The Oakdale Leader The Escalon Times The Riverbank News
2 — 2016 READERS CHOICE
STILLMAN PLUMBING
Since 1987, I have had the pleasure to live and work in Oakdale with many friends and customers. I appreciate that this community has made my business and life a success. Thank you for the honor of being your Reader’s Choice plumber for the last three years! I will always strive to provide the best possible service for my customers.
Thank you!
Woody Stillman, Owner Drain Cleaning • Water Heaters Garbage Disposals • Repair Remodel New Construction 209-595-3456
Thank you for Voting us Best Steak House, BBQ and Caterer Again!
2016
Readers Choice Special 10 Tri tip sandwiches with Chili Beans to go $79.95 Expires: 6-30-16
AWARD WINNER
201 N. Third Avenue Oakdale • 847-5991
Vena’s Wellness & Skin Care Studio A skin & body studio offering advanced customized services for total body wellness We are thrilled to be the Reader’s Choice Day Spa of 2016. Thank you!
Massage
Specializing in deep tissue, pregnancy and health & wellness
Fitness boot camps & nutritional
Vena
training, Running club
Nails by Marlene Hodgson Make-up by Caitlyn Hartzell
Skin care focusing on anti-aging,
L -R Sara, Jo-anna, Vena, Sherine, Danielle Vena Pearson Hudgins, Clinical Esthetician
rosacea and hyperpigmentation featuring treatments exclusive to our clients
Find Vena’s Secrets on Open Monday - Friday, Saturday by appointment only
Caitlyn
Marlene
209-847-8700 • 3220 Santa Fe Street, Suite A, Riverbank
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Serving breakfast & lunchh a little home cookin’ right around the corner
We are so happy to be recognized as your Reader’s Choice 2016! Our loyal customers are the best part of being in business in Oakdale. We appreciate all those who voted us and hope that if you haven’t used our services that you’ll give us a try.
Sara’s Dry Cleaning & Alterations 1080 W. F Street, Oakdale |
847-6220
an Oakdale tradition since 1936
110 East F Street, Oakdale
209-848-0955
Oakdale Grocery Outlet thanks you for making us
Home Accessories Garden • Baby Jewelry Fresh Topiaries Unique & Affordable Gifts Thank you to all my wonderful customers for the last fifteen years! 105 N. 3rd Avenue, Oakdale
209-845-8179
ALEXANDRA PENERO Owner
Readers’ Choice for Best Bargains and Discount Store Grocery Outlet is a local family-operated store where you can SAVE 40-70%* on you favorite BRAND NAME products. *Compared to traditional grocery stores.
808 N Yosemite Avenue Oakdale, CA 95361 (209) 848-1778 8am - 9pm Every Day! Like us on Facebook!
www.facebook.com/OakdaleGroceryOutlet
$
5
Carl & Kathy LaForce Independent Owners/Operators
OFF
a $40 minimum purchase (excludes alcohol & dairy)
Valid at Oakdale Grocery Outlet only. One coupon per person. No cash value. Not valid with any other offer. Duplicated coupons will not be accepted. Coupon must be surrendered at time of purchase. Expires 6/6/2016.
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Thank You to Our Customers for Voting us
The Best Electrical Service/Repair! Our Services • New Wells • Replacement Wells • Water Pressure Problems • Booster Pump Systems • Existing Pump Repairs • Water Storage Tank - repair or replacement • Sprinkler/Irrigation Systems • Custom Designed Pump Systems • Well System Chlorination • 24/7 On Call Emergency Service
WILKINS PUMP KNICKERBOCKER ELECTRIC, INC.
