Around Fremont

getting to oakland airport via BART

2008-10-03T17:36:23Z

Has anyone ever done this? I usually take a taxi, because I tend to take flights that are BEFORE the crack of dawn. But I'm going to Palm Springs next week for my sister's wedding, and for once the flight times are in the middle of the day.

I know what stop to get out at, but where do you go from there? Is there a shuttle, or do you just walk??

Whoa, I wasn't imagining that.

2008-09-26T04:50:44Z

http://quake.usgs.gov/recenteqs/Maps/122-38.htm
2.4 right in Fremont. I thought it was my neighbors slamming their door too hard, haha. :D The "Did You Feel It?" isn't up yet. (Do they even put up a page for earthquakes that small?)

Usually when I feel something like that, I go check quake.usgs.gov and there's nothing, but this time there's something! I feel less crazy for checking now.

Definitely the smallest earthquake I've ever felt! Probably just due to the poor construction of my townhouse, if I had to guess...

Have Not Verified

2008-09-24T18:12:15Z

Here's an email that got forwarded to me:I just want to share a recent experience I had at the Safeway in Newark. As I came out, I was approached by someone who led me to believe he represented D.A.R.E. There was a table with a huge banner and the table was covered with brochures and other items from D.A.R.E. The first thing he said was, "Hi. Have you heard of DARE?" Everything he said and did gave the impression that he was from D.A.R.E.

They told me they were holding a fundraiser and asked if I was interested in purchasing a t-shirt or CD holder, etc... I said no, I don't need anymore clutter in the house, but I believe in the program and would like to donate. They said that's fine. I gave them $10 and they handed me a receipt.

After I got home, I looked at the receipt and on the back there is a disclaimer. It clearly states that they are a for-profit corporation and only 5% of the proceeds they collect will go to DARE. It also says that they are not allowed to accept monetary donations at all.

There was a phone number hand written on the front, so I called. Of course, there was no answer. I googled the phone number and it showed up on a bunch of online job ads looking for "self-starters who want to get rich quick."

That's when I realized I had been scammed. I immediately called Safeway and asked if they were aware that the organization in front of the store is a for-profit corporation and they said yes, but they thought it was a fundraiser so they approved it. I told them my story and they said they would look into it. The next day, my husband saw the same people out there, so it looks like Safeway doesn't care.

I emailed DARE and asked them about it. They said that they are aware of how the corporation is using their name, but have made it very clear to them that they cannot accept monetary donations. I told them my story and they said "they'd look into it."

Anyway, I just wanted to make sure you were all aware that this is not DARE. It is a sleazy "corporation" that literally recruits young adults who want to "get rich quick."

The reason I am posting this anyway is so I can share with you that MOST fund raising projects, unless run entirely by the organization itself, are like this. I used to be co-owner of a telemarketing company . . I know, I know . . .I apologize it was decades ago. Our contract was just that, and we were reputable, we got 95% AFTER expenses. If you want to donate to an organization, donate to them. Send them a check, to their main address.

No Ardenwood pumpkin patch!!!

2008-09-23T05:37:59Z

And no corn maze, either. So says the Argus.

*cries*

I was going to bring this Japanese family that I'm tutoring...

Everyone needs to write the Perry family a postcard of appreciation! Sounds like they haven't been having a good time at the hands of some visitors. :/

Easy

2008-09-22T20:04:40Z

Philly cheesesteak?

(Hopefully closer than the awesome place in Santa Clara)

FREE haircuts Mon, Sept 29!!!!

2008-09-22T19:11:27Z

Hi!
I am currently training to be a hairstylist at one of SF's upscale salons located near Union Square and am in need of 2 "models"/volunteers for a FREE haircut!
We go through an advanced haircutting program in which we must demonstrate haircuts to a highly skilled instructor and demonstrate that we understand how to cut them and the concepts of the haircuts.

Mon, Sept 29, we will be TESTED on 2 diff haircuts... the A-line bob, and a rounded hairline "halo" bob.
I need a model for each:
Aline @ 9am and Rounded "halo" bob @ 1pm

Examples:
ALINE - short length in back, length starts around base of neck, and gradually gets longer toward front of face.. length near collar bone.
"model" Must have little to no layers, straight to wavy hair, no bangs, length longer than chin length.

HALO - Short, length about base of neck in back, rounds up around front hairline, length at sides just at bottom of ears, rounded fringe. -Demonstrates cutting with curved lines
model must have little to no layers, straight to wavy hair, length in back at least at base of neck or longer.
The cut I must demonstrate:
can later be modified- scroll down to see)</b>

Rounded bangs/sides, about shoulder length, very little graduation.

edgier, long fringe, at shoulder, thicker hair, has layers

(minus tails),fun color

THIS CUT CAN BE MODIFIED!!!!
Modifaction examples:

If you are interested in either haircut, please respond with which you would like, descriptive details of your current hair, and a picture of your current hair. If this is not for you, but you know someone who would be interested, I would appreciate any help!
Thank yoU!
-Vivian

aroundfremont @ 2008-09-21T22:44:00

2008-09-22T05:44:24Z

From the Mercury: Fremont considers temporary ban on monster homes in single-story neighborhoods.

