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Publisher’s Letter

Inspired by community.

OCTOBER 2015

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elcome to the first edition of Sacramento Lifestyle.

I’m beyond excited for the launch of this publication and for it to be in the hands of thousands of area residents. I’ve been a Sacramento resident for almost 20 years and I'm so lucky to live in such an incredible place. From our theaters and fine dining, to snow skiing to golfing year round, it just doesn’t get any better than living in Sacramento.

Sacramento Lifestyle is passionately committed to engaging families, inspiring communities and connecting local businesses. We will produce a magazine that focuses on the good news of your community. That means interesting and compelling content about families, outstanding students and teachers, businesses, as well as fun community events.

publisher Lori Cruz | LCruz@LifestylePubs.com

editorial coordinator Mark Billingsley | Mark.Billingsley@LifestylePubs.com

contributing writers Corrie Pelc contributing photographers Steven Hellon

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This is your magazine. We invite your input. We have so much to talk about, to share and to explore. I hope you enjoy our publication as much as we have building it.

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ON THE COVER As the Golden 1 Center

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Lifestyle Letter

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see a lot of similarities between the construction of the Golden 1 Center downtown and building a magazine. I take pride in seeing the massive girders being hoisted onto the metal frame of the new downtown entertainment complex, knowing that the building will soon be a gorgeous venue for sports and entertainment of all types.

And I take great pride in seeing this magazine take shape as we added advertisers and content, knowing that our vision to deliver an entertaining and information-rich read each month has come into focus.

The cover photo of the Golden 1 Center speaks to me as an area resident.

There was a need and we, as a community, filled it. Upward and onward.

I want to echo what our publisher wrote: this is your magazine. So I’m asking for first-person lifestyle stories from readers about interesting hobbies, sports and other interests. Communicate with us about what you want to see this magazine become. I promise to respond to each and every call, letter or email.

Enjoy.

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Parting Thoughts

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The Golden 1 Center nears completion.

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Around Town SACRAMENTO ACHIEVES HIGHEST EMPLOYMENT GROWTH RATE AMONG LARGE COUNTIES Earlier this year, the U.S. Census Bureau announced that Sacramento had the highest employment growth rate among the 50 largest counties in the country. Sacramento County had an employment growth rate of 5.5 percent between 2012 to 2013, and annual payroll grew 9.9 percent to $20.9 billion during that time. Overall, California experienced a 3.5 percent increase in employment growth during that same period.

features 50 “Peanuts” Sunday and daily comic strips and more than 100 pieces of Peanuts-themed ephemera focused on football-themed storylines. Organized by the Charles M. Schulz Museum and Research Center in Santa Rosa, the exhibit coincides with the 65th anniversary of “Peanuts” on October 2, 2015, and the release of the strip’s first 3D animated feature film, “The Peanuts Movie,” in U.S. theaters on November 6, 2015. For more information, go to CaliforniaMuseum.org.

MAKE A POSITIVE CONNECTION TO THE WORLD BROADWAY SACRAMENTO KICKS OFF WITH ELF THE MUSICAL

The 2015-2016 Broadway Sacramento series begins next month with 13 performances of Elf the Musical, November 6-15, at the Community Center Theater in downtown Sacramento. Based on the book by Bob Martin and Thomas Meehan and film Elf starring Will Ferrell, the show tells the hilarious tale of Buddy - a young orphan child who mistakenly crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is transported back to the North Pole. Unaware that he is actually human, Buddy’s enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa’s permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father, discover his true identity and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas. Other shows scheduled for the 2015-2016 Broadway Sacramento series include Pippin, Disney's The Little Mermaid, The Book of Mormon, Newsies and Motown the Musical. For tickets and more information, go to CaliforniaMusicalTheatre.com.

CELEBRATE WORLD’S MOST POPULAR COMIC STRIP AT “PIGSKIN PEANUTS” Open now through January 3, 2016, at the California Museum, the national traveling exhibit “Pigskin Peanuts” chronicles the enduring cultural legacy of the world’s most popular comic strip. The exhibit 12

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Join other women as they celebrate positive thinking power from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on October 24 at the Arden Hills Country Club, 1220 Arden Hills Lane, for the Empowering You to Empower You Conference.

