Kings Mountain ECHO Vol. 7, Issue 47

April 2012

The Strength of the Hills is in the People

Community Calendar

April 2012

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

22 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yoga 6p Practice Dance C lass (6-7 PM)

23 6 :30p ZUMBA class

24 6p Pilates (6:00-7:15 PM) 7p IAC Meeting ( conf rm)

25 6:30p Dog Training in Parking Lot 7 p Fire Dept. training

26 ECHO Deadline 6p Mountain Pilates C lass (6:00-7:15 PM)

27 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)

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29 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yoga 6p Practice Dance C lass (6-7 PM)

30 11a Cleaning 6 :30p ZUMBA class

May 2012 1 6p Pilates (6:00-7 :15 PM)

2 6:30p Dog Training in Parking Lot 7:30p Art Fair Board M eeting

3 6p Mountain Pilates Cl ss (6:00-7:15 PM)a7 p Fire Dept. training

4 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)

5 KMA ANNUAL DINNER 9a Fire Dept. M aintenance

6 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yoga 6p Practice Dance Class ( 6-7 PM)

7 6:30p ZUMBA c lass

8 6p Pilates (6:00-7:15 PM) 7:30p KMVFB B OD

9 6:30p Dog Training in P arking Lot

10 6p Mountain Pilates Class ( 6:00-7:15 PM)

11 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)

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13 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yoga 6p Practice Dance Class ( 6-7 PM)

14 11a Cleaning 7p Kings Grove B OD

15 6p Pilates (6:00-7:15 PM) 7:30p KM Park W ater Co.

16 6:30p Dog Training in Parking Lot 7 p K.M.B.I.G.

17 6p Mountain Pilates Class (6:00-7:15 PM) 7 p KMA Board Meeting

18 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)

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20 8a Ashtanga Yoga Class 10:30a Gentle Hatha Yoga 6p Practice Dance Class ( 6-7 PM)

21 6:30p ZUMBA c lass

22 6p Pilates (6:00-7 :15 PM)

23 6:30p Dog Training in Parking Lot 7 p Fire Dept. training

24 6p Mountain Pilates Class ( 6:00-7:15 PM)

25 7p Social Dance C lass (7-8 PM)

26 E CHO Deadline

For an updated version of this calendar, visit www.kingsmountainonline.com/ and click on the “Calendar” tab.

The Kings Mountain Echo is published monthly by the Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade. The Echo address is 13887 Skyline Blvd., Woodside, CA. Co- editors: Jack Rix and Anton Martinich. All opinions are those of the commentator/writer and not those of the publisher. Echo submissions can be e mailed to kmecho@comcast.net or dropped off in the Echo mailbox at 13887 Skyline Blvd., across from the firehouse. (E mailed submissions are preferable, please reference “the Echo” in the subject line.) Copy should be in print-ready format. The Echo deadline is the 26th of each month. The editor retains discretion to edit all submissions for space and content. Questions? Call Jack at 851 -5078 or e mail kmecho@comcast.net .

Harold “Bud” Turri

Bud Turri, 69, died unexpectedly at his home in Woodside on Sunday, April 15, 2012. Bud had recovered well from his extensive back surgery in February, and was elated to have resumed living life to the fullest, running his business and doing what he loved most- helping his friends and family. His wife of forty years, Jean, daughter Jennifer, son Vince and grandchildren Ashley and Kyle, as well as his extended family and many cherished friends will profoundly miss him. Bud was a true native son of San Francisco, where he was born on October 4, 1942, the only child of Veronica and Remo (Ray) Turri. He was a graduate of Riordan High School. At age 16, Bud went to work in the family trucking business, Tighe Drayage, working alongside his father on the wharves of San Francisco. He loved working and continued to run the business all of his life. Bud was also an entrepreneur – he bought property to renovate, rent and sell, doing much of the work himself. Anyone who met Bud could not help but be captivated by his affable spirit and boisterous personality. He could put anyone that he met instantly at ease with his warmth and genuineness—he was the life of every party! Bud loved to laugh and make people laugh. He was extremely loyal in friendship and in business. He had many friends; everyone loved Bud. He was a man of many talents, from managing people to building things to belting out Pavarotti. He loved helping friends and family in need, and would not hesitate to do what he could to lend a hand. Bud loved working and keeping busy, especially if it involved socializing. He was unpretentious, and could make connections with people from all walks of life, regardless of ethnicity or social standing. He loved to travel as this allowed him to meet new people. Bud was an avid sports fan, supporting the 49ers and the Giants his whole life. He loved dogs, movies and never missed an episode of “Judge Judy.” Friends and family will be able to celebrate Bud’s life at a gathering at the King’s Mountain Community Center in Woodside at a date to be announced. Bud loved his community, and those wishing to may make a donation to The Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade (KMVFB), 13889 Skyline Blvd., Woodside, CA 94062.

