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FAB 40’s TUDOR Stylish 4 bedroom 3 bath home featuring coffered ceilings, oak hardwood Àoors with walnut inlaid trim, 2 master suites, gourmet kitchen, granite counters, large dining room with built-in leaded glass hutch, wine room and tasting area, of¿ce, gym and a professionally landscaped yard; BBQ. $1,050,000 TIM COLLOM 247-8048

ESPECIALLY CHARMING Brick Tudor nestled in the heart of McKinley Park. Built in 1925, it has retained the architectural details while updating the interior. Leaded glass windows, hardwood Àoors, crown moldings, and built in cabinetry. 2177 sq. ft., 3 bedrooms, 2 baths; brick patio and built-in pool. $925,000 CHRIS BALESTERI 996-2244

STUNNING NEW HOME 4 or 5 bedrooms 3½ baths in the Fabulous 40’s! Great for entertaining with formal living room and ¿replace, dining room, large chef’s kitchen with island and prep sink, breakfast bar and open great room with built-in’s and wine fridge. 9’ ceilings, 8’ doors, lots of arches, open and bright; spacious yard! $1,295,000 NATHAN SHERMAN 969-7379

SPACIOUS HOME & YARD Beautiful 4 bedroom 3 bath home has gorgeous kitchen, spacious living area and a large yard; all great for comfortable living and entertaining. Downstairs bedroom and full bathroom. HVAC system replaced recently. Lots of extra details, including crown mouldings. $595,000 ALLISON BELL 248-1060 ALEXIS JONES 715-0237

NEW ON SANTA YNEZ Newly completed home by Dyer Trolio Homes right in the heart of East Sacramento. This craftsman bungalow exudes east coast charm, architectural detail throughout, and a simple, spacious, open Àoor plan. The details: 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2190sf, and a 1-car detached garage. $749,000 CHRIS BALESTERI 996-2244

CHARMING BRICK TUDOR Classic brick Tudor home with charming leaded glass windows and great updates! New exterior paint and HVAC in ‘09, 50-year shingle roof in ‘99 and newer stainless steel appliances. 2 bedrooms 2 baths with hardwood Àoors, gas ¿replace, and top down/bottom up blinds! $499,000 NATHAN SHERMAN 969-7379

RIVER PARK Beautifully maintained River Park ranch style 3 bedroom 2 bath home that is ready for you. Newer roof and dual pane windows. Large kitchen with tons of storage, breakfast nook and formal dining room, central heat and air and whole house fan; private backyard and plenty of storage. $385,000 SHEILA VAN NOY 505-5395

REMODELED FABULOUS 40s Lovely remodeled 4 bedroom and three bath home features high quality appliances and ¿nishes in the gourmet kitchen; connected family room has French doors that open up to the backyard with Sago and Queen Anne palms. Plus a back gate into the Sutter Lawn Tennis Club. $1,199,900 BETH HARNEY 995-4120

SWEET EAST SAC Featured in Sacramento Magazine and when you get inside this home you will see why. Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom 2 bath home with a new roof, professionally landscaped front and backyard, newer ¿replace, CH&A, and a spacious layout. Patio off of the dining room, perfect for entertaining! $549,950 TIM COLLOM 247-8048

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Double Everyone agrees, real estate is hot right now in our area. Are we in a new upturn? A rebound? A correction? A mini-bubble? The truth is, despite all the talk, nobody really knows. A lot of people are drawing conclusions and making predictions — data analysis and reading tea leaves. Here’s what I do know: this year I have closed double the number of transactions as in the previous one-year period. That’s pretty powerful. What that says to me is, if you are planning to sell, now is a great time. Call me today to have a conversation about your property goals.

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Incomparable Charm! Nestled in the heart of Land Park, this remarkably charming Tudor is sure to stop you in your tracks! This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home offers incredible original character while boasting modern amenities. This 2410 square foot home presents formal Living and Dining rooms, an adjoining Family room, and Breakfast Nook adjacent to the Kitchen. The Kitchen has been updated to present gourmet amenities: a 6 burner gas Dacor stove-top, dual ovens, wine fridge, granite countertops, pantry closet, and eating bar. The backyard offers great privacy with mature foliage surrounding the sparkling pool and intimate patio. Other amenities include hardwood floors, partial basement, indoor laundry room, and stunning original characteristics such as builtins, exposed beams, rounded archways, and coved ceilings. $849,950 ROOM TO ROAM! Located within walking distance of McKinley Park and various East Sac establishments, this 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has been updated for the modern family! Offering formal Living and Dining Rooms, and a remodeled open Kitchen ING Family D N that looks onto the spacious Room. E P The backyard offers a large lawn area, mature foliage, and tool shed. Other amenities include hardwood floors, partial dual panes, and newer roof. $539,950 DELIGHTFUL EAST SAC COTTAGE! Resting amidst the hustle and bustle of East Sacramento living, this 3 bedroom, 1 bath home offers surprising tranquility. This 1122 square foot Tudor features a formal Living room with INGKitchen with an fireplace, Dining room, ENDand P adjoining Laundry room. Other amenities include a two-car garage, spacious backyard with mature foliage and deck, and new hardwood floors. $329,950

WELCOME HOME! Resting within the gates of the Arden Woods community, this clean and charming 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers 1,868 square feet to roam. This home offers formal Living room with fireplace and vaulted ceilings, formal Dining G room, and a DIN Kitchen with an P island Breakfast Nook. The ENand backyard is not to be missed: offering a courtyard surrounded by lush foliage and an enclosed patio, this home offers incredible tranquility. Other amenities include an indoor laundry room, twocar garage, and community pool. $310,000 STUNNING MCKINLEY TUDOR! A true eye-catcher, this stunning 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has been remodeled throughout! Offering an open Living Room and Dining Room combination that looks onto the gourmet kitchen, a downstairs office/den area, and a Master suite that hosts a spacious bathroom, G walk-in closet, DINbackyard ENlarge and sitting area. PThe features a covered tile patio, an exposed patio, and a large lawn area with mature plantings. Other amenities include: hardwood floors, new electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems, wired for surround sound, and dual pane windows. $659,950

Brick Cottage on the Greenbelt! Located on the T Street greenbelt, this 1,386 square foot brick cottage offers a sweet place to call “Home”! This property offers adjoining Living and Dining rooms, an updated Kitchen, and a large backyard. The spacious Master Bedroom hosts an adjacent new Master Bath. Other amenities include hardwood ﬂoors, new interior paint, and a two-car garage. $349,950

Endearing East Sac Bungalow! Resting within walking distance to McKinley Park and East Sac restaurants, coffee houses, and shops, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath bungalow offers the charm of “Home Sweet Home”. This home presents a formal Living room, a spacious Kitchen with an eat-in area, and an updated bathroom. Ideal for entertaining, the intimate backyard has been recently updated to include a natural gas ﬁreplace, new landscaping, and a new fence. Other amenities include hardwood ﬂoors, indoor laundry, and an inviting front porch. $349,950

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Publisher's Desk.............................................................. ....9 East Sac Life .................................................................... 12 Volunteer Profile ............................................................... 17 Inside City Hall................................................................. 22 Meet Your Neighbors........................................................ 30 Shoptalk .......................................................................... 32 Inside Our Schools ........................................................... 36

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Look at Us! WITH THIS ISSUE, WE UNVEIL DESIGN CHANGES, A NEW COVER LOGO AND MORE

BY CECILY HASTINGS PUBLISHER’S DESK

hen you read your neighborhood publication this month, you will notice a few changes. Actually, if you looked closely at the cover, you will already have seen a change. In anticipation of adding a fourth publication in February to serve the Pocket and Greenhaven neighborhoods, we have updated our logo and design. Let me explain the reasons behind these changes. When we started Inside East Sacramento 19 years ago, our readership was confined to the neighborhood formally referred to

as East Sacramento, which includes McKinley Park, River Park and other smaller neighborhoods such as the Fab Forties. Over the years, we grew our circulation, direct-mailing the paper to Elmhurst, Tahoe Park and Campus Commons—neighborhoods that are not officially considered East Sacramento. When I’d meet people from those neighborhoods, they’d ask me why they get Inside East Sacramento even though they live in, say, Tahoe Park. That incongruity stuck in my mind. The situation with Inside The City was even more awkward. When we started the publication 17 years ago, we toyed with naming it Inside Land Park, which is where a good number of our papers are mailed. But we dismissed the idea because we also direct-mail the paper to residents in Curtis Park and Woodlake, and we distribute thousands of copies through free newsstands in Midtown and downtown. Not everybody agreed with our decision. Realtor Sue Olson, a longtime Land Park resident, made it clear she much preferred the name Inside Land Park to Inside The City.

When we added Inside Arden in 2000, we started off mailing it to residents in most of the upscale Arden neighborhoods, including Sierra Oaks, Wilhaggin, Arden Park, Arden Oaks and Del Paso Manor. As we grew, we added much of Carmichael.

This expanded color capacity means more color photography and new features in coming months. We recently decided to redesign and rename our three existing publications. Now, the cover of each edition features the word INSIDE in bold type and lists the neighborhoods served by that edition. The names Inside East Sacramento and Inside Arden remain the same. But we have retired the name Inside The City and switched to Inside Land Park, which is the largest neighborhood served

by that edition. I hope Sue Olson is finally happy! Inside The Pocket will debut in February. We are excited to expand into this vital part of the city. We are busy hiring writers and searching out the great people and stories in those neighborhoods. For years, we resisted a Pocket expansion because the area lacks the rich variety and volume of neighborhood businesses, whose advertising dollars we need to pay for printing and mailing a paper to more than 8,000 homes. But we have concluded that many of our existing advertisers want to reach prospective customers who live in the Pocket and are not currently served by a directmailed neighborhood publication. Inside this publication, you will see many other changes. My husband negotiated a new print contract that includes a higher grade of paper in a brighter white than our old paper and the ability to have color on every page. Previously, we had color on only about one-third of our pages.

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FROM page 9 This expanded color capacity means more color photography and new features in coming months. Readers Near and Far is now called Have Inside Will Travel. Make sure to check it out. Next month, we will start running a new Second Saturday art gallery preview page. And look for more new features coming in future months. Since we hadn’t made any design changes since 2000, we also felt it was time to refresh our look. Designer Lyssa Skeahan recently joined our staff, bringing magazine design experience we previously lacked. We hope you like the changes! We want to point out that all of our stories are available for you to read and share on our website. We also are excited to add a digital edition viewable on your computer, tablet or mobile device. Visit insidepublications.com to explore our new options. We are most grateful to our readers, who shower us with compliments on a regular basis. We

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are also appreciative of the fine group of contributors whose work graces our pages. Our editor, Marybeth Bizjak, is a top-notch professional who helps all our writers—many of them amateurs just like me—be the best we can be. And our design, sales and accounting staff can’t be beat for their hard work and dedication, which helped us remain profitable and growing during the recent recessionary years, when other print media in town were hurt. As a small business, we are truly blessed.

INSIDE TIP OF THE MONTH Change is difficult for most people. They prefer the predictability of the known to the risk of the unknown. But with change come new opportunities. As our older neighborhoods deal with change, it’s easy to just say no. A better approach: Have an open mind about both the potential risks and the possible rewards of those changes. Cecily Hastings can be reached at publisher@insidepublications.com. n

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A Setback for Setbacks CITY DESIGN DIRECTOR WAVERS ON RULES GOVERNING DEPTH OF FRONT LAWNS

BY LISA SCHMIDT EAST SACRAMENTO LIFE

any people consider the deep front yards on East Sac’s residential streets a defining feature of the neighborhood. Another defining feature: Most residential blocks have uniform “front setbacks”— that is, the distance from the street to the front of each house is roughly the same. To prevent builders from constructing houses closer to the street than surrounding houses, the city council in 2009 defined the minimum front setback for new construction in East Sacramento as the average of the setbacks of the two houses on either side. So earlier this year, when a small home on 41st Street between J and M streets was torn down and framing for a new house on the site went up, many neighbors questioned why it was being built much closer to the street than the surrounding homes. In early June, after receiving a complaint from neighbors, the city investigated and found that, while the average setback for the property should be 43 feet 4 inches from the

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The city approved a front setback that did not conform with the building codes. Now, neighbors are appealing the decision.

street, the new house was being built at only 30 feet back. At that point, the city issued the builder, Ken Dyer of Dyer Construction, a stop-work order. According to city spokesman Maurice Chaney, the city had approved the plans based on incorrect information submitted by Dyer. In June, Dyer submitted a new application with the same design. After four hearings, attended by representatives of the applicant and more than 20 neighbors, city design director Greg Taylor agreed to a setback of 37 feet 4 inches.

David Diepenbrock, an attorney with Diepenbrock Elkin and a board member of East Sacramento Improvement Association, was instrumental in the creation of the 2009 setback rules. He has appealed Taylor’s decision to the planning commission. According to Diepenbrock, “If the builder had provided accurate information, it would have triggered a design director review before any building permit was issued and before any work was performed. Now, the design director says in his decision

that the city should have caught the error. “From my perspective, the neighbors on 41st Street and the rest of the neighborhood would be forced to bear the burden of the city’s mistake in perpetuity unless the planning commission steps up and does the right thing,” Diepenbrock said. McKinley East Sacramento Neighborhood Association and ESIA support Diepenbrock’s appeal. “Approving the variance would set a

bad precedent for the neighborhood,” said ESIA president Paul Noble. The planning commission will hold a hearing on the issue on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 5:30 p.m. For more information, contact Taylor at gtaylor@cityofsacramento.org.

CLOSING THE E STREET ON-RAMP Caltrans is considering a proposal to close the E Street on-ramp to northbound Capital City Freeway. The location, commonly referred to as “the S curve,” is the area’s third biggest freeway bottleneck. At a community meeting hosted by East Sacramento Improvement Association, Caltrans project manager Jess Avila said that a fourth lane for northbound traffic from J Street to the American River Bridge could be needed to improve traffic congestion, safety and air quality. While the state has considered other scenarios, Avila said, converting the E Street transition lane to a new fourth lane would be most cost effective.

Closure of the E Street freeway entrance would leave East Sac with only two northbound entrances to Capital City Freeway, at J and P streets. Many people at the meeting reacted negatively to the proposal. Of special concern was its potential effect on traffic at already-congested streets near the freeway. Attendees also questioned the long-term effectiveness of additional highway lanes. Caltrans is currently doing a traffic analysis. According to Avila, the results should be available by the end of the year. At that time, Caltrans will determine if another lane will help and the most effective way to build another lane.

CITY AND NEIGHBORS GATHERING FACTS ON MCKINLEY VILLAGE Earlier this year, Sacramento developer Phil Angelides submitted an application to the city to build homes on the Centrage site. His project has proven to be no less controversial

than earlier development proposals for the land. Riverview Capital Investments, headed by Angelides, hopes to build its McKinley Village project on the 48-acre site, just north of East Sacramento between the railroad tracks and Capital City Freeway. The plan includes 328 new homes, urban parks, a recreation center and pool. In September, the Angelides team released proposed designs for the homes, the open green space and the recreational center. Some groups have already weighed in on the project, including the Sacramento Area Council of Governments. According to SACOG head Mike McKeever, McKinley Village is consistent with a plan SACOG developed to reduce greenhouse emissions and improve air quality. East Sacramento Improvement Association hasn’t taken a position on the proposal yet. ESIA president Paul Noble said in an email that “we feel that we will have more influence if we show patience and restraint while this process is under way.”