Take positive control over your thoughts by feeding your mind positive and empowering thoughts to maintain and enhance your mental well-being, attracting the wonderful life you intend and deserve. Join five lifestyle mentors as they help you reach your true potential. For more information, go to PositiveConnectionsToTheWorld.com.

APPLICATIONS FOR INNOVATOR OF THE YEAR AWARDS DUE OCT. 23 The Sacramento Regional Technology Alliance (SARTA) is seeking nominations for the 2015 Innovator of the Year Awards in Agriculture Tech, Clean Tech, High Tech, as well as the Claire Pomeroy Award for Innovation in Medical Technology. The awards recognize individuals in the Sacramento region whose innovative and high-impact inventions, products or designs have transformed some important aspect of their respective technology sectors. Application forms can be found online at TechConSacramento.com and the deadline for nominations for the awards is Friday, October 23 at 11:59 p.m.

SACRAMENTO CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU LAUNCHES NEW VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Give back and get to know your hometown even better by volunteering with the Sacramento Convention & Visitors Bureau's new volunteer program, the Sac Event Crew. Members of the volunteer program will have the chance to assist with several large-scale events throughout the year, including farm-to-fork and sporting events.

To register and for more information, go to SacEventCrew.com.

What’s Cooking?

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ust off the grill and get those favorite barbecue recipes ready – it’s tailgating time! Whether watching at home or at the stadium, big games provide ample opportunities for entertaining and nothing brings friends together like grilled dishes, flavorful sides and delicious drinks.

For many, watching the game is only half the experience. The tailgate is the main event and the fun and rivalry it brings is just as important as watching the game. Just as players work hard to prepare football formations, fans are just as focused on preparations for the big party.

When it comes to planning your tailgate menu, grilled fare is always a winning choice. While beer has historically reigned supreme as the game day beverage pairing, more fans are looking to mix things up. Here are some tailgate pairings sure to score big with guests at your next game day celebration:

BEEF

Classic selections such as juicy ribs and hamburgers are common fixtures on many tailgating menus. Try creating your own marinades with ingredients like honey, sweet chili sauce, ground ginger or Creole seasoning. Put a personal spin on classic hamburgers by serving them with interesting toppings like cherry chutney, smoky chili or creamy beer cheese.

For side options, consider slow-cooked baked beans, jalapeno cornbread muffins or crunchy slaw tossed with a fresh lemon dressing. Bring out the richness of red meats with a glass of

Yellow Tail Big Bold Red, which serves up flavors of dark fruits, a hint of spice and bold oak notes.

CHICKEN

Whether it’s wings or sandwiches, chicken is typically on the game day menu, but that doesn’t have to mean boring. Add some extra zing to everyone’s favorite white meat with a spicy curry rub or Asian-inspired marinade blend. Serve these dishes with a side of cucumber or cold pasta tossed with roasted red pepper, mozzarella and cherry tomatoes. Not sure of a beverage selection? Pair your poultry with a sweet moscato or bottled sangria.

SEAFOOD

Some fans may need a break from the fried foods that grace the tailgate spread. Give guests the option of lighter fare with grilled seafood entrées such as salmon filets with avocado relish or grilled tequila-lime shrimp skewers. As a side, pair your favorite seafood selections with easy-to-grill veggies like corn, zucchini and yellow squash. Refresh your palate with a glass of crisp white wine such as Yellow Tail Pinot Grigio, which features refreshing green apple and pear flavors.

Whether celebrating at home or away, remember you can still impress your tailgating teammates with a championship-worthy spread. Leave the competition in the dust by putting your own spin on some grilled favorites, and you’re sure to be the game day MVP. For more entertaining ideas, visit yellowtailwine.com.

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ith all legal challenges stopped at the baseline and half a billion dollars in funding secured with a slam dunk, it’s all systems go for the final steps in building the Golden 1 Center atop the hole that used to be the moribund Downtown Plaza shopping center.

The Golden 1 Center will seat 17,500 for basketball games but could expand to as much as 20,000 for concerts and other events depending on the size of the stage and speaker setup. The new arena will have four levels with the lower bowl accounting for 36 rows and approximately 10,000 seats. The loft level features 48 mini-suites that can host eight people while suite level includes 34 spaces that can host up to 25 people. The upper bowl of the Golden 1 Center has a capacity of 6,000 and has the cheapest seats in CONTINUED > the house at $12 for Sacramento Kings games.

