May 17, 2013
Before The Court
Photo for column by Susan Cohn.
April 23, 2013
Fashion For Compassion
Animal Control Officer Caitie Zylstra and her canine companion Sofie Bianca show off their matching outfits April 21 at the Peninsula Humane Society’s eighth Annual Fashion For Compassion luncheon and fashion show at the Hilton Hotel in Burlingame. Proceeds benefit the Hope Program which helps care for the neediest animals and gives them a second chance at life, saving an average of 190 animals every month.
April 8, 2013
Fashion For Compassion
"Bee Keeper" Brian Probst and "Bee" Juneau are buzzing about the upcoming 8th Annual "Fashion For Compassion" fashion show and fundraiser sponsored by the Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA. The Sunday, April 21 event at the Hilton Hotel in Burlingame features a luncheon, auction, and wine and Champagne tasting. For information, please contact Dawn at 340-7022 ext. 375 or dkelsey@PHS-SPCA.org. Proceeds benefit the Hope Program, which helps the neediest animals and gives them a second chance at life
Service Animals Honored
Guide dogs, handicapped assistance animals, detection dogs, therapy animals and search and rescue dogs selflessly serve people. To honor these animals and their work, the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) has launched its 6th Annual ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam Event to screen service animals who dedicate their lives to helping the public. More than 250 board certified veterinary ophthalmologists throughout the U.S., Canada and Puerto Rico will donate their time and resources during the month of May to provide free, sight-saving eye exams to thousands of eligible service animals. Registration for service animal owners and handlers runs from April 1 - 30 at www.ACVOeyeexam.org. A guide dog puppy (above) waits for his exam at Veterinary Vision in San Carlos during the 2012 Eye Exam Event
July 17, 2012
Bumps, Bruises, Roller Girls
Photos for feature story by Bill Silverfarb.
July 5, 2012
Fun On The Fourth Of July
The ‘senior’ Redwood City fire truck carried members of the Redwood City Council during Redwood City’s Fourth of July parade Wednesday morning. Also in the parade were units from the city’s fire, police and parks and recreation departments. The day’s activities were sponsored and managed by the Peninsula Celebration Association, a private nonprofit volunteer organization which has sponsored the event since 1939.
June 26, 2012
Summer Hoops, Kicks
Photo for feature story by Julio Lara
June 25, 2012
Harry Belafonte Helps HIP Housing
Singer, actor and social activist Harry Belafonte was the guest speaker at HIP Housing’s 40th Anniversary Luncheon held at the Hotel Sofitel in Redwood City on Friday, June15. HIP Housing is a community resource that provides creative, affordable solutions to a variety of housing needs in San Mateo County. He autographed his new book “My Song — A Memoir” under the watchful eyes of fans Katie Godowski, Lisa Summers, Mary Wider (sitting), and Patricia Smith.
Adult School Graduation
Francis Saludez proudly shows off the high school diploma he received during the San Mateo Adult School’s graduation ceremony at the College of San Mateo on Wednesday, June 13. He was also one of five graduates receiving a scholarship from the Burlingame Bodies of the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry. More than 120 other students earned either a High School or a GED diploma through the Adult School this year. From left to right, , mother Mary Saludez, sister Nicole, and grandmother Beth Saludez.
PCRC Luncheon
Luis Rodriguez was the keynote speaker at the Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center’s 2012 Luncheon held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Foster City on June 14. Rodriguez is one of the leading Chicano writers in the country, having published 14 books in categories including memoir, fiction, nonfiction, children’s literature, and poetry. His thirty years of gang intervention work helped in the development of the Community-based Gang Intervention Model in Los Angeles. The PCRC fosters collaborative engagement by bringing people together, facilitating conversation and building these skills in the community.
June 15, 2012
Museum Gotta See 'Um
Photo for feature by Susan Cohn
June 11, 2012
Arboretum Winner
Jacqueline Montes prepares plants for sale at the combination Greenhouse and Nursery next to the Kohl Pump house in San Mateo Central Park. Montes is the first San Mateo Arboretum Society Scholarship recipient in the Master Gardener program. She and other Society volunteers provide free gardening information to the public at the nursery on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays.
May 24, 2012
Obama Hits Redwood City's Fox Theater
Photos for feature story by Bill Silverfarb.
May 15, 2012
Samaritan House Gala
Bidding was fast and furious during the auction at the Samaritan House Gala 2012 held at the Hyatt Regency in Burlingame on Saturday. Master of ceremonies U.S. Rep. Jackie Speier, D-San Mateo, and auctioneer Assemblyman Jerry Hill, D-San Mateo, encourages the bidding while Samaritan House Board of Directors President Tish Busselle records each transaction. Samaritan House is a private nonprofit organization providing services to help meet the essential needs of more than 12,000 low-income people within San Mateo County.