Neighbors United for Smart Growth, a coalition of Midtown and East Sacramento residents, is concerned about the development’s potentially negative consequences. “We’re committed to representing a voice for the reasonable majority of residents in the area who have accepted that something will ultimately be built on this sliver of land,” said Tina Cerruti, a member of the steering committee and an East Sacramento resident. “But we need to ensure that the development is not built to the detriment of adjacent neighborhoods’ livability and schools. It has to add value, not take away. And we simply aren’t convinced that the developer has gone far enough to incorporate the concerns of the community into their proposed project plans.” According to Chuck Czajkowski, another steering committee member, the group’s three main issues of concern are the project’s effect on traffic, schools and public safety.

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FROM page 13 The city was expected to release a draft environmental impact report on the project in late October, after this publication’s deadline. It will include results of a traffic study. For more information on Neighbors United for Smart Growth, go to nusg.org. For more information on McKinley Village, go to mckinleyvillage.com.

US BANK CUSTOM CRUISER A custom cruiser bike, donated by US Bank, will be auctioned off to raise money for Clunie Community Center. Bob Paese, assistant vice president of US Bank, worked with Midtown Cruiser Shop to design the bike, which includes logos for US Bank and Friends of East Sacramento painted on the chain guard. The bike will be on display this month at the US Bank branch at 1001 Alhambra Blvd.

STOP DIABETES HEALTH FAIR Ironman triathlete Jay Hewitt, a three-time member of the U.S. National Triathlon Team, will talk about managing diabetes on Saturday,

Nov. 16, in Clunie Community Center’s Grand Hall. Hewitt will participate in Get Involved With Diabetes, Health & Community, a free event hosted by the American Diabetes Association from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. In 2002, 10 years after he was diagnosed with diabetes, Hewitt competed in his first Ironman race, a grueling competition consisting of a 2.4-mile swim followed by a 112mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run. Since then, he has completed 14 more Ironman races and was part of the U.S. National Long Course Triathlon Team at the 2004, 2005 and 2006 World Championships. When he is not racing, he is a diabetes advocate. “Hewitt’s story is not only an inspiration but a message for all people living with diabetes to take control of their diabetes and help end its devastating toll,” said Kelly Hartin with the association’s Sacramento chapter. The event will include information on healthy living, community volunteer and advocacy opportunities, individual medication consultation, consultations with diabetes educators and health screenings. At 12:30 p.m., McKinley Library will host story time featuring books written by Georgia Perez, who specializes in diabetes education for children. Bob Pease of US Bank with the bike donated to Friends of East Sacramento

Supervisor Diane Finch, center, proudly stands with mammographers Kathleen Balko, Cindy Escobar, Shelly Highsmith and Michelle Worley during Sutter's Free Mammography Day on Oct. 19. Each woman showed her support for the cause by wearing her finest pink ribbon attire.

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According to Hartin, nearly 26 million children and adults in the United States live with diabetes, including 3.9 million in California. An additional 79 million Americans are at high risk for Type 2 diabetes. “Recent estimates project that as many as one in three American adults will have diabetes in 2050 unless we take the steps to stop diabetes,” she said. Event sponsors include Leader Pharmacies, Script Your Future, Lilly, Novo Nordisk and Sutter Health Sacramento Sierra Region. For more information or to volunteer, go to diabetes.org/ sacramento or call 924-3232.

A VOLUNTEER DAY IN MCKINLEY PARK Friends of East Sacramento will hold a volunteer day in McKinley Park on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to noon. Volunteers will help prune bushes in the park near Clunie Community Center and the tennis courts. They will also place weed cloth and bark in the gardens around the community center. Volunteers will meet in front of the center at 601 Alhambra Blvd. Friends of East Sacramento will provide snacks, water and coffee to volunteers.

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FROM page 14 While some equipment and garden supplies will be provided, volunteers are asked to bring a pair of garden gloves, pruning shears and rakes if they have them. R.S.V.P.s are requested, though drop-in help will also be appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering or would like more information on how to help, go to friendsofeastsac.org, email friendsofeastsac@aol.com or call 452-8011.

PAJAMAS NEEDED East Sac youngsters Cole Benton and Miles Allen are collecting children’s pajamas for Children’s Crisis Nursery and Children’s Receiving Home. This is the fifth year the two boys have held the pajama drive. They have collected more than 2,000 pairs of pajamas. Pajamas can be dropped off at East Sacramento Hardware (4800 Folsom Blvd.) or East J Barbers (4736 J St.). For more information or to arrange for a pickup, call 737-1794 or 2171794.

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PASSPORT TO SHOPPING THE COUNT PLAYS IN EAST SAC FOR POPS East Sac shoppers will have a chance to win prizes this holiday season in a special Shop East Sac program organized by East Sacramento Chamber of Commerce. “We want to encourage people to check out all the wonderful stores we have right here in the neighborhood,” says chamber board member Peggy Orr, owner of The Pink House. “In November, some of our local businesses will even be offering discounts or small gifts to those who are taking part in the program. After the program, everyone who visited 15 of the 20 participating stores will be entered into a drawing to win a $1,000 shopping spree,” says Orr. According to Janet Mason, owner of ideas by design and co-chair of the East Sac holiday shopping program, “While no purchase is necessary to enter the drawing, we do think that folks will find lots of unique items for themselves and for gifts in our local shops.” The program runs from Nov. 4 to Nov. 24. The winner of the East Sac Shopping Spree will be announced on Dec. 4. Look for the “Passport to Local Holiday Shopping” insert in this issue of Inside East Sacramento. For more information, call 452-8011.

The Count will perform at Torch Club on Saturday, Nov. 9, to benefit the Pops in the Park concert series. The Count is a local band that plays classic rock and soul music. Many of its members are from East Sacramento and have performed at Pops in the Park. The concert will be from 4 to 7 p.m. While admission is free, donations will be accepted for the Pops in the Park/ Gifts to Share fund. Attendees must by 21 or older. Torch Club is at 904 15th St.

SAC BALLET ‘NUTCRACKER’ PREVIEW Sacramento Ballet will present a free preview of the holiday classic “The Nutcracker” in the Grand Hall at Clunie Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. After the performance, members of the ballet company will teach a free children’s ballet lesson. The program, for children of all ages, is hosted by McKinley Library. Clunie Community Center is at 601 Alhambra Blvd. For more information, call 264-2920.

State Senator Darrell Steinberg and City Councilmember Steve Cohn will attend a free celebration on Monday, Nov. 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. to honor area veterans. There will be a pinning ceremony honoring attending vets. The program, sponsored by VITAS Healthcare, will include light refreshments and live music. The event is open to all and will be in the Grand Hall of Clunie Community Center at 601 Alhambra Blvd. For more information, call 5662242 or email marie.copher@VITAS. com.

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When the doorbell at East Sac’s Guitar Workshop broke in 1997, owner Dave Lynch mounted a halfsize acoustic guitar over the doorway and attached a guitar pick to the top of the door. Whenever someone opened the door, the pick strummed the guitar, playing a chord from the classic Beatles song “A Hard Day’s Night.” Over the years, so many people asked Lynch for their own version of the improvised door chime that Lynch patented it as the Guitdoorbell and found a manufacturer to produce it. He sells its at his store at 3248 J St., online at guitdoorbell.com and in Europe through a German distributor. Early next year, Lynch’s invention will be available through the SkyMall catalog found in most commercial airplanes.

SAVE LIVES, GIVE BLOOD East Sacramento Rotary Club and BloodSource are sponsoring a blood drive this month to ensure a plentiful blood supply during the holidays. Rotary’s Bob Deering says, “Whether it’s cancer treatments, accident injuries, heart surgeries or childbirth complications, this is something that affects young and old, usually suddenly and unexpectedly. Working with BloodSource to ensure a safe and plentiful blood supply is very important. We hope our community will join with us to make a difference.” BloodSource is at 1608 Q St. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call Shirley at 453-3027. Use Donor Club # 6564 when you register.

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Kelly Hartin, the association’s associate manager in Sacramento, praises Howe’s work. “There are not enough adjectives to explain our feelings for Bill Howe,” she says. “His leadership, enthusiasm and dedication go beyond the limits. We are so grateful to have Bill as a supporter of ADA and honored to have had him share his story with us over the years.”

ill Howe is running for his life. Howe was a 22-year-old soldier in Vietnam when he was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes and learned he would need daily insulin injections. His doctor gave him even more disturbing news. “He said I would probably eventually go blind and need some extremities amputated because of inevitable diabetic complications,” Howe recalls. “He also explained that I would probably have a short life, because the average insulindependent diabetic died within 20 years of diagnosis.” The doctor advised Howe, who’d been a runner in high school and college, to avoid strenuous activity. Now, Howe receives insulin from a pump under his skin. And since 2002, he has run nine marathons and 61 half-marathons. The introduction of insulin pumps and hand-held glucose meters in the past 20 years has made it much easier for diabetics to exercise safely. “In addition to managing good glucose levels, I also carefully watch my diet and exercise regularly. These measures help reduce the onset of diabetic complications that can adversely impact health and lifestyle,” says Howe, who retired from his job with the state in 2007. Howe and his wife, Suzi, ran their first marathon as part of an American Diabetes Association

Since 2002, he has run nine marathons. November is National Diabetes Month. Howe, who will be at the free health fair ADA is hosting at Clunie Community Center on Nov. 16, is challenging diabetics to make a resolution this year: to undertake an improved, achievable and safe exercise program that will allow you to be healthier a year from now than you are today. It’s a goal that Howe is always running toward.

team. “We ran/walked the Kona Marathon in 2002,” says Howe. “The experience was amazing, and we have been run/walking ever since.” That year, the couple raised more than $8,000 for ADA. Howe also started helping out at health fairs, community events and

speaking engagements in and around the Sacramento area. “I really have two messages,” says Howe. “One is that the American Diabetes Association is here to help improve our skills and ability to live successfully with diabetes. My second message is that if I can live with diabetes, you can, too.”

Get Involved With Diabetes, Health & Community, a free health fair hosted by the American Diabetes Association, will be held Saturday, Nov. 16, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Clunie Community Center at 601 Alhambra Blvd. For more information, go to diabetes.org/ sacramento or call 924-3232. To suggest someone for a volunteer profile, call 441-7026 or email eastsaclife@aol.com. n

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Mercy General Hospital Guild will hold its annual holiday luncheon fundraiser at Dante Club on Wednesday, Nov. 20. There will also be a Christmas boutique featuring crafts and homemade goodies. The boutique opens at 11 a.m., with the lunch and musical entertainment at noon. Tickets are $25 per person. To purchase tickets, call Bebe Wright at 424-2628. Dante Club is at 2330 Fair Oaks Blvd.

Last month, Article Consignment Boutique moved into a larger space next door. The new space has almost 1,000 square feet more than the original shop. According to owners Abe and Valerie Sanchez, the move allowed them not only to enlarge their selection of women’s and men’s clothing, shoes and accessories but to sell shabby-chic furniture. They also have a new clothing department, called The Public Affair. The new store is at 706 56th St. For more information, go to articleconsignment.com or call 3165772.

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Residents can legally place yard waste in the street for collection from Friday, Nov. 1, until Friday, Jan. 31. The city asks that you use your yard waste container before you place yard waste in the street. Weekly yard waste container collection will continue year-round on the regular collection days. Leaf pile pickup typically occurs every seven to 10 days and will usually not occur on regular collection days. For more information, go to sacrecycle.org.

EAT ARMENIAN! The 25th annual Christmas Around the World Festival will be held on Saturday, Nov. 9, at Greek Hellenic Hall from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be traditional food and baked goods prepared by members of the Eastern Christian Church Women’s Association. Food is available to eat at the festival or to take out. The festival will also feature crafts to purchase and a raffle. Admission is free. Greek Hellenic Hall is at 614 Alhambra Blvd. For more information, email vicki. mackintosh@yahoo.com.

CHRYSANTHEMUM LOVERS HOLD SHOW The Sacramento Chrysanthemum Society will celebrate its 66th anniversary with a show and sale at

Shepard Garden and Arts Center on Saturday, Nov. 2, and Sunday, Nov. 3. The show will run from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. There will be hundreds of flowers, potted plants and floral arrangements on display and available for purchase. The center is at 3330 McKinley Blvd. For more information, contact Vernont630@yahoo.com or 682-1461.

THANKSGIVING RUN HELPS THE HUNGRY The 20th annual Run to Feed the Hungry, a benefit for Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services, will take place on Thanksgiving Day. The event, which includes a 10K run and a 5K run/walk, starts at Sacramento State University and winds through East Sacramento’s residential neighborhoods. The finish line is at 56th and H streets. The 10K will start at 8:35 a.m., the 5K at 9 a.m. Registration begins at 7 a.m. Some local streets will be closed during the race. The run is the food bank’s largest fundraiser and the country’s largest Thanksgiving Day race. Last year, it attracted more than 28,000 participants. For entry forms and information, including a schedule of street closures, go to runtofeedthehungry. com or call 456-1980. EAST SAC LIFE page 20

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VISIT WITH MAYOR JOHNSON Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson will hold community office hours on Thursday, Nov. 14, at Shriners Hospital for Children. He will be available on a first-come, one-onone basis from 5 to 7 p.m. to discuss issues of interest with residents. The hospital is at 2425 Stockton Blvd.

BUY ART, SUPPORT ART The Center for Contemporary Art, Sacramento will host an art auction and reception on Saturday, Nov. 23.

More than 100 pieces of art will be sold through silent and live auctions. Proceeds will enable the center to offer contemporary art programming, lectures and the annual Capital Artistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Studio Tour, which features many East Sac artists in their studios. The event will be from 6 to 9 p.m. at Elliott Fouts Gallery, 1831 P St. Admission is $40 for members, $50 for nonmembers. For tickets or information, call 4989811 or go to ccasac.org.

KARATE CLASSES Shotokan karate classes for adults and children are held in the Fellowship Hall at River Life Covenant Church every Tuesday and Thursday. Instructors hold black belts in the traditional sport. In November, the classes will be free for new students.

River Life Covenant Church is at 4401 A St. For more information, contact Tom Tseng at 396-9088 or tnbtseng@ pacbell.net.

RECYCLE AND MAKE A HOLIDAY GIFT McKinley librarian Sabrina Ryall will teach a series of free classes on making holiday gifts, including bracelets, napkin rings and beeswax candles, using recycled materials. The classes will meet on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 12 and 19, at 5 p.m. in the library. All materials will be provided. McKinley Library is at 601 Alhambra Blvd. For more information, go to saclibrary.org or call 264-2920.

