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The Volunteers Of Rio Vista Community Services Are Busy Helping Those In Our Area Who Are In Need Of Help
Rio Vista Community Services, whose mission is to provide food and services to the low-income individuals, families, and the homeless in the Rio Vista area, has concluded its food distribution for the 2010 holiday season. The program has continued to grow each year. In 2008, the Food Distribution Program helped 2,199 families and 5,913 individuals.
In 2009, Rio Vista Community services helped 4,445 Families and 11,869 individuals. In the year just concluded, 2010, 4,931 families and 13,457 individuals were helped. The totals just for December of 2010 were 560 families and 1,740 individuals. Of that total, 162 families and 492 individuals were from out of the county. At the holiday food distri-
bution held on Monday December 20, 2010, volunteers assembled 500 bags of food for those in need. The distribution included a frozen turkey or ham or baking chicken, fresh vegetables, and all the fixings needed for a Christmas meal. This is along with the regular Senior Food Bank deliveries. The Senior Food Bank Program delivers food to
Books Rio V Celebrates Second Anniversary Books Rio V will celebrate its second anniversary this month. The store opened at a temporary location on Montezuma Street in Rio Vista on January 2, 2009, and moved to its present address (207-A Main) that April.
Sue Conklin, who owns the store with her husband, Hale, says she had no retail experience at all before starting out on this venture. Although she had been a professor of Business Administration for more than thirty
years before moving to Rio Vista, her work and consulting experience was primarily with government agencies and corporations. But Hale says, “Sue always claimed she couldn’t live without a nearby used-book store,�
low- income seniors on the first and third Mondays of each month. Our volunteers pick up donated food from as far away as Fairfield and segregate it by category, frozen, fresh, and canned/ packaged. Next, the volunteers make up bags of food for each individual or family. For the Christmas distribution, to make it go faster, the so sometime after the Conklins moved to Rio Vista she began to explore the possibilities. Originally, she assumed she would be making trips to San Francisco and Berkeley to buy books for the store. But, she explains “Rio Vistans read such a variety of good things� that she now gets
volunteers signed in the clients, determined the size of each family, and brought the food bags to them so that they did not have to leave their cars. Rio Vista Community Services is very active in the local community. We help provide qualifying families with other services and referrals. These services include case management, emergency shelter, utility assistance and transportation. Rio Vista Community Services also provides space for Healthy Partnerships (providing State Licensed DUI Programs, Outpatient Counseling and Re-entry Services), a family counselor, State Mental and Health services, Section 8 housing, Food Stamp assistance and English as a Second
Language instruction by the local library. Rio Vista Community Services will continue to grow and expand the range of its services to the many low-income individuals and families in the Rio Vista area, through the hard work of some 56 volunteers who provide over 500 hours of assistance every month. All funds received by Rio Vista Community Services are put back into the community. If you would like to contribute or volunteer with Rio Vista Community Services, please call 707-374-5706. Thank you for your support! Derek Jones, Treasurer Rio Vista Community Services
The world is hugged by the faithful arms of volunteers. ~Terri Guillemets virtually all of her stock through trade credit from local residents and visiting RVers and boaters. Books Rio V will commemorate the anniver-
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There are pros and cons to any medicine. We have all laughed about the ads on television that tell you that you can take something for gas but it may make your teeth fall out, make you go blind or turn your hair grey. Well something like that. The point is that all drugs have good and bad things about them and weighing the risks against the benefits is something you should go over with your doctor and/or pharmacist. Several years ago, my mom had a minor stroke. Thank goodness it left no permanent symptoms and she is fine. Her doctor has her on 81 mg. of aspirin a day to help prevent another stroke due to clotting. He monitors her for any side effects such as possible internal bleeding
bags, socks, t-shirts nightshirts and mugs. Laurel burch 30% off runs Jan 4-jan 18. Jan 19th-feb 1st 30% off featured designer will be seabreeze a made in California manufacturer. Feb 1st –feb 15th 30% off featured designer will be get lucky a florida made in america designer and manufacturer. Get lucky offers
lots of bling for valentines day. Feb 16th –march 1st feature designer will be jess n jane a made in Californa manufacturer. Judy’s has always tried to provide a selection of made in america items in her store and hopes to continue finding new american designers.
