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15 years of celebrating “LEO” birthdays at the Blackhawk Country Club Fun in the Community
Hackers scan for vulnerable devices 15 minutes after bug disclosure Charity Spotlight Invest in HOPE Charity Spotlight
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September Craft: Paper Mache Boats and more… Crafts Corner
Bald Eagle Fledgling Rescue at Del Valle Ends Successfully Community content
The HOX Swim Team Updates Local Sports Check out the 9ers Local Sports
Now You Can Buy Before You Sell Expert Contributor Get a FREE HydraFacial and be part of a New World Record! Expert Contributor
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Watches & Wine: A Breitling Bar in Napa is the Perfect Way to Experience the Brand’s Newest Releases Over a Glass of Fine Wine! Expert Contributor
Letter to Residents
Meet Ellie Glenn: Chasing Olympic Dreams Resident Feature ARF Adoption Stars Pet Corner Real Estate Statistics Calendar of Events
Mike Grgich: Hall Of Fame Winemaker Wine, Food, Golf & Fun
Danville’s Community Pianos Return to Downtown Fun in the Community Blackhawk Women Golf Association Local Sports Danville 13-year-olds win World Series Local Sports Mustang Soccer 2022 News Local Sports Danville Baseball Academy Local Sports
Tri-Valley Animal Rescue - Giving them another chance Pet Corner Temporary Public Art Exhibit “Picture This!” Now On Display
What is the Most Versatile Vegetable?
Quest for a Cure Golf Tournament Charity Spotlight Summer Fruit Salad In the kitchen
The Loma Prieta Region of the Porsche Club of America Cars and Coffee
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This month also marks the conclusion of summer and back to a regular routine for many of us. Wishing all our Blackhawk students a great back to school experience and a happy Labor Day! We are devoted to sharing stories, events and news among our neighbors in this wonderful community. If you have a story, event or news to share, please email me at mscott@bestversionmedia.com
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This September marks our 91st issue of Blackhawk Living Magazine! We have learned a lot about our community over the past 91 months and have had a blast doing it! We have many more wonderful families to feature and stories to share. On behalf of our publisher, Jo Peek, our photographer, Ashley Shoemaker, myself and all of our talented contributors, we want to thank you for letting us share the stories of our community. We want to thank all of our sponsors for making Blackhawk Living Magazine possible. Every September, my neighborhood throws an annual Block Party. It’s where we get to know any new neighbors and catch up with everyone else. This block party tradition has been going on for over 30 years on my street. These kinds of community bonding activities are just another reason I cherish Blackhawk.
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Draeger’s Market is a grocery store that offers fine foods, high quality meats and seafood, fresh and locally sourced produce, from scratch baked goods, over 3,000 of the world’s finest wines, and catering platters for special events. Knowledgeable staff are ready to serve you, including the Director of Marketing, who has functioned as a journeyman grocery clerk, bakery clerk, beer and wine buyer and now spearheads marketing for the company.
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Chris Ruggieri is a skilled and premier residential contractor residing in Blackhawk and serving Contra Costa County. Chris has the earned reputation of being both highly creative and original. Ruggieri & Co brings to each client experi ence, quality and originality. Having served Contra Costa County for over 25 years Chris has partnered with many of the top local designers in the East Bay. Chris approaches construction with a passion that strongly emphasizes com municating and understanding the wants and needs of his clients, in doing so he keeps design channels and creativity open and relevant until the fulfillment of the ultimate goal – a unique and excellent completed project.
Dr. Tracey James joyfully serves as a chiropractor, doula and educator. She provides chiropractic care to individuals of all ages, specializing in pregnancy and pediatrics with over a decade of experience immersed in supporting families during their birth process and fertility journeys. Dr. Tracey graduated with honors from Life Chiropractic College West with further studies through the ICPA (International Chiropractic Pediatric Association) where she gained certification in the Webster Technique.
We are a new dance school serving the San Ramon Valley area. We are striving to bring proper technique to students in a firm but friendly environment. We believe in fostering the passion to move in a dancer and creating an environ ment where that passion can grow and mature. Technique, creativity, passion and love are all elements of dance in which we want to see our students find success by taking class at our studio. Kerri 925-737-5062Kerri.Anderson@hendrickauto.comPleasantonAndersonAutomall www.draegers.comSocial@draegers.com650-244-6500Markets AnatomyPower.comHelloWellness@ProtonMail.com925-457-0210James Ronan MD FACS Blackhawk and Migraine www.blackhawkplasticsurgery.com925-736-5757Center Dancer’s Lacey https://www.thedancersinstitute.com/510-703-7630Price 925-736-9000 St. Isidore info@stisidore.orgwww.stisidore.org925-837-2977School Mark www.localinspector.comm.beck@localinspector.com925-240-0441Beck
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Porteous Family Dentistry- Larry Porteous DDS and Linda Porteous RDH have been serving the dental needs in the communities of Rodeo,Vallejo and Blackhawk/Danville for over 30 years.They are a full service practice, eliminating, in most cases, the need for referrals. Offering extended hours for your convenience. “Our practices are dedicated to treating and preventing dental diseases in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. We strive to give each person the same respect, concern and care we would expect as patients.
At Home Inspections Plus, we have two basic rules: client satisfaction and long-term relationships. With our many years of business experience and over 6,000 fee paid inspections, we believe after you try our service, you will gladly refer others to us and use us in the future. Realtor and consumer inquiries welcome!
Blackhawk Plastic Surgery has been offering their patients the highest quality cosmetic treatments in the Blackhawk area for more than 15 years. Now they are thrilled to introduce the Blackhawk Migraine Clinic led by migraine specialist, Alicia Choquette. Alicia brings over 5 years of migraine expertise to the Blackhawk Migraine Clinic and looks forward to helping patients live a better quality of life migraine free.
The Pleasanton Automall is a luxury automotive dealership housing the Acura and Lexus dealerships located in Pleasanton, CA. In addition to our flagships, we also carry a wide selection of quality pre-owned vehicles. We pride ourselves in offering a World Class experience to all of our guests. Visit us today or contact us online to experience the Pleasanton difference.
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St. Isidore School is the East Bay’s largest Catholic School serving TK-8th Grade. We believe each student is a unique and beautiful gift. We foster individuality in a familial environment, inspiring students to explore and grow. Our teachers create a love of learning by nurturing an inquisitive spirit, building connections, and developing critical think ing. We understand that today’s learners are tomorrow’s leaders.