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VOLUNTEER NEEDED FOR ROSE GARDEN A vital part of the plan to manage the McKinley Rose Garden is the Adopt-A-Garden program, which generates thousands of dollars a year to help pay for the care of the garden. The nonprofit group Friends of East Sacramento, which manage the garden is recruiting a volunteer to oversee the program. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need a dedicated volunteer for this program,â&#x20AC;? explains Cecily Hastings. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The time commitment is only a few hours a month. The volunteer would check the garden adoption signs periodically to install new markers, make sure they are in their assigned plots and arrange for

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he debate over whether Sacramento should adopt a strong-mayor form of government is as old as Mayor Kevin Johnson’s five-year tenure in office. He unveiled his first proposal within just days of taking office. We political junkies now call that one Strong Mayor 1.0. We’re now on Version 4.0, with the three previous versions sidelined by a court (2009) and by city council resistance (2010 and 2012). The latest version, however, is having a more successful launch: On Oct. 15, the city council, in a divided 5-4 decision, signaled its intent to place Version 4.0 on the November 2014 ballot. Dubbed The 2014 Checks and Balances Act, this latest proposal is almost a clone of the 2012 version, but with some twists: longer terms limits for the mayor (a limit of three terms, instead of two four-year terms) and creation of an eight-member city council (leaving the issue of how ties votes are broken up in the air for now), among other changes. The council majority directed city attorney James Sanchez to retool some of the act’s language and return it to

the council for final action in early November. In a major shift in strategy, the mayor stepped into the background, and the strong-mayor baton was taken up by a new group, Sacramento Tomorrow, which was launched with the laudable goal of engaging in extensive community outreach. It promised a blank slate upon which the community could sketch out its ideas on city governance, addressing a frequent complaint lobbed against earlier strong-mayor versions. Sacramento Tomorrow is co-chaired by local steel executive Steve Ayers and retired CSUS communications professor Barbara O’Connor and has a 28-member advisory committee. In the end, however, the Sacramento Tomorrow effort turned out to be rather long on PR and somewhat short on serious community dialogue. The outreach effort, while excellent in design, was largely sidelined by an abrupt decision to press the city council for an October vote to place Version 4.0 on the June 2014 primary ballot. Why the rush? Apparently, it was an effort to dodge the impact of a new state law that requires proposed charter changes be placed on November general-election ballots, not June primary ballots. The mayor and his advisers apparently hoped to place Version 4.0 on the June ballot by having the council assign the measure to the ballot this year even though the actual election wouldn’t take place until after the new law goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2014. But city attorney Sanchez wasn’t biting, expressing his opinion at an Oct. 1

council meeting that such an action would likely run afoul of the new law. By the time the Oct. 15 council meeting rolled around, it was apparent that the mayor didn’t have the votes to place Version 4.0 on the June ballot. (Who likes ignoring their lawyer’s advice?) So he retreated and proposed, instead, that the matter be placed on the November ballot, dodging a likely lawsuit over the issue. Which begs the question: Why did the mayor and Sacramento Tomorrow ditch their outreach effort and press

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been coming from downtown voices, I thought it would be informative to see how some of the presidents of our neighborhood associations view it. I chose four (two of whom actually serve on Sacramento Tomorrow’s advisory committee): Mark Abrahams (Land Park Community Association), Michael Boyd (Oak Park Neighborhood Association), Isaac Gonzalez (Tahoe Park Neighborhood Association) and Greg Hatfield (South Pocket Homeowners Association). Do you think the council made the right choice in deciding to place the strong-mayor proposal on the November ballot? Abrahams: There are more important things for the city council to be discussing at this time than charter change. Discussion of change in our charter may be a good one for Sacramento at some point. We’re trying to solve other problems at this point like an arena, which is far more important. A ballot measure may be a distraction. Boyd: Yes, I do. Sacramento has been subjected to the charter/strongmayor change for years. It is time for a decision about updating our charter. Gonzalez: With 13 months until the November 2014 election, I don’t see the rush to place strong mayor on the ballot right now. Rushing it through now, for no other reason than because Sacramento Tomorrow had the votes on the council to get it done, is an opportunity lost, in my opinion, and harms the chances of charter reform in the near future. Hatfield: My personal opinion is that our city council/manager form of government has worked very well for both Sacramento and our diverse South Pocket community. Do you think adoption of the strong-mayor proposal would be a good or bad move for Sacramento at this time? Abrahams: Neighborhood associations like the LPCA provide a strong and positive voice for neighborhood and local concerns. Because of the shift in power a strong executive would create, local CITY HALL page 27

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ho knew that business could be funny? Sacramento Business

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longtime contributor to Sacramento magazine, Comstock’s and other

to write on just about anything. “It’s

Goldman has the credentials to

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professor or lecturer at six different

produced twice by the Sacramento

me if I could do something two or

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state colleges.

Theatre Company in 2008 and

three days a week on the web,” says

in the weekly print edition.

Goldman. “I said I could do it five days a week.” On his “clog”—a combination column and blog—he has the latitude

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Jessica Laskey. “It’s a fantasia about

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Sacramento since 1978, including

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personal golf goals. By the time one session is done, I can give the golfer one or two simple stretches, exercises or drills that really make a difference and give them more consistency and distance, with less pain permanently, not just a temporary fix.” This full-body approach to the game was actually inspired by Martin’s own physical frustrations. After an accident in 1983 left her leg

crushed but her spirits undampened, Martin took up walking to speed her recovery. She turned to golf as part of her rehabilitation routine and it made such a difference that it inspired her to help others suffering from physical ills. “Since my background is in chiropractic orthopedics and personal fitness training, I can help golfers with age and injury pain play pain-

free golf,” Martin says. “I work with a woman who has had a stroke and is now golfing again, as well as people with post-surgical hips, backs, knees and shoulders. I like complex problems. It’s all interesting to me.” What’s of equal interest is the setting for all of Martin’s miraculous workout work. The G2 Golf Center is a labor of love that Martin transformed from an empty office warehouse into a 3,500-square-foot, state-of-the-art golf haven. “There really is no other facility like it in Northern California,” Martin says proudly. “Not only is it indoors, so it can be air-conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter, it has all the necessary golf elements, such as putting greens, full swing (areas) and a sand bunker, all to help golfers get better permanently. We also have a video aspect that gives golfers immediate feedback. We have balance plates to show weight transfer during the swing motion, 3D evaluation equipment to show sequencing of the swing, and a full gym if additional rehab or training is necessary.” While it might seem odd to move a traditionally outdoor game indoors, Martin had a very specific goal in mind when she built the multifunctional mecca. “I was inspired to open the center due to the weather and frustration of wind, rain, heat, bugs and allergies,” Martin says. “Moving my golf lessons indoors makes training and learning golf a year-round event. Getting a person’s golf game dialed in during the winter makes improvement easier once spring arrives, and learning in

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meet celebrities, which was fun, but in terms of a job, it wasn’t what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. I wanted to get out of number crunching and into something with more creativity.” She succeeded. Now Byers’ fulltime focus is to fill her store with fun finds that are perfect for hostess and holiday gifts and everything in between. “There are so many different things you can do with monogramming,” Byers says. “Clients love that I can help with creative ideas by playing with fonts, colors, words—it’s not just a letter on a towel.” Though with Byers behind it, you can bet that letter would be as special as could be. Looking for a pretty way to label your belongings or show someone you care? Visit Mono Mia at Lyon Village (2580 Fair Oaks Blvd.) or give Byers a call at 979-9354.

DREAM(S) COME TRUE Life is sweet for Andy Paul, in more ways than one. Paul is the owner of the highly anticipated storefront Andy’s Candy Apothecary, a boutique candy store that caught the eye, and sweet tooth, of the judging panel of the Calling All Dreamers competition. Calling All Dreamers is the brainchild of the Downtown Sacramento Foundation and the Downtown Sacramento Partnership. It aims to offer potential smallbusiness proprietors the means and square footage to open their own retail businesses in downtown Sacramento.

Last April, 49 applicants submitted creative concepts to the DSF to be judged by its board and a panel of business experts. Criteria included creativity, sustainability, passion and the ability for the business to diversify downtown. Eleven semifinalists were asked to further refine their proposals, after which the five final contestants presented a pitch to the panel. Paul and his delicious designs must have wowed the judges: The first-time entrepreneur received a cash prize of $10,000 for start-up costs, free rent for a year on the ground floor of the 800 J Lofts building and business support services such as advertising, strategic marketing, legal and accounting services and more.

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are increasingly tough to eradicate,

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she keeps busy, often hustling in a

nits but not live bugs.

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in to help with chronic problems or

offending parasites in full-bodied or

families who don’t have the means

nit (egg) form.

for treatment. She gets all types

Fox is also invited into schools,

of reactions, from more accepting

either to train parent volunteers on

parents and guardians who’ve dealt

how to screen for lice and nits or to

with the issue before to agitated

lead the inspections, particularly in

newcomers. “You get (families that

the wake of a budding infestation.

are) up in arms,” she says. “‘There’s

There is always much educating to

no way my child could have gotten

be done, she says. “People think that

them.’”

lice are a low-income issue, but they affect all,” Fox explains. “Lice don’t

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is the season for all dogooders—both amateur and professional—to get busy. What’s the difference between an amateur do-gooder and a professional? Well, the amateur’s heart expands in November and December as he or she begins thinking of ways to help the less fortunate. The professional finds ways to contribute all year long. What’s the best way for an amateur to give back? First, select a charity— one that appeals to your inner self. Decide on an age bracket for those you want to help: old, young, inbetween. Then choose a convenient location for your charitable work. In November, the need (obviously) is for turkeys plus the traditional extras from potatoes and cranberry sauce to the makings for pumpkin pie. Last year, Twin Lakes Food Bank gave away 814 turkeys and all the trimmings. The way things are going, that number is sure to increase. All told, the food bank served 44,638 people in 2012 (up from 42,525 in 2011). The food bank also runs a Christmas program in conjunction with the Folsom police department.

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Last year, it provided 893 families with holiday hams and turkeys, toys and bikes. The food bank accepts donations. For more information, go to twinlakesfoodbank.org. One traditional November fundraiser for a number of organizations is a Thanksgiving Day fun run. Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services started the tradition some 20 years ago with its Run to Feed the Hungry, and many organizations have followed in its footsteps. For a list of local Thanksgiving Day runs and races, go to sacramentorunning.com.

WELLSPRING NEEDS DONATIONS Wellspring Women’s Center (3414 Fourth Ave.) has put out an early appeal for its second annual 12 Days of Christmas program. In addition to financial contributions, the center is seeking donations of products it can give to its needy clientele or use to serve at the Wellspring’s breakfast program for women and children. Here’s a partial list of items you can donate: hot and cold unsweetened cereal, peanut butter, jam, canned fruit, vegetables, beans, coffee, coffee stirrers, tea bags, luncheon napkins, individual packets of sugar or sugar substitute, grocery store gift cards, bus passes, umbrellas, disposable diapers, baby wipes and baby powder. You can drop off donations at the center weekdays between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. For more information, call 4549688 or go to wellspringwomen.org.

MONEY AWARDED Local nonprofits recently received $285,000 in grants from Bank of America’s charitable foundation to help improve access to affordable housing, preserve neighborhoods, provide financial education and coaching for future homeowners and contribute to the success of local communities. BofA expects the grants to help more than 55,000 people. Grants went to Sacramento Neighborhood Housing Services to help fund its NeighborWorks homebuyer education and counseling program; Mutual Housing California to help bring the benefits of the green revolution to a population that has been thus far shut out of these benefits; Rebuilding Together Sacramento to help fund the Rebuilding Dreams Spring 2014 event, during which hundreds of volunteers will perform repairs on low-income homes. My Sister’s House received a grant of $1,574 from the Sacramento Region Community Foundation. My Sister’s House helps women and children who have experienced domestic violence, especially those in the Asian Pacific Islander community. In addition to a 24-hour multilingual hotline, the nonprofit runs a six-bed shelter and offers legal and other transitional services, community education and outreach programs.

SCHOLARSHIPS IN FOLSOM Folsom Women’s Service Club awards scholarships to graduating seniors from public high schools in

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FOSTERING FOSTER KIDS Camellia Network helps young people who “age out” of the foster care program at the age of 18. At that point, they’re on their own, with no financial support and often nobody to help them. Approximately 4,500 California youth age out of foster care each year. The network is designed to help them survive in the real world. For more information, call 668-7800 or go to camellianetwork.org.

HELP WANTED National Charity League will hold a Q&A for prospective members on Monday, Jan. 13, 5 to 6 p.m. at Sacramento Country Day School (2636 Latham Drive). The league is a nonprofit organization of mothers and daughters who work together to strengthen the community. Mothers with daughters in grades 6 through 9 are encouraged to apply. For more information, call Kim Clark at 3598359 or go to nclsacramento.org. Casa Garden Restaurant (2760 Sutterville Road), which supports Sacramento Children’s Home, seeks volunteers all year long to serve

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Plans for the renovated building include an education center, reference library and two exhibit spaces. The center is known for festivities and fundraisers such as film screenings, lectures, jumble sales and dance parties. Verge, which provides studio space for 32 residential artists, has nabbed critical acclaim with installations such as Stephen Kaltenbach’s Nuclear Projects and Other Works and Doug Biggert’s Hitchhiker series. Sitting in the unfinished, cavernous space, Moe says getting the center up and running has been a bit like “building a bike and riding it, too.” She expects the next six

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months to not be terribly different as construction on the building finishes up and the center plans for its inaugural exhibit while recruiting new members. With the goal of enlisting 500 new members before reopening, the center is raising money and recruiting members through the crowdfunding website Indiegogo. Moe says the member campaign is off to a decent start, with 50 new members since September. New members are enticed, she says, by the prospect of having a contemporary art center equivalent to those found in other areas, such as Headlands Center for

the Arts in Sausalito and Kala Art Institute in Berkeley. “If you go to bigger metro areas, there is a convergence of music, fine art and the community that is genuinely fun,” Moe says. “There are a lot of people committed to having this in Sacramento.” Verge bought the S Street building with the support of a number of organizations and individuals, including Northern California Community Loan Fund, the Moore and Scofield families, founder Jesse Powell and the board of directors led by Carlin Naify.

