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June Table of Contents / Staff Box / Editor’s Note / Contributors

SPEEDING TOWARD ZERO Our city is on the forefront of the zero-emission vehicle transition. By Sasha Abramsky

FAMILY AFFAIR First-time homebuyers are turning to the Bank of Mom and Dad. By Tony Bizjak

25 IDEAS FOR SUMMER FUN!

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Fairs, festivals and gatherings of all types lure us out on the town. By Dorsey Griffith

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Contents

The 916 22 THE PIED PIPER OF PEAS . . .

Amber Stott and Food Literacy Center

Take a deep breath in Carmel Valley )

23 SPREADING GOSPEL Melinda Watts

24 PADDLES UP! The Pickleball Pimp

25 COMING TO A KITCHEN NEAR YOU

25 SUSTAINABLE SAC Keeping Tahoe blue

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Organic recycling

Zero-emission future

Wellness

Nest

27 A REVOLUTIONARY CANCER THERAPY

73 SMALL BUT MIGHTY Living large in a tiny house

CAR T cells on the job

Bravo

Explore

123 A MUSIC MAN

33 VALLEY VIBES

Richard Lewis at Music Circus

Food and wine and buzz near Monterey

Taste 144 FLOUR WITH FLAVOR Heritage grain

146 SOME LIKE IT HOT Comics with a side of sauce

146 STRONG START Alchemist helps new food biz

148 DINE

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Made with heritage wheat

Restaurant guide

Reflect 154 A LIFE OF MEANING NAACP’s Virna Canson

ON THE COVER Old Sacramento Waterfront f r a n c i s c o c h av i r a

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Editor’s Note

Homebuyer Help

ne day in the mid-’90s, my sister-in-law called my mother-in-law in tears. In the midst of closing on their first home purchase, my sister-in-law and brother-in-law ran into a $13,000 problem—for the times, an astronomical figure—and the whole escrow stood to crumble. Within 10 minutes, my MIL arrived on their apartment doorstep with the cash in a sock, and the real estate transaction resumed. Obviously, this family anecdote involves more than just real estate. My MIL wasn’t a wealthy woman. She worked part time for Santa Clara County jail; my fatherin-law was a crane operator and died too young. But my MIL had a money-stashing habit that led us to joke that the moment she died, we’d race to be first to her couch cushions. That she could get her hands on $13,000 without a trip to the bank—well, typical, we all said, in between warning her again about home invasion robbers targeting senior citizens. In today’s super-inflated housing market, it takes a lot more than $13,000 to help first-time homebuyers close a deal. For this issue, writer Tony Bizjak explored how family money is one way new homeowners may be getting in. The Bank of Mom and Dad. My in-laws used it—and paid it back. So did my husband and I, when we borrowed a few thousand from my parents to beef up our down payment when we bought our first house. The difference, though? A few thousand. Borrowed. The sums involved in Tony’s story are far, far higher, and they’re being gifted. His story, which includes practical advice for people who are considering helping their kids, also speaks to the haves-andhave-nots aspect of all this. What if there is no family money? Also in the following pages, writer Dorsey Griffith takes on a lighter topic: summer fun. These past two years, it’s been tough to predict our prospects for it. At the time we began working on the story, COVID had lulled and people were gathering like crazy. Hopefully that can continue, despite more recent upticks in cases. At the time of publication, Dorsey’s list of 25 summertime options looked like it could go on mask free, even the indoor events. Certain gatherings might require proof of vaccination or a recent negative test result—make sure and check before you venture out. Also, Sasha Abramsky’s story about the zero-emission vehicle revolution couldn’t come at a better time. Between our typical summer air-quality concerns and this year’s outrageous gas costs, it is a relief to learn that Sacramento is leading the way. Whether you’re buying a house or an electric vehicle, or dancing to great tunes at Concerts in the Park, enjoy your summer.

AND THERE’S MORE . . . More Things To Do—Sacramento Media is proud to publish the Visitors’ Guide for Visit Sacramento, and the Spring/Summer 2022 edition is out, stuffed full of recommendations for farm-to-fork fun, dog-friendly patios, live music venues and ways to celebrate our region’s diversity. Contact Visit Sacramento (visitsacramento.com) for a copy.

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CONTRIBUTORS

Francisco Chavira

“Shooting [the summer fun] assignment was such a blast,” says photographer Francisco Chavira, who traversed the region to do the job. “It really got me excited for the best part of the year. There is nothing like summer in Sacramento. Don’t even get me started about all the good eats to be enjoyed in our wonderful city.” Follow Francisco’s work on Instagram at @francisco_chavira.

Dorsey Griffith

Writer Dorsey Griffith is an avid consumer of arts, music, cultural and athletic activities, and Sacramento’s summer fun agenda will satisfy anyone with a similar appetite. After what for many were two years of postponements, cancellations or limited re-openings, she is thrilled to report that venues, festivals and other events are set to all-systems-go, ready to serve up what we all have been craving.

Drew Bardana

A freelance illustrator living in Portland, Oregon, with his wife and three dogs, Drew Bardana says he values electric cars and the use of renewable energy. “It was so fun to illustrate this scene of electric cars zipping through the city of Sacramento,” says Drew, whose work includes bold shapes and artful textures. He has done work for Portland Monthly magazine, The Washington Post and Road & Track magazine.

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Bringing Harmony to Sacramento’s Culinary Scene

chieving the perfect balance of flavors in both food and whisky takes extraordinary skill, passion, and creativity. The combination of unexpected natural elements and uncontrollable conditions creates a taste experience that intrigues and delights the senses simultaneously. Highland Park Scotch Whisky explored how Sacramento is crafting elevated cuisine that pairs with the whisky’s rich combination of smoky and sweet characteristics, resulting in an unexpected, yet exquisite harmony. Chris Barnum-Dann, born and raised in Auburn, California, has followed a unique path to owning and operating one of the most celebrated restaurants in Sacramento. Working as an electrician to fund his dream of being a full-time musician, Chris spent years on the road touring and preforming before settling down in Northern California to focus on family and his newfound passion for food and hospitality. “Food has been in my life forever, but not in a restaurant capacity. Traveling all over the country playing shows with the band is where I was first introduced to different cultural cuisines. Growing up we never had the opportunity to dine out.” When Chris realized he was not going to be a professional musician and knowing he did not want to be an electrician anymore, it was time to find a new career, and being a chef sounded like the right fit. “I had a long hard conversation with my family and the next day I applied

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to culinary school and that very same day I walked into Hapa Sushi, in Auburn, and got my very first restaurant job working on the line.” Chris quickly saw that working in restaurants would challenge his work life balance and present many difficulties to realizing his goal of owning and operating his own establishment. Finishing school while working 60 hours a week and making the leap from line cook to executive chef when landing at Café Zorro in his hometown were huge obstacles for someone just breaking into the industry. But one of the biggest challenges was believing in his concept. “Opening Localis I had to ask myself, how do I get people to want fine dining in Sacramento, when I opened in Midtown no one was doing a course menu like ours and I really had to take a chance.” The abundance of fresh produce here in the Sacramento Valley has always been an influence on Chris and his cooking, even before his career in food started. “I didn’t grow up with an industry background, but what I did have was a ½ acre parcel where my family grew crabapples, almonds, plums, cherries, pomegranates, and a vegetable garden. Over the years I began to understand the seasonality of ingredients in the area and grew up with an incredibly healthy appetite for knowing where my food came from. When I first started cooking the idea of seasonal and local products was already a part of my mentality.”

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Finding the right equilibrium between ingredients is an important consideration when creating new dishes. “Some of my favorite cuisine has these audacious massive flavors, super salty, super sweet, super sour, super everything, but when you balance all those elements in harmony it is incredible. I love the idea that harmony is something you talk about in Scotch whisky, “I didn’t really love Scotch until I had Highland Park and realized, I do like Scotch whisky, it just has to be well balanced.” Creating unique dishes that stray from hardened traditions, Chris has been pushing the envelope of what a tasting menu can offer, including an upcoming creation featuring a Scotch egg topped with Highland Park whisky infused hollandaise and paired with a Scotch and Cascara cocktail. “The lightly peated nature of Highland Park, its caramel and sweet notes, were a perfect balance with the creamy rich textures of the hollandaise. So that is what I am trying to do with this dish, balance the very umami and earthly flavors of Highland Park with the richness of the egg and brightness of the sausage. The coffee cocktail is the perfect accompaniment to a dish inspired by breakfast.” For Chris cooking is more than a passion, it is an art form. “What I try and instill in my cooks today is that you have to touch, smell, and taste the food, otherwise you don’t know if it’s right, is it too wet or too dry, is your sauce the right consistency, it’s really important. I love that cooking is a complete sensory experience, making food and eating it, is the only art medium where every sense is used.” Let us raise a glass to Sacramento chef Chris Barnum-Dann and his incredible team, working out of their intimate space in Midtown to create some of the most interesting, daring, and elegant food the farm to fork capital has to offer.

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Sheepish in Sac At Sacramento’s Food Literacy Center, local schoolchildren learn about healthful eating from the ground up. These three sheep—Crystal, Missy and Catherine—are part of the hands-on curriculum. They live on 1 acre behind the school, eating the grass and meeting the students. “The kids are very excited to pet and feed the sheep, and the sheep love it, too,” says founder Amber Stott. For more about the Food Literacy Center’s new space, see the next page.

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The Pied Piper of Peas

(and Carrots and Brussels Sprouts and …) Amber Stott shows off the new $4.3 million Food Literacy Center facility. BY MARYBETH BIZJAK

ow do you get kids to eat their vegetables? If you’re Amber tion of the new facility and owns the land on which it sits. The Stott, you hold a cook-off, pitting two tacos—one filled nonprofit Food Literacy Center doesn’t pay a penny in rent but with broccoli, the other with cactus—against each other provides its programs free of charge to the district’s Title 1 elemenand have kids vote for their favorite. (Spoiler alert: They went for tary schools—that is, schools with students from low-income the broccoli.) As founder and “chief food genius” at Sacramento’s families. Over the past decade, according to Stott, the center has supplied the district with services worth more than $3.5 million. Food Literacy Center, Stott uses crafty tricks like this to teach schoolkids about the joys of cooking and eating healthfully. Now The curriculum demystifies fresh vegetables by showing kids she’s about to realize a longtime dream with the opening of a $4.3 how to select, prepare and eat them. Children learn to cook things million facility where she and her staff can educate like oatmeal with fresh fruit, spaghetti marinara a new generation of Sacramento schoolchildren. and veggie tostadas. Cultural diversity is a big THE FOOD LITERACY CENTER The handsome, 4,500-square-foot modern factor: When one student asked to make noodle EDUCATES SCHOOCHILDREN ABOUT FRESH VEGETABLES, THE building is a definite step up from the center’s soup, the staff came up with a recipe for VietJOY OF COOKING AND MORE. previous headquarters in an old Curtis Park bunnamese pho. galow. Located off lower Broadway behind The There are other school cooking programs Mill housing development, it features an enormous culinary classthroughout the state, including Alice Waters’ famed Edible Schoolroom where students from nearby Leataata Floyd Elementary yard in Berkeley. But Stott’s public-private partnership with an entire school district is the only one of its kind in California. She School can learn to cook using state-of-the-art induction burners, hopes it can serve as a model for other school districts. convection ovens, refrigerators and sinks. There’s also a commerWhy teach kids to cook at school? Aren’t there more important cial kitchen where staffers can prep ingredients for transport to schools for off-site lessons. Eventually, there will also be a 1-acre lessons to learn? Absolutely not, says Stott. “Kids don’t learn about garden behind the building where kids can grow their own produce. this stuff anymore,” she explains. “All that stuff from our grandmothers never got passed down.” Sacramento City Unified School District paid for the construc-

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Spreading Gospel Melinda Watts is a singer, a worship leader, an influencer and a mom. Getting her start at a young age in church, Watts knew in high school that she wanted to pursue singing as her full-time work. Today, she’s living her young dream, traveling around the world to sing and lead prayer. Watts performs at festivals, including the upcoming Juneteenth Festival, June 17–19 at William Land Park. She’s also performed at jazz festivals in Sacramento and weekend services at Midtown Church (where she is a worship leader). “My music style is more like gospel and contemporary music,” Watts says, adding that her favorite music is soul, jazz and a bit of rock. “It’s kind of like a jambalaya of styles mixed together.” In 2021, Watts hit Broadway, taking on a production with gospel great CeCe Winans. Since then, she’s been in Austin, Seattle and Virginia, performing original music and beloved gospel tracks. In summer 2021, her daughter Lyric, 14, accompanied her on a South African tour. This summer, they’ll likely be performing as a duo in Brazil. “I have a pretty extensive travel schedule,” Watts says. Her music is also available online on any streaming platform including Apple Music and Spotify. Her Christmas single “Wanna Love You (This Christmas)” includes a music video available on YouTube; she’s also got a new album in the works slated for a summer release. “I’m really excited to be able to share this with people,” she says of her upcoming album. “It’ll be a mixture between worship and Christian music along with pop.” While performing live is officially Watts’ 9 to 5, she also has a broad social media presence—more than 25,000 people follow her as she posts about her life as a mom of four, fashionista, singer and more. “It’s almost like it’s built in,” Watts says of balancing her musical career with social media influencing. She says she isn’t doing a lot of extra work to create her brand; she’s simply sharing what she would be doing anyway, whether that’s getting her kids dressed in the morning or traveling with her family. “I get to help people,” she says. “I sing to help people’s lives . . . with influencing, it’s the same.” She’s sharing brands and products that make her feel good. “It’s really a cool way to show my whole life.” Follow along: @melindawatts —NORA HESTON TARTE SACMAG.COM June 2022

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Paddles Up!

Doug Koch

Soon after Roseville resident Doug Koch was bitten by the pickleball bug, he was in, of course, a pickle: The nearest courts were about an hour’s drive no matter the direction. Where would he play? Who would he play with? So he started pimpin’. Pickleball pimpin’. Dubbed “the Pickleball Pimp” by local pro Matthew Blom for his prowess in matching prospective players, Koch is largely credited with the game’s great growth regionally in recent years. He’s somewhat deflective about that idea, but considering he has by his own estimate taught thousands of Northern Californians how to play in a decade as an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association-certified instructor, it’s a tough point to counter. Nationally, pickleball participation has grown 39.3% over the past two years to more than more than 4.8 million people, according to a spring report by the Sports & Fitness Industry Association. Pickleball courts are found everywhere from city parks to private fitness clubs, indoor gyms and even shopping malls. In Sacramento, city parks where pickleball courts are overlaid on tennis courts include Magnolia, Valley Oak, Garcia Bend, Curtis and Cabrillo. Koch estimates a drive in search of a playing site in much of the region now to be only a few minutes. Young adults, he says, are playing pickup games after work, much in the way of basketball. The game’s minimal expenses and footprint make it accessible for anyone “from 6 to 90” with decent handeye coordination and mobility, Koch says. All it takes is at least two people, a space a quarter the size of a tennis court, a badminton or volleyball net, a Wiffle-like ball roughly the size of a tennis ball and a couple of table tennis-like paddles, and it’s game on. “If you can get a paddle in somebody’s hand and you get them to hit balls for five or 10 minutes, they get hooked right away,” Koch says. “It doesn’t take much more than that.” Interested in learning the game? Koch gives house-call lessons at local courts and can tailor instruction to any group’s needs through a combination of camps, clinics, and one-on-one or small-group lessons. Contact him at doug@pickleballpimp.com or (530) 713-5395. —AHMED V. ORTIZ

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Coming to a Kitchen Counter Near You: Organic Recycling Sacramento’s participation in a state law that aims to reduce methane—meaning bad—emissions will involve virtually anyone who has ever tossed out a pizza crust, wilted salad greens, chicken bones or food of any kind. And there are lots of us. Californians toss 6 million tons of food waste every year, or about 18% of all garbage. That’s a lot of chicken bones. It’s also a lot of methane gas emissions coming from landfills. By greatly reducing landfill organic waste, the state aims to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 2025. You will play a big part. Whether you live in a house, apartment or mobile home, you will now separate food waste from the rest of your garbage and toss it in the green-waste bin. Your dwelling type will dictate how that’s done, but that’s basically what the change involves. Besides pizza leftovers, you can also toss “food-soiled paper” in the green-waste bin. That’s any uncoated paper, such as tea bags, coffee filters and pizza boxes. But not Chinese takeout boxes because they’re coated. So are milk containers. Commercial customers, or those living in housing with five or more rental units, started the new recycling in January. They are served by private waste haulers. The last group, expected to begin in July, will be those in four units or less, including single-family houses, condominiums and mobile homes. “We know a lot of people who are excited about this,” said Erin Treadwell, integrated waste compliance manager for the city of Sacramento. They’re so excited, they’re already tossing onion peels in with grass clippings. Not good. City waste haulers are not set up yet to process the new waste, which will eventually get made into compost mulch, Treadwell said. A rate hike to city bills was approved in January; the monthly increase that covers the cost of the organic recycling is about $8 initially. Exemptions will be rare. Those who are exempt from green-waste bins, such as housing with no yards, will be issued a food bin. Even if you diligently compost your food waste already, you won’t be exempt from the fee hike. But you’re welcome to keep up your home operation. How you manage your food scraps is up to you as long as you get them in the greenwaste bin. “You can take your plate out there and just scrape it off,” Treadwell said. Some are suggesting freezing food waste, then dumping it on garbage day to avoid anticipated unpleasantness. You already dump your food waste; it’s just going in a different bin, said Treadwell. The city will send mailers with details on where to get free countertop bins for residential customers who want them. Compostable bags should soon be available from retailers, but a paper bag or newspaper will also work for those who feel the need to bag waste. Grass clippings and other green waste will also help smother any smell, Treadwell said. And what about all that new mulch? The city plans to offer the mulch to residents. So your pizza crust could one day revive your prize roses. —M. S. ENKOJI

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Keeping Tahoe Blue BY REED PARSELL

nless you just moved here from Mars, odds are you have at some point seen the bumper sticker “Keep Tahoe Blue.” Perhaps that sticker was attached to a massive SUV or truck with a roaring engine and two tailpipes, which might seem contradictory although even a sustainability connoisseur could (should is a stretch) admit that it takes a big, strong vehicle to get around in mountain snow and ice. Anyway, the famous body of water that shares shores with California and Nevada is under environmental stress. Keep Tahoe Blue, which is an actual organization, says that the lake and its surroundings are most threatened by urban stormwater runoff, invasive species and climate change. Everyone who lives in what’s encompassingly called Tahoe or visits there has a stake in the lake. Concerned local residents include Matt Levitt, founder/president of Tahoe Blue Vodka. “It’s important to me to help preserve the lake because it’s the reason I moved to California at the end of a road trip from Maryland,” Levitt said in a recent phone interview. “I fell in love with Tahoe. Its clear water and clean air and outdoor lifestyle— I set up shop, made it my home and have been here ever since. “Having started a brand—a liquor company, a vodka company—that embodies all things Tahoe, it just made sense to me, in order for the brand to go full circle, to help preserve the lake that inspired it for future generations.” continued on next page SACMAG.COM June 2022

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The 916 Levitt’s commitment to the “greening” of Lake Tahoe stretches back a decade. “Since the first bottle in 2012, we’ve been donating a portion of proceeds back to a variety of nonprofits that help to preserve Lake Tahoe,” he said. “The first and foremost of those is Tahoe Fund, which we partnered probably most closely with. We have donated over $200,000 to a variety of projects, including most recently this scuba trash-removal project called Clean Up the Lake. We donated $100,000 and have pulled more than 20,000 pounds of trash out of Lake Tahoe.” Levitt’s nonprofit of choice, Tahoe Fund, describes itself this way: “The Tahoe Fund envisions a Lake Tahoe where the natural and human environments are in balance and a growing community of passionate supporters enjoys and cherishes this mountain treasure.” The organization reports it’s “the first and only nonprofit dedicated to supporting environmental projects in the region. The Tahoe Fund plays many roles in the Tahoe Basin, in collaboration with local, state, federal partners and others: convener, catalyst, funder, advocate and spokesperson.” How optimistic is Levitt about the lake’s future? Very: “Since I’ve lived here, the climbing visibility in the lake has plateaued and the visibility now is improving in Lake Tahoe. Once upon a time, visibility was 130 feet. It got as low as 60 feet. . . . the

region has gotten on board on this Protect Lake Tahoe campaign. Visibility is improving again.” During the recent efforts to extract garbage, Levitt recounted, “I was actually part of the dive team. The items themselves, the trash that’s in the lake, is much older than newer, if that makes sense. There’s a lot (more) beer cans and beer bottles and items that were carelessly discarded into the lake from, say, the 1980s than there are from the last 10 or 15 years. It’s more glass and aluminum than plastic. I think as a nation, particularly Californians and West Coast residents with this kind of strong emphasis on outdoor lifestyle and ecoconservation and pack out what you pack in, we’ve become more aware of our behaviors. I think we are being more careful, throwing less trash in the lake. I think we’re making a difference and not immediately undoing the improvements that we just made.” Have these donations and other efforts made for the region been appreciated by Tahoe Blue Vodka customers? “I think as California and Nevada residents see us making those changes, improvements and making a difference that it certainly makes a brand more desirable. The consumers’ mindset might be something like, why buy—choose a brand, Absolut or Tito’s or Smirnoff—when Tahoe Blue takes a portion of my money and helps preserve the beautiful, iconic environment that’s in my backyard.”

Keep Tahoe Blue, which is an actual organization, says that the lake and its surroundings are most threatened by urban stormwater runoff, invasive species and climate change.

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A Revolutionary Cancer Therapy An immunotherapy treatment for blood cancers has sent one local patient into complete remission, and may eventually lead to breakthroughs in other diseases as well.

Wellness i n s i d e: A UC Davis lab is modifying cells to treat cancer

Above: Joseph Tuscano, M.D., with patient Alan Gaines

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an Nolta, Ph.D., uses a lot of military metaphors when describing the work she does at the gene manufacturing lab at the UC Davis Institute for Regenerative Cures and Good Manufacturing Practice facility. When cancer patients are in the battle for their lives, it’s good to have a million or so trained assassins on your side to latch onto invaders, stab them, insert a toxin and kill them. Nolta is the director of the stem cell program at the institute and is the scientific director of the Good Manufacturing Practice facility. She’s also the editor of the journal Stem Cells. Her groundbreaking work, and the Hundreds of millions of T cells are work of dozens of doctors and researchers initially harvested from a patient and at UC Davis, has led to some remarksent to Nolta’s lab, where they are modified with the vector and made into able early success in treating blood cancers such as lymphothe specific cancer-fighting T cells. mas in patients facing their Several million of those T cells last stand. When chemotherare then identified and reinfused apy and other standard caninto the patient. Jan Nolta, Ph.D. cer treatments have failed, it Nevada City’s Alan Gaines is UC is chimeric antigen receptor Davis’ first CAR T-cell patient and (CAR) T-cell therapy that has worked is in complete remission after his nonand sent one patient into complete remisHodgkin’s lymphoma refused to halt its sion, and the second test subject is headadvance during standard treatments. The ing toward that same good news. 77-year-old retired commercial airline “We take the blood from a relapsed canpilot and Navy fighter pilot who did two cer patient who’s already been through tours in Vietnam was facing a grim progtheir first round of chemo and their cannosis before his oncologist, Joseph Tuscer came back, and we bring it into this cano, M.D., asked him if he’d like to be facility,” Nolta explains. “We add a safetythe pioneering patient and allow his own modified viral vector that used to be a T cells to be armed test pilots. virus, but now it’s just carrying the gene “The new and exciting part of this we want it to carry into battle.” treatment is that the cells are modified Nolta says her team uses an inactive here, which means the cells are fresher lentivirus that’s directly related to HIV and we can get them back into the patient and places a receptor into the T cell that faster, and that can mean all the differis genetically armed specifically against ence for these sick people,” says Tuscano, the patient’s type of cancer. Nolta’s team who is a co-investigator in modifies the patient’s blood for about two the UC Davis study and weeks in the lab and returns it to the UC the lead oncologist for Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center for both Gaines and Penelope Crumpton, the secinfusion back into the patient. That’s where the fight gets taken to the cancer. ond patient to receive the Joseph Tuscano, M.D. So far, the patients are winning not only CAR T-cell immunotherthe battle but the war. apy. “There are commercial“Once we get the T cells back into the ly available CAR T cells, but the labs are patient, it’s their own cells, so there’s no far away and the cells have to be frozen rejection. It’s immunotherapy,” Nolta for transport. That automatically makes says. “[The T cells] go all through the them less effective.” blood vessels and tissues and look for Mehrdad Abedi, M.D., is an oncologist those cancer cells, poke holes in them and professor at UC Davis who is the lead and blow them up.” investigator of the trial. His job is to over-

see the methods used in the trial and to tweak patient care to maximize effectiveness of the CAR T cells and ensure the patients survive the process. Abedi says he and his team are constantly testing new regimens of chemotherapy and T-cell dosage levels before the CAR T cells are infused. The chemo kills enough cells to make room for the newly trained CAR T cells to expand and start hunting for the cancer cells. “This is groundbreaking work,” Abedi says. “These are patients with no other options. They would likely die without this treatment. And because we are now making these T cells in-house, we don’t have to freeze and ship. We now have plenty of data to show that fresh cells stay in the body longer and the quality of the cells changes for the better.” Abedi says the trial will be in two phases, and he and his team are at the start of the first phase. The first cohort, which includes Gaines and Crumpton, will be examined not only for effectiveness against the cancer but to see if there are any negative effects of the vectors, Abedi says, as well as any side effects that become too debilitating for the patient to continue. Abedi says Phase 1 is expected to be completed in early 2023. Phase 2 will look for the optimal treatment regimen and develop that. Most medical trials have three phases, Abedi says, and the final phase includes a placebo. “But that’s not going to happen with these patients,” he says, for obvious reasons. There are CAR T-cell clinical trials underway for sickle cell anemia, Abedi says, but those treatments are running

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about $2 million per patient. That’s just Tests revealed a growth instead. Her type of blood cancer can attack organs and for the product itself and doesn’t include tests, hospital stays, etc. The key in the produce growths throughout the body. Because it travels through the blood, it’s near future is to get the costs down, he says, and making the prodone of the most lethal cancers. uct on-site will do just After chemo, the growth shrank conthat. Abedi says eventusiderably, and Crumpton thought she ally the cost will drop had defeated the cancer. When it reto around $50,000 per turned in 2019, she got a bone-marrow patient, a dollar amount transplant. Again, she thought she had Mehrdad Abedi, M.D. that insurance compait beaten, but in early 2021 it returned, nies can handle. this time in her liver. It’s the job of David Lubarsky, M.D., to That’s when her oncologist in Redding make the correct investments at the right referred her to UC Davis, and in January time to deliver results for patients, and she got her well-trained T cells back, and the march to victory was on. he’s done that with the Institute for Re“It’s frightening sitting in the room as generative Cures. The CEO of UC Davis they put the cells back into you because Health amassed $50 million to start the a lot of bad things can happen. You can institute, which is on the site of a former horse barn on the old California State have a stroke, for instance,” Crumpton Fair site off Stockton Boulevard. says. “But it was interesting watching the “We needed to find a space for the labs, cells go back in. I tell people that my T and my job is to ask our teams, ‘What do cells went to boot camp.” we need to do to make you succeed?’” Abedi and Tuscano are excited about Lubarsky says. “My job is to what they can do with the T THE UC DAVIS FACILITY cells in terms of the genetic remove obstacles and provide IS ONE OF ONLY A FEW things for great people to do markers they can plant in the ON THE WEST COAST great things. So we’re making cells to better guard against MANUFACTURING CAR investments for the next genrelapses. Sometimes a tumor T CELLS ON-SITE, AND or blood cancer can get smart, eration of patient care.” THE ONLY ONE WITHIN Lubarsky says the idea for go incognito and evade the T THE UNIVERSIT Y OF the UC Davis institute came cells, allowing the cancer to CALIFORNIA SYSTEM. about three-and-a-half years return and regrow, Abedi says. ago after he took a trip to a “The next generation [CAR Swedish lab and was impressed with the T cells] will be able to handle two or three success the scientists were having with targets so the cancer can’t get away with CAR T cells. Now, the UC Davis facility hiding,” Abedi says. is one of only a few on the West Coast Nolta says UC Davis is already at camanufacturing CAR T cells on-site, and pacity and is looking to make further the only one within the University of investments in space and staff to double California system. the number of patients the system can serve every day. “What I’m hoping for is to be chased by the others,” Lubarsky says. “That com“I think a lot of what gets done in canpetition makes us run harder and faster, cer treatment now in terms of taking out and ultimately that benefits patients.” bones and tissue will be thought of as Penelope Crumpton is a beneficiary of barbaric in retrospect,” Nolta says. “We’ll that foresight and had hoped to be the be able to tailor therapies using these first patient to go through the trial. But living medicines and gene therapies and she developed shingles after a chemo send these little soldiers in to take care treatment, and Gaines was tapped to be of things.” the first instead. Crumpton, 64, lives in Tuscano says he is cautiously optimisRedding, and a few weeks after receiving tic that his patients will remain in remisher CAR T cells on Jan. 19, 2022, the sion, that the battles being fought now electrician was back pulling wire. All will ultimately lead to winning the war tests since have shown a remarkable imagainst cancer. provement in her battle against B-cell “I’m a scientist and I’m always careful non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. about making predictions,” he says. “The She was first diagnosed with cancer in question now becomes will this trial help 2015 after what she and her doctor against other cancers and perhaps other thought was a gallbladder issue that was diseases such as HIV? I think it might. causing intense pain in her abdomen. We’re making huge gains.”