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Cesar has been with Rubicon Mortgage Fund, LLC since 2013. Currently V.P. Director of Sales, Cesar is responsible for overseeing Rubicon’s loan originators and placing non-conventional financing for his clients throughout California. Cesar received his B.A. degree in Business Administration from Cal State East Bay, Hayward, CA, focusing in Finance and Real Estate Management. Cesar serves on numerous real estate organizations located in the Bay Area. CA BRE #01984871. Anthony anthony@bayareaitsolutions.com707-361-4454Reginahttps://bayareaitsolutions.com Frame 9000www.TheFrameGroup.comGroupCrowCanyonRoad,Suite 94506 1.925.837.8309 1.925.837.8737 Peña www.buenavistatree.comntdonovan@yahoo.com415-531-1247 Advisor WestPac Wealth Partners Phil Kang, CExPTM Henry Chau, www.westpacwealth.cominfo@westpacwealth.com925-350-6588CPWA®
Steve and Judy Padis own and operate Padis Jewelry, which has four locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. They founded the company in 1974 and are proud to have earned a reputation as one of the finest jewelers in San Francisco, serving generations of clients for their most precious moments in life, from engagement to anniversary to milestone gifts. Padis Jewelry maintains top-tier relationships with the most sought-after designers including Tacori, Forevermark, Verragio, Breitling, Tag Heuer, and Roberto Coin. As members of the American Gem Society, Padis is among the top 5% of jewelers across the country.
Michael F. Framé received his formal investigative training from the United States Department of Justice (FBI), the United States Secret Service, IRS, and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) while serving as an undercover narcotics investigator assigned to the Vice Crimes Division of the Oakland Police Department. This training included asset identification and discovery, money laundering, fraud, financial crimes, business intelligence, organized and white-collar crime, narcotics processing, sales, possession, and influence.
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After more than 25 years, Anthony Regina has continued to advance his knowledge in security tools and solutions in the IT world. He became a nerd when his family bought the first home computer and that is what he has been doing ever since. Cyber Security is not an option anymore in the modern business world. We focus on providing the best security solutions to our clients to make sure they are protected. In this modern day, nobody is exempt from Cyber Threats, so we study the latest threats and security solutions to make sure you get the best, in a multi-layered solution. Anthony is constantly in classes and conferences to make sure we can provide you the best solutions. Visit: https://bayareaitsolutions.com to learn more of how we protect you. Atlantis Pools Inc. is a family owned business that has been serving Contra Costa County for over 25 years. From pool re pair, maintenance needs, remodels and updates, no job is too big or small for us. We take pride in the high quality service we give to each customer.
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Professional lyric coloratura soprano, Elizabeth has extensive experience as a soloist in oratorio, concert, musical theatre, sacred music, and new music. She performs nationally and internationally with renown conductors, orchestras, composers, international communities, and holds a myriad of national credits including MM degree. As the proprietor of her vocal music studio, she has taught 300+ private students from youth to mature adults offering them a sustainable vocal technique, biannual voice recitals which include philanthropic fund raisers, music connections in the community, performance preparation for high school top choirs, vocal competitions, college prep. recordings, pageant training. Elizabeth is a member of NATS, CCMTAC, an adjudicator for CMEA, and NATS. After more than 20 years, Todd Galde has mastered the process of helping borrowers with different income sources, matching the correct loan to their unique circumstances. We teach and advise, then we customize. A Direct Lender, Team Galde offers solutions with competitive rates and financing programs that give you more qualifying options, including the unique NINE Loan for owner-occupied purchase or refinance. Learn more at www.The9Loan.com.
Ellie Glenn fell in love with sailing while growing up in Blackhawk and participating in a Junior Sailing program. She found the love and passion for the sport at a young age and carried that into her racing career. Now, she has embarked on a quest to the 2024 Olympic Games being held in Paris, France. She is partnering with Kelly Cole, from Oklahoma City, OK. “Having been involved in sailing my entire life, competing nationally and internationally, I know that Kelly and I have what it takes to go for Olympic success. Our years of sailing have taught us that if you give one hundred and ten percent of yourself to something, even if it hurts, only good results will come. We have the grit, the passion, and the determination to continue our love for the sport at the highest level and represent the United States of America as a part of the US Sailing Team,” says Ellie. Team Kelly Ellie sails the 49er FX, a female class, in high performance sailing. The boat has been in the Olympics since 2016. It is composed of three sails, weighing in at 200 pounds and 16 ft. long. “The boat literally flies across the water,” adds Ellie. She started sailing a double-handed boat, called the C420. Through her years as a youth sailor, she gained experience in a team dynamic, skills of boat tuning and trapping, and physical strength. “Sailing is an extremely unique sport.
This allows us to give back to the community that we are in and always make time for youth.”
By Megan Scott, Resident since 2010 Meet Ellie Glenn:
The athletes competing in Olympic Classes are not just some of the fittest, but also some of the most intelligent. Decisions and execution are required at high speed on the water. There isn’t a straight line to success, and the quickest route isn’t always the most obvious. Sailing forces you to take the routes you would consider the hardest, simply on face value. This directly helps you in a life of business by familiarizing you with the notion that the easy way out isn’t the best way, and grinding out the hard yards is oftentimes more satisfying and rewarding,” shares Ellie.
When she is not training around the world, you can find Ellie working as a Junior Sailing Program Director at Encinal Yacht Club, located in Alameda. She says it gives her a chance to pass on her passion, “We are constantly moving locations, to different yacht clubs, and always provide our time to coaching youth sailors.
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A 23-year Blackhawk resident, Ellie graduated from Carondelet High School and went on to attend Valley Forge Military College and the University of Alabama. She has won sportsmanship trophies, as well as been awarded most consistent sailor of her year. She brings another level of attention to detail and organization. “As young sailors, my teammate Kelly and I have accumulated a list of accolades that we know will prepare us for becoming elite athletes. Together, we have competed in North American races placing 3rd at North Americans in Bristol, Rhode Island in June 2021, 1st at the US National Championship in Miami, FL in November 2021 and Top American Team at the US Open in Miami, FL in January 2022,” says Ellie.
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Deeply rooted in the Blackhawk community, Ellie’s parents, John and Grace Glenn and extended family, including her grandmother, Betty Glenn and Aunt, Sharon Hayward, all live in the community. “The neighborhood is beautiful, and the neighbors are extremely caring.
We are lucky to have this determined and talented Olympic athlete call Blackhawk home. If you’d like to learn more about her and her team, you can follow their journey at kellyelliefx.com.
We have an outdoor cat who likes to visit all of our neighbor’s houses, and they are always calling to check up on him.”
