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Black Magic: Muddled blackberry puree with St. Germain, blackberry vodka, and fresh basil. ___ Pear and Walnut Salad: Topped with blue cheese. (above) ___ Restaurant owners: Sarah and Marcello Nolivo own and operate the Club Car. 6
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the Club Car in Downtown Auburn has offered a unique dining and entertainment experience all wrapped up into one. Club Car owner, Sarah Nolivo ventured out west to California from New York to pursue her dream of owning her own business. Nolivo spent 15 years learning the ins and outs of restaurant ownership, both in the front as a server, and in the back office picking up as much managerial experience as she could. Continued on page 8 ››
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The perfect opportunity presented itself to Sarah that ultimately led her into owning Club Car, formerly the Smoke Shop. “It was one of those chances that I couldn’t pass up,” Nolivo said. The Smoke Shop occupied that space for decades until it closed its doors in 2000. Sarah’s vision was different than what was originally there; white walls and lighted beer signs were replaced with Nolivo’s decorating tastes that mimicked her New York background with a lounge atmosphere setting.
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Three years after the Club Car opened, it won a liquor license from the lottery that changed everything. It was now considered a restaurant, so adding a food menu empowered Sarah’s ownership vision. After working out an agreement with the barbershop next door, The Club Car was able to acquire and expand the bar with a 300-square-foot kitchen. Sarah met the man of her dreams, Marcello Nolivo who became her husband and the driving force in the kitchen with his background in Italian cuisine. Marcello brings several family recipes to the Club Car that he learned as a child in Italy. Patrons come to the restaurant for the mouth-watering secret menu item, classic Cioppino, a savory Italian fish stew with shellfish and tomatoes. Early on at the Club Car, Marcello would make the hushhush dish on occasion for those who knew of it and asked for it, however because of the popularity of the fish stew, the kitchen now stocks all the ingredients for orders and is being added to the menu permanently for everyone to order. Continued on page 10 ›› 8
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Other menu favorites include the satisfying fresh pear and walnut salad topped with blue cheese, palate-pleasing, handcrafted burgers, aromatic linguine and clams, and a toasty grilled Havana sandwich. Marcello created the menu with passion, because he “likes to eat.” The Club Car’s lasagna is made from Marcello’s devotion to Florence roots; each layer of fresh pasta is complimented with sugo (meat sauce) and béchamel sauce, topped with Parmesan cheese. It’s a family recipe that Marcello will one day pass on to the Nolivo children. Beyond the kitchen and bar, lies the stage where music comes alive four nights a week. Many musicians, like local artist, Justin Ancheta or Hannah Jane Kile have graced the stage with their incredible talents. Both performers have become icons in the local music scene and also internationally. Both Ancheta and Kile have performed at California World Festival in Grass Valley, a weekend that features eight stages with music from around the world. Sarah said that this experience has brought on a wealth of new friendships with customers, staff and musicians. “I enjoy the people that I get to see daily, my customers and my staff, and I’ve been lucky enough to call them my friends over the years,” Sarah said.
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Sergio Martignago, of Argentina, comes from an Italian decent. His parents were born in Italy, and decided to make the move to Argentina just after World War II. In 1975 Martignago left his native country and moved to New York, were he learned to cook in a kitchen from family members who ran a resort. “When I came to the United States, my relatives put me to work in the kitchen where I worked for one year, and then once I moved into the front of the restaurant, I never looked back,” Martignago said. He spent the next 30 years in the industry working for others while learning managerial skills and ethics. Sergio married Lena, of the Ukraine, in 2002 in Reno and within a few months the newlyweds with very little money moved to Grass Valley to begin their new life together and open their own restaurant. The couple worked grueling hours to open their intimate dream cafe on Mill Street. They both did all the remodel work themselves, making sure to stay within their budget to open Sergio’s Caffé’s first location. The small establishment sat 30 people and the menu was specific to Italian traditional cuisine. Lena did most of the cooking while Sergio manned the grill out back and managed the front of the restaurant, serving customers and expanding their cafe. 16
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Sergo’s CaffÉ 109 Mill St, Grass Valley (530) 274-2600 www.sergioscaffe.com
They stayed in that same space for more than 10 years until an opportunity of a bigger 1,700-square-foot restaurant became available on Mill Street, just doors away from their first cozy cafe. With several years in the industry, the Martignagos had easily visualized what their new establishment would look like. Expanding on their petite dream cafe was necessary to accommodate the demand of the popularity Sergio’s had become. It also meant that they could expand their menu and staff to accommodate the bigger space. Sergio loves the fact the he is living within walking distance to work. Most days he will walk the five blocks, with an inspirational stroll through Historic Grass Valley to work. His appreciation runs deep for the city he works and lives in. The Martignagos have a strong desire to support other businesses in the small community. Sergio’s features some well-known, national wine brands, however, they also support locally made wines and beers like Sierra Starr Winery and Ol’ Republic Brewery. The bread is just as decadent as the local wine, coming from Grass Valley bakery Dupre’s. Sergio’s menu features authentic dishes made of fresh ingredients including handcrafted pasta like the fettuccine, ravioli, and on occasion, gnocchi. Lena has had a lifelong passion for cooking and creating recipes. Each night she and the chef create three specials such as: A wild fish; featuring sole or sea bass; or a meat option dish that might include a fillet or New York steak, as well as a pasta dish. Customers have grown to love the lunch menu specialty items which include handcrafted soups by Lena, sandwiches made with Dupre’s classic ciabatta bread, or the vibrant crisp Apple Salad with tri-tip over a bed of mixed greens. But the real line out the door exists with their delectable dinner creations. Sergio’s pasta creations are available in gluten-free options — each dish is carefully made to perfection. Other crowd pleasers are Sergio’s special mussels over linguine with a garlic lemon caper sauce, and shrimp and lobster tail over a bed of linguine with freshly made tomato sauce.