May 4. 2012
Veterinary Vision
Elaine, a golden retriever, has her eyes checked at Veterinary Vision in San Carlos. She is held by Sandra Carson, left, while Dr. Albert Mughannam uses a magnifier to examine Elaine’s retinas. During the month of May, Veterinary Vision is part of the Fifth Annual ACVO/Merial National Service Dog Eye Exam, which provides free eye exams for service dogs. Carson is an instructor at Paws For Purple Hearts, an organization that helps heal returning combat veterans by teaching them to train service dogs for their comrades with physical disabilities. Elaine and her two brothers, Ethan and Eldridge, will eventually become service dogs for disabled veterans.
April 24, 2012
Sometimes Fashion Is Ruff
Leigh Smith’s five rescued Italian greyhounds were the height of canine fashion at ‘Fashion For Compassion,’ a luncheon, auction and pet fashion show that benefited the Peninsula Humane Society. It was held at the Airport Hilton Hotel in Burlingame on Sunday.
April 23, 2012
Student Art
Taylor Smith-Homs admires student artwork at an Exhibit and Reception for Sequoia High School Art Department students April 15 at the Gallery Annex of the Redwood City Art Center. Seen to her left are a drawing by Natalie Harding (top) and a painting by Claire Spickermann. Awards were given in categories that included painting, drawing, film and digital photography, print making, sculpture, collage, and computer generated art.
Lunch in the Serengetti
Event Co-Chairs Tara Klein and Liat Bishko of the Parca Auxiliary get ready for a “Luncheon in the Serengetti” on May 16 in Hillsborough. This annual charity event will include a raffle, live and silent auctions, and a preview of designer fashions from Wilkes Bashford. Proceeds from the event will help Parca continue to provide a wide range of services to people with developmental disabilities.
April 2, 2012
Crab Feed For Realtors
Roger Mariucci of Marshall Realty is mobbed after singing Tom Jones’ “Delilah” during the talent portion of the San Mateo County Association of Realtor's Crab Feed & Variety Show at the Peninsula Italian American Social Club in San Mateo on March 15. Mariucci’s fans are (left to right) Suzan Getchell-Wallace of Coldwell Banker, Ann Palermo of Old Republic Title Company, Val Hardwick of AMS Bekins, and Toni Burrows of Hisco/CRES Home Warranty.
March 26, 2012
Hip Housing Fundraiser
Volunteers Charlie and Maddy Brock-Alexander get ready to “serve it up” at The Big Event, a fund raiser for HIP housing held at Sparky’s Hot Rod Garage in San Carlos on March 15. Guests viewed customized hot rods and vintage memorabilia. HIP Housing was founded in 1972 to initiate programs to assist the disadvantaged and disabled who live in San Mateo County.
March 19, 2012
Read Across America
Mimi Ahern of San Carlos monitors the recording volume while Pat Lim of Foster City reads at Learning Ally’s Palo Alto studio March 1. The studio took part in a Record-A-Thon celebrating “Different Ways to Read Across America.” Learning Ally, founded in 1948 as Recording for the Blind, serves more than 300,000 K-12, college and graduate students, veterans, and lifelong learners – all of whom cannot read standard print due to blindness, visual impairment, dyslexia, or other learning disabilities.
March 16, 2012
Before The Court
Photo for feature story.
March 12, 2012
Cheer Around The Bay
Vicky Chabo of Burlingame (front and center) and her Rebels Elite teammates perform during the Ninth Annual Cheer Around the Bay held March 4 at El Camino High School in South San Francisco. The competition was open to dance teams, performance cheer teams, stunt groups, and hip hop teams from middle schools, high schools, and colleges. Rebels Elite boasts nearly 150 athletes ages 4-Adult, and its All-Girl International Level 6 “Queens” team will be competing in April at the 2012 International Cheer Union World Championships in Orlando, Fla.
February 27, 2012
GOP Hopes California Primary Will Be Relevant
Attendees give a standing ovation at the California Republican Party Convention at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Burlingame on Saturday. In attendance were, from left, Herman Cain, Newt Gingrich, wife Callista Gingrich and Michael Reagan, son of President Ronald Reagan.
February 20, 2012
Elmo's Birthday
Two-year old Lina Bozic holds up a new Elmo finger puppet she received during a birthday party given for the popular Sesame Street character Feb. 3 by Barnes and Noble at Hillsdale Shopping Center in San Mateo. The party featured a special book reading, games, crafts, and cake. Elmo first appeared on Sesame Street in 1983.