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At the top of the arena is a bar that stretches 360 degrees around the building and those who choose to stand or purchase standing-room-only tickets to events will still have unobstructed view of the floor.

One excellent and modern design feature of the downtown jewel is the Golden 1 Center’s use of alternative energy. The City of Sacramento and the Sacramento Kings claim that the building will be 100 percent powered by the sun, uses recycled water for cooling purposes and harnesses the Delta breezes for further power and comfort needs.

Another progressive design element is a secondary stage that serves as an amphitheater and outdoor plaza area that can accommodate as many as 10,000 concert goers.

“This arena can and should only exist in Sacramento,” Sacramento Kings President Chris Granger recently told the Sacramento Bee. “I wouldn’t want people to take this arena and put it in Brooklyn because it wouldn’t work there. But it works perfectly for us. This should be the place to go in Sacramento, irrespective of the arena. While there is no question this is designed primarily for basketball, we’re very mindful of the concert element, which is one reason you can put a stage on either side of the building.”

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Parking may or may not be an issue as the building is scheduled to open by October 2016, just in time for the start of the Sacramento Kings’ 2016-2017 season. But more than 13,000 parking spots are within a half-mile of the Golden 1 Center and light rail lines converge at Seventh and K streets. The Amtrak train station is a short two-block walk away. Let’s see if public transportation becomes a viable alternative for those who do not live in the city center. But the infrastructure is there.

There were many who expressed disgust at the city leaders investing so much money in helping the Kings’ ownership secure financing for the new building. But a new building was sorely needed. The old Sleep Train Arena in North Natomas was a rust bucket and had so many structural and logistical problems associated with old age and technological deficits that something had to be done. The Downtown Plaza hasn’t been busy since the early 2000s and politicians and developers had been looking for a catalyst for downtown revitalization for decades.

Golden 1 Arena is that spark.

It’s the first domino is a line of new projects that have seen broken ground or are leaping off the drawing boards like Kings’ center DeMarcus Cousins attacking a rebound and slamming home the put-back.

The Kings are on the rise, just like their new home. But how cool will it be to once again see the best musical acts in the world stop at the Golden 1 Center instead of bypassing Sacramento because the city no longer had a viable arena? Do you want ice hockey or another Arena Football team? The Golden 1 Center brings those opportunities to a tantalizing near reality.

So here’s a toast to a rising building and rising hopes.

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First Person Tell us your story.

ARTICLE MARK BILLINGSLEY

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ny publication is only as strong as its readers.

Any good periodical is going to rely on reader input, whether that’s a strongly worded letter to the editor or a snappy email suggesting a review of a favorite restaurant.

Sacramento Lifestyle is no different. But where we are different is in this space.

This is where you, dear valued reader, get to submit a first-person story that may be printed in a future issue. The better the story, the better chance you have of seeing that story in print.

We’re looking for exciting vacation adventures, a unique hobby or lifestyle choice, a hairy workplace situation detailed with exciting prose, a reflection on seeing or experiencing the birth of your first child… you get the picture, er, story.

We here at Sacramento Lifestyle value and thrive on that two-way communication.

So send us your first-person story that’s between 500 and 1,000 words and if you have a cool high-resolution photo to accompany the story then that’s even better, and you’ll shoot right to the top of the consideration stack.

Break out the Selectric, or your tablet, and get cranking.

Send your submissions via email to Mark.

Billingsley@LifestylePubs.com.

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Water & Woods

Amp Up Your Body and Mind Outdoors

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t’s no secret that spending time outdoors is good for your health and well-being. From taking in fresh air during a walk through the park to taking advantage of the outdoor recreation facilities in your community, getting outside does a body good.

In the context of the nation’s obesity epidemic, parks and recreation spaces provide outlets for Americans to have much-needed physical activity with swimming pools, bike trails and various sports fields. Some communities even feature parks with amenities to encourage yearround use, such as plazas that feature ice skating rinks in the winter.

