokeRehabilitation FairWhen: March 4, from 2:00 pm- 4:30pmWhere: 15891 Los Gatos-AlmadenRoad, Los Gatos

Info:Christine.Calara@hcahealthcare.com

Silicon Valley Water ConservationAwardsWhen: March 22, 2010, 11 am-1 pmWhere: Applied Materials in SantaClaraInfo: (415) 882-7252 x 302 orpeter@tuolumne.org

Free Workshop for Job SeekersWhen: Thursday, March 11, 5:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m.Where: Milpitas Library, 160 NorthMain Street, Milpitas Info: (408) 262-1171

Joseph and the Technicolor Dream-coatWhen: Fri 3/5 - 7:30 PM, Sat 3/6 & Sun3/7 - 2PM, Fri 3/12 - 7:30 PM, Sat 3/13 & Sun 3/14 - 2 PMWhere: Throckmorton TheatreInfo: 415 383.9613Mano a mano con ChileAyudemos al país hermanoDía: 7 de marzoHora: 5:00pmLugar: Peña Berkeley3105 Shuttuck Ave. BerkeleyDonación: $20Informes: (510) 299-7769Todo el dinero es para losDamnificados

Día Internacional de la Mujer Marcha y FestivalDía: Sabado, 6 de marzoHora: 11: amInfo: Cihuatl.Tlatocan@gmail.com(408) 408-421-1096Inicia : Parque Roosevelt(Calles Santa Clara & 19th)1pm Final de RutaBiblioteca Latinoamericana(Calles 1st & Oak)FestivalHora: 1-4pm FestivalWashington UnitedYouth Center(1st St & Oak St)

Feria de Trabajo para estudiantesDía: Sábado 6 de marzoHora: 10:00 am - 2:00pmLugar: Alma Community Center136 W. Alma Ave.

Las mujeres que soyDía: Sábado 6 de marzoHora: 6 pmLugar: Redwood City Women's Club149 Clinton St. Redwood City, CA 94062Donativo : $40Lo recaudado va a organizaciones enpro de la mujer y V-Day.Info: (650) 581-1099www.circulocultural.org

¿Por qué no te callas?Comedia política

Día: 7 de marzoLugar: Marriot de Santa Clara2700 Mission Blvd.Santa ClaraBoletos: (408) 796-2282

Clases de costuraUna alternativa para establecerun negocioDías: martes y miércolesHora: 5:00 pm a 8:00 pmLugar: CET701 Vine st. San Jose, CASalón 129Info: 408.287.7924

"Papers" o "Papeles"Actuación especial de Jesus NavarroOchoaCampesino pianista Día: 10 de marzoHora: 5:30pmLugar: Evergreen Community College3095 Yerba Buena Rd.San JoseInfo: (408) 453-3003 ext. 112

Talleres para buscar empleoDía: Jueves 11 de marzoHora: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.Lugar: Biblioteca de Milpitas160 North Main StreetMilpitas (408) 262-1171

¿Necesita hacerse ciudadano?Le enseñan cómo llenar los documentosDías: Todos los lunesHora: 3:00 pm - 6:45pmLugar: East San José Carnegie BranchLibrary1102 E. Santa Clara St.San José, CA 95116Info: (408) 396-0017

Aviso de Reunión Comunitaria Parque MariposaDiálogo sobre el diseño de un nuevomini-parque Día: Jueves 11 de marzo del 2010Hora: 6:30 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.Centro para Personas MayoresLugar : 266 Escuela AvenueInformes: (650) 903-6311.

Clases de NutriciónDía: Todos los sábados(por 6 semanas)Hora: 11:30am-1:30pmLugar: McKinley Community Center651 Macredes AveSan Jose, CA 95116

Let The Eagle Fly(Historia de César Chávez)Drama musical de la vida de CesarChavezA cargo de Chavez Family VisionDías: Hasta el 10 de marzoCosto: $20 - $50Lugar: San Jose City College Theatre2100 Moorpark Ave.

Taller informativo de CiudadaníaA cargo de la Oficina de InmigraciónDía: 24 de marzoHora: 5 pm - 7pmLugar: Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Li-brary150 E. San Fernando StreetSan José, CA 95112

Día de CiudadaníaDía: Sábado 17 de abrilHora: 8:30 amLugar: CET701 Vine St.San Jose

"Guárdame un espacio en el Cole-gio"Dan hasta $2,500 por estudianteBecas para estudiantes del 6to al 12dogradoVisita www.collegecampaign.orgInformes: 1-800-459-9586.Fecha límite: 15 de marzo

Exhibición de BracerosLugar: Galería del Mexican HeritagePlaza1700 Alum Rock, San Jose, CADías: Hasta el 5 de mayoHora: 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLunes a Viernes

¿Necesita Comida?Telefono: 1-800-984-3663SecondHarvestFood.org

Servicios de InmigraciónOrganización de San José que ayuda ainmigrantesS.I.R.E.NLugar: 1425 Koll CircleSuite 109Teléfono: (408) 453-3003San Jose, CA 95112(Entre la 4ta. Y Gish)www.siren-bayarea.org

TOLTEKAYOTL: Raíces IndígenasExhibición a cargo del historiador LuisGovaDía: Martes a sábadoDe: 10 am a 4pmLugar: San Jose City College2100 Moorpark (esquina con Bascom)A espaldas de las canchas de Raquet-ball

Registre su CELULARPara recibir alertas en caso de emer-genciaLa información se recibe en españolvisite www.alertscc.gov

Nuestra EscuelitaFiesta de CarnavalDía: 27 de marzowww.nuestraescuelita.orgLugar: 405 South 10th StreetSan José CA 95112

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www.el-observador.com | MAR 5 -11, 2010 |13|Health

By Hilbert Morales - El Observador

This coming Thursday, March11,2010 is WORLD KIDNEY DAY.On that day the National Kidney

Foundation will once again hold free screen-ings, called the Kidney Early Evaluation Pro-gram (KEEP) conducted all over the nation.