February 13, 2012
Opera At Kohl Mansion
Five young opera singers thrilled audiences Feb. 5 at An Evening of Operatic Highlights, a presentation of Music at Kohl Mansion in Burlingame. They are part of San Francisco Opera’s Adler Fellowship Program, which offers exceptionally gifted singers intensive individual training and roles of increasing importance in San Francisco Opera’s main-stage season. Taking a bow at the Kohl event are (left to right) baritone Ao Li, pianist John Churchwell, mezzo-soprano Laura Krumm, soprano Marina Bourdart Harris, mezzo soprano Renée Rapier, and bass-baritone Ryan Kuster.
Love Boat Gala
The Hillsborough Auxiliary to Peninsula Family Service set sail with its “Love Boat” Gala Feb. 4 at the Pavilion By The Bay on Treasure Island. Proceeds of event will support Transition of Care at Sequoia and Mills-Peninsula Hospitals and help promote Health and Wellness with a focus on physical fitness and nutritional awareness. Among those in attendance were (left to right) co-chair Stephanie Kruse, auctioneer Keith McLane, and co-chairs Carmen Ericson and Lori Bard.
February 11, 2012
Honoring Our History
A unique learning opportunity was provided by ‘Honoring Our History,’ a traveling World War I exhibition that made a one-day stop at the San Mateo County History Museum on Friday, Feb. 10. The event was coordinated by Waddell and Reed, a mutual fund company that was founded by two World War I veterans.
Visitors to the exhibition included Bob Brill, USAF, Retired and Grace Kenmotsu, a “West Point Mother” whose son graduated from the celebrated military academy in 2006. Frank Buckles, the last U.S. World War I veteran, died on Feb. 27, 2011 at the age of 110.
February 10, 2012
Kohl Fills Important Role In Music Education
Ran as cover photo for feature story by Heather Murtagh.
February 6, 2012
Diamond Awards
The Peninsula Arts Council hosted its 10th Annual Diamond Awards at the Kohl Mansion in Burlingame Feb. 2. These awards are given in recognition of outstanding contributions made to the arts in San Mateo County. Award categories and recipients were (standing, left to right) Local Business Support: Jerry Lee, Publisher, San Mateo Daily Journal; Special Recognition: Dr. Vicki Casella, accepting for Neil and Pegi Young from the Bridge School; Donor Support: Francesca Eastman, representing the Goldstein Foundation; Individual Artist: Troy Paiva, Photographer; Government Support: Carmeron Palmer, Half Moon Bay Beautification Committee; Julie Fellers, President, Peninsula Arts Council; (seated, left to right) Arts Educator: Shely Pack Manning, Shely Pack Dancers; Arts Volunteer: Bonny Zanardi; Arts Organization/Arts in Action: Denise Schackleton, Arts in Action Board President; and Ray Lorenzato Young Artist: Julia Belanoff, singer and actress, Woodside High.
February 1, 2012
Well Built Vault 164
Bay Area restaurateurs Dennis Berkowitz, left, and Bill Berkowitz, right, show San Mateo Police Chief Susan Manheimer the architectural detailing at Vault 164, the scene of a Jan. 30 cocktail and tasting event benefiting the San Mateo Police Activities League. Vault 164, a restaurant located in the 1925 Crocker Bank on the corner of Second Avenue and B Street in Downtown San Mateo, has many of the building’s antique vault pieces sprinkled throughout the dining area and bar.
January 24, 2012
The Thinker Returns to Stanford
Workers made a final check of French sculptor Auguste Rodin’s ‘The Thinker’ yesterday as it returned to the Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University after spending two years on display at the North Carolina Museum of Art. The public can again view this iconic statue Wednesday, Jan. 25
December 24, 2011
Winter at the Zoo
The San Francisco Zoo celebrated the coming of winter in a big way on Wednesday. The polar bear habitat was converted into a winter wonderland with the help of the San Francisco Ice Company. It donated 10 tons of ice which it converted to snow and blew into the enclosure. In addition, zoo staff served the bears ‘popsicles’ made with fish, carrots, honey and meat juice.
December 12, 2011
Giving
Representatives from the San Mateo office of Merrill Lynch stopped by Samaritan House Dec. 7 to present a check for $15,000 to the nonprofit agency. Pictured are Kitty Lopez, Tish Busselle, Patty Hsiu, and Ralph Armenio and Dr. Richard Davis and Jason Ting, Andrew Laddaran, Thomas Hunt, Parkash Ahuja and Russ Bordonaro.