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By Christa Noriega, ARF Adoption Manager
Adopt a new best friend at ARF in Walnut Creek! View available dogs and cats online or visit ARF in-person: Wednesday-Sunday, 12-6pm, with early-bird sign-in available on weekdays beginning at 9 am. Our team is excited to guide you in choosing a pet, share information about their history and behavior, and provide helpful resources. This process can take time—please allow 60-90 minutes for in-person appointments. Here are a few of our adorable animals looking for love: Adoption Stars
best of her golden years and still has so much love to give! She has also purrfected the art of biscuit making, and her tongue adorably sticks out all the time. A relaxed and laid back girl, she enjoys being held and leans in to be close. She is truly medicine for the soul! If you’re looking for a calm, snuggly lap cat who to relax and unwind with, Miffy is the perfect girl for you .Plus, her adoption fee has been prepaid by a generous donor. Miffy is being cared for in a foster home, and is available to meet/adopt by ARFappointment.Adoption fees: $125 for an adult cat, $175 for a kitten (<6 months), $200 for two adult cats,$300 for two kittens, $75 for a special-needs cat, $100for a special-needs kitten (<6 months),and $75for a senior cat (7+ years). Adoption fees are waived for US military Veterans.
2-year-old Pebbles is a sweet lover girl with a heart of gold. Being the social and bubbly girl that she is, some of her favorite things are snuggles, giving kisses, and leaning in to her person for a good petting session. She’s also an active, energetic girl, so she’ll do well in a household that will provide her plenty of physical exercise, adventures, and doggie play dates–anything to tire her out–plus mental stimulation as well. Energetic as she may be, she also has great manners that she would love to showoff and hone with continued training at home. One thing is for sure: miss Pebbles is certain to make an amazing companion! She can’t wait to find her forever home where she can truly shine and share all the love she has to give. Pebbles has a positive history with other dogs and currently weighs 41 pounds. ARF adoption fees: $250 for an adult dog, $375 for a puppy (<6 months), $150 for a special-needs dog, $200for a special-needs puppy (<6 months), and $150for a senior dog (7+ years). Adoption fees are waived for US military Veterans.
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BLACKHAWK LIVING CA 11 Real Estate ACTIVE BLACKHAWK LISTINGS Active Real Estate Listings in Blackhawk Best Version Media does not guarantee the accuracy of the statistical data on this page. The data does not represent the listings of any one agent or agency but represents the activity of the real estate community in the area. Any real estate agent’s ad appearing in the magazine is separate from the statistical data provided which is in no way a part of their advertisement. Source: BridgeMLS 8/10/2022 Courtesy of Kelley Krock at Redfin Street List Price Sq.Ft. BR BT DOM $2,198,800$1,849,900$9,500,000$2,399,900$4,200,000$3,890,000$4,299,000528 Blackhawk Club Dr 4031 Eagle Nest Ln Blackhawk Dr Deer Crest Dr Blackhawk Meadow Dr Conifer Ter Sugar Pine Ln 29462079125923635634539394806 4364745 3293634 4957155426458143 SOLD BLACKHAWK LISTINGS PENDING BLACKHAWK LISTINGS Street List Price Sold Price Sq.Ft. BR BT DOM Street List Price Sq.Ft. BR BT DOM $3,998,800$1,875,000$2,398,800$2,699,000$2,488,000$2,998,000$3,998,800$1,998,000$2,398,800$2,699,000$2,488,000$2,998,000$3,799,900$1,098,000Deer Hollow Dr Liquidamber Pl Eagle Nest Ln Deer Meadow Dr Deer Trail Dr Quail Run Ln Deer Ridge Dr Kingswood Cir 558429462699338827694246 17525069 544534 25 333433 24 20643471317 711
It’s time to clink glasses and lift your spirits with Ein Prosit der Gemütlichkeit — a toast to cheers and good times — in honor of the upcoming fall season and popular Oktoberfest celebration. Join us in the biergarten or on the dance floor for another epic Oktoberfest in Walnut Creek. It’s a great place to show off your dirndl dress or don the lederhosen (not mandatory!). This day-long, family-friendly event recreates the beloved German fall Oktoberfestcelebration.willinclude live entertainment, music, dancing, gourmet food and dozens of artisan vendors, arts & crafts, biergarten with dozens of craft beers, wine, international music, Kinder Platz Kids Zone. Time:walnutcreekdowntown.comwww.12-7pm
Discover timeless treasures from local antique dealers and artists. Grab a bite at downtown eateries. And enjoy live music, entertainment, and fun for the kids while strolling through the streets of downtown. Have a few heirlooms of your own? For a nominal fee, you can find out how much they’re worth at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley’s antique appraisal clinic.
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Fri., Sept. 9 Summer Jazz Nights @ Auburn Lounge Featuring Vocalist Eve Marie Shahoian and Friends of The Jazz Room for Eugene O’Neill Jazz Night with profits benefiting the Eugene O’Neill Foundation. Time: 6:30 to 9pm (Outdoor Patio) Cost: $20 Cover Sat., Sept. Community10Bike Rodeo and Festival @Iron Horse Middle School Enjoy a free, fun-filled event! At this educational, skillsbased training for children and families using bicycles or scooters, learn lifelong bicycle skills, and increase your family’s basic bicycle knowledge in a safe, organized environment. Sat., Sept. 17 Danville Concours d’Elegance @ Downtown Danville Outstanding yearly event where car collectors, automotive enthusiasts and the local community gather together to have fun and raise millions of dollars for a significant cause: Parkinson’s Disease research and patient care. Cost: LearnFreeMore: danville-delegance.orgwww. Thurs., Sept. 29 Young at Art Workshop in the Gallery: Modern Landscape @Village Theatre Art Gallery Get your art on at the Village Theatre Art Gallery Time: 3:45-5pm Save the date: Sat., Oct. Oktoberfest15 @Civic Park, Walnut Creek
Mon., Sept. 5 Relics on Railroad @Museum of the San Ramon Valley If you love the ageless beauty of antiques, you won’t want to miss Relics on Railroad, Danville’s Art and Antique Faire.
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Ramsey Raher, pictured above with tournament founder Lydia Morasky
“I served for 6 years in the Army, so I can’t say I’m a financial advisor, but if you are looking for a return on your investment, you need to look no further than myself”
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When I enlisted in 2005, I brought my golf clubs to my first duty station. While we were deployed to Iraq, the following summer, I found a pitching wedge and range balls on base and practiced between missions. I was wounded in combat, twice, and received the Purple Heart Award, twice. During my rehabilitation, while stationed in Alaska, I played golf under the midnight sun and recovered. After deciding to reenlist in 2008, I was reassigned to Ft. Gordon in Augusta, Georgia, of all places. My overseas service continued as duty called again. In 2010, I was deployed to Afghanistan. I didn’t have golf clubs, but I watched the tour from down range, and dreamed of playing back home. The commanding officer asked what my plans were after being honorably discharged in 2010, and I told him I was heading to San Diego to pursue golf.