Beverly Tucker, President                                                           

650‐851‐1637      Bonbonn64 @yahoo.com 

BOARD MEETING MINUTES – March 15, 2012 

CALL TO ORDER:  7:07pm by Vice President Chris Norling 

ATTENDANCE:  Carol Forster, Cheri Buffa, Kellie Tunheim,  Chris Norling, Linda Gang, Sybil Plank, and Jean Turri. Regrets absence:  Beverly Tucker.           

MINUTES:  The February 2012 meeting minutes were amended and approved on line (  7 ‐ 0 ).  

TREASURER’S REPORT: Treasurer Kellie Tunheim reported no updates.  Chris Norling noted that membership applications have been small but believes that the flier and present ECHO will increase response.  Kellie thought that the Amerigas discount will also have an impact.   

A. Three New Member Handbooks were distributed by Carol Forster and Chris Norling.  Carol requested that other Board members distribute Handbooks to a number of other new residents.  Carol stated that other New Member Handbooks are ready and will be available for upcoming events.  

PUBLIC NOTICES: None 

OLD BUSINESS:  

1.  Speaker Series:  April 4th ‐ Wed. 7PM     

1.1 The Climate Reality Project Presentation:  Jean Turri will bring cookies and asks that someone help with making the coffee.  Chris Norling will set up the wireless speaker. 

2.  Special Events:   

A.  Spring Brunch: Chris Norling will make arrangements to ensure that the Cook Shack kitchen is clean and up and running.  Chris will also check on the functionality of the remodeled Community Center restrooms for upcoming events.  Rob and Marty will do the food and cooking.  Kellie Tunheim and Beverly Tucker will work together on shopping, set up, and other details.  Board members will be at the Firehouse at 9AM for set up.  

B.  Annual Dinner: Carol Forster, Linda Gang, and Cheri Buffa are chairing the committee.  Linda Gang has engaged Spanish Town to provide the Taco Bar and dinnerware.  The committee will get the appetizers and dessert.  Kellie will ask her husband Sam to bar tend for the frozen margaritas.      

3. Letter to County Regarding South Skyline Repair: Jean Turri relayed Beverly Tucker’s  report from St. Louis that she contacted Caltrans with an email of support but has not received a reply.  Beverly will continue to contact Caltrans regarding this concern.   

4. Annual Membership Drive:  

3.1  The mailing and the ECHO should bring a lot more, along with the Amerigas discount. 

3.2  Beverly found that the membership list was incomplete and that we should send the membership mailing based on the ECHO list in order to reach more Kings Mtn residents.  The Board agreed with Beverly’s suggestion.     

4.  Paypal 

  4.1  Beverly will keep pursuing it, but not in time for this annual drive.   

5.  Amerigas Merger Update:  Residents should check with their provider regarding rates.   

NEW BUSINESS:  

1.  Trash on Skyline:  Jean Turri contacted Caltrans through their web site and put in a work order.     Caltrans stated that the maintenance service had been addressed and the ticket had been closed.  

1.2 Carol Forster said that Duane Leveque suggested that a request for no dumping signs be made to Caltrans, but the Board suggests that we put in work orders, as signs are ignored.  

 2.  Nomination Committee Report for 2012‐2013 Slate:  

2.1   A full slate was produced.  However, Kellie Tunheim  and Beverly Tucker now need to resign their positions due to extensive work commitments.    