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Valley Vibes In Carmel Valley, people enjoy fine food and wine, plus scenic meadows and mountains, away from coastal fog.

Explore i n s i d e: Bucolic and rugged—yet sophisticated—in Monterey County

The organic garden at Carmel Valley Ranch

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Lunch from Earthbound Farm’s Farm Stand

The apiary at Carmel Valley Ranch

was afraid I might panic in the suit. Freak out. Flail my arms and shriek. Run away, with insects swarming around my head. But I remained quiet while a guide named Cyrus stood in the midst of our group. He talked about the ways of the community we would be visiting: The women do all the work; the men are there only to mate. Laughter rumbled through the gathering of adults and children. “Sounds familiar,” a woman muttered. Laminated photographs were shown around as Cyrus told us more—about workers and royalty and death. We were gathered in the organic garden at CARMEL VALLEY RANCH, a sprawling, 500-acre resort that’s nestled against the Santa Lucia Mountains. Beneath a huge oak, we sat on benches and stumps near sun-drenched planters bursting with blooms. Cyrus asked if anyone felt nervous. Hands went up (not mine). Cyrus went on to explain—after he gently asked a couple of impatient boys to stop horsing around—that no one who followed the directions had ever been stung. We were participating in A Bee’s Life, one of Carmel Valley Ranch’s artisanin-residence experiences. For $135 a person ($95 for kids), we would get a tutorial about honeybees and how the hives work, and the relationships between pollinators, plants and people. Then we would don protective gear and head into

the apiary to explore the bee boxes, then come out and taste some honey. “Has anyone here been stung by a bee?” Cyrus asked. Hands went up, including mine. He pointed to me. “How did it happen?” “I was washing the car and I stepped on it with bare feet,” I said, remembering the burning sensation across the bottom of my foot and, almost worse, what I saw when I turned my foot over: a scrunched, muscular insect attached so fiercely that it was impossible to brush away. Cyrus explained the reason I got stung was because I stepped on the bee. He then called on other people, who relayed stories of being stung while waving bees away, sitting on them, picking them up. Honeybees aren’t interested in stinging, he said, because it kills them. But in extreme circumstances—and who knows, exactly, what a bee perceives as extreme?—they will. Mostly, though, their goals are simple: Serve the queen and maintain the hive. We learned how queens come to be, the purpose of royal jelly, and much more.

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Studio accommodations at Carmel Valley Ranch

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Folktale Winery

Garland Ranch Regional Park

Olivia & Daisy

We moved through the garden, where Cyrus showed us hardworking bees among the flowers. By now, we could tell they were all female and identify their pollen baskets (where they store pollen to bring back to the hive; they look like saddlebags). We knew not to wave our arms or jump around. Even the two unruly boys had quieted down. We then proceeded to the shed, where we suited up—jumpsuit, headgear, gloves—and headed into the apiary with Cyrus and another beekeeper. The beekeepers each carried a smoke pot, which would help them control the bees’ movements. Among other functions, a puff of smoke helps drive bees deeper into their hives, Cyrus explained, because in the case of wildfire, they instinctively gorge on honey. Blowing smoke is a distraction technique beekeepers use when inspecting the colonies. By this point, I wasn’t nervous anymore. For one thing, I figured if the little kids could handle it, so could I. But a lifetime of swatting bees away—which Cyrus had told us is a great way to get stung—isn’t

easily squashed, and I did have to remind imo and Vinnie, and how to tap into our myself “no arm waving” when bees buzzed own senses as we interacted with the beauaround me or landed on someone’s suit. tiful animals. We met other members of When Cyrus opened the bee box, a collecCVR’s “herd,” including goats (some sweet tive gasp went up, and real oohing and newborn ones, too) that produce milk for the on-site cheesemaking operation, and aahing happened when he carefully exalso alpacas and sheep. Other ranch extracted a teeming frame clotted with bees and began passing it around. Once everyperiences include falconry, cheese making, one got a chance to hold the bees, sea salt sourcing, archery, natuCARMEL VALLEY he put the box back together, and ralist-led hikes and more. FEELS FAR AWAY Carmel Valley Ranch is a fullwe exited the apiary (got checked FROM THE HUSTLE service resort, with upscale, for ride-alongs as we left), unsuitAND BUSTLE condo-style suites overlooking ed and gathered on the other side OF MONTEREY the property’s golf courses, vineof the garden for honey tasting. CENTRAL. yards and gnarled oaks. Its resA Bee’s Life is just one of sevtaurant, VALLEY KITCHEN , sits adjacent to eral enriching experiences available at a swimming pool and has a lovely patio— Carmel Valley Ranch. We also partician ideal spot for an omelet (made from pated in Equine Connection, which ineggs collected from CVR’s chicken coop) volved learning about horses and how they and some stiff coffee for breakfast, a cheese socialize in herds and with humans. Dr. board (with CVR honey and cheeses) for Robert Magnelli, a clinical psychologist lunch and seafood stew or fresh catch of whose organization Horsepower brings the day for dinner. The house Swing wines equine-assisted psychotherapy and are made from grapes grown on-site. The equine-assisted learning processes to spa menu includes a long list of massages, mental health and wellness programs, facials and whole-body treatments—the taught us how to brush Valentina, GeronSACMAG.COM June 2022

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Explore Be Beautiful scrub will leave your skin softer than a baby’s butt, as they say—and much of the activity calendar involves yoga and outdoor workouts.

coffee, house-made baked goods and breakfast burritos. KATHY’S LITTLE KITCHEN is best known for tacos, quesadillas and weekend menudo, but the lthough it’s in Monterey County, breakfasts pack ’em in, too. Be Carmel Valley feels far away from ready to wait on Saturday and the hustle and bustle of Cannery Row, Sunday. The French onion the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman’s soup at ROUX is a house speWharf and the other attractions that cialty; so are the Cantimpalitos Monterey central is known for. To be Chorizo Corn Dogs. Sit on the clear, it’s also not Carmel—the pretty AT GARLAND RANCH, A patio beside fire pits and heatlittle dog-friendly village by the sea with SEASONAL FOOTBRIDGE ers on cool nights. Word to the the shops, galleries, restaurants, courtSPANS THE RIVER, wise: cash or Venmo only. At yards and Clint Eastwood fame. Inland, WHICH BURBLES OFF CAFE RUSTICA , a long lineup of Carmel Valley is rolling hills and vineTOWARD THE SEA. wood-fired pizzas includes yards, mountainsides and meadows, Jose’s with tomatillo sauce and chicken equestrian properties, gardens and nursCarmel Valley Village—The primary and an Alsatian-style one with dried proeries, tasting rooms and resorts, all becommercial district in Carmel Valley is sciutto, caramelized red onions, fresh neath fog-free skies. It’s scenic, wide open the village, which has a couple of markets, herbs and crème fraîche. Entrées run the and oak studded, casual and sophistiseveral restaurants, a few shops and galgamut from beef goulash to salmon. Big cated at the same time. Aside from honleries, and many tasting rooms—wine portions of ribs, steak and chicken domieybees and horses, here are a few more mostly, but also some for beer and olive nate the menu at RUNNING IRON , and the ways to fully enjoy Carmel Valley. oil/balsamic vinegar (THE QUAIL & OLIVE). adjacent STIRRUP CUP PIZZA dishes up a Earthbound Farm’s Farm Stand— It’s walkable, which can come in handy fine Chicago-style pie. Other hot spots Before Earthbound Farm became “big with wine tasting. Art enthusiasts, check in the village include CORKSCREW CAFE organic” and put salad mixes, spinach out the CARMEL VALLEY ART ASSOCIATION , (beautiful, rustic garden setting) and and arugula in all grocery produce fridgPERIDOT FINE ART, WILLIAM ARTHUR GALLERY TRAILSIDE CAFE (live music, pet friendly). es, it was just a little 2½-acre spread in and EDGE GALLERY. OLIVIA & DAISY BOOK Seats can be hard to come by in CARMEL Carmel Valley. Today the bucolic farm BOUTIQUE has a curated collection of books VILLAGE , so try for a reservation, be ready stand makes a wonderful stop. Wander and gift items—it’s always fun to see what’s to wait and keep an open mind about among the gardens and rows of veggies, on display. In the same center, JEROME’S changing the game plan if necessary. On pick bundles of fresh herbs, and purchase CARMEL VALLEY MARKET is a great stop for a Tuesday night with no reservations, we snacks and made-to-order items (organa sandwich from the deli and some housefound several places closed and all chairs ic, of course) at the cafe. made potato or egg salad. WILD GOOSE BAKtaken at dinnertime in the village, so we ERY CAFE inside VILLAGE MARKET has good Folktale Winery—This lively place (for cruised out of the valley, about 12 miles west, to the Crossroads center at the corner of Highway 1 and Carmel Valley Road, CARMEL VALLEY WINE TROLLEY— Pick up this ride in Monterey for an easy way to taste in Carmel where we had great hunks of wild salmon Valley. Tours start at $159 and may include a rundown of area history on the ride out, then at one of our favorite Monterey-area seatastings of wine, olive oil and balsamic, and a catered lunch at the trolley stop in Carmel Valley Village. food houses: SEA HARVEST.

merly Chateau Julien) includes a tasting room, scenic grounds and its Wine Garden, which provides convivial space for groups small and large to enjoy wine and elevated snacks. The kitchen turns out flatbreads, salads and boards loaded with nuts and cheeses, and servers line up multitudes of flutes and goblets for wine pairings. Live music and fairy lights add to the charm. Take a walk out to the castlelike event space lined with barrels. It’s magical and feels like, yes, a folk tale.

MOTO TALBOTT MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM — Some 170 motorcycles from 17 countries make up this

collection of bikes amassed by Robb Talbott, former owner of Talbott Vineyards and lifelong motorcyclist and artist. The bikes on display span decades, restored, unrestored, some rare, some iconic, you name it. General admission is $10, and it’s open Thursday through Sunday.

GARLAND RANCH REGIONAL PARK— Stop for a short hike along the Lupine Loop trail, a 1½-mile flat and sun-drenched trek that skirts the Carmel River and this time of year should include a waterfall. Lupine Loop is also an on-ramp for other trails in the park that lead into shadier, more wooded areas. You could spend days out here. The park is immediately charming just off the parking lot with its seasonal footbridge spanning the river, which burbles off into the tunneled brush, heading for the sea. BERNARDUS LODGE & SPA—At this award-winning

Carmel Valley resort, Mediterranean-inspired guest rooms and suites include luxuries such as fireplaces, soaking tubs for two, French oak floors and king-size featherbeds. Bernardus Winery’s wines are poured at the lodge. Relax by the lap pool, play a round of croquet or a bit of tennis, indulge in a massage or other spa treatment, and dig into a farm-to-table meal at Lucia, where the menu celebrates the region’s bounty.

Lucia Restaurant & Terrace

Wine Tasting—A cluster of tasting rooms makes it easy to winery hop in Carmel Valley. It is less than a 15-minute walk between CHESEBRO and MASSA ESTATE , with a dozen or so tasting rooms in between. Pace yourself! At the east end of Carmel Valley Boulevard, a lineup includes WINDY OAKS , PARSONAGE , REXFORD and I. BRAND. THE WINE HOUSE has beer, wine and small bites—sit outside by the fire pit. Stop into SCRATCH WINES , where winemaker Sabrine Rodem produces mostly small-lot grenache, pinot noir and riesling. Also in the area: BERNARDUS WINERY, GEORIS (adobe mission-style winery with lush landscaping), BOEKENOOGEN , COWGIRL , JOYCE VINEYARDS and HOLMAN RANCH (a 1920s-era tasting room), among many others.

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“We’re dreaming big. We want zero emissions in every application: locomotives, ships, you name it. Those technologies are out there, but it’ll take time and a lot of money—and public and political will,” says Alberto Ayala, the executive director of the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District. He is sitting in the back patio area of a midtown cafe, drinking a large mug of tea, his eyes shaded from the intense sun. Before Ayala moved over to work with the city, for many years he was a staffer at the California Air Resources Board, where he ended up in charge of its electric vehicle programs. The state fi rst began putting EV requirements in place back in 1990 as it sought to position itself at the forefront of what was then a just-emerging global effort to tackle climate change. With a state and a city perspective, Ayala knows how far Sacramento and the state have come on their journey to eliminating the internal combustion engine—

which is responsible for about half of all greenhouse gas emissions in California—and toward a zero-emission future populated by electric vehicles and hydrogen fuel cell modes of transport. He also knows just how far they still have to go. Despite Sacramento’s huge push to embrace electric cars, because people hold onto their vehicles for a long time in sunny, generally mild climes such as Sacramento’s, it takes an eon to reshape a large vehicle fleet: Even today, less than 2% of all the cars in the city are EVs. Yet with Joe Biden’s presidency ushering in a new era of massive federal investments in green technology and with California once again being given legal authority to set its own strict tailgate emissions standards, there’s a buzz in the air these days, a sense that the vehicle fleet is about to change very, very fast. When it does, cities like Sacramento, which have already seeded the ground for change, will likely lead the way.

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If you own an electric vehicle and plan your route carefully, it’s now pretty easy to drive across country, hopping from one ultra-fast charging station to the next. Many of those stations now can—in the amount of time it takes a driver to buy a coffee and sit and drink it for a few minutes— charge a car to a range of several hundred miles. But if you fail to plan in advance, you still risk running out of charge—a phenomenon that fills EV drivers with something approaching existential dread. In California, by contrast, where 40% of all the electric vehicles in the country can be found, and where one in eight of all new vehicles bought is zero emission, there’s now enough density of charging stations that people don’t have to spend much time planning their routes in advance. It’s hard to run out of electric juice in a state with tens of thousands of public chargers.

IT’S HARD TO RUN OUT OF ELECTRIC JUICE IN A STATE WITH TENS OF THOUSANDS OF PUBLIC CHARGERS.

“Broadly, our state agencies are aligned in trying to accelerate zero-emission transportation,” says Patty Monahan, commissioner of the California Energy Commission. “Eventually it will extend to planes and ships as well as cars and trucks.” For California vehicle consumers hoping to go green in their car purchases, the problem these days isn’t a lack of infrastructure; it’s a shortage of available vehicles. For example, so many people want to buy the new Ford F-150 Lightning pickup truck— which can store electricity and help power your home when the power grid is under stress—that Ford created a waitlist, then had to inform many people on the waitlist (who had put down deposits) that there just weren’t enough vehicles, and they’d have to postpone their purchase for a year or two. “I pulled out,” says Rocky Rushing, a former Capitol staffer and legislative advocate for Coalition for Clean Air. “I figured I’d see what comes off the assembly line in ’22-’23. A pickup truck fits my particular needs, to get out in the wilderness, to camp. You bring a lot of equipment, and you need something spacious.” But, he says, he’s confident he’ll find an alternative EV soon. “The choices and options for consumers looking for EVs are becoming wider with every passing year,” he explains.

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“All of a sudden, you’ve got critical mass, and it’s beginning to make a difference,” Ayala says, pointing to Gov. Gavin Newsom’s mandate that the sale of new internal combustion engine, gas-fueled cars be phased out in California by 2035, and that heavier vehicles—trucks, buses and the like—also move toward fuel cell technology in the decade following that. “But we’re still woefully behind. We have a fundamental idea of what is needed. We’re not close to there. That’s why it’s all hands on deck. It’s going to take time. We’ve got to get off of oil.” Best-guess estimates produced by the California Energy Commission suggest that California currently has 80,000 public chargers. For a fully zero-emission vehicle fleet, which might become a reality around midcentury as old vehicles age out, it will ultimately need 1.2 million chargers for cars and another 160,000 for medium- and heavyduty trucks. It will also need thousands of hydrogen fueling stations. Aware of the urgency of the moment, Newsom has pumped billions of dollars into building up a zero-emission infrastructure, including thousands of EV charging stations and dozens of hydrogen fueling stations, and his recent budget proposal commits an additional $10 billion to build up that infra-structure in the state even further over the next six years. Meanwhile, at the city level, through leveraging state grants and working with innovative private companies, Mayor Darrell Steinberg has encouraged the development of local EV infrastructure in recent years. The city’s endeavors include equity grants intended to make the purchase and charging of EVs more affordable to low-income residents; the extension of a program of free and discounted charging of electric vehicles in city parking lots; and the siting of chargers in the streets and parking lots around multifamily units, where residents don’t have their own garages and thus can’t install their own chargers. One of the happy consequences of this effort is that Sacramento now is at the forefront of the zeroemission vehicle revolution in the United States. It has a large and growing fleet of electric vehicle rideshares (more than 250 cars at last count, with insurance paid for by the company rather than the drivers), zero-emission buses and electric shuttle services. A growing number of workplaces offer free EV charging as a job perk. Also, in many low-income communities, subsidy programs help residents trade in their old, gas-guzzling, greenhouse-gas-spewing clunkers for more expensive—but far less polluting—electric vehicles. In 2016, the environmental justice organization Valley Clean Air Now began a program called Clean

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Cars For All, which offers low-income families up to $9,500 to replace older cars with either allelectric or plug-in hybrid used vehicles. Since then, the group has facilitated more than 4,000 car replacements in the San Joaquin Valley, just south of Sacramento, alone. In 2022, the group has $15 million available to subsidize these trade-ins in the area. “It’s a really cost-effective way to improve air quality, carbon emissions and quality of life in low-income communities,” says Tom Knox, executive director of Valley Clean Air Now. Bit by bit, the city and its surrounding metropolitan region is reinventing itself around a radically new vision of transportation and energy usage. “It starts to generate an ecosystem for ZEVs,” says Analisa Bevan, a zero-emission infrastructure specialist with California Air Resources Board. In 2017, the company Electrify America, which operates a network of fast-charging stations across the country, designated Sacramento its fi rst Green City and promised to invest $40 million in building up local EV infrastructure.

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Jennifer Venema at the city’s newest curbside chargers (14th and E streets), which are wrapped in artwork by local artist Melissa Uroff.

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Over the next few years, the company installed 65 ultra-fast chargers in 14 locations around the city. Some are in Target parking lots, others at the airport. Some are located in new lots dedicated exclusively to electric vehicle charging. “Our stations take credit cards, Google Pay, debit cards, and you can pay via your app,” says Matt Nelson, director of government affairs for Electrify America. Far from the process being somehow more cumbersome than filling up a tank of gas, the financial choices around EV usage make charging one’s car about as easy as driving through a toll booth using an E-ZPass. For Jennifer Venema, who heads the city of Sacramento’s Office of Climate Action and Sustainability, all of this adds up to an enormous opportunity to speed up the region’s transition to clean transportation. “We have a lot of infrastructure in Sacramento,” she says, “spurred by SMUD’s initial investments; by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act investments in 2009; and there’s now an infrastructure in parking garages and so on. We now have the densest public fast-charging networks in the nation, and are second or third in terms of public fast chargers per capita.” Venema says Sacramento is using grants from the state to buy electric vehicles, to invest in electric school buses and to contract with private companies to provide charging stations in public housing and mutual housing complexes around the city. For example, in the mutual housing development in Lemon Hill, 5 miles south of downtown, an EV car share program is now up and running that allows members to get up to nine hours a week of car usage. All of these initiatives tally up to a massive change in Sacramento’s car culture. By 2025, the city has a goal of seeing 75,000 zero-emission vehicles on its roads. Venema and others envision a time in the not-too-distant future when you will be able to pull up to your local library and charge your car while you browse the stacks, or even borrow an electric car or bike from the library in much the same way you currently check out books. Some of the technologists involved in planning the city’s future see a time when you’ll be able to park your car on a charging spot and charge it wirelessly, much as you can now charge your cellphone on a pad in your car. “With electric vehicles,” says Venema, “we really see it as a means to getting to so many of our ends: bringing in technology-sector jobs, meeting the needs of underserved communities, meeting our energy challenges.”

“WE NOW HAVE THE DENSEST PUBLIC FAST-CHARGING NETWORKS IN THE NATION, AND ARE SECOND OR THIRD IN TERMS OF PUBLIC FAST CHARGERS PER CAPITA.”

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Family IN TODAY’S SUPERCHARGED REAL ESTATE MARKET, MAN Y FIRST-TIME BUYERS ARE TURNING TO THE BANK OF MOM AND DAD FOR HELP.

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ast year, at age 41, Carmichael resident Chris Platz achieved a goal he once feared might be impossible. The nonprofit manager joined fellow Gen Xers and millennials who have managed to hurdle a series of economic obstacles—recession, pandemic and soaring house prices—to finally cross the homeownership threshold. He bought a modest $275,000 condominium. But he didn’t do it alone. Kathy Platz, a certified public accountant, not only gifted her son the down payment and went along with him on house visits as his consultant; she’s the one who hit the go button. “Let’s do this,” she texted her son one day last year. “Let’s call the Realtor.” When Chris signed the purchase papers, mom was there with a celebratory glass of wine. Chris chose a beer for the occasion. “It was a mother-son thing,” she said. “He was happy, and I was happy for him.” The warm fuzzies are mutual. "She made it easy,” her son said. “I could not have pulled this off without her. I wouldn’t have known where to start.” The Platz mom-and-son venture is not unusual. Home buying around the region has increasingly become a family affair during what has been the wildest Sacramento home real estate market in years. Amid record-setting prices, unprecedented bidding wars and fast-rising mortgage rates, parental help in fact has become the only way for many in their 20s, 30s and even 40s to get that first foot in that first door. Some parents are gifting their adult children the full down payment. That’s not small change. With the median price of a home in Sacramento County at about $500,000, a traditional 20% down payment amounts to a $100,000 gift. Some parents are taking it another, riskier step. With lending criteria tight since the home-loan meltdown of 2008, parents are co-signing loans to help their adult children qualify. That limits their own future borrowing power and puts them directly into the line of fire if their children fail to make the monthly mortgage payments.

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Data is limited on how often families chip in to get their children into a first house. It’s not something most families readily talk about. But surveys and interviews suggest family financial help is increasing in frequency and in dollar amount. A recent California Association of Realtors survey among agents found an estimated 50% increase in family financial help over the past six years. That’s 10% of all purchases. The percentage on first-time deals is likely much higher. Sacramento-area mortgage broker Nathan Sibbet of loanDepot estimates parents are helping out financially on 25% to 30% of the first-time home purchases he deals with.

“It’s really challenging to buy a house without family help, unless you’ve been working a long time,” Sibbet said. “A lot of folks have the income, but they don’t have the savings to come up with even 10% (down payment).” The “family affair” approach is not just about money, though. Parents are more involved in the shopping and decision-making process as well, said Erin Stumpf, a broker with Coldwell Banker and president of the Sacramento Association of Realtors. The Sacramento real estate market has gotten complicated and intimidating. Parents bring experience, some of it from previous hot markets in the early 1990s and 2000s.