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The transition to civilian life was good, but I allowed unhealthy choices and obstacles to hinder my goal. Having experienced such significant loss in battle, I believed everything to be impermanent, lost focus and drive. I idled away until the fateful day. During the 2020 PGA Championship, San Francisco Police Officer Kennedy called me, (as Colin Morikawa was taming Harding Park) saying he saw a PGA HOPE commercial and recommended that I sign up for the classes. I paid heed to the sound advice of a childhood school friend and looked into the PGA HOPE program. From the moment of that auspicious phone call my life returned to me. Being a good paratrooper, I took the opportunity as a leap of faith, and haven’t looked back. In 2020, I invested my time in the classes, and became a PGA HOPE Graduate. I invested myself in the play days, and in 2021, I became a captain. I invested in being a captain and was invited to the PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup. I invested in relationships and acquired a position at a PGA HOPE golf course, and now work at Metropolitan Golf Links. The golf event was a huge success, thanks to the helpful contributions from donors. Now, as an Instructor, I invest adaptive golf training to nearly three different PGA HOPE classes,
By Ramsey Raher US Army – 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division Operation Iraqi Freedom – Purple Heart
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Bald Eagle Fledgling Rescue at Del Valle Ends Successfully
By Jen Vanya, Public Information Specialist, East Bay Regional Park District
While the fledge was convalescing, the ranch managers reported seeing its sibling in flight and calling to its parents, who were responding and feeding it.
On the morning of June 30, Riensche and Del Valle Supervising Naturalist Ashley Grenier, on-hand to photograph the release, met on-site with the ranch managers to discuss the release plan. A good eagle release site was located close to the original nest location, which was high enough to avoid potential ground-based threats and provided excellent up drafts to help the eaglet practice flapping its wings, build muscle tone, and hopefully get airborne. The team was unable to take it out of the crate and carry it to the release location, as the “eaglet with attitude” was known to be a fighter and difficult to handle. Riensche lugged the crated fledgling back up the steep slope and placed the kennel on a large log, allowing it some time to recognize the familiar surroundings. A short time later, the fledgling walked out of the kennel and slowly made his way upward (above, right).
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By June 29, the pin was removed from the wing, and the following day Dr. Loo and Veterinary Technician Peter Flowers performed an “eaglet exit exam,” which included feeding it and checking its wings, injury location, and talons/grip to be sure it was ready for release. With a clean bill of health and proper federal and state approvals in-hand, the team began coordinating the newly-healed fledge’s return to the wild.
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The near-tragic event occurred at the site of a large stick nest, considered a “nest at risk” for the past three-to-four years due to a previous nest falling from the same pine tree. On the evening of June 11, the trunk supporting the nest snapped during a heavy windstorm, and the entire nest was blown down out of the tree.
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Park District Wildlife Biologist David “Doc Quack” Riensche was notified early the following morning by neighboring ranchers, who first noticed the adult bald eagles standing guard near the fallen nest site, and soon after spotted the 10.5-week-old male eaglet atop the pile of debris with his wing folded back. As a fledgling, the injured young bird was particularly vulnerable. A fledgling’s feathers and wing muscles may be sufficiently developed for flying but they may not yet be capable of flight, and they are still dependent upon parental care and feeding.
The ranch managers had not seen his female sibling, but they would continue to watch for her. Later that morning, Del Valle Naturalist Alex Collins, who was leading a regular bald eagle program, noticed the nest was gone and sent photos to Riensche, who was already preparing to attempt a rescue.
“We were relieved to know that the sibling had survived the tree collapse and its ‘forced fledging’, as it were,” said Riensche. “This gave us confidence that if the eaglet at Lindsay Wildlife Hospital recovered quickly, we could reunite it with its family.”
Doug Bell and David Riensche with rescued eaglet.
he dramatic rescue of an injured bald eagle fledgling from the debris of a fallen nest on ranch land adjacent to Del Valle Regional Park in Livermore had those involved in the effort all aflutter for the last half of summer. Thanks to a collaboration between nearby ranch managers, who spotted the nest debris and helped locate the fallen fledge, Park District biologists and naturalists, who headed up the rescue and release efforts, and the Lindsey Wildlife Hospital, whose wildlife medical team was able to nurse the eaglet back to health, the story ended well for the young eagle.
With approval from federal and state wildlife agencies to proceed, Riensche and Wildlife Program Manager Doug Bell met on-site with the ranch managers and climbed up the steep slope to remove the eaglet from the nest debris (above, left). The eaglet was transported to Lindsay Wildlife Hospital in Walnut Creek, where x-rays showed that it had a fractured right radius (wing bone). Wildlife veterinarian Dr. Krystal Loo pinned the wing bone so that it would mend properly.
“At this point, the released eaglet calling was a good sign, and we hoped the adults would respond by feeding it soon,” explained Doug Bell. “We were thinking it might stay grounded for a couple of days, or just take short hopping flights until it built up muscle tone,” he added.
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By mid-afternoon, the eaglet was heard calling to its parents, who were feeding his sibling in a nearby pine. To be sure it would be hungry enough to call to its parents, the fledgling had only received enough food to get it through the day and be well-hydrated. However, with no visual sign of the released eaglet by sundown, the team was very anxious about its fate.
Around noon the next day, the ranch managers reported seeing both eaglets in the same tree, while the attending adult fed one of the fledglings as the other one vocalized. The sighting meant that the recovered eaglet was able to take flight and reunite with its family, a happy ending to a bald eagle adventure - just in time for the Fourth of ForJuly!more
information about bald eagles, stop by the Del Valle Visitor Center on weekends and holidays, or check out our list of bald eagle
Thefacts.East Bay Regional Park District is the largest regional park system in the nation, comprising 73 parks, 55 miles of shoreline, and over 1,300 miles of trails for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and environmental education. The Park District receives more than 25 million visits annually throughout Alameda and Contra Costa counties in the San Francisco Bay Area. Lindsay Wildlife Hospital staff examine fledgling. Fledgling leaves kennel Fledgling is released
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By Michelle Barry, Resident since 2018 Abit of a nautical theme this month. Paper mache! Yes, paper mache. This was a fun and very rewarding craft. I remember making a piñata out of paper mache using a balloon when I was a kid. I haven’t touched paper mache since, until now. It definitely brought back memories. This project was super easy and the result is whimsical and adorable.