Homemade Tiramisu and Cappuccino: Ladyfinger cookies dipped in coffee and amaretto liquor, layered with mascarpone cream and cocoa.
Their guiltless deserts are delicately made daily which are always complimented by velvety cappuccino or espresso. As patrons come in and are seated, both Sergio and Lena make it a point to warmly greet them at their table, making the guests feel at home while they explain their menu and their devotion for cooking Italian cuisine. ◆
Restaurant owners: Sergio and Lena Martignago. ___ Wild Caught Sole: Wild caught sold over Arborio rice sautéed with wild mushrooms, butter, and white wine with fresh French green beans and capers. (opposite, far left) ___ Shrimp and Lobster Special: Shrimp and lobster over fresh made linguine and homemade tomato sauce. (opposite, top right) ___ Risotto Pascatora: Arborio rice sautéed with shrimp, scallops, calamari, clams, mussels, in white wine and fresh tomato. (opposite, lower right)
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Thai restaurant spices up Nevada City Written by Kim Palaferri ▼ Photos by Kim Palaferri
Sopaworm Savedra was born in the eastern part of Thailand,
near the Laos and Cambodian border. Her family worked long hours to provide for her and her siblings. Which meant the children did many of the adult chores like cooking and maintaining the home.
“We had to learn how to survive and when I was 9, I learned how to cook everything from my parents,” Savedra said.
“I worked as a server in a restaurant while I worked in an office. I love to cook, and I wanted to learn as much as I could while I was a server. I learned the hard way, I worked three jobs to make ends meet, and I didn’t 312-316 Commercial St., speak English,” Nevada City Savedra said.
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Savedra came to America in 1979 with a high school diploma and a passion for cooking for family and friends. She and her first husband made their way out west and ultimately settled (530) 470-0101 in Yuba City, where she worked for Yuba County and then www.sopathai.net Savedra opened Social Security Administration as an eligibility agent for 15 Sopa Thai Cuisine years. Because of her bilingual experience, she was a translator In Yuba City in for English, Thai and Laos. 2003 where it beSavedra had to work multiple jobs to help make ends meet came an instant success. Several of her customers came from while she attended classes at Yuba Community College to Nevada City and had asked her to consider opening a second learn English. location in downtown. 18
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Pumpkin Curry Delight with Chicken: Kabocha pumpkin in red curry sauce with coconut milk, bamboo shoots, bell pepper and Thai basil. (above) ___ Fresh Spring Rolls with Tofu: Stuffed with tofu or chicken, and fresh vegetables, mint leaves, cilantro, and rice noodles served with a sweet tangly sauce and peanuts. (opposite) ___ Restaurant owner: Sopaworm Savedra.
In 2006, her daughter brought her over to Nevada City to explore a new restaurant location; she immediately fell in love with the area. It wasn’t long until Sopa Thai Cuisine in Nevada City was opened. Savedra felt blessed to be welcomed into the historic district almost instantly.
Creating meals not only takes a skilled cutting craft, but it’s also about placement on the plate. Thai food is not just artistic, it is a palate of flavors. I know my recipes because I created them, I can tell if there is a subtle change. I am very lucky, my chef knows my taste and he makes recipes specific to it.
“I am half Thai and it means so much to me that customers can come here and I can share that part of me with them” Martin said. He has managed the restaurant for the past 13 years, but said he really hasn’t felt like the owner until six years ago. Owning the restaurant has become his pot of gold because of his shift in attitude and gratitude towards his patrons. His work ethics are paying off and Martin feels blessed to be in his position at Sopa.
In July 2016, Sopa Thai Nevada City will celebrate their 10-year anniversary with a traditional Thai celebration that includes traditional dances, food and celebrations. Each meal will be $10 in honor of their 10 years of proprietorship.
Martin has managed the restaurant since he was 22, and said his intentions were not just to make money, but to give back. ◆
“Opening the Nevada City location has been a blessing, I am very happy it turned out this way,” she said referring to the success of Sopa Thai Cuisine. Savedra remained on staff at the Nevada City restaurant for the first two years that it was open until her son Martin Savedra was comfortable enough to take on the role of management.