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New York Times announcing the end of the war in Iraq. Another example is Conflict Kitchen, a takeout restaurant in Pittsburgh that serves only food from countries with which the United States is in conflict. Verge itself has constructed a pop-up yurt and scripted a manifesto calling for many things, including curiosity, collaboration, experimentation and giving a damn. The yurt was transported to Crocker Art Museum for its Art Mix program. Moe says the idea is for Verge to stimulate interest and communication and provide a frame of reference for the contemporary world. “People come in and talk about the Conflict Kitchen,” she says. “It expands your mind and increases the appreciation of life. That’s the potency of contemporary art.” Debra Belt can be reached at fab.studio@att.net. n

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n Veterans Day, we pay tribute to the men and women who served and sacrificed to keep us safe and strong. But during the rest of the year, military veterans are often overlooked and underemployed. The state Employment Development Department, in partnership with local businesses, is working to correct this oversight. On Nov. 7, EDD and a number of corporate sponsors will host the Honor a Hero, Hire a Vet job fair at McClellan Conference Center. As many as 150 employers will be on hand to talk with veterans and others who are seeking employment in a range of job categories. “This is the seventh year we’ve done this,” says Lizzette Amaro, an employment programmer with EDD. “We try to focus on large employers who have a lot of job openings. And we want to provide a variety of opportunities because veterans have a range of skills. They’re not trained in just one thing.” Translating veterans’ skills into a marketable work experience can be a challenge. “A navy welder has experience working with electrical systems underwater, but despite that

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skill set he can’t get work without state certification,” notes John Plane, a specialist with the EDD’s Disabled Veterans Outreach Program. Plane, a Vietnam veteran, helps other veterans obtain the training, certification and job-hunting skills they need to become employable. “There is a perception

that vets who return from war have some kind of deficiency,” he says. “The facts don’t substantiate that perception.” The state fire agency reached the same conclusion. In a Veterans Day message last year, Cal Fire chief Ken Pimlott recognized “the hardships

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created a McClatchy chapter of Friends of the Sacramento Public Library. Since then, they’ve been operating at full steam not only to keep their doors open but also to restore the house to its original, exceptional state and regain the public use of the second floor. Recently, the Friends group published “Memories of McClatchy

Library,” a compilation of personal stories about the branch’s impact on its many patrons over the past nearly 75 years. Written by ardent fans, the individual stories serve collectively as an important testimony to the relevance of a free public library even in the midst of a technological boom. The book is an important fundraising tool for the Friends group, which is

“We’ve come a long way since 1995, and we’re committed to finding numerous ways to continue the work we’ve started,” says Levine. “It was the summer of 2011 when we had the idea to create and sell a cookbook, and then we realized we didn’t really care about the recipes or the cookies. We wanted to tell the stories about what our library has meant to so many people all these years.” Many of those who came out to defend the neighborhood treasure remember the library as a warm and friendly place where sweet-smelling plants attracted butterflies and librarians offered cookies to kids who came from nearby schools. Others remember coming as toddlers for LIBRARY page 48

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Storytime on Thursday afternoons. Bill Triphon shares his teenage memory of McClatchy as a second home, sort of a Cheers of its day, a theme that echoes throughout the book. “It wasn’t just the books that made the McClatchy Library special; it was the place itself and the Library staff,” Triphon writes. “The house was welcoming, and the librarians

were friendly people who actually knew your name.” The fact that Ella K. McClatchy Library for Young People was housed in a lovely 1910 beaux-arts home with its original, sumptuous furnishings gave it a gracious and hospitable feeling. Besides the comfortable, overstuffed chairs in the living room, the inviting sunroom with its red tile floor, Monterey furniture and French doors onto the patio created a relaxed, easy atmosphere for children and teens. Ella Kelly McClatchy, who

had graduated from the nearby St. Joseph’s Academy and taught school in Freeport before her marriage, was a major proponent of children’s education. She was instrumental in establishing Sacramento’s first kindergarten and often worked on children’s philanthropic causes. In the year following their mother’s death, daughters Charlotte Maloney and Eleanor McClatchy made the donation in her memory with the intent that the house would become a haven for youth and learning in

the neighborhood. Located on 22nd Street between U and V and situated near two senior high schools, a junior high school and a parochial school, the branch became very popular and was reported to have served as a boy-meets-girl headquarters. Virginia Kidd, McClatchy Friends board member and newsletter editor, writes, “The library prided itself on its No ‘Quiet, Please’ sign and attitude. Other cities looked to the Sacramento model as it was lauded in library journals and in Seventeen magazine in October 1947.” The history of the McClatchy branch is not well documented, but in 1954 it became a general library branch, and in 1969 the second floor was closed after it failed its fire inspection. The lack of a fire escape, the aging floors and the weight of books plus people were the determining factors. As a result, everything from the second floor had to be squeezed onto the main floor. Kidd recounts: “In response, the cozy downstairs haven vanished as shelves displaced the plush chairs and tall racks of books blocked the windows. The kitchen became an office. The sunroom was boarded off.” In 1977, the building was entered into the Sacramento Register of Historic & Cultural Resources as a landmark in the city’s first historic preservation designation, but that could not save the branch from financial stress and maintenance neglect. Its decline continued and resulted in the eventual recommendation for closure and sale of the building.

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Once they formed the Friends of McClatchy group, residents and patrons started telephone trees, letter writing and canvassing their area with fliers. They banded together with citizen groups like Sacramento Old City Association and Capital City Preservation Trust that had more experience working with government. They fought city hall and won. They saved their library. They didn’t accept the city architect’s estimate of $600,000 to $1.2 million for repairs. Instead, they worked with their representative, City Councilmember Jimmie Yee, and convinced him that their library/community center was vital to the well-being of their neighborhood. With his help and professional expertise as a structural engineer, they determined the real cost of the most needed repairs was $350,000, and they were able to convince the city manager to include the item in the budget for exterior repair. Since that time, the Friends have not stopped in their mission to restore the home. What was the McClatchy living room now holds fiction books, while the family’s library houses mysteries, the dining room has the stacks, and the sunroom is devoted to children’s books where the legendary Storytime still takes place each Tuesday morning. They have provided volunteer hours to extend library services, increase children’s programs, clean and maintain books, landscape the yard, build a brick patio for special events, and solicit and receive grants from the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission to create an outdoor mural and make a DVD about the historic library. In addition to their sweat equity, the Friends have never ceased their fundraising efforts. After they repaired and reopened the sun porch, they cleverly organized it into a gift shop that raises several thousand dollars annually. The Friends design and sell aprons, mugs, canvas book bags, T-shirts and stationery with images of their beloved branch. They have held art auctions and wine-

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tasting events, off-site book sales and on-site Second Saturday sales of used books, CDs and DVDs. With the advice of local interior designer Sue Hayden, they have refinished and reupholstered original furniture, so tables, window seats and sofas are once again attractive and usable. They repaired the stunning stainedglass window that overlooks the curving stairway to the upstairs and reupholstered the long cushion of the window seat below it. Walls have been replastered and repainted. And by raising $20,000, they were able to complete the finishing work for the new lift to the second floor, affectionately known as “the Ellavator.” “Not only have we been working for almost 18 years toward reopening the library’s upstairs. Truly dedicated people have donated time and money, well over $130,000 at last count, to make sure the library is available to all and it retains its historic character,” says Levine. “But more than that, this is a community center where playgroup lunches take place on the patio and people gather from all walks of life for writing and knitting classes, to learn from each other and share their lives. No other setting offers this in our neighborhood.” Public access to the second floor is a work in progress, and the Friends continue to work with the city on its renovation. As a nonprofit organization, the Friends chapter is accepting donations to reopen the upstairs for these improvements: an external fire stairway, strengthened and new flooring, a heating-andcooling system and an enhanced patio entrance for universal accessibility. When completed, the original master bedroom will serve as a quiet reading room, and the adjacent large bedroom with its welcoming window seats will become a community room to host large gatherings and Storytime sessions as it once did. At present, a small sitting room accommodates book clubs, knitting

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man’s demons into a herd of swine. It turns out pigs can’t fly. We visited Petra, which is undoubtedly one of the most unforgettable places on Earth. Located 50 miles south of the Dead Sea, it’s the ancient land of the Edomites, Esau’s descendants. It’s easy to see the wisdom in the Jordanian Tourism Board’s advice: “If you want to follow the Bible, don’t follow modern borders. Follow the Jordan River.”

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3. 1. Light colors domintate throughout the house. 2. The owners have created a getaway right in their own backyard, complete with a pool, spa and outdoor kitchen.

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3. The home is open and spacious with lots of room for spending time together. 4. Homeowners Dave and Nancy Harris with Hoover the dog.

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ollowing an ill-fated move to Carmel, Nancy and Dave Harris found their way back to Sacramento and a new home. “Actually, we have moved back to Sacramento from Carmel twice and once from Tahoe,” Nancy Harris says. “I am probably the only person you will meet that has done that.” The couple moved into their 3,300-square-foot home in Sierra Oaks Vista last February. When they initially saw the four-bedroom house, it was approximately 75 percent completed. Contractor Ken Dyer wasn’t showing the home at the time. “It happened that our Realtor knew about the house,” says Harris. “As soon as we saw it, we knew it would be perfect. We got in soon enough that we could add our own touches.” Harris cited the open floor plan and quality of construction as selling points. The exterior is a subtle blend of two styles, which Harris appreciates. From the street, the house has a traditional look, enhanced by a stately, oversized front door. With its strong, clean lines, the back of the house has a more contemporary look. “It is sort of a contradiction but it fits

with my style,” she says, calling her taste “eclectic.” The color palette is simple yet sophisticated: lots of white. “I like white houses where the climate is hot,” says Harris. “It makes me feel cooler, and I think they are calming.” The white walls serve as a backdrop for Harris’ sophisticated décor. The living room features a coffee table from Shabby Chic and a sofa with modern lines flanked by a pair of Regency bergère chairs. “Everything does not have to match,” Harris says. “It’s more interesting to have things from different sources, including family heirlooms, discounters, fine furniture stores and antique venues.” The oak flooring in the kitchen and dining area, stained brown with a hint of gray, mimics antique French floors. Its matte finish cuts down on upkeep and magically makes scratches and stray dog hairs from the couple’s golden lab, Hoover, seem to disappear. “We’ve had all those shiny, pretty floors, but this one is fabulous,” Harris says. While her husband is working in his office or watching football on

TV in the living room, Nancy spends much of her time in the spacious, centrally located kitchen. Honed black granite tops the counters, highlighting the custom-made white cabinets. The backsplash behind the range is made of large gray-and-white rectangular Calacatta marble tiles. Bookshelves lining a wall hold Harris’ extensive cookbook collection. A small built-in desk helps her stay organized. A cushioned window seat paired with a small metal table serves as a comfortable spot for informal meals. A large walk-in panty keeps clutter out of sight. Harris furnished the dining room with a concrete table she found in Sonoma, pairing it with her mother’s refurbished Wegner wishbone chairs from the 1960s. In the master bedroom, French doors open onto the backyard. A large window in the luxe-sized walk-in closet provides lots of natural light. Accoutrements in the master bath include a solar tube that provides a waterfall of natural light, a glassenclosed shower, twin sinks and a heated tile floor. The large lot easily accommodates a luxurious pool house, swimming

pool, spa and delightful garden. A sweep of lush grass counterbalances the hardscape around the pool. “Most of the really fun part of this house is outside,” says Harris. The pool house, tucked between the pool and the garden, has a fireplace, a kitchen and a large seating area. “It doesn’t feel like a concrete jungle out here,” Harris explains. “And I love having the shade of the pool house in the summer.” The picture-perfect garden produces all manner of fruits and vegetables: tomatoes, peppers, melons, squash, chard, two kinds of grapes, persimmons, lemons, limes, eggplants and figs. Harris notes that home remodeling can be filled with costly errors. Changes can be very expensive, so plan well. Investigate your contractor and don’t go by price alone. “I think what attracted us to this house as much as anything was the consideration that Ken Dyer had for the Sierra Oaks Vista neighborhood,” she says. “This is such a special area.” IIf you know of a home you think should be featured in Inside Publications, contact Julie Foster at foster.julie91@yahoo.com. n

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Elbow Pads Required THE LADIES OF SAC CITY ROLLERS TALK TOUGH AND SKATE HARD

BY GWEN SCHOEN THE CLUB LIFE

ntil I met Diane Carlisle, my only reference for roller derby was the lyrics to an old Jim Croce song called “Roller Derby Queen”:

The Sac City Rollers has about 100 members and is part of the international Women’s Flat Track Derby Association

She was 5 foot 6 and two fifteen A bleached-blonde mama With a streak of mean. She knew how to knuckle And she knew how to scuffle and fight. And the roller derby program said She was built like a ’frigerator with a head. Her fans call her “Tuffy” But all her buddies called her “Spike.” So you can imagine my surprise when I met Carlisle, a petite, bubbly brunette with two young sons and a husband who is her biggest fan. She is one of the organizers of Sac City Rollers, the Sacramento-based roller derby league. The club, which has about 100 members, is part of the international Women’s Flat Track Derby Association. “I know the stereotype,” said Carlisle. “A lot of people expect roller derby to be full of drama with a lot of

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Sac City Rollers members Diane Carlisle aka Rollin’ Dies and Candace Keefauver aka Lollygag-Her

staged fights. That’s what it was back in the ’70s, but it has evolved over the years into a real sport that requires fitness and stamina. The truth is, we work out and practice three times a week for several hours at a time. It’s a lot of work and commitment.” “Still, don’t you get pretty bruised up?” I asked, noting her unblemished complexion. “I’ve got one,” she said, proudly pointing to a dime-sized mark on her arm you had to squint to see. A big part of the sport is talking and looking tough. “We’re proud of our bruises,” said Carlisle. Many of the women sport a variety of tattoos and piercings. All have fierce derby monikers, which they prefer to their given names while in derby persona: Bloody Rosemary, Cyclone Ally, Red Tornadho, Scarlett JoSlams’em and Aleithal Weapon, to name a few. It’s fun trying to guess each skater’s occupation. Red Tornadho, with flaming-red hair and multiple tattoos and piercings, is an accountant. One of the league coaches, Lipstick Librarian, really is a librarian. Carlisle, a preschool teacher by day, is Rolo at the rink. No matter what Carlisle says, after watching a bout between the Sierra Regionals and the Folsom Prison Bruisers, I wouldn’t recommend jumping right into roller derby unless you’ve got good health insurance and know what you’re getting into. True, everyone is suited up with knee and elbow pads, helmets and mouthpieces, but there are a lot of pileups and spills. Before the bout began, Rock Hell Belch, the announcer, told spectators that no one under the age of 18 was allowed to sit in the front row. And after noting two ambulances

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Food Bank & Family Services. The next scheduled bout is Nov. 2. Admission is $12. Usually more than 500 spectators come to watch and cheer, so get there early for a frontrow seat if you want to be close to the action. The Sac City Rollers league was established seven years ago. It is made up of several teams: Capitol Punishers, Folsom Prison Bruisers, Sweaty Betties, Rude Girls and Notorious Knockouts. There’s also a Junior Derby League called Bad

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Tales From the Pit IF I NEVER SEE YOUR FACE AGAIN

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hey say some things never change. I beg to differ. Parenthood changes everything. Take leisure activities. When my husband and I were first married, we had a lot of hobbies that were rendered virtually impossible once the kids came along. Our idea of leisure became “eating a hot meal without a kid on your lap.” Scuba diving, once a great passion, became cost prohibitive. The cost of a weekend sitter rivals the GNP of a developing nation. Instead, we got a 10-gallon aquarium in the family room, which worked fine until the fish started eating their babies. Movies? Forget that. Put new parents (or old parents) in a dark room and you’ll find every last one snoring. For the first 10 years of parenthood, I fell asleep midway through every movie. Even “The Matrix.” I still don’t know the difference between Nemo and Neo. As for concerts, we used to love live music. Not everything has to change because you have an SUV and you know all the lyrics to the songs from Disney’s “Hercules.” People say that tennis and golf are two activities you can do for a lifetime. Mike would add fishing to the list, but I’d add live music. You can go to a concert and have a fantastic time even in the absence of intelligent conversation or abs of steel. And you don’t walk out smelling like salmon roe.

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It’s not as if our parenting years were devoid of music. We have music in our house every day, and we’ve even taken in some concerts. But The Wiggles and “Dora the Explorer Live” aren’t our speed. I missed real music and the excitement of dancing with strangers in the pit.

I clicked “best possible” when I bought tickets to the Adam Levine, er, Maroon 5 concert. I firmly believe if you’re going to go to a concert, you should get as close as possible. Otherwise, just save your money and watch it on TV.