Those at risk may include those who havehigh blood pressure, diabetes, and, or, a familyhistory. According to a recent 'Dear Abby' an-ecdote, an individual who voluntarily went to a

KEEP site learned that his kidney was not fil-tering properly.

This knowledge was the reason to see hisdoctor and prevent further kidney disease de-velopment. That individual feels that his lifewas saved when his doctor advised him aboutdiet and exercise changes as well as medicationadjustments. Those of you who would want tohave more information regarding kidney dis-ease and free screenings may log ontowww.kidney.org.

(NAPSA)

Fast-food signs beckon when hungryfamilies spend hours in the car, zip-ping from soccer practice to debate

team and doctor appointments to piano les-sons.

But fries and soft drinks won’t provide theenergy and nutrients that families need, saysChef Kathleen Daelemans, author of The NewYork Times best-selling cookbook “CookingThin with Chef Kathleen: 200 Easy Recipesfor Healthy Weight Loss.”

“Families today are so busy,” Daelemanssays. “But curbing carbs for convenienthunger relief isn’t the only option.”

Daelemans, who herself struggled withweight loss for years before shedding 75pounds, says the best way to stick to a healthylifestyle is by planning ahead. That way, youwon’t fall into the high-calorie food tempta-tions.

Daelemans and TheGreenNut. org offerthe following five tips for keeping familiesthat are on the go charged in 2010:

• Pack Snacks and Mini-Meals to Go:Keep healthful foods everywhere—in yourcar, in your tote bag, close to the TV. Createsnacks such as pistachio trail mix by tossingpistachios with dried cranberries, blueberriesand cherries. Then divide the mix among indi-vidual-sized bags and keep them in placeswhere you spend the most time.

• Mark Meals in Your Schedule: Takea look at your schedule at the beginning of theday and allot a time to eat. If you know you’regoing to be running around all day, make sureyou have quick-fix meals in your purse. Tryspreading pistachio butter (blend pistachios ina food processor until smooth) in between twocrackers and packing them in a bag with an

apple and low-fat string cheese. Eating is im-portant—so if you’re prone to forget, put it onyour calendar, just as you do with any impor-tant event.

• Don’t Keep What You Shouldn’tEat: The grocery store aisles are loaded withfoods that, with just a few easy steps, can be-come nutritious snacks or minimeals for thewhole family. Keep healthy quick fixes suchas instant oatmeal on hand. Pour oatmeal intoa mug with some fruit and pistachios on yourway out the door for a meal to go.

• Shop Weekly: Plan what you will eatfor an entire week and do all the shopping atonce. If you make a list and buy only ingredi-ents that you’ll need for the food you intend tomake, you will only need to resist temptationonce a week.

• Change the Way Your TongueThinks: As much as you know you love choco-late cake, substitute desserts with sweet alter-natives, such as vanilla nonfat yogurt drizzledwith maple syrup and a sprinkle of choppedpistachios.

The Proof is in the ResearchThe USDA Children’s Nutrition Research

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¿Por qué es vital soñar?

Por Mario Jiménez CastilloEl Observador

Las miles de lecturas psíquicas queEdgar Cayce realizó a lo largo de suvida referente a la interpretación de

los sueños, han logrado revelar que los seres hu-manos, por medio de las visiones oníricas,podemos llegar a conocer mucho más de lo quepensamos, con respecto a nuestra personalidad,individualidad y patrones de conducta.

El subconsciente archiva en la memoria

todas nuestras vivencias diarias, sucesos,recuerdos, experiencias y emociones. Cuandosoñamos tenemos acceso directo a toda

esa información almacenada y a los ilimita-dos recursos de la mente inconsciente. Es asícomo los sueños se transforman en una especiede agentes orientadores capaces de indicar losmotivos principales de nuestros miedos, angus-tias, enfermedades y decepciones, que a vecesno podemos explicarnos durante la vigilia. Através de los sueños podemos adquirir mayorconocimiento sobre nuestro "yo interno".

Enpleno iniciodel siglo XX,Sigmund Freud, CarlGustav Jung y otrasmentes brillantes de la época,hacían demostraciones de lo importante queeran los sueños en el psicoanálisis. Años mástarde Edgar Cayce, ideó uno de los métodos másprácticos para descifrar y entender el significadode los sueños.

Jung comprobó en sus investigaciones queexiste en el subconsciente un profundo nivel deconciencia procedente de una realidad espiritual.A este nivel de conciencia, Jung le denominócomo "inconsciente colectivo".

Los seres humanos poseemos la facultad desoñar con símbolos universales o arquetipos. Di-chos arquetipos representan imágenes con elmismo significado para todas las culturas.

En el campo onírico, un toro representa laenergía y la vitalidad. Las flores corresponden avarios aspectos del amor. Las advocaciones dela Virgen maría representan la compasión y laesperanza. Una casa es el reflejo de nuestrocuerpo físico. Un anciano suele reflejar nuestra

sabiduríai n t e r i o r .

Esto explicapor qué a través

de símbolosuniversales, los mitos

de culturas distantes suelen tenergrandes semejanzas.

Las más acertadas interpretaciones desueños se logran haciendo un análisis de lo quecada símbolo o arquetipo representan paranosotros mismos. Un arma de fuego posible-mente tendrá un significado muy diferente paraun herrero que para un veterano de la guerra.

Todos los sueños sin excepción, contienenmensajes destinados a enfatizar situaciones denuestra vida que no logramos percibir plena-mente durante la vigilia. Al soñar con desastresnaturales por ejemplo, el subconsciente encuen-tra una manera para exponer nuestras tensionesemocionales al máximo, de ese modo podemosindagar en lo que verdaderamente es importantepara nuestra propia existencia.

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By Osvaldo CastilloEl Observador

If poverty and drug cartels were not enough for children growing up inTijuana, Mexico, imagine having to live near a dumpster and having towork 12 hours a day in it in order to survive.