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In one recent case, mom and dad hired Stumpf and honchoed the house hunting. The adult child, who has a high-paying job, showed up to look at the house before the purchase went through. “It’s become a team effort,” Stumpf said. “Part of it is the kid is busy with their life and career. The parents are semiretired or retired. They have the time. They have the eagle eye. And the kids trust their judgment.” Some families are all-in. One mom is selling her home in Texas to make the down payment on a “multigenerational” home in Sacramento. She will live in the accessory dwelling unit—a granny flat—out

back, while her adult child and family—who will own the home—live in the main house. Another couple is gifting a daughter a whopping 60% down payment on a house near them in a safe neighborhood, their real estate agent said. The daughter is an entry-level worker making less than $50,000 a year who would not otherwise be able to afford the monthly mortgage payment. It’s not new for family members to help younger generations get into their first home. It’s in fact something of an American tradition, said analyst Rick Sharga, vice president of market intelligence for Irvine-based ATTOM Data Solutions.

THE REAL ESTATE MARKET HAS BEEN ON A DECADE-LONG UPWARD PRICE SWING. THAT’S PROMPTED A CERTAIN FOMO— FEAR OF MISSING OUT— AMONG YOUNG ADULTS AND THEIR PARENTS. But Sharga said parents and adult children are facing a new reality that has made family aid more urgent: For the first time in generations, it’s not a given that the younger generation is going to be better off financially than its parents. Hit by the Great Recession as they entered adulthood, people in their 20s, 30s and 40s struggled for years longer than their parents did to achieve financial stability. The real estate market didn’t wait for them. It’s been on a decade-long upward price swing. That’s prompted a certain FOMO—fear of missing out—among young adults and their parents. COVID-19, ironically, may have played a role in increased parent involvement, Sharga said. A huge number of young adults moved back in with parents early in the pandemic, allowing them to save on rent and likely leading to some heart-to-heart conversations around the dinner table about the child’s post-pandemic housing plans. At the same time, a good number of baby boomers, many now in their 60s, are feeling flush. They are sitting on historic levels of home equity, and their investment accounts have benefited from a 12-year run-up of stock values. The result is that some parents have decided to fast-forward some of their children’s inheritance, Sharga said. “We are seeing that use of intergenerational wealth earlier, not when mom and dad pass away.” David Tucker, a Silicon Valley retiree and father of two, saw where California real estate was headed a few years ago. He set aside money to help both his children make the down payment. Thanks to that largesse, his daughter, 29-year-old West Sacramento renter Aralyn Tucker, who works for a nonprofit agency, is about to go shopping for her first home. “I don’t have the words (to express) my gratitude,” she said. But it led to a difficult moment when she learned downSACMAG.COM June 2022

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payment help alone wouldn’t be enough to qualify her for a The dividing line between haves and have-nots has shifthouse in the low $400,000 range, based on a mortgage ed notably during the recent run-up in home prices. Now, broker’s review of her finances. it’s not necessarily enough to have a single paycheck, even if Aralyn learned she would need a co-signer on her loan. it’s a healthy one. Longtime Sacramentan Maya Wallace, 44, makes more That sent her back to her parents. “I was apprehensive about than $100,000 as a manager for strategic initiatives with a asking,” she said. “I told them, ‘You have already done so much. So I completely understand if you say no.’ But my dad state agency. But she is still paying $500 a month on student said, ‘Yes, we’ve already talked to our accountant.’” debt, she is single and, unlike some of her friends, her family doesn’t have money to help. The decision was easy, her It’s aggravating. Wallace sits father said. He struggled financially when he was younger. on the city planning commisREAL ESTATE ATTORNEY “You want your children’s lives sion and is a former affordable KEITH DUNNAGAN SAID to be easier than yours. housing executive and a former “Both of my kids are responarts commissioner, but she feels FOMO COULD TURN TO sible. They live within their like she’s on the edge of being “OH NO” AS MORE means. If they were spending locked out of home ownership. every other weekend in Vegas, “I feel like, by my age, I should PARENTS REALIZE THEY I wouldn’t want to give them already be in position to buy a DON’T HAVE THE MONEY this kind of money. But they’ve home,” Wallace said. “I was here earned it, and we can do it.” prices were low) and TO HELP ADULT CHILDREN (when helped make this a desirable Leanna Halldorf, an agent GET INTO A HOME. with Guide Real Estate who place to be. I don’t get to parfocuses on first-time buyers, take in that as a homeowner, said parental assistance can and that is frustrating.” She’s been saving money but figures even if she qualifies help buyers avoid getting in “over their heads.” for a Federal Housing Administration loan, which allows a But she pointed out that young people who do not have family support are at a disadvantage when competing 3.5% down payment, she can’t compete with people who put with the combined financial firepower of two generations. 20% down. So she’s talking with a friend about going in “We are seeing people with generational wealth being together as co-buyers. able to outbid other people who don’t have that help,” “It’s the story of people on the bubble everywhere in AmerHalldorf said. ica,” Wallace lamented. “I am middle class, without a lot of resources to access.” Even for families with money, the way forward in the current real estate climate is not easy or clear. Recently, the market has appeared more volatile. Mortgage rates have jumped, increasing monthly payment costs by hundreds of dollars. Real estate attorney Keith Dunnagan with BPE Law Group in Gold River said FOMO could turn to “oh, no” for many families this year as more parents realize they don’t have the extra money to help their adult children get into a house. One notable statistical trend line suggests that was already happening last year. The percentage of Sacramento households that could afford to pay the mortgage on a median-priced home dropped to 34% earlier this year, the smallest percentage since 2007, according to the California Association of Realtors. (The CAR analysis presumes, by the way, those households had already saved up enough to make a 20% down payment.) My wife and I are among those 60-something parents who plan to gift our 28-year-old daughter the down payment on a house. For now, our plan is on pause. We’re uncomfortable with market signals this spring. Our daughter, an accountant who has been watching the market, is displeased by the lack of houses available and the bidding wars for them. It feels like a guessing game. If she were to buy now, she probably would lock in a mortgage loan rate lower than will be available for the foreseeable future. But if we wait, let’s say a year or two, the market may not be as heavily weighted in favor of sellers. And house prices could have plateaued or dropped in a way that might be meaningful. Aralyn Tucker

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Aralyn Tucker with real estate agent Erin Stumpf searching for a home

That would not be unprecedented. Real estate analysts say the huge price drops during the 2007 real estate meltdown were unique and unlikely to happen again. But home prices saw notable dips that lasted for years in the early 1990s as well. Both of those moments gave many people who had been priced out of the market a chance to get in. The other question potential parental financial helpers face: What’s the smart way to go about this? Real estate attorney Dunnagan said parents should first do a risk analysis of their own finances. That may involve talking with accountants, attorneys and financial advisers to get a sense of their financial strength and needs. He and others also said parents should not just give the child the money. Instead, the parent should write a letter to a loan officer stating that the parent plans to offer a downpayment gift. Then, the parent should send the money during escrow directly to the title company via cashier’s check or wire transfer. But even before that, there is a critical first step: The adult child should attempt to qualify for “preapproval” on a loan. That will give child and parent a sense of where the

child’s finances stand and how much the parent will need to be involved. Then there are the interpersonal family questions. First among those: Is the child a good bet as a financial partner? Yes, you love them, said Dunnagan, but he warned if the deal goes bad, “it makes Thanksgiving a little awkward.” And if parents give substantial help to one child, how does that affect their relationship with their other children? Chris Platz and his mom are happily past all that. They got into the market a year ago, feeling they couldn’t wait any longer. The timing was good. Platz recently saw a condo two doors down with a similar floor plan sell for $75,000 more than he paid. For Kathy Platz, it keeps family close by. Her son and 12-year-old grandson live 10 minutes away. Otherwise, her son could be living 10 states away. She got to help her grandson outfit his room, another warm-fuzzy moment. “Grandma came through with the furniture he wanted,” she said. It’s given Chris a new goal. He would love someday to be able to do for his son what his mom did for him. “As a parent, you almost get more joy out of your kid’s happiness than your own.” SACMAG.COM June 2022

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SUMMER PEOPLE ARE READY TO—CAUTIOUSLY—GATHER AGAIN. IT’S TIME FOR SOME SUMMER SUNSHINE, SHOWS, SPORTS AND SOCIAL INTERACTION.

Sacramento is not out of the COVID woods

completely, but the path back to normal is clearing, and that means it’s time to fill the summer calendar with fun. Luckily, the region is teeming with options. Previously canceled events like the California State Fair, Great American Triathlon and Concerts in the Park are back on, and venues large and small, both indoor and out, are

humming again. Sacramento’s summer couldn’t look better.

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Old Sacramento Waterfront

The ever-evolving Old Sacramento Waterfront is on a roll as area residents have rediscovered its pearls and an influx of Bay Area transplants are finding it for the first time. “We have this opportunity to introduce this area as the front porch of Sacramento, not just a tourist-focused destination,” says Scott Ford, who oversees the waterfront district for Downtown Sacramento Partnership. “We have a regional wine-tasting room, a cluster of artist collectives, dance studios, escape rooms and boating businesses so you can get out on the water.” Attractions include the Waterfront Wheel and Front Street Carousel, and there is a water experience for everyone: slow and easy via City Cruises (formerly Hornblower), at a thrilling clip on Sacramento Jetboats, or by pedal power on a Sac Brew Boat. New this year on the last Wednesday of the month is the Sip & Shop Wine Walk hosted by area retailers with complimentary tastings, music and a chance to win prizes. Also, on July 31 at 4 p.m., country music star Jimmie Allen will headline the SAC Waterfront Festival on the lawn near the Sacramento History Museum. To enhance safety, the district has improved lighting, added walking beat patrols and reduced the number of electric scooters allowed in the area. oldsacramento.com

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GREAT A MERICAN TRIATHLON Rich Hanna took part in Sacramento’s iconic Eppie’s Great Race for years, even claiming first place just out of high school as a solo triathlete in 1984. The 45-year Eppie’s tradition ended in 2018, and today, Hanna is overseeing its renaissance as co-race leader of the Great American Triathlon, a uniquely Sacramento competition that substitutes swimming with paddling— whether in a kayak or canoe or on a paddle board. After a successful inaugural race in 2019, the event was canceled in 2020 and 2021. This year, on July 16, Hanna expects some 2,000 competitors to join the fun. “We live in a perfect place to put on a race like this,” says Hanna. “Not many cities have a river and a bike trail like ours.” With an array of race categories to suit all ages and skill levels, hard-core triathletes and weekend warriors alike can shine as they race along the American River Parkway on land and water. The event culminates in a post-race party with music by singer-songwriter Ruby Jaye, lunch and a beer garden. Nonparticipants can enjoy the race, too, either as volunteers at the kayak and bicycle transition areas or as fans watching from Guy West Bridge as the runners come in and cyclists take off. Sponsored by Citrus Heights-based Innovations Health, the nonprofit event benefits the American River Parkway Foundation and CASA. greatamericantriathlon.com

Juneteenth Celebration at William Land Park

West Sacramento’s Summer Concert Series welcomes music lovers of all ages all summer long with live band lineups on the last Thursday of every month. Rhythm on the River, which kicked off at Drake’s: The Barn in May, returns June 30 with rock bands, July 28 with country jams and Aug. 25 with Latin and funk grooves. The free shows, put on in partnership with the city’s Parks and Recreation Department, Drake’s and the Bridge District, run from 5:30–9 p.m. Kids will have plenty of entertainment, too, with face painting, games and crafts. Food and drink will be available for purchase on-site. cityofwestsacramento.org

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RHYTHM ON THE RIVER

Gary Simon has put on Sacramento’s Juneteenth event for the past 18 years but said this year’s marking of America’s history of slavery and the freeing of enslaved people after the Civil War feels especially important. 2022 is also the first year that Juneteenth (Sunday, June 19) will be recognized as a federal holiday. The free, three-day event in Land Park begins the evening of Friday, June 17, with “Gospel Under the Stars,” a collection of local gospel choirs, bands and solo acts. Everyone is welcome to take a seat—or bring their own lawn chair—to soak up the sacred, spiritual music. This year they’ll gather on the Land Park soccer fields. The tunes continue Saturday, with a variety of bands from blues to neo-soul represented on the main stage and the winners of a youth talent show showcased on a second stage. Food and other vendors as well as booths with community resources and health information will line the soccer field. A large tent houses the arts and education pavilion, and various speakers will address this year’s theme of economic equality for African Americans throughout the day. The event, whose major sponsor is SMUD, concludes with a golf tournament Sunday at William Land Golf Course. sacramentojuneteenthinc.org

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Sacramento Southern Railroad Weekend Excursion Rides A child will forever remember their first train ride, and for some, the experience will make them lifelong railroad fans. Fortunately for kids young and old, the Sacramento Southern Railroad has fully reopened, after two seasons of stops and starts, with weekend excursion rides. Since 1983, excursion trains have delighted passengers for 50-minute rides departing from Old Sacramento and chugging down along the levees of the Sacramento River. Riders can select the locomotive’s open-air seating or vintage closed coaches. californiarailroad.museum

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BABY SHARK LIVE! 2022 SPLASH TOUR Baby shark, doo doo doo doo doo doo. The earworm will eat its way into your hearts, too, on June 22 when Baby Shark Live! 2022 Splash Tour comes to Sacramento’s Memorial Auditorium. Launched in the fall of 2019, Baby Shark Live! played to throngs of adoring children on stages around the country. Subsequent shows, including one originally scheduled for March 11 in Sacramento, were postponed due to the pandemic. Families will be treated to costumed characters singing and dancing through new and well-known songs, including (doo doo doo doo doo doo) “Baby Shark,” as well as “Wheels on the Bus,” “Jungle Boogie,” “Five Little Monkeys” and “Monkey Banana.” “We are excited to invite families and young people down to introduce them to the gorgeous and historical venue, Memorial Auditorium,” says venue manager Sid Garcia-Heberger. “It will be colorful and lively, and a great way to kick off the summer.” safecreditunionconventioncenter.com

Sacramento River Cats You don’t have to know your triples from your bunts to enjoy a River Cats game at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento. Giveaways, post-game fireworks, promotions and a slew of new food and beverage options round out the experience. Theme nights include 90s Night on June 24, Sactown Night Aug. 5 and, as part of Minor League Baseball’s new partnership with Marvel Entertainment, Marvel’s Defenders of the Diamond Night Aug. 27, when players wear specialedition, superhero-branded jerseys. Fans also get a dose of great baseball. The River Cats, a Triple-A affiliate of the 2021 National League West Champion San Francisco Giants, are one of the most successful minor league franchises ever. milb.com/sacramento

MIDTOWN MINI

Mini golf has never been so silly. On Sept. 15 from 5 to 7 p.m., the area of 20th and K streets transforms into a wacky miniature golf course for some 500 participants to putt balls through, under and over obstacles. “There are many golf tournament fundraisers,” says Midtown Association executive director Emily Baime Michaels. “We wanted a version that was more tongue-in-cheek and fitting for midtown.” Midtown Mini raises funds for midtown parks, farmers markets, free yoga and other amenities Sacramento residents have come to enjoy. Each of the 30 holes is sponsored by a local business and will have its own theme. Ticket holders receive a signature cocktail, tasty nibbles from area restaurants and chances to win raffle prizes. A live band and DJ will keep the vibe alive. exploremidtown.org

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Crawdads on the River Got a hankering for blackened fish tacos or a frozen cocktail while safely floating on the Sacramento River? Put summertime at Crawdads on the River on your to-do list. The restaurant built on a barge, which doubles as a music venue, has been a Sacramento staple for good times with a Cajun flair since 1986. “Crawdads has always been a place where people come and enjoy music and the river,” says owner Trevor Shults, who spent time as a young man doing just that before buying the place eight years ago. “We are carrying on the tradition bringing a Bayou-chic vibe.” Crawdads kicks off the summer June 3–5 with its River Fest featuring eight bands, including Sacramento-based rockers Red Voodoo, as well as Maroon 5 tribute band Maroon Vibes. Sunday nights mean sunset parties with DJs starting at 8 p.m. Crawdad’s is located at 1375 Garden Highway. Boaters can dock at the restaurant or rent a slip at Riverbank Marina next door. saccrawdads.com

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DOCO: Makers Market and Live at 5 Sacramento’s Downtown Commons, anchored by Golden 1 Center, is also home to great restaurants and shops, a wine and craft beer bar, luxury salon, movie theaters and the swanky Kimpton Sawyer Hotel. And every summer, the vast DOCO plaza becomes an entertainment venue and showcase for local makers. Presented by River City Marketplace, the Makers Market hosts 40–50 local vendors and artisans June 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with handmade items such as jewelry, bath and body products, artwork, greeting cards and other unique items, as well as live music, interactive children’s games, performances, and hands-on arts and crafts activities. DOCO also hosts its Live at 5 Summer Music Series with a diverse variety of live entertainment. The Happy Hour events, which run Thursdays 5–7 p.m. through October, will feature up-and-coming acts and professional local musicians, including multi-instrumentalists, DJs and more. docosacramento.com

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Y OGA MOVES US

To the uninitiated, yoga may seem a big stretch—literally. But Yoga Moves Us, which brings free outdoor yoga classes to spaces throughout the city and beyond all summer, makes the ancient practice accessible to all. The nonprofit, started in 2015, brings together a diverse cadre of yoga instructors of various styles with people of any age and any level of experience. They gather at parks and other public sites throughout the Sacramento region for community and connection. “You have people doing headstands and others just lying on the mat enjoying the outdoors,” says Kirsten Johnson, Yoga Moves Us president. “That’s the beauty of having teachers who recognize that everyone has their own ability.” The program will nearly double in size this year, with 11 locations from Elk Grove to Folsom and Davis to Old Sacramento. “Pandemic isolation really gave everyone some perspective on how we are dependent and connected to each other when we can do it in a healthy, safe environment,” says Johnson. yogamovesus.org

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SAYS Showcase: Hip Hop, Spoken Word & Poetry

Speaking truth to power is the engine powering Sacramento Area Youth Speaks, or SAYS, a program elevating the voices of young people to communicate passionately and lyrically about social justice issues, as well as deeply explore and navigate their own lives. Based at UC Davis and home to the current National Youth Poet Laureate, SAYS is also an educational and mentorship project that creates pathways to higher education for at-risk young people of color. SAYS performers will take the Mondavi Center stage in collaboration with UC Davis Chicano Studies students on June 2 for three hours of spoken word, hip hop and poetry. The event will feature performances by slam poetry teams and individual spoken-word artists. “Everyone has something they to need to heal from, and SAYS allows people to become change agents and authors of their own lives,” says associate director Denisha “Coco” Bland, an accomplished poet who has performed at Mondavi events with Hillary Clinton and UC Davis Chancellor Gary May. Joining Bland as hosts for the event will be SAYS director Patrice Hill and DJ Lady Char. The show takes place at the Vanderhoef Studio Theater at Mondavi Center. mondaviarts.org

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USA TRACK AND FIELD NATIONAL JUNIOR OLYMPIC CHAMPIONSHIPS

Some of the best young athletes in the country will descend on Sacramento July 25–31 for the USA Track and Field National Junior Olympic Championships. Some 7,000 runners, jumpers, hurdlers, pole vaulters, shot put and javelin throwers ages 7–18 will compete at Sacramento State’s Hornet Stadium. These athletes from all 50 states will bring their coaches, officials, and families along for their dazzling performances on the field. “It’s the largest youth track and field meet in the country, and a huge event for Sacramento and our region,” says David Eadie, Sacramento Sports Commission vice president. visitsacramento.com

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C rawfish & Catfish Festival When Sue Ramon left her home in Louisiana and first set foot in Sacramento in the 1980s, she fell in love with the place. But there were two things missing, she thought: moss and crawfish. Known far and wide as Louisiana Sue, Ramon couldn’t do much about the moss, but she has since brought tons of crawfish to the region, heading up crawfish, Cajun music and Mardi Gras festivals in Isleton, Woodland, Old Sacramento Waterfront and Las Vegas. Louisiana Sue’s Crawfish & Catfish Festival roars into Sacramento’s Southside Park Sept. 10–11 with classic Southern cuisine along with more exotic treats: alligator ribs, crawfish remoulade, fried lobster on a stick and Cajun corn dogs, to name a few. “I just want to bring what I ate, felt and heard when I grew up to everyone here,” she says. “That is what I do, and that is why we are successful. I have families bringing the new generation in. Everybody is happy and enjoying the day. It’s like a huge family reunion.” Nine Bay Area and Sacramento bands over the two days will deliver the blues, Cajun, zydeco, New Orleans jazz and funk to crowds. Don’t be shy about joining a second line parade or two. “You come for the food and you stay for the music because it is unbelievable,” Ramon says. “Bring your lawn chairs, your dancing shoes and a big appetite.” louisianasuepresents.com

Concerts in the Park They’re back—those free, live music extravaganzas that transform Cesar Chavez Park into Friday-night dance parties. After a two-year pandemic-induced hiatus, Concerts in the Park, presented by Downtown Sacramento Partnership, will again fill the vast block at Ninth and J streets from 5 to 9 p.m. through July with the amplified sounds of local artists—think Nate Curry, Arden Park Roots and Camilla Covington—and national bands, as well as DJs. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy the longest-running outdoor music festival in the city. godowntownsac.com/CIP

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PADDLING ON LAKE NATOM A Lisa Horton considers Folsom Lake State Recreation Area’s Lake Natoma the region’s most precious gem, a paradise tucked alongside cities where paddling a kayak, canoe or stand-up paddle board can foster both serenity and sense of community. That’s why she started a Lake Natoma Paddlers Facebook group, now 4,800 strong. The site is a forum for events, including glowing nighttime paddles, tip sheet and welcome mat. “Paddling sports exploded when the pandemic hit and things got locked down,” she says. “People were looking for something close to home they could do and not be around a lot of people.”

The lake’s ice-cold water is a refreshing salve for a 100-degree summer day, and paddlers can enjoy various experiences along the 4-mile waterway, from hard-core, upper-body workouts to bird watching. Furthermore, lighting is gorgeous at sunrise and sunset. “If you go in at Negro Bar and go left, you are in a river canyon looking up at steep granite faces,” Horton says. “Go the other direction, and you get a lake experience—calm, placid water and beautiful scenery around you. From Mississippi Bar at the other end of the lake, you get meandering backwaters filled with wildlife.” facebook.com/natomapaddlers

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SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC

Diehard Sacramento Republic FC fans are getting rewarded for their patience this summer with a star-studded team, a new cool-down area and relaxed COVID mitigation measures. “Our members have been so loyal and supportive of the club through what was obviously a challenging two seasons,” says Allison Yee-Garcia, vice president for marketing. “They have really stuck with us, and the numbers have grown. Our club provides a family-friendly, affordable experience.” Republic FC, which plays at Heart Health Park at Cal Expo, welcomed two hot strikers this year— Douglas Martinez Jr. and Sergio Gontán Gallardo, known as Keko. Returning this year is fan favorite midfielder Rodrigo López Alvarez, affectionately known as RoRo. sacrepublicfc.com SACMAG.COM June 2022

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World Butchers’ Challenge

As spectator sports go, butchering meat may not be on anyone’s Top 5 list. But that’s about to change—at least for meat lovers, farm-to-forkers and anyone with adventurous tastes. Dubbed the “Greatest Butchery Event on Earth,” the World Butchers’ Challenge comes to Sacramento Sept. 2–3, hosted by none other than Sacramento’s Danny Johnson, butcher extraordinaire, Taylor’s Market owner and captain of the World Butchers’ Challenge American team. Spectators will gather at Golden 1 Center to watch teams of butchers from Bulgaria, Brazil, South Africa, New Zealand and 12 other countries compete in meat cutting and product presentation. “You have these whole carcasses hanging—a side of beef, half a hog, a whole lamb and five chickens,” says Johnson. “You see this team turn it into a mouth-watering display with a theme. Meat cutting is very visual. It’s like Iron Chef on steroids.” Taylor procures sustainably raised meats from his regular vendors, including hogs from Butte County’s Rancho Llano Seco, beef from Stemple Creek in Tomales, chicken from Pitman Farms (Mary’s) in Sanger and lamb from Superior Farms in Dixon. Johnson pulled a team together to compete in Belfast in 2018 and took sixth out of 12 countries. He figured it was a perfect event for Sacramento, the Farm-to-Fork Capital, and the lobbying began. The organization loved his presentation, and Sacramento leaders were wildly enthusiastic, as were the other team captains, who visited the city in 2019 before the pandemic forced postponement of the event two years running. Johnson’s 2022 team includes Taylor’s meat department manager Paul Carras, plus butchers from South Carolina, Virginia, Texas and San Francisco. World Butchers’ Challenge CEO Ashley Gray calls the event a “competition of epic proportions—the ultimate mash-up of passion, sport, food, skill, tension, rivalry and camaraderie.” worldbutcherschallenge.com

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GAY MEN’S CHORUS TO THE MAX

Get out your shoulder-padded jackets and puff up or perm your hair for the long-awaited “To the Max: The Best Hits of the 80s,” performed by a 100-singer-strong Sacramento Gay Men’s Chorus at 7 p.m. June 17–18 at The Sofia. Singing along is allowed, and for those old enough to remember the tunes, hard not to do. Think: “Take On Me,” “I’m So Excited” and, of course, “We Are the World.” Conducted by SGMC artistic director Christian Bohm and with a live pop band, the chorus will also bring some surprises to the show. Don’t fret: They’ve got singers who can hit the high notes. SGMC executive director Lynda Walls says this high-energy show was originally planned for 2020, and over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, the size of the chorus has doubled. “All of our singers love the ’80s,” says Walls. “The tunes are so iconic. We are having a ball with it.” sacgaymenschorus.org