Beyond the mental health benefits associated with physical activity, spending time outdoors is good for the body, as well. Countless studies show the health benefits of nature when people who have been suffering from stress, sickness, or a trauma can spend quiet contemplative time in gardens or take to the mountains or woods to heal. In some communities, particularly in urban and low-income areas, playgrounds afford the only interaction many children have with nature.

People who live in communities that are walkable, have access to bike trails, and are near parks and green space have higher levels of health than those in communities lacking those amenities, according to Dr. Richard J. Jackson, former director of the National Center for Environmental Health and star of the PBS series “Designing Healthy Communities.”

What you may not realize is that significant work and planning goes into creating outdoor spaces that promote physical and mental well-being. Landscape architects help communities maximize opportunities for daily exercise like walking and biking, as well as places that optimize mental and physical restoration, such as therapeutic gardens.

To learn more about how landscape architects design the environment to work for you, visit asla.org/design.

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Consider these tips to make the most of the active living designs, such as parks and plazas, in your community: • Mix up your routine so you take advantage of fresh scenery. Choose the path lined with trees shimmering their autumn colors or take a route that lets you appreciate the late season blooms in a manicured flower bed.

• Get fit by exploring. The park closest to home may be most convenient, but venturing out to discover new outdoor recreation areas is a great way to keep active while enjoying a daily dose of nature.

• Blend education and activity. Learning about the animals, such as birds, and all the vegetation that inhabit your favorite park makes it rewarding to enrich the body and the mind.

• Think outside the box – box building, that is. Many parks and community centers offer outdoor versions of classes traditionally held inside. Yoga, aerobics, swimming, even group walks are possibilities worth exploring.

• Remember to practice smart hydration: protect the environment by carrying a refillable water bottle that lets you keep thirst at bay and your body temperature in check.

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2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS & EQUUS

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yundai has worked hard for years to dispel perceptions that the South Korean company was a cheap knockoff of its Japanese brethren. The first shot to that myth that really landed was the sixth generation of the Hyundai Sonata with its aggressive yet sleek body design and fine performance that put Ford, General Motors and Chrysler on notice.

And notice how each of the Big Three now have mid-size coupes and sedans that look a lot like the Sonata? I’m talking about you, Ford Focus.

But Hyundai then pivoted to the luxury market and introduced the Genesis and now the Equus, both of which are worthy opponents of Lexus, Mercedes-Benz and BMW. The 2016 Genesis is a four-door, five-passenger sedan that rides as well as most cars with a suggested retail price of $75,000 or more, but at some $25,000 less. The 2016 Equus is the flagship luxury vehicle and still runs tens of thousands less than its competition from Germany or Japan.

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I road tested the 2016 Genesis with a 5.0 liter V8 that put out 407 horsepower that was well-suited for rush hour traffic along Highway 50 or over the top on Highway 80 through to Roseville beyond. A nice driver waving you onto the arterial right lane during that early-morning commute? No problem. The Genesis’ powerplant, which also comes in a 3.8-liter, 311-horsepower version, will get you into the flow without hesitation.

Make sure you wave thanks to that driver letting you smoothly merge.

Power is nice and often appreciated. But drivers want comfort, too, and Hyundai delivers.

The signature package on the 2016 Genesis uses a front and rear independent five-link suspension and the ultimate package uses a continuous damping control suspension to add a little more cushion for the ride.

The Equus signature and ultimate packages use electronically controlled air suspensions with continuous damping to make

the ride smooth THE BASICS: as butter, yet MSRP GENESIS: $51,500 (as test $52,753) still responsive MSRP EQUUS ULTIMATE: $68,750 enough to keep MPG: Genesis (5.0L) 15 city/23 highway; the vehicle adsame for the Equus hered to the road like a slot car.

The 2016 Genesis I drove was empire state gray with ivory leather and matte finish black ash wood dash and door panels. The touch-screen, high-definition informational display in the center console of the ultimate edition is nine inches wide and gives drivers easy-to-see information from maps to music.

New to Hyundai is a heads-up display that projects speed and incident avoidance information directly onto the windshield. It takes a little while to get used to seeing that info displayed onto the glass, but there are ways to limit the size of the display or turn it off all together. But I like to drive like I’m a jet fighter pilot, so the display was welcome.

