Flea Market Vendors list

The vendors at this weekend's Flea Market include:

Mary Agee Miscellaneous

Laura Allen Miscellaneous

Diane Armstrong Household goods, collectibles

Monika Basora Art, clothing, cards, household items

Betty Beede Fabric, household articles

Cynthia Blake Books, fabrics, articles

Mary Bowers Jewelry, miscellaneous

Kathleen Bowman Books, CDs, clothes, collectibles

William Boyd Chairs, books, lamps

Pam Brett Cigar box purses, needlepoint, dolls, books

Lois Brill Jewelry, scarves, marmalade

Carol Bruce Clothing, household items, games, clothes

Belva Carroll Beaded baskets, candleholders

John Christensen Antiques, household items, Asian and Royal Copenhagen

Phyllis Christopher Miscellaneous

City of Hope Miscellaneous

Nina Cohen Household goods

Richard Cohn Household items

Carol Collins Clothes, lamps, tennis racquets

Congregational Church Miscellaneous

Jan Cooper Beads, necklaces, earrings, photos

Alicia Correa Miscellaneous

Sue DeCarlo Porcelain, glass housewares, jewelry

Phil and Carol Doyle Scarves, jewelry, toys, household

Judy Dressler Jewelry, paintings

Dorothy Elfont Crystal antique pieces, earrings

Robert Elias Pottery, odds and ends

Johanne Emrich Miscellaneous

Corky Eskes Household

Asia Fahmy Miscellaneous

Friends of Animals Miscellaneous

Liz Gallen Collectibles, antiques

Jose Grier Collectibles, cards, books

Lynn Guy Miscellaneous

F.E. Hatfield Art works, porcelain, clothing

Terry and Bob Hayes Miscellaneous

Richard Heinicke Miscellaneous

Lori Henderson Vases, costume jewelry, household

Michael Herr Self-published fiction books

Mamie Hirasawa Pictures, dishes

Raji Ibrahim Household items, dishes

Muriel James Books

Kay Kamian Household, holiday decorations

Robert King Glassware, accessories, china

Maria Krautner Miscellaneous

Lapidary Club Jewelry items

Margaret Leary Golf clubs, button hooks, curios

Lion's Club Doughnuts and coffee

Stella Liu Art, household items, embroidery

Anita Luciano Household items

Joan Lundgren Art

Angie Martin Household items

Barbara Mayer Jewelry

Janet McAnnally Household items

Constance Mitchell Jewelry, housewares

Lee Murphy Collectibles

Florence Myer Household items

Ellen Nebel Jewelry, purses, trinkets

Jerry Oblonsky Miscellaneous

James Pittman Tools, silver, small household objects

Maria Pomeroy Plants, scarves, miscellaneous

Irene Redovian Miscellaneous

Ulla Rieger Miscellaneous

Amelia Riggio Glass, kitchen items, miscellaneous

Pat Ringen Jewelry, beads

Marion Rogoway Household items

Betty Rothaus Original fine art painting

Ruth Smith Antiques, housewares, keepsakes, jewelry

Gloria Solares Household goods

Diana Starr Knitted and crocheted items

Alice Taybi Miscellaneous

Third Walnut Creek Mutual

Garden items, household, handcrafts

Annie Toy Household items, linens, books, kitchen utensils

Bill and Grete Trulock Household items, antiques, toys, CDs

Sally Wilde Knick knacks

M.J. Wilson Papier mache sculpture, textile art

Elaine Young Miscellaneous

Youth Homes Auxiliary Household articles, baked goods, jewelry

Artists, authors, dog lovers and more at the Flea Market

A record number of vendors - 78 - will be on hand for Saturday's Flea Market.

Flea Market Vendors list

The vendors at this weekend's Flea Market include:

Rossmoor author will sell her books at Saturday Flea Market

Rossmoor resident and author Dr. Muriel James will sell some of the books she has written during the Saturday, May 26, Flea Market at the Gateway Clubhouse complex.

All directors return to serve another year on the GRF Board

The 43rd annual meeting of members of the Golden Rain Foundation May 14 was a mere formality in that all of the previous year's directors will continue to serve for the 2007-2008 year.

Community meeting to be held at Tice Valley Gym tomorrow to discuss proposed development

There will be a community meeting at the Tice Valley Gym on Thursday, May 24, at 7:30 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is for Tice Valley Oaks, LLC to present its proposed 17-unit development to local residents.