2.2  Potentially, there are now two additional vacancies. 

2.3  The Board discussed limiting the number of annual events, such as the Summer BBQ and Halloween Party , in order to lessen  the work load on the Board.     

3.  Proposed New Business Resident Notification in Residential Areas:  Speaking for Beverly Tucker, Jean Turri reported that one neighbor called concerning the Thai boxing structure.  The Board agreed that the neighbors should contact the county and that this issue should not be addressed by the Board.   

 4.  Member Suggestions:  Jan Ruby said that some housecleaning needs to be done in the KMA room.  It was suggested that a cleanup day be scheduled after our big annual events.   

WALK IN ITEMS:    None.  

              ADJOURNMENT:  The meeting was adjourned at 8:35pm.                                                    

NEXT MEETING: April 19th at 7pm at the Community Center.  Everyone is welcome! 

 

 

 

2012 Slate Set

The KMA nominating committee recommends the following candidates to run for the 2012 KMA board.

President: (1 year term) Beverly Tucker Vice President: (1 year term) Jean Turri Secretary: (1 year term) Kerrie Kemling Treasurer: (1 year term) Linda Gang Director: (3 year term) Kathy Shubin Director/Past President: (1 year term) Kellie Tunheim

(The other 2 Director's positions do not need to be filled at this time.) Regular Members in good standing shall be entitled to make nominations and to vote at the annual election meeting on Saturday, May 5. We invite all community members to attend the annual dinner.  

                      

 

Many concerned Mountain residents turned out on April 4th to hear an informative talk, sponsored by KMA, by Dr. Gary Latshaw on the subject of Climate Change.

At his April 4 presentation, Dr. Gary Latshaw, shown here with KMA board member Jean Turri, discussed how human activities have contributed to Climate Change and shared some potential solutions to the problem.

Members of the Kings Mountain Fire Department turned out after lightning struck a tall tree at

the end of Purisima Road, down by the Open Space District Property, during the April 12 thunder storm. (Photo by Bill Goebner.)

KMA Membership Application 1.3.2012

Kings Mountain Association

Membership Application Form **Please print legibly if you are completing this form by hand**

Name

List primary member name before other household members’ name(s)

**Amerigas customers: List primary member’s name identically to the name on Amerigas’ records**

Kings Mountain Address

Property address owned or rented on Kings Mountain

Preferred Mailing Address

If different from Kings Mountain address

Contact Telephone email address

**required**

**Please include so we can send you membership reminders and event information.**

When did you move to Kings Mountain?

year

May we publish your name as a member of the KMA? ���� yes ���� no

May we contact you by mail or email to keep you up-to-date on KMA activities or to ask for your opinion on issues?

���� yes ���� no

OPTIONAL Please help KMA meet your needs by telling us a little about yourself OPTIONAL

How do you learn what is happening on Kings Mountain? Check all that apply

���� KM Yahoo Group ���� The Echo

���� kingsmountainonline.com ���� Word-of-Mouth

���� Other __________________________________________

If you purchase propane for use at your Kings Mountain address, what supplier or company do you use?

What suggestions or ideas do you have for ways in which KMA might best serve the community?

Is a member of your household interested in serving on the KMA Governing Board or in participating in the KMA in some way? Checking yes or maybe does not obligate you in any way ���� yes ���� maybe If you answered yes or maybe, please provide the name of the interested member and any particular area(s) of Interest.

OPTIONAL OPTIONAL

All KMA memberships run for a calendar year, and the annual membership fee is $25 per household. Additional donations are gratefully accepted; every extra penny helps the KMA fulfill its mission of improving community life on Kings Mountain. For additional information, email kingsmountainassociation@gmail.com or call 650-851-2581.