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Sippin’ at Winn Wine Garden

In response to the tremendous success of the Wednesdays at Winn market, the Midtown Association has launched Sippin’ at Winn Wine Garden. Nestled in tree-studded Winn Park at midtown’s 28th and P streets, the wine garden provides yet another reason to enjoy the market’s locally grown and crafted products and delicious food in a relaxed park setting. Sippin’ at Winn Wine Garden operates from 5 to 7 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month through October, while the regular Winn market will take place every Wednesday from 3 to 7:30 p.m. The wine garden is sponsored by Acheson Wine Company and Sacramento Natural Foods Co-Op. exploringmid town.org

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“RUPAUL’S DR AG R ACE WERQ THE WORLD” Now in its 14th season, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” is an international smash hit TV show that pits drag queens against one another in dance and lip-synching challenges until one is voted the next Drag Queen Superstar. It’s a winning, thrilling recipe for fun with a powerful mantra: “If you can’t love yourself, how the hell are you going to love anyone else?” “RuPaul’s Drag Race Werq the World” comes to Sacramento’s Memorial Auditorium Wednesday, Sept. 7, at 8 p.m. The TV show has millions of devoted fans, including 55-year-old Calvin Lindberg of Sacramento, who loves the drama and competition and is inspired by the diversity and inclusion. “It’s a look into a fascinating realm of a subset of gay culture,” he says. “It has definitely been a beacon for queer kids and adults who are not allowed to express themselves.” Lindberg and husband David Nancarrow look forward to the live show and seeing Lady Camden, aka Rex Wheeler, a former Sacramento Ballet favorite, who was first runner-up in the just-concluded season of “Drag Race.” safecreditunionconventioncenter.com

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California State Fair

Koobs Nature Area Public Open Days

If you’ve been dreaming about diving into a bacon and pecan cinnamon roll or devouring a jalapeño bacon jumbo corndog, your wait is over. The California State Fair and Food Festival is back. After two years of serving as a state COVID testing and vaccination center, wildfire emergency evacuation and operations center, and shelter for unhoused COVID-infected individuals, Cal Expo will transform July 15–31 into a playground for foodies, livestock lovers, music fans and anyone craving a carnival ride. Cal Expo sports $15 million in facility improvements, and the fair now has a 16,000-squarefoot wine garden to better reflect California’s viticultural stature. Visitors can find 110 different food and beverage providers, including winners of the craft beer competition, and an array of cuisine from deep fried to roasted, meat-centric to vegan. 4H and FAA members will show off their prize-winning hogs and other farm animal favorites, and the winners of the fair’s olive oil, cheese and cannabis competitions will be on display, as well. The daily slate of concerts kicks off with world-renowned Mariachi Vargas, and Butler Amusements will be back with more than 80 carnival rides. “The governor is reopening the state,” says Cal Expo and State Fair CEO Rick Pickering, “and we are excited to get back into business.” calexpostatefair.com

It may be the best-kept secret in the region, but Koobs Nature Area in the heart of Carmichael is teeming with life. The 4.7acre chunk of land hidden behind La Sierra Center is named for the late Jack Koobs, who taught science at La Sierra High School and, with his students and other community members, raised the money to buy what had been an empty dirt field in 1973 and turned it into an outdoor classroom. Thanks to Carmichael Kiwanis Club volunteers, who manage and maintain the property, the area is lush and vibrant, full of plants, ponds and trails—the perfect location for its free monthly Nature Days. The outdoor amenity is also home to one of the oldest Vietnam War memorials in the country, dedicated to La Sierra High School students who lost their lives in the war. Upcoming events at Koobs include Native Plants Day on June 4, Pond Day on July 2, Beat the Heat on Aug. 6 and Bees and Butterflies Sept. 3. Activities this summer include nature hikes to identify native plants like valley oaks and milkweed, exploration of plant and animal life in the preserve’s ponds, learning how critters survive summer heat and the work of nature’s pollinators. Themed crafts round out the days’ events. kiwanisclubofcarmichael.com

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F ARM TO FORK

Lupita Infante

Sacramento’s Farm to Fork events will be back in all their bountiful glory. The annual celebrations of the region’s cornucopia of produce, meats, fish, poultry, wine and craft brew are expected to again draw thousands to downtown Sacramento. After serving up a slightly scaled-back version of events last year, Visit Sacramento plans to fully revive the celebration, with a few additions. The lineup begins with Legends of Wine on the steps of the State Capitol on Sept. 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. The intimate tasting event will feature regional varietals selected by local wine legends Darrell Corti and David Berkley, as well as food samples from area restaurants. The wildly popular, 800-person Tower Bridge Dinner will be held Sunday, Sept. 11, and feature dishes by Greg Desmangles (Bawk!, Urban Roots, Pangaea), Patrick Prager (Kimpton Sawyer), Tyler Bond (Lemon Grass), Q Bennett (Q1227) and longtime Sacramento chef Nina Curtis. Registration for the random drawing for a chance to purchase public tickets begins July 15. Farm to Fork concludes with the free street festival on the Capitol Mall between Fourth and Ninth streets from Friday evening Sept. 23 through Saturday, Sept. 24. In addition to the usual rich array of food and beverage vendors, cooking demonstrations will be back, and organizers plan to add a second stage this year for the full two days of music. farmtofork.com

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MARIACHI FESTIVAL DE SACRAMENTO

The sixth annual family-friendly Mariachi Festival de Sacramento will take place this year at the new SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center Sunday, Aug. 14, from 5 to 9 p.m. Mariachi Estrella de México, one of the world’s largest and best-known mariachi bands, will headline the show, along with Lupita Infante, granddaughter of the legendary mariachi singer Pedro Infante. Infante also will perform with Mariachi Bonitas, Sacramento’s own all-female mariachi group, which appeared last year on “The Kelly Clarkson Show.” Also featured and joining the mariachis will be Ballet Folklorico Nube Oro from Sacramento. The festival is hugely popular in Sacramento, which is home to many Mexican Americans eager to celebrate and share their vibrant and rich traditions with a broader audience. Mariachi typically combines traditional guitar, guitarrón, trumpet, violin and harp with robust singing about life’s joys, trials and triumphs. “When you hear the songs traditional to our culture, it livens your heart and lifts your spirit,” says promoter Miguel Castillo. “Mariachi can’t be duplicated by any genre. It stands alone.” facebook.com/mariachifestsac SACMAG.COM June 2022

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Nestled in the vibrant heart of downtown, Hyatt Centric Sacramento is one of the city’s hottest new hotels. Walk to DOCO, Old Sacramento Waterfront, the State Capitol, and numerous other attractions. After exploring all the city has to offer, unwind at The 7th Street Standard for dinner or imbibe at Clayton Club, a swanky rooftop lounge offering enviable views and craft cocktails. 1122 7th St. Sacramento, CA 95814 (916) 371-7000 HyattCentricSac.com

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Tuolumne County A true rarity in nature and adventure, Tuolumne County is a bucket-list destination. Outside your front door, you’ll have three destinations in one: the iconic grandeur of Yosemite, the authentic history of California Gold Country and the inspiring majesty of the High Sierra. Outdoor recreation is endless and unforgettable here. You can also spend your days shopping, visiting museums and historical sites, dining at excellent restaurants or just relaxing with an incredible view. We invite you to join our NEW Craft Beverage Trail where you’ll be taking sip after delicious sip of amazing beer, wine or cider. Get crafty and savor local favorites at our breweries and pair reds and whites with gorgeous sceneries at our wineries. With so many options to choose from, let us be your trail guide and stop into the Visitor Center in Downtown Sonora when you get here for more information. Allow for year-round access to fun adventure and memory-making moments. Rest your head in a variety of lodging options, from campgrounds to modern lodges and resorts for any budget throughout the county. Tuolumne County also offers hundreds of trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding fun. A local favorite hiking spot is the Hetch Hetchy Reservoir where you can experience the beauty of Yosemite without the park reservations. Wherever your adventure leads in Tuolumne County, we look forward to welcoming you and thank you for traveling responsibly. For more information on where to stay and activities in Tuolumne County, visit VisitTCToday.com/SacMag.

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Designer Leah Connolly designed everything in this tiny house around a show-stopping retrostyle refrigerator manufactured by Unique Appliances.

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hen Leah Connolly of Studio Connolly was hired to design the interiors for a 320-square-foot accessory dwelling unit behind a midtown Victorian, her instinct was to go bold in the compact space. Lucky for her, owners Hilary Haycock and Rob Robertson were of the same mind, having already purchased a cheerful aqua refrigerator for the kitchen before Connolly came on board.

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When decorating a small space like an ADU, Connolly says choosing a streamlined color palette is key. “Pick three main colors. Otherwise it can look chaotic.”

The challenge before Connolly was how to use the fridge as a springboard for the rest of the project. She went all in with color, choosing base cabinetry in navy and geometric tiles in mustard yellow. “When you have blue everywhere, you need a warm counterbalance, and the backsplash provides that,” explains Connolly. In the bathroom, Connolly selected a botanical-themed wallpaper in keeping with the feminine, free-spirited aesthetic found at Anthropologie, a retailer favored by Haycock. “The mix of geometric

The fact that the ADU isn’t used as a fulltime living space gave the designer and homeowners permission to go bold with color and pattern. “That gave us a lot of freedom,” says Connolly. The kitchen’s base cabinets are painted in Dunn Edwards’s Blue Tapestry. The backsplash is Fireclay Tile’s Star & Cross pattern. SACMAG.COM June 2022

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The bathroom wallpaper is Juniper Forest by Rifle Paper Co. for York Wallcoverings. The timeless octagon and dot tile pattern on the floor is the same one used in the main dwelling, providing a sense of continuity between the two spaces.

and organic works in this small space because of the integrated color palette and the scale of the patterns,” explains the designer. Another tip when designing for tight quarters: Pick your moments. “You can’t make everything high impact,” explains Connolly. “For this space, I decided that the focal points would be the backsplash, fridge and wallpaper.” Simple gold-tone cabinet hardware, understated light fixtures and classic flooring materials help pull the look together without competing for the spotlight. The homeowners were pleased with the eye-catching result. “I like to tell my clients that these are spaces where you should feel happy when you walk in,” says Connolly. “You need to go with what you know is going to bring you joy.”

Resources INTERIOR DESIGN: Studio Connolly CONTRACTOR: Old School Construction WALLPAPER: PhD Wallpapering

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2021 MASTERS CLUB MEET THE TOP PRODUCERS A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE

Sacramento Magazine is pleased to honor some of the region’s finest REALTORS® in a special section dedicated to 2021 Masters Club Honorees. On the next several pages you will meet the cream-of-the crop in the residential real estate business, REALTORS® who have achieved special club criteria in sales, closed transactions and/or membership participation. You will also learn more about a few special neighborhoods as some expert REALTORS® showcase their favorites. Discover how working together, these REALTORS® have helped our region’s real estate market thrive! We thank participating Masters Club members, their associations and Hall’s Window Center for their support in this section.

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Another Successful Year! FOR SACRAMENTO ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® MASTERS CLUB

2021 was a successful year for the Sacramento Association of REALTORS® Masters Club. The purpose of the Masters Club is to support the Sacramento Association of REALTORS® in providing programs and services that enhance the competency, professionalism and productivity of its members, and to recognize the achievements of the top REALTORS® who apply for membership and who have earned a requisite level of excellence in real estate sales.

The Sacramento Association of REALTORS® Masters Club is active in supporting community activities by donating monies and services to a wide range of local charities including the Foster Youth Education Fund, Women’s Empowerment and Wind Youth Services. Make your move to team up with the best in real estate, your Masters Club REALTORS®! Congratulations to all the outstanding producers who achieved Masters Club Membership during 2019!

2021 OFFICERS BARBARA LEBRECHT, GALSTER REAL ESTATE GROUP | President KELLY PLEASANT, GUIDE REAL ESTATE | President-Elect YURI RAMIREZ-VILLANUEVA, EXP REALTY OF CALIFORNIA INC. | Secretary-Treasurer ROBYN DELONG, COLDWELL BANKER REALTY | Immediate Past President

2021 STEERING COMMITTEE James Amen, Amen Real Estate Karen Berkovitz, Lyon Real Estate Keveron Bryant, Bryant Gonzalez Real Estate Katie Butler, Better Homes and Gardens RE Jason Habeeb, Galster Real Estate Group Lori Logan, Better Homes and Gardens RE Patti Martinez, Lyon RE LP

Amy Morris, Lyon RE Downtown Sean Palmer, Palmer Real Estate Tyson Redmond, RE/MAX Gold Sierra Oaks Ricardo Rivera, Guide Real Estate Ujjal Singh, HomeSmart ICARE Realty Paula Swayne, Dunnigan, REALTORS Cynthia Woods, Galster Real Estate Group

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The Placer County Association of REALTORS® is a real estate membership based organization with 4,060 members in the Placer County Area. The Placer Association is focused on being the leading advocate of the real estate industry; to serve the communities in which we do business; and to build valuable alliances locally and statewide to promote private property rights. Visit www.pcaor.com for additional information.

Placer County Association of REALTORS® Honors Top Industry Achievers The Placer County Association of REALTORS® (PCAR) has announced the recipients of the 2021 Masters Club. This group of outstanding real estate professionals have proven, especially in a booming market, that their expertise, attention to transactional details and ability to guide their clients through the entire process is more important than ever. They have been resilient throughout the past 2 ½ years and continue to serve their clients, the community and each other with extraordinary passion and professionalism. “At PCAR, we are committed to supporting our members with opportunities to continue to grow and excel in the real estate industry”, said PCAR CEO, Dean Anderson. “Their success is something that we are very proud of and look forward to celebrating at our Spring Soiree event in May.” 2021 marks the 47th year that PCAR has celebrated its prestigious and accomplished Masters Club. Members of Masters Club are REALTORS® who have met the previous year’s sales and transaction qualifications set by the Masters Club committee. In 2021 REALTORS® were required to reach a total sales volume of $5.75 million with at

least 8 closed transactions or a total of 20 closed transactions. “Each year we are blown away by the incredible work and achievements of our PCAR Masters Club Members. Their success is a testament to their ability to navigate a market like we have never seen, ” said Masters Club Co-Chair, Michele Colombo. Participants who qualify for Masters Club represent the top 10-15% of PCAR members. This year, 520 Masters Club members qualified and represented the top 13% of the REALTOR® membership which totaled 4,060 at the close of 2021. The Masters Club is comprised of the following classes; First year members (93), Continuing members with 2-4 years in the club (132), Life Members with 5-9 years in the club (133) and Outstanding Life Members with 10+ years in the club (162.) “We are so thrilled to finally be able to be gathering to celebrate these incredible REALTORS®,” stated Masters Club Committee Co-Chair, Teena Budd. “After so many years of hard work and postponed events, they deserve to be recognized for their extraordinary efforts in their community and for their clients.”

2022/2023 Masters Club Committee

CO-CHAIRS: Teena Budd- Co-Chair, GUIDE Real Estate Michele Colombo- Co-Chair, GUIDE Real Estate

COMMITTEE: Cheryl Keller, RE/MAX Gold Rocklin Mimi Kim, Coldwell Banker Sun Ridge R.E. Cristina MacWilliam, GUIDE Real Estate

Congratulations, Placer County Masters Club Members! The Placer County Association of REALTORS® is a real estate membership based organization with 4,194 members in the Placer County Area. The Placer Association is focused on being the leading advocate of

Nichole Moody, Coldwell Banker Sun Ridge R.E.

the real estate industry; to serve the communities in which

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we do business; and to build valuable alliances locally and

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statewide to promote private property rights.

Bill Sadek, Engel & Völkers Roseville Chris Sheffer, Sheffer & Associates Cynthia Smith, Cynthia Smith Properties

Visit www.pcaor.com for additional information.

Sherri Walker, Keller Williams Realty Tracy Young, The Advantage Group

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Rancho Murieta Neighborhood Expert

Karen M. Hoberg Broker/Owner

Rancho Murieta Homes & Land, Inc. ENERGY. PASSION. COMMITMENT. Karen’s love of people, genuine concern, exuberant personality and great business sense have made her one of Sacramento County’s Top Residential Real Estate Brokers year after year. For over 30 years, her clients have recognized her market knowledge, tireless attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to results. Throughout the years, generations of families remain loyal and utilize Karen’s talents and expertise to help them buy and sell again and again. Karen enjoys living and selling homes in Rancho Murieta, and is the Top Producing agent in her community. She also has a proven track record throughout Sacramento, Placer, El Dorado and Amador Counties. It’s very important to Karen to give back; she continues to contribute to her many favorite charities: Red Cross, Kiwanis, Optimist Club, ASPCA, Jacob’s Angels, Playmakers and to firefighters and victims of fire throughout Northern California. EXPERIENCE. KNOWLEDGE. RESULTS. Karen was the Top Producing Residential Real Estate Agent in

EXTRAORDINARY 8,450 +/- SF CONTEMPORARY HOME ON THE 14TH TEE & FAIRWAY OF NORTH RANCHO MURIETA CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE. Impressive one of a kind property with opulent master suite, three en-suites, separate in-law quarters plus library & private office/ bedroom. Dramatic home has curved staircase suspended over 14ft cascading waterfall built around massive rock outcroppings & Koi pond. Magnificent living room with cathedral ceiling & wall to wall windows filling the interior with natural light. Superior construction with extraordinary level of detailing including the kilndried hand carved imported Teak cabinetry and majestic light fixtures. Center island gourmet kitchen has slab soapstone counters & walls leading to secluded backyard with lush landscaping & free-form pool with waterfalls nestled in the native rock outcroppings surrounded by expansive Trex decking ideal for grand entertaining. FOR SALE $2,688,800 14913 Guadalupe Drive, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683 EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOM MEDITERRANEAN HOME WITH FREEFORM POOL. Stunning remodeled 2,958 sf with 3 Bedrooms, Office, 2.5 Baths. List Price: 1,298,800 SOLD: $1,345,000. March 28, 2022. 6300 Puerto Drive, Rancho Murieta, CA 95683

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PRESIDENTIAL MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Judy Schoer

Paula Swayne

Proudly celebrating 47 years of successfully meeting the needs of Buyers and Sellers in Greater Sacramento! Integrity, hard work, knowledge of the marketplace and community are crucial to creating longevity as a REALTOR®! I strive to demonstrate my commitment to provide top quality service in each and every transaction. So thankful for my customers and fellow REALTORS®! Please contact me to put my dedication and experience to work for you!

The process of purchasing or selling a home should be about you. It should be fun. It should be exciting. In the end, you should be comfortable and knowledgeable about the way the process worked. These are the goals that I have for you. Helping clients since 1995, I understand how stressful and chaotic home selling or purchasing can be. However, with patience, empathy, and knowledge, it can actually be a great adventure! Let’s travel this road together!

REALTOR® Emeritus, Broker, GRI, SRES, ASP DRE# 00513104 | SAR Judy Schoer REALTORS® (916) 966-2221 • Text: (916) 716-0558 judyschoer4homes@aol.com www.judyschoer.metrolistpro.com

Dunnigan REALTORS® DRE# 01188158 (916) 425-9715 Paula@PaulaSwayne.com www.PaulaSwayne.com

Brian Kassis

Barbara Frago

Glenda Hill

Sue Olson

RE/MAX Gold DRE# 00989626 | “Your REALTOR® for Life!” (916) 539-9555 Brian@TeamKassis.com

Lyon Real Estate DRE# 00580837 | SAR (916) 425-3637 bfrago@golyon.com

www.briankassis.com

www.barbarafrago.com

Coldwell Banker (916) 761-7548 DRE# 00666365 glendaahill@earthlink.net SAR

Coldwell Banker DRE #00784986 | SAR (916) 601-8834 sue@sueolson.net 42 years experience.

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Serrano Neighborhood Expert

The Pat Seide Group

Pat Seide has dedicated many years to building relationships with sellers, buyers, builders and developers in the Serrano community located in El Dorado Hills. Passionate about growing this region, she is a leader in the local luxury real estate market. Pat and her husband have lived in Serrano for 22 years, where they enjoy seeing neighbors take advantage of the many amenities. The community offers more than 1,000 acres of open space and 17 miles of walking trails. A private, award winning, country club with restaurants, tennis, swimming, fitness center and a par-72 golf course. These are just highlights of the vast offerings Serrano residents can take advantage of.

DRE# 00892540 | ECAR, PCAR, SAR (916) 712-1617 Patricia.seide@cbnorcal.com www.patseide.com

Georgia Mikacich

Connie Peel

NAR REALTOR® Emeritus Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage DRE# 00570810 (916) 947-6638 georgia.mikacich@cbnorcal.com

DRE# 00970815 | SAR (916) 718-9470 (916) 484-2030 Office conniepeel@gmail.com

Viki Benbow • Selling the Greater Sacramento Area since 1969 and a Broker Since 1972. • Wrote a #1 Best Selling Book on Amazon – Signed Sealed and Sold! If you’re thinking of buying or selling, give me a call and let me put my 52 years of experience to work for you. Remember, experience is not expensive, it is priceless!!!

Cynthia “CJ” Sergeant

Gloria Knopke

Diez & Sigg Properties DRE# 01411090 | SAR MyRealtorCJ1@gmail.com

Lyon Real Estate DRE# 00465919 | SAR (916) 616-7858 gknopke@GoLyon.com

(916) 616-6070

www.gloriaknopke.com

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Coldwell Banker SAR | Presidential DRE #00356708 | NMLS # 1815492 (916) 284-7133 viki@vikibenbow.com

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Sierra Oaks Neighborhood Expert

Tanya Curry, REALTOR® Sierra Oaks & Sierra Oaks Vista, Wilhaggin, Del Dayo As the American River weaves its way from Folsom Lake to downtown Sacramento it makes a scenic backyard for many residents including those in Sierra Oaks, Wilhaggin and Del Dayo. Expansive lots, ranch-style homes and proximity to nature inspire residents to jump on their bikes, lace up their shoes, even pop in their kayaks and head to the 26-mile long treasure known as the American River Parkway. It’s here where Eppie’s Great Race got its start and Rio Del Oro draws athletes for tennis, pickleball, fitness and swimming. Jesuit and Rio Americano high schools attract families looking for an exceptional education experience and are close enough to the river that P.E. classes and track teams take advantage of the parkway trails. Great restaurants abound at The Pavilions and The UV and everything is close enough to downtown that you won’t need a freeway.

DRE# 01375328 (916) 698-9970 tcurry.golyon.com

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PRESIDENTIAL MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Dee Schwindt,

Patricia Seide

Coldwell Banker (916) 341-7852 | (916) 704-0718 DRE# 00498850 | SAR dee.schwindt@cbnorcal.com

Pat Seide has built her business with great care and attention to her clients. Rather than count dollars sold or number of transactions, Pat prefers to measure her success in satisfied buyers and sellers. Her long history of referrals and repeat customers confirms that success comes with putting her clients first. With years of experience and knowledge, Pat is able to provide the highest level of services possible. Pat specializes in El Dorado Hills, Folsom, Granite Bay and the Sacramento Region. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage DRE# 00892540 | ECAR, PCAR, SAR (916) 712-1617 Patricia.Seide@CBNorcal.com

www.CallDeeFirst.com

www.PatSeide.com

REALTOR® Emeritus Specializing in Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer and Yolo Counties - Dee has built her business with great care and attention to detail. Aimed at achieving her clients’ complete satisfaction, she takes a “Clients First” approach when guiding them through the Real Estate world. For 36 years Dee has been a consistent award winner and top producing agent.

Lenora Harrison Tracey Saizan DRE# 00797804 | SAR Keller Williams Realty - Elk Grove (916) 761-8180 tracey@traceysaizan.com

Thanks to all my clients and the community for your continued support and business. I love selling Real Estate in Sun City Roseville. Celebrating 21 years in Masters Club. Broker/Associate GRI, CNE, SRES and International President’s Circle Coldwell Banker Sun Ridge Real Estate DRE# 01229917 (916) 765-4188

www.traceysellslaguna.com

2021

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PRESIDENTIAL MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Vivian Daley

2021

MASTERS CLUB

I have been in real estate in the Sacramento area for more than 48 years and with Lyon RE over 38 years, moving here from Georgia in 1970. I have worked in New Home sales for Robert Powell in Campus Commons, East Ranch, Wyndgate and Maddox Ranch. Prior to real estate I was in banking and in the 60’s a Flight Attendant for Eastern Airlines, which nurtured my love for people and eagerness to assist them. I’m lucky to be doing what I love and strive to be the BEST for my clients. Let us all keep an attitude of gratitude. Lyon Real Estate, Vice President DRE# 00475888 | SAR (916) 849-7314 vdaley@golyon.com

Zoritha Thompson Goree & Thompson Real Estate, Inc. DRE #01077927 (916) 601-7653 zorithasellsreo@gmail.com

Rhonda Holmen Patty Baeta

Angela Heinzer

Outstanding Life Corcoran Global Living DRE #00714357 (916) 806-7761

DRE# 01004189 | SAR Coldwell Banker (916) 212-1881 angela.heinzer@cbnorcal.com

pattybaeta@mycci.net

www.angelaheinzer.com

For 27 years I’ve advocated for my clients on the biggest financial and emotional transactions of their lives. Whatever your real estate goals, my expertise and enthusiasm can work for you! GRI, CRS, CNE, SRS DRE# 01189785 | SAR (916) 296-8886 www.rhondaholmen.com

Idelle Claypool My passion for real estate and dedication to my clients for the past 31 years have developed a base of diverse, loyal clients. Let me bring my professionalism and care to your next sale or purchase. CRS, GRI, CNE, SRES DRE# 01097766 | SAR (916) 730-8895 www.idelleclaypool.com

Nick LaPlaca BHHS - DRYSDALE PROPERTIES Broker Associate - Proven track record of success for over 40 years. Expert knowledge of the local market and its rich and colorful past. Expert Witness Experience. Certified Residential Specialist, Senior Real Estate Specialist, Trust & Probate Specialist. Past President of the SAR Masters Club. Bachelors, Masters and Doctorate from University of the Pacific. Former Assistant Dean - UOP McGeorge School of Law. DRE# 00842218 | SAR Berkshire Hathaway Drysdale Properties (916) 764-7500 nick.laplaca@BHHSDrysdale.com BHHSDrysdale.com

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Gil A. Albiani CELEBRATING OVER 40 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS, MASTERS CLUB MEMBERSHIP We have been blessed with clients who continue to call upon us to help with their real estate needs. Again in 2021, farms and land, lots, estate homes and small commercial properties comprised a major part of our business. We look forward again this year to continue providing personal and professional real estate services to our loyal and new clients. Albiani Real Estate Group DRE# 00584962 | SAR (916) 425-0330 gil@albianireg.com

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OUTSTANDING LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Cheryl Keller Thank you to all of my amazing clients for helping me achieve Outstanding Life member of the Masters Club. I am fortunate to have 22 years of selling homes and helping my clients achieve their dreams and find their next chapter in a new home, investment or sale. I am honored to say that this year I have founded my own company of professional Realtors, Brick Lane Real Estate. I would love the opportunity to help you with your next real estate chapter. DRE #01290197 | PCAR, SAR (916) 768-4408 Cheryl@CherylKeller.net CherylKeller.net

Fair Oaks Area Specialist

Suzanne Volkman

Toddy Schultz

When it comes to the purchase or sale of real estate, you want a caring, knowledgeable professional. When that property is in the greater Sacramento area you want Suzanne Volkman. In Suzanne you will find not only an experienced communicator and negotiator but an advocate in your real estate transaction who just doesn’t give up, no matter the obstacle. Simply put, you want her on your side. Whether buying or selling call Suzanne today. You will be glad you did!