Perhaps the 2017 models will have an aiming reticle and Sidewinder missiles.

The Equus basically takes all of the advances of the Genesis and makes them bigger and better, yet for a base price increase of approximately $10,000.

The wheelbase is larger and the ultimate edition can make a Lincoln TownCar look like it’s

been given to the lowly associates while you ride to the partners' meeting in style and comfort.

Sure, the leather is rich, the heated and air conditioned seats are standard in any car at this level, but what struck me was the center console between the two back seats, which were really two wide benches. The console has controls for volume and climate controls.

That’s great if you have a driver, but I tried to find the OFF switch for the back console so my daughter can’t become Overlord and terrorize me by blasting Taylor Swift songs on the 17-speaker Lexicon surround sound system while setting the climate controls to ROAST. A test drive of a 2016 Hyundai or Equus is a must if you bought into the myth that the best luxury vehicles come from Europe. Reestablish your sense of automotive xenophobia (more than 50 percent of all Hyundais are made in the U.S.) and take one for spin.

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Lifestyle Calendar

October

OCTOBER 14 - 28 FOLLOW THE CHEF GRANGE RESTAURANT

Join Chef Oliver Ridgeway every Wednesday through Oct. 28 for an exclusive tour of the farmers market at Cesar Chavez Park, followed by a farmers market-inspired, three-course seasonal lunch at Grange. GrangeSacramento.com

OCTOBER 16 CHARLES PHOENIX: SACRAMENTOLAND CALIFORNIA AUTOMOBILE MUSEUM

Learn about the stories and glories of Sacramento's classic and kitschy landmarks and lore - from the Pancake Circus to the Crest Theatre - from Ambassador of Americana Charles Phoenix. Then enjoy an ice cream social party after the event. CalAutoMuseum.org

OCTOBER 17 BLACK AND WHITE FUR-BALL SACRAMENTO SPCA

OCTOBER 4 NIELLO CONCOURS AT SERRANO SERRANO COUNTRY CLUB

Hundreds of luxury cars and thousands of people who love them will tour the grounds of the Serrano Country Club in El Dorado Hills for the 12th Annual Niello Concours at Serrano. See some of the most sought-after vehicles in history all in one spot. Cadillac is this year’s marque. NielloConcoursAtSerrano.com

OCTOBER 9 LOS LOBOS WITH ALEJANDRO ESCOVEDO MONDAVI CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

Los Lobos is one of America’s finest rock bands and has been for more than 30 years. The twin guitars of Cesar Rojas and David Hidalgo, plus the latter’s remarkable voice, create musical magic.

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OCTOBER 9 - 11

Join the Sacramento Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals for a night of food and wine tastings, auctions, music and live entertainment, plus meet animals, enjoy tours of the local SPCA's facilities and get a sneak peek at the organization's future. SSPCA.org

OCTOBER 17 TCHAIKOVSKY'S FOURTH SACRAMENTO COMMUNITY CENTER THEATER

Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 4 will be presented by the Sacramento Convention Center Complex and Sacramento Philharmonic and Opera, and features conductor Andrew Grams and violinist Simone Porter. Also included will be Aaron Copland's "Fanfare For The Common Man" and and Bruch's Violin Concerto No. 1. 2InTune.org

OCTOBER 17 - NOVEMBER 1 SPOOKOMOTIVE TRAIN RIDES

SACRAMENTO ANTIQUE SHOW

CALIFORNIA RAILROAD MUSEUM

SACRAMENTO CONVENTION CENTER

The whole family can enjoy this delightful - but not frightful - train ride along the Sacramento River as they listen to a whimsical Halloween tale while a "skeleton" crew passes out a special toy treat to the children. The trains run each weekend from Oct. 17 through Nov. 1. CSRMF.org

Shop for antiques, furnishings, jewelry, pottery, fine art, collectibles, and much more at Sacramento's newest antique show.

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OCTOBER 9 - 11 SACRAMENTO'S FALL HOME SHOW

OCTOBER 22

CAL EXPO

CALIDANZA DANCE COMPANY PRESENTS: “¡MI MEXICO!”

