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C O N T E N T S
A Monthly Publication of The City of Cupertino
A MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF THE CITY OF CUPERTINOcupertino
IN THIS ISSUE volume XXXVII no.6 | july 2014
Shakespeare in the Park
Bring a picnic, a blanket, and the whole family to
enjoy FREE professional theatre at Cupertino’s
Memorial Park Amphitheatre. Don’t miss our
Green Show, a half hour before showtime –
a great introduction to the play for all ages!
– see details on page 2
July 4th Festivities & Fireworks
The City of Cupertino is pleased to announce
the schedule for the annual July 4th festivities.
– see details on page 2
Cinema at Sundown
8:30 pm, Memorial Park Amphitheater
Cupertino presents a free outdoor film series on
Thursday evenings in July and Friday evenings in
August. Bring the family for great entertainment
– see details on page 3
happenings in cupertino
Morning Events 7 - 11 am - Pancake Breakfast
Hosted by the De Anza Optimist Club
Quinlan Community Center
Adults - $7 (3 pancakes, 2 sausages, coffee or tea)
Children (12 and under) - $4 (2 pancakes, 1 sausage)
Orange Juice - $1
9:30 am - Flag Raising
Memorial Park, Veteran’s Memorial
Celebrate our nation’s independence.
10 am - Children’s Parade
Memorial Park, Softball Field
Wear your best red, white, and blue outfit!
Decorated bikes, scooters, and strollers are
encouraged. We’ll travel through Memorial Park
and the parade will end at the Amphitheater just
in time for the concert by the Cocktail Monkeys!
10:30 am – 12 pm: Live Music by OTR
Rock n Roll and R&B dance hits from the 70’s
all the way to today’s hits - older songs that
are already classics and new ones that will be!
Afternoon Events at Blackberry Farm 10 am - 4 pm – Free Swimming
(first come, first served – availability subject to pool’s capacity )
12 – 2 pm - BBQ Lunch Tickets: $5 per person
Advanced BBQ ticket sales will begin on June
27 at Blackberry Farm.
12 – 3 pm - Live Music by The Dave Crimmen
Band Classic 50’s Rock & Roll
5 pm - Park Closes
Evening Events
Come early and bring your picnic to Creekside
Park, Hyde Middle School, or Sedgwick Elemen-
tary School. We encourage carpooling as park-
ing is very limited. Handicapped parking will be
available at Creekside Park.
6:45 - 9:15 pm: Music and games at all three
locations. No pets, No portable barbeques,
No alcohol.
9:30 pm – Fireworks Show
6 pm - Midnight: Street Closures to Vehicles
and Pedestrians.
For safety during the fireworks launch, street
closures will be enforced on July 4, between
6pm and midnight on:
– Finch Avenue
– Calle De Barcelona
(between Miller Ave. and Finch Ave.)
– Tilson Avenue
(between Finch Ave. and Tantau Ave.)
– Phil Lane
(between Miller Ave. and Tantau Ave.)
– Stendhal Lane
(between Shadygrove Dr. and Phil Lane)
After 6 pm, there will be NO pedestrian
or vehicle access.
From 6 pm to midnight, there will be NO parking
on Finch Ave. and Tilson Ave. (between Finch Ave.
and Tantau Ave.) and NO
parking on Miller Ave. (between Greenwood
Dr. and Howard Ct.).
Vehicles will be towed.
–July 4th Festivities, continued from page 1
Shakespeare in the Park
Bring a picnic, a blanket, and the whole family
to enjoy FREE professional theatre at Cuper-
tino’s Memorial Park Amphitheatre. Don’t miss
our Green Show, a half hour before showtime –
a great introduction to the play for all ages!
“The Taming of the Shrew” July 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 and August 1, 2, 3
7:30 pm, Memorial Park Amphitheater
Written by William Shakespeare
Directed by Rebecca J. Ennals
Welcome to Renaissance-era Padua,
Italy, where two very unconventional
people meet, fight, and finally fall in love
– but not before a feast of wit and outra-
geous physical comedy. The Taming of
the Shrew features plenty of your favorite
Shakespearean twists, like hilarious clowns
and ridiculous disguises, along with a
subversive and challenging love story.
Who is the bigger Shrew? You decide!
– Shakespeare in the Park, continued from page 1
Cinema at Sundown
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Honey, I Shrunk the KidsJuly 17, Blackberry Farm Rating: PG, 86 Min, 1989
Disney Pictures, Directed by: Joe Johnston
Erstwhile inventor Prof. Wayne Szalinski (Rick
Moranis) has been experimenting with an electro-
magnetic shrinking machine. He leaves the device
unattended in his attic; shortly afterward, it is
accidentally activated. Alas, the demon machine is
aimed at his children, as well as the son of neigh-
bor Russ Thompson (Matt Frewer). The kids, shrunk
to 1/4-inch height, are tossed into the trash bin by
the unwitting Szalinski. For the rest of the film, our
teeny-tiny protagonists attempt to gain their
parents’ attention -- and to survive the wilds of the
backyard, where all sorts of dangers, from bumble-
bees to lawnmowers, threaten their well-being.
HootJuly 24, Blackberry Farm Rating: PG, 91 Min, 2006
New Line Cinema, Directed by: Wil Shriner
Three kids have an unexpected adventure as they
try to protect some rare birds in this comedy drama
based on a book for young adults by Carl Hiaasen.
Roy Eberhardt (Logan Lerman) is a 14-year-old boy
whose family moved from the big sky of Montana to
the Gulf Coast of Florida and it proves to be a
major challenge. While Roy quickly becomes the
target of school bully Dana Matherson (Eric Phillips),
he’s befriended by Beatrice Leep (Brie Larson),
a spunky girl with enough nerve to stand up to
Dana, and her brother Mullet Fingers (Cody Linley).
Beatrice and Mullet share their big secret with Roy
-- they have a hidden hideaway where they look af-
ter a flock of wild owls. Chuck Muckle (Clark Gregg),
a top executive from the Mother Paula’s All-Ameri-
can Pancake House chain, who is planning to build
a new restaurant in the hollow where the owls nest,
is less interested in saving the birds than in turning a
profit. The kids have a plan, however, and they
uncover some evidence of interest to David Delinko
(Luke Wilson), a well-meaning but slow-witted
policeman investigating some dirty doings tied in
to the pancake house.
TurboJuly 31, Blackberry Farm Rating: PG, 96 Min, 2013
Dreamworks, Directed by: Eric Brevig
TURBO is a high-velocity 3D comedy about a snail
who dares to dream big - and fast. After a freak
accident infuses him with the power of super-
speed, Turbo kicks into overdrive and embarks on
an extraordinary journey to achieve the seemingly
impossible: competing in the world’s fastest race,
the Indianapolis 500. With the help of his tricked-
out streetwise snail crew, this ultimate underdog
puts his heart and shell on the line to prove that
no dream is too big, and no dreamer too small.
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2August 8, Memorial Park Rating: PG, 94 Min, 2013
Columbia Pictures Industries Inc., Directed by:
Kris Pearn and Cody Cameron
Picking up precisely where its hit predecessor
left off, Sony Pictures Animation’s Cloudy With a
Chance of Meatballs 2 finds Flint Lockwood (voice
of Bill Hader) invited to join the Live Corp Com-
pany, and use his gift for invention for the good
of mankind, but his machine started cross-breed-
ing animals with food. Now, in order to prevent a
growing army of “foodimals” from escaping isola-
tion on an island and wreaking havoc on the main-
land, Flint and his loyal group of friends will have
to do battle with such delicious, but deadly, hy-
brids as the ferocious tacodiles, slithering apple
pie-thons, and vine-swinging shrimpanzees.