As a consistent TOP PRODUCER for the past 16 years, I have successfully represented both sellers and buyers in all types of markets. I will help you navigate the process and will always be here for you. Team Up With Toddy!

Broker Associate - CRS, PMN DRE# 00702179 (916) 773-1028 suzanne.volkman@cbnorcal.com

DRE# 01483530 | SAR Lyon Real Estate (916) 342-3573 tschultz@golyon.com

www.SuzanneVolkman.com

Laurel Davies Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc. 1555 River Park Dr., Ste. 109, Sacramento FiveStar Pros | DRE# 01049869 | SAR (916) 952-6813 mizlaurel@aol.com www.mizlaurel.com

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Alyssa Cross Realty One Group Complete DRE #01889056 | PCAR (916) 716-6066 Alyssa@RUReadyToMove.com

Drew B. Rosen RE/MAX Gold DRE # 01448477 | PCAR (916) 838-4444 14 Consecutive Years in Masters Club drewrosenrealestate@gmail.com

Mona Gergen Dunnigan REALTORS® DRE# 01270375 | SAR (916) 247-9555 mona@monagergen.com www.monagergen.com

RUReadyToMove.com

Diane Johnson

Mark DeGennaro

Dana Miller

Steffan Brown

KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY—ELK GROVE DRE# 02029743 | SAR (916) 217-7409 diane@dianejohnson.org

Coldwell Banker DRE# 01394970 (916) 849-4810 mark@markdrealty.com

eXp Realty of California DRE# 01472899 | PCAR, EDCAR, SAR (916) 716-9046 danamillersells@yahoo.com

DRE# 01882787 | SAR Coldwell Banker Realty (916) 717-7217 steffan@steffanbrown.com

dianejohnson.org

www.markdrealty.com

www.agentdana.com

www.SteffanBrown.com

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OUTSTANDING LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by Arden Park Neighborhood Expert

Tim Comstock, Coldwell Banker Realty

770 La Sierra Drive - SOLD 1210 El Sur Way - SOLD 1600 El Nido Way - SOLD 1329 Eastern Avenue - PENDING

Although there are many special neighborhoods in Sacramento, Arden Park ranks among the top because of its “Mayberry” family feel, quintessential ranch homes, close-knit community and proximity to great restaurants, shops and highly-rated K-12 schools. It’s close to freeway access and downtown but far enough away that it feels like a safe oasis. Its meandering, canopied streets are designed for residents’ safety and discourage cut-through traffic while beckoning you to walk the dog, play ball out front and gather with neighbors. During Spring and Summer visit the park and you’ll probably see the fun-loving AP Swim Dolphins racing down the pool. And lastly, this wonderful place is home to the Arden Park Soccer Club, arguably one of the most successful neighborhood clubs in the greater Sacramento area, which prides itself on fielding dozens of teams with over 1200 kids. It’s a fine-tuned machine thanks in large part to the local families and businesses who volunteer hours and generous support to make sure the kids get what they need. Arden Park Soccer Club’s motto is Community at its Best! It’s a motto that seems to apply to this entire neighborhood community.

DRE# 01879462 (916) 548-7102 | 916.548.7102 (Direct) 730 Alhambra Blvd. Suite 150, Sacramento, CA 95816 www.timcomstockrealestate.com

No exceptions when it comes to experience …and Integrity

Shawn Mileham Exp Realty of California DRE #01271371 | (916) 806-5496 shawn@stocktoninvestor.com SacramentoInvestor.Com StocktonInvestor.Com

Becky Lund Hard work & commitment to my clients’ best interest has allowed me to be a top Fair Oaks agent. For 20+ years I’ve been blessed to work with great people who trust me to guide them through one of the most monumental times of their lives. Having the opportunity to work with so many great people has resulted in my business growing into a thriving real estate team. As a team, all members share the same commitment to our clients but we are now able to utilize our individual strengths and then work together to ensure the best outcome. We look forward to providing personal professional service to new & loyal clients. RE/MAX Gold DRE# 01297999 | SAR (916) 531-7124 Becky@TeamLund.com www.TeamLund.com

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Victoria Witham Witham Real Estate DRE# 01456452 | SAR (916) 718-1751 Victoria@WithamRealEstate.com www.WithamRealEstate.com Personable. Knowledgeable. Professional.

Angela Gitt DRE# 01132561 | SAR Lyon Real Estate (916) 224-5843 agitt@golyon.com www.angelagitt.com

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OUTSTANDING LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Geanne Pack With gratitude always to my clients for allowing me the opportunity to serve them in the capacity of being their real estate professional. I could not have done this without the continued support of my clients, friends and family who support me everyday. Thank you. I am truly grateful.

Shanda Lusich

RE/MAX Gold DRE #01395755 | PCAR (916) 412-2573 Geanne@SellsNorCalHomes.com

Donna Lunardini & Maureen Higelin

Coldwell Banker Realty DRE#.01070238 | SAR (916) 214-8479 shanda.lusich@cbnorcal.com

GeannePack.REMAX.com

www.shandalusich.com

Coldwell Banker Donna DRE #00975576 | PCAR Maureen DRE #01136382 | PCAR (916) 956-1994 Focusing on 55+ Active Adult Communities placercountyrealestate.com

Trey Bonetti

Kathy Sroka Masters Club Outstanding Life Member DRE# 00991722 | SAR, PCAR (916) 201-3380 kathysroka@gmail.com www.HomeSalesEZ.com

Tammy Yu

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Elite Real Estate Speaks Chinese, Mandarin and Cantonese DRE# 01365718 | SAR (916) 600-2098 tammyuus@yahoo.com

• Managing Broker • Active REALTOR® • Property Manager with over 300 units managed • Real Estate School on site • Serving the Greater Sacramento Area for over 30 years

• Masters Club Outstanding Life Member • Relocation Services, Leading Real Estate Companies of the World

Cook Realty 4305 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, 95822 DRE# 00999899 (916) 768-9360 trey@cookrealty.net www.cookrealty.net

LuAnn Shikasho • Bilingual in English & Japanese • Five-star rated on Yelp.com • Accredited Buyer’s Representative • Graduate, REALTOR® Institute LuAnn is an established real estate professional who has served our region for 10+ years. Call LuAnn today to experience the dedicated, knowledgeable and professional service you deserve. eXp Realty of California Inc. DRE #01764898 | SAR (916) 585-3788 LuAnn@LuAnnsHomes.com www.LuAnnShikasho.eXpRealty.com

Brandon and Mandy Shepard

As Owners of The Residence Real Estate Group, Brandon and Mandy Shepard have built their reputation through their incredible agent and client relationships. With local roots and a proven track record, they have a fiercely loyal dedication to every single transaction. Brandon also serves on the Sacramento Association of REALTORS® Masters Club Steering Committee. Both Brandon and Mandy are Certified Relocation Specialists. As a team, Mandy and Brandon are the REALTORS® you want to be sure to chat with to help answer the burning question, “Where will you reside?” Mandy Shepard Brandon Shepard Broker/Owner Owner The Residence Real Estate Group The Residence Real Estate Group DRE #01894353 | SAR | Continuing Life DRE #01701893 | SAR | Outstanding Life (916) 213-3013 916-479-1936 mandyshepard@sbcglobal.net bshepard2@sbcglobal.net www.theresidencere.com

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Chris Sheffer My Clients are saying: “We reached out to Chris 18 months before we decided to list our home. We met several times and took all her advice. By following her advice, we had seven offers in 5 days and closed under 30 days!!! Trust us, she is a MASTER at this.” —Mike Wells Sheffer Sells Real Estate PCAR (916) 300-5835 chris@sheffersells.com www.sheffersells.com

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Carmichael Neighborhood Expert

Britt Wiseman, REALTOR® One of Sacramento’s close-in suburbs, Carmichael, is where the city meets the country with an eclectic mix of riverfront homes perched atop the American River bluffs, horse properties, community gardens and suburban homes in family friendly neighborhoods. Simply put, there’s a little bit of something for everyone in Carmichael. It’s is home to Ancil Hoffman Park where ancient Oak trees dot over 380 acres of “shady-even-in-summer” lawns and a championship golf course, all bounded by the American River. Carmichael Park offers a year-round weekly Farmer’s Market, team sports, including tennis, even drop-in pickleball. Don’t forget the Carmichael 4th of July parade complete with appearances by Miss Carmichael! With all the variety comes your dream home at just the right price!

DRE # 01414550 | SAR (916) 420-0702 • Britt.Wiseman@cbnorcal.com 2277 Fair Oaks Blvd Ste 440, Sacramento, CA 95825 wisebritt.cbintouch.com

Nancy Arndorfer

Glenn Fong

Nancy has been a REALTOR® for over 40 years. As a native Californian and a Sacramento resident since 1964, Nancy served as President of the Sacramento Association of REALTORS® in 2004 and was SAR REALTOR® of the Year in 2002. She is a certified Military Specialist, a Delta Gamma Alumnae and a volunteer with The Assistance League. As a top producer for many years, both of her children followed in her footsteps and are agents today.

It is a privilege to serve fabulous clients from all over the world for 35 years! I enjoy working for wonderful families and individuals with their real estate needs and providing a positive experience and results. As a life long resident in the Greater Sacramento area, it would be an exciting opportunity to work for you! DRE# 00932673 Better Homes Realty CA Gold (916) 899-7373 gfong@bhrcaliforniagold.com

DRE #00443547 (916) 838-1763 NArndorfer@golyon.com

www.bhrgold.com

Jon Nastro Broker • 35 Years in the Local Market • CRS Certified Residential Specialist • e-PRO - Internet Certified • CDPE - Certified Distressed Property Expert • Masters Club Presidential Member (26 Years) • REO - Bank Owned Properties • Over 3,000 Homes SOLD!!! • Flexible Commission Program Instant CASH Offers • Contact Jon at 916-405-5757 www.NastroTeam.com or JonNastroSellsHomes.com Keller Williams Realty DRE# 00969663 | SAR (916) 205-SOLD Jon@NastroTeam.com www.JonNastroSellsHomes.com

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Andy Thielen DRE# 01227077 | SAR Lyon Real Estate (916) 230-3778 AThielen@GoLyon.com www.AThielen.GoLyon.com

Terrie Hunt

Broker/Owner River Ridge Realty DRE# 01213387 | SAR (916) 663-6300 TerrieHunt@RiverRidgeRealty.net www.RiverRidgeRealty.net

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OUTSTANDING LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Lynda Calvert

Tad Thompson Tad Thompson believes membership in the Masters Club is not so much a recognition as a responsibility. It means maintaining higher standards, offering superior service, and adhering to a strict code of professional behavior. Long after the transaction is over, the character of the REALTOR® endures.

I love people and my passion is to help others meet their goals. A career in Real Estate has provided 46+ years of serving our community and of building my business on referrals. I am a full-service Realtor with extensive experience with single family homes, new construction, land development and commercial real estate. I worked 12 years at the State of California in surplus property sales, land acquisition, and office leasing. For your best real estate experience call me!

DRE# 01034942 | PCAR Windermere Granite Bay REALTORS® (916) 765-2200 TadT@Windermere.com

LTC Corporation- Real Estate Services REALTOR, Emeritus, Broker, CCIM DRE# 00571033 CELL (916)765-3292

www.tadthompson.com

LTCCorp@L-T-C.com

Steve & Sue Galster

Russ Teague Diez & Sigg Properties DRE# 01394997 | SAR (916) 206-9902 RussTeagueRealtor@gmail.com RussTeagueHomes.com

As owners of Galster Real Estate Group, Sacramento’s premier real estate company, Steve and Sue have built their sterling reputation on the personal bonds they make with their agents, office support staff, friends & neighbors. They offer unmatched personalized support. Steve’s enthusiastic style & business savvy combined with Sue’s caring follow-through & attention to detail, it’s easy to see how they’ve made such a lasting impact for clients in the market.

Jan Detrick DRE# 01208861 | SAR Outstanding Life Member Coldwell Banker Realty Certified Negotiation Expert (CNE) (916) 812-8180 | jdetrick@cbnorcal.com JanDetrickRealEstate.com

DRE #01325532 | SAR Galster Real Estate Group (916) 718-1471 Steve@GalsterGroup.com

“Although the world is full of suffering, it is also full of the overcoming of it.” — Helen Keller

www.GalsterGroup.com

Laura Miller

• 51 Year Native Sacramentan • Top 1% Single Producing Agent • 2018, 2019 & 2020 Keller Williams Top Producer Agent for Northern California and Hawaii • Top 1000 Real Estate Agents in the Country • 600 + Homes Sold I pride myself on being an expert problem solver, excellent communicator and polished professional. I strive for the highest quality staging and photography at no cost to the client, as well as a robust marketing campaign including virtual/walking tours, social media, and print materials, while offering continual communication throughout the entire process. Your goals are my goals, plain and simple. Keller Williams Realty Capital Valley DRE# 01504107 | SAR | (916) 718-5166 lauramiller@kw.com www.lauramillerrealtor.com

Diane Pennisi

Kelly Pleasant

DRE# 01179964 | SAR OutstandingLife Member Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage (916) 296-6166 dpennisi@cbnorcal.com pennisi.com

Pleasant Real Estate Group|Guide Real Estate DRE # 01906675 | SAR (916) 743-0844 kelly@pleasantrealestategroup.com pleasantrealestategroup.com

2021

MASTERS CLUB Gail Hargis

Caroline Cruz

DRE# 01140834, # 01430787 | SAR Burke Realty Group (916) 801-1562 | (916) 812-7522 steve@burkerealtygroup.com

Windermere Granite Bay DRE #01211488 | PCAR (916) 532-6101 hargisteam@gmail.com

3T Homes DRE# 01357222 (916) 825-5481 caroline3Thomesrealtor@gmail.com

www.burkerealtygroup.com

www.GraniteBayHomes.com

www.3Thomes.com

Jennifer & Steve Burke

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OUTSTANDING LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by El Dorado County Neighborhood Expert

Tiffany Tate REALTOR® Looking for your dreamhouse tucked away in a hidden pocket but just a few minutes from town? Sweeping upward and to the east of the Sacramento Valley is El Dorado County with rolling hills, Sierra Nevada mountainous terrain, and 78 square miles of lakes, rivers and streams. It’s home to the most valued wilderness areas in the U.S., the Desolation Wilderness, parts of Folsom Lake, South Lake Tahoe and the American River where hikers, skiers, backpackers, kayakers and fishermen enjoy the outdoors. Parts of the Pacific Crest Trail run through this county. Yet so close to this peace-and-quiet paradise is the county seat, Placerville, the Town Center at El Dorado Hills Boulevard and historic towns like Pollock Pines and Shingle Springs. Here you’ll find gorgeous country estates that get bigger as you go up the hill. Horse country, ranches and hidden gems are tucked away but close to towns. Pollock Pines feels like Tahoe, but it’s affordable. Panoramic vistas, riverfront enclaves, what’s not to love?

DRE# 02009988 | PCAR, SAR (916) 541-8813 | ttate@newpoint.us 616 Natoma St, Folsom, CA 95630 www.newpoint.me

Christina Ellermeyer

Maggie Frisch

Coldwell Banker Realty DRE# 01714452 | SAR (916) 548-2053 christina@ellermeyergroup.com www.EllermeyerGroup.com

Broker Associate DRE# 01000718 | SAR Lyon Real Estate (916) 996-8050 mfrisch@golyon.com www.maggiefrisch.com

Franco Garcia

Susan Harrold

Kandace Mulvaney

Broker Associate, MS, GRI, SRES Knowledge is power! In today’s challenging real estate market, knowledge and experience are more critical than ever. So is getting the job done with energy, enthusiasm, and attention to detail. At every critical turn in your real estate journey I am there to explain your options and answer your questions. Take the first step by calling me today! Miller Real Estate DRE# 01401950 | SAR (916) 717-4828 kandace@kandacemulvaney.com www.mulvaneydube.com

DRE# 00925201 | SAR | Past President Garcia Realty (916) 206-3802 Franco@GarciaRealEstate.com www.GarciaRealEstate.com

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DRE# 5500973 | SAR Lyon Real Estate Senior Executive Associate (916) 802-1489 SHarrold@GoLyon.com SusanHarroldhomes.com

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OUTSTANDING LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Erin Stumpf Britt Wiseman

Erin loves working with her fellow SF Giants fans, and the occasional humble LA Dodgers fan. She is currently the President of the Sacramento Association of REALTORS for 2022, and is a Past President of the SAR Masters Club from 2012.

Denise Calkin

Britt.Wiseman@cbnorcal.com

Top 1% Producer Coldwell Banker Sierra Oaks Thank you to all my Amazing Clients! DRE #01472607 | SAR (916) 803-3363 www.calkinrealestate.com

Julie Burks

Carla Layton

Traci Petersen

Lisa Rothfels

DRE# 01019816 | SAR Riverpoint Realty (916) 225-0707 julie@julieburks.com

DRE# 01395619 | PCAR Coldwell Banker Realty (916) 580-8018 Carla.Layton@cbnorcal.com

Coldwell Banker Realty DRE# 01267649 | SAR (916) 224 -1515 traci.petersen@cbnorcal.com

Lyon Real Estate DRE# 01726096 | SAR (916) 996-8877 LRothfels@GoLyon.com

www.julieburks.com

www.HomeGirlPlacerCounty.com

Making you feel like you’re her only client!

LRothfels.GoLyon.com

DRE # 01414550 SAR Outstanding Life (916) 420-0702

DRE# 01706589 | SAR Coldwell Banker (916) 342-1372 erin@erinstumpf.com 916sell.com

Kathy Papola Network Real Estate DRE# 00498457 | PCAR (530) 271-3815 | (530) 913-9879 Cell kathypapola@gmail.com www.papola.com

Paloma Begin Paloma Begin has been representing Sellers & Buyers of interesting properties in Sacramento’s fine old neighborhoods since 1999. Luxury specialist, top Sacramento agent, lover of plants, dirt, art, water, houses, & four-legged creatures. DRE# 01254423 (916) 628-8561 Palomabegin@gmail.com PalomaBegin.com

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Land Park Neighborhood Expert

Jim Anderson, Senior Executive REALTOR® Just south of downtown Sacramento is the lovely neighborhood of Land Park named after it’s centerpiece William Land Park which is a hub for families far and wide. With it’s own golf course, a giant pond complete with fishing, the Sacramento Zoo, and the amusement parks of Fairytale Town and Funderland, there’s plenty to do. From jogging the shade-lined park, fishing in the giant pond, picking up a game of baseball, volleyball, or croquet, there’s a place for you? Or just grill and chill in the well-maintained spacious park. Radiating from the central hub are canopied streets of old-world homes as charming as they are beautiful. Great schools, Sacramento City College, Taylor’s Market, the homemade ice cream parlors of Vic’s and Gunther’s and Broadway’s abundance of fine restaurants make Land Park and it’s offshoots of South Land Park and Curtis Park among Sacramento’s finest neighborhoods to call home.

DRE# 01268030 (916) 806-4061 • JAnderson@golyon.com 2620 21st St., Suite A, Sacramento CA 95818 www.JimAndersonsellshomes.com

ACCREDITED BUYER’S REPRESENTATIVE (ABR) SENIOR REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST (SRES) | MASTERS CLUB PROBATE AND RELOCATION SPECIALIST

Tanya is a top producing REALTOR® of 15 years with Lyon Real Estate. She has a positive mindset and is committed to providing high-touch, superior service. Tanya has represented hundreds of buyers and sellers and has a passion for helping others that sets her apart. She is active in multiple local charities. Learn how Tanya can help you realize your real estate dreams at TCurry@GoLyon.com

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Claudia Vyhmeister I give my 110% because I know my clients success is ultimately my success. To all my clients, my family, and my team of professionals,” Thank You”. This wouldn’t have been possible without YOU! Here’s to another Successful year! Serving Home Buyers, Home Sellers, Investors, Relocation, and Proudly assisting Military families in their transition, in-home or outside the Country. Como siempre nuestro servicio tambien es en Español asistiendo a nuestra comunidad con servicio de primera calidad. Lyon Real Estate Hablo Español DRE #01393964 | PCAR (916) 765-9730 seeclaudia4homes.com

Tim Comstock Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage DRE# 01879462 | SAR (916) 548-7102 Tcomstock44@gmail.com

Jane Gray DRE# 01973665 | PCAR (916) 293-1734 Jane@JaneGrayRealEstate.com www.JaneGrayRealEstate.com

I’ve had the pleasure of serving wonderful clients throughout California in my real estate career. Every client is important to me, and I strive to provide excellent service and attention to every client. During a lifechanging transaction, the little details matter the most. I aim to be the source of information and professional advice for customers unsure of what steps are necessary. Let me help you achieve your goals. I am fluent in French and Portuguese.

My sincere thank you to all of my clients and friends for your continued support and business. I appreciate all of you! Celebrating 7 years in Masters Club. Coldwell Banker Sun Ridge Real Estate DRE# 01938527 | PCAR | CNE,SRES (916) 521-6516 youragentpearson@gmail.com www.wesellsuncity.com

Kelly Upchurch Broker, SRES, REALTOR®, StoneBrook Realty Group DRE# 01040512 | SAR (916) 601-4225 kelly@stonebrookrealtygroup.com StoneBrookRealtyGroup.com

Nelson Lund DRE#02013954 | SAR (916) 704-5101 Nelson@TeamLund.com www.TeamLund.com

Kim Knotts

Nancy Teixeira-Jenson

Kim Knotts, MBA, lives inspired by people, real estate, and dedication. She believes buying a home should reflect who you are, who you want to be, and inspire you to live the luxury lifestyle you deserve. A California native with 45 years in the Sierra Foothills have made Kim an expert of the Greater Sacramento Region. From the Sierra Foothills to Lake Tahoe are where Kim works, lives and plays. With deep market insight, industry connection, authentic client partnerships, and expertise in all things finance, Kim Knotts provides high-touch and high-quality real estate services for home buyers and sellers.

REALTOR® | DRE #02009731 | SAR Coldwell Banker Realty (916) 350-0602

ENGLE &VOLKERS KIM.KNOTTS@EVREALESTATE.COM (916) 719-3235 DRE# 01702783 | PCAR

nancy.jenson@cbnorcal. com

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Larry Pearson

kimknotts.evrealestate.com

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Truckee/North Tahoe Neighborhood Expert

Christy Morrison Morrison Group, Tahoe

Christy Morrison, a Truckee/North Tahoe resident since 1988, stands out as a leader in the Tahoe Area Real Estate market. Her pro-active business approach keeps her consistently ranked in the top 1% of local agents. With nearly $700 million in sales over the last 18 years, Christy knows exactly how to get the job done. Christy’s ultimate mission is to bring buyers and sellers together in order for them to reach their investment, financial and personal goals. By working closely with qualified buyers and other top producing Real Estate agents in the area, Christy is able to give your property the maximum amount of exposure. Christy. She looks forward to providing you with an exceptional real estate experience.

12047 Donner Pass Rd., Ste. A2, Truckee, CA 96161 (530) 451-0382 www.exploretahoehomes.com MASTERS CLUB 2021

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MASTERS CLUB LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by

NICK SADEK SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY There’s luxury, and then there’s Nick Sadek Sotheby’s International Realty. The boutique firm, owned and operated by Nick Sadek, serves the luxury residential real estate markets in Placer, Sacramento and El Dorado counties. Committed the to communities near home, Nick Sadek largely serves Loomis as it offers posh country living all while being minutes from Roseville, Auburn, Granite Bay and Roseville. Some of the most coveted neighborhoods include Rutherford Canyon, Clos Du Lac, Loomis Hills Cambridge Estates, Saint Franicis Woods, Kingmont, Placer Canyon, Sterling Point, and Monte Sereno. One of his largest properties currently listed in Loomis is the 2000 Creekside Lane, featured in the photo below. Highlighting 10,132+/- Sq. Ft., 21+/- Acres, 8 ensuites and a modern Mediterannean design, this home redefines luxury and what Loomis has to offer. Historic Downtown Loomis also afocal point of the city with High Hand Nursery and Cafe, LBB Gastropub, La Fornaretta, holiday parades, markets, and many family-owned and operated businesses.

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MASTERS CLUB LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Patti J Delgado

Tom Harvey

I just want to take a moment to thank all my clients and let them know how much I appreciate them trusting me with their real estate needs. It’s truly been a pleasure working with you. I look forward to working with you again in the future. My goal is always to create a stress-free experience by providing excellent service.