and before she had surgery he briefly took her off for the same reason, bleeding. Aspirin is a blood thinner. I’ve read numerous articles and reports about low dose aspirin and the consensus of opinion is that men over 40 and woman over 65 who have any heart issues due to possible clotting are good candidates for a low dosage aspirin regiment. The numbers are approximately 25-30 percent reduction in heart attacks or strokes. Again, this is something your doctor should advise you on, but if you have had a heart attack, bypass surgery, a stroke, angina or type two diabetes you could benefit from one daily aspirin. Researchers also have shown a link from aspirin to reduction of Alzheimer’s and some forms of cancer. Chewing a standard dose aspirin at the first sign of chest pain can stop an impending heart attack. Obviously it is imperative to call 911 if you are by yourself or have someone that is with you call right away but in the meantime that aspirin can save your life. The aspirin can stop a clot from getting bigger which is the cause of the attack most of the time. There is a product called Fasprin which dissolves in the mouth for quicker action. People
who have asthma are urged to talk to their doctor before starting any aspirin therapy. The studies show it can aggravate it and possible make it worse. The biggest side affect is the stomach or gastrointestinal bleeding so again, it is best to talk to the doctor who knows you best and let him or her guide you on the possibility and advantages of aspirin therapy. Everyday I thank God for my mom and our relationship. I try to keep myself well informed so that I can help keep her safe, healthy and happy. I share what I learn with you as well so that you are all safe and healthy too. Mom doesn’t use a computer. The “net” to her is something she wears on her hair to sleep and surfing is something that The Beach Boys did. I promise to keep “surfing the net” for her and for you. As for those commercials and their warnings, I’ll keep laughing as I check with an expert before swallowing any of that! Stay healthy, Marla Luckhardt Sr. Advocate, Med ID Marla2054@aol.com
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RIO VISTA AND SURROUNDING LIBRARIES CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARY OF EIGHTH OF A PENNY A fraction of a penny, 1/8thof a cent to be exact, is a make or break element for libraries in Solano struggling to balance their budgets. For Solano County Library, the system that operates libraries in Fairfield, Vacaville, Vallejo, Suisun City and Rio Vista, an eighth of a cent sales tax, dedicated exclusively to libraries makes up approximately 25% of its annual budget. Throughout January, the Library celebrates the anniversary of that eighth of a penny boost and the community that passed it by over a 68% majority. The sales tax will sunset in 2014 if it is not renewed. Before 1999, like many library systems in the state, Solano County Library had been on a downward spiral for a number of years, slashing budgets for books and materials, and cutting hours. “We were facing the difficult necessity of closing branches and cutting hours even further,” explains Bonnie Katz, Director of Library Services, who at the time was the Assistant Director of Library Services. The decline in service
was a result of the State of California shifting local property tax dollars, the Library’s main source of funding, away from local government. Shelves were empty, carpets were threadbare, and Library branches were closed many mornings, many evenings and every Friday. Only two were open on Sundays. “It was a difficult time for our customers. They were clearly disappointed when they arrived needing the library, only to find that we were closed,” remembers Katz. In 1998, voters were promised more books, more hours, and more programs for children and youth in return for taxing themselves an extra 1/8thof a cent. Since then hours have almost doubled, with new libraries in Vacaville, Fairfield, and in Suisun City, the first joint public/school library in Solano County. Before the sales tax, the Library’s annual budget for books and other materials was $432,000, this past year is was close to the 2 million mark. “We know that almost half of the people in Solano County have moved here since 1998 and have not experienced
their library with a budget as constrained as it was at that time. The current downturn has trimmed our programs and materials budget but we know people rely on their Library’s books, movies and proprietary databases,” said Katz. Programs for children also continue, storytimes are held five days a week and special events are funded with the help of the Friends of the Library, a group of volunteers who sell donated books. The Solano County Library Foundation supports Reach Out and Read, a literacy program for health clinics and Solano Kids Read, a partnership between Solano schools and visiting authors. The Library also relies on a robust volunteer program. Over 500 volunteers contribute to the Library, with assignments as varied as adult literacy tutors, computer trainers and lawyers who donate their time to give legal advice. The current economic downturn has made it increasingly challenging to keep the promises that were made in 1998, but the commitment continues to be met. “No one could have predicted the extent of the
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financial crisis we all face. We know that now more than ever, people need their libraries, last year over two million people walked through our doors. We are working hard to keep the doors to the libraries open,” said Katz. Promises Made Promises Kept Celebration Events are sponsored by the Friends of the Library. As with all library programs, admission is free: FairfieldCivic Center Library Leo Cavanaugh Trio plays Duke Ellington-Monday, January 3, 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. Promises Crafts for Kids ages 5-12-Thursdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. FairfieldCordelia Library Argentine Tango-Saturday, January 22 at 2 p.m. The Hipwaders-Saturday, January 8 at 11 a.m. John F. Kennedy Library, Vallejo Leo Cavanaugh Trio Plays Duke EllingtonMonday, January 3, 11 a.m.– 1 p.m. Step Up Music-Saturday, January 8 at 2 p.m. Rio Vista Library Wii for All Ages- Saturday, January 8, All Day Suisun CityLibrary: USAF Band of the Golden West-Thursday, January 13 at 6:30 p.m. Fratello Marionettes-Thursday, January 20 at 6:30 p.m.