Please complete and return this form with your check made payable to “KMA” to:

KMA Treasurer Kings Mountain Association

13883 Skyline Blvd. Woodside, CA 94062-4573

Please Note: Based on the information you provide, a member of the KMA Governing Board will contact you if you do not qualify for regular membership in the KMA

Dog Training Classes at Kings Mountain Community Center Skyline Blvd. Woodside Starting on Wednesday, April 25th, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Tuition is $140.00 if payment and complete registration form are received by 4/18, $150.00 if rec’d after 4/18

Classes held on Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m. -7-week session, 1 hour per week. Discounts offered to Seniors and Military families (-$10) Proof of current vaccinations, including Bordatella within the last 6 mo’s are REQUIRED! Knowledgeable, experienced (20 plus years) and qualified instructor (biography below) Private lessons available

Intermediate Level: This class is for graduates of Beginners who are ready to begin more advanced work. The foundation for off-leash work is introduced in this class. Advanced recalls (coming when called), attention and heeling are emphasized. Socialization & distractions are incorporated. Stand-stays, finishes and longer, reliable sit and down-stays are taught. Appropriate for those who want to gain more control & have fun with their dogs.

PRE-REQUISITES: YOUR DOG SHOULD BE FAMILIAR & PROFICIENT AT LOOSE LEASH WALKING, SIT & DOWN

STAYS & RE-CALLS. YOUR DOG SHOULD BE FRIENDLY & NON-AGGRESSIVE TO OTHER DOGS & PEOPLE.

THIS CLASS IS NOT APPROPRIATE FOR REACTIVE OR AGGRESSIVE DOGS.

IF YOUR DOG IS SHY OR TIMID PLEASE LET US KNOW IN ADVANCE.

Please Call: (650) 851-5500 for more information

Meet Our Trainer

Bari Halperin

Bari began her profession in dog training by observing and apprenticing with Ian Dunbar & Molly Clement (of Sirius) and Daryl Davey in the 1980’s. She started Dog Days (Training, Exercising & Socializing Outings) in 1995 along with dog training classes at Holbrook Palmer Park in Atherton, and private lessons throughout the Peninsula. She also conducts classes at Woodland School in Ladera (Portola Valley). Bari has Newfoundlands.( & a cat!) She trains, shows, and titles her dogs (28 titles to date) in conformation, obedience, Rally, Canine Good Citizen, Water Rescue, Drafting.(Carting), and Delta Society Therapy Dog Certification. Bari’s philosophy of dog training comes from an understanding of “how dogs think” and from observation and recognition of dog behavior, with an emphasis on mutual respect. Bari is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers, the Delta Society, (Pet

artners-Therapy Dog Organization) the Newfoundland Club of America, the Newfoundland Club of Northern alifornia, and regularly attends conferences & seminars.

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AGREEMENT AND RELEASE FORM RAINING CLASS at Kings Mountain Community Center, Woodside, CA  For DOG T

Trainer:  Bari Halperin 

                             I,                                                              hereby certify that my dog,   

me            Dog’s na     _________ Breed/Mix     _____________________________________________ 

olor(s)  

C           _______________________________________________Birthdate_______________Age_________________                      Male / Female   Spay / Neuter (please circle and give date)____________       ______ is in good Health and has  not been ill with any communicable disease within the last 30 days.  I further certify that my dog has ot  hn

 armed or shown aggressive or threatening behavior  towards any person or dog. 

Name of person(s) who will be handling dog in class:             _______  Address:          City & Zip___________________________________________________ 

hone____ _______________________________________________  Day: Phone __________________________________Eve: P _ Cell Phone ________________________________E‐Mail         ____________ _________ Would ou like us to contact you regarding upcoming classes and events?   Y  /  N   (We do not pass on yyour email address)  

nes  iven: Vaccination information:  Name of veterinary hospital where vacci g 

              ___________Phone:        ____              ate vaccinations given:D  

DHLPP:  _  Rabies:  __  Bordetella (required within last 6 months):     ____  

___ Previous Training experience/level:_(PLEASE  DESCRIBE)__________________________________________   ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 