Best Mexican Restaurant Best Margarita Best Tacos
Gracias for making us your Reader’s Choice! T he Cancino Family
LATIN KITCHEN & BAR
Lic. #412773
223 N. Sierra Ave., Oakdale, CA 95361 Phone 209-848-8181 or 209-847-3417 • Fax 209-848-8118
1275 East F Street, Oakdale 209-847-3730
If you have pets or animals, we’ve got what you need! Feed • Seed • Pet Food • Vet Supplies • Boots • Clothing
Owner, Melanie Parker
I am so touched and honored to be voted your favorite 2 years in a Row, Thank you to my loyal customers!
Thank you for voting us your Reader’s Choice pet food & supply location. We will continue to supply you with the quality products, competitive prices and great service.
ESCALON FEED & SUPPLY 17407 S. Escalon Bellota, Escalon
209-847-0113
822 West F St. • Oakdale • atoucheofflowersoakdale.com
209-838-3326 Monday - Friday 8 am - 5:30 pm Saturdays 8 am - 4 pm
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2016 readers’ choice winners Child Care Center Learning Tree Children’s Centers Chiropractor TLC Family Chiropractic, Dr Bruce Turley Day Spa Vena’s Secrets
Hospital Oak Valley Hospital
Tanning Salon Body Tropics
Massage Therapy Y Knot Massage
Asian Restaurant China House
Nail Salon LD Nail Salon
Bakery Moss Rose Bakery
Optometrist Doug Patten, OD
Bar/Pub Rivi’s
Dentist Albertoni, Corso & Blackhart DDS
Pharmacy CVS Pharmacy, Oakdale
BBQ Medlen’s House of Beef
Hair Salon Salon Ashby
Physical Therapy Golden Bear PT and Sports Injury Center
Breakfast Cahoot’s Café
Hair Stylist Kelly Ashby, Salon Ashby Health & Fitness Fitness Plus Health Food Raley’s
Primary Care Dr. Chaitanya Mahida, MD, Oakdale Internal Medicine Senior Living Oak Valley Care Center
Burger Hula’s Caterer Medlen’s House of Beef Coffee Starbucks, Oakdale
Dinner Ferrarese’s Deli Restaurant Fast Food Wendy’s, Oakdale Ice Cream/Desserts Cold Stone Creamery, Oakdale Italian Restaurant Firenze’s Restaurant Lunch Ferrarese’s Deli Restaurant Margarita Cafe Bravo Mexican Restaurant Cafe Bravo Pizza Gold Dust Pizza
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2016 readers’ choice winners Storage Facility Florist Community Events/ Ellis Self Storage A Touche of Flowers Activities Oakdale Certified Storage Facility Glass Service Farmer’s Market Hi Tech Self Storage /Repair Seafood Restaurant Ken’s Mobile Glass, Community Firenze’s Restaurant Apparel Childrens Oakdale Organization Target, Riverbank Escalon Lions Club Steak House Grocery Store Medlen’s House Apparel Mens Raley’s, Oakdale Hall Rental of Beef Kohl’s, Riverbank Escalon Community Hotel Center Tacos Apparel Womens Best Western Cafe Bravo Kristine’s Designer Rama Inn Attorney Clothing Kimberly Wine & Spirits Industrial Supplies Sullivan-Gray, Rivi’s Bargain/Discount Fastenal Dickerson Law Store Pet Groomer Grocery Outlet, Insurance Escalon Small Bank Oakdale Kristen Eaton, Oak Valley Animal Clinic State Farm Community Bank, Consignment Store Insurance Agent Oakdale Pet Supplies Tags Consignment Escalon Feed Boutique Investment Firm & Supply Cellular Phone Edward Jones, AT&T, Oakdale Gift/Speciality Store Michele E Weber Veterinarian Office I Love Paris Dry Cleaning Oakdale Veterinarian Photo Developing Sara’s Dry Cleaners Group Walgreens, Oakdale Sandwiches Ferrarese’s Deli Restaurant
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Thank You Oakdale for voting Raley’s the Best Grocery and Health Food Store!
Featuring...