Saving the world from these rampaging
monstrosities won’t be easy, but if anyone is
up to the task, it’s Flint and company.
E.T. the Extra Terrestrial (restored)August 15, Memorial Park Rating: PG, 89 Min, 2002
Universal Pictures, Directed by: Steven Spielberg
In E.T.,Henry Thomas plays Elliott, a young boy
living with his single mother (Dee Wallace), his
older brother Michael (Robert MacNaughton),
and his younger sister Gertie (Drew Barrymore).
One day, while looking for something in the back
yard, Elliot senses something mysterious in the
woods watching him. And he’s right: an alien
spacecraft on a scientific mission mistakenly left
behind an aging botanist who isn’t sure how to
get home. Eventually Elliott puts his fears aside
and makes contact with the creature. As Elliott
tries to keep the alien under wraps and help him
figure out a way to get home, he discovers that
the creature can communicate with him telepathi-
cally. E.T. rigs up a communication device from
junk he finds around the house, but no one knows
if he’ll be rescued before a group of government
scientists gets hold of him. In 2002, Steven Spiel-
berg re-released E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial in a
revised edition, with several deleted scenes re-
stored and digitally refurbished special effects.
FrozenAugust 22, Memorial Park Rating: G, 108 Min, 2013
Walt Disney Pictures
Directed by: Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee
After the kingdom of Arendelle is cast into eternal
winter by the powerful Snow Queen Elsa (voice of
Idina Menzel), her sprightly sister Anna (Kristen
Bell) teams up with a rough-hewn mountaineer
named Kristoff (Jonathan Groff) and his trusty
reindeer Sven to break the icy spell.
Aug. 29- School of RockRating: PG-13, 108 Min., 2003
Paramount Pictures
Directed by: Richard Linklater
Down and out rock star Dewey Finn gets fired
from his band, and he faces a mountain of debts
and depression. He takes a job as a 4th grade
substitute teacher at a private school where his
attitude and hijinx have a powerful effect on his
students. He also meets Zack, a 10-year-old gui-
tar prodigy, who could help Dewey win a “battle
of the bands” competition, which would solve
his financial problems and put him back in the
spotlight.
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simply safe | july
Enjoy the Heat but Keep Your Cool!
This summer it’s bound to be hot
and dry. With heat comes the dan-
ger of heat exhaustion. If untreat-
ed it could become heat stroke
which is life threatening. When
outdoors (or indoors without air
conditioning) in the hot weather,
you should know the warning signs and be pre-
pared to avoid heat exhaustion. Heat exhaus-
tion is brought on when the body’s natural sweat-
ing cannot cool the body down enough and this
causes overheating. The signs and symptoms are
pale moist skin cool to the touch, profuse sweat-
ing, muscle cramps, feeling faint or dizzy, head-
ache, overall weakness, thirst, nausea or vomiting,
core body temperature over 100°F, and increased
pulse rate. Some people may have any or all of
the signs and symptoms above, depending on
the person and severity of the heat exhaustion.
The treatment is to cool down the body by going
into the shade or air conditioning, drinking
water or commercial electrolyte drink, and stop
all strenuous activity.
Here are some tips to keep you and others safe:
• Plan ahead when going hiking, picnicking, to
the beach or sporting events, even if you are
just an observer. Bring and drink lots of water
or electrolyte drink. There are lots of recipes on
the web for make your own sports drinks or you
can buy the commercial ones.
• Don’t forget your pets! They need to drink plen-
ty of water on hot days too.
• Check the weather report and plan activities on
extremely hot days early in the morning or later
at night when it is cooler.
• The young and elderly are more at risk, so check
on them frequently during periods of extreme
heat. Bring an older neighbor a cold glass of
lemonade!
• Avoid alcohol or caffeine drinks during heat
spells as they increase water loss.
• Wear light colors and loose fitting clothing
when it is really hot and when going out for
extended periods. Bring along a water mister
or fan. There are some great battery operat-
ed ones out there. Check the sporting goods
stores to purchase one.
• Break up exposure to extreme heat with stops in
shady areas or air-conditioned places. I am
always up for a stop for ice cream!
• Be aware of the signs and symptoms of heat
exhaustion and don’t be shy about pointing it
out to someone who you feel may be experienc-
ing heat exhaustion, no matter how mild. If you
feel they are experiencing a medical emergen-
cy, dial 911 and get them help.
You Can Help Save a Life!
Do you know that with CPR training you can be
a hero to someone you love or a total stranger?
Anyone with CPR training no matter how experi-
enced can help a person in cardiac distress. CPR
and First Aid classes are offered through Cuper-
tino Parks & Recreation, 408.777.3110 and the
American Red Cross, 408.577.1000. Even if you
don’t have time to take a class, there is a new
method from Sarver Heart Center called Contin-
uous Chest Compression (CCC) CPR which you
learn in a few minutes on the internet. See www.youtube.com/watch?v=GHs6s5tbvRs and oth-
ers like it. Unlike normal CPR, CCC CPR requires
only the chest compressions at the rate of 100
compressions per minute. How will you know who
needs help? A new app, PulsePoint, endorsed by
the Cupertino Public Safety Commission is avail-
able for the iPhones and Android smartphones
(on Google Play). PulsePoint will alert
you when someone nearby needs
help and it can be set to only push
messages from your selected agen-
cy. In the case of Cupertino, set it for
Santa Clara County Fire Department.
Download it today!
Upcoming Public Sessions:
FREE! Earthquake Preparedness and Home Safety. The class is one hour and is scheduled on
request for Cupertino businesses, churches, or
social groups of 8 or more. This class can come to
you! Contact the Cupertino Office of Emergency
Services (OES) at 1.408.777.3335, email OES@cu-pertino.org for more information, or to request a
class for your company, group or organization.
FREE! Personal Emergency Preparedness Class (PEP) is offered by the Santa Clara County Fire
Department. The class covers Earthquake safety,
Disaster preparation, Disaster communication tips,
First aid techniques that save lives, Home safety,
Fire safety including how to use a fire extinguisher,
Emergency supply suggestions - and more! The
next two PEP classes are: Monday, July 28, 6 – 9
pm, Cupertino City Hall, 10300 Torre Ave, Cuper-
tino and Monday, August 4, 6 – 9 pm, Joan Pisani
Center, 19655 Allendale Ave., Saratoga. For regis-
tration by e-mail, info@cnt.sccgov.org, (provide
your full name, e-mail address, phone number and
residential or work address), or contact the Santa
Clara County Fire Department at 408.378.4010.
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
This is the perfect time to learn to be part of the di-
saster response solution. This is an intensive train-
ing session by the Santa Clara County Fire Depart-
ment on preparedness and helping others during
a disaster. The course is offered four times a year
and you will have one year to make up any missed
sessions for graduation. You may attend the final
exercise once all six sessions have been completed.
The next class runs (Tuesday - Thursday) July 29,
30, 31 and August 5, 6, 7, from 6 - 9 pm with the
final exercise on Saturday, August 9, 10 am – 1 pm.
Sign up and take either the PEP or CERT class this summer
while they are in Cupertino.
