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Stockton California
INTERVIEW: I am Inspired by Civil Liberty Leaders
Stockton native, artist and arts advocate, Andrea Gutierrez, has a passion for education and children.
Upon her graduation from the University of the Pacific, she created Leaders of Civil Liberties, a print series in which she carved images of civil liberties leaders such as Martin Luther King Jr., Cesar Chavez, President Barack Obama and others, and printed them.
“I look[ed] to other heroes as I was searching for a father figure as a child…” explained Gutierrez. She found inspiration in national heroes, as they work from the heart and mirror her dual heritage — she describes herself as “Afro-Latina.” Gutierrez’s inspiration has motivated her to graduate while working and raising her two children as a single mother.
At her young age, Gutierrez has a strong history of advocacy for the arts and education. She was Stockton Arts Commissioner and presently serves as Board Member at the Mexican Heritage Center and Gallery. Her passion for working with children opened the door for her to work at San Joaquin’s Micke Grove Zoo. At the Zoo she headed the Zoofari Summer Camp teaching children about animals, ecology, and conservation; an educational experience she is now furthering to become a teacher. “I am working on my Master’s and hope to become a teacher in the future,” remarked Guitierrez.
Andrea encourages other women to never give up as everyone can achieve whatever they set out to do: “it’s about a support system, to have someone there to encourage you.” Andrea recommends everyone have the right people on their side. She recently found a strong pillar by her side, her new husband Jesus Andrade, and they are looking to move to the Los Angeles area, “I am applying for UCLA to finish my Master’s program.”
Jose Hernandez Endorses Eggman for Assembly
Stockton, CA – Jose Hernandez, candidate for CD 10, has announced his endorsement of Stockton City Councilmember Susan Talamantes Eggman in her bid for Assembly.
California Republican Women Federated Elects First Latina
STOCKTON, CA - It is an historical first, that a Latina was elected by her peers at a statewide conference held
in Visalia, CA during the weekend of October 22 – 23, 2011, to vote on new leadership. The
California Republican Women Federated is the largest Republican Women Federated Club in
the United States.
Stockton’s very own Carol Trujillo Hadley, was elected as the 2012/2013 President of the
California Republican Women Federated (CRWF). Her term commences on January 1, 2012
and ends on December 31, 2013.
Carol had previously held the elected position of the California Federation Republican Women
Vice President Central.
Her extensive political experience has ranged from being the Executive Director of the San
Joaquin County Central Committee (twice), Campaign Consultant for various campaigns
throughout the United States, as well as Campaign Director for Shabbir Khan, San Joaquin
County Treasurer/Tax Collector.
Hadley has volunteered for various campaigns which included local, state and federal offices.
She has served on various local and statewide committees for the Republican Party, ranging
from “Health and Aging” issues to include various other statewide issues. She has and is
presently a Delegate to the California Republican Party.
According to Hadley one of her proudest achievements was the formation of the Latinas United Republican
Women Federated, California’s only Latina Republican women’s club.
Hadley will bring her ideas of female empowerment to the forefront of political policy decisions, ” I
believe Republican women need to be more involved. It is imperative on us to educate, invest
and encourage women to elective office”, stated Carol.
The California Federation of Republican Women is a distinguished organization of politically
active women, who support, encourage and inform women throughout the state about the
Republican political philosophy and necessary participation.
For additional information on the Latinas United Republican Women Federated, contact Evelia
Amador – (209) 333-7377
BOOK REVIEW- Becoming Dr. Q: Alfredo Quinones-Hinojosa, MD
By Richard Soto
(bw) Today, over 600,000 individuals, including nearly 30,000 children, are living with a diagnosis of a primary brain or central nervous system tumor in the United States. Approximately 75 percent of non-adult patients diagnosed with brain tumors are under the age of fifteen. Brain cancer is the deadliest form of childhood cancer. We also know there are more than 130 types of brain tumors, which can make diagnosing brain cancer a challenge.