Admittedly, my last time in the mosh pit was back in ’89 at a Depeche Mode concert. Or was it The Cure or Erasure? I just remember a lot of black leather and boys with eyeliner and piercings. In those days, that was a big deal. A funny thing happened on my way to planning this great concert experience. Mike had already committed himself to go fishing. My 15-year-old daughter, Erin, was a willing and able stand-in for her dad. I knew she’d love it. To be truthful, I was so excited at the thought of seeing Maroon 5 that I didn’t pay a lot of attention to the location of our seats. When we arrived, we showed our tickets to the usher and were directed to the area around the stage. I actually jumped up and down. Erin has been to rock concerts before. One Christmas, Santa gave her tickets to see Bon Jovi. (Yes, Santa. Yes, Bon Jovi. Don’t judge.) During that show, which was a technical and musical wonder, we sat next to a woman who was intent on sweeping cobwebs from the sky. The evening was filled with teachable moments, including the definition of “reefer madness.” Fast forward to Maroon 5/Kelly Clarkson. Kelly gave us a great performance, filled with all sorts of girl-power messages. During the break between bands, I prepped Erin for what might happen in the pit when the headliners came out. You know: the pushing and shoving to get to the stage. Looking around, I assessed the crowd. Not a single guy with eyeliner. I was pretty sure

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I could take any of the middle-aged women in the pit, so I wasn’t worried for myself. But Erin, she’s 15 and still a novice. I handed her iPhone to her, with instructions on where to meet if we got separated during the crush. I figured we’d be up against the stage by the third song, tops. When the band started, the crowd of mostly women began to scream. I was questioning my choice of footwear, wondering if I’d lose my shoes during

the push to the stage. I felt so proud that I had prepped Erin for what was sure to be the experience of a lifetime. I took my kid to the mosh pit on a Tuesday night. Yes, I did. Right now, you are either thinking “what a cool mom” or “what a stupid mom.” I’m going for cool. When Adam Levin started singing “If I Never See Your Face Again,” the irony was not lost on me. I turned to Erin and hoped her phone had a full charge. I hoped she would come out of the experience exhilarated and not battered. I braced myself. And, then, nothing. While there was plenty of screaming, there was no rush to the stage. What? No pushing, all politeness, aside from 40-somethings demanding that the lead singer remove his shirt. No crowd surfing, no shoving. Nobody even spilled a beer on us. Seems my teachable moment was in vain. Parenthood changes everything. n

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Forlorn Freeways THERE’S OFTEN NOTHING PRETTY ABOUT THEM

BY WALT SIEFERT GETTING THERE

ityscapes are dominated by two man-made features: skyscrapers and freeways. Urban freeways have had many profound impacts on cities and suburbs. Their construction destroyed neighborhoods. Difficult-to-cross freeways created barriers to walking and bicycling. Freeways enabled and encouraged sprawl. Noise and air pollution are part of the freeway package. Some observers think the term urban freeways shouldn’t be used, because freeways in cities (their preferred nomenclature) are not urban; they are anti-urban. They divide people and spread them out instead of bringing them together. Their scale is based on vehicles instead of humans. On top of all the sinful social negativity associated with freeways, freeways tend to be ugly as sin. Aerial views of rural freeways may reveal graceful lines and respect for topography. City freeways may have sculptural interchange ramps. Bridges can be truly beautiful. By and large, though, freeways are designed by earnest engineers, not artists, architects or landscapers. The dictum

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“form follows function” can produce objects with elegant, clean lines, but with freeways the usual results have been oppressive, lowest-cost, drab and bulky monstrosities often brutally imposed on the landscape. It’s good that, for the most part, Sacramento has been able to make productive use of the space under its elevated freeways. The Sunday farmers market under the W-X freeway is one of the best uses. The freeway may provide shelter from sun and rain, but the gray, gloomy space is not a place where most happy shoppers would like to linger and have a cup of coffee. Usually, crossing over or under a freeway is not the highlight of a walk. Sound walls have compounded the freeway appearance problem. Is there anything newly built that looks less attractive than a cinder-block wall? Perhaps it’s too much to ask that freeways in cities enhance the visual experience instead of detract from it. If only elevated freeways could look more like the Parthenon than an industrial conveyor in the middle of a neighborhood. If only freeways with sound walls didn’t look like the concrete channel of the Los Angeles River. Caltrans has tried to gussy up sound walls and retaining walls with various design elements, but it’s really like putting lipstick on a pig, isn’t it? It’s not just sound walls that make freeways unattractive. The expanses of pavement, the banality of overcrossings and the lack of any connection to the natural world all have an effect. I remember reading the environmental impact report

for the new Highway 50/Watt Avenue interchange and how an artistic railing on the Watt Avenue overcrossing was going to mitigate the aesthetic impacts of the project. Nice try. Pedestrians will be mere specks in this vast, barren, godforsaken setting. They will be on a sidewalk next to eight lanes of traffic and above the noise and stench of even more lanes of freeway traffic. Hundreds of speeding vehicles will rush by them and below them. Few are going to stop and appreciate the intricacies of the railing design.

The dictum “form follows function” can produce objects with elegant, clean lines, but with freeways the usual results have been oppressive, lowestcost, drab and bulky monstrosities often brutally imposed on the landscape. Freeways are usually unattractive to their users, their neighbors and passers-by. Drivers generally can see only concrete, sky, signs and adjacent traffic. Roadway alignments are as straight as possible, dulling

the senses. Paved roadways have expanded into once-landscaped medians, and concrete walls have been added to medians to make sure no vestige of nature is visible. Back East, freeways and interstates were preceded by parkways. Parkways minimized pavement and had grassy medians and natural landscaping. Attractive, human-scale (trucks often were not allowed) overcrossings were built with local, natural materials, and the roads curved sinuously to follow rivers or other natural features. These old parkways put pleasure into the process of getting there. A Sunday drive could be an end in itself. Now, transportation planners call soulless freeways parkways, but the only thing parklike is the name. How many of us have gone for an enjoyable Sunday drive on a city freeway? We appreciate the architectural beauty of great buildings. Striking and iconic buildings define cities around the world and are tourist destinations. Unfortunately, though freeways are often the first glimpse you have of a city, the typical forlorn freeway greeting us could be anywhere. It’s probably too late to fix our lackluster freeways in any meaningful, artistic way. Some cities have started to tear down their freeways. San Francisco’s former Embarcadero Freeway is one where part of the rationale for demolition was aesthetics. The elevated freeway blocked views. Maybe freeways don’t really belong in cities. Walt Seifert is a bicyclist, driver and transportation writer. He can be reached at bikeguy@surewest.net. n

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Front-Page Pests STINK BUGS AND OTHER NASTY CRITTERS ARE HERE

BY ANITA CLEVENGER GARDEN JABBER

acramento’s recently detected invasion of the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) has been front-page news. Agriculture experts had been expecting and dreading their spread from Southern California. They were found thanks to the sharp eyes and inquisitive minds of Midtown residents Jim and Delphine Cathcart, who spotted a huge mass of strange bugs on a tree. Their photos made it to the California Department of Food and Agriculture, which spread the alarm. Once people knew about these invaders, they found them in many other areas. While the BMSB is a serious enough threat to agriculture to warrant a pest alert, they aren’t the only unfamiliar bad bugs in our gardens. Chuck Ingles, Sacramento County’s farm adviser, says, “New pests are coming to our area all the time.” For example, few of us had seen a leaffooted plant bug before they began attacking our tomatoes this summer. Mature leaffooted plant bugs are black and about an inch long, with enlarged flat areas on their back legs. Their nymphs (juvenile stage) are

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red and congregate together. They suck out juices and damage fruit. While hand-picking (and squishing) them is advised, that’s not easy to do. Adults fly away at the slightest movement, and nymphs plummet to the ground. You can catch nymphs by placing a bucket of soapy water or a yellow sticky trap under the fruit before gently shaking the plant. You can also vacuum these bugs, but use a brush attachment so that you don’t suck the fruit or foliage right off the plant. Patrol your plants daily if you can. If you find patches of eggs on the underside of leaves, pick them off, put them in a bag and throw it away. Leaffooted bugs are in the family of “true bugs,” like stink bugs, and

damage many of the same fruitbearing crops. Stink bugs can also be controlled with these techniques. It’s possible to exclude insects from self-pollinating plants like tomatoes, beans, peppers and eggplants by draping the plants with garden fabric (sometimes known as floating row cover) fastened to the ground. True bugs overwinter in weeds and tall grasses, so winter cleanup is wise. I plan to dispose of my infested tomato plants as green waste rather than adding them to the compost pile. You might also want to remove mulch now and replace it in the spring, or pour soapy water on the mulch on a warm winter day and kill any pests that emerge.

The Internet has many resources to help you identify a bug. My favorites are the UC Davis Integrated Pest Management site (ipm.ucdavis.edu) and whatsthatbug.com. If you can’t figure out a strange insect, the Master Gardeners can help. Save a sample in a jar with a bit of alcohol. Bring it to the Master Gardener office or email a clear, close-up photo. Be sure to describe where you have seen the bug and what damage, if any, it seems to be doing. Once you’ve identified a bug and confirmed it is a pest, you can figure out how to manage it. Pesticides should be a last resort, and often are not very effective.

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California protects its agriculture by responding quickly to exotic pests, most of which don’t have any native predators and can wreak havoc in our fields and gardens. If you identify a Japanese beetle in your garden, with its metallic green body and coppery wing covers, let the CDFA know. If you see stink bugs in your yard with “marmorated” (marbled) markings and alternating bands of white and brown on their legs and antennae, report them. The CDFA is also worried about the olive psyllid, which may have already spread here from Southern California. Be on the lookout for these and other unfamiliar pests. Cooperate with agricultural inspections at the borders and be cautious about in-state transfers as well. Restrictions about bringing potentially infested plants, fruits, vegetables, mulch and firewood from outside areas are there for a reason. We who garden in California are lucky that we don’t have to contend with many of the garden pests that make life miserable for people in other parts of the country. I travel to

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Victorian beauty meets the 21st century. 3 bed, 2 bath, off street parking, spacious yard $555,000 Liz Edmonds 838-1208/Dave Philipp 212-1322

Close to everything! 3 bd, 2 ba + fam rm, updated kitchen and master suite, lg yd, 2 car garage + shop $529,000 Kurt Campbell 916-956-5878

Elegant 4 bd, 2334 SF (per seller) Tudor-style Home. Gorgeous kit remodel, enchanting yd / patio $799,999 Karen Berkovitz 916-607-7600

Tuscan Villa masterpiece & 10 AC vineyard Privacy/Views/Guest House and easy commute $1,675,000 John Woodall 916-421-5421

Beautiful home and guest house on large lot Gourmet kitchen, beautiful grounds and pool $775,000 Jerrylee Vanderhurst 916-456-5800

Gorgeous East Sac Mediterranean 3bd /2 ba with pool . Completely remodeled! $599,900 Mike Highhill 916-205-1495

Ready to love E. Sac 3 bdm beauty. Gleaming hdwd, Àreplace, updated nice yard, CH & A $349,900 Kathy Pardun 916-247-7030

A lovely home located in popular neighborhood updated kitchen, & baths, solar pool, 3 bd, 2 ½ ba $365,000 Sue Vitiello 916-212-1215

Beautifully updated gem close to Med Center alley access. Priced to sell! $225,000 Diane Berry 916-698-7288

Gated, 4 / 3, 2400 SF (per seller), downstairs bed and bath, master suite with Àreplace $339,950 Jim Anderson 916-806-4061

Gone with the charm in Boulevard Park. 4 – 6 bedrooms, 2 car garage plus lovely garden $997,000 David Philipp 212-1322/Liz Edmonds

Woodlake 3bd, 3ba, fabulous sunroom/family room overlooks lush yard and pool! $349,900 Dan and Terri Wakabayashi 916-835-5702

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4507 BELA WAY 5493 WILDFLOWER CIR 4950 SUDBURY WAY 6343 STANLEY 6424 MORAGA DR 5235 SCHUYLER DR 5449 SHELLEY WAY 4700 GOOD CT 2416 UPHAM CT 1549 ELSDON CIR 2037 MISSION AVE 5133 MARCONI AVE 6224 VIA CASITAS 4513 BELA WAY 5144 WHISPER OAKS LN 4536 CHARLESTON DR 5234 COLUMBINE 6312 SAINT JAMES DR 4720 HAZELWOOD AVE 2051 LAMBETH WAY 5419 NYODA WAY 4218 PUEBLO ST 3120 TERRY WAY 2000 CLAREMONT RD 5560 COOLLEY WAY 5928 RANGER WAY 1050 JACOB LN 5249 MONITOR AVE 5308 BAUMGART WAY 6035 RANGER WAY 3440 MARSHALL AVE 5941 OAK AVE 3926 CYRUS LN 5720 PARKOAKS DR 4781 COURTLAND LN 4939 COTTAGE WAY WAY 4828 BOYD DR 3979 HILLGROVE WAY 4108 TAMI WAY 5308 SONORA WAY 4139 PUEBLO ST 4835 ANDREW CIR 4970 KEANE DR 1291 LOS RIOS DR 2618 KNABE CT 4806 CAMERON RANCH DR 4410 STONEY WAY 4856 KIPLING DR 4936 BOYD DR 7032 FAIR OAKS BLVD #15 4855 ALEXON WAY 6747 RAPPAHANNOCK WAY 4950 OAK LEAF AVE 4100 DENA WAY

$255,000 $450,000 $1,100,000 $275,000 $370,250 $192,000 $560,000 $158,000 $165,000 $652,000 $310,000 $140,000 $69,850 $277,000 $353,500 $285,000 $299,950 $350,000 $185,000 $530,000 $277,600 $245,000 $280,000 $638,000 $489,000 $276,000 $579,000 $240,000 $266,000 $240,000 $525,000 $390,000 $240,000 $185,000 $135,000 $315,000 $175,000 $196,500 $235,000 $250,000 $267,000 $335,000 $825,000 $502,000 $245,000 $370,000 $410,000 $645,000 $218,000 $132,500 $228,545 $285,000 $365,000 $345,000

95816 EAST SAC, MCKINLEY PARK 220 27TH ST 417 32ND ST 301 36TH WAY 316 28TH ST 3021 E ST 2531 O ST 201 ALHAMBRA BLVD 820 24TH ST

$279,500 $420,000 $495,000 $266,600 $400,000 $362,000 $620,000 $549,000

95817 TAHOE PARK, ELMHURST 2940 38TH ST 3644 6TH AVE 3057 8TH AVE 3101 42ND ST

$125,000 $99,000 $216,500 $138,000

4125 12TH AVE 3045 39TH ST 3517 35TH ST 6203 3RD AVE 3532 34TH ST 3883 8TH AVE 2714 60TH ST 2900 42ND ST 4060 8TH AVE 3118 SAN RAFAEL CT 3933 U ST 3056 7TH AVE 2900 LAND PARK DR 2401 COLEMAN WAY 1108 PERKINS WAY 1009 3RD AVE 4056 11 AVE

$80,000 $65,000 $85,000 $267,000 $75,000 $70,700 $315,000 $180,000 $66,500 $111,500 $350,000 $159,000 $579,000 $555,000 $485,000 $300,000 $125,000

95818 LAND PARK, CURTIS PARK 2570 LAND PARK DR 819 8TH AVE 2700 10TH AVE 2114 28TH ST 612 FLINT WAY 1111 YALE ST 2121 28TH ST 2411 17TH ST 558 JONES WAY 2762 SAN LUIS CT 2673 16TH ST 2220 18TH ST 1145 2ND AVE 2931 LAND PARK DR 576 4TH AVE 1232 LARKIN WAY 1410 ROBERTSON WAY 1841 3RD AVE 2372 PORTOLA WAY 1315 TENEIGHTH WAY 3630 CUTTER WAY

$699,000 $374,500 $580,000 $329,000 $230,000 $214,000 $575,000 $199,500 $129,500 $298,500 $416,000 $255,000 $250,000 $500,000 $355,000 $362,250 $535,000 $335,000 $440,000 $425,000 $740,000