• Harris Ranch USDA Choice California Beef • An Expanded Selection of Organic Produce • Great Selection of Natural Foods, including Gluten Free Products • We Proudly Brew Peet’s Coffee • Freshly Prepared Sushi, Daily • Raley’s to Go Meals • Freshly Baked Breads and Deserts • Fine Wines, including local varieties • Hot Foods, from 11am-8pm • Fresh Cut Floral Bouquets, Arrangements, Plants and Balloons
Fast Friendly Service!
Raley’s 338 • 1550 East F Street • Oakdale CA • (209) 845-9800 • For recipes and saving visit www.raleys.com
YOUR FAVORITE
TANNING SALON AND MORE! From the top of your head to your toes, we can help you feel & look beautiful
Come in and see what we can do for you!
Laser Hair Removal • Botox • Fillers Varicose Veins • Permanent Make-up Tanning & Airbrushing Weight Loss & Boot Camps • Massage Body Wraps • All Hair & Nail Services All Esthetician Services
Open 7 days Walk–ins welcome 131 S. 2nd Ave., Oakdale
845- 8580
Thank You Oakdale, Escalon & Riverbank for voting us your Favorite Tanning Salon!
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845-8711
Thank You for Voting us Best Carpet/Floor Store and Window Coverings. We have been supported by the Oakdale Community for the past 30 Years! We look forward to serving your needs in the future!
Commercial • Residential
Thank you for selecting us as your Best Pest Control Services!
YEAR-ROUND CONTROL
Photo L-R: Jim Tyson, Lisa Tyson, Amanda Green, and Robin Williams
60% OFF Oakdale Interiors, Inc. Initial Service For Annual Maintenance Service Program
One stop shopping for all your window and floor covering needs! Always free measuring on floors and windows. Coupon must be presented at time of service Not valid with any other offer.
122 N. Sierra Ave., Oakdale Monday-Friday 9:00-5:00 www.oakdaleinteriors.com • 209-847-5786
Moss Rose Bakery “Baked on the Bricks Since 1902”
114 Years of Old Fashioned Treats & Traditions
Thank you to all of my loyal customers for your continued support. Mary Anne Heath, Celebrating 36 Years of Ownership Specializing in “baked on the bricks” breads, cakes, cookies and pastries Lunch served daily featuring fresh baked meats, Homemade soups, pasta and salads 118 N. Third Avenue, Oakdale
847-0542
6 am - 5:30 pm weekdays, 6 am - 4 pm Saturdays Closed Sun & Wed
Thanks you
for Voting our business your favorite
Glass Service/Repair Business!
Home • Auto • Commercial • Mirrors Screens • Bath Enclosures Stop by for a quote or call us:
847-5966
412 S. Yosemite Oakdale CL#88166
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LD Nails would like to
Thank all
Thanks to our valued guests in
Oakdale for the Reader’s Choice Award 2 Years in a Row!
if’s loyal customers for voting us your Favorite Nail Salon • Clean, Relaxing & Upscale Environment • Sanitized Equipment • Friendly Staff • Many Years of Experience • Client Focused Services • High Quality Products
LD NAILS
PROFESSIONAL NAIL CARE FOR LADIES & GENTLEMEN 209.848.8091 1449 E. F. Street • Suite 103A • Oakdale, CA 95361 Mon-Sat: 9am-6pm • Sun: 10am-5pm • Walk-ins Welcome
We are proud to serve our high quality products and honored to be part of this great community!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Thank you for your confidence by voting us the Reader’s Choice Optometrist for 2016. We appreciate all of our patients - past, present and future.
Share and Like us on Facebook for a chance to win a free pair of Maui Jim sunglasses. facebook.com/pattenvision
Drawing - June 15, 2016.
190 S. Maag Avenue, Suite G • Oakdale Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
(209) 847-1121
Douglas R. Patten, O.D.