December 5, 2011
Bravo
The Hillbarn Theatre hosted Bravo! 2011 at the Hillsborough Racquet Club Tuesday, Nov, 15 to pay tribute to community advocate for the arts. From left to right are Lee Foster, Hillbarn Theatre Executive Producing Director, honoree Lester Chun, who for 30 years a taught music in the Hillsborough School District, and Christine Krolik, President, Hillbarn Theatre Board of Directors. Proceeds from the event support the Hillbarn Theatre and the Hillbarn Theatre Youth Conservatory.
August 15, 2011
Gallery Annex
A visitor views paintings and photos from local artists during the opening of the Redwood City Gallery Annex on Saturday, Aug. 13. The Annex is housed in a vacant storefront located at the corner of Broadway and Theater Way in Redwood City. The current collection can be viewed in window displays through Sept. 6.
August 1, 2011
Culture, Country, and Cuisine
The Hillsborough Auxiliary to Community Gatepath President Elaine Cohen (left) and “At Runnymede - Culture, Country & Cuisine” Co-Chairs Mary Chigos (center) and Betty Barnes (right) get into the Western theme mood for Gatepath’s Aug. 14 benefit.
July 25, 2011
International Grand Ball
Stephen Rosenau and Isabelle Jackson rehearse at the Imperial Dance Club in Redwood City July 19, preparing for the International Grand Ball (IGB) taking place at the San Francisco Airport Marriott in Burlingame July 29 through July 31. IGB is the longest running ballroom dance competition in the Bay Area and one of the longest running in the country.
June 20, 2011
San Mateo Adult School Graduation
Claire Gavieres congratulates her son, Nino, who had just received his GED at the San Mateo Adult School's graduation ceremony at the College of San Mateo June 8. Nino Gavieres was one of 65 students who received a GED or a High School diploma through the Adult School this year.
July 11, 2011
Aquama Water Aerobics
Ashley Johanson encourages daughter Elise during a Aquama Water Aerobics session at the San Mateo Highlands Recreation Center June 28 . This weekly class lets mothers work out with their babies floating in inner tubes beside them.
May 9, 2011
The Magna Carta.
An original copy of the Magna Carta, one of the most important legal documents in the history of democracy, is on display at the Legion of Honor in San Francisco from May 7 through June 5. The display is part of BritWeek 2011, an annual celebration of cultural crosscurrents between Great Britain and California. Dr. James Ganz (far right), Curator of the Achenbach Foundation for Graphic Arts, explains that this is one of only four surviving manuscripts from the 1217 issue.
May 5, 2011
Ready For My Close Up.
This 4-foot long Rhinoceros Iguana, a native of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, is part of the new "Summer of Slither" exhibit which will feature more than 60 new snakes and lizards from around the world. The exhibit runs from May 9 through September 5, 2011.
April 19, 2011This 4-foot long Rhinoceros Iguana, a native of the Caribbean island of Hispaniola, is part of the new "Summer of Slither" exhibit which will feature more than 60 new snakes and lizards from around the world. The exhibit runs from May 9 through September 5, 2011.
Facebook Town Hall Meeting
President Obama answers questions posed by moderator and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg at a town hall meeting at the company’s Palo Alto headquarters on April 20. The event was streamed live, and the questions posed to the President came from both the Internet and from members of the audience. The topics included the deficit, the economy, affordable housing, energy, and immigration.
February 14, 2011
Taste of the Town.
This year’s “Taste of the Town - Party Like Its 1981” Co-Chairs Candace Savoie, left, and Carol Atkeson, right, flank Sunny Arora, owner of Roti Indian Bistro, one of the many participants in this annual fundraiser that benefits Burlingame High School. The event is scheduled for Friday, March 4, 2011, from 6:00 to 9:30 pm, at the Burlingame Recreation Center, 850 Burlingame Avenue in Burlingame.
This year’s “Taste of the Town - Party Like Its 1981” Co-Chairs Candace Savoie, left, and Carol Atkeson, right, flank Sunny Arora, owner of Roti Indian Bistro, one of the many participants in this annual fundraiser that benefits Burlingame High School. The event is scheduled for Friday, March 4, 2011, from 6:00 to 9:30 pm, at the Burlingame Recreation Center, 850 Burlingame Avenue in Burlingame.
January 27, 2011
9th Annual Diamond Awards.
The Diamond Awards are presented by the Peninsula Arts Council to recognize outstanding artistic achievements in San Mateo County. Here, Board Member Beth Mostovoy, center, poses with Chris Beth and Lucas Wilder representing the Redwood City Park, Recreation, and Community Services. The presentations were made on January 27 at the Redwood Shores Public Library.