If you do only one thing to prepare this month:
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Happy Fourth of July, everyone!
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b y G a i l F r e t w e l l - H u g g e r
July 4th is here again! Time for parades, barbe-
cues, picnics, speeches and FIREWORKS!
In the earlier days, July 4th or Independence Day,
as it was often called, celebrated the birth of our
country as the United States of America, after the
adoption of the Declaration of Independence
from Britain on July 4, 1776. Every schoolchild
learned about George Washington, Paul Revere,
John Adams, the Minutemen, and the brave soldiers
of the Revolutionary War who overcame superior
numbers and persevered until the war was over in
1783 and the colonies no longer
belonged to King George.
Philadelphia was the capital of
the U.S. then; it was the home of
the Supreme Court, as well as
the Congress, and the justices of
the court rode on a horse-drawn
float shaped like a giant eagle.
The eagle was adopted as our na-
tional bird in 1782, after long de-
bates. Some felt that the eagle
had been a symbol of kings and
empires and was not suitable for a
new, young democracy. Benjamin
Franklin suggested a turkey,
because it was native to America,
but in the end, the bald eagle was chosen
because it was found only in North America and
unknown in Europe.
Our first national flag was raised on a hill near
Boston on Jan. 4, 1776, by troops serving under
General Washington. The United States flag has
always been important to people in America and
has a special meaning in wartime. On July 4, 1862,
Northern soldiers being held as prisoners of war
in Richmond, Virginia, wanted to celebrate the
holiday, but they had no flag. They secretly made
one from a pair of blue flannel trousers and a
piece of red cloth. They used a white shirt for the
stars and stripes. They raised the homemade flag
above their barracks early on the morning of July
4th and it waved for almost an hour before the
prison guards saw it and made the soldiers take
it down.
The Liberty Bell is one of the best-known sym-
bols of American independence. The original bell
was called the State House Bell, since it had been
ordered for the new State House in Philadelphia
from England in 1752. Before the bell was to be
raised to the top of the State House tower, people
wanted to hear it ring, so the bell ringer stepped
up and swung the heavy clapper. The bell sound-
ed a deep BONG! But almost at once a crack
split the rim and raced up the side of the bell. The
bell was broken down in pieces and recast two
more times before it could be
rung properly. The bell was hid-
den from the British in 1777 and
rung when General Cornwallis
of Great Britain surrendered to
George Washington at Yorktown
in 1781. It rang again when the
U.S. signed a peace treaty with
Britain in 1783 and rang over and
over when the U.S. Constitution
was adopted in 1788.
Of all the symbols of Fourth of
July, fireworks are the most spec-
tacular. People in China, the Near
East and Europe have been cel-
ebrating with fireworks for more
than 600 years. Not everyone in the new America
was happy with fireworks. In the 1890’s, the “So-
ciety for the Suppression of Unnecessary Noise”
was founded in a futile attempt to outlaw fire-
works near public buildings. Even though some
states have outlawed the sale of fireworks to the
public, everywhere on the Fourth of July are won-
derful nighttime displays, set off by experts, for
people to come and see in a safe place.
In our community of Cupertino, July 4th celebra-
tions were small in the early days before many
people lived in the area. People would travel to
San Jose to see the fireworks and hear the mu-
sic at Spartan Stadium in San Jose. Then Cuperti-
no began to hold its own celebrations. This year,
fireworks will be launched from Cupertino High
School.
Celebrating the 4th of July
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cupertino library
Summer Reading Program
at Cupertino Library
We have Summer Reading Programs
for Everyone!
Kids * Teens * Adults
• Read books and win great prizes
• No library card required to join
• All Summer Reading Programs are free
• Registration starts June 1
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Fizz, Boom, Read!: Children’s Summer Reading Club
All children from birth to 8th grade are invited to
make their summer fizzle and pop by joining our
Summer Reading Club! Sign up online or in the
Library beginning June 1, and log at least 5 books
on your reading log by August 1 to receive a cer-
tificate and a free book, starting August 6. The
last day to sign up for Summer Reading Club is
August 17. All certificates and prizes need to be
picked up no later than Sunday, August 31. Stop
by the Children’s Desk in the Library for more
information.
Our Friends, the Bees: A Children’s Garden Program
Thursday, July 17, 2 pm Cupertino Library Courtyard
School age children can discover the important
job bees have in the garden. Join in a honey tast-
ing party! We will meet by the Cupertino Library
Children’s Garden in the Library courtyard.
Plant Mysteries: A Children’s Garden Program
Thursday, August 7, 2 pm Cupertino Library Courtyard
How do plants grow? Why do they grow flowers
or fruits? Learn the answers to these questions
and more with fun plant related activities! We’ll
meet at the Cupertino Library Children’s Garden
in the Library courtyard.
Cupertino Cinema Club
Thursdays, July 10, August 14, 4 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
School-aged children are invited. Patrons may call
408.446.1677 x3321 for the free movie title.
Reading Buddies
Come read to a therapy animal! Children who
have completed kindergarten to 5th grade may
register in person at the Children’s Desk starting
July 21 for one of our August programs, and start-
ing August 18 for one of our September
programs.
Summer Reading Club Wednesday Fun Programs
Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 and August 6, 13, 3 pm, Cupertino Community Hall
Children and their families are invited to attend!
PROGRAMS FOR TEENS
Crime Scene Investigator (CSI) Workshop
Monday, July 14, 1 - 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall
This workshop will introduce students to the
field of Forensic Science and how this discipline
is used to solve crimes. Staged crime scenes will
be set up for participants to observe and analyze
for physical evidence. Accident reconstruction,
blood spatter analysis, skeletal remains identifi-
cation, DNA profiling and fingerprint comparison
will be the focus of the session. Students will per-
form hands-on analysis as forensic scientists and
practice skills that are done in the lab to process
evidence. Registration is REQUIRED.
Make Your Own Perler Beads Designs!
Thursday, July 24, 4 - 6 pm Children’s Story Room
Just bead it! Join us as we string and press beads
in funky formations to make cool key chains and
patches.
CodeF1rst Workshop — Python
Saturday, August 2, 2 - 5 pm Cupertino Community Hall
The CodeF1rst Workshop is a hands-on learning
program open to all middle and high school stu-
dents interested in learning computer program-
ming. All attendees will learn basic programming
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skills using Python as well as creating their own
sample website. Attendees are encouraged to
bring their own computer or digital device.
Stomp Rockets!
Thursday, August 7, 4 - 6 pm Children’s Story Room
Summer is going to soar when we craft our own
stomp rockets! Design and construct your own
rocket, then let’s fly off of our very own launch pad.
Mock SAT Test with KAPLAN
Sunday, August 17, 10 am – 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Be prepared for the college entrance tests by
taking a fully proctored mock SAT Test provided
by Kaplan. Online Registration begins at 10 am on
Monday, July 14.
Mock SAT Test Review
Thursday, August 28, 7 – 8:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Get follow-up scores from Kaplan’s Mock SAT
Test. Learn how raise test scores and improve test
taking strategies. Q & A session will be included.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
Literary Elements: Adult Summer Reading
Sign up online or in the Library beginning June
1, and log at least 5 books on your reading log
by August 1 to receive a certificate and a free
book, starting August 6. The last day to sign up
for Summer Reading Club is August 17. All cer-
tificates and prizes need to be picked up no later
than Sunday, August 31. Stop by the Children’s
Desk in the Library for more information.