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Spray and Son Janitorial & Carpet Cleaning would like to thank you for voting us your favorite Carpet Cleaners 3 Years in a Row! 2015
1001 E. G. Street, Oakdale, C.A. 95361 (209) 847-1265
JANITORIAL & CARPET CLEANING Offering services for
Commercial, Residential and Industrial COMPLETE FLOOR SERVICE & OFFICE CLEANING FLOOR STRIPPING • FLOOR POLISHING CARPET CLEANING • TILE CLEANING • AIR DUCT CLEANING
www.sprayandson.com 209-847-2713 “So happy we have such a upscale clothing store right her in Oakdale!” - Sandy
We here at Ellis Self Storage would like to take the time to thank our loyal customers and the readers of the Oakdale Leader in voting our business 2016 Readers Choice Favorite Storage Facility. Not only do we have storage units, but we also offer other services such as notary services, faxing, printing copies and we sell moving supplies. We strive to keep our facility well maintained and professional and greatly appreciate all of the loyal customers we have accumulated. We are open 7 days a week and we can meet most of your business needs please check out our facility.
Oakdale Owned and Operated
“Great customer service who truly cares about their clients.” - Margie “My new favorite spot to shop!” - Dorothy Thank you for your business and support
Shopping small has HUGE benefits... Kristine’s is an upscale boutique that features high quality, name brand women’s clothing at affordable prices!
Ask us about our Customer Loyalty Program
Women’s missy cut, made in the USA, hand picked and tried on for fit and comfort. Best part is our good old fashion customer service, yes we cater to our customers.
Oakdale Station Shopping Center - 1214 West F St, Suite A - 1 - (209) 844-5018 OPEN: Monday - Wednesday, Saturday 10-5 - Thursday - Friday 10-6 or later by appt.
Thank you to our loyal customers for voting us your favorite once again! Honesty and Quality is our commitment Service • Installation Repairs • Replacement
Call 209-322-3295
Dave Doubledee, Owner of Integrity Air Conditioning and Heating
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Thank you Oakdale for voting us
Y Knot?...Massage! where peace and tranquility await you
2016 Oakdale Readers Choice Awards!
Thank you for trusting me to help you feel better! Kym Layton-Cummings, CMT Swedish, Shiatsu Massage Reflexology Ear Candling Hot Stone Massage Moist Heat Therapy
2016 AWARD WINNER
#1 Automotive Maintenance #1 Tires & Wheels
Treat Dad to a Massage for Father's Day! Escalon
209-602-3320
keeping your vehicle running strong on the road you’re rolling on • www.oakdaletires.com
I am so Thankful to all my wonderful clients for giving me the opportunity to help make their homeownership dreams come true. I'd also like to thank my family, friends, and realtors for their support and trust with their referrals.
Lic #31073
The staff at Hula's would like to thank EVERYONE that voted us for Best Burgers.
T hank you for your vote of confidence and continued support.
Hula's
We started out almost 10 years ago emphasizing really good burgers, all 22 of them! And now, in additional to our burgers we have much more to offer you; Rib Eye steak dinners, fresh salads, soups, sandwiches, beer, wine, a pet friendly patio and breakfast served all day. Come by and try our 1/3 or 1/2 lb Knockout burger, it's loaded with the works plus bacon, avocado and jalapenos, choice of fries or salad and includes a complementary ice cream to finish it off.
Gina McCarty Cell 209-480-3303
Like my Facebook page
www.facebook.com/ginamccartymortgage
1473 East G Street, Ste. A-1, Oakdale, CA 95361 3509 Coffee Rd., Ste. D1, Modesto, CA 95355 NMLS 200922
Best Burgers in the Valley!
209-838-7775
Open every day 8am - 9pm Dine In • Take Out • Drive Thru Corner of Hwy 120 & David Drive, Escalon
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502 N. Yosemite Ave. Oakdale, CA 95361
(209) 322-3320
www.FirenzeOfOakdale.com
We are so honored to have been voted your favorite Italian Restaurant! We welcome you to enjoy the great atmosphere, friendly service and affordable pricing.