Each month, Savedra makes it a point to give back to the community. She provides extra large portions to homeless at a discounted rate. She gives with no expectations and from the heart, which includes her monthly food donations to the local homeless shelter. Some loyal diners’ favorite dishes include the traditional Pad Thai, or the soft spring rolls or chicken satay with Savedra’s sweet and spicy peanut sauce made from scratch. The pumpkin curry is perfectly sweetened with coconut milk along with the right amount of heat that tickles the back of your throat as you swallow. She said that her cooks are very cautious to patrons spice needs, and when customers order no spice, “mai pet” in Thai language, they respect their wishes. The crab rolls appetizer have the right amount of crunch that compliments the cream cheese crab filling, topped off with the sweet and tangy dipping sauce — this is the ultimate way to start your meal. Savedra said it is important to use the freshest ingredients available in her restaurants, so she relies on daily deliveries. During her years living in Thailand, she shopped daily at the open markets where there was an abundance of fresh produce, rice, and meats. Thai food traditionally is made by scratch with handground curry made in a mortar and pestle of prik haeng (dried hot red chiles), corriander seeds, ga-pi (Thai shrimp paste), kifir lime leaves, Thai basil and lemongrass, which are commonly found in Thai dishes. 20
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American muscle
2016 Dodge Charger brings pony-car fun to a four-door sedan By Newcartestdrive.com
Overview The Dodge Charger is a family sedan with the heart of a muscle car, available in a range of models from powerful to outlandish. Still a heavy and fuel-thirsty vehicle, the Charger shows off its clean, modern lines, while the simple interior layout relies on premium materials. Passengers can expect satisfying space and comfort, though the back seat is snug for a car of this size. For 2016, Charger adds a Super Track Pak for V6 models and a new Blacktop Appearance package. The 2016 Challenger SRT 392 gains additional equipment. New technical features for 2016 include a drag-and-drop menu bar on the 8.4-inch touchscreen control interface, Siri Eyes Free voice control, a Do Not Disturb feature, and a digital owner’s manual. Dodge offers heritage color options, including Plum Crazy that is new for the 2016 model year. The lineup was refreshed for 2015. Charger SE and Charger SXT models come with Chrysler’s Pentastar 3.6-liter V6, producing 292 horsepower and 260 poundfeet of torque, which delivers a satisfying driving experience. V6 output rises to 300 hp and 264 pound-feet in an SXT with the Rallye Appearance Group, consisting of cold-air intake, engine-control software revisions, and a different exhaust setup. An 8-speed automatic is the sole transmission. We have found the V6 models to be quite responsive. Few drivers really need more, unless they simply cannot do without that familiar V8 sound and response. In the V8 group, R/T is the starting point, with a 5.7-liter Hemi that makes 370 horsepower and 395 pound-feet. Stepping up a sizable power notch, R/T Scat Pack and SRT 392 models unleash a 485-horsepower, 6.4-liter V8 that’s a lot stronger than the 5.7, delivering 0-60 mph acceleration time in the mid four-second range. Reaching from the sublime to the outrageous, the Charger SRT Hellcat contains the same 707-horsepower, supercharged 6.2-liter V8 as the Challenger SRT Hellcat, but the sedan accelerates even more quickly (0-60 mph in 3.7 seconds, says Dodge). The SRT 392 and Hellcat upgrade to huge Brembo brakes, as well as multi-mode adaptive damping.
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The V6 models are fuel-responsible, but the V8s tend to guzzle, even with cylinder-deactivation on some versions. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gives Charger Good ratings, its highest score, in all categories except the small front overlap crash test.
included, with the black one reducing engine output to 500 horsepower. A 900-watt, 18-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system is standard, as are a flat-bottom heated steering wheel and T-handle shifter.
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Safety features include full-length side-curtain airbags and a driver’s knee bag. Rear park assist and a rearview camera are standard on the R/T Scat Pack model and above. Rear Cross Path Detection is standard on SRT 392 and SRT Hellcat, with Blind Spot Monitoring on the Hellcat. Also available: Lane Departure Warning with Lane Keep Assist, Full-speed Forward Collision Warning-Plus, and Adaptive Cruise Control-Plus.
The 2016 Dodge Charger comes in seven distinct models. Rear-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive is available for the V6-powered Charger SE and SXT. Charger SE ($27,995) includes power locks and seats, AM/FM/CD audio with touchscreen control, Uconnect services, and Wi-Fi hotspot. Charger SXT ($29,995) upgrades with dual-zone automatic climate control, Alpine premium audio, 8.4-inch touchscreen, satellite radio, Bluetooth, 18-inch alloy wheels. The Super Track Pak option lowers the suspension 0.5 inch and adds high-performance steering, firmer suspension tuning, and Performance Pages. (All prices are MSRP and do not include destination charge.) Charger R/T ($33,695) gets the 5.7-liter V8, die-cast paddle shifters, and a sport suspension. The R/T Road & Track includes performance tires on 20-inch wheels, a performance powertrain controller, 3.07 rear axle,
Driving Impressions Across the lineup, Chargers hit and surpass the mark on performance, given their level of comfort and everyday usability. They also handle surprisingly well for a big, heavy sedan. Except for a bit of lean and body roll, a Charger is much more nimble than a Ford Taurus or Chevrolet Impala. Ride quality is on the firm side, but quite comfortable.