Planet Fitness/Area around Cinedome 8?

2008-09-21T21:03:53Z

I was driving down the freeway when I saw the Planet Fitness where the fabic store (I think??) used to be. I'm considering taking advantage of Planet Fitness's promotion, but I am concerned about the area at night. It doesn't appear to be well-lit (although I've only seen a movie there once over 10 years ago) although I would aim to work out there between 6:30-8:30 or so.

Thoughts? The place isn't open yet (the equipment won't come for another week or so) and so I can't judge how crowded it might be and everything. I like the idea of a not-crowded gym, but not so much if the area is deserted even at those hours at night.

aroundfremont @ 2008-09-19T15:40:00

2008-09-19T22:40:42Z

http://cbs5.com/local/newark.attempted.kidnapping.2.820993.html

These happened a block from my house. Scary :(

Great find for Lunch - CITY BISTRO

2008-09-16T20:05:50Z

A little north of Fremont in south Hayward, my husband and I just discovered City Bistro which is located 30162 Industrial Pkwy SW (at Whipple Rd) in Hayward. Its in the Target mall right off of 880. Its between Panda Express and Waffles.

Free wi-fi to start. The food is New York Deli inspired goodness. The portions are huge. We had soup and sandwiches and everything was just delicious. Last time we went a week ago I had a hot sliced pork sandwich with dipping sauce and it was wonderful. My husband has been equally impressed and is planning on Yelping it later.

IHS Fire

2008-09-16T09:16:46Z

http://www.insidebayarea.com/argus/localnews/ci_10472707?source=rss

FREMONT — As authorities continue their investigation into a weekend fire that ripped through two classrooms at Irvington High School, teachers displaced by the blaze are making plans to hold classes at temporary sites for at least the next month.

The entire 80s wing — comprised of five classrooms, including a science lab — is expected to be blocked off 30 days for cleanup, Principal Pete Murchison said. And Room 84, which took the hardest hit, may not reopen until January or later, he added.

I had Ms. Tai for my Algebra 2/Trig teacher.

Nordstrom Rack coming to Fremont

2008-09-14T17:49:12Z

Inside Bay Area article about Nordstrom Rack.

(Sigh: "As for Whole Foods, there is no plan to open one in Fremont, he said." Everyone go bug our city planner, bug @wholefoods on Twitter, and fill out WF's contact form.)

aroundfremont @ 2008-09-09T10:54:00

2008-09-09T17:55:18Z

if you're not 100% sure that you're registered to vote--in other words, if you didn't vote last or get voter materials last year--you should check to see if you are registered. I can't tell you how many lost registrations I've seen.

Alameda County voters can check their registration online: http://www.acgov.org/rov/voter_reg_lookup.htm

Crossposted to my LJ (with bonus political content, haha).

An interesting piece of history

2008-09-09T00:20:55Z

September 14 (Sunday) 4:00PM - 6:00PM
Mai Lon Gittlesohn, Professor of Asian American Studies,Sacramento State University
Gregory Yee Mark, grandson of Marion Wong
Oaklander Marion Wong's 1916 silent film: The Curse of Quon Gwon
When she was 20 years old, Marion Wong started the first Chinese American film company in the West Coast around 1915-1921 called the Mandarin Photo Play Film Company. The following year, Marion directed The Curse of Quon Gwon. Loosely based on her family's 1911-1912 trip to China, Wong's film takes a feminist, but comedic look at the conflict between Old World/ New World family values. Mark and Gittlesohn will discuss their family's role in the making of the Curse of Quon Gwon, before a showing of the film at 5:15PM.
Free and open to the public. Please email pr@nilesfilmmuseum.org to reserve your seat. For more information, see http://www.nilesfilmmuseum.org
Contact: pr@nilesfilmmuseum.org
Location: Niles Essanay Silent Film Museum, 37417 Niles Blvd., Fremont

Crossposted to my journal.

Quake info

2008-09-06T04:09:36Z

Just a brief creaking and slight, short rocking here.

Anyway, here it is:
http://quake.wr.usgs.gov/recenteqs/Quakes/nc51207740.htm

4.0 ENE of Alamo, CA (so about 30 miles from Fremont).

The Did You Feel It? page is up now:
http://pasadena.wr.usgs.gov/shake/STORE/X51207740/ciim_form.html

Do your duty for SCIENCE! and go fill out the form, please!

Great New Certificate Rates

2008-09-06T03:40:32Z

Hello everyone! We got some very cool news at my work, KeyPoint Credit Union. For those that have not heard of of KeyPoint, we are a community charter credit union that has been around since 1979. Our company motto is "Build your net worth." We are committed to offering the most competitive rates on home loans, mortgages, CD's and money markets. We just released even better rates on our 10 month CDs as well as introduced a new interest barring account, the Money Market Savings. Both rates can be found on our website: http://keypointcu.com/certificates.htm In order to get these amazing rates, you must become a member of our credit union. If you are not yet a member, please come see me at our Milpitas Town Center location and I will be glad to waive the membership fee for you!