___________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________                                             PARTICIPATION WAIVER  I/we hereby for myself/ourselves, children, heirs and executors release Bari Halperin, The Kings Mountain Fire Department and their agents from any and all liability resulting from participation in he above named activity.  I/we further agree to hold harmless the above named parties for any tloss which I/we, or my/our animal(s), cause.  No refunds will be made after first session.  Signature:                __Date:       ___  Signature:                __Date:       ___ Return form and make check payable to:  Bari Halperin, 2995 Woodside Road, #400‐264, Woodside, CA  94062,  851‐5500                                                                                        02/10/2010                                                                                           

MINUTES OF THE KMVFB MEETING ON March 13, 2012 ATTENDANCE: Hiep Ho, Julia Simmons, Annie Jenkel, Steve Knight (via phone conference), Frank Adams, Craig Culver, Bill Goebner, JR Elpers (via phone conference), Jim Sullivan, Jan Ruby, Dennis Ruby, Hank Stern, Bruce Stienstra. President Steve Knight called the KMVFB Meeting to order at 7:36pm. SECRETARY’S REPORT: Hiep Ho reported the FEBRUARY 2012 minutes were approved via email.

BUILDING MANAGER’S REPORT: Jan Ruby reported that in FEBRUARY there were…

Exercise/Dance Classes 25

Monthly Community Board Meetings 6

KMVFB Training & Maintenance 4

Community Events/Parties 0

Private Events/Parties 0

TOTAL USES FOR THE MONTH 35

CHIEF’S REPORT: Jim Sullivan reported that in FEBRUARY there were…

Total Number of Responses: 9; Average Number of Responders: 2; Number of incidents with no volunteer response: 1

Medical aid 1 Vehicle accidents 3 Public assists 1

Firefighter standby 0 Vehicle fire 0 Smoke check 1 Structure fire 0 Vegetation fire 1 Hazardous materials 0 Rescue 0 Cover assignment 0 Alarm sounding 0 Water tender response 2 Trash fire 0

TREASURER’S REPORT:

1. The board approved the December 2011 financial statement; Julia will proceed with tax filing purpose.

2. Annie Jenkel will contact the Environment Health of San Mateo to clarity their latest billing.

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE REPORT: Steve Knight reported the membership mailing has been sent out to community members. Since the Kings Mountain Online website will be moving to a

new platform, Annie Jenkel will work with Werner Glinka to update the online KMVFB membership form. Werner is also working with Jan and Carrie regarding the online community center rental information and getting feedback on the new platform regarding its ease of use. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: MEMBERSHIP APPROVAL OF THE BYLAWS: April 1st was approved by the board as the cut-off date for revise the existing ballot to make it current. Annie Jenkel will work with Frank Adams to rewrite the form. BOARD RECRUITMENT 2011-2014: A new recruitment committee was formed with J.R Elpers, Carrie German and Hiep Ho to find a new president of the board as Steve Knight resigns due to his relocation to other state. COMMUNITY CENTER IMPROVEMENTS:

1. The bathroom remodeling project has been in progress and projected to finish by last week of

March.

2. The board weighted the contractor’s recommendation of upgrading the existing furnace with a new one with better efficiency for energy saving. Craig Culver was appointed to follow up with the contractor for further details and will report his recommendations to the board for approval.

3. Tim German will work on the thermostat re-configuration for the main room of the community building.

PHONE SYSTEM DONATION: Bill Goebner reported the installation of the phone and intercom system connecting many parts of the KM community building and the cook shack has been in progress. NEW BUSINESS: TREE CLIMBING TRAINING: Bruce Stienstra of PG&E presented to the board the proposal of setting up 2 tree climbing training sessions for PG&E employees as a rescue procedure. The board approved up to 2 trees will be used for climbing training on facility of the K.M. community center. PG&E will hold the KMVFB harmless from any liabilities for the whole training session. CHILI COOK OFF: The board approved a budget $500 for Cindy Phelps to organize the Chili Cook Off event. Cindy and Jan Ruby will work on determining the date of this event. GOLF TOURNAMENT: The board approved a budget of $8,000 for Larry Mann to organize the yearly Kings Mountain Golf Tournament. Jan Ruby will work with Larry to determine the date. RECOGNITION OF FINANCIAL SUPPORT: Steve Knight will talk Larry Mann to clarify some of his recommendations and will suggest in the next meeting what appropriate action of the board is in terms of recognizing the financial support from KM community members. MEETING ADJOURNED AT 8:20 PM NEXT MEETING: April 10th, 2012

YOUR household should be a member of the KINGS MOUNTAIN VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE.