Real Life Tales of a Bounty Hunter-Thursday, January 27 at 7 p.m. VacavillePublic Library-Cultural Center: Magic of Argentine TangoThursday, January 13 at 7 p.m. Puppet Art Theater
“Three Billy Goats Gruff”Wednesday, January 12 at 4 p.m. Vacaville Public Library-Town Square: Magician Timothy JamesThursday, January 20 at 4 p.m.
Yogurt Shop Celebrates 1st Anniversary Hello My Name is Yogurt will be celebrating their 1st Anniversary on Saturday January 15. With a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 2:00 pm. Leading up to the Celebration each time you buy a yogurt between January 3-January 16, you will be entered to win a drawing for an APPLEiPod NANO, 8GB. There will also be drawings throughout the day on the 15 for prizes provided by local businesses. This business venture started about 16 months in September 2009 when Samantha and Nick Maurer and Jackie and Jared Jenkins were down in Southern California enjoying a yogurt. It was then that the four of them were wondering why there was not a yogurt shop in Rio Vista. They put their heads together and came up with the name; Hello My Name is Yogurt and decided when they got back to town that they would work on a plan to open a shop. Now they are celebrating their one year anniversary. Samantha and Jackie operate the business
the most, while Jared works at the shop when he comes home from college break and Nick is getting ready to start college. They have also hired many Rio Vista residents, most of them being high school kids. Not only did they open a business that was needed in town, they also created jobs. The Yogurt shop is self-serve with a variety of flavors. They also give back to the community through many fundraisers that they have had. A percent of the profits are given back to the organizations they are helping out. Currently Mr. Pace the art teacher at Rio Vista High School has a skateboard art display from his classes on display at the shop. Come on over and look at the art, enjoy a yogurt and pick up the rules for the drawing. Hello My Name is Yogurt is open Mon-Sat 12 -9 pm and Sun 4-9 pm and are located at 26 N. Second St. Don’t’ forget the 15th. The drawing will be held January 16 at 8:45 p.m. Need not be present to win. Good luck too all
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Bridge Over Troubled Waters by: Pastor Ella Ray Toscano
As we begin a new year we think of making changes. We want to save more money exercise more eat right and answer all the calls and letters we receive on time. There are so many things that we can change and there are many things we wish we could change . As I was reading the Fairfield newspaper this weekend I was reminded of all the changes that have occurred within the last few years especially in family values. Among the births that were listed five were born of single mothers. Seventeen had parents with different last names. Eight were born with parents with the same last name. The family unit is changing making it difficult for families who are Christian. The Bible is a family unit. All of the words are related to one another with God as the head. When families did not follow the way of the Lord there were consequences. Of course we live in the now and not the then but the basic principles of commitment, love and respect for God and one another do not change. Across from the list of births was an article of how many people were
buying on line ordinations so they can perform weddings legally. This has always been the case. I had a friend who owned a campground in Big Sur who bought himself a license for $25.00 so he could officiate for weddings. Being a person of faith is totally non relevant. Marriage is classified as a sacrament in many churches right along with communion and baptism. Sacrament means sacred. The moments for being sacred seem to be getting scarce. I have been to weddings where the officiate was an internet minister. Some have been interesting some have been embarrassing but none I have witnessed have been sacred. So often we hear the expression, “Is nothing sacred anymore?” Observing how people are living their lives I see very little of sacred. Listening and watching “Lady Goo Goo” reflects the lack of sacredness of being a woman. Changes in the way movies portray relationships has totally removed sacred from intimacy. The meaning of sacred is to set apart…making something special. It means something set