The Tijuana Project, a film that was part of this year's Cinequest film festi-val, is a documentary that tells the story of the children living in one such dumpin the extremely poor neighborhood of Fausto Gonzalez in Tijuana, Mexico.

The neighborhood inhabitants dig through the dump everyday trying to findrecyclable items such as aluminum, glass and copper to sell to their local recyclecenter.

They make an average of seven to twenty dollars a day. It is not much, butit is all they have. The inhabitants prefer working in the dump instead of a fac-tory. There are many safety and health issues involved with the work. There isalso wide spread drug use by the workers.

Luis and David are two of the children that live in Fausto Gonzalez. Theyhelp their parents dig through the garbage and have witnessed several horriblethings at their young age such as dead babies and violence.

Yet they go on everyday knowing that the dump is their only means of sur-vival.

David Lynch, an American, teaches the children at a school near the dump.He believes that the only way the kids will be able to have better lives and getout of the dump is through education.

Luis hopes to become a police officer and protect the people of Fausto Gon-zalez, while David hopes his skills as an artist will help him make millions ofdollars.

The dump in Tijuana ends up moving to the nearby city of Tecate, forcingthe workers to take an hour-long bus ride to work. However, the kids do notfollow. Instead they choose to attend school in Fausto Gonzalez.

By Cinthia Rodriguez – El Observador

There are very few Asian charac-ters being portrayed in films, butone person made a difference. In

the pursuit of becoming a famous balletdancer, Nancy Ka Shen Kwan would lead theway to exposing marketable Asian actors.The worldwide premiere of “To Whom itMay Concern,” during the Cinequest Festivaltells her adventure in detail.

It all started when American directorsand producers started taking a chance, hiringreal Asians to play the role of Asians. Duringthe production of “The World of SuzieWong,” (1960) the lead had been given to aBroadway star, but with luck Kwan landedthe role. Her true intentions were to becomea famous ballet dancer, but that only preparedher for future roles she would play.

At a time where Caucasians were takingon the role of Asian characters, everyone fellin love with Eurasian actress Kwan. She wasborn to a Chinese man and a British womanin a time when interracial marriages werelooked down on. No matter, they had createdHong Kong’s gift to Hollywood.

Films were being completed and she hadplenty of projects to work on. But the realsuccess was the exposure she gave to herpeople. A pathway was being created. Aspir-ing Asian actors were made aware that they

had realistic dreams. They could pursue theirgoal with a better chance of being discoveredthan ever before.

Kwan also starred in “Flower DrumSong,” (1961) a story of romance and clash-ing cultures set in San Francisco’s China-town. According to her website, throughoutthe eighties and nineties, she continued to starin films, mostly independent ones.

The documentary gives the viewers aninside look of her personal life as well. Therelationship between her parents, lovers and

child is exposed. The balancing act seemedto be working fine wherever she was.Whether in China or California, she managedto do it all.

The film features Joan Chen, FranceNuyen, Vivian Wu, and Sandra Allen to-gether with a host of family and friends ofNancy Kwan. For more information abouther work

visit: http://www.nancy-kwan.com/ksj_wifts.html

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Santiago, (Notimex).

El animador chileno Mario Kreutzberger, el popularDon Francisco, realizó este viernes una campañatelevisiva para recaudar unos 28 millones de

dólares, con el fin de ayudar a los miles de damnificados delterremoto en Chile.

El animador del programa internacional "Sábado gigante"decidió ponerse al frente de una cruzada solidaria para ir enayuda de los damnificados del sismo de 8.8 grados en la escalade Richter que azotó el centro y sur del país, informaronmedios locales.

Con esos recursos se irá en ayuda directa de los damnifi-cados, para la construcción de viviendas de emergencia, com-pra de víveres y artículos de primera necesidad.

Join professional wildlife photographer and naturalist Chris Fallows at the Mon-terey Bay Aquarium for a special auditorium presentation "In Touch With Sharks"on March 13. Fallows will discuss his experiences in the wild with sharks, and

the time he's spent photographing other wildlife in Africa. Fallows has documented whitesharks since 1991 and together with his wife Monique has been featured in, or facilitated,more than 40 international documentaries. Fallows is best known for his work with thefamous breaching sharks of False Bay, South Africa, as featured in "Air Jaws" I and IIand "Planet Earth." The 30-minute presentation "In Touch With Sharks" is scheduled for11:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. in the aquarium's auditorium. After each presentationFallows will sign copies of his recently published first book, "Great White: The Majestyof Sharks." "In Touch With Sharks" is included with regular aquarium admission of $29.95general, $27.95 seniors / students, $17.95 children 3-12, children under 3 free. For infor-mation about the aquarium, including daily schedules, visitwww.montereybayaquarium.org

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(Notimex).

Los cantantes David Bisbal yK´naan iniciaron el tour de la Copadel Mundo en la Arena VFG, al in-

terpretar a dueto, la víspera, el tema "Wavin"flag". En el marco del "show", entre globosgigantes de diversos colores, una lluvia de pa-peles, desfile de banderas y batucada, los artis-tas cantaron la letra oficial elegida por unaconocida compañía embotelladora para elMundial Sudáfrica 2010.

La gira del trofeo seguirá este martes 2 demarzo en Monterrey, Nuevo León y el próx-imo viernes 5 de marzo llegará al AuditorioNacional del Distrito Federal.

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Por Martín del Palacio

Es sin duda una de las criaturas mitológicas masapasionantes, y a la vez espeluznante, que pueblandesde tiempos inmemoriales la literatura universal.

Surgidos probablemente por el temor ancestral a víboras, fe-linos voraces y aves de rapiña, se ganaron un lugar en casitodas las culturas. Existen en los textos antiguos de los he-breos, los griegos, los chinos, y los mayas, y aunque no seanexactamente iguales, todos comparten ciertas características.