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Also, Jessie Chorley has some cute embroidery projects. This is a block from her friendship quilt project. https://www. jessiechorley.com/ and Instagram: @jessiechorley Always looking for inspiration.
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Guests also enjoyed dancing to a live band. In conclusion, it was another special afternoon enjoying the pristine and picturesque Napa Valley. We would highly recommend you add Grgich Hills to your Napa bucket list. For more information and to make a tasting https://www.grgich.com/appointment.
Mike Grgich: Hall Of Fame Winemaker
By Mike L. McColgan, Resident since 1990
Recently, we attended the Grgich Hills Annual Release party. Hall Of Fame winemaker Mike Grgich made wine history in 1976 when the Chardonnay he crafted won the Judgement of Paris tasting. Now 99 years young, he continues to make world class wine. His daughter Violet now runs the winery. We have been attending this release party for 30 years. On a sun-drenched afternoon, we enjoyed music, dancing, photo booths, bocce, great wines, and a variety of sensational Croatian food appetizers. Mike is originally from Croatia and also has a winery Attendingthere.this party is like being at a live movie. The backdrop of the vineyards and heavenly smell of barbecued Lamb and Fried chicken was a sensational combination that became a heavenly experience when paired with the ‘great ’Grgich wines. Today there were many tasting stations and each table had bottles of 2019 Essence, 2019 Chardonnay, 2017 Zinfandel and 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon.
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Danville’s Community Pianos Return to Downtown. Residents invited to share their musical talents. The Town of Danville is thrilled to announce the return of the community pianos. Pianos are available outside of the Danville Senior Center, Danville Community Center, and the Village Theatre & Art Gallery for all ages to share their musical talents with residents and visitors alike. In May, the Town put a call out to local high school and middle school students to create new designs for the pianos. Several local young artists submitted colored sketches of their original designs and three were chosen. The cow print piano at the Danville Community Center was painted by Lucine B. The piano in front of the Village Theatre & Art Gallery was designed by Elizabeth M. The “Summer of Love” piano in front of the Danville Senior Center was created by Ashley G. To read more about the artists’ inspiration for these artworks, follow the Recreation, Arts & Community Services Department on Instagram @danvilleparksca. The pianos will be available through September.
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24 SEPTEMBER 2022 more local sports articles just like this on BVMSports.comFind ShareAND Happy Summer from the BWGA. Our Diablo Valley Team Play ladies did it again! As the 2022 Gross Champions the next step is CBL (Central Bay League Championship). We are all so proud of your win and wish you the best of luck! BWGA July 28th Lakeside Charm Day Overall Low Gross – Yasuko Zingg - 88 Overall Low Net – Kristen Henry - 67 Flight A Low Gross – Laura Carlson - 85 Low Net – Hailey Joo - 74 Low Putts – Anna Li - 32 Flight B Low Gross – Nancy Lisiak - 92 Low Net – Betsy Jenkins - 71 Low Putts – Lydia Morasky - 27 Flight C Low Gross – Linnell McRee - 102 Low Net – Denise Mallozzi - 72 Low Putts – Karyn Giannini - 32 Flight D Low Gross – Jan Lind - 107 Low Net – Margaret Jones - 79 Low Putts – Jan Lind 36 Closest to the Pin hole 16 Kim Davis – 3 Feet 7 and half inches One Fun Thing Karyn Giannini/Fillo Carathimas/Jan Lind/Margaret Jones/Betsy Jenkins/Linnell Mcree/Judy Ma/Lydia Morasky/Sue Takaichi/Denise Benger/Nancy Corbin/ Terri Lawson/Jo Peek/Karin King/Annette Whiting/ Andrea Petralia/Hailey Joo/Laura Carlson/Marian Zalewski/ Chip-ins Ronda Sroka (hole 2)/Denise Mallozzi (hole 18)/Karyn Giannini (hole 14)/Lydia Morasky (hole 9) On August 11 the BWGA hosted The Swinging Safari Mini Invitational. Our Chair, Sandra Ingwers and her committee, put on a spectacular event. Local Sports Blackhawk Women Golf Association
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Find ShareAND Danville 13-year-olds win World Series
“It was a great experience and one that I won’t forget,” echoed Preston Pera.
Danville Little League World Series Champions includes players: Andrew Chang, Anthony DeVito, Brent Del Barrio, Brett Sadur, Caden Boscia, Carter Tong, Dario Boban, Davis Lynch, Gavin McMillan, Jack Hill, Jacob Quinto, J.T. Roberts, Mathew Sardelich, and Preston Pera, and coaches Matt Hill, Brian Sardelich, and Dan Lynch.
In a true show of sportsmanship, the boys celebrated their win with the kids from the other teams. Davis Lynch said, “a highlight was dancing with the South Korea team in the hotel courtyard after the game.” Gavin McMillan added, “It was really fun making new friends with people from international places like South Korea, Australia, Netherlands and even Curaçao. We’ve found ways to keep in touch since meeting even though we don’t speak the same language.”
The Intermediate 50/70 World Series, which has been in existence since 2013, takes place in Livermore, CA and consists of six U.S. teams and six international teams. After a week of games that began on July 31, the Danville team made it to the top of the U.S. division by beating Hawaii 5-0. South Korea beat Puerto Rico in the International Division final game, setting the stage for Danville and South Korea to play for the title.
On August 7 a team of 14 boys from Danville and Alamo became the World Champions at the Little League Intermediate World Series.
Congratulations to our World Champion Danville Intermediate Little League players and coaches!
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Danville scored one run in each of the first four innings against a really tough South Korea pitcher. Then in the 6th inning South Korea had a 2-run home run. At that point in the tournament, Danville had only given up two runs all week. But in the end, Danville won the game 5-2. “We scored runs in lots of creative ways; we pitched well and played amazing defense,” said Lynch. Matt Hill, Head Coach added, “We set out to shock the world, and that’s exactly what these young men did. They seized their moment in the spotlight. Every big moment they were ready and never wilted under the lights. I think that reflects the personality and heart of this town, and I couldn’t be more proud.”
“Our pitcher Jacob Quinto was very calm and poised,” said Assistant Coach Dan Lynch. “That inspired everyone to play well.”