JOIN OR REWEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP FOR 2012 TODAY

(If have already joined KMVFB this year, thank you for supporting community safety!)

(The Fire Brigade is a separate organization from the KMA.)

The Fire Department, supported by the Fire Brigade, provides immediate response to 911 calls in the Kings Mountain Area. 

 

A Fire Department response could save your home, if not your life. 

 

The Fire Brigade depends entirely on donations, the Art Fair and annual membership dues. 

 

Only Fire Brigade members may utilize the Community Center for personal and private functions 

 

Membership dues make free use of the Community Center possible for events that benefit the community as a whole: KMA, KMEP, Garden Club and more. 

 

The Fire Brigade gets NO tax revenue from the State or County.

    Yes, I would like to support the Volunteer Fire Brigade by becoming a member!    Name____________________________________________ Date_____________    Address____________________________________________________________    Telephone____________________________Email__________________________ 

Amount Enclosed: $ 35 annual dues Additional tax deductable donation $ _______ Make check to: The Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade, Inc. The KMVFB is a non-profit, tax-deductible 501(c) 3 corp. Tax I.D. Number 94-1650185.

Mail to: KMVFB 13889 Skyline Blvd. Woodside CA, 94062

A Gathering of Kings Mountain Women

Summer Evening Hikes

Wednesday, May 23, 6:00 p.m.

Huddart County Park The first King Mountain Women’s summer hike this year will be in Huddart County park. Alma Fletcher will be our lovely hike guide! We will meet in the south parking lot of PUrisma Creek Open Space Preserve at 6 pm. We will

hike the Chinquapin Trail to the Dean Trail, passing McGarvey Flat for a possible snack or water break. Then continue on Crystal Springs and Summit Springs Trails back to the cars. Please bring a flashlight or headlamp, if possible. It may be dark at the end of the hike. Distance is 4.4 miles and elevation change is approx. 800 feet. Post-hike celebration will be at the Mountain House. Even if you can't make the hike, join us at the Mountain

House.

The Kings Mountain Women’s group is open to any woman on Kings Mountain. We have lectures and other experiences. The objective is to meet other women on the mountain and explore interesting topics. You may join

the Kings Mountain Women's email list at Yahoo Groups. kingsmtnw@yahoogroups.com. Questions, email Sandy Shapero at sandy@toofar.net or call 851.9832.

Classes at the KM Community Center

Social Dance Class is held every Friday night, 7p.m. at the Community Center. Come and learn Country dancing, Jitterbug, Swing, Night Club, Two Step and other fun dances. Cost $10. This class is ongoing.

Kings Mountain Families Playdates

ALL parents with kids are invited to get together from time to time. Moms, pregnant moms, dads, nannies, bring your kids and meet for a Kings Mountain playdate. Older siblings are always welcome. Come when you can and leave when you want to. Who is KMF? The Kings Mountain Families group is for KM parents. The purpose of the group is to meet friends on the mountain and share information pertinent to being a parent on Kings Mountain (nannies/babysitters, upcoming events, etc.). There is usually a monthly gathering at people's homes, the Community Center, Huddart Park, or the beach.

To join the Kings Mountain Families email list and find out about events, please call 851 – 5438 or send an email to Janie Dawes at janiedawes@yahoo.com or visit KMF at Yahoo Groups.

Pets R Us! Pets R Us! Pets R Us! Pets R Us!

If your pets are home, don’t leave them alone - call me and I’ll take care of them.

Cats, dogs and any household pet. I will feed them, walk them and keep them company. Please call

my mom for more information about rates and times. “Ocean” (650) 851-1384.