Su presencia en cuentos y leyendas medievales los con-virtió en figuras habituales de la literatura, y si bien lógica-

mente el cine los incorporó desde muy temprano, ha sido larevolución tecnológica de los últimos años la que ha permitidomostrar a estas extrañas criaturas en todo su esplendor. "TheNever Ending Story", "Dragonheart" y "Reign of Fire", sonalgunas de las películas que supieron aprovecharlos, sin olvi-dar la saga de "Harry Potter", aunque probablemente nadieutilizó mejor la leyenda que los creadores de "Shrek", quienesen la primera de las películas de la serie incluyeron a un ferozanimal que impedía que nadie se acercara a donde estaba atra-pada la princesa Fiona, pero que luego resultó ser una dragonatan domesticable como enamoradiza.

El género promete levantar vuelo otra vez con la llegada

a los cines este 26 de marzo de "How To Train Your Dragon",un nuevo filme animado del mismo estudio que realizó"Shrek" (cuya cuarte parte llegará a los cines a mediados deaño), en donde el mito de los dragones es presentado desdeuna perspectiva totalmente diferente. En el filme, en dondeaportan sus voces estrellas como Gerard Butler, América Fer-rara, Craig Ferguson, Jonah Hill y Jay Baruchel, un muchachovikingo que debe seguir la tradición ancestral de salir a cazar-los, descubre por accidente que tal vez no sean tan peligrososcomo parecen, y tras convertir a un dragón en su mascota, de-cide demostrarle a su pueblo que han vivido equivocados du-rante siglos.

Los Dragones Siguen Pisando Fuerte en el Cine

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534458

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Platinum Financial Serv-ices, 2033 Gateway Pl #552, San Jose,CA 95110, Santa Clara Co. AmericanAlliance for Global Education, 2719Penitencia Creek Rd., San Jose, CA95132 This business is conducted bya corporation, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the fic-titious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Harshad ShahMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/22/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534693

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: VJA Consultant, 870 E ElCamino Real Apt#157, MountainView, CA 94040, Santa Clara Co.Amador Vargas, 870 E El Camino RealApt # 157, Mountain View, Ca 94040This business is conducted by an in-dividual, registrant has not yet begundoing business under the fictitiousbusiness name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Amador VargasMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/26/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534024

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: 510 Towing, 296 HigdonAve, Mountain View, CA 94041,Santa Clara Co. Jose Israel ResendizSosa, 296 Higdon Ave, MountainView, CA 94041 This business is con-ducted by an individual, registranthas not yet begun doing businessunder the fictitious business name ornames listed hereon. “I declare thatall information in this statement istrue and correct.” (A registrant whodeclares as true information which heor she knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Jose Israel Resendiz SosaMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/09/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534687

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Monter Trucking, 532 S8th St., San Jose, CA 95112, SantaClara Co. Fermin Monter Anaya, 532S 8th St, San Jose, CA 95112, Thisbusiness is conducted by an individ-ual, registrant has not yet begundoing business under the fictitiousbusiness name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Fermin Monter AnayaMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/26/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534727

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: J.J.D’s Pool Service, 535Cinnamon Dr., San Jose, CA 95111,Santa Clara Co. Demetrio Jose Juarez,535 Cinnamon Dr., San Jose, CA95111 This business is conducted byan individual, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the fic-titious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Demetrio Jose JuarezMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 03/01/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534867

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: One Stop Grocer, 400 DMoffett Blvd., Mountain View, CA94043, Santa Clara Co. Monica Vach-hani, 73 Images Circle, Milpitas, CA95035. This business is conducted byan individual, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the fic-titious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Monika VachhaniMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 03/03/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534590

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Thankful Instruments,1931 Old Middlefield Way, MountainView, CA 94043, Santa Clara Co.Guang Ti, 390 E Taylor Ave, Sunny-vale, CA 94085, Tu Ping Chen, 390 ETaylor Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94085.This business is conducted by a gen-eral partnership, registrant begandoing business under the fictitiousbusiness name or names listed herein 02/25/10. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Yu Ping ChenMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/25/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534326

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Star Yoga, 438 Toyon Ave,San Jose, CA 95127, Santa Clara Co.Teresita S. Oliva, 11482 Chula VistaAve., San Jose, CA 95127. This busi-ness is conducted by an idividual reg-istrant has not yet begun doingbusiness under the fictitious businessname or names listed hereon. “I de-clare that all information in thisstatement is true and correct.” (A reg-istrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to befalse is guilty of a crime.)

Teresita S. OlivaMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/17/2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV165187

Superior Court of California, Countyof Santa Clara-In the matter of theapplication of: Raquel Brown, TO ALLINTERESTED PERSONS: The court findsthat petitioner Raquel Brown, hasfiled a petition for Change of Namewith the clerk of this court for a de-cree changing names as follows: a.Marquel Andres Parra to MarquelAndre Brown. THE COURT ORDERSthat all persons interested in thismatter appear before this court at thehearing indicated below to showcause, if any, why the petition forchange of names should not begranted on 05/11/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall bepublished at least once a week forfour successive weeks prior to thedate set for hearing on the petitionin El Observador, a newspaper ofgeneral circulation, printed in thecounty of Santa Clara.

Mar. 02, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV165186

Superior Court of California, Countyof Santa Clara-In the matter of theapplication of: Rosa E Mondello, TOALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The courtfinds that petitioner Rosa E Mondello,has filed a petition for Change ofName with the clerk of this court fora decree changing names as follows:a. Rosa E Mondello to Rosy E. Mon-dello. THE COURT ORDERS that allpersons interested in this matter ap-pear before this court at the hearingindicated below to show cause, if any,why the petition for change of namesshould not be granted on05/11/2010 at 8:45 am, Room 107:located at 191 N. First Street, SanJose, CA 95113. A copy of the Orderto Show cause shall be published atleast once a week for four successiveweeks prior to the date set for hear-ing on the petition in El Observador,a newspaper of general circulation,printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Mar. 02, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV165086

Superior Court of California, Countyof Santa Clara-In the matter of theapplication of: Anthony CharlesJimenez Mercado, TO ALL INTERESTEDPERSONS: The court finds that peti-tioner Anthony Charles Jimenez Mer-cado, has filed a petition for Changeof Name with the clerk of this courtfor a decree changing names as fol-lows: a. Anthony Charles JimenezMercado to Anthony Charles MercadoDurkin. THE COURT ORDERS that allpersons interested in this matter ap-pear before this court at the hearingindicated below to show cause, if any,why the petition for change of namesshould not be granted on05/11/2010 at 8:45 am, Room 107:located at 191 N. First Street, SanJose, CA 95113. A copy of the Orderto Show cause shall be published atleast once a week for four successiveweeks prior to the date set for hear-ing on the petition in El Observador,a newspaper of general circulation,printed in the county of Santa Clara.