Charger power Model line-up SE Price: $27,995 Engine: 3.6 V6 Horsepower: 292 Torque: 260 3.6 VG SXT $27,995 Horsepower 300 Torque 264 R/T Price: $33,695 Engine: 5.7 liter Hemi V8 Horsepower: 370 Torque: 395
Satisfying and quite responsive with the V6, the R/T Road & Track Price: $36,695 Engine: 5.7 liter Hemi: V8 Horsepower: 370 Torque: 395 R/T Scat Pack Price: $39,995 Engine: 6.4 Liter V8 Horsepower: 485 Torque: 395 SRT 392 Price: $50,995
and heated/ventilated sport seats. R/T Scat Pack ($39,995) is the heritage model, with a 6.4-liter V8, power bulge hood, aluminum pedals, high-performance suspension, 20-inch black/satin wheels, Brembo four-piston brakes, and an active exhaust system. The SRT 392 ($50,995) gets premium Laguna leather upholstery, navigation, HD radio, power passenger seat and heated rear seats, plus a Brembo six-piston ultra-high performance brake package. Bilstein adaptive damping has Auto, Sport, and Track modes. SRT Hellcat ($65,945) gets the monster V8, Sport, Track, and Eco modes. A red and black keyfob is
Charger imparts a secure, confident feel. A V6 is really all that most drivers need. Still, you can’t beat the character and firepower of eight cylinders. With any V8, the eight-speed transmission allows relaxed mid-throttle passing. Typical of American V8s, the R/T provides plentiful low-rpm torque, and the automatic performs flawlessly, though the engine is quite vocal. V6-powered Chargers are EPA-rated at 19/31 mpg city/highway, 23 mpg Combined; all-wheel drive drops the figures to 18/27 mpg. The 5.7-liter Hemi V8 is EPA-rated at 16/25 mpg city/highway, or 19 mpg Combined. Hellcat? Think 13/22 mpg, or 16 mpg combined. ◆
Engine: 6.4 Liter V8 Horsepower: 485 Torque: 395 SRT Hellcat Price: $65,945 Engine: Supercharged 6.2L HEMI SRT Hellcat V8 Horsepower 707 Torque: 650
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Recipe
If you can’t beet them Eat these Root vegetables for a healthy heart and many vitamins By Carol Arnold
As you browse your local, year-round farmers’ market,
make it a point to pick up a few farm-fresh PlacerGROWN beets. Incredibly rich in nutrients, vitamins and minerals, as well as carotenoids such as beta-carotene, beets have zero fat, are low in calories and are high in fiber. The heart-healthy food item has a slightly crunchy texture when raw and a soft, buttery texture when cooked. Beets are typically a striking reddish-purple color and are available with white, golden/yellow, and rainbow colored roots. When preparing this brightly pigmented and cardiovascular-friendly veggie, make sure to wear kitchen gloves as beet juice can stain your skin.
Preparation and storage After you purchase beets from your local farmer, you’ll want to remove the tops from the root, as they will rob moisture and nutrition from the beet. Top greens have the best flavor when eaten as soon as possible while they are fresh. The beet root can be kept for a few weeks in the refrigerator at a high humidity setting. Avoid freezing raw beets, as they will become soft when thawed. Instead, cook the beets first if you would like to freeze for further preservation. Beets can be purchased at the following year-round PlacerGROWN farmers’ markets: the Saturday market in Old Town Auburn, and the Tuesday market at the Fountains in Roseville. For more details on where to buy PlacerGROWN farm-fresh produce, wine, meat and local products, visit PlacerGROWN.org or FoothillFarmersMarket.com. ◆
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baking sheet very tightly with foil and roast in the oven until tender – about 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on the size of the beets. The water will steam the beets while roasting. When beets are tender, remove from the oven to cool slightly.
Chilled Beet Soup with Dill Serves 6; Recipe by Foothill Farmers Market Association Chef, Courtney McDonald 1 pound beets, any color, washed, stem and root ends removed 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
While beets are cooling, heat a small soup pot over medium heat. Add the remaining olive oil, onion and carrots, stirring frequently, until onions are soft and translucent. 1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced 2 small carrots, peeled and roughly chopped 2 cups vegetable stock 2 teaspoons sugar 1/2 cup buttermilk Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill Preheat oven to 400 degrees. In a medium bowl, toss the washed beets with Âź cup olive oil and 1 tablespoon salt. Spread on a baking sheet and add 2 tablespoons water. Cover the
When the beets are cool enough to handle, use a paring knife to scrape the skins off. Cut into quarters and add to the soup pot. Add the vegetable stock and enough water to cover the vegetables, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer 10 minutes to marry flavors. Remove the pot from the heat. Using a blender, puree the soup to a fine consistency. Finish with the sugar and buttermilk, and season to taste with salt and pepper. Place soup over an ice bath to speed chilling and thin the consistency with cold water, if necessary. Once soup is chilled, add the chopped dill and serve.
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Newcastle
Bareroot trees A growing, 100-year-old farm By Brittany Fuller ▼ Photos by Jeremy Burke
Spring is rapidly approaching.