With extensive knowledge of the Greater Sacramento Area real estate market and deep roots in the community, I have a solid reputation for representing Buyers, Sellers, and Seniors with a simple goal in mind—create a client relationship and successful transaction based on skill, results, integrity and trust. Coldwell Banker Realty DRE #01864883 (916) 599-3018

CalBRE #01098280 916.505.1012 | 415.246.3858 Patti.Delgado@cbnorcal.com

www.tomandnancyharvey.com

www.PattiDelgadoRealEstate.com

S w S R s in b k B S g o a

Craig Buntin Craig is extremely knowledgeable in negotiating tactics, market pricing strategies and working with NDAs. His areas of specialty are Sacramento, El Dorado and San Joaquin Counties. He has been a multiple award-winning agent every year since he started in real estate over 18 years ago. He has been involved in many youth and local organizations, including Little League, the Boys and Girls club, Travel Baseball & Elk Grove Soccer. In his spare time, Craig enjoys golfing, fly fishing, real estate investing and is an avid American whiskey collector.

Cynthia Woods

LIFE DRE# 01494440 cbuntin1@gmail.com

Broker DRE# 01749720 | SAR Galster Real Estate Group (916) 743-6611 cynthia@realestatesinger.com

TeamBuntin.com

www.realestatesinger.com

Bryan T. Finkel DRE #01895228 | SAR (530) 318-2361 bfinkelre@gmail.com BryanTFinkel.com

Brandon E. Lower Brandon has been involved in various facets of real estate for over 20 years, including property management and home mortgage loans. As a member of the Sacramento Association of REALTORS® Masters Club, Brandon has sold homes in Sacramento, Colusa, El Dorado, Placer, Sutter and Yolo counties. Born and raised in Sacramento, he has a lifetime of knowledge about the area and vows to work day or night to get you the best deal. Whether you’re looking for your first home or are experienced in buying real estate, his passion for real estate and helping his clients makes him a great candidate to get you the house you’re looking for. LIFE REALTOR® BRE #02033008 (916) 812-0209 lower.brandon@gmail.com

Representing buyers and sellers throughout the Sacramento region and Northern California

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MERCEDEH MERCEDEH MERCEDEHSHEIK SHEIK SHEIK

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MASTERS CLUB LIFE MEMBERS 2021 presented by

Tecca Wysk

Brian Zufelt

Coldwell Banker Realty SAR | ABR, CRS, GRI DRE #01308218 | (916) 205-8973 tecca.wysk@CAmoves.com

Realty One Group Complete DRE #01952390 | LIFE | PCAR 916-879-2662 placerhomehandler@gmail.com

teccasellssacramento.com

Melissa Marie Allman Mega real estate service with a Blissful experience, is our company mantra. MegaBliss Real Estate is about connection, we are a guide for our clients and a resource. Buying and selling real estate is a big commitment, working with a team that you vibe with, who communicates, keeps it transparent and positive, and has your back is key to a MegaBlissful experience. Thank you for trusting our team to be your guide through your next chapter.

Senior Executive Associate Lyon Real Estate DRE# 01369531 | SAR (916) 719-6381 LAUBLE@golyon.com www.LisaAuble.com

Bob Trythall Thank you to all my clients for another successful year in real estate! For over twenty years, I have had the pleasure of working with wonderful people, helping families with one of the biggest decisions they will ever make—to buy or sell a home. I love my job and cherish my association with my clients. If you are looking to move in, move out or move up, I invite you to contact me today. I welcome the opportunity to be of service to you.

MegaBliss Real Estate DRE #01397300 | (916) 949-6929 melissa@megablissre.com

Excel Realty DRE # 01314822 | PCAR (916) 257-2307 bob@bobtrythall.com

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excelrealtyandmortgage.com

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Danny Rayos Hi, thank you for taking the time to read about me. I typically don’t advertise my sales or business. My priority is to focus on my client’s needs before advertising. If you’d like, you can talk with some of my past clients; their advertisements about me have helped me become a Masters Club recipient. Please reach out to me if you’d like to know more about my business. Thanks to them, and thank you too for your time. Realty ONE Group Cal DRE #02048199 (916) 800-0078 | Hello@FeaturedRE.info 2277 Fair Oaks Boulevard #195 Sacramento, CA www.rogcomplete.com/agents/ danny-rayos

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Joel Perez RE/MAX Gold DRE# 01467711 | PCAR, SAR Top Achiever for EDCAR Cell: (916) 997-7393 | Office: (916) 537-2400 joel.perez@norcalgold.com

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EL DORADO HILLS | $2,799,000 Fabulous lake views are the backdrop of this 6,004 SF custom home on 1.3 acres. Gorgeous chef’s kitchen, elevator, primary suite w/balcony to enjoy views. Loggia, pool, spa, waterfall and fire pit. 4 car garage.

SACRAMENTO | $1,880,000 Approx. 2.55-acre lot zoned for commercial & residential use with preliminary plans. Utilities to property; curbs, sidewalks & gutters are installed.

Debi Ambroff 916.425.9930 debi.ambroff@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01017131

Donna Ables 916.320.0365 donna.ables@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01887830

SACRAMENTO | $1,875,000 5br/4ba stunning Sierra Oaks oasis on nearly half-acre lot features chef’s kitchen w/island, 2 sinks, 6 burner + griddle stove, counter depth fridge, remote patio & pantry closet. Enjoy the backyard paradise w/pool deck.

EL DORADO HILLS | $1,775,000 Beautiful 4br/3ba home on over 9 acres features a bonus room, gourmet kitchen with granite counters, stainless appliances & custom cabinetry & a primary suite with spacious bath. Enjoy gorgeous views & a huge rear yard.

Doug Reynolds 916.494.8441 DougReynoldsRealEstate@gmail.com | CalRE #01734464

Mina Ravanipour 916.204.3267 mina.ravanipour@cbrealty.com | CalRE #02146200

SACRAMENTO | $1,649,999 Silver Springs Ranch home. This 5 bedroom, 3 full bath, 3,622 square foot home on .76 of an acre also has a 768 square foot Casita. Tons of upgrades, Huge pool, Covered Patio's, Garden, RV access and 4 car garage.

EL DORADO HILLS | $1,400,000 This stunning 5br/3ba Marina Woods home in a cul-de-sac location, on an approximately .50-acre lot lives like a single story! Enjoy a park-like private backyard offering a large upstairs deck overlooking a pool.

Grady McFaddin 916.715.5509 grady.mcfaddin@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01206305

Michelle Thompson 916.804.2981 michelle@askformichelle.com | CalRE #01850154

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EL DORADO HILLS | $1,395,000 Welcome to this stunning gated Serrano home! There are four bedrooms, three baths, two fireplaces and a luxurious kitchen. Outside, the private backyard offers a sparkling pool, a pergola and a spacious three-car garage.

SACRAMENTO | $1,395,000 Lovely 5BR/3.5BA move-in ready home! It features a flowing floor plan w/views of the lush & mature backyard & pool. Additional features include a light & bright kitchen, formal dining room & spacious owner’s suite.

Patricia Seide 916.712.1617 patricia.seide@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00892540

Angela Heinzer 916.212.1881 angela.heinzer@yahoo.com | CalRE #01004189

ORANGEVALE | $1,375,000 Beautiful 5br/3ba home offers a kitchen with granite counters, gas range, 2 refrigerators, double ovens & breakfast bar and separate guest house. The multi-tiered backyard offers built-in pool & covered outdoor kitchen.

SACRAMENTO | $1,350,000 Beautiful 2 or 3BR/2.5BA luxurious home w/Schluter heated floors, Whirlpool tub in the primary en-suite, custom Feist cabinetry, Sonos system and speakers, amazing decks on all 3 floors, outdoor shower & more.

Tim Pantle 916.834.6376 Tim@TimPantle.com | CalRE #01377493

Jackie Merchant 916.205.8921 jackie@jackiemerchant.com | CalRE #01322198

SACRAMENTO | $1,349,990 3br/2.5ba beautiful Tudor nestled on a landscaped corner lot offers a generous living room w/fireplace, stunning kitchen, formal dining & breakfast nook, luxurious primary bedroom & bathroom suite & lovely backyard.

ROCKLIN | $1,270,050 Gorgeous single story home on a corner lot sitting at over 13,000 square feet featuring a fireplace, high ceilings, upgraded backsplash in the bathrooms, a true California Room, pool and spa, outdoor BBQ island and turf.

Steffan Brown 916.717.7217 steffan@steffanbrown.com | CalRE #01882787

Jacqueline Nance 916.300.6510 homes@sellingwhitneyranch.com | CalRE #02027555

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SACRAMENTO | $1,199,000 Turnkey in Arden Park features a kitchen w/SS appliances, granite counters & island. The primary bedroom offers bkyd access, walk-in closet & en-suite bathroom. Spectacular backyard offers a pool, 4 seating areas & ADU.

SACRAMENTO | $1,150,000 Lovely 4br/3ba home features a large living room w/cathedral ceilings & French doors, a dining room, a renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances & a spectacular primary bedroom suit overlooking the pool & garden.

Tim Comstock 916.548.7102 tim.comstock@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01879462

Steffan Brown 916.717.7217 steffan@steffanbrown.com | CalRE #01882787

WILTON | $1,100,000 3br/2ba single-story home on over 24 gorgeous acres in rural Wilton. It offers a graceful Great Room, elegant dining room and gourmet kitchen. The expansive primary suite features multiple closets and a private bath.

EL DORADO HILLS | $1,075,000 Pride of ownership shows in this 5br/3ba cul-de-sac home in the Green Valley Hills. Enjoy the backyard with graceful redwood trees contrasting the pebble-tec pool, a patio cover, sitting areas, a built-in BBQ and views.

Rick Keltner 916.686.6747 rkeltner@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00847569

Pat Quan 916.812.4341 pquan@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01918240 COVER PROPERTY

SACRAMENTO | $1,000,000 4BR/3BA home in Sierra Oaks w/open floor plan centered around curved brick fireplace & kitchen overlooking a garden & fenced pool. Attached guest unit w/separate entrance, kitchen, family room, bedroom & full bath!

ELK GROVE | $999,999 Stunning retreat-style oasis features a custom designed kitchen, loft & a backyard with pool & spa with cabana, a courtyard, full basketball court, inground trampoline, boardwalk path, multiple stages & play structures.

Carlos Kozlowski 916.601.5478 carlos.kozlowski@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00878571

Tiffany Donohue 916.895.9344 tiffany.donohue@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01927470

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HERALD | $999,000 Remodeled red cedar 3br/2ba w/gourmet kitchen, spacious bedrooms, stone fireplace & primary suite. Yard w/outbuilding, dog kennels & chicken hutch.

EL DORADO HILLS | $999,000 Remodeled modern home offers an open floor plan, quartz counters & island, farm sink, stainless steel appliances & primary suite with backyard access.

Tori Leicht 916.261.8546 | CalRE #01212789 Toni List 916.955.0169 | CalRE #01307279

EL DORADO HILLS | Price Upon Request This one-of-a-kind gated farmhouse sits on approximately 2.4 acres. An entertainer's dream, this home's interior has been extensively remodeled. A three-stall barn with a tack room and horse arena complete the dream!

CARMICHAEL | $995,000 This spacious 4br/2.5ba has a custom designed kitchen with an abundance of cabinets and counter space with views of the sparkling pool and mature landscape.

Patricia Seide 916.712.1617 patricia.seide@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00892540

Angela Heinzer 916.212.1881 angela.heinzer@yahoo.com | CalRE #01004189

GRANITE BAY | $995,000 4br/3ba in the Lakeland community. Features newly installed deck covered by sail cloths, fireplace, wood stove, built-in pool, additional space over the garage, clawfoot tub in main bedroom & more.

SACRAMENTO | $935,000 This prestigious Sierra Oaks mid-century modern home is ideal for indoor-outdoor entertaining. Wonder outside from the living and family room to the exquisite backyard compete with a covered patio, a pool spa & BBQ bar.

Deanna Cotter 916.712.6295 deanna.cotter@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01971805

Dale Apodaca 916.308.6161 Dale@HomesAtSac.com | CalRE #01233424

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GALT | $925,000 Gorgeous single story residence on over 2 acres offers so much. Formal dining room, updated kitchen w/granite counters & primary suite. Enjoy the landscaped backyard w/covered patio, custom seating area & extended patio.

SACRAMENTO | $899,000 Charming 3br/2ba bath Tudor features an inviting living room with a fireplace, dining room, well-designed kitchen with island & upstairs primary suite with balcony. Enjoy the BBQ station & covered patio area.

Teresa Laine 916.628.1759 teresa.laine@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01758097

Elise Brown 916.715.0213 eliseivesbrown@gmail.com | CalRE #01781942

AUBURN | $895,000 Located in a fantastic location boasting, 3 separate living rooms, 2 dining areas, 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, roomy kitchen, breakfast nook, a family room overlooking the lush backyard & spectacular wooded views.

SACRAMENTO | $895,000 Spacious 2br/2ba Tudor in Curtis Park features a gourmet kitchen with Quartzite countertops, 6 burner stove, stainless steel farm sink & prep sink and wine refrigerator. Enjoy the pool with waterfall, pergola & hot tub.

Christina Hinds 916.341.7806 christina.hinds@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01902832

Steffan Brown 916.717.7217 steffan@steffanbrown.com | CalRE #01882787

ROSEVILLE | $889,000 No expense was spared in this modern 4br/3ba farmhouse renovation offering a pool and spa with solar heating, an outdoor shower and patio!

EL DORADO HILLS | $879,000 Beautiful 1-story home in Marina Woods features an ideal layout with 3 bedrooms & 3 baths. It offers a spacious living room, family room, open kitchen with island, nook, roomy primary suite & private backyard with deck.

Jacqueline Nance 916.300.6510 homes@sellingwhitneyranch.com | CalRE #02027555

Pat Quan 916.812.4341 pquan@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01918240

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SACRAMENTO | $860,000 Beautifully updated Brownstone home offers an inviting living room, dining room, family room, state of the art kitchen & primary suite w/walk-in closet, sitting area & large bathroom. Enjoy the fully equipped back patio.

SACRAMENTO | $849,000 4br/3ba in The Grounds subdivision w/backyard hot tub. Primary bedroom w/double sinks & walk-in closet. Modern kitchen w/upgraded quartz countertops & stainless steel appliances. Large great room & upstairs loft.

Veronica Hunter 916.398.0128 soldbyv@gmail.com | CalRE #01905685

Mike O'Connor 916.801.8182 mike.oconnor@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01972804

EL DORADO HILLS | $829,000 Welcome to this beautiful 4br/2.5ba home in the desirable Winterhaven! Enjoy a family room fireplace, an updated kitchen and delightful backyard views. Year-round living is enhanced by the rejuvenating spa and firepit.

SACRAMENTO | $785,000 Extra-large 2br/1ba East Sac home features an updated kitchen with island, stainless steel appliances & quartz counters, a remolded bathroom and a gorgeous backyard with a stunning built-in pool and shaded patio.

Pat Quan 916.812.4341 pquan@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01918240

Elise Brown 916.715.0213 eliseivesbrown@gmail.com | CalRE #01781942

ROCKLIN | $769,000 3 year old Whitney Ranch 4 bedroom, 3 bath solar-owed home features a Great Room, Master Suite and En suite. Enjoy the fabulous backyard with no rear neighbors. Schools, parks, Clubhouse with pool & gym are all nearby.

ROSEVILLE | $749,000 4br/2.5ba Westpark Home offers a Great Room concept, gourmet kitchen with granite countertops, grand island, upgraded wrought iron banisters, office, flex space, multiple walk-in closets & backyard w/additional patio.

Sheila Patrick 916.300.8704 spatrick@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01202589

Kimberly A. Williams 949.682.6953 kimberly.williams@cbrealty.com | CalRE #02092973

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LINCOLN | $742,000 5BR/3BA spacious home with charming chef's kitchen, lots of prep areas, and Butler's Pantry. Family room is bright & cozy with gas log fireplace. The 3-car tandem garage offers plenty of storage space. Great backyard!

FOLSOM | $725,000 Beautifully updated home boasts luxury Vinyl Planking, an open floor plan, separate living and family rooms, a formal dining space & room in the kitchen/living room combo. Enjoy the ideal yard with a large patio area.

Elaine Durazo 530.386.0635 Elaine@elainedurazo.com | CalRE #01339353

Abby Shephard 916.844.9500 Abby@AbbySellsCA.com | CalRE #01491508

FOLSOM | $715,000 Immaculate 3br/2.5ba home features a beautiful open floor plan, foyer, kitchen w/granite counters & island, family room, dining room, office space & primary bedroom w/spa-like bath. Enjoy the private yard.

CITRUS HEIGHTS | $699,900 Single-story home almost completely rebuilt! 4 bedrooms + bonus room & 2.5 baths. Updated kitchen, baths, floors, paint, dual pane windows/slider doors & more! Extensive landscaping includes huge covered patio.

Sree Raavi 916.502.9322 sree.raavi@cbrealty.com | CalRE #02036153

Carla Layton 916.580.8018 carla.layton@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01395619

ROSEVILLE | $699,900 Immaculate 4br/2ba single-story home on corner lot features open floorplan, remodeled kitchen & baths, laminate & tile floors. The backyard offers a covered patio, water fountain, shed, veggie garden beds & citrus trees.

SOMERSET | $699,900 Private setting of approx. 4.85 usable acres in the middle of Fair Play Wine Country in Somerset. It features an open floor plan, lower level w/2nd living room & kitchen, deck w/views, a pool, outdoor kitchen and more.

Carla Layton 916.580.8018 carla.layton@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01395619

Marc Traverse 916.802.4141 marc.traverse@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00876065

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ROCKLIN | $685,000 Open concept single story in the highly sought-after neighborhood of Whitney Ranch offers an expanded great room w/added bench seat in kitchen, custom counters, upgraded flooring, pendant lights & laundry room storage.

SACRAMENTO | $675,000 Ultimate lifestyle living can be found in this sensational home at Four Seasons. This floorplan offers separate bedroom wings, office, incredible great room, vast kitchen, primary suite w/deluxe bath & backyard paradise.

Jacqueline Nance 916.300.6510 homes@sellingwhitneyranch.com | CalRE #02027555

Ed Corominas 916.599.9389 Ed@EdCorominas.com | CalRE #01095218

SACRAMENTO | $675,000 ARDEN PARK STUNNER! Light-filled home features 3 oversized bedrooms, 2 full baths & a 2-car attached garage. It offers a beautiful foyer with pristine hardwood floors, an updated kitchen and private park-like backyard.

ELK GROVE | $659,900 5BR/3BA w/spacious yard. Kitchen w/Corian countertops, stainless-steel appliances & maple cabinets. Living room w/vaulted ceilings & family room w/fireplace. Backyard w/patio, pergola, swim spa, RV parking & shed.

Sharon D'Arelli 916.716.1246 sharondarelli@gmail.com | CalRE #01516830

Nicole Clinger 916.764.6267 nicole.clinger@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01425971

SACRAMENTO | $650,000 Resort-style home in the active adult community of Four Seasons at Westshore provides great room, chef's kitchen w/stainless appliances, primary suite with spa-like bath & covered patio with sun screen & salt water spa.

LINCOLN | $650,000 This well-maintained 4 bedroom, 3 bath home has a downstairs bonus room/den and a nicely sized backyard. The open floorplan design offers a family room, chef's kitchen, a formal living room and an upstairs owner’s suite.

Antonio Cardenas III 916.541.4051 sacramento.realtor916@gmail.com | CalRE #02017793

Melinda Shrader 916.747.7535 melinda.shrader@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00994757

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ROSEVILLE | $640,000 Welcome to this four bedroom, three bath home on a corner lot. You will love the spacious living room with a fireplace, remodeled kitchen, downstairs bedroom/bath, an additional bonus area and possible RV storage.

SACRAMENTO | $625,000 Adorable 3br/3ba home near Garden Highway ready to be yours! Features include an attractive layout, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, spacious loft, fireplace, owned solar panel, 2-car garage & backyard.

Melinda Shrader 916.747.7535 melinda.shrader@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00994757

Debra Evans 916.320.8919 debra.evans@cbrealty.com | CalRE #02145348

ELK GROVE | $615,000 Welcome to one of the most coveted neighborhoods in Elk Grove! Ideal for backyard BBQs or game nights, this beautifully located 4br/2.5ba home offers a gazebo equipped with a heat lamp. You don't want to miss this one!

GALT | $599,000 Welcome to this lovely 3br/2ba updated home with hardwood floors in a prime location. The home has a beautifully updated kitchen and a living room with a beautiful picture window, providing a great view of the backyard.

LaToya Walton 916.738.9828 latoya.walton@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01972160

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

SACRAMENTO | $599,000 This classic 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch style features hardwood floors, updated kitchen vintage bathrooms, formal dining area & a brick fireplace in the living room. Enjoy the nicely landscaped & easily maintained backyard.

PINE GROVE | $599,000 4br/2ba lovely 2-story home w/custom cabinets, and office on the 1st level to give that work from home privacy, 4 great size bedrooms & a newly built deck to enjoy the beautiful California weather & outdoor scenery.

Sidney Poritz 916.500.1522 sidney@poritzrealestate.com | CalRE #01848054

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

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PLACERVILLE | $585,000 3br/2.5ba home in Placerville offers a living room, kitchen with double ovens & gourmet cooktop, dining room, main bedroom w/en-suite & upstairs second living room. Enjoy spacious patios, decks, balconies & raised beds.

IONE | $569,950 A beautiful 3br/2ba open floor plan home located on golf course. Features include high ceilings, updated kitchen, luxurious primary suite & spacious yard.

Abby Shephard 916.844.9500 Abby@AbbySellsCA.com | CalRE #01491508

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

IONE | $559,000 3br/2ba w/views of the golf course, paid for solar, large windows that allow lots of natural lighting, ceiling fans, beautiful flooring, gas stovetop, laundry room next to a 3-car garage, pergola, shed & much more.

CITRUS HEIGHTS | $550,000 3br/2ba Home w/beautiful entry. Kitchen has large island w/sink, built-in microwave & dishwasher. Big primary en-suite has dual sinks & walk-in closet w/shelving. Backyard w/multiple entertaining zones.

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

Zachary Basler 415.299.7027 zachary.basler@cbrealty.com | CalRE #01886964

SACRAMENTO | $549,000 Welcome to North Natomas! 4BR/2.5BA home featuring an open concept floor plan, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sizable primary suite, spacious laundry room, two-car garage & low-maintenance backyard.

POLLOCK PINES | PRICE UPON REQUEST Updated Lincoln log cabin boasts a spacious primary loft, 2 additional bedrooms & 2 full baths. It features an open floor plan, stunning open beam & picturesque windows. This home sits on approx. 1 acre of secluded land.

Beverly Ybarra 408.461.0645 | CalRE #01704873 Kimberly A. Williams 949.682.6953 | CalRE #02092973

Brooke Bodtker 916.529.9778 brooke.bodtker@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #02033606

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ORANGEVALE | $539,000 Spacious 4 bedroom home offers newer laminate flooring, living room w/wood burning stove, kitchen w/newer appliances & updated bathrooms. Enjoy the beautiful backyard with built-in pool, water feature & newer decking.

CITRUS HEIGHTS | $535,000 Beautiful citrus heights home offers 4br/2ba approx. 1,564 square feet and approx. .15 acres. It features a large open family room/kitchen combo, updated kitchen with granite counters and updated bathrooms.

Jaime Becker 916.715.7454 jaime@jaimesells.com | CalRE #01737783

Tim Pantle 916.834.6376 Tim@TimPantle.com | CalRE #01377493

ROSEVILLE | $525,000 This three bedroom, two bath home welcomes you with a front porch sitting area. Inside, enjoy separate living and family rooms, a rejuvenated kitchen and a large primary suite. The expansive backyard has covered patio.

VALLEY SPRINGS | $510,000 3br/3ba in the gated community of Gold Creek Estates. Enjoy the community pool, clubhouse with fitness/exercise room & more. The home features separate formal living/dining room areas & family room, kitchen combo.

Melinda Shrader 916.747.7535 melinda.shrader@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #00994757

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

SACRAMENTO | $500,000 Cute, remodeled and move-in ready home in South Natomas neighborhood. 4BR/2BA w/abundance of light & many updates. It offers a beautiful kitchen w/stone countertops & deep sink and bathroom renovations w/tiled shower.

IONE | $499,000 R-4 Zoning! This property sits on a large lot with room for more. This is a great opportunity to own an investment property. The duplex is two identical open floor plan units composed of three bedrooms and two baths each.

Antonio Cardenas III 916.541.4051 sacramento.realtor916@gmail.com | CalRE #02017793

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

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IONE | $498,000 Lovely 2BR/2BA in Castle Oaks Golf Course community w/office, great room, eat-in breakfast area, built-in fridge, formal foyer, bay window, ceiling fans, expansive covered patio, gardening beds and much more.

STOCKTON | $489,000 Welcome to this marvelous home located in a lovely gated community. The spacious and open four bedroom, two and one-half bathroom home features approximately 1,807 square feet of livable space and a two-car tandem garage.

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

Marco Moncada 707.720.7797 cahomes77@gmail.com | CalRE #01084698

IONE | $430,000 This cozy gem in the Castle Oaks Golf course community is in the heart of Ione. The adorable 3br/2ba well-cared for home has a two-car garage and a large private backyard. Enjoy a Kaiser approved zip code and no HOA fee!

SACRAMENTO | $315,000 Coveted 2br/1.5ba condo in the Woodside Sierra community! The open concept floor plan offers an adorable kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, beautiful gas fireplace, 2 patios and primary bedroom with closet space.

Tammy Goolsby 209.332.0250 tammy.goolsby@cbnorcal.com | CalRE #01987204

Elise Brown 916.715.0213 eliseivesbrown@gmail.com | CalRE #01781942

ROSEVILLE | $850,000

CARMICHAEL | $835,000

ELK GROVE | $635,000

Stunning 4BR/3BA home on a large lot in gated community. Features include an open kitchen, formal living/dining room & private backyard oasis w/pool.

3br/2ba well-built architecturally designed home has formal living room & dining area, kitchen w/huge bar & backyard w/pool & beautiful landscaping.

This absolutely stunning Del Dayo home features a formal living room and family room, four spacious bedrooms, two and a half baths & a sparkling pool.

Nice Laguna 3br/2ba home w/stucco and brick exterior. Spacious 2+ car garage w/cabinets, large exterior patio w/gazebo, pool & artificial turf.