apart from the common and profane. It also means dedicated, consecrated and devoted having the highest respect and reverence for someone or something.Christians who believe in living Holy lives understand that all of life is sacred. Having a new year in which to give God the glory is sacred. Having a child is sacred. Being joined in matrimony is sacred. Accepting Christ as King of our life is sacred. Those who serve in places of harm so that others can be safe are performing a sacred duty. Our freedom as Americans is sacred. The quiet moments in church are sacred. Being active in the family of God is a sacred privilege. Church should be the place where one can experience the sacred. If it is not then it has fallen asleep. Christians need to savor the sacred. Wake up to 2011 and let God turn the sacrilege into something sacred and beautiful. Nothing is impossible when we put our trust in God. The birth of Jesus was sacred. When he is born again in us we are promised sacred moments. The enemy wants to destroy all that is sacred and we need to be awake to the sacred stealer! Change is only possible when we return to those things which are sacred. We all know what they are. If a reminder is needed, spend some time reading the Bible. It is a sacred book!
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INSPECT WHAT YOU EXPECT Q. On my home purchase, I waived all inspections except for a pest inspection. I went through the home and talked with the owner (the home was fully furnished), and he walked with me through the home while I looked it over. The owner distracted me, but I did have questions which he answered. Now that we have moved in, we have discovered two windows with cracks, and wood
rotted window sills on the same two windows. The owner refuses to pay for the $1200 in repairs. Isn’t he liable? B.G. Isleton A. The pest inspector is licensed to identify termites and other wood boring bugs, wood fungus, wood rot, and water leaks; but is also human. If an inspection oversight was made, I’m confident the pest company will make good the repairs at no charge on the rotted sills. Now, as to the two cracked windows; since you waived further inspections but did
not notice the window cracks, you will have to prove in court that the seller intentionally withheld information about the windows to defraud you for monetary gain. A crack in a dual pane window will cause the gas charge to leak and allow the window to “frost” between the plates and gather moisture which could run down on the sill and cause rot. If this was not visually evident to you, it could be reasonable to assume that the seller missed it as well. In that case, it would be hard to prove seller liability. My approach would be mediation for a compromise, perhaps a split on cost of repairs. Yours is a classic example of why a professional home inspection should be done prior to contingency removal. The seller could look at a
buyer’s inspection report and still refuse to pay for broken items, but at least you would know what is right and wrong with the home. If you are not a contractor or don’t inspect homes for a living, you have absolutely no business doing your own inspections. Q. When we purchased, our home was in such good condition that we decided to save the cost of a home inspection (the pest inspection came back clear, no problems). We pulled a permit to add on, and have discovered electrical problems that will have to be brought up to code at a cost of several thousand dollars. Do we have recourse? D.M. Rio Vista A. Not likely, especially if the issue is based on new code. If the seller transferred the home to you with known faulty or
non operational wiring and that could be proved, perhaps you could collect. When a permit is taken for construction, plumbing and electric become part of the permit issue. Since codes are constantly being changed and upgraded for safety reasons, you could get caught bringing any part of the house systems affected by the construction up to current code. That may also include insulation, concrete work, foundations, and so on. If you had contracted a home inspection, out of code items in the home would have been identified. They don’t have to be changed necessarily, but if you pull a permit, out of date systems are open to be mandated for upgrade.