We thank you
for your business and your votes!
Monthly specials! No Deposit or Administrating Fee Clean Gated Facility • Moving Supplies Senior/Military Discounts Hi-Tech Self Storage
597 Armstrong Way, Oakdale 209-848-4911 • hitechselfstorageunits.com
Thank you for your continued confidence by voting us again
BEST DENTIST!
It has been a great 27 years, and with our three doctors and wonderful staff, we hope to continue our high level of care to our community.
2016 AWARD WINNER
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Kristen Eaton Approaches Insurance Service From a Different Point of View. Yours.
Kristen Eaton
Kristen Eaton knows that thoroughly understanding your perspective is the key to achieving results when she helps you with your insurance and financial service needs. That’s why she listens, truly listens, to your goals and immediately develops an open line of communication that continues throughout your relationship. She then prepares an insurance plan tailored to your unique goals and enacts it with energy and a positive attitude. Kristen and her team work as your insurance coaches and consultants and have developed a meticulous follow-up system to keep you informed. It’s comforting to know exactly how your insurance needs are being met, and it’s comforting to work with a team that has your best interests in mind. To learn more about the Eaton Agency’s insurance and financial coaching services, call them today for a complimentary copy of “How to Select a Personal Insurance Agent and Why Having One is Important to Your Future.” You’ll find it a pleasure to talk with an insurance agent who sees things from your point of view.
(209) 847-1775
840 E F St. Ste. A • Oakdale, CA 95361 • kristen@agentkristeneaton.com Lic: 0B46372 • NMLS MLO #: 1082638
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Enjoy the
Award WINNING
MAGAZINE
with your subscription to the ,
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2016 readers’ choice winners Hardware Store Ace Hardware, Oakdale
Golf Course Oakdale Golf and Country Club
Carpet Cleaning Spray & Son Janitorial Inc
Home Accessories/ Lighting Bordona’s Furniture
Jewelry Store Oak Valley Jewelers
Kids Fun Galaxy Theatres
Carpet/Floor Store Oakdale Interiors /Walnut Woods
Home Electronics Best Buy, Riverbank
Office Supplies Staples, Riverbank
Martial Arts Instruction Oakdale Mixed Martial Arts Academy
Party Acc./Supplies Dollar Tree, Oakdale Party Acc./Supplies Target, Riverbank
Music Remedy Band
Sporting Goods Big 5 Sporting Goods, Oakdale
Teen Fun Riverbank Teen Center
Dance Studio Valley Oak School Of Dance
Antique Store Remember When Again at Nicole’s
Family Fun Galaxy Theaters, Riverbank
Appliances Bordona’s Furniture Bed Store Bordona’s Furnishing
Construction Business JHK Construction Electrical Service/ Repair Wilkins Pump Knickerbocker Electric Inc Furniture Bordona’s Furnishing Heating/Air Conditioning Integrity Air Conditioning and Heating
Interior Design Alexandra’s Home & Garden Landscaping Morris Nursery Nursery Gardening Morris Nursery Painting Service Crown Painting Inc. Pest Control OnStar Pest Control Plumbing Stillman Plumbing Co
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2016 readers’ choice winners Smog Pool Service/ Repair Tom’s Smog & Auto Aqua Clear Pool Repair Services & Repair Auto Body Escalon Body & Frame Auto Dealership (New/Domestic) Steves Chevrolet Buick Auto Dealership (Used) Steves Chevrolet Buick Auto Maintenance Oakdale Automotive Repair & Tire Auto Parts Napa Auto Parts, Escalon Car Wash/Detail Prime Shine Car Wash, Riverbank
Tow Service Towing at Haidlen Ford, Inc.
