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by Jana Good, RCPC Board Chair Starting in August, the Jewish Community Center of the East Bay (JCC) will move into its new home, the East Bay Jewish Community Campus, off College Avenue in Rockridge. Te newly created campus will serve as a cultural hub...

By Jana Good

Beloved Death Blooming Agave's Notebook Stolen, But Its Story Lives On by Jana Good and Casey Farmer, RCPC Board Member and Chair Ironically, a death blooming agave plant has brought plenty of life to Manila Avenue. It has captured the hearts of residents — even tourists from as far away as New Zealand — in a remarkable w...

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by Jana Good, Tech Parent Volunteer

...ndian spices in the air, the opportunity for a drink from the bar, and the cozy interior on a cold night or the outside heated patio. As a vegetarian, I love that there are a lot of options to choose from, but Malai Kofta is my recent — by Jana Good 7:1 Faculty-Student Ratio | Max Class Size of 13 DARE to be DIFFERENT DARE to be DIFFERENT

depth of flavor, and I love that the soup is chock-full of various vegeta- bles — it’s always a bit of a surprise to see what’s in there. On my last trip, the bowl included Photo: Jana Good cauliflower, broccoli, green beans, bok choy, carrots, and various types of mushrooms… and at the bottom of the bowl are the excellent pho noodles. The dish also includes tra- ditional pho toppings, such as bean sprouts, fresh herbs, jalap...

Jana Good / Manila Ave. I’m thrilled to be serving on the RCPC Board. I’ve been a resident of Rockridge for many years, and I’ve loved watching the neighborhood grow and adapt with the changing needs of the community. I am very interested in the vis...

...ve to see more Tech kids on bikes, so they are encouraging kids who like to ride — or even they are not sure —to consider trying it out. There will be fun rides in the fall, which is a great first step. Contact the following for more info: Jana Good at janagood18@gmail.com or Bobbi Lounds at bblounds@yahoo.com.

By Margaret McCarthy

... provide leadership and representation of neighborhood interests. Rockridge News Production Ryan Phillips.........................Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Jana Good...................................................Chair Kristen Belt.............................................Vice Chair Garrick Monaghan Beyer........................Secretary Paul McDonnell.......................................Treasu...

service deliveries, and move-ins and move-outs off Claremont. The developers also proposed, for further discussion, changes in building design on the east side. A next step is a meeting between by Mark Aaronson, RCPC Board Member and Jana Good, RCPC Board Chair If you’ve been following the news, you know that quite a few senior housing developments have been proposed in the Bay Area, several of them in Rockridge. In response, RCPC has been working proactively to engage with the ...

...in helping put up post- ers and banners, as well as volunteers to Rockridge News Production Ryan Phillips.........................Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Jana Good...................................................Chair

...in all. According to all our repeat docents, it’s a very fun gig! Rockridge News Production Ryan Phillips.........................Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Jana Good...................................................Chair Kristen Belt.............................................Vice Chair Please email kitchentour@rockridge.org to volunteer. ● Garrick Monaghan Beyer........................Secretary Paul...

...d interests. Rockridge News Production Ryan Phillips.........................Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Mark Aaronson, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Sam Fishman, Jana Good, Star Lightner, Tom Lollini, Paul McDonnell, Garrick Monaghan Beyer, Natalie Musick, Brian Stromquist, Robbie Tasker

...kridge in a way that preserves the exceptional quality of life we all value. Change is inevitable, and RCPC can play an important role in advocating for and engaging the community to help achieve the best possible outcomes,” RCPC Secretary Jana Good said. CVP: Section on Sustainability and Resilience Implementation of the Community Vision Plan: You’re invited! Residents are encouraged to sign up for one of the following Committees. COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL ENROLLING NOW! • Land Use ...

...Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Casey Farmer...............................................Chair Star Lightner.........................................Vice Chair Jana Good.............................................Secretary

...Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Casey Farmer...............................................Chair Star Lightner.........................................Vice Chair Jana Good.............................................Secretary Paul McDonnell......................................Treasurer Mark Aaronson, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Eli Kaplan, Tom Lollini, Robbie Tasker, Zack Walton, Kim Suczynski-Smith. Contact t...

Susie Wyshak Lydia Belusa-Niesen Laurie Williams Andrew Krulewitz David Garcia Star Lightner Jana Good

...Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Casey Farmer...............................................Chair Star Lightner.........................................Vice Chair Jana Good.............................................Secretary

...Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk...............Business & Distribution Mgr. RCPC Board of Directors, 2026 Casey Farmer...............................................Chair Star Lightner.........................................Vice Chair Jana Good.............................................Secretary Paul McDonnell......................................Treasurer SUBMITTING BLOGS AND EVENTS Mark Aaronson, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Eli Kaplan, Tom Lollini, Robbie Tasker, Zack Walton, Ki...