Forensic Analysis of the JFK Assassination At Cupertino Library
Saturday July 4, 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall
If the assassination of President John F. Kennedy
fascinates you, you won’t want to miss Mark
Okuda’s forensic analysis. Mr. Okuda will focus
on answering three questions; the timing of the
shot sequence, the magic bullet and the shooter
on the grassy knoll.
Garden Myths and Garden Science: How to Know What Really Works
Wednesday, July 9, 7 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Come listen to Master Gardener Candace Simp-
son. She will identify some garden myths, dis-
cuss how to evaluate the reliability of gardening
information, and give some encouragement and
guidelines for being a “citizen scientist” in your
own garden.
Chinese Book Discussion Group
Thursday, July 10, 10 am - 12 pm Cupertino Community Hall
The Cupertino Chinese Book Discussion Group
will discuss Ding Zhuang Meng by Yan Lianke.
The discussion will be in Mandarin. Generously
sponsored by the Friends of the Cupertino
Library.
Native Buckwheats, Bonbons for Bees
Thursday, July 17, 7 - 8:30 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Join us at the California Native Plant Society’s
latest presentation as Pete Veilleux, Master
Designer and Nurseryman, shows you how to use
these highly ornamental plants in your garden.
Chabot to Go: “Solar Quest”
Saturday, July 19, 3 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Life on Earth just would not be possible without
the sun--our lives literally revolve around it. This
summer reading program discusses the impacts
of space weather and how the Earth’s atmosphere
and magnetic field protects all life on Earth.
“Solar Quest” features the role of the Solar
Dynamics Observatory (SDO) and how scientists
are using it as a way to help identify and predict
severe space weather.
Adult Book Discussion Group
Thursday, July 17, 7 pm Cupertino Library Story Room
This month the Cupertino Library Adult Book
Discussion Group will discuss The Dry Grass of
August by Anna Jean Mayhew. On a summer trip
to Florida with her family in 1954, thirteen-year-
old Jubie Watts experiences a tragedy that tears
her family apart, while simultaneously awakening
her to the harshness of racism and segregation.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the
Cupertino Library.
Science, Art and History of the Cocktail
Thursday, July 24, 7 pm Cupertino Community Hall
Local professional bartenders, Cache Bouren
and Tomoyo Yoshinaga, will survey the story
of the cocktail, methods of mixing, surprising
recipes and the best ways to enjoy this uniquely
American beverage. No alcohol involved.
Generously sponsored by the Friends of the
Cupertino Library.
Adult Book Discussion Group
Thursday August 21, 7 pm Cupertino Story Room
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life
by Barbara Kingsolver. Kingsolver and her family
devote a year of their new rural life in Southern
Appalachia eating only what they could grow
themselves or buy from local suppliers.
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This July during Parks and Recreation Month, set
a new trend for yourself – what is OUT is IN! Make
2014 the year you go OUTside, change your OUT-
look, and get INvolved at the Cupertino Senior
Center. We have OUTstanding opportunities for
you to INclude health and wellness to your schedule.
Get OUTside with fresh air wellness like 50+ Soft-
ball, 50+ Bocce Ball, 50+ Fun Golf Tournament,
Tai Chi on the Deck and more. Change your OUT-
look as you share discovery through travel on one
of our INcredible trips both near and far. Finally,
get INvolved by learning all you can about the IN-
strumental resources we offer to the community.
Get in touch with us by calling 408.777.3150
SOCIAL EVENTS
4th on the 3rd and July Birthday Bash
Thursday, July 3, 12 pm
Independence Day is coming early to the Cuper-
tino Senior Center. Come get patriotic with us!
Wear your Red, White, and Blue! We will cele-
brate our nation’s birthday as well as honor mem-
bers with July birthdays with American-themed
music by the Rhythmaire’s Band and BBQ’d burg-
ers with all the fixings. Members $8, senior guests
add $5 day pass. Sign up early, space is limited.
Grandparents and Grandchildren Spaghetti Feed
Wednesday, July 23, 12 - 1:30 pm
The Cupertino Senior Center and the Cupertino
Community Service Camp are pleased to present a
special lunch for grandparents and grandchildren
to partake together. The menu will be spaghetti
and meatballs, salad, garlic bread, and ice cream.
After the meal, there will be time for games and
face painting. Share your Senior Center experience
with your grandchildren. The cost is $6 for mem-
bers, $2 for each of the member’s grandchildren.
Senior guests add $5 day pass. Pre-registration is
required. Sign up early!
Monthly Movie
Wednesday, July 30, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
20 Feet from Stardom - 2013 award-winning
movie. This movie pays tribute to the background
singers such as Darlene Love, Patti Austin, Merry
Clayton, and many more. Lemonade and popcorn
will be served. Members free, senior guests pay
$5 day pass.
Hidden Treasures Wanted
Collecting August 1 - October 24
Please donate your gently used jewelry, craft
items, and knick-knacks to our Hidden Treasures
fund raising event scheduled for Thursday,
October 30. We will start collecting these items
in August. The proceeds will benefit our Case
Management Program for at risk seniors and the
Stay Active Fund to provide assistance to offset
the cost for Senior Center membership and
classes. Thank you for your continued support.
LIFELONG LEARNING CLASSES +
GREAT VALUE
Chair Exercise
Monday & Wednesday, July 7 - August 13, 11 am - 12 pm
Designed for students with a wide range of abili-
ties, the instructor will adjust her teaching to suit
students’ needs. This gentle exercise class may
improve muscle strength, balance, and flexibility.
Member fee $40.
Ballroom Dance Class
Wednesday, July 2 - July 23, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
East Coast Swing, Quick Step
Wednesday, July 30 - August 20, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Hustle, Tango
David Lew, a popular dance instructor, will
demonstrate his unique teaching style. To dance
well, you need to have the right posture frame
and learn the proper leading and following tech-
niques. Member fee $32 each month.
Zumba Gold and Toning Classes
Wednesday, July 16 - September 10, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Dance your way to health. Check out these
invigorating and fun exercise classes.
Marv’s Musical Memories
Monday, July 14, 2 - 3 pm
Classics II – Marv Emerling is a local musician
and music collector with great interest in the
performers, composers, and players. Special-
ly recorded Classic music is accompanied with
thoroughly enjoyable commentary. Members
free, senior guests pay $5 day pass. Sign up at
the lobby table.
Tai Chi for Older Adults
Tuesday, July 15 - September 9, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Wednesday, July 16 - September 10, 3:30 - 4:30 pm
Thursday, July 10 - September 4, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Tai Chi is an ancient form of exercise from China.
Studies have shown that practicing Tai Chi
improves balance, flexibility, and helps to attain
better health. All levels welcome. Member fee
$46 each class.
iPad Beginning
Tuesday, July 22 - August 12, 1 - 3pm
If you want to know how to use your iPad’s con-
trols, personalize your settings, manage apps,
and overall feel comfortable using your device,
then this class is for you. Please bring your fully
charged iPad to class. Members $22.
iPad Intermediate
Thursday, July 24 – August 14, 1 – 3 pm
If you know how to use your iPad’s Controls but
would like to learn apps like Safari, Camera,
Photos and photo editing, Mail, and more, then
this class is for you. Please bring your iPad fully
charged to class. Members $22.
