By Steve Mick
Alamo residents can take pride not only in their abundant community spirit, but also in their generous response to neighbors’ needs. There are many examples of this and here are two recent ones.
A GOURMET BREAKFAST FOR JULIE
Julie Hawkins, a twenty-six year old, had been struggling with flu-like symptoms for several days. Blood tests indicated that she had a strain of hepatitis and was admitted to John Muir for treatment and close observation. Doctors soon diagnosed her with acute liver failure and she would need a liver transplant within a few days. She was flown by helicopter to Stanford Hospital to await a donor. Miraculously, a transplant donor was quickly located. The transplant was a success, but the emotional and financial toll on Julie and her family was overwhelming.
The Alamo Women’s Club heard of Julie’s situation and immediately wanted to do something to help. They organized a gourmet breakfast to benefit the Miss Julie Hawkins’ Medical Fund. Held at the Clubhouse in September, the event was an enormous success. Participation and donations far exceeded the organizers’ expectations. It truly was a gourmet breakfast that included juices, eggs, bacon, sausage, toast and all the amenities. There was an almost constant flow of people from the very beginning. The Alamo Women’s Club and the many good people of Alamo and neighboring communities can take satisfaction in their outstanding response to Julie and her family.
TOGETHER WE GIVE
The new Juniorette group of the Alamo Women’s Club was started by San Ramon High School junior, Amy Corstorphine and a few friends. The goal of the group is to reach out in meaningful ways to those less fortunate. They organized Together We Give, a community-wide donation day held in November. They wanted to make it easy for people to donate and recycle specific items needed. Several philanthropic organizations were on hand to discuss the work that they are doing in local communities. Groups represented included the Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano Counties, Animal Rescue Foundation, and Shepherd’s Gate, among many others. The community turned out in large numbers with donations of food, specific items of clothing, pet supplies, diapers, sports gear and many other items. The Juniorette Group reported that their first Together We Give event was a great success.
ALAMO MUNICIPAL ADVISORY COUNCIL
The Alamo MAC held its first meeting on November 11. Chaired by Supervisor Mary Piepho, this was an informal meeting for the new members to meet each other and the public. Supervisor Piepho and her staff discussed a number of procedural topics and requirements. The next Alamo MAC meeting will be on December 15 at 7:00 PM at Hap Magee Ranch Park. For more information please visit www.alamore.org.
Contact Steve Mick at steve@alamore.org
Alamo Community Council
Meets at 5:00 p.m. the 2nd Thursday of the month at Hap Magee Ranch Park – Swain House
Alamo-Danville Artists’ Society
Meets at 7:30 p.m. the second Tuesday of the month at Danville Congregational’s Social Hall, 989 San Ramon Valley Boulevard, Danville
Alamo Improvement Association Board of Directors Meeting
Meets at 7:00 p.m. the Thursday after the 2nd Wednesday of the month at Creekside Community Church
Alamo Chamber of Commerce
Monthly Social & Networking Mixers are held the 4th Wednesday of every month, 5:30pm at various members locations. Visit www.alamochamberofcommerce.com for details!
Alamo Roads Advisory Committee
Meets at 3:30 p.m. the 2nd Thursday of the month at Hap Magee Ranch Park – Swain House
Alamo Rotary
Meets Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m. Round Hill Golf and Country Club, For more information call (925) 820-6847
Alamo Women’s Club
Meets the 4th Wednesday of the month 1401 Danville Boulevard, For more information call Nancy P. Combs at (925) 351-6999
Delta Nu Psi Service Sorority
Sends donated goods to our military people. For more information: deltanupsi@comcast.net
Hap Magee Ranch Park Joint Planning and Operations Committee (JPOC)
Meets at 5:00 p.m. – Please visit www.alamore.org for date, Hap Magee Ranch Park – The Cottage