Stockton Joins Nation in September 11th Ceremony
“Some of our best and brightest military and civilians… they ar who we celebrate today.”
by Mayra Barrios
STOCKTON, CA – Stockton joined the ceremonies held across the nation in memory of the 10th anniversary of the attacks of September, 11.
The Delta Water Wars Heat Up
Photo by Bilingual Weekly of the Delta
www.bilingualweekly.com | By Deanna Lynn Wulff
(bw news) STOCKTON, CA – Stockton is ground zero for the nation’s biggest and most troubling water war – nearly 25 million Californians get their water from the Delta, which surrounds the city in an intricate pattern of rivers, farms and levees. But the Delta faces multifaceted environmental and political problems, which have led to the decline of fisheries, wildlife and water quality, and special interests are directing the dialogue away from resolution and restoration.
“It’s unbelievable,” said Lloyd G. Carter, former Fresno Bee reporter and President of the Save Our Streams Council. “I have watched this for 30 years. They’ve been searching for a solution to the Delta’s problems for decades. It’s what I call the phenomena of endless studies no results. We know what we have to do. Put water back into the Delta.” Continue reading
EVENT: $500 in Vouchers and Free emission testing for up to 525 vehicals
epa testing :Image by The U.S. National Archives via Flickr
Saturday, September 10 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. San Joaquin Delta College, Shima 2 Parking lot will be hosting a free vehicle emissions test for u to 525 vehicals with San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District and Valley CAN. Continue reading
Arts and Education Advocate contracted as Interim Executive Director
SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY, CA — On August 15, 2011, the Mexican Heritage Center & Gallery (MHC&G) board of directors voted unanimously to contract Stockton native and arts-advocate Joel Reyna Jr. as interim Executive Director.
Five Community Members Inducted into Mexican American Hall of Fame
Photos by Arturo Vera
Stockton, CA — two education advocates, one devoted religious volunteer, one health care champion and a dedicated community member form the five exemplary community members being inducted into the 2011 Mexican American Hall of Fame on Saturday, August 27th. The Hall of Fame recipients are:
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Gene Acevedo
It is with great pleasure I write to inform you that Bilingual Weekly (BW) is returning to its weekly published edition starting July 2011.
Latinos among Lowest Users of Technology
www.(bw news) CALIFORNIA, – “Latino’s and low-income families need access to technology use to close the Digital Divide in California,” highlighted a statewide survey published by Policy Institute of California (PPIC) and was supported by funding from the California Emerging Technology Fund (CETF)
Mexican Consulate Opens Its Doors to Students
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By Mayra Barrios ( bw) — Sacramento, CA The Mexican Consul, Carlos Gonzales Gutierrez, met on Monday with university students in an open forum at the recently established Mexican Consulate site in Sacramento. Continue reading
Concerts in the Park
www.bilingaulweekly.com(bw) Stockton, CA — during fiscal year 2009-10 the City of Stockton proposed removing the funds from Victory Park’s free concert series, “Concerts in the Park.” However, the community joined forces to continue the 59-year tradition.
Cambios en la Marea Galería Explora Nuevas Paredes
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STOCKTON, CA – La Galería de Arte TideWater planea en girar exposiciones de arte dentro del Edificio de Administración del Condado ubicado en el Céntro de Stockton, CA. De acuerdo a el Artista y Afiliado del Directorio Denny Ah-Tye las exhibiciones en el Edificio de Administración del Condado durarán durante el verano como parte de los Artwalks (Paseos de Arte) y el espera, “exhibir a largo plazo en el edificio de condado”.
17 TO RECEIVE STOCKTON ARTS GRANTS AWARDS
Stockton, CA – Seventeen artists and arts groups will receive grants totaling $50,000 from the Stockton Arts Commission for 2011-12. The checks will be handed out at a City Council
meeting in July.
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