Page 5 Example, I’ve sold 100 year old homes that have the original knob and tube wiring, which, by the way, was good wiring and is still working nicely. This type of wiring can’t be adapted to current GFI standards. The buyer is warned by the inspector that if any construction work is done, the entire home may have to be rewired. Get a home inspection before you buy, the cost is insignificant in relation to the cost of the home. Confused about what to do? Call and we may be able to help: 707-3746491. Or visit:www.richards-realestate.com
TWAIN’S FEAST - A POTLUCK AND AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING CO- SPONSORED BY SLOW FOOD SOLANO AND SOLANO LAND TRUST SUNDAY, JANUARY 30 Slow Food Solano and Solano Land Trust are co-sponsoring a potluck on Sunday, January 30 from 12 noon - 3 PM at Rush Ranch in Suisun that will feature author Andrew Beahrs discuss-
ing and signing his highly acclaimed book Twain’s Feast. Also on the program will be a brief recap of Terra Madre 2010 by Ruth Begell, Convivium Leader for Slow Food Solano and delegate to Terra Madre. The event is
a fundraiser in support of Slow Food Solano’s school gardens project and Solano Land Trust’s work in preserving agricultural lands and open space. To join in the feast, bring a dish from Mark Twain’s
list of American foods he included on his 1879 fantasy menu that he dreamt about after spending more than a year in Europe eating food he detested. (The complete list is included at the end of this release and
The First Congregational Church is not a denomination it is an Association. It is part of an Association with the Congregational Churches throughout the United States called the National Association of Congregational Christian Churches.We are a local independent church. Start the New Year with God. Find a church and worship locally...saves on the gas! If you do not have a home church the doors are always open at 230 Sacramento Street.
Happy New You! Attend church and be renewed in Spirit. Our worship is at 11:A.M. Children’s Church is at 11:15. Bible studies and Choir practice resume January 2 Dr. Ted Schulz will give an informative presentation on how to prepare for econmic challenges. He will give his presentation January 9 at 4P.M. in the Lena Emigh Creative Arts Center.Call the church for more information. All of the community is invited.
on Slow Food Solano‘s website www.slowfoodsolano.org.) Attendees will also need to bring their own table service (plates, flatware, glasses and placemats) and their preferred beverage. A $15 donation at the door is suggested. Because the space is limited, you can secure your place at the table by emailing begells@aol.com and list the dish you will bring. In writing Twain’s Feast Beahrs chose eight of the forgotten regional specialties from Twain’s fantasy menu and set out to discover whether the author’s favorite foods could still be found on American tables. During his research, Beahrs found that Twain’s menu was also a memoir and a map. “The dishes that Twain yearned for were all intimately connected to cherished moments in his life - from the New Orleans croakers he loved as a young man on the Mississippi to the maple syrup he savored in Connecticut with his family, and during his final lonely years.” “Tracking Twain’s food leads Beahrs from the dwindling prairie of rural Illinois to a six-hundredpound coon supper in Arkansas to the biggest native oyster reef in SanFrancisco Bay. He finds pockets of the country where Twain’s favorite foods still exist, or where intrepid farmers, fishermen, and conservationists are trying to bring them back.In Twain’s Feast, he reminds us of what we’ve lost as these wild foods have disappeared from our tables,
and of what we stand to gain from their return.” In addition to advance praise the book received from food world luminaries like Marion Nestle (“What a gift this is!”), Novella Carpenter (“Beahr’s attention to detail had my mouth watering for a Tahoe trout cooked over a campfire…”), and Molly Wizenberg (“..a brilliant book: elegant, insightful, and funny, part history and part hungry-making.”)the New York Times included Twain‘s Feast in its list of best food books of 2010. Andrew Beahrs is the author of two novels and his work has appeared in a wide variety of magazines and periodicals including: New York Times, Gastronomica, and Food History News. He lives in Northern California with his family. Included below are the eighty American foods, as listed by Twain, which he said “he wanted served at a ‘modest, private affair,’ all to himself, the moment he stepped off his steamer:” Radishes. Baked apples, with cream Fried oysters; stewed oysters. Frogs. American coffee, with real cream. American butter. Fried chicken, Southern style.Porter-house steak. Saratoga potatoes.Broiled chicken, American style. Hot biscuits, Southern style. Hot wheat-bread, Southern style. Hot buckwheat cakes. American toast. Clear maple syrup. Virginia bacon, broiled. Blue points, on the half shell.Cherry-stone clams. San Francisco mussels, steamed.Oyster soup. Clam soup. Philadelphia Terrapin soup.Bacon and greens, Southern style.
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All who seek Christ are welcome. We meet at 218 California Street, Community outreach is a priority of this church.