                     JOIN TODAY KINGS MOUNTAIN GARDEN CLUB Membership Form NAME __________________________________________DATE ________________________     PLEASE PRINT ADDRESS _________________________________________________________________________________  TELEPHONE (Optional) __________________________  E‐MAIL (Optional) ______________________________ 

ANNUAL Fee: $10 per Household Make checks payable to KMGC Send completed form and fee to: 12520 Skyline Blvd. Woodside, CA 94062-4541 Call Peter at 851-7743 for more information

Dear Friends of Kings Mountain, Please welcome a new Kings Mountain group to our community!!!

KINGS MOUNTAIN BUSINESS AND IDEAS GROUP www.KMBIG.org

KMBIG will be hosting fireside chats with visionary thought leaders from the community. These, fireside chats will primarily be presentations, talks, discussions and workshops to benefit mountain residents.

Each month, an honored guest speaker will be featured. Topics may cover business, hi-tech, medicine, science, the environment, art, international, education, and more. The speakers will share their stories and background, and specific relationship to the subject.

KMBIG's mission is to engage the community in conversation, learning and sharing knowledge, and connecting with each another. KMBIG's goals are to open minds to fresh thinking, inspire new ideas, and help build beneficial networks.

Please join us!!

Information: www.KMBIG.org

When: 3rd Wednesdays of every month at 7:00 p.m.

Where: KM Community Center, 13889 Skyline Boulevard

Annual fee: $35.00 (net proceeds to be donated to KM Fire Brigade)

Membership: KMBIG-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Contact: nick.kromat@gmail.com peggylewreynolds@yahoo.com

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Sunday Morning Yoga Class at the Community Center

The class is an eclectic mix of Hatha yoga and vinyasa flow. We begin our practice with warm ups, move into slow flowing routines and some balance poses followed by floor work. The floor work always has some kind of core emphasis and deep stretching. The class ends with a long relaxation. Susan Brochin, the teacher, has been teaching yoga for 10 years. She is a 500 hour RYT and loves coming up the hill and to the redwoods.

The class runs from 10:30 to 11:45 on Sunday mornings. The drop-in rate is $16 and you can buy an eight-class series for $96, with no time limit.

Please feel free to contact me at 851-5078 if you have further questions. -Betsy Rix

Join us for classes at the Kings Mountain Community Center from 7-8 p.m.!

Classes will be held on: 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/21, 6/4, 6/18, and 6/25

Please note: this is not a weekly class. Go to www.kingsmountainonline.com for more information. Drop in: $10 per class

Zumba combines Latin rhythms with cardiovascular and body sculpting exercises to create an aerobic routine that is fun, effective and easy to follow. Zumba is easy and designed for everyone, every shape and age. Taught by Michele Lowings, a KMES parent and Zumba fitness instructor at FIT in Half Moon Bay. Michele's cardio-based dance workout with sculpting exercises will tone your entire body from top to bottom. If you have any questions for Michele, you can reach her at: michelelowings@yahoo.com or 650-392-4487.

PILATES at the Community Center

Pilates classes ... 6:00 - 7:15 ... in the Community Center

Tues. and Thurs. nights ... 50 min. pilates training, and 15 min. weight training and 10 min. stretching approximately.

$125.00 for a 10 class session OR 20 classes for $237.50 .... Drop ins welcome for $15.00 per class. For info - Kim Ward at 650-400-5065 or girlkim123@aol.com .

Pet Registry Have You Registered Your Pet? If not, you can do so at the Pet Registry on the Kings Mountain Yahoo Group website. Then if your neighbors find your stray dog or cat (or gerbil?) they have a head start in knowing who it belongs to. Or, if you find a pet you can check the description and location listed there to figure out to whom the pet might belong.

ANIMAL Hotline Members of the Kings Mountain Yahoo Group should also post notices there.

Betty Ann & Roy Farwell Nursery area 851- 8190

Jan & Dennis Bella Vista area 851-2111

Pat & Bob Forest View 851-2272

Lisa & Paul Swett Rd. 529-9294

Patty & .Jerry Comstock 851-8947

Jean Ware Road 851-2210

Marilyn & Nick Mid Skyline 851-5041

Carole “ 851-0861

Ardyth “ 851-0869

Bev County Road 529-1278.