Mar. 01, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV164871

Superior Court of California, Countyof Santa Clara-In the matter of theapplication of: Jerry Humberto Sum-lar Cordova, TO ALL INTERESTED PER-SONS: The court finds that petitionerJerry Humberto Sumlar Cordova, hasfiled a petition for Change of Namewith the clerk of this court for a de-cree changing names as follows: a.Jerry Humberto Sumlar Cordova toJerry Cordova Howard. THE COURTORDERS that all persons interested inthis matter appear before this courtat the hearing indicated below toshow cause, if any, why the petitionfor change of names should not begranted on 05/04/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall bepublished at least once a week forfour successive weeks prior to thedate set for hearing on the petitionin El Observador, a newspaper ofgeneral circulation, printed in thecounty of Santa Clara.

Feb. 25, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtMarch 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533365

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: WebViaduct, 1482 OliverPlace, Santa Clara, CA 95051, SantaClara Co. Aleksandr Agamov, 1482Oliver Place, Santa Clara, CA 95051This business is conducted by an in-dividual, registrant began doingbusiness under the fictitious businessname or names listed here in01/01/2010. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Aleksandr AgamovFeb. 19, 26; March 5, 12, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 1/22/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534422

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Federick William, 13180Pierce Road, Saratoga, CA 95070,Santa Clara Co. Kathryn KennedyWinery, 13180 Pierce Road, Saratoga,CA 95070 This business is conductedby a corporation, registrant begandoing business under the fictitiousbusiness name or names listed herein 02/19/10. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Kathryn Kennedy WineryMarty Mathis/PresidentFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/19/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533568

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Cedar Tree Casino, 444Saratoga Ave #25-B, Santa Clara, CA95050, Santa Clara Co. Curt Von Neu-mann, 444 Saratoga Ave #25-B,Santa Clara, CA 95050 This businessis conducted by an individual, regis-trant has not yet begun doing busi-ness under the fictitious businessname or names listed hereon. “I de-

clare that all information in thisstatement is true and correct.” (A reg-istrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to befalse is guilty of a crime.)

Curt Von NeumannFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 1/28/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534496

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Treasure Wear, 447 GreatMall Dr., Milpitas, CA 95035, SantaClara Co. Yang Qin, 1558 SawgrassDr., San Jose, CA 95116 This businessis conducted by an individual, regis-trant has not yet begun doing busi-ness under the fictitious businessname or names listed hereon. “I de-clare that all information in thisstatement is true and correct.” (A reg-istrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to befalse is guilty of a crime.)

Yang QinFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/23/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534472

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Sweet Little Things, 4420Rivermark Pkwy., Santa Clara, CA95054, Santa Clara Co. Ling Law,4420 Rivermark Pkwy, Santa Clara,CA 95054 This business is conductedby an individual, registrant has notyet begun doing business under thefictitious business name or nameslisted hereon. “I declare that all in-formation in this statement is trueand correct.” (A registrant who de-clares as true information which heor she knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Ling LawFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/22/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533431

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Café Delatti, 42 ElmStreet, Los Gatos, CA 95030, SantaClara Co. MJ Cores INC, 5630 StevensCreek, Blvd, #263, Cupertino, CA95014 This business is conducted bya corporation, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the fic-titious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

MJ Cores INCMyung Jin Kim/CEOFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 1/26/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533810

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: OMNI Securities LLC,6954 Gregorich #A, San Jose, CA 95138, Santa ClaraCo. OMNI Securities, LLC., 6954 Gre-gorich Dr., #A, San Jose, CA 95138This business is conducted by an in-dividual, registrant began doingbusiness under the fictitious businessname or names listed here in. “I de-clare that all information in this

statement is true and correct.” (A reg-istrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to befalse is guilty of a crime.)

OMNI Securities LLCJames D SeifertFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/03/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534473

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: MFSC, Mayu Fujino, 5631Le Fevre Dr., San Jose, CA 95118,Santa Clara Co. Mayu Foundation,INC., 5631 Le Fevre Dr., San Jose, CA95118 This business is conducted bya corporation, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the fic-titious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Mayu Foundation, Inc.Stephanie NozawaFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/22/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534517

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Los Cubanos Restaurant,22 N Almaden Ave., San Jose, CA95110, Santa Clara Co. Edenia Calvo,36 Race St #C, San Jose, CA 95126,Alcides Calvo, 36 Race St #C, San Jose,CA 95126 This business is conductedby a husband and wife, registrantbegan doing business under the fic-titious business name or names listedhere in 4/01/2005. “I declare that allinformation in this statement is trueand correct.” (A registrant who de-clares as true information which heor she knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Edenia CalvoFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/23/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534549

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Banda Los Nuevos Co-mander de Leonardo Magaña, 3267Fronda Dr., San Jose, CA 95148,Santa Clara Co. Leonardo Magaña,3267 Fronda Dr., San Jose, CA 95148This business is conducted by an in-dividual, registrant has not yet begundoing business under the fictitiousbusiness name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informa-tion in this statement is true and cor-rect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Leonardo MagañaFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/24/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534441

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Q Salon and Spa, 19110Stevens Creek Blvd. Suite C, Cuper-tino, CA 95014, Santa Clara Co. Ray-mond Hung, 4960 Owens Dr Apt 737,Pleasanton, CA 94588 This businessis conducted by an individual, regis-

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trant has not yet begun doing busi-ness under the fictitious businessname or names listed hereon. “I de-clare that all information in this state-ment is true and correct.” (A registrantwho declares as true informationwhich he or she knows to be false isguilty of a crime.)