..... Editor & Layout Artist Susan Montauk.....Business & Distribution Manager RCPC Board of Directors, 2025 Casey Farmer................................................. Chair Star Lightner......................................... Vice Chair Jana Good.................................................Secretary Paul McDonnell.......................................Treasurer Mark Aaronson, Muhammad Alameldin, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Eli Kaplan, Star Lightner, Tom Lollini, Robbie Tasker, Zac...

RCPC Board of Directors, 2025 Casey Farmer.......................................................Chair Star Lightner...............................................Vice Chair Jana Good...................................................... Secretary Paul McDonnell............................................Treasurer Mark Aaronson, Muhammad Alameldin, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Eli Kaplan, Star Lightner, Tom Lollini, Robbie ...

By Don Kinkead

... Assistant Editor & Ad Manager Susan Montauk......Business & Distribution Manager Judith Doner Berne......... Senior Contributing Writer RCPC Board of Directors, 2025 Casey Farmer.......................................................Chair Jana Good...................................................... Secretary Paul McDonnell............................................Treasurer RCPC’s 40th, see next page Mark Aaronson, Muhammad Alameldin, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Eli Kaplan, Star Lig...

............................................Chair Kim Suczynski-Smith................................... Secretary Paul McDonnell............................................Treasurer Mark Aaronson, Muhammad Alameldin, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Jana Good, Eli Kaplan, Star Lightner, Tom Lollini, Robbie Tasker, Zack Walton Contact the board: chair@rockridge.org For information: info@rockridge.org Contacting the Rockidge News Are there topics you’d like to see covered in the Rockridge News? H...

By Zoe Siegel

...ndors, big sales with special offers, puppy treats and photo contests, food and beverage tastings, and more than 50 visual artists. Im Moment Kaffee, see page 3 Get Involved, Make a Difference — Rockridge Gears Up for National Night Out by Jana Good, RCPC Board Member Oakland will join cities nationwide in observing National Night Out

............................................Chair Kim Suczynski-Smith................................... Secretary Paul McDonnell............................................Treasurer Mark Aaronson, Muhammad Alameldin, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Jana Good, Eli Kaplan, Star Lightner, Tom Lollini, Robbie Tasker, Zack Walton Contact the board: chair@rockridge.org For information: info@rockridge.org Contacting the Rockidge News Are there topics you’d like to see covered in the Rockridge News? H...

............................................Chair Kim Suczynski-Smith................................... Secretary Paul McDonnell............................................Treasurer Mark Aaronson, Muhammad Alameldin, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Jana Good, Eli Kaplan, Star Lightner, Tom Lollini, Robbie Tasker, Zack Walton Contact the board: chair@rockridge.org For information: info@rockridge.org Contacting the Rockidge News Are there topics you’d like to see covered in the Rockridge News? H...

By Carol Kasparek

... the new and returning board members who have been confirmed for two-year terms following the 2025 uncontested election. Incumbents returning to the board include Star Lightner and Mark Aaronson. New members to the board include Gary Barg, Jana Good, Robbie Tasker, and Paul McDonnell. Statements of the new board members are published on pages 3 and 4. The next election will occur in the spring of 2026, at which time all interested residents will again be encouraged to run for the boar...

............................................Chair Kim Suczynski-Smith................................... Secretary Paul McDonnell............................................Treasurer Mark Aaronson, Muhammad Alameldin, Gary Barg, Kristen Belt, Jana Good, Eli Kaplan, Star Lightner, Robbie Tasker, Zack Walton Contact the board: chair@rockridge.org For information: info@rockridge.org Contacting the Rockidge News Are there topics you’d like to see covered in the Rockridge News? Have questions...

By Don Kinkead

thing going on this wild world, making a difference locally is very fulfilling,” says Jana Good, new RCPC Board Member and Manila Ave resident. To attend the meeting, RSVP to Chair@rockridge.org. If you are unable to attend any of our meetings but have ideas to share, please submit them Rockridge News Production Anna L. Marks ..........

By Don Kinkead

...e upcoming newsletter. by Casey Farmer, RCPC Chair In February, RCPC announced its annual election. Six candidates filed by the deadline for the six open seats, so there will not be a board election this year. Congratulations to Gary Barg, Jana Good, Robbie Tasker, and Paul McDonnell, who will be joining the