95819 EAST SAC, RIVER PARK 220 MEISTER WAY 300 COLOMA WAY 932 51 ST 1840 DISCOVERY WAY 4213 A ST 5031 D ST 1312 LOUIS WAY 1402 47TH ST 4201 MODDISON AVE 1362 50TH ST 1519 47TH ST 4600 Q ST 159 COLOMA WAY 60 SANDBURG DR 3933 U ST

95821 ARDEN-ARCADE 2812 VILLA VISTA WAY 4360 LOCKWOOD WAY 4613 ROBERTSON AVE 3248 LIBBY WAY 3100 LEATHA WAY 4631 EMDEE CT 3440 BEN LOMOND DR 2227 BURNEY WAY 2204 DUNLAP DR 2612 MORSE AVE 3517 RONK WAY 3329 BRAEBURN ST 4524 S PARK DR

$143,000 $399,000 $352,500 $350,000 $515,000 $472,580 $450,000 $755,000 $385,000 $102,000 $490,000 $370,000 $420,000 $425,000 $350,000 $249,000 $345,000 $307,000 $325,000 $204,000 $293,000 $394,000 $190,000 $37,500 $315,000 $312,000 $295,000 $475,000

2624 EASTERN AVE 3630 WILLIAM WAY 2671 BELL ST 2540 PASEO DEL CAMPO 4160 SILVER CREST AVE 2837 DARWIN ST 2505 CATALINA DR 3301 HARMONY LN 3800 SANDRA CT 4415 S PARK DR 4630 WHITNEY AVE 4100 DENA WAY 3532 NORRIS AVE

95822 SOUTH LAND PARK 2148 22ND. AVE 1413 MOON AVE 7547 TWILIGHT DR 6040 14TH ST 2365 IRVIN WAY 5417 VIRGINIA WAY 5661 JOHNS DR 5640 HELEN WAY 2148 MONTECITO WAY 5910 13TH ST 7474 CANDLEWOOD WAY 970 INEZ WAY 2224 22ND AVE 2565 69TH AVE 2030 ARLISS WAY 6810 HOGAN DR 7486 CANDLEWOOD WAY 5622 SURF WAY 7322 LOMA VERDE WAY 1153 35TH AVE 1454 LONDON ST 2073 63RD AVE 1157 34TH AVE 6062 ANNRUD WAY 7586 SAN FELICE CIR 7464 24TH ST 7030 HOGAN DR 2187 53RD AVE 7430 CANDLEWOOD WAY 107 PETRILLI CIR 940 STERN CIR 1705 WENTWORTH 6736 GOLF VIEW DR 2138 54TH 7576 EDDYLEE WAY 5680 23RD ST 2306 VARDON AVE 2120 IRVIN WAY 7480 BALFOUR WAY 6424 ROMACK CIR 2162 SARAZEN AVE

95825 ARDEN

708 WOODSIDE LANE EAST LN #1 2367 EHTAN WAY 2454 LARKSPUR LN #328 2324 LAREDO RD 841 WOODSIDE LN E #13 1851 KUBEL CIR 2400 LARKSPUR LN #264 939 FULTON AVE #507 803 COMMONS DR 2100 BOWLING GREEN DR 2329 PAMELA LN 843 WOODSIDE LN E #2 2313 BELL ST 1515 HOOD RD UNIT A

$310,000 $205,000 $155,000 $235,000 $300,000 $170,000 $230,000 $223,000 $170,500 $331,000 $162,898 $345,000 $252,200 $279,900 $155,000 $330,000 $151,000 $248,000 $325,000 $175,000 $185,000 $158,000 $346,000 $170,000 $555,000 $259,000 $120,000 $164,000 $110,000 $125,000 $215,000 $159,000 $324,000 $120,000 $146,000 $390,000 $360,000 $163,000 $130,000 $172,000 $178,000 $74,500 $242,000 $445,500 $350,000 $142,000 $175,000 $140,000 $140,000 $117,000 $235,000 $128,550 $69,000 $177,000 $68,000 $76,000 $100,000 $199,900 $84,000 $236,000 $82,500 $77,900 $335,000 $157,000 $175,000 $111,000 $125,000 $91,000

406 ELMHURST CIR 2360 LLOYD LN 2344 ESTRELLITA WAY 1019 DORNAJO WAY WAY #158 2294 SIERRA BLVD #C 2860 ARMSTRONG DR 521 WOODSIDE OAKS #3 2016 UNIVERSITY PARK DR 521 WOODSIDE OAKS #2 2124 ETHAN WAY 987 FULTON AVE #475 2430 PAVILIONS PLACE LN #610 2430 PAVILIONS PLACE LN #403 2262 WOODSIDE LN #1 1505 HOOD RD UNIT C 749 COMMONS DR 1109 DUNBARTON CIR 2280 HURLEY WAY #51

$320,000 $142,500 $165,000 $60,000 $160,000 $185,000 $139,900 $365,000 $140,000 $60,000 $47,000 $515,000 $505,000 $118,500 $71,000 $350,000 $369,000 $115,000

95831 GREENHAVEN, S LAND PARK 18 ALSTAN CT 40 HAVENWOOD CIR 438 DE MAR DR 6285 FORDHAM WAY 115 FORTADO CIR 6892 PARK RIVIERA WAY 302 CRUISE WAY 6515 BENHAM 626 RIVERCREST DR 1271 SILVER RIDGE WAY 5 RIVERPORT CIR 7743 RIVER GROVE CIR 27 GENOA CT 6160 S LAND PARK DR 1104 ROUNDTREE CT 6995 WATERVIEW WAY 20 SAIL CT 8115 RUSH RIVER DR 6471 13TH ST 7231 LONG RIVER DR 1069 L ALOUTTE WAY 6 KINGBIRD CT 31 BLUE WATER CIR 7308 POCKET RD 7950 COLLINS ISLE LN

95864 ARDEN

2037 MISSION AVE 1420 WYANT WAY 411 BURBANK WAY 420 CROCKER RD 1371 EL NIDO WAY 1210 FITCH WAY 3137 CHURCHILL RD 4205 BIRGIT WAY 3041 KADEMA DR 1312 RUSHDEN DR 3413 TEMBROOK DR 3140 ADAMS RD 2316 MORLEY WAY 741 CASMALIA WAY 651 MILLS RD 376 WYNDGATE RD 3716 DUBAC WAY 2419 CATHAY WAY 2721 LATHAM DR 2611 HUNTINGTON RD 3013 HUNTINGTON RD 180 WESTCOTT WAY 3909 BERRENDO DR 3881 CRONDALL DR 3915 EL RICON WAY

$1,004,000 $340,000 $269,000 $312,000 $274,000 $323,000 $360,000 $350,000 $330,000 $275,000 $287,000 $342,500 $250,000 $319,000 $101,000 $295,000 $580,000 $345,000 $337,000 $177,000 $405,000 $325,000 $275,000 $249,000 $385,724

$310,000 $170,000 $1,500,500 $1,900,000 $521,000 $539,000 $195,000 $345,000 $509,500 $120,000 $130,000 $760,000 $650,000 $709,000 $1,100,000 $659,000 $210,000 $200,000 $500,000 $1,095,000 $716,000 $600,000 $350,000 $740,000 $407,000

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Natalie’s Story GRIEVING PARENTS USE TRAGEDY TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT FOOD ALLERGIES

BY KELLIE RANDLE CONVERSATION PIECE

n July 26, 13-year-old Natalie Giorgi took one bite of a Rice Krispies treat containing peanut butter during a family vacation at Camp Sacramento. Allergic to peanuts, she knew something was wrong and spit the treat out. Despite prompt medical care, she died later that evening. In the months that have followed, her grieving family has turned their tragedy into a crusade for allergy awareness. Here, her parents, Carmichael residents Louis and Joanne Giorgi, speak about their desire to help other families avoid the grief of losing a child. How common are food allergies? Joanne: There are 5.9 million children who have a food allergy—one in every 13 kids in a classroom in the United States today. Since 1997, the rate of children with peanut allergies has doubled. Eight percent of U.S. children have food allergies that can include eggs, dairy, soy, wheat, fish, shellfish, peanuts and tree nuts. Research says that every three minutes, someone is in the emergency room with an allergic reaction.

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Louis and Joanne Giorgi hope to raise awareness of food allergies. They lost their daughter, Natalie, after she had a severe allergic reaction to peanuts.

Louis: People think, “My kid doesn’t have a food allergy. Why should I care?” The reason why people should care is threefold: The incidence is increasing, your allergy status can change, and 25 percent of serious allergic reactions are those that are previously undiagnosed.

Joanne: I hope that we bring awareness. People just assume it’s not real. We have a responsibility to educate people now. There are simple things we can do to make environments safe for everyone. I think people have a newfound appreciation for food allergies.

What are you trying to accomplish with your work on behalf of food allergies?

Why did you decide to use your family’s tragedy to help others? Joanne: It helps make sense of our loss to know that we can

keep momentum going and effect positive change. We want people to understand this is serious. We have to do everything we can to protect kids. Most people have said, “Wow. I had no idea.” We’ve already saved a lot of lives just by sharing Natalie’s story. I believe in the greater good of trying to protect children. If we can reasonably take steps to help protect these children who have food allergies, then we will be successful.

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900 UNIVERSITY AVE., SUITE 101 SACRAMENTO, CA 95825 Tell me about the foundation you established in your daughter’s name. Joanne: The Natalie Giorgi Sunshine Foundation was set up in Natalie’s memory. We want it to focus on education, awareness and research. By starting the foundation, we can educate people so that nobody else will have a child die the way Natalie did. Nobody should die that way, whether it’s a child or an adult. Louis: We worked with Assemblyman Richard Pan to pass a bill in the Assembly on allergy awareness. Next year, we hope to do even more. We are working with a national organization called FARE: Food Allergy Research & Education. We see Natalie’s foundation working hand in hand with them on this cause.

Parents tell us Natalie’s story has saved their child’s life. What’s your long-term goal? Joanne: We hope the foundation can help make life safer for children. We want to keep kids safe and alive. That’s the message we get from parents across the country. People write to us from all over the world. Natalie’s story has touched so many people. Parents tell us Natalie’s story has saved their child’s life, because now the school is listening to them or people understand their concerns more readily.

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Louis: Avoiding the exposure is the No. 1 thing to keep kids safe. When the seatbelt law passed in 1986, people hated it. They complained that it ruined their tie, wrinkled their dress. But we imposed it because we know it keeps people safe. You can choose not to wear a seatbelt, but in the end we’ve decided we’re going to protect people. Every child has the right to a safe school and play environment. With simple changes in attitudes and behaviors, we can make this happen. What can people do to help spread awareness and keep Natalie’s memory alive? Joanne: They can tell Natalie’s story. Speak up about it! When people scoff about food allergies, they should say, “Let me tell you a story about a 13-year-old girl.” She was met with the worst-case scenario. Louis: She was diagnosed at age 3 after a mild reaction and had never had a reaction since. She was vigilant about avoiding foods, knowing she couldn’t eat things, reading labels. We did everything right. Joanne: We can start simply: being compassionate and understanding of the children who do have food allergies. Being mindful that this is a real disease and a disease that does kill. It’s that simple. Share Natalie’s story. Let people know it does happen. Natalie would love that people care and are going to try and do things differently. For more information about the Natalie Giorgi Sunshine Foundation, go to nateam.org. n

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A Passion for Parrots THIS STORE FINDS A HOME FOR EXOTIC BIRDS IN NEED OF RESCUE

BY SUE OWENS WRIGHT PETS & THEIR PEOPLE

hile heading down J Street in East Sacramento, you might have spied some unusual winged creatures at the location once occupied by Knott’s Pharmacy. Parrot Planet specializes in the sale of affectionate, hand-fed birds at reasonable prices and is committed to responsible pet ownership. That’s because the inspiration for Parrot Planet evolved from The Wing Foundation, a parrot rescue service. Dana Strome is the heart and soul of both. Strome has long been passionate about parrots. For the past 20 years, she has rescued and found homes for more than 800 parrots at her own expense and free of charge to adopters. Having seen the consequence of exotic avians being sold for profit with little or no concern for their fate, she is dedicated to improving their lives by educating people about keeping parrots as pets. At Parrot Planet, I discover that every parrot has a unique personality,

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Co-owner Steven Hildreth and Sidney share a snuggle at Parrot Planet

just like people do. Not all parrots are people friendly, Strome says, but these birds certainly are. They preen cage-free on their perches and seem eager to greet customers. A sulphurcrested cockatoo spreads her wings, inviting me to stroke the pleasantly soft, yellow-tinged feathers beneath. She loves to be tickled there. You may remember this breed from Fred, the cockatoo on the “Baretta” TV

series. I have never forgotten Fred’s impression of Clint Eastwood. A red-shouldered mini macaw telegraphs up my arm to perch on my shoulder. He’s fascinated by my earrings and the turquoise stone in my ring. As one who has always been wary of sharp scissor beaks, I am charmed by how gentle and sociable these birds are. Parrots often choose their people and bond strongly with them. When the playful young macaw

begins to nibble at my ear, I get the feeling I’ve been chosen. I think I’m in love! If I thought I’d be around for the 40 years a parrot typically lives, I’d probably have chosen him, too. Having a parrot for a pet is definitely a long-term commitment. I’m also introduced to an African grey parrot, a breed prized for its gentle nature and ability to mimic speech. “This is the Rolls-Royce of parrots,” Strome remarks. Indeed, he is the color of a Silver Cloud. “He talks and understands what he’s saying,” says Strome. When you look into his intelligent golden eyes, you know it’s true. The tamest bird I encounter in the shop that day is a magnificent blueand-gold macaw that was hand-raised from the time it was hatched and hand-fed every two hours around the clock. When Strome kisses him on the beak, he closes his eyes and fluffs the azure feathers on his head, a sign of parrot pleasure. All of Strome’s baby parrots are hand-raised from the egg, which assures they are gentle and not fearful of being handled by people. Biting parrots have often been abused, so hands can be scary things to them. Strome won’t sell a biting bird or put it on display. Those birds will go to a sanctuary. Parrot Planet stocks everything to keep a parrot happy and healthy. Choose from an extensive supply of special feeds, a selection of elegant, roomy cages and a wide array of colorful parrot paraphernalia. As stated in the store’s Parrots’ Bill of Rights, which is distributed to potential buyers, it’s important

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Please join us as we celebrate our 40th year of the Sacred Heart Parish School Holiday Home Tour. The tour showcases 5 Fabulous Forties homes magically decorated for the holidays by top area designers. One the school grounds, we welcome you to the Holiday Boutique where you can purchase unique and creative gifts and a full menu in our Cafe. No ticket is required to shop or dine. Purchase tickets online or see a list of our retail locations at saredhearthometour.com to remember that parrots are not domesticated pets like a dog or cat but still possess the wild spirit of the jungle. They are not status symbols or amusing ornaments for home dĂŠcor but unique, feeling beings. Parrots have special needs you may find hard to fill. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why many end up in rescue, so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to learn all about these birds before bringing one home. Strome takes the welfare of her birds very seriously. These parrots donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t go to just any home. If you arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t considered a good match for a parrot as a pet, the store wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sell you one. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not about making a saleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s about placing each bird in the best possible home. Before you buy a parrot, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be educated about parrots and their care by the storeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s avian expert. New owners are encouraged to find a veterinarian who specializes in the care of parrots, such as Dr. Jeanne Smith of Avian Health Services. The store offers a discount for a new-bird physical exam with Dr. Smith when you purchase one of its parrots.