The journey began in February as the Diablo Kings Little League team played their regular season, led by Head Coach Matt Hill. In the regular season they lost their first game. The players, most of who play on travel ball teams during the off-season, were not used to the Intermediate sized field used for their age level, which is between a Little League sized field and a regular sized field. The team had some work to do, and they worked hard. They finished the regular season 10-2, averaging about 14 runs each game. Then in June the post season began, and the team, which had been made up of 12 Danville 13-yearolds from all over Danville, was able to add 2 more players who both came from Alamo. They became the District 57 champions, after playing a double-elimination style tournament against other Bay Area All-star teams.
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50th Anniversary We are celebrating our 50th Anniversary this season and enjoyed celebrating at our 50th Anniversary Celebration & Season Kick off just a few weeks ago. Thank you to all who celebrated with the movie on the big screen, parade, music, and prize drawings! offering more camps this year! on the look out for and in @ the
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Last year was yet another banner year for the program. Teaching the game the right way pays dividends over the course of a couple of years. This was evident by the success of all of our teams. We traveled to Arizona during Spring training and our 12U, 13U, and 14U teams all won the Triple Crown Spring Nationals. Each team, from the 9U-18U, had sustained success throughout the season and progressed as their seasons went on. It was fun to watch the progress each player made.
The Danville Baseball Academy is entering its 17th season in the Fall of 2022 and into the Spring of 2023. Danville Baseball Academy is an all in one program for anyone interested in their baseball or softball needs!!! We do private and group lessons, camps, clinics, skill specific classes, and club teams from 9U-18U. We take pride in developing young men and woman into great ball players and even better people. We have always said, “it isn’t about the wins or chasing down trophies, it’s all about the training, development, learning the game, and getting them ready to play at the next level.”
Coach Matt wraps up the day during the wildly popular July Games Camp Danville Baseball Academy players are representing the program well for San Ramon Valley High School
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The Crushers, 9U-14U. and the NorCal Prospects, 15U-18U, continue to be the elite destination for local baseball players!!
We finished the summer with our SOLD OUT 7 week camp session located at our very own fields on the Athenian School Campus. At our camps the approach is simple, have fun and learn the game. We have established a system of progressive training, specific skills sets one week leading into the next set of skills the following week. The skills and game awareness our players learn is invaluable. Our 5:1 player to coach ratio allows for unique individual attention during our ever so popular camps!! Our beautiful fields right here in your own backyard are some of the best playing surfaces in the area.
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What so many people don’t realize, once you get bitten by the swim bug, is that it’s with you for life. So, just because our regular summer season is over, it doesn’t mean that all our swimmers are out of the water. So many are already back in the water doing the Fall Swim Program. If you have questions, please contact Coach Sean Quackenbush at seanq@blackhawkcc.org The Fall Program has several different tiers tailored to fit all swimmers of all ages. As our kids head back to school, we reflect on the fabulous “Hip HOX” summer. Our kids got to fully spread their wings this past summer for the first time in two years as Covid restrictions were lifted. The neon colors mixed with our passion for Teal and the hot pink County caps made a nice mix this summer. The kickoff where the families came to see what the theme was and reunite with their swim families to the time trials. We could not have asked for a more perfect summer with the weather this season! Not too hot, not too cold. We escaped smoke (we knew too much about what an AQI was in past years) days this summer. We love a good party, both for the kids and for the parents. We celebrate the youngers with our eight and under party, the big kids go to Santa Cruz, and the adults had a fabulous white party this year. And so much in between. Hike to the Hawk, Lip Sync, “MoHox” (you must see it to believe it), Funday Fridays, VSA. If this is something that sounds like you want to be a part of, you are in luck, because we will do it again next summer!
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We want to thank our coaches for their dedication to our kids over the summer. Coaching a swim season isn’t a regular five day a week job. They are on deck before 8am during the week and you will see them there well past 3 or 4pm any given weekday. It doesn’t stop there. Swim is pretty much a seven day a week job in the summer. Some meets we are given 7:15am warm-up times, which means our coaches are on deck as early as 6:45am on a Saturday or Sunday morning. These meets can go as late (and some of them did this summer!) as 5pm. Our coaches are the best. They show up with smiles, give our kids their all and are the last ones to leave still smiling. Many of our coaches have families of their own, this takes away from their family time. We want them to know how much we appreciate them and their dedication to our kids, thank you! If you are taking a swim break, we look forward to seeing you next summer. Have a wonderful break and we can’t wait to hear what you’ve been doing in your “off” time.
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32 SEPTEMBER 2022 Local Sports Check out the 9ers By Kelly Brandmeier July Charm Day Results 1st Flight 1st Place Low Gross - Stephanie Newby 2nd Place Low Gross - Barbara Walsh 1st Place Low Net - Debbie Roof 2nd Place Low Net - Terri Waterman Low Putts - Leigh Bultman 2nd Flight 1st Place Low Gross - Sandra Davis 2nd Place Low Gross - Monique Morgan 1st Place Low Net - Mary Jane Novack 2nd Place Low Net - Cassandra Boyer Low Putts - Sandra Davis July Low Putts - Brenda Carlson The Niners Newsletter is proudly sponsored by The Burgess Team more local sports articles just like this on BVMSports.comFind ShareAND Congratulations July Charm Winner Shelley Foster
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Again, the big world record-breaking HydraFacial event is scheduled for Friday, October 7th from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Give us a call at 925-736-5757 if you have any questions. And even though we will have 20+ HydraFacial machines and aestheticians at the practice on that day, time slots are limited so please sign up right away.
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And for those of you that don’t know or never had one, a HydraFacial is soothing, relaxing and delivers instant results. It is a non-invasive hydra dermabrasion facial that exfoliates, cleanses and hydrates the face. It is also one of our most popular treatments at our practice and MedSpa. The effects of the sun, pollution, and stress can damage your skin cells, prohibiting the growth of collagen and elastin, the essential components of healthy, glowing, younger looking skin. HydraFacial treatments work by exfoliating damaged cells, hydrating tissues, and cleansing with antioxidants, while peptides and hyaluronic acid revitalize and protect your skin and promote collagen and elastin production.
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Just as with traditional facials, your HydraFacial treatment will be personalized based on your skin, so it is going to be different for a teenager with acne than for an older client with sun damage and wrinkles. Before your HydraFacial, one of our expert aestheticians will evaluate the overall condition of your skin, determine your skin’s sensitivity and choose the serum and individualized treatment plan that’s right for Ifyou.you love your HydraFacial, our Beauty Membership plan is a great way to stay on top of your regular beauty regimen and save money in the process. Membership includes a practical monthly subscription plan with special club member pricing. In addition to HydraFacials, membership is also a great way to develop a personalized treatment plan for RHA and Restylane dermal fillers, Dysport injections, and other beauty treatments.