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CUPERTINO SENIOR CENTER ADDRESS: 21251 Stevens Creek Blvd. OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
PHONE: 408.777.3150 EMAIL: seniorcntr@cupertino.org WEB: www.cupertino.org/50plus
ADULT 50 PLUS TRIPS
Itineraries subject to change.
Call the Senior Center at 408.777.3150 for
reservations or more information on trips.
TOURS
Mendocino and Fort Bragg– August 16 - 19,
$945 double occupancy. Four days of delight -
from wine tasting to the skunk train, from state
parks to historic walks, and much more. Travel
presentation Thursday, July 3 at 9 am
Maine Coastal Cruise – September 20 - 27,
$4,225 double occupancy. People have been
drawn to the spectacular coast of Maine for
its pristine natural landscapes. As you unwind
around islands and through narrow waterways
including Eggmoggin Reach, and Merchant Row,
you will experience the enrapturing mountains,
sparkling waters, and charming coastal towns
which make Maine one of the most magical
places in America.
Spain’s Classics –November 8 – 18, $4,249
double occupancy. Highlights include Madrid,
Royal Palace, Toledo, Cordoba, Seville, Flamen-
co show, Granada, The Alahambra, Valencia,
Lladro-City of Porcelain, City of Arts & Sciences,
Barcelona, Gothic Quarter, La Sagrada Familia,
and Parc Guell.
DAY TRIPS
Cher, Dressed to Kill,
Wednesday, July 2, $98
Once, Theater Production,
Tuesday, July 8, $126
Ride the Ducks,
Tuesday, July 15, $99
Into the Woods,
Tuesday, August 5, $118
Darlene Love at Stern Grove,
Sunday, August 10, $53
Monuments of California History,
Wednesday, August 13, $99
Out to Lunch Bunch, Willow Street Pizza,
Thursday, August 21
Mountain House Restaurant,
Friday, September 5, $76
Beautiful Berkeley,
Thursday, September 11, $91
Motown the Musical,
Thursday, September 18, $139
Cruise the Estuary,
Wednesday, September 24, $119
Earthbound Farm,
Thursday, October 2, $104
Pippin,
Wednesday, October 8, $159
RESOURCES
Blood Pressure Checks
Monday, July 7, 21, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Tuesday, July 1, 15, 29, 12:15 - 1:15 pm
Health Insurance Counseling (HICAP)
Thursday, July 10, 24
Consultation on Medicare and health insurance.
Please call 408.777.3150 to schedule an appoint-
ment.
Housing
Wednesday, July 2, 16, 2 - 4pm
Information on resources for senior housing op-
tions. Please call 408.777.3150 to schedule an ap-
pointment.
Senior Adult Legal Aid (SALA)
Friday, July 11, 18, 10:30 - 12:30pm
Free assistance to elders for basic legal matters
in public benefits, long-term care, elder abuse,
housing, consumer issues, incapacity planning,
probate alternative, and simple wills. Must be 60
or older and live in Santa Clara County. Please call
408.777.3150 to schedule an appointment.
Caregiver Support Group
Wednesday, July 9, 5 - 6:30 pm, in Mandarin Thursday, July 10, 3 - 4:30 pm
Provides a safe place for family caregivers to
share their experiences and challenges. Join our
circle of support.
VOLUNTEERING
Communicate and View Events (CAVEs)
The Cupertino Senior Center is starting an excit-
ing new program called Communicate and View
Events (CAVEs). With this new program members
with a new program idea can quickly see it begin.
Once the new program is accepted by the CAVEs
volunteer, the member would identify the content,
schedule, and then hold the new program during
a CAVEs session. The Senior Center needs a
volunteer to run this new program with guidance
and training given by staff. If you have an interest
in learning more or would like to potentially
run the program, please contact Justin Cecil at
408.777.3150 or JustinC@cupertino.org.
Hidden Treasures Planning Meeting
Monday, August 4, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
We need many volunteers to sort through donat-
ed items on a weekly basis starting in September.
You will get a sneak preview of the donated items,
and have a lot of fun! Please come to the planning
meeting to find out how you can make this fund-
raising event a great success. Senior Center
membership is required.
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eco news | july
Citywide Garage Sale Is Coming!
Cupertino’s Annual Citywide Garage Sale will
be held September 20 & 21 this year at individ-
ual homes and private locations within the City.
Residents and community organizations are in-
vited to register on or after August 11 (online
at www.cupertino.org/garagesale or by calling
408.777.3354). Free advertising and a garage
sale “How-to” kit will be provided online. Partici-
pants manage their own sales and keep all prof-
its. There is no fee to participate. The last day to
register if you want to be listed on the City’s ga-
rage sale map is September
5. The City’s goal in spon-
soring a Citywide Garage
Sale is to prevent usable
items from being thrown
away and to encourage the
community to have fun
together!
Curious about Cupertino’s Creeks?
How much do you know about your neighbor-
hood creek? Do you know how it got its name or
what critters live down there? The City is install-
ing signs near creeks to inform residents of
Cupertino’s creek names and locations. Each
sign has a QR Code that directs you to www. cupertino.org/creeks for interesting creek
information. We are all reminded to help protect
them by becoming aware of the names of the
creeks that flow through our community and
their importance to our local ecosystem. Water
that enters our City storm drainage system flows
untreated into the nearest downhill creek and
ultimately to San Francisco Bay. Stormwater run-
off, in the form of rain or irrigation water, collects
pollutants as it flows over sidewalks, driveways,
curbs, parking spots and through landscaping.
Common pollutants such as litter, oil, soap,
paint, copper, metals, mercury and pesticides
degrade water quality in creeks. Less common-
ly recognized pollutants, such as dirt, leaves &
landscape clippings, reduce the available oxy-
gen in creeks which makes it difficult for fish to
live. Yes, even soil and sediment can impair wa-
ter quality by degrading spawning habitats and
readily binding to pollutants such as copper,
nickel and other metals and carrying these pol-
lutants into creeks. Together we can each do our
part to keep protecting Cupertino’s creeks. Next
time you take a stroll near a Cupertino creek,
take a moment to learn about it and be
inspired to protect it!
October 4 – Free Compost Class
in Cupertino
A free backyard compost
workshop is scheduled for
Saturday October 4, 10 am –
12 pm at Cupertino’s
Quinlan Community Center,
10185 North Stelling Road.
Register online with the
County of Santa Clara Home Composting
Program at www.reducewaste.org/classes.
Cupertino residents may request a free backyard
compost bin (limit 1 per household) after attend-
ing a class. Contact environmental@cupertino.org. To get tips about eco-friendly and drought-
resistant gardening and landscaping designs,
visit www.bayareaecogardening.org.
Keep Trash Storage Areas Clean to
Protect Our Creeks and Bay
Disposable cups, food wrappers and packag-
ing, plastic bags and cigarette butts – trash is
building up on every street corner, walking trail
and highway. It’s seen in gutters and parks, and
it floats in giant patches in our ocean. Litter is a
problem that is, literally, everywhere. Environ-
mental regulations now require Bay Area mu-
nicipalities to reduce litter entering the Bay by
40% by July 1, 2014, 70% by 2017 and “zero vi-
sual impact” by 2022. Bay Area municipalities
have begun to reduce litter through a variety of
strategies, such as banning thin plastic carry-
out shopping bags, educating the community
about the harmful impact of litter, and hosting
creek and on-land litter cleanup events. To help
achieve even this summer’s 40% reduction tar-
get, Cupertino encourages property owners,
managers and their employees to take simple,
but essential, actions to stop litter from enter-
ing our creeks. This includes keeping trash ar-
eas clean and free of debris, keeping bin lids
closed, and containing outdoor trash to prevent
bin overflow. For tips on how to prevent litter vi-
olations and penalties and keep disposal areas
clean, call City staff at 408.777.3354 or email en-vironmental@cupertino.org.