Parrot Planetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s star is Ariel the Toucan. She purrs like a cat when sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s happy, and sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never bite. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s comforting to know considering the size of her bill. I ask if Ariel is also for sale, but no, she is Stromeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s special pet. She admits she gets very attached to all her birds. â&#x20AC;&#x153;In the beginning, I could see myself not wanting to let the birds go, saying â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;No, you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have this one or that one,â&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;? says Strome. But, like all good bird moms, she raises her fledglings well and prepares them to eventually leave the nestâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and the store. After visiting Parrot Planet, I left with a new appreciation for these intelligent, loving pets. I highly recommend you and your family explore this planet soon for an uplifting experience. Sue Owens Wright is an awardwinning author of books and articles about dogs. Look for the Kindle edition of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Braced for Murder,â&#x20AC;? her latest book in the Beanie and Cruiser Series from Five Star Publishing. She can be reached at beanieandcruiser@ aol.com. n

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“Comes the Fall,” debuted last year at number 26 on CMJ’s Jazz Top-40 chart—right behind Diana Krall— and has been played on more than 110 radio stations across the world, including in Canada, Japan, Australia and the Netherlands. For her second album, Duncan hired a publicist. “It was the best decision I ever made,” she says. “When a publicist sends it to the programmers at different radio stations, it says to them, ‘Someone who knows music has liked this—and if you listen to it, you’ll like it, too.’”

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eth Duncan can’t sit still. Whether she’s performing to the percussive beats of her favorite musical genre, jazz, or lending her mellifluous voice to radio news, Duncan is a whirling dervish of action and artistry. “Rhythm is part of my soul,” she says with the velvet vocal resonance that has made her not just a popular jazz singer but has also kept her busy as a broadcast journalist for more than 40 years. “I make a living off my vocal chords,” she confirms. Duncan has had rhythm and music in her soul since she was 5 years old, when she can remember first singing in church. She could always be found in the music room at school, and she was an active participant in choir. But it wasn’t until Duncan reached her 20s that she felt like she’d finally found her voice. “I blossomed really late,” says Duncan, who lives in River Park. “One of my heroes is Barbra Streisand. I’d listen to her voice and think, ‘Why should I even bother?’ But then I trained with a vocal coach in Berkeley, who gave me a lot of confidence and helped put my feet on the ground.” It didn’t take long for Duncan to rediscover the jazz roots that had been lying dormant since her childhood years. “As a little kid, my older brother loved jazz,” Duncan recalls. “He painted his room black, had bongos, and I would hear Dave Brubeck, Miles Davis, Stan Getz and Mel Tormé wafting out of his room. The music

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Even with a busy performance schedule, Duncan is still lending her veteran voice to radio news and traffic reports on stations throughout the region.

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washed over me and into me, so it seemed like a natural thing for me to like that kind of music. Jazz really is my first love.” After spending time on the road singing with a rock-’n’-roll band, Duncan decided to return to

her roots. Twelve years ago, she dedicated herself almost exclusively to performing and recording jazz. Her first album, “Orange Colored Sky,” was released in 2005 to critical acclaim, and her jazz journey truly began. Duncan’s second album,

It didn’t take a publicist, however, to convince the judges of the Independent Music Awards that Duncan’s music was something special. This past July, Duncan won top honors in the Cabaret Song category for her album’s title single at the IMAs—singled out of hundreds of submissions from self-released and indie label competitors from more than 70 countries by guest judges that included Tom Waits, Suzanne Vega and “Weird Al” Yankovic. Duncan credits her collaboration with the

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song’s composer, Martine Tabilio, for the song’s success. Like everything else, she’s taking the accolades in stride. “When peers like what you’re doing, it gives you the encouragement to continue,” Duncan says simply. “When people ask what getting an award like this means, I always say that it means I’m going to sing more. It’s not easy to be motivated. Recognition is an affirmation to keep my creativity going.” It appears that there’s no rest for the talented. Even with a busy performance schedule and plans for a third album in the works, Duncan is still lending her veteran voice to radio news and traffic reports on stations throughout the region. “As strange as it sounds, I keep working in broadcast media because it’s more stable,” Duncan says with a laugh. “I’ve been a reporter on KFBK, I did traffic for News 10 and I’ve been working with an independent news and traffic company called Metro Networks for the past 20 years. Just by flipping a switch, I can serve stations all over the place. I do traffic on The FISH and reporting on 1380 and Clear Channel.” Whether she’s singing standards straight or improvising around a familiar melody, Duncan does it all for the same reason she did when she was 5. “I’m just thrilled to be singing,” she says. Beth Duncan will perform with the Beth Duncan Jazz Sextet on Sunday, Nov. 10, at 5 p.m. at JB’s Lounge at the Clarion Inn (1400 Arden Way). For more information, go to bethduncan.com. n

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re you green on the green? Learn what it takes to drive, sink and putt like a pro at the Golf Gapper’s Beginning Ladies Open House and Sunice Trunk Show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 9 at the G2 Golf Center. Sample snacks, enter to win door prizes, check out the Sunice golf apparel trunk show and close the gulf in your golf knowledge at this informative event. Take a tour of the facilities, sign up for a class or two and get your golf game analyzed with LPGA pro (and G2 Golf Center owner) Dr. Jenni Martin. For more information, call 8378952 or go to thegolfgapper.com. The G2 Golf Center is at 4147 Northgate Blvd., Suite 5.

THE WORLD GOES ’ROUND Got your passport ready? Lucky for you, you won’t need it. Celebrate the holiday season with international aplomb at the Christmas Around the World Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9, at the Hellenic Center in East Sacramento.

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Hosted by the Eastern Christian Churches Women’s Association of Sacramento, the event will include delicious delicacies from Armenia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Greece, the Middle East, Russia, Slovakia and the Ukraine—and multicultural Christmas cheer, of course. For more information, call 4569794. The Hellenic Center is at 614 Alhambra Blvd.

DANCING THE NIGHT AWAY If you have youngsters whose heads are full of fairytales, don’t miss the chance to bring them to

see a beloved legend brought to life by the Sacramento Ballet. Ron Cunningham’s “Cinderella” comes to the Community Center Theater for only three performances on Nov. 2 and 3. Cunningham’s beautiful version of this riveting rags-to-riches tale has been performed around the world for more than 30 million people. It now returns home for this loving revival complete with all of the stunning costumes, elegant sets and dreamy dancing you remember. But make sure you buy your tickets early: With only three performances, the production is sure to sell out, and you don’t want to get caught out at

midnight as your coach turns into a pumpkin! Performances are at 1 and 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 2 and at 1 p.m. on Nov. 3. For tickets and more information, call 808-5181 or go to sacballet.org. The Community Center Theater is at 1301 L St.

SEEING STARS Hoping to hear the song stylings of two world-renowned and celebrated singers in the comfort of your own hometown? Don’t miss the International Stars of Opera Recital presented by Two in Tune (a partnership of the Sacramento

Opera and Sacramento Philharmonic Orchestra) at 8 p.m. on Nov. 22 at the Crest Theatre. Soprano Ruth Ann Swenson and tenor Frank Lopardo, along with with Mark Robson on piano, will perform some of opera’s best-loved arias and duets. Swenson’s colorful coloratura voice has thrilled audiences on two continents, and Lopardo has performed more than 180 times at the Metropolitan Opera as well as at the Royal Opera House, Vienna State Opera and Glyndebourne Opera Festival. Sound like music to your ears? You can even rub elbows with the singers themselves at the “Meet the Stars” catered reception following the performance with the purchase of VIP tickets. For tickets and more information, call 44-CREST (4427378), visit the Crest box office in person at 1013 K St., or go to 2intune. org.

OH, JOY! Surely you know the famous strains of Ludwig van Beethoven’s ninth symphony, but have you heard it reverberating with the vibrant acoustics of the Fremont Presbyterian Church’s newly built performance space? Don’t miss the Camellia Symphony Orchestra’s performance of “Ode to Joy!” at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16 at Fremont Presbyterian. First performed in 1824, Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 was considered revolutionary and is revered by music lovers the world over to this day. “This is a work about mankind,” says CSO maestro Christian Baldini. “It’s a philosophical musical work which takes us on a journey to explore the differences that we encounter in life, our inner and external struggles, love and, above all, universal brotherhood. This symphony has remained relevant because of the beauty and power of its music.” The performance will be paired with works by Beethoven’s teacher, Antonio Salieri, and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, featuring singers Robin Fisher (soprano), Tania Mannion (mezzo-soprano),

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YOU CAN CALL HIM AL Former vice president. Bestselling author. Oscar winner. Nobel Peace Prize winner. For all those accolades, only one man comes to mind: Al Gore, who will also come to the Community Center Theater as part of the Sacramento Speakers Series at 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12. Though he’s best known for his eight-year stint as the 45th vice president of the United States alongside President Bill Clinton and his own bid for the presidency in 2000, Gore is more than just a powerful politico. After the Florida fiasco left him without an oval office, Gore turned his attention to issues surrounding global warming. He has since written the bestsellers “Earth in the Balance,” “The Assault on Reason,” “Our Choice: A Plan to Solve the Climate Crisis” and “An Inconvenient Truth.” The latter was turned into a documentary for which Gore won an Oscar, and not long after, he was awarded the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize for “informing the world of the dangers posed by climate change.”

For tickets and more information, call 388-1100 or go to sacramentospeakers.com. The Community Center Theater is at 1301 L St.

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SHE WILL SURVIVE For a story of survival and strength you’ll never forget, don’t miss the special one-time speaking engagement of Immaculee Ilibagiza, a survivor of the Rwandan genocide and now a bestselling author, at 1 p.m. on Nov. 9 at Our Lady of the Assumption Parish in Carmichael. In 1994, almost 1 million Rwandans were massacred in just over three months—and Ilibagiza was there to see it. Hiding out with seven other women in a 3-by-4-foot bedroom for 91 days, Ilibagiza was able to find her faith and survive to tell her tale in her riveting first book, “Left To Tell.” The book made it onto The New York Times bestseller list and now has its illustrious and iron-willed author traveling the country speaking about her experience. Don’t pass up the chance to hear her yourself right here in Sacramento. For more information about Ilibagiza, go to immaculee.com. For tickets and more information about the speaking engagement, go to presentationwyd.org. Questions? Email jmark9876@comcast.net. Our Lady of the Assumption Parish is at 2141 Walnut Ave. in Carmichael.

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What’s better than wine, women and shoes? Nothing, if you ask the event coordinators at St. John’s Shelter Program for Women and Children. Kick up your heels, and help homeless women get back on their feet, at the aptly named “Wine, Women and Shoes” event from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Center at Twenty-Three Hundred. Enjoy an array of wine tastings, shop till you drop at the glass slipper auction, and take in the riveting runway show featuring designer duds from Julius, Madame Butterfly, Hamilton Jewelers, Charlene Court Designs, R Douglas Custom Clothier, GoodStock, Khirma Eliazov, Cuffs, Elizabeth Galindo, Shaw Shoes, Elizabeth Charles SF and Laura Khoury. Prepared to be pampered? A handful of handsome “Shomoliers” (also known as Shoe Guys) will be on hand to present perfect pairings of wine and shoes on silver platters during the silent auction. Proceeds from the event will benefit St. John’s Shelter Program for Women and Children, the largest shelter in Sacramento County focused exclusively on homeless women and children. Since 1985, the program has helped more than 25,000 displaced women and children find their footing

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TEACHER’S PET Instead of a shiny red apple, why not show your teacher you care with a shiny piece of art? That’s just what artist Laurie Hopkins does at her show “Teachers Beware,” on view at Gallery 21-Ten through Nov. 5. Hopkins, herself a retired school counselor, examines the emotional and psychological impact of the teachers she’s had throughout her life with pieces that are just like the teachers they commemorate: powerful, hopeful, vulnerable and profoundly influential.

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SPARE SOME CHANGE? Change is in the air leaves are turning, the temperature’s dropping, socks and boots have come out of storage in more than just the atmosphere. Mark Snyder and Amy Guthrie, co-owners of C & C Merchants, Inc. and the children of Bill Snyder, co-founder of the beloved bygone store William Glen, announced this May that their company will now be called William Glen Inc. in commemoration of what would have been the store’s 50th anniversary. “We are proud of our family’s five decades of welcoming Sacramentans

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into our retail stores,” says Guthrie. “With the new name, we feel like we’ve come home.” Guthrie and her brother’s popular retail outposts, Christmas & Company and Chef’s Mercantile, are still flourishing in Old Sacramento. They will retain their storefront names in the transition, but will operate under the umbrella of William Glen Boutiques. So what does this mean for savvy Sacramento shoppers? It means that should you need access to beautiful candles, fine china, crystal, housewares, unique gifts, cool kitchen gadgets or the widest array of Christmas goods in the county, you still know just where to go: the William Glen Boutiques—Christmas & Company and Chef’s Mercantile— in Old Sacramento. For more information, call 7375636 or go to shopwilliamglen.com. The William Glen Boutiques are at 116 K St.

MYERS AND THE MACHINE Happy second birthday, Alex Bult Gallery! Celebrate in style with the gallery’s November solo show of artist

Jeff Myers’ haunting exhibition “The Secret Life of Machines,” on display Nov. 5 through Dec. 7. “I have always been interested in environmental and sociological contrasts and contradictions,” Myers says. “Employing different cultural time periods in history with the contemporary in the same tableaux, a type of deconstructive blending occurs.” If this description has your head spinning, all you need to know is this: Myers’ oil paintings feature large, antiquated farm machinery or other pieces of discarded equipment amid a superimposed landscape of contemporary cities such as Tokyo and New York. This “man vs. wild,” “urban versus agricultural” motif creates an effect that’s both eerie and beautiful in Myers’ compelling paintings. Ask him about his artistic intentions yourself at the preview party from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7 or at the Second Saturday artist reception from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9. We’re hoping they’ll serve birthday cake. For more information, call 4765540 or go to alexbultgallery.com. The Alex Bult Gallery is at 1114 21st St., Suite B.

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If Archival Gallery owner D. Neath says that she’s showing work by “two of Sacramento’s rising stars,” you need to see it for yourself, ASAP. Pieces by John Stuart Berger and Sean Royal are on display at Archival Gallery through Nov. 30. John Stuart Berger first started showing his popular narrative paintings in the late 1980s at the esteemed (now defunct) Himovitz Gallery. His imaginative pieces range from the whimsical to the disturbing, and are always entertaining. If you’re looking for something with a little more retro flair, check out Sean Royal’s “Light Boxes,” beautiful portraits painted on plexi-glass and illuminated from within. Greet the creators in person at the Second Saturday reception from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9. For more information, call 923-6204 or go to archivalframe.com. Archival Gallery is at 3223 Folsom Blvd.