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Friday, October 7th is your chance to get a complimentary HydraFacial and help set a new record for the Guinness Book of World Records! That’s right… Blackhawk Plastic Surgery & MedSpa has partnered with The HydraFacial Company to beat our previous world record and set a new one for the most HydraFacial treatments completed in one day. Blackhawk and Danville Living readers can sign up for this exciting event by going to our website at BlackhawkPlasticSurgery.com or the following URL: bit.ly/OCT7BPS (case sensitive) or by scanning the QR code in our ad on page 4! And please feel free to encourage friends and family members to also sign up because there’s no better way to give the gift of a free HydraFacial!
Uniquely Designed Frames Featured Throughout the Tri-Valley Picture This! Is a temporary art exhibit currently on display throughout the entire Tri-Valley. The Town of Danville is pleased to have 10 of the 31 frames placed around the Downtown area and at select parks. The outdoor exhibition will be displayed through September 30, 2022. A downloadable map with all frame locations corner Tri-Valley Animal RescueGiving them another chance
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Chuck - East County Animal Shelter Adoptable Dog -Looking For His Forever Home!
Chuck has truly captured the hearts of the TVAR volunteers. He is one gorgeous boy with soulful eyes who absolutely loves people. After his initial excitement of going out to the yard, he’s just happy getting some fresh air and hanging out with his volunteer friends for some pets or a back scratch. He sits for treats and is gentle when taking them from your hand.. He has the potential to get along with a well-matched dog. If you are looking for a devoted companion, please check out Chuck! He is located at the East County Animal Shelter – 4595 Gleason Drive in Dublin – Kennel A6. You can see more about Chuck and additional pictures and videos at www.tvar.org
Meet little Jazmine - a sweet and frisky kitten who Gidget and Gadget arrived at the East County Animal Shelter with their sister Gemma when they were only two weeks old. They were immediately taken into TVAR’s bottle baby program where they were bottle-raised in a foster home and then weaned onto wet and dry kitten food. They are incredibly loveable and holdable kittens and will show their affection with loud purrs and face rubs. Gidget is very chatty and will meow, purr, and rub on you during petting sessions. Gadget is just as sweet but has more of a wild, playful side. Gidget and Gadget’s sister, Gemma, has already found her forever home, but these two beautiful girls are still awaiting theirs. They have grown quite bonded since their sister was adopted and would love to go to the same forever home together. They are spayed, vaccinated, microchipped and tested negative for FIV/FeLV.
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TVAR’s kitten and bottle baby programs rescue kittens - some only days old - who are unable to be adopted from the shelter and place them in foster homes where they receive medical care, love, and a home setting until they are healthy, able to be spayed or neutered and ready for their forever homes
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TVAR is a locally based and volunteer run 501(c)3 animal rescue organization. We assist in saving over 1,000 animals yearly in the Tri-Valley and surrounding areas. We are celebrating 30 years of saving lives with over 250 local volunteers. At TVAR, we rely solely on Public Support to fund our life saving programs. All TVAR’s foster animals go directly from the local Animal Shelter into foster homes where they receive much needed love and socialization and where they are kept until adopted. We also have an invaluable Shelter Program where our volunteers spend countless hours every day at the local shelter working with the Dogs, Puppies, Cats and Kittens and the Public. is available on the Town’s website under public art at www.danville. Participantsca.gov/picturethis.are encouraged to take a family photo or selfie with a frame and tag @danville.artgallery and @danvilleparksca using the hashtags thebetweenframes#PictureThisDanville.#PictureThisTriValleyTheuniqueareapartofapartnershiptheTownofDanvilleandcitiesofDublin,Livermore,Pleasanton, San Ramon, and Visit Tri-Valley. To view all the frames, visit https://visittrivalley. com/picture-this/
BLACKHAWK LIVING CA 37Where residents find and recommend the best local, trusted businesses Celebrating fifteen years of getting together at the Lakeside Dining Room to honor our LEO birthdays. We started in 2008 and have photos from every year since then! Food was excellent, wine was abundant, and the company was delightful. On to 2023! 15 years of celebrating“LEO” birthdays at the Blackhawk Country Club
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By Aly Baker, Bloomers Publicity Baked, Broiled, Fried, Spiralized, Gratin, Croquette, Noodles, Stuffed, Stew, Lasagna, Bread, Cookies, Cake and Crisps…. If you were having flash backs to Forest Gump and all things shrimp you are not far wrong, but this time we are talking Zucchini – the ultimate in versatile vegetables. Zucchini suffers from prolific reproduction during the summer. Friends have been known to draw their blinds and lock their doors when they see me coming with an armload of zucchinis. But did you know all the benefits the humble zucchini delivers? The zucchini along with its squash brethren started in the America’s but were quickly adopted by the Europeans. The Italians dubbed it zucchino – little squash. It came back to America in the 1920’s but was largely ignored for the next 50 years. However, by the mid 70’s frugal homemakers were incorporating zucchini creatively into a multitude of recipes.
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Zucchini is low in calories, versatile and filled with nutrition. At 52 calories and high in fiber, it is great choice for those of us watching our weight. It delivers 92% of our daily vitamin C and delivers substantial amounts of folate, Vitamins A & K. With all this knowledge, it is time to grab some zucchini and start cooking. To learn about the world around us, have fun and meet a great group of women, check out the Blackhawk Bloomers. To learn more, contact Rose Gogarty at rosegogarty@gmail.com.
BLACKHAWK LIVING CA 39 Charity Spotlight Monday,When: October 10th 2022 BlackhawkWhere: Country Club 599 Blackhawk Club Drive Danville, CA 94506 The Yellow Brick Road Project is a charitable foundation whose mission is to fund research to identify, understand, treat, and ultimately cure those impacted by HNRNPH2 Related Disorder. We do this by: • Funding research to understand and treat HNRNPH2 Related Disorder • Funding initiatives to raise awareness and identify more individuals with HNRNPH2 Related Disorder; and • Connecting families impacted by HNRNPH2 Related Disorder in order to contribute to the understanding of the Fordisorder.moreinformation, visit ybrp.org Quest for a Cure Golf Tournament
By Jo Peek, Resident courtesy
of Yellow Brick Road Project Quest for a Cure Golf Tournament (Supporting Research in HNRNPH2 Disorders)
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Garnish: 1 cup strawberries (cut in half), and 2 kiwis (peeled, sliced lengthwise into quarters)
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Serves 6+ • 8 pineapple slices, thinly sliced* • 2 cups blueberries • 1 cup blackberries • 1 cup red raspberries • ½ cup grapes, cut in half • 1 apple, cut into small pieces • 1 pear, cut into small pieces • 1 mandarin orange, peeled, sections separated • 1 ripe mango, peeled, seeded, cut flesh into small pieces •
About Parisa Z. Ambwani: Parisa, a native of Persia who moved to Blackhawk in 1983, has a BA in Fine Arts. Deeply influenced by her mother’s cooking, she has spent three decades writing cookbooks and pairing food with her poetry, philosophy, herbs and spices, and herbal teas. Parisa’s unique cookbooks are known for their merging of useful culinary information with a clear understanding of the relationship with other human beings and with the universe. She has followed this recipe to write and photograph seven books and over 1000 recipes that weave her beliefs into caring words on how to live life to the fullest. Learn more by visiting her website, enlightenedrecipes.com. the kitchen
Place pineapple slices in the middle of salad dish. With a small knife cut through all eight slices, dividing each slice into 5 sections. Gently mix remaining fruits (blueberries, blackberries, red raspberries, grapes, apple, pear, mandarin orange, and mango). Mound fruits around pineapple to help secure it in place. Garnish with cut strawberries and kiwi. This is a lovely and colorful *Trimsalad. off top and the bottom of pineapple. Peel, core, and cut into 8 sections (about 1/2-inch thick each).