And with the slow steady rainfall that California is finally receiving, promises of a great planting season lay ahead of all residents of the great sunshine state. For more than 100 years, Fowler Nurseries in Newcastle has been the destination to get the fruit and nut trees the locals want and need for all their planting desires. From Jan. 15 through March 5 Fowler invites area residents between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays, to take part in its firstcome, first-serve bareroot tree sales. “People can come in for the one-sies or two-sies, whatever they are looking for when it comes to their family orchard,” said Nancy Fowler, the nursery’s owner. The nursery offers several different varieties of trees which include: apricot, pear, cherry, nectarine, plum, peach, almond and walnut. There are four different pricing tiers based on if the variety has been around a long time, or if it is a generic root stock. Tree prices range from $18 - $40, depending upon the tree. 30
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Fowler’s grandfather started the nursery back in 1914. In fact, the back of the nursery’s office building was the original loading dock from 100 years ago. Currently Fowler Nurseries farms 600 acres in Newcastle; along with100 acres in Sutter County, and 20 acres in Fresno, Tulare and Kings County. “We are all educated in what we are talking about here at Fowler Nurseries,” Fowler said. “We offer planting guides that we try and work through with the customer. We also supply slow-release fertilizer packets. In addition, when you buy a tree, we give the customer a tree sleeve to protect it from sunburn. This is basically a one-stop shop for all the basics. We offer a personal service, and our staff, here to help each customer, are people we work with day in and day out. They are employees that have been with us a long time, and in a sense, they are like family.” Continued on next page ››
Above: Cherry trees. Below: Almond trees.
Barn on the farm: Fowler Nurseries will host a bareroot tree sale Saturdays, from Jan. 15 through March 5. ___ Tree stacks: Bareroot almond trees are bundled in preparation for the upcoming planting season. (left) ___ Old work horse: An old Chevy pickup truck is still in use on the farm.
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Fowler said that Fowler Nurseries deals in very flavorful varieties. “In other words,” she added, “these are varieties that you are not going to start to eat and want to throw away. It is going to be something that you enjoy.” “We offer unique varieties as well. One called a Gene Elberta peach that my grandfather originated about 55 years ago. You can eat it, can it or freeze it. People enjoy it so much. It is knock-yoursocks-off good,” the nursery owner exclaimed. In addition to unique and flavorful fruit, Fowler and her staff can help to decipher the right fruit for the costumer. They regularly answer many questions for their clients. Fowler states all her staff is there to help pick the fruit that will taste exactly the way the consumer wants it to.
Fowler Nurseries 525 Fowler Road, Newcastle (916) 645-8191 www.fowlernurseries.com
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Fowler and the rest of the staff at Fowler Nurseries helps customers pick out the best variety of trees that is also the least sensitive to the environment in Placer and the surrounding counties. The staff is well educated with many tricks of their trade to aide in helping clients make the most educated decision when picking out their fruit and nut trees. Fowler Nurseries helps residents with elements of planting, so that the customers’ tree will best stand up to anything else Mother Nature might throw its way. “We consider the soil type of the homeowner. We look at what is going to do best in their personal climate condition. We also look at the root system of the trees that are going to adapt best in this geographic area — what tolerates our soil and conditions here,” Fowler said. The owner does in fact acknowledge that sometimes unexplained or unexpected conditions affect growth. She said that if there is anything wrong with the tree, she will help the customer figure out how best to help the tree, although encourages clients not to wait until the tree has died. Fowler Nurseries will replace trees, although the owner said the customer has to bring the tree and the original label back to the nursery for returns. Fowler Nurseries enjoys working with the homeowner to help them be the most successful in reaching their planting goals. “I love dealing with the homeowner,” Fowler said. “That is one of the things here that we all find so refreshing, to try and educate our locals. Here at Fowler Nurseries you are going to get a big expansive root system, you are going to get advice on what to do and what not to do, and you are going to have a little fun.” ◆
Retirement life: Old tractors used on the 100-year-old farm have been parked to admire their services. ___ Life is just a row of cherries: Cherry trees are marked according to variety. (opposite)
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Books
Local author publishes
‘Fowl on the Prowl’
Children’s book provides lessons on police and safety By Matthew Whitley ▼ photos by Jeremy Burke
For Auburn resident, Andrijana Krslovic, the inspiration came over a year ago, around Christmas time. “The Elf on the Shelf” children’s book was a huge phenomenon and with elf pictures posted all over Facebook, Krslovic saw the potential for something else. What if you could do something for law enforcement in the same way? “I thought it would be a fun idea to take a little police officer rubber ducky, call it Fowl on the Prowl and just take pictures of it like Elf and upload it with cute little captions like ‘Quack down on crime,’ ‘Click it or ticket’ because a lot of my friends are police officers and I figured they’d get a kick out of it,” Krslovic said.