Eagle Ridge uses a different approach to introduce board candidates

Eagle Ridge's Mutual 68 has three candidates for two board vacancies. Residents were sent biographies of the three candidates and the Community Information Committee (CIC) discussed having a forum to hear the candidates discuss their backgrounds, their reasons for competing for the two positions, and their stands on various issues.

Evac Pac surveys being tallied, emergency bag is still available

Over 600 Rossmoor residents have responded to the Evac Pac survey and the results are being tallied. Along with their responses, Rossmoor residents have made many helpful suggestions and requests that are now being evaluated by Contra Costa County Supervisor Gayle Uilkema's office.

Fire Safety Task Force holds its first community meeting

What does a resident do when a neighbor is a packrat? Why are the fire extinguishers downstairs in two-level buildings? Is the landscaping too close to buildings and particularly flammable? How will a virtually deaf person be warned when the sound of a smoke alarm doesn't wake her from sleep?

GRF committees have vacancies

There will be openings on the following GRF committees this month:

GRF President David Smith's remarks at the annual meeting of members

The current Golden Rain Board has completed its 2006-2007 year, a year of challenges and a year of accomplishments that have benefited all of Rossmoor. While the scope and degree of accomplishments would, by themselves, make this a noteworthy year, it is the unprecedented trust, confidence and openness that has been established which marks this past year as a truly exceptional one.

Learn the ins and outs of riding County Connection

Residents who feel uncomfortable with the thought of taking the County Connection to doctors appointments or shopping can get help from Gretchen Hansen, Rossmoor bus forewoman.

Lions Club offers free hearing screenings

As part of its continuing effort to assist residents with hearing problems, the Rossmoor Lions Club sponsors free hearing screenings for residents once every year.

Looking for Rossmoor pioneers

The Rossmoor News and Channel 28 are looking for pioneer Rossmoor residents. Residents or former residents who lived in Rossmoor between 1964 and 1970 are invited to tell their stories of the early years in Rossmoor, Leisure World. What was life like here back then?

Meetings

BOARD, MUTUAL AND COMMITTEE

Memorial Day ceremony recognizes returnees from Iraq and Afghanistan

For the fourth consecutive year, the Walnut Creek City Council will honor Walnut Creek servicemen who have returned from military duty in Iraq and Afghanistan at its annual Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 28, at 10 a.m. at the gazebo in Civic Park, corner of North Broadway and Civic Drive.

Mutual 22 to hold election

The 37th annual meeting of members of Walnut Creek Mutual 22 will be held on Monday, June 4, at 10 a.m. in the Mutual's Recreation Room, 4033 Terra Granada Drive.

President's Corner

Giving credit to CORG for open committee meetings

Residents are invited to discuss enhancements to the Creek Walk

The public is invited to share ideas on potential enhancements to the Creek Walk in Walnut Creek's Civic Park at a community meeting on Saturday, June 2, at 9 a.m. in the Civic Park Community Center, 1375 Civic Drive.

Rossmoor Farmers' Market to open May 25

The Rossmoor Certified Farmers' Market will be open every Friday morning this summer, beginning Friday, May 25, at 9:30 a.m. in the Gateway parking lot of the main clubhouse.

Scholarship Foundation disperses 31 college scholarships

Rossmoor Scholarship Foundation President Bill Regan has announced that 31 students have been awarded collage scholarships of $2,750 each.

Security Report

The following incidents were reported to Securitas, Rossmoor's security service provider. They appear here as they were initially reported to Securitas. After investigation, details of a case may indicate a lesser or different incident description.

Single-payer healthcare is discussed at Democrats meeting

The Democrats of Rossmoor will have two speakers discuss single-payer health care at the Thursday, May 24, meeting in the Diablo Room at Hillside.

Take precautions around snakes; they come out of hibernation at this time of year

It's the time of the year when the snakes come out of hibernation and move into patios, carports and walkways. There are several different kinds of snakes in the valley, including garter, gopher, king, whip and rattlesnakes.

Third Mutual will hold its 33rd annual meeting of members in the Fireside Room

The 33rd annual meeting of members of Third Walnut Creek Mutual will be held on Tuesday, June 12, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fireside Room, Gateway Clubhouse, 1001 Golden Rain Road.

Two new candidates running unopposed for Third Mutual board

Fred Barnes and Pauline Kelzer were unopposed for seats on the Third Walnut Creek Mutual board and, having submitted petitions signed by a least a quorum in their districts, will take office at the end of the members' meeting on Tuesday, June 12.