Davis Street Community Center Announces Retirement Event and Launches Rose Johnson Fund

Mar 15, 2024 | Books, Business

SAN LEANDRO, Calif. – March 12, 2024 – PRLog — San Leandro, CA – [03/12/24] – Davis Street Community Center is proud to announce a momentous occasion in its history as it celebrates the retirement of its esteemed CEO, Rose Padilla Johnson, after 32 ½ years of dedicated service. The retirement event, scheduled for Thursday April 11th, from 5pm to 8:30pm, will be a tribute to Rose’s unwavering commitment to transforming lives and communities.

Rose Padilla Johnson’s legacy at Davis Street spans back to 1991, when the organization operated within the humble confines of San Leandro First Christian Church at 1190 Davis Street. From its modest beginnings of offering food and clothing, Davis Street has undergone a remarkable transformation under her stewardship. Today, it stands as a cornerstone of the community, housing San Leandro’s newest Federally Qualified Health Center, facilitating Alternative Payment Programs for free childcare, and providing essential services for adults with disabilities—all under one expansive roof at 3081 Teagarden Street. Yet, amidst its growth and diversification, Davis Street remains faithful to its foundational mission of addressing basic community needs. The organization continues to distribute bags of fresh food and produce daily, ensuring that no one in the community goes hungry. Rose Padilla Johnson’s unwavering dedication has not only lifted individuals and families out of poverty but has also fostered a nurturing environment where all members of the community can thrive, regardless of their circumstances.

Recognized for her exceptional contributions to the community, Rose Padilla Johnson has received numerous accolades, including the Community Impact Lab Award and the prestigious title of 2015 Woman of the Year in the 18th Assembly District.

To honor Rose’s enduring legacy, The Davis Street Foundation is delighted to unveil the establishment of the Rose Padilla Johnson Legacy Fund. This fund will serve as a perpetual source of support for Davis Street and its vital programs, safeguarding Rose’s visionary mission for generations to come.

“As we embark on a new chapter in Davis Street’s history, the creation of the Rose Padilla Johnson Legacy Fund marks a profound milestone. This fund embodies our gratitude for Rose’s tireless leadership and embodies our pledge to continue her legacy of empowerment and support for our community.” – Gordon Galvan, Board President

The retirement celebration will take place at San Leandro’s Net Zero Building, 14600 Catalina Street, San Leandro; and, we invite members of the San Leandro community and beyond to join us in commemorating Rose’s achievements and raising funds to continue Davis Street’s mission. Your support is vital in helping us meet the growing needs of families and individuals facing the unique challenges of today.

For more information about the retirement event, the Davis Street Foundation, or to purchase tickets, please contact Reed Milnes at rmilnes@davisstreet.org.

About Davis Street Community Center:

Davis Street is a nonprofit organization serving low-income families and seniors in the San Leandro, San Lorenzo, Castro Valley, Ashland, Cherryland, and the Eden area. Services include medical, dental, and behavioral health care, services for adults with disabilities, food and clothing assistance, subsidized child care, and housing.

Media Contact:

Grace LemMon

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Davis Street Community Center | San Leandro And Eden Area (https://davisstreet.org/)

(510)347-4620×108

glemmon@davisstreet.org

Hong Kong – Chung Ying Street Garden in Sha Tau Kok to open on January 1 next year (with photos)

Dec 22, 2023 | International

Chung Ying Street Garden in Sha Tau Kok to open on January 1 next year (with photos)

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     ​The Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD) announced today (December 22) that Chung Ying Street Garden in North District will be officially open for public use starting from January 1 next year, providing a pleasant leisure space for public enjoyment. 

     Occupying an area of 1 300 square metres, the garden situated in front of the Chung Ying Street Checkpoint of the Sha Tau Kok is newly built by the LCSD for the Second Phase Opening-up of Sha Tau Kok. The facilities include pleasant landscaped sitting-out areas, leisure facilities and drinking fountains. Visitors may also overlook Chung Ying Street at the viewing deck and take pictures with the replica of an old railway station in Hong Kong as well as the model actual-size locomotive in the garden. 

     Visitors to Chung Ying Street Garden are required to apply for a Closed Area Permit (CAP). Both Hong Kong residents or visitors to Hong Kong can log onto the Hong Kong Police Force Online Applications Platform (www.es.police.gov.hk) to apply for a free electronic Tourism CAP on a first-come, first-served basis for visiting Sha Tau Kok from 7am to 9pm on the date they have applied for. The application process takes three working days. 

     Visitors are reminded that access of private vehicles to Sha Tau Kok is not allowed. They can only take the following public transport to the location.  
(1) Bus route Nos. 78S (express) or 78K at MTR Sheung Shui Station or Fanling Station and get off at the terminal;
(2) Minibus route No. 55K at MTR Sheung Shui Station and get off at the terminal; or
(3) Bus route No. 277A at MTR Lam Tin Station and get off at the terminal.