Apple’s E-Waste Re-
cycling Facility Has
Moved
Apple’s Electronic Waste
Recycling drop-off for
Cupertino residents
is now located at 1326
Kifer Road in Sunny-
vale. Apple’s free resi-
dential drop off of old
or unusable electron-
ics is open on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday, 8
am – 4 pm. Proof of Cupertino residence is re-
quired. Cupertino residents may also dispose of
e-waste by calling WM At Your Door Collection
at 800.449.7587 to schedule a free home pick-
up; or drive through Environmental Recycling &
Shred It days at De Anza College; the next event
is scheduled for October 25, 2014.
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How does garbage from trash collection areas and waste
containers pollute San Francisco Bay?
• Open lids on bins, carts and compactors invite birds and animals to spread
garbage in search of food. Wind and rain easily float litter into storm drains
which empty into local creeks that travel through neighboring cities before
entering San Francisco Bay.
• Open or leaky waste containers collect rainwater which combines with the
garbage to make a polluted soup that may flow into storm drainage inlets.
• When waste containers are overfilled, garbage and loose materials usually
spill onto streets before and while collection trucks empty the bins.
What can you do to prevent water pollution?
• Keep lids on garbage and recycling bins, carts and compactors completely
closed. Post notices near disposal collection areas to remind people to keep
lids closed.
• If you notice consistently overfilled waste receptacles, contact the City at
408.777.3354 to report overflows or if you need to request additional garbage
bins or additional “free” recycling bins, call Recology at 408.725.4020.
• Keep waste areas free of litter with frequent sweeping and clean-up. Avoid using water to wash
hose areas clean since that only contributes to creek pollution.
• Weekly, inspect your garbage & recycling bins and compactors for leaks. Contact Recology at
408.725.4020 for immediate replacement of leaky or broken bins.
• Keep waste receptacles as far away from storm drainage inlets as possible.
• Check and pick up litter from the perimeter of your property including parking lots, sidewalks,
and landscape.
• Help create a Cleaner Cupertino!
City & Library Sustainability
Showcase Series Goes Live!
The City of Cupertino, in partner-
ship with the Cupertino Library
and the Cupertino Library Com-
mission, recently launched its
family-friendly Sustainability
Showcase Series. The group
worked together over the past
several months to develop an in-
teractive curriculum that would
build community environmental
knowledge through a lively series
of cross-generational events and
a compendium of mission-aligned
library resources. Please join us
for the following upcoming eco-
engaging events, or learn more
by visiting www.cupertino.org/green.
• Green Teens: Service Hours to
Grow Your Green Thumb & Our
Parks (Teen Event) Wednesday,
July 9, 9 am, McClellan Ranch,
22221 McClellan Rd, Cupertino
• Sustainable Seniors: Simple
Steps to a Greener Cupertino &
a Healthier You! (Senior Event)
Wednesday, September 24, 1:30
pm, Senior Center, 21251 Ste-
vens Creek Blvd, Cupertino
2014 Silicon Valley Food & Art Festival
Sunday, August 17, 2014, 2 pm, Quinlan Community Center, 10185 N. Stelling Road, Cupertino
Silicon Valley Food and Art Festival is a community culinary
competition and appreciation event that celebrates the
cultural diversity of Bay Area. It is fun family event that
brings together food lovers of Silicon Valley, and promotes
community involvement. Cupertino community is invited to
come and enjoy multi-cultural homemade dishes and watch
professional chef live demos. Amateur chef registration
deadline is July
11, 2014. Prizes
will be drawn at
the event and
all participants
have the
opportunity
to win.
The event, on
its 4th year, is
presented by
Ding Ding TV, Cupertino Rotary Club, Distinctive Taste
Magazine, and is supported by several media partners
and community organizations, such as CTV, UTV, FM92.3,
INDTVUSA, Sina.com, MCTV 26, KMVT 15 and Northern
California Taiwanese Chamber of Commerce. For more
information, please visit: www.DingDing.TV or www.svfoodart.org. To register as an amateur chef, call
Sandy at 408.244.8883. For detail and sponsorship informa-
tion, call 408.220.3099, or email sandy@dingding.tv.
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Submit information about clubs and organizations meeting in Cupertino to City Clerk, City of Cupertino, 10300 Torre Ave., Cupertino,
95014, 408.777.3223, cityclerk@cupertino.org. Clubs with asterisks meet more than once monthly. Call the contact number for details.
community calendar
C.A.R.E.S 7:30 pm City Hall Mtg. Room 100 408.345.8372 cupertinocares.org/
Citizen Corps Fireworks Event
Support
4 - 11 pm Cupertino High School 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
De Anza Flea Market 8 am - 4 pm De Anza College 408.864.8946 deanza.fhda.edu/fleamarket/
Cupertino Kids Chess Club*10 am -
12:30 pm
10675 S. De Anza Blvd. # 4 408.996.1236 Albert Rich [cchesschampions@
yahoo.com]
Organization of Special
Needs Families*
2 - 4 pm 10823 Willowbrook Way 408.996.0558 osfamilies.org
Cupertino Toastmasters*6:30 pm Saint Joseph of Cupertino
School-Science Room, 10110 N.
De Anza Blvd.
650.492.0859
Ask for
Dorothy Liu
easy-speak.org
Overeaters Anonymous*7 pm Union Church 408.759.2617 oa.org
American Legion Post 642 7 pm 10201 Imperial Avenue #3 408.374.6392 sccgov.org/portal/site/va
Cupertino Quota*12 - 1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.252.8568 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com
Cupertino Las Madres*10 am - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org
De Anza Kiwanis*7:15 am Intl. House of Pancakes 408.973.1832 classic.kiwanis.org
HP Communicator Toastmasters 7 am 10181 Finch Avenue-Bethel
Lutheran Church
408.673.1820 jwassocs.com
Cupertino Coin Club 7:30 pm West Valley Presbyterian Church
6191 Bollinger Ave.
CupertinoCoinClub.com
Fine Arts League 7 pm Community Center 408.893.3907
Ask Janki
Chokshi
falc.org
Planetarium Shows*7 pm De Anza Planetarium 408.864.8814 planetarium.deanza.edu
Al-ANON Family Group*7 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 940 S.
Stelling Rd.