What’s better than wine tasting? Being the first one to taste it! Sip to your satisfaction at La Fête du Beaujolais Nouveau (translation: wine party) hosted by the Alliance Française de Sacramento from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23 at Silverado Design Center. Each year, much of France, and much of the world, breathlessly awaits the release of that year’s famously fruity Beaujolais wine crop. Taste the 2013 vintage alongside other popular French wines and hors d’oeuvres from local restaurants at this year’s Fête, emceed by KCRATV’s David Bienick. Your palate isn’t the only thing that will be benefitting from the evening’s festivities: Proceeds will benefit the Alliance Française de Sacramento, which offers French language courses for adults and children as well as various cultural events throughout the

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GET IN SHAPE The Crocker Art Museum is chockfull of activities to make your autumn awesome, starting with the opening of the exhibition “The Shape of Things: Warren MacKenzie Ceramics” on Nov. 10. MacKenzie is touted as one of the most influential ceramists in the country. Throughout his 60 years of working and teaching, he’s fine-tuned his feats of clay like no other, exploring the shape and significance of pottery pieces made specifically for eating, drinking and serving. The exhibition to honor this pottery pioneer is culled from a collection recently donated to the Crocker by Susanna and George Grossman and is on display through Feb. 23. If that has you jumping for joy, just wait until you lend an ear to the classical concert featuring Allégresse (French for “joy”) at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10. The trio of Annie Gnojek, Margaret Marco and Ellen Bottorff (on flute, oboe and piano, respectively) will perform a riveting repertoire of work by female composers in conjunction with Sacramento State’s 36th Festival

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1716 L St. 443-7685

B L D $ No table service at this coffee roaster and bakery, also serving creative artisanal sandwiches

Paesano’s Pizzeria

1806 Capitol Ave. 447-8646

L D $$ Gourmet pizza, pasta, salads in casual setting • Paesanos.biz

Paragary’s Bar & Oven 1401 28th St. 457-5737

D $$ Full Bar Outdoor Patio California cuisine with an Italian touch • Paragarys.com

Suzie Burger

29th and P Sts. 455-3300

L D $ Classic burgers, cheesesteaks, shakes, chili dogs, and other tasty treats • suzieburger.com

L D $$$ Wine/Beer California cuisine served in a chic, upscale setting • 58degrees.com

Fox & Goose Public House 1001 R St. 443-8825

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Jamie’s Bar & Grill • 427 Broadway • 442-4044

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Tapa The World 2115 J St. 442-4353

B L D $-$$ Wine/Beer English Pub favorites in an historic setting • Foxandgoose.com

L D $-$$ Wine/Beer/Sangria Spanish/world cuisine in a casual authentic atmosphere, live flamenco music - tapathewworld.com

Harlow’s Restaurant

Thai Basil Café

L D $$ Full Bar Modern Italian/California cuisine with Asian inspirations • Harlows.com

L D $-$$ Wine/Beer Patio Housemade curries among their authentic Thai specialties Thaibasilrestaurant.com

2708 J Street 441-4693

2431 J St. 442-7690

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Pies

Pumpkin Pecan Berry Apple

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Creamy Mashed Potatoes Housemade Roast Turkey Gravy from roast turkey pan drippings

Brussels Sprouts with sautéed bacon and onion

Fresh Housemade Cranberry Sauce with a touch of orange

Fresh Soft Rolls

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BUILD YOUR OWN Traditionally Roasted Boneless Turkey Breast Honey Glazed House Baked Ham Housemade Roast Turkey Gravy Selland’s Famous Macaroni And Cheese Traditional Herbed Sourdough Stuﬃng Creamy Mashed Potatoes Brussels Sprouts with Sautéed Bacon and Onion Fresh Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest Fresh Soft Rolls (White or Wheat)

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FROM from page 80 is casual, compact and exciting, featuring a majority of dishes priced at $10. A few months after the launch, the bar is packed and the restaurant is buzzing with activity. News personalities and prominent politicians can be seen through the oversized front windows, and the cocktails are some of the best in town. Unfortunately, the menu has not yet materialized as that sumptuous, unparalleled offering that so many hoped it would be. In two trips to Capital Dime, I had only two dishes that I would call impressive: clams and chorizo and mac and cheese. The clams were amazingly flavorful, with the creamy bath they inhabited redolent of sherry and roasted garlic. The mac and cheese kicked major butt thanks to a hearty helping of pork belly. Other dishes came with major flaws. A pasta dish featured noodles stuck together in chewy clumps. A steak was so charred on the outside

IRON

Citrus salad from Capitol Dime in Midtown

that the carbon overshadowed any flavor of the rosy-pink meat within. And squash bisque tasted like nothing more than chicken stock.

Grand Opening New Menu

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Keith Swiryn Executive Chef and General Manager

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undertaking up to the level that so many thought it could achieve. Capital Dime is at 1801 L St.; 4431010; capitaldime.com. n

order your Thanksgiving dinner, pies, rolls & all of the trimmings . . . turkey dinner turkey breast, mashed potatoes, traditional gravy, rustic herb ciabatta stuffing, cranberry sauce & dinner roll

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The Waterboy

Istanbul Bistro

L D $$-$$$ Full Bar Patio Fine South of France and northern Italian cuisine in a chic neighborhood setting • waterboyrestaurant.com

L D $ Beer Turkish and mediterranean cuisine in an intimate setting

2000 Capitol Ave. 498-9891

Zocolo

1801 Capitol Ave. 441-0303

L D $$-$$$ Full Bar Patio Regional Mexican cuisine served in an authentic artistic setting • zocolosacramento.com

EAST SAC 33rd Street Bistro

3301 Folsom Blvd. 455-2233

B L D $$ Full Bar Patio Pacific Northwest cuisine in a casual bistro setting • 33rdstreetbistro.com

Burr's Fountain 4920 Folsom Blvd. 452-5516

B L D $ Fountain-style diner serving burgers, sandwiches, soup and ice cream specialties

Clark's Corner Restaurant 5641 J St.

B L D Full Bar $$ American cuisine in a casual historic setting. Breakfast on weekends.

Clubhouse 56

723 56th. Street 454-5656

BLD Full Bar $$ American. HD sports, kid's menu, breakfast weekends, Late night dining

Evan’s Kitchen 855 57th St. 452-3896

B L D Wine/Beer $$ Eclectic California cuisine served in a family-friendly atmosphere, Kid’s menu, winemaker dinners, daily lunch specials, community table for single diners • Chefevan.com

Español 5723 Folsom Blvd. 457-3679

L D Full Bar $-$$ Classic Italian cuisine served in a traditional family-style atmosphere

Formoli's Bistro 3839 J St. 448-5699

B L D Wine/Beer Patio $$ Mediterranean influenced cuisine in a neighborhood setting •

Hot City Pizza

5642 J St. 731-8888

L D $ Pizza for Dine In or Take Out or Delivery 100 Beers on tap • eastsacpizza.com

3260B J St. 449-8810

La Bombe Ice Cream & More

French-inspired pastries, cakes and breads handcrafted on-site every morning by artisan bakers and chefs!

FRIDAYS

Doughnut Day

3020 H Street 448-2334

L D $ European and American Frozen Confections, sandwiches, soups and espresso

La Trattoria Bohemia 3649 J St. 455-7803

L D Wine/Beer $-$$ Italian and Czech specialties in a neighborhood bistro setting

Les Baux

5090 Folsom Blvd. 739-1348

BLD $ Wine/Beer Unique boulangerie, café & bistro serving affordable delicious food/drinks all day long • lesbauxbakery.com

Opa! Opa!

5644 J St. 451-4000

L D Wine/Beer $ Fresh Greek cuisine in a chic, casual setting, counter service

Nopalitos

5530 H St. 452-8226

B L $ Wine/Beer Southwestern fare in a casual diner setting

Selland's Market Cafe 5340 H St. 473-3333

B L D $$-$$$ Wine/Beer High quality handcrafted food to eat in or take out, wine bar

SUNDAY Croixnut Day

(ﬂavor changes every week)

FRENCH TEA SERVICE

$25/PERSON Set menu includes: tea sandwiches, assorted pastries, macaroon, tarts and choice of organic tea (reservation required)

Located on the corner of 9th & K in downtown Sacramento M-F 7-6, Sat 8-6, Sun 8-4 | 551-1500 | info@estellspatisserie.com

Downtown & Vine 1200 K Street #8 228-4518

Educational tasting experience of wines by the taste, flight or glass • downtownandvine.com

Ella Dining Room & Bar 1131 K St. 443-3772

L D $$$ Full Bar Modern American cuisine served family-style in a chic, upscale space • Elladiningroomandbar.com

Esquire Grill 1213 K St. 448-8900

L D $$-$$$ Full Bar Outdoor Dining Upscale American fare served in an elegant setting • Paragarys.com

Star Ginger

Estelle's Patisserie

901 K St. 916-551-1500 L D $$-$$$ French-inspired Bakery serving fresh pastry & desserts, artisan breads and handcrafted sandwiches. EstellesPatisserie.com

Fat's City Bar & Cafe 1001 Front St. 446-6768

D $$-$$$ Full Bar Steaks and Asian specialties served in a casual historic Old Sac location • Fatsrestaurants.com

The Firehouse Restaurant 1112 Second St. 442-4772

L D $$$ Full Bar Global and California cuisine in an upscale historic Old Sac setting • Firehouseoldsac.com

3101 Folsom Blvd. 231-8888

L D $$ Asian Grill and Noodle Bar

Subway 5539 H Street 451-6500

LD $ Another healthy and fresh choice for the neighborhood.

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400 L St. 321-9522

L D $$ Full Bar American cooking in an historic atmosphere • foundationsacramento.com

Chops Steak Seafood & Bar 1117 11th St. 447-8900

L D $$$ Full Bar Steakhouse serving dry-aged prime beef in an upscale club atmosphere Chop

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57th & J St

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Frank Fat’s

LAND PARK

L D Full Bar $$-$$$ Chinese favorites in an elegant setting • Fatsrestaurants.com

Casa Garden Restaurant

806 L St. 442-7092

Il Fornaio

400 Capitol Mall 446-4100

L D Full Bar $$$ Fine Northern Italian cuisine in a chic, upscale atmosphere • Ilfornaio.com

2760 Sutterville Road 452-2809

L D $$ • D with minimum diners call to inquire $$ Wine/Beer. Elegantly presented American cuisine. Operated by volunteers to benefit Sacramento Children's Home. Small and large groups. casagardenrestaurant.org

Grange

Freeport Bakery

B L D Full Bar $$$ Simple, seasonal, soulful • grangerestaurant.com

B L $ Award-winning baked goods and cakes for eat in or take out • Freeportbakery.com

Hock Farm Craft & Provision

Iron Grill

2966 Freeport Blvd. 442-4256

926 J Street • 492-4450

1415 L St. 440-8888

L D $$-$$ Full Bar Celebration of the region's rich history and bountiful terrain • Paragarys.com

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L D $$-$$$ Full Bar Upscale neighborhood steakhouse • Ironsteaks.com

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Tower Café

Mikuni Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar

Jamie's Bar and Grill

1518 Broadway 441-0222

L D Full Bar $$-$$$ Japanese cuisine served in an upscale setting • Mikunisushi.com

L D $ Full Bar Featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. Dine in or take out since 1986

Willie's Burgers

1530 J St. 447-2112

Ten 22

1022 Second St. 441-2211

L D Wine/Beer $$ American bistro favorites with a modern twist in a casual, Old Sac setting • ten22oldsac.com

427 Broadway 442-4044

Riverside Clubhouse

2633 Riverside Drive 448-9988

L D $$ Full Bar Upscale American cuisine served in a contemporary setting • Riversideclubhouse.com

Taylor's Kitchen

2924 Freeport Boulevard 443-5154

D $$$ Wine/Beer Dinner served Wed. through Saturday. Reservations suggested but walk-ins welcome.

Happy Thanksgiving From m Your Friends at Mercy McMahon Terrace

B L D $$ Wine/Beer International cuisine with dessert specialties in a casual setting

2415 16th St. 444-2006

L D $ Great burgers and more. Open until 3 on Friday and Saturday • williesburgers.com

ARDENCARMICHAEL Bella Bru Café

5038 Fair Oaks Blvd. 485-2883

B L D $-$$ Full Bar Espresso, omelettes, salads, table service from 5 -9 p.m. • bellabrucafe.com

Café Vinoteca

2600 Fair Oaks Blvd. 481-4800

Matteo's Pizza

5132 Fair Oaks. Blvd. 779-0727

L D Beer/Wine $$ Neighborhood gathering place for pizza, pasta and grill dishes

The Mandarin Restaurant 4321 Arden Way 488-47794

D $$-$$$ Full Bar Gourmet Chineses food for 32 years • Dine in and take out

2381 Fair Oaks Blvd. 489-2000

Ristorante Piatti

571 Pavilions Lane 649-8885

L D $$ Full Bar Contemporary Italian cuisine in a casually elegant setting • piatti.com

Sam's Hof Brau

2500 Watt 482-2175 L D $$ Wine/Beer Fresh quality meats roasted daily • thehofbrau.com

L D $$ Wine/Beer Creative cuisine in a casual setting • Jacksoncateringevents.com

L D $$ Wine/Beer Featuring the great taste of Thai traditional specialties • sacthaihouse.com

2535 Fair Oaks Blvd. 481-5225 L D $ Full Bar Made-to-order comfort food in a casual setting • Jacksurbaneats.com

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L D $$ Full Bar Patio Vietnamese and Thai cuisine in a casual yet elegant setting

Thai House

Jack’s Urban Eats

601 Munroe St. 486-4891

Jackson Dining

1120 Fulton Ave. 483-7300

3865 J Street, East Sacramento at 39th & J

Lemon Grass Restaurant

Esther's Cupcakes

B L D $-$$ Wine/Beer Patio European-style gourmet café with salads, soup, spit-roasted chicken, and desserts in a bistro setting • Ettores.com

Independent Assisted Living Respite Care

L D $ House-made ice cream and specialties, soups and sandwiches

B L D $$-$$$ Full Bar American cuisine with a Western touch in a creative upscale atmosphere • roxyrestaurantandbar.com

2376 Fair Oaks Blvd. 482-0708

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2333 Arden Way 920-8382

Roxy

L D $$ Full Bar Italian bistro in a casual setting • Cafevinoteca.com

Ettore’s

Call Nicki for a complimentary tour and lunch (916) 733-6512

Leatherby’s Family Creamery

3535 Fair Oaks Blvd. 487-1331

Traditional and unusual flavor combinations • estherscupcakes.com

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The Kitchen

2225 Hurley Way 568-7171

D $$$ Wine/Beer Five-course gourmet demonstration dinner by reservation only • Thekitchenrestaurant.com

La Rosa Blanca Taqueria 3032 Auburn Blvd. 484-0139 2813 Fulton Ave. 484-6104

L D Full Bar $$-$$ Fresh Mexican food served in a colorful family-friendly setting

427 Munroe in Loehmann's 485-3888

Willie's Burgers

5050 Fair Oaks Blvd. 488-5050

L D $ Great burgers and more • williesburgers. com n

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DELIGHTFUL ELMHURST COTTAGE! Located on the T St greenbelt, this 1,386sqft brick cottage offers adjoining Liv & Din rms, an updtd Kitch, & a lrg bckyrd. The Mstr Bdrm hosts an adjacent Master Bath. Other amenities include hrdwd ﬂrs, interior paint, & a 2-car garage. $349,950 RICH CAZNEAUX 454-0323 BRE#: 01447558 EAST SAC! Lovely home in East Sac near Sac State. New kitchen & bath, Open and very light+guest house has two rooms with 1/2 bath. Owner wants offer. $385,000 MELANIE CONOVER 451-4972 BRE#: 00419087

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