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Summer Fruit Salad
By Parisa Z. Ambwani, Resident since 1983
There are a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables available during the summer months. Enjoying their nutrients in a balanced diet is Mother Nature’s way of refreshing our inner world (body, mind, and spirit) and aligns us with Nature’s peaceful life energy.
Holistic Journey: Try emptying your mind of negative thoughts by taking refuge in God. The creation and regeneration of positive thinking will bear the fruits of self-esteem without selfishness. Parisa Z. Ambwani---------All rights reserved www.enlightenedrecipes.com
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By David Tom, Resident Since 1990
Cars
The Loma Prieta Region of the Porsche Club of America (“LPR”) cruised into Blackhawk Plaza on February 27, 2022. The LPR, based in Santa Cruz County and the South Bay, began their day with an early morning road trip to the Blackhawk Museum. While these Porsche enthusiasts certainly enjoy the camaraderie of a road trip, they have a full slate of other activities such as autocross, technical sessions, rallies, social events and fundraisers. Sound like an exciting group? Well, the LPR has been going strong for over 50 years, has over 500 members and is known as the “Good Times Region.” But it is not just fun and games. The LPR has twice been recognized by the PCA as the “Region of the Year.” One last thought, while Porsche has expanded its lineup beyond two-door sports cars to include four-door sedans, SUVs and EVs, you will notice that I have elected to showcase the iconic 911.
David Tom: I have lived in Danville for 30 years. I retired from the corporate tax world and now pursue a variety of projects that interest me. I have always loved cars and look forward to sharing them with you. and
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The Loma Prieta Region of the Porsche Club of America
You can experience these brand new Breitling collections at the Padis Napa location nestled among First Street’s fantastic restaurants, luxury shopping and tasting rooms, and just down the street from Oxbow Public Market located within the Hotel Andaz. The Napa Padis location at 1400 First Street features an enormous selection of sought-after brand names like Tacori and Breitling, as well as one of California’s largest collections of Verragio and Forevermark diamonds, which are ethically-sourced and traced from mine to finger.
Today, Breitling is releasing new SuperOcean models that are inspired by the company’s designs from the ‘60s, particularly the SuperOcean Slow Motion. This original model used a modified Venus 188 movement that propelled a chronograph hand around the dial once an hour. This hand could be read against a 60-minute indicator to track elapsed time. It was hard to tell if the chronograph was running at a glance, so an indicator was placed at six o’clock that let the wearer know if it was running or not.
The partnership of the Breitling Bar and Padis Tasting Lounge provides a relaxing environment to experience some of the newest re-launched Breitling collections, the Navitimer and the SuperOcean. You can also browse the extensive collection of brand new Breitling time pieces and learn about Breitling history all within the Overspace.the last few years, Breitling has invested a tremendous amount of resources into establishing its connection with aviation and re-launching some of its most iconic watches. The Navitimer is one of Breitling’s most celebrated designs. Willy Breitling dreamed up the watch in the early ‘50s to directly aid pilots in the cockpit. He called it the Navigation Timer, or “Navitimer.” The watch featured a rotating slide rule on the bezel that worked in conjunction with the chronograph to make cockpit calculations easier. The Breitling Navitimer became commonplace with the aviation set. It was considered a worthy tool. With this new Navitimer collection, Breitling is throwing the doors open to anyone. Since the slide rule in the cockpit is part of aviation days of the past, this Navitimer is attractive to folks who have never handled an airplane’s stick and rudder before. It’s less serious and more focused on fun in 2022. In the mid-1950’s, Breitling started producing dive watches alongside their aviation line, called the SuperOcean. Production has steadily continued since then, with the SuperOcean becoming a big part of Breitling’s identity. The design of the SuperOcean line has evolved
Watches & Wine: A Breitling Bar in Napa is the Perfect Way to Experience the Brand’s Newest Releases Over a Glass of Fine Wine!
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By Steve Padis, Padis Jewelry and the Forevermark Boutique at Broadway Plaza over time, with designs that are completely contemporary, as well as modern designs that intentionally call to mind the models of yore.
The Padis Jewelry Breitling Bar and Tasting Room in downtown Napa is quickly becoming the ideal destination for a weekend trip. By pairing the experience of Swiss timepieces, fine jewelry and wine tasting, there is a little something for everyone!
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The new SuperOcean doesn’t feature the chronograph complication from the original – but they do borrow the thick minute track and boxy minute hand from the SuperOcean Slow Motion. They also stay true to the original by not including a date window. These design decisions create a diver that’s balanced and simple, while also boasting a distinct visual character that isn’t derivative in the least. Inside is the Breitling Caliber 17 in a no-frills timeonly configuration. While Breitling doesn’t usually focus on their dive watch heritage, the new SuperOcean proves that when they do, they do it right.
Our teams at Padis Jewelry Walnut Creek, San Francisco or Napa are happy to assist you in any way and deliver your selections via our concierge service. Don’t hesitate to visit us at one of our commission-free shopping environments, or contact at 415-861-5388 or concierge@ padisjewelry.com if we can be of assistance!
When it comes to the new SuperOcean, Breitling tapped their ambassador Kelly Slater. In the collection there’s a 1,000-piece limited edition “Kelly Slater” model in 42mm. Slater explains that this collection is extra sentimental for him as “it’s inspired by my late father, who had a watch with an orange face that he used to wear surfing for as long as I can remember.”
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