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Her mom saw it and convinced Krslovic she should market it somehow and thus a children’s book idea was born. “It was an epiphany moment. I felt like this is something that could benefit society, especially in policing,” Krslovic said. Krslovic is no stranger to law enforcement; her mother, Joanna Krslovic, has been a secretary with the L.A. District Attorney for decades. For Andrijana, being around cops was second nature but in the recent times of Ferguson and the incident in New York City involving Eric Garner, the public perception of law officers has been dramatically challenged. “It was really a negative time for law enforcement, a lot of people had a really bad view of them and so I thought maybe Sergeant Ducky, could be the ‘mascot‘ of law enforcement and make him something positive for little kids and to contribute to the law enforcement community,” she said. “Kids can grow up just to learn and to respect their position as police officers and not just what they see on TV with all the media madness when it comes to cops.” The book is aimed at children ages 5 to 8 with the overall message of educating youth on law enforcement and to give them the impression that police officers are here to help us, protect the community and they’re not here to harm us or hurt us. “The ultimate goal is to establish positive relations between the community and law enforcement,” Krslovic added. She plans this as being the first in a series. Currently Krslovic is completing her second book, “Bruno on the Beat,” which is about K-9 police dog officers which she plans to also self-publish on CreateSpace. She got a lot of input from her mother, as well as officers and attorneys who work out of the LAAG, officers who are friends with her from her police academy days, past teachers and children’s educators. Krslovic herself was training to be a police officer but suffered a leg injury in her third year, ending her police career. She has since gone on to Sierra College majoring in administration justice. After the completion of Bruno, Krslovic plans on reaching out to more schools and hopes to release a Spanish version this year.
‘Fowl on the Prowl a day with sgt. Ducky’ Andrijana Krslovic will be doing a book signing March 13 at Starbucks Coffee House, 1790 Auburn Ravine Road, Auburn. www.FowlontheProwl.com www.facebook.com/fowlontheprowl “Fowl on the Prowl” can purchased at Amazon.com
The response has been very positive. She has been reaching out to social media which is active within the police community and is looking at finding new ways to implement this throughout the education system and police community outreach programs. “The book helps kids feel less intimidated by law enforcement officers, first, with all the negative stories in the media about police officers, it’s very easy for a kid to maybe see a police officer and feel scared or frightened. ... I want the book to teach them that cops are people just like you and me who are trying to help the community and have a very special job in doing so,” Krslovic said. ◆
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Auburn resident and senior chaplain assists those who are grieving Written by Kim Palaferri ▼ Photos by Kim Palaferri
Auburn resident, Jim Wesley, has spent his life creating a wealth of friendships
with service in advertisement sales and chaplaincy. Connecting and engaging with people comes naturally for Wesley who is 62-years-old.
For the past nine years, Wesley focused his business at Gold Country Media as an advertising sales representative in the marketing department. It’s the personal attention that Wesley gave clients, which helped build local businesses into successful ones. Because of Wesley’s persona, many clients have also become friends.
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When a tragedy or crisis event happens, it becomes part of you, and you never forget, but with grief counseling, you are able to process the pain and move into a new way of life.”
Wesley is moving into semi-retirement from sales for a multitude of reasons; one being his need for family time, and another is to put more attention into his chaplaincy service at Gold Country Chaplain in Loomis, where he is a senior chaplain. The grandfather of three said that he and his wife notably wanted to spend more time with their children and grandchildren, and in order to do so a move was necessary to fulfill that dream. When people experience grief or witness a tragic event, turning to the right person for support can be difficult. It’s not always easy to ask for help from others, just as it’s not always easy to be the counselor to those in need. “Grief is different for ever person, and every person experiences grief differently,” Wesley said. According to Wesley, processing emotions with the help of a chaplain is a wonderful alternative when you have a good listener. Most chaplains, including Wesley, honor all faiths, and will offer prayer service upon request, however the service does not require a person to be of a religious faith. The role of a chaplain is to offer a compassionate spiritual presence based on spiritual needs, that will comfort people and their families during difficult times. Secondary responder chaplains, like Wesley, often work with families who have loved ones in the final stages of life with in home or hospice services. Another significant role that a chaplain plays other than conducting funerals or weddings is to provide service to veterans and senior citizens with rounds of comforting dialog. Chaplains like Wesley, can help the healing process with compassionate listening, where the goal is to aid the person to achieve back to “normal” status after a grievous event.
Grief counselor: Jim Wesley, 62, is the senior chaplain at Gold Country Chaplain in Loomis.
“When a tragedy or crisis event happens, it becomes part of you, and you never forget, but with grief counseling, you are able to process the pain and move into a new way of life,” Wesley said. Though chaplains are often faith based, it is not a requirement for the benefactor of their service to be associated with a religion. Wesley, an ordained minister traveled in 2010 to Port Au Prince, Haiti after the devastating earthquake, where he helped heal the emotional wounds in children. “Part of the healing process was to help them understand what they are going through by writing letters to God and share their experience of what they saw and went through,” Wesley said. Becoming a chaplain through Gold Country Chaplaincy takes a desire to serve people as a care provider while they are facing a crisis situation, and the willingness to take a 12-week course. Wesley’s passion in helping people has led him into a training position. As a senior chaplain, Wesley has trained numerous people who want to take on the same responsibility.