408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg
Cupertino Sanitary District*8 pm 20833 Stevens Creek #104 408.253.7071 cupertinosanitarydistrict.org/
De Anza Optimist Club*7:15 am Holder's Restaurant 408.863.0835 optimist.org
Cupertino Optimist Club*12:15 pm Blue Pheasant 408.255.3212 optimist.org
Tandem Toastmasters*12 - 1 pm 10101 N. De Anza Blvd 408.447.0797 tandemtoastmasters.vsgcorp.
com
Macintalkers Toastmasters*5:30 pm Apple Computer, 1 Infinite
Loop
macintalkers.com
vppr@macintalkers.com
Cupertino Rotary Club*Noon Community Center 408.920.2224 cupertinorotary.org
Philotesian Rebekah #145 7:30 pm Cupertino Odd Fellows 408.252.3954 caioof.org/IOOF/CA_RA_
Officers.html
Cupertino Symphonic Band*7 pm Monta Vista High School 408.262.0471 netview.com/csb/
Krazy Dazys Square Dance Club*7 pm Hyde Middle School 408.747.0943 krazydazys.org/
Cupertino Las Madres*10 am - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org
Cupertino Host Lions Club*7:15 pm Mariani's Restaurant, BBLC
Hall, 99 North Bascom Avenue,
San Jose
408.209.7251 cupertinohostlionsclub.org
Citizen Corps Backboard/
Splinting
7 - 9 pm City Hall EOC 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
De Anza Lions Club*6:45 am Holders Country Inn 408.255.3093 deanzalions.org/
Northwest Y Service Club*6:30 pm Northwest YMCA, 20803 Alves
Drive
408.351.2444 yserviceclub@ymcasv.org
Connect Club I*Noon Holders Country Inn 408.252.7054 cupertino-chamber.org
Connect Club II*8 am Chamber of Commerce 408.252.7054 cupertino-chamber.org
Business Networking Intl.*7 am Arya Restaurant 408.996.9111 Cupertinobni.com
Embroiderers' Guild of America 7 pm Sunny View Retirement
Community
408.873.1190 ega-gpr.org
Food Addicts in Recovery (FA)*7 pm St. Jude's Church 408.354.8493 foodaddicts.org/
Cupertino Las Madres*10 am - 1 pm Call for location 408.861.0417 lasmadres.org
American Association of University
Women
6:30 - 8 pm Moorpark Hotel 2nd Floor,
4241 Moorpark Ave, San Jose,
CA 95129
408.996.7492 Susanps@sonic.net
Overeaters Anonymous*7 pm Union Church 408.759.2617 oa.org
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Cupertino Sister Cities 7:30 - 9:30 pm City Hall Conference Rm A 408.867.2162 jeang8@hotmail.com
Citizen Corps Monta Vista ARK
Signage CARES, CERT, MRC
9 am - 12 noon Monta Vista Fire Station 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
Cupertino Odd Fellows*8 am 20589 Homestead Rd.408.252.3954 cupertinoioof70.org
Citizen Corps Just In Time Training
CARES, CERT, MRC
7 - 9 pm City Hall EOC 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
Al-ANON Family Group*5 pm Bethel Lutheran Church, 10181
Finch Ave., Fireside Room
408.379.9375 ncwsa.org/scvafg
Alcoholics Anonymous*
Women's Group
7 pm Good Shepard Christian
Church, 940 S. Stelling Rd.
408. 374.8511 aasanjose.org
Cupertino Kiwanis*Noon The Blue Pheasant 408.252.3830 cupertinokiwanis.homestead.
com
Knights of Columbus 4981*7:30 pm 10201 Imperial Ave.408.296.8146 kofc.org/un/
Cupertino Men's Service*Noon The Blue Pheasant
Cupertino Sr. TV Production*9:30 am Senior Center 408.252.2667
Cupertino Quota*12 - 1 pm The Blue Pheasant 408.252.8568 cupertino.quota@yahoo.com
Malihini Orchid Society 7:30 pm Vallco Shopping Center 408.267.3397 malihini.org
Citizen Corps CPR/AED Certi. CARES,
CERT, MRS
9 am - 1 pm City Hall EOC 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
Hindu Swayamsevak Sangh USA*10 am - 1:30 pm Creekside Park Hall 408.368.0357 www.hssus.org
Citizen Corps Steering Committee 6:30 - 8 pm City Hall EOC 408.777.3176 www.cupertino.org/index.
aspx?page=1076
Viewfinders Digital Video Club 7:30 pm Community Center - In
Cupertino Room
408.520.1379 viewfindersclub.org http://
viewfindersclub.org/Meetings.
html
JULY CLUB / ORGANIZATION TIME LOCATION PHONE WEB/EMAIL
JULY 1 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm
JULY 2 Library Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
JULY 2 Technology, Info & Communication Comm. (Conf. Rm. A) 7 pm
JULY 3 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 9:30 am
JULY 3 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C) 5 pm
JULY 3 Parks and Recreation Commission (Community Hall)7 pm
JULY 8 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
JULY 10 Housing Commission (Conf. Rm. C)9 am
JULY 10 Administrative Hearing meeting 5 pm
JULY 10 Public Safety Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
JULY 15 City Council Meeting (Community Hall)***6:45 pm
JULY 16 Bicycle and Pedestrian Commission (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
JULY 17 Audit Committee Meeting (Conf. Rm. A)4 pm
JULY 17 Environmental Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)9 am
JULY 17 Design Review Committee (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm
JULY 22 Planning Commission (Community Hall)*** 6:45 pm
JULY 24 Administrative Hearing meeting (Conf. Rm. C)5 pm
JULY 28 Fine Arts Commission Meeting (Conf. Rm. A)7 pm
CITY MEETINGS
Unless otherwise noted, all City Council and Commission meetings are held at 10350 Torre Ave.
City Hall is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 5:30 pm; Fridays, 7:30 am to 4:30 pm.
*** These meetings will be seen live via webcast at www.cupertino.org/webcast, or on The City Channel, Cable 26.
For all city meetings’ agenda and minutes go to www.cupertino.org/agenda.
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REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2014
Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Santoro, Sinks, Wong Absent: None
Received Hsinchu Sister City Committee presentation
and letters of appreciation regarding recent trip
Presented proclamation for May 16 through May 23
as Santa Clara County Affordable Housing Week
Presented Proclamation to recognize and acknowledge
Public Works Week in Cupertino
Approved the May 6 City Council minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 14-148 accepting Accounts
Payable for period ending April 18, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-149 accepting Accounts
Payable for period ending April 25, 2014
Third Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2013-2104
1. Accepted the City Manager’s Third Quarter Financial
Report for Fiscal Year 2013-2014; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 14-150 approving Third
Quarter Budget Adjustments
City Project, Stevens Creek Corridor Park and Restora-
tion Phase 2, Project No. 9134
1. Accepted construction work completed by Robert A
Bothman, Inc; and
2. Authorized an amendment to the agreement with SSA
Landscape Architects for additional services for an
amount not to exceed $26,500; and
3. Authorized use of grant monies from the Santa Clara
Valley Transportation Authority “Project Readiness
Initiative” program to reimburse eligible expenses,
increasing the allocation to this project from $22,000 to
a maximum of $34,534
Authorized the City Manager to award a contract
to O’Grady Paving Company, Inc,. in the amount of
$1,002,968 for base bid and add alternate number one;
and approved a Construction Contingency of $150,000,
for a total of $1,152,968
Adopted Resolution No. 14-151 declaring brush to be a
public nuisance and potential fire hazard and setting the
hearing date for June 2nd
Accepted resignation and directed staff to recruit for the
vacancy of Housing Commissioner (Financial Represen-
tative) Jimmy Chien
Adopted Resolution No. 14-152 approving (TR-2014-17)
the removal and replacement of 24 private non-spec-
imen trees (23 Shamel Ash and 1 Chinese Elm) for the
Main Street Project with the following amendments:
A. Remove the in lieu fee wording in the Resolution
B. Have staff minimize the down period between re-
moval and replacement planting
C. Replace some of the replacement species with Oak
trees as appropriate
D. Establish the difference between the value of a tree
per the fee schedule vs. the cost of a new tree and use
50% of that value up to $75,000 to contribute toward
the Public Street Tree Fund
Council also provided the following input to the Public
Works Department regarding the proposed removal
and replacement of 48 public, non-specimen street trees
(45 Shamel Ash and 3 Autumn Purple White Ash) for the
Main Street Project per staff recommendation
Foothill Live/Work development project
E. Approved mitigated Negative Declaration EA-2014-01
(Santoro voting no); and
F. Conducted the first reading of Ordinance No. 14-2119:
“An Ordinance of the Cupertino City Council approv-
ing the rezoning of a .87 gross acre parcel from P(CG)-
Planned Development General Commerical to P(CG,
Res)-Planned Development General Commerical and
Residential, located at 10121 N.Foothill Blvd,” (Santoro
Voting No); and
G. Adopted resolution No. 14-153 approving tentative
map TM-2014-01 (Santoro voting no); and
H. Adopted Resolution No. 14-154 approving develop-
ment permit DP-2014-02 (Santoro voting no); and
I. Adopted resolution No. 14-155 approving architectural
and site approval ASA-2014-02 (Santoro voting no);
and F) adopted Resolution No. 14-156 approving tree
removal permit TR-2014-08 (Santoro voting no); and
added the following conditions
• Superceded condition Nos. 9(J)(I) and 9(J)(II) of
Planning Commission Resolution No. 6734 to State,
“Five (5) Guest Parking Spaces shall be reserved for
workspace patrons and allowable incidental employ-
ees only during the hours of 7 am to 6 pm, Monday
through Friday. The five (5) reserved guest parking stalls
shall be open to all parties during the hours of 6 pm to
7 am, Monday through Friday and 24 hours a day on
weekends and holidays.”