Raymond HungFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/22/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534268

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Limat Income Tax Serv-ices, Limat Funding, 1250 Ames Ave,Suite 200, Milpitas, CA 95035, SantaClara Co. Limat Accounting Services,1750 Stokes Street, #164, San Jose,CA 95126 This business is conductedby an unincorporated associationother than a partnership, registrantsbegan doing business under the ficti-tious business name or names listedhere in 01/30/2010. “I declare that allinformation in this statement is trueand correct.” (A registrant who de-clares as true information which he orshe knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Limat Accounting ServicesLinus O NwauluFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/16/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533720

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Solid Legal & social Serv-ices, 341 Cobalt Way #207, Sunnyvale,CA 94085 Santa Clara Co. MahmoudH. Abdolmajid, 562 Columbia Ave #1,Sunnyvale, CA 94085, FarzanehShafourniasar, 562 Columbia Ave #1,Sunnyvale, CA 94085 This business isconducted by a general partnership,registrants began doing businessunder the fictitious business name ornames listed here in 02/02/2010. “Ideclare that all information in thisstatement is true and correct.” (A reg-istrant who declares as true informa-tion which he or she knows to be falseis guilty of a crime.)

Mahmoud H AbdolmajidFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/02/2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163504

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the ap-plication of: Mehdi Hajiakbar, TO ALLINTERESTED PERSONS: The court findsthat petitioner Mehdi Hajiakbar, hasfiled a petition for Change of Namewith the clerk of this court for a decreechanging names as follows: a. MehdiHajiakbar to Mehdi Barr THE COURTORDERS that all persons interested inthis matter appear before this court atthe hearing indicated below to showcause, if any, why the petition forchange of names should not begranted on 04/27/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall be pub-lished at least once a week for foursuccessive weeks prior to the date setfor hearing on the petition in El Obser-vador, a newspaper of general circu-lation, printed in the county of SantaClara.

Feb. 10, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163990

Superior Court of California, County of

Santa Clara-In the matter of the ap-plication of: Beatrice Natalie Chechel-ski, TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Thecourt finds that petitioner BeatriceNatalie Chechelski, has filed a petitionfor Change of Name with the clerk ofthis court for a decree changingnames as follows: a. Beatrice NatalieChechelski to Natalie BeatriceChechelski THE COURT ORDERS thatall persons interested in this matterappear before this court at the hearingindicated below to show cause, if any,why the petition for change of namesshould not be granted on 05/04/2010at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Acopy of the Order to Show cause shallbe published at least once a week forfour successive weeks prior to the dateset for hearing on the petition in ElObservador, a newspaper of generalcirculation, printed in the county ofSanta Clara.

Feb. 19, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163891

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the ap-plication of: Li Chien Tsai, TO ALL IN-TERESTED PERSONS: The court findsthat petitioner Li Chien Tsai, has fileda petition for Change of Name withthe clerk of this court for a decreechanging names as follows: a. Li ChienTsai to Rei Lichien Tsai THE COURT OR-DERS that all persons interested in thismatter appear before this court at thehearing indicated below to showcause, if any, why the petition forchange of names should not begranted on 05/04/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall be pub-lished at least once a week for foursuccessive weeks prior to the date setfor hearing on the petition in El Obser-vador, a newspaper of general circu-lation, printed in the county of SantaClara.

Feb. 18, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb.26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENTOF USE OF

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAMEFILE NO. 534408

The following person(s) has/haveabandoned the use of the fictitiousbusiness name(s). The informationgiven below is as it appeared on thefictitious business name statementthat was filed at the County Clerk-Recorder’s office. Fantastic Sams,1659 Branham lane, Suite E, SasnJose, CA 95118. Filed in Santa ClaraCounty on 12/12/2008, under file no.517772. KC Organic Hair LLC, 2517Heron Court, San Jose, CA 95133. Thisbusiness was conducted by a limitedliability company. I declare that all in-formation in this statement is trueand correct ( A registrant who declaresas true information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

KC Organic Hair LLCChetan KhetaniFeb. 26; March 5, 12, 19, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/19/2010

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

Date of Filing Application: February11, 2010To Whom It May Concern:The Name of the Applicant is/are:LA RUEDA RESTAURANTThe applicant listed above is applyingto the Department of Alcoholic Bever-age Control to sell alcoholic beveragesat:

2270 Monterey HwySan Jose, CA 95112-6022

Type of license applied for:47-ON-SALE GENERAL EATING PLACE

Department of Alcoholic BeverageControl100 Paseo de San Antonio Room 119,San Jose, CA 95113 (408) 277-1200Published on February 26; March 5,12, 19, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534074

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Smartech Solutions, In-ternational Culture Immersion ServiceAssociation, ICIService, 5927 CastenaDr., San Jose, CA 95129, Santa ClaraCo. Glen Young, 5927 Castano Dr., SanJose, CA 95129 This business is con-ducted by an individual, registrant hasnot yet begun doing business underthe fictitious business name or nameslisted hereon. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Glen Chu-Lang YoungFeb. 19, 26; March 5, 12, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/10/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534222

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Fourth Street Apart-ments, 254-258 North 4th St., SanJose, CA 95112, Santa Clara Co. Ed-uardo Cerna, 3902 Aborn Rd., SanJose, CA 95135 This business is con-ducted by an individual, registrantbegan doing business under the ficti-tious business name or names listedhere in 12/28/09. “I declare that allinformation in this statement is trueand correct.” (A registrant who de-clares as true information which he orshe knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Eduardo CernaFeb. 19, 26; March 5, 12, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/16/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533377