The Diamond Awards are presented by the Peninsula Arts Council to recognize outstanding artistic achievements in San Mateo County. Here, Board Member Beth Mostovoy, center, poses with Chris Beth and Lucas Wilder representing the Redwood City Park, Recreation, and Community Services. The presentations were made on January 27 at the Redwood Shores Public Library.
December 21, 2010
Unbearably Cool!
Uulu, one of the polar bears at the San Francisco Zoo, appears to be enjoying himself during the December 21 First Day of Winter Celebration at the San Francisco Zoo. The San Francisco Ice Company donated the 10 tons of ice which was converted to fluffy snowflakes and blown into the Polar Bear Habitat. Along with the snow, the bears were treated to gift boxes containing tasty snacks.
Unbearably Cool!
Uulu, one of the polar bears at the San Francisco Zoo, appears to be enjoying himself during the December 21 First Day of Winter Celebration at the San Francisco Zoo. The San Francisco Ice Company donated the 10 tons of ice which was converted to fluffy snowflakes and blown into the Polar Bear Habitat. Along with the snow, the bears were treated to gift boxes containing tasty snacks.
October 15, 2010
Japanesque
Karin Breuer, Curator in Charge for the exhibit Japanesque: the Japanese Print in the Era of Impressionism, describes a wood block print by Katsushika Hokusai, believed to have been created in 1814. It is one example of Shunga, a variety of inexpensive, mass-produced picture book. The exhibition contains approximately 250 prints, drawings, and artist's books and will be on display from October 16 through January 9, 2011 at the Palace of the Legion of Honor in San Francisco.
October 10, 2010
Buddhist Temple 100th Anniversary
Reverend Ryuta Furumoto accepts a gift of food during a Buddhist Offering Processional. This was part of the San Mateo Buddhist Temple’s Centennial Commemorative Service on Sunday, October 10. The ceremony was followed by a banquet whose guests included television personality Jan Yanehiro, Senator Dr. Leland Yee, and Assembly Member Jerry Hill.
August 12, 2010
John Ward Garden Tour
John Ward pauses between tours during a charity flower and garden show at his home on August 12. This year, the proceeds will benefit the UCCE Master Gardeners ofSan Mateo
August 7, 2010
Oban Festival
Grandpa Rick Tom coaxes a smile from granddaughters Kiara and Makena Nitao. The girls are performing in the Japanese Buddhist Obon Festival held on the evening of Saturday, August 7 at the San Mateo Buddhist Temple. Obon is a Japanese Buddhist custom to honor the spirits of one's ancestors. It has been celebrated in Japan for more than 500 years.
July 10, 2010
Bike 4 Breath
Seth Perlman helps Jaclyn Siegel pin her race number, or bib, to the back of her jersey. They are about to compete in the Bike 4 Breath 2010 which occurred on Saturday, July 10. The event featured four different routes appropriate for all ability levels.
Japanesque
Karin Breuer, Curator in Charge for the exhibit Japanesque: the Japanese Print in the Era of Impressionism, describes a wood block print by Katsushika Hokusai, believed to have been created in 1814. It is one example of Shunga, a variety of inexpensive, mass-produced picture book. The exhibition contains approximately 250 prints, drawings, and artist's books and will be on display from October 16 through January 9, 2011 at the Palace of the Legion of Honor in San Francisco.
October 10, 2010
Buddhist Temple 100th Anniversary
Reverend Ryuta Furumoto accepts a gift of food during a Buddhist Offering Processional. This was part of the San Mateo Buddhist Temple’s Centennial Commemorative Service on Sunday, October 10. The ceremony was followed by a banquet whose guests included television personality Jan Yanehiro, Senator Dr. Leland Yee, and Assembly Member Jerry Hill.
August 12, 2010
John Ward Garden Tour
John Ward pauses between tours during a charity flower and garden show at his home on August 12. This year, the proceeds will benefit the UCCE Master Gardeners of
August 7, 2010
Oban Festival
Grandpa Rick Tom coaxes a smile from granddaughters Kiara and Makena Nitao. The girls are performing in the Japanese Buddhist Obon Festival held on the evening of Saturday, August 7 at the San Mateo Buddhist Temple. Obon is a Japanese Buddhist custom to honor the spirits of one's ancestors. It has been celebrated in Japan for more than 500 years.
July 10, 2010
Bike 4 Breath
Seth Perlman helps Jaclyn Siegel pin her race number, or bib, to the back of her jersey. They are about to compete in the Bike 4 Breath 2010 which occurred on Saturday, July 10. The event featured four different routes appropriate for all ability levels.