• The applicant shall work with the affected neighboring
property owners along the West and South property
lines to determine the acceptable trimming and
maintenance height of the new privacy trees/shrubs
along the West and South property lines. The CC&RS
shall reflect the acceptable trimming and maintenance
heights.
• The CC&RS shall require property owners of the
Live-Work Units to obtain and maintain a City
Business License in order to utilize the workspaces.
Failure to do so would be a violation of the Develop-
ment Permit and CC&RS and would result in further
Code Enforcement action by the City
Designated Wong as voting delegate and Sinks as
alternate for the League of California Cities Annual
Conference September 3 - 5 in Los Angeles
Adjourned to Tuesday, May 27 beginning at 3:30 pm
for Teen Commission Interviews, Cupertino City Hall
Conference Room A, 10300 Torre Avenue
REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 2, 2014
Council Members Present: Chang, Mahoney, Santoro, Sinks, Wong Absent: None
Presented two certificates to the Telengana Cultural
Association
Presented the Proclamation celebrating the World’s
Largest Swimming Lesson at Blackberry Farm
Presented the Proclamation to Sunny View Retirement
Community 50th Anniversary
Received Cupertino Historical Society update
Approved the May 14 City Council minutes
Approved the May 20 City Council minutes
Adopted Resolution No. 14-157 accepting Accounts
Payable for period ending April 4, 2014
Adopted Resolution No. 14-158 appointing the Treasurer
and Deputy Treasurer
Adopted Resolution No. 14-159 calling the election
Adopted Resolution No. 14-160 approving the City’s par-
ticipation in the County of Santa Clara Home Investment
Partnerships Program (Home) Consortium
Adopted Resolution No. 14-160 approving the CDBG
Loan Extension for 10526 Sterling Boulevard
Conducted the second reading and enacted Ordinance
No. 14-2119: “An Ordinance of the Cupertino City
Council approving the rezoning of a .87 gross acre parcel
from P(CG)- Planned Development General Commercial
to P(CG, RES) – Planned Development General com-
council actions
cupertino scene July 201414
news items
Smartfos Inc
10026A Orange Ave
Green Apple Books & Beyond
10065 E Estates Dr
Aria Hair Studio
20540 Stevens Creek
Blvd
Chairman SF LLC
20955 Stevens Creek
Blvd
Amy Su CPA
20370 Town Center Ln,
Ste 168
3 Way Venture
10470 Davison Ave
Amy Dental
10487 S De Anza Blvd
Custom Prosthetics Inc.
10601 S De Anza Blvd,
Ste 303
Classic Cleaners LLC
10020 Imperial Ave
Saanya Construction Inc.
10343 Mary Ave
Scjen Management LLC
19501 Stevens Creek Blvd
Johannes Vegeway Group
7758 Robindell Way
Hula Truck
20955 Stevens Creek
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The programs listed below are aired on Mondays
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are on Tuesdays and Fridays at 7 pm on Channel 15.
July 7, 8 & 11Hiring a Contractor – Tips on how home-
owners can minimize their chances of getting
scammed when hiring a contractor.
July 14, 15 & 18
San Jose Giants and Minor League Baseball –
A discussion of minor league baseball and the
local San Jose Giants team with their Director
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July 21, 22 & 25
Straight out of Life: Poetry of Tim J. Myers –
This delightful program is highlighted with the
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Tim is an award-winning author and poet.
July 28, 29 & August 1
Colossal Seashell Collection - Come with us
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Submission deadline for the September edition is August 6.
- Adult 50+ News, Continued from page 9
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mercial and residential, located at 10121 North Foothill
Boulevard.” (Santoro voting no)
Under postponements, the brush abatement for public
nuisance and potential fire hazard, was removed from
the agenda
Authorized the City Manager to execute an agree-
ment with New World Systems for the replacement of
the Pentamation System in the amount of $561,060 for
licensing and implementation and $65,000 annually for
software maintenance for five years for a total five-year-
non-to-exceed amount of $821,060 with the following
amendment:
In exhibit AA (Cost summary and payment sched-
ule) move the $122,530 from line A2 (Amount in-
voiced upon delivery of licensed standard software)
to line B5 (amount invoiced upon completion of
step 8 in statement of work in addition to $80,000
to be paid upon completion of step 8 in statement
of work/go live date
Directed staff to make the following changes:
• Add two additional questions to the Teen Commission
application
– 1. Have you been to a Teen Commission meeting
before? If so, when and what was discussed?
– 2. Have you applied to the Teen Commission before?
• Have a volunteer sign-in sheet at Teen Commission
meetings noting on the sheet that meeting attendance
may be used as possible criteria during Teen Commis-
sion interviews
• Use a fillable PDF Teen Commission application or add
secure online application form for Teen Commission
Held a moment of silence in memory of Mayor Janet
Gray Hayes and adjourned the meeting to Tuesday, June
10 at 6:45 p.m. for the 2014-2015 budget adoption hear-
ing, Cupertino Community Hall Council Chamber, 10350
Torre Avenue. A special meeting will be held on Tuesday,
June 10 at 4:30 p.m. for Public Safety and Bicycle
Pedestrian Commission Interviews, Cupertino City Hall
Conference Room A. 10300 Torre Avenue.
Sargent Equestrian Center,
Wednesday, October 15, $99
Google!, Thursday, October 23, $45
Delta Dives, Thursday, October 30, $97
All classes will be held at Cupertino
City Hall, 10300 Torre Avenue, Cupertino. The
registration fee is $35 which will be reimbursed to
Cupertino residents upon successful completion
of the course. If you have questions or want to
register contact: info@sccfd.org or 1.408.378.4010.
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