After the move, Wesley’s plan is to settle into his residence in Redding, and begin his chaplaincy work with a new branch in Gold Country Chaplaincy. Ultimately he wishes to expand that section with other new recruits seeking to become chaplains. ◆
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Feeling crabby? By dan zahra, food dude
Maybe it’s time for Danny Z’s Crab and Kale Quiche Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cook time: 45 to 60 minutes | Serves: 6 to 8 1 cup egg whites (4 eggs)
1/2 cup fennel (diced)
½ cup sour cream (fat-free if desired)
1 (9-inch) unbaked pie shell (I use Pillsbury)
½ cup mayonnaise (light if desired)
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/3 cup diced onions (sautéed with kale and garlic) ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon garlic powder 1 ½ cups dungeness crab (shelled) 4 ounces shredded cheese or mix (I used Mexican blend) 2 leaves of kale (de-stemmed and chopped) 1 clove garlic (diced)
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Sautée the onions kale, fennel and garlic and set aside to cool. Hand whisk eggs, sour cream, mayonnaise, and flour in a medium mixing bowl. Add remaining ingredients when cool if cooked. Unroll pie crust into buttered 9-inch pie dish pressing down in the corners at the bottom. Pour the mixture into the pie crust and even out the mixture. Using your fingers pinch the
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Squaw Valley Ski Resort
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Ready for a break? After a day on the slopes, refuel at one of these area eateries
kt base bar
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le chamois & loft bar
1960 Squaw Valley Road, Olympic Valley (530) 583-4505 or squawchamois.com 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily This classic Squaw Valley locale, has been a standing tradition for many of the local skiers and snowboarders to grab a drink and unwind after a full day on the slopes. Le Chamois is the perfect place to share some beers with your friends with the ever popular Buddy Pass and share a few laughs with the entertaining group of Squaw Valley locals.
Photo by Keoki Flagg
wildflour
1990 Squaw Peak Road, Olympic Valley (530) 583-1963 or wildfloursquaw.com
A local’s favorite, Wildflour Baking Company is located on the lower level of Olympic House. Wildflour offers legendary baked goods, tasty breakfasts, and wonderful lunches. Almost everything is made from scratch: baked goods, breads, tortillas, bagels, soups and chili (even the catsup and sweet, spicy mustard). Come in for Peet’s coffee and Sharffen Berger hot chocolate.
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mtn roots
Squaw Valley, Truckee, Tahoe City and Kings Beach (530) 584-6228 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays The two Mtn Roots Food Trucks will offer an eclectic mix of regionally and sustainably sourced food. Freshly prepared foods and quick bites. Many of the sustainable menu offerings will be created in partnership with the Tahoe Food Hub, a local nonprofit organization committed to increasing the availability of nutritious, ecologically grown food. The truck is now available for private events, rehearsal dinners and more.
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Winter white Warm-Up By Tim and Linda Arbogast, curators of style, Arbogast Design Group
As the snow builds on the mountaintops the white peaks inspire us. White is classic, chic, modern and always in style. (The color of the year for 2016 according to Benjamin Moore is – Simply White.) Adding white to your décor is easy and gives any space a fresh update. We like to layer whites and creams for a more textural and warmer feel. Too much white feels flat and cold. Start with paint, it’s an inexpensive way to freshen up and change your interiors dramatically. Some of our favorites are: ■ Great White, No. 2006 Farrow & Ball ■ Paper White, OC-55, Benjamin Moore ■ Cotton, C2-320 W, C2 Paint Working with white paint can be a challenge, too yellow, too blue, too green. Finding the perfect shade requires a trip to the paint shop (or hire a designer) and some samples to try at home. Grab a bunch and see what works best in your room. Check the paint in morning and evening light to ensure you have chosen the best shade. Flat or low sheen gives a great matte feeling and looks modern, even a low sheen in the bathroom works great. Adding white with furniture and accessories also requires a deft hand, too much and you’ve gone into Space Odyssey territory. If a white or “light” sofa scares you, try a white accent chair in leather or linen to give your space a pop. Keep the shape classic and you can’t go wrong. To keep the balance right, use natural organic elements to tame the white. Try a sisal or natural wool rug to blend the whites and add warmth and texture. With accessories try a great shaped lamp in white ceramic or a crisp white shade to add contrast to an organic wood side table. In the bedroom we love washed linen bedding for year round luxury, in white of course. Layer with a cream blanket and a variation of white textural pillows. We always use natural “white” elements for decorating. A giant clamshell, an African feather headdress or Carrera marble objects take the edge off white rooms and keep an organic feel. If you’re starting from scratch try using reclaimed wood flooring with white walls or add a concrete fireplace for warmth and contrast. In the bathroom honed marble flooring and white subway tile (try stacking instead of using the brick pattern) feels fresh and updated. Adding modern lighting to white spaces gives you the opportunity to step out of the box, we’re loving the Serge Mouille inspired pieces that are available right now, they add drama without trying too hard. 52
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Art is another way to update your white space. Use black and white photography you’ve shot from your iPhone gallery style, frame in modern thin black frames. Vintage paintings with old frames also add character and warmth to white walls. For the daring go super minimalistic and colorful with an Ellsworth Kelly vibe [one of our favorites]. Black, gray and navy are natural compliments and classic combinations with white; add them sparingly for contrast. A gray cashmere throw on a white sofa, navy velvet pillows on the bed or a black and white stripe for curtains. Build in layers and always keep a curated eye, too much is too much. You can find inspiration anywhere, thanks El Niño. ◆
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CONCRETE
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AUBURN ELECTRIC COMMERCIAL • RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRIAL
Things to consider when you are looking for a contractor: • Are they licensed? • Are they insured? • Do they have references? • Are they full trained? • Are they financially stable enough to finish? You can eliminate the guess work by asking a single question.