Denise Calkin 916.803.3363 dcalkin@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01472607

Jackie Merchant 916.205.8921 jackie@jackiemerchant.com CalRE #01322198

Wendi Reinl 916.206.8709 Emily Welch 916.639.2686 CalRE #01314052 | CalRE #02145901

Tori Leicht 916.261.8546 Toni List 916.955.0169 CalRE #01212789 | CalRE #01307279

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ELK GROVE | $625,000

GALT | $599,900

SACRAMENTO | $599,000

FAIR OAKS | Price Upon Request

Beautiful 3br/2ba home features a main living area w/fireplace, kitchen w/Corian counters & island & fully landscaped yard w/pool & covered patio.

3br/2ba single story home plus family w/fireplace & a built-in entertainment center. Outside enjoy RV access and swim spa.

This duplex includes a 2br/1ba unit & a 1br/1ba unit. Both units offer large bedrooms, backyards, 1-car garages & a recently replaced roof.

This beautiful 4br/3ba Fair Oaks home sits on a little over a quarter acre and includes a pool.

Mark DeGennaro 916.849.4810 Mark@MarkDRealty.com CalRE #01394970

Alison Traverse Warren 916.690.6960 alison.warren@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01733854

Mike O'Connor 916.801.8182 mike.oconnor@cbnorcal.com CalRE #01972804

Nancy Jenson 916.350.0602 nancy.jenson@cbnorcal.com CalRE #02009731

SACRAMENTO | $564,000

GALT | $559,000

SACRAMENTO | $555,000

SACRAMENTO | $547,000

Updated 3br/2ba home offers granite kitchen counters, stainless steel appliances, separate living & family room & backyard deck w/spacious yard.

Guttridge built 3br/2ba residence w/hardwood floors, recessed lighting, updated kitchen & covered patio.

Lovely & comfortable 3br/2ba home features an open concept livable space, updated kitchen, main bedroom & backyard with garden beds & shed.

4br/3ba home on corner lot w/covered patio & inground pool. Open floor plan w/natural light, family room w/fireplace & massive primary suite.

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A Music Man Excitement lies ahead for Music Circus, according to Richard Lewis, president and CEO of Broadway Sacramento.

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BY CATHY CASSINOS-CARR

t was the worst of times and now it’s the best of times: Broadway at Music Circus is back. After nearly three years of COVID-enforced closure (the last show was “In the Heights” in August 2019), the beloved theater-in-the-round, a bona fide Sacramento institution, will bring back the razzle dazzle on June 14 with “Kinky Boots,” the first show of the 2022 season. The return of Music Circus is a victory not just for the Sacramento arts community and local theatergoers but for Broadway Sacramento’s neversay-die president and CEO, Richard Lewis. Lewis has been with Music Circus nearly since its inception—or, more to the point, his own inception. When he made his onstage debut in 1952 he was, in fact, a fetus: His mother, actress/singer Evelyn Bell, was pregnant with Lewis when performing that summer on the stage of the original tent. Richard’s father, Russell Lewis, had launched Music Circus the previous year with producing partner Howard Young. It was the first professional musical theater-in-the-round west of the Mississippi, and an overnight success. Much has happened in the 71 years since Music Circus opened. But it’s fair to say the last two years have been like no other—and no one has been in the middle of it quite like Lewis. In this recent interview conducted via Zoom, Lewis ponders the company’s past, present and future. First things first: Congratulations on keeping Broadway Sacramento alive, pandemic be damned. (Broadway Sacramento includes Music Circus and Broadway on Tour.) Was there ever a serious threat of permanent closure? It was very, very dicey. We got through “A Bronx Tale” in March 2020—that was a Broadway on Tour—and then everything shut down. They said it was only going to be for two weeks. Well, it didn’t quite work out that way, did it? So we started looking at what’s it going to take to survive? One of the first things that happened was that the audience was incredibly understanding. Music Circus for the summer of 2020 had already been on sale to subscribers, and most of them pretty much stuck with it. There were some requests for refunds, but basically, they stuck with it. And the donor base also stuck with us. They recognized us as an institution—something worth preserving here in Sacramento. And they did what

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they could to help. We do rely heavily on contributions. But much, much more heavily we rely on selling tickets. Well, we couldn’t sell tickets to anything. And when that kind of revenue stream dries up, good luck. So we did what we could do. There were pay cuts, there were layoffs, there were several furloughs, and we were hanging in. I tried the workfrom-home thing, but I’m too old. I do what I do. I get up in the morning, I get my act together, I go downtown and I go to the office. So I spent basically 18 months alone here at the office because I had to keep things moving forward. We had to prepare for the eventual reopening. But there was no money coming in. The first great piece of news was the CARES Act. And Mayor [Darrell] Steinberg, who is a hero to me to this day, dedicated a significant amount of money to help the creative community, and we received an appropriate portion of what he had to offer. That gave us a little bit of

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How is this possible? How the heck did we get breathing room. And then the federal government stepped up, and there was PPP1 and PPP2 [Payput down by a bug? But we held it together, worked check Protection Program] and a Shuttered Venue together. Problems came up, problems got solved. Operators Grant, which was an enormous blessMoney was a big one. Money got fixed. And here ing to this company. Between that and we go! Everybody’s very excited to get WE HAVE DISCOVERED staffers working at home, we were able back to the [UC Davis Health] PavilTIME AND TIME AGAIN to pivot and function as a company and ion, which has sat dark for two years. THAT WHEN YOU TAKE get ready to do what we ultimately did A WORK AND PUT IT Let’s talk about the shows on do, which was to return with “HamilINTO THE ROUND, THE tap for this summer. How does ton” last fall. At the same time, we had INTIMACY OF THE it feel to be back in the groove? to pay attention to the massive transVENUE REALLY LENDS Some of the shows are actually from formation of the Community Center ITSELF TO MAKE FOR 2020, and some titles since that time Theater. And, fortunately, at the end A BETTER WORK OF became unavailable to us. So we had of the day, what we’ve got over there at ART ON THE STAGE. to make a couple of changes, but it’s the SAFE Credit Union Performing still a terrific lineup. What’s also terrific is that Arts Center is just a gorgeous theater—exactly people are going back to work in our commuthe kind of asset the community needs to see. nity—this started with “Hamilton”—from stageThe story had a happy ending. But what hands to wardrobe. And now, local musicians. a nightmare. You want to talk about people excited to get back It was a stunning thing to have happen—a real to work and do what they do for a living? To acshocker. I’ve been here for decades, and it was: tually have a living restored to you? I’m looking SACMAG.COM June 2022

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forward to seeing them back in that [orchestra] pit. And it’s so great to walk up and down the hall and see people in the office and know we’ve managed to preserve their ability to pay their bills, feed their families and have a roof over their heads.

Can you give us a quick rundown of this season’s lineup? On June 14 we’ll open with “Kinky Boots.” It was several years ago on tour, and it was kind of a surprise hit. It’s a good show, but that doesn’t mean people will buy tickets to it. Well, they bought tickets. What’s always exciting is to see a show like “Kinky Boots” on Broadway, and then go into the Pavilion and see it in the round. It’s such a unique experience. What will end up happening is that it won’t be as much about production values or scenery; it becomes about the play itself. We have discovered time and time again that when you take a work and put it into the round, the intimacy of the venue really lends itself to make for a better work of art on the stage.

The rest of the lineup is a mix of older and newer shows— kind of a classic Music Circus formula.

Lewis as a young boy in 1952 “flying” with the harness used by the star of “Peter Pan”

Yes. “Carousel” I’ve certainly seen in the round before. It’s a beautiful show. I mean, it’s Rodgers & Hammerstein, it’s a gorgeous show, and it’s got something to say. Actually, all the shows have something to

say. “Kiss Me, Kate” we’re very excited about doing. Haven’t done that in a while. It’s Cole Porter, it’s an older show and still a good, solid piece of work. “Something Rotten!” is just hilarious. It’s great fun, and very original. I’m looking forward to that in particular. “The Secret Garden,” again, a beautiful show and terrific opportunities for a couple of young people, in particular. It’s something that’s kind of timely, all things considered. And then you get to the fi nal show of the season, “The Color Purple.” When I saw it on Broadway, it was gut wrenching. I was in tears by the intermission. But then you get to the end and it’s so affirming—such an uplifting, positive finish. So again, it’s a diverse season and it’s going to be a big one. It’s a lot of work. But it’s very fulfilling and great fun, especially when you’re doing it in the round and you can really see the audience reaction. And Sacramento audiences are so outstanding! When you do it right, they let you know. And we do it right. Scott Klier [producing artistic director and COO] sets a very, very high bar. And that means the production staff, the cast, musicians—everybody. We’ve got to step up, because this is where Broadway comes for the summer. Everybody’d better pick it up, ’cause here we go!

If I’ve done my math correctly, you’ll turn 70 later this year. Are you considering taking your last bow and retiring? This is a nonprofit, and part of my motivation to do this is that it really represents the legacy of my father. That’s a big motivator for me. It also means you need a clear path—you need leadership that will continue. So yes, I’ve done a succession plan. And yeah, I’ll be 70. But I’m not dead yet. For more information about Broadway at Music Circus, including updates on COVID -19 protocols, visit broadwaysacramento.com or call (916) 557-1999.

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Sewing the Music Circus tent, circa 1952

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“Kinky Boots” June 14–19

“Kiss Me, Kate” July 12–17

“The Secret Garden” Aug. 9–14

“Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Carousel” June 28–July 3

“Something Rotten!” July 26–31

“The Color Purple” Aug. 23–28

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Country music megastar Chris Stapleton is having a banner year, racking up six Country Music Association awards, winning (for the third time) Academy of Country Music’s 2022 Male Artist of the Year and pocketing three Grammys (for eight total) this spring. A Kentucky native with bluegrass roots and a soulful Southern-rock sound, Stapleton brings his All-American Road Show tour to Toyota Amphitheatre in Wheatland.

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Curtis Fest—Nothing

says summer like a festive community gathering in a big, shady park, and Curtis Park boasts one of the best. Enjoy the Curtis Fest Artisan Fair—booth after booth of handcrafted wares, plus food and entertainment—followed by the first of three Music in the Park summer concerts, with children’s entertainer Mr. Cooper and the band Unsupervised. sierra2.org

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Erin Alderson used different varieties of freshly milled flour from Capay Mills to make pancakes, pizza, tortellini, biscuits and gnocchi.

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ave you ever thought about what flour tastes like? Probably not. Most of us regard flour (if we regard it at all) as a bland delivery system for the flavorful things we really crave: butter, sugar, chocolate, cheese. That’s because the vast majority of baked goods are made with all-purpose flour, a highly refined, commoditized product that doesn’t taste like much of anything. But a guy named David Kaisel wants to change all that. Working out of a tiny storefront in the Capay Valley, he mills

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fresh flour from heritage grains, then sells it online and at farmers markets and a handful of retail stores. His customers past and present include the buzzy Faria bakery in Oak Park and Masullo pizzeria in Land Park as well as some of the Bay Area’s leading restaurants: Atelier, Lazy Bear, Delfina. A Bay Area native, Kaisel worked in product design and global development until a health issue a decade ago caused him to re-evaluate his life. Looking for a career that would challenge him and allow him to work outdoors, he enrolled in California Farm Academy, a Woodland-based training program for aspiring farmers. Unlike fellow trainees who wanted to grow tomatoes or strawberries, he was intrigued by grains. “It’s such a fundamental food, which fascinated me,” he explains. In 2015, Kaisel founded a micromill called Capay Mills, where he produces

small batches of fresh flour. He uses a traditional European stone mill to crush wheat between two stones, which keeps all parts of the grain—the germ, bran and endosperm—intact. Kaisel handles everything from growing the grain (or some of it, at least; he also sources from local farms) to milling, packaging, marketing and selling it. A voluble and enthusiastic advocate for heritage flours, Kaisel is, to put it plainly, a grain geek. He can talk forever about the benefits of heirloom flour: for the individual who consumes it, the baker who bakes with it, the farmer who grows it and the community that supports and is supported by it. For many consumers, it’s mostly about flavor and texture. “Historical and heirloom wheats have personality in the same way that a cabernet grape has, or a pinot noir,” he says. At the highly regarded East Sacra-

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mento restaurant Joon Market (unfortuabout gluten content and protein level, nately now closed), Seth Helmly made which differ from variety to variety. Her bread with Capay Mills’ heritage flours. favorite varieties have evocative names: “The aroma, the texture,” he recalls, Sonora White, a hard white whole-grain practically swooning at the memory. He flour that she uses for making pastries didn’t mind the challenges posed by the and tortillas; Chiddam Blanc de Mars, a French heirloom soft white wheat, for products’ inconsistent moisture levels. pizza dough; and Red Bug Bread made from heirloom “WHEN PEOPLE TASTE BREAD Nouveau, a blended rustic wheat, he says, is “a more MADE FROM FRESH, WHOLEinteresting product that whole grain f lour, for GRAIN FLOUR, THEY CAN’T has, for lack of a better breads. BELIEVE IT. WE’VE BECOME word, terroir.” For people obsessed with DIVORCED FROM WHAT THIS Erin Alderson is another pét-nat wines and artisanal STUFF IS SUPPOSED TO BE. fan of heirloom flours. A chocolate, heirloom flour WHO SAID WHEAT IS SUPPOSED former food blogger who is the new frontier in the TO TASTE LIKE NOTHING?” now publishes the quarfarm-to-fork experience. — DAVID K AISEL terly vegetarian food zine “It’s exciting to be a part of it,” says Kaisel, who is working to create Casual, Alderson would choose smallbatch flour over all-purpose any day of a regional grain economy. During the panthe week. “Bread from freshly milled demic, that got a boost when people stuck flour is completely different,” she notes. at home began baking bread. “Our sales For her, it’s less about taste and more in 2020 were phenomenal,” Kaisel says.

“We were milling nonstop to keep up.” Recently, Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op started selling bags of freshly milled flour from Capay Mills. The products are more nutritious than the allpurpose stuff you buy in the supermarket. They are also, says Kaisel, a vital part of a sustainable agriculture system and a vibrant local economy. That’s something our forebears instinctively knew, which is why every prosperous town in America once had a mill—about 22,000 of them in the mid-19th century. Now, flour production is concentrated among a small number of large producers. Taking on Big Flour is a tough task, but Kaisel is optimistic. “When I was a kid, wine was Gallo, coffee was Folgers and chocolate was Hershey’s. Those were the three brands,” he says. “Look at those sectors today. We’re in a similar moment with grains and flours.”

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Strong Start A local nonprofit is helping emerging entrepreneurs get a leg up in the food industry by connecting them to business training and support. Alchemist, a community development corporation focused on bringing economic opportunity to historically disenfranchised and underresourced populations, offers a microenterprise academy, business incubator program and commercial kitchen through its Alchemist Kitchen program. “Starting any business is incredibly difficult. Starting a food business is probably 10 times harder,” says program manager Jacob Sacks. “Our program puts entrepreneurs years ahead of where they would have been otherwise” by connecting them to the information, skills and resources necessary to run a successful business. Jasmine Bonilla, who graduated from the microenterprise academy and is now part of the incubator program, credits Alchemist Kitchen with the successful launch of her line of bottled sauces, Jazz’s Saucy Sauce, which is sold at farmers markets and select retailers. “The class helped me open my eyes to different ways of getting your business started,” explains Bonilla. “I never imagined I could have my product in stores, but with Alchemist holding my hand, it was all possible. My life has changed a whole lot. It has boosted my confidence. I’m part of the food industry now.” By helping food entrepreneurs get their footing, Alchemist is also contributing to greater variety and vibrancy across the local food landscape. Participants’ products include everything from pickled red onions to Jamaica tea to paella. “The world is a better place when it’s more diverse, especially when it comes to food,” says Sacks. “The food scene in Sacramento is already great, but to be able to bring a diverse array of foods into that scene and have them celebrated is a really beautiful thing.”—CATHERINE WARMERDAM

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A comic shop tucked into a modest suburban strip mall is perhaps the last place you’d expect to make a great gourmet find, yet that’s precisely where Sacramento’s hot sauce fanatics get their fix. Empire’s Comics Vault carries what many consider the city’s best selection of bottled sauces, attracting heat-seeking home cooks, professional chefs and hot sauce lovers from far and wide. Ben Schwartz, the owner of Empire’s, says he’s “always been a big hot sauce guy” but regretted having to travel to get the variety of brands he craved. About four years ago, he took matters into his own hands and dedicated a section of his shop to selling hot sauces from across the United States, including a handful from Sacramento. He often has 50 to 100 different sauces on hand in any given week. Schwartz is choosy about what hot sauces make the cut. Intense spiciness isn’t enough to win him over. “We don’t go just for the pure heat. Aside from playing pranks on your friends or adding a couple of drops to your chili, “EVERYTHING HERE, those aren’t really what we go for,” he WHETHER IT’S MADE WITH explains. “Everything here, whether it’s GHOST PEPPER, HABANERO, made with ghost pepper, habanero, jalapeño, you get the heat but you also get JALAPEÑO, YOU GET THE the flavor. That flavor is really important.” HEAT BUT YOU ALSO GET By developing relationships with THE FLAVOR.” manufacturers, Schwartz has been able to curate an eclectic collection. “The brands I carry are things I’ve tried and liked. I started with three of my favorite brands: Bravado, Lucky Dog and Humboldt. Then I branched out from there,” he says. Some of the standout labels on Empire’s shelves include Butterfly Bakery of Vermont, Colorado’s Seed Ranch Flavor Co. and Formosa Hot Sauce out of San Jose. In the tradition of Comic-Con, Empire’s hosts an annual Hot Sauce Con, bringing together vendors and their hot sauce fandom for tastings and camaraderie. “It’s a great time to grab a taco, try all kinds of sauces and hang out with the people who made them,” says Schwartz. 1120 Fulton Ave.; (916) 482-8779; empirescomics.com—CATHERINE WARMERDAM

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Dine As a reader service, Sacramento Magazine offers the following list of noteworthy restaurants in the Sacramento region. This is not intended to be a complete directory, and not all restaurants profiled appear every month. Before heading to a restaurant, call or check its website to make sure it’s open.

ARDEN ARCADE BENNETT’S AMERICAN COOKING This neighborhood hangout has an approachable menu and a familiar, “Cheers”-like ambience that makes diners feel right at home. The food is like homemade, only better: things like braised short rib with mashed potatoes, lasagna Bolognese and chicken enchiladas. There’s seemingly something for every taste and diet, from avocado toast, available all day long, to prime rib (weekends only). The lengthy menu features notations for dishes that are vegetarian, heart healthy, nut-free or “gluten-free friendly.” 2232 Fair Oaks Blvd.; (916) 515-9680; bennettsamericancook ing.com. L-D-Br. American. $$$ DUBPLATE KITCHEN & JAMAICAN CUISINE One of the few places in Sacramento where you can get Caribbean food, this restaurant serves Jamaican specialties such as curry goat and jerk chicken. 3419 El Camino Ave.; (916) 339-6978; dubplatekitchen cuisine.com. L–D. Jamaican. $$ THE KITCHEN Part supper club, part theatrical production, part cocktail party: This is like no other restaurant in Sacramento, and it’s Michelin starred. You need to make reservations months in advance for the multi-course dinner. The food is complex and mind-blowingly creative. 2225 Hurley Way; (916) 568-7171; thekitchenrestaurant.com. D. American. $$$$ LEATHERBY’S FAMILY CREAMERY Go for the ice cream, all made on the premises and used in shakes, malts and towering sundaes. 2333 Arden Way; (916) 920-8382; leatherbys.net. L–D. Sandwiches/ice cream. $ PLAN B The menu is compact, with a handful of appetizers and several wonderful salads. Plan B’s claim to fame is its stellar mussels, offered six ways. 555 La Sierra Drive; (916) 483-3000; planbrestau rant.com. D. New American/French. $$–$$$

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TOWER CAFE This place is a hot spot on weekend mornings. Regulars swear by the New Mexico blueberry cornmeal pancakes and the thick-cut, custardy French toast. Breakfast is all-American, but lunch and dinner have a global flavor. 1518 Broadway; (916) 441-0222; towercafe.com. B–L–D. World fusion. $$

LEATHERBY’S FAMILY CREAMERY For description, see listing under “Arden Arcade.” 7910 Antelope Road; (916) 729-4021; leatherbys.net. L–D. Sandwiches/ice cream. $

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REAL PIE COMPANY At this homey pie shop, you’ll find the pies of your dreams, made with all-butter crusts and seasonal fruit sourced from local farms. In addition to dessert pies, you can order savory pot pies, shepherd’s pies and dishes like mac and cheese, all available to eat in or take out. 2425 24th St.; (916) 838-4007; realpiecompany.com. L–D. American. $

ROAD TRIP BAR & GRILL This family-friendly joint serves up classic roadhouse fare, from salads and burgers to chops. 24989 State Highway 16; (530) 796-3777; roadtripbg.com. B–L–D. American. $–$$

PANGAEA BIER CAFE While it’s known as a beer cafe and bottle shop, this casual spot also serves up tasty bar food, including a burger that has taken home top honors more than once at Sacramento Burger Battle. 2743 Franklin Blvd.; (916) 454-4942; pangaeabiercafe.com. L–D. American. $$

SELLAND’S MARKET-CAFE Choose from an array of appetizers and hot items along with crowd-pleasing side dishes and pizza. This high-quality takeout food can be a real lifesaver on nights when you’re too busy to cook. 915 Broadway; (916) 732-3390; sellands.com. L–D–Br. Gourmet takeout. $$

MATTEO’S PIZZA & BISTRO The menu is compact, and there’s no skimping on first-rate ingredients. The pizza crust is damned good, attaining that chewy-crispy-airy trifecta. You also can order pasta, steak or a burger. 5132 Arden Way; (916) 779-0727; pizzamatteo.com. L–D. Pizza/American. $$

BROADWAY ANDY NGUYEN VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT This bastion of Buddhist-inspired vegetarian cuisine serves food that is fresh and flavorful. 2007 Broadway; (916) 736-1157; andynguyenvegetarian.com. L–D. Vegetarian/Asian. $

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DAVIS BURGERS AND BREW The publike restaurant uses high-quality, locally sourced ingredients and serves an interesting selection of beer. 1409 R St.; (916) 442-0900; burgersnbrew.com. L–D. Burgers. $

CAFE BERNARDO For description, see listing under “Downtown.” 234 D St.; (530) 750-5101; cafeber nardo.com. B–L–D. New American. $ CREPEVILLE This bustling creperie serves many variations on the crepe theme, from entrée to dessert. 330 Third St.; (530) 750-2400; crepeville.com. B–L–D. Crepes. $ OSTERIA FASULO This restaurant has a beautiful outdoor courtyard bordered by trellised grapevines. The menu is proudly Italian, with wonderful pastas and robust meat dishes. Try the vanilla panna cotta for dessert. 2657 Portage Bay East; (530) 758-1324; osteriafasulo.com. L–D. Italian. $$$–$$$$ SEASONS This attractive, upscale restaurant showcases seasonal products. Pizzas are great; so are the bountiful salads. But you’ll fi nd the kitchen’s real talent in its creative appetizers and limited entrées. 102 F St.; (530) 750-1801; seasonsdavis.com. L–D. New American. $$–$$$ YAKITORI YUCHAN This busy restaurant focuses on skewered grilled meats, seafood and vegetables. Most items are meant to be shared; bring an adventurous palate and a group of food-loving friends. 109 E St.; (530) 753-3196; yakitoriyuchan.com. D. Japanese. $–$$

DIXON CATTLEMENS This classic Western steakhouse serves up big slabs of prime rib, porterhouse, T-bone and cowboy steaks, plus all the trimmings: shrimp cocktail, loaded potato skins, deep-fried onions and more. 250 Dorset Court; (707) 678-5518; cattlemens. com. D. Steakhouse. $$$

DOWNTOWN BAWK! CHICKEN & BAR Along with crispy chicken coated with a red spice mix that kicks it up a notch, you can order salads, oysters on the half shell and collard greens. 1409 R St.; (916) 465-8700; bawk friedchicken.com. L–D–Br. Southern. $$ BRASSERIE DU MONDE This beautifully designed restaurant is based on a traditional French brasserie. The menu hits the high points of the brasserie canon, everything from onion soup to steak frites. 1201 K St.; (916) 329-8033; brasseriedumonde.com. L–D. French. $$–$$$ CAFE BERNARDO The menu offers straightforward fare guaranteed to please just about everyone. Breakfast includes huevos rancheros and eggs Bernardo, drizzled with housemade hollandaise sauce. Lunch and dinner feature chewy-crusted pizzas, burgers, sandwiches and substantial entrées such as pan-seared chicken breast with mashed potatoes. 1431 R St.; (916) 930-9191; cafebernardo.com. B–L–D. New American. $ CAFETERIA 15L Go to Cafeteria 15L for modern comfort food in a casual yet stylish environment. The menu emphasizes fun fare, such as mac ’n’ cheese, truffle tater tots, and fried chicken and waffle with gravy and pecan butter. 1116 15th St.; (916) 492-1960; cafeteria15l.com. L–D. Californian. $$ CAMDEN SPIT & LARDER Highly regarded chef Oliver Ridgeway opened this swank brasserie in a modern, glass-walled building near the Capitol. It appeals to lobbyists, lawyers and legislators with its gin-forward cocktails (martini, anyone?) and a menu that’s an interesting mash-up of British chophouse classics, English schoolboy favorites and el-

evated pub fare. 555 Capitol Mall; (916) 619-8897; camdenspitandlarder.com. L–D. Steakhouse. $$$– $$$$ ECHO & RIG Located in the lobby of The Sawyer hotel, this outpost of a Vegas steakhouse is sleek and unstuff y. In addition to standard cuts like fi let, NY steak and rib-eye, you’ll fi nd butcher cuts such as hanger, bavette, skirt and tri-tip. 500 J St.; (877) 678-6255; echoandrig.com. B–L–D–Br. Steakhouse. $$$ ELLA This stunning restaurant (owned by the Selland family and designed by award-winning European architects) is an elegant oasis compared to the gritty hustle and bustle outside. From the open kitchen, the staff turns out innovative dishes and old favorites. The emphasis is on seasonal, local and artisanal. 1131 K St.; (916) 443-3772; elladining roomandbar.com. L–D. New American. $$$$ FOX & GOOSE PUBLIC HOUSE This tavern plates up some of the best breakfasts in town, along with pub staples like beer-battered fish and chips, a Cornish pasty or Welsh rarebit. 1001 R St.; (916) 443-8825; foxandgoose.com. B–L–D. English pub. $ FRANK FAT’S Downtown Sacramento’s oldest restaurant, Fat’s is a favorite of the Capitol crowd. The restaurant is well known for its steaks and its brandy-fried chicken. This is Chinese cuisine at its most sophisticated. 806 L St.; (916) 442-7092; frankfats.com. L–D. Chinese. $$$ GRANGE RESTAURANT & BAR Located in The Citizen Hotel, Grange proves that a hotel restaurant doesn’t have to be pedestrian. The menu spotlights some of the area’s best producers. At dinner, the ambience in the stunning dining room is seductive and low-lit.