Linda & Hank. Star Hill 851-8312

Jennifer Bear Gulch East 888-8180

If you have lost or found an animal, call the number closest to your address or, the first number on this page. Volunteers, call each other with your report.

What To Do If You Encounter An Injured Animal

The Peninsula Humane Society (PHS) is available to help out in emergencies with both wild and domestic animals. They have an animal hotline you can call at 650-340-8200 (select option #5) to report that you have found either an injured animal that needs help or a dead animal that needs to be picked up. It is a 24 hour service; however, one problem is that there can be a long wait for help due to dispatch staffing issues. They will do their best to expedite your call if you tell them you have an injured animal that is suffering, but they strongly recommend that if at all possible you bring an injured animal directly to the PHS. They have someone on duty after hours as well as during the day -- therefore, you can drop off an injured animal at any time day or night. It is difficult to determine what to do while waiting for help as each situation is different. An animal in pain may bite or struggle. If it is safe to do so, try and keep the animal warm and as comfortable as possible. If transporting an injured animal do your best to move the animal without causing any further damage or pain. No one will fault you for trying to help -- time is very important and the sooner you can get the animal to the hospital the better. Once you get to the PHS they will help you bring the animal in to the facility. If an animal has died on a main road, try to move it to a safe place to be picked up. If the animal is on a busy road such as Skyline, please be cautious and careful. You do not want to become part of the problem by endangering yourself or others when moving an animal off the road. - Jan Ruby

Mountain Musings

Sad Passings: The recent passing of some of the Mountain’s longest and most beloved residents - the list is sadly too long, the McEwens, Don Roesch, Bill Cordes, Dennis Plank, Leigh Norling and now Bud Turri - makes one contemplative. This is the generation that started the Kings Mountain School, launched KMA, the Fire Department and Fire Brigade, built the Firehouse, and started the Art Fair and turned it into the powerhouse it is today. We are all vastly better off for their efforts and should strive to make sure that we continue these worthy institutions, and life on the Mountain, in a manner that would do them proud. Problem Pooches? If so, it is not too late to sign up for the upcoming dog training sessions to be held on Kings Mountain. If you have ever wanted to get your loyal companion to behave a little bit better, but were deterred by having to travel off the Mountain, now is your chance! The sign up sheet is in this issue. Mountain History. Beginning with this issue we are printing excerpts from The San Mateo We Knew by G. Gordon Bromfield. Thanks to Bill Goebner for passing it along. This month’s installment mentions George Harkins. For more on this colorful character, see Ken Fisher’s fascinating article, The Kings Were Squatters. You can access many of Ken’s articles, including this one, at kingsmountainonline.com, under Mountain Blogs.

Upcoming Events  

Dog Training – begins, Wed., April 25 KMA Dinner - Sat., May 5 KM Women’s Hike – Wed., May 23

Kings Mountain Community Center Rental Process

This is a reminder for residents of the Kings Mountain community who wish to schedule use of the Community Center (CC) for an event. The CC is for the use and benefit of residents of Kings Mountain. The procedure for utilization of the CC is dictated by the Policy of the KINGS MOUNTAIN VOLUNTEER FIRE BRIGADE (KMVFB) Board of Directors. The Board has an approved policy for the use of the CC (see User Policy), and specific rules are required for insurance purposes and to maintain the present tax status. Here are the general rules with directions regarding submitting an event request.

1. Anyone wishing to rent the center must be a member of the Kings Mountain Volunteer Fire Brigade (KMVFB). Annual dues are currently set at $35.00. (Note: KMA is a separate entity with their own dues.)

2. Rental fees are subject to time and use of the community center. 3. A contract is required and a deposit may be requested in certain circumstances. Events will not be

placed on the calendar until the contract and separate checks for the fee and deposit have been received.

4. For more details and to contact the Building Scheduler (Jan Ruby) please go to kmcc.calendar@gmail.com. All information and forms needed to schedule an event are detailed at the http://www.kingsmountainonline.com website (see “How to Reserve the KMCC for Events” on the right side of the home page). Please follow these Event Planning Procedures to submit a request to rent the CC.