Come to this 14th annual show for ideas on improving your home's interior and exterior, from patios to bathrooms to kitchens, and learn how to add more living space, curb appeal and energy efficiency to your home. SacHomeAndGardenShow.net

CROCKER ART MUSEUM

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6

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$849,000

100%

295

5

4

5630 Monte Claire Lane, Loomis

5290 Moss Ln, Granite Bay

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$975,000

102%

11

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6255 Oakridge Way, Sacramento

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$850,000

95%

3

4

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3741 Bridlewood Way, Roseville

$799,000

$780,000

98%

184

5

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1209 El Toro Way, Sacramento

$499,000

$479,000

96%

356

5

3

111 Woodsmoke Way, Folsom

$644,900

$610,000

95%

331

4

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$550,000

96%

10

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$570,000

96%

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$665,000

98%

33

4

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$515,000

99%

28

5

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$525,000

100%

7

5

4

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$555,000

99%

81

4

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$529,000

100%

11

4

2/1

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$610,000

97%

21

6

3/1

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$535,000

$535,000

100%

52

5

3/1

8054 Shadowwood Ct, Granite Bay

$539,000

$525,000

97%

46

4

3

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$550,000

$575,000

104%

75

4

2

940 El Oro Dr, Auburn

$609,000

$550,000

90%

13

4

3/1

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$529,000

$509,000

96%

45

4

3

106 Fallon Ln, Sacramento

$599,000

$580,000

97%

165

4

3

720 Rolling Green Dr, West Sacramento

$585,000

$585,000

100%

277

6

5

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$515,000

$505,000

98%

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Parting Thoughts

Teachers Awaken That Joy of Knowledge WORDS MARK BILLINGSLEY

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ost schools in the area have been in session for about six weeks. Students and teachers alike are getting back into routines. By now, most teachers have completed their first set of tests to see where their students are academically and where the bulk of the next eight or nine months of instruction will be spent.

It’s time to stop and appreciate those teachers.

Teachers long ago traded dreams of making millions for the satisfaction of getting a child to enjoy reading, for instance. A price tag cannot be placed on the positive interactions between a student and teacher and the contributions to society made by a dedicated teacher are invaluable.

So when I hear of attacks on teachers’ retirement pensions, and the lack of stellar test scores, it makes me sad and a little angry.

Every teacher wants the parents of his or her students to be involved and some spend time in the classrooms helping out. But many don’t take the time to see the energy needed, the frustrations that mount, in dealing with as many as 30 grade-school students each day for approximately 270 days out of 365. Teachers earn every penny they make, and every dollar they earn after a career spent in the trenches.

I don’t use that term lightly. I know the connotation of the word “trenches.” And in some ways, teaching, especially in poorer districts, is like warfare. There are strategies used to capture an objective. Sometimes teachers are occupying forces, and they certainly hope to be an occupying force in the hearts and minds of their young charges. While armed conflict is rare, although increasingly a concern for the teachers, the real battles are fought each day as the students find their chairs and desk. Have they eaten a good breakfast that will help fuel

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their minds and bodies? Have they had a restful night’s sleep?

Later, the battle shifts to will the student be picked up by a parent as worried about their child’s academic success as much as the teacher?

Fifty years ago, a student with a bad report would get a stern talking to from his or her parents or guardians. The value of an education would be discussed again and measures taken to shore up the deficiencies. Now, more often, the teacher of a student with a bad report card gets a stern talking to from parents.

Each student is special in his or her own right and one of the jobs that teachers do is to bring those innate talents to the forefront, then mold and shape them into something shiny and incredibly valuable… not just to the student, but to society in general.

“It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” Einstein said that. And, no, he never flunked math. That’s a myth and was pointed out to me by my high school algebra teacher. Now there was a saint of a teacher – patient, funny and caring. He knew I’d never use whatever math skills I gleaned from his classes later in life, other than to perhaps balance a checkbook or compute batting and earned run averages in my sports writing career. But I did learn a lot about myself in sticking with the class, studying hard and getting a decent grade. I had plenty of "creative expressions" of a different type after he handed us a hard test or another homework assignment that typically took an hour or more. That teacher knew I could do it, though, and kept pushing me to be better. He most certainly did awaken a joy in knowledge, a joy that still exists today.

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