• Are you a PCCA Member? Call Now, Let The PCCA Help You Find A Contractor
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530-888-6807
REAL ESTATE
WANTED R VRVW anted
Dave Johnson
United Country Real Estate CalBRE #00402288
Cell: 916.207.5466 dave@ucgreatwest.com www.trustdavejohnson.com
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ENTERTAINMENT
“Helping Families in Transition”
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PET SERVICES
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Providing light housekeeping, meal preparation, med reminders, errands, dementia care, bathing and much more!
Call today for a no-cost in-home assessment
Or send an email to info@helpathomeonline.com
“All of our caregivers are carefully screened, trained, bonded & insured, and their backgrounds checked through the Department of Justice and FBI.
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11879 Kemper Rd. #9 Auburn
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HANDYMAN DEPENDABLE HANDYMAN
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• Indoor/Outdoor Repairs • Remodeling • Reasonable Prices • Fast Responses • Friendly Service
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TREE SERVICE TREE SERVICE
AAA QUALITY TREE SERVICE
Pruning, Trimming, Brush & Mistletoe Removal Dangerous Trees Removed PL & PD Workers Comp. SCL# 773176
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VIETNAM VETERANS of AMERICA Meeting the last Monday of the month 7:00PM at Foresthill Memorial Hall, Foresthill, CA
Commander Don Bull 530-999-1076 Vice Commander Gary Oliver 916-342-3005
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New breweries on the block
Flight & Bites When: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, March 19 and 20 Where: Placer County Ale Trail – Roseville, Rocklin, Loomis, Lincoln and Auburn Information and tickets: forknroadproductions.com or call (916) 672-6766
By Jessica Keefe, education and experience manager, Fork ‘N Road Productions
The craft breweries that make up the Placer Ale Trail are a tight bunch. So much so, that when new players come on to the scene, no one is more welcoming than the “competition.” As long as the newbies bring quality to the table – or the bar, as it were - and share a desire to firm up Placer County’s position as a craft beer destination, there is a cultivated willingness to work, pour and promote together. Similarly, our neighbors to the west have joined forces to form Sacramento Area Brewers Guild and produce Sacramento Beer Week, seven days of non-stop events, tastings and education. Luckily, our own Placer County breweries are also taking part. Local favorite Boneshaker Public House has a week full of events including Black Tuesday, a whole day dedicated to the bold flavors of imperial stouts and porters, and Lupu Loco, a double and triple IPA competition. Check out sacbeerweek.com for a complete calendar and list of Placer County venues. Not ones to be satisfied with just one week of beer appreciation, Fork ‘N Productions is hard at work organizing the Placer County Ale Trail Passport Event –” Flights & Bites” to take place in March. Over the course of the weekend, event goers will have an opportunity to meet local brewers, explore their unique styles, and enjoy pairings of small, beer-friendly bites at each participating brewery along the Ale Trail. You’ll also have a chance to learn from different educational opportunities set-up at the breweries along the way. Guide to wine and brews: Fork ‘N Road Productions has recently published a new guide to the Placer County Wine & Ale Trail. The guide features a map, listings and contact information for the area’s breweries and wineries, all in one free, easy-to-use brochure. The map is available online at forknroadproductions.com and in print at a variety of local tourism destinations.
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Check out some new beer-focused businesses that opened during the last part of 2015 — all boasting a large selection of beer from favorite Placer County breweries. ■ Final Gravity, a popular Granite Bay taproom, has opened a second location in Auburn featuring as many as 20 beers on tap and a satisfying wine list. ■ Porter’s House of Draft in Roseville has 28 taps dedicated to mostly California brews and a menu of bar room favorites and some serious eats. ■ Twelve Bridges Dr. is home to Infusion, “the hoppiest place in Lincoln.” Join them for Northern California brews, beer-themed events and live music.
SENIOR SERVICES In- Hom e Car e
Coming Soon!
A reassuring presence you can trust. • Brick • Flagstone • Retaining Walls • Chimneys • Mailboxes • Walkways • Restoration • Fencing • Interior Design • And More!
Comfort Keepers® provides in-home care services that help seniors and others live safe, happy and independent lives in the comfort of their own homes.
Fred Franklin Masonr y Licensed & Insured 916.826.9797 OR 605.939.9437
THRIFT & GIFT STORE Upscale Resale Store We’re looking for consignment items and a handful of vendors with quality merchandise
Humane Society of the Sierra Foothills
• Companion Care • Light Housekeeping • Personal Care • In-Home Safety Solutions
530-274-8600
Yuba, Sutter & Nevada Counties
comfortkeepers.com
2945 Bell Rd. • Auburn
(916) 765-2938
PROVEN - SEASONED - PROFESSIONALS
Kary Smiley
530.200.9039 karysmiley@gmail.com
1371 Martin Dr., Auburn DOwN A COUNTRy ROAD MLS 15069181
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5667 Coldsprings Drive Foresthill
6960 Blackhawk Lane Foresthill
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877 Maplewood Dr.
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Largest selection of Bosch dishwashers in the region. Freestanding local delivery and installations available.
Slide-in ranges, with full-depth design, fit into any freestanding range cutout.
We also offer 3 types of custom countertops
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