Real Estate Broker Century 21 Real Estate Office M&M and Associates, Oakdale
Realtor Susan Santucci, Century 21 Wheels/Tires Oakdale Automotive M&M and Associates Repair & Tire Computer Service & Repair Loan/Mortgage Escalon Computers Primary Residential Mortgage New Home Development Crossroads at Riverbank Property Management Valley Oak Property Management
CPA’s Richard D. Riner, CPA Funeral Home / Mortuary Oakdale/Riverbank Memorial Chapel
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Thank you
for Voting us Your Favorite! Would like to thank everyone who voted us your favorite Hair Salon and myself as your favorite hairstylist, I appreciate you All!
Kelly
Order Online
www.oakdalechinahouse.com
China House Restaurant
Dine In • Take Out • Delivery Hours: Monday 11am-9pm Closed Tuesday • Wed-Sun: 11am-9pm
400 East F Street., Oakdale (209) 847-5100
WE ARE HONORED TO BE CHOSEN AS YOUR READER’S CHOICE AUTO BODY SHOP
209-844-5519 517 West F Street Oakdale
Remember
When Again at Nicole’s
The technicians of Escalon Body & Frame have been making your cars beautiful for 41 years and are looking forward to another 41 years of excellent customer satisfaction. Thank you for placing your trust in us to fix your vehicles correctly. We work with all insurance companies and you have a choice to have the repairs on your car done by the facility of your choice. We may meet by Accident, but we’ll be your car’s Best Friend!
Escalon Body & Frame 2228 Main Street, Escalon / (209) 838-7783
Thank you for a great year in business. Remember When Again at Nicole’s is a wonderful cooperation between the vendors and customers. Come in soon and see all the new weekly inventory.
122 North Third Avenue, Oakdale 209-848-2032 • Open 7 days
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Dr. Chet Mahida would like to thank you for your vote for Reader’s Choice!
Professionals Choice Business and Service Directory Are you a Service based Business looking for cost effective advertising The Professional’s Choice Business Directory is just the Ticket
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What you get • Print Ad under Professional Choice Banner • Multiple Designs with art options available • Publishes under the category header you select • Distribution reaching over 33,000 readers each week • Publishes every Wednesday
Call us and we can get you started today 209-847-3021
R A E R S E R E F Deli ’S
is Thrilled to be voted 3 Honors 2 years in a Row!
Y
Lunch
our Favorite
andwich
2016 AWARD WINNER
dinner
We thank you for your support and invite new customers in 1161 E. F Street ~ Oakdale • 209-847-2079 Hours: Tuesday 10am-3pm • Wednesday-Saturday 10am-8pm Closed Sunday and Mondays
10 Years of Service in Our Community.
Thank You.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve you and your family for the past ten years. I look forward to working together with you toward your financial goals in the future.
Michele E Weber, AAMS® Financial Advisor 202 East F Street Oakdale, CA 95361 209-848-4496
www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC
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Tom’s Smog & Auto Repair Total maintenance & repair for your vehicle
Thank you
for choosing us as your Reader's Choice Smog Shop!
133 N. Sixth Avenue, Oakdale • 209-847-0178
Deep Roots ~ stRong BRanches Oak Valley Community Bank Thank you for voting us the Reader’s Choice - Best Bank! We sincerely appreciate your loyalty, support and patronage through the years. 125 North Third Avenue, Oakdale 1910 McHenry Avenue, Escalon 209.848.BANK 209.821.3070 Deep Roots ~ Strong Branches Branch Managers: Elisa Luna, Oakdale & Laura Weaver, Escalon
866.844.7500 • www.ovcb.com
Commercial Lenders: Peter Brown & Jim Nemmers
Oakdale • Sonora • Modesto • Turlock • Patterson Escalon • Ripon • Stockton • Manteca • Tracy
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Feel YOUNG Again! Enjoy the songs you grew up with!
The River 105.5 CLASSIC HITS and The Vine OLDIES
The Valley’s LOCALLY OWNED radio stations! Listen on-line at KRVR.COM & KVIN.NET
Phone: 209-544-1055