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Dine 926 J St.; (916) 492-4450; grangerestaurantandbar. com. B–L–Br. Californian/American. $$$$ KODAIKO RAMEN & BAR Partly owned by Kru’s Billy Ngo, this ramen shop takes the Japanese noodle soup to a whole new level. Ingredients are organic, and almost everything is made in-house. For a fun experience, sit at the six-person ramen counter and chat with the chefs. 718 K St.; (916) 426-8863; ko daikoramen.com. L–D–Br. Japanese/ramen. $$–$$$ MAGPIE CAFE This restaurant has a casual, unassuming vibe, and its hallmark is clean, simple fare that tastes like the best version of itself. 1601 16th St.; (916) 452-7594; magpiecafe.com. B–L–D. Californian. $$ MAS TACO BAR Tasty little tacos are the headliners at this eatery. They come with all sorts of delicious fillings: braised short rib, Korean fried chicken, banh mi shrimp and roasted cauliflower. 1800 15th St.; mastacobar.com. L–D–Br. Mexican. $$ MIKUNI JAPANESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR This hip sushi bar serves its sushi with a side of sass. There are three sushi bars and a dense menu of appetizers, rice bowls, bento boxes and sushi rolls. 1530 J St.; (916) 447-2112; mikunisushi.com. L–D. Japanese/sushi. $$ MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE From cozy, candlelit booths and stunning, glass-enclosed wine room to the crisply outfitted chefs, Morton’s oozes Special Occasion. Red meat is the star here. 621 Capitol Mall; (916) 442-5091; mortons.com/sacramento. D. Steakhouse. $$$$

7TH STREET STANDARD Located inside the Hyatt Centric, this is an unabashedly big-city restaurant: chic, stylish, urban, sophisticated, serious. Heading up the kitchen is Ravin Patel, a Sacramento native with an impressive fine-dining pedigree. (He worked for Danny Meyer in New York, later for Randall Selland in Sac.) His menu has a modern California sensibility, using fresh ingredients, classic French techniques and a healthy dash of South Indian flavors. 1122 7th St.; (916) 371-7100; the7thstreetstan dard.com. B-L-D. Modern American. $$$ URBAN ROOTS BREWING & SMOKEHOUSE At this brewery, a massive smoker turns out succulent meats in the tradition of the great barbecue houses of Texas, Louisiana and Tennessee. Sides include collard greens, mac and cheese, yams and poblano cheese grits. 1322 V St.; (916) 706-3741; urbanrootsbrew ing.com. L–D. Barbecue. $$

EAST SACRAMENTO ALLORA Modern Italian fare with a heavy seafood bent is the focus at this sophisticated eatery. Tasting menus come in three, four and five courses, with caviar service and in-season truffles offered at an additional cost. The menu changes with the seasons, but you’ll always find fresh pasta and balsamicglazed polpo (octopus). Vegetarian and vegan options are also available, along with a wine list weighted with classic Italian wines and new-world expressions of Italian varieties. 5215 Folsom Blvd.; (916) 5386434; allorasacramento.com. D. Italian. $$$$

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OBO’ ITALIAN TABLE & BAR At this casual Italian eatery, there are hot dishes and cold salads behind the glass cases, ready for the taking. But the stars of the menu are the freshly made pastas and woodoven pizzas. There’s also a full bar serving Italiantheme craft cocktails. 3145 Folsom Blvd.; (916) 8228720; oboitalian.com. L–D. Italian. $$ ONESPEED Chef Rick Mahan, who built his stellar reputation at The Waterboy in midtown, branched out with a more casual concept at his East Sac eatery. The open bistro has a tiled pizza oven that cranks out chewy, flavorful pizzas. 4818 Folsom Blvd.; (916) 706-1748; onespeedpizza.com. B–L–D. Pizza. $$ ORIGAMI ASIAN GRILL This fast-casual eatery serves Asian-flavored rice bowls, banh mi sandwiches, salads and ramen, along with killer fried chicken and assorted smoked-meat specials. 4801 Folsom Blvd.; (916) 400-3075; origamiasiangrill.com. L–D. Asian fusion. $–$$ SELLAND’S MARKET-CAFE For description, see listing under Broadway. 5340 H St.; (916) 736-3333; sellands.com. L–D–Br. Gourmet takeout. $$

EL DORADO HILLS AJI JAPANESE BISTRO This casually elegant restaurant offers a menu of Japanese street food, interesting fusion entrees, traditional dishes such as teriyaki and tempura and—yes—sushi. There’s a short, approachable wine list, sakes and a full bar serving handcrafted cocktails. 4361 Town Center Blvd.; (916) 941-9181; aji-bistro.com. L-D. Japanese/sushi. $-$$ C. KNIGHT’S STEAKHOUSE An upscale dinner house serving steaks, chops and seafood, this restaurant

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NASH & PROPER The owners first rocked Sacramento’s food scene with a food truck featuring Nashville-style hot chicken sandwiches. Now, they have two brick-and-mortar locations serving their famous sandwiches, along with quarter and half birds, impressive sides and chicken and waffles (weekends only). You pick the heat level for your fowl, ranging from naked (no heat) to cluckin’ hot. 1023 K St.; (916) 426-6712; nashandproper.com. L. Fried chicken sandwiches and plates. $

this charming little bistro out of the park. 230 Palladio Parkway, Suite 1201; (916) 986-9100; backbis tro.com. D. New American/Mediterranean. $$–$$$ CHICAGO FIRE Oodles of melted cheese blanket the pizzas that fly out of the kitchen of this busy restaurant. Here, you get to choose between thin-crust, deep-dish and stuffed pizzas. 310 Palladio Parkway; (916) 984-0140; chicagofire.com. L –D. Pizza. $ FAT’S ASIA BISTRO AND DIM SUM BAR The menu focuses on Asian cuisine, from Mongolian beef and Hong Kong chow mein to Thai chicken satay served with curry-peanut sauce. 2585 Iron Point Road; (916) 983-1133; fatsasiabistro.com. L–D. Pan-Asian. $$ LAND OCEAN The menu hits all the steakhouse high notes: hand-cut steaks, lobster, seafood and rotisserie, entrée salads and sandwiches. 2720 E. Bidwell St.; (916) 983-7000; landoceanrestaurants.com. L–D–Br. New American/steakhouse. $$$ THE MIMOSA HOUSE For description, see listing under East Sacramento, 25075 Blue Ravine Road; (916) 293-9442; mimosahouse.com. B–L. American. $$ SCOTT’S SEAFOOD ROUNDHOUSE This restaurant offers a solid menu of delicious seafood, from crab cakes and calamari to roasted lobster tail. 824 Sutter St.; (916) 989-6711; scottsseafoodroundhouse. com. L–D. Seafood. $$$–$$$$ THAI PARADISE Standouts on the extensive menu include spring rolls, tom kha koong (coconut milk soup with prawns), green curry, spicy scallops and pad thai. 2770 E. Bidwell St.; (916) 984-8988; thai paradisefolsom.com. L–D. Thai. $$

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Oysters from Land Ocean offers classic American fare that’s stood the test of time. Make sure to order the Green Phunque, a tasty side dish that’s like creamed spinach on steroids. 2085 Vine St.; (916) 235-1730; cknightssteakhouse. com. D. American steakhouse. $$$$ MILESTONE This unstuffy eatery serves great takes on comfort-food classics like pot roast and fried chicken. It’s straightforward, without pretense or gimmickry. The setting is like a Napa country porch, and the service is warm and approachable. 4359 Town Center Blvd.; (916) 934-0790; milestoneedh. com. L–D–Br. New American. $$–$$ THE MIMOSA HOUSE For description, see listing under East Sacramento, 2023 Vine St.; (916) 9340965; mimosahouse.com. B–L–D. American. $$ SELLAND’S MARKET-CAFE For description, see listing under “East Sacramento.” 4370 Town Center Blvd.; (916) 932-5025; sellands.com. L–D–Br. Gourmet takeout. $$ SIENNA RESTAURANT The menu includes a melange of global cuisine, including seafood, steak, stone hearth pizzas, inventive appetizers and a stacked French dip sandwich. Sunday brunch includes a made-to-order omelet bar and unlimited mimosas. 3909 Park Drive; (916) 941-9694; siennarestau rants.com. L–D–Br. Global. $$–$$$ STICK HOUSE ASIAN FUSION AND MONGO BAR This hot spot offers a new, fresher take on Mongolian barbecue—noodles or rice or mixed greens, choice of additions ranging from veggies to crispy toppings, and sauces galore. You’ll also find Asian-inspired street food such as crab wonton nachos, bao sliders and rolls. 2023 Vine St.; (916) 673-9620; stickhouse edh.com. L–D. Noodles/Asian street food. $

ELK GROVE BOULEVARD BISTRO Located in a cozy 1908 bungalow, this bistro is one of the region’s best-kept dining secrets. Chef/owner Bret Bohlmann is a passionate supporter of local farmers and winemakers, and his innovative food sings with freshness and seasonality. 8941 Elk Grove Blvd.; (916) 685-2220; blvdbistro.com. D–Br. New American. $$–$$$ JOURNEY TO THE DUMPLING This eatery specializes in Shanghai-style dumplings (try the soup-filled xiao long bao), along with Chinese dishes such as green onion pancakes, garlic green beans and saltand-pepper calamari. 7419 Laguna Blvd.; (916) 5099556; journeytothedumpling.com. L–D. Chinese. $$ LEATHERBY’S FAMILY CREAMERY For description, see listing under “Arden Arcade.” 8238 Laguna Blvd.; (916) 691-3334; leatherbys.net. L–D. Sandwiches/ ice cream. $ MIKUNI JAPANESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR For description, see listing under “Downtown.” 8525 Bond Road; (916) 714-2112; mikunisushi.com. L–D. Japanese/sushi. $$ NASH & PROPER For description, see listing under Downtown. 9080 Laguna Main St.; (916) 897-8437; nashandproper.com. L. Fried chicken sandwiches and plates. $

FOLSOM BACK BISTRO A warm pocket of coziness and urban sophistication in a retail center, this place offers an appealing menu of casual nibbles and swankier entrées. But it’s the wine program that really knocks

CRAWDADS ON THE RIVER This riverfront restaurant draws crowds looking for a great place to party on the water. Boats pull up to the restaurant’s deck, where you can sip a cocktail, and roll-up doors blur the line between indoors and out. The Cajun-inspired menu includes fish tacos and several fun entrées. 1375 Garden Highway; (916) 929-2268; saccrawdads. com. L–D–Br. Cajun/American. $$ THE VIRGIN STURGEON This quirky floating restaurant is the quintessential Sacramento River dining experience. A cocktail pontoon is connected to the restaurant, where you can drink and enjoy the breezy proximity to the water below. Best known for its seafood, The Virgin Sturgeon also offers weekend brunch. 1577 Garden Highway; (916) 921-2694; thevirginsturgeon.com. L–D–Br. Seafood/American. $$

GRANITE BAY HAWKS One of Placer County’s best restaurants, Hawks is known for its elegant cuisine and beautiful interior. The dining room has clean lines, soothing colors, and crisp white tablecloths. Framed photos of farmscapes remind diners of owners Molly Hawks and Michael Fagnoni’s commitment to locally sourced ingredients. The seasonal menu is full of delicious surprises, such as seared scallop and sea urchin. 5530 Douglas Blvd.; (916) 791-6200; hawksrestau rant.com. L–D–Br. New American/French. $$$–$$$$

GREENHAVEN/POCKET CACIO The fare at this tiny restaurant is high-quality Italian comfort food, with an emphasis on pasta. Service is warm and homey, prices are gentle, and reservations (even at lunch) are a must. 7600 Greenhaven Drive; (916) 399-9309; caciosacramento.com. L–D. Italian. $$ SACMAG.COM June 2022

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Dine SCOTT’S SEAFOOD ON THE RIVER Located in The Westin Sacramento, Scott’s has a patio and a view of the river. Breakfast dishes include crab cake Benedict, and lunch entrées range from petrale sole to a prawn Caesar salad. For dinner, splurge on a lobster tail or choose a more modestly priced grilled salmon. 4800 Riverside Blvd.; (916) 379-5959; scottsseafoodontheriver.com. B–L–D. Seafood. $$$–$$$$

LAND PARK RIVERSIDE CLUBHOUSE The busy kitchen focuses on a solid menu of American classics. Beautifully designed, the restaurant features a stunning outdoor waterfall and a tri-level fireplace. 2633 Riverside Blvd.; (916) 448-9988; riversideclubhouse.com. L–D–Br. American/New American. $$ TAYLOR’S KITCHEN Step inside the cozy space and you’ll notice the focal point is an open kitchen where the chefs prepare meats and produce sold at Taylor’s Market next door. 2924 Freeport Blvd.; (916) 4435154; taylorskitchen.com. D–Br. American. $$$

MIDTOWN BEAST + BOUNTY The beating heart of this chic restaurant is its open hearth, where meats and vegetables are roasted over a wood fire. The meaty rib-eye, served over potatoes roasted in the meat’s fat, is meant to be shared. So is the pizza, thin, flat and seductively charred from the wood-burning pizza oven. 1701 R St.; (916) 244-4016; eatbeast andbounty.com. L–D–Br. American. $$$ CHICAGO FIRE For description, see listing under “Folsom.” 2416 J St.; (916) 443-0440; chicagofire. com. L–D. Pizza. $ 58 DEGREES & HOLDING CO. This wine bar showcases an astonishing number of wines by the glass— all available in 3- and 6-ounce pours. There’s also an abbreviated menu of small plates designed to complement and enhance the wines. 1217 18th St.; (916) 442-5858; 58degrees.com. L–D. Wine bar. $$ HAWKS PROVISIONS & PUBLIC HOUSE This sophisticated gastropub is the latest offering from the owners of Granite Bay’s upscale Hawks. The food is rustic Mediterranean, with dishes like country pate and baked rigatoni. The pastas are made in-house, and even the burger is top-notch: Wagyu beef is ground in the walk-in fridge, and it’s served on a house-made brioche bun with hand-cut French fries. In addition to the restaurant (the “public house”), there’s a casual takeout shop next door serving coffee, pastries and sandwiches (the “provisions”). 1525 Alhambra Blvd.; (916) 588-4440; hawkspublichouse. com. L-D-Br. Mediterranean gastropub. $$$ HOOK & LADDER MANUFACTURING COMPANY Located in a Quonset hut, this restaurant is both hip and cozy. Despite the barlike ambience, Hook & Ladder is serious about food. All the pastas and desserts are made in-house. 1630 S St.; (916) 442-4885; hook andladder916.com. L–D–Br. Californian. $$ LOCALIS This upscale restaurant is a pleasant surprise. Localis (Latin for “local”) is a dinner-only restaurant with an inventive, prix-fixe menu of ingredient-driven dishes. Chef Christopher BarnumDann works with local farms to source most of the menu within 100 miles. 2031 S St.; (916) 737-7699; localissacramento.com. D. Californian. $$$–$$$$ MULVANEY’S BUILDING & LOAN Distinctive and cozy, this topflight restaurant exudes the generous affability of its owner, chef Patrick Mulvaney. It’s housed in a brick firehouse from the late 1800s, and the lush patio is a popular spot in warm months. The menu

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Rack of lamb from The Firehouse changes frequently and is focused on locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. 1215 19th St.; (916) 441-6022; mulvaneysbl.com. L–D. Californian. $$$ PARAGARY’S This legendary restaurant focuses on elegant, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine. 1401 28th St.; (916) 457-5737; paragarys.com. L–D–Br. New American/Californian. $$–$$$ THE RED RABBIT KITCHEN & BAR The menu is a playful jumble of dishes, some robustly American, others with an Asian, Latin or Mediterranean influence. 2718 J St.; (916) 706-2275; theredrabbit.net. L–D–Br. New American. $$

that’s part of Zelda’s charm, along with the dingy atmosphere. It’s all about the food: old-school, Chicago-style deep-dish pizza that routinely wins “best pizza” in local polls. 1415 21st St.; (916) 447-1400; zeldasgourmetpizza.com. L–D. Pizza/Italian. $$ ZÓCALO This Mexican restaurant is one of the best places to while away an evening with friends over margaritas. The restaurant is high-ceilinged, with a wood bar and roomy booths. During warm months, the wraparound sidewalk patio is one of the most popular spots in town. 1801 Capitol Ave.; (916) 4410303; zocalosacramento.com. L–D–Br. Mexican. $$

SAIGON ALLEY KITCHEN + BAR This hip restaurant and bar serves modern versions of Vietnamese street food, such as a “Pho-rench” dip (a French dip with pho flavors) and a “banh mi” burger (a rib-eye burger garnished with pickled daikon and carrot on a baguette). A big draw is the $3 happy hour, featuring snacks like banh mi taco, fish sauce chicken wings, taro fries and sugarcane shrimp. 1801 L St.; (916) 758-6934; saigonalley.com. L–D. Vietnamese. $$

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THE WATERBOY This Mediterranean-inspired restaurant produces perhaps the finest cooking in the region. Chef/owner Rick Mahan honors local farmers with his commitment to simply prepared, highcaliber food. You can’t go wrong if you order one of the lovely salads, followed by the gnocchi, ravioli or a simple piece of fish, finished with butter and fresh herbs. You’ll also find French classics such as veal sweetbreads and pomme frites. 2000 Capitol Ave.; (916) 498-9891; waterboyrestaurant.com. L–D. Mediterranean. $$$$

LA VENADITA This inviting, casual taqueria has a concise menu that includes inventive street tacos, a brightly flavored ceviche and an enchilada with rich mole sauce. It also boasts a full bar and an enticing menu of craft cocktails. 3501 Third Ave.; (916) 4004676; lavenaditasac.com. L–D. Mexican. $$

ZELDA’S ORIGINAL GOURMET PIZZA Zelda’s is legendary for the greatness of its pizza and its attitude. But

FIXINS SOUL KITCHEN This bustling place, partly owned by former mayor Kevin Johnson, serves up friendly Southern hospitality along with delicious Southern fare, including chicken and waffles, gumbo, fried catfish, and shrimp and grits. 3428 Third Ave.; (916); 999-7685. fixinssoulkitchen.com. B–L–D–Br. Southern. $$

OLD SACRAMENTO THE FIREHOUSE Since opening in 1960, this has been Sacramento’s go-to restaurant for romantic atmosphere and historic charm. Located in a 1853 firehouse, it’s white tablecloth all the way, with crystal

proachable entrées. 1455 Eureka Road; (916) 7833600; paulmartinsamericangrill.com. L–D–Br. New American. $$–$$$ THE MIMOSA HOUSE For description, see listing under “East Sacramento.” 761 Pleasant Grove Blvd., Roseville; (916) 784-1313; mimosahouse.com. B–L–D. American. $$

SIERRA OAKS CAFE BERNARDO AT PAVILIONS For description, see listing under “Downtown.” 515 Pavilions Lane; (916) 922-2870; cafebernardo.com. B–L–D. New American. $ ETTORE’S This bakery is a convivial spot for a casual meal. The kitchen turns out wonderful pizzas, cooked in a wood-burning oven, hearty sandwiches and burgers, and fresh salads. Save room for a slice of Princess cake or lemon chiffon cake. 2376 Fair Oaks Blvd.; (916) 482-0708; ettores.com. B–L–D. Bakery/New American. $–$$ WILDWOOD RESTAURANT & BAR Owned by the Haines brothers of 33rd Street Bistro fame, this chic restaurant serves New American and global cuisine, with naan, ahi poke and pancetta prawns sharing the menu with an all-American burger. The patio is a great place to grab a drink and listen to live music. 556 Pavilions Lane; (916) 922-2858; wildwoodpavil ions.com. L–D–Br. American/global fusion. $$$

TAHOE PARK BACON & BUTTER Lively and delightfully urban, the place is packed with fans of chef Billy Zoellin’s homey flapjacks, biscuits and other breakfasty fare. 5913 Broadway; (916) 346-4445; baconandbutter sac.com. B–L. Breakfast/American. $–$$

Grilled cheese Benedict from Bacon & Butter wine glasses and top-notch service. The outdoor courtyard is one of the prettiest in town, and its canopy of trees sparkles at night with tiny lights. The food is special-occasion worthy, and the wine list represents more than 2,100 labels. 1112 Second St.; (916) 442-4772; firehouseoldsac.com. L–D. Californian/American. $$$$

THE MIMOSA HOUSE For description, see listing under East Sacramento, 3155 Zinfandel Drive; (916) 970-1761 and 2180 Golden Centre Lane; (916) 8224145; mimosahouse.com. B–L. American. $$

RIO CITY CAFE Located on the riverbank, the bustling restaurant offers stunning views of Tower Bridge. The menu changes seasonally and offers a wide selection of creative, solid dishes. The restaurant also offers a fun weekend brunch. 1110 Front St.; (916) 442-8226; riocitycafe.com. L-D-Br. New American. $$

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CATTLEMENS This classic Western steakhouse serves up big slabs of prime rib, porterhouse, T-bone and cowboy steaks, plus all the trimmings: shrimp cocktail, loaded potato skins, deep-fried onions and more. 12409 Folsom Blvd.; (916) 985-3030; cattle mens.com. D. Steakhouse. $$$ J.J. PFISTER RESTAURANT & TASTING ROOM In addition to a tasting room where you can sample locally made premium gin, vodka and rum, this family-owned distillery also operates a restaurant serving lunch and dinner. The all-day menu features salads, sandwiches and tacos, along with the whimsical “Adult Lunchable”—an assortment of cheeses, deli meats and accompaniments. Desserts get the boozy treatment: Order cheesecake topped with bourbon caramel and whipped cream, or fudge clusters made with Pfister’s Navy Strength rum. 9819 Business Park Drive; (916) 672-9662; jjpfister. com. L–D. Casual American. $$

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FAT’S ASIA BISTRO AND DIM SUM BAR For description, see listing under “Folsom.” 1500 Eureka Road; (916) 787-3287; fatsasiabistro.com. L–D. PanAsian. $$ LA PROVENCE RESTAURANT & TERRACE This elegant French restaurant offers some of the region’s loveliest outdoor dining. The seasonal menu features items such as bouillabaisse and soupe au pistou. 110 Diamond Creek Place; (916) 789-2002; laprovence roseville.com. L–D–Br. French. $$$–$$$$ MIKUNI JAPANESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR For description, see listing under “Downtown.” 1565 Eureka Road; (916) 797-2112; mikunisushi.com. L–D. Japanese/sushi. $$ THE MIMOSA HOUSE For description, see listing under East Sacramento, 761 Pleasant Grove Blvd.; (916) 784-1313; mimosahouse.com. B–L. American. $$ PAUL MARTIN’S AMERICAN GRILL The bustling, comfortable restaurant is a local favorite. The kitchen offers a great list of small plates and robust, ap-

WEST SACRAMENTO DRAKE’S: THE BARN Located in a stunningly modern indoor-outdoor structure along the river, Drake’s serves excellent thin-crust pizzas, along with a few salads and appetizers. You can get table service indoors or on the patio. But if you prefer something more casual, grab a folding lawn chair, find a spot at the sprawling outdoor taproom and order a pizza to go. It’s fun galore, with kids, dogs, fire pits and a tap trailer serving beer. 985 Riverfront St.; (510) 423-0971; drinkdrakes.com. L–D. Pizza. $$ FRANQUETTE This contemporary French café from the owners of Canon is an open-all-day, drop-infor-a-glass-of-wine kind of place. You can order a freshly baked croissant or tartine at breakfast, a salad, quiche or jambon sandwich on a baguette for lunch, and something a little more filling—say, duck meatballs or a crock of boeuf bourguignon—at dinner. It’s grandma food—or, in this case, grandmère food: warm, satisfying and homey. 965 Bridge St.; hellofranquette.com. B-L-D. French. $$–$$$ Subscription rates: $19.95 for one year, U.S. only. All out-of-state subscribers add $3 per year. Single copies: $4.95. Change of address: Please send your new address and your old address mailing label. Allow six to eight weeks’ advance notice. Send all remittances and requests to Sacramento Magazine, 5750 New King Drive, Suite 100, Troy, MI 48098. Customer service inquiries: Call (866) 660-6247. Copyright 2022 by Sacramento Media LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without written permission from the publisher is prohibited. Prices quoted in advertisements are subject to change without notice. Sacramento Magazine (ISSN 0747-8712) Volume 48, Number 6, June 2022. Sacramento Magazine (ISSN 0747-8712) is published monthly by Sacramento Media, LLC, 1610 R St., Suite 300, Sacramento, CA 95811. Periodical postage paid at Troy, MI and additional offices. Postmaster: Send change of address to Sacramento Magazine, 5750 New King Dr., Suite 100, Troy, MI 48098

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A Life of Meaning Virna Canson, shown here in a Sacramento Bee photo from 1978, served as director of the NAACP’s Western Region, which covered nine states, from 1974 to 1988. She had a long history as an effective activist for social change, including serving as a consumer education and credit union specialist in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles after the 1965 riots there. She died in Sacramento in 2003 at the age of 81.—DARLENA BELUSHIN MCKAY

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