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Arion Inc./Prospect Fac-tory/Prospect Factory Online, 1737 NFirst St Suite 110, San Jose, CA 95112,Santa Clara Co. Arion Inc, 1737 N FirstSt., San Jose, CA 95112 this businessis conducted by a corporation, regis-trant began doing business under thefictitious business name or nameslisted here in 08/17/2009. “I declarethat all information in this statementis true and correct.” (A registrant whodeclares as true information which heor she knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Arion IncCarlos Guzman/CEOFeb. 19, 26; March 5, 12, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 1/25/2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163590

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the appli-cation of: Martha Elaine Valtierra, TOALL INTERESTED PERSONS: The courtfinds that petitioner Martha ElaineValtierra, has filed a petition forChange of Name with the clerk of thiscourt for a decree changing names asfollows: a. Martha Elaine Valtierra toMartha Elaine Benjarano THE COURTORDERS that all persons interested inthis matter appear before this court atthe hearing indicated below to showcause, if any, why the petition forchange of names should not begranted on 04/27/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall be pub-lished at least once a week for four

successive weeks prior to the date setfor hearing on the petition in El Obser-vador, a newspaper of general circu-lation, printed in the county of SantaClara.

Feb. 11, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb. 19, 26; March 5, 12, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163586

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the appli-cation of: Liliana Gutierrez, TO ALL IN-TERESTED PERSONS: The court findsthat petitioner Liliana Gutierrez, hasfiled a petition for Change of Namewith the clerk of this court for a decreechanging names as follows: a. EdgarJared Mendoza Gutierrez to EdgarJared Gutierrez b. Johan Ely MendozaGutierrez to Johan Ely Gutierrez THECOURT ORDERS that all persons inter-ested in this matter appear before thiscourt at the hearing indicated belowto show cause, if any, why the petitionfor change of names should not begranted on 04/27/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall be pub-lished at least once a week for foursuccessive weeks prior to the date setfor hearing on the petition in El Obser-vador, a newspaper of general circu-lation, printed in the county of SantaClara.

Feb. 11, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb. 19, 26; March 5, 12, 2010

NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

Date of Filing Application: January 12,2010To Whom It May Concern:The Name of the Applicant is/are:MMOON LLC THEThe applicant listed above is applyingto the Department of Alcoholic Bever-age Control to sell alcoholic beveragesat:

177 W Santa Clara St.San Jose, CA 95113-1707

Type of license applied for:41-ON-SALE BEER AND WINE - EATINGPLACE

Department of Alcoholic BeverageControl100 Paseo de San Antonio Room 119,San Jose, CA 95113 (408) 277-1200Published on February 19, 26; March5, 12, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533574

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Taquera “La Huasteca”,270 Umbarger Rd #27, San Jose, CA95111, Santa Clara Co. Simon Torres,270 Umbarger Rd #27, San Jose, CA95111. This business is conducted byan individual, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the ficti-tious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informationin this statement is true and correct.”(A registrant who declares as true in-formation which he or she knows tobe false is guilty of a crime.)

Simon TorresFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 1/28/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533992

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Divinescapes Landscapes,230 Longview Dr., Morgan Hill, CA95037, Santa Clara Co. JaimeRamirez, 230 Longview Dr., MorganHill, CA 95037. This business is con-ducted by an individual, registrant hasnot yet begun doing business under

the fictitious business name or nameslisted hereon. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Jaime RamirezFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/09/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533822

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Moshi Moshi JapaneseRestaurant, 10831 N Wolfe Dr., Cuper-tino, CA 95014, Santa Clara Co.Kuandai Management & Associates,LLC, 1197 Fargate Cir., San Jose, CA95131. This business is conducted bya limited liability company, registrantshave not yet begun doing businessunder the fictitious business name ornames listed hereon. “I declare thatall information in this statement istrue and correct.” (A registrant whodeclares as true information which heor she knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Kuandai Management & Associates,LLCJack Chen/ManagerFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/04/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533879

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: The Discovery KingdomChild Care, 1475 Naglee Avenue, SanJose, CA 95126, Santa Clara Co. San-dra Gonzalez, 1475 Naglee Avenue,San Jose, CA 95126. This business isconducted by an individual, registranthas not yet begun doing businessunder the fictitious business name ornames listed hereon. “I declare thatall information in this statement istrue and correct.” (A registrant whodeclares as true information which heor she knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Sandra GonzalezFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/05/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533639

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: SJT Tech Industries, 5604Domaine Dr., San Jose, CA 95118,Santa Clara Co. Jake Rhee, 5604 Do-maine Dr., San Jose, CA 95118. Thisbusiness is conducted by an individ-ual, registrant began doing businessunder the fictitious business name ornames listed here in 02/01/10. “I de-clare that all information in this state-ment is true and correct.” (A registrantwho declares as true informationwhich he or she knows to be false isguilty of a crime.)

Jake RheeFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/01/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533957

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Westcoast PlumbingService, 1338 Lakeshore Circle, SanJose, CA 95131, Santa Clara Co. PierreSmayra, 1338 Lakeshore Circle, SanJose, CA 95131. This business is con-ducted by an individual, registrant hasnot yet begun doing business underthe fictitious business name or nameslisted hereon. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Pierre SmayraFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/08/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534008

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Morphosis Personal Train-ing, 2155 Rancho McCormick Blvd.,Santa Clara, CA 95050, Santa ClaraCo. Stephanie Larsen Sperandeo, 2155Rancho McCormick, Santa Clara, CA95050. This business is conducted byan individual, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the ficti-tious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informationin this statement is true and correct.”(A registrant who declares as true in-formation which he or she knows tobe false is guilty of a crime.)