Holy Eucharist Every Sunday at 10:30 a.m. with refreshments following. Evening Prayer service is 1st Tuesday at 7 p.m. (707) 374-2667
RAMS HONOR ROLL RIO VISTA HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLL First Quarter REPORT 2010-2011 PRINCIPAL’S HONOR ROLL (4.0 GPA OR ABOVE) FRESHMEN Caroline Schultz Alexandra Correia Rebekah Kinser Emily Zepeda
MERRY FITNESS AND A HEALTHY NEW YEAR!
SOPHOMORES Hannah Dumas Kara Hawkins Shelby Sanders
Houston Groves Dennis Higgs Katharine Merkley Spencer Upham Noemi Garcia Adrian Soares Lake Woods Christopher Allen Jorie Marinucci Kaitlin Martinez Brandon Summitt
JUNIORS Chorleheang Page 1 of 1Chres Dylan Coughran John Cronin Nancy Galeno Brittany Mathat Mayra Roman Brenda Casillas Sulema Casillas Darrick Lor Dante Ruiz Julia Gamaza Robert Higgs Christian Oropeza
SENIORS Salvador Antunez Monica Bejarano Emily Cummings Courtney Dovichi Marcos Mireles Natasha Mitchell Samantha Ralston Jenny Zaragoza Cassandra Ames Emily Elliott Phillip Channell Jenna Seeley
SENIORS Marissa Lopez Brianna Duncan Katherine Schults Siobhan Tiulentino Nicholas Maurer Jacqueline Robinson Baillie Arnett Victorya Curcuro Celina Haro Erick Heaney Jose Jimenez Mariah Myers
Eat, Drink and Be Merry This Holiday Season! And Then… Come and See Us! Sign-up before January 7th and recieve a FREE
HONOR ROLL (3.00 TO 3.49 GPA) FRESHMEN Madison Myers Kayla Oglesby Alyssa Schneider Deven Davis Eric Del Aguila Chace Marlowe Maria Silva Federick Alvarez Sara Grench Alexa Martinez Melanie Oakes Kimberly Ralston Brianna Chopus Addison Johnson David McKellar Danin Sibert Jose Torres Guillermo Villalpando Mercedes Zepeda
(3.50 TO 3.99 GPA) Freshmen Jared Awender Dylan Coito Hannah Cronin Lily Roberts Jemaine Tilson Jamie Campbell Moe Mercedes Dillman Olivia Cazares Christina Curiel Christina Rutledge Savana Silva
30 minute massage with Amandarae!
SOPHOMORES Hannah Blankenship Autumn Christenson Ryan Katsuki Samantha Maurer Savanna Sanders Atalie Brown Colden Vaughan
SOPHOMORES Cierra Carnduff Kimberly Guggemos Philip Branton Bryan Donohue Mauricio Mendoza Catalina Martinez James Knapp Marissa Overton Darrien Srimongkol
JUNIORS Chase Bender
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In our private & shared rooms 12/26/2010 docs.google.com/viewer?attid=0.1&pid=gmail&thid=12d238921aedd481&url=htt... Montoring & observation to update families Highly trained, certifies CPR, health & Safety, fingerprinted staff Free non obligated assessment Fresh home cooked nutritional snacks & meals Conducts regular social fun and recreational Activates in or outside home Medication management Continence management Daily living assistance Respite living assistance
Golden Star Home In our Home Environment we provide 24 hours 7 days, personalized care
