Archive for July, 2009
by John M. Zukoski on July 30, 2009 | 
8 Comments | Topics: Parks
The Dublin Hills regional park is a majestic 600-acre open space preserve in the West Dublin hills that was created using land dedicated by developers in exchange for approvals to build homes on agricultural land and natural habitats.
In addition to providing residents with a magnificently beautiful open space area to enjoy for fitness and family activities, the Dublin Hills regional park will eventually provide an integral link to the Martin Canyon Creek, Donlan Point, and Calaveras Ridge Trails. While Dublin Hills was to be opened for public enjoyment by the end of 2008, it still remains under lock-and-key frequented only by East Bay Regional Parks District staff.
Why hasn’t the Dublin Hills regional park been opened to the public?
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by John M. Zukoski on July 28, 2009 | 5 Comments | Topics: Sustainability
With electricity prices constantly rising and concerns about the environment mounting, many of Dublin’s homeowners are thinking about investing in solar to power their homes. In addition to reducing the amount of CO2 emissions, using solar PV technology can also have many financial benefits:
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by John M. Zukoski on July 26, 2009 | 1 Comment | Topics: Local Businesses
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The Around Dublin team recently ventured out to the The Gardner in Berkeley for a chocolate tasting event in search of the best chocolate available in the Bay Area and found a brand new offering by a San Francisco-based company called {cocoa}. Launched in May, {cocoa} specializes in exclusive and unique chocolates that are both an art form and experience to taste. Owner and purist Jewel Zimmer scours the world in search of cocoa beans that are sourced directly from the producers. The Around Dublin team gladly plunked down $40 to purchase the IND/32 Rose 70% as the perfect pairing to a boldly roasted cup of Peet’s coffee.
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by John M. Zukoski on July 24, 2009 | 2 Comments | Topics: Things To Do
“Every resident should learn how their city operates and Dublin 101 provides the knowledge and access to key people who make it happen. The best class I’ve had in years.” – Sonal Nuckols
“This is a valuable course to take. It provides history of Dublin and introduces you to the gems of Dublin. All citizens must take advantage of this course and sign-up. My neighbors have already expressed their desire to sign-up for the classes.” – Peter Tran
The Dublin 101 leadership series is a great way to learn about Dublin’s illustrious past, present, and future. Do you want to know more about new projects like Fallon Gateway or The Promenade? Then this is the perfect course for you. Would you like to learn how the City of Dublin pays for all of our parks, police and fire services, public works, and other essential services? Then this is the perfect course for you. Every question you can think of will be answered during this series.
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by John M. Zukoski on July 22, 2009 | 7 Comments | Topics: Local Businesses
The Tri-Valley is home to a spectacular array of successful businesses. Prosoft Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1985 by Greg Brewer. Prosoft has enjoyed exponential growth over the years as they have transitioned from a engineering contracting company to a software publisher. Prosoft Engineering has partners throughout Europe and Asia, and you can find Prosoft products in such retail stores as Apple, Office Max, Fry’s Electronics and MicroCenter.
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by John M. Zukoski on July 20, 2009 | 6 Comments | Topics: Schools
Congratulations to Michel Masuda-Nash, Dublin’s First Year Teacher Award recipient who is California Association for Employment in Education’s (CAEE) Outstanding First-Year Teacher award recipient for 2009. “This is a huge honor for (Mrs. Masuda-Nash) and Dublin. The competition is amongst 47 school districts throughout the state,” notes Murray Elementary principal Rick Boster.
Criteria for the CAEE award includes: special accomplishments, unique and creative contributions, highlights of instructional skills, interaction with students, parents and peers, and innovative programs and projects which distinguished the nominee from other first-year teachers.
Mr. Boster nominated Ms. Masuda-Nash for the CAEE award and described her as a “naturally gifted teacher who always carries herself with professionalism and poise. Her demeanor is soft-spoken, compassionate, gentle, and reassuring yet firm. She sets high expectations for her students and supports them as they rise to the occasion.”
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by John M. Zukoski on July 18, 2009 | 51 Comments | Topics: Local Businesses · Restaurants
Many folks living in Dublin frequent north Pleasanton shops and restaurants on a daily basis. Trader Joe’s, Wal*Mart, and the luxury car dealerships come to mind. Rose Pavilion is likely to become the next Pleasanton hotspot for Dubliners. After starting out as a bustling shopping center anchored by a movie theater, Rose Pavilion’s owners made the now-dubious decision of putting all of their eggs in the ‘housing market boom’ basket by signing long-term leases with furniture mega stores like Levitz and the KB Homes showroom. While vacancies have skyrocketed over the past year, Rose Pavilion is undergoing a second rebirth by signing deals with three major tenants:
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by John M. Zukoski on July 16, 2009 | 45 Comments | Topics: Development
The Dublin Planning Commission voted unanimously to approve plans for the Promenade this past Tuesday night. The revised plans will reduce the height of the Mercantile building to two floors, eliminate the need for “shared parking”, and ensure that parking at Phase I of the Promenade will remain free to visitors indefinitely.
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by John M. Zukoski on July 15, 2009 | 19 Comments | Topics: Restaurants
The Around Dublin Team would like to bid farewell to two beloved Dublin restaurants. Both have been an important part of Eastern Dublin’s development, and both will be missed.
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