Stephanie Larsen SperandeoFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/09/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534036

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: California Pacific Com-mercial Real Estate, 1680 MCKee Rd,San Jose, CA 95116, Santa Clara Co.Rosa Realty INC, 1680 McKee Rd., SanJose, CA 95116. This business is con-ducted by an individual, registrant hasnot yet begun doing business underthe fictitious business name or nameslisted hereon. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Rosa Realty INCJoe C Rosa/PresidentFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/09/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533808

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Ventana California Realty/Ventana California Property Manage -ment, 19925 Stevens Creek Blvd#100., Cupertino, CA 95014, SantaClara Co. Valentina Limón, 1180 ClarkSt., San Jose, CA 95125. This businessis conducted by an individual, regis-trant began doing business under thefictitious business name or nameslisted here in 05/11/2006. “I declarethat all information in this statementis true and correct.” (A registrant whodeclares as true information which heor she knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Valentina LimónFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/03/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533469

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: XA LANG, 1632 Story Rd,San Jose, CA 95136, Santa Clara Co.Aimie Nguyen, 281 Clearpark Cir., SanJose, CA 95136. This business is con-ducted by an individual, registrant hasnot yet begun doing business underthe fictitious business name or nameslisted hereon. “I declare that all infor-mation in this statement is true andcorrect.” (A registrant who declares astrue information which he or sheknows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Aimie NguyenFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 01/26/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 534121

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: MBL-Energy, 954Hampswood Way, San Jose, CA95120, Santa Clara Co. MBL & SonsInc., 954 Hampswood Way San Jose,CA 95120. This business is conductedby a corporation, registrant has not yetbegun doing business under the ficti-tious business name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informationin this statement is true and correct.”(A registrant who declares as true in-formation which he or she knows tobe false is guilty of a crime.)

MBL & Sons INCBarbara Laubach/PresidentFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 02/11/2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163105

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the appli-cation of: Olga Francesca Cher, TO ALLINTERESTED PERSONS: The court findsthat petitioner Olga Francesca Cher,has filed a petition for Change ofName with the clerk of this court for adecree changing names as follows: a.Olga Francesca Cher to Francesca OlgaLouise Romana Cher THE COURT OR-DERS that all persons interested in thismatter appear before this court at thehearing indicated below to showcause, if any, why the petition forchange of names should not begranted on 04/13/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall be pub -lished at least once a week for foursuccessive weeks prior to the date setfor hearing on the petition in El Obser-vador, a newspaper of general circu-lation, printed in the county of SantaClara.

Feb. 04, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163285

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the appli-cation of: Megumi Ito, TO ALL INTER-ESTED PERSONS: The court finds thatpetitioner Megumi Ito, has filed a pe-tition for Change of Name with theclerk of this court for a decree chang-ing names as follows: a. Megumi Ito tMegumi Itoh THE COURT ORDERS thatall persons interested in this matterappear before this court at the hearingindicated below to show cause, if any,why the petition for change of namesshould not be granted on 04/20/2010at 8:45 am, Room 107: located at 191N. First Street, San Jose, CA 95113. Acopy of the Order to Show cause shallbe published at least once a week forfour successive weeks prior to the dateset for hearing on the petition in ElObservador, a newspaper of generalcirculation, printed in the county ofSanta Clara.

Feb. 08, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV161887

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the appli-cation of: Marcus Elias Zendejas, RuthElizabeth Zendejas, TO ALL INTER-ESTED PERSONS: The court finds thatpetitioners Marcus Elias Zendejas,Ruth Elizabeth Zendejas have filed apetition for Change of Name with theclerk of this court for a decree chang-ing names as follows: a. Marcus EliasZendejas to Marcus Hurtado b. RuthElizabeth Zendejas to Ruth ElizabethHurtado c. Jonathan James Robledo toJonathan James Hurtado THE COURT

ORDERS that all persons interested inthis matter appear before this court atthe hearing indicated below to showcause, if any, why the petition forchange of names should not begranted on 03/30/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall be pub -lished at least once a week for foursuccessive weeks prior to the date setfor hearing on the petition in El Obser-vador, a newspaper of general circu-lation, printed in the county of SantaClara.

Jan. 22, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSEFOR CHANGE OF NAME

NO. 110CV163538

Superior Court of California, County ofSanta Clara-In the matter of the appli-cation of: Yan Ji, Yong Wang, TO ALLINTERESTED PERSONS: The court findsthat petitioners Yan Ji, Yong Wanghave filed a petition for Change ofName with the clerk of this court for adecree changing names as follows: a.Vivian Wang to Vivian Siqi Wang THECOURT ORDERS that all persons inter-ested in this matter appear before thiscourt at the hearing indicated belowto show cause, if any, why the petitionfor change of names should not begranted on 04/27/2010 at 8:45 am,Room 107: located at 191 N. FirstStreet, San Jose, CA 95113. A copy ofthe Order to Show cause shall be pub -lished at least once a week for foursuccessive weeks prior to the date setfor hearing on the petition in El Obser-vador, a newspaper of general circu-lation, printed in the county of SantaClara.

Feb. 11, 2010Mary Ann GrilliJudge of the Superior CourtFeb. 12, 19, 26; March 5, 2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533497

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: JVS Auto Glass Services,1190 S Second St #3, San Jose, CA95112, Santa Clara Co. AlejandroVillalvazo, 524 ½ W 13th St., SanPedro, CA 90731, Vicente Chavez,5263 Camden Ave #115, San Jose, CA95124. This business is conducted bya general partnership, registrantsbegan doing business under the ficti-tious business name or names listedhere in 1/27/2010. “I declare that allinformation in this statement is trueand correct.” (A registrant who de -clares as true information which he orshe knows to be false is guilty of acrime.)

Vicente ChavezFeb. 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 1/27/2010

FICTITIOUS BUSINESSNAME STATEMENT

NO. 533779

The following person(s) is(are) doingbusiness as: Red roof, Red roof Realty,Red roof Group, 998 E. El Camino Real#201, Sunnyvale, CA 94087, SantaClara Co. Irene Suh, 998 E El CaminoReal #201, Sunnyvale, CA 94087. Thisbusiness is conducted by an individ-ual, registrant has not yet begundoing business under the fictitiousbusiness name or names listedhereon. “I declare that all informationin this statement is true and correct.”(A registrant who declares as true in-formation which he or she knows tobe false is guilty of a crime.)

Irene SuhFeb. 5, 12, 19, 26, 2010This statement was filed with theCounty of Santa Clara on 2/03/2010

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