Hong Kong – Oil Street Art Space new exhibition showcases art of inscriptions in past and present (with photos)

Sep 27, 2023 | International

Oil Street Art Space new exhibition showcases art of inscriptions in past and present (with photos)

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     Oil Street Art Space (Oi!) launched the “Archaic Curator Series” last year and invited young Chinese art historians to serve as guest curators to showcase contemporary art that draws upon traditional Chinese culture. The second exhibition of the series, “Kings’ Inscriptions‧Contemporary Interpretations” will be launched at Oi! Glassie from tomorrow (September 28) until February 18 next year. Taking three inscriptions overarching 1 000 years that are related to the “king” as a starting point, guest curator Dr Sarah Ng invites artists to respond to these written writings through creative works of written texts, inscribed engravings and ink rubbings, enabling the audience to appreciate the cultural connotations and history of traditional Chinese art.
          
     Dr Ng uses the Stele of Mount Yi, which commemorates the achievements of Qin Shi Huang; “Sung Wong Toi”, an inscription rock repaired in the Qing dynasty commemorating the temporary residence of Zhao Shi and Zhao Bing, the last two kings of the Southern Song dynasty, and the street writing of the self-proclaimed “King of Kowloon”, Tsang Tsou Choi as the starting point and connects the past and the present to highlight the uniqueness and artistic value of Chinese calligraphy, engraved steles and ink rubbings. She has invited six artists from both local and overseas backgrounds to create artworks in different media, including Lee Wing Ki’s installation “Tsang’s Odyssey-Dream”; Lee Yun Woon’s gold ink calligraphy on purple fabric “Blessings to Hong Kong”; Leung Kwan Kiu’s community participation project “I Love You”; Leong Lampo’s digital ink generative video art installation “Heavenly Inquiry”; Tso Cheuk Yim’s mixed-media work “See You, Old Hong Kong”; and Yeung Yuk Kan’s handbuilt porcelain installation “Eastern Echo”. The exhibition aims to provide a guide for audiences to appreciate traditional Chinese culture and art from a new perspective.
      
     “Archaic Curator Series: Kings’ Inscriptions‧Contemporary Interpretations” is presented by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, organised by Oi! in collaboration with the University Museum Art Gallery (UMAG). For details, please visit the website www.apo.hk/en/web/apo/oi_archaic_curator_series_kings_inscriptions.html  or call 2512 3000 for enquiries.
      
     The exhibition is concurrently presented at Oi! and the UMAG.

Hong Kong – Reopening of Wai Lok Street Temporary Soccer Pitch

Sep 10, 2023 | International

Reopening of Wai Lok Street Temporary Soccer Pitch

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     The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (September 10) that Wai Lok Street Temporary Soccer Pitch in Kwun Tong District has been reopened.

     This venue was temporarily closed earlier for clearance and urgent repair works. 

Bonhams New Bond Street Fine Watches Auction Blows Up

Jun 11, 2023 | Business

WEBWIRE –

Fine Watches

21 Jun 2023

London, New Bond Street

Rolex. A historically interesting stainless steel automatic wristwatch worn by Vanessa

Redgrave in the 1966 film Blow Up

Submariner, Ref: 5513, Circa 1966

Cult 1960s film Blow Up Rolex offered at auction for the first time

London, New Bond Street – Bonhams Fine Watches sale on 21 June will have on offer a watch that has been sought over the years with many regarding it as one of the most coveted watches seen on the silver screen the Rolex Reference 5513 Submariner worn by Vanessa Redgrave in the cult 1960s film Blow Up has an estimate of 20,000-30,000.

The Rolex Reference 5513 Submariner, circa 1965, has become a holy grail of watches with Rolex enthusiasts long discussing the whereabouts of the watch with it being assumed lost or destroyed, in fact the watch has been in the possession of a member of the original Blow Up production team, a construction manager who went on to work in the film industry for over 50 years. His involvement in the production allowed him the opportunity to buy props which had been purchased for the film. He bought the Blow Up watch immediately after the film finished and has owned it ever since.

Blow Up, a 1966 thriller directed by Michelangelo Antonioni is set in Sixties swinging London and follows fashion photographer Thomas, (David Hemmings) who goes on to unknowingly capture a death on film after following two lovers in a park. Vanessa Redgrave plays Jane, the elusive woman pictured in them.

The Rolex Reference 5513 Submariner heading to auction, is worn by Redgrave throughout the film and is seen on a leather strap as opposed to the traditional stainless-steel Oyster bracelet, and in many scenes, visibly worn over the sleeve of her shirt. At the time, it was unusual for a female to wear a mens watch so prominently on screen, also highlighted with the next most famous mens Rolex watch worn by Honor Blackman as Bond spy Pussy Galore. The Blow Up cult classic is being offered at auction for the first time and is accompanied by provenance letters.

Jonathan Darracott, Bonhams Global Head of Watches, said: There is extensive interest in such an important and sought after Rolex with the provenance of being worn by a leading British star in a cult film. In one of the Rolex services sadly the original Explorer dial was replaced with the current baton and round marker version. Our Fine Watches auction is an opportunity to purchase an unforgettable timepiece with classic British Sixties cinematic history.