672 Rubier Way, Rio Vista 707-374-4097 Mention This Ad And Receive 5% Off 3 months rent.
Hospice care Dementia/Alzheimer’s care Ambulatory & non ambulatory, Lic # 486801846
Lucy’s Cafe
Homemade Italian Cuisine January Specials Sunday-
Served Sunday-Thursday 4:00-8:00 PM
Gnocchi with Quattro Formaggi ( Potato Dumplings w 4 cheeses ) $9.95
Monday-
Mexican Cuisine Different Every Week...$8.95
Tuesday-
Chicken a la fungo (Chicken Breast w/Cream Sauce) Sautéed vegetables & Spaghetti Pasta..$10.95
Wednesday-
Linguine Al pesto with Sun Dried Tomatoes & Feta Cheese....$9.95
Thursday-
Baby Back Pork Ribs With French Fries...$9.95 Soup or salad $1 more, No Discounts on Specials
Breakfast * Lunch * Dinner
95 Main Street, Rio Vista CA
707-374-3939
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SENIORS Kalee Severs Miles Nordyke Martin Tejeda Trevor Baumann Alex Adkins Nancy Corona Cheyenne Dana Mercedes Dockery Francisco Ornelas Sean Patterson Sheila-Rae Peters Jessica Rodriguez Silvia Saavedra Felipe Tejeda Garcia Jacob Vaughan Jenesy Alvarez Maribel Magana Jazmine Masinas Gregor Mernyi Kemari Rollerson Sierra Thompson Annice Felice Roxana Gomez April Hibma Timothy Maghoney Nathan Nash Joshua Patterson Alma Romero
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LET’S PLAY BALL It’s that time of year – yes the holidays are upon us but we mean baseball sign up time!! Rio Vista Little League will be taking signups on the following dates at Rio Vista Pizza Factory. Wednesday, January 5th between 4PM-7PM Wednesday, January 12th between 5PM-8PM
ary 22nd $15 additional per child after February 7th
• Bonus Coupons • Special Offers • Photos • Guestbook • & Much More!
Please bring your child(s) birth certificate to registration. Please contact Lena Alvarez at 707-3333352 with any questions.
Registration will be available online on Thursday, December 16th at the team website is http:// www.eteamz.com/riovistalittleleague/ - follow the registration prompts. Pricing is as follows: T-Ball (co-ed) – ages 4-7 $30 Minors/Majors (baseball/softball) – ages 8-12 - $75 Babe Ruth/Ponytail – ages 13-15 - $155 Second child discount $10; additional children $5 per child $10 additional per child paid after Janu-
NEED A “ROLL UP THE SLEEVES” “HANDS ON” “RENAISSANCE STYLE” CONTRACTOR?
$4.95 Friday Lunch Specials Served 11 - 2:00 No To-Go Orders
An Ounce of Prevention
You wouldn’t drive your car 50,000 miles without an oil change and a tuneup, so why have you waited five years to have your mouth examined and your teeth cleaned? At Dentistry of the Delta, our aim is to restore your mouth to a healthy state so you will look and feel your best! A healthy mouth is an important part of a healthy you, and an attractive smile is one of your keys to success! Regular visits to your dentist will help you avoid unwanted pain and costly repairs.
So, to look better, feel better, and save money, call our office today!
Dentistry of the Delta
Jan. 14th Foster’s Fish & Chips - lunch size Bobby Flay’s Country Captain Chicken Jan. 21st Foster’s Meat Loaf w/ Mashed Potatoes Grilled Turkey Burger w/ Potato Salad Jan. 28th Winter White Beans w/ Grilled Sausage Foster’s Famous “Hot Brown” Sandwich
Cairo’s
Handyman Services
Lic. No. 0001967 landscaping Maintenance Household Handyman Custom Sheds Expert Carpentry Fencing Kitchen & Bath Repairs Gutters Cleaned & Repairs Interior Paint / Repairs Cleaning & Hauling
“Need Help Around the Home”
Installations
(707) 374-6863
139 A Bruning Avenue, Rio Vista www.dentistryofthedelta.com
Jan. 7th Ham Steak w/ Garlic Mashed Potatoes Calamari Strips w/ Chips
(707) 718 1202 Cell or (707) 374-2070 Bus Dr. Mel Pearson
E-mail: cairoraul@hotmail.com
STEVE WENDLING CONSTRUCTION REMODEL & REPAIRS PHONE - 707-374-6693 LICENSE #914545
LET ME WORK ON YOUR HOUSE SO I DON’T HAVE TO WORK ON MINE!
Delta Pharmacy & Gifts Filling all of your pharmaceutical needs and so much more. No need to travel out of town for that unique gift for a special someone. Stop by today and see our wide selection of gift items that are perfect for any holiday. We feature a staff that places customer service at the top of the list. We’ll even wrap a gift you purchase at our store FREE! So, shop Delta Pharmacy & Gifts!!!
Free Gift Wrap
with minimum purchase Sale items excluded 407 Main Street, Rio Vista CA 707-374-5135 Hours: Mon-Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday-Closed
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