Pizza & Curry!

2008-09-05T01:17:25Z

So we have two fusion places now? Kind of awesome!

I just got a doorhanger ad for http://pizzaandcurry.com/ --they deliver in Fremont and they have online ordering. Awesome.

help?

2008-09-02T07:52:40Z

Hi,
So I have some out of town college friends coming to Fremont tomorrow (tuesday) and I need some ideas for what to do...I love Fremont, but it's not the best vacationing destination. Any suggestions? Thanks!!

CHEEEEEEESE

2008-09-01T03:08:31Z

There's cheese at the mall farmer's market! I haven't been in a few weeks, but there it was today! The person I talked to, Deborah, said she hopes to be there every week. She had both goat and cow cheese, as well as butter! They also have quark, cheese curds, etc.

Come on out and support the CHEESE next Sunday.

http://www.springhillcheese.com/

Fall Taiko Classes Starting Soon in Newark

2008-08-25T23:01:16Z

Come and be part of the fun
and excitement of Japanese
Taiko Drumming!

Newark Adult Education
TAIKO Classes

Learn the festival drumming styles of traditional
Japan while developing timing, rhythm, and
balance. No experience is needed and you must
be over 12 years old to participate.

Taiko Basic I & II -- 7-9pm

Basic II Tuesday Sept 16 - Dec 9
Basic II Wednesday Sept 17 - Dec 10
Basic I Thursday Sept 18 - Dec 11
Basic I Friday Sept 19 - Dec 12

At least 2 or 3 sessions of Basic I are required to move up to Basic II.

Instructors: S. Eustice, T. Eustice, B. Chu - Wadaiko Newark Members

Registration Fee: $60
Materials Fee: $25 (payable to instructors)

Location: Room 25, Newark Adult School
35777 Cedar Blvd, Newark, CA

For information contact:

Newark Adult Education
35777 Cedar Blvd
Newark, CA 94560
510-818-3700

Registrar Now!!!

A minimum number of students are
required for a class to be held,
so please register early!!!!!!

FREE haircut in SF! Mon. Sept 8th!!!!!

2008-08-25T03:43:56Z

Hi!
I'm currently training to be a stylist at SF's Upscale Joseph Cozza Salon. We will be holding a haircutting class Monday, Sept. 8th in which we must demonstrate a haircut known as the "halo" or "pageboy" - very popular haircut in fashion/runway - on 2 "models"/volunteers. This haircut is complimentary!!

This haircut is best on straight, normal to fine hair. Best length would be around shoulder or longer.. but end result would be no longer than shoulder length w/bangs. If you currently have a bob and are open to new things/going shorter this is for you! Or if you currently have long hair and want to go real short, this is for you too!! If you are a man that has longer than shoulder hair and want to go very short we can do that too!!

Times available:

Mon, Sept 8@ 9am & 12:45p

The cut I must demonstrate:

(can later be modified- scroll down to see)

Rounded bangs/sides, about shoulder length, very little graduation.

edgier, long fringe, at shoulder, thicker hair, has layers

with fun haircolor

fine hair

shorter version

shorter & rounder, fun hair color

shorter length, shorter fringe

(minus tails),fun color

men's version (we can go shorter afterward)

THIS CUT CAN BE MODIFIED!!!!

Modifaction examples:

If you are intersted in this FREE haircut, please respond with a detailed description of your current hair, what time of the 2 spots avail you would like, and a picture of your current hair.
if you would like to do this cut, but modify it differently, please explain that as well and include a pic if poss.

Thank you!!!

-Vivian

I've moved — glad for the memories!

2008-08-24T00:33:03Z

I lived in Fremont for over 6 years (wow, I can barely believe it) and only recently moved across the bay to Mountain View. Good times! I'm going to try my best to keep watching the community, offer anything up I can from my experiences, among other things. Per my move, I've joined such communities as Mountain View, CA and Santa Clara County. Any further suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

I will say that hopefully you may find me on a future random weekend at places such as Suju's or Mission Coffee—I can't get ever forget the fresh-baked zucchini muffins @ Mission!

Peet's

2008-08-21T16:32:50Z

I don't go in there often, so I'm probably the last person to notice, but they have a sign up saying Free Wifi now.

Moving rates within Fremont

2008-08-15T00:16:54Z

It's me again!

Any idea how much it costs to get movers within Fremont for "2 beds, 2 sofas, 4 tables & 6 chairs, 2 wardrobes and 1 [large flat-screen] TV?" My clients may be moving inside Fremont from one house to another and don't know what to expect, but neither do I. I expect they'll be willing to pay more to hire a very professional and polite company--they're from Japan and possibly not used to more casual American service standards (and thus I don't think the "hire some guys from the neighborhood" tactic will work too well).

Anyway, a ballpark figure would be great!

(I know Starving Students is no good, but if you have other recommendations, that'd be good too.)

And also!

2008-08-12T05:14:52Z

I also need a place to get glasses that's not Site for Sore Eyes and that takes VSP. I'd like people who'll work with me to get a good pair of glasses both in terms of looks and function, without pushing Gucci on me. :)

Thanks!